Humoresque (1946)

Oscar Levant: Sid Jeffers

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• Sid Jeffers : It isn't what you are, it's what you don't become that hurts. Idealism is a luxury for the very young.

• Sid Jeffers : Tell me, Mrs. Wright, does your husband interfere with your marriage?

• Sid Jeffers : I envy people who drink. At least they know what to blame everything on.

  Helen Wright : If it's so simple, why don't you drink?

  Sid Jeffers : I have no character.

  Paul Boray : Don't brag.

• Sid Jeffers : Hey, you just spoiled the beginning of an odious relationship.

• Paul Boray : [speaking about swimming in the ocean]  You don't know what you're missing. The water was wonderful.

  Sid Jeffers : The water knows where to find me. I believe in progress and American plumbing. When I feel the need of water, I take a shower.

• Sid Jeffers : You'll do all right. You have all the characteristics of a successful virtuoso. You're self-indulgent, self-dedicated, and a hero of all your dreams.

  Paul Boray : You ought to try a few dreams yourself. It might make you less cynical. When I look at you, I know what I want to avoid.

  Sid Jeffers : One of us is offensive. Why don't you blow?

• Sid Jeffers : [regarding Helen Wright]  She was born with a silver flask in her mouth.

• Sid Jeffers : I hate cold showers. They stimulate me. Then I don't know what to do.

• Sid Jeffers : Oh, Mrs. Wright, this is my friend, Paul Boray, and I'm sure that any friend of mine is not welcome here.

• Sid Jeffers : I don't like to play the piano. It makes me too attractive.

• Sid Jeffers : Many objectional people have talent.

  Paul Boray : Is 'at so? You know I know a lot a talented people who are objectionable.

  Sid Jeffers : [with humor]  Is 'at so?