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Won't you stop reading and play?

Dad, look, I only have 150 pages left.

You've been reading all day.

Don't you want to play a game on my phone?

No, thanks, Dad.

I have an idea. Wouldn't you like to see a movie?

Some other time.

You know, you're big now.

It's time you were interested in other things.

That day, I had a ticket to see Alicia in a play.

Sorry. When I say Alicia, I mean Alicia Bardery.

I never miss her when she's in a film or on stage.

I managed to get a ticket, but for a matinée

in the afternoon.

Bye, Dad.

I took my son back to his mother so I wouldn't be late.

- Is Claire there? - Yes.

Claire, Clément is here.

Coming.

I'll leave you to it. Bye, Clément.

- OK? - Sorry, we're early.

That's OK.

You know that jacket you bought for him?

I... I... I lost it.

Don't worry, I'll buy him another one.

He hasn't done his homework.

Don't worry, we'll do it.

Strange, isn't it?

Pardon?

It's a strange coincidence.

- Coincidence? - It's the 3rd time

that we've sat next to each other.

The 1st time was for "The Doll's House". You were on my right.

The 2nd time was a week ago. I was next to you. I smiled at you.

You were lost in thought.

I don't expect 3 times happens very often.

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome.

To avoid disturbing others,

please make sure your phone is switched off. Thank you.

It's crazy. Every time I see you, it's the same.

You remind me of someone.

Really?

You're the spitting image, but I can't remember who.

But you look just like him.

Maybe someone close?

No.

Maybe a celebrity.

Maybe you're famous?

Not at all.

Or you look like someone famous?

Not that I know of.

Do you mind if I look at you from time to time in case it comes back?

Be my guest.

Thank you. Enjoy the play.

How does love start and end?

I thought that if my love stopped, the world would stop.

But I was wrong.

Nothing stops.

Everything continues.

No-one is bothered I no longer love you.

Not even I am.

Thank you for the good times.

Wait.

You forgot these.

Thanks, but they're not mine.

I didn't see you wearing them, but I thought you dropped them.

Your lookalike may wear glasses. Try them on.

Please.

- They suit you. - Thanks.

I'll hand them in.

Maybe I'll run into you soon.

I'll tell you if I remembered who you look like.

- Do come in. - Thank you.

- Hello. Thomas Tolédo. - Alicia Bardery.

Watch carefully how I do it.

- Can I do it? - Me!

No, just wait... Come in.

Mr. Dussault, the principal wants to see you.

Now?

What have you done?

Did I say you could...?

I'll be right. Oh, Sacha.

He won't be long.

My predecessors.

My photo will be up there one day.

Without a moustache!

Carry on your work. Pretend I'm not here.

I am unable to abstract both.

I could pretend if you wish,

I'm incapable of such abstraction. I can pretend if you wish, but

I can't act well, which is embarrassing, considering your talent.

I used to act in plays though.

Why stop?

My parents made me.

My parents were the same, but I wouldn't listen.

They preferred teaching.

- They didn't have an obedient child. - Yours did.

They're delighted I escaped an insecure, dissolute life.

Here he is.

Mr. Dussault, let me introduce Miss Alicia Bardery.

Hello. Pleased to meet you.

Hello, uh...

Miss Bardery is Jacky Avrard's aunt.

He's staying with her. She needs a private tutor. I thought of you.

What kind of private tuition do you need?

Miss Bardery doesn't need tuition. Jacky does.

Oh, sorry.

- So? - Yes, of course.

You could give me your contact details.

Sure.

Let's write them on some paper.

- Got some paper? - Of course.

- Got a pen? - Yes.

It does not work.

I'm sorry... Oh, thanks.

It's... it's broken.

Try this one.

This one should work.

It works.

Thank you.

See you soon.

Goodbye.

I'll go with you. Can I have an autograph for my mother?

- She'd be delighted. - Sure.

What class!

You can say thanks, 'cause I could've done it.

Your class is waiting.

I'm going, I'm going.

- Should I take my shoes off? - No need, sir.

Please take a seat, sir.

I'll go get Jacky.

Excuse me, I'm sorry...

That's OK.

- Isn't Jacky here? - He's coming.

- Are you well? - Uh... yes.

Thanks for coming.

Were you offered a drink?

Yes, thanks, I'm fine.

- Are you sure? - Yes.

- Do you go to the theater? - Yes, I do.

I'm in a play at the moment.

I can give you some invitations.

Actually...

- You don't have to say yes. - No...

Ah, Jacky.

Hello, sir.

She came between us, but now she's dead.

Between us?

She's nothing now.

- Nothing at all. - It's not true.

I wish... I waited so long for you to come back.

And the day you do, I just feel indifferent.

Since yesterday?

I'd like to turn back the clock.

How does love start and end?

- Think she's seeing someone? - Do you?

- I don't know. - You don't?

No, I don't.

No idea?

No. You see her regularly, you should know.

I haven't seen her with anyone or refer to anyone.

- Maybe I'm wrong. - Sure.

- What's sure? - She must.

You said you had no idea. You do.

- Why are you here? - Sir...

- You punished me. - Go.

I don't think she's seeing anyone.

Copy those sentences.

Sorry, just I wanted to say goodbye.

Sorry, I wanted to talk to you about something...

Yes? Oh, yes, I forgot. His mother's coming back,

so you don't have to come tomorrow.

That's not what I meant.

It's just that...

It may come as a surprise. That's why I'm a bit hesitant.

It's that... I wanted to ask you...

Without wishing to bother you, would you agree to...

I mean... dinner...

I mean, in a restaurant...

Yes, I'd love to.

Is tomorrow OK?

Uh... tomorrow?

- Hey! - Oh, hi, Victor.

- You OK? - Yes.

Hi.

I gotta run. His night things are in here. Don't let him stay up late.

He's at his godfather's now.

- His mother's picking him up... - Don't worry.

I'll show you something.

The book I told you about. You must read it. It's fantastic.

- You booked a restaurant? - Near the theater. I hope it's good.

- Is it a good idea? - Sure! Off you go.

You'll be great.

Excuse me,

I'm meeting Alicia Bardery in her dressing room.

Take the stairs on your way out. 2nd door on the right.

- Thanks. - You're welcome.

Are the dressing rooms that way?

Yes, but you can't go up.

- 'Evening. - Good evening.

I'm meeting Alicia Bardery.

She'll be out in 15 or 20 minutes.

She asked me to meet her.

- You are? - Clément Dussault.

Wait here. I'll ask.

Go on.

You booked a table for 10:30.

It's 10:50. Are you still coming?

Of course. We're running a bit late. We'll be there soon.

OK, we'll be waiting.

Good evening.

- Are you well? - Yes, thanks.

- We're still having dinner? - We can go...

Darling, coming with us?

Not tonight. I'm not up to dinner with you.

You're such a good girl.

- You were great. - Thanks.

You were great, too.

- Join me for dinner. - Not tonight. Tomorrow?

OK. I want you to meet Michel Bernard.

- Michel Bernard? - Come on.

- Be right back. - Alright...

I just want to paraphrase Michel Bernard who said:

"In the theater, you act whereas in films, you acted."

Do you agree?

I'd say so.

When you look at your career, all those films...

See you soon. Goodbye.

Sorry I kept you waiting.

That's OK. I'm in no hurry.

I booked a table at a restaurant near here.

I'll call a taxi.

Maybe we could walk?

- You don't mind? - No.

It's that way.

I saw you in the audience. Thanks for coming back.

- You saw me in the audience? - Yes.

Everyone seems to have liked the play.

Everyone's very polite, regardless.

I always hear the same thing. But it's not unpleasant.

- Did you enjoy it? - Yes, very much.

Really. Please believe me.

I do.

The chef's gone home. I'm sorry.

If you'd said it was you, I'd have made an exception.

But I can do you some ham and cheese if you wish.

- I've put some music on for you. - Thank you.

You're not eating?

I don't like ham and cheese. I didn't want to upset him.

Sorry. Should we go elsewhere?

No, I'm not very hungry.

- Do you like it? - Yes.

He was so nice, I don't want to annoy him by not eating.

Would you mind having some of mine?

No, no.

- Sure? - Yes.

I finish my son's food.

Really?

Thank you.

Thank you.

- You have a boy? - Yes.

- How old? - 10.

He's in Jacky's school, but in a different class.

You abandoned your family tonight?

We separated 3 years ago.

We have joint custody.

- Enjoy. - Thank you.

I really admire what you do.

How so?

You play in front of the toughest audience.

- You must captivate and educate them. - No...

I'm not that good a teacher.

I'm sure you are.

I can see it from your face.

I saw you'd finished, so here's some more.

It's on the house.

- Give me your plate. - No!

I'll force myself.

I insist...

I'm sorry. The salt...

Do you get on with your son's mother?

Yes, I do. She's very kind to me.

She left me for one of my best friends. She feels guilty.

It can't be easy for her either.

Think how they must feel.

I'm so sorry I stained your dress.

It was so funny.

I haven't laughed so much in ages.

Not an ordinary dry-cleaner's.

It is not an ordinary cleaners.

I'm sure he could get the stain out.

Here's my dress.

- What are you reading? - "The Sleeping Woman."

I adore that novel.

Do you like it?

Yes.

"Take me in your arms

before you think why you're doing it."

Don't you love it when the character says that?

It's the first time a character has my psychophysiological particularities.

I too yawn when I'm moved

and fall asleep when I'm upset.

People might think I'm bored, but I'm not always.

I'll go with you.

It's OK. I don't live nearby. It's a long way.

I meant to the door.

Oh, sorry. OK.

Well, goodbye.

Sorry if I'm being indiscreet. Don't feel obliged to answer me.

When you found out about your wife and your friend, how did you react?

I'm not good at spontaneous reactions.

How do you mean?

I've never been able to react naturally.

So, when something emotional happens...

I stand back and look at it as a future memory.

I see.

Like when you leave a loved one, you're not certain to see them again,

you consider the moment as a memory you'll have later.

Yes, that's how I tend to see things.

Interesting...

And is this a memory?

A bit, yes.

I'll try the same thing.

I pretend we'll never meet again?

That's the idea.

Funny...

Goodbye.

Where were we?

Oh, yes.

Goodbye.

We could kiss?

Oh, sorry. When you said "kiss",

you meant on the cheek? I misunderstood.

It doesn't matter.

It's just a memory.

It's so strange...

Someone told me I'd meet you.

I thought it was silly superstition.

It was 3 months ago at a dinner.

I talked to a writer's wife and confided in her.

I was cheated on by my partner, too.

For years, I didn't realize a thing.

Or maybe I just didn't want to realize.

This woman said I'd meet someone soon.

It'd be an unexpected encounter.

Someone who did a different job than me.

Someone very gentle, who can't lie.

She even said he worked

with kids in a charity or something.

Do you think it's serious?

I just don't know.

When I woke up... Well, I couldn't sleep.

I pretended to wake up when she opened her eyes.

I felt she hoped to see me again.

How so?

She said: "See you soon, if you want to."

- She said that? - Yes.

Unless I misheard.

Maybe I distorted her words.

Thomas, what's happening?

I feel like I'm in a dream.

And I don't want to wake up.

But I know it can't last.

Shout, cry, ask me where I was.

She came to my workplace, claiming I'd invested her money.

I knew it was a trick, but she took me back to her apartment.

Barbara, please.

I can't speak to you.

I don't want to.

I'm sorry.

Please.

You're here! Are they for me?

It's not serious.

She means nothing.

I told my best friend about us.

Barbara, can't you see?

I'm like an alcoholic destroyed by alcohol.

The 3 of us could have a drink tonight?

Alright.

He tries...

That's my cue!

What are you asking for? My permission?

Barbara, I'm sorry.

I'm sorry, too. I can't take it lightly,

for I want you as much as you want her.

I think it's great.

I'm glad she met you.

She's not been lucky.

It's good you're not an actor.

It's such an unhealthy world. Heard the line:

"By scorning each other, they try to please others"?

You two are a good balance.

I heard it all.

- To you two. - Thank you.

- Do you like it? - Yes!

See that, Dad? Victor Hugo's complete works.

Hello. Clément Dussault.

- What is it? - It's a nest.

- A nest? - Made by a tropical bird, the weaver.

Perfect for the den.

I'm keeping it! It's mine! Stop it!

- Hello. - Maurice Alain.

Clément Dussault.

- Clément Dussault, hello. - Hello, sir.

I left my phone over there.

I left my phone over there!

I have to answer it.

How are you?

Another's love is what we desire most but can't control.

When it works, everything seems magical, but it's just a happy coincidence.

Don't listen to me. I don't mean you.

I'm glad you're here. I've lost Christie, but found you again.

I love her a lot, but she realized she's not the woman of my dreams.

Since you met Alicia,

I started dreaming of finding the woman of my dreams, too.

Why should you be the only one?

We have school tomorrow. We should go.

No, don't leave me. I don't want to go now.

They aren't for us.

We didn't order them.

They are for you. Those girls over there bought them for you.

That's a sign of fate.

The day I become single.

- Let's thank them. - Wait...

Take your glass and don't make a fuss.

Good evening. Thanks for the drinks.

Come on.

- I'm Virginie. - And I'm Caprice.

I'm Thomas, he's Clément.

How are you? We meet again!

Yes, but I really can't stay.

2 strangers buying us a drink is a rare event.

We were just saying: "Why is it always men who buy girls drinks?"

If we want equality, we have to change those habits.

Very interesting. I feel...

like a woman.

Fascinating.

Let's have a nightcap.

No! You don't suggest the nightcap. You should wait till we offer it.

We'll wait.

Gentlemen, at this time of night, all the bars are shut.

I live nearby, so come home with us.

I don't know. We start early tomorrow.

Just for 5 minutes.

- What do you think? - I must go home...

Just 5 minutes, then.

Let's go.

I'm not going.

No! For once, I'm having fun.

- I won't go home alone. - You go.

If you don't come, it won't be the same.

Sorry for the mess.

It's my servant's day off! Come straight in.

- You won't get lost. - Do show me your residence

and satisfy my curiosity.

How can I refuse such a request? Let's go.

Where should I start?

My boudoir, where I sleep, perchance to dream.

My bookshelf which I particularly like.

The kitchen...

and its stores where I rarely venture.

The guest room!

Room for 2 or maybe more!

Last but not least...

my apartments. If you'd care to step this way.

I'd love to.

Excuse us.

Ice?

No, thanks.

Sorry, there's no other way out.

We can sit down.

You don't live here?

Yes, I do.

I sleep on the sofa, but she's going to work on a cruise.

I'll stay here.

I haven't been in Paris long.

- I'm from Moustier St. Marie. Know it? - No.

It's a very pretty village in the Alps.

You should come visit.

But I can't make it there in acting.

- Ah, you're an actor? - Yes.

You think I don't look like one?

No, that's not what I meant.

I saw you cried during that play.

Oh?

We keep meeting. It must be a sign, mustn't it?

It's chance.

There's no such thing.

I'll read your palm.

Very interesting...

I can't read palms!

Let's play a game.

Guess what I write on your palm.

- Well? - "Door" maybe.

No! I wrote "doe".

I'll look at you with doe-like eyes.

That's just a glimpse of my acting talents.

- Sorry. - No, it's me.

I feel silly.

I'm very flattered.

You are?

Really?

It's just that I'm with someone.

It doesn't matter. I don't mind.

No, but...

You don't like me?

That's not it.

Know what?

I want to kiss you again.

- Oh? - Yes.

It won't go away.

Maybe you should think of something else.

I can't.

If you were single, would you kiss me?

I think so.

You're just being nice.

Not at all.

What if we kissed just once, just like that?

I'd like that.

I promise, I won't bother you again.

Please...

Close your eyes if it makes it easier.

Clément.

- You forgot your phone. - Thanks.

Was it on purpose to see me again?

I didn't want to wake you. And in the dark...

I wasn't asleep.

I didn't want to embarrass you.

I put my number in it

in case you ever want to call me.

I'm very good at odd jobs:

Electricity, plumbing, shelving...

I'll remember that.

- See you very soon, then. - See you soon.

I love you.

I love you.

Sorry to bother you.

I wanted to say that what you saw earlier

was nothing. It's over now.

There's nothing going on with that girl. I don't know her.

So, it'd be a pity to say anything to Alicia.

- Hello. - Hey, it's me.

I have a gift for you.

I can't say what, it's a surprise.

How did you get my number?

When I put my number in your phone, I rang my phone. Clever, huh?

When can I give it to you?

Well, I'm not free.

It's best if I call you back.

Don't call me.

Alright.

I'll wait for your call.

Look who's here.

Oh, no, I don't believe it.

Good luck, Don Juan!

- Hi. - I told you to wait for my call.

How do you know I work here?

Secret! I can be a real detective.

Actually, I couldn't wait to give you your gift.

I hope you like it.

Sorry. I said I was with someone. I don't want to mislead you.

I know.

We can still be friends.

It's a friendly gift. I don't expect anything in return.

It's a citrine. Know it?

It's lucky if you carry it around.

You won't notice at first, but you will after a while.

All your bad luck turns out to be good luck.

Keep it in your pocket.

It makes you more fertile!

Well, thanks.

They're waiting for me. I'm sorry. I have to go.

I understand.

- See you around. - See you.

She's just a kid.

It doesn't matter. You won't see her again.

It's no big deal.

It really gets to me.

I can't pretend. I can't be natural with Alicia.

I feel like a traitor.

I should tell her everything.

Don't do that. Are you crazy?

Her ex already cheated on her.

You told me that.

Imagine the shock if she learns you did, too.

By saying nothing, I'm breaking our trust.

Don't be such a drama queen. Alicia loves you. Everything's OK.

You feel guilty today.

Tomorrow, less so. Next week, you'll be fine.

You think so?

Of course.

Alexandra spoke to me.

- She just gave in her notice. - Really?

It was bizarre. She's found a job near her home and starts tomorrow.

It seems so sudden.

She's worked for me for 4 years.

She didn't say she was looking elsewhere.

She wouldn't tell me where her future employers are.

She was very uneasy.

Isn't it strange?

Yes.

Do you think she's not telling the truth?

I don't know. I don't get it.

I was curt to her the other day. Maybe she took it badly.

I'm worried about her. She raises 3 kids on her own.

3 kids?

I'll phone and have it out with her.

We can't part like this.

Let me talk to you first.

I want you to trust me and for things to be clear between us.

Maybe she left because of me.

You hate me, don't you?

I know it's not your fault.

It's that curse.

With me, men become unfaithful.

It never happened before. I didn't mean to.

I know.

They can't help it.

Something in me must make them change.

Look, Alicia, I haven't changed. I promise.

I trusted you, I don't know why...

You seemed so sincere, so different from most people.

If only you'd told me...

Goodnight.

Has the maid come back?

Alicia phoned her. She was telling the truth.

She really did find a job near her home.

Thomas!

What're you up to?

A friend lives in the neighborhood. That's why I'm here.

I'm with some friends. Do you want to join us?

Sure.

See you tomorrow.

- Which way are you headed? - Home.

I'm taking a taxi. Want to join me?

If you don't mind.

I left a manuscript in the theater.

I have to go get it.

That's OK. I'll head home.

Thanks for a lovely evening.

Funny seeing you there...

I won't be long if you can wait.

I'm in no hurry. I'll wait for you.

Or come in with me.

"To be, or not to be, that is the question."

- Bravo. - Sorry, I didn't see you.

You've made my dream come true.

I'm delighted.

Someone gave me a bottle of brandy.

Care to try it?

Yes, but do you have any glasses?

I know where to find some. Come on.

- Where are we? - In the manager's office.

Breaking in, in the dead of night,

how amusing!

- Well, I was right. - We're spoiled for choice.

I'll put this one down.

Wait, let's try that one.

- Does it smell good? - Not bad.

- What? - I heard a noise.

- Where? - Someone's coming.

It's me. You left a message on my cell, but it was off, so I didn't see it.

I was in the theater, in my office. Where else?

I'm calling you from my work phone.

I had a meeting with the set designer. Call him if you don't believe me.

Stop that. Yes, I'm on my way home.

Sorry.

Tired?

Yes.

I'll go to bed.

My ex-wife and I are very greedy.

I could kill for cheesecake.

So could she. It has to be good,

Thank you. Yes, I could kill for it.

Anyway, what do I say

on my way home? "What if I brightened up

this lousy day with some cake?"

I enter the cake shop. By a stroke of luck,

I get the last slice of cheesecake.

Maybe I wasn't so lucky. When I get home,

my wife who was pregnant said she craved cheesecake

and was going to the cake shop for some.

Clément, help me...

get some wine.

I'm no expert.

Yes, you are. Come on.

No...

Sorry, I thought it'd work.

It feels like kissing a stranger.

It'd be easier with a stranger.

It is normal. It not is myself.

That's only natural. I wasn't myself just then.

I too felt I was a stranger to myself.

I feel more myself now.

I'm sure that if we tried again,

it would be different.

OK, try.

Sorry, it doesn't feel right.

It's too artificial.

I'm not very natural, but...

We should have a trial separation. It's too painful to see me and wait.

No, don't worry. Everything's fine, I assure you.

I beg you, let's not separate.

I'll wait... months, if necessary.

I don't want us to break up.

I love you.

OK.

Let's not go on a break.

I think I love you, too.

I'm sorry I'm not sure, but I think so.

What're you doing here?

I wanted to invite you to our première tonight.

We're putting on a play. I'd like your opinion.

No-one's seen it yet. Your comments may help improve it.

You see a lot of plays. Audience comments are often the best.

You can't come to my workplace just to give me an invitation.

Oh? But... I thought you'd be pleased.

I'm in class. 30 pupils are waiting.

I had no choice. I have to go rehearse.

Caprice!

- Is something wrong? - Indeed it is.

What is it?

This has damaged my relationship.

- She found out? - Yes.

That's why you can't come here.

- I understand. - She might think

we still see each other.

Are you angry with me?

No, I'm angry with myself.

OK... I'm sorry.

I'll go.

Sorry to disturb you.

I can't find the theater money.

I found your invitation,

so I think I gave you the wrong envelope.

They say they'll cancel the show.

Hang on, the envelope's right here. I'll have a look.

The money's in it.

Jump in a taxi. I'll pay you back.

We're 40 minutes away.

- But I... - Please!

Wait for me. I'll be right back.

I can't wait. Get another taxi back.

I'll be 2 minutes, I assure you.

- Are you Clément? - Yes.

Excuse me.

Hi. Are you busy?

No, no.

We're having a break from rehearsals. Everyone's gone out.

- Did you have a good day? - Yes.

Very good, and you?

I worked with Pauline. I thought

we could invite her over.

Yes, good idea.

I'll just ask Pauline.

Are you free for dinner next week?

Let me think. Friday's not possible.

Nor Thursday.

- Wednesday's free. - Wednesday??

Uh, yes.

OK, see you later.

So, what did you have for lunch?

Chicken.

Oh, great.

- See you later? - OK, have a good evening.

Forgive me.

Got the money for the owner?

Yes, I do.

I have to go. I have customers waiting.

I can drive you back.

Well, in that case...

- Keep the change. - OK, thanks, bye.

I put it in my pocket...

I can't remember which one...

- Here. - Thanks.

Let's go.

- After the show. - But...

Come on.

This way.

Off you go. That's it.

Ladies and gentlemen,

thank you all for coming to see our show.

Each performance is followed by a discussion and a drink

with the cast.

We're in the year 17,103.

Today, men are no longer really men

nor are women, women.

Our bodies and genitals have evolved.

My appearance is just a mask

so that you're not horrified or disconcerted.

What we find beautiful

must seem strange to you.

What we find good is unbearable to you.

What does us good seems barbaric to you.

- Barbaric... - unbearable to you.

Much has changed in 15,000 years.

Even love.

- Love... - Love...

The word has been forgotten, as has its meaning.

Maybe the closest word for us

is "intersection".

Here is an intersection.

An intersection isn't necessarily two people, as in your day.

- Here... - Thanks.

Bravo. It was wonderful.

Thanks. I'm sorry about the envelope.

Did you really like it?

No, really.

I had a great time.

I was awful tonight.

Not at all. You were super.

It was captivating.

Science fiction usually takes us into the near future. Never 15,000 years.

Who wrote the play?

Oh, all of us did. It was a collective work.

But the idea came from Jean.

Come and meet him.

This is Clément, a friend.

We met earlier.

Clément loved it.

Well, thank you.

I think it's an extraordinary idea.

I think it'll be very popular.

What counts for us isn't the quantity of people who come but their quality.

One sensitive person is worth 10,000 indifferent people.

Clément knows a lot about theater.

I'm a mere amateur.

My girlfriend works in theater, so of course...

Gradually we achieved...

Jean, can I talk to my friend?

Yes, of course. See you later.

Thanks.

- They're very nice. - Yes, I know.

I'm very lucky. Thanks to the citrine.

I mean, I was unlucky with the envelope, but lucky that you came.

Can I ask you something indiscreet?

You said your girlfriend's in theater. Maybe I know her.

If I ever meet her, I'll try not to make any gaffes.

She's an actor like you.

Alicia Bardery.

No! You're having me on.

You left the theater without her.

I wasn't with her, then.

- Nonsense. - It's true.

Show me a photo of her on your phone, and I'll believe you.

Sorry, I thought you were joking.

Well...

she's great. I adore her.

You're very lucky.

I know.

- Excuse me. - I'm in a hurry.

It's about Clément.

What about Clément?

Clément, your sweetheart.

It's all my fault. It's nothing to do with him.

I was unhappy he wasn't interested in me, so I insisted.

If I'd known he was with you, I wouldn't have.

- Hello, Alicia. - Hello.

I came to see you, because

I'm not proud I put your relationship on the rocks.

How do you know it's on the rocks?

I don't know.

I suppose it is.

I haven't seen Clément again.

Well, I have.

You have?

Clément happened to see a play I was in.

I'm an actor like you. Well...

I'm not as well-known or as good.

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I noticed him, so I went to see him.

He looked so upset, I thought

I should see you to clear up any misunderstanding.

I hope I've been of some help.

In any case...

I'd be very happy to have a sweetheart like him.

It'd be a pity to lose him.

I hardly know him, but...

you feel good with him right away.

He comes across as...

so gentle, so comforting.

It makes you want to hug him

and let yourself go.

Don't look. Go on.

"So fine. When I'm in your arms, I hear my heart beat."

When your lips kiss me, happiness envelops me.

When I'm on your chest, nothing scares me.

When you cuddle me, I don't feel blue.

When you're not there, everything's cold.

Come back soon.

Life is like a meteorite.

It's over in a flash." Laurent Desmet.

Very good.

Now it's time for mathematics.

What?

Kiss me like you kissed that girl.

How do you mean?

I'd be less jealous if I saw how you kissed her.

I don't remember. And I drank a lot that evening.

Try anyway, please.

I can't promise anything.

Thomas! Everything's sorted out with Alicia!

You're not pleased?

That's great.

Thanks for all your patience.

I'll leave you to it.

Excuse me, where's Mr. Dussault's room?

- Just there. - Thank you.

- Hey, you. - Hi, Alicia.

- Are you alright? - Yes, don't worry.

What happened?

I was so happy, I slid down the banister.

So unlucky.

It's only natural. It's the law of compensation.

When you're too lucky, something happens to compensate for it.

It's only a broken leg. It could've been worse.

Want a drink?

Do you want a cold drink, hot chocolate, coffee?

A coffee.

- I'll get it. - Me too.

Clément said you're touring Slovakia.

Moldavia.

6 weeks.

Well, didn't the doctor come?

No, not yet. I don't know if I'm allowed to move.

No coffee?

- Well... - I must've left it at the machine.

I'll go get it.

What happened to you?

Nothing.

Here, I'll help you.

- Alright? - Yes.

What're you doing? Following me?

I have better things to do. I'm giving out flyers.

I deliver pizzas. You must try them. I didn't know you lived here.

- I'll help you. - No, it's OK.

No, it's not. Look. You need a hand.

I'll manage.

Why stop me seeing you? I'm not in love with you.

All I feel is friendship.

Don't be scared.

My relationship's back to normal. I can't risk it.

I need to use the bathroom. Please...

There's no café around here.

It's just that... Alicia is home.

And she didn't help you?

I read that she's away on a shoot.

- Must be worth a fortune. - It's fragile.

Can you put it down, please?

1, 2, 3, 4... What's the point of 4 living rooms?

Aren't I a princess?

Sorry, I'm very busy.

I'll go if my presence is so unbearable.

- I didn't say that. - No, but you implied it.

Having sex once doesn't mean we can't be friends.

It's not the Middle Ages!

There was greater consideration for women!

You want me to go?

Sorry for coming to have a nice chat.

About what?

I don't know. Everything and nothing.

There are lots of topics.

OK, but not for long.

Can I have one?

How's the play?

It ended ages ago.

We rented the hall for 3 nights.

- Did it go well? - Very.

69 people came, 23 paid.

More people came each night.

- That's good. - Yeah.

We were pleased.

The audience was very good.

Very sensitive.

We wanted to carry on, but...

The hall was expensive.

The plaster cast suits you. You look...

elegant. A helpless man is charming.

You want to care for him. Can I help you?

It's OK, thanks.

- When do you go back to school? - On Monday.

In that state?

- What're you doing here? - Your taxi awaits, sir.

- Whose is this? - Secret!

- You have your license? - Secret! Get in.

- See you later. - No need.

Let's go!

Are you OK?

There you are.

Here, this is for you.

What is it?

A manuscript. Well, a play I wrote.

I wanted to write it for ages.

I don't know if it's good. You're the first to read it.

- The very first? - Yes.

Shouldn't Alicia read it first?

No, I'd rather you did.

I don't want to disappoint her. It might be awful.

I'm sure it's great!

It's the first time I'm the first to read a play.

How lucky I am!

I'm the one who's lucky.

Why do you do so much for me?

I'm afraid you're secretly in love with me.

It's not good to love someone when it's unrequited.

Tell me... Should I be worried about it?

I was a bit in love with you when I first met you...

because of what you said.

But now I'm over it and it's OK.

You were in love because of what I said? What did I say?

Well...

When you said you loved me...

It really got to me.

I never said that.

You did.

When you spent the night at my place.

In the middle of the night,

you put your mouth to my ear and...

you said it so tenderly.

I didn't.

You did. I wouldn't make up a thing like that.

I'd rather you'd said nothing.

It was so unsettling.

No-one said it to me before.

I must've been dreaming of Alicia.

You said...

"Caprice, I love you."

"In the seas there is..."

a considerable variety of rather strange animals.

Some are well-known

while others have been discovered very recently...

See that tall woman in red?

She mustn't see me. I didn't know she'd be here.

She's been angry with me for years.

She could make a scene.

Don't look at her or me!

Pretend I'm not here.

Clément told me to come. I didn't know you were back.

We all arrived earlier on. We're having a wrap party.

Know where can I put this?

Come with me.

Why's she still so angry with me?

I left the mother of my children for her.

All she remembers is that I wasn't the man she thought I'd be.

She thought I was a sturdy, resolute man.

That's not me.

I've always been indecisive.

I've always been afraid of losing something.

I want to experience everything, but only experience little bits.

Charming little bits.

It's terrible to be a woman's dream man.

You're sure to disappoint her.

- Did your shoot go well? - Yes.

Did you think of me while I was away?

Why do you ask that?

Yes. I think so.

Me too. I thought about you.

I wondered why.

But now you say you thought of me, it's only natural I did, too.

It's a matter of cause and effect.

I hope...

I didn't bother you too much.

It's just a bit disconcerting when you have to concentrate on your lines.

I wondered if you'd come!

Lots of people have arrived.

You alright?

How are you?

Good.

And you?

OK.

You look wonderful.

Thank you.

Am I entitled to another kiss?

You should've called.

You can't just show up.

Look. I got you both Jerusalem artichokes.

Did you hear me?

You used me, now you want me to get out of your life.

I never tried to use you.

But Alicia doesn't know.

I bought some more.

If you had someone, our friendship would be better balanced.

It'd reassure me.

Why's that?

I'd be less worried things might get out of hand.

You think our friendship might get out of hand?

That's not what I meant.

I'm kind of seeing someone.

Jean who directed the play you saw.

I'm kind of seeing him.

What do you mean, "kind of"?

I don't really love him.

So, why are you with him?

He loves me.

I like him a lot and I like making love to him.

So, we're kind of equal.

No, if you don't love him, we're not really.

Are you jealous?

Not at all. On the contrary.

Can I take a shower?

My water heater's broken. I need a shower.

Alicia will be here...

I could be your mistress!

What do you think?

I know, you like things to be straightforward.

But confusion is good, too. It's... confusing, moving, stirring!

I don't want to be stirred. I'm stirred enough as it is.

I want a relationship built on trust,

without having to lie.

Lying is no bad thing. On the contrary.

It protects loved ones from being hurt.

It's thoughtful and kind.

And it really stimulates the imagination.

If Alicia doesn't know,

where's the harm in it?

The problem is... Want me to tell you?

You're lazy.

You could make us both happy.

By being faithful, you choose to hurt me.

I don't want to hurt you.

I never chose to hurt you.

So, be unfaithful. Don't be selfish.

I have more than I ever hoped for.

It's like shopping in a supermarket

and my cart is full. Then, you come along.

I don't know where to put you. I want to,

but I have no room.

The heart isn't like a cart.

It's elastic.

Imagine how sad life would be, otherwise.

Please think over my proposal.

Take some time, think it over. Don't answer now.

But from now on, my body is yours.

You can do with it what you wish.

What do you feel for her?

I don't know.

I find her disconcerting.

The other day, in a quiet moment,

I wanted to think of Alicia,

but I couldn't take my mind off her.

- Do you think that...? - What?

You could be in love with Caprice?

Why do you ask?

I'm trying to understand.

Do I give that impression?

Maybe.

I assure you, even if sometimes...

- If sometimes what? - It's nothing.

What's nothing?

Sometimes I wonder if my love for Alicia

is an illusion.

An illusion?

When I'm in front of her,

am I really with her

or the actress I've admired for years?

I often feel

she's too much for me, that I'm an impostor who can give her nothing.

Think about it.

You must give her lots. You just don't realize.

Why's she with you?

- Because of a prediction. - A prediction?

That she'd meet someone who works with kids,

a teacher. She met me.

The coincidence made her think it was me. It could've been you.

You're wrong.

You don't choose someone for that.

I don't know.

I'll say what you don't dare say.

You want to say: "You're with a wonderful woman. If I were you",

she'd fill me with joy.

"So, don't lose her for a girl who's turned your head."

That's it, isn't it?

- Are you OK? - Yes.

I'm glad to see your home.

You never invited us over.

For your own good. I can't cook.

You've kept photos of her?

I don't bear grudges.

Heard from her?

She's in Paris next week.

She suggested we have a drink.

What did you say?

I didn't say no.

What're you doing?

I don't know.

Sure you want to do what you want to do?

Coming!

Sorry about the mess. I didn't expect you.

Come in.

I'll just tidy myself up.

Get yourself a drink.

Make yourself at home.

What do you like to drink?

Tell me so I can stock up for when you come.

Isn't that better?

Take your jacket off.

I won't be staying long.

I came, because...

I didn't want to leave a message.

We must stop this.

Forget each other.

How can I forget you?

You said you loved me.

Not me.

You put all that in my head.

I wouldn't care about you otherwise.

I'm sure I didn't say anything.

You pass on knowledge yet you don't know what you feel.

We love each other!

We're made for each other.

I'll tell you...

You'd rather cover your eyes to keep your petty comfort.

Or rather your great comfort.

You're afraid of losing all the advantages you enjoy!

It's not easy to go from a mansion to a garret.

You have a taste for luxury now.

It has nothing to do with it.

An actor's career can end overnight.

If I was more famous, you wouldn't hesitate.

You'd come sniveling to me!

Caprice, that's just jealousy talking.

I am jealous and I'm not ashamed of it!

I'm jealous, because I'm in love!

I'm not perfect, I have my faults,

but I'm honest.

Go away!

Leave me alone.

You're right, we must stop seeing each other.

I hope you had a good look - it's the last time.

Get out.

Or I'll scream as loud as I can!

Go away...

10, 9, 8...

1, go!

Now we have to start over.

In the Parrot family, the mother.

I don't have it.

- Bad luck. - Dad...

In the hippopotamus family, I want the son.

Dad...

- Dad... - Sorry?

In the hippo family, I want the son.

- Who is it? - I don't know.

I'll be right there.

You OK?

Caprice had an accident.

I have to go.

How is she?

I think she'll be OK.

Can I see her?

The doctor wants to talk to you.

The drug intoxication was treated in time.

There shouldn't be any physical after-effects.

But her mental state worries me.

She left a note

and this envelope.

The note wasn't sealed. Both are addressed to you.

My dear Clément...

Don't be too sad or angry with me.

Maybe I'm excessive, but

I always have been. I won't change now.

I read your manuscript.

I found it rather boring, to be honest.

But I was so happy to be the first.

So, I re-read it to be the second.

When I re-read it, I had some ideas, so I wrote them in red on it.

I hope you don't mind.

I also hope you won't forget me too soon.

Where I'm going,

I can hug you whenever I want, whether you like it or not.

I don't want you to see her.

In her condition, she should avoid this kind of excitement.

Love becomes delirious when it's unrequited.

If it were, things would be very different.

It would go from a death wish to an ordinary love affair.

Do what you think best.

Don't worry.

I'll take care of her.

I'm sure you will.

If she'll let me.

I never again heard from Caprice.

I don't know what happened to her.

When I watch a film or TV, I always look for her.

Maybe she does something else now.

As for me, my life has now completely changed.

The Unfortunate Need For Love.

The manuscript Caprice gave me back was covered with notes and comments.

They were everywhere.

They were all pertinent, funny, sensitive.

The monotonous became lively.

The tame parts became surprising.

In a matter of days, I reworked it.

Alicia was convinced I was talented

and urged me to quit teaching

to devote myself to writing.

Great!

The play was soon staged.

It was a moderate success.

I wish I could thank Caprice. Does she know about it?

I'll never know.

I'm trying to write another play.

I don't know what, but Alicia tells me not to worry.

So, I try not to worry.

Yes, Christie has come back.

Thomas is doing much better now.

She'd gone off with an English magician

who suddenly disappeared.

To be honest, there's something I haven't said.

I long felt that Thomas and Alicia felt something for each other.

I never mentioned it

to Alicia or Thomas.

I just realized that Alicia could have chosen Thomas.

But now I'm able to tell myself:

She chose me.

I chose her.

One last thing.

A few days ago, I woke up in the night.

I thought I remembered the moment I told Caprice

that I loved her.

Was it a hallucination?

Or a memory?

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