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“How much are you worth? I have no idea. How much do you want? Naw.I just want to know what you're worth. Over ten million? Oh, my, yes. Why are you doing it? How much better can you eat? What can you buy that you can't already afford? The future, Mr. Gittes! The future!” quote by Robert Towne
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“How much are you worth? I have no idea. How much do you want? Naw.I just want to know what you're worth. Over ten million? Oh, my, yes. Why are you doing it? How much better can you eat? What can you buy that you can't already afford? The future, Mr. Gittes! The future!”

Robert Towne

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker questions the value of money versus intangible worth, highlighting greed and the elusive nature of future promises.

In simple terms: Money vs worth, greed, future promises

Key Takeaway

Consider what truly matters beyond price.

Themes

value greed future materialism

Mood

cynical reflective

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • business negotiations
  • personal finance
  • investment decisions
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

economics philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you truly value?
  • How does chasing wealth affect relationships?
A Different Perspective

Wealth alone cannot guarantee happiness or fulfillment.

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