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Reflections on Disturbance and Experience
Dr. John Watson
I've been going over my notes of our exploits over the past seven months. Would you like to hear my conclusions? … I am psychologically disturbed.
Studying Methods for Potential Pursuit
Sherlock Holmes
I was simply studying your methods … should the authorities ask me to hunt you down.
[To Irene]
Appreciating the Muse's Dramatic Entrance
Dr. John Watson
She loves an entrance, your muse.
[About Irene]
Warning About Inappropriate Drinking Habits
Dr. John Watson
You do know what you're drinking is meant for eye surgery?
[About an empty vial, to Holmes]
Reflection on a Busy Afterlife
Sherlock Holmes
What a busy afterlife you're having.
[To Blackwood]
The Elusiveness of Obvious Facts
Sherlock Holmes
There's nothing more elusive than an obvious fact.
[At the end of the movie, when Holmes deciphers the true motive of the crime]
A Friendly Greeting from Sherlock Holmes
Sherlock Holmes
Always nice to see you, Watson.
Analyzing Vulnerabilities and Recovery Prospects
Sherlock Holmes
Head cocked to the left. Partial deafness in ear. First point of attack. Two: throat; paralyse vocal chords, stop scream. Three: got to be heavy drinker. Floating rib to the liver. Four: finally, drag in left leg, fist to patella. Summary prognosis: conscious in ninety seconds, partial efficacy: quarter of an hour at best. Full faculty recovery: unlikely.
[First lines; surveying a ruffian guard; voiceover; Holmes slaps the guard in the left ear; Grabs the guard by the neck, stifling his vocal cords and silencing his scream; The guard gets punched in the gut; Punches and drags the left leg; Back in real time, Holmes uses his coat to conceal himself in the shadows, and as the guard strolls past him, Holmes leaps out, does all of the above in a matter of seconds, and steals the guard's bowler hat and lantern, before taking off down the stairs.]
Humorous Speculation on Assistance Needed
Dr. John Watson
What could she possibly need? An alibi? A beard? A human canoe. She could sit on your back and paddle you up the Thames.
Watson Reflects on Holmes' Defeat
Dr. John Watson
She was the only adversary who ever outsmarted you. Twice. Made a proper idiot out of you.
[About Irene]
Fragility Hidden Beneath Logic and Reason
Lord Blackwood
Beneath your mask of logic I sense a fragility. That worries me. Steel your mind, Holmes; or by the time you realize you made all of this possible, it'll be the last sane thought in your head.
Enlightenment Through Unintended Journeys
Sherlock Holmes
My journey took me somewhat further down the rabbit-hole than I'd intended and, though I dirtied my fluffy white tail, I've emerged … enlightened.
Request for Access to Armory
Dr. John Watson
Permission to enter the armory.
[Holmes has been firing a gun in his room when Watson opens the door]
Surprise at Unexpected Reactions
Lord Blackwood
You seem surprised.
[On several occasions]
The Beginning After Death
Lord Blackwood
Death … is only the beginning.
[Before he is to be executed]
The Need for Intellectual Challenge
Sherlock Holmes
My mind rebels at stagnation. Give me problems, give me work. The sooner the better.
Self-Love Prevents Despair
Dr. John Watson
Don't worry, dear- suicide's not in his repertoire, he's far too fond of himself for that.
[After he and Mary come upon Holmes, who appears to have hanged himself in his rooms]
Professional Integrity in Medical Expertise
Sherlock Holmes
This is a matter of professional integrity. No girl wants to marry a doctor who can't even tell if a man's dead or not.
[To Watson, about him incorrectly pronouncing Blackwood dead]
Trust in Professionalism and Calmness
Sherlock Holmes
Madam, I need you to remain calm. And trust me, I'm a professional. Beneath this pillow lies the key to my release.
[Wakes up naked with Adler having cuffed him spread-eagle to the bed with a pillow over his crotch. A maid comes in, sees him and shrieks; The maid runs out in disgust]
Questioning the Need for Ammunition Conservation
Dr. John Watson
What was that about saving bullets?
[After Holmes fires all ammo at Lord Blackwood]
Intentional Placement by Dr. John Watson
Dr. John Watson
He's left it there on purpose.
[Seeing Holmes has left his revolver behind]
The Game Is Afoot
Sherlock Holmes
The game is afoot. ]
[In unison with Watson; [Henry V|Follow your spirit and upon this charge – Cry, God for Harry, England and Saint George!]
Bound Together on a Twisted Journey
Lord Blackwood
You and I are bound together on a journey that will twist the very fabric of nature.
The Devil's Due a Soul
Sherlock Holmes
The devil's due a soul, I'd say.
[To Blackwood]
A Doctor's Assurance in a Tense Moment
Dr. John Watson
Relax … I'm a doctor.
[With a goon in a stranglehold]
Choice between meat and potatoes
Sherlock Holmes
Meat … or potatoes?
[As he and Watson are confronted by Dredger and two smaller thugs, Dredger asks him if he has any problem]
Order and Proper Place in Chaos
Sherlock Holmes
Don't touch, everything is in its proper place, as per usual … Nanny.
[To Mrs. Hudson; sneers]