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AN IVI SERIES

ANDREASYAN BROTHERS FILM COMPANY

LIZA MORYAK

ANNA GLAUBE

OLGA SMIRNOVA

CASTING DIRECTOR SVETLANA YERSHOVA

PRODUCTION DESIGNER OLGA TSYBA

COMPOSERS ARTEM KAZAKU, MARK DORBSKIY

EDITING DIRECTOR GEORGIY ISAAKYAN

CREATOR ELENA NOSIKOVA

SCREENWRITERS ELENA NOSIKOVA, YERZIA YERTLES

CINEMATOGRAPHER ANATOLIY SIMCHENKO

IVI CREATIVE PRODUCERS RENAT SHAYAKHMETOV, MARGARITA FILCHINA

IVI EXECUTIVE PRODUCER GALINA LAZAREVA

IVI LINE PRODUCER IRINA DZHGANDZHGAVA

CREATIVE PRODUCERS GAIK ASATRYAN, ANDREY GAVRILOV, GOGA MAMADZHANYAN

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER ILYA SHUVALOV

PRODUCERS SARIK ANDREASYAN, GEVOND ANDREASYAN

DIRECTOR SARIK ANDREASYAN

ART OF SEDUCTION EPISODE 6

Maybe libido isn't about sex, but rather energy exchange?

A human is an energy substation.

Sometimes the voltage doesn't match the passing current.

Then, there's an explosion.

An explosion of each other's state.

ALEXANDER

Nervous, sorry.

It's alright.

This wedding must not happen.

She doesn't love him?

That's the thing—she does.

What's the problem, then?

I did some—.

Some digging on him.

He changed girls like socks,

Regularly, ruthlessly, nightly.

But the moment he met my daughter, he suddenly transformed

into a model, traditional Jewish groom.

I don't believe him.

Maybe he loves her too?

You know, even if the illness fades,

the habit remains.

He will cheat on her.

Maybe he already is.

Just hiding it well.

I've done some digging too.

His business profits have dropped by 30% compared to last year.

He needs more investments or he'll have to shut it down.

Maybe it's about

the bail money for your future son-in-law,

not your daughter's well-being?

There's an old Jewish saying:

"If a problem can be solved with money,

it's merely an expense."

There's something more important—.

My daughter's future.

Noted.

I'll be expecting to receive your "expenses".

Seducing a Jewish man before he weds

his father-in-law's fortune?

Might as well seduce a dead man, an impotent, or a Zoomer.

The last one wouldn't be a problem at all.

Dad fears his son-in-law will take what matters most.

The business?

His daughter's happiness.

The business is just a bonus. Big day ahead. Later.

Sorry for being late!

If we consider color as a phenomenon of the color spectrum,

but within its own phonetic metaphor,

we could analyze poetry of Andrei Bely, for example...

Seeing your ex-husband, whose dissertation you wrote yourself,

standing as your official opponent before the entire institute.

Let's take a word from early literature—

“Mudak.”

The word comes from the Old Russian “mudo” – testicles.

Hence expressions like “measuring mudas”

or “hit in the mudas”...

Sorry, could you clarify the year this poem was written?

Sofia!

What do you want?

Darling, I realized I made a mistake.

Am I supposed to to write your doctoral thesis now?!

Sofia!

You're taking to loog!

And who's that?

That's “mudo”!

Open the door for me.

Sure.

Seducing a Jewish man before his wedding is a complex task.

Shalom aleichem.

There's a special type of man who, instead of id, ego, and superego,

only has money, my money, and super money.

Though even that is just a reactive formation of mortido.

MOTRIDO FREUDIAN–LOOMING FEARSOME THREAT

David, a Jewish groom who suddenly became devout.

Doesn't smoke or drink, virtuous.

One flaw—.

Everything listed above is a lie.

A hypocrite, using tradition for his own benefit.

A Jewish groom shouldn't see his bride before the wedding—that's tradition.

Tradition we'll also use

to gain unrestricted access to his body.

Who are you?

Your new security.

You heard it right.

We know that this type of man loves discipline,

order, and strict regulations.

I already have security.

I don't work for you.

Then who?

Your future wife.

My security ensures my safety completely.

Oh? Then where are they?

Your security handles external threats,

I handle the internal ones.

Meaning?

You can't live with your wife for a month before the wedding.

- Correct? - Yes.

Same goes for other women.

I'm responsible for enforcing those last two points.

Your future father-in-law hired me.

As for the second point, you have nothing to worry about.

If I were my father-in-law,

I'd do the same.

If you want to hide something, put it in plain sight.

Sofia is that "something."

- Anfisa, hello. - Good afternoon.

- Sorry, we're late. - By a whole thirty minutes.

Apologies. Meet Yulia. This is Anfisa.

Have a seat.

I didn't mention I wouldn't be alone.

I wanted to make it a surprise, but then I thought,

no surprises for a trip this big.

So, here we are.

We came together.

Thanks, but no.

Someone just called offering escort services.

Really?

I thought that only happens in cheap hotels.

Did you really think I'd agree?

I'll be in my room.

I'm staying next door.

Why?

I must always stay close.

How did you know I was leaving?

Professional instinct.

ANFISA, CCTV OPERATIONAL

David, you can look at women. Interaction is forbidden.

Lusting with your eyes is already adultery, Sofia.

What's up?

What do we have?

Increased work efficiency.

High standards for himself and others.

Unshakable belief in success.

Strong determination,

lack of empathy, egocentrism, thirst for power…

I know it all!

Paranoiac.

Seducing a paranoiac

who is dead set on getting married? Impossible.

We just need one random fling.

That'll be enough to complete the job.

Milena, find out how he unwinds.

Okay.

A paranoiac thinks about his goals 24/7.

It's hard for him to find ways to switch off.

For David, that way was massage.

I expected a masseur, not a masseuse.

I have very strong, manly hands.

Don't worry.

Lower your head.

You do have strong hands.

I trained in China under blind masseurs.

Physical interaction helps a paranoiac mind

momentarily forget his goals.

Milena simply had to take advantage

of this brief moment of relaxation.

He ran from me like I was a fire.

No one has ever rejected me before.

Am I getting old?

Money.

What?

If the groom loves his fiancée's father's capital

and is trying to pull his company out of crisis…

Then we just have to offer a better deal.

I'm looking at businesses across the country

that need investments to survive the crisis.

Nice hotel, isn't it?

Yeah, it's decent.

I noticed you yesterday.

Thought we could be useful to each other.

Pleased to meet you.

If you have any questions, call me anytime. I have to go.

Alright, thanks.

- Sofia. - Yes?

Isn't that the girl who approached us?

I think so. That's her.

Interesting…

I didn't get her card.

Didn't think she was serious.

I took it, just in case.

David? We can have dinner.

It's a mistake to think women are materialistic.

Men are the ones who truly assess your financial worth.

David, a toast to your company's new success.

We are ready to invest the required amount.

Thank you.

I'm in your debt.

Speaking of debts— there's one small detail.

Details are everything. Go ahead.

You see, David,

as a woman, I can't afford simple feminine weaknesses.

It's a man's business world.

Major capital is almost always in men's hands.

Men like David always consider the consequences.

So, it's best to warn them.

It's difficult for me to find a partner for one night.

I value my reputation.

I don't understand what you're suggesting.

Could we continue in a more intimate setting?

Considering that you'll keep it a secret,

your debt matter will be settled.

Let's drink to you!

I appreciate that you wanted to help me,

but I must decline.

Is something bothering you?

No, I'm just tired.

How did your meeting go?

Unsuccessful.

I don't like that. Results matter most.

In that, we're alike.

He started trusting Sophia.

Only she could take this bull by the horns—.

Or rather, by something else.

What the hell is this? Why is it so freezing here?

Room 27-17. Seems our AC malfunctioned.

We'll be waiting.

Technician's on the way.

The technician won't be here until tomorrow.

Do you have any available rooms?

Unfortunately, we're fully booked.

You can stay with me.

Yeah… Yeah, thanks.

- Good night. - Likewise.

Maybe we should switch?

I'll take the couch, you can have the bed.

No need! But thank you.

Some wine? Before bed.

Sophia, are you seducing me?

Not at all.

You see, I love my fiancée.

But every woman around me seems to have lost her mind.

Maybe they're just not your type?

They're all wonderful in their own way, but…

I won't be sleeping with them.

Why?

I don't want to lose the most important contract of my life.

The father-in-law's money?

The most important contract is a reliable partner for life.

And I've found one.

Please, cover yourself.

Tell me, would you risk everything for a fleeting pleasure?

Now everything is crystal clear.

He won't cheat on her.

Alexander, your future son-in-law, loves your daughter.

I never thought you'd believe in love.

I don't. He just loves differently.

He loves my money!

That too.

Maybe you just failed the task?

No, his love is merely a step toward achieving his goal.

An excellent partner for life.

That's why he won't waste time on petty affairs.

I think I see what you mean.

Talk to him yourself.

We booked a table under your name.

You're not too happy about your daughter's wedding.

Why wouldn't I be?

I'm very happy.

I've come to terms with it.

I've accepted reality.

Sorry, but since we're almost

like family now, maybe

we should get to know each other better.

Well, you see,

building a business from scratch…

From nothing! Five years!

One mistake…

And it's all gone.

- Like a house of cards. - I see.

It's alright. I'll help.

Things happen.

You know, we are alike.

- Really? - Yeah.

Absolutely!

Very…

Very alike.

I'm asking you,

just don't hurt her.

At least… out of respect for me.

Never!

I started realizing— his fiancée irritates me.

Why did he choose to marry an idiot?

Anfisa, I'm so happy we met. Fate brought you to us!

Thank you for agreeing to organize our honeymoon trip.

Honeymoon? That soon?

Yes. We decided to get engaged early.

In secret. Couldn't keep it in.

You're actually the first to know.

Congratulations!

- Thank you! That means a lot! - Thanks.

She really is an idiot.

And so am I. I lost control.

OPPONENT

I don't think he's right for you.

I think he's perfect for me!

Move it!

He's boyfriend material— parent approved.

I'm boyfriend material too.

You're not.

Why not?

Because you're just a friend.

Want some borscht? Stepan's here.

Yeah?

We're in big trouble—help us, Stepan.

Help me fixing the AC, Stepan.

Stepan, drive me here! Stepan, pick me up!

Stepan, you can sleep on the couch!

Right? Stepan is just a friend

because he's not "educated enough."

Those so-called smart, progressive guys you like?

They split the bill and take zero responsibility!

They've got all these fancy words to justify being assholes.

You screwed me over!

This wedding just cost me a major contract!

The consequences could be serious.

I still have the hard drive with your client database.

Bankruptcy, prison, torture, even death.

But you can fix it.

If you compensate me financially.

- Why do you need money? - Seriously?

That's none of your business! It's my whim.

I want you and your girls to struggle

and pay me back in full!

How much?

Dad's feeling bad again!

I'm coming with you!

You can't. Stay here.

Sorry.

Do you know her?

Her name's Milena.

- We didn't call any gangsters, did we? - Not sure.

I need money.

My father needs urgent surgery.

WARMEST REGARDS. NEXT ONE TORCHES YOUR OFFICE!

I hope I don't need to spell it out.

Perfect.

Our choices are either death or prison.

For me, prison is not an option.

A conviction means a teaching ban.

My ex-husband

is in serious debt.

Why do you care?

You always take on other people's problems.

Really? Look who's talking!

But he is my father!

Anfisa, you promised you'd fix it!

I miscalculated.

Miss Perfection admits a mistake?

- I don't believe it. - Milena, please, just shut up!

Anfisa, tell him we agree to any conditions.

This is a setup.

Do we have a choice?

Girls, there's always a choice!

At least between the worst possible options.