The Island (2005)

Djimon Hounsou: Albert Laurent

Photos 

Quotes 

• Albert Laurent : Did you know my father was part of the Burkinabé rebellion? When he was killed, my brothers and I were branded, so everyone would know we were less than human.

  [he holds up his hand to show Merrick] 

  Albert Laurent : I've seen and done things I'm not proud of, but at some point you realize, war... Is a business. So, when did killing become a business for you?

  Merrick : Oh, no. It's so much more than that. I have discovered the Holy Grail of science. I give life. The agnates, they're simply tools, instruments. They have no souls. The possibilities are endless here. In two years' time, I will be able to cure children's leukemia. How many people on Earth can say that, Mr. Laurent?

  Albert Laurent : [smiles]  I guess just you and God. That's the answer you're looking for, isn't it?

• Albert Laurent : You've been witness to certain trade secrets.

  Lincoln Six-Echo : [knowingly]  You mean that they manufacture human beings who walk, talk... and feel? That kind of secret?

  Albert Laurent : [catching on]  Have you talked with anyone else about this?

  Lincoln Six-Echo : Who would believe it?

  Albert Laurent : Can I count on that?

  Lincoln Six-Echo : The only thing you can count on is that people will do anything to survive. I just want to live. I don't care how.