Divines - Movie Quotes
Memorable Quotes
T'as du clito.
— Rebecca
Context:
Rebecca says this to Dounia after Dounia proves her fearlessness during a confrontation or dangerous task, validating her entry into the gang.
Meaning:
Literally "You have clitoris." A feminist reclamation of the phrase "You have balls." It redefines courage and toughness as inherent female traits, not male ones.
Money, money, money!
— Dounia
Context:
Dounia shouts this in English, treating it almost like a prayer or a war cry, defining her primary motivation throughout the film.
Meaning:
A chant that encapsulates the characters' obsession with material wealth as the only escape from their reality. It reflects the influence of capitalist pop culture.
Le monde est à nous.
— Dounia (referencing Scarface)
Context:
Used when the girls are dreaming of their future success, directly referencing the cinematic tropes of gangster rise-and-fall stories.
Meaning:
"The world is ours." A twist on Scarface's "The world is yours." It signifies their collective ambition and the bond between Dounia and Maimouna against the world.