“We have to consider the idea that our visitors are prodding us to...” – Agent Halpern, Arrival ... Movie Quotes Database

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Agent Halpern

We have to consider the idea that our visitors are prodding us to fight among ourselves until only one faction prevails.

Dr. Louise Banks

There's no evidence of that.

Agent Halpern

Sure there is. Just grab a history book. The British with India, the German with Rwanda...

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