: Re: What is the role of memorable lines in movies? I'm referring to quotes like, "Go ahead and make my day," or "You want the truth? You can't handle the truth." I've read that actors like them,

@Carla500

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Back in the day, all the sitcoms had these:

Sandford & Son : When Fred got into trouble he would clutch his heart and say,

"I'm coming Elizabeth. This is the big one." (indicating a heart attack)

Chico and the Man: Chico, any time a person looked good or the situation was right,

"Loooooookinnggggg Gooooddd!!!"

Good Times: Any time something would go his way, Jimmy JJ would slap his hands and say,

"Kid dyn-oh-mite!"

Differ't Strokes : Little boy (Arnold) any time something would be going odd, would say,

"Whatchoo talkin' 'bout Willis?"

Very few shows use these now. Probably an indication of how effective they are now.
I think maybe these catch-phrases have burned out.

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