Ryan Reynolds has always been associated with comedic projects at one point or another (especially in terms of his career). And even if the premise isn’t that funny, the Canadian seems to add a touch of his charm resulting in some hilarious dialogue delivery.
With his career resurging after Deadpool, his fast-talking humor has become a staple in his action comedies, like 6 Underground and Red Notice, as well as his family-friendly titles, such as Detective Pikachu, The Adam Project, and Free Guy. At the same time, these movies can also boast his dramatic prowess too, especially with heartwarming dialogues from these movies.
A Meta-Introduction In Deadpool
“Ladies And Gentlemen, I Give You… Me! Deadpool.”
Right from the opening monologue, Deadpool wastes no time in establishing its meta-satirical tone as Reynolds’ Wade Wilson starts taking shots at the usual superhero movie tropes, particularly X-Men Origins: Wolverine.
In the latter, the decision to feature a Merc-with-a-mouth who cannot speak was heavily criticized among fans. Reynolds takes a jab while introducing the movie as being “from the studio that inexplicably sewed his f****** mouth shut the first time.” He then breaks the fourth wall to introduce the actor as a five-time Academy Award “viewer” followed by a dramatic “I give you…me!” In terms of writing, the quote is the perfect “superhero landing.”
The Happy Ending In Definitely, Maybe
“You’re Welcome. I Didn’t Tell You The Happy Ending…You.”
In one of Ryan Reynolds’ best serious roles, he plays a man on the brink of divorce in Definitely, Maybe. Most of the movie is narrated in flashbacks as he tells his daughter (played by Abigail Breslin) about the start of his romantic endeavors all the way building up to the inevitable end of his relationship with her mother.
Towards the end, he goes on to address the silver lining that came out of all this turbulence. When Breslin’s character asks him what the happy ending of the story was, he simply replies “you.” Followed by a warm embrace between the father and daughter, the scene makes for a bittersweet moment allowing Reynolds to show his true acting range.
Guy’s Catchphrase In Free Guy
“Don’t Have A Good Day. Have A Great Day.”
Guy, the ever-smiling NPC lead of Free Guy, often starts his day with this catchphrase. Not only is it a feel-good quote but it also sums up his entire character.
The line is also strangely reminiscent of Jim Carrey’s famous quote from Truman Show, “Good morning. And in case, I don’t see ya, good afternoon, good evening, and goodnight.” Both characters are unaware of their true existence and end up discovering some massive truths as their stories unravel. But Guy’s good nature and motivation to have a great day never wavers.
Dictatorial Politics In Six Underground
“Three Words Have Helped Dictators Rule: State-Run Television.”
One of Michael Bay’s over-the-top action movies, 6 Underground also finds Ryan Reynolds indulging in fine moments of satire and self-aware humor. As the central plot involves the titular team of vigilantes staging a coup against a ruthless dictator, Reynolds one-takes a quick moment to note how dictators have used state-sponsored propaganda to their use.
It’s a surprisingly realistic dialogue for an action movie that otherwise deals with big-budget car explosions and unrealistically high amounts of violence.
The Best Part In The Adam Project
“I Hate To Say It But You Were The Best Part All Along.”
In the Netflix sci-fi actioner, The Adam Project, both young and adult Adam cross paths. While the former is a muscled Ryan Reynolds who’s adept at fighting and surviving, the latter is his 12-year-old nerdy self.
As the movie progresses, the adult Adam does admit that he has been trying to run away from his past for three decades but he does miss his authentic self. Summing up the moral of the movie, it’s one of the best Adam Project quotes as it urges audiences to stay true to themselves.
A DC Name Drop In Deadpool 2
“You’re So Dark. Are You Sure You’re Not From The DC Universe?”
When it comes to pop culture references, Deadpool never holds back. In his sophomore adventure, he goes on to extent of referencing the DC Universe – something that probably no other Marvel character will be able to do in their own movie.
He says this dialogue during his first encounter with Cable. As the time-traveling mutant displays his tough persona and even calls dubstep music for weaklings, Deadpool wonders if he’s from DC. Be it in the comics or movies, it’s a general stereotype to associate DC Comics to be having darker tones than Marvel and even Deadpool certainly seems to agree.
The Oath In Green Lantern
“In Brightest Day, In Blackest Night / No Evil Shall Escape My Sight / Let Those Who Worship Evil’s Might / Beware Of My Power, Green Lantern’s Light.”
Green Lantern is considered among the worst superhero films of all time along with being a critical and commercial dud for Ryan Reynolds’ career. However, the movie does have its fair share of decent scenes and Reynolds still tries his best to pull off a relatable and convincing Hal Jordan.
Initially, he fools around with his newly-acquired lantern and ring. But when the ring powers get activated, he starts reciting the classic oath from the Green Lantern comics in a hypnotic manner. True to its source material, the oath is a poetic affirmation of the hero’s powers and responsibilities.
Detective Pikachu
“There’s Magic, It Brought Us Together. And That Magic Is Called Hope.”
For a movie that is about Ryan Reynolds voicing Pikachu, Detective Pikachu has surprisingly profound quotes. One of them includes this optimistic dialogue that sums up Pikachu and Tim’s unexpected friendship. Fate brought them under unfortunate and mysterious circumstances but hope kept them surviving, despite all challenges.
The world of Pokémon has a lot of science to it but sometimes, abstract notions such as hope also end up playing a pivotal role as Pikachu accepts.
Pointless Conversation In Hobbs And Shaw
“The Point Is There’s No Sharp Edge. How Did She Get An Entire Brick In Another Person’s Chest? “
Reynolds steals the scene even if it’s a brief cameo as can be seen in the Fast & Furious spin-off movie Hobbs & Shaw. The actor appears as CIA Agent Victor Locke who briefs Luke Hobbs about his latest mission. As he describes a rogue MI6 operative, he goes into great detail to explain how she killed a person with a mere brick.
When Hobbs asks him to get to the point, Locke ends up saying in all seriousness, “The point is there’s no sharp edge.” The dialogue perfectly evokes the sense of randomness that one can expect from a Ryan Reynolds cameo.
Hannibal King’s Advice In Blade: Trinity
“You Know, At Some Point, You, Uh, You Might Wanna Consider Sitting Down With Somebody. You Know, Have A Little Share Time? Kick Back. Get In Touch With Your Inner Child, That Sorta Thing.”
Even before Deadpool and his regular roles in action comedies, Ryan Reynolds sneaked in sarcasm even in considerably darker movies such as Blade Trinity. Playing the vampire hunter Hannibal King, his energy is a great contrast to Blade’s stonecold presence.
When Blade kills a vampire’s familiar, Hannibal realizes how easy it is for the “Daywalker” to slay his victims. In one of the movie’s lighter moments, King even tries convincing him to sit for therapy every once in a while. Blade does nothing but turn moodily towards him, following which King apologizes and blames his talking on a lot of “sugar” that he ate.
