1 00:00:02,000 --> 00:00:07,000 Downloaded from YTS.MX 2 00:00:08,000 --> 00:00:13,000 Official YIFY movies site: YTS.MX 3 00:00:47,200 --> 00:00:51,240 Luci and Sorina. 4 00:01:15,680 --> 00:01:16,960 Be careful! 5 00:01:18,040 --> 00:01:19,800 So, have they given you the money? 6 00:01:20,560 --> 00:01:23,160 Not yet. They will in two or three weeks. 7 00:01:23,400 --> 00:01:24,920 Two or three weeks! 8 00:01:25,000 --> 00:01:28,600 It's already been 2 months! What do you have to lose, anyway? 9 00:01:28,680 --> 00:01:30,360 You go there for an interview. 10 00:01:30,520 --> 00:01:35,280 Our director spoke with the guy, and it's going to be fine. 11 00:01:35,480 --> 00:01:37,960 Fine my ass! He'll ask me: "Why do you want to be an ad agent?" 12 00:01:38,080 --> 00:01:41,080 And what do I say: "I don't know what an ad agent does." 13 00:01:41,840 --> 00:01:44,600 They'll tell you! And at least you'll be paid. 14 00:01:45,080 --> 00:01:47,440 Don't you want to get away from this place? 15 00:01:49,520 --> 00:01:51,440 What the fuck have they done? 16 00:01:53,760 --> 00:01:55,280 Wait here! 17 00:02:06,120 --> 00:02:07,600 God damn you! 18 00:02:11,640 --> 00:02:15,440 Hey, how dare you move my stuff out without even telling me? 19 00:02:15,880 --> 00:02:18,360 Is he the guy that bribed you to let him move in to my place? 20 00:02:19,480 --> 00:02:21,320 Hey, how do you think you're talking to my bro? 21 00:02:21,400 --> 00:02:22,960 Uncle Emil, come here! 22 00:02:25,520 --> 00:02:27,000 Stinking thieves! 23 00:02:27,520 --> 00:02:31,120 You fucking son of a bitch, don't you swear or I'll come after you! 24 00:02:31,480 --> 00:02:33,400 Let him be, Uncle Emil. 25 00:02:43,320 --> 00:02:45,280 What now? You'll miss this place or what? 26 00:02:45,480 --> 00:02:47,840 - We'll manage, somehow... - We'll manage. 27 00:02:49,680 --> 00:02:53,200 You say that every time! I'm sick of it! 28 00:02:54,120 --> 00:02:57,680 We'll move all this to Aunt Leana And we'll sleep there 'till... 29 00:02:57,840 --> 00:03:00,920 'Till what? Don't you see how pathetic this is? 30 00:03:01,240 --> 00:03:04,320 To wait for the old woman to die so that we can move in to her place? 31 00:03:05,200 --> 00:03:07,320 I'll be damned! We'd better get the hell out of here! 32 00:03:07,480 --> 00:03:08,880 Where the hell to? 33 00:03:09,880 --> 00:03:13,040 Anywhere! Just leave this shitty place. 34 00:03:13,280 --> 00:03:17,000 - We can't just leave. We'll... - We'll what? 35 00:03:18,640 --> 00:03:21,080 We're thrown out in the street, and there's nothing you can do, 36 00:03:21,280 --> 00:03:23,720 there's no one to complain to and you're telling me it's not so bad! 37 00:03:23,840 --> 00:03:25,720 And you think it would be better somewhere else? 38 00:03:26,760 --> 00:03:29,000 It's pretty much the same everywhere when you're a nobody. 39 00:03:29,080 --> 00:03:32,040 It can't be worse, that's for sure. 40 00:03:41,960 --> 00:03:44,800 - What are you doing? - I'm going to my dad's. 41 00:03:45,920 --> 00:03:48,280 I tell you, something's got to change. 42 00:03:48,600 --> 00:03:51,520 But we have to solve it ourselves! What's your dad going to do? 43 00:04:09,040 --> 00:04:12,800 - So, what are we waiting for? - Don't know. He'll give us a sign. 44 00:04:13,000 --> 00:04:15,800 What kind of sign? You don't expect him to talk, do you? 45 00:04:16,000 --> 00:04:17,480 Of course not! 46 00:04:17,920 --> 00:04:21,680 Maybe we'll get an idea or... Something will happen. 47 00:04:22,440 --> 00:04:25,320 When we get a sign, we'll know, trust me! 48 00:04:25,800 --> 00:04:28,000 Actually, anything can be a sign. 49 00:04:28,240 --> 00:04:30,720 You'd better ask him something or make a wish... 50 00:04:30,880 --> 00:04:32,520 That's just what I'm doing. 51 00:04:32,680 --> 00:04:34,600 But it's enough to ask him in my mind, don't you think? 52 00:04:34,680 --> 00:04:38,000 - So, what did you ask? - None of your business! 53 00:04:38,200 --> 00:04:42,600 - What, you have secrets now? - No, but you laugh at these things! 54 00:04:43,120 --> 00:04:46,320 Who's laughing? Not me! But you're wrong, you know! 55 00:04:46,560 --> 00:04:51,040 You have to ask yes or no questions! Otherwise he can't answer! 56 00:04:53,400 --> 00:04:56,560 Say: Daddy, I want to emigrate! If it's ok, I don't know... 57 00:04:56,720 --> 00:05:00,920 Make those crows fly! Give the poor guy a chance! 58 00:05:01,320 --> 00:05:02,800 Look! They flew away! 59 00:05:02,960 --> 00:05:05,840 - Who flew? - The crows... flew away! 60 00:05:06,080 --> 00:05:07,880 That doesn't count! It was just an example! 61 00:05:08,080 --> 00:05:10,280 - Why not? - It's got to be organized! 62 00:05:11,440 --> 00:05:14,520 I'd ask: Isn't it better to just stay home? 63 00:05:14,880 --> 00:05:18,280 - That's not what I asked. - Yes, but that's what I'm asking. 64 00:05:19,360 --> 00:05:22,560 - Ok. So, if they fly, it's time to leave. - Yeah. 65 00:05:31,040 --> 00:05:33,360 - I think he's here! - Who? 66 00:05:33,840 --> 00:05:37,760 - Daddy, I feel like he's coming... - By car? 67 00:05:45,400 --> 00:05:48,800 Well, if this isn't a sign... Hey, listen! 68 00:05:49,760 --> 00:05:51,040 Luci! 69 00:05:53,880 --> 00:05:54,960 Luci! 70 00:05:59,920 --> 00:06:01,160 Please! 71 00:06:10,480 --> 00:06:12,400 Could you please help me? 72 00:06:25,000 --> 00:06:26,760 - I'm Sorina. - Jerome. 73 00:07:06,520 --> 00:07:08,440 Did you notice, that they're looking straight at us? 74 00:07:08,640 --> 00:07:11,840 - Yes, Sir. - I've one just like it in my bedroom. 75 00:07:12,160 --> 00:07:14,240 It brings you so much peace when you look at them... 76 00:07:14,320 --> 00:07:15,600 Thanks, Colonel. 77 00:07:15,800 --> 00:07:19,040 So, it doesn't really matter which department you work in, 78 00:07:19,200 --> 00:07:22,360 just take her out from behind the counter. 79 00:07:22,800 --> 00:07:25,000 She is very depressed after what's happened. 80 00:07:25,080 --> 00:07:28,440 - We'll move her to the ad agency. - Ok, I owe you one! 81 00:07:28,640 --> 00:07:30,760 - Colonel! - Never mind, Sir. 82 00:07:31,480 --> 00:07:34,840 Sir, there's a boy here, to be hired at the ad agency... 83 00:07:35,320 --> 00:07:37,040 Send him in. 84 00:07:44,600 --> 00:07:47,960 - Do you have a CV or something? - No, I... 85 00:07:48,160 --> 00:07:51,640 Then tell me a few things, name, address, occupation... 86 00:07:53,320 --> 00:07:58,960 My name is Lucian Timofte, I'm 29... What's my occupation? 87 00:07:59,360 --> 00:08:04,680 Right now I'm working at the greenhouse. I graduated Silviculture in '93 and... 88 00:08:04,840 --> 00:08:09,480 I used to work at the botanical garden, doing research. But funds has run out. 89 00:08:09,720 --> 00:08:12,240 And why do you want to become an ad agent? 90 00:08:12,760 --> 00:08:17,520 Actually, it's my wife's idea. We haven't been paid lately and she said... 91 00:08:17,720 --> 00:08:21,920 - Actually, her Headmistress said... - Which Headmistress? 92 00:08:23,560 --> 00:08:26,640 The Headmistress from kindergarten 69. 93 00:08:27,440 --> 00:08:29,720 Oh, so Madam Julea sent you. 94 00:08:31,600 --> 00:08:34,040 Let's see how she's doing! 95 00:08:43,920 --> 00:08:45,160 Aunt Leana! 96 00:08:49,880 --> 00:08:51,280 Aunt Leana! 97 00:08:52,720 --> 00:08:53,880 Luci? 98 00:08:54,480 --> 00:08:57,320 - Hello, Granny, is Gică home? - It's downstairs, working on the car! 99 00:08:57,480 --> 00:08:59,720 - You came to see Auntie? - Yes, but she's not answering. 100 00:08:59,800 --> 00:09:02,840 God, maybe she's sick again. Go check, it could be open. 101 00:09:03,960 --> 00:09:05,920 She was sick yesterday as well. 102 00:09:15,200 --> 00:09:16,680 Nicu, is that you? 103 00:09:16,880 --> 00:09:18,640 It's not Nicu, Aunt Leana. It's me, Luci. 104 00:09:18,800 --> 00:09:20,280 It's Luci, Aunt Leana! 105 00:09:20,440 --> 00:09:23,240 Auntie, I need to sleep here tonight, Ok? 106 00:09:23,480 --> 00:09:26,600 - Yes, dear, of course... - And Sorina, too... 107 00:09:27,960 --> 00:09:31,160 - Only to find some space... - We'll find space, Auntie. 108 00:09:33,920 --> 00:09:36,320 Gică, can you help me bring in some furniture? 109 00:09:36,480 --> 00:09:37,560 Sure... 110 00:09:38,080 --> 00:09:40,960 Hey, go tell Mom to give me the cigarettes. 111 00:09:41,520 --> 00:09:43,200 It's alright. She's here! 112 00:09:46,440 --> 00:09:48,640 What's this, you're drinking it with sugar again? 113 00:09:48,880 --> 00:09:51,960 - You're not allowed to have sugar! - It's alright! 114 00:09:52,240 --> 00:09:55,320 - So you won't fall asleep, right? - He told you not to fall asleep. 115 00:09:56,480 --> 00:09:59,400 I found this and next thing I know, that bottle hits me in the head. 116 00:09:59,560 --> 00:10:02,320 - So, where will you sleep? - At Aunt Leana's, for the time being. 117 00:10:03,520 --> 00:10:05,560 - And Sorina? - It's not going so well. 118 00:10:05,760 --> 00:10:08,800 She's fed up with all this mess. She says we should leave. 119 00:10:08,920 --> 00:10:11,800 And? What's keeping you here? No house, no parents... 120 00:10:11,960 --> 00:10:13,960 It's not that easy. If I had left earlier, 121 00:10:14,120 --> 00:10:15,920 it would have been something, but not like this. 122 00:10:16,000 --> 00:10:17,400 I don't want to clean toilets. 123 00:10:17,520 --> 00:10:19,680 Who said anything about toilets? You can work in construction or... 124 00:10:19,800 --> 00:10:22,200 If Nicu had figured something out, maybe I'd have gone. 125 00:10:22,320 --> 00:10:26,640 - Plus, I have to take care of Aunt Leana. - You can't stay here for an old hag. 126 00:10:27,360 --> 00:10:29,400 She brought me up, though... 127 00:10:36,080 --> 00:10:39,320 Know what? I was thinking I could get a job as a chef on a ship. 128 00:10:39,480 --> 00:10:41,400 Two bucks an hour... What do you think? 129 00:10:41,760 --> 00:10:43,960 - But you can't swim. - Doesn't matter. 130 00:10:44,160 --> 00:10:47,480 - You just have to know how to cook. - But you don't. 131 00:10:47,720 --> 00:10:51,160 Doesn't matter. I registered for a cooking class. 132 00:10:53,320 --> 00:10:55,760 - Hey, you think she's got some dude? - Who? 133 00:10:55,880 --> 00:10:58,400 - Sorina! - Bullshit! 134 00:11:03,560 --> 00:11:05,520 Hey, where's my furniture? 135 00:11:07,320 --> 00:11:09,440 A guy came and took it in a car... 136 00:11:10,120 --> 00:11:12,880 - A guy? - Yes, he came with your missus. 137 00:11:13,920 --> 00:11:16,240 - What's with this face, stupid? - What? 138 00:11:16,440 --> 00:11:18,320 - Leave him be. - Uncle Emil! 139 00:11:18,560 --> 00:11:21,480 - Don't wanna. He's such a loser... - Uncle Emil! 140 00:11:37,960 --> 00:11:40,200 Well done, children! 141 00:11:40,720 --> 00:11:44,240 The gentleman here, Mr. van Horn, is a guest from Belgium 142 00:11:44,560 --> 00:11:47,120 and he'd very much like to get to know you better. 143 00:11:47,480 --> 00:11:51,680 He likes children very much and would like to take one with him, 144 00:11:51,960 --> 00:11:54,480 when he leaves... Do you understand? 145 00:11:54,720 --> 00:11:55,920 Yes... 146 00:11:56,120 --> 00:11:58,480 The gentleman is going to ask you some questions, 147 00:11:58,640 --> 00:12:00,560 and you are going to answer him nicely, won't you? 148 00:12:00,680 --> 00:12:02,120 Your teacher is going to translate. 149 00:12:02,240 --> 00:12:04,040 - If you would please, Miss? - Yes, Ma'am. 150 00:12:08,120 --> 00:12:10,800 His name is Michael and he comes from the Netherlands. 151 00:12:11,240 --> 00:12:12,600 What's your name? 152 00:12:12,760 --> 00:12:15,080 My name is Costel Denis Purcărea, and I am in the senior group. 153 00:12:15,160 --> 00:12:16,760 Very beautiful name you have. 154 00:12:17,800 --> 00:12:19,840 Would you like to go with this nice man? 155 00:12:20,000 --> 00:12:21,400 Is he an orphan? 156 00:12:21,760 --> 00:12:25,800 Yes. His father died in a work accident. 157 00:12:28,880 --> 00:12:31,360 - Sorry, can I be excused for a moment? - Sure. 158 00:12:31,840 --> 00:12:34,840 Step aside so the gentleman can have a look at the other children, too. 159 00:12:35,000 --> 00:12:37,240 Dănuț, doesn't your father work at the store? 160 00:12:37,440 --> 00:12:40,320 Well, then what do you want? This is for orphan children. 161 00:12:45,960 --> 00:12:49,320 They let you out from the hospital? Weren't you supposed to stay longer? 162 00:12:49,520 --> 00:12:51,600 I'm ok! I had to go to the interview. 163 00:12:52,520 --> 00:12:54,760 - They hired me! - Good for you... 164 00:12:54,920 --> 00:12:57,560 - Aren't you glad? - Cut it out, the children are watching! 165 00:12:57,800 --> 00:13:02,320 - You'll see, everything will be fine... - Yeah... I brought you some clothes. 166 00:13:04,800 --> 00:13:06,440 So, what did you do with the furniture? 167 00:13:06,640 --> 00:13:09,280 I found someone with an empty flat, and I moved it there. 168 00:13:09,440 --> 00:13:11,640 I'm here with Gică, to move the bed to Auntie's. 169 00:13:11,800 --> 00:13:13,680 - We can stay there 'till... - What about her? 170 00:13:13,760 --> 00:13:15,960 She'll stay there too. She has nowhere else to go, does she? 171 00:13:16,040 --> 00:13:17,480 I won't move there. 172 00:13:17,640 --> 00:13:20,240 How can three people live there with all that furniture? 173 00:13:20,400 --> 00:13:21,880 How come?! 174 00:13:22,120 --> 00:13:25,720 I'll sleep here. I talked to the Headmistress, and she's fine with it. 175 00:13:26,800 --> 00:13:29,560 - As you wish. But you're wrong! - What do you mean, wrong? 176 00:13:29,720 --> 00:13:32,760 - You should think it over. - Think what over? 177 00:13:33,840 --> 00:13:38,480 I told you I can't go on like this! Did you think I was joking? 178 00:13:40,360 --> 00:13:44,120 Come on, I have to go now, the children are waiting for me... 179 00:14:32,760 --> 00:14:35,400 - Nicu, is that you? - No, it's me, Luci. 180 00:14:35,800 --> 00:14:39,720 - Oh, Luci... Are you going somewhere? - To work. 181 00:14:41,360 --> 00:14:43,520 And what exactly do you do there? 182 00:14:45,880 --> 00:14:49,320 - What was I supposed to do? - How shall I put it? 183 00:14:50,720 --> 00:14:53,640 The first thing you need to know in publicity 184 00:14:53,960 --> 00:14:57,480 is that not only people have a soul, objects have one, too. 185 00:14:57,840 --> 00:15:01,920 And if you learn to love the product you're giving a life to, 186 00:15:02,520 --> 00:15:07,920 then the customers will love it, too. If they love it, they'll buy it. So... 187 00:15:08,880 --> 00:15:11,080 To work, let's go! 188 00:15:42,800 --> 00:15:44,080 Wait a second! 189 00:15:44,240 --> 00:15:47,320 Aren't you ashamed to show up here after all you've done to me? 190 00:15:47,880 --> 00:15:50,120 And give me back my poetry notebook! 191 00:15:50,280 --> 00:15:54,600 Listen! This is my first day here. I'm replacing the guy who left. 192 00:15:56,840 --> 00:15:59,920 - I'm Luci. - Mihaela. 193 00:16:01,320 --> 00:16:04,080 Please, excuse me. I thought you were Vasile. 194 00:16:04,360 --> 00:16:07,080 It's ok. Can I make a call? 195 00:16:08,800 --> 00:16:10,760 We'd should go outside. 196 00:16:16,040 --> 00:16:18,440 Hello? I want to talk to Sorina. 197 00:16:19,760 --> 00:16:21,120 She's not there... 198 00:16:22,360 --> 00:16:24,240 Do you know where she is? 199 00:16:25,720 --> 00:16:33,280 Tell her I called, and I'll call her later. Thanks a lot. 200 00:16:37,320 --> 00:16:40,080 - Problems? - Thanks. Not really. 201 00:16:40,280 --> 00:16:42,640 I went with Gică, this friend of mine, 202 00:16:42,920 --> 00:16:45,280 to move some furniture, and it was gone. 203 00:16:45,800 --> 00:16:48,720 And it all ended with a small fight... You know women. 204 00:16:49,080 --> 00:16:51,640 So I called to see how things are going. 205 00:16:51,960 --> 00:16:54,240 - And, are they back together? - Who? 206 00:16:54,640 --> 00:16:56,280 Your friends. 207 00:16:58,600 --> 00:16:59,880 Want some? 208 00:17:00,600 --> 00:17:01,880 Thanks. 209 00:17:03,840 --> 00:17:10,240 - So, what's up with that guy, Vasile? - Same thing. Domestic trouble. 210 00:17:10,760 --> 00:17:16,600 Your friend should go and talk to the girl. Things like this can end badly. 211 00:17:17,520 --> 00:17:19,160 You don't say... 212 00:17:32,760 --> 00:17:34,320 Are you sure you know what you're doing? 213 00:17:34,400 --> 00:17:35,480 Yeah. 214 00:17:35,760 --> 00:17:37,240 Whatever you say. 215 00:18:46,880 --> 00:18:48,760 Good evening. Is Sorina there? 216 00:18:49,920 --> 00:18:52,080 She's no longer sleeping here. She moved out. 217 00:18:53,640 --> 00:18:57,560 - Do you know where? - She found a place somewhere else... 218 00:18:59,800 --> 00:19:01,560 Please excuse us. 219 00:19:29,720 --> 00:19:32,440 - Nicu? - It's not Nicu, Auntie. 220 00:19:34,440 --> 00:19:35,760 I'm with Gică. 221 00:19:45,160 --> 00:19:48,000 I called in the morning, she moved in to some flat. 222 00:19:52,040 --> 00:19:53,280 Alone? 223 00:19:54,400 --> 00:19:56,680 It's serious. You have to do something quickly. 224 00:19:56,840 --> 00:19:57,880 I know. 225 00:19:58,200 --> 00:20:01,280 If this house had been yours, things would have been different. 226 00:20:03,520 --> 00:20:06,400 Auntie is going to leave it to me, but I can't just rush her now, can I? 227 00:20:07,800 --> 00:20:11,080 Gică, I want to talk to Luci. 228 00:20:12,600 --> 00:20:15,240 What are you doing, drinking with sugar again? 229 00:20:15,640 --> 00:20:19,240 It's important for one to live well, not for a long time. 230 00:20:25,480 --> 00:20:26,960 Luci, dear... 231 00:20:28,240 --> 00:20:29,840 I want to help you. 232 00:20:30,240 --> 00:20:32,840 I see you've split out with your girl and it's a pity. 233 00:20:33,120 --> 00:20:36,560 I was thinking, what if I sell this house and buy two smaller ones? 234 00:20:36,720 --> 00:20:39,080 One for the both of you, and one for me. 235 00:20:39,800 --> 00:20:42,920 This is a studio apartment. You can't get anything smaller. 236 00:20:43,280 --> 00:20:44,760 - Can't you? - No. 237 00:20:45,640 --> 00:20:48,280 - What if I'd move elsewhere? - Where elsewhere? 238 00:20:48,400 --> 00:20:49,680 To the old age home? 239 00:20:49,800 --> 00:20:52,160 No way. We'll manage somehow, I'm sure. 240 00:20:52,400 --> 00:20:56,520 Go talk to her and see, 'cause if it helps, I'm ready to move out. 241 00:20:56,680 --> 00:20:58,000 No, Auntie. 242 00:21:05,720 --> 00:21:09,280 Auntie, do you want to come with us to the park on Saturday? It's nice. 243 00:21:09,960 --> 00:21:13,560 What are you saying?! I could get sick! You go. 244 00:21:13,840 --> 00:21:17,000 - Why get sick, Auntie? - What are you doing? 245 00:21:17,120 --> 00:21:18,640 Sorry. 246 00:21:22,800 --> 00:21:26,480 - You mean she moved here? - That's the address! 247 00:21:28,400 --> 00:21:31,120 - Look, 43A. - This is it. 248 00:21:35,360 --> 00:21:36,520 Good luck. 249 00:21:37,360 --> 00:21:40,000 And don't stay long! I want to see the match. 250 00:21:57,320 --> 00:21:59,200 Hi! Come in. 251 00:21:59,960 --> 00:22:03,200 Sorina, it's for you. Is your head ok? 252 00:22:09,240 --> 00:22:11,440 What's up, what are you doing here at this hour? 253 00:22:11,680 --> 00:22:14,680 - Can I come in? - Did something happen? 254 00:22:14,880 --> 00:22:17,200 - I don't know. You tell me... - What should I tell you? 255 00:22:17,400 --> 00:22:19,000 Like, who's this guy, for example... 256 00:22:19,160 --> 00:22:22,320 This guy saved your life. He took you to the hospital... 257 00:22:22,520 --> 00:22:24,840 And you moved in with him, to pay him back? 258 00:22:25,240 --> 00:22:27,760 That's why you came here, to raise a scandal? 259 00:22:29,640 --> 00:22:32,800 No, I came to ask you if you want to marry me, but... 260 00:22:49,560 --> 00:22:51,720 - I'm Jerome. - Luci. 261 00:22:57,120 --> 00:22:59,640 There's a football game on TV. You like football? 262 00:23:01,880 --> 00:23:06,080 - Why is he wearing my bathrobe? - I gave it to him, as charity... 263 00:23:06,240 --> 00:23:10,440 - How come, "as charity"? - For the soul of my late husband. 264 00:23:10,720 --> 00:23:12,800 He understood, at the cemetery, that I'm a widow. 265 00:23:12,960 --> 00:23:15,200 - But I'm alive! - You are not my husband. 266 00:23:15,560 --> 00:23:17,080 Oh, so I'm not! 267 00:23:17,440 --> 00:23:19,960 Listen to me, Jerome or whatever your name is. 268 00:23:20,120 --> 00:23:24,120 I am her husband. Stop it! Even if we're having problems now, 269 00:23:24,280 --> 00:23:26,240 don't think you can take advantage! 270 00:23:26,360 --> 00:23:31,720 - Otherwise, you'll have to deal with me. - Sorry, Luci, I don't understand. 271 00:23:32,280 --> 00:23:34,680 - What's he saying, Sorina? - What did he say? 272 00:23:34,840 --> 00:23:37,360 Cut it out! He doesn't understand Romanian. 273 00:23:38,040 --> 00:23:41,000 - How could you? - What? Do what? 274 00:23:41,400 --> 00:23:45,400 He going back in a week, happy now? 275 00:23:46,360 --> 00:23:51,240 And I'm sleeping in the kitchen, you can check that out, if you want to. 276 00:23:51,440 --> 00:23:52,920 - Luci? - Shut up! 277 00:23:53,080 --> 00:23:54,760 It's for you. 278 00:24:01,120 --> 00:24:02,120 Hello? 279 00:24:02,240 --> 00:24:05,160 Luci, don't be stupid. Tell him, man! 280 00:24:05,480 --> 00:24:07,800 I told him already but he doesn't understand. 281 00:24:08,200 --> 00:24:10,720 - Luci, have they scored? - Yes, it's one nil. 282 00:24:10,880 --> 00:24:12,320 For whom? 283 00:24:15,800 --> 00:24:17,240 Wrong number. 284 00:24:21,680 --> 00:24:25,800 If I catch you two spitting again, I'll get you out of here immediately! 285 00:24:29,520 --> 00:24:30,760 Feel better? 286 00:24:30,920 --> 00:24:34,080 Auntie, keep going if you want. I'm sick. 287 00:24:37,560 --> 00:24:40,640 Here, I brought you the tape with that song you were talking about. 288 00:24:40,840 --> 00:24:43,000 I found it in my father's office. 289 00:24:47,160 --> 00:24:48,360 Thanks. 290 00:24:53,600 --> 00:24:57,160 What about your friend? Have they solved their problem? 291 00:24:57,400 --> 00:25:01,280 Not really! She said she needs a few days to think it over. 292 00:25:02,480 --> 00:25:03,960 And what is he going to do? 293 00:25:04,240 --> 00:25:06,760 He'll wait! What else can he do? 294 00:25:33,400 --> 00:25:34,720 Taste it now. 295 00:25:40,680 --> 00:25:42,040 It's good, man. 296 00:27:16,280 --> 00:27:17,440 Auntie! 297 00:27:18,720 --> 00:27:20,000 Auntie? 298 00:27:21,200 --> 00:27:24,640 Auntie, open the door! I was just kidding, really. 299 00:27:24,800 --> 00:27:26,120 Auntie Leana? 300 00:27:37,720 --> 00:27:40,560 Luci, there are some policemen looking for you. 301 00:27:40,760 --> 00:27:42,520 What's going on? 302 00:27:50,040 --> 00:27:52,120 - Mr. Lucian Timofte? - Yes. 303 00:27:52,240 --> 00:27:53,600 I'm Colonel Vișoiu. 304 00:27:54,640 --> 00:27:56,560 - This is Mr. Zigfrid. - I'm Nae Zigfrid. 305 00:27:56,720 --> 00:27:58,440 - May we? - Please. 306 00:28:05,880 --> 00:28:09,640 Mr. Lucian, I'm your friend Nicu's friend from Germany. 307 00:28:36,000 --> 00:28:39,480 Be strong, Uncle Marian. And be careful how you broach the subject. 308 00:28:40,600 --> 00:28:43,440 Weren't you supposed to call Sorina today? 309 00:28:44,400 --> 00:28:46,120 I'll call her tomorrow. 310 00:28:49,000 --> 00:28:52,600 Auntie, I have to tell you something, and it's something... 311 00:28:54,920 --> 00:28:57,480 Listen, maybe it's Nicu... 312 00:29:05,680 --> 00:29:08,040 Hello. I'm Colonel Vișoiu, From the 42nd precinct. 313 00:29:08,240 --> 00:29:11,040 Ma'am, I'm sorry to tell you that your son has died. 314 00:29:15,000 --> 00:29:16,880 What the hell, Uncle Marian, are you trying to kill the old lady? 315 00:29:16,960 --> 00:29:18,120 It's better this way! 316 00:29:18,320 --> 00:29:20,640 It's true, there's a small shock at first, but then... 317 00:29:20,720 --> 00:29:23,520 - What the hell have you done? - Well, she fell ill on the spot. 318 00:29:23,960 --> 00:29:25,440 Please, don't tell me she's... 319 00:29:25,600 --> 00:29:29,000 What are you waiting for? Go quick, tell your wife! 320 00:29:32,520 --> 00:29:34,000 Wouldn't tomorrow be better? 321 00:29:34,160 --> 00:29:36,760 Tomorrow could be too late. Come on, go now! 322 00:31:01,560 --> 00:31:04,960 Mihaela and her mother. 323 00:31:11,440 --> 00:31:14,600 Today is the most important day of your lives. 324 00:31:15,040 --> 00:31:20,520 You are walking away, forever, together, on life's road. It's not an easy one, 325 00:31:21,280 --> 00:31:28,360 but at the end of this road, there are many satisfactions waiting for you. 326 00:31:28,760 --> 00:31:31,360 I declare you husband and wife! 327 00:31:40,280 --> 00:31:42,080 We are next, dear! 328 00:31:44,560 --> 00:31:48,520 Invite the guests inside. And go get Vasile. 329 00:31:52,840 --> 00:31:55,440 - Haven't you seen the bridegroom? - Vasile? 330 00:31:55,640 --> 00:31:57,720 Yes, yes, the bridegroom. 331 00:32:04,640 --> 00:32:06,720 You haven't seen Vasile? 332 00:32:09,400 --> 00:32:11,000 Leave it for now! 333 00:32:20,400 --> 00:32:22,000 Children, have you seen Mr. Vasile? 334 00:32:22,200 --> 00:32:24,760 Mrs. Headmistress, Costel and Dănuț are spitting at each other... 335 00:32:24,840 --> 00:32:27,040 - And we can't sing. - Aren't you ashamed of yourselves? 336 00:32:27,200 --> 00:32:29,040 People have troubles here and you're spitting?! 337 00:32:29,120 --> 00:32:32,280 Take your places and be quiet or I'll rip your ears off! Understand? 338 00:32:39,760 --> 00:32:41,920 - Vasile, is that you? - It's not Vasile. 339 00:32:42,080 --> 00:32:43,480 - Who is it, then? - It's Gabriel. 340 00:32:43,640 --> 00:32:45,400 Gabriel, have you seen Vasile? 341 00:32:45,640 --> 00:32:48,280 Last time I saw him, he was at the white car, Colonel. 342 00:32:48,640 --> 00:32:50,360 The one with food or the one with booze? 343 00:32:50,520 --> 00:32:52,160 The one with the booze, Colonel, Sir. 344 00:32:53,560 --> 00:32:55,240 Make it faster, we've to look for him. 345 00:32:55,400 --> 00:32:57,560 - Coming, Sir. - I'll be outside. 346 00:32:59,440 --> 00:33:02,480 One, two, three bottles missing. 347 00:33:03,120 --> 00:33:07,960 You go inside, you two in the alley and you come with me. 348 00:33:24,360 --> 00:33:26,640 We have 13 other couples waiting. 349 00:33:27,640 --> 00:33:30,120 Sorry, we have to pass on to the next couple. 350 00:33:36,320 --> 00:33:41,520 We'll find a good boy for you. It's better that it happened now. 351 00:33:52,840 --> 00:33:54,640 If this isn't a sign... 352 00:33:56,040 --> 00:33:58,480 - I think he's here. - Who? 353 00:34:51,920 --> 00:34:53,200 Please! 354 00:35:17,720 --> 00:35:20,040 I really don't know what we're going to do now. 355 00:35:20,240 --> 00:35:22,600 It's not the end of the world. 356 00:35:22,760 --> 00:35:25,160 There are many boys out there, maybe even better... 357 00:35:25,360 --> 00:35:28,200 Of course, but who's going to marry a girl in her situation? 358 00:35:29,920 --> 00:35:34,080 People are mean, everybody's talking about what happened. 359 00:35:34,280 --> 00:35:37,800 Why don't you let her go to America, to Mrs. Headmistress' daughter. 360 00:35:38,120 --> 00:35:40,960 She should go to Cristina, maybe she'll meet someone there. 361 00:35:41,160 --> 00:35:44,000 Send her where? God forbid, I have to take care of her here... 362 00:35:44,120 --> 00:35:49,880 And she's too naive, poor girl. I have to see the man myself. 363 00:35:50,320 --> 00:35:55,240 Look what happened with this Vasile! She said she loved him and that's it. 364 00:35:55,440 --> 00:35:58,680 Then, go to the matrimonial agency Emilia left the country with. 365 00:35:58,880 --> 00:36:01,760 Oh God, send her to some stranger, we're not stooping so low... 366 00:36:01,920 --> 00:36:05,160 Why not? Emilia is very well off, she stays home, takes care of the child, 367 00:36:05,280 --> 00:36:07,400 while here she didn't even have a high school diploma. 368 00:36:07,480 --> 00:36:08,720 Elena, listen to me, 369 00:36:08,840 --> 00:36:10,720 that one, the Belgian, the Dutchman, or whatever - is he married? 370 00:36:10,800 --> 00:36:13,640 He's not, Mrs. Headmistress. I asked him already! 371 00:36:13,920 --> 00:36:16,440 Dear me, Madam, if you could help me with this matter, 372 00:36:16,600 --> 00:36:18,360 you don't even know the good it would do me. 373 00:36:18,480 --> 00:36:20,480 Come on, Geta, if only I could do something. 374 00:36:20,600 --> 00:36:22,760 You know, Mihaela is like a daughter to me. 375 00:36:25,400 --> 00:36:27,280 Your poems are ok. 376 00:36:27,600 --> 00:36:29,760 Are they for yourself or to be published some day? 377 00:36:29,960 --> 00:36:33,080 I'd like to but it's not that simple! You need to have connections. 378 00:36:33,240 --> 00:36:34,640 I've also started a novel. 379 00:36:34,880 --> 00:36:37,120 - A novel? - A novel... 380 00:36:38,360 --> 00:36:40,520 Look, that's me in the eighth grade. 381 00:36:43,240 --> 00:36:44,840 And those are my parents. 382 00:36:45,120 --> 00:36:48,200 - Your father's a cop? - A policemen, yes. 383 00:36:49,240 --> 00:36:53,040 He also used to write. In fact, he's still writing. 384 00:36:53,200 --> 00:36:54,680 What, poetry as well? 385 00:36:54,840 --> 00:36:58,720 Now he writes for the Police Magazine. But when he was younger he wrote. 386 00:36:58,920 --> 00:37:01,800 I mean not like poetry, you know... But lyrics... 387 00:37:01,960 --> 00:37:04,440 - For songs, you mean? - Yes. 388 00:37:05,280 --> 00:37:09,480 You know that one with: I defend the red tie of the pioneer... 389 00:37:18,800 --> 00:37:21,360 - Oh come on, he wrote it? - Sure! 390 00:37:22,120 --> 00:37:24,800 Can you imagine, I sang it for 8 years in school, 391 00:37:24,960 --> 00:37:26,960 and never knew what "pledge" means? 392 00:37:29,320 --> 00:37:31,200 - Well, pledge is... - Mihaela! 393 00:37:31,760 --> 00:37:34,200 You know which one was nice? That one with... 394 00:37:34,640 --> 00:37:38,080 In the year 2000... What, don't you remember? 395 00:37:38,400 --> 00:37:42,600 When we shall not be kids, We shall have one single wish! 396 00:37:44,040 --> 00:37:45,760 It's so beautiful! 397 00:37:50,160 --> 00:37:52,520 Say, did you expect the year 2000 to look like this? 398 00:37:53,560 --> 00:37:55,160 - Mihaela! - Me neither! 399 00:37:55,400 --> 00:37:56,960 Excuse me a second. 400 00:38:00,080 --> 00:38:03,080 - Mom, what's up? - Nothing, dearest. 401 00:38:03,400 --> 00:38:05,840 I thought it would be a nice surprise to take you out to some restaurant. 402 00:38:05,920 --> 00:38:07,080 Did something happen to dad? 403 00:38:07,240 --> 00:38:11,120 No! Can't we just go out and talk like girls? 404 00:38:22,320 --> 00:38:25,440 Some nice things have been done, though, that's the truth. 405 00:38:27,600 --> 00:38:30,440 It's not Vasile, I'm with this new boy, Luci. 406 00:38:32,560 --> 00:38:36,520 Take Emilia, for instance, she didn't even have a highschool diploma, 407 00:38:36,760 --> 00:38:39,600 and she is very well off. She married that foreigner, 408 00:38:39,760 --> 00:38:43,600 stays home, takes care of the child, He takes her out on Saturday's... 409 00:38:44,160 --> 00:38:48,240 Just imagine how it would be to eat McDonald's every Saturday! 410 00:38:48,480 --> 00:38:54,160 That doesn't matter to me. I want to travel, write books... 411 00:38:54,600 --> 00:38:58,960 Yes, dear, but you need a stable situation. 412 00:38:59,880 --> 00:39:03,240 - What do you earn from writing? - Well, money is not so important. 413 00:39:03,520 --> 00:39:07,640 Until you need it! We are retiring this year. 414 00:39:08,040 --> 00:39:11,560 You need to have your own house, your own money... Take my word for it! 415 00:39:11,800 --> 00:39:13,760 I've counted every penny my entire life, I know better... 416 00:39:13,840 --> 00:39:15,720 Well, if you could do it, I'll do it, too. 417 00:39:15,880 --> 00:39:18,080 Things were different, in my time my dear, 418 00:39:18,280 --> 00:39:21,920 but nowadays there are so many people with means, why not take advantage? 419 00:39:22,120 --> 00:39:25,040 Men, that's their destiny, they must work, 420 00:39:25,480 --> 00:39:28,120 but for women, it's important to marry well. 421 00:39:29,280 --> 00:39:31,920 I'd like a boy who likes my poems, 422 00:39:32,600 --> 00:39:35,480 takes me for who I am, not only for my looks. 423 00:39:35,680 --> 00:39:40,000 Sure, dear, that's important, too, if he's got all he needs to support you. 424 00:39:40,200 --> 00:39:42,960 And hear this: This Dutch gentleman I told you about, 425 00:39:43,960 --> 00:39:46,320 he's a writer too. He could help you! 426 00:39:47,400 --> 00:39:51,400 I don't know, mom, meeting foreigners, like this... 427 00:39:51,840 --> 00:39:55,520 Come on dear, everybody's a stranger before you get to know them better! 428 00:39:58,040 --> 00:40:01,800 Mihaela dear, please, do it for me. 429 00:40:24,240 --> 00:40:27,640 - I understand that you write poems. - Yes! 430 00:40:29,280 --> 00:40:31,360 Would you like me to read you one of them? 431 00:40:31,520 --> 00:40:33,200 Yes, why not? 432 00:40:39,120 --> 00:40:44,160 It's my first poem, from when I was 15. 433 00:40:49,760 --> 00:40:56,040 It's spring again, I think of you, I know you are somewhere, and I'll wait for you 434 00:40:57,120 --> 00:40:59,560 to come to me, 435 00:41:00,440 --> 00:41:04,880 You will be handsome and I will be good We'll lose ourselves under the moonlight. 436 00:41:05,760 --> 00:41:09,000 I don't understand what it means, but it sounds very musical. 437 00:41:09,360 --> 00:41:12,840 I also write in French, like Baudelaire. You know him? 438 00:41:14,560 --> 00:41:18,200 - It rings a bell, but... - He was my father's favourite. 439 00:41:18,840 --> 00:41:21,760 And his favourite painter is Grigorescu. 440 00:41:22,480 --> 00:41:29,480 He painted a lot of pictures with... oxen carts. 441 00:41:34,080 --> 00:41:41,240 My father has a lot of copies of paintings with oxen carts. 442 00:41:43,480 --> 00:41:46,200 I also like copies of paintings. 443 00:41:49,680 --> 00:41:52,440 Do you want me to recite you a poem in French? 444 00:42:08,280 --> 00:42:10,960 - It's for Mr. Director. - Didn't you bring him a gift? 445 00:42:11,360 --> 00:42:13,320 It's from my wedding, from my godfather. 446 00:42:13,480 --> 00:42:17,160 - Crystal? - Only the girls came empty handed. 447 00:42:19,000 --> 00:42:22,280 I heard they even have doctors, Americans... 448 00:42:22,520 --> 00:42:24,880 It's all up to the Director though. 449 00:42:26,040 --> 00:42:27,680 Next, please! 450 00:42:33,920 --> 00:42:36,080 - Sit down, please. - Thank you. 451 00:42:40,560 --> 00:42:44,040 Name, first name and the actual status, for the record. 452 00:42:44,320 --> 00:42:47,400 Mihaela Vișoiu. Unmarried. She's my daughter. 453 00:42:48,120 --> 00:42:51,160 - Why didn't she come in person? - She's a bit shy. 454 00:42:52,920 --> 00:42:55,440 Where do you want the gentleman to come from? 455 00:42:55,720 --> 00:42:58,960 - What do you mean, from where? - Like: Europe, America, Asia? 456 00:42:59,600 --> 00:43:01,440 Don't you have any locals? 457 00:43:01,720 --> 00:43:05,320 No, we only work abroad. If you want locals, go to another agency. 458 00:43:06,360 --> 00:43:07,920 From Europe, then. 459 00:43:09,080 --> 00:43:10,360 Europe... 460 00:43:13,240 --> 00:43:16,480 - Look here. - Don't you have anyone younger? 461 00:43:16,800 --> 00:43:19,440 They are young, too. How old is the girl? 462 00:43:20,080 --> 00:43:21,160 Twenty four. 463 00:43:23,360 --> 00:43:25,320 Twenty four... 464 00:43:25,600 --> 00:43:27,280 Here, this one. 465 00:43:28,560 --> 00:43:34,920 He's a very serious gentleman from Saudi Arabia. 466 00:43:35,840 --> 00:43:37,680 Never married before. 467 00:43:39,040 --> 00:43:41,840 - But he's ugly! - Ugly, come on! 468 00:43:42,840 --> 00:43:45,040 Maybe that one, the second one... 469 00:43:45,280 --> 00:43:48,480 - This one? - No, no, on the other row... 470 00:43:48,680 --> 00:43:53,000 - This one? - That one, a bit further... Yes! 471 00:43:56,440 --> 00:44:02,360 A very serious gentleman, from Cyprus, sailor, aged 35. 472 00:44:03,440 --> 00:44:09,000 Sailor? Sorry, don't you have a doctor or...? 473 00:44:10,240 --> 00:44:13,000 That one no, 'cause he's ugly, that one no again, 'cause he's a sailor. 474 00:44:13,120 --> 00:44:15,080 Look here, Madam, we are not at the market, 475 00:44:15,200 --> 00:44:17,960 these are people we're talking about. We can't negotiate like this. 476 00:44:20,480 --> 00:44:24,040 Here. They are doctors from Canada. 477 00:44:26,080 --> 00:44:28,920 - Why are they standing like that? - They are brothers. 478 00:44:30,440 --> 00:44:35,680 - I'd rather you recommend me someone. - Who should I recommend? 479 00:44:36,240 --> 00:44:42,840 There's a serious gentleman from Spain, works at the Opera House in Madrid. 480 00:44:43,200 --> 00:44:49,280 There are some others too... If you want, you pay the fee, and... 481 00:44:49,880 --> 00:44:54,600 Sure. I can also leave you a poem. My daughter is also a poet. 482 00:44:54,800 --> 00:44:59,360 - You don't say! Ok, I'll take care of it. - Thank you. Good day! 483 00:47:46,880 --> 00:47:48,800 Mihaela, honey, come quickly to the phone! 484 00:47:57,480 --> 00:47:58,640 Who is it? 485 00:47:58,840 --> 00:48:00,880 It's a young gentleman from Italy, very well-to-do. 486 00:48:01,280 --> 00:48:05,400 Mom, I found a boy I like. I won't date anyone else! 487 00:48:05,720 --> 00:48:08,000 Mihaela, listen to me for once! 488 00:48:08,360 --> 00:48:11,560 He has a house in Milan, he's got a car, a publishing house. 489 00:48:11,720 --> 00:48:15,400 - How would you know? - Madam Julea spoke to him, in Italian. 490 00:48:16,320 --> 00:48:19,920 - He could be eighty, or something. - No, dear, listen to me, he's young. 491 00:48:20,120 --> 00:48:22,520 And he likes your poems, dear! He read them and he likes them! 492 00:48:22,600 --> 00:48:25,400 The gentleman at the agency sent one of your poems with your picture, 493 00:48:25,560 --> 00:48:28,600 and the next day this boy called, saying he wants to meet you. 494 00:48:29,080 --> 00:48:30,920 It's not polite to keep him waiting! 495 00:48:31,160 --> 00:48:33,480 What's the name of his publishing house? Ask him! 496 00:48:40,280 --> 00:48:42,640 Esperanza, and prints a thousand titles a year and... 497 00:48:42,800 --> 00:48:44,080 How old is he? 498 00:48:46,080 --> 00:48:49,160 Fifty-nine. Mihaela, sorry! 499 00:48:49,600 --> 00:48:52,320 His publishing house is 59 years old, Luigi is 23! 500 00:48:52,520 --> 00:48:55,960 - And tall is he? - Dear, it's no polite to ask him this. 501 00:48:56,200 --> 00:48:59,120 I want to know tall he is. What if he's a fat dwarf? 502 00:49:04,120 --> 00:49:07,680 One eighty six, and 76 kilos, and he's athletic. 503 00:49:07,920 --> 00:49:10,080 - Is he bald? - Mihaela, please! 504 00:49:17,920 --> 00:49:21,600 He's dark-haired and has brown eyes. He wants to speak to you, Mihaela! 505 00:49:21,800 --> 00:49:25,120 - He wants to hear your voice. - Let him send a picture first. 506 00:49:25,520 --> 00:49:27,840 There is no time for pictures, he already bought his plane ticket 507 00:49:27,920 --> 00:49:30,320 to come here the day after tomorrow. He asks if it's all right with you. 508 00:49:30,400 --> 00:49:33,320 Yes, sure, give him the address! See, honey, he's an honest man, 509 00:49:33,480 --> 00:49:36,040 he wants to come here, to be introduced to us properly. 510 00:49:36,240 --> 00:49:37,840 Take care, you invited him! 511 00:49:38,000 --> 00:49:39,840 If he publishes my poems, I'll go with him, but 512 00:49:40,040 --> 00:49:41,800 don't you dare to say anything later. 513 00:49:41,960 --> 00:49:45,600 Didn't you hear, he's young and of a good family. It could be our chance! 514 00:49:54,840 --> 00:49:55,960 Oh my! 515 00:49:56,200 --> 00:49:58,920 Everything has to be clean until the day after tomorrow. 516 00:49:59,960 --> 00:50:04,840 Listen, maybe you could tell my husband, 'cause he might not agree. 517 00:50:05,720 --> 00:50:10,720 - I think he respects you. - Sure! Let's clean this place up! 518 00:50:11,040 --> 00:50:12,400 What's this? 519 00:50:39,920 --> 00:50:41,560 What's with you? 520 00:50:42,520 --> 00:50:44,320 I need to tell you something. 521 00:50:45,000 --> 00:50:47,920 I might be able to get my poems published, after all. 522 00:50:49,080 --> 00:50:51,040 Very well, isn't that what you wanted? 523 00:50:52,760 --> 00:50:54,160 Yes, but... 524 00:50:55,400 --> 00:50:58,800 I mean, we all have to make sacrifices for what we want, don't we? 525 00:50:59,960 --> 00:51:04,560 - Yeah. - And, I think I'll have to leave. 526 00:51:06,520 --> 00:51:08,960 No big deal. It was a shitty job anyway. 527 00:51:10,800 --> 00:51:12,200 Sure... 528 00:51:13,400 --> 00:51:15,960 Take this tape, as a gift. 529 00:51:16,560 --> 00:51:21,720 And I wrote another poem. But read it when I'm gone! 530 00:51:32,120 --> 00:51:34,440 I am very glad we met. 531 00:51:36,680 --> 00:51:37,920 Me, too. 532 00:51:41,400 --> 00:51:44,360 But everyone has to do what's best for him, isn't it? 533 00:51:46,920 --> 00:51:48,120 Yeah. 534 00:52:55,000 --> 00:52:56,440 Hurry up! 535 00:53:16,800 --> 00:53:17,960 Please... 536 00:53:18,200 --> 00:53:19,520 Cheers. Thank you. 537 00:53:47,440 --> 00:53:50,360 Wasn't it better to cook some cabbage rolls? 538 00:53:50,520 --> 00:53:52,360 Let make him feel at home. 539 00:53:59,200 --> 00:54:02,480 Remember you gave your word you won't spit, 540 00:54:02,760 --> 00:54:05,840 so the foreign gentleman doesn't think we're savages. 541 00:54:25,000 --> 00:54:26,240 He's coming! 542 00:54:35,000 --> 00:54:36,320 He's coming. 543 00:54:50,240 --> 00:54:53,480 Don't stand like that, act naturally! 544 00:55:15,000 --> 00:55:17,120 Hi! I'm Luigi. 545 00:55:34,440 --> 00:55:37,080 Listen, moron, why do you think you're here? 546 00:55:37,240 --> 00:55:40,080 - To let you know when he comes... - And what else did I tell you? 547 00:55:40,320 --> 00:55:43,200 To let you know there's anything suspicious about the foreigner. 548 00:55:43,760 --> 00:55:45,280 And there's nothing suspicious? 549 00:55:45,440 --> 00:55:48,720 Sir, I tried to tell you he's of colour, but you didn't understand! 550 00:55:52,200 --> 00:55:55,840 - GO ahead and tell everybody! - I'm not gonna say anything, Colonel. 551 00:55:59,520 --> 00:56:03,120 - Look here, go have a beer! - Thanks, Colonel, Sir. 552 00:56:19,160 --> 00:56:21,640 So, you're staying with Nicu's mother... 553 00:56:22,080 --> 00:56:24,720 For now, 'till I find another place. 554 00:56:31,000 --> 00:56:34,560 I can't tell the news about Nicu. She's old and... 555 00:56:44,840 --> 00:56:48,200 Excuse me, I am going home to spend some time with my daughter. 556 00:56:49,480 --> 00:56:53,120 Time is running out, who knows when I'll see her again... 557 00:56:54,160 --> 00:56:57,560 Colonel, Sir, Uncle Marian, stop crying; she's not going to the slaughter-house. 558 00:56:57,840 --> 00:57:00,320 Trust me, it's going to be fine. 559 00:57:01,240 --> 00:57:06,120 This happens with children, they grow up and leave, what can you do? 560 00:57:06,640 --> 00:57:08,920 Yes, but take this boy, Nicu, 561 00:57:10,200 --> 00:57:13,760 he left home in good health and look what happened. 562 00:57:16,560 --> 00:57:20,400 What's gotten into everybody, now? Is it not good enough here? 563 00:57:21,960 --> 00:57:25,160 You are surrounded by your own people, they help you in need... 564 00:57:25,440 --> 00:57:27,320 Where do they go like this into the world? 565 00:57:27,520 --> 00:57:29,840 It's fine here, too, but people want more... 566 00:57:30,040 --> 00:57:33,320 She moves away and leaves the house empty behind her. 567 00:57:33,840 --> 00:57:37,040 Sir, how is it empty? There's your missus, the other missus! 568 00:57:37,200 --> 00:57:38,520 Eh, my missus! 569 00:57:38,800 --> 00:57:41,320 You still have friends, neighbours, colleagues, don't you? 570 00:57:41,480 --> 00:57:45,000 What colleagues? Nobody gives a shit once you're retired. 571 00:57:48,240 --> 00:57:50,120 The boy could also step in. 572 00:57:50,560 --> 00:57:52,240 By the way, I'm looking for a room to rent. 573 00:57:53,760 --> 00:57:56,680 Have you heard of anything available in your neighbourhood? But cheap. 574 00:57:59,840 --> 00:58:04,880 Eventually, you could come and see our place. There's plenty of space now! 575 00:58:06,440 --> 00:58:09,560 I don't have enough money. Besides, there's my wife, too. 576 00:58:09,840 --> 00:58:11,920 It's not a matter of money. 577 00:58:12,320 --> 00:58:16,640 Me and my wife are going back to the countryside next summer. 578 00:58:17,200 --> 00:58:21,240 Someone's got to take care of the house. Come one day and we'll talk. 579 00:58:21,520 --> 00:58:25,200 I'll come tomorrow if it's ok! Are you sure I'm not bothering? 580 00:58:27,920 --> 00:58:30,720 Auntie Leana will get crossed I'm leaving her alone, but... 581 00:58:32,440 --> 00:58:34,720 For now, I don't know how to tell her. 582 00:58:37,960 --> 00:58:40,880 - Colonel, Sir... - Call me Uncle Marian... 583 00:58:41,320 --> 00:58:45,440 Uncle Marian, you have a lifetime of experience in working with people. 584 00:58:45,720 --> 00:58:49,840 Come along to break the news to the old woman. All of us we'll be there, sure... 585 00:58:50,240 --> 00:58:54,120 It's better if she gets it from someone who knows how to say these things. 586 00:58:54,440 --> 00:58:57,720 Ok, boys, for my daughter's sake. 587 00:59:19,120 --> 00:59:22,360 Stay strong, Uncle Marian. And take care how you broach the subject. 588 00:59:26,480 --> 00:59:31,120 Colonel Vișoiu, 42nd precinct. I'm sorry to tell you that your son has died. 589 00:59:37,840 --> 00:59:39,880 What the hell, Uncle Marian, are you trying to kill the old lady? 590 00:59:39,960 --> 00:59:42,760 - What the hell have you done? - Well, she fell ill on the spot. 591 00:59:44,360 --> 00:59:46,080 Please, don't tell me she's... 592 00:59:46,280 --> 00:59:48,560 Auntie Leana, quick, bring the salts, Granny has fainted! 593 00:59:48,680 --> 00:59:50,960 Don't be scared, she has low blood pressure, 594 00:59:51,120 --> 00:59:52,640 so it happens from time to time. 595 00:59:52,720 --> 00:59:55,080 She'll come to her senses if you sprinkle her with water. 596 01:00:04,320 --> 01:00:05,640 Auntie! 597 01:00:30,920 --> 01:00:32,160 Is it raining? 598 01:00:45,840 --> 01:00:49,840 Auntie, I think I'll move to Mr. Colonel. He offered us a room, 599 01:00:51,200 --> 01:00:55,200 for free. You don't mind, do you? 600 01:00:55,440 --> 01:00:57,600 That's fine, dear, you move in with your girl again. 601 01:00:57,680 --> 01:00:59,000 It's good things got settled. 602 01:00:59,120 --> 01:01:02,280 Well what are you waiting for? Go tell your wife everything's settled. 603 01:01:02,440 --> 01:01:05,280 - Now? I'll go tomorrow. - Go now! I'll stay here. 604 01:01:05,960 --> 01:01:10,520 - Now? - Go now, 'till it's not too late! Run! 605 01:02:41,480 --> 01:02:42,680 Stop! 606 01:02:50,560 --> 01:02:52,560 Sorry, I have to go back. 607 01:02:55,480 --> 01:02:57,320 I can't leave like that. 608 01:02:59,560 --> 01:03:02,080 If you want to come to France with me, then come. 609 01:03:02,240 --> 01:03:06,000 If you want to stay here, then stay. But you have to decide now. 610 01:04:04,600 --> 01:04:08,960 Dear colleagues, allow me to first 611 01:04:09,240 --> 01:04:17,240 thank Colonel Vișoiu for everything he's done for our institution. 612 01:04:20,920 --> 01:04:24,800 As you know, he will retire next week, 613 01:04:25,520 --> 01:04:29,760 so this is the last session he'll be attending. 614 01:04:30,400 --> 01:04:33,400 Colonel, we wish you all: 615 01:04:35,560 --> 01:04:37,960 A long and happy life! 616 01:04:38,360 --> 01:04:39,800 Thank you. 617 01:04:42,840 --> 01:04:44,520 What can I say? 618 01:04:45,800 --> 01:04:50,960 The years have gone by in the blink of an eye. 619 01:04:55,840 --> 01:04:57,760 My daughter's getting married tomorrow. 620 01:04:58,040 --> 01:05:00,160 - Congratulations! - Thank you. 621 01:05:01,320 --> 01:05:07,320 So, I guess it's about time to step aside for the younger ones. 622 01:05:09,320 --> 01:05:12,600 I'll go back to the countryside, 623 01:05:13,200 --> 01:05:18,160 so come and have a drink whenever you want. 624 01:05:23,760 --> 01:05:30,680 Now, let me introduce Mr. Van Horn, the coordinator 625 01:05:31,200 --> 01:05:36,040 of the European Program for the training of the Romanian Police, 626 01:05:36,240 --> 01:05:38,960 as per the European Union's requests. 627 01:05:39,560 --> 01:05:43,680 He will preside over the first conference. Please, pay attention. 628 01:05:52,360 --> 01:05:54,640 Gypsies are people, too. 629 01:05:58,440 --> 01:06:01,160 Now I know! We forgot about the red wine. 630 01:06:02,560 --> 01:06:09,920 Don't you worry. It's bottled already. 30 bottles, plus beer, vodka, vermouth. 631 01:06:10,160 --> 01:06:14,360 - It's enough! - The wedding rings from Grandpa? 632 01:06:15,080 --> 01:06:17,360 I gave them to Vasile. He should keep them. 633 01:06:18,000 --> 01:06:19,720 You shouldn't have. 634 01:06:21,160 --> 01:06:23,280 I don't trust him. 635 01:06:25,040 --> 01:06:29,560 We were all running around today, and he was sleeping on a chair. 636 01:06:30,800 --> 01:06:34,720 You can't expect more. No money, no parents, what does he know? 637 01:06:36,360 --> 01:06:41,560 And I tried so hard to find a good boy for Mihaela, with a reputation... 638 01:06:45,640 --> 01:06:49,000 We shall leave them the house. We'll live in the countryside. 639 01:06:49,200 --> 01:06:52,800 50 km is not that far off. We'll help them as much as we can. 640 01:06:53,640 --> 01:06:56,680 Pity he's not more reliable, but he'll learn. 641 01:06:57,800 --> 01:07:00,160 You shouldn't have given him the wedding rings. 642 01:07:00,960 --> 01:07:02,680 Don't you worry! 643 01:07:03,920 --> 01:07:06,280 It's going to be fine. Trust me. 644 01:07:40,400 --> 01:07:43,280 Have you seen a wedding guest dressed like a bridegroom? 645 01:07:51,560 --> 01:07:53,400 If this is not a sign... 646 01:08:04,480 --> 01:08:06,480 Aren't you ashamed of yourself? 647 01:08:07,880 --> 01:08:10,040 You have the wedding rings, right? 648 01:08:13,960 --> 01:08:16,560 Don't tell me you lost my Grandpa's wedding rings! 649 01:08:17,840 --> 01:08:20,080 See what booze does, Mr. Vasile. 650 01:08:27,640 --> 01:08:30,880 - I won't drink anymore! - Sorry, son, I can't help you anymore. 651 01:08:31,080 --> 01:08:32,600 - But sir! - Just stay there. 652 01:08:32,800 --> 01:08:35,840 - Sir! - Colonel, Sir, let him be. 653 01:08:38,760 --> 01:08:40,120 Please! 654 01:08:48,400 --> 01:08:52,080 - Where can I find Captain Vișoiu? - Mr. Colonel? Office 42. 655 01:08:54,720 --> 01:08:56,480 I want to see Mr. Colonel. 656 01:09:04,400 --> 01:09:06,280 Colonel, I was wondering... 657 01:09:11,720 --> 01:09:12,880 Come in! 658 01:09:15,640 --> 01:09:18,040 I came to declare a theft. It's here, right? 659 01:09:18,200 --> 01:09:19,600 What have you stolen? 660 01:09:19,800 --> 01:09:21,800 Not me. Some luggage was stolen from me. 661 01:09:22,440 --> 01:09:23,640 Hello? 662 01:09:25,800 --> 01:09:26,920 Hello? 663 01:09:28,600 --> 01:09:29,880 Nae Zigfrid. 664 01:09:30,320 --> 01:09:35,160 Sir, Colonel Vișoiu speaking. It's about Mihaela. 665 01:09:38,160 --> 01:09:40,520 Can we talk? 666 01:09:42,240 --> 01:09:46,280 Sure, I'll be there in an hour. Thank you. 667 01:09:49,040 --> 01:09:52,120 Colonel, you don't know me anymore, but I know you. 668 01:09:52,920 --> 01:09:56,240 I'm calling on you because of the theft of an object, 669 01:09:56,440 --> 01:09:59,280 that, would it have been mine, maybe I wouldn't have lodged a complaint, 670 01:09:59,400 --> 01:10:01,840 but it doesn't belong to me. I have to give it back to someone. 671 01:10:01,920 --> 01:10:03,920 Where did you say we know each other from? 672 01:10:04,080 --> 01:10:07,520 Years ago, in '88, on a case of yours, 673 01:10:07,720 --> 01:10:09,680 an illegal border crossing... 674 01:10:12,960 --> 01:10:15,400 I remember. I was dispatched to Orșova. 675 01:10:15,600 --> 01:10:19,440 Do you remember a case with a boy who tried to cross the Danube swimming, 676 01:10:19,680 --> 01:10:24,160 at night... You started the investigation, and after two days 677 01:10:24,360 --> 01:10:29,200 two people from the Securitate took over, one bald and short, the other, taller. 678 01:10:29,480 --> 01:10:31,680 Yes, I remember. 679 01:10:32,080 --> 01:10:35,080 How mean was the short one, he punched the boy so hard! 680 01:10:35,240 --> 01:10:37,600 - So, you do remember... - How could I not? 681 01:10:37,760 --> 01:10:39,960 But I couldn't say, after all these years, 682 01:10:40,120 --> 01:10:44,080 which one you are. I hope you're not the mean short one... 683 01:10:44,560 --> 01:10:47,120 No, I'm the boy they beat up. 684 01:10:50,280 --> 01:10:53,240 The law was different, and if one didn't obey... 685 01:10:54,320 --> 01:10:57,720 Besides, I don't remember hitting you. 686 01:10:58,360 --> 01:10:59,880 Only a couple of slaps. 687 01:11:00,240 --> 01:11:02,640 What's two slaps... In comparison to how they beat you. 688 01:11:02,840 --> 01:11:06,680 But I'm not accusing you of anything, Colonel. I left the country, anyway, 689 01:11:06,880 --> 01:11:09,400 I've made a name for myself in Germany... 690 01:11:10,120 --> 01:11:14,440 But when you took me out of that room, I was covered in blood, broken teeth... 691 01:11:15,160 --> 01:11:18,040 and you told me you felt sorry for me, because you had children, too, 692 01:11:18,280 --> 01:11:21,480 a girl, if I remember well, and that you could not help me then, 693 01:11:21,880 --> 01:11:26,400 but if, when I got out, I needed some help, I could ca,, you up. 694 01:11:27,280 --> 01:11:29,640 So? That happened 12 years ago. 695 01:11:31,280 --> 01:11:34,680 So here I am. I need help now, and I came to you. 696 01:11:34,800 --> 01:11:36,160 Colonel! 697 01:11:37,240 --> 01:11:39,800 It's that old lady again, now she saying there's a bear on her balcony! 698 01:11:39,880 --> 01:11:41,160 A bear?! 699 01:11:41,920 --> 01:11:43,840 What's the bear doing, Madam? 700 01:11:44,120 --> 01:11:45,360 Smoking? 701 01:11:46,640 --> 01:11:48,560 Wants to get inside? 702 01:11:49,280 --> 01:11:53,080 - Yell loud! It'll scare him away! - You see how times have changed? 703 01:11:53,560 --> 01:11:56,280 Nowadays people call the police as if they were calling a friend. 704 01:11:56,520 --> 01:11:59,840 Whether they have a real problem or not, they call to be comforted. 705 01:12:00,040 --> 01:12:03,480 - Sorry. I have to go. - Can I drive you there? 706 01:12:04,880 --> 01:12:07,880 He got inside? Pass him the phone, please! 707 01:12:09,320 --> 01:12:11,480 And that guy, Nicu, That I was telling you about... 708 01:12:11,720 --> 01:12:13,960 Who was like a brother to you, there in Germany... 709 01:12:14,320 --> 01:12:18,360 Yes, he left here before '89, also over the Danube. 710 01:12:18,840 --> 01:12:22,000 With a friend, he figured out how to cross the river. 711 01:12:22,200 --> 01:12:24,240 You remember that there were check-ups, 712 01:12:24,400 --> 01:12:27,880 they confiscated tubes, tires, anything that could float... 713 01:12:28,720 --> 01:12:32,400 These two guys, that... I've got to tell you, were also like brothers, 714 01:12:32,720 --> 01:12:37,560 had the idea of crossing the Danube using an inflatable rubber woman... 715 01:12:37,800 --> 01:12:40,360 I remember the case. Turn left. 716 01:12:42,480 --> 01:12:48,160 They flipped a coin, on who was to cross first, and Nicu won. 717 01:12:48,800 --> 01:12:52,080 The other one, Luci, couldn't go because the alarm was raised, 718 01:12:52,360 --> 01:12:54,560 the border guards caught him and put him in jail. 719 01:12:54,760 --> 01:12:56,760 It's a blessing the Revolution came and he got out. 720 01:12:56,920 --> 01:12:58,560 - So he's free. - Yes. 721 01:12:59,480 --> 01:13:03,840 In Germany, Nicu worked for me. I have a printing press. 722 01:13:04,400 --> 01:13:08,160 - He used to drink a lot, though... - That's bad... the booze. 723 01:13:08,720 --> 01:13:13,400 And one night, a week ago, we were coming home. 724 01:13:14,040 --> 01:13:16,600 I let him drive, even though he was drunk. 725 01:13:18,840 --> 01:13:21,400 It was night, it was raining... 726 01:13:21,760 --> 01:13:24,360 the car jumped over the railing, and fell into the water. 727 01:13:24,520 --> 01:13:27,920 From the back seat, I got out, but Nicu... 728 01:13:31,280 --> 01:13:33,520 This is the coin they flipped, 729 01:13:34,160 --> 01:13:37,880 that led him to the other side, and left the other one here. 730 01:13:38,600 --> 01:13:41,640 If you'll allow it, I also work for the Police magazine, 731 01:13:41,840 --> 01:13:44,720 could we publish this story of yours in the column. 732 01:13:44,840 --> 01:13:47,040 "Staring Life in the Eyes"? 733 01:13:47,440 --> 01:13:50,200 If you want... But, will you help me? 734 01:13:50,760 --> 01:13:52,760 With what, exactly? 735 01:13:53,040 --> 01:13:55,760 Nicu asked me, that, if something happened to him, 736 01:13:55,960 --> 01:13:58,000 I was to look out for that Luci, break the news to him, 737 01:13:58,080 --> 01:13:59,400 and to bring to him Nicu's things. 738 01:13:59,520 --> 01:14:02,000 Didn't you say you needed to report a theft? 739 01:14:02,800 --> 01:14:06,680 Well, last night, as soon as I arrived, somebody broke into my car, 740 01:14:06,920 --> 01:14:11,640 and they stole everything. It wasn't much, but... 741 01:14:12,600 --> 01:14:17,040 personal stuff, you know which are practically, irreplaceable. 742 01:14:19,920 --> 01:14:21,320 Let's see. 743 01:14:26,840 --> 01:14:34,760 Yes, Luigi. 42, Răcăciuni Street. Otopeni, of course. 744 01:14:37,240 --> 01:14:40,040 Tell him to be careful, not to get robbed at the airport. 745 01:14:45,200 --> 01:14:48,880 To meet with strangers, I don't agree! 746 01:14:49,920 --> 01:14:53,160 We'll find her a good boy here. We'll leave her the house, 747 01:14:53,600 --> 01:14:58,520 we'll help her with the children... Where should she go like this? 748 01:14:59,080 --> 01:15:04,600 It's not easy as easy as you think. Plus, what's it in for her here? 749 01:15:05,400 --> 01:15:09,160 What about this house? All these things? 750 01:15:09,400 --> 01:15:12,200 What have we worked all our lives for if not for her? 751 01:15:12,480 --> 01:15:15,160 Children should be close to their parents, to help each other... 752 01:15:15,240 --> 01:15:16,720 Are you not thinking about her needs? 753 01:15:16,800 --> 01:15:20,480 Of course I am. We knew Vasile and look what happened. 754 01:15:20,680 --> 01:15:23,600 - What about a complete stranger? - You can never tell. 755 01:15:24,360 --> 01:15:26,440 Take Mrs. Julea's daughter, for example. 756 01:15:26,600 --> 01:15:28,840 She is well off, stays home, takes care of the child. 757 01:15:29,040 --> 01:15:33,520 She's well off, but her mother? She's worrying about her all day long. 758 01:15:35,280 --> 01:15:37,120 You want that? 759 01:15:43,640 --> 01:15:46,920 It's all a lottery, darling. Take my daughter, for example. 760 01:15:47,120 --> 01:15:49,200 She married a foreigner and she's very well off. 761 01:15:50,720 --> 01:15:56,760 But what about you? Don't you worry about her all day long? 762 01:15:57,240 --> 01:15:58,880 You want that? 763 01:15:59,520 --> 01:16:03,080 That's life. Kids do what's best for them. 764 01:16:03,440 --> 01:16:07,080 I'll probably go there this year, to help her with her little girl. 765 01:16:07,720 --> 01:16:13,240 - We have to go to them, after all. - They're all going God knows where. 766 01:16:27,400 --> 01:16:28,640 Attention! 767 01:16:29,200 --> 01:16:31,640 Colonel, we found the stolen luggage. 768 01:16:32,000 --> 01:16:34,120 We'll go get them tonight. I'm taking the boys. 769 01:16:34,320 --> 01:16:36,120 Are you coming with us, Colonel? 770 01:17:08,000 --> 01:17:10,120 Now, listen here. 771 01:17:11,000 --> 01:17:16,160 Today is a great day for you. You never forget your first mission. 772 01:17:16,720 --> 01:17:19,320 At times, it seems we don't remember it, 773 01:17:19,520 --> 01:17:21,640 but it remains hidden somewhere. 774 01:17:21,880 --> 01:17:27,040 When we retire, we dig it out and tell our grandchildren. 775 01:17:28,880 --> 01:17:34,400 One more thing! For a policeman, the stake-out is the value. 776 01:17:34,960 --> 01:17:38,560 This is where you see self control. During the stake-out, 777 01:17:39,280 --> 01:17:43,680 you are facing the perpetrator. There's only you and him. 778 01:17:43,800 --> 01:17:45,800 Is it true that, that's when you go bald? 779 01:17:46,760 --> 01:17:48,080 Can be. 780 01:17:49,400 --> 01:17:51,720 You all know what you have to do? Go! 781 01:17:52,000 --> 01:17:55,680 You! Stay behind the bushes. When the thief comes, whistle! 782 01:18:17,600 --> 01:18:20,800 - Captain, Sir, I was thinking... - What? 783 01:18:21,440 --> 01:18:25,600 The apple - it has seeds in the middle... 784 01:18:27,280 --> 01:18:29,440 The orange has seeds too, 785 01:18:30,520 --> 01:18:33,800 but I was asking myself, where are the seeds in a banana, for God's sake? 786 01:18:34,240 --> 01:18:36,840 Sir! The perpetrator! 787 01:18:37,000 --> 01:18:40,280 - And why aren't you whistling? - I can't whistle, I've had an operation. 788 01:19:26,280 --> 01:19:28,360 Aren't you ashamed of yourself? 789 01:19:31,200 --> 01:19:37,760 - Oh, Geta! This woman was stolen... - So, for you, that's a woman... 790 01:19:38,440 --> 01:19:43,560 - This woman.. this object... - Sure, for you, a woman is an object. 791 01:19:43,800 --> 01:19:46,000 Will you let me explain? 792 01:19:47,480 --> 01:19:52,840 This woman saved somebody's life. It's not a mere object. 793 01:19:53,320 --> 01:19:55,800 And it's not mine. It belongs to a thief that... 794 01:19:55,920 --> 01:19:59,680 - So why is it in our house? - Why is it in our house? 795 01:20:01,640 --> 01:20:05,640 - Well, it just so happened that... - What if Mihaela had found it? 796 01:20:06,360 --> 01:20:11,760 What kind of example is this? What if that boy coming tomorrow had found it? 797 01:20:13,760 --> 01:20:15,120 Which boy? 798 01:20:15,640 --> 01:20:19,680 A very fine boy, with a reputation and everything. 799 01:20:20,320 --> 01:20:22,920 He wants to publish Mihaela's poems in Italy. 800 01:20:23,640 --> 01:20:24,960 In Italy? 801 01:20:26,520 --> 01:20:27,720 Yes. 802 01:20:40,960 --> 01:20:43,120 Hello! I'm Luigi. 803 01:21:21,760 --> 01:21:23,120 Delicious! 804 01:21:25,520 --> 01:21:27,120 Ask him about his parents. 805 01:21:27,480 --> 01:21:28,920 And your parents? 806 01:21:35,160 --> 01:21:39,080 - My father... - It's ok, I understood. 807 01:21:48,080 --> 01:21:50,240 Now, why are you mourning, like a fool? 808 01:21:50,440 --> 01:21:53,600 - You should speak to Mihaela... - And tell her what? 809 01:21:54,200 --> 01:21:57,000 You put that nonsense into her head that only money counts, 810 01:21:57,160 --> 01:22:00,280 you didn't ask me to speak to her. Now, figure it out yourself! 811 01:22:00,840 --> 01:22:03,720 Aren't you ashamed of yourself? Leaving those kids alone. 812 01:22:03,880 --> 01:22:05,360 He's our guest after all! 813 01:22:05,520 --> 01:22:07,960 Guest, my ass, you brought this monkey into my home! 814 01:22:08,120 --> 01:22:09,600 Don't you dare! 815 01:22:09,720 --> 01:22:12,200 The boy comes from a good family, he has the best intentions, 816 01:22:12,280 --> 01:22:13,680 so what if he's of colour? 817 01:22:13,800 --> 01:22:16,720 All we're doing is having dinner, none's saying Mihaela has to marry him. 818 01:22:16,880 --> 01:22:19,600 So get back in there and watch how you behave! 819 01:22:55,800 --> 01:22:59,840 - Here comes the main course! - You have to say something, too! 820 01:23:00,160 --> 01:23:01,400 Pizza... 821 01:23:02,200 --> 01:23:05,480 I love pizza! I eat pizza all the time. 822 01:23:10,200 --> 01:23:13,880 And, tell me, young man, were you born in Italy, or... 823 01:23:15,360 --> 01:23:19,720 I was born in Mozambique and moved to Italy when I was 15. 824 01:23:20,400 --> 01:23:27,040 And how is it there? Do you have... police... For example? 825 01:23:28,520 --> 01:23:33,600 Of course. Police, banks, schools, libraries, everything. 826 01:23:34,280 --> 01:23:35,960 It's a normal country. 827 01:23:36,240 --> 01:23:38,600 When someone says Africa, one thinks... 828 01:23:38,880 --> 01:23:43,920 The Spanish think of elephants, bananas, Ebola, people dying of hunger. 829 01:23:44,360 --> 01:23:48,240 And that exists, but it's not the whole reality. 830 01:23:48,520 --> 01:23:51,400 Generally, we are normal people living normal lives. 831 01:23:51,600 --> 01:23:55,760 Same thing here, except for Dracula and Nadia Comăneci, 832 01:23:56,000 --> 01:23:57,960 what do people know about us? 833 01:23:58,120 --> 01:24:01,760 Who's heard of ... Popârniceanu, or any others? 834 01:24:04,400 --> 01:24:08,600 But what's extraordinary is that everybody here knows Italian. 835 01:24:08,920 --> 01:24:10,480 It's great! 836 01:24:11,120 --> 01:24:14,480 Romanian and Italian are very similar, aren't they? 837 01:24:16,720 --> 01:24:22,120 By the way, in my free time, I like gardening, 838 01:24:23,480 --> 01:24:27,200 and there's something I've been asking myself for a long time: 839 01:24:27,440 --> 01:24:30,400 Bananas... Where are their seeds? 840 01:24:44,960 --> 01:24:51,680 Could you please ask him if they have scholarships for young poets over there? 841 01:25:04,760 --> 01:25:08,560 Through the good will of Mr. Van Horn here, 842 01:25:08,920 --> 01:25:13,320 one of our children, Costel, will leave, but hopefully not forever, 843 01:25:13,760 --> 01:25:16,720 to a new family, in another country. 844 01:25:17,040 --> 01:25:18,840 I'd like to welcome Mr. Van Horn, and you, Costel, on stage. 845 01:25:19,040 --> 01:25:21,000 If you keep spitting, I'll beat you up! 846 01:25:29,880 --> 01:25:36,240 Thank you for being here today to bid farewell to Costel, 847 01:25:37,800 --> 01:25:44,040 I promise that we'll do our best to make Costel feel at home in Holland, 848 01:25:44,480 --> 01:25:49,160 his new country, just like he felt in Romania. Thank you. 849 01:25:56,840 --> 01:26:01,920 Forgive him, he's a bit nervous, but he promised me 850 01:26:03,680 --> 01:26:06,160 that he won't spit anymore, right, Costel? 851 01:26:06,440 --> 01:26:09,320 'Cause if he spits, the gentleman won't take him anymore. 852 01:26:09,480 --> 01:26:12,400 After all, you don't want to to give us a bad name there. 853 01:26:12,920 --> 01:26:15,200 Come, Sorina, they're waiting for you! 854 01:26:39,880 --> 01:26:43,520 Look here boy, I know you'll understand me, 855 01:26:43,720 --> 01:26:46,520 you've got parents of your own. 856 01:26:48,640 --> 01:26:53,000 Mihaela can't leave, and not because you're... no. 857 01:26:53,440 --> 01:26:56,080 It's just that she belongs here, this is her house, 858 01:26:56,440 --> 01:26:59,080 we want to raise her children together, understand? 859 01:26:59,240 --> 01:27:02,520 Mr. Colonel, sorry, I understand what you're saying, 860 01:27:02,760 --> 01:27:06,400 but I talked to Mihaela and I'm willing to stay here. 861 01:27:06,840 --> 01:27:11,080 - Ready to stay here?! - Yes. But Mihaela wants to go to Italy. 862 01:27:12,400 --> 01:27:13,640 Mihaela? 863 01:27:15,040 --> 01:27:16,400 Just a second! 864 01:27:18,840 --> 01:27:22,840 Have you heard that? Mihaela wants to leave! 865 01:27:23,080 --> 01:27:25,280 He would stay here! Did you know about this? 866 01:27:26,560 --> 01:27:28,320 It's better if she goes! 867 01:27:34,880 --> 01:27:37,960 Colonel, Mr. Nae is waiting for you here. 868 01:27:38,120 --> 01:27:42,720 - Said you have a meeting for an article. - I'm in the middle of something. 869 01:27:43,120 --> 01:27:47,480 Listen, we have to find that boy, Lucian. Quickly! 870 01:27:48,240 --> 01:27:51,080 Yes, Sir. I'm on my way. 871 01:27:56,160 --> 01:28:00,200 I left in 1988, I met Nicu there. 872 01:28:01,800 --> 01:28:03,680 Does Mr. Lucian Timofte live here? 873 01:28:03,800 --> 01:28:08,600 He used to, but not anymore. Ask his wife at the kindergarten. 874 01:28:12,040 --> 01:28:13,640 This is Nicu, when he was in the military. 875 01:28:13,920 --> 01:28:16,080 - His wife works here? - Yes. 876 01:28:16,600 --> 01:28:18,960 Could I have a phone number? 877 01:28:20,200 --> 01:28:21,560 Very nice! 878 01:28:22,200 --> 01:28:24,720 - What about the luggage? - We're working on it. 879 01:28:25,480 --> 01:28:28,000 - May I keep it? - Sure, it's for you. 880 01:28:32,600 --> 01:28:36,960 - Is Mr. Timofte available? - Try the shopping center. 881 01:28:37,320 --> 01:28:38,680 Is it for me? 882 01:28:39,560 --> 01:28:41,160 Yes. Over there. 883 01:28:50,000 --> 01:28:52,560 How do you say "cheers" in German? 884 01:28:58,680 --> 01:29:01,320 They're not real. 885 01:29:09,480 --> 01:29:13,600 They didn't take a thing. It's a pity the woman blew up. 886 01:29:14,040 --> 01:29:16,520 We've tried to fix it, but... 887 01:29:17,200 --> 01:29:19,560 It blew up in several places, as it seems. 888 01:29:19,920 --> 01:29:22,240 Well, the rubber was pretty old. 889 01:29:23,440 --> 01:29:28,720 - That's it. Shall we go in? - Yes. Just a second... 890 01:29:29,720 --> 01:29:32,400 We've only known each other for a few days, 891 01:29:32,840 --> 01:29:35,280 but you seem like an honourable man, 892 01:29:35,640 --> 01:29:42,040 so I may, to ask you for something if it's fine with you... 893 01:29:42,560 --> 01:29:43,880 I'm all ears. 894 01:29:44,040 --> 01:29:47,720 It's about my daughter, who, well, has decided to go abroad, 895 01:29:48,120 --> 01:29:53,280 and... how can I put it, the boy, the fiancé, I don't want to get into details, 896 01:29:53,600 --> 01:29:55,080 but it didn't turn out well. 897 01:29:55,640 --> 01:30:00,160 Mihaela, my daughter, still wants to go at any price though. 898 01:30:01,400 --> 01:30:05,840 So, I thought I could ask you, if it's not too much to ask, 899 01:30:07,680 --> 01:30:11,280 to take her with you when you leave, 900 01:30:11,880 --> 01:30:15,640 keep her there for a while, 'till she figures things out. 901 01:30:17,120 --> 01:30:19,280 I'm leaving tomorrow morning. 902 01:30:22,320 --> 01:30:27,360 Well, that's that. She's ready. All you need to do is agree... 903 01:30:29,480 --> 01:30:34,840 She also writes poetry, maybe she can help you at the printing house... 904 01:30:42,480 --> 01:30:46,880 Mr. Colonel, Sir, if we don't help each other, who will? 905 01:30:49,320 --> 01:30:51,480 You have no idea how much you've helped me! 906 01:30:51,640 --> 01:30:55,520 - Should we go, Mr. Colonel, Sir? - Sure. But call me Uncle Marian. 907 01:31:15,000 --> 01:31:18,400 Mr. Lucian, I'm your friend Nicu's friend from Germany. 908 01:31:20,920 --> 01:31:23,480 So he finally decided to give us a sign of life. 909 01:31:26,320 --> 01:31:31,000 That's the thing. Unfortunately, Nicu is no longer among us. 910 01:31:32,360 --> 01:31:34,680 He died last week, in a car crash. 911 01:31:37,320 --> 01:31:39,760 He had asked me, that if something happens to him, 912 01:31:40,000 --> 01:31:41,440 to look for you, and tell you. 913 01:31:41,640 --> 01:31:45,720 This is the coin, he always kept it with him. 914 01:31:50,160 --> 01:31:51,960 Here's his stuff, and... 915 01:31:54,400 --> 01:31:57,800 - What's that? - Nicu cared for her a lot. 916 01:31:58,800 --> 01:32:02,560 He used to watch it and say: "Where would Luci be now?" 917 01:32:02,920 --> 01:32:04,800 This woman has a patch. 918 01:32:05,440 --> 01:32:09,360 - There was a situation when... - Make me understand, please. 919 01:32:09,520 --> 01:32:11,720 You mean to tell me that, after all these years, 920 01:32:11,840 --> 01:32:14,720 during which he made no contact, let me take care of his mother 921 01:32:14,880 --> 01:32:18,080 who is old now, he thinks to send me a perforated coin and a... 922 01:32:18,200 --> 01:32:20,560 Wait! Don't take it like that. 923 01:32:20,760 --> 01:32:28,680 For him, these objects were like a sign of fate that tore you apart. 924 01:32:28,880 --> 01:32:33,080 You know what tore us apart? I went to take a leak 925 01:32:33,240 --> 01:32:36,720 and when I got back, Nice had gone! 926 01:32:38,480 --> 01:32:41,000 So, give me a break with this coin. 927 01:32:42,480 --> 01:32:45,600 And sorry to tell you, that woman was white. 928 01:32:50,840 --> 01:32:53,880 As for his mother, you didn't bring anything? Money? 929 01:32:54,160 --> 01:32:58,600 - Truth is, he didn't get on too well. - He drank everything, didn't he? 930 01:32:59,280 --> 01:33:02,400 I can help her with money, if necessary. 931 01:33:02,600 --> 01:33:06,240 And who'll tell the old woman? I can't! 932 01:33:17,560 --> 01:33:19,360 How did it happen? 933 01:33:20,160 --> 01:33:22,680 It was night, raining... 934 01:33:33,320 --> 01:33:36,920 I know you from somewhere. Weren't you a friend of Nicu's? 935 01:33:37,760 --> 01:33:39,680 Yes, but I don't think you know me. 936 01:33:39,920 --> 01:33:42,240 - It's just about Nicu... - Mr. Colonel, Sir! 937 01:33:42,400 --> 01:33:43,960 Call me "Uncle Marian". 938 01:33:47,040 --> 01:33:50,440 - Aunt Leana, you have to know, Nicu... - What's with Nicu? 939 01:33:52,480 --> 01:33:56,560 Nicu... will never come back, understand? 940 01:34:05,480 --> 01:34:09,200 That's fine. Why come back here if he's ok there? 941 01:34:10,320 --> 01:34:11,640 Or isn't he? 942 01:34:12,840 --> 01:34:15,280 Yes, I suppose he's fine. 943 01:34:17,080 --> 01:34:20,800 - Fine, yes. - He's fine. 944 01:34:22,000 --> 01:34:25,680 How could he not get in touch for such a long time? 945 01:34:27,120 --> 01:34:29,760 - He's been busy. - He works a lot, doesn't he? 946 01:34:29,960 --> 01:34:31,560 - Yes... - Still drinking? 947 01:34:33,440 --> 01:34:38,160 - Not really... not quite. - This drinking habit... 948 01:34:38,320 --> 01:34:40,680 How's he getting on with money? 949 01:34:40,880 --> 01:34:43,680 Quite well. He's loaded. As proof, he sent you... 950 01:34:43,840 --> 01:34:45,800 500 marks. 1,500 marks. 951 01:34:45,920 --> 01:34:48,560 1,500 marks! And he'll send you more when he gets it. 952 01:34:48,720 --> 01:34:51,520 And you tell him I'm fine, Luci takes care of me, 953 01:34:52,040 --> 01:34:53,680 he stays with me here. 954 01:34:53,920 --> 01:34:56,760 Auntie, I think I'll move to Mr. Colonel. He offered us a room. 955 01:34:56,960 --> 01:34:59,520 Well what are you waiting for? Go tell your wife everything's settled. 956 01:34:59,840 --> 01:35:02,600 - Now? I'll go tomorrow. - Go now! I'll stay here. 957 01:35:03,040 --> 01:35:07,040 - Now? - Go now, 'till it's not too late! Run! 958 01:35:34,600 --> 01:35:37,560 They all go, Granny, what to do? 959 01:36:42,520 --> 01:36:44,560 I want to leave... 960 01:36:45,920 --> 01:36:47,560 Please! 961 01:38:13,280 --> 01:38:14,680 What's up with you two? 962 01:38:14,800 --> 01:38:17,840 He came to say goodbye to this little one. He leaves in an hour. 963 01:38:18,880 --> 01:38:23,120 - What are you doing here so early? - I didn't make it home last night. 964 01:38:32,640 --> 01:38:34,000 Hey, Luci! 965 01:38:34,480 --> 01:38:37,200 Come here, someone came to say goodbye.