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“This morning was good. But then I got up.”

From: Freaky Friday (2003)

Genre: Movies

Who said it?: Evan

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes from the 2003 comedy, Freaky Friday. Produced by Disney, the film stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsey Lohan as Tess and Anna Coleman, respectively. Tess is a hardworking psychologist and Anna mother while Anna is a rebellious teen. One Friday, they accidentally taunt each other about how hard their lives are. They then wake up the next morning in each other’s bodies.

The quote comes near the start of the film. Tess arrives at her office to find her most neurotic patient, Evan (played by the late Willie Garcon), waiting for her. After the regular pleasantries, Tess asks Evan how he’s doing and he replies with the quote.

Geek Wisdom: Not everyday is going to be the best day of your life. There are always going to be good days and there are always going to be bad days. We just have to take them as we get them.

“You know it’s Halloween. I guess everyone’s entitled to one good scare.”

From: Halloween (1978)

Genre: Movies

Who said it?: Sheriff Leigh Brackett

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes from the original Halloween film that was released in 1978. The film is about a homicidal maniac named Michael Myers who stalks several teens in a small suburban town. This was one of the original slasher films and launched Jamie Lee Curtis’ career in the film industry.

The quote comes early in the film. Laurie Strode (played by Jamie Lee Curtis) sees Michael Myers hiding in the bushes. When her friend investigates, she tells Laurie no one’s there. Perturbed and distracted by the mysterious figure’s disappearance, Laurie runs into Sheriff Leigh Brackett (played by Charles Cyphers). Reassuring Laurie it’s okay, Sheriff Brackett delivers the quote.

Geek wisdom: Halloween is just around the corner. It’s fine to go around and scaring people but don’t go overboard with it. After all, not everyone may find being frightened fun.