Malcolm: A karate master does not kill people with his bare hands. He does not lose his temper and kill his wife. The person who kills is the person who has no discipline, no restraint, and who has purchased his power in the form of a Saturday night special. And that is why you think that to build a place like this is simple.Hammond: It was simple.Malcolm: Then why did it go wrong?
In this exchange from "Jurassic Park," Malcolm underscores the importance of discipline and restraint in wielding power. He argues that a true karate master exercises control and does not resort to violence or lose their temper. In contrast, those who commit acts of violence lack self-discipline and often rely on easy means, such as firearms, to assert their power, which ultimately leads to tragic outcomes.
Hammond, who dismisses the complexities of creating a theme park, is confronted by Malcolm's perspective. He highlights that the simplicity of a project does not guarantee its success, pointing out that just because something seems easy does not mean it will turn out well. This exchange illustrates the stark contrast between reckless ambition and the need for responsibility in the use of power and creation.
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