The contradiction in him is his most beautiful weapon.
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Due to preconceived notions, I still felt that the king was full of barbarians, angry and rude. Can't compare to Brother Fa's dashing, suave, and resourceful. But at the end of the film, I realized the extraordinary charm of this Oscar winner. His contradictions are his most beautiful weapon. It was his charisma that made Anna a supporting role. This is the biggest difference between the two versions. They interpret the same story, but achieve different classics.
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The King and I quotes
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Lady Thiang:
They think you dress like that because you shaped like that!
Anna Leonowens:
Well I most certainly am not!
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Lady Thiang:
[meeting Anna for the first time, singing]
There is a happy land, far far away, where saints in glory stand bright, bright as day!
[Anna looks confused]
Lady Thiang:
Mis-on-ary!
Anna Leonowens:
Oh, a missionary taught you English!
