“Secure the box. Set it for 200 years. We'll keep them in the city for...” – Builder #1, City of Ember ... Movie Quotes Database

Builder #1

Secure the box. Set it for 200 years. We'll keep them in the city for 200 years.

Builder #3

[Builder #2 sets the years]

You're certain that'll be long enough?

Builder #1

None of us can be certain of anything. We can hope. Growing up with no knowledge of a world outside, future generations will be spared sorrow for what they've lost. [puts his glasses on] For the good of all mankind. [closes the box]

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