Donnie Darko is a 2001 American science fiction psychological thriller film written and directed by Richard Kelly. It stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Jena Malone, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Drew Barrymore, Mary McDonnell, Katharine Ross, Patrick Swayze, and Noah Wyle. The film follows the character Donnie Darko, a high school student who narrowly escapes a bizarre accident and begins to have visions of a man in a large rabbit suit who instructs him to commit various crimes. The movie’s storyline boasts of numerous memorable quotes that have captivated the audience over the years.
Here are 20 of the most popular quotes from Donnie Darko:
- “Why are you wearing that stupid bunny suit?”
- “I can do anything I want. And so can you.”
- “Every living creature on earth dies alone.”
- “Why are you wearing that stupid man suit?”
- “You’re right actually. I am pretty- I’m, I’m pretty troubled and I’m, I’m pretty confused.”
- “Some people are just born with tragedy in their blood.”
- “The search for God is absurd?” “It is if everyone dies alone.”
- “Dear Roberta Sparrow, I have reached the end of your book and… there are so many things that I need to ask you.”
- “They made me do it.”
- “I hope that when the world comes to an end, I can breathe a sigh of relief, because there will be so much to look forward to.”
- “I’m not afraid anymore!”
- “We’re just gonna stop you there. That’s… that’s bush league.”
- “Do you believe in time travel?”
- “But I might be showing them fear, maybe betrayal, or worse…selfishness.”
- “When you fall asleep tonight, I’m gonna die.”
- “I’ll tell you what he said! He asked me to forcibly insert the lifeline exercise card into my anus!”
- “Sometimes I doubt your commitment to Sparkle Motion.”
- “Did you stop and think that maybe infants need darkness? That maybe darkness is part of their natural development?”
- “Only on the outside.”
- “What happened, happened because you didn’t know enough about your life.”
Donnie Darko’s quotes often delve into themes of loneliness, existentialism, and the complex intricacies of human nature. Impactful lines delivered with perfection by Jake Gyllenhaal, contributes to Donnie Darko’s cult status. These quotes serve as a testament to the film’s dark, enigmatic narrative, leaving fans contemplating their meanings long after the credits have rolled.