Favorite Movie Quotes

Unlike my husband who tends to memorize movie dialogue and then speak along when he watches the movie again, I tend to be one who remembers how a movie made me feel. So, I decided to write about my favorite movie quotes and their emotional impact on my life. From the classic, Gone With the Wind to Roadhouse, my movie quotes are as diverse as my hobbies. Let's explore the lessons I have learned from the movies in my life.

1. First on my list of favorite movie quotes has to be from the great classic, Gone With the Wind. Scarlett O'Hara, played by the beautiful Vivien Leigh says the famous words, "After all, tomorrow is another day." Scarlett may have been talking about Rhett here, but the underlying meaning of this quote is hope and determination. Scarlett is strength personified and these words express the depths of her convictions. Scarlett may not have been the nicest of characters, but she was definitely no quitter. These words and the depiction of Miss Scarlett's determination have helped me be a stronger person in many aspects of my life.

2. My next three favorite movie quotes come from the movie, Karate Kid, starring Ralph Macchio as Daniel and Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi. I remember seeing this movie and feeling such a combination of emotions. I was angry at the other boys who kept bullying Daniel and their teacher for teaching them not to show any kindness or mercy. I remember feeling all weak and mushy inside because I thought Ralph Macchio was the most gorgeous boy on the planet. I also felt inspired to do my best. The words spoken to Daniel by Mr. Miyagi, "...get squish just like grape..." always made me laugh because the accompanying movements and sound from Mr. Miyagi. However, these words reminded me not to do things halfway and that I had to be on one side of an issue or the other, being in the middle will get you "squish just like grape."