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NO-DO: NEWS, DOCUMENTARIES AND FILMS

PRESENTS...

SPANISH NEWS

Spanish cinema continues steadily

on its way to rival the world's greatest industries.

Entertainment and patriotism combine in a new film

with a new actor.

From war hero to movie star.

Eulogio Romero, who fought communism with the Blue Division,

debuts in Love and Fatherland.

...in a new film with a new actor.

From war hero to movie star.

Eulogio Romero, who fought communism with the Blue Division,

debuts in Love and Fatherland.

THE MINISTRY OF TIME

LOST IN TIME

Shit...

Hello? Help!

I'm coming.

Calm down.

Let's see...

- It was Salvador. - I knew it. Release me, please.

Are you sure? I don't know...

- Don't you think it's a shame? - Yes, but...

Hi, Salvador.

Great. I'll be right there.

Pacino?

No, I have no idea.

Very well. See you later.

Emergency meeting.

- Did he ask about me? - Yes.

I think he is onto us.

You are too paranoid. Too paranoid.

It is the only possible conclusion.

Life has no meaning apart from the people we love.

Words of wisdom.

Don't scare me like that. Here, look, here comes the bike!

Tasty! This baby wants some too? Later.

Come on, a little bit more.

So tasty!

Darn it!

It's okay, it's okay.

I already told you I'm not switching phone providers...

Salvador...

SPANISH NATIONAL RADIO

Welcome, Alonso.

Nice haircut. Follow me.

- Alonso is late. - Of course. We're in the boondocks.

It's harder to get here than to the 12th century.

Look who's here.

I'll get you some coffee.

- My buddy from Flanders! - Pacino.

- It's been a while. - Since November 1st, 2017.

- How are you? - Fine.

- Is this the Ministry now? - Yes.

Gentrification, you know? Let's not talk about that.

- How is your girl? - Beautiful.

I'll show you some portraits.

- She takes after her mother. - Well, with a little mustache...

Not bad, considering her father is 486 years old.

Welcome, everybody.

As I was saying yesterday, you're here for a mission...

Excuse me. I am already retired.

I have to go pick up my girl from the day care in two hours.

We need you for this mission, Alonso.

You will look for Eulogio Romero Lozano.

- Who is that? - We have no clue.

We only know this is his face.

Eulogio Romero, who fought communism with the Blue Division,

debuts in Love and Fatherland.

He could be an ancestor of Julián. Or his doppelganger.

Elena looks just like Alonso's first wife, Blanca.

He doesn't just look like him. He is identical.

Trump and Boris Johnson look alike, but they aren't identical.

Franklin and Chiquito de la Calzada look similar, but not identical.

People say that me and that guy from Los Hombres de Paco

look alike, too. But this guy... Come on!

By my faith, he is!

So, that is your mission.

Go to Madrid in 1943 and find out.

You'll get there in time for the ending of the shooting.

Alonso and Pacino will go with Irene.

What? I know that time better than anyone else!

Yes, but you don't know Julián.

You'll stay and search the archive for any other Eulogio Romero Lozano.

It's the same passages!

Our engineers managed to connect them from here. This one.

Pacino.

Just one question. Why did you call me and not Amelia?

We called her, too.

- Do you like it? - Yes, honey, I love it.

Oh, yes, honey, keep going!

Keep going, keep going...

Oh, yes, honey.

Come on, come on. Just like that.

So nice.

What an ordeal.

- A Time Door in a brothel... - You can't get more discreet.

- I thought you'd come later. - Hello.

- Hi. - Do you... work for the Ministry?

- Of course. - Okay.

We get paid so little... extra money is always welcome.

Post-war times are hard, you know?

These are all the identity documents you need.

- The rest is under the bed. - Great. Thank you.

If you'll excuse me...

Sure, go finish it.

I'll finish up and empty the room for you.

This way.

Good evening.

- Good morning. Thank you for coming. - It's Julián.

- You can ask any question. - Yes.

They say you're Spain's new movie idol.

What does your wife think about it?

Even if it were true, it wouldn't affect my family.

I have a beautiful son and a perfect wife.

What else do I need?

- Look. - His wife?

The wife of our Eulogio Romero, yes.

According to the civil-registry data, they got married in 1943.

She was pregnant and a widow.

Here comes the best part.

Eulogio Romero with his wife and two children

in Águilas, Murcia. The year is 1936.

Due to his age, this has to be our Eulogio Romero.

- Which means... - That there are two Eulogio Romeros.

Do you have a method for acting or do you use your own experiences?

Sorry, I don't understand.

You were a soldier. A hero. You play the role of one.

I assure you war and movies are very different.

But I'm not sure what's more dangerous.

- You were in the Blue Division. - Yes.

What can you tell us about it?

Well, it's very cold in Russia.

It was an honor to fight against communism.

- And before that? - Nothing. The past is history for me.

I always look forward. Like Spain.

The thing is that, after 1937, this Eulogio Romero disappears.

- During the Battle of Teruel. - Just like Julián.

Both Eulogios have that in common.

But there is something I don't get.

This Eulogio Romero, Julián, whoever, keeps appearing in the No-Do.

Why doesn't his family say anything?

They died during an air raid in Águilas.

We had many Guernicas on both sides.

Germany tested their bombs there,

but the Russians bombed Cabra's market square.

It was filled with people.

Nobody knows that because Picasso didn't paint it.

Wars are started by a few idiots, killing hundreds of innocent people.

- What are your next projects? - I'm not here to talk about that.

- Thanks for coming. Enjoy the snacks. - Thank you.

Excuse me. Irene Larra from Close Up magazine.

- This is Alonso. - A pleasure.

Your press conference was great, but we'd like to get a broader view.

About you, your family...

I'd rather keep my wife away from this.

I understand, but...

Is there any chance to get a more personal interview?

More personal? Sounds good. But on one condition.

- Yes? - Don't act so formal.

Okay.

Tomorrow at one in the Capote. Join me for an aperitif.

- A glass of wine, Mr. Eulogio? - No, thanks.

- Can I have your autograph? - Sure.

- Thanks a lot. - What's your name?

Jesús Méndez, but everyone calls me Pacino.

- Italian? - So they say.

Eulogio, dear, we need to talk.

I told you to quit smoking.

- What a woman! - She is the producer's wife.

Sorry.

- Please. I'll take care of it. - Great.

- Thanks. - Thank you.

- Guess what I've got. - Beautiful eyes.

My eyes are further up.

Look what I brought for you.

Three invitations for Franco's reception.

- I don't know how to thank you. - I do.

LOVE AND FATHERLAND

Your secret is safe with me. Don't leave.

I must go. But I will return.

Because I love you. And for Spain.

Cut!

More energy, Romero!

When? When I say "I love you"?

No, man. When you say "Spain"!

- First line! - Silence!

Action!

Your secret is safe with me. Don't leave.

I must go. But I will return.

Because I love you.

And for Spain!

Perfect! Let's get sandwiches!

Let's stop for lunch. We'll be back in an hour.

Great film, huh? Nuanced, historically accurate...

- He's Julián. - We'll soon know.

Here's his DNA and a writing sample. Now we just wait.

- You're like Columbo. - Off to the brothel I go.

- What? - To take this to the Ministry.

- Okay. - See you.

I don't need any results. It's him.

A white wine, please.

Hi.

Sorry if I'm rude. People might believe you're a whore.

There are many like that. Women never sit alone at the bar.

- Same as always, Mr. Romero? - Yes.

You must be a great journalist. Or you must have great contacts.

I never met a female journalist.

I could be a better journalist than many men.

- Shall we sit? - Yes.

Well...

What did you want to ask me?

Why did you join the Blue Division?

To defend Christianity against communism.

I'd rather not talk about the past. I lost people I loved dearly.

We lost, Eulogio. We lost.

Luis, my friend!

- How are you? - How are you?

This is Luis García Berlanga. This is Irene.

Nice to meet you. Irene Larra. I'm a journalist.

Nobody is perfect. You look great otherwise.

Did you think about what I told you?

Making films? No, thanks. Two degrees are enough.

I'd rather be a writer. I'm not bad at it.

I won the Luis Fuster prize.

Congratulations!

For my article Spring Sketches. It's about the Blue Division.

RUSSIAN FRONT, 1942

We shouldn't waste bullets.

This cold would kill them anyway.

Turn around!

Turn around, pigs!

Luis... Luis!

You're talking to our regiment's best sniper.

I'd be pushing up the daisies if it wasn't for him.

I have to go. See you soon.

- Nice to meet you. - Nice to meet you.

- Think about making films. - No way...

- What did he say? - "See you later" in Russian.

- Were you a sniper? - Yes.

Did you kill people?

Of course. Too many. But I also saved many of my people.

Now you know about my past. Anything else?

I'm sorry to insist, but I'd love to interview your wife.

I won't ask any awkward questions.

Okay. I'll tell her.

But you better keep your promise.

- No awkward questions. - I promise.

- Thank you. - Thanks.

He is Julián.

The writing sample confirms it. But the DNA would have been enough.

Yes, it cost an arm and a leg.

- He's Julián, but he doesn't know. - This is the devil's work.

- The Battle of Teruel holds the key. - I was there with him.

Eulogio Romero, too.

By the way, where is Pacino?

I told him to keep an eye on Julián.

Good afternoon.

Both Eulogio Romero and Julián were in the Republican trenches.

Why does the regime allow him such popularity?

That's why he joined the Blue Division.

Some volunteered to fight communism,

some cleared their names by fighting in Russia.

Right. Berlanga volunteered to prevent reprisals.

His father was the Republican civil governor of Valencia.

Pacino sent me some pictures.

I can't believe it.

They're Pedro Corral, Miguel... I can't remember his surname,

and Carlos Munuera.

You seem to know them well.

Not many of us fought the regime right after the war ended.

Lola, you're joining the mission.

Hey! About time, man!

Thanks.

- Lola? Why are you here? - Change of plans.

The men from the picture, with Eulogio... here...

...they're Republicans who fought Franco.

Lola knows them well.

- I'll meet one of them tomorrow. - I'll go with you.

No, Pacino. I have to meet him alone.

- It could be dangerous. - She will go alone.

- Get another room. We need to rest. - Yes, boss.

- I'll go with you. Thanks, Irene. - No problem.

She will go alone. But I want you to watch her from a distance.

Okay.

No!

Are you alright?

Yes. Don't worry.

Remember, they'll come to interview you this morning.

Why are you here? I thought you were in France.

I am wherever I am needed.

You look beautiful. As always.

Shit, they really knew each other.

I need to talk to you.

There is a spy amongst you.

You know us all. There isn't.

I don't know Eulogio Romero.

- How did you find out? - He is everywhere in the news.

They saw you with him at the Victoria.

I'd put my life on the line for Eulogio.

I wouldn't.

What is your goal?

Killing Franco.

Very well. That was the last picture.

- Thanks. I'll put him in his crib. - Of course.

That is weird.

He doesn't show affection for her. He doesn't even touch her.

I see you are an expert in matters of love now.

I've been catching up. I watch a lot of soap operas.

You learn a lot.

- Beautiful pictures. - Thank you.

I know you wanted to interview me, but I don't have much to say.

- I have to take my son to my mother. - We won't be long.

How is your life with Eulogio?

Wonderful. I have a beautiful son and a perfect husband.

- What else could I ask for? - Very well.

- How did you two meet? - When I became a widow.

I was alone with the baby. Eulogio took care of us.

Not every woman can say that after the war.

I'd love to keep talking to you, but I can't. Seriously.

- Thank you for your time. - Thank you.

- See you. - Goodbye.

They want to kill Franco?

- They're brave. - More like suicidal.

That totally changes our mission.

They could spare us 40 years of dictatorship.

You know that.

What I know is not important.

This Ministry is in charge of keeping history as it is.

- But sometimes history... - Lola!

History is what it is. Period.

What about Julián?

I insist. Franco must not die. That is our mission.

- Fucking Ministry! - Calm down, Lola.

I can't and I don't want to.

Even if it hurts, we have to follow the rules.

You broke them many times. Just like your hero, Serpico.

And I learned not to mix my personal life with my duties.

Did you follow me?

Irene's orders.

Did you see me kiss him?

I guess it was necessary.

You can't just shake your lover's hand.

Do you understand? He would suspect.

We met after the war ended.

Every time I went to Madrid, we were together.

And yes, we fucked like rabbits.

It was the only way to forget about the misery around us

and the fear of getting killed the following day.

- I'm sorry. - History is what it is.

"The fight for justice against corruption is never easy.

"It never has been and never will be.

"It exacts a toll on our self, our friends and our families."

You know Serpico's lines?

How couldn't I? You made me watch the film six times.

How do you intend to sneak a gun into the palace?

It's better if you don't know some things.

- Let me talk to him. - All yours.

Who is this?

What is she doing here?

I'm making sure you don't get killed.

We can trust her. She helped the French Resistance.

We think someone ratted you out.

Do you suspect me?

You volunteered in the Blue Division.

It was the only way to start anew in Spain.

I spent years in prison waiting to be executed.

But you're an actor now. Right?

Success awaits you. Money softens people up.

I'll say it so you understand.

I lost everything, so I have nothing to win.

My wife and children died during an air raid.

My best friends died in jail or in Russia.

Every goddamned night, I see their faces again.

Now, tell me. Do you still doubt me?

Shit...

Would you like a melon?

- How much? - Very cheap.

Drop it in there.

Here you go.

No, keep it. Come on.

Interrogate them.

Who are they?

This is Irene. And...

What is your name, rat?

Alonso de Entrerríos.

Fuck!

They say they're journalists. But they're spies.

How do you know?

I set a trap for them and they fell right in.

- You wretch! - Shit!

Carlos!

The most sensible thing to do is to abort tomorrow's plan.

Let's find out what they know first.

Go back home.

They got Irene and Alonso. I'm going in.

No! Don't get involved.

Remember the mission. We have to save Franco.

That's more important than Julián and the rest.

- But boss! - Do not get involved!

Fuck!

- What do you know? - Nothing.

You're making a mistake. We are not secret police.

Liar!

You won't talk?

No, Carlos.

Two hostages will be useful if things get messy.

I want to go with you tomorrow.

No. It's too dangerous.

I'm going.

"The fight for justice against corruption is never easy.

"It never has been and never will be.

"It exacts a toll on our self, our family and our friends,

"and especially on our children.

"In the end, the price we pay is worth holding on to our dignity."

What a comeback for the Ministry.

Lola will find a way to solve this.

Can we trust her?

He stopped them from killing us.

Shit, my nails are all greasy.

I'm sure they don't invite mechanics to those parties.

Where is the tobacco?

On the table.

They'd suspect me if I don't spend the night here.

Tomorrow at noon, only Pedro and Miguel will be there.

You'll be able to rescue Irene and Alonso then.

- Come to bed. - Okay.

They'll pick you up in an hour.

Why can't we wait for you?

The sooner you get to Córdoba, the better.

You are in danger here, regardless of the outcome.

Thank you for all you've done for us.

Be happy.

- Mr. Alfonso Villalobos. - Welcome.

His wife, Mrs. Carmen de los Ríos.

Welcome.

Mr. Augusto Urrutia.

- Welcome. - Your Excellency.

His wife, Mrs. Cristina Maldonado.

- Welcome. - Thank you, your Excellency.

- You look very elegant. - Thank you, Madam.

Your necklace is beautiful.

What's a woman without necklaces?

We got in. I'm not sure if we'll get out.

Don't worry. We'll get out.

Mr. Eulogio Romero.

- Welcome. - Thank you.

He is the star of Love and Fatherland.

I heard your performance is outstanding.

You perfectly capture the gallantry of the Spanish soldier

and the love for Spain.

I hope I won't disappoint you, sir.

My husband is a film lover.

He wrote the script for Raza. He's humble, so he used a pseudonym.

It is not humility, Carmen.

If I had used my real name, people would think I'm a writer

instead of a ruler.

Let's keep talking later.

Where are they?

Come with me. I would like to speak in private.

I've been thinking about a new film.

- Did you think of a title? - Raza Two.

That way, people will know that it is a sequel.

Audiences are not very smart.

Of course. Where would the movie take place?

During the Civil War, again?

No.

There are too many Civil War movies.

I prefer an international setting.

I want to tell the feats of a hero at the Russian front.

- I fought with the Blue Division. - I know.

I am informed about everything.

No. Not about everything.

About everything.

What kind of soldier doesn't check if his gun is loaded?

It is the first thing I do, I assure you.

- You can't be left alone. - Or in bad company.

Eulogio...

Guards!

Son of a bitch...

Good job.

I'm going hunting. These ceremonies bore me.

After you take care of that, one of you go back to the party.

What would I do without my doubles?

Surprise!

What do you want from me? I won't talk, you motherfuckers.

We are glad to have you back.

Back?

- Eat, Julián. You are so skinny. - My name is not Julián.

- What is this place? - Your workplace.

Before you disappeared in the Battle of Teruel, 1937.

It is the year 2020.

This is your time, not 1943.

- Are you kidding me? - You tried to kill Franco.

His Excellency, the head of state...

But the dictator died in his bed.

...receiving a last affectionate tribute.

The pain was visible...

What is this? It can't be.

We just want you to remember.

The problem is he has nothing to remember.

Do you remember the date of your wedding day

or your children's birthdays?

Lies. Lies.

- Try to remember. - All lies.

- Calm down, Julián. - My name is not Julián!

- I want to leave. - Where are you going? Stop him.

- What the fuck do you want from me? - Nothing!

- Calm down. It's okay. - Let me go!

- Get off me! I want to leave! - Calm down.

- Everything will be fine. - Let me go!

Let me go, you bastards!

Let me go!

No wonder Amelia doesn't want to come back.

There is only pain and grief in here.

- Come on. Have a beer with us. - Thanks.

No. I'm going home.

I thought I'd never see Blanca and Elena again.

Okay, but let's meet again soon. Not once every three years.

Why don't you two come for dinner? As a couple.

- See you. - Bye.

Damn. Is it that obvious?

Yes, Pacino, it is.

And that's not good for our work.

Look.

I think we should give it some time.

We have enough of that in here.

Look at this, sweetie. Look!

I knew you would be back.

Why didn't you hide, then?

I know you.

You would find me, sooner or later.

Can I finish my cigarette?

Why did you do it?

I... I don't know...

I couldn't go back to jail. I...

Just one question...

Yes. I have loved you. A lot.

Stop! Don't take another step!

Where are we?

Shit! And they say it's cold in Burgos!

- Stop! - Don't you recognize me, Julián?

Who are you?

It's me, Federico.

Federico, Julián.

That's so cool.

Someone close to Philip IV is about to change history. We must stop it.

She looks pretty with that omelet!

Yes. Pretty and anachronistic.

- We could leave her at the day care. - It's like a cell for little people.

I met a childhood friend. He's an actor now.

He's starring in Almodóvar's next film, Labyrinth of Passion.

If Banderas doesn't do it, Almodóvar will lose his main actor.

Do you want us to set up a daycare?

It's not that weird. Work-life ballast.

Balance, Alonso. Work-life balance.

- Well, well. Look who is there. - Is he Almodóvar? Really?

Good evening, ladies.

I see a lot of bitches from here. I love it.

Let's start with the first couple.

Now, for ten ducats,

name some comedies by our blighted Lope de Vega.

For example, The Stupid Lady.

Three, two, one... answer!

She turned the palace into a quiz show.

What the devil are you talking about?

You have the face of an actor.

Me, an actor? No way!

- Yes, yes. - No, no, no.