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Numerous great quotes people haven't mentioned yet and my review

posted 18 years ago by maynard-21
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Everyone seems to keep mentioning the same lines (i.e. - "There's got to be a hundred good reasons why I don't blow you away...right now I can't think of one..."). Although these are great lines, there are countless others I am surprised I haven't seen! (I am going to quote these from memory, so they may not be exactly 100% correct.)

"Who's up front in the cab?"
"Santa Claus."
*fires gun* "And I'm the tooth fairy. Try again."

"Nick, you got tactometers for eyes. I was talking about the babe."
"So was I." (LOVE how he conveys this line!)

"You mind filling me in here?"
"Yeah, the Jesse James look is out kid."

"I hate the way you drive; I hate your stinkin' whiskey breath..."
"Yeah, well I hate your uptight anal retentive boyscout *beep* And the little *beep* creases in your pants. And your donuts, you know the little fruitcake ones with the sprinkles on them *throws donuts out the window* Nobody eats that *beep*

*after Strom gets the suitcase of money and starts walking away, Nick: "Here's the interest." *fires gunshots*

Charlie Sheen, in the infamous bar burning down scene: "Come on, *beep* Come on! Play *beep* games! Wanna play *beep* games!"

"Get the *beep* back! Get the *beep* back! Policia! Policia!"

Charlie, at his dad's office. He barges in at a meeting, "Alright, party's over...What? Do you want me to fax it to you? Move!"

"You need any help?"
"Yeah, got a light?" *Nick falls down after car chase*

"Don't I know you from somewhere?"
"I'm sure you've mistaken me for someone else."
"Well, there's no mistake in this German beer. Leaves an aftertaste."

"Hey, while you were up there with what's her name, sitting on your face..."
"She did NOT sit on my face."

"Hey, I was just starting to enjoy that."
"Pervert."

"Good. Good work, kid. Now read them their rights." (Clint referring to Charlie about the dogs in the junkyard.)

"You know, we could get in a lot of hot water for this."
"Just relax, kid. Keep your mind off my work."

"Now you listen real close *beep* like it or not, you're now working for me." (I just love the way this line is conveyed; Clint's smokin' a cigar, swinging the dude around in his BMW...lol classic.)

God, there are so many more but I don't want to write the entire movie script down, lol.

I can't believe all the negative comments and ratings. I personally love the film and so does my dad. We have watched it together at least 30 times. We have it on VHS and DVD. The plot is pretty good IMO, and the actors and great chemistry (for lack of a better term) between Charlie and Clint is amusing to watch. They work great together and it is believable on-screen.

Hell, even if you don't like the plot, just all the classic, humorous lines and top notch cast (Sheen and Eastwood) make this film a winner in my book! 10/10!

[–] aborted_fetus_with_a_gru 18 years ago

I can't believe my fave quote didn't make the cut; "Any man who would deface a work of art with a colour like that, ought to have his ass removed." I thought this movie was amusing as well as action packed (for its time)

[–] White_Thunder 18 years ago

This film is a winner in my book,Clint and Charlie work well together. Great quotes too,this is just like a Dirty Harry movie :-)

[–] JackSparrow92 18 years ago

Did enjoy Clint's expletive-filled comments to the TV reporter.

Painful to watch, however, was that cop whose name escapes me. Barks some orders, then yells "it's not a job, it's a *beep* adventure!!!" Cringeworthy.

[–] anfinke 18 years ago

"Yeah, well I hate your uptight anal retentive boyscout *beep* "

Correct me if I'm worng but I always thought he said "regimented" instead of "anal retentive". I do love the "boyscout-horseshyt" though.

That whole scene in the van is so funny. The tension rises as they are starting to get on each other's nerves.

[–] balthazar_bee 14 years ago

I believe it's, "I hate your uptight, regulation-spouting, Boy Scout horse****." Yes, the van scene is a beaut. "Your plastic's not gonna help you now, you lousy little ****."

[–] nutsberryfarm 12 years ago

if you want a guarantee, buy a toaster.

Season's Greetings

[–] danketch69 18 years ago

my favorite was the quote from Blazing Saddles that Charlie Sheen uses as he walks into the laundry mat, "Candygram for Mr. Mongo."

This movie was so good, I miss the 90's cop movie craze.

[–] fitchbist1874 17 years ago

This movie is awesome!

Best quote is by Raul Julia:

"Alright, you troublesome b**tards!" then proceeds to blow Clint and Sheen up - or so he thinks!!!!!

[–] tcurran83 17 years ago

I can't believe someone doesn't like the "It's not just a job, it's a *beep* ADVENTURE!!!!!!!!!" line - that is awesome, just like this entire film!

A round of applause for Raul Julia's powder blue tracksuit!

[–] disconnexions 17 years ago

Well my favorite lines were by Charlie and Lara Flynn Boyle.

"Next time, aim fo the kneecaps."

"I was aiming for the kneecaps."

"Sometimes Malvert pee red."

[–] brandomarlon2003 16 years ago

Also what I liked --

Clint and his partner (Hal Williams from "Sanford & Son") are both in their car. They look at Sonia Braga drive by.

Clint's partner says - "Nick, did you see that?!?"

Clint says - "Yeah, a classic. They don't make em' like that anymore!"

Partner says - "You must have blinders for eyes, man! I was talking about the babe!"

Clint says - "So was I!"

So many quotable lines in "The Rookie". It was a huge box-office flop in the Holiday season of 1990 but I loved it and still do.

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[–] nutsberryfarm 12 years ago

there's no mistaking this german beer...has an aftertaste.

Season's Greetings

[–] viktor_habbohotel 13 years ago

I loved the "Adventure" part, it's a classic film, and while the movie is not Oscar material, it's one of my personal favorites!

[–] Bobby_vs_Satan 12 years ago

Within minutes of each other

Henchman..."I saw you die"
Clint...."Welcome to Hell, *beep*

Sheen...."One mistake and I'll give you a smile you keep for the rest of your short life"

Sheen..."Even think about getting cute and I'll blow that *beep* you call brains all over my partner"
The Look from Clint is priceless.

[–] Randy-144 10 years ago

When Liesl is toying with Nick while he is tied to a chair, she cuts his forehead with a piece of glass while straddling him. She says, "When something is no good for me I cut it off and throw it away." The implication is that she is going to cut off his manhood if he can't get it up.

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