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... AND GIVE MY LOVE TO THE SWALLOWS

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I should set down my impressions of the death cell.

I keep remembering...

and feel only anguish,

loneliness.

and a longing for my loved ones.

I would live no differently today,

except for the mistakes

that I have made.

Silence!

Turn!

What?

Keep the right intervals!

Cell number 62 with one prisoner.

You will continue painting eyes.

Daddy...

Maroushka!

Daddy, give me a ride...

In vain does the thunder roar

And he'll spit fire

You'll bring the house down.

They said 99.

99 days of life.

Hold out Wanda, you'll get a pardon.

I'm repelled by Wanda's humbleness.

I felt dreadful when I found

how I can barely stand her look,

and smile.

I feel ashamed.

I, too, have 99 days of life left.

which I hear they let pass from the sentence to the execution.

Ninety nine days.

I look forward to seeing my loved ones

When will they come?

I want to forget I'm waiting.

One should never quite count on anything nice.

What if it didn't happen?

Dear Mummy

I'm lucky.

My task for the German Reich

is painting eyes on tin soldiers.

That means I can write and nobody knows.

You must love me. You must do as I say.

Only me, remember!

....

Good day.

Good day to you.

How beautiful it is.

Beautiful it is, but we don't see the beauty.

Goodbye.

Goodbye.

....

Germany, Italy, France and Britain

made an agreement in Munich

on annexing Sudeten-German territory of our Republic.

the Government of the Czechoslovak Republic

has accepted the Munich decree.

....

aware that the nation must be preserved

and that there is no alternative.

Even nature feels sick from the sun,

and vomits shadows.

France, once eternal

buries all action.

But the will for liberty is here

And those are valid shackles.

And no one need think

that this proud land

will become a dog's skin

or one for the bagpipes.

... the following Presidential orders:

The German army is beginning its occupation.

of Bohemia and Moravia.

Today March 15th

all military garrisons will lay down arms.

We'll chase them out!

You want to chase them out.

- You have no scissors? - No, what for?

No sharp objects may remain in the cell overnight.

Understand?

Good night.

If you're lying you are only making things more difficult for yourself.

The Commissioner expressed his pleasure

at seeing you

on the grounds of the Law School.

Former Law School...

Come on, come on. Talk!

Speak up.

....

We know everything.

If you know, why ask?

I'm sorry.

With whom were you in contact?

Do you belong to that Bolshie scum?

....

....

So you're prepared for everything,

should you fall into their hands?

Name?

Don't pretend you don't understand!

Speak up!

Who gave you your instructions?

And it all passes away...

after December.

The war goes on and the prisons are full.

I was tried with Frieda.

Even though I was sentenced to death

and Frieda only got a few weeks.

And for nothing political I'm sure.

What are you writing all the time, girl?

- Nothing. - Nothing, nothing, nothing.

How? You're writing all the time.

Just habit.

This book awakens so many thoughts.

I have to write them down.

Really?

Dear Frieda has a nationalistic disposition.

A cucumber also turns into a gherkin when pickled.

And I'd hate to destroy my scribbles because of her.

Even though I know they aren't much good,

except maybe for those who knew me.

....

Cell number 62 with two convicts.

Come!

It's Friday today.

The day we have executions.

But only two weeks have passed since the sentence.

And I was given 99 days to live.

Poor Frieda!

She won't be able to save me a dance.

That is Vitezka.

They locked her up at 16, for treason. This is her third year.

She denied it all. Would you ever guess to look at her?

At sixteen?

Did they say you're young and inexperienced?

They told you that too?

The Gestapo's more gallant. They don't consider us inexperienced.

An unusual case from Brno.

A pig-headed liar.

These here... were pig-headed too.

But I got them to melt.

They're wiped out.

These are still waiting to be liquidated.

You're sure to have some good friends amongst them.

Do you know him?

I don't.

I'll help you remember.

What is it?

A light please.

I longed to look at him once more.

But I couldn't risk it.

I never saw him again.

Have you changed your mind?

Are you going to talk? You whore!

Get out!

Damn swine!

You stood there for three days and nights.

But it wasn't worth it, boxing Friedrich's ears.

That was our merry Christmas of '41.

Hey! Get going!

And fast!

That's all.

Finish!

What's that supposed to mean?

....

Cold fell the dew that night

....

....

....

How cold is your love, my dear

Pretty girls.

What about a bit of fun, girls.

We're on duty.

Exactly.

Girls! Girls!

Come back!

Prohibited zone!

Come here.

Teacher...

Will you do something for me? But it's dangerous.

You have a pass for Slovakia. You could take a parcel over.

But, see they don't catch you.

They won't.

Would you dare bring someone through the woods? Do you know the paths?

Yes.

This is a serious business. I wouldn't be cross if you...

But, I'm not afraid.

I knew that.

Not a word to anyone. Not a word.

Tomorrow at the station, then.

Are you looking for a room?

Yes, I'd like to spend the night.

There'll be something in the village.

It's a good thing they're here.

Where have you been?

Goodness, you frightened me.

Who was it?

You're jealous?

I can't tell you who it was...

I don't know. I've never seen him before.

You brought him over the border?

Why didn't you tell me?

Don't you trust me?

You're giving this up at once! Promise!

It's you who keep saying we have to fight.

So why hold me back?

I love you.

The time isn't right yet. They're too strong.

- And you're so little. - I'm not alone!

And your mother? Does she know?

You could at least think of her, if not yourself

and me...

What if they catch you?

Then, they'll catch me!

Don't ask me anything!

Dear God, what will become of you.

Maroushka, are you asleep?

Have you ever been in love?

Well, I'm not sorry.

That I slept with him.

....

With the Frenchman, from the camp.

Such a lover, so tender.

It's impossible to describe, dear.

Believe me.

Our soldiers are courageous.

But in bed...

they are...

Just like pigs.

Keep your courage up...

Like an illiterate, but an educated one.

Quick.

The paint!

Hurry!

Who is it?

What do you want?

Sorry, but I can't meet where we said.

The Germans are there.

Here you are.

And make sure you aren't seen here again.

Don't worry. I'll hand them out tomorrow.

Cell number 62 with two convicts.

From Berlin.

My nice doctor...

You!

Maroushka Please do as I ask.

then I can live on in the faith

that we will all meet in heaven.

Your last words must be

I place my soul

into Thy hands, Oh Lord.

Bless you, your mother.

That's prohibited.

How are you Maroushka?

They look after us very well, as you can see.

Did you get my letter?

I will die if you don't do as I ask.

You won't die, Mummy.

I can't,

I really can't.

Do understand...

Mummy.

Joseph, you plead with her.

I'm not going to church.

Plead?

For the Germans to give her the last sacrament?

- I nearly forgot, for Joey. - That's not allowed.

I have permission from the wardens.

What is it?

Funny songs...

Cell number 62 with two convicts.

You!

Take your things and come with me!

Is it Friday today?

Halt!

New orders.

Jews with Jews, Czechs with Czechs.

Where are you from?

From Straznice.

That's where I used to go to grammar school.

How hard the stone

To drift in the water

Want to come out, Maroushka?

Come on, get in. It's late, we must be getting on.

Goodness, how old were you

when they arrested you? - Sixteen.

This is my third year, here.

One year in solitary.

I was so scared.

I'm so glad you're here with me.

And I was scared...

they were taking me to...

Nothing!

Do you know this one?

Why dance so sadly

My silk embroidered boots

....

....

....

When the boy comes who loves me

I have lived through my death so many times

Suddenly anguish and death

hold me

in claws of horror.

At such moments I try not to think of my environment.

I leave for my own world.

I go...

to my loved ones.

I recognized you yesterday, and you must have too.

I asked about you. You won't denounce me.

Do you like honey?

We need your help.

A radio transmitter, and some arms...

- Our groups. - My dear young lady,

you are wrong.

I'm not part of an illegal movement.

- And I was on that hike for private reasons. - But...

And even if it were so, d'you think I'd just nod and say yes?

We'll get you a transmitter and guns,

tell you how many of us there are.

My dear, aren't you a little bit...

Naive?

I know who I'm talking to.

You'll help us won't you?

We print leaflets and need some paper.

And our groups could unite.

Alright. We'll help you.

Except for the linking up.

- You can depend on us. - I knew.

This is for you, from the bees.

And next time be more careful.

I know.

We know you were forced into it.

Who was it?

Do you hear.

Nothing will happen to you.

....

The Commissioner promised your mother.

Of course...

if you're sensible, that is.

Know him?

No.

Won't you be ashamed of me?

The Bolshie hero!

He passed his own sentence.

It's over for him. Jumped under a train, the hero.

Pushed her into this mess, and he...

You don't know this one either?

If you don't talk,. somebody else will.

....

Who gave you the texts for the leaflets?

Nobody.

You didn't make them up yourself.

I did. Do you think that's difficult?

Who gave you instructions for sabotage?

I organized everything myself.

Nonsense!

- Who was it? - Leave him alone!

- Surely you didn't all obey this slut?

- Leave him alone!

Cell number 2 with nine convicts.

Come...

Mind out, girls.

- Sit down. - No, no thanks.

What a fool I am.

Quick, a towel! Water!

Mummy...

Well now...

An educated girl like you, working in our factory?

I like it better here than in an office.

You thread the spools with the cotton.

This is the warp.

And mind. The spool can fall

between the shuttles and break the whole loom.

Then what would the German soldier use for bandages?

I'll do my best.

And should anything go wrong

Annie will help you out.

This war-time stuff, you know.

That's Lilli Marlene.

She's in jail because she gave the brave German soldiers VD.

We each fight with our own weapon.

Come here, girlies.

You're so pretty.

Come and sing for me.

Come flying, white falcon

Not that, a proper song.

Do you know Butterfly of Night?

I dreamed of love and love alone

Of love my heart does sigh and moan

The Butterfly of Night I see

That means that love is lost for me

Come on, dance for me. More gracefully.

I'm so glad to see you.

- What are you doing? - Making bandages for German soldiers.

Let me say hello to Daddy. I've not been there for ages.

No wait. He's not on duty today.

I'll take you home.

- I'll take that. - No thanks, its light.

How nice and kind they can be.

Good people.

- Are you working? - How do you mean?

You know.

Leave it alone, please.

It'll be your ruin, and ours too.

- If you love me at all, promise. - What am I to promise?

That you'll stop.

I love you.

No! Let me go.

I couldn't bear losing you.

Let me go or I'll call the police.

Air raid.

When the war's over.

People are saying we're dating anyway.

That's the best alibi.

When the war's over.

Hold the bike for me.

DEATH TO FASCISM

You're not coming to church?

No.

Prisoners sentenced to death aren't allowed to.

I'd only go to see the girls anyway.

Don't you believe in God?

Let's go.

There's too much talk about a girl

out with men at all hours of the night.

- You should disappear for a while. - I can't, I have to stay.

I'll be careful.

Here's something for Polda.

Come on, don't be silly.

- What happened to you? - Nothing.

Fear's a terrible thing.

It is.

That Sudeten-German got her pardon.

Here!

The priest sends you this.

To God.

You told on me.

I want to help you.

When one has faith...

Really? Not in God.

In a people.

In all people.

....

In Germans too?

People can create either paradise or hell on earth.

What did the priest whisper in your ear today?

You mustn't say such things.

Julie, I don't want to take anything from you.

When you get back among people, you'll see for yourself.

Aren't you afraid of death, if you're not a believer?

Aren't you afraid, even though you are?

I'm not afraid of that moment,

that must be quite close by now.

I know it's coming.

I'm waiting quite calmly.

I'm not afraid of eternity.

I wanted only good...

And to fight against evil.

You've come.

You'll be staying home now, won't you?

I wanted to see you before...

I have to get back.

What are you up to?

- You must stop! - I can't...

Mummy.

Please stay home, for God's sake.

I can't!

I won't let you go.

- Cell number 61 with two... - Right.

Everything alright?

Did the package from Moravia arrive?

Yes.

The most highly paid postman in the Reich.

My mother sends her food parcels.

- We're lucky to have her. - And that she's so greedy

I'm Jeschek.

Your council for the defence.

....

You're surprised that I speak Czech?

I studied in your country.

This is a difficult task.

You gave nobody away.

Took everything upon yourself.

And then there's a special note.

Unprecedented lying.

Stubborn silence.

I haven't had that before.

Well, we shall see.

... for high treason and aiding and abetting the enemy.

Will the plaintiff's council please proceed.

Most honoured judge,

the proceedings have proved the defendant guilty,

beyond all reasonable doubt.

The German nation stands in fateful battle

against Bolshevism.

And in this hour of need the defendants

tried to stick a knife into the back

of the fighting German soldier.

....

Among the defendants there is a woman...

A young woman

Should she also receive the strictest of punishments?

My answer is yes!

I therefore demand for all,

the highest sentence, the death sentence.

I hurt nobody with a single word.

What they said of each other is their own affair.

That's not on my conscience.

For what they said about me...

I forgive them with all my heart.

I tried to have all traces end with me.

In the name of the German nation,

the defendants are therefore found guilty of high treason

and aiding and abetting the enemy.

and sentenced to death and permanent loss of honour.

The death sentence will therefore be carried out after 99 days

by beheading.

Do you know what I dreamt?

- That they granted you a pardon. - Silly.

Why not? That Sudeten-German woman got one.

- Or at least a reprieve... - You think?

I know. I'll ask the Head Warden.

What's the good,

when the pardon's refused the sentence is carried out automatically.

That's what they told me.

They can't kill you. I won't let them.

They may not. Don't worry.

I know, I'll take your place.

Julie! Let go!

Julie, calm down!

Julie...

You're sweet, but they wouldn't accept your offer.

Neither would I.

Look at me? Am I a corpse?

We'll go home together yet.

You've only got a few more weeks here.

Now, let's sing something.

You're handsome like a rose, my lover

....

....

....

....

Dear friend,

I'll write that petition for clemency

We'll out-lie them.

How can we talk seriously with clowns.

Vain sacrifices are stupid sacrifices.

- I went to Prague to plead on your behalf. - What did they tell you?

The answer comes from Berlin.

I'd better go there.

That's no good, Mummy.

They wouldn't even speak to you.

Here's the Petition for Clemency.

We sent it to the German People's Court.

to the Protector, to Berlin and to Prague.

Excuse me please.

Doctor Jashek wrote it up well.

But will it do any good?

I sent in a Petition for Clemency too.

But I don't believe they're going to yield.

The Russians are chasing them...

Back at the front.

We'll be celebrating together, yet.

Julie!

I'd like to talk to you some time,

if you don't refuse.

I don't think you'd be pleased with the outcome.

I shall pray for you, my child.

Good day.

The Germans are retreating.

Let go, you're throttling me.

You see, and you'll get your pardon too.

Oh, no.

Now they'll be firm and seek revenge.

Dear girls...

They're surrounded.

Where?

Do write!

I know there's no chance of pardon now.

They'll judge strictly, and ruthlessly.

To avenge their fallen heroes.

Whatever happens to me...

don't be sad.

There are many Maroushkas

and always will be.

And victory is worth more.

Because it costs more.

Is Wanda ill?

You must disappear. They're after you.

Get me some poison.

Are you crazy?

- Are you crazy? - I'm not crazy.

You must have a rest.

We'll hide you, come.

- I can't. - You must.

Will you come with me?

Quickly

They gave me five years and are sending me to Waldheim.

"Our warden" let me visit you secretly.

To say goodbye.

Don't worry, We'll see each other, yet.

Give me your hand.

Really? You believe in this?

Wanda went after three months and five days.

It's 14 days over my time.

Look, right down to here. You'll get off.

It says so here.

When you say it I nearly believe you.

But it's better not to hope.

What if it came and I was unprepared?

I'll miss you.

Don't worry, when we meet again after the war.

Don't worry.

We'll really begin to live.

Vitezka, dear,

another Friday has passed.

This tension increases week by week.

I always feel spent

like after a long journey.

Please send me "Mother Hope" if you possibly can.

I'll return it within a week.

In case next Friday, I should...

Forgive me.

I'm tired after this Friday's chore and uncertainty of waiting.

I sang all our songs today.

Better with a song than with tears.

What a lovely scent. Come and smell.

They've put out a flag over there.

For the first day of Spring, I suppose.

Write about that.

That's inspiration to make one vomit.

You! You have a visitor.

Your notes are out.

Jarka's mother smuggled them out on her last visit.

And they must have given you a reprieve.

This is the 124th day.

I've lived through the 99 alright.

You see.

Have you heard from Jarka?

We won't lose her, not even there.

We'll hold out.

Till the last moment.

Today I am twenty-two.

I keep expecting a letter.

Will you be coming...

I look forward...

to seeing you Mamma.

And send my love to the swallows...

the bees...

the trees...

What would you say

were I to appear in your midst?

Can't you see, I'm there...

Will you be coming?

The blackbird and his mate

Sang about their evening date

That he'd come in a dress suit

With a rain worm to woo her

When two are in love, they're blind

....

Yes, you...

Dress and come with me.

The attorney wants to talk to you.

This means the execution.

My dear ones...

I'm saying goodbye,

Sending...

my love.

Don't cry.

I'm not crying.

I'm departing, without fear,

without pain.

I'm now approaching that which should have come at the end,

and not in the middle.

I'm leaving you and yet

I will be absolutely close...

United.

Your Petition for Clemency was denied.

the sentence will be carried out tonight at 6.30.

There are nine of you

and the order has not yet been set.

The intervals will be two minutes.

Will you please tell me...

can my family fetch my ashes?

With your things you can pack your hair,

because that is to be cut.

Your family will relieve them.

Thank you.

Tonight, at 6.30

two days after having attained 22 years of age, I will breathe

my last breath.

And yet, right up to the last moment...

I'll live and have faith!

I would like to take all your pain and grief upon myself.

I feel the strength to carry it all for you,...

The longing to take it with me.

I kneel before you,

loved ones of my life...

and ask for your love,

and forgiveness.

Have no fear for me.

Do not cry. Do not despair.

Everything... is silent.

The decisive moment has come.

I am with you. Can you feel it?

I'm filled with love,

and am leaving in firm faith.

My love to all.

Forgive me.

I tied up my hair myself.

With it I send my message,

And my kiss.

Subtitles: Corvusalbus from a translation by Doris Koziskova