The Fallen Idol (1948)

Ralph Richardson: Baines

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• Baines : There are faults on both sides, Phile. We don't have any call to judge. Perhaps she was what she was because I am what I am. We ought to be very careful, Phile. 'Cause we make one another.

  Phillipe : I thought God made us.

  Baines : Trouble is, we take a hand in the game.

• Baines : It's a great life if you don't weaken.

• Baines : There's lies and lies.

  Mrs. Baines : What do you mean by that?

  Baines : Some lies are just kindness.

• Phillipe : Funny, isn't it? Julie working for the embassy and all this time she was your niece.

  Baines : Yes. It's a scream.

• Baines : Give me your handkerchief. It's things like that give secrets away.

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  Baines : Good day, sir... In his office there, miss.