My Family (TV Series)
The Second Greatest Story Ever Told (2002)
Zoë Wanamaker: Susan Harper
Quotes
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[about Nick]
Ben : Why did we have him?
Susan Harper : Because I didn't know that a quickie meant that you'd be that fast.
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Susan Harper : Nick forgot to pick me up from my audition. I had to get a lift with the three wise men. They kept getting lost!
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Susan Harper : Honestly, Ben, you have no appreciation for the arts.
Ben : I love Jackie Chan.
Susan Harper : Martial arts don't count!
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Susan Harper : Honestly, Ben, I don't know why you're being such a baby about seeing the dentist.
Ben : Look, other dentists don't have my people skills and gentle touch.
Susan Harper : Other dentists don't start their check-ups with the words 'Is it safe?' So you plan to live the rest of your life in pain?
Ben : Worked for me so far.
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Ben : [after Susan switches off the TV] Oi! Oi! I was watching that!
Susan Harper : I've seen it!
Ben : I haven't!
Susan Harper : Honestly, Ben, do you want to waste your life away in front of the telly or talk to me about my audition?
Ben : Who says they're mutually exclusive?
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Susan Harper : Your lines sound so dated!
Director : Well, it *is* set 2,000 years ago!
Susan Harper : So is 'Jesus Christ Superstar', but it didn't stop Lloyd Webber from adding guitars!