Welcome to a collection of meaningful quotes from “A Different Man (2024)” movie quotes, offering insights into the characters’ lives and perspectives.
A Different Man Movie Quotes on Identity and Perception
- “They taunt me and beg me to show my face, only so that when I do, they can turn away in horror.”
- “Attractive people are the winners in most areas of life, and the workplace is no exception.”
- “You’re likely to be startled or perturbed when you see a face like this. You might stare tactlessly, or on the contrary, avert your gaze, even if you’re generally a kind person.”
- “We have no control over the fight or flight responses of the reptilian part of our brains.”
- “Humans are hardwired to fear, despise the sick and the ugly. Used to leave deformed babies out to die in the cold. Put ’em in the institutions at least.”
- “I’ve got science on my side. You know it’s true. But it’s… You’re… You’re just being politically, um… correct.”
- “Is it wrong to cast someone because of their disfigurement? Exploitative even? Will people come to gawk? Where’s the ethical line?”
- “Part of the character is based on myself in a way.”
- “It was strangely affecting. It was like seeing my own.”
A Different Man Movie Quotes on Life and Acceptance
- “All unhappiness in life comes from not accepting what is.”
- “This happens from time to time. It’ll pass.”
- “I’ve adjusted.”
- “It’s probably still good though, right?”
- “Your apartment is so lived in.”
- “Mine’s a war zone.”
- “It’s embarrassing talking about… Especially when it’s still in progress.”
- “I call myself a writer, but it’s… It’s sort of aspirational.”
- “This is a big problem. Should’ve fixed this sooner.”
A Different Man Movie Quotes on Transformation and Change
- “Perhaps any potential risk is worth the potential reward?”
- “You are healing, Mr. Lemuel. You’re a part of medical history.”
- “Physical modification of hard and soft tissue, both reductive and augmentative, was observed without the need for manual shaving or grafting.”
- “What a world!”
- “My face is falling off in clumps.”
- “Skin particles cleaving at the fascial planes.”
- “You might even be the subject of a documentary one day.”
- “You’re gonna wanna change your name if you’re gonna be a fucking famous model. Guy Moratz just sounds fucking made up.”
- “I am this guy.”
A Different Man Movie Quotes on Fear and Disgust
- “Don’t wanna scare people.”
- “Psychologists have begun to uncover where disgust comes from… some researchers believing the emotion is similar to fear.”
- “Fear evolved to keep you away from large animals that want to eat you from the outside.”
- “Every time you step outside not knowing if he’s gonna be there. Always be on guard. Jesus, I’d have nightmares.”
- “I’m starting to feel a little… frightened.”
- “Is this safe? I mean, uh, my face is falling off in clumps.”
- “Do you hear that? That alarm. You gotta be careful out there, man.”
- “I don’t forget a face.”
- “Sometimes these things happen to me.”
A Different Man Movie Quotes on Acting and Performance
- “This is my first paying gig. My first gig, really. Mmm. Interesting experience.”
- “Have you ever considered…”
- “Yeah, they tell me I got star quality.”
- “Write me a part.”
- “You’re an actor, right? A movie actor. I’ve seen you around.”
- “Just wanna tell my mama, ‘Hey, it was all worth it.’”
- “The life we’ve chosen, huh?”
- “Just let me do the scene.”
- “I was born for this.”
A Different Man Movie Quotes on Relationships and Connection
- “Thanks for asking though.”
- “Let me know.”
- “Can we sit here?”
- “Do you consent?”
- “It’s none of my business.”
- “Happy birthday. Thank you for thinking of me. It really means a lot.”
- “Ask how they’re doing occasionally, as you would ask anyone else.”
- “No one’s ever, uh… Touched my… My face before.”
- “That’s one way to honor a friend.”
A Different Man Movie Quotes – Humorous Lines
- “Less of an aneurysm-type attack and more like, uh… Woozy. You know? ‘Oh, oh.’”
- “Glory? That’s not my ultimate destination. Fort Lee, New Jersey is my ultimate destination.”
- “You know who this guy reminds me of? Woody Allen, when he was younger and kind of nervous.”
- “Expired. Recently? It’s probably still good though, right?”
- “Brazilian jiu-jitsu, or that Krav Maga from Israel shit.”
- “The Nazis were singing and dancing?”
- “Sounds like a weird dream you had.”
- “Guess I chose the wrong profession, and now I’m gonna slash you, get some more practice.”
A Different Man Movie Quotes on Morality and Ethics
- “Be gentle with yourself for having these reactions.”
- “As developed, empathetic beings, there are strategies we can adopt to be more inclusive.”
- “Make your disfigured coworker feel included on your team’s project and make an effort to seek their input.”
- “When appropriate, invite them to social functions.”
- “Without assuming their dependence on you.”
- “Where’s the ethical line?”
- “You’re just being politically, um… correct.”
- “Will people come to gawk?”