Edmond Dantès
Only a man who has felt ultimate despair is capable of feeling ultimate bliss.
Tied for 3rd most-quoted character in The Count of Monte Cristo (2002): in 6 of its 33 quotes
Most scenes with: Edmond (5)
Life is a storm, my young friend. You will bask in the sunlight one moment, be shattered on the rocks the next. What makes you a man is what you do when that storm comes. You must look into that storm and shout as you did in Rome, "Do your worst, for I will do mine!" Then the fates will know you as we know you: as Albert Mondego, the man!
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Edmond Dantès
You didn't think I would make it that easy did you?
Edmond Dantès
How did I escape? With difficulty. How did I plan this moment? With pleasure.
Edmond Dantès
You've only got one shot, and it will take more than that to stop me.
Edmond Dantès
[visiting the Chateau d'If before looking at the sea for the last time and setting his sword down on the rocks]
You were right, Priest. You were right. This I promise you...and God: all that was used for vengeance will now be used for good. So rest in peace, my friend.
