“I simply solved the problem. We needed a coffin... Er, a tree. There...” – Clark, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation ... Movie Quotes Database

Clark

I simply solved the problem. We needed a coffin... Er, a tree. There are no lots open on Christmas Eve. Lewis burned down my tree so I replaced it as best I could. Voilà.

Ellen

Are you okay?

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Clark W. Griswold Chevy Chase More Clark quotes →

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