La migliore offerta
"A master of possession. A crime of obsession."
The Best Offer - Movie Quotes
Memorable Quotes
There's always something authentic concealed in every forgery.
— Virgil Oldman
Context:
Virgil explains his philosophy on art, which later becomes the thin reed of hope he clings to at the end.
Meaning:
The film's central thesis. It suggests that a forger cannot help but put their own soul into their work, which mirrors how even in a fake relationship, real emotions might leak through.
Human emotions are like works of art. They can be forged. They seem just like the original, but they are a forgery.
— Billy Whistler
Context:
Billy speaks to Virgil early in the film, foreshadowing the betrayal that Virgil is too blind to see.
Meaning:
A direct warning to Virgil and a statement of Billy's cynical worldview. It highlights the theme of emotional manipulation.
What's it like living with a woman? Like taking part in an auction sale. You never know if yours will be the best offer.
— Lambert
Context:
An exchange between Virgil and his assistant, reflecting Virgil's total lack of experience with women.
Meaning:
Links the film's title to its romantic themes, suggesting that love is a competitive and uncertain market where value is relative.