Counsel General Hepke Quotes in The Sea Chase (1955)

Capt. Karl Ehrlich: What do you suggest that I do?

Counsel General Hepke: The Rockhampton is due in Valparaiso tomorrow. There's not a chance that you can leave.

Capt. Karl Ehrlich: I'll take my chances with the British. They won't waste a warship watching this harbor for long.

Counsel General Hepke: Very well, Captain. If you insist. Seamanship is your forte. But I beg to remind you, propaganda's mine. If I assist you, you must help me.

Capt. Karl Ehrlich: I won't lie for you.

Counsel General Hepke: Of course not! I wouldn't think of asking you to lie. You haven't had the necessary diplomatic training.