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[woman sighs]

I'm getting married in three weeks.

I'm getting married in three weeks.

I'm a fucking mess.

I'm a goddamn fucking mess.

I need psychological help, because seriously... [sighs]

Just blame me and save yourself two years of therapy.

Don't make jokes right now. It's not fucking funny.

I mean, look at us. [chuckles]

This is your fourth time in rehab, Julio.

And I just... Seems like we keep ending up right where we started.

- [Irene sighs] - I think you need a hug.

[chuckles] Please.

I don't regret anything.

No. [chuckles sarcastically]

Of course not.

I mean, why would you regret anything?

[both laughing]

Why are you laughing?

- Because you're laughing. - [sighs]

[exhales deeply]

The years could've been a lot harder on you, don't you think?

I'm leaving.

I wish you the best of luck, but this is it, it's over. It's over.

[door shuts]

["Crying Tree" playing]

IN LOVE ALL OVER AGAIN

CHAPTER 7 THE INTERN

[music continues]

MADRID, SEPTEMBER 17, 2004

[indistinct chatter]

[music fades]

Oh, shut up. I'm not hungover.

But all this bitch wants is some food and a fucking nap.

I missed our Sunday get-togethers so much.

- [gasps] What are you doing here? - I know, I'm back.

- Jesus Christ! - [chuckling]

[Da] Could we get four beers over here now?

One alcohol-free. One of these girls is pregnant.

Just one for me, 'cause I still have to go home and unpack.

Okay?

- [Da] Bring us four more, okay? - No, that's enough, we're done.

You can't imagine how much I've been looking forward to seeing you guys.

I mean, going back to school again without...

- I'm not even gonna mention him, because... - It's over.

I promise, I mean, the summer was ideal for that.

- For me to forget all about him. - Yeah.

Because I've accepted that he is someone I used to be involved with,

who got famous and forgot about me.

Nothing more, nothing less.

I don't even remember what he looks like, Julio, what's his name?

Me... Mera... Me... Mena... Me?

Mera, Pera. Fuck him, who's he, that guy Julio Mera, Pera?

NEVER, ALWAYS, NOT EVER

It's just... that his face is plastered all over Madrid.

- [groans] Have you seen it? - Mm.

[Da] Yeah, we have.

- Romano at his very best. - [Adri] It's one hell of a movie.

I really think you might like it.

No, I'm not going to watch it.

- I don't care. - We can help take it. Really.

No, no, no. Thanks. I gotta get back.

- I don't care. Couldn't care less. - You want us to tear down these posters?

[Laia] Playing the role of Norma,

I have the honor of welcoming the three-time Goya winner.

Cannes and Venice award winner,

Minerva León.

[clapping]

And playing Antonio, uh, Julio Meras.

- Mera. - [Laia] Ah, Mera, Mera, Mera.

Well, his first movie certainly was a sensation.

Deservedly so, I have to say.

But this is a different kind of film, you know.

So I hope you're not afraid of a challenge,

because everyone knows that filming with Laia Montaner isn't easy.

[chuckles]

You talk about yourself in third person, like a soccer player.

[all laugh]

[Laia] Handsome and feisty.

Now I understand why Romano was so crazy about you.

But don't kid yourself, my friend.

Your charm won't work on me the way it worked on him.

I want to see you as an actor, a performer, a true talent.

And playing Marga...

Is there any milk here?

- Right there. [chuckles] - Ah.

- Thank you. - There you are.

Everything's harder when you use only one hand.

Hm. [chuckles]

I haven't used my right hand since I was first signed on to act in the film.

I even signed the contract with my left hand.

Oh, I see.

Well, you see, Norma, my character, only has one arm.

- Ah. [chuckles] - [indistinct]

I always enjoy experiencing my characters from the inside out.

Really living their life and understanding them.

I think it helps me play them in a more organic way.

Personally, are you the same way?

- Well, uh... - I can tell you're the same way.

- Hm. - Julio, your read was good.

But do you remember how we spoke about toning down your accent?

Yes, of course.

Well, when I said tone down,

I meant eradicate.

Antonio is a post-war soldier from Madrid.

For this to be credible, it's important you don't have an Argentinian accent.

- Hm. - Is that clear?

Mm-hm.

Start working on that.

You know, Minerva can give you a few pointers.

She knows her craft. Listen to whatever she says.

[Sandra] Sam can do Monday, Wednesday and Friday, right?

- Was that it? Let's give him until 5 p.m. - [phone beeps]

Oh, no. No. No, forget it.

You'll have to find someone else.

Because Juan just said no.

- Because you gave him a time... - [phone beeps]

Hold on. I'll ask.

Damián, they're looking for production interns.

Do you know anyone who might be interested in filling in?

- [phone beeps] - Ah, mh...

- Sorry. - Put it on silent.

- Hm. - You know anyone?

No. I mean, no one good. I mean, well... what was it for?

It's for the shoot, Da.

Ah!

You know what? I know the right person.

[message pings on computer]

Wait a minute.

You're seriously offering me a job with the one and only Laia Montaner?

I-I mean, the only female director in the entire country.

Oh, this is amazing! [shrieking]

I'm dying, I'm dying, I'm dying! I swear, I'm gonna fucking die!

[laughing]

I mean, yeah. Of course, I'll do it, I promise I won't let you down!

- You know you're just gonna be an intern? - Yeah.

This is still big. Um, I'm getting one foot in the door.

Da, is there anything for me?

Sorry, sis. We need this one to pay her rent

so we still have a place to live and you have somewhere to stuff your face.

[Fer] You're unbelievable, Jimena.

Come on, Fer. Seriously, don't be like that.

[Fer] Fuck!

What the fuck?

I don't think it's that big of a deal, you know?

Uh, what?

Nothing. I just told him that this baby doesn't need a dad.

Are you serious?

Did you really say that to him?

Yeah. And he took it badly! Even though I'm letting him off the hook.

[message pings]

Ah, by the way, Julio plays the lead in the movie.

In Laia Montaner's movie?

Listen, Jimena...

- Hm? - Jimena.

- I'm the father of your child, no? - Mm-hm.

I got you pregnant.

Tell me, why is it that you want me out of the picture?

It's not that. It's just that, um...

I'm freeing you of that responsibility.

And I don't get a say in this?

Okay, look, Fer, I don't have the energy to discuss this right now.

- You really don't care how I'm feeling? - No, no!

I understand what you're saying to me.

It's just that I can't deal with any of this right now.

I'm on a permanent

progesterone high. Right?

- So any sort of conflict... - Hm.

[grunts]

- [door bangs] - [message pings]

No.

Da...

How can I work on a movie with Julio? He...

Da?

Who are you even talking to?

- Don't worry about it. - [Irene] Why?

Because I have to be completely discreet and I'm not good at doing that.

Wait, are you seeing one of the actors from the movie? Is he famous?

Jimena, don't pressure me, because I'll spill.

- Oh, he's definitely famous. - Stop it.

Jimena, what's important is:

you're not over him, so take the job.

If she doesn't want to do it, can I?

Wait, hold on. Wait a minute.

It's not just about Julio, I have to think about my classes as well.

What do you mean by college?

I can't just miss a month and a half of school.

It's the start of the semester. You'd just be wasting time with us, anyway.

So why not spend that time in building your future career?

That's a good point.

They purposefully give us less homework so we can adjust to the new semester.

That's why it's not a problem for me to do it.

Hm, okay... Adri can do it then.

I'm sure there'll be plenty of opportunities.

- All right, it's sorted then. - [message pings]

Awesome!

- [door bangs] - [gasps]

I... I broke it...

I'm sorry.

[Jimena] Come on, Fer...

Fer, where are you going?

[door shuts]

Well...

That wasn't as bad as I thought it'd be.

And Irene, I have to say something.

Are you really putting your career on hold for a guy?

The same guy who caused you to give up your short?

The guy who prevented you from seeing the latest movie from your favorite director?

I mean, come on.

You're giving up on your career because of him.

You know what, Jimena? I'll call him first and

that way, it won't be huge shock when I show up on set and...

You're driving me crazy, Irene. Are you taking the job or not?

Yes.

But what about me? Do I still get something?

No, no, n... I'll call them tomorrow.

- You might have a job. - [message pings]

Are you going to tell us who you're chatting with or what, huh?

Please, Da, humor the pregnant lady!

- [chuckling] - [message pings]

NEVER, ALWAYS, NOT EVER

[Julia] Such a lovely poster!

[Julio] The rain in Spain falls mainly on the plain..

Plain, plain.

- [Pablo] Takes up the whole wall. - You look so handsome too!

[Pablo] A real movie star.

Hey!

Is it impressive or what?

[Julia] I've never seen a more impressive movie poster.

[Pablo] Nor have I.

Why aren't you looking at your poster, huh?

My son, what's with the long face?

- You should be ecstatic right now. - What's wrong?

I have to practice getting rid of my accent.

Let's practice then. Go on.

The rain in Spain falls mainly on the plain.

"The plain." After me, "the plain."

- The. - "The plain." That's it. That's it.

- But don't force it, you're spraying. - Okay.

So long as you remember that, you'll be fine.

- For now, let's focus on what matters. - Focus on what really matters.

It's important to recognize and celebrate

the important things in life and to enjoy every moment.

- [cork pops] - Woo hoo! There it goes, eh?

[Julia laughing]

You shouldn't be spending every day worrying about your next job.

You should tell him, my love. As a professional.

Yes, of course.

- The importance of the here and now. - Very important.

- And I'm sure he already knows that. - Yeah. The here and now.

Are you listening?

What really matters is enjoying everything you have, okay?

Enjoyment doesn't mean hooking up with one girl after another, okay?

You've been showing up in magazines with a different girl every issue.

That's compulsive avoidant behavior, as I'm sure you're aware.

- Enjoy your success, my son. - That's right.

- Is your hard work even worth it? - Not worth it?

Worth it.

- Worth it. - Don't believe this.

I can't... where's my son? Seriously, who is this,

and what have you done with my son?

Is the son I knew gone forever?

- Your son's... - Instead I have love this... thing?

Your son's an actor who plays his roles from deep within, from his heart.

And he's been doing well for himself, if you haven't noticed.

So enjoy it, Juli. Savor it.

[clicking tongue]

Savor it a little. [tutting]

That aftertaste of success, Juli, savor it.

You don't get it. I can't savor it when I'm being pressured by that damn poster.

- Poster. - Poster. I said that, poster.

- Poster, dammit. - That's it, perfect.

[assistant 1] Okay, hold still, please.

Just a second.

[camera shutter clicks]

Perfect. Thank you very much.

[assistant 2] Okay, extras, come with me to the set.

So, your job will be assisting the cast and crew, hm?

You need to notify and direct the actors to makeup, wardrobe, the set.

Hand out water between takes.

- Gotcha. - And make sure they arrive on time.

- Sure. - That's essential.

And be available if anyone needs you.

I know that it may seem like a minor job,

but it's actually vital to the shoot running well.

You'll be the actors' shadows.

[Irene] Uh, n-no, wait.

- What is it? - I, uh...

I just mean, in terms of jobs, is there anything else we can do, like...

Is there a problem?

- No. - [Irene] Uh...

It's just that

this is our first film shoot, and we're really excited.

Yes, I'll do whatever's needed.

I mean, we'll do anything. Right, Irene?

- You're a film major, right? - Yeah.

Well, I hope this job doesn't make you hate film.

A shoot can wither be a whole lot of fun,

or a nightmare.

This is our first day. If we ask for stuff, they'll let us go.

- But I don't wanna see Julio... - They'll fire us if we make demands.

- Hi. I'm Rocío. - Hello.

- I'm Adri. And this is Irene. - Irene, how are you?

And this place is a fucking paradise!

- Did you see those lights? - Ooh, magic cables!

They let you out of hair and makeup, and it's a whole new world, huh?

- [Rocío scoffs] - Is he serious?

This dimmer won't be able to handle the load of Fresnel lenses at 10 kW.

Don't tell me what to do.

Say, girl, where'd you learn about technical stuff like that?

- It's just a hobby. - [clamoring] God fucking dammit.

- Don't trust electricians. - Why not?

They're really hot. Not that one.

But they're generally really hot.

Although they're not my type. I usually obsess over actresses.

Oh, you're into actors? I'd rather not. Actors aren't for me.

What are you talking about, girl?

I mean, I understand you might get a little starstruck at first.

- Believe me, I was the same. - Yeah.

But you know the best thing about film shoots?

Here, anything can happen.

It wouldn't be the first time an intern hooked up with a lead actor.

Do you know who I have my eye on for this shoot?

- Minerva. - Who?

The female lead.

Everyone in the industry knows she's gay.

What about you two?

Actors? No. I mean, the less I see, the better.

[chuckles] You're really gonna let all those goods go to waste?

We've won the jackpot!

Or would you rather sleep with a truck driver or traffic operator?

No. Actors all the way.

The first step is to sneak into the bushes outside their trailer.

Uh...

[quietly] Uh, fuck.

[clapper boy] Scene 12, take 1.

[blows raspberry]

[assistant 1] Setting frame.

[actress clears throat]

Action.

[camera rolling]

Marga. My wife.

Welcome home.

Thank you.

[clears throat]

- [Julio] I'm sorry. - [assistant 1] Let's go back to one.

- [Laia] Let's go, let's go, - [assistant 2] Frame.

Action.

Marga. My wife.

- Welcome home. - Thank you.

We're getting married in March.

[chuckles]

[assistant 2] Quiet on set!

Cut, please.

[on radio] Okay, we've cut.

Please, show some respect for the artists in front of the cameras.

- [Laia] Let's reset, go for another take. - I'm good.

Scene twelve, take two.

- [assistant 1] All right, picture's up. - [assistant 2] Right.

Action.

Marga. My wife.

- Welcome home. - Thank you.

- We're getting married in March. - [laughs]

[assistant 2] Quiet, please!

- [Laia] Cut! - Sorry, sorry, sorry.

[Laia] Who the fuck keeps laughing?

[on radio] We've cut.

Who?

I expect actors to be on their best behavior.

- That applies to everyone else. - Yep.

Julio.

Are you okay?

Yeah.

All right. Go take a break.

[exhales deeply]

- What are you doing? - What?

Grab a couple of bottles of water and get a move on.

You don't wanna be fired, do you?

- Come on, let's go! - [groans] Where, though?

Let's go.

We're gonna grab some water. What else?

Minerva, would you like something to drink?

Oh, sure, honey. A Chamomile tea, please.

Julio, an herbal tea would do you good.

- Bring him some chamomile tea too. - All right.

And you, why you were laughing?

It's just nerves, because...

I'm sorry. I mean, sorry. I'm sorry, Julio. I'm sorry.

- I'll bring you your tea right away. - No, I'll get it.

No, it's fine. That's why I'm here. I'll get it for you.

You've done enough already. I'm on my break.

Just let her get it. It's her job.

Do you want her to get fired? She's already hanging by a thread.

Do you want me to quit?

Because I can, if you want me to.

I mean, you don't have to tell me to.

- I'll quit because I want to... - You can do whatever you want.

[mutters] Okay.

Let's go. Come on.

"This is going to be your room from now on."

- "You say something?" - [door opens]

"They don't speak like that around here."

"I don't want any issues."

- [door closes] - "So don't..."

- Hello... - Leave it over there, please.

Where, over here?

"This is going to be your room from now on."

"You say something? They don't speak like around here."

"I don't want..."

""I don't want any issues."

[Irene] Um...

"Here. I don't want any issues."

I'm sure you're gonna do just fine. It's only the first day.

Why are you here, working on set?

Working on set? On set?

[chuckles]

Sorry, it's just weird to hear you without your accent...

I don't answer your phone calls, I don't reply to your messages,

what don't you get about that?

Why won't you just accept my stance on not wanting...

- Stance! Not "stance." Goddammit! - [chuckling]

Okay, all right. I'm sorry, I'm sorry!

Jesus, I'm sorry. I don't know why, I just...

It's really weird being here and I get nervous.

- But, if you want me to go, I'll quit. - [exhales]

Seriously. I'll go because of your accent problems.

Uh... Because of your problems.

Sorry.

Sorry, I swear I didn't mean to do that.

I'm just nervous, okay?

I'm nervous about seeing you, and I don't know,

watching you struggle with... with everything...

I'm only struggling with not telling you to fuck off.

Why are you on this shoot? Explain that.

- I'm here as... - You're on the shoot following me?

- That what you're doing? - No. Da got me this job,

and, so, well, at first when I found out you were one of the actors,

I said I wouldn't do it. But in the end, I...

- You ended up saying yes. - Well, yeah.

Of course.

- Is there a problem? Am I a problem? - No, no problem. You're not a problem.

So what's up with you? Something's obviously wrong.

I just think that maybe you should have stayed at college.

You're not ready for all of this yet. - [sighs]

[Irene] Excuse me?

Listen, I have as much right to be here, if not more,

just as much as you do.

Because at least I'm a film student.

What about you? You're here because you acted in a movie once.

And who got you that film?

So now I owe you my career?

Your "career"?

Don't get too full of yourself just because you've done a couple of movies.

If you can't figure that accent out, you'll never work again.

How many films have you even worked on?

Huh? Because, as far as I remember,

this is your first film, and your job is to make the fucking coffee.

So know your place.

Oh, don't worry, I won't forget.

Fucking asshole.

[Laia] Julio, are you okay?

You were laughing earlier.

- You cost us two hours of shoot time. - Sorry.

[Laia] That's not what interns are here for.

Throw this away.

You okay? Ready to film?

Just relax. I'll keep you two separate.

["Apart" playing]

[music continues]

[phone ringing]

[music continues]

[phone continues ringing]

Yeah?

- [Fer] Hey. How are you? - Hey, Fer.

Hey, uh, um, do you have time to talk right now?

Yeah, of course, go ahead.

No. I mean... in person.

- Um... - Um...

You're at home right now, right?

Uh, yeah.

- Okay. - [door buzzer]

Irene's not coming.

Why is she so stubborn?

It's such a shame that she can't just enjoy the movie, because Julio, you know.

So, what do we do?

I'm done with all the to-ing and fro-ing, you know.

The only drama I'm interested in is the one we're about to see.

Have you heard from Fer at all?

No? Do you want to hear from him?

I don't want him to be with me because he feel like he's obligated to.

- I mean, do you still want him around? - Can you stop asking me?

- That sounds like a yes. - That's an "I don't know."

I don't know. It's just that...

Fooling around with him this summer was a lot of fun.

Because he's a really nice guy.

Then we just...

If he wants to be this baby's father out of some sense of Christian duty,

then that messed up. Fuck that.

[exhales deeply]

- Are you still seeing that famous guy? - Oh, no.

I'm not.

[indistinct conversation]

That was Gonzalo. He didn't even say hi. Can you believe it?

So what?

- Well, uh... - Let's get back on track here.

How famous is he?

Look, I mean, I get that it might be a little weird

that I want to talk this over with you in person.

But, you know, you have to understand, Irene, that I don't know anyone in Madrid.

And if I'm honest, I don't really want people at work to find out.

Yes, it is weird.

Fer, it's weird. Yeah, weird.

Okay, and you don't think it's weird

that Jimena doesn't want me involved our child's life?

Hm?

And, sure, I get it, I understand that that's her decision,

and that she...

But I don't think it's fair that I'm not allowed to have a say in this, you know?

Do you even want to be a father? You're still so young.

It's not about whether I want it or don't want it, this is...

[door rattles]

- Shit. - [door opens]

- Shit, what do I do? - Fer, don't freak out.

- She and Da are at the movies. - [man] Hello?

- Calm down. - [Matt] The foreigner's here!

Okay, listen to me, Irene!

If Jimena goes through with her pregnancy,

a few months from now, there's going to be a child born

from my sperm and my genes,

and it's my right to be involved with the upbringing.

Really? Is that how you're gonna say it to Jimena?

- Uh... - You're like...

"Okay, I'll make this sacrifice, because it's my child."

Well, how do you think I should word it then?

I mean, come on, Fer.

Obviously this is not a situation

where you should push yourself on to another person until they cave.

I don't think she'll respond well if you approach her with a bunch of demands.

I mean, we all wanna feel like our needs are being taken seriously.

We should also consider what's best for the baby and Jimena,

and respect her boundaries right now.

Yeah?

[camera whirring]

[exhales deeply]

You may have fooled my wife, but you won't fool me.

I'd rather not know about your hand.

[dog barking in background]

[Julio on tape] I'd rather not know about your hand.

I know what people are saying, but I don't want any issues.

Not bad.

[clapper girl] Sequence 23. Scene 1, take 4.

[clap]

[assistant] Frame up.

And background. Action!

[Laia] And...

Action.

You may have fooled my wife, but you won't fool me.

I'd rather not know about your hand.

I know what people are saying, but I don't want any issues.

[actress] And I won't cause any.

- All right, cut. - [on radio] Director called cut.

Fantastic.

Did I nail the accent?

[Laia] You did.

I can tell you've been practicing.

But, how do I put this, Julio?

That's the only improvement.

Now we need to see that you're one of Franco's soldiers

with a mysterious past,

and a troubled relationship with your aunt Norma.

You need to start acting as your character.

I believe you can do that.

Minerva can help you get there.

- [on radio] Is the road blocked off? - Yes.

'Scuse me! Sorry, this road is blocked off. We're filming.

You'll have to go that way to get around. Thank you.

- [on radio] We're about to start rolling. - I'm blocking the road.

[horn honking]

Go that way.

[honking continues]

Sorry, it's not my fault.

I'd love to be able to let you through, but I can't.

Alright, fine, I'll go around. Fuck sake.

What's up, sis?

How's your day of solitude been going?

- This is the most boring job. - Mm, yeah.

It just feels like an endless cycle.

People keep getting made for things that aren't my fault,

and I'm miles from the action.

How's the shoot?

The shoot's unbelievably behind schedule.

Thanks to that Argentinian. Can't say I'm surprised, though

That said, Laia's been very pleased with Ruth and Minerva.

[sighs] I think I'm in love with her, man.

And now, she knows my name too.

Today, she called me "Rocío, sweetie."

Every take has been worse than the last.

You know it, Laia knows it, everyone knows it.

Julio, we all have bad days. Don't worry about it.

Plus, I need it to finish early to go to the promo for Romano's film.

Do you think if ask Laia, she'll change the shooting order?

That way I could make it.

Julio, it'd be best to ask her nothing.

[Karma] Is this for a scene this afternoon?

Sweetheart, you don't really want this. Are you living in the 1800s?

- I agree... - Sorry I'm late.

This would look nice.

Sorry, sorry, sorry.

Okay, you're late. I guess some things never change.

Come on, enough with the hugs. We don't have time for that.

[Karma] Let's see.

Are you wearing makeup? Oh, you look so handsome.

[Romano] Nice of you to make it.

You're not that late.

- This rack is for him, isn't it? - Yes.

Can't go out looking like that. My baby.

[Romano] Wow, wow, wow.

- Oh, my goodness. - That's nice.

Must be having a rough go of it to give Mr. Romano a hug like that.

How are things with Montaner?

- [sighs] Ugh. - That bad?

Listen, she can be tough.

But she knows her stuff.

Why the long face?

Keep it in mind that she's developed a tough exterior

to get by in the male-dominated industry.

The jacket you're wearing looks out of place.

Let's pick out your new clothes and get dressed.

Come on.

I'm over it. I don't know what to do.

First, she hated the accent, now she hates my acting.

I don't know what she wants.

Dramatic intensity.

That's what she likes.

She wants to see you give it your all, even if that doesn't always work.

And it doesn't for every actor.

Knowing you, it won't.

Well, then, what should I do?

Mm, every actor's different,

and you should play to your strengths.

Don't let her change you.

So, what kind of actor am I?

Because I don't know.

Hm, look at yourself.

You have a level of charisma that can't just be taught.

Give them that.

They want you.

[Romano chuckles]

["You Drive Me Crazy" playing]

Good advice, huh?

[music fades]

[assistant] Let's set the frame.

Action.

I told you not to leave the house.

[Julio] It's extremely dangerous for you and for her.

I'm leaving, Antonio, I've caused enough trouble.

No, you're staying!

And you'll do what I tell you.

And you're going to do what I tell you!

I'm fucking sick and tired of your bullshit!

- Got it? - What?

I'm tired of these goddamn problems in this house.

Cut. Cut it!

[Laia] Cut!

[on radio] Director called cut.

[Minerva] Exhibitionism in this film.

[Laia] Julio.

Julio.

Listen.

Where does it say in the script that Antonio takes his shirt off?

Tell me.

Where the fuck does it say that?

- [thud] - [grunts]

I'm sorry.

I got carried away.

I... I'm going.

I'm going to get some water.

I give up. I give up.

[Laia] I can't work with that amateur.

Fucking idiot.

Know what pisses me off the most?

That you're here watching me fuck up.

Your voice gets in my head every fucking take.

But I'm not seeing anything.

Half the time I'm exiled somewhere, directing traffic.

[assistant] Irene.

- Yeah? - What are you doing?

- They told me... - Get back to diverting traffic.

You see?

[dance music playing]

[Rocío] Oh, my God, you won't believe how intense things got on set today.

The Argentinian boy actually started stripping. He took his shirt off.

[Rocío] And there's nothing Montaner hates more than gratuitous nudity.

- I mean, Julio Mera's a fucking joke. - I feel kinda bad for Julio.

- He's become a joke. - What?

I mean, the fact that I'm here isn't helping either.

Whatever you say.

No, no, it's really bad. I don't know what to do.

Well, have you heard the gossip around town, Irene?

They're saying Julio fucked half the girls on the crew.

They're... I think about five girls...

said they slept with him.

Come on.

No, Adri, he's just...

He's so fucking overwhelmed, sex is probably the last thing on his mind.

Wait. Six.

[funky house music playing]

That's it, I'm done. That's it.

I should've done it earlier, I'm going to quit.

- I'm quitting, I've decided. - What?

- Don't be ridiculous. - I'm not gonna change my mind.

Look, just do what he does.

You know what they say, Irene?

Two magnets of the same polarity repel each other.

- Yeah. - Look at this. Maybe he's your magnet.

- Come on. - Iván? Iván, really?

- [Iván] Hi. - [Adri] Hi. [chuckles]

[Iván] Wanna dance?

["In My Head" playing]

[alarm ringing]

[groans]

Come on, stay a little longer.

It's Saturday.

Most guys don't get up before noon, anyways.

[Gonzalo] No.

No one's going to see you, okay.

I need to piss. [groans]

Ah, shit!

Fuck me, fuck me, fuck me, fuck me, fuck me.

- Fuck me, fuck me, dude! - What's wrong?

- There's a guy out there. - And?

- There's a guy out there. - So what?

What do you think would happen if he sees me?

Jesus.

[sighs] I'm sick of your shit, Gonzalo.

I swear to God, those guys think I'm fucking someone famous.

Because of how secretive I'm being.

Let me see who it is. I might just have to fuck him too.

- [Jimena] What's that smell? - Mm...

- [Jimena gasps] Mm. - [whistling]

Good morning.

[Jimena mutters]

Ta-da!

Gonza, in five minutes, they'll all be gone, I promise.

[grunts]

- Well, the thing is... - Hm.

I want to do things right.

And I, uh... Uh, I didn't know how to go about things...

- And... - [Adri yawns]

And nothing. I want to tell you that I can...

I mean, I want to. I want to.

- Most of all, I want to, okay? - Mm.

I want to be a good dad.

I want to be there for you. Jimena, no matter the circumstances.

You should have joy.

- And have commitment. - [Jimena gulps]

And I want to give a good life to our child.

I want to give you stability.

And I wanna give you security. And a home.

Isn't that lovely? Why don't you two make up?

[clears throat] And... Um, I think it'd be best...

- I mean, the most practical thing... - [gulping]

And, well, the best thing is...

is for us to get married.

[gulps]

- [Da erupts in laughter] - [Jimena retches]

[Da continues laughing]

He didn't he didn't even...

He didn't even bring a ring! What a complete asshole. [laughing]

What the fuck! I'm sorry! [laughing]

Oh, my God, it's going to be a little longer than five minutes, babe.

- Just wait a few more. - I'm gonna piss myself.

- I swear, just another five minutes. - [groans]

[Da] Come on, breathe, breathe.

[Fer] It's morning sickness, she's going to throw up.

She's clearly nauseous, Da. What do I do?

What do you mean? Get her a glass of water and do it quickly.

- [Irene] What? - [Da] Irene?

- [Da] He asked her to marry him. - Marry Jimena?

Uh...

- [Irene] Uh-huh. - Ire...

[Irene] That's not what I told you to do, Fer.

- What's going on? - I was thinking that too. What's going on?

To be fair, you're not exactly acting from the heart.

Have you lost your mind or something?

- No, what? - Well..

- What? Spit it out. - Well...

Well, everyone wants to live their life in a fairytale.

Ah, is that a yes?

- Is that a yes, Jimena? - [Irene] Did you say yes?

[sighs] I can't believe this.

Oh, damn. This is quite the setup you got here.

Uh, and who are you?

[Fer] Oh, so he's with you.

S-so, I guess you fucked him. Right.

Hold on, that's none... [exasperated chuckle]

Are you saying yes?

- [Irene] Huh? - No!

- No? - Of course not!

- [Da] Whoo... - [Fer] No.

[door bangs]

- Didn't go well. - She said no?

Seems that way.

Marriage is so old-fashioned. Nobody does it anymore.

We're in our twenties. I mean, of course she was gonna say no...

All I'm saying is that marriage would give structure for the baby.

- Really, structure? - Yes, structure.

Or do you want it to grow up in a house where people bring home randos to fuck?

- Wait. - My name's Iván.

- Great, Fernando. Well, nice to meet you. - I work with Irene.

- Structure... - Structure, marriage in your twenties.

We're not a part of the Opus Dei, Fernando.

Close the door, Jesus.

I actually am in the Opus Dei, so let me out.

- Just relax, babe. - No, I can't relax.

Relax.

I'm fucking jumping.

What the fuck are you doing? Are you crazy?

Get down from there! You're going to kill yourself

if you don't stop behaving like a crazy idiot!

Do you think this is funny?

You enjoy seeing me like this, don't you?

This is normal for you. And because you're out and proud, you get a laugh at me?

Okay, Gonzalo. I've had enough of this.

Either piss yourself and jump out the window

or toughen up and use the goddamn door.

I'm not going to sit here and listen to you talk shit about me!

Stop being so loud!

Fuck.

It's over between us.

Alright, bitches, are we having a wedding or not?

- Do you even want to get married? - Oh, God...

[Fer] I guess I want to get married one day.

I mean, seriously. Fer, I really...

[Irene] There's a fucking gorilla in the house!

What the fuck is happening?

[stammers]

The famous guy! The famous guy's at the door and he's getting away.

Hey, calm down. Don't touch me, gorilla.

- Take off his mask! - Take it off!

Get out of his way, everyone.

[Irene] Let go. What are you doing?

You say that we're over, I say we never even started.

Wait, I recognize that voice, I recognize that voice.

[shouts] A-Amenábar.

Jesús Vázquez.

- Name some anther famous gay guy. - Uh...

Boris Izaguirre.

- Boris Izaguirre. - He doesn't sound like him.

[Matt] Hi, Gonzalo!

[gasps]

It's Gonzalo?

- [Matt] What happened? - [Irene] No way. there's no way!

[man] Morning, Irene.

All right, Lucas, let's get this day started.

- What's up? Good luck. - Good morning, Irene.

So why isn't the actress already in Hair and Makeup, dammit?

Morning.

- Hey, how are you? - Good. Would you take my coat, please?

- Yeah, of course. - Thanks.

Uh, can you tell Julio he's due on set right now?

- Me? - He specifically asked for you to do it.

Okay.

- Bye. - Bye.

Julio?

[panting]

Julio?

Julio?

- [heavy breathing] - Are you alright?

What's wrong? What is it? What's wrong? Do you need water or something?

Just breathe, just breathe, keep breathing. You're okay.

- [breathes deeply] - Are you okay?

[grunts]

I was just thinking about the...

- this interview I had with a reporter... - Keep breathing.

At the promo for Romano's film.

He was saying that I'm...

a star. This year's big find and...

[exhales]

And I'm a fucking fake, I'm a lie.

Julio, you're here because you deserve to be. Because...

I mean, they don't give lead roles to just anyone.

No, no, no, I can't do it.

I don't know how to do it, I'm a fraud.

I mean, I just think that

there's more than one way to play a role, right?

And there are actors who are more...

I don't know, they dive into their characters more,

and there are others, like you, who...

I don't know. You, like, improvise more and interpret the script

your own way, and that's really good.

I don't understand what you're saying, Irene. No.

You saw something in me, and Romano saw something in me,

that Laia doesn't see.

[Julio grunts]

Okay, relax. Ssh. Just breathe. Just breathe.

Look at me. You know why she doesn't see it?

Because you keep hiding yourself from her.

Because you worry about your appearance, judge yourself all the time,

you're so anxious that you're not letting your true self

and true talent shine through.

Listen, how I saw you, what I see, what Romano see in you...

You have this light inside you. It's...

in your eyes, it's in your face...

If you could just look around and see what other people see in you.

You're always telling jokes and making people laugh,

no matter if those jokes are really good or really bad.

[both laugh]

And I don't know if anything I'm saying is making sense.

But you have something that makes those around you

feel really special, Julio.

[romantic music playing]

You make them want to be around you forever.

[exhales deeply]

All you have to do is be yourself, Julio.

Okay? Just believe and trust in yourself.

[laughs] How long did that take to write?

An hour or two.

Have you seen my movie?

No, not yet.

Have you watched my short film?

No.

[Irene] Hm.

I feel like if I watch it, you and I have nothing left to catch up on.

And...

And I'm scared too.

[romantic music gets louder]

[door opens]

[Laia] You bringing the actor to set, or what?

Or does the director need to do it herself?

[chuckles]

[Laia] You again. Of course.

Didn't we put you in charge of directing traffic?

Uh...

Yeah, I'm...

- ...on my way. - Well, hurry up, then.

Okay.

Excuse me. I'm just gonna...

[Julio] Laia, could Irene come with me and watch the scene?

I think it'd help my acting.

Listen. At this point, I'm willing to make an offering to God himself

if it'll make your performance better.

Thank you.

[Julio] I don't think I'll ever understand

how someone could just leave their family behind.

[actress] I had no other choice.

Let's cut here.

[on radio] That's a cut.

It's working.

[assistant] All right.

That was the Martini and that's a wrap for today.

Good.

- Well done. - [assistant] All actors clear the set.

[chuckles]

- Thanks. see you tomorrow. - [woman] See you.

You wanna come grab some drinks with us?

Need to celebrate finishing on time for once.

Mm.

- I'm sorry, I can't Need some rest. - No?

Hm, okay. So, another day?

Another day.

- Great. Bye. - Bye. See you tomorrow.

What's the matter?

Bored of them already?

Sisters! Minerva just agreed to come with us to grab a few drinks.

By the end of the night, she'll be mine.

What other job lets you sleep with movie stars?

[all laughing]

Come on, team! It's Thursday! We're gettin' drunk!

[laughing]

["You and Me" playing]

♪ You and me ♪

♪ You and me ♪

NEVER, ALWAYS, NOT EVER

♪ Hey, hey, hey ♪

One ticket for Never, Always, Not Ever.

♪ Nobody baby but you and me ♪

♪ If the stars don't shine ♪

♪ If the moon wont rise ♪

♪ If I never see the setting sun again ♪

♪ You won't hear me cry... ♪

[Julio in film] I remember drifting ashore.

And feeling the warmth of the sand.

That's what I remember.

♪ Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh ♪

♪ Nobody baby but you and me ♪

♪ Hey hey hey ♪

Here's my backpack. Thank you.

- These are really good. - Thank you.

[panting, moaning]

[music continues]

- ♪ You and me, baby ♪ - [thud]

[moaning, panting continue]

[music fades]

I'm so stupid.

- [thud] - Oh, sorry.

[Laia] Of course, It's you.

The intern who can't direct traffic.

[laughs]

Since you're here, bring us two coffees.

Make mine a double.

[Laia] We need them to get to this mark by the end of the scene.

We start here at the bench,

- and have them walk... - Can't you get it yourself?

- I mean, just saying... - Excuse me.

Coffee machine's right over there.

You press the button and the coffee comes out,

it's not that complicated.

I don't think you're cut out for this.

[Laia] Sweetheart.

Hm. You know what?

You're right. You can take this.

And I'll show myself out.

Hey.

And you should forget about Minerva, because she's about as gay as I am!

[chuckles]

["Airway to the Sea" playing]

NEVER, ALWAYS, NOT EVER

Oh, God.

[grunts]

CASTELLÓN, APRIL 7, 2022

[sniffs]

[music fades]

[breathes deeply]

Hey, there.

Hey, Fer.

Wow.

[chopping]

Fer, we need to talk.

[chopping stops]

[end credits music plays]

[music fades]