Colbert Quotes in The Man in the Iron Mask (1939)

Colbert: [after Fouquet has just killed his wife] Where are you going?

D'Artagnan: After a murderer!

Fouquet: [With contempt] Let me congradulate you, my friend, but then you always had the most annoying habit of bringing about the things you wish to bring about. Most amusing comedy - worthy of so great a playwright!

Colbert: As a fellow playwright you understand how narrow the line dividing comedy and tragedy.

Fouquet: Quite right, and I'm afraid His Majesty's executioner will provide the tragedy when this charming little comedy is finished.

Colbert: His Majesty's executioner could provide the tragedy before the comedy is finished.

Philippe: Thank you my friend. I appreciate everything you've done for me.

Colbert: I hope France will appreciate everything you've done for her.

Philippe: [In his cell] I hope you bring me liberty.

Colbert: More than liberty, I bring you opportunity.

Philippe: All I need is opportunity.