10 Amazingly Profound Quotes About Life From Richard Linklater Films
9. Townsperson - Bernie
"In a small town, people will always suspect the worst of someone. But they'll also suspect the best."
Bernie is a black comedy based on the true story of a well-loved man in a small Texas town who kills an 81 year old millionaire and the subsequent trial that results.
The film is fascinating in that it splices together fake mockumentary-style interview footage with actual real-life footage of the Texas locals.
One of the greatest lines is this simple one from a townsperson who accurately represents what small-town communities are really like. Everybody knows everybody and although they might suspect you when things go bad, they'll usually want to give you benefit of the doubt. The world could benefit from these small community values.