The Prince of Egypt1998

[After Rameses and Moses have wrecked the temple]

Seti:
Why do the gods torment me with such reckless, destructive, blasphemous sons?

Rameses:
Father, hear what I say--

Seti:
Be still, Pharaoh speaks! I seek to build an empire, and your only goal is to amuse yourselves by tearing it down. Have I taught you nothing?

Hotep:
You mustn't be so hard on yourself, Your Majesty. You're an excellent teacher.

Huy:
It's not your fault your sons learned nothing.

Hotep:
Well, they learned blasphemy.

Huy:
True.

[They both leave]

Moses:
Father, the fault was mine: I goaded Rameses on, and so I am responsible.

Seti:
"Responsible". And do you know the meaning of that word, Rameses?

Rameses:
I understand, Father.

Seti:
And do you understand the task for which your birth has destined you? The ancient traditions: when I pass into the next world, then you will be the Morning and Evening Star.

Rameses:
One damaged temple does not destroy centuries of tradition.

Seti:
But one weak link can break the chain of a mighty dynasty! [The Queen relieves him] [sighs in disgust] You have my leave to go.

Rameses:
Father...

[The Queen stops him and he leaves, offended]

Moses:
Father, you know it was really my fault. Must you be so hard on him?

Seti:
Moses, you will never have to carry a burden like the crown I will pass to Rameses. He must not allow himself to be lead astray; even by you, my son.

Moses:
All he cares about is... is your approval. I know he will live up to your expectations. He only needs the opportunity.

Seti:
Maybe, maybe so. Go now, I shall see you both tonight.