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Corleone Quote by Mario Puzo

“No, that's not possible," Michael said. "Killed, yes; jail, no.” quote by Mario Puzo — Download Open image

“No, that's not possible," Michael said. "Killed, yes; jail, no.”

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Godfather Part II, 1974

Michael refuses the idea of imprisonment, preferring death over loss of freedom.

In simple terms: Death is acceptable, jail is not.

Key Takeaway

Consider the value of freedom versus survival.

Themes

power freedom choice

Mood

dramatic intense

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

crime
personal sacrifice
legal systems

Key Concepts

existentialism morality

Questions to Reflect On

Would you choose death over imprisonment?
What defines true freedom?

A Different Perspective

The stance may ignore practical consequences of death.

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