27 Inspiring Quotes From Our Favorite Movie Heroes
Our favorite movies hold a special place in our heart.
Often, we can trace back specific periods in our life based on the movies we’ve watched and loved, especially growing up. But it’s the characters we really remember. The heroes who, whether superheroes or just regular people, stood up for something that mattered, and left an impression on us that we won’t soon forget.
These heroes taught us important lessons about what it means to be courageous and live our life by our terms. Here are 27 inspirational quotes to help you live your own life courageously from some of those iconic cinematic heroes.
27 Inspiring Quotes From Our Favorite Movie Heroes
It’s not who I am underneath, but what I do that defines me.– Bruce Wayne, Batman Begins
Just because someone stumbles and loses their path, doesn’t mean they’re lost forever.– Professor Charles Xavier, X-Men: First Class
Men don't follow titles, they follow courage.– William Wallace, Braveheart
Just treat me the same. No better, no worse.– Jordan O'Neill, G.I. Jane
Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.– Dumbledore, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Oh yes, the past can hurt. But you can either run from it, or learn from it.– Rafiki, The Lion King
I shouldn't be alive... unless it was for a reason. I'm not crazy, Pepper. I just finally know what I have to do. And I know in my heart that it's right.– Tony Stark, Iron Man
But if you make yourself more than just a man, if you devote yourself to an ideal, and if they can’t stop you, then you become something else entirely….A legend, Mr. Wayne.– Ra’s Al Ghul, Batman Begins
I don’t like bullies, I don’t care where they’re from.– Captain America, Captain America: The First Avenger
As long as we live, we must remain true to ourselves.– Spartacus, Spartacus
Until you start believing in yourself, you ain't gonna have a life!– Rocky Balboa, Rocky Balboa
Power is when we have every justification to kill, and we don't.– Oskar Schindler, Schindler's List
Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in awhile, you could miss it.– Ferris, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
Don’t let anyone ever make you feel like you don’t deserve what you want.– Patrick Verona (Heath Ledger), 10 Things I Hate About You
It is not our abilities that show what we truly are… it is our choices.– Dumbledore, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Don’t ever let somebody tell you you can’t do something, not even me. Alright? You dream, you gotta protect it. People can’t do something themselves, they wanna tell you you can’t do it. If you want something, go get it. Period.– Chris Gardner, The Pursuit of Happyness
Nobody is gonna hit as hard as life, but it ain’t how hard you can hit. It’s how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. It’s how much you can take, and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done.– Rocky, Rocky Balboa
To see the world, things dangerous to come to, to see behind walls, to draw closer, to find each other and to feel. That is the purpose of life.– Walter Mitty, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
I know what I have to do now, I’ve got to keep breathing because tomorrow the sun will rise. Who knows what the tide could bring?– Chuck Noland, Cast Away
Being perfect is not about that scoreboard out there. It’s not about winning. It’s about you and your relationship with yourself, your family and your friends. Being perfect is about being able to look your friends in the eye and know that you didn't let them down because you told them the truth. And that truth is you did everything you could. There wasn't one more thing you could’ve done. Can you live in that moment as best you can, with clear eyes, and love in your heart, with joy in your heart? If you can do that gentleman– you’re perfect!– Coach Gary Gaines, Friday Night Lights
If you lose your head and you give up, then you neither live nor win. That's just the way it is.– Josey Wales, The Outlaw Josey Wales
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view. Until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it.– Atticus Finch, To Kill a Mockingbird
What we do in life echoes in eternity.– General Maximus Decimus Meridius, Gladiator
Don't give in to hate. That leads to the dark side.– Obi-Wan Kenobi, Star Wars V: The Empire Strikes Back
Every man dies, but not every man really lives.– William Wallace, Braveheart
Kid, there are heroes and there are legends. Heroes get remembered, but legends never die. Follow your heart, kid, and you’ll never go wrong.– Babe Ruth, The Sandlot
Frodo: What are we holding onto, Sam?Sam: That there’s some good in this world, Mr. Frodo, and it’s worth fighting for.
– Frodo and Sam, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
Military Dad Defends His 4 Little Daughters When Strangers Make This Rude Remark
Military Dad of 4 Daughters Defends His Girls When Strangers Make This Rude Remark
Austin von Letkemann is the military officer strangers feel "sorry" for — and the reason is infuriating.
Whenever the devoted father leaves the house with his four children, strangers can't help but notice the officer in uniform is holding hands with 4 adorable little girls. They will tell the traditionally "masculine" and "all American" dad they feel sorry for him, because he has no sons. This dad makes one thing very clear: They are his daughters, they aren't a burden.
In a passionate video, von Letkemann took to Instagram to share with his followers that the only thing that's "difficult" about being a girl dad — is clapping back to these sexist remarks over and over again.
They Mock His Daughters To Their Face
When strangers approach Austin von Letkemann and his four daughters, they don't always realize that their comments are being overheard. They seem oblivious to the fact that his girls understand every word. Von Letkemann describes how people will approach him and, without thinking, make remarks like "I'm sorry" or even joke about his lack of sons. What they don't realize is that these comments, intended to be light-hearted or humorous, can be deeply hurtful to his daughters. These strangers are not just disrespecting von Letkemann's choices as a father; they're also sending a message to his daughters that their presence is something to be pitied. It’s a message that von Letkemann won't stand for, and he's speaking out to defend his girls from these insensitive remarksSaying "Get Your Shotgun" Isn't Funny — It's Sexist
Another common comment that Austin von Letkemann encounters is the old "better get your shotgun ready" trope, often delivered with a smirk or a wink. This line is typically intended to suggest that a father with daughters should be on high alert to protect them from potential "suitors," implying that they are objects to be guarded rather than individuals with agency.
Von Letkemann finds this line of thinking outdated and sexist. In his viral Instagram video, he points out that these jokes are not just stale — they're damaging.
By suggesting that his daughters require armed protection, the joke reinforces the idea that women are inherently vulnerable and need to be shielded from men. Von Letkemann argues that instead of promoting this narrative, society should focus on teaching respect and consent, challenging these sexist tropes at their source.
Watch Austin von Letkemann's Video:
"If I Had A Fifth Child, I'd HOPE It Was A Girl" — One Dad's Message For Other Parents
Despite the constant remarks about his lack of sons, Austin von Letkemann is clear: He wouldn't trade his daughters for anything.
In fact, he told his Instagram followers that if he were to have a fifth child, he would hope for another girl. This declaration isn't just about doubling down on his pride in his family — it's a pointed response to those who see fathering daughters as a misfortune.
Von Letkemann's stance is a powerful one, rejecting the notion that a family is incomplete without sons. He encourages others to question the assumptions behind these comments and to appreciate the joy and fulfillment that his daughters bring. By sharing his story, von Letkemann hopes to create a more inclusive perspective on fatherhood, one that values daughters just as much as sons.