Amour - Movie Quotes
Memorable Quotes
Tout continuera, et puis un jour tout sera fini.
— Georges
Context:
Spoken during a conversation about their situation, highlighting his pragmatic approach to the tragedy unfolding.
Meaning:
Trans: "Things will go on, and then one day it will all be over."
Summarizes the film's existential stoicism. It reflects Georges' acceptance of the inevitable march towards death without comforting illusions.
C'est beau... La vie. Si long.
— Anne
Context:
Anne says this while looking through a photo album, struggling to articulate her thoughts as her mind fails.
Meaning:
Trans: "It's beautiful... Life. So long."
A heartbreaking moment of clarity amidst her dementia, expressing a paradoxical appreciation for life while simultaneously acknowledging the weariness of enduring it.
Vous êtes un monstre parfois. Mais très gentil.
— Anne
Context:
Said playfully earlier in the film, but it foreshadows the 'monstrous' act of mercy killing Georges will eventually commit.
Meaning:
Trans: "You are a monster sometimes. But very kind."
Captures the complexity of their relationship and the harsh actions Georges must take (like force-feeding) which are cruel but born of kindness.