1 00:00:06,798 --> 00:00:10,093 MOSFILM 2 00:00:11,470 --> 00:00:13,347 Comedy. 3 00:00:14,431 --> 00:00:17,559 HUSSAR BALLAD 4 00:00:18,977 --> 00:00:21,898 Written by A.GLADKOV Co-written by E.RYAZANOV. 5 00:00:23,066 --> 00:00:25,986 Directed by Eldar RYAZANOV. 6 00:00:27,319 --> 00:00:30,407 Director of Photography Leonid KRAINENKOV. 7 00:00:31,866 --> 00:00:34,077 Production Designers M.BOGDANOV, G.MYASNIKOV. 8 00:00:34,411 --> 00:00:36,246 Coctume Designer O.KRUCHININA. 9 00:00:37,122 --> 00:00:40,375 Music by Tikhon KHRENNIKOV. 10 00:01:12,867 --> 00:01:14,328 Starring. 11 00:01:14,745 --> 00:01:17,457 Larisa GOLUBKINA Yuri YAKOVLEV. 12 00:01:17,914 --> 00:01:21,169 Kutuzov - Igor ILYINSKY 13 00:01:22,796 --> 00:01:25,757 Ivan - Nikolai KRYUCHKOV Azarov - Victor KOLTSOV. 14 00:01:25,965 --> 00:01:28,426 Count Nurin - Antony KHODURSKY. 15 00:01:28,968 --> 00:01:32,263 Jermon - Tatiana SHMYGA Pelymov - Lev POLYAKOV. 16 00:02:27,696 --> 00:02:29,824 Again alone, again astride. 17 00:02:30,742 --> 00:02:33,245 Your love of riding's not a sin, it's not. 18 00:02:33,452 --> 00:02:36,081 But, frankly, you should know where to stop. 19 00:02:36,914 --> 00:02:39,876 It doesn't behoove you to be childish at 17. 20 00:02:40,210 --> 00:02:41,753 Well, it's not 117! 21 00:02:42,004 --> 00:02:43,839 Ah, uncle, don't lecture me on morals. 22 00:02:44,882 --> 00:02:46,926 Shura dear, what will you be wearing? 23 00:02:47,093 --> 00:02:49,596 - You want to outshine them all? - Do tell me. 24 00:02:49,929 --> 00:02:52,806 - Oh, I really don't know. - Make up your mind, my doe. 25 00:02:53,140 --> 00:02:55,935 - There's still time. - The ball's on everybody's lips. 26 00:02:56,268 --> 00:02:57,603 It's being eagerly awaited. 27 00:02:58,688 --> 00:03:00,357 Make a guess. 28 00:03:02,860 --> 00:03:05,612 I will be wearing a fancy dress. 29 00:03:07,364 --> 00:03:08,699 Little fidget... 30 00:03:27,259 --> 00:03:28,761 Three thousand devils! 31 00:03:29,846 --> 00:03:31,765 My good man, tell the Major 32 00:03:31,932 --> 00:03:33,809 that Brigadier Rzhevsky's nephew 33 00:03:34,143 --> 00:03:36,270 has a letter for him. 34 00:03:38,855 --> 00:03:41,524 Don't stand and look at me. I'm not a gingerbread. 35 00:03:55,414 --> 00:03:57,374 This is an honor, Lieutenant Rzhevsky! 36 00:03:57,751 --> 00:03:59,211 Are you a cornet? 37 00:03:59,628 --> 00:04:01,588 In full-dress uniform! 38 00:04:01,755 --> 00:04:04,632 - No... I mean yes. - What a surprise! 39 00:04:04,966 --> 00:04:06,884 I do salute you, brother. 40 00:04:07,136 --> 00:04:09,095 A hussar is a brother to a hussar. 41 00:04:09,471 --> 00:04:11,515 What brings you here? 42 00:04:12,183 --> 00:04:15,019 You're not a relative, are you? 43 00:04:15,352 --> 00:04:17,270 - Oh yes, I am. - So much the better. 44 00:04:17,604 --> 00:04:20,273 You now tell me all about them. 45 00:04:21,109 --> 00:04:22,443 I am at your service. 46 00:04:22,902 --> 00:04:25,612 Lives here maiden Alexandra, 47 00:04:25,905 --> 00:04:27,449 a Russian Rosine. 48 00:04:27,657 --> 00:04:30,118 Oh, Shurochka! She is my cousin. 49 00:04:30,493 --> 00:04:33,245 Deliver all you know about her. 50 00:04:33,496 --> 00:04:36,374 I am betrothed to her since childhood. 51 00:04:36,791 --> 00:04:38,751 Being a cousin, you must know it. 52 00:04:38,960 --> 00:04:41,713 Yes, I've heard about the betrothal. 53 00:04:42,338 --> 00:04:45,550 - So it is you? - Alas, my friend. 54 00:04:45,843 --> 00:04:48,261 - Alas? But why? - Listen, can you punt? 55 00:04:48,513 --> 00:04:51,598 - Er... Yes. - Then you will understand. 56 00:04:52,516 --> 00:04:55,018 I lost my money gambling. 57 00:04:55,228 --> 00:04:58,148 Uncle, an old fogy, helped me, 58 00:04:58,356 --> 00:05:00,609 on condition that I marry her. I promised. 59 00:05:00,858 --> 00:05:03,570 I was desperate, or maybe dead drunk. 60 00:05:03,946 --> 00:05:06,031 The day of reckoning has come. 61 00:05:06,490 --> 00:05:09,535 - I'm truly sorry. - At least she's rich. 62 00:05:10,618 --> 00:05:12,787 - Oh no, not at all. - Well, no matter. 63 00:05:13,163 --> 00:05:15,373 A drowning man is catching at a straw. 64 00:05:15,582 --> 00:05:17,667 - Suppose... - Suppose what? 65 00:05:18,085 --> 00:05:19,879 What if my cousin likes you not? 66 00:05:20,171 --> 00:05:22,089 Hussars, let it be known, 67 00:05:22,715 --> 00:05:25,135 don't know the word "no." 68 00:05:25,468 --> 00:05:27,511 Should I decide to cross the hell gate, 69 00:05:28,345 --> 00:05:30,764 any gal would wish to be my mate. 70 00:05:32,141 --> 00:05:33,642 Back to your cousin though. 71 00:05:34,018 --> 00:05:36,229 I bet she's plain and homely. 72 00:05:36,605 --> 00:05:37,939 - Far from it. - A beauty then? 73 00:05:38,272 --> 00:05:40,775 - Don't know what to say... - Neither fish nor fowl. 74 00:05:41,110 --> 00:05:43,571 I thought so! Affected creatures they are called. 75 00:05:43,862 --> 00:05:46,198 "Ideal" is forever on her lips. 76 00:05:46,531 --> 00:05:47,991 She's fidgety and whining. 77 00:05:48,241 --> 00:05:50,786 A dolt, she wags her tongue without letup. 78 00:05:51,204 --> 00:05:52,997 Your judgement is so harsh. 79 00:05:53,121 --> 00:05:56,500 An older guy, I know women better. 80 00:05:57,127 --> 00:05:59,254 You must have had no luck with them. 81 00:05:59,503 --> 00:06:02,715 I could get harnessed many a time 82 00:06:02,965 --> 00:06:04,842 but freedom is a motto of mine. 83 00:06:05,093 --> 00:06:07,720 - Are you as cautious in the field? - Cornet! 84 00:06:08,097 --> 00:06:10,224 I meant no offense, lieutenant. 85 00:06:10,557 --> 00:06:12,560 - I do apologize. - Now I demand 86 00:06:13,268 --> 00:06:14,602 to know 87 00:06:15,228 --> 00:06:18,815 if you have amours with my betrothed. 88 00:06:19,858 --> 00:06:23,570 My word of honor! I don't shave yet. 89 00:06:24,113 --> 00:06:26,574 And I can not steal the hearts of fair maidens. 90 00:06:26,866 --> 00:06:29,034 It is the priviledge of you, mustachioed men. 91 00:06:29,285 --> 00:06:31,203 Well, then, I take you under my wing. 92 00:06:31,579 --> 00:06:33,956 I'm really delighted to have met you. 93 00:06:34,291 --> 00:06:37,168 Me too, dear cornet. A hussar is a brother to a hussar. 94 00:06:46,137 --> 00:06:47,638 Lieutenant Rzhevsky! 95 00:06:50,265 --> 00:06:51,850 Ah, here you are at last. 96 00:06:57,064 --> 00:06:58,816 - Have you seen my niece? - I haven't. 97 00:07:26,595 --> 00:07:28,222 It's ages since we met. 98 00:07:28,890 --> 00:07:30,767 Oh, we are giving a ball tonight. 99 00:07:31,267 --> 00:07:34,187 Your sweet betrothed has turned 17. 100 00:07:36,773 --> 00:07:38,734 The cook is wondering what broth 101 00:07:39,484 --> 00:07:41,361 you wish prepared for the sauce. 102 00:07:41,862 --> 00:07:44,698 - Lieutenant Rzhevsky! - In the flesh. 103 00:08:03,717 --> 00:08:06,679 - I am delighted. - Enchante. 104 00:08:07,222 --> 00:08:09,016 We'll soon be fam'ly I believe. 105 00:08:09,140 --> 00:08:11,350 Hope you mind not if I take leave. 106 00:08:22,739 --> 00:08:24,949 You came from Petersburg 107 00:08:25,365 --> 00:08:28,536 - or Moscow? - From Moscow if you please. 108 00:08:29,120 --> 00:08:31,831 And how do you like our quiet place? 109 00:08:32,833 --> 00:08:34,875 You live here, that's enough for me 110 00:08:35,084 --> 00:08:36,961 to like your town. 111 00:08:37,129 --> 00:08:38,672 You're nice indeed. 112 00:08:39,046 --> 00:08:41,591 A hussar always speaks his mind. 113 00:08:42,842 --> 00:08:44,677 Which books d'you fancy? 114 00:08:45,012 --> 00:08:47,055 Say, "Clarissa." 115 00:08:47,556 --> 00:08:50,058 The best 'mong other novels, what? 116 00:08:51,352 --> 00:08:54,647 I am awfully sorry. I read it not. 117 00:08:56,023 --> 00:08:57,983 How long d'you plan to stay around here? 118 00:08:59,026 --> 00:09:01,571 I've got a month-long leave 119 00:09:01,904 --> 00:09:03,489 and it is drawing to a close. 120 00:09:08,453 --> 00:09:11,707 What color'd you suggest for this? 121 00:09:12,082 --> 00:09:15,336 Bordeau and orange are in today. 122 00:09:16,253 --> 00:09:17,880 If you ask me what's my pleasure, 123 00:09:18,214 --> 00:09:20,758 I will answer: It is azure. 124 00:09:21,591 --> 00:09:24,344 Oh no, azure doesn't really fit. 125 00:09:24,803 --> 00:09:27,055 Red wine and grey would do the trick. 126 00:09:27,390 --> 00:09:29,516 - Whatever you say. - Oh, many thanks. 127 00:09:29,976 --> 00:09:31,770 I would like to give you a cushion. 128 00:09:32,102 --> 00:09:33,938 Really... 129 00:09:34,355 --> 00:09:36,357 I'm not worthy of your favors. 130 00:09:36,565 --> 00:09:38,317 I made it with my own hands. 131 00:09:38,568 --> 00:09:40,654 True, the design is not at all new. 132 00:09:45,451 --> 00:09:47,411 A question I would like to ask you. 133 00:09:48,204 --> 00:09:50,414 - Do you cry often? - Phew. 134 00:09:53,334 --> 00:09:56,211 There's nothing in the world like pure tears. 135 00:09:57,213 --> 00:09:59,841 What do you say of "Werther"? 136 00:10:00,299 --> 00:10:02,343 I have not read it either. 137 00:10:02,677 --> 00:10:05,680 Do read it. It's amazing! 138 00:10:05,972 --> 00:10:07,306 Where is your uncle? 139 00:10:08,599 --> 00:10:10,143 Haven't you gazed at stars 140 00:10:10,394 --> 00:10:13,355 in melancholy moonlight 141 00:10:13,897 --> 00:10:16,566 or wept in perfect sorrow? 142 00:10:17,526 --> 00:10:20,488 If you have, I'll open you a secret... 143 00:10:22,740 --> 00:10:25,409 Sir, will you proceed into my master's study. 144 00:11:01,947 --> 00:11:03,699 Count Nurin. 145 00:11:04,492 --> 00:11:06,744 Dear Count, what a surprise! 146 00:11:06,994 --> 00:11:09,581 You're very welcome. It's an honor. 147 00:11:10,499 --> 00:11:11,832 Let me introduce 148 00:11:12,668 --> 00:11:14,002 my niece. 149 00:11:14,460 --> 00:11:17,964 You were a little child 150 00:11:18,214 --> 00:11:19,966 when I left these parts. 151 00:11:20,259 --> 00:11:23,137 Quite so. How is Paris? 152 00:11:23,595 --> 00:11:25,263 Oh, it's paradise! 153 00:11:26,891 --> 00:11:30,019 I wonder if it's true the French are going to war with us. 154 00:11:30,477 --> 00:11:33,230 Pah! There'll never be any war. 155 00:11:33,480 --> 00:11:35,316 I'm not faint-hearted I swear 156 00:11:35,650 --> 00:11:38,152 but we can't measure swords with Europe, ne'er. 157 00:11:38,527 --> 00:11:41,656 Not possible! La France and us! 158 00:11:42,032 --> 00:11:45,576 Advise us the best minds against engagement with la France. 159 00:12:15,359 --> 00:12:17,611 I saved the cotillion for us. 160 00:12:17,819 --> 00:12:19,153 I am overwhelmed. 161 00:12:19,487 --> 00:12:21,740 We'll finish our debate 162 00:12:22,073 --> 00:12:23,658 on the ideal tears. 163 00:12:24,118 --> 00:12:27,997 How I wish to tilt the balance in my favor! 164 00:12:28,622 --> 00:12:31,416 There's half a chapter in "Werther..." 165 00:12:42,136 --> 00:12:44,056 Shura dear, sing for us the ballad 166 00:12:44,431 --> 00:12:46,892 the lieutenant sang last time. 167 00:12:47,141 --> 00:12:48,977 - What? Now? - Please do. It's fine. 168 00:13:00,615 --> 00:13:03,827 My charming girl, I'm leaving. Farewell, adieu, goodbye. 169 00:13:04,411 --> 00:13:07,914 A stray bullet may cut short My earthly life, I'll die. 170 00:13:08,372 --> 00:13:11,835 Should Lady Fortune fail me And I fall in the war, 171 00:13:12,293 --> 00:13:16,047 Armida, please remember My very short life. O! 172 00:13:16,714 --> 00:13:20,510 Me, dangling from the saddle, All soaked in blood and sweat, 173 00:13:21,010 --> 00:13:24,681 My horse will race to maples Away from martial hell. 174 00:13:25,307 --> 00:13:28,770 The setting sun above me Which nothing ever feels. 175 00:13:29,312 --> 00:13:33,106 Throws a blood-red reflection On my hussar's pelisse. 176 00:13:33,899 --> 00:13:37,861 Invisible hand of sunset Will bless me, poor thing, 177 00:13:38,612 --> 00:13:42,533 The maple very gently Will rustle your name to me. 178 00:13:43,159 --> 00:13:46,871 One's loftiest lot... believe me... is To love and sing and dream. 179 00:13:47,497 --> 00:13:51,167 And lay down one's own life For Motherland so dear. 180 00:13:54,379 --> 00:13:55,714 Lovely! 181 00:13:57,592 --> 00:13:59,176 You should be an actress, cherie. 182 00:13:59,427 --> 00:14:02,889 - Their life is one feast. - That's not my cup of tea. 183 00:14:03,056 --> 00:14:05,934 I'll be back in a fancy dress. 184 00:14:07,434 --> 00:14:09,353 Mazurka! 185 00:14:31,293 --> 00:14:33,670 Here you are, cornet. Where have you been? 186 00:14:34,047 --> 00:14:37,050 I looked for you. It's so boring here. 187 00:14:37,132 --> 00:14:38,884 I am at your service. 188 00:14:39,177 --> 00:14:41,011 A ball can never bore one. 189 00:14:41,263 --> 00:14:44,266 It is my cousin's fault that you are bored. 190 00:14:44,474 --> 00:14:46,310 Being with her. 191 00:14:46,810 --> 00:14:48,771 I endured a lot. 192 00:14:49,145 --> 00:14:51,606 - Oh yes, you spoke with her... - Who? 193 00:14:51,941 --> 00:14:53,525 My cousin, damn her! 194 00:14:53,651 --> 00:14:56,027 Even now the back of my head is aching. 195 00:14:56,237 --> 00:14:57,947 Like Eden's serpent 196 00:14:58,238 --> 00:15:01,241 I wormed out her impression about the would-be husband. 197 00:15:01,826 --> 00:15:04,954 She's head over heels in love. 198 00:15:07,748 --> 00:15:10,168 She liked you not at all. 199 00:15:10,794 --> 00:15:12,295 She didn't? 200 00:15:12,586 --> 00:15:15,256 You showered compliments on her for nothing. 201 00:15:15,549 --> 00:15:16,883 Me showered? 202 00:15:17,217 --> 00:15:20,304 She's never seen such insolent guys she said. 203 00:15:20,763 --> 00:15:22,431 And - pardon me - 204 00:15:22,681 --> 00:15:24,725 your mustache is hanging down like bast. 205 00:15:25,059 --> 00:15:28,228 How dares she! I... 206 00:15:28,813 --> 00:15:31,232 Also you have the manners of a horse groom. 207 00:15:31,524 --> 00:15:34,777 I wouldn't swap one mare for the likes of... 208 00:15:35,110 --> 00:15:37,196 And of all the faces that she knows 209 00:15:37,405 --> 00:15:40,449 she hasn't seen a more repulsive one. 210 00:15:40,866 --> 00:15:42,827 A thousand devils! 211 00:15:43,494 --> 00:15:47,206 Since she doesn't fance me there will be no wedding. 212 00:15:47,540 --> 00:15:49,876 Wrong. She said 213 00:15:50,251 --> 00:15:52,879 she couldn't oppose her Uncle's will. 214 00:15:53,297 --> 00:15:55,591 She'd marry a beast if she is told to, 215 00:15:55,882 --> 00:15:57,717 for even bears can be schooled. 216 00:15:58,386 --> 00:16:00,011 I believe every word of yours. 217 00:16:00,303 --> 00:16:02,639 You are the best friend among them all. 218 00:16:02,889 --> 00:16:05,267 All airs and graces, wry-faced fool! 219 00:16:05,560 --> 00:16:07,270 So you'll not marry her at all? 220 00:16:07,520 --> 00:16:09,521 I wish I could. 221 00:16:09,731 --> 00:16:11,983 I owe my uncle and I will repay my debt. 222 00:16:12,359 --> 00:16:14,403 Do not lose heart! Let's go and dance. 223 00:16:14,820 --> 00:16:17,864 But first let us drink brotherhood. 224 00:16:18,156 --> 00:16:19,907 They have delish Clicot. 225 00:16:20,159 --> 00:16:22,160 I'm flattered but... 226 00:16:22,494 --> 00:16:25,163 - You are my superior. - Oh nonsense! 227 00:16:25,664 --> 00:16:29,376 Equality is where you hear the clanging of a hussar's spurs. 228 00:16:57,698 --> 00:16:59,449 Attention, ladies an' gentlemen! 229 00:17:00,326 --> 00:17:02,120 Misfortune has aflicted our land. 230 00:17:02,577 --> 00:17:04,955 Storm clouds covered our skies. 231 00:17:05,415 --> 00:17:07,500 On the thirteenth the Buonaparte troops 232 00:17:07,833 --> 00:17:09,626 a-forced the Niemen. 233 00:17:11,671 --> 00:17:13,340 The hour of trial struck. 234 00:17:13,465 --> 00:17:15,884 I hope all will do their soldier's duty 235 00:17:16,760 --> 00:17:19,262 and officers will join their units. 236 00:17:20,514 --> 00:17:23,433 - Great! - We will be equal to the test. 237 00:17:23,809 --> 00:17:25,895 The ball's suspended, gentlemen. 238 00:17:26,520 --> 00:17:29,065 - Sorry, my friend. - Don't be, Your Highness. 239 00:17:29,273 --> 00:17:31,234 We'll die for our Motherland. 240 00:17:31,567 --> 00:17:34,737 No better lot than dying for your country. 241 00:17:35,113 --> 00:17:36,738 N'est pas, cornet? 242 00:17:48,960 --> 00:17:51,587 - Allow me to take my leave. - Bad luck. 243 00:17:55,509 --> 00:17:56,844 Drop me a line. 244 00:17:59,554 --> 00:18:02,933 We'll find each other if we survive the war 245 00:18:03,225 --> 00:18:04,727 after the dawn of vict'ry breaks. 246 00:18:04,936 --> 00:18:07,730 Won't you say goodbye to my sweet cousin? 247 00:18:08,022 --> 00:18:10,608 Not I. Not worthy of that damsel. 248 00:18:11,275 --> 00:18:12,860 Give her my compliments. 249 00:18:13,069 --> 00:18:15,488 To you I'll kiss goodbye. 250 00:18:51,984 --> 00:18:53,653 - Oh, Shurochka! - Pardon! 251 00:18:54,862 --> 00:18:58,032 Appropriate garb - and the occasion fits. 252 00:18:58,325 --> 00:18:59,827 Bravissimo, bravo! 253 00:19:01,454 --> 00:19:04,499 We are discussing how to help our troops. 254 00:19:04,582 --> 00:19:07,794 We will prepare lint for the sick quarters. 255 00:19:37,324 --> 00:19:38,659 How did he put it? 256 00:19:39,786 --> 00:19:41,913 "No better lot 257 00:19:42,788 --> 00:19:46,585 than dying for your dear country..." 258 00:19:49,295 --> 00:19:51,631 If only I could have my way, 259 00:19:52,507 --> 00:19:54,300 I would be glad to die in action 260 00:19:55,134 --> 00:19:57,262 on a warhorse swift as wind. 261 00:20:01,850 --> 00:20:04,645 My, miss! What are you wearing? 262 00:20:05,562 --> 00:20:08,523 A real hussar with military bearing! 263 00:20:09,067 --> 00:20:12,112 You want a warhorse and a naked sword... 264 00:20:12,737 --> 00:20:15,866 And you are fit for a parade. 265 00:20:16,366 --> 00:20:19,161 I'd be happy to be your orderly 266 00:20:21,162 --> 00:20:23,748 e'en tho I've served properly. 267 00:20:27,710 --> 00:20:30,046 The guests are gone. It's time to sleep. 268 00:20:36,553 --> 00:20:38,514 Listen, would you serve with me 269 00:20:38,765 --> 00:20:41,059 if I were a man? 270 00:20:43,602 --> 00:20:45,771 I spoke to my master 'bout it. 271 00:20:47,189 --> 00:20:50,485 Whene'er I see an enemy attacking my Homeland, 272 00:20:50,777 --> 00:20:53,237 I want to be of use 273 00:20:53,696 --> 00:20:55,365 and spill my blood for it. 274 00:20:55,823 --> 00:20:57,408 Take me along. 275 00:20:57,867 --> 00:20:59,870 I'm serious. A hussar's before you. 276 00:21:00,245 --> 00:21:02,289 You taught me how to shoot. 277 00:21:02,622 --> 00:21:06,126 You mentioned horse and sword. There is no option. 278 00:21:06,335 --> 00:21:08,379 Are you mocking at your faithful servant? 279 00:21:08,879 --> 00:21:11,340 I'll tell the master to keep an eye on you. 280 00:21:11,800 --> 00:21:13,551 I am not daunted. 281 00:21:13,969 --> 00:21:15,594 I'll go even if you lock me in. 282 00:21:15,928 --> 00:21:19,432 All Russians have an idee fixe - how to save our land from foes. 283 00:21:19,765 --> 00:21:21,476 And me here doing fancywork! 284 00:21:21,684 --> 00:21:25,063 I want to prove my worth and show my mettle in action! 285 00:21:25,772 --> 00:21:28,526 If I am killed, the fault is yours, yours only, 286 00:21:28,734 --> 00:21:31,988 for you refused to be my orderly. 287 00:21:32,862 --> 00:21:34,364 Well then, goodbye! 288 00:21:36,033 --> 00:21:38,828 You will be found out in no time. 289 00:21:39,162 --> 00:21:41,706 Have no fear, old man. No one will know, ever. 290 00:21:42,123 --> 00:21:44,376 So I am going all alone? 291 00:21:45,334 --> 00:21:46,877 Well, God favors brave souls. 292 00:21:47,711 --> 00:21:49,213 And your uncle. He'll be prostrate 293 00:21:49,547 --> 00:21:52,466 not finding you on the estate. 294 00:21:52,801 --> 00:21:54,845 He is thinking of your wedding. 295 00:21:55,095 --> 00:21:56,972 I'll write to him... but later. 296 00:21:59,016 --> 00:22:02,853 Well, go tell them to lock the door. I'll use a window... 297 00:22:03,061 --> 00:22:04,396 And be off. 298 00:22:07,859 --> 00:22:09,444 Please, do forgive me, 299 00:22:09,986 --> 00:22:12,322 an old fool. 300 00:22:16,201 --> 00:22:18,495 I served Suvorov, I'll serve you. 301 00:22:20,163 --> 00:22:23,250 Get ready, I'll wait for you here. 302 00:22:23,750 --> 00:22:27,129 - Saddle the horses! - I'll fail you not, dear. 303 00:22:36,137 --> 00:22:37,806 Farewell, my good old home. 304 00:22:38,975 --> 00:22:40,601 Could be for good. 305 00:22:42,854 --> 00:22:45,190 Here I spent my carefree childhood, 306 00:22:46,148 --> 00:22:50,486 I played and frolicked too. 307 00:22:52,197 --> 00:22:53,532 Then. 308 00:22:55,117 --> 00:22:56,743 I reached maidenhood. 309 00:22:58,454 --> 00:22:59,955 Farewell, my sweet, 310 00:23:01,123 --> 00:23:03,500 good old home! 311 00:23:32,280 --> 00:23:34,991 Magic moonlit clearings. 312 00:23:39,246 --> 00:23:42,875 Night is light as day. 313 00:23:46,671 --> 00:23:50,342 Sleep as I did, dearest, 314 00:23:53,720 --> 00:23:57,223 Many years away. 315 00:24:02,479 --> 00:24:05,982 Hide your face in pillow. 316 00:24:10,070 --> 00:24:13,282 As I did one time. 317 00:24:17,495 --> 00:24:21,499 Stars, those shiny freckles, 318 00:24:24,919 --> 00:24:28,840 Guard your sleep and mine. 319 00:24:32,927 --> 00:24:36,681 Trees in our garden. 320 00:24:41,061 --> 00:24:44,357 Rustle their leaves. 321 00:24:48,319 --> 00:24:52,199 Dawn will break, so sudden. 322 00:24:55,701 --> 00:24:58,996 What it promises? 323 00:25:03,209 --> 00:25:06,756 The candle's burning low, 324 00:25:10,927 --> 00:25:13,887 It'll burn down soon. 325 00:25:18,184 --> 00:25:22,480 Sleep, my very own, 326 00:25:26,108 --> 00:25:29,697 As I used to do. 327 00:25:57,810 --> 00:26:00,479 - I hear the roar of fighting. - Our army's near. 328 00:26:01,730 --> 00:26:04,400 What are you going to say? 329 00:26:04,732 --> 00:26:06,359 That I fell behind my regiment 330 00:26:06,736 --> 00:26:08,821 and I'm bursting to go into action. 331 00:26:08,988 --> 00:26:10,740 Nobody can say I lie. 332 00:26:10,989 --> 00:26:13,450 Oh miss, look there... in the rye. 333 00:26:24,295 --> 00:26:25,880 What's with you, captain? 334 00:26:30,094 --> 00:26:31,720 I'm wounded in the chest. 335 00:26:32,345 --> 00:26:35,265 I've got a letter to dispatch. 336 00:26:36,599 --> 00:26:39,604 Cornet, you will accomplish the mission 337 00:26:39,936 --> 00:26:41,855 the Field Marshal charged me with, 338 00:26:42,022 --> 00:26:44,149 without any delay. 339 00:26:44,650 --> 00:26:45,984 Across the river 340 00:26:46,485 --> 00:26:49,363 our rearguard is battling with Murat. 341 00:26:49,739 --> 00:26:51,575 I'll prove I can be trusted. 342 00:26:51,825 --> 00:26:55,245 Now go - and help you God! 343 00:26:58,206 --> 00:27:00,500 He's bad. You stay with him. 344 00:27:00,792 --> 00:27:02,126 But miss... 345 00:27:04,128 --> 00:27:06,882 Do it! See you later, cap. 346 00:29:06,884 --> 00:29:09,803 Your Highness, a dispatch from the Field Marshal. 347 00:29:10,053 --> 00:29:11,680 What? Blood? You're hurt? 348 00:29:11,848 --> 00:29:14,558 Not me. The messenger. He gave me the dispatch. 349 00:29:14,976 --> 00:29:17,603 A bullet hit his chest. 350 00:29:17,812 --> 00:29:19,397 It's war, no less. 351 00:29:20,648 --> 00:29:23,985 You're an ace trooper. I'd gladly take you 352 00:29:24,361 --> 00:29:26,821 as an aide in the headquarters. 353 00:29:27,197 --> 00:29:28,532 My pleasure! 354 00:29:32,661 --> 00:29:34,496 Murat is out to encircle us. 355 00:29:39,168 --> 00:29:41,671 The Marshal's order's to retreat. 356 00:29:58,020 --> 00:29:59,773 Once there lived King Henry, 357 00:30:00,189 --> 00:30:02,066 A nice and jovial bloke. 358 00:30:02,483 --> 00:30:04,402 Very seldom was he sober, 359 00:30:04,903 --> 00:30:06,780 Was drinking till he broke... 360 00:30:16,790 --> 00:30:18,585 He loved war to distraction. 361 00:30:19,126 --> 00:30:20,879 And fought like a game cock. 362 00:30:21,379 --> 00:30:23,340 And in hand-to-hand action. 363 00:30:23,922 --> 00:30:25,716 He was worth e'en two blokes. 364 00:30:35,978 --> 00:30:37,771 One day Death, bony old hag, 365 00:30:38,229 --> 00:30:40,398 came for him with a crutch. 366 00:30:40,815 --> 00:30:42,484 He punched her in the ear, 367 00:30:42,943 --> 00:30:44,986 Yes, with his knightly clutch. 368 00:30:53,871 --> 00:30:55,789 To Moscow. 369 00:30:56,374 --> 00:30:59,293 But Death, so sly and crafty, 370 00:31:00,295 --> 00:31:02,505 Was on the watch for him. 371 00:31:03,714 --> 00:31:06,260 And dealt a deadly blow... 372 00:31:06,969 --> 00:31:09,429 - Right! - Underhandedly... 373 00:31:25,989 --> 00:31:28,408 The blow sent him reeling, 374 00:31:29,743 --> 00:31:32,621 Blood gushed out of his wound. 375 00:31:33,622 --> 00:31:36,625 Old reprobate passed out. 376 00:31:37,710 --> 00:31:40,129 Unseemly as he lived... 377 00:32:24,299 --> 00:32:26,052 Here's a dispatch from headquarters. 378 00:32:27,762 --> 00:32:30,474 A dispatch? For whom? 379 00:32:30,974 --> 00:32:33,352 - I am an aide-de-camp. - Of course you are. 380 00:32:33,684 --> 00:32:36,188 - Whom do I hand it to? - Vasiliev's on the scout. 381 00:32:36,521 --> 00:32:38,898 Then who? His deputy perhaps? 382 00:32:39,275 --> 00:32:41,527 That's another matter. No problem. 383 00:32:42,026 --> 00:32:44,613 Lieutenant, it's for you. Stand up 384 00:32:44,822 --> 00:32:46,574 whene'er you see a staff officer. 385 00:32:48,825 --> 00:32:51,954 A staffer again! Vodka would be better. 386 00:32:54,790 --> 00:32:58,502 My! Is that you, lieutenant? 387 00:32:59,795 --> 00:33:01,757 How come? 388 00:33:02,131 --> 00:33:04,300 I never thought I'd meet you here. 389 00:33:04,425 --> 00:33:06,678 Half-asleep, I didn't recognize you. 390 00:33:06,803 --> 00:33:09,222 - Good to see you. - They seem to know each other! 391 00:33:09,557 --> 00:33:12,267 - Here's your orders. - I spit on orders! 392 00:33:12,851 --> 00:33:15,562 Cornet Azarov, a friend of mine. 393 00:33:15,896 --> 00:33:17,981 Make the hussar feel welcome. 394 00:33:18,191 --> 00:33:19,775 We proudly ask you 395 00:33:19,984 --> 00:33:21,986 to join our intimate circle. 396 00:33:22,194 --> 00:33:24,155 Guerrilla hospitality's well known. 397 00:33:24,530 --> 00:33:27,783 Please share lunch with us. 398 00:33:28,200 --> 00:33:30,035 Don't you have a bottle by any chance? 399 00:33:30,162 --> 00:33:32,956 - No, sorry. - Clearly, your record isn't big. 400 00:33:36,250 --> 00:33:38,962 Tell me about yourself. How are you doing? 401 00:33:39,379 --> 00:33:41,382 I am fine. 402 00:33:41,882 --> 00:33:44,427 My cousin sends her love. 403 00:33:44,719 --> 00:33:48,598 Please, not a word about her. 404 00:33:49,055 --> 00:33:51,975 - A cousin? - Well, I never. 405 00:33:52,142 --> 00:33:56,397 - Come on, tell us. - I'd rather not. 406 00:33:56,773 --> 00:33:58,440 You saucy guy. 407 00:33:59,568 --> 00:34:02,404 - It's nothing. - Stop dodging. 408 00:34:02,820 --> 00:34:04,614 Very well. 409 00:34:05,198 --> 00:34:06,866 He is my witness. 410 00:34:08,744 --> 00:34:11,955 Uncle decided to marry me off. 411 00:34:13,374 --> 00:34:16,043 It was the meannest day in my life. 412 00:34:16,459 --> 00:34:19,004 The girl... Oh God! The cold's striking through me. 413 00:34:19,338 --> 00:34:21,257 Can she be that ugly? 414 00:34:21,381 --> 00:34:24,677 A reg'lar fright. 415 00:34:26,471 --> 00:34:28,974 - What, cornet? - You're not being fair. 416 00:34:29,558 --> 00:34:32,602 - She's pretty. - Her nose is a plum, 417 00:34:33,437 --> 00:34:36,231 her eyes are saucers, her hair's oakum. 418 00:34:37,357 --> 00:34:39,151 She is a silly goose, she is. 419 00:34:39,777 --> 00:34:43,614 - She's not a fright, I'm sure. - Well, tastes differ. 420 00:34:44,198 --> 00:34:46,742 But on the whole she is loathsome. 421 00:34:47,200 --> 00:34:49,411 Worse still, she fell 422 00:34:49,786 --> 00:34:52,581 head over heels in love with me. 423 00:34:54,166 --> 00:34:56,461 - What's with you, cornet? - I am fine. 424 00:34:57,294 --> 00:34:59,256 They gave a ball that night. 425 00:34:59,589 --> 00:35:02,384 She followed me like shadow, 426 00:35:02,591 --> 00:35:04,510 couldn't tear her languishing eyes off me. 427 00:35:05,053 --> 00:35:07,513 I bet that's not the whole story. 428 00:35:07,805 --> 00:35:11,684 You kissed her in some secluded corner. 429 00:35:12,311 --> 00:35:14,438 I don't want to be immodest. 430 00:35:14,647 --> 00:35:17,275 Well, I did. What is it, cornet? 431 00:35:17,525 --> 00:35:19,610 - Oh, nothing. - No great sin. 432 00:35:19,819 --> 00:35:21,738 I couldn't, by my faith, backtrack 433 00:35:21,988 --> 00:35:24,574 as she was struggling outa dress. 434 00:35:28,369 --> 00:35:31,038 - You are a nice one! - O how I hate 435 00:35:31,373 --> 00:35:33,458 affected creatures an' wry-faced fools. 436 00:35:33,791 --> 00:35:35,751 If one of such ever gets in trouble, 437 00:35:35,961 --> 00:35:38,296 I'll run away, er, at the double. 438 00:35:38,464 --> 00:35:40,591 Suppose my cousin comes to grief, 439 00:35:40,758 --> 00:35:43,385 - would you possibly be as stiff? - Of course I would. 440 00:35:43,551 --> 00:35:46,179 - I bet my life that you... - What? 441 00:35:46,389 --> 00:35:48,139 Are slandering yourself. That's that. 442 00:35:48,391 --> 00:35:50,518 Let's make a bet: 443 00:35:50,725 --> 00:35:54,772 If I save a fashion-conscious woman 444 00:35:55,105 --> 00:35:56,982 - I'll... - marry her without much ado. 445 00:35:57,191 --> 00:35:59,027 Never happen, that's for sure. 446 00:35:59,361 --> 00:36:01,153 Break our hands somebody here. 447 00:36:03,364 --> 00:36:06,158 A French wagon train we spotted in the forest. 448 00:36:06,951 --> 00:36:09,620 Follow me, friends! We'll greet'em a la Russe. 449 00:38:17,464 --> 00:38:19,382 What? Rags and piles of silk. 450 00:38:21,177 --> 00:38:23,346 Heh! Guns. Just what we need. 451 00:38:23,763 --> 00:38:25,640 This trophy comes in handy. 452 00:38:28,183 --> 00:38:29,893 Rejoyce, hussars, there's wine! 453 00:38:35,984 --> 00:38:38,362 Hey, if my eyesight fails me not, 454 00:38:38,778 --> 00:38:40,113 it's Louise Jermon! 455 00:38:40,531 --> 00:38:42,574 Is it a dream or what? 456 00:38:43,449 --> 00:38:45,535 - Join us, Jermon. - Where are you from? 457 00:38:45,952 --> 00:38:48,497 - How nice. - What's that for, guys? 458 00:38:48,831 --> 00:38:51,375 I'd rather believe in bird flitting outa brook. 459 00:38:51,626 --> 00:38:53,503 Here, on our camp 460 00:38:53,669 --> 00:38:56,631 the goddess of your dreams and fancies! 461 00:38:56,880 --> 00:38:58,216 I like your flatt'ry. 462 00:38:58,549 --> 00:38:59,884 Yes, that's me. 463 00:39:00,509 --> 00:39:03,345 Hey, Pelymov, come over here. 464 00:39:05,182 --> 00:39:06,974 He was your beauty's slave 465 00:39:07,142 --> 00:39:08,934 last winter. 466 00:39:15,359 --> 00:39:17,778 Tell me your story. Where're you from? 467 00:39:18,571 --> 00:39:21,616 Not so fast. I'll first take breath. 468 00:39:22,032 --> 00:39:24,826 We won't allow you to be with Frenchmen. 469 00:39:25,118 --> 00:39:27,997 I don't wish to go to them. 470 00:39:28,372 --> 00:39:30,874 Three cheers for Jermon! 471 00:39:34,461 --> 00:39:37,757 When lilac flames of punch are sparkling. 472 00:39:38,215 --> 00:39:40,968 And with delight... yes, with delight... we're all aglow. 473 00:39:41,802 --> 00:39:44,807 We sing refrain... o, so inspiring! 474 00:39:45,683 --> 00:39:47,768 Long long ago, long long ago, long long ago. 475 00:39:50,729 --> 00:39:53,815 We are a little bit superstitious. 476 00:39:54,399 --> 00:39:57,194 We only trust in wine because we've always known: 477 00:39:57,945 --> 00:40:00,949 In it we drown all chimeras. 478 00:40:02,325 --> 00:40:04,411 Long long ago... 479 00:40:07,164 --> 00:40:10,292 Hussars are wallowing in glory. 480 00:40:10,792 --> 00:40:13,921 It seems what more they wish in life, what more? 481 00:40:14,380 --> 00:40:18,216 Their hearts got rusty lacking practice. 482 00:40:19,384 --> 00:40:21,720 Long long ago... 483 00:40:24,348 --> 00:40:27,226 Our war life's not a bed of roses, 484 00:40:27,852 --> 00:40:30,563 We risk our lives and may be killed at every mo. 485 00:40:31,689 --> 00:40:34,358 Mass for th' repose of our souls was said. 486 00:40:36,569 --> 00:40:39,031 Long ago... 487 00:40:45,120 --> 00:40:47,998 - To our Mother-Russia! - Allow me, monsieurs. 488 00:40:48,957 --> 00:40:50,501 I have performed in many lands. 489 00:40:50,793 --> 00:40:52,920 But my success here I hold dearest. 490 00:40:53,211 --> 00:40:56,590 I love you all and Russia is my second home. 491 00:40:56,923 --> 00:40:58,259 Hurray, Jermon! 492 00:40:59,051 --> 00:41:00,969 Now sing for us. 493 00:41:01,136 --> 00:41:03,222 - Please do. - Oh no, monsieurs. 494 00:41:03,681 --> 00:41:05,016 I don't remember... 495 00:41:05,307 --> 00:41:07,643 Your memory has always failed you. 496 00:41:08,186 --> 00:41:10,564 Oh, here is one ditty. 497 00:41:11,439 --> 00:41:13,232 But don't judge me harshly. 498 00:41:13,734 --> 00:41:15,569 Excitement, war, long traveling... 499 00:41:20,949 --> 00:41:23,243 My sweetheart, my dearest, 500 00:41:23,910 --> 00:41:26,456 Forget the sad past. 501 00:41:27,080 --> 00:41:30,876 My dearest, my sweetheart, 502 00:41:31,461 --> 00:41:33,463 There's no force 503 00:41:35,674 --> 00:41:37,634 stronger 504 00:41:38,260 --> 00:41:40,679 than our love! 505 00:41:45,892 --> 00:41:47,977 Wine's flowing freely, 506 00:41:48,561 --> 00:41:52,024 I'm drinking and drinking. 507 00:41:52,273 --> 00:41:56,653 I'm drinking and drinking. 508 00:41:56,903 --> 00:42:00,073 And everything's reeling. 509 00:42:18,343 --> 00:42:20,845 And if there's no morrow, 510 00:42:21,763 --> 00:42:23,599 And it's curtains for me, 511 00:42:24,183 --> 00:42:27,228 I won't be in sorrow, 512 00:42:27,686 --> 00:42:30,897 I won't mourn and grieve. 513 00:42:31,356 --> 00:42:33,442 For the glass has the bottom, 514 00:42:33,901 --> 00:42:37,238 The gun has the lead. 515 00:42:41,410 --> 00:42:43,495 There's wine flowing freely, 516 00:42:44,287 --> 00:42:46,289 I'm drinking and drinking... 517 00:43:15,611 --> 00:43:18,281 - You are a goddess, yes! - Don't lose your head! 518 00:43:18,614 --> 00:43:21,619 I'd lose my life for you, Louise, not just my head. 519 00:43:21,994 --> 00:43:24,997 A fortune-teller said I'd fall for a dark-haired woman. 520 00:43:25,206 --> 00:43:27,083 - What's with you? - Oh, nothing. 521 00:43:28,625 --> 00:43:32,421 Let me tell you something. 522 00:43:32,796 --> 00:43:34,632 With every hour I like you more and more. 523 00:43:34,840 --> 00:43:37,509 I don't like actresses... 524 00:43:38,220 --> 00:43:40,305 Oh, my memory! 525 00:43:40,721 --> 00:43:42,056 More of the same. 526 00:43:46,352 --> 00:43:47,937 Fortune-telling? Nonsense! 527 00:43:49,439 --> 00:43:51,400 I say, Lieutenant, 528 00:43:51,817 --> 00:43:53,861 - he is cute. - Too young for you! 529 00:43:54,028 --> 00:43:56,321 - Give me your elbow. - You dare! 530 00:43:57,405 --> 00:43:59,866 - Are you jealous? - Me? What an idea! 531 00:44:00,243 --> 00:44:02,536 I've never drunk so much. 532 00:44:03,288 --> 00:44:06,708 I swear on my life. My life was... 533 00:44:08,460 --> 00:44:10,587 Is... No matter, I will sing... 534 00:44:11,630 --> 00:44:12,965 Now. 535 00:44:13,881 --> 00:44:16,592 - Quiet everybody! - Please, please! 536 00:44:17,051 --> 00:44:19,555 - Be serious about it. - He breathes juvenescence. 537 00:44:20,097 --> 00:44:22,891 Mademoiselle, I've got the essence. 538 00:44:30,984 --> 00:44:34,028 I'm called an immature greenhorn. 539 00:44:34,571 --> 00:44:37,865 I couldn't care less, that's true. 540 00:44:38,991 --> 00:44:42,036 I'm not faint-hearted, they have known it. 541 00:44:43,038 --> 00:44:45,289 Long long ago... 542 00:44:47,834 --> 00:44:50,920 Some guys twirl their mustache so fiercely, 543 00:44:51,421 --> 00:44:54,090 And every day they get drunk as a lord. 544 00:44:54,632 --> 00:44:58,137 They've been a parody of hussar. 545 00:44:59,055 --> 00:45:01,348 For so long, for so long. 546 00:45:03,934 --> 00:45:06,728 One guy said he's all love and passion. 547 00:45:07,688 --> 00:45:10,232 But don't believe a single word. 548 00:45:10,900 --> 00:45:14,779 His passion on the bottle's bottom. 549 00:45:16,614 --> 00:45:19,325 Has been for long, has been for long. 550 00:45:21,869 --> 00:45:24,164 All lovers take life very easy. 551 00:45:25,166 --> 00:45:27,918 'Bout future don't give a straw. 552 00:45:28,501 --> 00:45:33,757 They don't know they may be cheated. 553 00:45:34,551 --> 00:45:37,470 This practice has been in for long. 554 00:45:40,556 --> 00:45:42,224 - What's with him? - He is sick. 555 00:45:43,268 --> 00:45:44,895 - Hey, water! - We, old soaks, 556 00:45:45,269 --> 00:45:48,064 - are used to sprees. - Unbutt'n his tunic! 557 00:45:48,190 --> 00:45:49,525 No, no! 558 00:45:50,609 --> 00:45:51,944 I... 559 00:45:52,278 --> 00:45:53,821 I am just hot. 560 00:45:58,658 --> 00:46:01,037 Still I don't like them females. 561 00:46:04,666 --> 00:46:07,335 Your eyes are shining! Just one kiss. 562 00:46:07,584 --> 00:46:09,504 - No, no! - Don't I deserve that bliss? 563 00:46:10,879 --> 00:46:13,132 Bingo! I'll be back. 564 00:46:22,059 --> 00:46:25,521 Don't you wish to speak to me? 565 00:46:26,230 --> 00:46:28,691 - Believe... - Do not continue. 566 00:46:29,233 --> 00:46:32,403 - Want to hear the truth? - Neither the truth, 567 00:46:32,862 --> 00:46:35,782 - not the untruth I want to hear. - Oh please. 568 00:46:36,157 --> 00:46:38,992 Do not involve me in your tricks. 569 00:46:39,368 --> 00:46:42,621 - You will regret it. - Maybe. But that's the way I am. 570 00:46:43,248 --> 00:46:45,876 Pierre, I vow fidelity. 571 00:46:46,208 --> 00:46:47,793 Spare me your vows. 572 00:46:50,880 --> 00:46:53,174 - Surprise, surprise! - Oh, flowers! 573 00:46:53,884 --> 00:46:55,928 Flowers in winter! How nice! 574 00:46:56,553 --> 00:47:00,390 - I promised nothing. - Have mercy! 575 00:47:01,017 --> 00:47:02,602 I'll give the flowers to one 576 00:47:02,851 --> 00:47:05,230 who's dearest to me, monsieurs. 577 00:47:05,730 --> 00:47:09,192 - There is a custom in Provence. - My flowers! But why? 578 00:47:09,442 --> 00:47:12,070 - It is Pelymov! - More wine for me! 579 00:47:14,030 --> 00:47:16,617 Cornet, here's to you! 580 00:47:17,659 --> 00:47:19,745 Give me the flower, now! 581 00:47:20,287 --> 00:47:22,456 The wine has gone into his head. 582 00:47:22,664 --> 00:47:26,210 - He's devilishly hotheaded. - Thanks, mademoiselle. 583 00:47:27,460 --> 00:47:28,796 Very well. 584 00:47:30,172 --> 00:47:31,591 I challenge you to a duel! 585 00:47:32,132 --> 00:47:34,510 I challenge you, I do. 586 00:47:35,553 --> 00:47:36,888 Keep mum? 587 00:47:37,055 --> 00:47:40,600 You're not worthy of an officer's rank, chum. 588 00:47:43,102 --> 00:47:45,646 Pelymov, be my second, please. 589 00:47:45,981 --> 00:47:48,733 - You too. - Tomorrow he'll leave us. 590 00:47:48,942 --> 00:47:51,236 - We fight now! - But where? 591 00:47:51,486 --> 00:47:53,404 - Over there. - Oh no, no. 592 00:47:53,656 --> 00:47:56,491 - A duel here, now? - Please, calm down. 593 00:47:56,909 --> 00:47:58,576 - Let's do it! - Goodness gracious! 594 00:47:58,785 --> 00:48:01,037 Let me give you a kiss. 595 00:48:02,747 --> 00:48:04,083 Dammit! 596 00:48:04,499 --> 00:48:06,126 She drives me mad. 597 00:48:07,127 --> 00:48:10,839 I'm prepared to swallow an insult. 598 00:48:11,591 --> 00:48:14,177 Spare me your condescension. 599 00:48:14,426 --> 00:48:17,096 - Well, well! - I said I forgive you. 600 00:48:17,430 --> 00:48:20,266 You do? Since you don't feel like fighting, 601 00:48:20,558 --> 00:48:22,478 beg my pardon. 602 00:48:22,811 --> 00:48:24,939 Me beg your pardon? 603 00:48:25,230 --> 00:48:27,357 You will not live that long! 604 00:48:28,150 --> 00:48:30,069 We fight here and now! 605 00:48:41,831 --> 00:48:43,499 The last attempt. 606 00:48:43,792 --> 00:48:46,169 Will you make peace? 607 00:48:46,378 --> 00:48:48,964 - No, never! - I was insulted! 608 00:49:00,935 --> 00:49:02,270 Come together! 609 00:49:02,562 --> 00:49:03,896 I count. 610 00:49:04,312 --> 00:49:05,648 One... 611 00:49:10,987 --> 00:49:12,322 Two... 612 00:49:16,118 --> 00:49:17,452 Three... 613 00:49:18,078 --> 00:49:19,580 - David! - Colonel! 614 00:49:21,706 --> 00:49:23,750 - What's going on? - A duel. 615 00:49:24,250 --> 00:49:26,920 How dare you? In wartime too! 616 00:49:27,295 --> 00:49:29,005 When our country is in trouble! 617 00:49:29,339 --> 00:49:31,424 Save your ardor for a better cause. 618 00:49:31,759 --> 00:49:33,094 As you were! 619 00:49:33,510 --> 00:49:35,846 If I hear of it next time 620 00:49:36,014 --> 00:49:37,891 I'll give you an exempl'ry penalty 621 00:49:38,141 --> 00:49:40,392 regardless of your services and rank. 622 00:49:40,809 --> 00:49:42,603 Whence this cornet? 623 00:49:42,771 --> 00:49:44,606 I brought a packet from the corps staff. 624 00:49:44,898 --> 00:49:48,776 Haven't you found a better pastime for yourself? 625 00:49:51,279 --> 00:49:52,614 Heigh-ho! Can it be you, 626 00:49:54,074 --> 00:49:55,618 mademoiselle? 627 00:49:55,992 --> 00:49:58,412 Say that I'm not dreaming! 628 00:49:58,620 --> 00:50:01,122 - You are not. It's me. - A wonder of wonders! 629 00:50:01,874 --> 00:50:04,544 Shahrazade among my rakes! 630 00:50:10,549 --> 00:50:11,885 The Field Marshal 631 00:50:12,510 --> 00:50:14,803 - thanks us. - Personally? 632 00:50:16,097 --> 00:50:18,307 Here: "M.Kutuzov." 633 00:50:19,226 --> 00:50:20,561 Let me see. 634 00:50:21,018 --> 00:50:23,104 If others fought like you 635 00:50:23,397 --> 00:50:25,024 the French would have been routed. 636 00:50:25,189 --> 00:50:28,194 Guerrillas fight braving death. 637 00:50:28,527 --> 00:50:31,197 We beat the enemy 638 00:50:31,488 --> 00:50:33,740 at every place. 639 00:50:34,699 --> 00:50:36,410 Colonel, 640 00:50:37,077 --> 00:50:39,998 could you find room for a cornet in your unit? 641 00:50:40,540 --> 00:50:42,959 Alas, my friend. 642 00:50:43,710 --> 00:50:45,921 A staffer brings bad luck. 643 00:54:02,043 --> 00:54:03,963 Thank you, my valiant savior! 644 00:54:04,463 --> 00:54:06,966 Accept my cordial gratitude. 645 00:54:09,010 --> 00:54:11,679 - How did you manage? - Things worked out well. 646 00:54:11,928 --> 00:54:14,139 Here, you'll find everything you will. 647 00:54:14,474 --> 00:54:17,101 But I must leave you. Duty calls! 648 00:54:17,560 --> 00:54:19,688 I am the tsar's aide Count Balmashov. 649 00:54:20,105 --> 00:54:22,440 See you later, my brave hero. 650 00:54:22,816 --> 00:54:24,693 To you I'm much indebted 651 00:54:25,109 --> 00:54:27,361 but I'll repay it before long. 652 00:54:33,661 --> 00:54:36,163 - What are you called? - What does it matter? 653 00:54:45,632 --> 00:54:48,301 - Is Balmashov still sleeping? - Actu'lly sawing wood. 654 00:54:48,384 --> 00:54:50,719 He must be having sweet dreams. 655 00:54:54,140 --> 00:54:55,517 Has the Field Marshal arrived? 656 00:54:55,976 --> 00:54:57,311 Be here any minute. 657 00:54:59,854 --> 00:55:01,357 About time, cornet. 658 00:55:01,690 --> 00:55:03,567 Here's a packet for the Field Marshal. 659 00:55:03,776 --> 00:55:05,945 - Tired? - A little bit. 660 00:55:06,529 --> 00:55:09,239 You can have a rest. 661 00:55:22,378 --> 00:55:24,422 When did the cornet come? 662 00:55:24,547 --> 00:55:26,507 In summer. His name's Azarov. 663 00:55:26,674 --> 00:55:28,885 He's only seventeen 664 00:55:29,093 --> 00:55:31,763 but he'll leave old troopers in the dust. 665 00:55:32,139 --> 00:55:34,558 - Why do you ask? - I guess 666 00:55:35,101 --> 00:55:38,020 - we've met before. - So what? 667 00:55:38,396 --> 00:55:39,856 Oh, nothing. 668 00:55:40,230 --> 00:55:44,067 I just expected to see him here least of all. 669 00:56:24,152 --> 00:56:27,072 I'm pretty tired I must say. 670 00:56:28,531 --> 00:56:30,158 I'll have a rest before the parade. 671 00:56:31,159 --> 00:56:34,871 Give these buns to prisoners. 672 00:56:39,877 --> 00:56:42,170 You better move this arm-chair 673 00:56:42,463 --> 00:56:43,923 closer to the stove 674 00:56:45,967 --> 00:56:49,095 and adjust the curtain. 675 00:56:51,890 --> 00:56:54,810 Speaking of General Balmashov. 676 00:56:58,354 --> 00:57:01,149 I've heard of his adventure. 677 00:57:04,152 --> 00:57:07,155 That will be all. 678 00:57:08,239 --> 00:57:09,575 Dismissed. 679 00:57:28,135 --> 00:57:31,097 - What do you want? - A packet from the Count... 680 00:57:31,764 --> 00:57:33,516 What is your name? 681 00:57:33,891 --> 00:57:36,561 - Azarov. - Fine. 682 00:57:37,229 --> 00:57:39,190 Is staff major Azarov your dad? 683 00:57:39,522 --> 00:57:40,858 My uncle. 684 00:57:41,483 --> 00:57:43,610 We fought together 685 00:57:44,194 --> 00:57:46,863 against the Turks. 686 00:57:47,699 --> 00:57:50,409 It was years ago. 687 00:57:51,745 --> 00:57:54,247 Now we face a formidable foe, 688 00:57:54,414 --> 00:57:57,542 Buonaparte. What do you say? 689 00:57:57,918 --> 00:57:59,670 Your Highness, we'll be okay. 690 00:58:01,130 --> 00:58:04,091 I think so too. 691 00:58:04,966 --> 00:58:07,887 - Is it your first year? - Yes, siree. 692 00:58:08,720 --> 00:58:11,641 Don't you think that paperwork 693 00:58:11,806 --> 00:58:13,558 is boring? 694 00:58:13,726 --> 00:58:16,604 I wouldn't bear it at your age. 695 00:58:17,062 --> 00:58:19,731 - I beg to say... - Quit it! 696 00:58:20,316 --> 00:58:22,903 Why should you stain your hand with ink? 697 00:58:23,111 --> 00:58:26,073 - Smell powder... - You've guessed my dream. 698 00:58:26,615 --> 00:58:27,950 Indeed. 699 00:58:29,952 --> 00:58:31,536 Permission to leave? 700 00:58:32,578 --> 00:58:34,706 First I'll read it. 701 00:58:46,594 --> 00:58:49,346 Prince, let me prostrate myself 702 00:58:49,847 --> 00:58:51,473 before you. 703 00:58:52,642 --> 00:58:55,604 - Who are you? - A citizen soldier 704 00:58:56,021 --> 00:58:59,690 from Orlov gubernia. 705 00:59:00,399 --> 00:59:01,735 Count Nurin. 706 00:59:04,404 --> 00:59:06,782 I'd like to talk to you. 707 00:59:06,990 --> 00:59:10,911 - In private. - A secret? 708 00:59:12,329 --> 00:59:15,332 Would you please leave us, cornet. 709 00:59:31,350 --> 00:59:34,727 Find out for yourself. 710 00:59:35,144 --> 00:59:37,480 All hussars wear a mustache 711 00:59:37,814 --> 00:59:39,775 - whereas the cornet... - I'll ask him. 712 00:59:40,276 --> 00:59:42,153 You keep mum. 713 00:59:42,236 --> 00:59:44,906 I swear I'll be dumb. 714 00:59:45,031 --> 00:59:46,532 Send him in. 715 01:00:06,010 --> 01:00:09,097 - You want to see me, sir? - Yes, cornet. 716 01:00:13,894 --> 01:00:18,358 - Tell me your age. - I'm seventeen. 717 01:00:22,111 --> 01:00:25,574 Aren't you afraid of being in the war? 718 01:00:26,032 --> 01:00:28,827 - Tell me the truth. - I am not, Your Highness. 719 01:00:29,244 --> 01:00:31,705 - Dare not lie to me. - I do not. 720 01:00:35,000 --> 01:00:36,751 Then... 721 01:00:38,170 --> 01:00:39,630 tell me... 722 01:00:42,758 --> 01:00:44,093 No, wait. 723 01:00:46,595 --> 01:00:48,598 What did you say your name was? 724 01:00:49,098 --> 01:00:50,934 Alexander, after Uncle. 725 01:00:51,643 --> 01:00:56,273 - Were you called Sashka as a child? - No, Shurka. 726 01:01:00,485 --> 01:01:03,071 Here, in this hall was Verkholet. 727 01:01:03,905 --> 01:01:06,199 You know him? He, like you, is from Smolensk. 728 01:01:06,325 --> 01:01:07,660 No. 729 01:01:10,078 --> 01:01:12,205 Didn't he visit your uncle 730 01:01:13,124 --> 01:01:15,001 by any chance? 731 01:01:19,339 --> 01:01:20,673 Be off! 732 01:01:21,257 --> 01:01:22,592 No, wait. 733 01:01:23,801 --> 01:01:25,260 Er... One more question. 734 01:01:26,179 --> 01:01:27,805 Do not be surprised... 735 01:01:28,347 --> 01:01:31,768 I mean... Well, cornet, are you a woman? 736 01:01:33,561 --> 01:01:36,065 I can not lie to you. 737 01:01:36,982 --> 01:01:39,026 - I am. - What? 738 01:01:41,570 --> 01:01:44,198 How dare you play-act and compromise 739 01:01:44,365 --> 01:01:47,368 - our military honor? - I want to be a hero. 740 01:01:47,869 --> 01:01:50,038 How could I sit idle when my land's in danger? 741 01:01:50,287 --> 01:01:52,749 You won't lead me astray. 742 01:01:53,332 --> 01:01:54,875 Female soldiers? 743 01:01:55,459 --> 01:01:58,170 Without their deed we cut the ground 744 01:01:58,671 --> 01:02:00,507 from under Buonaparte's feet. 745 01:02:01,841 --> 01:02:04,135 How did you wangle your position in the staff? 746 01:02:04,302 --> 01:02:06,888 A cousin of mine saw us last fall 747 01:02:07,430 --> 01:02:09,433 - and left his uniform. - Go home now. 748 01:02:10,058 --> 01:02:13,104 To your madamas, nannies, rags 749 01:02:13,980 --> 01:02:16,107 and dolls and dances! 750 01:02:17,108 --> 01:02:20,403 Do your parents know? 751 01:02:20,778 --> 01:02:22,322 I am an orphan, sir. 752 01:02:23,697 --> 01:02:27,160 How could you stoop to that! 753 01:02:27,702 --> 01:02:29,954 Taking your cousin's uniform! 754 01:02:30,329 --> 01:02:33,040 - Allow me... - No, I do not! 755 01:02:34,041 --> 01:02:36,711 I won't listen to your baby talk! 756 01:02:37,211 --> 01:02:40,548 It makes me sick enough to hear staff rubbish. 757 01:02:41,424 --> 01:02:44,594 Think of my old age! 758 01:02:45,136 --> 01:02:47,848 What if my eye's alert, my hand is sure 759 01:02:48,056 --> 01:02:49,934 and I am saddlefast? 760 01:02:50,308 --> 01:02:52,187 What if my mind, my heart, my nerves 761 01:02:52,520 --> 01:02:55,065 all crave your orders? I'd give all of myself 762 01:02:55,690 --> 01:02:57,776 for Rus without remorse. 763 01:02:57,983 --> 01:03:00,069 None of your words! 764 01:03:01,071 --> 01:03:04,658 I'll suffer no preaching 765 01:03:05,783 --> 01:03:08,036 from young ladies. 766 01:03:09,246 --> 01:03:11,957 Your game is over. 767 01:03:13,166 --> 01:03:15,418 - Allow me to stay, please. - Forget it. 768 01:03:16,836 --> 01:03:19,131 I beg you, Prince... 769 01:03:20,341 --> 01:03:21,967 Your Highness. 770 01:03:22,385 --> 01:03:24,929 I can kneel down to you. 771 01:03:26,556 --> 01:03:27,891 Oh please! 772 01:03:34,146 --> 01:03:36,525 Now we're shedding floods of tears! 773 01:03:39,111 --> 01:03:40,571 Suppose they enter? 774 01:03:41,113 --> 01:03:44,700 They shouldn't see you're a female. 775 01:03:45,242 --> 01:03:47,703 Now, you stay here 776 01:03:47,870 --> 01:03:50,957 until your tears disappear. 777 01:03:51,457 --> 01:03:52,959 Oh come on... 778 01:03:56,587 --> 01:03:58,756 I want to ask you more. 779 01:04:00,007 --> 01:04:05,221 You're in the army cos you're wild about your lover? 780 01:04:06,223 --> 01:04:09,517 Myself, I've sinned a lot. In chastity I believe not. 781 01:04:11,060 --> 01:04:14,272 - What? - My! Your tears have dried up. 782 01:04:15,066 --> 01:04:16,400 Offended? 783 01:04:16,609 --> 01:04:19,361 Forgive the old man. 784 01:04:20,279 --> 01:04:22,407 But still... Head homeward, 785 01:04:23,241 --> 01:04:24,576 my friend. 786 01:04:25,493 --> 01:04:27,244 I was not announced, er... 787 01:04:28,455 --> 01:04:30,707 - Sit down, general. - The Emperor sent me. 788 01:04:36,755 --> 01:04:38,882 You've heard of my predicament? 789 01:04:41,135 --> 01:04:42,469 I have. 790 01:04:43,262 --> 01:04:44,971 If this letter... 791 01:04:46,097 --> 01:04:50,227 - Why no convoy? - There was... a smattering. 792 01:04:51,228 --> 01:04:54,064 - But for that cornet... - Is he here? 793 01:04:54,439 --> 01:04:56,150 I am afraid not. 794 01:04:56,192 --> 01:04:58,986 He galloped off and didn't give his name. 795 01:04:59,362 --> 01:05:01,490 - A callow youth. - Russia's tribulations... 796 01:05:01,823 --> 01:05:04,451 make heroes of them. 797 01:05:05,494 --> 01:05:06,829 Oh Mother-Russia! 798 01:05:07,870 --> 01:05:09,414 As I see it, 799 01:05:09,665 --> 01:05:12,376 he deserves a cross for his exploit. 800 01:05:15,295 --> 01:05:17,505 Still around? Be off! 801 01:05:18,007 --> 01:05:21,343 Give my regards to Uncle. 802 01:05:22,178 --> 01:05:23,513 I'll write to him. 803 01:05:26,682 --> 01:05:28,267 For pity's sake, forgive me. 804 01:05:28,642 --> 01:05:30,394 I recognized you not, my gallant friend. 805 01:05:30,895 --> 01:05:32,897 But why are your eyes so red? 806 01:05:33,815 --> 01:05:36,443 You must have had bad time, 807 01:05:36,735 --> 01:05:38,278 my modest hero. 808 01:05:38,862 --> 01:05:43,367 Speaking of the cross, 809 01:05:44,118 --> 01:05:45,869 can't go back on your words, Prince. 810 01:05:47,495 --> 01:05:50,123 He has atoned for his offense 811 01:05:50,582 --> 01:05:54,045 and deserves a St.George cross and bow. 812 01:05:56,589 --> 01:05:58,924 It's thanks to him that I'm alive now. 813 01:05:59,718 --> 01:06:01,052 Well, Prince... 814 01:06:01,510 --> 01:06:05,306 Show us how you value the imperial aide's life. 815 01:06:06,349 --> 01:06:07,892 C'mon, do it now. 816 01:06:17,903 --> 01:06:20,531 This cross you've earned by right 817 01:06:21,323 --> 01:06:22,658 for your exploit. 818 01:06:23,117 --> 01:06:26,746 Wear it with pride. 819 01:06:29,374 --> 01:06:30,875 Congratulations. 820 01:06:33,253 --> 01:06:34,796 May I go now? 821 01:06:35,004 --> 01:06:36,964 I'll stay around for the parade. 822 01:06:39,968 --> 01:06:41,470 I'll be seeing you. 823 01:06:52,482 --> 01:06:53,900 No better award for me 824 01:06:54,274 --> 01:06:56,485 than a right to battle for my Homeland! 825 01:06:57,277 --> 01:07:00,281 You have deserved it, wear it you must. 826 01:07:04,076 --> 01:07:07,246 You can't really fling crosses about! 827 01:07:09,332 --> 01:07:10,667 It's not your hair pins! 828 01:07:12,252 --> 01:07:13,921 And thank the general. 829 01:07:14,712 --> 01:07:17,674 - Can I stay? - What if they find out 830 01:07:18,341 --> 01:07:20,051 you're, well, 831 01:07:22,096 --> 01:07:23,431 not a man? 832 01:07:24,223 --> 01:07:25,767 I have been five months here 833 01:07:25,808 --> 01:07:28,728 and not a soul suspects a thing. 834 01:07:29,896 --> 01:07:32,941 Tell the count he's mistaken. 835 01:07:33,858 --> 01:07:36,236 You've outplayed me smartly. 836 01:07:37,738 --> 01:07:41,158 Go serve your country. 837 01:07:42,742 --> 01:07:46,079 As for your rank... 838 01:07:46,622 --> 01:07:47,957 you keep it. 839 01:07:49,124 --> 01:07:52,252 Show respect for it. 840 01:07:53,295 --> 01:07:54,921 - Go now. - Your Highness... 841 01:07:55,924 --> 01:07:58,676 - Thank you. - I'll keep your secret. 842 01:07:59,468 --> 01:08:02,889 I'll never lose the military honor. 843 01:08:03,265 --> 01:08:04,599 I believe you. 844 01:08:05,350 --> 01:08:06,685 Go! 845 01:08:14,193 --> 01:08:16,570 - What now? - The count's there. 846 01:08:18,531 --> 01:08:20,032 Alright, stay in. 847 01:08:22,951 --> 01:08:26,705 Count, your joke is in bad taste. 848 01:08:27,664 --> 01:08:30,417 It's second grade e'en for an aide. 849 01:08:30,626 --> 01:08:32,878 My God! What a turn-up! 850 01:08:33,420 --> 01:08:35,965 - Upon my word... - Alright, alright. 851 01:08:36,382 --> 01:08:38,551 See you don't do it, ever. 852 01:08:41,930 --> 01:08:43,265 You, David? 853 01:08:45,517 --> 01:08:48,479 Come on, tell me your fibs. 854 01:08:49,772 --> 01:08:52,524 - And who is it? - Lieutenant Rzhevsky. 855 01:08:53,567 --> 01:08:56,361 - Dashing fellow. - Courageous too. 856 01:08:56,862 --> 01:08:59,448 I've heard a lot about you. 857 01:09:00,365 --> 01:09:03,077 - A hero! - Thanks for your trust in me. 858 01:09:03,828 --> 01:09:06,664 You've justified it in the field. 859 01:09:09,042 --> 01:09:12,087 Well, well. 860 01:09:14,047 --> 01:09:15,673 But you look better as a girl. 861 01:09:20,804 --> 01:09:22,139 You? 862 01:09:22,889 --> 01:09:24,850 Yes, that's me. Bon jour, Lieutenant! 863 01:09:25,058 --> 01:09:28,604 - Still in the staff business? - Come on! 864 01:09:31,024 --> 01:09:33,026 How are things going with mademoiselle Jermon? 865 01:09:33,359 --> 01:09:35,277 Our unit was surrounded. 866 01:09:35,529 --> 01:09:37,364 The enemy took her that very night. 867 01:09:37,863 --> 01:09:39,866 And you shamef'ly fled the scene. 868 01:09:40,533 --> 01:09:41,869 Damn! 869 01:09:42,743 --> 01:09:46,205 We'll fight a duel when we meet again. 870 01:09:46,582 --> 01:09:49,043 You don't have to wait long, 871 01:09:49,417 --> 01:09:51,796 I'm assigned to your unit, so... 872 01:10:03,098 --> 01:10:04,600 Help me dispel my doubt. 873 01:10:05,227 --> 01:10:07,604 I give my word I'll keep your secret. 874 01:10:08,063 --> 01:10:09,564 You or not you? 875 01:10:10,524 --> 01:10:13,444 Isn't that something! 876 01:10:15,486 --> 01:10:16,822 Me is... me. 877 01:10:17,823 --> 01:10:20,576 Now I must leave you. No time for idle talk. 878 01:10:23,286 --> 01:10:24,913 Goodbye, monsieur. 879 01:10:25,914 --> 01:10:28,959 However, am I right or not? 880 01:10:46,394 --> 01:10:47,854 I took one prisoner, 881 01:10:48,147 --> 01:10:50,065 an officer I presume. 882 01:10:50,608 --> 01:10:52,193 - Your rank? - Lieutenant. 883 01:10:53,610 --> 01:10:56,696 Please take it back. I am your friend for good. 884 01:10:57,197 --> 01:11:00,618 - What's that supposed to mean? - I gave him my sheepskin coat. 885 01:11:00,909 --> 01:11:02,953 - Are you French? - I'm Spanish. 886 01:11:03,370 --> 01:11:05,749 He's not a coward but he missed his aim 887 01:11:05,998 --> 01:11:07,583 cos he was shivering with cold. 888 01:11:08,125 --> 01:11:10,336 I've never met the likes of you. 889 01:11:10,545 --> 01:11:13,131 I'm glad I didn't kill you. 890 01:11:13,381 --> 01:11:15,092 Name your unit. 891 01:11:15,926 --> 01:11:18,262 - Do it. - No. 892 01:11:19,305 --> 01:11:20,973 The French have had it! 893 01:11:21,265 --> 01:11:24,060 Why maintain allegiance to them? 894 01:11:24,352 --> 01:11:27,979 Is it my poor hearing or d'you suggest betrayal? 895 01:11:28,939 --> 01:11:31,901 What's in this war for you, a Spaniard? 896 01:11:32,359 --> 01:11:35,279 You won the day 897 01:11:35,780 --> 01:11:38,575 but I swore allegiance to them! 898 01:11:51,087 --> 01:11:53,298 I've got a plan! 899 01:11:54,424 --> 01:11:57,385 Indeed. I can see you're a "staffer." 900 01:11:58,763 --> 01:12:01,432 Take it easy, I am joking. 901 01:12:03,226 --> 01:12:04,560 Back to the plan. 902 01:12:07,272 --> 01:12:09,107 Ours is a roadside town. 903 01:12:58,700 --> 01:13:01,496 He passed the posts... 904 01:13:01,828 --> 01:13:04,457 - Go now. - A storm is raging. 905 01:13:04,915 --> 01:13:08,002 I walked on and on, chilled to the bone. 906 01:13:08,294 --> 01:13:11,089 - What do you want? - The tunic of Navarre riflemen. 907 01:13:11,297 --> 01:13:14,092 - Are you an officer? - I was captured and escaped. 908 01:13:14,592 --> 01:13:18,054 I went through hellish suffering. 909 01:13:18,513 --> 01:13:20,765 I've got to find my unit. 910 01:13:21,183 --> 01:13:23,060 A la guerre comme a la guerre. 911 01:13:23,310 --> 01:13:26,105 Navarre riflemen! Look for them 912 01:13:26,397 --> 01:13:29,025 in the other world. They're no more. 913 01:13:29,274 --> 01:13:31,485 - Oh no! - Sit by the fireside. 914 01:13:36,281 --> 01:13:37,616 Liniere. 915 01:13:39,451 --> 01:13:41,829 Corneille. Printed in Paris. 916 01:13:42,164 --> 01:13:45,125 - I wonder. Paper burns like cones. - What is your name? 917 01:13:46,751 --> 01:13:48,252 Vincento Salgari. 918 01:14:02,060 --> 01:14:04,311 I'll go find a nook not to be in your way. 919 01:14:04,770 --> 01:14:07,439 No, you wait with us. 920 01:14:07,941 --> 01:14:09,860 The General will be here soon. 921 01:14:10,068 --> 01:14:12,571 He'll likely ask you questions. 922 01:14:12,737 --> 01:14:14,615 He's very inquisitive. 923 01:14:15,823 --> 01:14:17,701 I'll tell him all I know. 924 01:14:20,871 --> 01:14:24,332 Another fugitive. Says he's a French officer, 925 01:14:25,126 --> 01:14:28,087 went through thick and thin 926 01:14:28,503 --> 01:14:30,005 and only just escaped. 927 01:14:30,505 --> 01:14:31,840 I was captured. 928 01:14:32,383 --> 01:14:34,010 My regiment was crushed 929 01:14:34,385 --> 01:14:36,678 so who I retreat with matters not. 930 01:14:37,054 --> 01:14:39,181 Where is your uniform and all? 931 01:14:39,474 --> 01:14:41,476 - Your rank? - I am a lieutenant. 932 01:14:42,309 --> 01:14:44,353 They have my uniform. 933 01:14:44,813 --> 01:14:46,773 I am Vincento Salgari. 934 01:14:51,070 --> 01:14:53,072 Wait a minute. Hell! 935 01:14:53,239 --> 01:14:55,448 Do I see double? 936 01:14:57,909 --> 01:15:00,829 - What is your name again? - Vincento Salgari. 937 01:15:01,205 --> 01:15:03,124 And yours? 938 01:15:03,374 --> 01:15:05,460 I am assigned to Murat's corps. 939 01:15:22,685 --> 01:15:24,020 You say nothing? 940 01:15:24,771 --> 01:15:26,106 Fine. 941 01:15:27,274 --> 01:15:29,277 I didn't recognize my cousin. 942 01:15:29,735 --> 01:15:31,987 He's changed so much. 943 01:15:32,362 --> 01:15:36,034 - Are you both Vincentos? - I bet we are. 944 01:15:36,743 --> 01:15:38,703 An old tradition in our family is 945 01:15:39,037 --> 01:15:41,497 to name all men Vincento. 946 01:15:41,664 --> 01:15:44,792 That beats everything! 947 01:15:45,501 --> 01:15:47,337 One of you's a spy. 948 01:15:47,504 --> 01:15:50,257 - Who? Me or him? - Sit by the fireside. 949 01:15:50,549 --> 01:15:52,050 You must be chilled. 950 01:15:52,217 --> 01:15:54,470 From head to toe. 951 01:16:18,911 --> 01:16:20,246 Thank you. 952 01:16:20,329 --> 01:16:22,958 - That's more than I could wish for. - How come? 953 01:16:23,876 --> 01:16:27,088 You come from different places and meet here? 954 01:16:28,089 --> 01:16:29,422 That's pretty queer. 955 01:16:30,590 --> 01:16:32,260 The fire's dying out. 956 01:16:32,634 --> 01:16:33,969 What are you burning? 957 01:16:37,223 --> 01:16:38,558 Parni. 958 01:16:41,143 --> 01:16:42,478 Racine. 959 01:16:47,484 --> 01:16:50,696 I want to know all about Russian positions. 960 01:16:50,904 --> 01:16:53,489 You first. 961 01:16:53,908 --> 01:16:56,451 I'll tell you all I know. 962 01:16:57,036 --> 01:16:59,747 Keep sitting, you are tired. 963 01:17:00,039 --> 01:17:01,499 So am I. 964 01:17:03,917 --> 01:17:06,044 - Where do I begin? - Hey, not a word! 965 01:17:06,629 --> 01:17:09,299 - Die rather than speak. - What's this? 966 01:17:09,965 --> 01:17:12,468 - He's delirious. - Why are you not in bed? 967 01:17:12,844 --> 01:17:14,178 Go upstairs. 968 01:17:19,142 --> 01:17:20,476 No, wait. 969 01:17:21,769 --> 01:17:23,980 Which of them d'you know? 970 01:17:24,273 --> 01:17:26,733 Don't be impressed by their threats. 971 01:17:27,318 --> 01:17:30,571 You are female and that is that. 972 01:17:31,071 --> 01:17:34,074 You a woman? 973 01:17:35,367 --> 01:17:38,120 - How strange! - She is my niece, 974 01:17:38,412 --> 01:17:40,831 seventeen years of age. 975 01:17:41,166 --> 01:17:43,751 - A new twist! - A family of spies you see. 976 01:17:44,169 --> 01:17:46,670 And the other one. Is he your nephew or...? 977 01:17:47,255 --> 01:17:49,674 I know him not. 978 01:17:49,882 --> 01:17:52,051 - Never seen him before. - Can it be 979 01:17:52,261 --> 01:17:55,306 that for her mission you gave your tunic to her? 980 01:17:55,431 --> 01:17:57,433 I took it without his permission. 981 01:17:57,725 --> 01:17:59,059 He didn't know. 982 01:17:59,477 --> 01:18:01,062 No more questions. So... 983 01:18:02,145 --> 01:18:04,397 Take him away 984 01:18:05,315 --> 01:18:08,027 and shoot'em down in the morn. 985 01:18:51,031 --> 01:18:53,574 David, the cornet was caught. 986 01:18:53,867 --> 01:18:56,954 - I had a narrow escape. - There's no hope for salvation. 987 01:18:58,080 --> 01:18:59,414 Alarm! 988 01:19:00,249 --> 01:19:02,626 Alarm! All mount! 989 01:19:56,392 --> 01:19:57,892 Three thousand devils! 990 01:20:01,354 --> 01:20:05,108 - You are my savior! - Surprise! 991 01:20:05,860 --> 01:20:07,820 I am so happy to have met you. 992 01:20:08,029 --> 01:20:11,032 - Your cousin. Is he safe and sound? - He is. 993 01:20:11,490 --> 01:20:14,202 Shut in in the barn. 994 01:20:14,369 --> 01:20:15,996 No, please stay here. 995 01:20:16,496 --> 01:20:18,873 The violent gallop left me soaked. 996 01:20:20,292 --> 01:20:23,170 A rendez-vous the novel style. 997 01:20:38,311 --> 01:20:42,190 - Lieutenant, I'm your slave. - Pah! Who's that dandy? 998 01:20:42,607 --> 01:20:44,442 Our friend, the French lieutenant. 999 01:23:20,105 --> 01:23:22,150 The bastards are shootin' again. 1000 01:23:23,484 --> 01:23:26,654 - Day's breaking. - The general ordered 1001 01:23:27,030 --> 01:23:28,531 shooting us at dawn. 1002 01:23:31,910 --> 01:23:34,245 He keeps his word. 1003 01:23:37,458 --> 01:23:40,294 Shot I have definitely been. 1004 01:23:48,136 --> 01:23:50,638 The fighting is in full swing. 1005 01:23:51,056 --> 01:23:52,974 - Let's go, cornet. - We can't leave here. 1006 01:23:53,392 --> 01:23:55,935 - The maps, the orders... - Fine trophy. 1007 01:23:56,395 --> 01:23:58,147 Let'em know: 1008 01:23:58,272 --> 01:24:00,524 We beat the enemy till they surrender. 1009 01:24:00,857 --> 01:24:02,818 I don't know how to thank you. 1010 01:24:02,984 --> 01:24:05,738 You saved me, Uncle and my cousin. 1011 01:24:05,863 --> 01:24:07,531 She must have passed out. 1012 01:24:07,740 --> 01:24:09,075 It's nothing, man. 1013 01:24:11,911 --> 01:24:14,581 I bet she flatters herself 1014 01:24:14,873 --> 01:24:18,168 the reason is she that you are here. 1015 01:24:18,460 --> 01:24:20,170 Nonsense! 1016 01:24:20,628 --> 01:24:23,714 You better load your gun. The battle is still raging. 1017 01:24:25,049 --> 01:24:26,592 Remember our bet, lieutenant? 1018 01:24:27,009 --> 01:24:29,429 You save a maiden... 1019 01:24:29,888 --> 01:24:31,431 And you marry her. 1020 01:24:31,765 --> 01:24:34,184 A wedding's in the offing. 1021 01:24:34,434 --> 01:24:36,062 Not in this case. 1022 01:24:36,394 --> 01:24:38,897 It's you I saved, not her. 1023 01:24:40,316 --> 01:24:42,484 The whole unit witnessed it. 1024 01:24:42,986 --> 01:24:44,571 You can't refuse. 1025 01:24:45,071 --> 01:24:48,575 Congratulations! It's a happy lot! 1026 01:24:48,907 --> 01:24:50,242 So to the altar, eh? 1027 01:24:50,577 --> 01:24:52,287 I am not going to listen to that rubbish. 1028 01:24:52,662 --> 01:24:54,163 Yes, I lost the bet. 1029 01:24:54,330 --> 01:24:56,165 But never will there be a wedding! 1030 01:24:56,415 --> 01:24:59,128 - Then how about a duel? - On what pretext? 1031 01:24:59,585 --> 01:25:01,713 And not on this estate. 1032 01:25:01,964 --> 01:25:04,842 If you have guts then fight the duel. 1033 01:25:05,134 --> 01:25:07,178 You first save me and then put to risk. 1034 01:25:07,719 --> 01:25:09,971 It's so hussaresque. 1035 01:25:10,473 --> 01:25:14,977 - Next time better luck. - You're a coward and schmuck. 1036 01:25:25,030 --> 01:25:26,530 Shoot after I say "three". 1037 01:25:28,075 --> 01:25:29,408 So... 1038 01:25:29,826 --> 01:25:31,160 One... 1039 01:25:31,661 --> 01:25:32,996 Two... 1040 01:25:33,372 --> 01:25:34,957 Wait, gentlemen! 1041 01:25:36,667 --> 01:25:38,711 - On time, thank God. - Three thousand devils! 1042 01:25:39,127 --> 01:25:41,087 You see enough deaths at the war. 1043 01:25:41,213 --> 01:25:43,048 Jermon? Watch me 1044 01:25:43,298 --> 01:25:45,801 pluggin' the dresser's head. 1045 01:25:46,134 --> 01:25:47,636 Cornet, be a man! 1046 01:25:48,012 --> 01:25:50,472 Oh my God! Don't you dare! 1047 01:25:50,891 --> 01:25:52,349 I don't want... 1048 01:25:52,851 --> 01:25:54,644 Just one word. 1049 01:25:55,062 --> 01:25:57,064 Am I the cause? 1050 01:25:57,397 --> 01:25:59,982 I love another man. 1051 01:26:00,359 --> 01:26:02,486 - I don't care for you two. - Alas! 1052 01:26:02,695 --> 01:26:04,738 Mademoiselle Jermon, 1053 01:26:05,321 --> 01:26:07,323 you're welcome to love e'en a devil. 1054 01:26:07,700 --> 01:26:09,327 The cornet has insulted me. 1055 01:26:09,702 --> 01:26:12,038 I can only wash it off with blood. 1056 01:26:23,508 --> 01:26:25,135 Mademoiselle Jermon? 1057 01:26:25,552 --> 01:26:26,886 How strange! 1058 01:26:27,721 --> 01:26:29,556 What luck meeting you again. 1059 01:26:29,848 --> 01:26:31,850 - Your arm! - A trifle scratch. 1060 01:26:32,518 --> 01:26:34,603 Pierre dear, 1061 01:26:34,812 --> 01:26:37,272 - I miss you awfully. - How can I believe it? 1062 01:26:37,690 --> 01:26:40,276 I do believe we will be happy. 1063 01:26:42,278 --> 01:26:43,946 - Mademoiselle Jermon... - Louise. 1064 01:26:44,364 --> 01:26:46,241 Call me Louise as you used to. 1065 01:26:46,449 --> 01:26:48,451 And kiss mt as you know how. 1066 01:26:49,076 --> 01:26:50,704 We split because of my caprice. 1067 01:26:50,911 --> 01:26:52,871 My fault. Forgive me please. 1068 01:26:54,957 --> 01:26:56,292 Louise, I am an ass. 1069 01:27:16,104 --> 01:27:18,106 - Jermon again. - Not really. 1070 01:27:18,525 --> 01:27:19,983 But where's the cornet? 1071 01:27:20,150 --> 01:27:22,821 Dueling with the Lieutenant. 1072 01:27:30,745 --> 01:27:32,872 I guess we'll need a crowbar. 1073 01:27:33,123 --> 01:27:35,334 I am Azarov, 1074 01:27:36,042 --> 01:27:37,669 staff-major in retirement. 1075 01:27:38,128 --> 01:27:40,463 I owe you one. 1076 01:27:40,880 --> 01:27:42,758 Is cornet Azarov your nephew? 1077 01:27:43,175 --> 01:27:44,509 My niece. 1078 01:27:45,637 --> 01:27:47,764 - Oh, rubbish. - He's seeing sights. 1079 01:27:48,096 --> 01:27:50,058 - He sure is. - Have no doubt. 1080 01:27:50,474 --> 01:27:52,267 Ivan here can confirm it. 1081 01:27:52,643 --> 01:27:54,895 - He is her nurseman. - She's a girl alright. 1082 01:27:55,313 --> 01:27:56,647 Is that so! 1083 01:27:57,065 --> 01:27:59,026 I thought the old man's in his dotage. 1084 01:28:01,861 --> 01:28:04,238 Now break down the door! 1085 01:28:15,625 --> 01:28:17,002 - Murder! - Hurt! 1086 01:28:20,422 --> 01:28:23,592 - You'll pay for that! - Some duelist! 1087 01:28:23,926 --> 01:28:26,638 He saw a mouse... and swooned! 1088 01:28:26,929 --> 01:28:28,764 Given such finale, I decided not to fight. 1089 01:28:29,098 --> 01:28:30,892 - But you were shooting! - I killed two mice 1090 01:28:31,184 --> 01:28:33,311 and missed one. 1091 01:28:33,562 --> 01:28:37,900 - What a pity! - Please dampen your ardor. 1092 01:28:38,358 --> 01:28:41,820 She has dreaded mice since infancy. 1093 01:28:42,280 --> 01:28:44,573 She? Permit me, sir. 1094 01:28:44,991 --> 01:28:47,160 - I must... - Dammit! 1095 01:28:47,452 --> 01:28:49,995 - Am I dreaming? - I must apologize 1096 01:28:50,246 --> 01:28:52,248 for my disguise. 1097 01:28:54,124 --> 01:28:55,668 She is a girl! 1098 01:28:55,876 --> 01:28:58,212 Victors are not judged you know. 1099 01:29:00,841 --> 01:29:02,383 And for your valiance 1100 01:29:02,592 --> 01:29:05,178 I promote you to lieutenant. 1101 01:29:05,763 --> 01:29:08,724 - So kind of you. - Say not a word. 1102 01:29:13,396 --> 01:29:16,315 Champagne to celebrate the day! 1103 01:29:16,649 --> 01:29:20,068 Well, friends, up and at it. 1104 01:29:29,162 --> 01:29:31,497 The battle is not a bed of roses... 1105 01:29:51,811 --> 01:29:54,147 Lieutenant, wait. 1106 01:29:55,314 --> 01:29:57,275 I owe you an explanation. 1107 01:29:58,651 --> 01:30:00,237 What d'you say? 1108 01:30:00,903 --> 01:30:03,447 Your wonderment is overly long. 1109 01:30:03,865 --> 01:30:08,161 I'm not a man. My consolation. 1110 01:30:09,705 --> 01:30:11,039 Are you disappointed? 1111 01:30:11,289 --> 01:30:14,001 You are my mentor in the hussar ways. 1112 01:30:15,044 --> 01:30:17,254 Say something. 1113 01:30:19,631 --> 01:30:23,428 Do you love me? 1114 01:30:23,927 --> 01:30:26,055 Only an insane man 1115 01:30:26,306 --> 01:30:29,101 - could love you. - Tell me: 1116 01:30:29,476 --> 01:30:31,018 Are you in love with me? 1117 01:30:31,227 --> 01:30:33,604 A man would lose his wits falling for you. 1118 01:30:33,938 --> 01:30:36,065 I'm as obstinate as you. Answer: Yes or no? 1119 01:30:36,525 --> 01:30:39,945 I'd like to say goodbye. 1120 01:30:41,196 --> 01:30:43,240 That's fine 1121 01:30:44,741 --> 01:30:46,785 but do you love me? 1122 01:30:48,079 --> 01:30:50,957 Yes, three thousand devils! 1123 01:30:52,208 --> 01:30:54,336 That's going too far! 1124 01:30:54,502 --> 01:30:57,297 I would prefer a hundred deaths! 1125 01:30:57,589 --> 01:31:00,342 I am ashamed, can't look you in the face. 1126 01:31:00,676 --> 01:31:03,261 You are in love... And pray for death. 1127 01:31:03,637 --> 01:31:05,764 You must despise me. 1128 01:31:06,056 --> 01:31:08,600 - I was an ass. - Wait, wait! 1129 01:31:09,101 --> 01:31:11,854 Remember the ball when we drank 1130 01:31:12,063 --> 01:31:15,191 - brotherhood? - I feel bound hand and foot. 1131 01:31:15,566 --> 01:31:17,108 Damnation! 1132 01:31:18,068 --> 01:31:19,528 I do apologize 1133 01:31:19,861 --> 01:31:21,864 for being insolent at the ball. 1134 01:31:22,782 --> 01:31:25,200 You also gave me a kiss. 1135 01:31:26,661 --> 01:31:28,580 I owe you one 1136 01:31:30,498 --> 01:31:32,333 and I'll return the debt. 1137 01:31:37,630 --> 01:31:39,508 You can go now. 1138 01:31:40,842 --> 01:31:42,177 What's with you? 1139 01:31:44,472 --> 01:31:45,806 Oh! Wow! 1140 01:31:48,350 --> 01:31:49,810 Now back to the wager. 1141 01:31:53,605 --> 01:31:55,149 There was 1142 01:31:55,607 --> 01:31:57,985 a clause about marriage. 1143 01:31:58,652 --> 01:32:00,322 You are freed 1144 01:32:01,114 --> 01:32:03,033 from that obligation. 1145 01:32:03,450 --> 01:32:06,035 You can't stomache my cousin, I mean myself. 1146 01:32:06,370 --> 01:32:09,123 - I swear... - Never have I felt so deeply. 1147 01:32:09,956 --> 01:32:13,251 I will seek death if you reject me. 1148 01:32:14,962 --> 01:32:16,463 Farewell forever! 1149 01:32:17,632 --> 01:32:19,967 I'm off. But if... 1150 01:32:20,342 --> 01:32:23,428 - Damn! - My hero, wait! 1151 01:32:23,930 --> 01:32:25,432 Yes! Yes! 1152 01:32:36,359 --> 01:32:39,445 Life offers us many a road. 1153 01:32:40,238 --> 01:32:43,283 We either laugh or cry or both as it were, 1154 01:32:43,909 --> 01:32:47,495 When hearing that refrain well-known. 1155 01:32:48,206 --> 01:32:51,459 Long long ago, long long ago, long long ago. 1156 01:32:52,502 --> 01:32:55,796 I am a duelist and bully. 1157 01:32:56,548 --> 01:32:59,676 And I can drench a whole bottle at one go. 1158 01:33:00,259 --> 01:33:04,096 But so involved emotionally. 1159 01:33:05,097 --> 01:33:07,976 I was long ago. 1160 01:33:09,268 --> 01:33:12,647 I lost my heart to a hussar hero. 1161 01:33:13,315 --> 01:33:16,319 And his luxuriant mustache does need a comb. 1162 01:33:17,403 --> 01:33:20,989 There was a time when we were en'mies. 1163 01:33:21,741 --> 01:33:24,702 'T was long ago, long ago, long ago. 1164 01:33:26,036 --> 01:33:29,373 Years will pass, so evenful. 1165 01:33:30,165 --> 01:33:33,211 But our hist'ry we will ever forget not. 1166 01:33:33,879 --> 01:33:37,633 How our fathers fought for freedom. 1167 01:33:38,633 --> 01:33:41,470 Long long ago... 1168 01:33:42,971 --> 01:33:46,349 And if an en'my, blind with hatred, 1169 01:33:47,058 --> 01:33:50,020 Attempts to vanquish Rus and overload. 1170 01:33:51,021 --> 01:33:54,650 We'll rout him the way they did it. 1171 01:33:55,609 --> 01:33:59,989 Long long ago...