- Al: You are a human being and there are limitations. You can't run away from it. You can't hide from it and you can't change it. It simply is.
- Doctor Carver: [Sonora has fallen off of Lightning during training, leaving a bloody nose] Gonna cry?
- Sonora: [after a moment, turns to face Carver] I never cry.
- Marie: I am an actress! Not a circus performer! I am going to New York City. Next time you see me I am going to be a big star! And you will still be shoveling manure!