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The Big Lebowski

What makes a man, Mr. Lebowski?

The Dude

Dude.

The Big Lebowski

Huh?

The Dude

Uhh... I don't know sir.

The Big Lebowski

Is it being prepared to do the right thing, whatever the cost? Isn't that what makes a man?

The Dude

Hmmm... Sure, that and a pair of testicles

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