Lady L (1965)

Philippe Noiret: Ambroise Gérôme

Quotes 

• Ambroise Gérôme : Mademoiselle, I should congratulate you on your beauty; but, I feel I must congratulate nature even more.

• Ambroise Gérôme : Mademoiselle, I fought a duel this morning.

  Louise : Indeed?

  Ambroise Gérôme : Because my wife's lover insulted my mistress, who happens to be his wife. You can see that I will stop at nothing to satisfy honor.

  Ambroise Gérôme : [sneezes]  If Lacoueur should hurt your feelings after I have gone, do not hesitate to communicate with me at -at this address. In fact, do not hesitate to communicate with me even if Lacoeur *fails* to hurt your feelings.

• Ambroise Gérôme : The best wines are those which try our patience. It is a sin to drink them too soon; but, when they are ready...