“You know how I define idealism, Monsieur Delbenet? Youth's final...” – Dr. Royer-Collard, Quills ... Movie Quotes Database

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Dr. Royer-Collard Michael Caine

You know how I define idealism, Monsieur Delbenet? Youth's final luxury.

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