Indecent Proposal commentary
by Yuna: Robert Redford
The commentary argues that "Indecent Proposal" isn't actually about money, but rather how love becomes scorekeeping once cash is involved. In this view, Redford's character didn't just purchase a night, but rather the opportunity to witness the couple dismantle each other.
Transcript (en)
I thought he was the better man. And I know now he's not. He's just got more money. I think we should talk. I am very happy. Shackelford, have you ever seen me like this? You can't say that I have. Diana's the reason. Not for any man. She is the best. Absolutely. You are the best of them. The best of them? Hmm You said I the best of them You are I don understand Shackford could you explain it to her What? I could do that, sir. Somehow I feel Miss Murphy would rather hear it directly from you. Okay, all right. She's the best of the Million Dollar Club. Obviously. Million Dollar Club? Now you've got it. You told me you'd never done that before. How many members would you say there are? Members? Yeah. Worldwide? Yeah. Thank you a couple of those. Remember the one that wouldn't stop hiccup? What? The waitress from Oklahoma. Every time you came near her, she was involved in a hiccup. Yeah, I'd forgotten. Quite a night. The best thing of it is that you know if you're sexually compatible. Right from the start. Shackleford, would you stop the car? Thank you John Bye. Goodbye. No. Here. Good luck. Take care of him. Sure. Hope it's all that. I want it to end. She never would have looked at me the way she did with me. Have I ever told you I love you No. I do. Still. Always. ¶¶ you
