sad professional

Jovani 2022-04-20 09:01:51

A British World War 2 film about an old housekeeper who always sticks to his post, shows his professionalism as always, and is respected by many people. But in fact, his major also has a lot of dehumanizing points emotionally. When his father passed away, he still handled his work calmly, and he didn't even have time to say goodbye to his father. minutes and in the same building. I never dare to show my love to my lover. In fact, I don't know how many people with a strong heart can do this. Admire his professionalism, but disdain his lack of affection, or have to lose affection because of his professionalism. sad, pitiful

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The Remains of the Day quotes

  • Miss Kenton: [about a new housemaid] You don't like having pretty girls on the staff, I've noticed.

    [teasing]

    Miss Kenton: Might it be that our Mr Stevens fears distraction? Can it be that our Mr Stevens is flesh and blood after all and doesn't trust himself?

    Stevens: [with the faintest trace of a smile] You know what I'm doing, Miss Kenton? I'm placing my thoughts elsewhere as you chatter away.

    Miss Kenton: ...then why is that guilty smile still on your face?

    Stevens: Oh it's not a guilty smile. I'm simply amused by the sheer nonsense you sometimes talk.

    Miss Kenton: It *is* a guilty smile. You can hardly bear to look at her. That's why you didn't want to take her on, she's too pretty.

    Stevens: Well, you must be right Miss Kenton, you always are.

  • Miss Kenton: I don't know what my future is. Ever since Katherine, my daughter, got married last year, my life has been empty. The years stretch before me and if only I knew how to fill them. But, I would like to be useful again.