The top eleven film quotes of Patrick Swayze

September 15, 10:03 PMSF TV & Movie ExaminerGreg Archer

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Patrick Swayze, one of filmdom's more compassionate "Marlboro" men, died this week after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer but, like most iconic stars, his spirit lives on. Actually, the well-loved actor whose passion for dance and courage to take on acting roles most would scoff at--Road House, To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything Julie Newmar--leaves behind an interesting film legacy that has sprinkled many areas of the pop culture landscape.

Here are 11 film quotes that stand out:

11. "Hey, go hump your Saint Bernard, scum-nuts." Youngblood

10.  "Well pumpkins, it comes down to that age-old decision: style or substance?" To Wong Foo Thanks For Everything, Julie Newmar

9. "You smoke more than a pack today and I'll skin you. Understood?" The Outsiders

8. "All you have to do is follow three simple rules. One, never underestimate your opponent. Expect the unexpected. Two, take it outside. Never start anything inside the bar unless it's absolutely necessary. And three, be nice." Roadhouse

7. "I guess he was sleep golfing?" Donnie Darko

6. "Look, spaghetti arms. This is my dance space." Dirty Dancing

5. "Little hand says it's time to rock and roll." Point Break

4. "I feel like Miss Jayne Mansfield in this car!" To Wong Foo Thanks For Everything, Julie Newmar

3. "Ditto." Ghost

2. "Nobody puts Baby in a corner." Dirty Dancing

1. "It's amazing, Molly. The love inside, you take it with you." Ghost