Ruth: You find that sort of rootless existence appealing, do you?
Jack: Oh yes, ma’am, I do. I’ve got everything I need right here with me. I have air in my lungs and a few blank sheets of paper. I love waking up, not knowing what’s gonna happen or who I’m gonna meet. Where I’m gonna wind up. Just the other night I was sleeping under a bridge and now here I am on the grandest ship in the world having champagne with you fine people. I figure… Life’s a gift. I don’t intend on wasting it. You never know what hand you’ll get dealt next. You learn to take life as it comes at you. To make each day count.
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote comes from the movie ‘Titanic’. The movie came out in 1997 and has since been re-released a few times when new technology would come out (3D, 4K). Titanic (1997) was produced by Paramount Pictures & 20th Century Fox.
- Movie: Titanic (1997)
- Production: Paramount Pictures (& 20th Century Fox)
Why we collected this quote
We chose this iconic quote about enjoying life! It’s Jack’s core philosophy and a huge inspiration for Rose.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
During dinner in first class, Ruth tries to look down on Jack’s “rootless” life. Jack gives this beautiful speech about how he loves not knowing where he’ll end up or who he’ll meet. He views every day as a gift and wants to “make each day count,” which is a lifestyle Rose deeply envies.
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