I knew Maxwell Frere by reputation as an artiste of the highest standing in his and my profession.
5 seconds sound clip from the Dead of Night (1945) movie soundboard.
You can hear this line at 01:13:56.765 in the Blu-ray version of the movie.
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- Very well, then. Get Hugo back!
- Now you see what I'm up against.
- I'd like to have a talk with that other fellow, Kee.
- I'm afraid that's out of the question. He's a witness for the prosecution.
- Have a look at his statement. I'd like to know what you think. Seems more like your job than mine.
- I knew Maxwell Frere by reputation as an artiste of the highest standing in his and my profession.
- Boy, I haven't seen you for years. Where've you been?
- Oh, back in the States. I just hit town.
- Mighty fine, honey child, mighty fine.
- Hey, you old war horse. You look terrific. Just like the lights of Broadway on a dark night.
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