Marilyn Bartlett Quotes in Charlie Bartlett (2007)

Principal Gardner: Oh, I encourage you to listen all you like, but let's face it, you're not a professional.

Marilyn Bartlett: No.

Principal Gardner: And these medications have a legitimate use. They've helped a lot of people. It's a generational thing. You know teenagers always find a way to abuse something. And why not, right? Being zonked out of your mind is a lot more fun than dealing with your problems.

Charlie Bartlett: Mom, they were just starting to appreciate me. You know, I was the guy that everyone wanted to meet.

Marilyn Bartlett: Well, maybe there's more to high school than being well-liked.

Charlie Bartlett: Like what, specifically?

Marilyn Bartlett: [thinks for a second] Nothing comes to mind.

Marilyn Bartlett: I mean, look at me - I'm as fit as a fucking fiddle!

Marilyn Bartlett: [note for Charlie left on the piano] Ritalin in the bag, dinner in the oven. Love, Mom.

Marilyn Bartlett: Well, I think it's safe to say that you're grounded.

Charlie Bartlett: Really? How long?

Marilyn Bartlett: That's a good question. What is the standard?

Charlie Bartlett: Usually, like, 24 hours.

Marilyn Bartlett: Well, seeing as you've acquired a misdemeanor, we'd better make it 30.

Charlie Bartlett: Okay.