“Vadim was both my teacher and my husband. I placed myself entirely in his hands.”

“Only idiots refuse to change their minds.”

“Men are beasts and even beasts don't behave as they do.”

“Death was like love, a romantic escape.”

“They may call me a sinner, but I am at peace with myself.”

“I am no mother, and I won't be one.”

“Have you ever heard of a good marriage growing in front of the cameras?”

“I am against marriage, and I don't give a fig for society.”

“The woman who made those movies, that's not me. She's someone else.”

“I have the courage of my convictions.”

“I gave my beauty and my youth to men. I am going to give my wisdom and experience to animals.”