“Paula: I need some money.
Chiron: For what?
Paula: That’s my business! Don’t you ask me no shit like that!
Chiron: [mumbling] I don’t have any money.
Paula: No, no, don’t lie to me, boy! I’m your mama! That bitch over there ain’t no kin, yeah? I’m your blood! Remember? [pause] I ain’t feeling good. I need something to help me out. [sobbing] Come on, baby. Come on, baby.”
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