Charlie Bartlett (2007)
Hope Davis: Marilyn Bartlett
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Quotes
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Charlie Bartlett : Mom, they were just starting to appreciate me. You know, I was the guy that everyone wanted to meet.
Marilyn Bartlett : Well, maybe there's more to high school than being well-liked.
Charlie Bartlett : Like what, specifically?
Marilyn Bartlett : [thinks for a second] Nothing comes to mind.
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Principal Gardner : Oh, I encourage you to listen all you like, but let's face it, you're not a professional.
Marilyn Bartlett : No.
Principal Gardner : And these medications have a legitimate use. They've helped a lot of people. It's a generational thing. You know teenagers always find a way to abuse something. And why not, right? Being zonked out of your mind is a lot more fun than dealing with your problems.
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Marilyn Bartlett : Well, I think it's safe to say that you're grounded.
Charlie Bartlett : Really? How long?
Marilyn Bartlett : That's a good question. What is the standard?
Charlie Bartlett : Usually, like, 24 hours.
Marilyn Bartlett : Well, seeing as you've acquired a misdemeanor, we'd better make it 30.
Charlie Bartlett : Okay.
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Marilyn Bartlett : [note for Charlie left on the piano] Ritalin in the bag, dinner in the oven. Love, Mom.
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Marilyn Bartlett : I mean, look at me - I'm as fit as a fucking fiddle!