From Supermoms to Cyborgs: 10 of Disney's Best and Most Underrated Quotes
1. "If... If is good" - Panic, Hercules (1997)
Disney is the master of arguments, humor, and inspirational monologues based entirely around syntax.
2. "Now you listen to me, James Hawkins. You got the makings of greatness in you, but you got to take the helm and chart your own course. Stick to it, no matter the squalls! And when the time comes you get the chance to really test the cut of your sails, and show what you're made of... well, I hope I'm there, catching some of the light coming off you that day." - John Silver, Treasure Planet (2002)
John Silver knows how to give a pep talk. For a cyborg pirate who's moral compass is more than a little off kilter.
3. "Have I ever been wrong? I mean when it was important!" - Scuttle, The Little Mermaid (1989)
Disney is not only amazing at syntax, but also at self-deprecating humor. Even the characters that aren't necessarily the brightest crayons in the box can pull this off.
4. "From failing, you learn. From success, not so much." -Aunt Billie, Meet The Robinsons (2007)
This line was delivered right after the rest of the family congratulated Lewis on his outstanding failure. I wish my family was that content with my failures. You hit the mailbox one time and they never let you live it down. 5. "Why are you threatened by anyone different than you?" - Tarzan, Tarzan (1999)
This entire movie dealt with issues of diversity and racism - err, speciesism? - and this one line kind of sums it all up. Actually, it sums up more than just this movie, but let's not talk politics here.
6. "First rule of leadership: everything is your fault." - Hopper, A Bug's Life (1998)
While this line was mostly meant to discredit Princess Atta, it is accurate and reflects strongly on our society as well as theirs.
7. "Isn't it rather dangerous to use one's entire vocabulary in a single sentence?" - Francis, Oliver and Company (1988)
Did I mention how well Disney handles their sass? No? Well for reference, rewatch every Disney movie ever.
8. "Sometimes you try your hardest, but things don't work out the way you want them to. Sometimes things have to change, and maybe sometimes they're for the better." - Nani, Lilo and Stitch (2002)
We all remember Lilo and Stitch for the Ohana quote, but we easily forget about the other moving and heart-shattering quotes from the movie.
9. "Leave the saving of the world to the men? I don't think so. I don't think so." - Elastigirl/Helen Parr, The Incredibles (2004)
While we're all too busy asking our significant others where our super suits are, we forget about the other great lines in this movie. Like Elastigirl's awesome feminist declaration right here.
10. "You are a scholar, are you not? Judging from your diminished physique and large forehead you are suited for nothing else." - Kida, Atlantis: The Lost Empire (2001)
Kida tells it like it is. You'd think after living for nearly 9,000 years she'd learn a little respect and not be so blunt about it. Or maybe all the Atlanteans are so athletic, she's never seen an actual scholar before.
Written by Bridget Serdock
