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LOVE, DIVIDED

Careful. Please be careful.

Quite a scene, sweet pea.

The "scene" started an hour ago.

I'm good, thanks.

I only had a few other things to do, like groceries,

the dry cleaner, get the car from the garage,

two Zoom calls, one on the way here,

which caused me to run multiple yellow lights.

Good job, but you could've let me know.

Why are you so nervous? It's all good.

Something's wrong!

What are you doing?

You put one scratch on that thing, and you're toast.

Let me concentrate, please, ma'am. I needed to adjust the angle.

You're "ma'aming" me?

- Concentrate over there. - You can't touch...

What are you doing? Ma'am! No!

- No, no, no, no!

Are you nuts?

I'm not leaving until that piano is safe and sound in its new home.

Now, come on. Just get it up.

- Let me do my job, please.

So, Tina? What do you think?

Isn't it cool? Great location and cheap.

Yeah, it's fine.

It's not as grand as Óscar's place,

but the important thing is that it's yours.

I have news.

Guess who asked me for my number?

You know the guy who works for the agency I told you about?

The one between handsome and cute?

And a bit too young.

Maybe. Oh, I almost forgot to tell you.

I got you a job.

- Like "work" work? - Mm-hmm.

One of my friends is on sick leave, and they need a replacement.

Thanks, but you know that I have to practice.

The audition's in three weeks. I don't have time to work.

And you're gonna pay your rent with magic? Or with lessons?

Valentina!

- Yeah? - You have to work.

Okay, but what is it?

Doesn't matter. You're perfect for it.

Do you have experience behind a bar?

No.

How about table service?

Not really. But I'm a quick learner.

I speak a little Mandarin and German.

- Is that so? - Mm-hmm.

Can you make me a green detox organic smoothie, please?

D-what?

Gluten-free with spinach?

Mmm, I prefer kale.

My ex-boyfriend is one of those.

I know the elliptic integral is not correct.

Don't look at me like that.

You were talking to the cat again, weren't you?

Did you remember to bring the glue?

Phew! David, you gotta crack open some windows.

No. It's too noisy.

How many pairs of those do you have?

As many as I need. Otherwise, I go crazy looking for them.

You going crazy? I can't imagine.

Ha!

What's new? You making any progress?

- There is something new. - Yeah?

Uh-huh, next door. A new tenant.

- Who? - Doesn't matter.

They won't even last a day. As usual.

Again, Dave? That'll make you crazy, man.

Nacho, I've never felt better.

But how do you know they won't be perfectly nice neighbors?

Statistics.

You're so pig-headed. This whole thing needs to stop.

You can't stay locked in here like a hermit forever!

It's been three years. You need to move on.

- Life goes on. The world keeps spinning. - Maybe the world's got it all wrong.

You're becoming unbearable. Do you even hear yourself?

It's literally impossible if you never shut up.

If that's how it is, I won't come anymore. Okay? I mean it.

- Find someone else to do your groceries. - You know, you say these things every day.

You understand that someday the royalties from Breaking Mind will end?

Hmm. By then, I'll have figured this out.

Yeah. And if it doesn't work?

This game is far superior to Breaking Mind. I guarantee it'll work.

I'm not so sure, David. You keep making it more complicated.

You're designing something that no one can solve.

The fun is in the trying. Even if you fail.

That is the worst slogan I've ever heard in my life.

Don't worry. This game will sell itself.

Shouldn't you be at the shop?

David.

Mm-hmm.

What?

The talking to the cat has to stop. It's just too weird.

♪ Only then will it be enough ♪

♪ To just be myself and nothing else ♪

♪ I know that one of these days I'll dare to dance ♪

♪ When everyone is watching ♪

♪ No matter what they say ♪

♪ The sun will come out... ♪

Come on. Come on.

Hi, I'm Carmen. Well, actually, I'm not Carmen.

I'm Carmen's voice mail.

Anyway, I'm busy right now, so I can't pick up the phone.

- Leave your message. Thanks.

I'm sure there's a logical explanation for it.

But I told you! You were rushing into things.

You're not ready to live alone.

And that neighborhood isn't for you.

So, you're really not hungry?

Really. Thanks.

Here you are.

Your favorite rooibos.

I'm fine, really.

You look stressed.

Allez.

There.

You see? Everything's just as you left it.

I'll call the movers and get your things back here first thing tomorrow.

No.

Thanks, but I'm just staying the night.

Oh?

I'll sleep here.

Not a chance.

You'll sleep upstairs. I'll sleep here.

- Óscar, that's... - I insist.

Thank you.

It's better this way since I'm leaving early for Paris.

You can sleep in as late as you want.

I'm leaving early for work.

For work?

Yeah, at the piano.

Practicing is all I do.

For the audition. No time for distractions.

It's all I can think about.

Should I call Guillaume?

No, Óscar. I need to do this myself.

Mmm. Mon petit hummingbird is spreading her wings.

That makes me feel very proud.

Help me! Help! Help!

Hello, sir. I just moved in upstairs.

I just wanted to ask you if you heard any noises last night.

Very loud noises.

Many years ago,

there was a terrible accident.

A man drowned in the bathtub.

The image is burned in my mind.

His body being lowered down that very staircase.

Shortly after, the banging started

and strange noises.

Are you saying... are you telling me the noises

that I heard are from a...

- From a ghost!

The only ghost is the guy on the ground level.

He thinks we don't know he wears a toupee.

No, no, no, no, no, no. Please, no. Not again.

Hey! Quiet!

Will you please be quiet?

Who's there?

- Sh.

I heard you! And I heard your cat!

Hi.

Hi.

Who are you?

I'm your neighbor.

And why do you wanna scare me?

Because there's a major lack of insulation between these two apartments.

You hear this?

Hollow walls. You hear everything.

I've tried to get it taken care of, but the other residents can never agree.

Besides the fact, they're cheap and refuse to pay.

All they come up with are excuses.

Listen, I'll meet you in the hall so we can talk in person. 'Kay?

We're not in the same building.

We're not even in the same district, which makes things even more difficult.

The fact that our apartments are connected is a structural anomaly.

That's inconvenient.

The inconvenience is that I work from home,

and I require absolute silence.

Absolute. And I can't work anywhere else.

But I don't make any noise.

You play piano.

But that's not noise. That's music.

It bothers me anyway.

All right.

I understand you.

I think.

But we have to figure out what we're going to do.

Like, maybe we could set up a schedule so we don't bother each other.

No, no, no.

When I said you hear everything...

...I mean everything.

You have suggestions? What's the plan?

One of us will have to leave.

Me?

I was here first.

Is this your twisted strategy,

using your freaky noises

to... to scare all your potential neighbors away?

That's pretty much it.

That is absurd.

But very effective.

Oh my goodness. He's nuts.

That might be true.

Hmm.

I'm different.

It's taken a lot for me to get here.

So, no.

I'm not leaving.

Challenge accepted.

Neighbor.

Rise and shine! A bit of exercise this morning?

A chainsaw? Seriously?

Mmm, that explains the cheap rent and no security deposit.

Mmm, that is suspect.

What'd you put in here? It's awful.

Green things. There's a ton of them.

Excuse me. I'd like a cucumber, spinach, celery, and beetroot chia, please.

Sure, I'll get it in a second.

Yes. It'll just take two seconds to make, miss.

It's not too much to serve customers, is it?

It's my fault, Sebas. I was distracting her.

- Please, get a move on. - She will.

I can't take it anymore.

I can't practice. I can't sleep. And it's only two weeks to the audition.

Torture 101. Sleep deprivation.

Effective as hell.

Not too original, but great at messing people up.

All you're doing is playing?

Time to up your game.

How, Carmen. I can't even think straight.

Come on, Valentina.

Did you hoist that piano up five floors to give in to this guy?

- No. - Or go back to Óscar?

- Or back to your parents? - No.

No, you did not.

It's time to counterattack, Cousin. Use your weapons.

Okay! I give in!

Sorry? I didn't quite catch that.

I give in. It's over. You win.

Please turn that thing off.

You'll leave me alone?

I will.

To play as much as I want?

Play the piano as much as you want, but please, turn that thing off.

We'll take turns like you suggested.

I'll work in the morning, and you can practice in the afternoon.

Is that good?

No, it's not, because I can only practice in the morning.

I work afternoons at USB, the smoothie bar just around the corner.

Yeah, but I really do all of my best work early in the morning.

It's a deal. You get the mornings.

Like I suggested.

We have to wait, Murphy.

It's my turn!

I just need one more minute. I have to get this part right.

I don't care. It's my turn.

I promise it'll just be a few minutes. I've almost got it.

- No, you don't got it.

I do. Hold on.

No, you don't need more time.

You're just not equipped to play Beethoven.

I'm not what?

What you think sounds like Beethoven

doesn't come close to feeling like Beethoven.

Beethoven was a man tortured by the death of his mother

and by a father who forced him to be the next Mozart.

His music feels like a desire for freedom and unrequited love.

Loneliness. Rage!

Ah! So you're an expert in classical music?

Actually, I am.

My dad was a sound engineer in a music studio,

and I spent half my childhood listening to classical recordings.

If I know one thing, it's that that was not Beethoven.

So you listened. It's so easy to criticize when you can't even play a thing!

I couldn't hear you 'cause my ears are bleeding.

I can't friggin' stand you!

Why? Because I'm the first to tell you the truth?

Your technique's perfect, but there's no soul.

You're like a robot.

Well, you're the most unbearable person I've never laid eyes on!

You're cranky, bitter, and so arrogant!

That feels like Beethoven.

Neighbor-man?

Yeah?

I think I went a little overboard this morning.

I admit I wasn't very nice either.

I went too far. I shouldn't have said those things.

I apologize.

Listen.

I was just wondering,

what do you spend all day working on?

Ah! Hmm. I design games.

I'm working on my latest invention. The Ultimax.

The Ulti-what?

Ultimax.

It's a game that uses the symmetry of a sphere

to create parallax effects to alter a player's perception.

I'm probably boring you.

I've been working on this for three years.

Already.

And you're a professional musician?

- That's my dream.

I'm practicing for a really big audition.

If I make it, they'll train me to play in concerts someday.

I've heard you sing.

You have a lovely voice.

Thank you.

That song is nothing, really.

I wrote it a while ago.

I used to compose and sing my own songs,

but I don't have time for that now.

That's a shame.

You should write more. It's good stuff.

My ex-boyfriend told me to stop wasting my time and focus on piano.

Your ex?

Yeah, he did.

He conducts orchestras.

He's the most talented musician I've ever met.

I was super lucky that he helped me.

Sorry, but I don't understand.

Why can't you keep singing and playing the piano?

Like Óscar says,

"If you wanna get to the top, you have to be single-minded."

And you?

Hmm?

You don't leave your place much, do you?

No.

Mostly since I'm not very good with people.

What kind?

I don't know, the human kind. People in general.

Let's say I'm not very comfortable

in situations where you have to socialize... and talk and smile with everyone

when you don't feel like it.

But talking with someone

through a wall...

it's nice, right?

Yes.

It reminds me of how blind piano tuners work.

They might not have their eyesight, but their other senses are sharper.

Yes, that's the essence of it.

Now picture a meal.

Maybe a date where you just have to be.

Enjoying the evening in silence.

Appreciating the food. Having a nice glass of wine.

I think that talking overwhelms our other senses

and keeps us from enjoying the...

The simpler things.

Exactly.

You don't have to answer this, but what do you look like?

Me?

Well, I'm

tallish.

Brown hair.

Beard and mustache.

- Eyes? - Two.

Blue.

Hey.

What's your cat's name?

His name's Murphy.

- Murphy? - Mm-hmm.

- Like the world's best cowboy.

I love old-fashioned Westerns.

You?

I think they're interesting.

I have this thing for cowboy boots. It's all I ever wear.

Ever?

Ever.

You're not a fan?

Well, I don't know.

- Good morning, neighbor.

Good morning to you.

I'm sorry. Did I wake you?

No worries.

I don't mind.

Hi, Sebas!

Valentina, you're late. Get a move on.

I wanted to call this Urbanmarket by Sebastian Berruquete.

But, no, the neighborhood has gentrified,

and I had to come up with something hip. USB.

Bloody hell. Free Wi-Fi's not enough?

I can barely keep up with the gluten-free

and the vegan-friendly and every new trend that comes along.

Every day I reminisce about the old days,

making pig's-ear tapas and black pudding with my dad.

It brings tears to my eyes.

People would take their... ...bread

and dip it and sop up all the sauce and then lick it off of their fingers.

Hmm.

- Good afternoon. - Good afternoon.

Good afternoon.

Excuse me.

Oh my God.

Did you catch a cold?

Yeah, I guess I caught something last night.

So much mucus.

So lovely.

Your eyes.

Maybe you want lemon tea?

A latte, actually. Please.

- You just want a latte? - Please.

Don't you want half-decaf with soy milk or oat milk?

No, thank you. Just coffee with some hot milk in it.

I like things simple.

I'm with you.

That's great.

- Sebas. - Yes?

- He's wearing cowboy boots. - Who?

The guy right there. Is he a regular?

No, but I get all sorts of people in here.

- He's different, right? - Very different. They all are.

Yeah, very different. A rare bird.

Two cappuccinos with almond milk.

Uh, thanks, but we ordered tomato juice and a strawberry smoothie.

You're very welcome, sir.

Sh.

COME HAVE DINNER WITH ME IN SILENCE... 3, MANCEBOS STREET, 5TH FLOOR

Sh.

- Hello? - Yeah, it's Nacho. Can you hear me?

Sure. Where are you calling from?

I'm calling with a temporary phone

because mine is in my car that just got towed, and I'm screwed.

And?

And I'm going crazy because my wallet, my cards, and house keys are in there.

- Plus, the keys to the shop, of course. - What do you want me to do?

What you can do is bring me some money

so that I can take a taxi to the pound and get my car back.

No, I can't. I haven't been outside

in three years, and I'm not going outside today.

Buddy, listen. I'm texting you the address where I am now.

- I have to give them their phone back. - I'm not coming.

- I'll be waiting for you. - You'll be waiting all...

- Nacho, I'm not coming, okay?

Psst. Dude, it's about time. Where were you?

- Where the hell would I be? - Whatever, let's go.

What's with the jacket?

I wear jackets every day. You just never notice.

I'd notice that plaid.

- Fine. - How much do you need?

- For what? - What do you think? Your car.

Oh! Ah, I'll... I'll tell ya later.

- I need to get back to the apartment, so... - Come on. This won't take long. Here.

- What is this? - Uh, David.

Promise you'll try to listen to them. That's all. Come on. Hi.

Here's our genius.

And I brought David too.

- David, a pleasure.

Welcome to Toy & Toy.

This is Gonzalo, Sales Manager,

and I'm Maite, Head of Design and Business Management.

How are you? What the hell is all this?

We were under the impression your partner...

In broad terms, yes.

Your Breaking Mind is a real game-changer.

Pun intended. Get it?

Our company wants to buy the rights to all your toys.

What for?

Come on.

So that they sell better.

They sell fine. In the store we own.

Can you please stop talking and listen a little?

We'd also like to take over the distribution of your new toy.

Nacho told us about it. The Ultimax, right?

Uh, the name might need a little bit of tweaking.

Ah, that's nothing.

The problem is that it's not just mine. And it's still in the works.

Yes, but you could most definitely complete it in time...

You seem to have wasted your time. Sorry.

David, we'd be aiming to distribute your game internationally.

We have outlets all over the world.

Yeah, I know that.

And your outlets are what kill shops like ours.

Uh... uh... maybe what you're saying is true,

but this deal would give you the opportunity

to reach kids from all over the world.

That's what you want, right?

Perhaps, if he sees the numbers...

That is precisely the problem.

Numbers are all people like you think about.

Numbers, units, figures.

- But the children? - Easy, buddy.

Who considers the kids?

These big chain stores like yours are the enemies of intelligence.

And big shots like you,

all you ever do is create monsters.

- Well, maybe... - Brainless monsters.

Companies like yours are to blame for our society's mental alienation.

One day, you'll realize that.

You actually think I want to be a part of that?

Helping you dumb down kids and turn them into zombies?

You should be ashamed. Shame on you.

What do you want? Get your hands off me!

Pleasure.

- Hi there. - Sh.

A toast?

Is it okay to talk now?

What's your name?

Something wrong?

No.

I thought you preferred sharing a meal in silence.

You know?

I do appreciate silence.

A lot.

But I'd like to know more about you.

More?

Of course. For example, you play piano.

That's cool. I play lead guitar and sing in a band with some friends.

We can play rock, uh, funk, a lot of country.

You should come listen to us play.

We have a gig at a bar next week.

Sorry, but would you happen to have a beer?

I can't really drink wine. Makes me...

Are you at home?

No.

I'm in yours.

I'm an idiot,

but it's just that it was a mistake to invite you here.

What?

You have to leave. I'm sorry.

- Is this a joke? - Sh. Lower your voice, please.

Why?

Because I have a migraine coming on.

- I'll see you again sometime. Yeah? - What?

It's weird, but I can be quiet if you want.

- Is it the shirt? - This was great.

Neighbor?

Hi, neighbor.

Hi.

- You went out? - Yes.

It won't happen again. I assure you.

How are you?

Fine. I'm fine.

All good.

Kinda quiet around here.

I missed your voice.

Hmm.

You did?

Yes.

Yesterday was nice. Wasn't it?

It's been a really long time since I felt so good talking to someone.

Yes, it was lovely.

Would you like to come over for dinner?

Or a drink?

Actually, to be perfectly honest,

I haven't had much luck with dinners lately.

- Forget it. I shouldn't have asked. - No, I'm glad you asked, but I can't...

No, I understand.

I'm not very good at these things.

No, it's nothing like that at all.

It's 'cause I think...

things are perfect.

Like this?

Yes.

You on your side,

and me on mine.

No pressure.

No expectations.

Through the wall?

Through the wall.

You like to be alone.

And I think that I need that too.

So,

would that mean we're together?

Together...

but separate.

- What do you say, neighbor?

Do you think it's possible?

It's unusual.

Yeah.

But I do think it's possible...

neighbor.

I grew up in a small town where everyone knows everyone.

Which town?

So what you have to do is get all of your tokens to the top of the pyramid

but respecting the color blocks.

I sang a lot when I was little.

Like, all the time. Day and night.

Nacho's like a brother to me.

Are you more sweet or savory?

Regular coffee, no milk, no sugar.

F3!

Are you sunk?

No!

Look! This is Murphy! See him?

The greatest cowboy ever.

Good morning, neighbor.

Here's table six, and I wanna murder that guy.

"Excuse me, are your greens cultivated in sustainable conditions?"

Jesus! I'm wearin' an apron! Do I look like an agronomist?

What is it?

Uh, doesn't all that sunlight bother you?

I mean, I'll be covered in freckles if I go near the windows today.

So put on some sunscreen, or I'm throwin' you outta here.

I can barely deal with these crazy requests.

Now move your muffins.

Two vegan chocolate chip sesame muffins.

Everything okay, miss?

Yes. We're doing an in-house survey, and I don't want you to miss out.

What's your opinion of the service and the food?

Hummingbird?

Óscar!

Hi.

Hi. What a coincidence!

I don't usually stop in here ever. What's new?

Will you sit down with me?

I'm not allowed.

Not allowed?

'Cause I'm not available.

- Why not? - Because she's meeting me.

Her cousin and best friend.

Exactly.

- Carmen. - Óscar.

Well, how about you both join me?

The spinach, banana, ginger special is quite acceptable.

Mmm.

By the way, I had a look at the registration for the audition.

The numbers are double what they had last year.

Over 200 already.

- 200? - Mmm.

Don't worry, Tina. For you, it's a piece of cake.

The service here is terrible.

Honestly, I think that the waiter hates me.

Excuse me?

Could we get some service here, please?

Of course. What can I get you?

How about I start with you, lovely ladies?

Water.

- Room temperature if you could. - Uh-huh.

Do you want anything, Valentina?

No, thank you.

Are you sure? Perhaps a fresh-squeezed juice?

Princess looks thirsty.

Coffee, gin and tonic, or...

- No, thank you. - She'll have a rooibos tea.

She said she doesn't want anything.

If you could make up your minds. My waitress is on break, apparently,

so I have to cover, and the work is piling up.

Bring the rooibos.

- A rooibos. - Please?

Mm-hmm.

- It's gone. - What?

My wallet.

Carmen, it's right there. What are you talking about?

No, the other wallet.

Your other wallet?

You think it was stolen?

In the subway.

Sneaky thieves. You were right there.

Yes, right! Earlier.

My whole life's in that wallet.

Now I'm gonna have to go file a police report and replace all my cards.

- Óscar? Drive me there? - Hmm?

Of course I don't mind, but there's a police station four blocks away.

Yeah, but in my state, I'm close to passing out.

I have all the symptoms of a breakdown.

I could start hyperventilating, so grab your stuff and let's go.

I'm at your service.

You're not coming?

No, you have to go practice.

You have more important things to do, like beat 200 other candidates.

Time's wasting.

- I guess we'll catch up later? - Sure, that would be really great.

Hmm.

That way?

He got me out of my hometown.

And got me the best teachers.

He discovered me.

- I owe him everything. - Everything. That's a bit much, no?

Weren't you already playing when you met?

I wanted to be a singer. Can you imagine?

If it weren't for him, I'd never be up for this audition, Sebas.

Or make a living as a pianist.

What if they don't pick me? I have no other skills.

All I know is the piano and waitressing.

Well, waitressing...

- Hey!

Honestly, you are by far the worst waitress I've ever had.

And that's including the one who was lazy, super rude,

and spilled everything.

Look, I don't know the first thing about music,

but people, I do.

Comes with age.

So I know that underneath that fragile, sweet appearance

is the heart of a lion.

But you have to believe in yourself.

The only one you should listen to is yourself.

Not to Óscar. Not to Carmen.

Not your boss.

I shouldn't even have to say it.

It keeps getting better.

- You think? - No doubt.

Are you finished?

Yes.

Do you take requests?

Of course. Chopin?

No.

I'm hoping to hear your song.

My song?

Yes, your song.

I...

Um, I haven't played it in a while.

Then it's about time you got back to playing it, don't you think? Hmm?

Such a nice start.

- Why'd you stop?

Murphy wants the rest.

♪ When will the sun shine Through my window ♪

♪ And chase away the shadows On my pillow? ♪

♪ When will I wake up Without feeling afraid ♪

♪ Of not being everything Everyone expects? ♪

♪ Only then will it be enough ♪

♪ To just be myself and nothing else ♪

♪ I know that one of these days ♪

♪ I'll dare to dance ♪

♪ When everyone is watching ♪

♪ No matter what they say ♪

Let's go.

The trick is to chop the vegetables very thinly,

but it's no big deal if they're not perfect.

Got it?

Yeah, sure. I got it.

Now, ready for the bechamel?

Boy, am I ever.

The key here is proportion.

If you're off by even one gram, the whole thing will be a disaster.

Fifty grams of butter.

Perfection.

Fifty grams of flour.

Uh...

- All good? - Yeah.

You never mentioned that you like to cook.

I'm still a bit rusty, but it's a lot like riding a bicycle.

Now, we're going to combine everything with a bit of milk.

- We are? - Just a bit.

Do you have some?

Yes, I do.

The oven's on high, so it's nice and crispy, right?

Yes.

Impeccable.

How's yours?

- It looks wonderful.

Come in.

- I assume it's an apology dinner?

- Hey. - Hiya.

So glad you could make it.

What's wrong? Lost your voice?

- You're dressed up? - No. I just combed my hair.

And you're smiling. You don't do that.

I smell smoke. Were you cooking?

Yes, obviously.

Wow, dude, you smell nice. What's going on?

Explain.

Um, I kinda met someone.

That's great, Valentina. I'm so happy for you!

- You mean you met a guy, right? - Yes, he's a guy.

Yeah, buddy! It's about time! Come here!

Too much. Don't hug me.

Let me introduce you.

- Where is she? - There.

Hi.

- Jesus, man. First the cat, now the wall? - Sh.

Uh...

- Hello? - So, it's the neighbor?

Yes. She is. Hi!

Hi.

So, um, I'm Carmen. I'm Tina's cousin.

We don't use names.

Nice to meet you, Carmen. This is my friend Nacho.

- Uh, hey. How are ya? - Why are you talking like that?

- I always talk like this. - No.

Mmm. Lasagna, my favorite.

- That's lasagna? - Sh, Carmen!

- Shall we sit down and start? - Absolutely.

We're facing the wall?

Of course. Sit.

Mmm. This looks amazing. I'm not touching it.

- Don't talk so weird. - I'm not talking weird.

- Wine? - Yes. Red.

That's the deal. Why do you think it's odd?

Come on, guys. Let's tell it like it is.

Weird is putting it mildly.

You can call it what you want. It works for both of us.

We don't need to see each other. Honestly.

Personally, I think

that what makes a romantic relationship special is the feeling of closeness

and being with that person, touching their skin, smelling them.

What do you think, Nacho?

I agree 100% on all of it, but you forgot the most important thing.

- Which is? - The glance.

When a couple really know each other,

they just exchange one glance, and neither has to say another word.

Mmm.

- A romantic, but on the nose. - Right?

Whereas you two have to say everything.

You have no subtext.

So we talk to each other. That's not good?

Besides, what we're doing isn't very different

from talking to a perfect stranger on a dating app.

Mm-hmm.

Even if it seems absurd,

the truth is the majority of relationships start like this.

Without seeing or knowing the person on the other side.

Yeah, but there's photos to show what the person looks like.

Yes, there's photos.

But how do you know if they're authentic?

- Yeah, I'll give you points on that. - Mmm.

But aren't you even a little curious what you're like?

We've described each other.

Sure you have. Wait till she sees the real you.

If one of you says something about beauty's on the inside, I'll puke.

You know what though?

I think I can picture what you look like just from your voice, Carmen.

- Really? - Really.

Let's hear it.

You're tall. That's a no-brainer.

Um, you have short hair.

- Deep, dark eyes. Almost black.

- What's that? - Nothing, you're doing great.

Quite impressive. Let's hear more.

You definitely wear glasses.

Wow. Unbelievable.

- Totally nailed it. - Told ya!

- Now let me try. Hmm? - Bring it.

You are a little bit shorter than average.

And, um, you have brown hair, blue or green eyes,

and you're one of those people who's really fond of hoodies.

What? Anything close?

Uh, not bad. You got a few.

Oh! I gotta get home.

Well, I really enjoyed this.

I think it's the best evening I've spent talking through a wall ever.

It was nice to meet you or whatever this was.

- Thanks for coming. - Same here.

- Your friend sounds awesome. - Doesn't he?

- But probably ugly as hell. - Carmen...

Nacho? What do you think?

- Fine. The whole thing is fine. - Come on. That's all?

No, man. I think you're both out of your freaking minds. That's all.

Nacho. Nacho!

Sorry. I guess I'm kinda nervous.

Try to go gentler on the keys.

Thank you.

- No! No! No!

That is not Beethoven.

The perfection in Beethoven's compositions is in the tempo.

In the meter.

In the balance of harmony.

That is not how you play Beethoven.

As my musicians,

I expect you to feel like artists above all.

And then as part of the orchestra.

Not the reverse.

I don't lead an orchestra.

I am an artist who directs other artists.

That's enough for today. Thank you.

Mon petit hummingbird.

What brings you here?

Auditions.

I had to come in and take care of the paperwork.

You're so close.

Two days.

Are you nervous?

A bit, I guess.

They'll be so impressed. You'll see.

When I saw you working at the smoothie bar...

You saw me working?

Of course I saw you, sweetheart.

Carmen could win an Oscar.

Yeah.

You don't have to be ashamed of anything.

I realized you had to lie because I haven't earned your trust.

I want you to know that you can count on me no matter what.

For anything.

- Mmm.

- Howdy, neighbor.

Hi, neighbor. Óscar is on his way over.

- Óscar? Psst.

- My ex. - Yeah?

I really want his opinion since he's such a respected conductor.

Ah.

This is really important to me.

Please don't say anything. We'll talk later.

Fine.

- Hi. - Hi.

Thanks for coming.

I parked out front. I hope the car's okay.

I approve.

Yes.

I really like it.

It has a certain, uh, charme?

Charme?

But it's missing something.

So you found it.

No, not quite. Yours got lost when you moved out.

But I had a concert in Paris and went to every single antique shop

until I found one like yours.

Every single one. Sure.

Why don't we get started?

As you wish.

Relax your shoulders.

Breathe.

That's better.

Position.

- Um, I'll pick it up where I left off.

Valentina, stop.

You're very distracted, mon petit hummingbird.

Should I make you a rooibos?

No. I'm all right. Really. I just don't know why I'm so...

I know you can do so much better.

I believe in you.

You do know that?

But all this.

Who knows? Maybe it's all too much for you.

The new job. The move.

Maybe you should come back home. At least until the audition.

No.

I can't. We already talked about that, Óscar.

I know how you play. You're better than that.

I'm the only one who hears your full potential.

Valentina.

I miss you so much.

I think it... would be best if you go.

I'm sorry. We can try another piece.

What's that?

Wind.

The wind distorts the noises from the street,

and then it creates these strange sounds any time of day.

- But you need to leave, 'kay? - I'm sorry. I misread the situation.

I'm very grateful that you came to help me.

- I feel like a fool. - No, Óscar. I'm the one who's sorry.

You know where to find me if there's anything.

Yep! Thanks.

Why'd you have to be so rude?

Mon petit hummingbird?

Seriously?

- It's just a sign of affection. - How could you even stand that guy?

It's none of your business what I feel for him.

Could he be more condescending?

- You didn't have to listen. - What choice did I have?

I don't know, leave. Give us a little privacy.

So, you wanted to be alone with him? Is that it?

What are you talking about?

You didn't bother to introduce us.

Damn. That's all I needed.

Are you actually jealous?

What are the chances of maintaining our relationship

through this wall if we don't trust each other?

Good. I mean, none.

I mean, just give me a second.

The last thing I need is someone telling me how to live my life.

I've had enough!

Enough! I'm so fed up!

- Any idea what it took to get here? - Neighbor, hold on.

I am not going to let anybody get in my way.

It's my life. I decide.

Is that clear?

Crystal clear.

Can you believe that our first fight was

over a ridiculous fit of jealousy?

I don't understand why he would think that he has to worry.

Carmen, are you even listening?

Yes. I heard every word.

I was just exchanging with...

The guy from the agency that I mentioned...

I told you he's pretty good-looking.

Well, the last few days, he's been trying to get me to meet him.

Only it's kind of complicated because my place is off-limits,

and he shares an apartment

with his mom.

- With his mother? - You're in no position to judge.

Fair enough.

Ooh! I better get going.

But swear you'll keep me posted on the drama. Yeah? Bye.

See you.

Bye, Sebas.

Sebas?

Uh, is now a good time to ask you for a favor?

A good time?

I haven't had a good time since I came into this world,

which was sometime in the '60s.

What do you need?

I need the entire day off tomorrow.

All right, sure.

- Really? - Yes. Tomorrow's the audition.

Yes. It's super hard to get in, you know, but I really...

You'll get in.

Then you're gonna come back here to hand over your apron

and say goodbye.

You'll get in for sure.

Sh, sh. Quiet.

Sh, sh, sh.

Neighbor?

Do you mind if I practice for a bit?

Neighbor?

Do whatever you want.

It's just that I worked later than usual, and I'm...

You don't have to explain anything to me.

What happened earlier, I don't want you to...

Forget it. It doesn't bother me.

Practice all you want.

Can't we just talk?

I don't think there's anything to talk about.

You know I can hear everything.

Honestly, I thought we had something special.

Neighbor.

Can you please leave me alone?

Listen.

Sometimes things are not what they seem. And this is one of them.

I wasn't here this afternoon.

But, obviously, you don't trust me.

I thought about this a lot, and it's going nowhere.

The whole idea was stupid.

In the end,

it's better that we never did see each other.

I'll find a different place to live,

which is what I should have done from day one.

- The evidence!

You could've let me know.

Guilty as charged.

I'll talk to him if you want me to.

No, it's all right.

So I'm thinking the best thing for me to do is move.

I'm not surprised.

You always do this, Tina.

You really wanna run? You're gonna jump ship because of what?

You're scared of what could happen?

What will happen with a guy I've never laid eyes on?

We were fools.

Two fools thinking they had something special, talking through a wall.

Mama.

- Hey. - Hi, sweetie.

- Hi, Auntie. - Did we wake you up, honey?

No. I had a scary dream.

Well, let's turn your pillow over and change that.

What you have with your neighbor,

some people never have.

Come on. Let's go.

Do you think Auntie can come sing to me?

Not tonight, lovey. She's tired. But I'll do it.

No, mama. You don't know how to sing.

Buddy, I appreciate your honesty.

- Hi. - David!

Hi.

You always do this, Nacho. But I'm telling you, it won't work.

I like it.

You have to get all the pieces of your color to the top to win, right?

What's happening?

Nacho's trying to change the rules, like always.

Not true. We said there weren't color groups.

- That's true. - You always take his side.

- Look. - Hold on.

With a red and an odd number, I win!

- That's not how it works. - Yes, it is! I win. Ha ha.

No way, María! You can't win like that. It's too hard.

- Sorry if your brain can't take it, David. - Oh boy.

You cheated, María.

No, I didn't. That's how Breaking Mind works.

You didn't win.

If you get an odd number, there's a rebound!

David, don't get mad. I'm just better. That's all.

Better at cheating!

No. With the rebound, all the remaining pieces get in.

Since when? I thought we decided

the rebound's supposed to move backward.

Why? That's dumb. That's not even what rebound means!

Anyway, no one's gonna play if it's too hard.

FINAL SALE STORE CLOSURE

G FOR GAMES

Be right with you.

Why didn't you tell me?

I wanted to, but I just couldn't.

"Wait till he feels better," I told myself.

But I waited three years.

I've managed to keep us afloat thanks to Breaking Mind,

but sales have dropped.

And hardly anyone comes in.

Why did you come in?

Why did I? To see you.

Of course.

You slept with her?

You two crossed the wall?

We're not even speaking.

It was a dumb idea.

Let me see if I heard right.

You miraculously meet a girl without even trying,

who happens to be willing to put up with you,

and you're letting her go?

I'm not letting her go. She decided to go.

So go after her! Don't stay here!

I don't have time for a relationship. I have the Ultimax.

Fuck the Ultimax, David.

You have to find a better excuse. Don't blame it on her.

María was your fiancée, but I miss her, too, you know?

She was my sister.

I was the one who was gonna walk her down the aisle.

I was gonna give a speech to embarrass both of you.

But she left us.

That's all gone.

María is gone.

And you need to try to get your life back.

Or, I don't know, build yourself a new one.

You're good at building stuff.

We've heard enough. Thank you.

142?

Beethoven, please.

["Piano Concerto No. 5" by Beethoven playing]

Psst, neighbor.

Will you listen to me?

- Neighbor. - Why are you here?

Where's the feeling? You can do so much better.

Sh!

Go on.

You should get angry. Get pissed!

Use it to play like only you and I know.

Go away! Leave!

Sir, you can't be here.

I just need a minute. It's important.

I completely agree with you, okay?

I know that I'm a crank and insufferable. A complete idiot.

An idiot who failed you but who never stopped believing in you.

Show them how Beethoven's supposed to feel.

I'm done. You can relax now.

That's fine.

Thank you, miss. Who's next?

143?

Miss, please leave the stage for the next contestant.

♪ When will the sun shine Through my window ♪

♪ And chase away the shadows On my pillow? ♪

♪ When will I wake up Without feeling afraid ♪

♪ Of not being what everyone expects? ♪

♪ Only then will it be enough ♪

♪ To just be myself and nothing else ♪

♪ I know that one of these days I'll dare to dance ♪

♪ When everyone is watching ♪

♪ No matter what they say ♪

♪ The sun will come out ♪

♪ I'll find myself again ♪

♪ The girl I used to be ♪

♪ Unafraid to play... ♪

You said you were leaving, so move.

♪ When will I be able To look in the mirror ♪

♪ And see my strengths Not my insecurities? ♪

♪ When will I follow my heart again? ♪

♪ When will I stop Caring about mistakes? ♪

♪ Only then will it be enough ♪

♪ To do what I want and nothing more ♪

♪ I know that one of these days I'll dare to dance ♪

♪ When everyone is watching ♪

♪ No matter what they say ♪

♪ The sun will come out ♪

♪ I'll find myself again ♪

♪ The girl I used to be ♪

♪ Unafraid to play ♪

- Bravo! - Bravo!

Whoo!

Bravo!

Bravo!

Woo-hoo!

- That's my cousin!

Hey!

- You were amazing. You really showed them. - Such a beautiful song.

I don't know if the judges approved, but I went for it.

What do they know? Those snobs don't even deserve you.

Excuse me?

I suppose you will understand that we don't like wasting our time.

Yes.

I am so sorry for what happened.

Don't apologize.

You not passing this audition doesn't mean you don't have talent.

You do. In spades.

One of my closest friends is a music producer.

He's always looking for new voices.

And yours, my dear, is simply exquisite.

Unbelievable. Give it.

- Holy crap!

Hummingbird.

Óscar.

There'll be others.

Don't let it discourage you.

No.

There won't be any others.

This isn't what I want, Óscar. It's not for me.

What I really want is to perform my own songs.

You're throwing your future down the drain.

I put my entire reputation on the line for you.

I'm grateful for all of it, Óscar.

Hummingbird.

I hate that nickname.

I can't stand rooibos.

And from now on, I'll play Beethoven however I like.

Got it?

Bye, Óscar.

- I love you guys, but I gotta go. - Go for it!

Well, I actually need to run too.

- I have to go open up the café. - Yeah.

And find another waitress. I'll see you, champ.

- See ya. - See you soon.

- Bye. - Bye.

Alrighty. Ready?

Um, Carmen?

Yes.

You're the cousin and best friend?

Nacho? The lasagna fiasco?

Well, ours was delicious.

Ours wasn't edible.

Sorry.

Well, anyways, it's great to finally meet you in person.

Yeah, for sure. Nice to meet you as well. Uh, this is my son, Dani.

- Oh! - Dani, this is Nacho.

- How are you? Nice to meet you. - Hi, Nacho.

You're off?

Actually, we're, um, getting ice cream if you wanna join us?

I would love to. But only if Dani's cool with it.

- I'm cool. - Let's go.

Lead the way.

- I guess you don't wear glasses?

- No, and I don't have short hair. - Right.

- But you are rocking that hoodie. - Let's not go there.

See ya!

Neighbor?

Neighbor?

Hi, neighbor.

Hello.

- I want to tell you... - Hold on.

First of all, I'd like to apologize.

- May I?

I didn't mean to butt into your life.

Well, I did, but not in the way you think.

I don't trust too many people, but I trust you.

You make me want to leave my house.

You there?

I need to ask you something very important.

Okay.

Do you really only wear cowboy boots?

- No.

I actually bought my first pair today just to come to your audition.

But they only had a size 40, and now I can't seem to get them off.

You all right?

I am better than ever.

I'll do it.

- Step away.

Hi.

♪ When will the sun shine Through my window ♪

♪ And chase away the shadows On my pillow? ♪

♪ When will I wake up Without feeling afraid ♪

♪ Of not being everything Everyone expects? ♪

♪ Only then will it be enough ♪

♪ To just be myself and nothing else ♪

♪ I know that one of these days I'll dare to dance ♪

♪ When everyone is watching ♪

♪ No matter what they say ♪

♪ The sun will come out ♪

♪ I'll find myself again ♪

♪ The girl I used to be ♪

♪ Unafraid to play ♪

♪ When will I be able To look in the mirror ♪

♪ And see my strengths Not my insecurities? ♪

♪ When will I follow my heart again? ♪

♪ When will I stop Caring about mistakes? ♪

♪ Only then will it be enough ♪

♪ To do what I want and nothing more ♪

♪ I know that one of these days I'll dare to dance ♪

♪ When everyone is watching ♪

♪ No matter what they say ♪

♪ The sun will come out ♪

♪ I'll find myself again ♪

♪ The girl I used to be ♪

♪ Unafraid to play ♪