How we cite our quotes: All quotations are from On the Waterfront.
Quote #7
LAWYER: Would you say that Mr. Friendly made it clear to you it was absolutely necessary he murder Joey Doyle in order to maintain his control on the docks of the waterfront locals? Is that correct?
Terry answers, "Yes" to this question, even though we don't actually see the moment of truth. It's the most crucial point in the movie, when Terry gives up his old understanding of morality (e.g. being against snitching) and embraces his new understanding—bringing justice to a murderer and protecting the innocent.