Rose: Paris? You do get around for a p… Well, a… a person of limited means.
Jack: Go on. A poor guy. You can say it.
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 picked this because it shows Jack is completely comfortable with his social status. He doesn’t care about labels like “poor.”
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
Rose is surprised that Jack has traveled to places like Paris even though he has “limited means.” She struggles to say the word “poor,” but Jack encourages her to just say it. It highlights the contrast between Rose, who is trapped by her wealth, and Jack, who has no money but total freedom.
