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Angel With A Harp

Thousands of people. You'll see!

But I came here to spend at least new year's eve alone with you!

Please don't spoil it.

Come on. I haven't seem them for ages!

There is nothing wrong with them...

Please don't get me wrong!

Please understand what I'm telling you!

I need a little new year's eve with a twirl.

It's no use. If you don't want to get it...

...then I'll better simply leave.

Then go!

Ah, Achim, here you are!

Are you two up for an aperitif?

I don't take aperitifs and I don't want to eat.

Never again?

No, I've had enough!

Enough of what?

Of Vera. - Oh, really?

Why is that?

Enough of her moods, her constant whirl.

Her ways, how she treats me!

But she is a great singer.

I don't mind if she acts like that on stage.

But in her private life...

Excuse me.

But that she needs an auditorium in her private life � no with me.

Life and art are not the same!

They have to be for her as an artist.

Making life a theatre play only belittles your life.

You are being unfair to her and you know it.

Do you think you can change her? - I hope so.

I am warning you.

You shouldn't try to change a friend.

That is the very premise of friendship!

Are you serious?

We can't even change ourselves.

And you want to change others?!

Excuse me.

But I can go my own ways! - That you can.

And I will! Have a pleasant time.

There is no train leaving anymore today.

I don't need a train. I'll go to the mountain!

I want to be alone today!

Don't try to talk me into staying.

No, I should better not.

Farewell!

Yes, please.

Forgot something?

Not that I know of.

Ah, it's you, Bernhard.

Yes, it's only me.

You thought Gustl might be back?

He always came back. Until now at least.

Have you talked to him?

Yes. I'm aware of the situation.

It's the hotel ��no double doors.

I came to invite you two for a aperitif.

If you don't mind it's only me alone...

With great pleasure.

One of the rare cases when less is more.

You're very gallant

I'm only being honest.

In my opinion you should always tell people...

...that you like them if you do.

The result doesn't matter.

And I am egocentric enough to think...

...you would be happy about it.

Are you talking about me or people in general?

As well as.

Oh, you sophist.

Come on, I'm ready.

Tell me, Bernhard...

Did Gustl really leave?

Too bad.

I was so looking forward for tonight.

Where did he go?

To the mountains.

The mountains?!

What is he looking for there?

Come on in.

Good day.

Are you Herr Reinbichler?

Yes, that's me.

I would like the key to the Griesberg hut.

For how long?

One or two days.

Maybe even...

How beautiful this is!

Isn't it?

If you see what people used to be capable of.

You wouldn't dare to even touch your knife.

Remarkably beautiful.

It is so alive.

And so clear and sweet.

I call it...

...the angel with a harp.

It reminds me of someone I don't know.

Do you know this feeling? Strange but true.

Of course it's true.

I want to ask you a favor.

Please leave the angel to me.

One can't just give it away.

One would want to know whom it is left for.

You would make me very happy.

And I could really use that today.

Can I ask you something?

Ask, but first give me some ice.

With pleasure.

Are you very unhappy...

...that Gustl isn't here.

My dear Bertl!

There is no person in the whole world...

...that I would allow to make me unhappy.

Unhappiness means that you are not grateful.

Plus a lack of talent.

I can't say if I'm a happy person.

But I am pretty sure I'm not an unhappy person.

Would you mind another questions?

Will you marry Gustl?

I hope so.

He is my kind of guy.

Well, that proves quite the opposite.

Why?

You don't marry your kind of guy.

You fall in love with him, you flirt with him.

But you marry someone else.

So. Who to marry then?

The unexpected.

Do you really think so?

It's true.

Loving and falling in love are two things.

Believe you old and wise friend!

To what we love!

What do you want here?

Good evening.

I didn't ask you what time of the day it is.

I want to know what you want here.

I believe that it's up to me to ask you that.

Do you own this hut?

No.

Well then.

Do you own this hut?

No.

Well then!

Please leave.

Just my thought.

You seem to have strange thoughts.

Quite contrary.

It's an old skiing rule.

Enter the hut...

...and take of your boots.

You might have frozen one of your toes.

You only notice of course...

...when you are in socks.

What do you have to take off to notice...

that your feeling for tactfulness is frozen.

It's the first time I'm facing this question.

Thanks a lot.

I wanted to take them out anyway.

Please remind me later to dry them by the fire.

Where is the wood?

Get out of here, you...!

You...!

Intruder!

You should have noticed that I came in here...

completely civilized using the only legal key.

That means you came in another way.

The door to the wood chamber wasn't locked.

Thanks.

Now I know where the wood is at least.

I admire how consequent you are.

If you can't get me out of here...

you can at least get rid of my backpack.

Is that a mere symbolic action?

Or do you plan to throw me out little by little?

Would you be so kind to tell me...

how to get rid of you the fastest?

With pleasure.

You should not reply on implications.

There is an abyss 20 steps to the right

when you leave the hut.

If you throw the backpack and the shoes down there...

it will take some time until they arrive in the village.

I said 20 steps to the right.

You can't miss it.

No.

But your backpack is leaking.

My backp...?!

My rum! And I just put on the cattle for a grog!

You and your methods!

How was I supposed to know?!

It's much to full anyhow.

How much I put in my backpack is up to me.

The angel needs space.

Pardon?

Never mind.

Do you have tea at least?

Yes

Of course.

The sweater. Like a sponge!

Wool, full with Jamaica's best

A drunken sweater.

You wasted the best taste of another continent!

And you took my dreams away.

Dreams of a lonely hut.

You're criminal!

Here's the tea.

I prefer to leave.

There has to be a hotel somewhere.

Certainly. Good evening.

Don't tell me my singing brought you back here.

I want to make up for the damage I did.

How much was the bottle?

It is priceless, my dear.

It belonged to my grandmother.

I think this should be enough.

Yes. That's enough.

I don't mind you burglarizing.

I don't mind broken bottles.

But you mocking me ��that's too much!

Who do you think you are?

Close the door.

Now!

Take off that backpack.

And sit down.

Have you eaten anything yet?

No.

Hungry?

Yes.

Have some bread.

Here is butter.

Sausage.

A delicacy from my aunt in Pommern.

Tea.

Strong or light?

Yes, please.

That means strong?

Prepare some for me too!

Do something useful at last.

Do you see the light on the mountain top?

I see it. Is this...?

The Griesberg hut. There he is.

To bad he wasn't here with us.

Were you really up to meet the Bergmanns?

Of course not. That was a lie.

I was simply pretending I had an appointment.

But why, you enigmatic creature?

Because sometimes he starts to terrorize me.

It's better if he doesn't notice how good he is at that.

I hope nothing happened to him.

He's a good skier. Should I go and get him?

Why should you?

Maybe this was the final break between us.

You really think this might be it?

No.

Me neither.

Well, he deserves to stay alone in that cold hut.

Don't you want to eat?

You are a prosaic nature.

I thought you were hungry.

I just wanted to make a confession.

Don't!

Why?

If I tolerate your presence I might at least

ask you to hear my confessions.

Just as long as they don't concern me.

You are a spoiled person.

It's not about you at all.

I ended a chapter in my life today...

That's why I wanted to be here alone.

A love story�� of course.

You are enormously witty.

A finished love story.

Enjoy your meal.

Thanks.

You don't seem too desperate.

You are right, despite your mocking.

I bought a bottle of rum...

You mean, your grandmother died and you inherited it.

Your sense for details is stressful.

So I bought or inherited the rum....

and went looking for isolation.

I would have been a great final.

Fate decided different.

Fate wants some more tea.

Don't become greedy.

I am an unsuitable tool at best.

Was it that hard for you?

What?

The end of your life's chapter?

If one wants to be alone...

it must be have been a deep cut.

How much wood an oven like that consumes!

Now you're angry.

Because a stranger noticed your sadness.

Why are you men ashamed when you feel something?

Why are some women not ashamed if they don't feel anything?

That's not the point!

I know but�

That just came into my mind.

I would like to know something.

And that would be?

What was your reason?

When you wanted to be alone here.

Did you have a reason?

Yes.

Here is the key to the hut.

It's more important for you.

If you want to be alone I will leave now.

That's very kind of you.

Could I invite you to be my guest tonight?

There is still tea left.

Thanks.

I ran away today too.

From a man?

Maybe.

Somebody is coming.

Quick! My backpack! My jacket. That's her...

Who?

Her! She's coming to get you back.

No way, It must be your guy.

He would if I wouldn't have slapped him in the face.

It's her!

Even if.

I don't want to see her.

Tell her I'm not there.

Tell her what you want.

Why don't you tell her yourself?

If it's really all over.

You're right.

Good evening everybody.

The light was the reason...

Where there's light, there are people!

And where there people...

there's got to be an enzian!

Otherwise nothing would make sense.

Good evening to the wife!

It's cold outside.

And when you come here skiing from the Schnaltz.

Your inner warmth craves for enzian!

You are directly drawn to the next light.

What?

You come from Schnaltz?

One like Linus Landsinger

former royal postman...

that my name and status...

even with his 67 years...

skiing from Schnaltz to here is too easy!

If the husband...

would offer a shot of enzian...

I would like to. But we don't have any.

No spirits at all?!

I'm sorry.

Can this be?!

Then you two can't be married for long.

Not even enzian!

How a light can deceive you!

Could I offer you a tea?

Nah, no tea!

I was sick 34 years ago..

they gave me tea back then!

Since then I think twice about getting sick.

What a nice couple you are!

You are a match like malt and hop for beer!

Where do you need to go?

To Riffenschleif.

You have some spirit yourself!

Yes!

An enzian!

Holunder might be better.

Better?!

It's home-made!

There can't be any better!

It's my only bottle.

Want to try it?

No, thanks. You'll need it!

What a decent man, your husband!

He knows one bottle is not even enough for one man!

What do you do out there in the middle of the night?

I am blowing up there.

So that the new year will come.

But - already three quarters to twelve.

I am leaving!

Now that I am warm.

And people like you have to be alone on new year's eve!

The new year is coming with golden rays...

from the angels!

With silver threats in curly hair...

And a crowd of cheerful children!

Amen!

Here not to be seen.

Snow is piling up in front of the hut.

What's your name?

He came in like a funny person.

Now he seems like the old year itself...

that climbs up the mountains

to welcome the young new year with a song.

Why won't you tell me your name?

Do you think this would improve our conversation?

You did'nt act very promising...

just before the old man entered.

You convinced me that she would really show up.

And secretly hoped that I was right.

Didn't hope for it but feared it.

If I knew your name it would be easier...

to tell you the true reason.

That's the reason I won't tell you.

You didn't say anything when he called you my wife.

You could have said something yourself!

To make him stay even longer?

I enjoyed listening to him.

You did not because you had to stare at me the whole time.

You did notice that at least...

What do you think of me?

Do you think I'm a pile of wood or a woman?

I would very much like to do the latter.

That startled me!

I thought he would come back.

He merely didn't close the door properly.

They are welcoming the new year.

And now you expect me to shake your hand?

No...

Just that you shut your mouth for the next five minutes.

I will do that thoroughly.

But yours too!

Thanks.

God, it's beautiful!

But I am not an angel.

Really? What are you then?

I'm not clear on this.

Well, I am. If all angels were as magical as you are...

I would instantly become a pilgrim.

You must think of my as an awful person.

Yes, I do.

Reckless, superficial, filthy.

Charming, graceful, adorable.

What do you have in mind for this awful person?

Get her on the train to go somewhere nice.

And stay there as long as I can.

Be careful. I have two weeks vacation left.

Only? That's barely enough.

Two years, two decades...

Two centuries...

I just have to get my luggage from the hotel.

From the hotel?

Yes.

What's on your mind?

You will meet somebody there.

Firstly I will not meet anybody.

Secondly if so, I will settle everything.

Do you usually settle everything so fast?

Don't have such foolish thoughts.

We'll meet at the station at noon.

Please tidy up and give the keys back.

Where to?

You follow the tracks until you reach the house.

And if you don't show up?

I will be there, you fool.

Gustl, you villain!

You are back...

You pack your things and not one word for me?

I was going to call for help to see if you are okay.

Dear Vera...

After our open argument yesterday...

Please, don't mention it again!

You behaved like a foolish boy.

A very foolish boy!

But you are wrong if you think I'd be upset!

Don't forget your razor as you usually do.

Where was I? Ah, yes...

I consoled myself yesterday, just fine.

I can imagine.

We talked about theatre the whole evening.

Only about theatre, that was heavenly!

You only speak about theatre at all.

It has to be a wonderful job to always talk about it!

A button manufacturer can't talk buttons

all day long. That's understood!

I'm not a button manufacturer.

I know. Strengholt & Son � piano manufacturers.

A very nice job too!

Give me that!

You'll ruin it if you crumple it like that.

Gustl, see!

Today is the beginning of a new year.

We don't want to take our old struggles with us.

I pardon you for yesterday.

You are truly kind.

Did it never came to your mind

that I have no interest in your pardon anymore?

It's best to break up � you said so yourself!

I never said that but it looks like one.

That was a breakup, Vera!

I wanted to return the keys!

You were up there too?

Yes, we can into each other.

By coincidence!

Ah? By coincidence!

I see. That kind of coincidence!

How much is it?

Nothing. Everything has been paid for.

What's the shortest way to the station?

I have to catch the train at noon!

In the direction of that small hill and then left.

You can't miss it!

Thanks and farewell!

No need to hurry!

The train leaves at 12:37!

Travel safe!

When is the train to Innsbruck?

Exactly?

12:44. Thank you.

Sorry, dear Vera...

I am in a hurry.

At once, my dear.

After such a long friendship

you sure can spare some time to listen.

Do you really think I didn't notice?

Dear Vera...

Don't interrupt me.

Somebody is on your mind.

You look like someone

who is rushing into a foolish idea.

I don't mind foolishness, quite on the contrary!

It's the only thing you don't regret later.

I don't think I could hold you.

One can't and shouldn't hold people.

Maybe you found someone who suits you better than me.

But let me tell you this...

You can always...

come back.

Don't worry, you'll get the train.

I would just like to know...

who that somebody is.

One ticket, third class!

But where to?

Oh, well to Innsbruck first!

5,70 Marks please!

When is the train leaving exactly?

In six minutes.

Thanks a lot.

Happy new year!

You are already back, Fr�ulein Henrici?

Didn't you want to return by the end of next week?

That was my plan.

But it all changed.

And it's not even tidy in here.

I already opened up.

That's okay.

You look tired.

I will make coffee.

It's very rare that somebody

returns from his holidays too soon!

Anything important happened?

Nah. Nothing.

Only Dr. Weinzierl called.

And there is also a letter from him.

Yes, I saw it already.

Please contact us as soon as you are back.

We have some more translation work for you.

And how long ago was that?

Five days.

Excuse me a moment.

Weinzierl Antiquities.

Yes, mam, please.

Yes, until the end of the month.

The lady who is working for us just came back.

We'll do it straight away.

No problem.

My regards to your husband.

Please advice me. What should I do?

Does she life here in Munich?

I think so. But even that is uncertain.

As first I thought she was only late.

Women are usually late.

You really want to see her again.

What do you think? Of course.

Have another sip.

I don't want to.

I am not very experienced in those things.

I only see one possibility.

You have to announce.

Announce?

Yes.

Headline...

New years eve, Griesberg hut.

Awaiting for your message to � some address.

You think she will read it?

Put it in all the relevant papers.

Announce it daily for two weeks.

Most people don't read announcements.

I know.

But it's the only thing for you to do.

Maybe you're right. I'll try it!

Promise you won't tell anybody.

Especially not Bernhard or Vera.

I told her the basics myself.

You can trust me, buddy.

Don't worry.

Fingers crossed!

It's a typical case of

luck and misfortune at the same time.

Better luck with misfortune than

misfortune with luck.

Or just misfortune.

Take care, buddy.

So long.

Good day to you!

Already finished it? How inexhaustible!

Yes, Doctor.

Come on, let's go to the back office.

I finished the coasters.

Oh, really?!

Have a seat.

Thanks.

You did a very good job once again.

Wonderful indeed.

What you make of this old fabric�

that's unparalleled!

I do really enjoy this work.

I think you overexert yourself.

You look pale.

You need more fresh air.

You think so?

Of course! Today was such a beautiful day.

The first real day of summer.

Let your work rest for once.

Get a cab!

We go to the garden, take a walk, eat out.

What do you say?

Yes...

Maybe.

Let me ask you something first.

Of course, Fr�ulein.

Ask me.

I would like to sell you something.

How much would you give me for that?

That's impossible...

Don't you like it?

Wonderful.

See the fall of the folds.

And those soft colors.

It's Rheinian gothic.

It's yours?

I... got it as a gift.

You don't sell something like that.

You put it in a special place.

And thank your creator every time you see it.

Sometimes...

you have to sell something like that. - Why?

I need money.

I'll grant you an advancement.

How much do you need?

I need more.

More than I get.

I don't want to be indiscreet.

But...

Do I need to tell you?

Not if you don't want to.

Yes, you're right.

You'll find out anyways.

I...

I am expecting a child.

Please don't ask any questions.

That's the reason I need money.

I need to make a break this fall.

And I need to buy lots of things.

My parents passed away.

I've got no one to help me.

Would you like to buy the angel?

Yes, of course.

But...

Please allow me to..

What?

It will remain right there.

No one is going to get it.

The angel is not to be sold.

Maybe you want to buy it back some day.

I don't think so.

Then it will stay here forever.

What about your studies?

I need to quit.

That's out of the question.

Would you mind a steady arrangement with me�

I mean, with my boss.

As what?

As my employee.

You know things about Antiquities.

You have feeling for them.

That's very rare.

You don't need to answer straight away.

Tell me once you're ready if you want to...

You are very kind to me.

Have fun, you enviable person!

It's about business.

You understand to blend business and pleasure.

I hope so.

You're staying one year?

Better worry about your reconstructions!

A house and a plant in one year? Child's play!

Enjoy your flight.

You continue to inquire at the newspapers

if there are any messages for cipher XYZ.

Very well.

Send it to me straight away, with air mail, understood?

I have never not understood you, Sir.

Even better.

Farewell!

And you wil send flowers for Vera's premiere?

I will!

Please take your seats!

Get lost, buddy. All the best!

Write to me!

Weinzierl Antiquities.

No, this is Strohberger.

No, Fr�ulein Henrici is in cologne.

She'll be back any moment.

I'm well aware of that too!

It's the gobelin "Paris' Verdict"

Of course naked.

All four!

You'll enjoy it, Mam.

Is Fr�ulein Henrici back?

Any moment now.

Pardon.

You're right about that.

Your husband will be delighted. Good bye.

That must be her.

Doctor, I'm here now.

Everything went well.

Good day, Fr�ulein Henrici!

Tell me!

It was wise to send a woman to the auction.

I left with the best pieces and haven't dprnt much.

There are true gentlemen�

even among the auctioneers.

I wanted to let you decide for yourself once.

But I didn't ask you to bewitch the whole auction.

I did it anyhow!

I even bought a hat for that in Frankfurt.

Extremely effective.

Really?

Don't say anything against the hat.

I was scared of that bidding race.

I got up out of excitement.

I lifted the veil

and turned around to see the competition.

Suddenly everybody was silent.

And I came what I wanted.

Was that your idea?

In business, everybody uses the weapons that are available.

Is that for me too?

No, that's mine.

But you can have a look. Christmas shopping.

How is the young gentlemen?

Splendid, thanks.

This week he discovered that

legs are not for playing only

but for standing.

He's already walking?

He tries to at least.

You should visit him.

After you threw me out the last time.

It was his bed time!

Do you hold that against me?

No but...

What's wrong with you lately?

Hello. Somebody's in the store!

Ah. Herr Zoller. Would you take care of him?

Herr Zoller wants to speak to Fr�ulein Henrici.

Spring angel in this grey winter!

Shimmering life amidst this mess.

One moment, please.

My greetings to you!

Good day, Herr Zoller.

That's all I get for my performance?

All these poetics I'm eliciting of my architectural heart.

And you simply say hello.

What were you expecting?

One or two opened arms,

a call of joy about my visit.

and a salute to my lonely neck.

A bit too much, no?

I would accept rates.

You came for the wall lady.

I prepared her already.

Wrong! I am here for you.

I only became an architect to have a reason to come here.

I will ask Herr Weinzierl

to deal with you personally from now on.

Too late, the plans are finished.

A wonderful site by the way.

What am I supposed to do with it?

I'm sick of building other people's houses.

Now it's mine finally.

This is ground floor,

first floor is in my bag

and that's is going to be your bedroom.

Mine?

Here it says, housewife's bedroom.

Yes.

You see, I wasn't prepared for that too.

When I wound out that...

Well, it's kind of difficult...

That I am in love with you.

You can't do anything about it.

Believe me...

you'll get used to it and once you are married

you can't believe it happened so late.

One, two, four?

Four children's rooms?

I saw you lately

in the English garden.

You were there with a small child.

And you were so nice to him.

And if you're that kind to strangers' kids already...

The tax benefits left aside.

It makes sense to have some in stock than later on...

My dear Bernhard...

I think not a single time I did or said anything

that could make you think I'm in love with you.

Quite contrary.

You held back with grace and because of that

I have to start talking now.

You know the answer I hope.

If not � why would I have bought the site.

My dear Susanne...

I think you belong to those natures that you have to misunderstand on purpose

to get them right.

I studied you at length.

Since I know you actually.

When you think yes, you say no.

And the result is the opposite.

You are an awful guy!

Leave now, I need to work.

Good bye!

Okay, I'm leaving.

But I'll come again!

Your sister went ahead and is downstairs.

Thanks.

You're leaving now, ok?

Is my brother upstairs?

What's wrong with you, Thomas?

You're turning my invitation down?

Are you feeling sick?

No, but you know I...

I just needed to be alone.

A normal man needs family before Christmas.

Good day!

Give me a whiskey.

With soda?

I'm not a child.

It's bad enough that I had to invite you.

You could invite your sisters for a change.

If a woman remains unmarried it's usually

a lack of masculine comprehension.

You being single � that's a disgrace!

Maybe a disgrace not to last for long.

Are you drunk?

No.

Even worse. Who are you speaking of?

Actually I'm not yet ready...

Don't make me mad. Do I know her?

Yes.

Fr�ulein Henrici.

From your shop?

An adorable person. Did she agree?

I certainly hope so.

Leave it to me.

Please!

Just arrange a quiet moment for us!

If I like her she will become your wife.

I never liked you more than I do today.

No compliments please, Bernhard.

Now that you know that there is only one man for me

all compliments are pointless.

A true compliments has one point only.

To be nothing but pleasure.

You achieved that!

Say, Bernhard...

Can you understand I needed to

speak about all this?

Dr. Weinzierl wouldn't understand me.

He's too focused on his own standpoint.

I understand you very well.

I am thankful for your trust.

I know now that you cannot become my wife.

But I think we just became something equally beautiful.

Good friends.

Thanks.

Good friends.

Countless times I told you I like you.

And today...

as we entered a new phase of our relationship...

I have the urge to tell you...

why I am so fond of you.

Please don't.

Dear Susanne...

You are a two-faced person.

You are holding yourself back

and you are challenging at the same time.

Your calmness is complex unrest.

If you are helpless and yet death proof.

You are desperate with a charming smile.

You're happy and yet feeling sad.

You charmingly contradict your own existence!

A striking existence...

that I am thankful for.

Thankful...

Thankful.

Bernhard told me to get in touch with you!

Be smart, he said, don't think too much.

Good day!

Just tell Fr�ulein Henrici I send you.

May I take a seat?

You know Bernhard, right?

Of course.

Greetings from him! �Thanks.

You have to help me!

Yes...

I need something outstanding beautiful.

I couldn't find anything that pleased me.

It has to be something that...

that goes straight to your heart.

So beautiful, you know!

Time is precious, my wedding is very soon.

My days are simply chaotic.

Only just the papers you need to marry...

Sometimes you ask yourself

for whom you are doing all that.

If you wouldn't do it for a dear person

everything would be pointless.

I jump topics, sorry.

Something outstanding beautiful.

Something you can't get enough of.

A new house is something special

and my husband is into old stuff.

I'm not sure if it's the right size.

But I could offer you this angel.

The angel!

No...!

I asked so many times for it!

Since when is it for sale?

Since today.

Of course it's the right size!

He will be out of his mind!

He falls for carved stuff.

I don't now anything about these things�

but every time I look at it, it feels like

my favorite parts at the opera.

Thank you a thousand times, I am truly blessed.

I will send someone over to get it.

Now I have to leave for the hairdresser ��my show!

As Bernhard says � Looking good is

a product of nature and performance.

He's right.

Good day and thank you a thousand times!

Good day!

Do you know what I just took from you?

Your best piece ��the angel with a harp.

Shocking, isn't it? Good day to you.

You sold the angel?

Yes.

The past has to be over at some point.

I don't want to be constantly reminded.

I want to life for the future.

Finally knowing...

for whom I've endured all that.

Come in.

I am supposed to pick up a wooden person.

For Miss Schellhorn, the singer.

Please be very careful.

This figurine is very precious.

I carried a lot of stuff through the years.

And nothing got broken!

If I was to transport shreds of porcelain

I would deliver the complete "service".

That's is how I drive!

Good evening, is he already home?

He came back 12 minutes ago.

Did he see the angel already?

He made a quick tour through the house.

Did you deliver my message?

Everything!

Was he happy? � I would like to think yes.

I would like to think yes? Barnabas!

Your diction will be my end! Was he happy? Yes or no!

Quite so.

Quite so? Barnabas!

The countess Auersberg used to remind me...

Stop quoting dead people. How's my new dress?

I'm convinced he will be quite fond of it.

It's pretty open, right?**

Yes. I am thankful for that.

But he doesn't like pretty open.

Countess Auersberg was a woman of faith...

but even she agreed that it's necessary

to remind men of female qualities once in a while.

But her dresses were... significantly more open.

You get my hopes up!

Yes.

Can I come in?

You can and you should!

Vera!

My old girl.

Let me give you a hug.

How pretty you became!

You see? I didn't stay in America.

I advised you not to, friend!

Friend! Are we just friends?

We are friends in love.

That sounds better.

You think that's ok to get married?

I hope so! �Me too.

Finish my tie, will you?

I'm still not able to.

You wrote me some letters...

that were the nicest things of the whole trip.

The letters were just like you.

You've got something very rare and wonderful

You have a heart with common sense.

This heart is fond of you.

And no matter where it looked

there's no other match for you out there.

So I have to sacrifice myself.

You've got courage.

Sacrifice needs courage!

Is that really a sacrifice for you?

Barely...

I'm starving to death!

We were playing Traviata today

and all this dying makes me so hungry!

Would you allow me to?

Master of this house.

With pleasure, lady of this house.

The house sure is beautiful.

Bernhard is quite a talent!

He build a fabulous plant for you � you'll like it!

Come on, there is so much to see!

I am prepared for any surprises!

Good that you're prepared, my dear!

May, I introduce...

The living room.

Fantastic!

Too bad Bernhard isn't here.

How artful he made all this.

Wonderful!

Where did he get all this?

Regarding the artful details...

I have a surprise for you!

You too?

See!

That's quite something, huh?!

I forgot which epoch � but see how he sings!

Say something, Gustl!

If I like something I talk even more than usual.

I simply knew it!

What did you know?

That you would like it so much.

Where did you get it?

Fr�ulein Henrici sold it at Weinzierls.

This is to you, Susanne!

Health.

Fortune.

Everything that makes you happy!

Thanks, Doctor.

It's good Wachauer.

The view of a landscape in late summer..

That's exactly how it tastes!

Right?

Yes, exactly.

Fr�ulein Henrici... Susanne, I...

I know what you want to discuss with me.

It's not easy for me after almost being rejected once.

I've prepared myself for days.

And yet... �You see, Thomas...

I have not prepared myself for this.

I believe in the moment and that it will be just with me.

We women are spontaneous, men call it reckless.

We act by the beat of our heart!

We don't check the pulse first to see if it's got the right pace.

If only I would once manage to understand you...

Don't take it too hard.

Often I don't understand myself.

Since then...

It's hard for me because I don't know what happened.

I was hoping your memory would just vanish one day.

Forget it all..

I can't forget or even regret it.

It's so strange.

But you said you want to think about the future!

Yes, that's what I want.

Mine and my child's future.

Yet again, Susanne...

Will you marry me?

Give me some time.

I simply can't imagine it yet.

I can imagine it wonderfully!

Let's drink to something...

Each of us in silent hoping.

To hell with everyone who rings the bell!

Let's have a glass of champagne!

What indecency!

Are you deaf?!

I didn't know...

We had an appointment!

I completely forgot!

What a warm welcome!

After such a long time...

We said hello at the station yesterday!

Still!

Oh! You got a visitor?

Yes, uhm...

I mean, no!

A gallant understands and leaves silent!

Call me when you have time for an old friend!

Actually I wanted to ask you something...

It's about a surprise I found when I came home.

Vera bought a figurine, an angel...

She told me a lady in your store...

I actually wanted to be alone with Susanne...

Enough with all this secrecy!

May I introduce?

Gustl Strengholt, my best friend!

Fr�ulein Henrici, the lady who sold the angel.

And... my bride!

Please understand my surprise!

I had no idea that Thomas..

You underestimate me, my dear!

Take off your coat and have some champagne!

I'm afraid I can't.

Vera must be waiting for you.

No, but we get together tomorrow anyhow!

Bring your bride!

I would be pleased.

Goodbye, Thomas.

Goodbye, old pal. Too bad you're leaving already!

See you tomorrow.

Now... I want to drink champagne!

Yes, Zoller.

How are you, Susanne?

I've got him!

Really?

Who is it?

Better sit down.

I am seated!

Don't torture me. Who is it?

Your friend.

Gustl Stenghold.

No!

Is that true?

Yes! This world is a madhouse!

Since two years I am searching for this man, this only man, and cannot find him.

And now it's your friend � Thomas friend.

Right in front of me!

Oh, Berndl!

It's laughable!

You are crying...

No, quite contrary!

I am laughing tears!

I am invited to his place tomorrow.

As Thomas' bride!

What?!

As his bride!

Please go there with me!

Thomas is going there directly from his sister's place.

To Gustl Strengholt!

I will be there when he celebrates his engagement in his luxurious home!

Best wishes from

your son that you didn't even know of!

I will be happy to finally clear my memory now.

So my son will be finally mine.

Mine alone.

And then...

we can celebrate my engagement!

Thomas Weinzierl

Congratulations again!

Thanks, thank you!

You are too kind!

That's how it's got to be!

We enjoy your kindness!

Congratulations, dear Vera!

You get double, for your engagement and your birthday!

Thank you very much!

Cheers everyone!

May I finally speak now?

I hope you know that we are happy to see all of you.

We...

I am happy... and fortunate...

and thankful.

It's the happiest day of my life.

Today we have...

We would like to ask you something.

Gustl's employees have a little surprise for him.

Would you come over? It won't take long.

You should all come along with us.

It's only a few steps. This way.

Finally you are here!

So nice you've made it!

How do you like the angel?

Right here over the fireplace.

Isn't he adorable?

Gustl was simply speechless!

I'm sure he was...

May I congratulate you?

May I congratulate too?

Thanks a lot!

You talk so much, Vera.

I was waiting for you, Susanne.

Good day!

Here we have broom number two!

Today is your day.

We'll celebrate our own engagement some other time.

May I welcome you?

Fr�ulein Henrici, isn't it?

That's your name, right?

Yes, it is, Herr Strengholt.

May I congratulate you for you birthday?

Don't forget the engagement.

I must not forget that.

Hello.

How does it feel like when you've got everything?

We'll spank you if you're not happy!

Come on, let's go!

Should I come with you?

I hate speeches.

You have to! It's worth it.

They are coming!

Seppel, don't mess up everything!

I've been practicing all night!

Those notes are 32, not 16!

And if they were 64.

I'll be damned...

Dear Herr Strengholt!

Our best wishes for you birthday...

you already got in the morning.

To celebrate this evening...

some of us prepared a musical performance.

Ferdi Westernhaar has composed it.

We would like to congratulate you with sounds.

From the highest to the deepest note!

Thank you very much!

The most beautiful present I ever got!

That goes for all of you.

Westernacher, Steffen, thanks!

You too. I didn't know how talented you were!

Thomas? �Yes.

Make sure Barnabas takes care of the gentlemen.

Thanks. It was delightful.

Can I join you later?

This little kid � like a real artist.

Why didn't you show up back then?

Why didn't you show up?

I was there!

You lie!

How can you say that?

You can always say the truth!

Is that so?

You should actually.

Then I will tell you the truth.

Of course I waited for you back then!

You didn't show up because you didn't care to.

Because I meant less to you than you meant to me.

You meant everything to me.

I even tried an announcement in the papers.

I didn't even know your name.

And now you're someone else's bride.

And you someone else's broom.

I was defeated! �Defeated?!

But you invited me anyhow? �Yes.

To your engagement.

I wanted to see you.

I had to see you. And you showed up finally.

Yes. But only to tell you this.

Pardon?

Or...

Actually...

To ask you something.

Please ask.

Don't you feel anything?

A lot. And everything mixed up.

Nothing in particular?

In particular?

What a man should feel.

When he sees a woman...

that is the mother to his child.

No.

Yes. And he has your looks.

Here you are!

Do I disturb you?

No. Please stay.

This concerns Gustl and you too... and me.

I beg you, Susanne...

You two are familiar?

Of course. She's is the mother of my son.

Is that true?!

Yes.

May I serve the soup now?

Serve it.

Very well.

I think...

I better leave you alone.

I am well aware of my duties.

I will take responsibility for my son.

Choose any amount you want.

Other than that.... �Any amount?!

I went down a hard road.

But I made it. Alone.

And I am proud of it.

And you offer me money?!

I wanted to make you happy...

knowing that there is something from both of us.

You don't feel any of that.

You do me wrong!

Now I lost you twice.

To that other women...

But far worse � the person you were long ago

I lost today when I finally found you.

Before I leave I want to ask you for this...

Let go of me!

I can't believe it. You have a boy!

And you simply go on like usual.

A man is such a walrus.

I am not angry.

But it's a bit sad to see you like this.

You think I don't know that?

It was all nonsense what I told her.

I was so confused.

She doesn't have the right to talk to me like that.

See, you should not�

I know. I try to understand her.

Of course she has suffered.

She had to believe I deserted her.

I really tried everything to find her.

What am I supposed to do?

That's clear.

You need to marry.

Of course I will. Question is who.

That's only for you to answer.

Think carefully...

and it will won't be hard.

We are well aware, gentlemen....

Please prepare everything as needed.

You keep me updated!

Of course.

I am running after you like a dog.

I couldn't reach you at home, not here...

I needed time to think.

I wanted to make my own decision.

Did you make a decision?

Indeed I did.

I wrote Fr�ulein Henrici that I agree to marry her.

And you think she will?

She will decline your letter straight away.

No, thank you! Sincerely yours.

Why should she refuse?

She needs a kind word.

Not a responsible husband.

You don't know she's suffering emotionally.

God knows what would have happened,

if it wasn't for Maria Theresia.

I do not underestimate her current situation.

Most women though are able to...

combine true emotions and a sense of reality.

It surely no disadvantage to marry me.

In the end she will agree.

Under those conditions? Never.

I tell you, she will!

I tell you, she won't!

...And I will marry him.

I will accept his grateful offer.

Why should my son live as a fatherless kid.

Now that I found his dad.

I thought he doesn't love you anymore?

You don't love anymore right?

He never mentioned love.

If that's the right thing to do...

Why shouldn't it be?

We are not faking something.

We act rational.

Objective and accordingly.

My dear child...

Objectiveness can be more harmful than emotions.

That's wrong, Barnabas!

The tulips go next to the angel!

And the orchids...

Please hold those for a moment.

Those go on the table.

In front of Fr�ulein... my wife's place.

The roses are for the town hall...yes.

Are flowers upstairs too?

Everywhere.

And everything else?

Prepared! I hope she will be satisfied.

Breakfast?

Everything's in order.

The tulips!

The roses...!

There's a musician with an instrument...

I told him we don't fall for this kind of music.

But he insists you called for him.

Of course, yes.

Let him come in!

Very well.

Lanzinger!

Good morning!

Do you remember New Year's Eve two years ago?

The lady you met in the hut?

Sure, what a question!

We're getting married today.

Really? Well. No need to rush as my dad used to say.

When we return, you stand in here.

And play the same melody as back then.

Do you remember?

Sure do.

Please serve food and drinks for Herr Landzinger.

Is the car here?

Just arrived.

We're here in about an hour.

The roses!

A respectable man, that man!

I immediately noticed that back then.

What drinks do you serve?

At this time of the day? Vermouth. Cherry.

Stop with that foreign stuff.

What about an enzian?

An enzian?

Very well.

Excited?

It's my first time.

Dear Susanne.

Thanks. �Welcome.

Well. Please...

Again, my congratulations!

Thanks for your support.

Should we disappear now?

But why?

You both surely want to be alone.

Take care, you two!

Berndl. I thank you very much.

Thanks.

There is the replacement.

We did our duty here.

Let's go to the car.

Thanks but I'll take the tram.

Where to?

To the university.

Now? �Of course.

I only took leave for an hour which is not easy when you're about to your PhD exams.

I was not aware you had to fit...

your marriage into your academic schedule.

I thought we would a littly cosy and celebrate.

Celebrate what?

Our marriage.

That wasn't planned at all.

When can I expect you after university?

Expect me? Why?

Home.

In your home?

That was planned for you and Vera?

I married you after all.

Only so my child can have his dad's name.

You married me for that?

There is my tram.

We're full. Wait for the next one.

Are the others coming too?

Or has the event been rescheduled?

The event has taken place.

And the feast?

You can eat it all alone!

Yes.

You are going on holidays?

Yes, Vera.

I think it's best.

It's because of that girl!

The girl is my wife.

She's not. That's why.

I stayed away for the entrire christmas holidays so you two could enjoy!

Why do you make so hard for each other?!

Don't you want to be open to your old friend?

Do you love her? Yes or no?

I love the woman she was two years ago.

In the ski hut.

Thanks. That's enough.

Excuse me...�Thomas!

You gave me you're word that you would wait!

I regret giving you my word but there are more improtant things than that.

I just heard you want to divorce.

Yes, that was my original plan.

I saw the lawyer on the day of our marriage.

You do him wrong? �Why?

It's his child. But I want it to be mine alone.

The child might see this differently later on.

That's what you don't think of.

I should not.

I need to build up a live for the both of us and without him.

Do you know he loves you?

Why do you try to be so hard?

Because I have to!

Do you think it's easy for me?

How is this supposed to go on?

Do you know how tired I am. How empty.

I want to life on and be happy.

Sometimes I think I won't be able to.

I gave up my hope help you and to make you happy.

Truth is you only love him.

Admit your feeling!

Oh!

What is the meaning of this?!

Please. No tenderness that I can't understand.

Are you out of your mind?

You're blackmailing a woman in need?

You're wrong!

I won't let you ruin this.

That wasn't my intention.

I forbid you to speak of Susanne by her name "Susanne"!

It's Frau Strengholt for you!

Even if she doesn't "use" her husband.

I beg you, leave me be! Don't worry about me!

It's pointless. I want to get away.

You stay here!

I have some things to tell you.

I almost forced you to come with me because

I know that a woman in this situation is up to do the most foolish things.

If you have to �� only under my supervision.

She sure made use of that!

The marriage? That is okay. It's for the child.

I thought you would come to your

senses before you divorce.

But now it's enough!

Now I have to intervene!

What do you want?

Just confess that you love Herr Stengholt.

You will withdraw your divorce at once!

Come in!

Frau Schellhorn wants to see Frau Strengholt.

Just so you know... that's the reason!

Vera? �Yes.

I almost destroyed everything.

I have no right. She should have him.

Is that possible?

Let me tell you something. Let her in!

In love, generosity is the biggest lie.

I hope you understand.

Thomas, come on. Let's have a whiskey.

Please

I'm in such a hurry. My rehearsal is at two.

I have to tell you something. Straightforward.

I've been at Gustl's.

We talked about everything.

I noticed how confused he his. How torn apart.

He likes you so much.

That one child is not even enough.

Please leave.

A person like Gustl, I know him better than you, you can't just show him the door.

Of course not.

But please consider that I'm not doing it for myself.

But?

Do I have to say it?

Because of me?

I wouldn't have guessed that.

You really are an angel.

But Susanne, you fool!

Just because I like him in my own way you make scene like in a tragic opera?

To torture yourself just for me.

It's been three years that you love him.

You can't just erase that.

Well, one can also imagine things.

Others have a heart defect, I have too much imagination.

Do you know what a dissonance is?

If it's not right.

For you it was right from the start.

I want just one thing � to be allowed like you.

And not be a total stranger to Gustl.

That's not asked too much!

Yes.

What am I supposed to do?

Think of your child � and love him like back then.

And catch a train and get to him as soon as you can!

Get to him? Where did he go, for heaven's sake?

I don't know. He wanted to be alone.

Do you think you'll find him?

You bet! This time I'll find him!

He's been up for thee days.

Thanks a lot.

Do you know how long he's staying?

He few days. For new year's eve.

He didn't talk much this time. Wasn't as funny anymore, either.

Well, everyone carries his own baggage.

There he is!

The angel. How did it get here?

He made it home!

He said it's not an angel of fortune.

Rather an angel of misfortune.

I think the city people didn't get him right.

That's why he brought misfortune.

You must be right.

Even fortune wants to be understood.

Of course, otherwise you won't have it.

And you don't deserve to be fortunate.

What do you want here?

Good evening.

I didn't ask you what time of day it is.

What do you want here?

I'm looking for a man.

All women do.

But I'm looking for my man.

Did you lose him?

He ran away.

Bravo. Finally a man!

He made him mad, didn't you?

You had to be stubborn! �Yes.

Without knowing how much you hurt him.

Yes, err, no.

At the station in Mittel-Griesau.

Where? �Mittel-Griesau.

Oh god!

I was at Ober-Griesau.

You passed me then!

Thank god.

Why?

You were there! �Yes, I was.

This man, waiting for you with a heart full of love...

The whole heart full of love?

Don't interrupt me.

Who didn't forget you for two years. -Really?

Who happily married you! �Yes?

He's finally fed up with you!

He loves me.

Leave the hut at once!

I'm about to.

You've got a strange sense of time.

There is an old rule in skiing...

Into the hut.

Off with the shoes.

What do you need to take off...

to notice you lost all tactfulness?

It's the first time I'm facing this question.

I wanted to take them out anyways.

And now?

The backpack. �I know.

Should I remove you in rates?

Yes. �Done.

Not the backpack! �Why not?

I brought you the angel.

You brought the angel?

The angel of misfortune.

Angel of fortune!

You didn't change at all.

Nor did you.

The End