I like old movies, mainly musicals. That’s why I never realized that old dramas contained some of the most vicious and callous insults of all time, and I kind of love it. Please enjoy!
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Joan Crawford’s excellent one-word burn-in woman on the beach (1955).
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Annabelle’s perfect reaction Haunted Hill House (1959).
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Here’s what this cool little one-liner says: all about eve (1950).
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Jayne Mansfield’s line Will success ruin Rock Hunter? (1957), I think it will be used a lot in the future.
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This quote is How to Marry a Millionaire (1953) has a totally “ask a stupid question, get a stupid answer” vibe.
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Lady Lou’s great witticisms she did him wrong (1933).
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This absolutely cruel insult from Lisa Fellini September is coming (1961).
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This wonderful way of speaking brought Emil to his rightful place so quickly. a woman is a woman (1961).
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Cary Grant’s response to “I don’t have it” North by Northwest (1959).
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This is a very rare self-burn-in phenomenon. Mr. Verdu (1947).
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James Stewart’s suuuuuper backhand compliment rear window (1954).
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This Uno reverse card is i love you back (1940).
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This blunt wake-up call Night train to Munich (1940).
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Bing Crosby’s “Calm down, Danny Kaye” response to this line white christmas (1954).
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This shocking answer is Fountainhead (1949).
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Cary Grant’s answer. doubt (1941) I will remember that the next time a stranger asks me to smile.
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Lastly, this is some swear words that are both completely PG and yet incredibly effective. asphalt jungle (1950).
Do you have a favorite comeback? One of the things you always quote? Let us know in the comments below!