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Blade Runner's Best Sci-Fi Quote of the 1980s
Ridley Scott's Blade Runner delivers the 1980s' greatest sci-fi quote: 'It's too bad she won't live! But then again, who does?'
In brief
Ridley Scott's Blade Runner delivers the 1980s' greatest sci-fi quote: 'It's too bad she won't live! But then again, who does?' Blade Runner's final line to Deckard, 'It's too bad she won't live! But then again, who does?', remains the best sci-fi quote of the 1980s. Originally reported by CBR.
Blade Runner's Legacy

Ridley Scott's 1982 film Blade Runner changed cinematic science fiction forever with its themes of existence and artificial life.
Deckard's Final Choice

Harrison Ford's Rick Deckard, a Blade Runner hunting replicants, gives up his role after falling for Rachael.
Gaff's Wisdom
Gaff says to Deckard: 'It's too bad she won't live! But then again, who does?' after Deckard abandons his mission.
“It's too bad she won't live! But then again, who does?”
The Quote's Meaning
The line emphasizes that all living beings, whether human or replicant, share the same fleeting existence.
Why It Stands Out

Blade Runner's philosophical depth on life and existence remains unmatched in sci-fi history.
The 1980s Context
The 1980s produced many sci-fi quotes, but none match Blade Runner's emotional impact.
The Quote's Timelessness
The line's message about life's brevity resonates across decades, making it a timeless sci-fi moment.
Why It Matters

The quote highlights that all living things, human or artificial, share the same fundamental experience of mortality.
At a glance
Blade Runner's final line to Deckard, 'It's too bad she won't live! But then again, who does?', remains the best sci-fi quote of the 1980s.





