I don’t read novels, I read only pornography and politics.
I don’t have a man. What use is a man? A horse pulls the wagon. A dog keeps me safe. A cat keeps me warm at night.
He’s a Catholic. Men do what they want, women do what they are told.[to Gina, about Jack Nelson]
Every catastrophe is also an opportunity.
Even on holiday, even on top of a rocky mountain, he’ll be the same way he’s been since Polly died. No more Polly, no more whisky, no more Tommy.[to Ada]
When you’re dealing with a very powerful enemy, taking revenge sometimes requires time. You have to pick your moment.[to Michael]
When I do business with someone, I make it my business to know their secrets.[to Gina]
That will be my legacy. Instead of me, there will be money. Because for most of the people who are close to me, that is what I am! F***ing money. That is my agency.[to Arthur]
So many people, so many times going to so much trouble to kill me. I’m f***ing dying anyway.[to Alfie]
Opera is not f***ing singing, is it? It’s not singing. It is the sound that people make before words.
No need for crowds. We need you alive.[Laura McKee: Our agreement was we meet in a crowded place.]
My business has two sides. Light and dark. I’ll need someone for each.[to Duke]