The Pirates of Penzance

     

The Pirates of Penzance1983

The Pirates of Penzance is a 1983 film adaptation of the Gilbert & Sullivan operetta of the same name, with some updates for modern American audiences. The plot revolves around the dutiful Frederic and his attempt to break away from the band of pira… more »


[As the term of his apprenticeship expires, Frederic tries to advise his erstwhile crewmates.]

Frederic:
You make it a point of never attacking a weaker party than yourselves, and when you attack a stronger one you invariably get thrashed!

[The indignant pirates mutter and advance on him.]

The Pirate King:
(holding up a finger) There's some truth in that.

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