The Millionaire1955

Michael Anthony:
[Anthony enters the Tipton study to discover Tipton seated in a high backed chair at his desk] You sent for me, sir?

John Beresford Tipton:
Mike, did you ever grow a beard?

Michael Anthony:
Well, yes, in a way.

John Beresford Tipton:
Oh? What way?

Michael Anthony:
Well, I started one - but it grew in red.

John Beresford Tipton:
[Chuckles] You know, Mike, a beard was once a mark of dignity, prestige, age. Today, it's a badge of youth.

Michael Anthony:
And of the beatnik, sir?

John Beresford Tipton:
[Chuckles] That's right, Mike. Some are beat because they're defeated. Others are beat because they like to beat a drum. [Tipton hands over an envelope to Anthony] Our next millionaire, Mike. And Mike, perhaps if you deliver that with a beard, you won't be taken for a square. [Anthony gives the comment a brief thought, nods, and departs]