Quotable Cinema
Quotable Cinema: 🎬 Iconic Lines from the Silver Screen 🎥 is a captivating podcast series dedicated to celebrating the most memorable and impactful lines in film history. Each episode delves into the world of classic and contemporary cinema, exploring the stories behind the lines that have moved audiences, defined characters, and left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape. Listeners can expect a journey through the magic of movie dialogue, from the stirring speeches and witty one-liners to the romantic declarations and philosophical musings that have echoed through theaters. Join us as we celebrate the words that have made us laugh, cry, think, and feel, all while shaping the world of cinema, meticulously curated by Cala Vox. Now magically available for your reading delight as an eBook on Amazon Kindle.
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July 27, 2024 • 55 secs
"E.T. phone home."
Elliott to Michael in E.T..
"E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial", directed by Steven Spielberg, is a classic science fiction film released in 1982. The movie stars Henry Thomas as Elliott, a young boy who befriends an alien named E.T. and features Drew Barrymore as his sister Gertie and Dee Wallace as their mother, Mary. The film was a massive box office success, becoming one of the highest-grossing movies of its time and ...
Elliott to Michael in E.T..
"E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial", directed by Steven Spielberg, is a classic science fiction film released in 1982. The movie stars Henry Thomas as Elliott, a young boy who befriends an alien named E.T. and features Drew Barrymore as his sister Gertie and Dee Wallace as their mother, Mary. The film was a massive box office success, becoming one of the highest-grossing movies of its time and ...
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"Amazing tradition. They throw a great party for you on the one day they know you can't come."
The Big Chill is a 1983 American comedy drama directed by Lawrence Kasdan, featuring an ensemble cast including Kevin Kline, Glenn Close, Jeff Goldblum as Michael Gold, William Hurt, JoBeth Williams, Tom Berenger, Mary Kay Place, and Meg Tilly. The film follows a group of college friends who reunite after the funeral of one of their peers,...
The Big Chill is a 1983 American comedy drama directed by Lawrence Kasdan, featuring an ensemble cast including Kevin Kline, Glenn Close, Jeff Goldblum as Michael Gold, William Hurt, JoBeth Williams, Tom Berenger, Mary Kay Place, and Meg Tilly. The film follows a group of college friends who reunite after the funeral of one of their peers,...
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"I am putting myself to the fullest possible use, which is all I think that any conscious entity can ever hope to do."
HAL in "A Space Odyssey", from 1968.
"A Space Odyssey" is a seminal science fiction film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on a story by Arthur C. Clarke, which explores themes of evolution, technology, and humanity's place in the universe. One of the film's most iconic characters is HAL 9000, an advanced artificial...
HAL in "A Space Odyssey", from 1968.
"A Space Odyssey" is a seminal science fiction film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on a story by Arthur C. Clarke, which explores themes of evolution, technology, and humanity's place in the universe. One of the film's most iconic characters is HAL 9000, an advanced artificial...
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July 24, 2024 • 1 min
"You're gonna eat lightnin' and you're gonna crap thunder!"
Mickey Goldmill to Rocky Balboa.
"Rocky" (1976) is a classic sports drama film directed by John G. Avildsen and written by its star, Sylvester Stallone, who portrays the titular character, Rocky Balboa, a struggling boxer given a shot at the world heavyweight title. The cast includes Talia Shire as Adrian, Burt Young as Paulie, Carl Weathers as Apollo Creed, and Burgess Mere...
Mickey Goldmill to Rocky Balboa.
"Rocky" (1976) is a classic sports drama film directed by John G. Avildsen and written by its star, Sylvester Stallone, who portrays the titular character, Rocky Balboa, a struggling boxer given a shot at the world heavyweight title. The cast includes Talia Shire as Adrian, Burt Young as Paulie, Carl Weathers as Apollo Creed, and Burgess Mere...
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"A surprising number of human beings are without purpose, though it is probable that they are performing some function unknown to themselves."
Marion in Picnic at Hanging Rock.
"Picnic at Hanging Rock" is a 1975 Australian mystery drama film directed by Peter Weir. The film follows the mysterious disappearance of schoolgirls, including Marion Quade, and their teacher during a Valentine's Day picnic at Hanging Rock in 1900, exploring...
Marion in Picnic at Hanging Rock.
"Picnic at Hanging Rock" is a 1975 Australian mystery drama film directed by Peter Weir. The film follows the mysterious disappearance of schoolgirls, including Marion Quade, and their teacher during a Valentine's Day picnic at Hanging Rock in 1900, exploring...
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July 22, 2024 • 52 secs
"Seize the day, boys, Make your lives extraordinary!"
"Dead Poets Society", directed by Peter Weir, is a 1989 drama film that stars Robin Williams as John Keating, an unorthodox English teacher who inspires his students at a conservative all-boys preparatory school to embrace poetry and seize the day. The film explores themes of individuality, the power of literature, and the tension between tradition and innovation, leaving a lasti...
"Dead Poets Society", directed by Peter Weir, is a 1989 drama film that stars Robin Williams as John Keating, an unorthodox English teacher who inspires his students at a conservative all-boys preparatory school to embrace poetry and seize the day. The film explores themes of individuality, the power of literature, and the tension between tradition and innovation, leaving a lasti...
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July 21, 2024 • 53 secs
"I teach this shit, I didn't say I know how to do it."
Sean in "Good Will Hunting", from 1997.
"Good Will Hunting" is a critically acclaimed drama directed by Gus Van Sant, starring Matt Damon as Will Hunting, a troubled mathematical genius, and Robin Williams as Sean Maguire, a compassionate therapist.
The film also features Ben Affleck as Chuckie Sullivan, Will's loyal best friend, and was co-written by Damon and Affleck, earning th...
Sean in "Good Will Hunting", from 1997.
"Good Will Hunting" is a critically acclaimed drama directed by Gus Van Sant, starring Matt Damon as Will Hunting, a troubled mathematical genius, and Robin Williams as Sean Maguire, a compassionate therapist.
The film also features Ben Affleck as Chuckie Sullivan, Will's loyal best friend, and was co-written by Damon and Affleck, earning th...
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July 20, 2024 • 51 secs
"I don't want to need you, 'cause I can't have you."
Robert Kincaid in The Bridges of Madison County from 1995.
"The Bridges of Madison County" is a romantic drama film directed by Clint Eastwood as Robert Kincaid, who also stars in the movie alongside Meryl Streep as Francesca Johnson.
The film, based on the best-selling novel by Robert James Waller, tells the poignant story of a brief, yet intense love affair between a lonely hous...
Robert Kincaid in The Bridges of Madison County from 1995.
"The Bridges of Madison County" is a romantic drama film directed by Clint Eastwood as Robert Kincaid, who also stars in the movie alongside Meryl Streep as Francesca Johnson.
The film, based on the best-selling novel by Robert James Waller, tells the poignant story of a brief, yet intense love affair between a lonely hous...
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July 19, 2024 • 1 min
"Sometimes, in order to see the light, you have to risk the dark."
Dr. Iris Hineman in "Minority Report".
"Minority Report", directed by Steven Spielberg and based on Philip K. Dick's short story, is a 2002 sci-fi thriller set in a future where a specialized police department apprehends criminals based on foreknowledge provided by psychics called "Precogs." The film stars Tom Cruise as Chief John Anderton, alongside a supporting cas...
Dr. Iris Hineman in "Minority Report".
"Minority Report", directed by Steven Spielberg and based on Philip K. Dick's short story, is a 2002 sci-fi thriller set in a future where a specialized police department apprehends criminals based on foreknowledge provided by psychics called "Precogs." The film stars Tom Cruise as Chief John Anderton, alongside a supporting cas...
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July 18, 2024 • 49 secs
"The show must go on Satine. We're creatures of the underworld. We can't afford to love."
Harold in "Moulin Rouge!" from 2001.
Moulin Rouge! is a visually stunning musical film directed by Baz Luhrmann, known for its vibrant energy and unique storytelling. The movie stars Nicole Kidman as Satine, a cabaret actress, and Ewan McGregor as Christian, a young poet, with Jim Broadbent portraying the enigmatic Harold Zidler.
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Harold in "Moulin Rouge!" from 2001.
Moulin Rouge! is a visually stunning musical film directed by Baz Luhrmann, known for its vibrant energy and unique storytelling. The movie stars Nicole Kidman as Satine, a cabaret actress, and Ewan McGregor as Christian, a young poet, with Jim Broadbent portraying the enigmatic Harold Zidler.
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July 17, 2024 • 54 secs
"Mister, is this heaven here or not?"
Anne Parillaud, "Nikita", from 1990.
"Nikita", directed by Luc Besson, is a gripping French action-thriller that follows a young woman, played by Anne Parillaud, who is transformed from a drug-addicted criminal into a deadly assassin for a secret government organization. Parillaud's intense and captivating performance earned her critical acclaim, while the film's stylish direction and innovative ...
Anne Parillaud, "Nikita", from 1990.
"Nikita", directed by Luc Besson, is a gripping French action-thriller that follows a young woman, played by Anne Parillaud, who is transformed from a drug-addicted criminal into a deadly assassin for a secret government organization. Parillaud's intense and captivating performance earned her critical acclaim, while the film's stylish direction and innovative ...
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July 16, 2024 • 1 min
"May I take your trident, sir?"
In "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels", the butler, played by Ian McDiarmid, says this line to Steve Martin's character, Freddy Benson. In this scene, Freddy is dressed in a comically elaborate costume, resembling a king or noble, adding to the humorous and absurd nature of the film. "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" is a 1988 comedy film directed by Frank Oz, starring Steve Martin and Michael Caine as two con men comp...
In "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels", the butler, played by Ian McDiarmid, says this line to Steve Martin's character, Freddy Benson. In this scene, Freddy is dressed in a comically elaborate costume, resembling a king or noble, adding to the humorous and absurd nature of the film. "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" is a 1988 comedy film directed by Frank Oz, starring Steve Martin and Michael Caine as two con men comp...
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July 15, 2024 • 50 secs
"You shouldn't keep souvenirs of a killing. You shouldn't have been that sentimental."
Scottie, played by James Stewart, in "Vertigo".
"Vertigo" is a 1958 psychological thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock, starring James Stewart and Kim Novak. The film explores themes of obsession, identity, and deception, set against the backdrop of San Francisco, creating a haunting and suspenseful narrative that has become a classic in cinema h...
Scottie, played by James Stewart, in "Vertigo".
"Vertigo" is a 1958 psychological thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock, starring James Stewart and Kim Novak. The film explores themes of obsession, identity, and deception, set against the backdrop of San Francisco, creating a haunting and suspenseful narrative that has become a classic in cinema h...
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July 14, 2024 • 52 secs
"I don't care about the money. I'm pulling back the curtain. I want to meet the wizard."
Nicholas in "The Game".
"The Game" is a 1997 psychological thriller directed by David Fincher, starring Michael Douglas as Nicholas Van Orton, a wealthy investment banker, and Shawn Penn as his brother Conrad. The film explores themes of paranoia and reality as Nicholas becomes embroiled in an elaborate and potentially deadly game orchestrated b...
Nicholas in "The Game".
"The Game" is a 1997 psychological thriller directed by David Fincher, starring Michael Douglas as Nicholas Van Orton, a wealthy investment banker, and Shawn Penn as his brother Conrad. The film explores themes of paranoia and reality as Nicholas becomes embroiled in an elaborate and potentially deadly game orchestrated b...
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"Sometimes the truth isn't good enough, sometimes people deserve more. Sometimes people deserve to have their faith rewarded."
Batman, in "The Dark Knight", from 2008.
"The Dark Knight", directed by Christopher Nolan, is a critically acclaimed superhero film that delves into the complex moral dilemmas faced by its protagonist, Batman. The film is renowned for Heath Ledger's iconic performance as the Joker, which explores themes of ch...
Batman, in "The Dark Knight", from 2008.
"The Dark Knight", directed by Christopher Nolan, is a critically acclaimed superhero film that delves into the complex moral dilemmas faced by its protagonist, Batman. The film is renowned for Heath Ledger's iconic performance as the Joker, which explores themes of ch...
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"I find loneliness is the physical pain which hurts all over. You can't isolate it in one part of your body."
Billy Hayes in "Midnight Express".
"Midnight Express" is a 1978 film directed by Alan Parker, based on the true story of Billy Hayes, an American student who is imprisoned in Turkey for smuggling hashish. The film explores themes of survival, human resilience, and the brutal realities of incarceration. Brad Davis delivers a ...
Billy Hayes in "Midnight Express".
"Midnight Express" is a 1978 film directed by Alan Parker, based on the true story of Billy Hayes, an American student who is imprisoned in Turkey for smuggling hashish. The film explores themes of survival, human resilience, and the brutal realities of incarceration. Brad Davis delivers a ...
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July 11, 2024 • 53 secs
"We want you to get out of New York... permanently." "Inspector... By sundown?"
From "Death Wish", 1974.
"Death Wish" is a gritty crime thriller that stars Charles Bronson as Paul Kersey, a New York City architect turned vigilante after his wife is murdered and his daughter is assaulted. Directed by Michael Winner, the film explores themes of justice and revenge in a crime-ridden urban environment, sparking controversy and conversat...
From "Death Wish", 1974.
"Death Wish" is a gritty crime thriller that stars Charles Bronson as Paul Kersey, a New York City architect turned vigilante after his wife is murdered and his daughter is assaulted. Directed by Michael Winner, the film explores themes of justice and revenge in a crime-ridden urban environment, sparking controversy and conversat...
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Hans Gruber: "This time John Wayne does not walk off into the sunset with Grace Kelly."
John McClane: "That was Gary Cooper, asshole."
"Die Hard", directed by John McTiernan, is a classic action film that has become a cornerstone of the genre. The movie stars Bruce Willis as the tough and resourceful NYPD officer John McClane, who battles against the sophisticated villain Hans Gruber, portrayed by the late Alan Rickman, in his breako...
John McClane: "That was Gary Cooper, asshole."
"Die Hard", directed by John McTiernan, is a classic action film that has become a cornerstone of the genre. The movie stars Bruce Willis as the tough and resourceful NYPD officer John McClane, who battles against the sophisticated villain Hans Gruber, portrayed by the late Alan Rickman, in his breako...
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July 9, 2024 • 49 secs
"David. If you kill him, he will win."
Detective William Somerset, played by Morgan Freeman, in "Seven", from 1995.
"Seven", directed by David Fincher, is a gripping thriller that stars Brad Pitt as Detective David Mills and Morgan Freeman as Detective William Somerset. The film follows their pursuit of a serial killer, John Doe, played by Kevin Spacey, who uses the seven deadly sins as motives for his crimes.
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Detective William Somerset, played by Morgan Freeman, in "Seven", from 1995.
"Seven", directed by David Fincher, is a gripping thriller that stars Brad Pitt as Detective David Mills and Morgan Freeman as Detective William Somerset. The film follows their pursuit of a serial killer, John Doe, played by Kevin Spacey, who uses the seven deadly sins as motives for his crimes.
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"Monsters are real, and ghosts are real too. They live inside us, and sometimes, they win."
"The Shining" is a 1980 psychological horror film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on Stephen King's novel of the same name. Starring Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall, the film follows the terrifying descent into madness of a writer isolated with his family in a haunted hotel. Kubrick's masterful direction, coupled with Nicholson's unforge...
"The Shining" is a 1980 psychological horror film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on Stephen King's novel of the same name. Starring Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall, the film follows the terrifying descent into madness of a writer isolated with his family in a haunted hotel. Kubrick's masterful direction, coupled with Nicholson's unforge...
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