I The Marvel Cinematic Universe it has incredibly touching lines of dialogue, which tug at the heartstrings even on repeat viewings. It's true that the MCU films aren't exactly known for being high-quality cinema, with a low-profile name like popcorn popping to enjoy as fun blockbusters. But the series has managed to create some incredibly influential lines over the years, often sad enough to inspire a real emotional response.
In context, many of the iconic movie lines are sad, as various screenwriters who have contributed to the MCU over the years put some of their best work into the series. It helps that Marvel Studios' star-studded cast always delivers these lines with the requisite gravitas and acting ability to be expected in their celebrity status. Thought-provoking in its empty and devastating setting, the MCU's sad lines can rival those of any drama film.
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“I love you 3,000.”
Tony's hologram will say, Avengers: Endgame
“I love you 3,000” is quote beloved was first mentioned by Tony Stark and Pepper's daughter, Morgan, at the beginning of Avengers: Endgame. The expression of childhood love is used as a gesture of restraint throughout the film, but it is most notable when the holoform Tony recites his will and testament to before his passing in the Battle for Earth. Considering that he had the sense to record the message before going into battle, it shows that Tony knew there was a very real possibility that he would die trying to save the world.
After examining the aftermath of Thanos' attack and his shock at playing such a large part in it, Tony assures viewers that he was ready and willing to make such a sacrifice from the start. He ends the message with “I love you 3,000”, returning his daughter's words to him one last time. The impact this simple quote can leave makes it even more clear that Robert Downey Jr. improve the line from the beginning.
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“I had a date…”
Captain America Rises, Captain America: The First Avenger
Although sadly it often overshadows us The Man of Steel again The Avengers in the first list of the First Phase, Captain America: The First Avenger he had a really good time. None perhaps shines as brightly as its finale, which sees Captain America wake up from his slumber to quickly discover that he is actually probably 70 years in the future. Running out of his warehouse at SHIELD headquarters, Steve Rogers comes in full view of the bustling modern city.
To his credit, the now-centenarian veteran takes on this new world in a remarkable way, distraught but well-informed after a surprising culture shock. In the end, there is only one thing on his mind, as he realizes that he had a date with Peggy Carter that will never come true now. The simple gentleness with which Steve speaks is absolutely heartbreaking, even though he finally gets the chance to fulfill his promise Avengers: Endgame.
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“He killed my mother.”
Tony learns the truth about Bucky, Captain America: Civil War
It is hard to say that one side was better than the other Captain America: Civil War. While both Tony and Steve make valid points about the Sokovia accords, the final nail in the coffin of the breakup in their relationship comes down to an emotionally devastating realization. It turns out that the accident that killed Tony's parents was actually the murder of the Winter Soldier, aka Bucky Barnes.
As if reading this wasn't brutal enough, the realization that Steve knew and didn't tell Tony is salt in the wound. Try as Steve might bring up the fact that Bucky had no control over his actions, in Tony's mind, the simple truth remains — “He killed my mother.” There is much sadness in this line, from the importance it places on Tony's relationship with his mother directly (Although Howard Stark was a complex character) to the simplicity of the statement of the true story.
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“I bet we had fun.”
Guardians of the Galaxy 3
One of the most interesting things of Guardians of the Galaxy 3 is Peter Quill's efforts to win over Gamora from the past brought into the present day timeline by the events of Avengers: Endgame. Even if she doesn't share her father's violent beliefs, this version of Gamora is far from the love interest Star-Lord knew, as she has no memories of the events that brought the two of them together. Try as Star-Lord might, he can't seem to reconcile his memory of the original Gamora with the new version.
He expresses regret at the situation, only speculating “I bet it was fun.“
Somewhere deep down, it seems that the new Gamora almost wants to believe that she can fall in love with Peter. At the end of the film, he expresses regret at the situation, indirectly speculating “I bet it was fun.As much as a part of him would love to have that kind of relationship with Star-Lord, the simple sad truth is that their relationship will never be the same again. This painful admission makes Gamora's rejection of Peter all the more tragic.
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“I don't want to go…”
Spider-Man is dusted off, Avengers: Infinity War
Avengers: Infinity War has the worst ending of any superhero movie ever, with the heroes inevitably losing as Thanos wipes out half of them instantly. It's fun to watch each of the beloved characters turn to literal dust in the air, but Peter Parker's extended death scene is especially sad. Somehow holding on to life longer than some of Thanos' victims, Spider-Man's fear of death comes flooding back in his final moments.
Granted, the preceding line, “Mr. Stark…I don't feel well“, he was recalled past the point of any subsequent emotional impact Avengers: Infinity Warrelease. But Spider-Man falling into Tony's arms while crying that he doesn't want a repeat is still hard to watch, even on repeat viewing. The great darkness of this period was a great highlight in the name of the development of Tom Holland, who produced the line from the beginning.
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“If You Needed To Kill Me, But You Couldn't! I Know! I Tried!”
Bruce Banner explains his suicide attempt, The Avengers
Mark Ruffalo's Bruce Banner is one of the most underrated characters in the MCU. Today, his character has sadly been made into a friendly, free-spirited Hulk without the darkness or trauma that Bruce Banner is usually associated with. But there was a time early in the MCU when it seemed like The Hulk could be one of the most serious and emotionally charged characters. This is best shown in the avengers, when Bruce Banner describes his suicide attempt.
Banner points out that any attempt to kill him to avoid the dangers of The Hulk will not go well, as he had already tried on his life. Banner describes how he put a bullet in his mouth, only for “the other guy” to spit it out.a terrifying testament to the power of the Hulk. His acceptance of this wavering among young people is one of the most vulnerable moments of any character in the entire MCU.
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“It hurts.”
Rocket says his first name, Guardians of the Galaxy 3
While the soap opera-style melodrama between Star-Lord and Gamora was certainly engaging, at its core, Guardians of the Galaxy 3 was the origin story of Rocket Raccoon. In retrospect, the film told the tragic story of Rocket's upbringing, beginning life as a terrifying and confused High Evolutionary experiment. However, Rocket began to read at high speed, saying his first word not long after getting the feeling – “It hurts.”
For this simple but persuasive line to be Rocket's first name is so painful, it gives an insight into how life hurts as an unimaginable experiment. The cybernetic tumors piercing through Rocket's back certainly look painful, and his first line confirms that. Sadly, in the early stages of his life, Rocket would know a lot of pain, as his cruel creator killed his friends in cold blood. Still, there's something about the innocent simplicity with which baby Rocket purrs”It hurts“That just tugs at the heartstrings every time.
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“He's too big.”
Ant-Man sees Cassie, Avengers: Endgame
Unlike Hulk and Thor, who started their journey in the MCU seriously only to end up as comic characters, Ant-Man was a comic character by nature from the beginning. From his comedic power set to the comedic talent of actor Paul Rudd, Scott Lang has been a source of punchlines on the series. That being said, Avengers: Endgame he knew when to let a character have a deep emotional reaction to somethingespecially when it comes to his daughter, Cassie.
All she could do between tears was “He is very big“, noting that his little girl was a teenager
Between the movies, Ant-Man managed to skip Snap's five years for a short time due to being hidden inside the Quantum Realm, only to escape Avengers: Endgamehall of fame rat. Because of this, he misses his daughter, Cassie, who is five years old, which causes him to shed tears when he sees her for the first time. All she could do between tears was “He is very big“, noting that his little girl was a teenager.
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“I'm sorry I didn't do it right. But I'm proud that you're my boy.”
Yondu saves Star-Lord, Guardians of the Galaxy 2
Guardians of the Galaxy 2 a film about fatherhood. When Quill finally meets his long-lost father for the first time, he soon learns that his real father was Yondu all along. Even though the green-skinned alien Ravager may be rough around the edges, he truly raised Peter Quill as his own son, and finally accepted their relationship when he sacrificed himself to save Star-Lord towards the climax of Star-Lord. Guardians of the Galaxy 2.
After years of denial, Yondu admits to Peter that Ego may have been his father,”But boy, he wasn't your Dad“, taking responsibility as Star-Lord's only parental influence. This becomes even more obvious when it is realized that Yondu was supposed to give Peter to Ego, but he couldn't bear it knowing his plans for this boy. Few things in the MCU are as sad as seeing Yondu keep Peter around for more reasons than his skills as a thief only to die a short time later.
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“But Look at Me. I Stretched for a Thousand Moments… Just to Look at the Snow.”
The old man is dying, Doctor Strange
The Ancient One may not be Tilda Swinton's most acclaimed film role, but the legendary actress brings a surprising amount of grace and class to the busy superhero film. After living for a thousand years, the Elder finally begins to die from the wounds he received at the hands of Kaecilius and his followers. Before he can do so, he slows down time and releases Doctor Strange's astral air so that he is out of body to the side.
Here, the Ancient One gives Stephen Strange a pep talk about his failures and his future, not to mention the need for him to stop Dormammu. In the end, he passes away after admitting that he was preventing his own death, which he had seen many times. This thoughtful discussion emphasizes that no matter how ready a person may seem to die, when the time finally comes, it is a different matter, even for a person. The MCU a character with a long life as of old.