The Black Widow (1947)

Keith Richards: Michael Burns [Ch. 1]

Quotes 

• Sombra, The Black Widow : [looking into a crystal ball]  As I gaze into the future, I see that you will live a life of ease and affluence... if you comply with our wishes.

  Michael Burns [Ch. 1] : In other words, you want me to sell my country's military secrets to a foreign espionage ring. Like most criminals, you're clumsy and stupid.

  Sombra, The Black Widow : You use harsh terms, Mr. Burns. Nothing has been said of bribery. Your former connection with Henry Weston, the inventor, makes it possible for you to render us a slight service... for which we're willing to pay.

  Michael Burns [Ch. 1] : I have no information to sell... but I have plenty to give to the police.

  Sombra, The Black Widow : That is a fine, patriotic plan, Mr. Burns... It is unfortunate that you will not live to carry it out.

  [a black widow spider strikes the back of Burns's neck, killing him instantly]