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Too high for me. A little lower.

Hello Albert. - Oh, just put it down it there.

Did Yvette say when she'd be back? - Day after tomorrow, if all goes according to plan. - Right.

Big raid on Saint-Nazaire. Heard it on the news.

Yes, we know. Doctor Keldermans told us. She'll be alright Alain.

Anyway, there's nothing we can do.

Claude's got two evaders coming in from Antwerp. Did he tell you?

Yes, we can take them. Yvette took the other lot with her.

When are they due? - Tonight.

Did you get it?

I can't believe it. It's vodka. It's Russian vodka.

Sixteen bottles bottles there. Another 30 to pick up right? - Right.

Less one for my trouble.

Makes me uncomfortable. Aren't you ashamed?

I hate the people who come here. They're worse than the Germans.

All the more reason to take their money.

Tomorrow I want you to go with Max to the German quartermaster in the Marnixlaan.

Take the handcart and the tarpaulin with you. He knows all about it.

Doctor Keldermans...

What is it? - Yvette.

The Germans have got her? - She's dead.

Is there any doubt? How did it happen?

I know very little. But it seems she was on her way with the airmen she was helping

and they got caught in the raid on Saint-Nazaire.

She took shelter and the house received a direct hit.

I imagine she was killed outright. I hope so.

Fortunately, she was traveling under her own papers as Lisa Colbert, nurse.

That's how the civil authorities traced her to me. They telephoned about half an hour ago.

Killed in an air raid. A British air raid.

British or American? Does it matter?

She died without a priest.

Do they have any idea who she is? - No, just someone called Lisa Colbert.

Where is she? Saint-Nazaire?

In the town Mortuary, with the other bodies.

Jesus...

The airmen got away? - Apparently. I don't know for sure.

I'm having the body sent to my house for the lying in.

Shall I deal with the rest of the funeral arrangements?

Ironic, isn't it? Killed by the very people for whom she was risking her life.

Well, there's there's work to be done.

They're not all broken.

Yvette was the only one to know every helper personally.

I dare say Natalie and I can piece together enough information to keep us operational.

Alain, you'd better inform London.

They'll want to know who's taking over.

Tell them business as usual.

I need a code name. We need something that people can accept.

Well leave it. Let Yvette remain the code name. If it's a man, so much the better.

And this way the leader never dies. She's not dead.

Why not?

Let's get on with it.

Brandt. Who?

Are you sure they were the exact words?

Very well. Put him through.

Erwin Brandt. Yes, Herr Oberst.

Well, that's, that's kind of you.

Oh yes, of course.

I'm sorry. The admiral, he's well?

Good.

Yes, of course I'd be delighted, but not in my office. I try to keep my private life away from my work, you know.

Tomorrow evening, yes.

Well, could I suggest a modest restaurant I sometimes frequent? It's quite quiet.

Have you a pencil?

Come in.

Any trouble? - Not the sort you mean. These two are trouble enough. - Why? what's wrong?

They're not our usual customers. They're Russians. - Russians.

How did they get here?

It's rather difficult to find out, but we think they were shot down over Germany and walked here.

Across Germany? - So it would seem.

The problem is twofold. One, they don't speak a word of anything but Russian. - Russians.

Two. They seem to have a sense of humor all of their own. They're are menace and I'm glad they're off my hands.

What do I do with them? - Happily, it's not for me to say.

Ask Yvette. - Yvette's dead.

Oh my God. - Yes.

Right. Now,

do you speak any French?

German?

Ivan Kuznitsov. My friend, Alexei Ljublin.

At your service,mademoiselle.

She's more fun than that guy. She's so slim.

I like the West.

Would she help us escape? By line?

How does one communicate with them Claude? This is hopeless.

You can say anything that matters by signs.

You'd be surprised. Ah yes, they seem to like cats and fish.

Cats and fish? - That's right.

What do we do? - Carry on of course.

Can we? Without Yvette I mean. We just took it for granted, didn't we?

She organized. She worried.

Well, we took risks now and then, but not like her.

She started the line, and we've got to keep it going for her sake.

That's just sentimental rubbish. We've got to keep it going for a very real reason.

If we can't run it, London will soon find somebody who can and they'll stop my money.

I'm not going to risk losing this restaurant.

I've waited too long to get where I am now and I'm not giving it up.

How's Natalie?

She's alright. I sent her on ahead to meet up with the other two.

Good. Yes, that'll give her something to do.

I loved that child, you know, just like my own daughter.

Stop. I don't want to think about it.

She's just someone else we've lost, and I'm not going to think about it any other way.

I'm sorry to bring you up here, Marin but I just couldn't communicate with these two.

Ivan, Alexei, what on earth are you doing?! - Who are you?

Pleased to meet sir. - I have to ask you some questions. .

You speak Russian? An expatriate?

God is good.. Translate what we say.

Cats and fish. So that's what Claude meant. Marin. Ask them how they got here.

I think she's pretty. A little lean..

And those fiery eyes.. Do you think she she's a virgin?

The girls here go to bed with everyone.

For goodness sake. Will you stop this incessant chatter! We must know about you.

Do you understand? We have to know!

We have to know. - I like girls with spirit.

Shall we get on with this Marin?

How do we check their identity? London won't be able to help, will they?

Ask them if they have some means of identification.

We need proof of identity. necessary. Do you have that?

We have a id. of the Air Force..

Let me see. Ask them what their unit was and where they were stationed.

What is your unit and where Were you stationed?

Now wait a minute.

And you're satisfied.

Oh yes, I think there's little doubt they're genuine.

Amusing fellows, aren't they? - Oh very.

Both their families were wiped out in the German advance.

What I don't understand is why they walked all the way from, where was it?

Meissen. - Meissen. That's the other side of Germany? How did they do it?

Well, it is possible. There's a lot of labor force movement over there.

Yes, Slavs especially.

They don't just make tea sets in Meissen now you know. It's optical instruments, lenses, viewfinders, that sort of thing.

They walked West so they could give themselves up to the British or the Americans.

What on earth for? - They don't want to go back to Russia.

They don't like Uncle Joe Stalin? - I don't think you understand.

Russians that have been taken prisoner by the Germans, or the Allies are not accepted back into the Soviets.

They would be killed if they returned. - By their own people?

They are happy enough to go on fighting with the Allies. If they survive, they will stay.

They mean business Natalie. They hate the Germans even more than we do.

Then we must get them down the line at once.

Won't be easy. Once they're south of Paris, it won't be so bad.

We'll send them via Strasburg this time.

I remember Yvette telling me there were Yugoslav workers there in the area, right?

We need two sets of papers, Max. - I'll do it now.

Now one thing is certain, they can't stay where they are. They must be got away. Into the country. Away from people.

It's all very well saying that, but where? It needs to be isolated.

We'll get Alain to take them. - But we said that we wouldn't... - It's only for one night, 2 at the most. There's no one else.

You can ask him. I'm going to the market now.

He's got a family Albert. We have to ask him.

I'm going now.

Aren't the kids eating with us? - They've had theirs.

Was it good? - Delicious..

Eat it all. It'll do you good.

Right, give Gil a shout. Tell him it's on the table

and then take the soup off the hob.

Come on you two. Get your coats on,

you've got to deliver those turnips on your way back to school.

Gil. Food's ready on the table.

Bye, Mama. Bye, Daddy.

It's cold out there.

What is that?

Turnip soup. - Same as yesterday.

I got that mark off your suit. You can wear it to the funeral tomorrow. - Alright. Thanks love.

What's gonna happen then now she's dead? - Oh well, I don't know do I? Too early to tell.

I don't want you to give it up, just because of the farm, and us.

Me and Gil had a talk. We can manage with a bit of help from you now and again.

I'm frightened for you, for all of us, especially the kids,

but, somebody's got to fight the Germans any way we can.

It's up to you, of course, but that's what we think.

Is it what you say? You do the work? - That's the way I see it.

Look, you're better at that sort of thing and someone's gotta help keep it going.

I'll look after the farm. - Thanks.

Look. There's something I gotta ask you. Both of you.

Tonight, somebody will be brought here and it will be just the one night. What do you say?

We agreed we'd never use the farm. - I know, I know.

There's nowhere else? - Not this time. We've lost three safe houses.

Just one night?

Right, well, we'll just have to hope for the best.

Herr Oberst. Welcome to the Candide. Herr Major Brandt is waiting for you.

My dear Brandt. - Herr Oberst....Please.

An apertif?

Monsieur Foiret? Is it possible?

Aperitif. You live well in Brussels. - Only occasionally.

An interesting place.

And a very discreet table.

You wish to talk?

What time are they bringing this airman? - Should be right about now.

Oh, sorry about this love. I know I promised not to use the farm...

Well, if it has to be, I suppose there must be a reason.

It is just one night?

Look, I honestly don't know. It might be two.

I'm going to milk them goats. They'll be heavy.

Come on kids. Upstairs. Go on. Into bed with you.

Come in.

Hey, I thought you said one? - I'm sorry Alain, they go as a pair.

They have to be got out of Brussels. They're much too dangerous. Hey.

And they don't speak our language. They're Russians.

Russians? - Russians.

An excellent meal. You are not smoking? - No.

You are very wise. It is a bad habit I contracted in my youth.

But I'm unrepentant and much too old to consider changing my vices,

or my attitudes.

Admiral Canaris has spoken well of you my boy.

Well enough for me to be dangerously frank with you.

You are already aware that certain elements in the military,

with tacit, industrial and municipal support,

have decided that Germany cannot possibly win this war,

and therefore it is necessary to make peace overtures to the British and Americans while we still have bargaining power.

The National Socialists are slowly taking all military control into their own hands.

High command is deeply concerned over the rapid military build up of the SS.

And that megalomaniac upstart is rapidly degenerating into a latter day Caligula.

Nothing can be done without that man's total removal.

I take it you mean assassination? - It must be done properly and effectively.

There can be no room for error. It is too dangerous.

There can be no second bite at the apple. It is one chance only.

And we must be organized within ourselves. Enough to put an immediate plan of control into operation. That is vital.

What about the SS, the Gestapo the hard core.

Our plans will encompass their subjugation as an initial factor.

Those plans are already being made up Brandt.

Now, we need to know who is with us. Every man, when he recommends a fellow officer to our attention,

needs to know that he's putting his own life, as well as the future of Germany, into those hands.

One mistake ... and we're all ... dead.

It's not a little thing that you ask Herr Oberst. I have children, you know.

If I become party to this, they are involved without their knowledge or their understanding.

Their lives also, I'd risk. - Oh no please, that's not. It's not all that.

I'm a German. I have a loyalty to the Fatherland.

We are asking for exactly that. - Yes.

But is that where my loyalties should lie?

I appreciate your reticence. I agree it is not to be taken lightly. None of us do.

Any man who can easily be talked into a thing,

may just as rapidly be talked out of it.

We want you to consider. To ruminate, evaluate.

How long do I have to decide?

Two months. Three at the most.

We will be in touch with you.

I'm taking Admiral Canaris's word that you can be trusted.

Herr Sturmbannführer, I'll find you a good table. How nice to see you again.

I see you finished then I'm not interrupting unduly. - Herr Sturmbannfuhrer.

Herr Oberst, may I present my colleague, Sturmbannfuhrer Kessler.

Herr Von Elmendorff. An old friend of my father's.

Herr Oberst. I regret to intrude but it's a matter of duty.

Which of course comes above everything else. Gentlemen. Goodnight. - Herr Oberst.

Your office told me where you were dining.

We've just received information concerning the whereabouts of two evaders, reported as being Russian.

We must move quickly. - Oh yes. Yes of course.

Monsieur Foiret. - Thank you, Herr Major

Thank you, Justin.

You want me Albert? - Yes, we've got to get to Alain's.

The Gestapo are onto the two Russians. They've had a tip off.

Do they know where? - Only the area I think.

Can you get to Alain's quickly? - But I've just come from there.

Is there still a train? - Well, one more I think.

Yes, well, it can't be helped. The Russians have to be got out now.

Take them to the railway sidings at molenbeek.

Put them on a train. They can sleep there.

I've arranged it with the yard master. I'm afraid you'll have to go with them in the morning.

But it's Yvette's ... ...Yvette's funeral, yes, I'm sorry.

It's a question of priorities Natalie. It's got to be done.

Are you okay, baby?

Kids, go to bed. Quick..

I was worried that... You have every reason to be.

The Germans know there are two evaders in the area.

They may know who, but they don't know where. But they're searching for them.

Now eventually they'll come here. I'm taking these two right now.

How do they know?

Think about that when I've got these two Ivans out of the way. But Albert thinks they've broken our code.

Do you need me? - No. You must stay here and go to bed. Tidy up. Just be here.

I'm putting these two on a train in the sidings, just in case they're watching the stations

Come on you two. We must be quick and careful.

I don't understand anything, but we want to do everything.

Quiet.

Ivan, does she like me?

I'll see you down the lane.

The train...

will move, move into the station at 6:30. Train move at 06:30.

The train runs at 06:30.

Still dark.

Lie down somewhere. Lie down, and keep hidden,

until people get onto the train.

I will be back. Me, I will be back then.

Right? Back at 6:30. Understand?

I get it. Train 6:30.

Everything will be dark. We wait and sleep.

We hide.

You'll be back at 6:30.

Goodnight.

We can draw on the walls.

I'll take the fish.

And I like the cats. Cats eat fish. So, you start.

That's good.

Damn. How many matches have we?

A whole box.

Too late again.

Two runaway Russians should not be beyond our powers.

These Belgians are efficient Herr Major. I have to concede that.

One small mistake, one tiny betrayal. That's all we need.

I think it may be necessary to give our informants a sharp lesson.

Yes, I shall arrange a little garden party shortly.

The vital point. It's always missing. Our informants never seem to have enough to tell us.

Maybe they choose not to. - That's precisely why my little garden party will be so appreciated.

Thank you.

Oh, I forgot to inquire if you enjoyed your meal tonight?

You know if the Candide turns out to be as good as its promise, we might well use it regularly. Prost. - Prost.

Yes yes, yes indeed. It's really a very nice restaurant. Mr Foiret is friendly.

Food, as good as one can expect these days.

Your companion at table... - Oberst von Elmendorff...

Yes yes I'd forgotten the name. You say he is an old friend?

Of my father, yes.

Have you met previously? - No, no no no. Not to my recollection.

I suppose I must have done as as a child, you know. But I don't remember.

Was there some reason? - No, no. I like to remember faces and names. It can be most useful.

I've heard rumors that there's some dissent among the military high command. The difference is of political opinion, it seems.

Did your Oberst friend refer to any such thing?

He is with General Staff, is he not? von Rundstedt's unit?

You're very, very well informed for someone whose name you've forgotten.

I was merely interested to see if there was any substance in such rumors.

Victory is within our grasp, I think.

But the Fuhrer could not tolerate a split in command sinking at such a stage. Divided, we could still fail.

Not a comfortable thought for loyal Germans. Would you not agree?

Yes, of course. But I'm sure that any such dissent is merely rumor.

Von Elmendorff would have mentioned it, I'm certain, if there had been anything to it.

Yes, yes, of course. I was merely interested in any information that you might have gleaned.

Well, goodnight Herr Major. - Herr Sturmbannfuhrer.

And thank you ..... for the drink.

A very good morning, saving angel.

Today I'm marrying you.

No, today I'm marrying you.

For Heaven's sake, can't anyone leave you alone for a moment.

You're supposed to be avoiding attention. Not attracting it.

Come on. Out.

We didn't say anything.. Why is she acting like this?

Maybe she doesn't like cats. and fishing.

How beautiful. We are great artists.

Will you come!!

The train is being moved into the station.

Let's move on.

I thought you said he'd be back before 11. The funeral was at 9.

You can never tell with Albert. He goes and sees his black market friends.

It takes time, and it is necessary. Germans are big eaters.

Some of us think that Albert is too friendly for his own good. I mean, where did he get the money for all this?

Oh, I shouldn't let it worry you. He knows what he's doing.

Yeah, he knows where his bread's buttered. Why not?

The war could last a long time.

Will that suit you Max? and what's worse, does it make any difference to you?

I keep thinking I know you from somewhere.

Have you always lived in Brussels since the war started? - Mostly, yeah.

I know I've seen you before, I just don't know where.

It will come back to me. I've got a good memory for most things.

They're pretty cut up, you know.

What was she like? Yvette? I never got to meet her.

She was pretty. Very pretty. Really quite ordinary.

Just a young Belgian girl, I suppose.

Nothing special or unusual, except the determination to do what she did.

Why did she hate the Germans so much? - She had her own reasons.

I think it was about two years ago. Somewhere. I'll remember.

Any messages? - Claude's been waiting.

I haven't got much time, but I wanted you to know the Germans have stopped searching, but they were very near.

Yes, too near for it to be accident, or coincidence.

No, it wasn't two years ago. It was recently. I saw you recently somewhere.

Oh, I shouldn't let it worry you. - This sort of thing always does. I shan't rest now till I remember.

Did you tell London to expect two Russians?

It was a cafe in Antwerp. You were with two other men. A very tall, thin faced man.

It must have been somebody else. I haven't been to Antwerp for years.

I better be moving. Maastricht and Hamme are now clear. We'll wait to hear from you.

Yeah, I'd go through the arcade if I were you. They're making spot checks on the street.

Yes, I'll do that. I'll be passing by the Grouchy works first.

Any messages? - No. Thank you,Claude.

Just going upstairs. To do work. - Alright.

I think we could all use a drink.

To Yvette.

What's he supposed to look like, Sir?

The informant said age 30, brown overcoat, black beret, small attache case.

It should not be too difficult.

You cover that side.

Halt, or we shoot.

You killed him.

Yes, we're very sorry too. Yes, perhaps another time. Goodbye.

A cancellation.

Special delivery from your German quartermaster friend. - Bring it down here.

Why is everyone so squeamish about eels?

Eels.

Yeah, there's the bill

and there's a little note there from Alain.

It's about the Russians. - Are they back in England?

I'm glad. - They were a damn nuisance.

Do you remember all those appalling drawings I told you about? - Cats and fish?

Everywhere.

They've been sent back.

Back to Russia? - But they'll be killed.

London did not wish to irritate their new allies, so they returned them.

I think it's about time we got going.

It's open. What do you want?

Mr. Foiret? - Yes. What can I do for you?

I have come from Sturmbannfuhrer Kessler.

The Sturmbannfuhrer requests that you present yourself at Gestapo headquarters at 3:00 o'clock this afternoon.

He's giving a garden party for some Belgian friends and would like to repay you for your own kind invitation.

The invitation is only for yourself, Sir.

Well, I, I don't know whether I can manage.

The Sturmbannfuhrer particularly requested that you should arrive on time, Sir. If you would excuse me.

Monsieur Foiret? - Herr Sturmbannfuhrer - I am so glad you found it convenient to come. - Thank you.

I will introduce you later.

I have long meant to thank you for turning in Claude Pelletain. Your phone call was much appreciated.

I'm glad.

It was unfortunate that he was shot trying to escape. He could have yielded much information.

However, that was some weeks ago.

I see that it is 3:30. I have an unhappy duty to perform.

If you will excuse me. - Yes, of course.

Section, attention. March forward.

Section, halt.

Right turn.

You see, Monsieur Foiret? All these people, watching so intently.

All trying to mask their fears.

All wondering, possibly, if one of the men to be executed has betrayed them in some way.

All guilty of some act. Some indiscretion.

Something treasonable, perhaps? They do not remember.

I find it most revealing.

Not an ideal day for a garden party.

Unfortunate.

You look pale, Monsieur. I do hope this does not distress you.

It's something of a shock, Sir.

I'm sorry. A demonstration is sometimes necessary.

We prefer those who collaborate with us and who receive our favors

in return to keep their membership up to date. It's so easy to fall into arrears,

and yesterday's friend can so easily become today's enemy. Would you not agree?

By order of the Führer. Fire.