“Are you able to see the white line painted on the floor directly...” – Barnes, A Clockwork Orange ... Movie Quotes Database

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Barnes

[Alex, just arrived in prison, is emptying his pockets onto Chief Guard Barnes' desk]

Are you able to see the white line painted on the floor directly behind you, 655321?

Alex

Yes, sir.

Barnes

Then your toes belong ON THE OTHER SIDE OF IT!

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