1 00:00:32,625 --> 00:00:36,915 THE NIGHT IS MY KINGDOM 2 00:02:16,083 --> 00:02:17,832 Morning, Mrs Pinsard. 3 00:02:18,000 --> 00:02:19,665 - Mr Loustaud. - Where's Raymond? 4 00:02:19,833 --> 00:02:22,790 At Gustave's place, playing billiards. 5 00:02:22,958 --> 00:02:24,624 Or dancing with Simone. 6 00:02:26,000 --> 00:02:28,999 - Do I hear wedding bells? - Perhaps. 7 00:02:41,875 --> 00:02:44,374 - Not dancing, Simone? - Later. 8 00:02:44,541 --> 00:02:46,540 - With Raymond? - Who else? 9 00:02:52,833 --> 00:02:53,999 Hey, Raymond! 10 00:02:54,208 --> 00:02:56,415 - What? - How much longer? 11 00:02:56,583 --> 00:02:58,874 One more round and I've won. 12 00:02:59,041 --> 00:03:01,290 - You won't get this one. - You think? 13 00:03:04,708 --> 00:03:07,165 You'll never beat me, sunshine. 14 00:03:07,333 --> 00:03:11,415 - You've improved. - There's a turkey up for grabs. 15 00:03:11,583 --> 00:03:13,332 You like turkey that much? 16 00:03:13,500 --> 00:03:15,040 No, but I like to win. 17 00:03:25,250 --> 00:03:28,665 - I want to dance, Dad. - What about the customers? 18 00:03:28,833 --> 00:03:31,707 Raymond won't dance for long. 19 00:03:31,875 --> 00:03:33,874 Go on, have fun. 20 00:03:35,833 --> 00:03:37,415 Are you still playing? 21 00:03:37,583 --> 00:03:39,582 This is the last shot. 22 00:03:39,750 --> 00:03:42,749 They want me to miss it, but don't worry. 23 00:03:43,625 --> 00:03:45,249 And bingo! 24 00:03:46,458 --> 00:03:48,999 There's honour in defeat. Come on. 25 00:03:53,625 --> 00:03:55,249 Another game? 26 00:03:55,416 --> 00:03:57,999 I'm at Simone's service now. 27 00:03:58,708 --> 00:04:00,249 I hate billiards. 28 00:04:00,416 --> 00:04:02,999 It amuses me, and you were busy. 29 00:04:17,375 --> 00:04:19,040 - Where's Pinsard? - Upstairs. 30 00:04:19,208 --> 00:04:20,290 Thanks. 31 00:04:30,750 --> 00:04:32,457 Seen enough of Jacqueline? 32 00:04:32,625 --> 00:04:34,707 It's not Jacqueline, it's Loustaud. 33 00:04:34,875 --> 00:04:36,957 - He's come to get me. - On a Sunday? 34 00:04:37,125 --> 00:04:39,124 There are no Sundays for us. 35 00:04:39,875 --> 00:04:42,290 - Raymond, it's time. - Let's go. 36 00:04:42,458 --> 00:04:46,415 - Can't the train go without you? - It's my job. 37 00:04:46,583 --> 00:04:49,415 - When'll you be back? - Tuesday. 38 00:04:49,583 --> 00:04:52,040 Won't you say goodbye? Right. 39 00:04:52,875 --> 00:04:55,665 - Bye, guys. - Bye, Raymond. 40 00:04:56,083 --> 00:04:56,915 Goodbye. 41 00:04:58,083 --> 00:04:59,207 Come back soon. 42 00:04:59,375 --> 00:05:02,082 - Want to dance? - No. 43 00:07:56,958 --> 00:07:58,582 Raymond! Raymond! 44 00:08:01,333 --> 00:08:04,957 Stay back! 45 00:08:54,708 --> 00:08:56,874 Pinsard! What's wrong? 46 00:09:08,708 --> 00:09:12,832 "Raymond Pinsard, injured on the footplate of his locomotive 47 00:09:13,000 --> 00:09:15,040 "in an accident that killed his colleague, 48 00:09:15,250 --> 00:09:19,582 "bravely stopped the train, and despite his pain 49 00:09:19,750 --> 00:09:23,540 "took the necessary measures to save many lives, 50 00:09:23,708 --> 00:09:27,915 "a magnificent example of selflessness and sacrifice." 51 00:09:34,041 --> 00:09:36,332 In the name of the President of the Republic, 52 00:09:36,500 --> 00:09:39,040 and by virtue of the powers conferred on me, 53 00:09:39,208 --> 00:09:41,707 I appoint you a Knight of the Legion of Honour. 54 00:09:45,541 --> 00:09:48,540 To those words, I should like to add 55 00:09:48,708 --> 00:09:51,499 my hopes for your complete recovery. 56 00:09:51,666 --> 00:09:53,749 Thank you, sir. 57 00:09:53,916 --> 00:09:56,624 Let me introduce you to Raymond Pinsard's mother. 58 00:09:56,875 --> 00:09:58,707 My deepest sympathies, madam. 59 00:09:58,875 --> 00:10:00,124 - His sister. - Madam. 60 00:10:00,291 --> 00:10:02,999 His brother-in-law, a bank employee. 61 00:10:03,166 --> 00:10:04,624 My congratulations. 62 00:10:04,791 --> 00:10:08,290 Your coming here from the Ministry of Transport 63 00:10:08,458 --> 00:10:11,124 has touched us very deeply. 64 00:10:11,291 --> 00:10:13,290 I quite understand. 65 00:10:13,458 --> 00:10:15,332 Ladies, gentlemen. 66 00:10:18,041 --> 00:10:20,082 A well-earned medal 67 00:10:20,250 --> 00:10:22,082 is quite something. 68 00:10:22,250 --> 00:10:23,915 I'll swap it for your eyes. 69 00:10:24,083 --> 00:10:26,207 - You'll get yours back. - Yes, but... 70 00:10:26,375 --> 00:10:30,040 The women will flock to you with your medal. 71 00:10:31,166 --> 00:10:32,249 Are you there, Mum? 72 00:10:32,458 --> 00:10:34,749 - I'm closing your case. - Right. 73 00:10:37,375 --> 00:10:39,207 Here's your cane. 74 00:10:39,375 --> 00:10:42,915 Put this away for me until I can see it. 75 00:10:43,083 --> 00:10:46,124 You're leaving hospital. That's a start. 76 00:10:46,291 --> 00:10:47,415 Trust me. 77 00:10:47,583 --> 00:10:50,874 Let me take your arm, it's easier. 78 00:11:05,041 --> 00:11:06,749 Not saying goodbye? 79 00:11:06,916 --> 00:11:10,165 I'll be back for the operation, doctor. 80 00:11:10,333 --> 00:11:12,082 A year of patience. 81 00:11:12,250 --> 00:11:15,332 A year? You said 8 months. 82 00:11:15,500 --> 00:11:18,915 I said 8 to 12 months until we can attempt it. 83 00:11:19,083 --> 00:11:21,707 You said it would work, so... 84 00:11:21,875 --> 00:11:25,457 When the conditions are right. Keep your spirits up. 85 00:11:25,625 --> 00:11:28,624 - Goodbye, Pinsard. - Thank you, doctor. 86 00:11:32,041 --> 00:11:37,165 This is an honour for the family. My boss will have more respect. 87 00:11:37,333 --> 00:11:40,749 I'll lend it you if you mess up your calculations. 88 00:11:40,958 --> 00:11:44,415 The first months are hard and dangerous. 89 00:11:45,541 --> 00:11:47,582 I advise you to make sure... 90 00:11:47,791 --> 00:11:50,582 See you later, brave knight. 91 00:11:50,750 --> 00:11:52,165 See you. 92 00:11:52,333 --> 00:11:55,332 Pass me the case. See you tonight. 93 00:11:58,041 --> 00:12:00,790 Why has Mum stayed with the doctor? 94 00:12:00,958 --> 00:12:03,207 - I'm here. - What did he say? 95 00:12:03,375 --> 00:12:06,082 That you'll need courage and patience. 96 00:12:06,250 --> 00:12:09,790 I promised him that. He said he'd operate. 97 00:12:09,958 --> 00:12:12,457 - Did he say that? - Of course. 98 00:12:12,875 --> 00:12:13,874 Come on. 99 00:12:33,166 --> 00:12:35,374 Lovely lady, would you like to dance? 100 00:12:39,458 --> 00:12:41,124 I'm sorry. 101 00:12:42,041 --> 00:12:43,749 I didn't know. 102 00:12:47,625 --> 00:12:48,707 Are you coming? 103 00:12:48,875 --> 00:12:53,040 Pinsard's in that taxi. He doesn't look happy. 104 00:13:02,541 --> 00:13:05,124 - What did he say? - He didn't see me. He's blind. 105 00:13:05,291 --> 00:13:06,832 What do you care? 106 00:13:07,000 --> 00:13:08,540 It's strange 107 00:13:08,708 --> 00:13:11,540 meeting a friend who doesn't recognize you. 108 00:13:15,166 --> 00:13:18,540 Oh, you recognize me, you little mongrel. 109 00:13:31,916 --> 00:13:33,999 What do you want to do now? 110 00:13:34,166 --> 00:13:36,707 Go and rest in my room. 111 00:13:37,625 --> 00:13:39,415 I want to go alone. 112 00:13:39,583 --> 00:13:41,415 Here, take my cane. 113 00:13:41,583 --> 00:13:45,165 I have to get used to moving around the house. 114 00:16:42,416 --> 00:16:43,832 Oh, shit. 115 00:16:45,791 --> 00:16:47,332 What's wrong? 116 00:16:47,500 --> 00:16:50,915 It must be the radio I was building. 117 00:16:54,166 --> 00:16:57,415 It's not done it any good. You walked into it. 118 00:16:57,583 --> 00:16:59,915 Sorry, old son. I'm sorry. 119 00:17:00,083 --> 00:17:01,790 Don't take it that way. 120 00:17:01,958 --> 00:17:05,165 Every time you bang into something, it hurts us. 121 00:17:05,333 --> 00:17:09,082 - You're too sensitive. - I like you, I feel... 122 00:17:09,250 --> 00:17:13,040 Sorry for me? I know. You pity me. 123 00:17:13,750 --> 00:17:15,540 I'd like to talk to you. 124 00:17:15,708 --> 00:17:18,332 If you think it's any use. 125 00:17:18,500 --> 00:17:21,207 Raymond, I want you to know 126 00:17:21,375 --> 00:17:24,207 that we won't abandon you. 127 00:17:24,375 --> 00:17:25,332 That's nice. 128 00:17:25,500 --> 00:17:28,290 What I'm going to say is for your own good. 129 00:17:28,458 --> 00:17:30,957 I know another blind person. 130 00:17:31,125 --> 00:17:33,540 There are 25,000 in France, so... 131 00:17:33,708 --> 00:17:36,457 But this one won't get better. 132 00:17:36,625 --> 00:17:39,540 His case is more serious than yours. 133 00:17:39,708 --> 00:17:43,499 Don't get angry, but he's always cheerful. 134 00:17:43,666 --> 00:17:49,415 Some birds are deliberately blinded so that they sing all day long. 135 00:17:49,583 --> 00:17:53,207 He's like that because he keeps himself occupied. 136 00:17:53,375 --> 00:17:54,915 He makes brushes. 137 00:17:55,083 --> 00:17:57,249 It's not about the money, 138 00:17:57,416 --> 00:18:01,790 but if you could occupy yourself, distract yourself... 139 00:18:01,958 --> 00:18:03,999 Do we need any brushes? 140 00:18:04,166 --> 00:18:07,582 No, but you're getting bored hanging around. 141 00:18:07,750 --> 00:18:10,665 - You've stopped shaving. - I'm in a bad way. 142 00:18:10,833 --> 00:18:13,457 - Listen, Raymond. - It's OK, I get it. 143 00:18:13,625 --> 00:18:18,082 The family, via its best orator, is asking me to make an effort. 144 00:18:18,250 --> 00:18:20,874 I was speaking man to man. I understand. 145 00:18:21,041 --> 00:18:24,832 I'll make you all very happy. Just you wait. 146 00:18:26,375 --> 00:18:28,624 Watch me go. 147 00:18:28,791 --> 00:18:32,624 Wouldn't you rather eat with us than here? 148 00:18:32,791 --> 00:18:35,999 You think I should? OK, let's go. 149 00:18:38,416 --> 00:18:39,457 The clock's working! 150 00:18:39,625 --> 00:18:41,582 Yes, it keeps me company. 151 00:18:41,791 --> 00:18:44,374 You're not deaf to sensible advice. 152 00:18:44,541 --> 00:18:47,249 Deaf and blind, you mean. 153 00:18:47,416 --> 00:18:48,707 - Careful! - Don't worry. 154 00:18:48,875 --> 00:18:53,082 6 steps from the door, then 20 to the bottom. 155 00:18:53,250 --> 00:18:55,165 I'll soon be the world champion. 156 00:19:06,666 --> 00:19:09,165 Raymond's going to try and adapt. 157 00:19:09,333 --> 00:19:11,749 - Is that true? - I promise, Mum. 158 00:19:11,916 --> 00:19:14,249 - Will you go to the centre? - The centre? 159 00:19:14,416 --> 00:19:16,582 Oh, yes, the hospital mentioned it. 160 00:19:16,750 --> 00:19:20,874 They say you can have fun and make friends there. 161 00:19:21,041 --> 00:19:23,707 I see what you want me to do: 162 00:19:23,875 --> 00:19:26,540 learn a blind man's job with blind people 163 00:19:26,708 --> 00:19:29,165 and joke about being blind. 164 00:19:29,375 --> 00:19:31,540 It was Dr Vaugeois's idea. 165 00:19:31,750 --> 00:19:33,957 So he's in on it too, 166 00:19:34,125 --> 00:19:36,332 along with the postman and the baker's wife! 167 00:19:36,500 --> 00:19:39,165 Make brushes, is it? Well, no! 168 00:19:39,333 --> 00:19:42,665 In 10 months I'll be cured. I won't go to the centre. 169 00:19:42,833 --> 00:19:45,499 - But you said... - I said no! 170 00:19:46,333 --> 00:19:49,415 Promises obtained dishonestly don't count. 171 00:19:49,583 --> 00:19:52,374 - I'm dishonest? - Or a complete idiot. 172 00:19:52,541 --> 00:19:55,082 - Raymond. - He knows what I mean. 173 00:19:55,250 --> 00:20:00,124 He wanted to be a pen pusher in a cushy job and he is one. 174 00:20:00,291 --> 00:20:02,332 But can he drive a locomotive? 175 00:20:02,500 --> 00:20:05,165 I go blind and he wants me to be cheerful. 176 00:20:05,333 --> 00:20:07,332 Then he wants me in a home. 177 00:20:08,000 --> 00:20:09,499 Do what you like. 178 00:20:13,000 --> 00:20:14,915 I've had enough! 179 00:20:15,083 --> 00:20:16,249 Julien! 180 00:20:18,500 --> 00:20:20,999 You shouldn't get so angry. 181 00:20:21,166 --> 00:20:23,665 I'm no use to anyone. 182 00:20:23,833 --> 00:20:27,040 - Calm yourself. Sit down. - No, leave me alone. 183 00:20:47,791 --> 00:20:50,332 Here's your coffee, son. 184 00:20:50,500 --> 00:20:52,582 Put it down beside me, Mum. 185 00:20:55,875 --> 00:20:58,040 - Here's the sugar. - Right. 186 00:20:58,875 --> 00:21:01,874 I've an errand in Paris. I'll be 2 hours. 187 00:21:02,041 --> 00:21:04,999 - Do you mind being alone? - No. 188 00:21:05,416 --> 00:21:08,290 I can do it tomorrow if you'd rather. 189 00:21:08,458 --> 00:21:10,124 No, I'm fine here. 190 00:21:10,291 --> 00:21:13,374 Leave me alone, Mum, really! 191 00:21:14,125 --> 00:21:16,665 - Nothing you need? - No, no. 192 00:21:16,833 --> 00:21:18,207 Call Gangster. 193 00:21:18,375 --> 00:21:20,165 - To keep you company? - Yes. 194 00:21:20,333 --> 00:21:22,290 At least he doesn't talk. 195 00:21:39,333 --> 00:21:40,790 Here, you mongrel. 196 00:22:15,958 --> 00:22:18,624 He's smoked my tobacco again. 197 00:22:25,416 --> 00:22:28,582 Why did we never repair this thing, 198 00:22:28,750 --> 00:22:30,290 for God's sake? 199 00:22:56,791 --> 00:22:59,290 - Who is it? - It's me, Simone. 200 00:22:59,458 --> 00:23:01,124 Ah... Come in. 201 00:23:01,291 --> 00:23:05,249 I saw your mother go out, I guessed you were alone. 202 00:23:08,833 --> 00:23:10,790 I brought you some cigarettes. 203 00:23:10,958 --> 00:23:13,124 Oh, thank you. That's kind. 204 00:23:13,291 --> 00:23:15,999 I'd have shaved, but I get no visitors. 205 00:23:16,166 --> 00:23:19,040 We haven't forgotten you. I didn't dare. 206 00:23:19,208 --> 00:23:22,374 - Same for your friends. - Keeping their distance? 207 00:23:22,541 --> 00:23:24,415 They don't know what to say. 208 00:23:24,583 --> 00:23:28,040 They could say, "Hello, Raymond. How's it going?" 209 00:23:28,208 --> 00:23:30,415 They think it's more complicated. 210 00:23:30,583 --> 00:23:32,582 As you see, it isn't. 211 00:23:32,750 --> 00:23:33,790 Sorry. 212 00:23:34,833 --> 00:23:37,415 So, hello, Raymond. How's it going? 213 00:23:37,583 --> 00:23:39,124 Slowly. 214 00:23:39,291 --> 00:23:41,374 - A year of patience. - No. 215 00:23:41,541 --> 00:23:45,124 10 months less a week. I'm counting the days. 216 00:23:45,291 --> 00:23:47,707 - Like in the army. - Oh, worse. 217 00:23:47,875 --> 00:23:49,124 Like in prison. 218 00:23:49,291 --> 00:23:51,582 I'm fine. Thanks. 219 00:23:51,750 --> 00:23:55,499 It's partly your fault, Raymond. You could escape. 220 00:23:55,666 --> 00:23:58,374 I'd come and fetch you. We could walk. 221 00:23:58,541 --> 00:24:01,040 The customers would distract you. 222 00:24:01,208 --> 00:24:05,290 I don't want their curiosity or their pity. 223 00:24:05,458 --> 00:24:07,374 Can I do nothing for you? 224 00:24:07,541 --> 00:24:11,207 I want people to treat me as they did before. 225 00:24:11,375 --> 00:24:13,040 Nothing's changed for me. 226 00:24:13,208 --> 00:24:16,624 You say that, but you'd be walking out 227 00:24:16,791 --> 00:24:18,707 with an old man. 228 00:24:18,875 --> 00:24:20,415 But you're going to recover! 229 00:24:20,583 --> 00:24:22,415 Yes, but in the meantime... 230 00:24:22,583 --> 00:24:27,249 Here, look at me without my glasses. 231 00:24:27,416 --> 00:24:30,749 - Don't I scare you? - No, you don't. 232 00:24:30,916 --> 00:24:31,915 Really? 233 00:24:32,833 --> 00:24:35,665 I can see you perfectly, 234 00:24:35,833 --> 00:24:38,999 with your kiss curl on your forehead. 235 00:24:39,166 --> 00:24:41,082 You don't need your eyes. 236 00:24:41,250 --> 00:24:42,832 Yes, but you can see me. 237 00:24:43,000 --> 00:24:47,332 It's easier for you to say than for me to accept. 238 00:24:51,750 --> 00:24:55,165 Staying indoors puts ideas in your head. 239 00:24:55,333 --> 00:24:56,582 You liked being in charge. 240 00:24:56,750 --> 00:25:00,749 You're afraid you're not as strong as you were. 241 00:25:00,916 --> 00:25:03,332 Won't you trust me? 242 00:25:03,500 --> 00:25:06,749 OK, we'll go out, on one condition: 243 00:25:06,916 --> 00:25:09,957 that we stay away from other people. 244 00:25:10,125 --> 00:25:10,957 But why? 245 00:25:11,125 --> 00:25:14,582 Because I can feel them staring at me. 246 00:25:21,750 --> 00:25:26,082 Lighthouse Centre for the Rehabilitation of Blind People 247 00:25:26,708 --> 00:25:29,957 And Dr Vaugeois sent you here? 248 00:25:30,125 --> 00:25:33,957 Yes. He said my son would get depressed. 249 00:25:34,125 --> 00:25:36,290 He was absolutely right. 250 00:25:37,458 --> 00:25:38,665 Come in. 251 00:25:40,291 --> 00:25:42,874 - Hello, sir. - Sister. 252 00:25:44,333 --> 00:25:48,582 Mrs Pinsard, mother of the train driver who went blind. 253 00:25:48,750 --> 00:25:51,540 I saw it in the papers. Hello, madam. 254 00:25:51,708 --> 00:25:55,415 Sister Gabrielle devotes all her efforts to the centre. 255 00:25:55,583 --> 00:25:58,707 Not to mention her bad moods. 256 00:25:58,875 --> 00:26:02,624 Mrs Pinsard says that despite her care... 257 00:26:02,791 --> 00:26:04,624 He's getting depressed, 258 00:26:04,791 --> 00:26:06,874 and he won't hear of the centre. 259 00:26:07,041 --> 00:26:09,374 - How did you know? - I'm used to it. 260 00:26:09,541 --> 00:26:13,999 I convince the obstinate to submit despite themselves. 261 00:26:14,166 --> 00:26:16,374 But my son refuses outright. 262 00:26:16,541 --> 00:26:19,082 You're rubbing him up the wrong way, 263 00:26:19,250 --> 00:26:21,207 treating him like a child. 264 00:26:21,375 --> 00:26:25,124 "Give me your arm", "Sit down", "Shall I cut up your meat?" 265 00:26:25,291 --> 00:26:27,957 It's annoying and belittling. 266 00:26:28,125 --> 00:26:31,707 A blind man is just a man who can't see, 267 00:26:31,875 --> 00:26:33,957 so treat him as a man. 268 00:26:34,125 --> 00:26:35,874 I don't know what to do. 269 00:26:36,083 --> 00:26:38,790 If he won't come willingly, 270 00:26:38,958 --> 00:26:40,832 you need to find a ruse. 271 00:26:41,041 --> 00:26:43,665 What did your son like before? 272 00:26:43,833 --> 00:26:46,249 - He liked locomotives. - Forget those. 273 00:26:46,458 --> 00:26:50,040 Nothing else? Did he have a pastime? 274 00:26:50,250 --> 00:26:52,332 He quite liked girls. 275 00:26:52,500 --> 00:26:54,624 We have some here. 276 00:26:54,791 --> 00:26:58,290 He also liked the radio. 277 00:26:58,458 --> 00:27:01,749 He was building a set himself. 278 00:27:01,916 --> 00:27:06,374 Mrs Pinsard, do you know anything about radio? 279 00:27:06,541 --> 00:27:07,707 A little. 280 00:27:07,875 --> 00:27:11,249 Not enough to repair one, but to destroy one? 281 00:27:12,166 --> 00:27:15,624 - I don't understand. - With pliers, a hammer. 282 00:27:16,291 --> 00:27:19,665 Just enough so that it stops working. 283 00:27:26,291 --> 00:27:27,915 That's not right. 284 00:27:28,125 --> 00:27:31,457 They're coming to fix it this morning. 285 00:27:33,000 --> 00:27:35,624 It was my only activity. 286 00:27:35,791 --> 00:27:37,457 Not drinking your coffee? 287 00:27:37,625 --> 00:27:40,124 I bet Julien's been poking about. 288 00:27:40,291 --> 00:27:42,874 What a pain he is! Sorry. 289 00:27:44,041 --> 00:27:45,832 That's the repair man. 290 00:27:54,500 --> 00:27:56,290 Hello, Mrs Pinsard. 291 00:27:56,750 --> 00:28:00,332 This is Mr Gaillard, the man who can help. 292 00:28:00,500 --> 00:28:04,082 Take him to your son and leave them to it. 293 00:28:06,916 --> 00:28:09,582 - Not coming in, Sister? - Later. 294 00:28:17,208 --> 00:28:19,124 This is the specialist, Raymond. 295 00:28:19,291 --> 00:28:20,624 Hello. 296 00:28:20,791 --> 00:28:24,499 This is the radio. We bought it 7 years ago. 297 00:28:24,666 --> 00:28:26,540 It's always worked well. 298 00:28:26,708 --> 00:28:28,999 He knows more than you, Mum. 299 00:28:29,166 --> 00:28:33,874 It was working fine last night and this morning, nothing. 300 00:28:34,041 --> 00:28:37,165 - We can sort that out. - I'll be in the kitchen. 301 00:28:37,333 --> 00:28:39,457 Let's open him up. 302 00:28:39,625 --> 00:28:41,999 It may be the loudspeaker. 303 00:28:42,166 --> 00:28:46,457 Vibration can be caused by a bad membrane. 304 00:28:46,625 --> 00:28:48,165 I doubt it. 305 00:28:48,333 --> 00:28:51,415 It's more likely the potentiometer. 306 00:28:51,583 --> 00:28:53,165 You know your stuff. 307 00:28:53,333 --> 00:28:55,832 A little, yes. 308 00:29:00,916 --> 00:29:04,124 I've always liked tinkering with radios. 309 00:29:05,000 --> 00:29:08,624 At 15, I built a set that worked really well. 310 00:29:08,833 --> 00:29:10,290 - Really? - Yes. 311 00:29:10,458 --> 00:29:13,040 Then 6 months ago, 312 00:29:13,208 --> 00:29:16,624 I started building an 8-valve set with antifading, 313 00:29:16,791 --> 00:29:19,040 volume control and tuning system. 314 00:29:19,208 --> 00:29:20,374 - No kidding? - Yes. 315 00:29:20,541 --> 00:29:23,999 And yet you need me to repair this one? 316 00:29:24,166 --> 00:29:27,707 I'm wearing these glasses because of an accident. 317 00:29:28,208 --> 00:29:29,957 Oh, sorry. 318 00:29:31,208 --> 00:29:32,999 I don't understand. 319 00:29:33,750 --> 00:29:36,582 Didn't they tell you I'm blind? 320 00:29:37,625 --> 00:29:38,915 What do you mean? 321 00:29:39,125 --> 00:29:43,082 For 9 years. Long enough to get used to it. 322 00:29:43,291 --> 00:29:48,999 You're in on the plot to show me that blind people can get by. 323 00:29:49,208 --> 00:29:52,540 No-one told me. Word of honour. 324 00:29:52,708 --> 00:29:54,665 And you can repair my radio? 325 00:29:54,833 --> 00:29:57,457 If you're worried, I won't touch it. 326 00:29:57,625 --> 00:29:59,665 You wouldn't be the first. 327 00:29:59,833 --> 00:30:04,040 But if you trust me, I'll have it working in no time. 328 00:30:04,208 --> 00:30:06,957 So, shall I continue? 329 00:30:07,125 --> 00:30:08,999 Yes, do. 330 00:30:09,166 --> 00:30:11,582 Why didn't you tell him? 331 00:30:11,750 --> 00:30:14,624 So that he'd seem more natural. 332 00:30:14,791 --> 00:30:16,957 Raymond could have got mad. 333 00:30:17,125 --> 00:30:19,124 It was worth the risk. 334 00:30:19,291 --> 00:30:20,540 How do you do it? 335 00:30:20,708 --> 00:30:23,499 You learn to see with your fingers. 336 00:30:23,666 --> 00:30:26,415 Ten eyes, eight more than normal. 337 00:30:26,583 --> 00:30:30,165 But... there's nothing wrong with your radio. 338 00:30:30,333 --> 00:30:33,790 It's not getting any juice. The cable's broken. 339 00:30:33,958 --> 00:30:35,415 It's nothing. 340 00:30:35,583 --> 00:30:37,082 Strange, though. 341 00:30:37,250 --> 00:30:40,707 - It's like someone pulled it out. - How do you mean? 342 00:30:40,875 --> 00:30:43,207 Probably trying to move it. 343 00:30:43,375 --> 00:30:47,207 Hold on... There you go, it's fixed. 344 00:30:47,375 --> 00:30:48,540 Where's the socket? 345 00:30:48,708 --> 00:30:51,874 Behind you. Wait, I know where it is. 346 00:30:59,916 --> 00:31:02,374 - Shall I plug it in? - Yes. 347 00:31:04,666 --> 00:31:07,915 That's done the trick. Like a drink? 348 00:31:08,125 --> 00:31:10,290 I won't say no. 349 00:31:25,916 --> 00:31:28,332 - Where are you going? - He'll break my glasses. 350 00:31:28,500 --> 00:31:30,749 So? It brings good luck. 351 00:31:32,000 --> 00:31:34,874 Where did you learn to do that? 352 00:31:35,041 --> 00:31:37,332 - At the centre. - Really? 353 00:31:37,500 --> 00:31:39,457 Come to the table. 354 00:31:39,625 --> 00:31:42,540 Here's a glass and the bottle. Help yourself. 355 00:31:42,708 --> 00:31:45,915 Are many of them cheerful like you? 356 00:31:46,083 --> 00:31:48,707 It's like anywhere. Some are friends, 357 00:31:48,875 --> 00:31:52,415 some moaners or hypocrites. Misfortune works no miracles. 358 00:31:52,583 --> 00:31:53,832 That's true... 359 00:31:54,000 --> 00:31:57,790 Why don't you bring your set to the centre? 360 00:31:57,958 --> 00:32:02,207 I'll help you at first, then you can finish it alone. 361 00:32:02,375 --> 00:32:03,915 How much do I owe you? 362 00:32:04,083 --> 00:32:05,332 Nothing. 363 00:32:05,500 --> 00:32:08,832 Not at all, I'll pay you. Mum! 364 00:32:09,000 --> 00:32:12,749 Normally it's 300 francs including travel. 365 00:32:15,000 --> 00:32:17,874 - Do you make a good living? - Luckily, 366 00:32:18,041 --> 00:32:20,749 with three kids and a fourth by Christmas. 367 00:32:20,916 --> 00:32:24,290 - You called? - Pay the man. 300 francs. 368 00:32:24,583 --> 00:32:30,707 Will they accept me with my radio, without teaching me all their stuff? 369 00:32:30,875 --> 00:32:33,749 At the centre, you do as you want. 370 00:32:57,291 --> 00:32:59,957 - Are you there, Jacqueline? - Hello, Henri. 371 00:33:09,750 --> 00:33:14,207 It reminds me of your first day at school. 372 00:33:14,375 --> 00:33:16,290 I feel the same. 373 00:33:16,458 --> 00:33:19,665 The footsteps, the smells... But I didn't dare say. 374 00:33:19,833 --> 00:33:22,082 Since your accident, you're like a little boy again. 375 00:33:22,250 --> 00:33:26,415 Don't get used to it. In 10 months, you'll lose me. 376 00:33:28,541 --> 00:33:32,165 You've work to do at home. You could go. 377 00:33:32,333 --> 00:33:33,582 As you like, Raymond. 378 00:33:33,750 --> 00:33:37,749 - You'll come and get me? - Just like before, son. 379 00:33:38,750 --> 00:33:41,082 - Bye. - See you later. 380 00:33:41,291 --> 00:33:43,540 Rules are rules, that's all. 381 00:33:44,541 --> 00:33:46,832 Here are Andre's details. 382 00:33:47,000 --> 00:33:49,749 Your writing's getting worse, dear. 383 00:33:49,916 --> 00:33:53,457 - My pen's no good. - Then buy some new ones. 384 00:33:53,625 --> 00:33:55,332 Er... Andre what? 385 00:33:55,500 --> 00:33:57,249 - Landry. - Landry. 386 00:33:57,416 --> 00:33:59,832 - Blind from birth? - Yes, sir. 387 00:34:00,000 --> 00:34:03,457 - Half board? - What are the fees? 388 00:34:03,625 --> 00:34:06,165 It's all free: classes, meals... 389 00:34:06,333 --> 00:34:08,999 The board of governors insists on it. 390 00:34:09,166 --> 00:34:13,290 The bursar has to deal with it. But if you could make a donation... 391 00:34:13,458 --> 00:34:15,415 I'll pay for his afternoon tea. 392 00:34:15,625 --> 00:34:20,165 I'm sorry, madam. Donations are for everyone. 393 00:34:20,333 --> 00:34:23,999 - It's house policy. - I'll speak to my husband. 394 00:34:24,166 --> 00:34:26,415 Thank you in advance, from all of us. 395 00:34:26,583 --> 00:34:28,290 Coming, Andre? 396 00:34:31,750 --> 00:34:34,249 - Goodbye, sir. - Goodbye, madam. 397 00:34:35,041 --> 00:34:38,207 - Sister Gabrielle? - Just a moment. 398 00:34:39,000 --> 00:34:42,415 Please sit down. I'll be right with you. 399 00:34:51,958 --> 00:34:53,374 You're incorrigible. 400 00:34:53,541 --> 00:34:56,624 Tell parents their money will be shared, 401 00:34:56,791 --> 00:34:58,540 and they won't pay at all. 402 00:34:58,708 --> 00:35:01,457 - It's a wonderful rule. - I agree. 403 00:35:01,625 --> 00:35:03,790 But not everyone is like you. 404 00:35:03,958 --> 00:35:07,874 Parents only make an effort for their own kids. 405 00:35:08,041 --> 00:35:12,415 You talk about solidarity, but I deal with figures. 406 00:35:12,583 --> 00:35:15,540 Do you know how much a jar of mustard is? 407 00:35:15,750 --> 00:35:19,415 Figures confuse me, and I don't eat mustard. 408 00:35:19,583 --> 00:35:21,332 But your proteges do. 409 00:35:21,500 --> 00:35:24,707 They take it and leave it on their plate. 410 00:35:24,875 --> 00:35:28,540 And as they're sensitive, we can't say anything. 411 00:35:28,708 --> 00:35:34,165 - No. My friends are unhappy. - There are too many of them. 412 00:35:34,333 --> 00:35:37,499 - You bring us more every week. - It's my mission. 413 00:35:37,666 --> 00:35:41,457 Then lead them to heaven. We are full. 414 00:35:41,625 --> 00:35:42,999 We're not on the metro. 415 00:35:43,166 --> 00:35:46,874 Your position here is a little unusual. 416 00:35:47,041 --> 00:35:48,874 Yes, I'm not paid. 417 00:35:49,041 --> 00:35:52,124 That's the advantage of having a mission. 418 00:35:52,291 --> 00:35:55,332 Excuse me, Mr Pinsard is waiting. 419 00:35:55,500 --> 00:35:56,499 He's new. 420 00:35:56,708 --> 00:35:59,040 I drove a locomotive. 421 00:35:59,208 --> 00:36:01,540 A big one, the latest model. 422 00:36:01,708 --> 00:36:05,624 - Did you go fast? - 120 km an hour. 423 00:36:05,791 --> 00:36:08,290 Can you imagine what it's like? 424 00:36:08,458 --> 00:36:12,207 It's bigger than a cow. It's warm when it passes. 425 00:36:12,416 --> 00:36:14,915 Would you like to drive a machine like that? 426 00:36:15,083 --> 00:36:16,124 Yes, sir. 427 00:36:16,291 --> 00:36:18,999 I see you've made friends. 428 00:36:19,166 --> 00:36:22,165 Andre, I'll take you to your class now. 429 00:36:24,166 --> 00:36:25,665 There. Come on. 430 00:36:25,833 --> 00:36:29,374 Mr Pinsard, come with us. We'll go to the workshop after. 431 00:36:29,541 --> 00:36:30,665 Right. 432 00:36:37,708 --> 00:36:39,749 Careful of the stairs. 433 00:36:56,583 --> 00:37:00,374 - Here, Babette. - Can I keep him, miss? 434 00:37:00,541 --> 00:37:04,790 The animals are for learning, not for playing. 435 00:37:06,041 --> 00:37:07,874 It's a turtledove. 436 00:37:08,041 --> 00:37:12,415 If you're good, Santa will bring you one of your own. 437 00:37:12,583 --> 00:37:13,915 Off you go. 438 00:37:21,875 --> 00:37:25,332 The birds you're holding are entirely to scale. 439 00:37:25,500 --> 00:37:27,915 You should recognize them by touch. 440 00:37:29,708 --> 00:37:31,874 Ah, Paul. What are you holding? 441 00:37:32,041 --> 00:37:34,290 - A bird. - It's a buzzard. 442 00:37:34,458 --> 00:37:36,832 Give me your hand. 443 00:37:37,000 --> 00:37:39,332 - Feel its hooked beak? - Yes. 444 00:37:39,500 --> 00:37:43,124 Its wings are much shorter than its tail. Feel that? 445 00:37:43,291 --> 00:37:48,707 Its feet have big claws called talons. 446 00:37:48,875 --> 00:37:53,749 It eats small rodents and isn't very intelligent. 447 00:37:53,916 --> 00:37:58,332 That's why it's an insult to call someone an old buzzard. 448 00:38:03,750 --> 00:38:05,665 Nicole, here's the buzzard. 449 00:38:15,583 --> 00:38:18,707 - It's a chick. - No, it's a bird. 450 00:38:18,875 --> 00:38:22,665 Yes, I know. It's a chick. 451 00:38:23,791 --> 00:38:25,332 Miss Louveau? 452 00:38:26,541 --> 00:38:28,582 One second, Mr Pinsard. 453 00:38:28,750 --> 00:38:30,749 Sit down, children. 454 00:38:30,916 --> 00:38:34,999 Sorry to interrupt you, but I have a pupil to introduce. 455 00:38:35,958 --> 00:38:37,415 His name is Andre. 456 00:38:37,583 --> 00:38:39,874 - Hello, Andre. - Hello, miss. 457 00:38:40,041 --> 00:38:43,124 He wants to catch up with his classes. 458 00:38:43,291 --> 00:38:45,290 - How old are you, Andre? - Eight. 459 00:38:45,458 --> 00:38:47,415 You're tall for your age. 460 00:38:47,583 --> 00:38:49,624 Has someone been bad? 461 00:38:49,791 --> 00:38:52,790 Marcel was fighting with his friend again. 462 00:38:54,083 --> 00:38:55,790 - Will you be good? - Yes. 463 00:38:55,958 --> 00:38:57,790 - You'll listen to me? - Yes. 464 00:38:58,000 --> 00:38:59,624 That's good. Come on. 465 00:38:59,791 --> 00:39:02,457 - Marcel, aren't you ashamed? - No. 466 00:39:02,625 --> 00:39:05,624 - You'll have no tea. - I don't care. 467 00:39:05,791 --> 00:39:08,082 - You like being in the corner? - No. 468 00:39:09,375 --> 00:39:12,290 You can stay there till you calm down. 469 00:39:16,625 --> 00:39:18,374 This is your place, Andre. 470 00:39:18,541 --> 00:39:20,707 It's the fourth bench... 471 00:39:20,875 --> 00:39:23,540 I know my classroom by heart. 472 00:39:23,708 --> 00:39:26,457 You're next to Jacques. He'll help you. 473 00:39:26,625 --> 00:39:28,665 - Won't you? - Yes, miss. 474 00:39:28,833 --> 00:39:32,415 - Have you ever touched a parrot? - No. 475 00:39:32,583 --> 00:39:36,207 It has a funny beak and colorful feathers. 476 00:39:36,375 --> 00:39:37,249 Oh, yes. 477 00:39:38,541 --> 00:39:41,415 Mr Pinsard, this is Miss Louveau. 478 00:39:41,583 --> 00:39:43,749 - Hello, miss. - A future pupil? 479 00:39:43,916 --> 00:39:46,832 Oh, no. I'm just visiting. 480 00:39:47,000 --> 00:39:49,082 - Then enjoy your visit. - Thank you. 481 00:39:49,250 --> 00:39:51,790 Marcel won't be denied his tea. 482 00:39:51,958 --> 00:39:53,249 I realize that. 483 00:39:53,416 --> 00:39:56,207 Marcel, are you sorry now? 484 00:39:57,250 --> 00:39:59,124 You won't answer? 485 00:40:00,125 --> 00:40:02,249 No sign of impatience. That's progress. 486 00:40:02,416 --> 00:40:05,165 Come, Mr Pinsard. Your friend's waiting. 487 00:40:05,333 --> 00:40:07,832 - Goodbye, sir. - Goodbye, miss. 488 00:40:11,916 --> 00:40:14,499 And now exchange your birds. 489 00:40:19,833 --> 00:40:21,915 Listen to that. 490 00:40:22,083 --> 00:40:25,540 We train organists. Some of them are famous. 491 00:40:25,708 --> 00:40:27,790 Is the teacher blind? 492 00:40:27,958 --> 00:40:31,915 Miss Louveau? Naturally. It's why her pupils trust her. 493 00:40:32,083 --> 00:40:36,415 As I can see a little, they take me for an outsider. 494 00:40:36,583 --> 00:40:39,582 But with Louise, they feel safe. 495 00:40:41,083 --> 00:40:42,624 One second. 496 00:40:43,458 --> 00:40:47,374 There. Yesterday's work on its way to be sold. 497 00:40:47,541 --> 00:40:50,915 Nothing to interest you. Baskets, chairs, brushes... 498 00:40:51,083 --> 00:40:53,999 - No. Radios interest me. - I know. 499 00:40:54,166 --> 00:40:56,249 - Sister! - Oh, one second. 500 00:40:56,416 --> 00:40:59,874 Did you mention Guichard's case to the board? 501 00:41:36,041 --> 00:41:38,124 Sorry about that. I'm all yours. 502 00:41:38,291 --> 00:41:41,665 We also train carpenters and piano repairers. 503 00:41:41,833 --> 00:41:43,957 - They do it as a hobby? - No. 504 00:41:44,125 --> 00:41:46,040 They're much in demand. 505 00:41:46,208 --> 00:41:48,457 They're very conscientious. 506 00:41:48,625 --> 00:41:51,290 Any blind person can learn a trade, 507 00:41:51,458 --> 00:41:54,457 provided someone brings them and fetches them. 508 00:41:54,625 --> 00:41:57,832 - And where does Gaillard work? - Right here. 509 00:42:01,208 --> 00:42:02,249 Can we come in? 510 00:42:02,458 --> 00:42:05,915 Sister Gabrielle. I wondered if you'd come. 511 00:42:06,083 --> 00:42:08,624 - I promised. - Oh, you're here too? 512 00:42:08,791 --> 00:42:10,749 - Did you bring your radio? - Yes. 513 00:42:10,916 --> 00:42:12,999 I'll make room in the cupboard. 514 00:42:13,166 --> 00:42:15,124 Give it to me... No, wait. 515 00:42:15,291 --> 00:42:17,707 Better you find your way alone. 516 00:42:17,875 --> 00:42:20,665 From the door, 5 paces ahead, 517 00:42:20,833 --> 00:42:23,082 then turn left, 3 paces, 518 00:42:23,250 --> 00:42:26,457 and you're right in front of the cupboard. 519 00:42:26,625 --> 00:42:27,957 - Want to try? - Yes. 520 00:42:28,125 --> 00:42:30,832 Sister Gabrielle will guide you. 521 00:42:31,000 --> 00:42:33,499 This way. Back up. 522 00:42:34,625 --> 00:42:38,749 Remember, 5 paces forward and 3 to the left. 523 00:42:38,958 --> 00:42:40,332 Straight ahead. 524 00:42:48,250 --> 00:42:50,874 - Got it? - Just here, yes. 525 00:42:51,041 --> 00:42:52,457 Open it. 526 00:42:59,375 --> 00:43:00,665 - I've done it. - Right. 527 00:43:00,833 --> 00:43:05,040 On the left you'll find a space for your radio. 528 00:43:11,000 --> 00:43:15,832 Now the work bench and tools. Turn 180 degrees. 529 00:43:18,041 --> 00:43:19,457 Walk 5 paces. 530 00:43:23,458 --> 00:43:25,124 You're at the work bench. 531 00:43:25,291 --> 00:43:27,999 You'll find the tools hanging up. 532 00:43:28,166 --> 00:43:30,832 They're arranged from the biggest to the smallest. 533 00:43:31,000 --> 00:43:32,707 Extend your right arm. 534 00:43:35,291 --> 00:43:36,874 On the right, the pliers, 535 00:43:39,375 --> 00:43:42,832 and on the left the screwdrivers and what-have-you. 536 00:43:43,000 --> 00:43:45,124 You can find them with your eyes closed. 537 00:43:52,666 --> 00:43:55,082 Your machine hurts, doctor. 538 00:43:55,250 --> 00:43:56,874 Just be patient. 539 00:43:59,291 --> 00:44:02,124 There. All over. Everything's normal. 540 00:44:02,291 --> 00:44:07,165 It's like looking through fog. The glasses don't help. 541 00:44:08,375 --> 00:44:10,915 You've always had weak eyesight. 542 00:44:11,083 --> 00:44:14,124 - Why should it change now? - Because it bothers me. 543 00:44:14,291 --> 00:44:17,165 I need stronger glasses. 544 00:44:17,333 --> 00:44:19,540 I can't change them every 3 months. 545 00:44:19,708 --> 00:44:23,749 You get used to them, and your eyes grow weaker. 546 00:44:23,916 --> 00:44:26,665 I keep bumping into things. 547 00:44:28,666 --> 00:44:30,707 - Doctor. - Yes? 548 00:44:30,875 --> 00:44:33,832 Can't I have the operation now? 549 00:44:34,000 --> 00:44:34,999 What operation? 550 00:44:35,166 --> 00:44:38,374 My sister read me an article about a professor 551 00:44:38,541 --> 00:44:40,832 who performs grafts... 552 00:44:41,041 --> 00:44:44,540 In a few exceptional cases it's possible. 553 00:44:44,750 --> 00:44:48,582 And I'm not one of those exceptional cases? 554 00:44:48,791 --> 00:44:50,957 I know more about it than a journalist, 555 00:44:51,125 --> 00:44:57,082 who uses sensationalist headlines to raise unrealistic hopes. 556 00:44:57,250 --> 00:44:59,790 Please, doctor, in my case, 557 00:44:59,958 --> 00:45:02,749 can't something be done? 558 00:45:03,333 --> 00:45:05,540 - Be patient. - I see. 559 00:45:05,708 --> 00:45:07,749 Hope, ask for a miracle. 560 00:45:07,916 --> 00:45:11,249 Look, doctor, I cannot go blind. 561 00:45:11,416 --> 00:45:13,124 You have to accept it. 562 00:45:13,291 --> 00:45:16,624 I know all about preaching acceptance. 563 00:45:16,791 --> 00:45:19,040 - But I still have my sight. - One third of it. 564 00:45:19,208 --> 00:45:22,290 And I want to keep my one third. 565 00:45:22,458 --> 00:45:25,415 Tell me, Sister Gabrielle, are you afraid? 566 00:45:25,583 --> 00:45:30,707 It's not fear I feel but absolute terror. 567 00:45:30,875 --> 00:45:34,540 - I thought you had more character. - I'm not a saint. 568 00:45:34,708 --> 00:45:37,249 I'm just a worthless nun. 569 00:45:39,333 --> 00:45:42,249 Once. Twice. 570 00:45:42,416 --> 00:45:43,665 Three aces. Your go. 571 00:45:43,833 --> 00:45:45,665 - What do I do? - Say a prayer. 572 00:45:48,875 --> 00:45:50,540 Three thirty-one. 573 00:45:52,500 --> 00:45:55,082 Five forty-one. Coffees are on you. 574 00:45:55,250 --> 00:45:57,540 Miss Henriette, please. 575 00:45:57,708 --> 00:46:00,374 - Two more coffees. - Coming up. 576 00:46:02,750 --> 00:46:04,207 Double six. 577 00:46:05,041 --> 00:46:06,374 Six, four. 578 00:46:08,708 --> 00:46:10,207 Four, three. 579 00:46:26,708 --> 00:46:29,457 So, are you going to move? 580 00:46:29,625 --> 00:46:32,999 Yes. Wait. My knight to F4. 581 00:46:33,791 --> 00:46:36,040 That's not a good idea. 582 00:46:36,208 --> 00:46:39,332 Because I can take my rook, 583 00:46:39,500 --> 00:46:41,165 move it to D1, 584 00:46:41,333 --> 00:46:43,999 and say checkmate. There. 585 00:46:44,208 --> 00:46:46,124 - Checkmate? - Yes. 586 00:46:46,291 --> 00:46:48,999 What else are you going to do? 587 00:46:50,250 --> 00:46:53,374 That's it. I'll never play chess again. 588 00:46:53,541 --> 00:46:56,790 Ah, Sister, anger is a mortal sin. 589 00:46:56,958 --> 00:46:59,999 Tonight you must say 3 Our Fathers and 3 Hail Marys. 590 00:47:00,166 --> 00:47:01,665 Oh, shut up, you! 591 00:47:01,833 --> 00:47:05,665 - Gaillard, let me get you back. - Of course. 592 00:47:06,333 --> 00:47:08,499 Not interested in chess? 593 00:47:08,958 --> 00:47:12,249 It's too complicated for my little brain. 594 00:47:12,416 --> 00:47:13,832 I prefer belote. 595 00:47:14,000 --> 00:47:15,665 King trump and belote. 596 00:47:16,791 --> 00:47:18,082 Nine of diamonds. 597 00:47:18,250 --> 00:47:19,665 Eight of spades. 598 00:47:19,833 --> 00:47:20,915 Seven of clubs. 599 00:47:21,083 --> 00:47:22,207 And the lady. 600 00:47:22,375 --> 00:47:23,790 Eight of hearts. 601 00:47:23,958 --> 00:47:25,165 He didn't say "rebelote". 602 00:47:25,333 --> 00:47:26,332 It's obvious. 603 00:47:26,500 --> 00:47:29,624 The National Assembly passed a law. 604 00:47:29,791 --> 00:47:32,999 If you don't say "rebelote", it doesn't count. 605 00:47:33,208 --> 00:47:35,957 Either way, you're in trouble. 606 00:47:36,125 --> 00:47:39,374 You'll lose a fortune if it carries on. 607 00:47:39,541 --> 00:47:42,207 Clearly, with a partner like that. 608 00:47:42,375 --> 00:47:44,415 It's the way he plays. 609 00:47:44,583 --> 00:47:46,540 You owe me 183 francs. 610 00:47:46,708 --> 00:47:48,290 Coming right up. 611 00:47:48,458 --> 00:47:50,582 The rules forbid playing for money. 612 00:47:50,750 --> 00:47:51,874 But he won it. 613 00:47:52,041 --> 00:47:53,790 Rules are rules. 614 00:47:53,958 --> 00:47:56,249 Next time we'll play for beans. 615 00:47:56,416 --> 00:47:58,790 Tell me, accounts man. 616 00:47:58,958 --> 00:48:02,832 Should they use kidney beans or haricot beans? 617 00:48:08,208 --> 00:48:10,790 Mr Pinsard was pulling your leg. 618 00:48:10,958 --> 00:48:13,124 He's new so he's entitled. 619 00:48:13,291 --> 00:48:18,457 If he left it'd be a defeat for us and I'd be blamed for it. 620 00:48:18,625 --> 00:48:20,707 - Louise? - Here I am. 621 00:48:20,875 --> 00:48:23,707 - The latest prizewinner. - Hand it over. 622 00:48:24,791 --> 00:48:25,999 Thanks. 623 00:48:28,958 --> 00:48:31,915 It's a record. Transcribed a month after publication. 624 00:48:32,125 --> 00:48:35,665 Books are not meant to be removed from the library. 625 00:48:35,833 --> 00:48:37,540 It came from the workshop. 626 00:48:37,708 --> 00:48:41,999 - I'm fed up with repeating myself. - Sorry, Mr Moreau. 627 00:48:43,916 --> 00:48:47,415 Ladies and gentlemen, please return to the workshop. 628 00:48:47,583 --> 00:48:50,457 Ah. Rules are rules. 629 00:48:56,250 --> 00:48:57,915 - Shall we go, Gaillard? - Hold on. 630 00:48:58,083 --> 00:49:01,249 - I'll just crush Sister Gabrielle. - You think? 631 00:49:01,416 --> 00:49:04,040 Check your queen with my bishop. 632 00:49:04,208 --> 00:49:06,582 One minute will do. 633 00:49:06,750 --> 00:49:08,832 Check your king with my queen. 634 00:49:09,000 --> 00:49:10,499 Oh, I'm stupid! 635 00:49:10,666 --> 00:49:13,665 Don't be so hard on yourself, Sister. 636 00:49:14,875 --> 00:49:17,290 - Mr Pinsard? - Miss. 637 00:49:17,958 --> 00:49:22,082 Have you ever wondered what Braille feels like? 638 00:49:22,250 --> 00:49:25,165 I never did read much, especially Braille! 639 00:49:25,333 --> 00:49:29,249 - It only takes a few months. - By then I'll be cured. 640 00:49:29,416 --> 00:49:31,082 Checkmate. 641 00:49:31,250 --> 00:49:32,832 - Pinsard? - Yes? 642 00:49:33,000 --> 00:49:34,124 Excuse me. 643 00:49:34,666 --> 00:49:36,124 Back to work. 644 00:49:36,916 --> 00:49:38,915 Ah, there you are. 645 00:49:43,750 --> 00:49:48,457 Louise, you were right to invite Pinsard to learn to read. 646 00:49:48,625 --> 00:49:52,582 - To no avail. - You must insist. 647 00:49:52,750 --> 00:49:56,165 - Can I trust you with a secret? - I think so. 648 00:49:56,333 --> 00:49:59,624 Pinsard is certain he'll be cured soon. 649 00:49:59,791 --> 00:50:01,124 He's wrong. 650 00:50:01,291 --> 00:50:05,457 Dr Vaugeois was quite sure, but only I know that. 651 00:50:05,625 --> 00:50:10,082 Raymond Pinsard is totally blind. For good. 652 00:50:13,291 --> 00:50:16,082 - What do you think? - Not bad. 653 00:50:16,250 --> 00:50:19,332 If you win the next one, keep an eye on your wife. 654 00:50:19,500 --> 00:50:21,915 How would you take it? 655 00:50:22,083 --> 00:50:24,832 Just go for it. 656 00:50:25,000 --> 00:50:27,915 I think I'll play it off the cushion. 657 00:50:29,208 --> 00:50:32,207 - Raymond, can you move? - Oh, sorry. 658 00:50:38,750 --> 00:50:40,374 That's two. 659 00:50:45,416 --> 00:50:48,124 This one's trickier. 660 00:50:53,458 --> 00:50:55,874 - I got it wrong. - Never mind. 661 00:51:01,333 --> 00:51:03,290 What d'you think of that? 662 00:51:05,875 --> 00:51:08,624 - Won't you come and dance? - Me? 663 00:51:08,791 --> 00:51:11,040 I'll lead you, it'll be fine. 664 00:51:11,208 --> 00:51:13,457 Can you move back a bit? 665 00:51:14,083 --> 00:51:18,165 I've bothered them long enough. Now it's your turn. 666 00:51:18,333 --> 00:51:20,832 Don't be silly. It's a pleasure. 667 00:51:36,916 --> 00:51:38,540 I'll look stupid. 668 00:51:38,708 --> 00:51:41,165 No. Just let me lead you. 669 00:51:47,958 --> 00:51:50,707 - That's nice of Simone. - Yes. 670 00:51:50,875 --> 00:51:54,499 But she'd better wait till he's cured to marry him. 671 00:51:59,666 --> 00:52:01,332 Don't stiffen. Let yourself go. 672 00:52:01,500 --> 00:52:03,707 It's not that, but I... 673 00:52:03,875 --> 00:52:05,374 I feel awkward. 674 00:52:05,541 --> 00:52:09,207 - You want to stop? - I'd rather sit down. 675 00:52:25,583 --> 00:52:29,207 - Don't you feel well? - Oh, yes, I'm fine. 676 00:52:29,375 --> 00:52:31,999 You and your friends are kind. 677 00:52:32,166 --> 00:52:35,290 It's just that I'm embarrassed here. 678 00:52:35,458 --> 00:52:39,082 We all thought it was nice. It's all in your head. 679 00:52:58,708 --> 00:53:02,124 Gaillard, Mrs Michaud's here to fetch her radio. 680 00:53:02,291 --> 00:53:04,332 It's ready. Here. 681 00:53:09,291 --> 00:53:12,165 - Don't forget the bill. - OK. 682 00:53:23,208 --> 00:53:24,374 Oh, shit! 683 00:53:28,416 --> 00:53:31,040 - Did you burn yourself? - No, it's nothing. 684 00:53:31,208 --> 00:53:32,582 Nothing? 685 00:53:33,416 --> 00:53:35,957 I bet you've blown the fuses. 686 00:53:36,125 --> 00:53:40,915 I said I'd check the plug, but you're too impatient. 687 00:53:41,083 --> 00:53:43,082 I'm sick of being an apprentice. 688 00:53:43,291 --> 00:53:49,374 Don't let Moreau hear you say that. Radio's not really allowed. 689 00:53:49,583 --> 00:53:50,874 Moreau, Moreau... 690 00:53:51,041 --> 00:53:53,124 I'm impatient. I need to get on. 691 00:53:53,333 --> 00:53:55,332 The old Pinsard's back. 692 00:53:55,500 --> 00:53:57,457 You're making progress. 693 00:53:57,625 --> 00:53:59,665 Think of your friends. 694 00:53:59,833 --> 00:54:02,915 One accident and we'll all be on brushes. 695 00:54:03,083 --> 00:54:03,957 It's fixed. 696 00:54:04,125 --> 00:54:07,249 It's not dangerous, but be careful. 697 00:54:07,416 --> 00:54:09,624 You're not angry, are you? 698 00:54:09,791 --> 00:54:11,165 What do you think? 699 00:54:13,083 --> 00:54:15,999 - That's the Braille lesson. - Did you sign up? 700 00:54:16,166 --> 00:54:18,999 Yes. You weren't here, I was bored, 701 00:54:19,166 --> 00:54:21,749 so I signed up. - You did right. 702 00:54:21,916 --> 00:54:25,290 It'll make your fingers more supple. 703 00:54:25,458 --> 00:54:28,040 I don't care about the Braille. 704 00:54:28,208 --> 00:54:31,082 But I can sit on my bench 705 00:54:31,250 --> 00:54:33,915 and ask Miss Louveau questions. 706 00:54:34,083 --> 00:54:38,207 She takes hold of my fingers to explain and I love it! 707 00:54:45,666 --> 00:54:47,290 - Neublet. - Trabouillet. 708 00:54:47,458 --> 00:54:48,790 Thomas. 709 00:54:52,125 --> 00:54:53,540 Pinsard. 710 00:55:05,041 --> 00:55:07,457 Everyone open your books... 711 00:55:10,208 --> 00:55:12,082 at page 7. 712 00:55:12,250 --> 00:55:14,499 Paulette, read the first sentence. 713 00:55:14,708 --> 00:55:16,290 The rest can follow her. 714 00:55:16,458 --> 00:55:19,707 "In the courtyard 715 00:55:20,250 --> 00:55:22,207 "of the farm, 716 00:55:22,375 --> 00:55:24,457 "there are... 717 00:55:26,916 --> 00:55:27,790 "turkeys." 718 00:55:27,958 --> 00:55:31,499 Very good, Paulette. Your turn, Guibert. 719 00:55:31,708 --> 00:55:33,665 "The sheep 720 00:55:33,833 --> 00:55:35,874 "is in the... 721 00:55:36,041 --> 00:55:38,540 "in the... in the..." 722 00:55:38,708 --> 00:55:39,540 The meadow. 723 00:55:39,708 --> 00:55:40,999 "In the meadow." 724 00:55:41,166 --> 00:55:44,957 That's wrong. You're missing a sign. 725 00:55:45,125 --> 00:55:47,415 "In the cowshed, 726 00:55:47,583 --> 00:55:51,499 "with her little lamb 727 00:55:51,666 --> 00:55:55,790 "who was born on... at... 728 00:55:55,958 --> 00:55:56,915 At night. 729 00:55:57,083 --> 00:55:58,374 Mr Pinsard, 730 00:55:58,583 --> 00:56:00,874 we're here to work, not joke. 731 00:56:02,083 --> 00:56:03,207 Your turn, Marie-Louise. 732 00:56:03,875 --> 00:56:07,082 Break up the syllables and take your time. 733 00:56:07,250 --> 00:56:10,165 "The horse shakes 734 00:56:10,333 --> 00:56:13,290 "its head constantly 735 00:56:13,458 --> 00:56:17,457 "to get rid 736 00:56:17,625 --> 00:56:18,874 "of the flies." 737 00:56:19,041 --> 00:56:20,082 Very good. 738 00:56:20,250 --> 00:56:22,290 Take out your equipment 739 00:56:23,125 --> 00:56:25,790 and write the following: 740 00:56:25,958 --> 00:56:28,707 "The round moon is in the middle of the sky." 741 00:56:28,916 --> 00:56:30,582 Miss? 742 00:56:32,500 --> 00:56:33,832 Mr Pinsard? 743 00:56:34,000 --> 00:56:36,207 Can I ask you a question? 744 00:56:36,375 --> 00:56:38,999 Are you learning your alphabet? 745 00:56:39,166 --> 00:56:42,540 Up to F, yes, but I get lost after that. 746 00:56:42,708 --> 00:56:44,332 That's not very far. 747 00:56:44,500 --> 00:56:47,540 - Maybe I'm doing it wrong. - Let's see. 748 00:56:50,500 --> 00:56:53,207 Your book isn't even open. 749 00:56:55,458 --> 00:56:57,665 Rest your fingers on the page. 750 00:56:57,833 --> 00:57:00,040 The letter G, how many points does it have? 751 00:57:00,208 --> 00:57:01,832 - Three. - No. 752 00:57:02,708 --> 00:57:05,415 My hands are in the wrong place. 753 00:57:07,416 --> 00:57:10,540 Touch gently with your fingertips. 754 00:57:11,250 --> 00:57:14,124 Feel that? How many dots? 755 00:57:14,625 --> 00:57:17,582 - Er... four. - Good. 756 00:57:17,750 --> 00:57:20,415 And in what order are they? 757 00:57:20,583 --> 00:57:22,540 That's harder to say. 758 00:57:22,708 --> 00:57:26,499 In the first and second row, one, two, four and five, 759 00:57:26,666 --> 00:57:29,874 that represents the letter G. 760 00:57:30,041 --> 00:57:33,040 I can't help you if you don't apply yourself. 761 00:57:33,208 --> 00:57:35,540 I am applying myself, really. 762 00:57:35,708 --> 00:57:39,249 But I need someone to help me because... 763 00:57:39,416 --> 00:57:40,665 For afterwards. 764 00:57:40,833 --> 00:57:42,082 OK, let's try. 765 00:57:42,250 --> 00:57:44,290 - You're going? - Trabouillet. 766 00:57:45,125 --> 00:57:48,874 - Miss? - Would you mind helping Mr Pinsard? 767 00:57:49,041 --> 00:57:51,124 With pleasure, miss. 768 00:57:55,083 --> 00:57:56,332 Take my place. 769 00:57:56,500 --> 00:57:58,582 - It won't work with him. - Why not? 770 00:57:58,750 --> 00:58:00,165 It just won't. 771 00:58:00,333 --> 00:58:01,832 He's a beginner. 772 00:58:02,000 --> 00:58:05,374 You mustn't get angry. Count the dots. 773 00:58:05,541 --> 00:58:07,290 I can feel three. 774 00:58:07,458 --> 00:58:10,749 Definitely not. Your fingers are out of place. 775 00:58:10,916 --> 00:58:14,957 - Don't touch me. - Then how can I teach you? 776 00:58:15,166 --> 00:58:17,582 However you want, but don't touch me. 777 00:58:25,250 --> 00:58:27,874 I'll never do it. Forget it. 778 00:58:28,041 --> 00:58:29,707 Let me out. 779 00:58:31,208 --> 00:58:33,540 What am I doing here? 780 00:58:33,708 --> 00:58:36,374 In a few months I won't need it. 781 00:58:36,541 --> 00:58:39,290 No-one's forcing you to come. 782 00:58:39,458 --> 00:58:42,124 Please keep quiet or leave. 783 00:58:42,291 --> 00:58:44,582 That's what I'm doing. 784 00:58:53,541 --> 00:58:56,082 Children, back to your work. 785 00:58:56,250 --> 00:59:00,082 "The round moon is in the middle of the sky." 786 00:59:08,875 --> 00:59:10,290 Hello, madam. 787 00:59:10,458 --> 00:59:12,540 Are you well? 788 00:59:16,625 --> 00:59:18,707 - Hello, Noel. - Hello, Mum. 789 00:59:18,875 --> 00:59:21,082 Put your gloves on, it's cold. 790 00:59:21,250 --> 00:59:22,999 See you on Monday. 791 00:59:23,166 --> 00:59:24,499 - Hello, Henri. - Hello, Claudette. 792 00:59:24,666 --> 00:59:26,249 Hello, Andre. 793 00:59:26,416 --> 00:59:29,332 - Aren't your kids here? - Saturday's bath day. 794 00:59:29,500 --> 00:59:30,707 They won't be long. 795 00:59:30,875 --> 00:59:31,999 Hello, Raymond. 796 00:59:32,166 --> 00:59:32,999 Ah, Julien. 797 00:59:33,166 --> 00:59:34,415 - Hello, sir. - Hello. 798 00:59:34,583 --> 00:59:36,082 See you Monday. 799 00:59:36,250 --> 00:59:38,749 Yes. Have a nice Sunday. Bye. 800 00:59:38,916 --> 00:59:40,165 Hello, Dad. 801 00:59:40,333 --> 00:59:41,874 Ah, there you are. 802 00:59:42,041 --> 00:59:44,207 Touch my medal. 803 00:59:44,375 --> 00:59:46,040 Really? That's good. 804 00:59:46,250 --> 00:59:48,874 - Nice of you to come. - I was passing. 805 00:59:49,041 --> 00:59:51,999 - It's cold out. - You're like my mother. 806 00:59:52,166 --> 00:59:54,582 Francois's work is improving all the time. 807 00:59:54,750 --> 00:59:57,582 - He struggles with sums. - He'll get there. 808 00:59:57,750 --> 01:00:00,749 If he needs lessons, I'll give him some. 809 01:00:01,500 --> 01:00:04,957 Hey. We just passed two women. 810 01:00:05,125 --> 01:00:08,040 - Can you see them? - Of course. 811 01:00:08,208 --> 01:00:10,665 - What's she like? - Which one? 812 01:00:10,833 --> 01:00:13,165 The young one, obviously. 813 01:00:13,333 --> 01:00:14,832 She's not pretty. 814 01:00:15,000 --> 01:00:17,957 - Really? - She's fabulous! 815 01:00:18,125 --> 01:00:19,707 I knew it. 816 01:00:26,208 --> 01:00:28,249 Try and choose a nice one. 817 01:00:28,416 --> 01:00:30,249 Navy blue. All right? 818 01:00:30,416 --> 01:00:32,457 It should go with my suit. 819 01:00:32,625 --> 01:00:35,374 Grey and blue always go together. 820 01:00:37,416 --> 01:00:39,832 What cologne are you wearing? 821 01:00:40,000 --> 01:00:42,207 - I don't smell good? - Too good. 822 01:00:42,375 --> 01:00:46,874 Do you put that on to go to a concert with your friends? 823 01:00:47,041 --> 01:00:48,957 For the family, yes, but... 824 01:00:49,125 --> 01:00:51,540 Don't ask personal questions. 825 01:00:51,708 --> 01:00:54,415 I'm taking you to the centre, right? 826 01:00:54,583 --> 01:00:59,124 Officially yes, but man to man, I'm not going there. 827 01:00:59,875 --> 01:01:00,915 I guessed as much. 828 01:01:01,083 --> 01:01:04,582 Well, man to man, I'm not going to the football. 829 01:01:04,750 --> 01:01:07,082 I'm going racing at Longchamp. 830 01:01:07,250 --> 01:01:08,415 - Really? - Yes. 831 01:01:08,583 --> 01:01:11,582 That's why you asked to drive me! 832 01:01:11,750 --> 01:01:15,124 Having a blind man in the family can be useful. 833 01:01:15,291 --> 01:01:18,499 - That's not nice. - Oh, I'm kidding. 834 01:01:18,666 --> 01:01:20,624 I'm going to tell you something. 835 01:01:20,791 --> 01:01:24,082 Something wonderful's happened. I'm happy. 836 01:01:24,250 --> 01:01:26,415 No? Well, tell me, old son. 837 01:01:26,583 --> 01:01:30,540 I'll explain another time, but I wanted to tell you. 838 01:01:31,416 --> 01:01:33,457 Shut up, you mongrel! 839 01:01:34,708 --> 01:01:37,374 - I'll get my jacket. - Right. 840 01:01:37,541 --> 01:01:39,582 Tell me your history lesson. 841 01:01:39,750 --> 01:01:42,457 Charlemagne was a great conker... 842 01:01:42,625 --> 01:01:44,499 Conqueror. 843 01:01:44,666 --> 01:01:46,999 And... 844 01:01:47,166 --> 01:01:50,415 Emile, you're cheating. I can hear you turning the pages. 845 01:01:50,583 --> 01:01:51,415 Go on. 846 01:01:51,583 --> 01:01:54,124 And a great organizer... 847 01:01:54,291 --> 01:01:55,957 That's all for now. 848 01:01:56,125 --> 01:01:58,624 Put your books away. 849 01:02:14,666 --> 01:02:16,999 - Miss Louveau? - Hello. 850 01:02:17,166 --> 01:02:17,999 Goodbye! 851 01:02:18,166 --> 01:02:19,540 Who's that? 852 01:02:19,708 --> 01:02:22,124 A pupil who doesn't like Sunday lessons. 853 01:02:22,291 --> 01:02:24,582 - He'll fall over. - He can see. 854 01:02:24,750 --> 01:02:27,249 - I teach sighted pupils too. - You do? 855 01:02:27,416 --> 01:02:29,249 Did you come alone? 856 01:02:29,416 --> 01:02:32,832 My brother-in-law drove me. I came up alone. 857 01:02:33,000 --> 01:02:35,499 - Take your coat off. - Thank you. 858 01:02:40,958 --> 01:02:41,832 He's a friend. 859 01:02:42,041 --> 01:02:42,874 Go and lie down. 860 01:02:43,041 --> 01:02:44,207 - Is that Polka? - Yes. 861 01:02:44,375 --> 01:02:47,249 Give me your cane. Thanks. 862 01:02:47,416 --> 01:02:49,874 I know where everything goes. 863 01:02:50,041 --> 01:02:52,124 It seems nice here. 864 01:02:52,291 --> 01:02:53,790 How can you tell? 865 01:02:53,958 --> 01:02:57,749 Poverty and messiness have a smell. 866 01:02:57,916 --> 01:02:59,999 It smells nice here. 867 01:03:00,166 --> 01:03:03,082 - It's the furniture wax. - No, it's you. 868 01:03:03,250 --> 01:03:05,665 - Sit down. - Thank you. 869 01:03:09,416 --> 01:03:12,915 I've prepared something much better than reading. 870 01:03:13,083 --> 01:03:15,290 I'm open to anything. 871 01:03:35,458 --> 01:03:38,540 This is France, in 89 pieces of wood. 872 01:03:38,708 --> 01:03:39,665 They're the departments. 873 01:03:39,833 --> 01:03:43,832 You have to put them in the right place. 874 01:03:44,000 --> 01:03:47,540 - It's like a game of patience. - It's great fun. 875 01:03:47,708 --> 01:03:49,832 Each department has a unique shape. 876 01:03:50,000 --> 01:03:53,040 The forests, mountains and towns are raised. 877 01:03:53,208 --> 01:03:55,207 You'll soon recognize them. 878 01:03:55,375 --> 01:03:58,832 - You'll have to help me. - That's what I'm here for. 879 01:03:59,000 --> 01:04:01,374 Right. To start with, 880 01:04:01,541 --> 01:04:04,832 try and find me Seine-et-Marne, 881 01:04:05,000 --> 01:04:07,040 Yonne and Cote-d'Or. 882 01:04:07,208 --> 01:04:08,374 If you like. 883 01:04:08,541 --> 01:04:10,290 That's where I drove my engine. 884 01:04:10,458 --> 01:04:13,582 I know the hills and rivers. 885 01:04:13,750 --> 01:04:16,874 I think this is Yonne. Yes, here. 886 01:04:22,250 --> 01:04:23,457 It's funny. 887 01:04:23,625 --> 01:04:25,957 Do you mind if I explain? 888 01:04:32,333 --> 01:04:34,749 Do you feel the shape? 889 01:04:34,916 --> 01:04:36,124 Yes. 890 01:04:36,291 --> 01:04:39,082 That's the Paris-Dijon railway line. 891 01:04:39,250 --> 01:04:40,874 I know it by heart. 892 01:04:42,458 --> 01:04:44,790 There are poplar trees along the river. 893 01:04:44,958 --> 01:04:46,540 Wait. 894 01:04:46,708 --> 01:04:48,957 - Feel that lump? - Yes. 895 01:04:49,125 --> 01:04:50,040 That's the county town. 896 01:04:50,208 --> 01:04:51,624 - Auxerre? - Of course. 897 01:04:51,791 --> 01:04:53,040 Where's Joigny? 898 01:04:53,208 --> 01:04:57,374 - Wait... There. - That's where I had my accident. 899 01:04:57,541 --> 01:05:01,332 - Did it hurt very much? - It taught me a lot. 900 01:05:01,500 --> 01:05:06,040 When you can see, everything seems too easy. 901 01:05:06,208 --> 01:05:07,624 You have... 902 01:05:07,791 --> 01:05:11,749 work, friends, and... well, girls. 903 01:05:11,916 --> 01:05:13,999 - I'm sorry. - It's normal. 904 01:05:14,208 --> 01:05:16,415 I had a good life. 905 01:05:16,583 --> 01:05:19,082 Loustaud and I were kings. 906 01:05:19,250 --> 01:05:21,749 Loustaud was my fireman. 907 01:05:21,916 --> 01:05:25,249 I wonder if it'll be the same when I'm working again. 908 01:05:25,416 --> 01:05:27,124 Here. 909 01:05:27,291 --> 01:05:28,790 That's Paris, 910 01:05:29,791 --> 01:05:32,124 Cote-d'Or and Seine-et-Marne. 911 01:05:32,291 --> 01:05:34,082 You already have Yonne. 912 01:05:34,250 --> 01:05:37,124 Try to link Paris to Dijon. Go on. 913 01:05:37,875 --> 01:05:40,415 Would you like some tea? 914 01:05:40,583 --> 01:05:41,915 I don't usually, 915 01:05:42,083 --> 01:05:44,957 but as you're making it, sure. 916 01:05:49,666 --> 01:05:52,832 Do you make your own food, too? 917 01:05:53,000 --> 01:05:53,874 Yes. 918 01:05:54,041 --> 01:05:57,415 I live alone. I make my dinner every night. 919 01:05:57,583 --> 01:05:59,040 I like my food. 920 01:06:01,041 --> 01:06:03,332 Can I ask you a question? 921 01:06:03,500 --> 01:06:04,457 Go ahead. 922 01:06:04,666 --> 01:06:07,999 Why were you so patient with me in class? 923 01:06:08,166 --> 01:06:10,374 I was pretty unpleasant. 924 01:06:10,583 --> 01:06:13,457 - Rude, even. - It doesn't matter. 925 01:06:13,625 --> 01:06:16,790 At the centre, I've met hundreds of blind people. 926 01:06:16,958 --> 01:06:19,624 You were the least suited to losing his sight. 927 01:06:20,333 --> 01:06:22,374 I'm also the only one who'll get it back. 928 01:06:25,625 --> 01:06:27,582 You were struggling. 929 01:06:28,250 --> 01:06:30,207 Refusing to accept it. 930 01:06:33,833 --> 01:06:37,874 When struck by misfortune, some people become sheep. 931 01:06:38,041 --> 01:06:40,624 Whereas you remained a man. 932 01:06:41,541 --> 01:06:44,290 Have you joined up your departments? 933 01:06:44,458 --> 01:06:46,915 I'm trying but I'm a little clumsy. 934 01:06:47,083 --> 01:06:48,874 I'll close the game. 935 01:06:49,041 --> 01:06:51,082 Mind your fingers. 936 01:07:08,916 --> 01:07:12,374 Ah. Come for a cuddle, have you? 937 01:07:12,583 --> 01:07:14,582 She wants a sugar lump. 938 01:07:35,708 --> 01:07:37,290 It's gone cold. 939 01:07:37,500 --> 01:07:40,665 - Shall I make some more? - No, thanks. 940 01:07:41,416 --> 01:07:45,332 You talk about others but not about yourself. 941 01:07:45,500 --> 01:07:47,749 My life's been uneventful. 942 01:07:47,916 --> 01:07:49,499 I didn't have to resign myself. 943 01:07:49,666 --> 01:07:53,082 I'm as at home in the dark as a fish is in water. 944 01:07:53,250 --> 01:07:57,540 All the same, it can't be easy having pupils like me. 945 01:07:57,708 --> 01:07:59,207 I'm passionate about one thing. 946 01:07:59,416 --> 01:08:04,207 Blind people everywhere can learn to read using dots. 947 01:08:04,375 --> 01:08:08,207 We're working on an international language for blind people. 948 01:08:08,791 --> 01:08:11,874 Then Gaillard could read in Chinese. 949 01:08:12,541 --> 01:08:16,040 Don't laugh. It will be possible one day. 950 01:08:16,208 --> 01:08:18,415 I represent France in a congress. 951 01:08:18,583 --> 01:08:21,290 Every year we get closer. 952 01:08:21,458 --> 01:08:24,082 When misfortune brings only suffering, 953 01:08:24,250 --> 01:08:25,790 it's detestable, 954 01:08:25,958 --> 01:08:29,415 but if it leads to a solution to a problem, 955 01:08:29,583 --> 01:08:31,999 it has meaning. 956 01:08:32,166 --> 01:08:35,457 In accepting it, you can find peace, 957 01:08:35,625 --> 01:08:37,707 even pride. 958 01:08:40,666 --> 01:08:44,082 That's all very nice, but I'd rather be cured. 959 01:08:45,208 --> 01:08:47,207 I've never been ill. 960 01:08:47,375 --> 01:08:49,290 I'm different. 961 01:08:49,458 --> 01:08:51,957 When I'm sad or tired, 962 01:08:52,125 --> 01:08:53,790 I turn to my books. 963 01:08:54,333 --> 01:08:58,707 They represent a world that's more real, and more beautiful. 964 01:09:00,250 --> 01:09:04,915 - But they're just novels. - No. They're books of verse. 965 01:09:06,333 --> 01:09:09,957 Everyone knows words contain music. 966 01:09:10,125 --> 01:09:12,624 Did you know they contained light? 967 01:09:15,708 --> 01:09:17,749 Listen to this Baudelaire poem. 968 01:09:17,916 --> 01:09:20,874 It's called Landscape. 969 01:09:23,166 --> 01:09:26,207 "It is sweet, through the mist 970 01:09:26,375 --> 01:09:29,665 "To see the stars appear in the heavens 971 01:09:29,833 --> 01:09:31,707 "The lamps in the windows 972 01:09:32,833 --> 01:09:36,999 "The streams of smoke rise in the firmament 973 01:09:37,208 --> 01:09:41,082 "And the moon spread out her pale enchantment 974 01:09:41,250 --> 01:09:44,332 "I shall see the springtime’s, the summers, the autumns 975 01:09:44,500 --> 01:09:47,832 "And when winter comes with its monotonous snow 976 01:09:48,000 --> 01:09:50,832 "I shall close all the shutters 977 01:09:51,000 --> 01:09:53,457 "And build my fairy palaces at night 978 01:09:54,875 --> 01:09:58,207 "Then I shall dream of pale-blue horizons 979 01:09:58,375 --> 01:10:01,582 "Gardens, fountains weeping into alabaster basins 980 01:10:02,458 --> 01:10:06,874 "Of kisses, of birds singing morning and evening 981 01:10:07,625 --> 01:10:10,665 "And of all that is most childlike in the idyll 982 01:10:11,791 --> 01:10:14,457 "Riot, storming vainly at my window 983 01:10:14,625 --> 01:10:17,249 "Will not make me raise my head from my desk 984 01:10:17,416 --> 01:10:19,624 "For I shall be plunged in the voluptuousness 985 01:10:19,791 --> 01:10:22,582 "Of evoking the Springtime with my will alone 986 01:10:22,791 --> 01:10:25,165 "Of drawing forth a sun from my heart 987 01:10:25,375 --> 01:10:28,040 "And making of my burning thoughts 988 01:10:28,208 --> 01:10:30,582 "a warm atmosphere." 989 01:10:32,333 --> 01:10:33,915 Am I disturbing you? 990 01:10:35,458 --> 01:10:37,040 No. Why? 991 01:10:41,791 --> 01:10:44,624 We were just chatting after the lesson. 992 01:10:48,041 --> 01:10:50,124 - What time is it? - 7.20. 993 01:10:51,250 --> 01:10:54,374 I hope you've had time to make some progress. 994 01:10:54,541 --> 01:10:57,124 I didn't realize it was so late. 995 01:10:57,291 --> 01:11:01,290 - Don't leave on my account. - My brother-in-law's waiting. 996 01:11:01,458 --> 01:11:04,457 - I'll help you put... - Let me do it. 997 01:11:04,625 --> 01:11:07,957 - I'm sorry, Miss Louveau. - This way, Mr Pinsard. 998 01:11:13,791 --> 01:11:18,124 Your cane, Mr Pinsard. Here. This way. 999 01:11:18,791 --> 01:11:21,707 I'm counting on your discretion. 1000 01:11:21,875 --> 01:11:24,332 We don't want any idle gossip. 1001 01:11:24,500 --> 01:11:26,790 - Good night. - Good night. 1002 01:11:47,000 --> 01:11:49,332 You'll think me ridiculous. 1003 01:11:51,416 --> 01:11:53,832 When I came in, I felt awkward. 1004 01:11:54,000 --> 01:11:54,874 Why? 1005 01:11:55,041 --> 01:11:59,332 You're paying too much attention to Pinsard. 1006 01:11:59,500 --> 01:12:03,499 He's a moaner who lowers the tone at the centre. 1007 01:12:03,666 --> 01:12:05,832 It's your business though. 1008 01:12:06,250 --> 01:12:08,582 - Anything for dinner? - No, I... 1009 01:12:08,750 --> 01:12:10,665 Right, we'll eat out. 1010 01:12:10,833 --> 01:12:12,207 If you wish. 1011 01:12:18,666 --> 01:12:21,124 Polka, come and say hello. 1012 01:12:21,583 --> 01:12:23,790 Come on. Be nice for once. 1013 01:12:26,083 --> 01:12:27,499 Charming as ever. 1014 01:12:30,333 --> 01:12:33,374 Are you sulking because your team lost? 1015 01:12:33,541 --> 01:12:35,082 The fresh air's tiring. 1016 01:12:35,250 --> 01:12:38,582 You left happier than you came home. 1017 01:12:38,750 --> 01:12:41,874 I heard the racing on the radio. 1018 01:12:42,041 --> 01:12:45,707 They all fancied Mayonnaise, but she was pipped at the post. 1019 01:12:45,875 --> 01:12:49,790 Luckily Julien doesn't gamble. The only vice he lacks. 1020 01:12:49,958 --> 01:12:51,082 Thanks. 1021 01:12:51,250 --> 01:12:53,582 What, I can't make a joke? 1022 01:12:55,458 --> 01:12:56,290 Raymond, 1023 01:12:57,208 --> 01:12:59,082 what are you thinking about? 1024 01:12:59,250 --> 01:13:00,249 Nothing. 1025 01:13:00,416 --> 01:13:04,124 Try to go out with Simone. She had tears in her eyes. 1026 01:13:04,291 --> 01:13:05,540 To hell with Simone. 1027 01:13:08,000 --> 01:13:10,165 You've not eaten anything, son. 1028 01:13:10,333 --> 01:13:12,082 Shall I cut up your meat? 1029 01:13:12,250 --> 01:13:13,207 No, no, no. 1030 01:13:13,375 --> 01:13:16,707 I don't want anyone interfering, even with my food. 1031 01:13:22,333 --> 01:13:24,040 But what's wrong? 1032 01:13:24,208 --> 01:13:26,499 Julien, have some more mayonnaise. 1033 01:13:26,666 --> 01:13:27,707 No! 1034 01:13:27,875 --> 01:13:29,249 What's wrong with them? 1035 01:13:29,416 --> 01:13:31,874 Who's moved my bread? 1036 01:13:32,041 --> 01:13:33,832 Here it is. 1037 01:13:42,333 --> 01:13:45,207 A perfect day, my new trousers! 1038 01:13:45,375 --> 01:13:49,749 - Can't you be more careful? - I'm blind, you idiot! 1039 01:13:49,958 --> 01:13:53,249 Fantastic. He calls me names as well. 1040 01:13:53,458 --> 01:13:56,540 Shut up! Can't you see I'm upset? 1041 01:13:56,708 --> 01:14:00,249 - My trousers are ruined. - For God's sake! 1042 01:14:01,583 --> 01:14:03,999 You're headed for a padded cell! 1043 01:14:04,166 --> 01:14:06,707 - Julien, please! - Is it my fault? 1044 01:14:06,875 --> 01:14:10,290 Give him some champagne to cheer him up! 1045 01:14:10,458 --> 01:14:11,874 It was me who bought 1046 01:14:12,083 --> 01:14:13,665 the crockery. 1047 01:14:14,875 --> 01:14:17,624 You pen pusher. You bastard! 1048 01:14:17,791 --> 01:14:19,832 Say that again and I'll... 1049 01:14:21,333 --> 01:14:22,749 Are you hurt? 1050 01:14:28,000 --> 01:14:29,374 Dog-training Centre 1051 01:14:29,541 --> 01:14:32,790 Take a firm hold of the harness. Go on. 1052 01:14:35,291 --> 01:14:36,874 Let yourself be led. 1053 01:14:37,750 --> 01:14:41,374 Don't stiffen. Put your trust in the dog. 1054 01:14:44,500 --> 01:14:46,540 It takes six months to train them. 1055 01:14:46,708 --> 01:14:49,999 A guide and a friend. It's wonderful for the blind. 1056 01:14:50,166 --> 01:14:54,082 - How much are they? - 80,000 francs and rising. 1057 01:14:56,125 --> 01:14:57,457 80,000 francs. 1058 01:14:57,625 --> 01:15:01,249 - What do you think? - Being blind's becoming a luxury. 1059 01:15:01,458 --> 01:15:04,665 Take the dogs in, we're doing a demonstration. 1060 01:15:08,000 --> 01:15:11,207 Take me to the car. Polka will be getting bored. 1061 01:15:13,000 --> 01:15:16,707 It sounds like a valve spring. 1062 01:15:16,875 --> 01:15:18,624 Anyone got a light? 1063 01:15:18,791 --> 01:15:20,249 Yes, me. 1064 01:15:20,416 --> 01:15:22,665 - Is that you, Gaillard? - Yes. 1065 01:15:25,750 --> 01:15:26,999 Where are you? 1066 01:15:27,166 --> 01:15:28,290 Over here. 1067 01:15:28,458 --> 01:15:30,374 - Where? - By the car. 1068 01:15:31,958 --> 01:15:36,915 Here. Want to go and join the others? 1069 01:15:37,083 --> 01:15:39,957 No, I'd rather have a smoke here. 1070 01:15:40,125 --> 01:15:41,957 Feels like a nice place. 1071 01:15:42,125 --> 01:15:44,832 Oh, I don't care. I can't tell. 1072 01:15:45,041 --> 01:15:46,707 Well, I can. 1073 01:15:46,875 --> 01:15:49,999 From the smell I'd say there were pine trees. 1074 01:15:50,166 --> 01:15:51,249 Here we are. 1075 01:15:51,416 --> 01:15:53,082 Thanks, Alain. 1076 01:15:53,291 --> 01:15:55,207 Dad, come and see the dogs. 1077 01:15:55,375 --> 01:15:57,790 They're great. You can stroke them. 1078 01:15:57,958 --> 01:15:59,165 In a minute. 1079 01:15:59,333 --> 01:16:01,665 Why not take him now? 1080 01:16:01,833 --> 01:16:02,874 OK. 1081 01:16:03,666 --> 01:16:05,457 Come on, you. 1082 01:16:09,166 --> 01:16:11,332 Polka, where are you taking me? 1083 01:16:11,875 --> 01:16:12,915 Hi, Polka. 1084 01:16:14,125 --> 01:16:16,457 Not saying hello to me? 1085 01:16:17,041 --> 01:16:19,582 You've been avoiding me since Sunday. 1086 01:16:19,750 --> 01:16:22,540 I'm not avoiding you or seeking you out. 1087 01:16:22,708 --> 01:16:26,665 - I thought we were friends. - Isn't Mr Moreau enough? 1088 01:16:26,833 --> 01:16:28,874 I should have told you. 1089 01:16:29,041 --> 01:16:32,999 It's made things awkward. Help me resolve it. 1090 01:16:33,166 --> 01:16:35,915 Awkward? It seems quite clear to me. 1091 01:16:41,500 --> 01:16:43,749 When I arrived at the centre, 1092 01:16:43,916 --> 01:16:47,249 Lionel Moreau let me know I wasn't ugly. 1093 01:16:47,416 --> 01:16:49,165 Certain words, 1094 01:16:49,333 --> 01:16:52,374 certain gestures have an effect on a girl. 1095 01:16:52,541 --> 01:16:54,499 More so when she's disabled. 1096 01:16:54,666 --> 01:16:56,957 He could see, he had a choice. 1097 01:16:57,125 --> 01:17:00,124 His wanting to share his life with me 1098 01:17:00,291 --> 01:17:02,749 was unhoped for... 1099 01:17:02,916 --> 01:17:04,749 He hasn't married you. 1100 01:17:04,916 --> 01:17:09,082 Because I turned him down. It didn't seem right. 1101 01:17:09,250 --> 01:17:12,040 Maybe you don't love him that much. 1102 01:17:12,208 --> 01:17:14,790 Love isn't about being grateful. 1103 01:17:14,958 --> 01:17:16,582 Anyway, it's your business. 1104 01:17:16,750 --> 01:17:19,249 I don't tell you about the tobacconist's daughter. 1105 01:17:19,416 --> 01:17:20,749 I should hope not! 1106 01:17:20,916 --> 01:17:23,624 You don't have to be chaste to teach Braille. 1107 01:17:23,791 --> 01:17:26,582 - You're horrible. - No, I'm sorry. 1108 01:17:26,750 --> 01:17:30,624 I didn't mean to upset you. And I lied to you. 1109 01:17:30,791 --> 01:17:33,790 The tobacconist's daughter was before. 1110 01:17:34,458 --> 01:17:38,457 When she came back and I was alone in a corner, 1111 01:17:38,625 --> 01:17:41,124 I couldn't bear to see her. 1112 01:17:41,291 --> 01:17:44,915 As I said, love isn't about being grateful. 1113 01:17:45,083 --> 01:17:46,915 Why are you telling me this? 1114 01:17:47,833 --> 01:17:50,874 I might ask myself the same question. 1115 01:17:52,625 --> 01:17:55,165 Have you seen Miss Louveau? 1116 01:17:55,333 --> 01:17:59,165 No, I haven't, but she can't be far away. 1117 01:17:59,333 --> 01:18:01,790 Can you round everyone up? 1118 01:18:01,958 --> 01:18:04,999 - Yes. As for Louise... - I'll find her. 1119 01:18:05,166 --> 01:18:08,499 Try blowing the horn. She'll come back. 1120 01:18:08,833 --> 01:18:10,790 You won't convince me. 1121 01:18:10,958 --> 01:18:14,040 A guy who denies mustard to blind people 1122 01:18:14,208 --> 01:18:15,790 isn't very generous. 1123 01:18:15,958 --> 01:18:17,457 He has been with me. 1124 01:18:17,625 --> 01:18:20,207 Sorry, but he's no genius. 1125 01:18:20,375 --> 01:18:24,540 When he meets a woman who's educated, charming, pretty... 1126 01:18:24,708 --> 01:18:26,082 How would you know? 1127 01:18:26,250 --> 01:18:30,457 I have my informers, and my instinct. 1128 01:18:30,625 --> 01:18:32,915 When he meets a nice woman, 1129 01:18:33,083 --> 01:18:36,332 he acts generous to take advantage of her. 1130 01:18:36,500 --> 01:18:38,457 Let's not talk about him. 1131 01:18:40,041 --> 01:18:43,040 In 47 days I'll go back to Vaugeois, 1132 01:18:43,208 --> 01:18:46,124 and a few weeks later I'll be cured. 1133 01:18:46,333 --> 01:18:51,249 They won't let me drive a train but they'll put me in the workshop. 1134 01:18:51,416 --> 01:18:54,874 I'll go to the centre, come into your class 1135 01:18:55,041 --> 01:18:57,707 with a bunch of roses, and I'll see you... 1136 01:18:57,875 --> 01:18:59,832 Quiet, someone's there. 1137 01:19:00,750 --> 01:19:01,582 Who is it? 1138 01:19:04,166 --> 01:19:05,499 No-one. 1139 01:19:06,958 --> 01:19:10,624 They must be calling us. Come on, Polka. 1140 01:19:18,750 --> 01:19:21,374 What are you doing? 1141 01:19:21,541 --> 01:19:23,082 Reading. 1142 01:19:23,250 --> 01:19:25,790 I can't hear you turning the pages. 1143 01:19:25,958 --> 01:19:29,249 I'm thinking about a book I just finished. 1144 01:19:29,416 --> 01:19:30,915 Interesting? 1145 01:19:31,291 --> 01:19:32,332 Yes. 1146 01:19:33,208 --> 01:19:38,374 It's about a man who sacrifices everything for a woman he loves. 1147 01:19:38,541 --> 01:19:39,624 Sounds good. 1148 01:19:39,791 --> 01:19:44,457 In the hope of winning her. But he loses all the same. 1149 01:19:51,875 --> 01:19:54,915 You've sewn a white button on your black pullover. 1150 01:19:55,916 --> 01:20:00,082 Colors and I never really got on. 1151 01:20:11,125 --> 01:20:14,374 When you and Pinsard were walking back, 1152 01:20:14,541 --> 01:20:18,540 the person on the side of the road was me. 1153 01:20:18,708 --> 01:20:20,874 - I guessed as much. - How? 1154 01:20:21,041 --> 01:20:24,749 Because anyone else would have answered. 1155 01:20:24,916 --> 01:20:26,999 I was so surprised. 1156 01:20:27,166 --> 01:20:29,665 So curious to know what we were saying. 1157 01:20:29,833 --> 01:20:31,790 That's true. 1158 01:20:33,083 --> 01:20:35,915 I could protest, find other reasons. 1159 01:20:36,083 --> 01:20:38,999 He was holding your arm. You were laughing. 1160 01:20:39,166 --> 01:20:40,415 I wanted to hit him. 1161 01:20:41,125 --> 01:20:43,332 - You're crazy. - I heard you both. 1162 01:20:43,916 --> 01:20:46,790 His recovery, his return to the centre. 1163 01:20:46,958 --> 01:20:50,499 Roses and future plans. How touching. 1164 01:20:51,125 --> 01:20:52,499 Where do I fit in? 1165 01:20:52,708 --> 01:20:56,290 All sick men fall in love with their nurse. 1166 01:20:56,458 --> 01:21:00,374 - I've known many. - They were real blind people. 1167 01:21:00,541 --> 01:21:03,374 Pinsard isn't like the others. 1168 01:21:03,541 --> 01:21:05,415 He'll get better. 1169 01:21:05,583 --> 01:21:10,207 - So I can't talk to a sighted man? - What do you think of him? 1170 01:21:10,375 --> 01:21:12,332 He's a very moving case. 1171 01:21:12,500 --> 01:21:14,957 When I warned you about him, 1172 01:21:15,125 --> 01:21:18,082 you called me selfish and ridiculous. 1173 01:21:18,875 --> 01:21:23,124 I'm just afraid of losing the woman I love. 1174 01:21:23,291 --> 01:21:25,082 That's your first kind word. 1175 01:21:25,250 --> 01:21:27,457 What do you see in him? 1176 01:21:28,250 --> 01:21:31,415 His plans, his strength, 1177 01:21:32,291 --> 01:21:34,332 his taste for life, 1178 01:21:35,458 --> 01:21:38,540 when I know he'll never recover. 1179 01:21:38,708 --> 01:21:39,582 Is that true? 1180 01:21:39,750 --> 01:21:44,665 Now can you see why I was so patient and friendly with him? 1181 01:21:45,875 --> 01:21:48,915 Why didn't you tell me sooner, Louise? 1182 01:21:50,083 --> 01:21:52,582 It's horrible for him, of course. 1183 01:21:52,750 --> 01:21:55,124 But I'm relieved. 1184 01:21:56,166 --> 01:21:57,665 I was scared of him. 1185 01:21:57,833 --> 01:22:00,332 Mainly of... his recovery. 1186 01:22:01,291 --> 01:22:03,582 I want to marry you now. 1187 01:22:07,541 --> 01:22:10,374 There's nothing to stop us, is there? 1188 01:22:42,500 --> 01:22:44,207 Bye, Raymond. 1189 01:22:44,375 --> 01:22:46,082 Bye. And thanks. 1190 01:22:46,250 --> 01:22:50,082 - What are you doing here? - Fetching my medical records. 1191 01:22:50,250 --> 01:22:52,624 You'll have a life of leisure now. 1192 01:22:52,791 --> 01:22:54,374 Oh, don't you worry. 1193 01:22:54,541 --> 01:22:57,249 I'll soon be fit enough for the workshop. 1194 01:22:57,416 --> 01:23:00,999 Between you and me, the sooner the better. 1195 01:23:01,166 --> 01:23:02,540 - Careful. - Thanks. 1196 01:23:02,708 --> 01:23:03,874 - See you. - Bye. 1197 01:23:16,083 --> 01:23:18,499 These little figures are pretty. 1198 01:23:18,666 --> 01:23:21,040 They were sculpted by blind people. 1199 01:23:21,208 --> 01:23:24,040 I know. They're cute. 1200 01:23:24,208 --> 01:23:26,374 You'll go broke buying all those. 1201 01:23:26,541 --> 01:23:28,999 I want to introduce you to someone. 1202 01:23:29,166 --> 01:23:30,374 Hello, Pinsard. 1203 01:23:30,541 --> 01:23:32,082 Hello, Sister. 1204 01:23:32,250 --> 01:23:36,207 Your little celebration's very popular. 1205 01:23:37,208 --> 01:23:39,499 - Do you remember Mum? - I'm sorry. 1206 01:23:39,666 --> 01:23:43,207 I don't see too well now. Hello, Mrs Pinsard. 1207 01:23:43,375 --> 01:23:47,207 - Where's Miss Louveau? - At the buffet with some pupils. 1208 01:23:47,750 --> 01:23:49,124 Paulette. 1209 01:23:49,291 --> 01:23:51,915 What's a Christmas tree like? 1210 01:23:52,625 --> 01:23:54,832 Andre will explain. 1211 01:23:56,250 --> 01:24:00,832 It's tall, tall, tall, like a tall person, 1212 01:24:01,000 --> 01:24:05,040 with little lights that burn your fingers. 1213 01:24:05,208 --> 01:24:07,082 Very good, Andre. 1214 01:24:07,916 --> 01:24:10,957 - Miss Louveau? - Mr Pinsard. 1215 01:24:11,916 --> 01:24:13,582 This is my mother. 1216 01:24:13,750 --> 01:24:16,874 I told her how patient you are with me. 1217 01:24:17,041 --> 01:24:19,624 Your son has made a lot of progress. 1218 01:24:19,791 --> 01:24:21,749 I wanted to thank you 1219 01:24:21,916 --> 01:24:23,707 and to give you this. 1220 01:24:23,875 --> 01:24:25,332 Thank you. 1221 01:24:25,500 --> 01:24:28,374 It's perfume. The one you like. 1222 01:24:28,583 --> 01:24:33,749 You can get New York, Moscow, London... The lot. 1223 01:24:33,916 --> 01:24:36,082 This was built by a blind person? 1224 01:24:36,250 --> 01:24:37,790 Word of honour. 1225 01:24:37,958 --> 01:24:40,374 The centre can be proud of this. 1226 01:24:40,541 --> 01:24:42,499 - Know about radios? - A little. 1227 01:24:42,666 --> 01:24:44,290 It's an amazing set. 1228 01:24:44,458 --> 01:24:46,499 Two frequencies, 1229 01:24:46,666 --> 01:24:48,707 feedback, variable selection, 1230 01:24:48,875 --> 01:24:52,165 the world at your fingertips. - How much is it? 1231 01:24:52,333 --> 01:24:58,040 Well, we're just exhibiting it, to show what we're capable of. 1232 01:24:58,208 --> 01:25:02,582 - We weren't planning to sell it. - I'll give you 50,000 francs. 1233 01:25:02,750 --> 01:25:04,040 50,000 francs? 1234 01:25:04,208 --> 01:25:07,124 I need to call the guy who built it. 1235 01:25:07,291 --> 01:25:09,832 Mr Ariel, are you there? 1236 01:25:10,000 --> 01:25:14,915 Call Pinsard to the radio stand, please. 1237 01:25:15,125 --> 01:25:16,332 Your attention, please. 1238 01:25:16,500 --> 01:25:21,040 Raymond Pinsard is wanted at the radio stand. 1239 01:25:21,208 --> 01:25:23,749 Raymond Pinsard is wanted 1240 01:25:23,916 --> 01:25:25,957 at the radio stand. 1241 01:25:29,291 --> 01:25:31,415 Here is Mr Pinsard. 1242 01:25:32,250 --> 01:25:34,457 - What's up? - Come on. 1243 01:25:35,791 --> 01:25:40,415 Sir, this is my friend Raymond Pinsard, 1244 01:25:40,583 --> 01:25:42,249 who built the radio. 1245 01:25:42,416 --> 01:25:44,249 - Hello. - Congratulations. 1246 01:25:44,458 --> 01:25:47,457 I'm very impressed with your tuning system. 1247 01:25:47,625 --> 01:25:48,915 Very clever. 1248 01:25:49,083 --> 01:25:50,374 Is it patented? 1249 01:25:50,541 --> 01:25:52,540 It's just a DIY job. 1250 01:25:52,750 --> 01:25:54,874 I'll give you 50,000 francs. 1251 01:25:56,000 --> 01:25:59,165 That's very generous of you but it's not for sale. 1252 01:25:59,375 --> 01:26:01,582 Raymond, do you realize? 1253 01:26:01,750 --> 01:26:03,207 50,000 francs! 1254 01:26:03,375 --> 01:26:06,040 - It's a present for someone. - Pity. 1255 01:26:06,208 --> 01:26:08,249 He's misunderstood. 1256 01:26:08,416 --> 01:26:12,499 Everything made at the centre can be sold for its benefit. 1257 01:26:12,666 --> 01:26:15,582 Sorry but it was my idea, my work. 1258 01:26:15,750 --> 01:26:16,874 I was here as a volunteer. 1259 01:26:17,041 --> 01:26:19,332 You made use of our courses, the canteen. 1260 01:26:19,500 --> 01:26:22,540 The rules provide for it, Mr Pinsard. 1261 01:26:22,708 --> 01:26:25,499 That's as may be, but the radio's mine. 1262 01:26:25,666 --> 01:26:29,874 Someone offers you 50,000 francs and you deprive us of it? 1263 01:26:30,041 --> 01:26:32,624 I'm sorry but it's not for sale. 1264 01:26:32,791 --> 01:26:35,749 Well, I won't insist. Well done again. 1265 01:26:35,916 --> 01:26:37,124 Gentlemen. 1266 01:26:37,291 --> 01:26:39,040 I won't say well done. 1267 01:26:39,250 --> 01:26:41,832 You don't give away your friends' money. 1268 01:26:42,000 --> 01:26:43,915 You're overdoing it. 1269 01:26:44,083 --> 01:26:47,124 The head of care services is here. 1270 01:26:47,291 --> 01:26:48,999 I'm coming. 1271 01:26:52,750 --> 01:26:55,832 Good day to you, sir. 1272 01:26:56,000 --> 01:27:00,332 Would you like to come over to the Christmas tree? 1273 01:27:19,375 --> 01:27:23,165 Should auld acquaintance 1274 01:27:23,333 --> 01:27:25,415 Be forgot 1275 01:27:25,583 --> 01:27:30,749 And never brought to mind? 1276 01:27:31,708 --> 01:27:35,415 Should auld acquaintance 1277 01:27:35,583 --> 01:27:37,790 Be forgot 1278 01:27:37,958 --> 01:27:43,415 And auld lang syne? 1279 01:27:44,375 --> 01:27:50,790 For auld lang syne, my dear 1280 01:27:50,958 --> 01:27:56,332 For auld lang syne 1281 01:27:57,166 --> 01:28:02,874 We'll take a cup of kindness yet 1282 01:28:03,041 --> 01:28:08,374 For auld lang syne 1283 01:28:09,458 --> 01:28:13,624 And surely you'll buy 1284 01:28:13,791 --> 01:28:16,207 Your pint cup 1285 01:28:16,375 --> 01:28:21,957 And surely I'll buy mine 1286 01:28:23,000 --> 01:28:26,957 And we'll take a cup 1287 01:28:27,125 --> 01:28:29,624 Of kindness yet 1288 01:28:29,791 --> 01:28:35,749 For auld lang syne 1289 01:28:37,083 --> 01:28:44,165 For auld lang syne, my dear 1290 01:28:44,333 --> 01:28:50,040 For auld lang syne 1291 01:28:51,291 --> 01:28:58,207 We'll take a cup of kindness yet 1292 01:28:58,375 --> 01:29:03,957 For auld lang syne 1293 01:29:05,291 --> 01:29:09,499 A Guide Dog for Every Blind Person 1294 01:29:10,208 --> 01:29:12,832 You can't give away your radio. 1295 01:29:13,000 --> 01:29:15,332 It must be sold for the center’s benefit. 1296 01:29:15,500 --> 01:29:18,290 I'm giving it to Miss Louveau. 1297 01:29:18,458 --> 01:29:20,749 I insist you change your mind. 1298 01:29:20,916 --> 01:29:22,832 I'm not allowed to give presents? 1299 01:29:23,000 --> 01:29:25,374 Not to Louise, and not of that value. 1300 01:29:25,541 --> 01:29:27,915 Its value is the work I put into it. 1301 01:29:28,083 --> 01:29:30,540 Even less so one with sentimental value. 1302 01:29:30,708 --> 01:29:32,915 I was trying to avoid a fuss. 1303 01:29:33,083 --> 01:29:35,249 - What are you saying? - And you? 1304 01:29:35,416 --> 01:29:39,749 Simply that I've decided to ignore you. 1305 01:29:39,916 --> 01:29:43,874 It's quite simple: for me, you don't exist. 1306 01:29:46,291 --> 01:29:49,582 When the things I care about are threatened... 1307 01:29:49,750 --> 01:29:53,124 There's no place for you in Miss Louveau's life. 1308 01:29:53,291 --> 01:29:56,457 - And you? - She needed a companion. 1309 01:29:56,625 --> 01:30:00,499 And the companion needed a blind person. 1310 01:30:00,666 --> 01:30:02,249 Don't be insolent. 1311 01:30:02,416 --> 01:30:05,874 You claim to protect her but you're using her. 1312 01:30:06,041 --> 01:30:07,165 If you weren't disabled I'd... 1313 01:30:07,375 --> 01:30:09,290 Punch me in the face? 1314 01:30:09,458 --> 01:30:12,874 Make the most of it. In 2 months I'll be punching yours. 1315 01:30:13,041 --> 01:30:15,457 After my operation, I'll be like you. 1316 01:30:15,666 --> 01:30:16,874 You think? 1317 01:30:17,041 --> 01:30:20,874 Wait till you're cured before righting any wrongs. 1318 01:30:21,041 --> 01:30:23,999 - What if the operation fails? - What? 1319 01:30:24,166 --> 01:30:24,999 Good night. 1320 01:30:25,875 --> 01:30:29,957 - What did you mean by that? - I'm no surgeon. 1321 01:30:30,125 --> 01:30:34,457 You didn't make that up. Someone told you. 1322 01:30:35,125 --> 01:30:38,332 You made me angry. I... I'm sorry. 1323 01:30:38,500 --> 01:30:42,374 For telling me the truth? That's it, isn't it? 1324 01:30:42,541 --> 01:30:44,790 You told me the truth. 1325 01:30:53,250 --> 01:30:57,124 Legion of Honour Certificate 1326 01:30:58,375 --> 01:31:00,249 "Raymond Pinsard, 1327 01:31:00,416 --> 01:31:03,457 "badly injured in an accident 1328 01:31:03,625 --> 01:31:05,790 "that killed his colleague, 1329 01:31:05,958 --> 01:31:08,999 "bravely stopped the train 1330 01:31:09,166 --> 01:31:10,665 "and despite his pain, 1331 01:31:10,833 --> 01:31:14,665 "took the necessary measures to save many lives, 1332 01:31:14,833 --> 01:31:18,624 "a magnificent example of selflessness and sacrifice." 1333 01:31:27,333 --> 01:31:29,790 Raymond! Raymond! 1334 01:31:32,250 --> 01:31:34,749 Stay back! Stay back! 1335 01:31:40,625 --> 01:31:49,082 There's no place for you in Miss Louveau's life. 1336 01:33:33,916 --> 01:33:35,999 Shut up, you mongrel! 1337 01:34:46,458 --> 01:34:49,374 Have you seen a man with a white cane? 1338 01:34:49,541 --> 01:34:51,582 Yes. He went that way. 1339 01:35:29,333 --> 01:35:30,165 Raymond! 1340 01:36:25,458 --> 01:36:29,249 Mr Pinsard left us and his friends are overcome. 1341 01:36:29,416 --> 01:36:31,540 Have you written to his parents? 1342 01:36:32,166 --> 01:36:33,707 To his mother, sir. 1343 01:36:33,875 --> 01:36:36,457 After a week, as the rules state, 1344 01:36:36,625 --> 01:36:40,207 to ask if her son was ill or if we could help. 1345 01:36:40,833 --> 01:36:45,582 Sir, I took the liberty of inviting his brother-in-law 1346 01:36:45,750 --> 01:36:47,915 to appear before the board. 1347 01:36:48,083 --> 01:36:51,082 - He's in the waiting room. - Excellent, Sister. 1348 01:36:51,250 --> 01:36:54,582 Mr Moreau, would you show him in? 1349 01:36:59,208 --> 01:37:02,832 None of his friends could explain it. 1350 01:37:04,333 --> 01:37:06,415 Come in, Mr Latour. 1351 01:37:07,875 --> 01:37:10,415 - Take a seat. - Thank you. 1352 01:37:10,583 --> 01:37:12,290 Sister. Miss. 1353 01:37:12,458 --> 01:37:16,124 We have great affection for your brother-in-law. 1354 01:37:16,291 --> 01:37:19,915 We'd like to know why he shunned the centre. 1355 01:37:20,083 --> 01:37:22,582 He returned from the party totally numb. 1356 01:37:22,750 --> 01:37:24,249 Couldn't get a word out of him. 1357 01:37:24,458 --> 01:37:27,249 At dawn he tried to throw himself under a train. 1358 01:37:27,416 --> 01:37:30,374 I only just managed to save him. 1359 01:37:30,541 --> 01:37:33,957 Was there a reason for his sudden despair? 1360 01:37:34,625 --> 01:37:37,499 Raymond was hoping an operation would cure him. 1361 01:37:37,708 --> 01:37:41,040 He now knows that is impossible. 1362 01:37:41,250 --> 01:37:42,540 Who told him? 1363 01:37:43,166 --> 01:37:44,332 We don't know. 1364 01:37:44,541 --> 01:37:46,415 Sir, 1365 01:37:46,583 --> 01:37:50,665 only two of us knew Mr Pinsard was blind for life. 1366 01:37:50,875 --> 01:37:54,665 Who told him without taking the necessary precautions? 1367 01:37:55,333 --> 01:37:58,040 I give you my word it wasn't me. 1368 01:37:58,250 --> 01:38:00,540 Who was the other person? 1369 01:38:01,250 --> 01:38:03,665 Me, sir. 1370 01:38:03,833 --> 01:38:07,124 Did you say anything imprudent? 1371 01:38:07,291 --> 01:38:09,499 No, I didn't tell him. 1372 01:38:09,666 --> 01:38:11,749 I give you my word. 1373 01:38:12,583 --> 01:38:13,874 Then who? 1374 01:38:14,833 --> 01:38:16,249 Mr Latour, 1375 01:38:16,416 --> 01:38:19,249 do you think we can convince Mr Pinsard 1376 01:38:19,416 --> 01:38:21,915 that more than ever his place is here? 1377 01:38:22,083 --> 01:38:24,290 He's taken against the centre. 1378 01:38:24,458 --> 01:38:27,374 He asked me to fetch his things. 1379 01:38:27,541 --> 01:38:29,415 So if you don't mind... 1380 01:38:29,583 --> 01:38:32,457 Mr Moreau will take you to the workshop. 1381 01:38:32,625 --> 01:38:34,915 We are truly sorry. 1382 01:38:35,083 --> 01:38:38,415 Sir. Sister. Miss. 1383 01:38:42,500 --> 01:38:47,124 No-one will doubt your word, Sister, or yours, Miss Louveau. 1384 01:38:48,041 --> 01:38:51,665 It's less important to solve the mystery 1385 01:38:51,875 --> 01:38:54,707 than to persuade Pinsard to return. 1386 01:38:55,541 --> 01:38:57,457 I don't agree, sir. 1387 01:38:57,625 --> 01:39:01,374 The center’s moral responsibility is in question. 1388 01:39:01,541 --> 01:39:05,790 Mr Latour implied that an incident happened here, 1389 01:39:05,958 --> 01:39:09,499 during the party. I even wrote it down. 1390 01:39:09,666 --> 01:39:11,707 One second. He said... 1391 01:39:21,958 --> 01:39:25,957 I'm sorry, I can't read it. 1392 01:40:15,500 --> 01:40:16,957 Is that you, Lionel? 1393 01:40:21,333 --> 01:40:24,582 Don't try to avoid me. I was waiting for you. 1394 01:40:30,750 --> 01:40:32,082 What are you going to do? 1395 01:40:32,250 --> 01:40:35,457 Write to the director with my resignation. 1396 01:40:36,666 --> 01:40:38,832 Thank you for not betraying me. 1397 01:40:39,541 --> 01:40:42,707 I wanted to give you a chance to make good 1398 01:40:42,875 --> 01:40:44,665 by taking that decision. 1399 01:40:47,333 --> 01:40:49,374 What I did was abominable. 1400 01:40:50,208 --> 01:40:53,207 I won't try to explain it to the board. 1401 01:40:56,208 --> 01:40:59,915 But Louise, can you accept I have an excuse? 1402 01:41:00,083 --> 01:41:02,832 No. It's worse than if you'd hit him. 1403 01:41:03,000 --> 01:41:05,499 You don't know how it happened. 1404 01:41:05,666 --> 01:41:09,207 All the plans you both had... He was so sure of himself, 1405 01:41:09,375 --> 01:41:10,915 so contemptuous. 1406 01:41:11,083 --> 01:41:12,999 I didn't want to hurt him. 1407 01:41:13,166 --> 01:41:16,374 Just to tell him his plans were without foundation. 1408 01:41:16,541 --> 01:41:20,332 Because you think only a sighted person 1409 01:41:20,500 --> 01:41:22,165 can share my life? 1410 01:41:22,750 --> 01:41:27,290 That's where we were making a big mistake, Lionel. 1411 01:41:28,708 --> 01:41:32,999 With you, I've never been on an equal footing. 1412 01:41:33,458 --> 01:41:36,957 Never. And Pinsard didn't separate us. 1413 01:41:37,125 --> 01:41:41,332 He just brought an inevitable separation closer. 1414 01:41:41,500 --> 01:41:44,332 What will become of you alone? 1415 01:41:44,500 --> 01:41:47,415 - I've always been alone. - Oh, Louise. 1416 01:41:47,583 --> 01:41:49,874 Louise, I thought you loved me. 1417 01:41:50,041 --> 01:41:53,290 I thought I was defending you against Pinsard. 1418 01:41:54,583 --> 01:41:56,374 Poor Lionel. 1419 01:41:57,750 --> 01:41:59,915 How blind you have been. 1420 01:42:00,666 --> 01:42:04,332 And pointlessly cruel. 1421 01:42:04,916 --> 01:42:07,415 Can you never forgive me? 1422 01:42:09,208 --> 01:42:11,124 Come on, Polka. 1423 01:42:13,666 --> 01:42:16,832 At least let me take you home. 1424 01:42:17,416 --> 01:42:19,249 Polka knows the way. 1425 01:42:19,791 --> 01:42:20,999 Polka. 1426 01:42:47,583 --> 01:42:48,415 Yes, yes. 1427 01:42:48,583 --> 01:42:49,999 - Mum! - Yes? 1428 01:42:50,166 --> 01:42:51,290 Oh, you're there. 1429 01:42:51,458 --> 01:42:54,957 Close the shutters, the sun's in my eyes. 1430 01:42:55,125 --> 01:42:57,457 Yes, yes. Calm down. 1431 01:42:58,791 --> 01:43:01,665 - Need anything else? - No, no. 1432 01:43:01,833 --> 01:43:04,332 Take Gangster. Off you go. 1433 01:43:07,541 --> 01:43:11,207 - Am I bothering you? - No, but I'd rather be alone. 1434 01:43:37,375 --> 01:43:38,624 Hello, Sister. 1435 01:43:38,791 --> 01:43:41,957 Oh, Mrs Pinsard. Is your son here? 1436 01:43:42,125 --> 01:43:44,832 Yes, but he won't see anyone. 1437 01:43:45,000 --> 01:43:46,832 I just want a quick word. 1438 01:43:47,000 --> 01:43:49,707 When he gets angry he can be vulgar. 1439 01:43:49,875 --> 01:43:53,124 He won't be the first to rebuff me. 1440 01:43:53,291 --> 01:43:55,457 Come and get me, my child. 1441 01:44:09,083 --> 01:44:12,749 It's Sister Gabrielle. She wants to speak to you. 1442 01:44:12,916 --> 01:44:14,999 How are you, Pinsard? 1443 01:44:15,166 --> 01:44:16,082 Raymond. 1444 01:44:16,250 --> 01:44:19,082 It doesn't matter. Bring me a chair. 1445 01:44:24,500 --> 01:44:26,290 Thank you, Mrs Pinsard. 1446 01:44:26,458 --> 01:44:28,082 Now leave us. 1447 01:44:29,333 --> 01:44:34,999 So, you won't say hello to me? You think that'll intimidate me? 1448 01:44:35,166 --> 01:44:38,457 You're acting very badly towards the centre 1449 01:44:38,625 --> 01:44:42,040 and your friends, who understand only 1450 01:44:42,208 --> 01:44:44,582 that there's an empty place in the workshop. 1451 01:44:44,750 --> 01:44:49,124 It's bothering them. What you're doing is rotten. 1452 01:44:49,291 --> 01:44:51,915 Mind your own business, Sister. 1453 01:44:52,083 --> 01:44:54,332 But it is my business. 1454 01:44:54,500 --> 01:44:57,249 - I say again... - Once is enough! 1455 01:44:57,416 --> 01:44:59,874 I've had enough of good advice. 1456 01:45:00,041 --> 01:45:02,165 I've had it up to here. 1457 01:45:02,333 --> 01:45:05,415 Your doctor lied to me, so did my mother. 1458 01:45:05,583 --> 01:45:07,457 All of you who can see. 1459 01:45:07,625 --> 01:45:13,832 The worst thing happens to me, and a nun tells me it's nothing? 1460 01:45:14,333 --> 01:45:18,040 Finally, the Pinsard I know is back! 1461 01:45:18,250 --> 01:45:21,332 Everybody was having me on. 1462 01:45:21,500 --> 01:45:24,874 And you hurt me into the bargain. 1463 01:45:25,041 --> 01:45:27,124 You don't know what it's like being blind. 1464 01:45:28,250 --> 01:45:30,665 If only you knew, Pinsard. 1465 01:45:30,875 --> 01:45:35,124 I know, you have one-third vision. It's a world away from nothing. 1466 01:45:35,291 --> 01:45:38,415 Pray you'll stay in your world, Sister. 1467 01:45:39,458 --> 01:45:43,915 I prayed a lot and I still went blind. 1468 01:45:44,125 --> 01:45:47,290 And I made a mistake, Pinsard. 1469 01:45:47,458 --> 01:45:52,332 Dr Vaugeois told me a secret, but I couldn't hold my tongue. 1470 01:45:53,041 --> 01:45:57,040 If you don't come back to the centre, neither will I. 1471 01:45:57,208 --> 01:45:59,374 Why should I care? 1472 01:46:00,625 --> 01:46:03,749 I've never known anyone as stubborn as you. 1473 01:46:03,916 --> 01:46:07,499 If you won't come back for me, come for another. 1474 01:46:07,666 --> 01:46:11,290 One who didn't dare come and who gave me a message for you: 1475 01:46:11,458 --> 01:46:15,290 "Losing your sight is a misfortune, but losing hope 1476 01:46:15,458 --> 01:46:18,415 "is the biggest crime against life." 1477 01:46:26,500 --> 01:46:27,874 Xavier. 1478 01:46:28,041 --> 01:46:29,165 Andre. 1479 01:46:33,208 --> 01:46:34,415 Pinsard. 1480 01:46:40,083 --> 01:46:41,832 Miss Louveau. 1481 01:46:48,500 --> 01:46:49,624 Mr Pinsard. 1482 01:46:49,791 --> 01:46:52,749 I'd like to work with Trabouillet. 1483 01:46:52,916 --> 01:46:56,790 - That's impossible. - Why? 1484 01:46:56,958 --> 01:46:58,915 He's on holiday. 1485 01:47:00,166 --> 01:47:03,290 - But I can take his place. - Really? 1486 01:47:08,916 --> 01:47:11,874 Let's see. Where did we get to? 1487 01:47:12,041 --> 01:47:16,207 Oh, I think we'll have to start all over again. 1488 01:47:16,375 --> 01:47:18,207 I think so too. 1489 01:47:18,375 --> 01:47:20,249 So, as you remember, 1490 01:47:20,416 --> 01:47:23,832 you place your fingers straight on the page like this. 1491 01:47:26,500 --> 01:47:29,249 Oh, flowers. 1492 01:47:32,791 --> 01:47:36,082 They're wild roses. They're from my garden. 1493 01:47:51,291 --> 01:47:54,415 Subtitles: ECLAIR