- James Miller: It seems to me that the human race is the only species who have forgotten the whole purpose of life, the whole meaning of existence is to have fun, to have pleasure. And here is someone who's found their own way to do it. We shouldn't judge them for it. If they're happy and enjoying life, we should congratulate them, not criticize them.
- Elle: If we were a bit more tolerant of each other's weaknesses, we'd be less alone. I know one can live alone but... Did you see that couple next door? I envied them. Stay with me. Stay. Give us that chance.
- James Miller: I didn't mean to sound so cynical, but when I saw all their hopes and dreams in their eyes, I just couldn't support their illusion.
- Elle: After we've seen so many copies of something over so many years, we're not all experts who can stand before an original and understand it. It takes our breath away. Therefore, without the existence of copies, we wouldn't understand originals.
- L'homme de la place: All she wants from you is that you walk beside her and lay your hand on her shoulder. That's all she's longing for. But for her, it's vital. But all your problems can be solved by a simple gesture. Do it and set yourself free.
- Elle: I know you hate me. There's nothing I can do about that. But at least try to be a little consistent.
- Elle: Look at you wife, who has made herself pretty for you. Look. Open your eyes.
- James Miller: This is just not the moment. It's 5 o'clock, I'm hungry, I need a drink.
- James Miller: My family lives their lives and I live my life. They speak their language and I speak mine. That makes sense doesn't it?
- Elle: It makes a lot of sense.
- Elle: I didn't get married to live alone. I'd like to live my life with my husband. Mmm... Is a good husband too much to ask for?
- La patronne du café: Our lives can't be all that bad if all we can complain about is our husbands working too hard. You see, when there's not another woman, we see their job as our rival.