Moonrise Kingdom — Movie Quotes

Spoken during their time at the cove when Suzy says she wishes she was an orphan because her life is special, and Sam, being an actual orphan, corrects her romanticized view of tragedy.

This quote encapsulates the dynamic of their relationship: Sam is pragmatic and literal, while Suzy is more emotional and pessimistic. It shows Sam's confidence in his feelings and his refusal to accept Suzy's self-loathing.

Suzy says this to the adults when they are finally caught and separated, defending their actions against the judgment of her parents and the authorities.

A simple, defiant declaration that cuts through the adults' complicated bureaucratic and social objections. It highlights the purity and directness of their motivation.

After the confrontation in the woods where the scout dog, Snoopy, is accidentally killed by an arrow during the skirmish.

This exchange reflects the children's unsentimental but moral view of the world. They acknowledge complexity ("Who's to say?") but uphold a basic sense of justice, even for a dog that was tracking them.

Suzy explains to Sam why she brought her binoculars and what she wants from life as they sit by the campfire.

Expresses the core desire of the film's protagonists to break free from the stagnation of their current lives. It foreshadows the journey they undertake.