“This is real nice. Makes me want to do somersaults.” – Harold, Harold and Maude ... Movie Quotes Database

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A scene from Harold and Maude 1971

Harold

This is real nice. Makes me want to do somersaults.

Maude

Well, why don't you?

Harold

I'd feel stupid.

Maude

Harold, everyone has the right to make an ass out of themselves.
You just can't let the world judge you too much.

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Maude Ruth Gordon More Maude quotes →

Harold Bud Cort More Harold quotes →

Mrs. Chasen Vivian Pickles More Mrs. Chasen quotes →

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