“I'm sorry. You missed her and you feel bad. I shouldn't have joked...” – Whit, Out of the Past ... Movie Quotes Database

Whit

I'm sorry. You missed her and you feel bad. I shouldn't have joked about it.

Jeff

I'll give you back your $5,000 and turn the job over to Stephanos.

Whit

You're on. I fire people, but nobody quits me. You started this and you'll end it. Besides, Joe couldn't find a prayer in the Bible. You'll find her. Take it easy. Take your time.

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