Quote 19
Keller: Chris… Chris, I did it for you, it was a chance and I took it for you. (2.546)
Joe's rationalization of this crime eventually makes it harder for Chris to condemn him. But in this moment, all Chris feels is shocked – and tainted by his father's deed.
Quote 20
Keller: I'm askin' you. What am I, a stranger? I thought I had a family here. What happened to my family? (3.45)
When the truth finally comes to light, Kate retreats from her usual busy mastery of the situation. Joe's left feeling alone, wondering why he made the sacrifices he did.
Quote 21
Keller: Sure, he was my son. But I think to him they were all my sons. And I guess they were, I guess they were. (3.167)
We can't decide if this line is brilliant or too heavy-handed. Whichever, it's an important moment for Joe, as he understands – and finally owns – the larger repercussions of his actions.