Land of the Pharaohs (1955)
James Robertson Justice: Vashtar, the Master Architect
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Quotes
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Vashtar : Listen to them, Vashtar! This is a funeral, but they're not sad. They almost seem as if they're happy
Vashtar : The life they hope for in the future seems to mean more to them than their present life.
Vashtar's servant : I wonder if any of them ever saw or spoke to someone living in the future.
Vashtar : I don't think so, Mikka.
Vashtar's servant : I'd rather enjoy this life. Mind you, the wine in the grave sounds like a good idea, but how do I know I'll be thirsty?
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Pharaoh Cheops : [angrily] These plans have been used for a royal tomb, and not one has escaped the grave robbers!
Vashtar : There are many thieves and very few pharaohs.
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[last lines]
Vashtar : So it's finished.
[they gaze at the pyramid]
Vashtar : A structure to house one man and the greatest treasure of all time.
Senta : And a structure to last for all time.
Vashtar : Only history will tell.
Kyra : Will he be remembered?
Vashtar's servant : I don't think I'll ever forget him!
Vashtar : Yes, he will be remembered. The pyramid will keep his memory alive. In that he built better than he knew. Come, we have a long way to go.
[they turn away to begin their journey]
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Vashtar : When I've conceived a plan, I'll send you word.
Pharaoh Cheops : Good.
[to a servant]
Pharaoh Cheops : Hama, see that he has all he needs.
[to Vashtar]
Pharaoh Cheops : Work swiftly, architect!
Vashtar : That I may die sooner?
Pharaoh Cheops : No, that your people should live!