Superman

Boy: [opening narration] In the decade of the 1930s, even the great city of Metropolis was not spared the ravages of the worldwide depression. In the times of fear and confusion the job of informing the public was the responsibility of the Daily Planet. A great metropolitan newspaper, whose reputation for clarity and truth had become a symbol of hope for the city of Metropolis. Miss Teschmacher: Why is it I can't get it on with the good guys? Desk Sergeant: [on seeing a boat in the middle of the street and Superman flying off] Mooney, first bottle's on me, let me get my hat.

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Jor-El: This is no fantasy, no careless product of wild imagination. No, my good friends. These indictments that I have brought you today, the specific charges listed herein against the individuals, their acts of treason, their ultimate aim of sedition, these are matters of undeniable fact. I ask you now to pronounce judgment on those accused. [referring to Non] On this...this mindless aberration, whose only means of expression are wanton violence and destruction. [referring to Ursa] On the woman Ursa, whose perversions and unreasoning hatred of all mankind have threatened even the children of the planet Krypton. Finally, General Zod. Once trusted by this Council, charged with maintaining the defense of the planet Krypton itself. Chief architect of this intended revolution and author of this insidious plot, to establish a "New Order" amongst us with himself as absolute ruler. You have heard the evidence. The decision of the Council will now be heard. Council Member 1: Guilty! Council M

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First Elder: ...An unpleasant duty has been masterly performed, Jor-El. They have received the fate they deserve: isolation in the Phantom Zone; an eternal living death. Jor-El: A chance for survival, nonetheless. As opposed to us, if we continue to ignore these facts...It's suicide! No, it's worse. It's genocide! First Elder: Be warned, Jor-El. The Council has already evaluated this outlandish theory of yours. Jor-El: My friends, you know me to be neither rash nor impulsive. I'm not given to wild, unsupported statements. And I tell you that we must evacuate this planet immediately! First Elder: Jor-El, you are one of Krypton's greatest scientists. Second Elder: Ah, yes, but so is Vond-Ah. Vond-Ah: It isn't that we question your data. The facts are undeniable. It's your conclusions we find unsupportable. Jor-El: This planet, along with its red sun, will destabilize and burst within thirty days...likely within seven. Vond-Ah: I tell you Krypton is simply shifting its orbit. Second Elder

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Executor: The energy input to Jor-El's quarters is now in excess. Our data indicates the loss is due to a misuse of power. First Elder: Investigate. Second Elder: And if our suspicions prove correct? First Elder: He knew the penalty he faced, even as a member of this Council. The law will be upheld.

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Jonathan Kent: Been showing off a bit, haven't you, son? Clark Kent: Uh...I didn't mean to show off, Pa. It's just that...well, guys like that Brad, I just wanna tear 'em apart...I know I shouldn't, but... Jonathan Kent: I know. You can do all these amazing things, and sometimes you think that you will just go bust unless you can tell someone about it. Clark Kent: Yeah!...I mean, every time I get the ball, I can make a touchdown. Every time! Is it showing off for a person to do what he's capable of? Is a bird showing off when it flies? Jonathan Kent: No! No, now you listen to me. When you first came to us, we thought that people would come and take you away because if they found out about the things you could do, well, that worried us a lot. But then a man gets older and he thinks very differently, better, starts to see things very clear. And there's one thing I do know, son. And that is, you are here for a reason. I don't know whose reason it is, or whatever the reason...maybe it's...

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Clark Kent: I have to leave. Martha Kent: I knew this time would come. We both knew it from the day we found you. Clark Kent: I talked to Ben Hubbard yesterday, and he said...that he'd be happy to help out from now on. [struggling to maintain his composure] Mother... Martha Kent: I know, son. I know. Do you...know where you're headed? Clark Kent: North. Martha Kent: Remember us, son. Always remember us.

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