That is the crowning evil, that we can even go so far as to love each other, you and I. And who else would show us a particle of love, a particle of compassion or mercy? Who else, knowing us as we know each other, could do anything but destroy us? Yet we can love each other.

I assume I don't need an introduction.

My efforts with Hollywood are like things written in water.

Because I show you my pain, I do not of necessity love you.

The thing should have plot and character, beginning, middle and end. Arouse pity and then have a catharsis. Those were the best principles I was ever taught.

-You are on the verge of being truly mad. -No, not at all. Look at me. I can tie my shoelaces. See?

I would die rather than live without you. I would die the same way he died. I can't bear you to look at me the way you did. I cannot bear it if you do not love me!" -Claudia.