Original subtitles

What a bummer, I lost.

Damn weak horse.

Which won, sweetheart? This one?

- Seven? - Seven!

- Seven! - Seven!

You won? You won!

I told you, all I need is some luck.

I'll give it to you, and I'll tell you how.

You're so sweet, you deserve better.

Fernando says, "Super" He'll call later.

Here, collect this for the girl.

You're lucky.

Let yourself go.

Loosen your body.

Close your eyes.

Alma, life has so much to offer you.

Money...

Love...

What are you thinking about?

About what you're saying.

I'm dreaming.

Here is where the dream comes true.

Thanks.

- Was your dinner good? - Yes, it was delicious.

I want to tell you something but don't laugh.

I've never been in such an elegant place before.

These are the kind of places you deserve.

Not that awful neighborhood where you live.

But, that's my world.

A girl like you can aspire to much more.

Like what?

You could be a model.

A film star...

Something big.

You know about those things?

Here's my card.

Call me any time.

Won't we see each other any more?

We can see each other as often as you like.

What's important is that you never lose trust in me.

No, Jose Luis, not at all.

You've been so good to me.

Cheers!

To your beauty.

Cheers!

Going out again?

With Maru, Mom.

A letter from Abel arrived this morning.

Ever since Fidel died...

...I've been thinking a lot about you and Abel.

You hated him.

I can be very foolish.

Abel is the best man for you. Really.

Not some old rich guy.

Or a swinger like the one you've been seeing.

A good man. Someone who loves you...

Mom, I'll be home late. Don't wait up.

You live here with your parents?

No, I live alone.

In this huge house?

Only in part of it really. In my apartment.

The rest of it I share with friends.

I'll open it.

This is my little empire.

A place awaiting a queen.

What are those noises?

My friends.

Real party people.

Yes!

What's the matter?

No, I'm busy.

Yes, so tell me.

What else?

That's a shitty thing to do!

No, I didn't order that!

A lot of passion, isn't it?

Curiosity killed the cat.

This is not a decent house, Jose Luis.

Alma, you're all that matters to me.

This is a whorehouse.

No, Alma, you're wrong.

Whores are butterflies who work in the streets.

Hookers screw in cheap hotels.

You know them, they're from your part of town.

The women of this house are called courtesans.

They are elegant ladies.

They have experience, they have money, clothes, cars.

They own homes.

They have position.

You deceived me, fucker!

You deceived me!

You shameless bastard, you lied to me, fucker!

You're here of your own free will.

Because you want me, honey.

Let me go!

- You can leave any time. - Well then, right now!

The chauffeur downstairs, can give you a ride.

I don't need him.

You'll be back, Alma.

Never!

Never!

You know the world I offer you is marvelous.

What an hour to come home? My heart's been in my throat!

Girl! Answer me, child!

I'm not picking in the fiields any more. It was awful.

A countryman got me a job at a barbershop.

They tried me out, and they liked my work.

I should make good money to come back and marry you.

That's all I think about.

Marrying you and loving you very much.

My whole life long.

In my room at nights, I spend hours looking at your photo...

...thinking you love me too, and that you'll wait.

Alma!

Almita, are you coming to mass?

- No! - No!

I'm so glad to see you here.

Young people no longer stop by church.

It's so comforting.

God gives us such peace when we visit Him.

Come in.

- Are you a virgin? - No.

Mrs. Cata...

Mrs. Cata, what happened?

I searched the Red Cross, the police station, Maru's...

And her friends too...

Nobody knows a thing.

I made some calls too.

Guicho knows a policeman. Maybe he can help.

It's been two days, Susanita.

I just don't know who else to ask.

I'll lead with the Double Six.

The Duke of Veragua.

Damn!

I'll play my double.

Those who double on the first move...

The Triple.

The Triple? Double for the Triple.

- This is a game for mutes. - I didn't say anything.

Now you only owe me for last month.

I told you I'll give it to you next week.

Fine, Mrs. Flor. But, please no later than that.

- No. - Bye.

Mrs. Cata!

Not this month. You'll have to wait.

It's not about the rent, don't worry.

I want to talk to you. It's something personal.

Alright, tell me.

- I'm embarrassed to tell you. - Why?

I've had such strange dreams.

- Like nightmares? - Nothing like that.

I dream about a man who is pursuing me.

He looks me over. Then, he touches me.

Does it mean anything?

I don't know. I'd have to ask the cards.

Do you think the cards can help me?

The cards will reveal all.

Is it expensive?

May I?

Let's see... Two sessions.

One month of rent.

No, Mrs. Cata, it's too expensive.

Oh, for God's sake.

Could we do it now?

Surely, Susanita.

Feel free, come in.

The place is a mess, but make yourself at home.

For me... for me...

For my house... for my house...

And for what may happen. And for what may happen.

Alright!

Again, let's see your left hand.

- I'm very nervous, Mrs. Cata. - You have to relax, concentrate.

Love keeps no secrets from the cards.

Don't cross your legs, Susanita.

- Do you mind if I smoke? - Not at all, Mrs. Cata.

Alright, let's see what we have here.

Of course, the Ace of Coins, very important, a good sign.

It means good fortune.

The Horse of Swords. A man approaching you at a gallop.

Are you a Virgo, Susanita?

You know never married, but when was younger...

...well, the boy from the dry cleaners and I...

- When is your birthday? - June 8.

Gemini! Of course.

See how the Ace of Coins shines upon the Horse.

- Did you see? - Yes.

What does the Joker mean?

It's not a Joker, it's the Jack of Clubs. A good sign.

And, the King to complete the good omens.

It's very clear. Very clear.

There is a man about to appear in you life.

With good intentions?

With passionate intentions.

- Oh, Mrs. Cata. - You'll see, I'm not lying.

Son of a bitch! Fucking water tank!

What's the matter, Chava?

"What's the matter? There not a single drop of water!

If you want to wash up, I have a shower at my place.

Feel free to use it.

If I don't have water, you don't either, right?

Right.

Listen, Chava.

What?

Who are you for?

What do you mean?

Which soccer team? America or Guadalajara?

Someone gave me two tickets for the classic game.

Would you like to come with me?

I have to work at my dad's bar.

Too bad.

Maybe next time.

- Hey Chava! - What is it?

Haven't your admirers told you how handsome you've become?

- Oh, come on. - No, really.

You fucking pig!

Oh, you horny woman! That's how I like you.

- I'll tell Macario, asshole! - Tell him.

If God knows, might as well tell everyone else.

I'll turn you in to the police. I'll tell them about you.

You'll be mine, even if you don't want to, honey.

- I'll put you in jail, asshole. - Get mad, it turns me on.

Fuck you!

Drop dead you son of a bitch. Get out of here, asshole!

The answer to your question is... yes.

The tarot tells me the same thing.

A man is just about to come into your life.

- Could it be true? - The cards don't lie.

Fine, if you give me my rent receipt, we'll be even.

Of course, it's right here.

- Listen, Mrs. Cata... - Yes?

Could it be Chava?

- Who? - Chava, Mr. Ru's son.

I just feel he looks at me with a certain passion.

He's so low-class. All he thinks about is going to U. S.

I hope he does, and that he takes that barber...

...who's always sniffing after Almita.

How does one find a man?

Well, leave it to fate.

And if fate takes too long?

I'm not a young woman.

Well, a magic prince isn't in a hurry.

The truth is...

...Chava looks a lot like the man in my dreams.

I wouldn't know.

- Bye, Mrs. Cata. - Okay, Susanita.

- Take care. - Thank you.

- You're twenty pesos short. - The cop raised the payoff.

Are you trying to fool me? I own that fucking cop.

The mayor doesn't want fire-eaters in the street.

Pay your fee or you don't work my territory again! Heard me?

Now, I got nothing.

Then get to work. Look, here's the kid.

No, he looks too healthy. Don't feed him till you're...

...done working. Make him hungry so people feel pity for him.

This shawl has to be filthy.

This is serious work, professional. Understood?

I told you to change the shawl.

It gets worse every day. Look, only 150 pesos.

Who is it? Chava!

Please!

You have to save my life! I'm begging you.

I heard your father is looking for you. He's furious, Chava.

I have to go to Tijuana, but I'm broke.

- I have no one. Please. - What happened?

Don't ask. I'll pay you back It's a matter of life or death.

How much do you need?

3000 pesos.

- New pesos? - Please, Susanita.

- I'll pay you back double. - I don't have that much.

I'll do whatever you like, anything.

Alright, Chava. Let me see.

Damn cold.

Shit! This bar isn't profitable anymore. I'll close it.

We paid the beer and two months of gas.

Hold it.

These totals are wrong. We're 200 pesos short.

Do you think I'm an idiot or what?

Look here, stupid, this should be seven, not five.

You didn't think I'd notice, right? Always the same shit.

There must be a mistake, Mr. Ru.

Mistake? So where do you have the cash, asshole?

Wait, sir. Something happened.

You're robbing me, Guicho. I've known it all along.

You can deduct it from my paycheck, Mr. Rutilio.

Of course I will, jackass! What did you think?

And if I catch you again, I'll put you in jail.

Now, get out! You abandoned the bar!

No, I didn't. My cousin stayed.

What!

My cousin.

He's worse than you. Get out, and leave that!

- How will I finish? - I don't give a shit how.

Now, get out!

Stupid!

My God!

Watch where you're going. Don't you have eyes?

Look at my flowerpot.

- I'm sorry. I'll pay for it. - I just bought it.

Where did you get hurt? Silly.

Let me help you.

Don't be stubborn. Can't you see you can't walk?

What a mess!

Alright, sit down.

I'll take your shoes off, so you put your feet up.

- I'll pay for it, lady. - That doesn't matter now.

- It hurts a lot? - Yeah.

- I'll give you a massage. - Don't bother.

Take off your pants.

Tell me if it hurts.

Yes. Just a little.

Does your leg hurt too?

A little.

Is that any better?

Here, bend it a bit.

How old are you?

Twenty-six.

So young.

Do you feel any better?

Yes.

A lot.

I'd never been in Mr. Ru's bar before.

Do you like it?

I like knowing where you work.

I'm almost done, Susanita.

Hey, Guicho, don't call me Susanita.

Susana...

...makes me feel more of a woman.

I'll finish up.

- Do you always close this early? - No.

I told the clients I was going to fumigate...

...so I ran them out early.

To see me?

I'm wearing a new dress.

Where will you take me dancing?

Right here.

How original.

Yes, isn't it?

Do you like me, Guicho?

If anything about me bothers you, let me know.

Well, your teeth.

Who would Mr. Fidel have left all his money to?

To his children.

Poor Almita. But she's going out with some boy, right?

Those beatings Mrs. Flor gives Macario are really...

Open wide, Susanita.

Just look at your teeth.

Your mouth is a mess.

When will my new teeth be ready, Doc?

When do you need them?

- For my wedding. - When is it?

As soon as Guicho's parents arrive from Guaymas.

In about a month and a half. - That long?

Hold on. Rinse!

Hello? Yes, it's me.

Zacarias! Glad you called. I need to speak with you.

Things are getting too hot.

I'll see you there. Don't let me down.

Will my teeth be fine, Doc?

You'll look like a film star, Susanita.

What do you see in Susanita? She's so ugly.

- But she's very nice. - She's real crazy.

Watch she doesn't die like Fidel.

- Don't worry, Mr. Ru. - I'm just saying.

So will you keep working for me?

Sure, Mr. Ru. As long as you don't mind.

Why would I mind, man?

Didn't I show you the business? You're my right hand, right?

Thank you, Mr. Ru.

And you're getting nice and soft.

- It's about time. - What's up, Mr. Ru?

Nothing yet... but it will.

- What did that cop tell you? - It's getting hot.

There are a lot of claims against us.

- What? - Beat it!

Damn you, Guicho, get out of here!

The investigation comes from the top, asshole.

That ass wants more money. How much did he ask for?

Double.

Shit, we'll just have to pay him to lay off of us.

Don't you think the snitch could be the fire-eater?

Thatjerk doesn't have the balls.

That fucking bitch.

What? What?

Fucking Zacarias, I think you know something.

Don't play dumb.

Long live the bride and groom!

A kiss! A kiss!

How about a dance, Florecita?

Get away from me, or I'll spit on you, asshole.

- Let's leave. - It's the cops, run for it, man!

Freeze, assholes!

THE RETURN

BARBER SHOP FOR SALE

FOR LEASE

Isn't that Chava?

Hi, Chava! What a surprise!

Where have you been hiding? Need a hand?

Leave them there, pal. How's it going?

- How much do I owe you? - Fourty-five.

What's up, Mr. Macario? How's the meat business?

This is my wife and my little son.

- See you later. - Sure.

Hi!

Chava, my son!

Come, let's go with my mom.

Chava, my son.

I'm so happy to see you.

- How are you? - Fine, son.

Mom, this is Tina. And Rutilito.

I'm a grandmother, Cata!

The first year was tough.

And then we began to make our way.

I even had a job in San Diego.

But the damn border patrol sent us back.

I tried to cross a few times but the gringos make it hard.

So, we just hang around the border with no money.

Didn't Abel go with you?

We split up after a while. He took off to Houston.

He disappeared.

Almita disappeared too.

Almita, really?

Yes, she did.

A lot has gone on since you left.

I got married.

You, married, Susanita?

That's great! I thought something was different.

- Those aren't your teeth. - No, they're new.

- They look very good. - Thank you.

This child has to rest now.

Take him to my room, Mom.

Go with her, Tina. Don't be afraid. We'll live here.

No, Chava. First you have to speak to your father.

Why? He can't still be mad.

No more dominoes?

No way.

Fidel died.

Zacarias and Doc are in jail.

And the poet hasn't been around here since you left.

Guess what? I got married.

- With who? - With Susanita.

You married Susanita!

She got you young and stupid.

Stupid maybe...

...but now I'm your father's right hand man.

Careful! Your father.

Dad...

I'm back, Dad.

I brought you a whiskey. Your favorite kind.

This was Abel's room. Remember?

It's very dirty, but you can stay until you find something better.

- Thank you. - It smells really bad, Chava.

Don't give me a hard time, dammit!

I'll show my dad, I can make it without his help.

Get settled, I'll let you be.

Excuse me.

Don't screw me up!

Susanita! Susanita!

I haven't yet thanked you for treating us so well.

And don't think I've forgot the money you lent me.

I'll pay you every last cent as son as I can.

Forget it, Chava.

- You already paid me. - No, Susanita.

You opened love's doors to me.

Thank you, Susanita.

What are you doing here?

I don't want you in my house. Out! Dammit!

What a lack of respect. This is all I needed.

What's this racket?

Old nag! I said I didn't want to see your fucking son...

...or his bitch here. - Shut up! You'll wake the baby.

Get that scum out or I'll toss it into the trash.

Rutilio, how dare you be so shameful!

You'll see!

You have a... very nasty grandfather.

Look, Rutilio, his nose and forehead are just like yours.

- Lies. - Yes, it's true.

Rutilito.

Know what they named him?

Rutilio.

Rutilio?

Rutilio?

Hold him, don't be afraid.

What a beautiful boy.

Chava, congratulations! You did well.

- Give him to me. - What a boy you have.

- Give him to me! - Leave him.

- You don't want me here. - You'll hurt him.

- Chava, please. - I'm his grandfather, Chava.

Give it to him, Chava.

Mrs. Cata?

Mrs. Cata?

Looking for Mrs. Cata?

No one's there.

She'll be back tonight.

Do you want to leave a message?

I know you.

Aren't you Alma's friend?

What do you know about her?

Nothing.

I just came by to visit Mrs. Cata.

- Well... - Don't you remember me?

I'm Chava, Abel's friend.

We met at the bar.

Yes I remember. Alright, I'm leaving.

- I'll go with you. - I can find my way out.

I'll be right back. Take the suitcase.

It can't miss.

With this potion our lady Saint Anne got pregnant.

She was an old lady.

Who?

Our lady Saint Anne, the Holy Virgin's mother.

It won't make me sick like the other one?

No. It's the results that count.

Drink it all down.

- Susanita, a serenade! - It's very bitter.

Mrs. Cata, I came back.

Susanita, I came back.

Tell Alma to come out.

Oh, Abelito.

- What do I tell him? - Tell him.

Oh, Abelito... Alma... disappeared.

This pot is great, buddy. Have some.

What a bitch! How can she say she just dissapeared?

For a daughter, you'd even look in hell.

Chill out. She looked for her. I swear, she did.

Sure, I can tell.

How did it go for you on the other side?

Like shit.

Well, at least you earned good money.

Don't break my ass!

All I want is to find Alma. Don't mess with me.

Where is she? Where do I look for her?

Maybe she had an accident. Maybe she's dead.

She's not dead. No way.

What?

How do you know? Wait. How do you know?

- Do you remember Maru? - Who?

Maru, Alma's friend, asshole.

I ran into her one day. You can imagine.

Don't go, Chava! What did she say? What?

You won't like it, Abel. Forget that woman.

Why won't I like it? Why?

What do you know?

She became a whore, asshole!

A professional whore, man.

Shit, I said you weren't going to like it.

So I told Doc...

The first thing we do when we get out of this filthy jail...

...is have a round of dominoes with our buddies.

Nobody inside played?

Inside, there's only time to break your ass.

How would Amado Nervous put it, Ubaldo?

"I only found the long nights Of my pain ".

"You hadn't promised me nights of fun and game ".

Fun and games from now on, we're all together again.

You're here now. I guess Mr. Ru forgave you.

You must be getting it on with him.

"I loved, I was loved. The sun caressed my face ".

Shit, poet, you never change.

What's the matter with the barber?

He's so drunk, he doesn't know his name.

No, he suffers from love.

Whores. Whores!

My woman too, to tell you the truth.

And you know with who?

With that idiot I put in jail, and who's back out again.

She betrayed me.

When I loved her most, she betrayed me.

Get Abel out, he's too drunk. Hurry up!

Abel, let's go, buddy. Come on now.

Look at yourself.

You knew, man, and you didn't tell me.

- It hurts seeing you like this. - You're a good friend.

That's enough, asshole.

You know...

You know, Chava.

Don't be so thick-headed, I don't know anything.

Even if she is a whore...

I want to see her.

She has to tell me face to face.

I'll come back tomorrow when you're sober.

No, don't leave, man. Help me!

Take me to where she is.

When you went to Tijuana, I stood up for you.

I went with you because you asked me.

It won't do any good to see her. You'll only feel worse.

Listen everyone. This is boring, very sad.

Kika and Beba are going to do a little number...

...dedicated to all the handsome gents here tonight.

Alright, action!

Lucia, what will you play?

Everybody, get happy!

Damn, man, look at that ass. I would screw her.

There you go, Colombia's finest.

So, are we going to dance tonight?

What are you doing here?

Sit down, we can talk here.

Why did you do this to me?

Answer me!

You left when I needed you most.

So, it was easier for you to become a whore?

No, it wasn't easy.

I was silly, blind.

But I love you so much, Abel.

I've always loved you.

Sure, I can see that.

You don't understand.

What don't I understand?

What life is all about.

Or, like Mom says, "Destiny".

I worked like a mule to earn some money.

To return for you.

To...

...marry you.

You promised you'd wait.

I remember very well.

I was always thinking about you too.

Every day.

Every hour.

What are you doing here?

Who is this fucker, Karina?

- He's a friend, Jose Luis. - A friend of yours?

Well, he can't be here. To�o.

Get the shit out of here!

- Please, Jose Luis. - Wait, Abel!

This whore belongs to me, asshole!

Please go, Abel.

- I didn't hear you, shit head! - Leave, Abel.

Bitch, you don't have friends.

You don't have anything.

Nothing.

You have no clothes, nor earrings.

You have no name, Karina, you idiot.

You hear me?

Look at me.

You don't have friends, nor family. You have nothing.

You only have me. Jose Luis.

Jose Luis is all you have.

We already talked about this. It's not the first time.

You've been stealing from me since we got married.

My mother required an operation. I needed money.

Why didn't you ask?

I thought I could pay you back from my savings.

I don't believe you, Guicho.

I don't believe you at all. You'd better leave here.

Here, here it is.

You're shameful. Get out! Get out!

You've never understood anything. You're a pig!

I'm sorry.

Leave!

Don't be so hard.

Don't be so hard!

Yes...

What's up, man? I came for you.

Maru is having a party at her house.

It's late, but we may still get there in time.

You need a distraction, man. Forget all that.

I can't.

Where are you going?

Don't tell me you're going to see that bitch.

Are you nuts? What's the matter with you?

Forget her.

Listen to me, as a friend, as a brother.

Then, I'm going with you.

This is my affair, Chava.

All mine.

- No, I've never tried it. - You'll like it.

Abel, no! No!

No, please! I beg you.

Let me have him, boss.

Let me have him, boss.

Chicken shit!

I warned you, asshole!

Nothing happend. Sit down. Calm down.

Take this. Nothing happened. Calm down.

I'm okay, don't worry.

I'll go for a cab.

Don't leave.

Stay awhile.

I'll get you to a hospital, and you'll get better.

So we can get married.

In your white dress, and your bridal veil.

All our neighbors will see us together.

- And they'll see you smile at me - Yes my love.

All of them will see how much you really love me.

- Yes, my love, everyone. - Everyone.

Everyone...

THE END