“I didn't want him to die though.” – Nicholas Garrigan, The Last King of Scotland ... Movie Quotes Database

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Nicholas Garrigan

I didn't want him to die though.

Idi Amin

But you did it. Why? You want to know why?

Nicholas Garrigan

Yes.

Idi Amin

You did it because you love me.

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