I Think I Heard Jack Nicholson Say That Quiz

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1. "Easy Rider" (1969) starred Peter Fonda, Dennis Hopper and Jack Nicholson. In the movie, as the three main characters were spending the night around a campfire, there was a discussion about freedom. Finish this line, spoken by Nicholson, as George Hanson in which he expresses concern about the condition of our country. "I can't understand what's _____."

Answer: gone wrong with it

So much has been said, written and studied about "Easy Rider" since 1969 it would difficult to present any new material but it still garners high marks both from first time watchers and loyal fans. "Easy Rider" is arguably the best "biker film" ever released.

Its symbolism has endured through the years. Exemplifying it was not all just bikers, broads and beer, this quote was among several to show the pensive side on the film. "Easy Rider" was written by Peter Fonda, Dennis Hopper and their friend, screen writer, Terry Southern.

It was directed by Dennis Hopper.

2. One of the funniest scenes in "Five Easy Pieces" (1970) was the diner scene. Jack Nicholson's character, Bobby Dupea was having a terrible time getting his food order communicated to the server. Annoyed with his requests, the waitress said, "You want me to hold the chicken, huh?". Finish his response. "I want you to hold it _____".

Answer: between your knees

This was an unforgettable scene from the movie, "Five Easy Pieces". Jack Nicholson (as Bobby Dupea) had so much trouble ordering a plain omelet and wheat toast it was hilarious. In an attempt to get his toast he ordered a chicken sandwich without the mayonnaise or the butter or the lettuce. And, just when the waitress thought she had taken his order (with no substitutions) he added, "Now all you have to do is hold the chicken". Thus the quote.

3. In the movie "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" (1975) we saw Jack Nicholson as career criminal, R.P. McMurphy. His character ran the gamut - from tough to tender and from sane to crazy. McMurphy was especially gruff to another resident in the scene with the following quote: (Supply the missing word). "Get out of my way, son. You're using my _____. Know what I mean?"

Answer: oxygen

Nicholson as McMurphy was the epitome of a big man in a little man's frame. In this scene Nicholson' character McMurphy (also called Mac) had just diffused a fractious situation among several residents of the facility where he, too, was staying. "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" represented the merits of being rebellious, going against the system and having the courage to make a change.

This worked well for the movie industry of the 1970s. Given a nod of approval from the Academy Awards "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" took top honors in 1975 in all five major awards: Best Picture, Lead Actor, Lead Actress, Director and Screenplay.

4. Jack Nicholson was a part of an all star cast when he portrayed Daryl Van Horne in "The Witches of Eastwick" (1987), a comedy/fantasy/horror story of three women friends who live in the same neighborhood in New England. Finish this quote from Daryl's commentary on women as he delivered it to a church congregation. "You don't think God makes mistakes? Of course He does. We ALL make mistakes. Of course, when WE make mistakes they call it evil. When GOD makes mistakes, they call it... _____".

Answer: Nature

This quote was taken from a scene where Jack Nicolson showed his aptitude for physical theatrics. Blown into a church by a wind storm, Van Horne was not completely in control of himself thanks to his neighbors and lovers, Alexandra (played by Cher), Jane (played by Susan Sarandon), and Sukie (played by Michelle Pfeiffer).

He was bounced and slung and twisted and (most impressively) caused to expel vomit with velocity and volume unknown to mortal men. Lovely, right?

5. As The Joker in the 1989 movie, "Batman", Jack Nicholson had too much fun terrifying Vicki Vale who was played by Kim Basinger. In one scene the Batman (played there by Michael Keaton) literally swooped into the room to rescue Ms. Vale. Finish the quote by The Joker from that scene. "Where does he get those wonderful _____?"

Answer: toys

This quote came and went fast but it was perfectly delivered by Jack Nicholson as the Joker. Given the advances of technology cinema buffs have enjoyed and appreciated since this movie was filmed (in 1989) this flick can now seem flimsy and ridiculous rather than bold and gallant. Still Nicholson has a way of making a quick quote from an exasperated clown face into something expertly eternal.

Another Joker quote is: "What are you laughin' at?"

6. Danny DeVito directed Jack Nicholson as he played the larger than life main character in the 1992 movie, "Hoffa". Hoffa had no love for Bobby Kennedy and the feeling was mutual. Complete this quote from a scene showing Hoffa visiting Bobby Kennedy's office. "You don't impress me, and your office don't impress me, and your _____ don't impress me. Bunch of rumrunners."

Answer: family

Nicholson showed us the speech patterns, the body postures and the powerful embodiment of Jimmy Hoffa to perfection. The 1992 movie parallels the life of Jimmy Hoffa in an eerily accurate - almost documentary - presentation. As the movie showed, Bobby Kennedy had relentlessly investigated Hoffa for years.

When Bobby's brother, John, was elected President of the United States Bobby saw it as a carte blanche opportunity to collapse and contain Jimmy Hoffa and his Teamsters. Hoffa's complete disdain for the Kennedy wealth and power was summarized rather well in this quote.

7. In the movie, "The Evening Star" (1996) during a touching moment, Nicholson's character, Garrett, shared a spot of the beach with Shirley MacLaine's character, Aurora. To reflect the title of the movie the two saw the evening star and proceeded to make a wish. Garrett became impatient with the amount of time it took Aurora to make her wish. Complete the following quote by him: "Aurora, you can't possibly live long enough for that wish to _____".

Answer: come true

Jack Nicholson reprised his role as Garrett Breedlove from the 1983 blockbuster, "Terms of Endearment" in the movie, "The Evening Star" (1996). Although his screen time in the more recent movie was much less than in its prequel, the chemistry between Nicholson/Breedlove and MacLaine/Greenway was delightful.

This scene was the stuff that made them both so popular. It also included the quote from Nicholson's character: "Astronauts are trained to not wish on stars, they'd never get anything done". (Garrett Breedlove was an astronaut.) Not to be discouraged, Aurora insists they both make a wish. Garrett's wish was quick - must have just been a few words.

Hers, not so quick; thus the quote in the question.

8. The award-winning 1997 movie, "As Good As It Gets" gave Jack Nicholson fans a lot to appreciate. In one scene novelist Melvin Udall had just received a compliment from an obvious, if not observant, fan. Finish the quote from the scene when asked how did he "write women so well", Udall responded: "I think of a man, and I take away _____".

Answer: reason and accountability

Evidently not one to accept a compliment graciously, Jack Nicholson's character, Melvin Udall in the 1997 movie "As Good As It Gets", responded in his usual misanthropic manner to the receptionist who was trying to get his attention with her apparent affection. Extremely popular at the box office, "As Good As It Gets" was the perfect vehicle for Nicholson to earn his second Academy Award for Best Actor.

His co-star, Helen Hunt, won her first Oscar in the Best Actress category for her role as single mother, Carol Connelly, in that movie.

9. Another Jack Nicholson film labeled as a romantic/comedy was the 2003 movie, "Something's Gotta Give" which also starred Diane Keaton. Finish the quote from the scene where Keaton's character, Erica Barry, encountered Nicholson's character, Harry Sanborn, for the first time. Erica: "You're dating my daughter?" Harry: "Now who would've thought that would be _____".

Answer: worse news

The quote is taken from the scene that showed Erica and her sister, Zoe, as they surprised a half-dressed Harry as he pilfered through the fridge in Erica's kitchen. While Zoe grabbed a knife and postured a defensive stance, Erica called the police to report an intruder. Harry explained his presence in Erica's house with the news that he was dating her (much, much younger) daughter, Marin.

Although quite predictable, "Something's Gotta Give" was a delightful film for many Nicholson (and Keaton) fans.

It also featured a not-too-shabby supporting cast that included Keanu Reeves, Amanda Peet and Frances McDormand.

10. In "The Bucket List" (2007) Jack Nicholson, as billionaire Edward Cole, was often brunt and abrasive with his much younger assistant, Thomas, who was played brilliantly by Sean Hayes. Finish the quote given by Nicholson's character when Thomas asked him how to communicate the news of his (Cole's) approaching death. "Treat it as if it were _____".

Answer: your own

Jack Nicholson as Cole was forced to embrace his mortality when he was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. He felt it was his duty to enlighten those around him during what little time he had remaining to live. This quote was one from the movie that showed Thomas was not one to be easily dissuaded. The comeback line delivered by Hayes as Thomas (in this scene) was equally snappy: "So ... leave all the money to my assistant." The funny, funny movie also starred Morgan Freeman and was directed by Rob Reiner.

Source: Author cowboybluedog

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Movie fans of Jack Nicholson should recognize the quote, "You can't handle the truth" from the movie, "A Few Good Men" (1992). His movie characters have given us many intriguing and, hopefully, memorable lines. Can you finish the following quotes?

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