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No, Ralph.

That. That.

No, Ralph.

You need

some help?

What do they want?

Dirty old men.

As usual, for tomorrow.

I'll be there.

I'm gonna miss you till then.

You can take the car in, Jimmy.

Right away, sir.

Hello, darling.

This morning I spoke to Haberman on the phone. He's very disturbed about the

market being shaky.

Isn't that a new suit?

You like it? Hong Kong tailors are tremendous.

Yes, they really must be.

When are we going to Hong Kong?

If Hopperman can make it, he'll be here next week.

He mentioned he'd be expecting us for dinner.

Oh, no.

Here we go again for another great time with that phony secretary he brings

along. With a brain she's got that hopes she's good in bed.

Well, you'd join her as soon as you could, wouldn't you, my love?

How amusing.

Lovemaking's your mania.

It's all your fault because you're so good at it.

As far as she's concerned, I wouldn't go for her. She's nothing but a stupid

little tramp. You look tired. You drink too much. You should be on milkshakes.

Why not solve Peter while you're at it?

Oh, that would please you. Since you're lovemaking such perfection, why is it

that we don't do it more often?

You're getting to be a bore.

About performing.

How would you like a little surprise package?

I'm warning you that your husband is screwing around like a sex -starved

Starved. What a mean expression.

He organizes sex parties with groupies and weird friends in your villa by the

lake. Signed, a friend.

You believe all that nonsense?

What kills me is the persistent bad taste you show in this man.

Seems to me, my dear, that with all the money I give you, you should play in

higher class instead of running around with whores.

Such a nice material.

You have a short memory, darling.

The immense sums of money I supposedly throw away on orgies you'd like to be at

and on clothes that you find sexy are no gift because it's my own pay for

running your firm.

My firm would like to see you less in my villa and more in the office.

There goes that short memory again, sharing the profits of your firm.

Eventually, I could afford to pay for a studio of my own and I wouldn't use your

damn villa anymore.

Right, my sweet?

I'm not as naive as you think, my wild bird.

I'm all for not closing the door of your cage, but to make sure you come back.

I keep the combination of the safe.

In bed, especially.

Okay, I'm all for it.

Me too.

I could give up working, and then maybe you'd feel happier.

You do have a tricky mind, but then who'd pay for your adventures?

Girls, cars, champagne, all cost money.

And where would you get it if you quit?

Playing the old divorce game wouldn't help you either.

Oh, but I have no intention of divorcing you.

No, I have big plans.

You'd be surprised at what I've thought of for you.

What are you shooting at?

Are you imagining you're shooting at your wife?

Come on. I have something to tell you.

All right, darling. So what's the matter? Something you should know about.

Elizabeth showed me an anonymous letter she received telling her very frankly

what we've been doing. So I guess she wants to get a divorce.

Don't be ridiculous. She's too much in love with me. She's never had any

illusions about my fidelity.

But she was very clear about the fact that I'd never get my freedom,

of whatever happens in the future.

I have a perfect idea. Let's go on a trip together.

Anywhere, the Bahamas, or any place where you could ask for a divorce. It'll

never work.

She'll tell my lawyer she loves me, that I'm behaving stupidly, and that I'll be

back soon.

You'll never leave her. You're too scared.

If I had money, I would have left her a long time ago.

Unfortunately, if I left her now, I wouldn't have enough to pay for a

Deauville. But I'll be happy just with you. You're only using money as an

because you're a coward.

I even think sometimes that you don't want me anymore.

Well, let me prove that you're wrong.

No, don't. I'm not in the mood to make love.

Leave me alone.

You're not a man. You're only playing with me and obeying your wife.

You're wasting my time.

We'll see about that. No, please.

Wasting your time.

Just my luck, too, to think I missed a part to play in a film.

I could have been flying to Rome today.

For you, I've messed up my career.

Don't kid yourself. What would you do without me? I'd be a star.

Yeah, a big star, sure, walking the streets of Rome.

How do you know that?

All I know is that you have a gorgeous body and you know how to use it.

In bed before dark.

Downright immoral. Shut up. Jealous.

You're the peeping Tom.

You told me that a woman in love is just like...

A black widow spider who eats up her mate.

Well, wasn't it clever of me to say that?

Yes, but you also said something else. That you'd prefer to put a bullet in

head rather than sleep with your wife.

Oh, she really must have made me mad that day. The sight of blood makes me

sick. I wouldn't object to shooting someone.

Well, that's a happy thought.

As long as it's not me you shoot.

Oh, couldn't happen.

I need you too much.

That's fine. I'll prove it. Go on.

Frighten me, Burkhardt.

18 % increases a lot.

If I were you, I'd look into this with my husband.

As controller of your company, I thought it important to take this matter up

with you personally.

It appears to me that you're not exactly happy with my husband's way of working.

My dear Mrs. Schroeder, I don't want to mix myself in your personal affairs, but

business is a... Hello, Burkhardt.

If you two are having a private conference, I don't want to interrupt.

I was just telling Mr. Burkhardt that such a big increase on expenses is your

responsibility. Can I pay another cup, please? It would perhaps be preferable

for me to leave.

Talking about leaving, allow me to inform you that I'm quitting the firm.

What?

Yep. I've been offered a good proposition. I'll be signing my contract

soon. Well, good news for you. Here it is.

What? I said, here it is.

Yes, the price, Mr. Burkhardt, gives life a certain zest. Yes, it surely

ma 'am. You know the way.

Now, what does this mean?

So you want to leave me, darling?

What do you know about that?

Aren't you being irrational?

Nobody can have everything the way they want it. Remember that.

You knew all along.

What's the big idea?

I'm not as stupid as you may think. I'm not letting the competition grab you

away.

Well, I'm sorry, but there's not much you can do about it. That's where you're

wrong. It so happens that your new employers wouldn't jeopardize their

with me, which can happen if I were deprived of certain important and

services that I'm depending on you for.

Do they know I'm indispensable in bed? I don't mind their knowing it. Some of

them already know what goes on in my bed. Many of them, I'm sure.

That's right. Nothing in the world can stop me. I always get whatever I'm

I have influential friends and I know how to use them.

No one will hire you.

You shouldn't forget we're married for better or for worse.

And you belong to me now.

As you will until death.

Dreadful situation, isn't it?

Oh, don't worry about it.

I think I can face it, darling.

You belong to me now and you will until death.

Do you think she meant your death?

What are we going to do about it?

I think she's planning to kill you.

Let her plan it.

I'll get her before she gets me. Do you really mean that, darling?

There's no other way.

Couldn't we just go away?

Far enough so no one would ever find her.

Sooner or later she'd find me, Gina.

Bye.

It's amazing, darling.

The resemblance is perfect.

Turn your head a bit.

Sensational. Have you got the powder? It's in my purse, darling.

This works very fast. She'll be asleep in three minutes.

Now, let's go back over it.

When Elizabeth comes, be sure you're upstairs. It must appear to be an empty

house. What if she doesn't come at all? Don't worry, she'll come.

If just to get proof against me.

The first thing she'll be doing, as I know her, is to have a glass of scotch.

Her favorite brand is always a Mr. Catter.

As soon as she's asleep, you rush down here and carry her out there to that

sofa. Then you go back upstairs, taking her bag and coat.

Now, don't forget to bring along her glass and the decanter as well.

Then I will arrive with the two girls.

I'll start the record player going.

Then you come down.

Now, don't be afraid. It's not loaded yet. Yes, but if she's missed her gun in

the meantime, what's that? No, no, no. Don't worry. All you have to think about

is the part you play hysterical. You're a monster.

I won't go on. I prefer to kill myself.

You're a monster. I won't go on. I prefer to kill myself. No, give it more

feeling, more conviction.

You're a monster. I won't go on. I prefer to kill myself.

That was very good. Now, then you wait until I take the girls out to the car,

and you know what to do about Elizabeth.

Let's go through it once more to be absolutely sure.

You wait until I take the girls out to the car, and you know what to do about

Elizabeth.

Elizabeth.

Don't you think our roles are out of balance?

Why? As I see it, you have all the fun and the dirty work's mine.

There's nothing to worry about, darling.

You have to trust me.

What do you want to help me about?

What friend?

I've already proven once that I'm your friend. Oh, you're the one who warned me

the other day by letter.

You understand that if you must remain anonymous, I've every reason to view

warning sceptically.

My name is of no importance in this matter.

But you're wrong to be sceptical.

If you want proof, all you have to do is go and see for yourself.

Your husband and these girls are having a splendid time in your villa.

I hope I've made it clear.

Hi, beautiful.

Hurry, right away.

30 Lake Road.

Now you've done it.

She's dead. You've murdered her. I just gave her a tap.

Hang up, stupid.

The police heard everything.

Look at that.

Anyway, don't forget you're the one that hit her, not me. Oh, shut up.

What are we going to do with her?

The best thing to do would be to throw her in the lake.

I want to keep her as a souvenir.

Somebody's coming.

Oh, that ride was fun, but now we'll give you a real good one.

Oh,

I didn't know you lived in a palace. What a layout. Go right in, girls.

You can fly.

Where's the bridal suite? Up on the first floor?

Let's go find it.

No, wait.

Don't go up there.

If you want to fight, I'll give you...

And that flower...

to myself how disgusting it is to be married to you. Get those whores out of

here immediately. You don't have to make a scene.

You'll get your lover back. Now, please, just wait for me. I'll take them back.

That's all you've got to say? Elizabeth, it's not what you think. No, shut up.

You're a monster. I prefer to kill myself.

I can't go on.

Get them out of here.

little run -in. No importance with my wife, but she suddenly got all upset.

What a bull.

Another night wait.

Anyway, what do you call us for? Can I go now?

You got a lot of crazy calls, but this one's too much.

I've got to warn you, this little caper will cost you a lot. How could you do

this to me?

You should be ashamed of yourself.

Hurry up, girls. Get in the car.

Oh, you sure pick funny times to invite to your private orgy. Next time around,

tell Grandma to stay in her room.

Too late to get anything else tonight. Anyway, we won't be back here soon. We'd

be swinging in town if you'd listen to me. Where are my keys? You blind?

They're right there.

And the police on top of it.

What a night.

Out you go.

Nice guy. A real friend.

Must be Mother's Day.

What are you going to do? Take her flowers?

You thief.

Leaving two poor girls out here in the middle of the night.

We'll get you, you prude.

What a rat.

Let him go.

Oh, sure. Let him go.

How are we going to get back to town?

What's the matter now?

Oh, tell me you lost your nerve. She disappeared.

What are you talking about?

She wasn't there anymore when I came back to do it.

It's incredible.

Somebody must have... Burglars.

Elizabeth must have seen them.

You were upstairs and you didn't even hear them? But I'm positive she was here

when you came in. You must believe me. Never mind that. We have to find out

where she is now.

Look.

The boat isn't there.

It was docked right here.

Ralph.

What's this?

It's Elizabeth's.

I'm sure it must have happened like this.

Elizabeth had begun to call the police, but the burglars heard the conversation.

They knocked her out, but panicked, dumped her body in the lake, and then

disappeared. But then we've nothing to worry about.

Elizabeth's dead and it won't be blamed on us. Don't be stupid, Gina. I was with

you when the police came and I will get involved because you were Elizabeth.

But the robbery could have happened later. Are you mad?

It couldn't have been later because it only took me a minute or so with the

girls before I came back and they can prove all that. How in blazes would

anybody believe me? When they testify about this, I'm sure the least they

get would be a life sentence.

There must be another way out.

It's not my fault. I swear I didn't hear anything.

You believe me, don't you?

Yes, I know you did the best you could.

It's me again.

Excuse me for breaking in like this.

It so happens I forgot something in the rush.

My favorite compact.

Don't bother. I know...

Now we can't say that you're dead

anymore.

There's only one solution left.

You must go on playing your role. No, but how can I... The thing's happened at

all. Elizabeth is alive.

No, I couldn't... Of course you can. Believe me, I'll figure it all out.

You'll be coming back with me now as my wife.

You're out of your mind. Tomorrow I'll tell Burkhardt that you've had a nervous

breakdown and you can't see anybody. That way I'm buying time to put together

enough money to leave the country. I could never do it. It's too much for me.

Jean, I trust you. You'll be just perfect, I'm sure.

Our future depends on you.

Good evening, sir. Good evening, ma 'am. You can take the car out.

Good evening, ma 'am.

Quick, into the bedroom.

Where is it? It's in front of you.

Good evening, madam. Is there anything you need?

Madam is not feeling very well. Would you bring us some fruit? Right away,

All right, calm down.

I've decided to go to Saint -Tropez. I want you to leave with Jimmy tomorrow to

open the villa.

Are you sure you won't need us here, sir?

No, we'll be all right.

We'll be leaving after tomorrow.

Very well. Good night.

All right, that's one thing taken care of.

Tomorrow we'll be alone.

It's impossible. I'm too scared. I almost fainted a minute ago.

I'm going to get you a tranquilizer.

Something to help you sleep till tomorrow morning.

Is it the same one you gave Elizabeth?

Sorry, dear, but we both gave Elizabeth.

Are you going to ask me also to wear her nightgown and use her toothbrush and

her makeup?

Careful with the wig.

You're going to need it.

I'm going into the garden.

Are you crazy?

Look at yourself.

I forbid you to go out like that.

We'd be in trouble if anyone saw you.

Sorry, I thought you said that by this morning we'd be alone.

Yes, but you're forgetting the neighbors.

You know you're supposed to be sick in bed.

Lovesick, maybe.

Now be silly. You had a nervous breakdown and you're suffering from

hallucinations. You're desperate because I'm unfaithful.

And you want to kill yourself, remember.

Meanwhile, if you're hungry...

Your breakfast is ready in the kitchen.

And where is the kitchen?

Last door on your left.

I'll be back in two or three hours. Don't open the door to anybody. And if

phone rings, don't answer.

Good morning, Milo. Morning, Mac.

Yes?

A lady here to see you, sir.

What's her name?

She said to tell you she was Minzy. Bet you'd know her.

All right, send her right in.

Hello, sweetheart.

Don't look so sad.

Aren't you happy I'm here to see you?

I'm always glad to see you.

You look younger than ever.

No, it's true. Believe me.

Don't give me that.

You got any other jokes?

Don't try bluffing me like you always did before.

How'd you track me down here?

My two little nieces were invited last night to a soiree. They didn't come off.

What? I know the whole story.

What a washout you've become.

So life is a little dull with a wife like yours. Still, I think you went too

this time.

Yeah, she's completely hysterical.

I'm so frustrated I thought about suicide.

Pass me your crying towel.

What a pity that you're still playing the same old tune.

You might have learned a lot of things about life if you'd stayed with Mimsy.

Remember, I was never jealous.

I know.

What a rat you were.

Every time you go on one of your escapades, I close my eyes, but I'd

money on the table. You were fabulous.

How many nights did I cry expecting you for hours?

Yes, I know. It's useless to talk about it.

You can be wonderful when you want to be, but it takes a little to know how to

handle you and adapt to your screwing around.

What did you used to say?

My sabbatical leave. Your sabbatical leave. But nothing mattered as long as

came back. You always liked nightclubs, lots of girls and fancy sports cars, and

that's the way it was.

You're a good psychoanalyst.

And you're a great lovemaker, but you know how to make a woman suffer, too.

All right, that's enough now. I'm sorry.

You're the type of person I hold on to.

And I'm sorry I didn't. You know why I came to see you now?

I guess to talk about our good old days.

Uh -huh, sure.

And, um, well, you know what I mean.

I think I do. The cost of living is very high.

And your old friend's in real trouble.

I'm just an ordinary employee around here.

Please, you can stop your crying act. I'm sick of it.

All right, then how much? Five thousand might help.

You know, these girls are always short of money in their chatterboxes.

Their silence would, of course, be most convenient, no doubt about that.

I mean, it's better the less said about this situation.

I'll try and find the money.

Excuse me for not going out with you. Watch out for the steps. They've just

waxed. Be careful not to break your neck.

And if she did, it'd cost me double.

Yes? The book house would like to see you.

Send him right in.

Yes?

I want you to have a good rest.

Oh, Burkhardt's just arrived.

Perhaps you want to speak to him, dear.

Just as you wish, Elizabeth.

He'll understand, I'm sure.

I'll be back early, my love.

Excuse me, please. I hope it's nothing serious.

I'm very worried.

Her regular doctor hasn't even been able to give us a helpful diagnosis of the

trouble yet. If we must get a psychiatrist... What symptoms have you

to observe till now?

She has an extreme mental depression with headaches and hallucinations. It's

awfully painful.

Couldn't it have something to do with your idea of quitting the firm because

didn't like that?

Anyway, it's time she had a change of scenery. It would probably do her good

have some sea air, and I'm planning a trip with her. Oh, my wife asked me just

now if you'd be kind enough to make 200 ,000 marks to her personal account.

You say 200 ,000 marks?

We need the approval of the chief accountant to pay such a large amount.

I've got to be as smart as a fox.

Four cards, no fool. I must move extremely cautiously.

I suppose that means we have to wait.

Not long. A little more patience and then we'll be rich.

I'll try and find the right place where you can be just beautiful and happy and

where my business ability can be at last appreciated.

What do you think of Acapulco?

You must go on playing the role of Elizabeth. I'm going away with my wife

all. And with the 200 ,000 marks her devoted poor card will supply to help

his boss's marriage.

Well, let's hope that adorable wife of yours will never reappear.

She won't. Thanks to you, she rests in peace.

Under the circumstances, your sense of humor is mustering. Oh, forget who you

are and it'll all go fine.

Gina must disappear completely. You're waiting here for your beloved husband

you're suffering from a nervous breakdown. A few weeks from now, you

Gina again.

And we'll celebrate your resurrection.

And what if in the meantime they discover her body? What kind of

will you give them? Let's leave now. It's absurd to run such a... Stay well

hidden until we do.

I don't want to be around here the day the police come to arrest me.

Do as I say and nothing will happen to you.

Think about our future.

What's happened to the house?

Oh, I see.

How do you know?

Oh, the housekeeper. Yes, I see.

Yes, I will.

Half an hour, I'll be there.

Right.

What are they calling for?

The robbery at the villa. The woman tried to call here on the phone.

As nobody was answering, she went to the police.

I have to go for an inventory.

Don't go, please. I'm sure it's a trap. You'll be arrested. Let's leave now.

Now? What about the money?

You're not thinking, are you?

Ralph, I'm sure they found the body.

Oh.

Hello, Mr.

Schroeder. Where on earth's your wife? Is she on a trip?

No, she's been in bed, completely run down. All of us suffer a lot from this

heat. Ah, well, tell her I'm here if she needs anything.

So, Mr. Schroeder, aside from the silver boxes and candelabras, you're not

missing anything.

I already told you, Inspector, that my wife and I rarely come here.

If it's lucky for me, they don't come here often.

Because with the picking up, I can tell you it's a terrible job for me.

My wife doesn't care for this house, you see, and I have no sense of order.

So we rely completely on our dear Mrs. Heldberg. When I come here, I leave the

house in such a mess that I never remember where things are. And even

put them.

That's the way I am.

But there's something missing that you must have noticed and you should have

told us about.

And what was that?

The boat.

It's been found across the lake.

Registration number S -173. That is yours, isn't it?

Yes. We found spots of blood. Would you happen to know how they got there?

No, I don't.

Could be that the burglars got hurt in breaking in.

That's perhaps an explanation, but isn't it funny there's no blood anywhere

else?

Well, we'll talk about it later.

Gina!

Gina! I need a shower.

They found Elizabeth's body.

I knew it was going to happen.

We have to be out of here in ten minutes.

Do we have to move that fast?

Hello, I'm listening.

What?

Oh, Vanetti.

My wife, why?

Oh, it's impossible to speak to my wife because she's sick.

It's important?

Well, come right away then.

I'll be expecting you.

Goodbye.

Benetti the jeweler?

He can't come here.

Said he had something to speak to me about very urgently.

Why do you risk something like that? Don't mess up everything. Go and get

dressed. You're hurting me.

What does that man want?

I won't keep you long.

Unfortunately, my wife isn't able to see.

You must certainly recognize this ring.

You were there when Mrs. Schroeder bought it.

Yes, I was.

Yes, it was one of her rings.

Was?

Why do you say was?

I'm positive Mrs. Schroeder wouldn't have given up a valuable piece of

like that.

No, no.

Well, then she might have forgotten it somewhere.

Yes, she could have left it any place, in the ladies' room of a restaurant or

a movie, anywhere.

It's possible.

But I'd be more inclined to believe she lost it while swimming in the lake. The

man who tried to sell it to me was a fisherman.

It's pretty good fishing to hook a thing like that. We'll see that the man gets

a good reward. Oh, but shouldn't the police be advised about it, at least?

No, why should the police be concerned?

Well, because one never knows what might have happened. There could have been

some sort of a robbery or trouble at the villa. My wife will certainly be very

grateful for what you've done. It's terribly kind of you.

If she weren't sick in bed, as I've told you, I'm sure she'd have liked to tell

you in person her feelings.

As soon as she's better, she will.

Oh, it's really nothing. After all, your wife is a good client. May I ask your

permission to make a phone call? Yes, please do.

I have to tell my people I'll be late.

Miss Shards... I'm going to be a little late.

I've been tied up with Mr. Schroeder.

Would you tell my client to excuse me? I'll only be able to come in half an

hour.

Thank you, Mr. Schroeder. I'm the one to thank you.

Give my best regards to Mrs. Schroeder.

Yes, sir. And tell her I hope she'll soon be all right.

Yes, I will.

What did he want?

Nothing important. He came and bought a ring he wanted to give back to

Elizabeth. This ring business sounds a bit strange. Don't you think so? Why

you worry about nothing?

You seem upset, too. I can see it. Don't take me for... I'm terribly sorry, Mr.

Schroeder.

I forgot my attaché case. I meant to knock, but I found the key in the door.

You shouldn't be so careless, you know. Nowadays, there are so many criminals

about.

And please forgive me for disturbing you.

What's he going to think now? I don't give a damn. Go get him.

38702.

His coming here means they haven't identified the body.

Let's find out about it. But you said you were there when they took her out of

the lake. Yes, I know, but it doesn't mean they've identified her yet.

It's a ring.

Was certainly taken to Vanetti's by the same people who broke into the villa.

Yes, of course.

They obviously took it while they were moving Elizabeth out.

Just before dumping her body.

And they pretended to have found it.

Yes, that's exactly how it happened.

Well, from now on, this ring is yours.

Ralph.

You've nothing to worry about and you mustn't be scared

Evening

paper, please

Gina

What is it?

Read this.

Impossible to identify body of woman found in lake.

Well, that settles everything.

Don't be so naive. They may identify her later after the police investigate.

I wouldn't worry about that. Do you know what happens after a few days in the

water? The body gets fat just like a balloon and then it blows up.

You shouldn't be drinking like that or I'm the one who's going to blow up. You

better go to bed.

No, don't be silly.

I'm not sleepy at all.

Unless you come along too, I won't go.

Please, Ralph, don't leave me alone again tonight.

Stop it.

Stop it, I said. Come on, you're beginning to behave exactly like

Aren't I, Elizabeth?

Yes, but why make yourself into an alcoholic?

You'd better have a milkshake.

You mean to say that the specialist couldn't make a precise diagnosis of her

condition? It's imperative for her to be given an EEG.

The supply of blood to the left side of the brain has been much too far below

the norm. Didn't you tell me the other day you were planning to take her to a

famous brain specialist in Paris?

Yes, that's why we'll be leaving immediately. We must explore every

I'm not indispensable here as long as you take things in hand. Mrs. Schroeder

knows she may rely on me for everything.

Of course, and she's most grateful to you.

Now, about the 200 ,000 marks, have you been able to do something? Well, the

chief accountant made some objection when I asked for the transfer, and so I

assume it'll take a little time.

Objection? Why?

It seems that the company's bylaws, specifically in paragraph number 19,

the approval of the executive committee before making so big a transaction. This

means convening a meeting with all the directors.

Well, that's just great.

You mean my wife has no power to move her money as she pleases. How

I think I might come up with a solution that will work.

Since your wife owns more than half the shares, I can circumvent some legal

requirements and call the board meeting in 24 hours.

Then do it.

Good. I'll also advise the chief accountant and bring them all together

afternoon. Would you be kind enough to tell Mrs. Schroeder about it?

But there's no question of her coming in her condition.

I promise you it won't take more than ten minutes, and we can even hold the

meeting at your house. Please just tell me what time your wife would find the

most convenient.

Gina?

Gina, where are you?

Gina?

Out here.

Gee.

Elizabeth.

What's the matter?

What's the idea?

You want to ruin everything for us?

You're getting out and you're getting back in the house.

What do you have for a head anyway?

You're supposed to be sick in bed. I told you not to go outside.

Get back and get back fast.

What's the matter with you?

I've told you.

I wouldn't be treated the same way you treated your wife.

I've just left Burkhardt, and I told him how sick you are.

You see, we're right at the point of getting the money, and you... I'm fed up

with playing this part.

And I'm fed up with your stupidity.

You brute.

Get this through your thick head.

Tomorrow, Burkhardt is coming over here with a power of attorney for you to sign

for the transfer.

Are you kidding?

And I'm going to... Yes, you are going to sign those papers, Gina.

You're crazy.

Burkhart will be impossible to fool. I won't be able to do it. He's been much

too close to her. He won't suspect a thing. You'll be in bed and you'll have

curtains around you. But he knows her voice.

What am I supposed to do? Not answer if anyone asks me a question?

Do you believe I'd force you to do all this if there were a possibility of

anything going wrong?

Now, all you have to do is learn how to copy her signature perfectly.

And we sit back and just count the millions.

You play big stakes, Ralph.

And suddenly you're acting very strangely.

I mean it. It's true. You're hiding something from me.

Yes, it's true.

I'd better explain everything to you now.

Burkhardt's convinced you're sort of... A nervous breakdown wasn't enough. I had

to say you're mad.

I had to.

Now you know the whole truth.

So I'm mad.

You're still not telling the whole truth.

What do you mean? I don't understand.

If you can't be more honest with me, I don't see why I should explain anything.

Can't you leave me alone?

Come on, darling. You're just nervous.

It's almost over now. We'll be out of all this in 24 hours.

It's not true. No, Inspector. I swear we had nothing to do with that. You've

been through our records. A little housebreaking, some misdemeanors, but

all.

And six months in prison for armed robbery. You forgot about that one.

We broke in through the window and left the place... What about the blood?

It's apparently the same group as the blood found on a boat later on.

And I remind you, you've admitted to assaulting a woman in this house. Not

assault. We just tapped her a little.

The last client you tapped a little spent a year in the hospital.

So you might like to elaborate.

So, all right, we hit her, but we wouldn't have done it if she hadn't have

trying to get the police on the phone. Nothing intentional. Believe me,

Inspector. So it's because she was calling the police that the poor woman

assaulted.

Not assaulted. Tapped.

And the telephone was on this table at that time.

that's right perhaps you can describe the woman her age color of hair what she

was wearing

It looks like more than a depression.

She's getting awfully neurotic.

I think we should put her in a hospital right away.

That won't be possible, Doctor. I really must insist that you come and see her,

and soon.

She's already attempted suicide several times. I'm doing everything I can, but I

just can't reason with her.

I understand.

Unfortunately, I have patients all day.

But I'll try to come by this evening.

Any time that's convenient.

If you could pretend to be a friend, it'd make things simpler.

Thanks very much, Doctor. I'll be expecting you.

What's the matter?

Congratulations.

You've done a beautiful job.

The perfect wife went out.

Very well played.

But haven't you overlooked a little detail?

What's this all about?

But can't you tell me who you are?

I haven't done anything.

What is it you want?

Money?

What are you calling me for?

Please speak up. Tell me what you want.

I know everything.

Absolutely everything.

If you want proof, go out to the swimming pool.

Someone's waiting for you there.

If you want proof, go out to the swimming pool.

Don't be scared, ma 'am. It's only us. We've come to empty the pool.

Fred, come out of there.

Okay, I'm finished.

Everything's in order.

But I didn't know that... But you must know we're following your instructions.

Sure, we come at the end of every month.

If you'd like us to come more often, we'd be delighted. Just let us know.

Yeah, we ought to service that one regularly.

I think it's already pretty wealthy.

What the hell are you doing now? I'm going away. I won't take it anymore.

Let me go. Let me go now.

No.

Let go of me.

No, I'm not going back in there.

Are you crazy?

Let go of me. Shut up, you fool.

You'll go to jail if you keep this up.

I take it easy. Calm down.

Read.

Ralph must produce a corpse to put his hands on your money.

Signed, a friend.

That's what got you worked up?

I'm beginning to understand. The person who wrote this knows I'm going to be

killed. You're only forgetting one thing. It's not for you, but for

I don't care. It's all over.

I refuse to see Burkhardt. It's a stupid idea.

Not if you're as good an actress as you claim to be.

You dream of being a star?

Well, here's a beautiful opportunity to show your talents.

The only way you can make it now is over your wife's dead body.

Sure.

And then I go to jail.

You don't understand. I mean my dead body, of course.

I'm Elizabeth.

You've been really clever.

They all think I'm completely mad.

You'll say that after one of our scraps, your wife went out.

And it's me they'll discover somewhere.

You don't think your corpse had fooled too many people, do you? She was over

You're out of your mind. I know I am. You've said it to everyone.

And it's part of your beautiful plan.

Your way to declare I've disappeared so that nobody can possibly identify the

corpse and explain you thought I would come back.

As I did each time we'd been quarreling.

I'm not as stupid as you may think.

And you're not so bright.

I only know one thing, and that is it's impossible for me to imagine life

without you. I'm in love with you, you fool. Darling, don't try to play the big

scene. I don't believe a word of it.

What are you getting at? You'll manage all alone, because I'm leaving you.

Well, go if you want.

But when you find yourself in jail, you'll be sorry you did.

Stay in here.

We tried to phone, but there was no answer.

I just got in.

May I offer you something?

No, thanks. That's why we're on duty.

You're a charming little thing.

We came here...

To talk with you about the blood on the sofa in the boat.

We've discovered where it comes from.

Have you?

I think you met Sergeant Myers.

Yes, of course.

We met in the most embarrassing circumstances. I hope you'll be discreet

it, Sergeant.

And I personally hope you'll help us put together some bits and pieces.

Your wife is here, I suppose.

Oh, yes, but I'm afraid she's sick in bed and won't be able to see you.

Sorry. Would she by any chance be suffering from a head wound?

No, but why do you ask? That's precisely one of the details we wanted to discuss

with you.

Yes, the burglars have admitted to assaulting a woman in your villa the

night.

So you've arrested them?

How come you didn't know about it? I'm surprised, because I thought that

headquarters had advised you. Yes, we've got them, and they admitted having

assaulted a woman, as I just told you.

They say because they heard her phoning the police.

From the description they gave, it's the same person Sergeant Meyer saw with you

in your villa the other night.

Wearing a fur coat, reddish blonde, hide about... Sergeant, I know my wife,

thank you.

Seems a bit strange that your wife didn't make a complaint immediately.

Well, she often has strange ideas.

Did you know about the robbery when Sergeant Meyer arrived?

No, you're the one who told me.

It would be very interesting to know why your wife didn't answer.

You must ask her on another time when she's better, because as I said, she's

sick in bed and nobody's allowed to see her. We could ask the doctor's

permission and talk about it.

Do you remember his phone number?

No.

He'd better go and see what she wants.

What is it, Elizabeth?

Darling, what's the matter?

The inspector is here to see you.

He has a few questions about the robbery.

I have nothing to say.

Oh, I want to forget about that awful beat.

Well, that's all I can do for you. And excuses for disturbing you.

You were just great.

You played it like a star.

It was really fast thinking.

Slowed them down a little, too.

It's all right. I'm not expecting thanks.

I'm not impatient to go to jail, either, you know.

We must celebrate.

You still want to go?

I can just get the last plane to Zurich if I hurry.

And what about me?

Don't you want to take me along?

You mean you'd drop the whole idea and go with me now?

To the Bahamas, Ceylon, or even just Ophelia. You choose the place.

And the millions.

You'd give up all that?

Oh, we can get along on what she has in her Zurich bank account.

I'll tell Burkhardt you're feeling worse and that he should call off the

meeting.

I have to get a few clothes at my place and jewelry.

Oh, you have enough jewelry here.

Look up check -in times on the airline schedule. It's on my desk over there.

Leaving from Stuttgart.

Stuttgart? Why not from here?

Why?

Because it would be dangerous if someone saw us together.

There's a flight at 9 .15.

Good, we have time then. You start packing and don't take too many clothes.

better go take care of the car.

Don't forget the ring.

I must wear it.

Of course.

She never used to travel without it.

You mustn't be out of character.

Have you got her passport?

I've even got two passports, Elizabeth's and mine.

Don't forget to give hers to customs.

And take this. Why the bag? Must I wear her initials, too?

If the customs officer is suspicious about the photo, the monogram should

any doubt.

You're pretty sharp, aren't you?

Well, let's drink to Elizabeth and her complete disappearance, to our life in

the future, and to our happiness.

Here's to everything.

And the success of your plan, my dearest.

I'm so sleepy.

I'm just incapable of keeping my eyes focused.

Maybe it's better if I drive while you rest.

Drive carefully. Don't get us all killed.

Ralph, is that gas I smell?

Hmm?

Uh, same as usual.

The left lane.

Now, left again.

The bypass is in front of us.

Now, this road is eight kilometers shorter.

Ralph, that cigar of yours is making me sick.

Please put it out, will you?

You're right. I smell gas now.

Now go look. Stop there.

Huh?

Got it.

And tell me about the corpse. Have you been able to identify it?

The body's completely burnt.

It must have been the owner of the car.

No, Inspector, I don't know where she is.

I see.

Has something happened?

Yes.

Your wife had a terrible car accident, and I'm sorry to have to tell you... She

didn't survive.

I was afraid of something like this. What did you say?

I say I'm not surprised.

Do you mind explaining that? She was completely depressed.

Interesting. Please allow me to extend my sympathy.

Over.

Can't believe it's over.

That our love has ended before it had its thought.

Don't know where it is I'm going.

Is the light still flowing within my heart?

Tell me why I've lost you When we've had tomorrow I understand your feelings,

but don't worry, I'm here.

I know how surprised you are to see me.

You were wrong to think I'd abandon you.

Aren't you feeling well? You're so pale.

Well, all I can say is that you're smarter than I thought.

I should have known all along.

But how did you manage it?

Thanks to you, I've been discovering the fun of being dead.

Remember the old gardener?

Well, he thought it was fun, too, helping you while I knew everything.

Oh.

In fact, I knew it from the start, darling.

And I had to interfere with your plans just because I didn't want to die.

You did the whole thing most intelligently, and I'm proud of you. I'm

nightmare.

The burglars admitted that they'd murdered you.

And there was blood on the boat.

Yes, I know.

I let them believe they really knocked me out.

And I knew what was going to happen to me when I heard your act.

And when I saw my gun in your girlfriend's hand.

You're a monster. I can't go on. I prefer to kill myself.

Elizabeth, it's not what you think.

And then I understood that you were going to kill me and set it up to look

a suicide.

And fortunately for you, the burglar saved my life without knowing it.

I made the marks leading to the boat myself, as if my body had been dragged.

And I left my earring on the ground.

I put the blood on the boat, too.

It was all very easy.

After that, I told Burkhard about it.

I must say, he acted his part like a real pro.

And I watched you getting caught up in your own net. So Burkhard knew

everything. No, part of it only.

If I had told him you really wanted to kill me, he would have told the police

right away.

And Vanetti?

I made up the whole ring business.

Oh, I'm sorry.

I arranged it all with the man who delivers our fish.

Oh, your hand is shaking.

Now be calm, dear.

And the anonymous letter was yours also.

Well, of course.

I knew you needed to produce a body in order to get my inheritance, and I had

disappeared. There was only one solution left.

Congratulations.

I can't fight all this. You're too strong.

You've won all the way through, and I've lost.

You can send me directly to prison.

I thought of it, you know.

Then, thinking it over again, I realized, taking your place, I'd wanted

her also.

You must admit you did everything to help her.

And how, my darling?

All because I wanted to keep you for myself. I've grown accustomed to you.

too late for me to change.

You know, a man as gifted as you are is very difficult to find.

You're the only one who can save me from jail.

You'd much prefer staying with me, I know.

But saving you is much more difficult than you think.

I do not exist, you see. I was killed in a car accident.

You poor, ungrateful widower.

At your service.

Leave the light on. I want to see you.

I want to see my murderer.

It's exciting to think of all you've done to kill me.

I hope you'll forgive me.

I know it's a little late for a visit. I guess you're evidently retired for the

evening. I guess it's a good guess. But unfortunately, I must ask your wife a

few questions.

My wife?

But how can you say that?

She came to see me before the funeral. She must have told you.

Elizabeth?

I'm sorry, but the inspector wants to see you.

Elizabeth?

I think she's asleep.

Let me come in.

It's very important.

Well, I can't stop you if it's that urgent.

Oh, no, Inspector. I thought I'd explained everything.

Yes,

you did. Now we have confirmation that the woman who died yesterday in the car

is Gina Barkov, but there are still some details. Some details?

All right, let's talk then, but hurry.

You have declared you lent her your car and that she seemed very nervous when

she left you.

Oh, just a little. You know how female nerves are.

The bag found near Gina Barkoff's body had initials on it. E .X. How do you

explain that?

I didn't use that bag anymore, so I gave it to her. But I'm shocked that she

didn't have the monogram taken off of it.

Oh, what about the coat? Was that a gift, too? No, not the coat.

Gina had an appointment in Zurich to meet an important film producer.

She thought being elegant would help her a lot in getting the part.

I see.

Oh, that's your ring, darling. We lent that to her, too.

I see.

It's impossible to say no to such a dear friend.

One mustn't exaggerate. One can be extremely generous but not lend

She's right.

It's a pity the victim wasn't a reddish blonde, because then she could have been

the woman assaulted in your villa the other night. Oh, but Gina's hair was

color at least a week ago, it was.

But what could she have been doing in your house?

A few days later, she told me... It's most embarrassing to say, though. What

she tell you?

She said she went to my house so as to catch my husband while he was having a

special kind of party.

Yes, the poor girl loved him, you see.

Yes, and I think that was one of the reasons why she killed herself.

Is that so?

Well... I'll be going now.

And excuse me for disturbing you.

Would you like a drink, Inspector?

My wife should have asked you before. It would be awfully nice if you accepted.

Oh, no, thank you, Mr. Schroeder. I've work to do.

So do I. Well, I'm sure your job is more pleasant than mine. It has its ups and

downs. Well, good luck.

Nice couple, those two.

There you are now, back to bed.

Sorry, but your vacation's over, my dear.

It's time to get back to work.

And no more fellows.

My life is yours, Elizabeth.

And I'm going to take advantage of it.

Every single minute.

You will become my personal slave.

You wanted me to be dead, didn't you?

You better try killing me with love.

That's easier said than done.

I guess I have to obey your orders.

I have no orders, only desires.

My murderer.