You Were Never Really Here (2017) quotes

Director
Lynne Ramsay.

Cast
Joaquin Phoenix.
Judith Roberts.
Ekaterina Samsonov.

A traumatized veteran, unafraid of violence, tracks down missing girls for a living. When a job spins out of control, Joe’s nightmares overtake him as a conspiracy is uncovered leading to what may be his death trip or his awakening.

Joe, wake up. It’s a beautiful day.
– Nina

Where you spend your time? What do you do?
– Joe’s Mother

If she’s there, I’ll get her back.
– Joe

McCleary said you were brutal.
– Senator Votto
…I can be.
– Joe
I want you to hurt them.
– Senator Votto

McCleary said you were brutal.
– Senator Votto

Where do you spend your time? What do you do out there alone?
– Joe’s Mother

Stand up straight… Stand up straight! Only little girls and fuckin’ pussies slouch…
– Joe

I’m going to ask you some questions. How many are there?
– Joe
One guy inside the front door, a second guy on the top floor.
– Man