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True West

Sam Shepard

Important Quotations Explained

Hey, ya' know, if that uh' story of yours doesn't go over with the guy, tell him I got a couple a' projects he might be interested in. Real commercial. Full a suspense. True-to-life stuff.

Explanation for Quotation #1

What kinda people kill each other most Family people. Brothers.

Explanation for Quotation #2

He thinks we're the same person.

Explanation for Quotation #3

Well, you'll probably wind up on the same desert sooner or later.

Explanation for Quotation #4

I can't stay here. This is worse than being homeless.

Explanation for Quotation #5

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"You look tired"
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