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Let's go.

Hold on.

- Sorry we're late. - No problem.

This is Lena.

- I'm Fabio. - Hello.

This is from last month, it's the only one we have.

Boy or girl?

They can't tell, the baby had its back turned.

Don't worry, they wouldn't have sent her if there were problems.

You speak Italian, right?

Yes.

You need to have some tests.

And if everything's fine, you'll get 8,000 euros.

10,000.

Fine.

For groceries or if she needs anything.

Call you later.

This is the bathroom.

And this is your bedroom. Hold on...

Clean sheets?

I'm hungry.

I'll go shopping.

I'll come too.

No, you wait here.

I need to eat now.

Wait here.

Who's that?

A girl.

What girl?

Just a girl.

How do you know her?

She's a friend of friends.

Introduce us.

Why should I?

Let's go!

Gotta go.

- See you. - Bye.

Hello.

Come in.

Hello.

Have a seat.

Are you the baby's father?

Yes.

Is this your first child?

Yes.

Do you have the test results?

What language is this?

Polish.

She just moved here.

Your name?

Lena Debska.

Debska?

Yes.

D-E-B-S-K-A.

Age?

22.

- Do you smoke? - No.

Are you on any medication?

No.

Any chronic illnesses?

Chronic?

That means illnesses that can't be cured.

No.

- Any abortions? - No.

We'd like to know if it's a girl or a boy.

We wanted it to be a surprise, but changed our minds.

We'll take a look.

And we want to do genetic testing.

How come?

It's a test you usually do within the first three months.

Something in particular you're worried about?

We just want to be prepared for anything.

Any cases of hereditary diseases in your family?

No.

Yours?

I never met my parents.

Then we could do a screening of the mother's blood.

I'll give you the address of a lab.

All right, thanks.

Okay.

If you get on the table, I'll be right with you.

Lie down and bare your tummy.

What are you doing there?

Come see, don't be afraid.

Here we go.

It's a girl.

The placenta is well developed.

Your baby's growing really well.

- Hi. - Hi.

I'm Bianca. Nice to meet you.

Lena.

Can I get you anything?

No.

Sure?

- No, thanks. - Some juice...

- How'd it go? - Fine.

It's a girl.

Come in.

Here's the number of the lab.

The results take three days.

- Should I call now? - Yes.

Can I get you anything?

- Nothing? - No, thanks.

Where's the bathroom?

I'll show you, come with me.

I made an appointment for tomorrow.

Here's money for the test.

Call me if you need anything.

I need clothes.

- You'll have to wait. - For what?

Till we get more money.

What time is the test?

It was postponed till tomorrow.

Why?

Beats me!

Does Fabio know?

They can't have kids, they're both sterile.

I just acknowledge it's my child, then they'll take her.

A lawyer set it all up.

It's easier to foster a relative's child.

How much do you get?

4,000.

For doing nothing?

You already got paid?

No, I get paid after.

So your uncle has money?

No, his wife does.

Don't tell anyone, okay?

How much will you pay me?

I'm kidding.

Where were you?

- Out. - I called you.

I didn't hear my phone.

You left her alone all day. What if something happened?

What could happen?

Why didn't you go to the lab today?

They postponed the appointment.

Where's the money?

- What did you spend it on? - Groceries.

Do you want the money?

Answer me. Do you?

I booked the test for 9:00 tomorrow morning.

I already paid for it.

Make this money last.

I'll deduct whatever you gambled.

Open up.

Open!

What?

Get out.

What's wrong?

She's kicking.

Hey, I got the results.

Yes, the baby is fine.

They're in the living room.

All right. Yes.

Hurry back, okay? Bye.

- Here. - Thanks.

- Can I have some water? - Of course.

Thanks.

I want to show you something.

This will be her room.

Like it?

Yes.

You have no idea how much we've wanted a baby.

She'll have everything she needs.

Okay.

I need some stuff.

What stuff?

Shampoo and stuff.

What?

What's wrong?

She's not moving anymore.

Don't worry, your daughter's fine.

We saw no anomalies.

We'll do some more tests anyway, all right?

But your girlfriend worries me,

she keeps saying the baby isn't moving.

But I felt her kicking with my own hands.

Did something upset her in the past few days?

No.

Has she complained about the pregnancy?

No, she's always carefree.

Is that too tight?

How long does it usually take?

30 minutes.

Thanks.

No problem.

We're all free to spend money as we please.

Know why I asked you to do this?

Because I'm the only relative you have.

I knew you wouldn't say no.

Because you and I are alike.

Why don't you come work with me when this is over?

Thanks.

But I'm not cut out for it.

What are you cut out for?

Nothing.

I'm just trying to help you.

Why?

No reason, just because.

Why do you want to help me now?

Want to end up like your dad?

Don't worry, I won't jump out of a window.

Is she sleeping?

Yes.

Look at her little hands...

What is that?

The femur.

You know, the baby can recognize your voice now.

Do you talk to her?

Yes.

Thanks.

Fabio told you not to smoke.

Just one cigarette.

Toss it and go in, I gotta go.

Where are you going?

Toss it and go in.

The baby is fine.

I'm fine.

- I just want to go out. - No, go inside.

One hour.

One hour.

Call me in a hour.

- Sorry. - It's okay.

I want to go home.

Wait.

Let's go.

I want to play.

I'm out of money.

Put it in.

Press that.

Again.

You need to get three identical symbols.

Letters aren't worth much, the sphinx is big money.

Sphinx?

This lion thing.

It's all over?

Yes, let's go.

No, more!

- Did I win? - Yes.

Want to play again or cash in?

Cash in.

Want some?

No, thanks.

It's the "bestest".

Where'd you learn Italian?

I came here for a year.

When I was a kid, we all wanted to come to Italy.

Do you like it?

I guess.

So you'll stay?

No.

I want to go to Germany.

I have a friend in Munich.

I'll join her once I get the money.

You've always lived here?

Yes.

Do you like it?

I guess.

You don't want to move?

No, I'm fine here.

Change is good.

What'd you say?

Better to die by a lion's paw than a cat's bite.

How's it look?

Nice.

Which is better?

Dunno, they both look nice.

Okay.

Hello?

Hold on.

Want to come to a party tonight?

Yes.

Okay.

Whose party is it?

Dunno.

You don't want anything?

Coca-Cola.

Hey!

This is Lena.

- Valentina. - Hello.

- Giordano. - Hi.

Finally! Ermanno's told me all about you.

Boy or girl?

Girl.

When are you due?

Three weeks.

What'll you name her?

We haven't decided.

Want to dance?

Why'd you bring her along?

She was bored.

Are you falling for that Romanian?

She's Polish.

She's still a whore.

She's not a whore.

What would you call someone who sells her baby?

I need a shower.

Okay.

Ermanno!

Ermanno!

Tomei?

Yes.

Come with me.

They said it's just a respiratory issue.

Dunno, it depends on how the baby reacts.

They need to do some tests.

Don't bother coming,

the baby can't have visitors in intensive care.

I can't even see her.

All right.

Yes.

They're asking for the baby's name.

Okay.

I'll let you know.

Bye.

You okay?

Yes.

You can go home if you want.

No, I'll stay.

I won't run away, you know.

How's it going?

She's eating a lot.

Good.

Have you picked her up yet?

No.

It's important for the baby to get to know her father, too.

Her head...

I'll be back later.

May I?

Hello!

Honey!

Honey...

Darling!

When's the pediatrician coming?

This afternoon.

Her lungs have developed well

and her weight is acceptable.

I think she's ready to leave the hospital.

When can I start giving her formula?

Why?

I have to go back to work.

Nurse her as long as possible,

to help build up her immune system.

It's important in cases like hers.

You can start pumping

then gradually switch to formula and see how she reacts.

I'll recommend a brand.

Thanks.

Baby's name?

Sole.

- Last name? - Tomei.

Please sign here and here.

I wasn't supposed to nurse her.

I want 1,000 euros more.

Not my fault she's premature.

Give me your passport.

- Why? - When I get the baby you'll get it back.

Lena!

Lena!

Hey...

come on.

Who is it?

All right...

Hi!

Honey...

- Is she sleeping well? - Yes.

- When did she eat? - Two hours ago.

- Fabio, get the milk, please. - Sure.

Okay.

Time to put on the outfit that mommy bought you.

She's got a rash, use ointment.

We do.

Upsy-daisy.

Okay, hand me the milk.

Hold on...

It's normal, give it time.

We'll try again.

Maybe next time, she needs to eat now.

Lena, come here, please.

Hey...

Stay here, so you're more comfortable.

Where are you going?

For a ride.

This is our new room.

Like it?

Yes?

Like it?

It's nice...

Isn't it?

- Got anything for me? - No.

Give me a job.

I don't need help.

Just give me one trial day.

Hey...

Come on Tuesday and Thursday, then we'll see.

Thanks.

Hungry?

Yes.

You can stay here if you want.

Thanks.

When I was a kid, my dad would always drive me around.

It was the only way I'd fall asleep.

Is that him in the photo?

Yes.

Tired?

Yes.

- Hi. - Hey.

Where were you?

Buying groceries.

Did you buy that mobile for the baby?

Yes.

It's nice, thanks.

Okay.

You're hungry, yes.

Here's your milk.

Come on, honey...

We'll take her home tomorrow.

I'll pay you so you can leave.

Okay.

I'll help you.

Thanks.

I'll go see.

There's a blackout.

You don't have to give her up.

I'll take care of you both.

Ugly...

Why are you so ugly?

You'll be ugly when you grow up.

And you'll wonder why you're so ugly.

They'll say it's because your mom was ugly.

Ugly...

Hi.

Hey.

I got some croissants.

Thanks.

Who is it?

Fabio.

I'll go talk to him.

I called him.

She'll be better off with them.

How long has the baby's mother been gone?

Three weeks.

Why did she leave?

We were always fighting.

Why?

Because she wasn't taking care of the baby.

She'd always go out and sometimes not come home to sleep.

Do you know where she might be now?

No.

I tried calling her but her phone's always off.

Social Services will call her

but Lena's number will already be out of service.

And... one more thing...

Give more details.

Don't be so vague. Make it seem like you had a real life together.

Don't worry.

I've done this before, it always works.

Is anyone helping you take care of the baby?

My uncle and his wife have been a great help.

I leave her with them a lot.

Why do think you can't take care of your daughter?

There's no way I can raise her alone.

So you approve of their request to foster the baby?

Yes.

Gimme it.

Gimme it.

Subtitles: Laser S. Film s.r.l. - Rome