The Night of the Hunter

The Night of the Hunter1955

The Night of the Hunter is a 1955 film about a sinister crook, posing as a preacher, who pursues two children for the secret they are privy to: the location of a cache of money stolen by their father. more »



Powell:
Good evening, John. Your mother and I are getting married tomorrow in Sisterville. She wants me to be a daddy to you and your sister.

John:
You ain't my dad, you'll never be my dad.

Powell:
When we get back, we're all going to be friends and share our fortunes together, John.

John:
[shouting] You think you can make me tell, but I won't, I won't, I won't! [slaps a hand over his mouth]

Powell:
Tell me what, boy?...We aren't keeping secrets from each other, are we, little lad?...Well, it don't matter. We've got a long time together, boy.

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