The Secret of NIMH

The Secret of NIMH is an animated film directed by Don Bluth and released by United Artists in 1982.

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(At beginning of movie)
Nicodemus (after lighting a candle): Jonathan Brisby was killed today while helping with the plan. It is four years since our departure from NIMH, and our world is changing. We cannot stay here much longer. (While writing words in a book) Jonathan was a dear friend. I am lost in knowing how to help his widow. She knows nothing of us or the plan. (Reloading ink for fountain pen) Perhaps best that I do nothing at present. (As he quickly writes signature) I shall miss him.

(Holding and looking at amulet) Jonathan, wherever you are, your thoughts must comfort her tonight. She’ll be waiting, and you will not return.

(as he puts away amulet in a case, closing it) Farewell, my friend.

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(Twice during the film)
Auntie Shrew: Brisby!
Teresa: Oh, Auntie Shrew.
Cynthia: Oh, Auntie.
Martin: Oh, no!

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Auntie Shrew: Cast not pearls before swine, I always say, and that includes impudent piglets. Good day!

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Jenner (knowing of Nicodemus’ plan): I’ve learned this much—take what you can…when you can.
Justin: Then you’ve learned nothing!

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Justin: Friends, tonight we journey to Thorn Valley. We will leave no tracks…no evidence that the rats of NIMH ever existed. Come…

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Nicodemus (when he gives Mrs. Brisby the amulet, and again later when she discovers its power): Courage of the heart is very rare. The stone has a power when it’s there.

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External link

• IMDb: The Secret Of NIMH