“You will please clasp your hands together at the back of your neck. I...” – Joel Cairo, The Maltese Falcon ... Movie Quotes Database

You will please clasp your hands together at the back of your neck. I intend to search your offices, Mr. Spade. I warn you, if you attempt to prevent me, I shall certainly shoot you.

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Titlecard In 1539, the Knights Templar of Malta paid tribute to Charles V of Spain by sending him a Golden Falcon encrusted from beak to claw with rarest jewels- - - - - but pirates seized the galley carrying this priceless token and the fate of the Maltese Falcon remains a mystery to this day. Effie Perine Do the police really think you shot this 'what's-his-name'? Do they? Look at me, Sam. You worry me. You always think you know what you're doing but you're too slick for your own good. Kasper Gutman By gad, Sir. You are a chap worth knowing, an amazing character...