Published screenplays are relatively few, and they often contain discrepancies from the final cut. The Dictionary of Film Quotations prints the actual text of quotes as heard in the theater. Most appear here in print for the first time. The movies have been selected according to popularity, critical acclaim, and the importance of directors, actors, and screenwriters. The quotations are arranged alphabetically by movie from Adam's Rib to Zorba the Greek.
Quotations follow chronologically as they appear in the film.
The Speaker Index allows readers to find quotes said by their favorite stars. The Subject and Key Word Index offers two more ways to find quotes.