21 Lara Croft Quotes by Angelina Jolie’s Tomb Raider

Angelina Jolie's portrayal of Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider films captured the iconic video game character's adventurous spirit and wry humor. Read the following 21 Lara Croft quotes from the "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" movie that showcase her quick wit and determined attitude.

Lara Croft, as portrayed by Angelina Jolie in the 2001 film "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" and its 2003 sequel "Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life," is a skilled, fearless adventurer who is also intelligent, cunning, and resourceful.

She is the heir to a wealthy and influential family but chose to pursue her own path, diving headfirst into dangerous expeditions and ancient mysteries in her quest for knowledge and treasure. Despite her tough exterior and impressive physical abilities, she also has a vulnerable side, haunted by the loss of her father and grappling with the emotional toll of her dangerous lifestyle.

Angelina Jolie's portrayal of Lara Croft has become iconic, representing a strong, independent female character in pop culture. Read these 21 memorable quotes from Lara Croft that showcase her personality and determination.

Lara Croft's quote: "To see your world in a grain of sand and a heaven in a wild flower. Hold infinity in the palm of your hand, an eternity in an hour. William Blake." | Source: AmoDays

Lara Croft Quotes to Better Understand Her Character

"I woke up this morning, and I just hated everything." — Lara Croft

"This is where I start to have fun." — Lara Croft

"Well, we can do it my way, or we can all come back in time for the next alignment and you're welcome to try and kill me then, in oh, say, another 5,000 years?" — Lara Croft

"Oh, look, I think your clients need you. Go on, you're wanted on the floor. After all, as you once said, so memorably, 'it's all just a business.' So go, go do business. Go." — Lara Croft

Lara Croft's quote: "I woke up this morning, and I just hated everything." | Source: AmoDays

Lara Croft Quotes from Dialogues with Bryce

"Bryce: Not live rounds again Lara, this is a major remodel you know? / Lara: Was it supposed to stop before I took my head off? / Bryce: Well, no. / Lara: hence the live-fire." — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

"Bryce: What's that smell? / Lara Croft: Five AM." — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

"Lara Croft: Was it programmed to stop before it took my head off? / Bryce: Ah, well… that would be a… no." — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

"Lara Croft: It's a clock... It's ticking. / Bryce: Oh... one of those ticking clocks, eh?" — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

Lara Croft's "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" quote: "Bryce: What's that smell? / Lara Croft: Five AM." | Source: AmoDays

"Bryce: My bum's gone to sleep again, all down the left cheek. / Lara Croft: Really? That's fascinating." — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

"Lara Croft: We have 83 rooms. Why can't you live in the house? / Bryce: Well, I'm a free spirit, me." — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

"Bryce: So, time to save the universe again then, is it? / Lara Croft: Absolutely." — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

"Bryce: How are you going to get to Cambodia and get the clock back in… 15 hours? / Lara Croft: I'll be calling in a favour. / Hilary: What kind of favour? / Lara Croft: Well, that is a secret. If a told you, I'd have to kill you." — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

Lara Croft's "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" quote: "Bryce: My bum's gone to sleep again, all down the left cheek. / Lara Croft: Really? That's fascinating." | Source: AmoDays

Lara Croft Quotes from Dialogues with Manfred Powell, Alex West, and Other Characters

"Lara Croft: But you might try to kill me. / Manfred Powell: I'm not going to kill you. / Lara Croft: I said you'd try." — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

"Manfred Powell: Ms. Croft, I think you're trying to cheat me out of my little ray of sunshine. / Lara Croft: Why would I try and cheat you out of anything now? I need you to get the piece so I can steal it from you later. / Manfred Powell: You're bluffing! Julius, make a mental note: kill Ms. Croft if she attempts any such thing. / Julius: Yes, sir." — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

"Alex West: Lara Croft... still pretending to be a photojournalist? Ya know, I think it's really cool that you can still keep a day job. / Lara Croft: So, Alex, still pretending to be an archaeologist?" — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

"Lara Croft: Oh… very funny. / Hilary: I'm only trying to turn you into a lady. / Lara Croft: Mm… / Hilary: And a lady should be modest. / Lara Croft: Yes, a *lady* should be modest." — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

Lara Croft's "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" quote: "Lara Croft: But you might try to kill me. / Manfred Powell: I'm not going to kill you. / Lara Croft: I said you'd try." | Source: AmoDays

"Alex West: Lara, do we always have to fight like this? Maybe we don't. / Lara Croft: Hmm, maybe we do. / Alex West: Why? / Lara Croft: You stole my prayer wheels! / Alex West: Stole? Stole? Coming from you? It's not like you ever really owned them or anything. Hey, you're the tomb raider." — "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"

Lara Croft's "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" quote: "Lara Croft: Always a pleasure. / Alex West: And now a 'cold' shower." | Source: AmoDays

"Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" is a 2001 action-adventure film based on the popular video game series. The movie follows the story of Lara Croft, a wealthy and adventurous archaeologist who discovers an ancient artifact called the Triangle of Light, which has the power to control time.

She sets out to find and destroy the artifact before it falls into the wrong hands. Her journey takes her to various exotic locations, including Cambodia, Siberia, and Venice. Several allies, including tech expert Bryce and fellow adventurer Alex West, join Lara.

The movie culminates in an epic showdown at an ancient temple in Cambodia, where Lara must use her skills and ingenuity to save the world. Just as Lara is an empowered woman, you too can become empowered by reading these women empowerment quotes.