Tyrell: But, uh, this— all of this is academic. You were made as well as we could make you.
Roy: But not to last.
Tyrell: The light that burns twice as bright burns half as long. And you have burned so very very brightly, Roy. Look at you. You’re the prodigal son. You’re quite a prize!
Roy: I’ve done questionable things.
Tyrell: Also extraordinary things. Revel in your time.
—Blade Runner
Sure, it’s always darkest before the dawn, but it’s always brightest just before the sun goes nova.
RetFor over 3 years ago
Those who know the least know it the brightest.
Doug K over 3 years ago
Is he Sirius?
danketaz Premium Member over 3 years ago
Looks like he’s headed for a burnout.
P51Strega over 3 years ago
“I burn my gasses at both ends, though they may not last the night, but oh my foes, and oh my friends, it gives such lovely light.”
P51Strega over 3 years ago
He’s a real LIGHT weight when it comes to thinking.
sandpiper over 3 years ago
Certainly applies in some professions.
Michael G. over 3 years ago
Still, he’s basically a reactor.
Zen-of-Zinfandel over 3 years ago
He’s light on his feet.
JudyAz over 3 years ago
When he goes out to eat, he only goes to fusion restaurants.
uniquename over 3 years ago
Go read or watch “Being There” (reading is better IMO).
felipenollaFFA over 3 years ago
Star Gump ???
Richard S Russell Premium Member over 3 years ago
Tyrell: But, uh, this— all of this is academic. You were made as well as we could make you.
Roy: But not to last.
Tyrell: The light that burns twice as bright burns half as long. And you have burned so very very brightly, Roy. Look at you. You’re the prodigal son. You’re quite a prize!
Roy: I’ve done questionable things.
Tyrell: Also extraordinary things. Revel in your time.
—Blade RunnerSure, it’s always darkest before the dawn, but it’s always brightest just before the sun goes nova.
—anonymous