Zodiac (2007)
Brian Cox: Melvin Belli
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Quotes
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Melvin Belli : Inspector, he sent this letter directly to my residence, since he couldn't get through to me here or on the Dunbar show.
Dave Toschi : He tried to contact you here?
Melvin Belli : Once, I was out. He spoke with my housekeeper. He didn't leave a number.
Inspector William Armstrong : Yeah, he's kinda crafty like that.
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Melvin Belli : Inspectors, he sent this letter directly to my residence. It is a cry for help intended as a private communique.
Dave Toschi : Which is why you contacted The Chronicle.
Melvin Belli : The people have a right to know. Toddy?
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Melvin Belli : Inspector Toschi.
[holds up bloodied shirt piece]
Melvin Belli : It is my belief that this is a window into this man's soul. Killing is his compulsion. Even though he tries to ignore it, it drives him. It's in his blood.
Dave Toschi : Maybe. Or maybe he just likes the attention.
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[while waiting for Zodiac to call in the TV studio]
Jim Dunbar : I saw your "Star Trek" by the way. It was excellent.
Melvin Belli : A shame about the show. Good people. You know, I've often thought about becoming an actor full-time.
Jim Dunbar : What was your character's name?
Melvin Belli : Gorkon.