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I think Rowan Morrison was murdered under circumstances of pagan barbarity, which I can scarcely bring myself to believe as taking place in the 20th century.

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You can hear this line at 00:49:04 in the Blu-ray version of the movie.

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- Sergeant Howie, I think that... you are supposed to be the detective here.

- A child is reported missing on your island. At first, I'm told there is no such child. I then find that there is, in fact, but that she has been killed.

- I subsequently discover that there is no death certificate.

- And now I find that there is a grave. There's no body.

- Very perplexing for you. What do you think could've happened?

- I think Rowan Morrison was murdered under circumstances of pagan barbarity, which I can scarcely bring myself to believe as taking place in the 20th century.

- Now, it is my intention tomorrow to return to the mainland and report my suspicions to the Chief Constable of the West Highland constabulary.

- And I will demand a full inquiry takes place into the affairs of this heathen island.

- You must, of course, do as you see fit, Sergeant.

(Bell)

- Perhaps it's just as well that you won't be here tomorrow, to be offended by the sight of our May Day celebrations here.

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The Wicker Man (1973) Sound Clip

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Quotes with sound bites from The Wicker Man (1973 film).

Actors: Edward Woodward (Sgt. Neil Howie), Christopher Lee (Lord Summerisle), Diane Cilento (Miss Rose), Ingrid Pitt (Librarian)

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