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Advice on Timing and Lip Gloss Usage
Iona
Andie, hon. Listen, it's after 7:00. Don't waste good lip gloss.
Unrequited Feelings and Personal Boundaries
Philip "Duckie" Dale
Well, that's very nice. I'm glad. Well here's... here's the point, Andie. I'm not particularly concerned with whether or not you like me, because I live to like you and... and I can't like you anymore. So... so when you're feeling real low and... and dirty, don't look to me to pump you back up cause... cause... cause maybe for the first time in your life I won't be there!
The Absurdity of Unfamiliar Enmity
Andie Walsh
You know, it's so insane that someone you've never met, never talked to can be your enemy.
Confrontation and Inquiry in Relationships
Steff McKee
You got a problem, friend?
[to Duckie]
Celebrating Achievements with Enthusiastic Applause
Iona
Applause, applause, APPLAUSE.
[finishes stapling records to the window display]
Unrequited love and self-sacrifice expressed
Philip "Duckie" Dale
God, Andie, I would have died for you!
Disrupting a Romantic Moment
Philip "Duckie" Dale
This is an incredibly romantic moment, and you're ruining it for me!
Reflections on Relationships and Choices
Steff McKee
A little, lingering doubt perhaps, Blane? You know, you gotta give her credit though. I mean, after you dumped her, she certainly went out and found herself what I'd have to say is probably the most interesting date that our generation...
Misunderstandings Among Friends
Steff
I thought that was very uncool of you last night, Blane.
Blane
What?
Steff
What?
Blaine
You mean Andie?
Steff
Yeah, I mean Andie.
Blane
What's the big deal? I like her. Matter of fact, I was pissed off at you guys for being so nasty to her.
Steff
It was way out of order for you to foist her on the party.
Blane
Steff, you hear yourself? You hear the same asshole shit I hear?
Steff
What, do I have to spell it out for you, Blane?
Blane
I guess so.
Steff
Nobody appreciates your sense of humor you know. As a matter of fact, everybody's about to puke from you. I mean if you've got a hard-on for trash, don't take care of it around us pal, alright?
Blane
Right, buddy.
Steff
Listen, I don't need a lot of shit on this one, Blane, alright. I really don't.
Blane
Is money all that matters to you?
Steff
Where the hell does that come from? C'mon, look around you. Would I treat my parent's house like this if money was any kind of issue? Why are you doing this? Why don't you just... nail her, and get it over with? Why are you getting involved?
Blane
Is there something wrong with that?
Steff
I just think it's stupid, you know. It's pointless. I mean, your parents. I think they'll be thrilled.
Blane
They have nothing to do with it.
[defensively]
Steff
Oh, really? I've seen your mother go to work on you, Blane. It's vicious. When Bill and Joyce get through with you, you won't know whether to shit or go sailing... Listen, I'm getting really bored with this conversation, all right, Blane? You know, if you want your piece of low-grade ass, fine. Take it, you know? But if you do, you're not going to have a friend.
Blane
Is that right?
Steff
Yeah, that's right. I mean, if you wanna make the choice, go ahead. Make it. Alright? I personally wouldn't trash a friendship over it. But, hey I'm old fashioned, so... Why don't you take a shower? You look like shit.
Unexpected Bathroom Shortage Commentary
Philip "Duckie" Dale
It's the end of the month, they're out of toilet seat covers!
Resilience in the Face of Adversity
Andie Walsh
I just want them to know that they didn't break me.
A Quick Departure Compared to a Dirty Shirt
Philip "Duckie" Dale
I'm off like a dirty shirt.
Confrontation Over Relationship Choices
Duckie
So what, you're going to go out with this guy? Is this like a date or something?
Andie
Yeah. You’ll like him. He’s not like the other guys, seriously.
Duckie
No…no! You-you really pissed me off Andie, cause you know they shit on everybody including you!
Andie
Who's shitting on me? I'm not gonna let anybody shit on me!
Duckie
He’s just gonna use your ass and throw you away! God I would’ve died for you.
Andie
So what am I supposed to do, he asked me out and I like him! If I hate him because he's got money, just listen to me. If I hate him because he's got money then that’s the exact same thing as them hating us because we don’t. Do you understand?
Duckie
You can’t do this and respect yourself. You-you can't.
Andie
We’ll I’ll make that decision alright.
Duckie
Sure, you can do what you want!
Andie
You know you're talking like that just because I'm going out with Blaine.
Duckie
Blane? His name is Blane? Oh! That's a major appliance, that's not a name!
Andie
Just because I'm going out with "Blane" it doesn't mean I still can't be friends with you! I mean it doesn't change the way I feel about you.
Duckie
That's-that's really nice, I'm-I'm glad. Here's the thing Andie. I'm not particularly concerned with whether or not you like me, because I live to like you and-and I can't like you anymore. So-so when you've had your heart splattered all over hell and you're feeling really low and dirty don't look to me to pump you back up, cause-cause maybe for the first time in your life, I won't be there!
Andie
I can't believe you’re actually saying this.
Duckie
Well I guess that's just tough shit!
Navigating Love and Belonging in Youth
Bouncer at CATS
Love's a bitch, Duck. Love's a bitch.
Principal
If you give off signals that you don't want to belong, people will make sure that you don't.
Observations on the Boys' Room Amenities
Philip "Duckie" Dale
We don't have none of this stuff in the boy's room! Wait a minute! We don't got none of this... we don't got doors on the stalls in the boy's room, we don't have, what is this? What's this? We don't have a candy machine in the boy's room!
Struggles with Self-Belief and Love
Blane McDonnagh
You said you couldn't be with someone who didn't believe in you. I believed in you, I always believed in you. I just didn't believe in me. I love you... Always.
[kisses Andie on the cheek; starts to leave]
Embracing a New Day of Learning
Philip "Duckie" Dale
Good morning! Welcome to another day of higher education!
Trust and Belief in Relationships
Andie Walsh
If somebody doesn't believe in me, I can't believe in them.
A Dismissive View on Relationships
Steff McKee
Well, listen, any girl who did that to me, I would not be too jazzed to hold onto, Blane. It's not worth it, man. I told you it isn't gonna work, you know. This girl was, is, and will always be nada.
The Dangers of Drinking and Driving
Philip "Duckie" Dale
Drinking and driving don't mix, that's why I ride a bike.
Duckie on the Importance of Humor
Philip "Duckie" Dale
It's called a sense of humor - you should get one - they're nice.
The Limits of Wealth and Love
Blane McDonnagh
You buy everything, Steff. You couldn't buy her, though, that's what's killing you, isn't it? That's it, Steff. She thinks you're shit. And deep down, you know she's right.
A Moment of Regret and Apology
Blane McDonnagh
Look, I don't want to take you home. I mean, I'd like to be with you. If not here, somewhere else. Anywhere you want. I'm sorry. What can I say? I made a mistake. I overestimated my friends. I'm sorry. What, do you wanna hit me?
Complimenting an Impressive Outfit
Philip "Duckie" Dale
This is a really volcanic ensemble you're wearing, it's really marvelous!
Witty Banter About Age Differences
Duckie
You know what an older women does for me?
Iona
Changes your diapers?
Duckie
Touché.
Reevaluating Boundaries and Personal Freedom
Iona
Bondage has no place in my life. Since when? Since I spent the night tied up in the backseat of your car!
[On the phone with boyfriend]
Uncertainty in a Friendship Dynamic
Duckie
What now?
Andie
Bed.
Duckie
Yours or mine? Ours?
Duckie critiques Blane's name choice
Philip "Duckie" Dale
Blane? His name is Blane?! That's a major appliance, that's not a name!