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Dollars Quote by Rodney Dangerfield

“We want five thousand dollars or you'll see your kid again.” quote by Rodney Dangerfield
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“We want five thousand dollars or you'll see your kid again.”

Rodney Dangerfield

About This Quote

Source Film: Caddyshack, 1980 (character line)

A comedic threat demanding ransom for a child's safety.

In simple terms: Kidnap threat for money.

Key Takeaway

Avoid using threats.

Themes

humor extortion ransom

Mood

humorous satirical

Type

comedy dialogue

When to use this quote

  • film script
  • stand-up
  • prank
  • fictional scenario

Key Concepts

comedy crime dialogue

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes this line funny?
  • How does humor soften serious topics?
A Different Perspective

Violent threats are illegal and unethical.

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