“Now, whether you were acting in my office or no, you did show fire...” – Powell, Stage Door ... Movie Quotes Database

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A scene from Stage Door 1937

Powell

Now, whether you were acting in my office or no, you did show fire and emotion and that's what I need in this part.

Terry

But I'm not an emotional person.

Powell

You will be when I get through with you. I'll mold you into one.

Terry

I don't want to be molded. I believe in acting with my brain.

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Terry Randall Katharine Hepburn More Terry quotes →

Powell Adolphe Menjou More Powell quotes →

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