Why Marriage is Important

In The Departed, Colin Sullivan (Matt Damon) meets his FBI superior Ellersby (Alec Baldwin) on a driving range. Colin learn he's assigned to investigate the state police officers investigating Frank Costello (Jack Nicholson), the local unindictable crime boss.

Ellersby asks how Colin's wedding preparation is going, which prompts this unbidden advice. Add the sound of Kennedy-meets-Southie accent.

Ellersby

Marriage is an important part of getting ahead. Lets people know you're not a homo. Married guy seems more stable. They see the ring, they think at least someone can stand the son of a bitch. Ladies see the ring, they immediately think you must have some cash and your cock must work.

Colin

Oh, it's workin'! Overtime.