10 Memorable Quotes from Lee Daniels' The Butler

These quotes show the trajectories of the characters' stories throughout the film, explore the emotional landscape of their respective journeys and articulate the historical context of the film.

Compiled by Prasanna Ranganathan for OWNers

“I never thought I would see a black man as a real contender for President of the United States.” – Cecil Gaines

Illustration by Amelia Kieras

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