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Yep...

OK... Just to be clear, cleanliness and confidentiality are our principles.

My husband wants to wear a helmet and glasses, hope that won't bother you...

OK. No problem.

My only condition is I won't go down... OK?

Otherwise, like I said, I'm up for anything.

ALONE by Cagan Irmak

I arrived in this world alone

With soil on the ground Stars in the sky

Drought one way, the sea the other

They gave me two hands and a head

A pair of eyes to cry and laugh

People like me all around

They said: "Tongues are to speak the truth,"

"here is your heart. Love!"

They lied to me

They never said anything about fate

They lied to me

They never said anything about fate

So, let my life pass like this

Let each day be filled with joy

What about those I have loved?

What about those I have lost my heart to?

When the yearning dies off I'll die, too

What about those I have loved?

What about those I have lost my heart to?

When the yearning dies off I'll die, too

Senol, don't do anything to show you recognize the guy.

You didn't use his name, did you? -No.

Good.

He looks nothing like in the paper anyway. His column isn't a big deal.

OK... He's just like any customer for you. But treat him like royalty.

If the guy doesn't leave satisfied...

You'll chop me up with the smallest knife and make a steak out of me.

Good.

Wait.

So, let my life pass like this

Let each day be filled with joy

They lied to me

They never said anything about fate

What about those I have loved?

What about those I have lost my heart to?

When the yearning dies off I'll die, too

I'll die, I'll die...

Hello?

What's up?

I'm good. How about you?

Are you free?

What's going on? Is business bad again?

Well, it's midweek, isn't it?

Or are you getting old, or what?

Are you coming over or not?

OK, I'll come. It's impossible to make small talk with you.

Half an hour.

Well, OK. Superman's ready to fly...

45 minutes. I'm sleepy.

Aye, what then? Hang up!

OK.

I'm leaving now. Ah!

Don't pull my hair! It hurts! -Shut up! I'll fuck your hair!

That's the only thing you haven't fucked, you animal!

Shut up!

Who am I? -My man.

You're my animal. You're my pasha. You're my husband, my everything!

Yasemin?

I didn't hurt you too much, did I? I mean, look, you know me...

Yeah! I know you. It's OK.

Can I pour you a drink, a vodka or something?

Really? Listen, you're seriously getting old!

In the old days, I'd work my ass off to get a drink

and a word or two out of you when we were done.

And you'd do your best to make me leave.

What's going on with you?

-You want me to play something? -Why don't you?

But play it for yourself. I'm out of here.

Hey, don't put the money here on the table like I'm the cleaning lady!

Listen, if you want to treat a woman nicely,

slip the money into her bag without her noticing.

Let's be a little tactful here! -OK.

OK. Be in touch soon or I'll get upset.

One day I'll dress up as a schoolgirl for you.

Mr. Alper, you haven't sorted through your dirty laundry, I was to wash them.

OK, I'll do that now, Ms. Gulten.

Oh, and you're out of Domestos. Washing-up liquid, too.

OK, I'll call the grocery store. They'll send it over.

Try and leave around six.

But I have to clean the windows, too. I won't be done by then.

OK, make it seven.

Alright then.

Have a nice day. I'll leaf through...

Ah!

It came! Where did you find it?

I asked you to put it aside for me, and you put it out!

I'd never have forgiven you had it been sold, Ms. Figen.

My daughter must have put it there, I'm sorry.

-Excuse me. -What?

Sorry. I'm just having a laughing fit. That's all.

Far From the Madding Crowd. Thomas Hardy. Do you have it?

No.

-I see. -As good as new.

Excuse me, could I get past?

Goodbye. -Goodbye.

How much do I owe you, Ms. Figen?

How much shall we say?

Let's say 150. And that's a special price for you.

You know how hard it is to get hold of. So, 150 for you.

Alper! The bag!

This made you laugh in there,

but do you know that this LP was released in 1984 in only 2222 copies,

and there's only around 200 of them left today?

And because the record company later closed down,

and no CDs were ever released,

I'm holding a real treasure in my hand right now.

I didn't know about that album.

Now I've learned something new.

I have an idea, why don't you start using pauses?

Using one long sentence doesn't mean you've made an impressive speech.

It just means you've constructed a bad sentence.

-Hello. -Hello.

Do you have? Far from something... The book. "Far From Angry People".

By what's-his-name? It's a life or death situation.

No. That's not the title. Forget I said that.

Harvey! That's the name of the author.

Come on, help me out here, man.

Thomas Hardy. Far From the Madding Crowd.

That's the one! I'll get it right away!

Just a second, the classics are in the back.

You're wonderful!

This is enough, huh? I don't want a receipt.

Hold on, I have to scan the barcode.

OK, just use another copy. Thanks a lot. Goodbye.

I found it!

The book.

And?

You wanted this.

But it's not hard to find, every bookshop has it.

I was looking for a second-hand copy.

Shame. You are a collector, but not understanding me.

OK, but this is a second-hand copy. Look, this is how it works.

The book's mine, look.

It's mine, mine, mine! It's warming up.

I give it to you. What happens now? It becomes second-hand.

The gift of the day. To make up.

-Your phone is ringing. -Yes. What's wrong with that?

Aren't you going to answer?

I get my friends to call me for background music.

Your jokes are really bad, you know. Straight off a sitcom.

Sorry for bothering you.

OK. I'll take it then.

I mean, I actually...

I understand. Please. Don't say a word.

LITTLE HEROES

Sorry, this is awkward. Now it seems like I followed you, but I didn't.

I was strolling around and this shop caught my eye.

I looked inside and there you were. Don't take it the wrong way.

Yeah, that happens. I've seen other people do that.

Isn't it a bit late now to open the shop?

Not opening now, I'd already opened. I just popped out for a while.

Do you make these? How does it work?

Like this. On special days, like birthdays or school festivals,

kids get to be whatever they want to be.

-Thanks to you. -Well...

I'd like to be Zagor.

We don't do XX-large.

I want to get something for my son, but I don't even know what he likes.

We could ask.

But what's the point then?

I'm sorry, I'd hate to pry but...

The classic story. We got divorced. I see him once a week,

so there isn't a lot of time left over to chat about his favorite superhero.

He already seems to have grown from one week to the next as it is.

It must be hard.

Yes. Very.

Anyway, I've talked your head off again. Have a good day. Goodbye.

What if we do it like this? Bring him here one day,

have him choose a costume and I'll make it for him,

or I could take his measurements, and it can be a surprise.

OK. That'd be awesome.

I'm Ada.

Alper.

Hello? You called me.

It's me, Ece.

Sorry, who?

What do you mean? Don't you remember me?

My phone broke. All the numbers disappeared, I didn't know it's you.

Yeah right!

I was waiting for you to call.

I thought your phone got stolen?

Yeah, it did get stolen, then I got a new one,

and that broke. I dropped it into water at home.

Fuck you, your whole life is a lie!

Don't swear, please. It's rude.

Ah! What a tool!

Welcome.

This is him!

The man behind all this artistry!

-Hello. -Hello.

We're having all our meals here, all that's left is high tea.

Enjoy the meal.

What'll become of me?

Thanks to you, I've gained five kilos since I started this job.

Mr. Kerem, we have a diet menu. We can find something for you there.

I read in a magazine that

there are two lines men use without believing in them.

One is "I love you." -True!

And the other one is "I'm only going to eat salad today."

You said something very true for once!

Senol, bring a salad to Mr. Kerem at table one.

Make sure it's well presented, something fancy.

Got it.

Oh, and this is what you say.

Gentlemen, may you convince the ladies at the table.

Eat it with faith and conviction. This is on the house.

Sorry. I don't think I understand the sentence, Mr. Alper.

Senol, you're being all English again!

Just say it, they'll understand. -OK.

Could you repeat the sentence in full again?

How did I phrase it? No way, I can't come up with it again.

Bring them a dessert and don't say a word.

Sure.

Hello. Welcome.

Next time, you call. Don't pretend you lost your phone.

Do you think I'm stupid? -No.

Don't get me wrong, but I have to get up really early for a meeting.

Are you mad? How am I supposed to leave when I'm this stoned?

I'll get you a cab. Va Va voom!

I'll pay the fare, too. -The fare? God!

What are you upset about? I have a meeting tomorrow.

Fuck you! Go fuck yourself! You're all the same shit!

-Hush! That's rude. -Fuck off!

Hello, mom. How are you?

Son! I called you this morning, was it too early?

No. I was busy.

You work around the clock, son, always running about.

You don't get anywhere if you don't, mom. Are you OK?

Yes, fine. Your sister and her family are here, your brother and his, too.

-Say hi! -They say hello.

I heard. How's the little monster?

Fine, growing up fast. He's started talking.

He chatters away, "Granny this, granny that!"

How are my sister and brother?

Fine. He's here, too. He fixed the back wall of the garden yesterday,

you know it had fallen apart. He found a builder, bless him.

Mom, if you need anything, I can send it to you.

Did anyone mention money?

For goodness sake! I have money of my own. I just miss you, that's all.

You know Professor Mahmut's son?

Your old friend from school, Erdem. -I remember.

He's getting married. They've invited me to the wedding in Istanbul.

They want me to be the marriage witness.

I couldn't say no, so I'm thinking about coming up for a few days.

I'll get to see you, too, since it's so hard for you to come down here.

-When are you coming? -Well, not for another month.

OK, mom. That's nice.

Right? Do you want anything from here?

OK, lots of love, son.

OK, mommy.

Good morning. Already at work, huh?

Good morning.

You have any spare coffee?

Sure, but... Sorry, but are you going to keep showing up like this?

What can we do then? Have a seat.

Cake?

Carrot and cinnamon.

Sure.

So, did you come here with your son's measurements?

Not yet. I haven't seen him yet.

Not surprised at all. How would you measure a son who doesn't exist?

I mean, you could just guess the numbers, or pull a new stunt and

drag the neighbor's boy here, and show him off as your own son, huh?

Don't look at me like that! Do I look like an idiot?

All that crap about the divorce.

You think a single guy with a son will be irresistible to young girls.

How many sugars? -Two.

That's why guys like you cruise Bagdat Avenue on Sundays.

They drag their nephews, nieces along, show them off like their own kids.

They look around with eyes like dead fish.

All emotional, playing the young guy who's been unlucky in life.

They use little kids for that, pricks!

Hold on! You're being too hard on me.

After you've slept with them a couple of times,

they go "I'm confused, I have lots of things to sort out in my life.

It may hurt now, but when you find the right man, you'll thank me."

Always the same story... Well, they won't fall for it!

To be honest, it seems like you did fall for it at some point.

Get lost!

What can I tell you?

You pig.

Welcome, buddy.

Can I get a T-shirt in large?

-What kind of T-shirt are you after? -Nothing special.

Just a T-shirt. Find me something, whatever.

What about these?

Are you taking the piss? That kind of stuff is for queers!

Where are the T-shirts for men?

I don't know your style so it's hard to help.

We do our own designs. Retro, from the 60s to the 80s.

There's a dark one right there. How about that?

Didit Pesticide

What did you say?

What could I have possibly said?

-Good morning, boss. -Good morning, boss.

-Welcome. -Have a good shift, guys.

Anyone looks at this T-shirt for more than two seconds and I'll chop them up.

Meltem, soak this in bleach, will you? I spilt coffee on it.

Is anyone important coming for lunch? Senol, answer.

No. Well, this old has-been pop star is coming.

He didn't spill coffee. Someone must have thrown it on him.

At this time in the morning?

Do you think the time of day matters to him? He's all over the place.

Meltem! Are you reading coffee fortunes over there or what?

Here we go, ready for the clapping?

Yes, let's get cooking!

You got a great review, Mr. Alper.

Great! Read this out loud. We're cooking here.

"My latest discovery in Tunel is Leblon.

Like the renown American food critic says,

I love everything that's made with passion. Food especially."

"Zucchini soup was just perfect."

-Have the girls left? -Yes.

Good. You can leave, too. I'll lock up.

Do you need anything else from me?

No, thanks.

Did you leave your phone in the kitchen?

Hello?

Hello? -Hello, it's Ada.

Ada!

I called to apologize. Good thing you wrote down your number.

I should throw another coffee at you for doing that.

OK, go ahead and do that whenever you have time.

But then you're going to have to call and apologize again.

You better save my number.

I really just called to apologize. I mean, don't misinterpret this.

God forbid! I already got my share of scolding.

Come on. You're really making me feel bad now.

OK. I won't say another word. Listen. I could see your number.

Should I save it?

I mean, don't get mad at me next time you call and I answer with your name.

So, I'm going to call you again, is that right?

Nah, that's not what I meant. I was just kidding around.

I already told you your jokes suck.

And actually, I dialed #31# first, but you don't accept private numbers,

so I had to make a regular call.

How can you be this confident in yourself?

Excuse me, but this was meant to be an apology call,

but you're still giving me a hard time.

Say something nice for once to make me feel better.

The cake was nice. Will that do?

By the way, where did you get it? Or did your mom make it or something?

Now brace yourself! I made it.

Yeah right! Do you think I'll swallow that?

Well, in fact I did swallow it.

I was so mad, I ate the whole thing just after you left.

The whole cake, and I didn't get bloated at all. Really, who made it?

She doesn't believe me! I swear, it was me.

I don't normally tell people about my talent off hand.

So, I am supposed to feel special?

You don't want that? You want to feel ordinary, just like anyone?

You're selling yourself short, young lady.

I'm going to hang up, OK?

I'm telling you before, so it won't be like I hung up in your face.

See you later. No, I'm just so used to saying that.

See you later.

What is that?

Is your friend there?

Sure, she's here. We're all dressed up waiting for you.

She's a Lolita, huh?

A true Lolita, just what you like.

Don't be too rough with the girl and scare her on the first night. OK?

OK. I'll be there in ten minutes.

Don't get scared. He won't hurt you.

I'm here, darling. Do only what he wants you to do.

I'll hold your hand. Don't be scared. OK?

I can't live with you or without you

It's too bad, there are no answers

Being either together or apart

It's impossible, for no reason

What dreams we had, what hopes

How we longed to be happy

Neither you nor I are to blame...

Hi, mom. How are you?

I just put 2000 liras in your account. Go and withdraw it from the bank, OK?

What do you mean it's a lot, mom?

You're going to a wedding you said, go and get yourself a dress.

OK, mom.

I'm hanging up now. We'll talk later. I have work.

-Good morning. -Good morning.

-We're here! -Welcome.

Thank you. Is our costume ready?

It is! This young lady will go down in history as my first female cowboy.

She's so excited. I don't know where she got this idea!

I told you! That movie with Salma Hayek.

The kids of today, huh?

Look, sweetie! Couldn't you just have been a princess?

Wouldn't that have been better? -That's so boring, mom!

We're going to end up with a tomboy at this rate.

Hey, come on! I want to try it on!

Look!

-Ah, it actually suits her! -Yeah!

If you don't mind, I'd like to take a picture, just for the shop.

-Of course, go ahead. -OK.

-So, these are the other costumes? - Yeah.

They're really great, very nice.

Wouldn't it be easier if you used a digital camera?

I'm used to this one.

Now come over here. Give me a big smile, OK?

My name is Bond, Alper Bond.

Come on! Who's still doing that? It takes me back to middle school!

Great, so it's not that outdated after all.

You're wondering why I'm here, huh? -Yeah, exactly.

You owe me a shirt.

I soaked it in bleach, but the stain didn't come out.

Damn it. I'll get you a new one right away.

You have another choice. Don't get me a shirt, have dinner with me.

I'll do the cooking. Right in front of your eyes.

And I'll make another carrot and cinnamon cake.

OK. I'm buying the shirt.

Don't do this to me.

Let me ask you something. Maybe I'm married. Maybe I'm lesbian.

Maybe my boyfriend is a boxer. For God's sake!

Aren't you the least bit curious? You haven't asked me a thing!

Maybe. I'm trying out the other side of maybe.

I'm just trying it out, let me. Dinner.

Just dinner. Then I'll leave you alone. Promise.

All the secrets of the carrot and cinnamon cake.

A new skill you'll be proud of.

My record collection. Something with vegetables, light and harmless.

Just one glass of wine, and a lift home afterwards is included.

-I'll come at 7 and leave at 10. -11.

-I'll go for the shirt. -OK, 10. Tonight.

I'm off before you change your mind.

I'll call you at 6 to give you directions. Don't miss the call.

Welcome.

-Omer, can you weigh it? -Sure.

Here you go.

-Look at him! -What's up?

Thanks. Have a nice day. -Thanks.

70s or 80s Turkish pop. Something not so well known...

Listen to this. It came in just yesterday.

Hello, Sinem? How are things?

I'll do something stupid tonight. I have no idea what I'm up to.

Stop me, please. OK, I'm going to tell you.

Hope you don't already have it.

No, I don't. Really, I don't. Where did you find it?

Come in. You know how hard it is to get hold of the original?

When you pick up a vegetable, it will tell you how long it should be cooked.

You just have to learn to look at it, see it and listen to it.

You can't put everything into one dish.

A pinch of this, a pinch of that. Doesn't work that way!

That would just be ignorant.

We need the beauty of harmony.

"Just throw whatever together and stir." Don't believe that.

They all have different cooking times.

Mushrooms, zucchini cook the quickest. You can't throw them in with carrots.

Just listen to what they're telling you.

Vinegar and mustard are dominant flavors.

You should think twice before using them.

They're great in some dishes, but they can kill others.

Wait, don't drink yet. I think that's something people always do wrong.

Taste the food first, please.

Wow! It's like poetry.

It's like they're all different on their own, but they're all the same.

See, that's it! Look, if you'd had the wine beforehand,

the food would have tasted of wine.

Like this, the wine accompanies the food.

The first taste is the most important.

Because the second taste follows it.

My profession gives me something else, too.

I know people from the way they eat.

You, for example, are a one-by-one kind of person.

What do you mean?

You like living life slowly, quietly, without rush.

Abundance and alternatives are things that scare you.

I see.

There's no rule that says that's how it is.

It's just the fun part of the job. -The fun part. Really? Good.

You know what the most beautiful thing about cooking is?

What?

Feeding someone.

Rather, seeing the expression on their face when they take the first bite.

That's the picture of my life. Just like the kids on your wall.

I studied fine arts at university. Stage design and decor.

I worked as an art director for movies and TV soaps for a while.

But the sector isn't really for me.

How should I put it? It's like the system's based on exploitation.

Plus lots of people don't value your work anyway.

But I haven't severed all my connections,

I still hire out costumes for movies or make them.

But after all's said and done, I'm captain of my own ship.

I like movies.

Everyone does. But it's a mad sector!

It's not for me at all. I worked in the sector for two years.

But when I realized that in those two years,

I hadn't been able to curl up with a book

and a glass of tea on a single rainy afternoon,

I fled without looking back.

Oh my! And you call me Bohemian!

You were supposed to teach me the secrets of the carrot cinnamon cake.

Hold your horses! It's only 21:15.

How about we listen to this? -Sure.

Wait. Don't give me anymore!

The glasses are the size of bell jars already. Enough!

Nil Burak. I'm Alone. Without wine? I don't think so.

Wonderful! It's a clean copy.

This is a human voice, you know?

Back then, there was no equipment that could make that sound. Listen...

-It's beautiful. -Wonderful!

This could be Istanbul Gelisim. They worked with various people back then.

Look, nothing's done on the cheap, listen.

What devotion! What passion!

Beautiful.

You've made me very happy. Thanks.

It's incredible, such great songs!

But I'd never have guessed the sound quality could be this good.

It's better than... -...a CD. I know.

That's what everyone says when they first listen.

You know why? Because records are analogue and haven't been compacted.

Listen. You hear how deep that is? It sounds like it's live.

Close your eyes.

It's like you're at a concert.

Like she's singing the song right in front of you.

Wow! It really is.

Alper, I want to go home. -Don't go.

-I should go. -Stay.

-No... -Stay.

-Please. -Please.

-Alper. -Ada.

This is awkward. I'm sorry.

I guess I got a bit over-excited. -It's OK. No biggie.

Good morning.

You've tidied up the whole place!

Yes. I had nothing else to do, so...

You should have woken me up.

-Shall I make you one, too? -No. I'm fine like this.

Did you sleep well last night?

I guess you got up at one point.

Yes. I'm not used to sleeping with someone.

I mean, it has nothing to do with you. It's just I'm not used to it.

In fact, I could even say you're the first.

Should I be happy about that I wonder?

Or the opposite perhaps?

What's wrong? We're just talking.

What are we talking about, huh? I mean, is that it?

Last night I did talk to a guy, yes.

But for the last 10 hours, since we had sex, in other words,

we're back to the kind of shallow small talk since you want me out.

Ada, I'm just confused, that's all. I'm a bit, you know...

A bit what? Why are you confused? Yes, I'm expecting an answer.

Hang on! Where are you going?

Let's have breakfast.

You want a half-baked analysis of your coffee-drinking?

Your wanting to share wasn't about sharing,

but finishing the coffee as fast as possible.

Whatever you claim, this isn't the fun part of the analysis, unfortunately.

I have lived enough to know that!

Hello? Good morning. How are you doing? I'll tell you.

Come to the shop and we can get some breakfast. OK? I'm hanging up.

Hello, Ms. Gulten? Can you come and clean today?

I'll be going out. I'll leave your money in the usual spot.

OK, take it easy.

Take it easy, girl! What's going on?

Ada, talk to me.

Here. Drink this.

How about we go to the bathroom? You can freshen up.

Ada, are you in love?

-Don't be ridiculous. -You are.

I said no, didn't I? Are you stupid?

Well, what else would you say?

It's him! What should I do?

Pick it up, girl! You're acting really funny, Ada.

I'm not picking up right away. Let him call a second time.

Hello? Ada's phone, her friend here.

-Is she not there? -She is.

But she's not that keen on picking up her phone.

Yes? Hello?

Ada, what's this bullshit? Weren't you a bit quick to act there?

No. I just turned around while I still could.

What's all this about? OK, I was a bit distant this morning. I know.

That doesn't mean anything.

Ada, please, let's not turn this into something ridiculous.

Ada, are you there?

Yes.

Please, give me another chance.

Call me later, now isn't a good time.

When should I call?

I don't know. Later.

Alright.

I did well, didn't I?

You were fantastic.

Sinem, are you taking the piss or telling the truth?

In the mood you're in now, you'll object to everything.

I'll just nod and agree with everything you say. That's what I'll do now.

You'll be back to normal in a few days. Then, we can talk.

I got you a band aid.

-Ada, what shall I do with these? -Throw them out!

Have a look, will you? What are these?

Throw them in the trash!

I'm hungry.

I make a sauce for this with soy and balsamic. It's really good.

Take me somewhere.

Somewhere quiet where we can listen to music.

I know this place, it's like travelling back in time. You won't believe it.

-Make me believe it then. -Come along.

Didn't you know when you were loved?

Didn't you laugh when I told you?

Didn't I say there was yearning Separation in our fortune?

You wouldn't understand

You wouldn't believe in fate

And you said you couldn't be One of those cruel heartbreakers

I wish you happiness, my darling

May life smile on you Even if I am not there

With the guilt on your shoulders You left behind a pair of crying eyes

This is it, right there on the left.

So nice.

OK, let's talk in the morning then.

I shouldn't come up?

No.

Let me come up.

Alper, I'd like a chance to think, sleep.

OK. We'll just sleep then.

OK. But we'll just sleep.

OK.

-Alper, wait, just a second. -Shut up!

Alper, don't! What are you doing?

I'm sorry.

Will you look at me?

I am.

No. Look properly.

How?

Feel my hand. Feel that I'm touching you.

The lines of my hands are right on your forehead.

Can you feel them?

Open your eyes and look at me.

What can you see?

You.

Yes. But you should see some other things, too.

What do you mean?

My face should change.

It should become everything you love. Otherwise it won't work.

Keep looking. I should be more than just me now.

When you look at me,

it should be like you've captured a moment from your own life.

There should be a story.

That moment, I should be everyone and everything you love.

Hold my hand.

Can you tell which hand is yours? They should become mixed up.

You should mix them up.

I should become you, and you me, like you're making love to yourself.

-Ada. This is so beautiful. -Yes.

Ada. My love.

Hush.

Ada, I love you.

-I know. -Ada!

Hey! Don't look at me. I'm embarrassed.

OK, but I can't help it.

I want to say something. You're very beautiful.

You think so?

OK.

I want to say something. I hardly know anything about you.

Don't make me talk about myself, will you? I'm a simple man.

I am what you see. No more. -I bet there is more.

If there is, I don't know about it.

I just want to lie here in silence now.

Alright.

Ada.

It was beautiful.

But it's beautiful now, too.

Good morning!

-What's that? -Breakfast.

There wasn't a thing in the cupboards! This is all I could find.

There weren't any roses, so I made do with the flowerpot.

I noticed.

The bread was stale, so I toasted it in the frying pan.

The sunglasses?

To look cool. I'm ugly in the morning.

But I tell you what, this isn't going to fill me up.

I want a decent Sunday breakfast.

Really? Come here for a bit, you sweet little thing.

-Does my breath smell? -No! Mine?

Like strawberries.

You're not at all ugly in the morning.

Hold on. I want to look at you a bit.

OK.

Your face tells a story.

What do you mean?

Your forehead is almost non-existing.

It's like your hair was impatient, and grew out in a rush.

So you always seem to be running.

Your eyes tell a completely different story.

They tell you to stop for a bit, to take one step at a time.

And they really look a lot. How can I explain it?

They look really deeply, and you know that.

That's why you can't look at anyone for a long time.

Your honey bubble beard is all happy amongst them.

"Hey, don't be so serious. We're having fun here!"

And you have such a mature and angular face,

it's like you were never a child.

You were never a child, so you've remained a child.

What's this story called?

I don't know. Something with blue or green. Blue Frenzy!

Drop the frenzy. Just stick to the blue.

Is this it? I've been here before. So, you didn't notice me!

Stop right there! I don't look at customers like that.

In fact, you're the first...

I see.

You want to see the kitchen first? We can make our breakfast together.

Sure.

Good morning, guys.

Meet Ada. Ada, the guys.

Hello. I'm Meltem.

Have a good shift, everyone.

-Welcome. -Thanks.

-Hello. Tarik. -Hello.

We'll make ourselves some breakfast here without getting into your way.

Ada, meet Senol. Senol is our head waiter. Ada.

-Nice to meet you, Ada. -Likewise.

-Do you need anything, Mr. Alper? -No, thanks, Senol.

-What do you want in your omelet? -Everything.

OK. An everything omelet. Coming up.

Ladies, let's get back to work. You had a look, that's enough.

Feel free to ask anything you like about the kitchen or cooking.

The recipe for the carrot and cinnamon cake for example?

Oh right, I forgot.

Wait. Its time will come.

We're not going anywhere, are we?

How can you stay thin when you eat so much?

I burn the calories. It's the way I'm built.

How did you learn to cook?

When I was at primary school, only the kitchen stove was hot during the day.

I would do my homework there since it was warm.

My mom was so enthusiastic about cooking, it was fun to watch.

Talking about my mom, she's coming to visit from Tarsus. Where's your family?

Bursa.

I've really neglected them lately. I should go and see them at some point.

Why are you so into second-hand books?

Because they have a past, a history. I love finding traces of other people.

Notes, phone numbers, a thing or two forgotten between the pages.

I love thinking about who they belonged to, their stories.

I make up new lives in my head, in my thoughts.

I sometimes find stuff like that in the records I buy.

And what do you do with them?

I don't know. I'm more interested in the songs anyway.

My roommates at university were the ones who opened my eyes.

"You cook real good, you should open a restaurant." they said.

I liked the idea.

So I got my dad to sell a couple of fields, and opened this place.

He had a soft spot for me, bless him.

He was confident I wouldn't go bankrupt.

You know, it was one of my happiest moments ever.

Before he died, he came to Istanbul and ate something at the restaurant.

He looked around and said: "Well done, man! It was worth selling out."

Are you crying?

It's nothing. I guess it just touched me.

So why don't you have any friends?

Why do you say that? I do actually.

I don't know, I don't really have the need.

I like being alone, I guess. Or maybe it's me who's difficult? I don't know.

Everything's changing, Ada. Everything familiar looks different.

Smells are changing. Sounds are different.

Ever since I met you... How can I explain it?

There's joy everywhere, like a holiday morning.

Wow! That one was good! You're making progress with your stories.

Alper, I want to say something.

Yes?

I... Never mind.

Hello.

Are you at home?

Are you available?

What's going on? Are you out on a run or what?

Come on in. I've already poured you a vodka.

You remember you take your shoes off outside, right?

You good-for-nothing, you haven't called for ages!

I was planning to give you a hard time, believe me.

Alper!

What's going on? Did you get up?

Yeah. I had some water.

And a cigarette.

Alper, you smoke too much.

Come on, Alper! Time to wake up!

Alper!

Alper, come on!

Your mom will be here in two hours. Come on. Here you are.

Good morning.

I've tidied up a bit, but you have a look around, too.

There's nothing lying around that'll shock the poor woman, is there?

Like what?

What do I know, magazines or something. Boys stuff.

Things left over from your bachelor days.

What? -Nothing.

I was just kidding! Why are you looking at me like that?

Don't be scared, I'm not asking you to get married or anything!

Ada, don't be silly. That's not what I was thinking.

Aren't you behind the times! You think magazines are still a thing?

Do you really want me to come?

Yes. What's the problem?

Maybe the woman wants to see you first, she must have missed you.

Now I'll be around right away, at the moment she arrives.

You'll be around later anyway. What difference does it make?

I don't have to be around at all if you don't want me to.

Ada, what's the matter with you? Why are you so stressed out this morning?

Who, me? I should be asking you that! Alper!

Everything's fine.

Come along. You'll get to meet each other.

I have to be at work at noon anyway. This way she won't be left on her own.

Sure, no problem. I'll give Sinem a call and she can look after the shop.

Sorry. I completely forgot.

I have a job, too, remember.

Or is it that you don't want me to work?

-Ada! -What?

Goodbye.

Mom!

Ah! My son!

Are you tired?

No, son. Why would I be? I've been sitting the whole way.

The seats in these new buses are like living room armchairs.

-You have any bags to collect? -My child, could you...

Give me that. Come here.

Look, mom. This is Ada. -Ada?

My friend.

Introduce yourselves. I'll be right back.

Hello there. How are you?

Very well, dear. I hope everyone treats you as well as you treat me!

Aren't you pretty, darling. Bless your little soul!

So, your name's Ada, is it? What a lovely name.

Thanks. You're very beautiful, too.

Beautiful? I'm old, my dear.

So, you're Alper's friend, are you? What kind of friend? A good friend?

Praise be! That's just great.

Are you hungry? Let's have some breakfast, then you can have a nap.

In Alper's apartment? Sure, I could have a nap, but you'll be there, huh?

I mean, you're living together as friends, right?

I couldn't be sure, that's why I'm asking.

Let's say I come and go.

Come all the time, dear!

It's bursting at the seams again, mom!

Don't shake it like that, son! I brought you dolma and olive oil, too.

Oh, mom!

Come on, let's go.

Ms. Muzeyyen, are you comfortable back there?

I wish you'd have sat in the front.

I'm very comfortable here, dear. The car's so spacious!

But please, stop calling me "Ms.". Forget the formalities!

Just call me Muzeyyen. -OK.

So, mom. What's new?

What's there to tell, son? Things are always the same back home.

Your brother and his family all send you their love.

You should come and see the boy at some point. Oh my, has he grown!

But let's hear about you. How are you? You're the one with the news.

I'm good. As usual.

Well, that's good.

Come on in.

-Let me put those in the fridge, son. -I'll do that, mom.

You have such a lovely home. Praise be!

Just out of a commercial.

I said I wasn't tired, but I realize now I am.

Why don't you have a rest while I get breakfast?

-No, dear. Thanks. -Up to you.

Where shall I put this, son?

Oh! You have not one but two fridges, son! Praise be!

Which one should I use, I wonder? -Whichever one you want, mom.

There's some space here.

This is the bag with your clothes and stuff, right?

-Yes, son. -OK, I'll bring it in.

Here are the olives.

Don't overdo it, dear.

They fed us on the bus anyway. I'll be happy with a glass of tea.

I'm brewing some now.

Lovely! I can't stand those tea-bag things.

Leave that. I'll do it all.

Look, there's pure olive oil in here. A friend gave it to me.

We'll mix in some mint and oregano, and you can dip your bread in it.

Where does he keep his herbs? -They're over here.

So, when's the wedding, mom?

Tomorrow evening at eight, in Sisli.

Wait, the invitation's in my bag. -Let's have a look.

The address is written there. Have a look.

OK, mom. It's easy to get to.

You are coming, aren't you, son?

No, mom. What business do I have at a wedding?

You know how claustrophobic I get.

Ah! But that's rude, son.

Your friend from primary school, your old buddy.

OK. We'll see.

Ah! I have this big company booked for dinner tomorrow.

-You have to work, huh? -Yep.

What if you just put in an appearance for five minutes or so?

The thing is, it's a very big booking...

Well, if you have to work, that's a different story of course.

What if I come with you?

Bless you! That'd be great. Then I won't be all on my own there.

That'd be great. I can drop you off,

and then I'll come and pick you up later.

And I'll pin some gold on the bride and groom and wish them well.

Thanks.

Is that what you're going to wear? No way. You can't.

What? It's a perfectly good dress.

-Mom, it's so old-fashioned. -Alper.

Let's get you something nicer here.

I'm not the bride, son! I can't wear a ball gown at my age.

Listen. I have to go to work now. Why don't you and Ada go out shopping?

Ada's an expert at these things. Buy a dress, have a stroll around.

Plus you can get me a gold coin for the wedding.

Don't waste your money on this, son. What do I need a dress for?

You do, Ms. Muzeyyen! Let everyone marvel at you.

And now he's making fun of me!

I'll come and pick you up tonight, and we can go out to dinner.

OK? I've got lots of work waiting.

OK. Don't work too hard, son. Have a good day.

We'll have dinner at your restaurant, right? I want to see it again.

Sure we can, mom.

Ada, could I have a word?

Look, sorry, Ada.

It's OK. At the end of the day, it's not me who's getting married.

Ada!

What? Alper, you're rushing off to work.

Couldn't you have stayed with your mom? Isn't this rude?

I'd only be in her way in the house anyway.

I know her. She'd find lots of stuff to do, cleaning, cooking and so on.

I'll make it up to her tonight.

OK then.

-Get something for yourself, too. -Yes, sir.

I'm serious.

OK, Alper. Don't be silly now. Off you go. Bye bye.

Oh! Look at this! How did they build this place?

Praise be! So, you can find everything here you said?

Yes. Shops, restaurants, cinemas, they put them all in one place these days.

So people don't tire themselves out, huh?

You come here and get everything done once and for all.

I guess. It's a bit like an aquarium.

Oh my, it's so crowded! Grab onto my arm or I'll get lost,

then you'll have to go through the trouble of finding me.

Don't say that, Muzeyyen!

What about that?

Too colorful, isn't it?

Get up.

Let's look at you.

-Beautiful. -Yeah, really.

There's even a jeweler's, you said? I'm completely taken aback!

Let's get the gold from there, then go for a nice cup of coffee.

Wonderful! That's just what we need.

Let's treat ourselves now when we're in Istanbul, right?

Sorry.

Oh, thank you.

Oh!

Yours is big enough to feed a bunch of orphans!

Let's have a little chat, shall we?

I'm not going to beat about the bush,

and don't be all shy and embarrassed with me. Think of me as your mother.

Do you love my son?

Oh, sweetheart!

In fact, we haven't known each other long. It's been a month or so.

My darling! I could die happy having seen this.

In all this time, you're the only one he's seen worthy of introducing to me.

He's always been all on his own here. How can I explain it, dear?

Alper is a bit different. Strong and silent, as they say.

He never shows his affections, he won't talk and air his troubles.

Sometimes he's outright rude!

He's been like that since he was little.

He never liked crowds. He always wanted to sit around in his room.

What do they call it? It's the way people are built.

Some people are like a closed book.

What I'm trying to say is... Don't be defeated, dear.

Don't give up.

Look, he's never once kissed me on the cheek just like that, out of the blue.

I know that he loves me. I know it. You should know it for yourself, too.

Friendships, or what do you call it? Dating?

Whatever. It's hard, of course. Keep working for it. Don't leave him.

These cities, big places mislead you.

In this hustle and bustle, people don't realize they're alone.

Be a voice, a breath of fresh air by his side.

Does it get this busy every night?

At this time, usually. Tonight is not even a particularly busy night.

It gets very crowded in the weekends. -Praise be!

Mom, let them do it.

This is too much for me, son!

The portions are so big in Istanbul.

The poor boy's been running around like mad all day, he must be exhausted.

Would you like anything else?

No, thanks. This is more than enough for us. Sit down and rest, son.

Alper, your mom and I had a great day out. Didn't we?

She did a great job showing me around.

We went to Ortakoy. We bought a ton of different beads.

For the girls, your nieces.

They'll be thrilled.

We went home and dropped off the shopping bags,

and then we went out again, to Ada's little shop.

I love those costumes! They made me feel like a child all over again.

Ah! And look what Ada gave me.

For Murat.

He won't just be happy, the little rascal, he'll be over the moon!

-Thanks, Ada. -Hope he'll have fun wearing it.

You know what made me laugh the most today?

They've put sports equipment in the parks.

There are fat women on them, holding onto the handles like they're running.

Like this.

Oh no!

Leave it. The guys will handle it.

-Did you get anything on you? -No, no.

Mom, leave it. Sit down, Senol will handle it.

Mom. Mom!

Alper!

No problem whatsoever. I'll take care of it right this second.

This kind of thing happens all the time.

I'm sorry for the trouble.

Muzeyyen, let's take a ferry on the Bosporus tomorrow, OK?

And you didn't tell him the most important thing.

We went to the shopping mall. Alper, we got your mother a beautiful suit.

Like I said, my family's in Bursa. Have you ever been there?

I haven't had the chance, darling. They say it's beautiful.

I've just driven through a few times.

-I'll take you one day. -God willing.

There's always a traffic jam.

You're so lucky. You get peace and quiet in a place like Tarsus.

This city's almost uninhabitable these days.

You should come and see Tarsus then. You'd love it.

Look, even if Alper can't make it, you're welcome whenever you want.

Mom, let's drop Ada off at home first.

Then you can go straight to bed once we get home.

You must be exhausted after today, both of you.

Ada, I'll come and pick you up in the morning around nine or ten. OK?

-OK. -For breakfast.

Oh goodness, I've spoiled your routine.

Oh please! What do you mean by that!

I stay at my own place all the time anyway.

I could have curled up and slept just anywhere, son.

It's OK, mom. It's not a problem.

Ah, mom! What have you done? I was making the bed for you in there.

I won't sleep there, son. I'm fine here. I have plenty of space.

I won't kick you out of your own bed. It's lighter here, too. Much better.

How's my brother? My nephews and nieces?

They're all fine.

I miss them a lot.

I know you do. Why wouldn't you?

Mom.

Darling?

It's so hard, mom.

What's hard, darling?

We're proud of you, son.

You've established yourself here without anyone's help.

Mom.

Yes, darling?

It's hard, mom. So hard.

What's hard, darling?

Have you had a bit to drink?

A bit.

Did you buy the flowers before or after drinking?

What difference does it make?

A lot.

First I decided to buy them, then I had a drink, then I bought them.

I drank at home. Fast. In a blue frenzy. Mum's asleep at home.

I came to give you the flowers.

I went all the way to the Flower Passage,

I figured there'd be no florists open at this hour. So, I got them from...

The kids there.

I'm going to give you the flowers and a kiss, apologize and go.

If mom wakes up, she'll be scared home alone.

I love you.

But if you'd been sober, I wouldn't have been able to say that.

Now go. Hurry.

Off you go!

Mom! We're here!

We're going to take a gypsy boat tour today.

What's that, dear?

You get on at Bebek, and then you go down the whole coast.

I mean, it's something like a Bosporus cruise.

Wonderful!

Alper!

Erdem!

Welcome. How are you?

Fine. I brought the wedding witness.

Aunt Muzeyyen, hello! How are you?

Congratulations.

I can't stay. I have an event in the restaurant tonight. A big company.

-Why? I wish you'd stay. -Business, what can I say?

Should I pin it here? Not yet, huh?

Let me give this to you. -Whatever. OK.

-I wish you happiness. -I wish you'd stay.

I'd have loved to.

I have a lot of guests. I must go.

Do you, Ms. Nalan, take Mr. Erdem as your lawfully wedded husband?

-I do. -Applause.

Do you, Mr. Erdem, take Ms. Nalan as your lawfully wedded wife?

-I do. -Bravo!

I hope your turn is next, dear.

Hold on to Ada. Don't hurt her. Don't ever think of leaving her.

Ada is the most precious gift God has ever given you.

Don't forget that. That's all I have to say.

I'm hungry. Remember that pot of dolma we finished the other day?

Your mom woke up early before we went on the boat trip to make more.

She said "I put them in the small fridge, remember to eat them."

You want some, too?

I think you should let me have it all.

Or maybe you should have some. If I eat it all, I may end up in hospital.

I did once when I was little.

My aunt had made a potful like this and put it in the fridge.

My mom and aunts were having an afternoon nap.

It was such a hot summer's day. I came back from playing...

In the street.

I sat down and finished the whole pot,

I even had bread with it, I couldn't stop myself.

Then I got this horrific stomach ache. The pain was killing me...

Ada, I want to break up.

I'm wondering why I'm not the least bit surprised.

Huh?

I knew actually.

I tried not to scare you, but I guess it was all a waste of time.

But why cry so much over something you already knew. Right?

So, I won't cry.

Why did you keep pursuing me then? Huh?

Why? You knew it wouldn't work out, that you couldn't do it. So why?

Why?

Fuck you!

Who did I kiss here just a while ago? Why?

Ada!

Ada, are you OK?

Let's go up. -Let me go!

Ada...

Don't be ridiculous. I'm not going to hit you. Have you gone mad?

Come here.

I want you to know something.

I don't deserve you.

I never did deserve you.

It may hurt now, but when you find the right man...

You'll thank me.

Can't even one of you come up with something original?

Which movie is that from?

Does the Red Crescent provide you with these lines

from 1980s American teen movies?

To help you out in hard situations like this.

I'm being honest here.

Ada, I've experienced a lot. I've wasted a lot.

Myself. Life. Everything.

It's too late for me to change.

It's like a virus in my blood.

I don't want to be a part of anyone's life.

And I don't want anyone to be a part of mine.

That's the way I am, I was born that way. Don't look for a reason.

I wish there was a reason, then I could change.

Know this; you were the most beautiful thing in my life. Don't forget that.

If that helps at all.

It really helps. Thanks.

I'm going to say something, then I'll go.

You're about to freeze to death in the snow.

Sleep seems sweet, but you don't realize you've died.

Senol!

Happy birthday to you!

Happy birthday, dear boss! Happy birthday to you!

-Mr. Alper. -Yes, Senol?

If you don't mind, I'd like to have a glass of wine with you tonight.

Wow! To what do I owe this? Finally!

Tonight is different. Tonight is special for me.

Fill them up! You're such a cheapskate!

This is how you've made me a rich man.

Don't say that, brother! That's not why, you know I don't drink a lot.

Sorry, I couldn't stop myself from calling you brother there.

Go ahead, you should!

Anyway, I'm seriously suspicious you have some noble English blood in you.

It will be revealed sooner or later. So, what are we celebrating?

Gamze is pregnant. We're having a baby.

Wow! Senol the father! My man! I'm so happy for you, Senol.

Thanks. Thanks, brother.

Just a minute. I can't think now.

What does that make me? An uncle?

Yes. Uncle Alper.

God, it feels like only yesterday.

I had just opened the place. You walked in and said:

"I saw you're looking for staff, sir. Could I speak to the boss, please?"

When I said I was the boss,

you looked at me in disbelief, all English like you do.

Alper, brother.

I want to thank you so much for everything.

On behalf of all of us.

You've been so good to us, so generous.

We owe you. I want you to know that.

Come on! Cut out the crap.

So, out of all the wine bottles, you chose to open this one tonight?

Is this a wine worthy of the news?

You should have gone for a Bordeaux or something.

Cheapskate!

What's this? Vroom! It's coming!

We're flying!

Uncle Alper, we're going to the cinema tonight, right?

If that's what you want, of course, my boy.

Ice Age, right?

Ice Age. How many is there now?

One year younger than you.

Hello! My name's Bobo. When breakfast is over, I'm yours.

What's your name? -Mithatcan!

Come on!

-Ice Age. -Yep, Ice Age.

Look, we got the tickets beforehand,

so you just need to hand the tickets to the man at the door. OK?

OK!

Atta boy!

We'll go inside.

Dad, isn't Uncle Alper coming? Uncle Alper!

He'll be right behind us, son.

Hi, Alper. How are you?

Ada! Hi.

Well, this is a surprise. Oh my.

I called you a couple of times.

Your number must have changed, of course.

I've moved to England. Got married.

Really?

I'm very happy for you. Your husband?

Hakan. He works for a company there. I've kept my business going,

opened another shop there. That's how things roll.

I guess that was Senol's son, huh?

He's very sweet. Bless him!

This is my daughter Elif. She's three.

So cute! What a sweetie!

Bless her! -Thanks.

I had the chance to come here,

so I came, both to go see my parents in Bursa and catch up with Sinem.

I'm going back tomorrow morning.

I left Elif with her father and the nanny.

We might come back for New Year, the whole family.

I'd say sit down for a coffee, but I guess you're going to the cinema.

How are you? How are things?

You're still running the restaurant, huh?

I'm fine. Very good. Everything's on track.

I'm not fine at all, Ada. I was never able to forget you.

I never thought this would happen.

I'm incomplete. Everything's a mess.

Are you really over me or are you getting even with me?

You're smiling. Is it sincere? I never thought it would be like this.

Just after we broke up, I felt light as a bird.

I thought I had done both of us a favor.

That was until the smallest thing screwed me up completely.

That day, a tiny hairclip of yours mocked me.

That morning I realized that I'd lost you, and so many other things.

You'd never be there again.

I'd never have something like this with anyone else.

Life kept mocking me.

I kept coming across faces similar to yours,

smells similar to yours,

voices similar to yours.

Or is that just how it seemed to me? I don't know.

You know what?

That tiny hairclip you lost one day and didn't know where it went,

it's still in my pocket.

I'm fine. Very good.

Did you know they turned your shop into a real estate agency?

Right. Sinem said.

I walked past there the other day. I had things to do in the area.

No, Ada. I'm lying. I sometimes go and have a look at that street.

And I imagine things were like before. I just stand there.

I imagine you're sitting inside and still creating little heroes.

I deceive myself. I try to console myself, Ada.

How's your mother? Is she OK?

She's fine. Busy raising the grandkids.

She comes to visit sometimes and I go down there now and again.

I miss Muzeyyen.

I was supposed to go and visit her. But it wasn't meant to happen.

I went to see her right after the break-up.

I went to the house where you were born,

to the town where you spent your childhood, my love.

With your mother, I took a short trip into your past.

I made her promise never to tell you. Bravo. She kept her promise.

I saw the house you grew up in, the bed you slept in, my love.

I imagined about you, your childhood.

You were there and you didn't know yet you'd meet me one day.

You laid on my lap and I told you a story.

You grew up. A story in my head.

You know how I used to love that.

Then, I wrote us a happy ending.

You and I sat side by side in that house. We said nothing.

You sat beside me, silent. That was the end, another life.

It was just you and me. You looked at me,

blue and unfrenzied. We said nothing.

Another happy ending in another life.

We deserved that. Our story is there somewhere.

It'll be with me forever. Because that's the only way I can go on.

So a person's smell always stays the same... I was surprised.

I took something of yours away with me.

A small 45 rpm record. Arda Kardes' Fairytales.

When you go back home, you'll never know how that record went missing.

You know what? That little record is with me. You're still in my home.

But you don't know it.

And when I close my eyes, you're in my arms, not anyone else.

And you don't know it.

Oh! It's already seven.

Yeah. The 7 o'clock screening has started. You'll be late.

No, I'm not going in. It's a kids' movie, I'd get bored.

I have other more appealing plans anyway.

You've got someone waiting, or what?

There is actually, yes.

Great. I'm happy for you.

No. There's no one in my life. I lied to you.

I know, my love. There's no one. And there never will be.

You'll just borrow other people's kids, lives and bodies.

Then, you'll return them. And you'll always be alone.

Well, I'm going to excuse myself then.

-OK. Goodbye. -Goodbye.

Oh, by the way, remember,

you were going to give me the recipe for the carrot and cinnamon cake.

Oh right. Damn!

I found the recipe in a cookbook. I baked it and we enjoyed it.

It wasn't as good as yours, of course. But it will be. I mean, there's hope.

-Bravo! -I'm determined. I'm going to nail it.

Congratulations in advance.

Goodbye. Take care.

Goodbye.

Didn't you know when you were loved?

Didn't you laugh when I told you?

Didn't I say there was yearning Separation in our fortune?

You wouldn't understand

You wouldn't believe in fate

And you said you couldn't be One of those cruel heartbreakers

I wish you happiness, my darling

May life smile on you Even if I am not there

With the guilt on your shoulders You left behind a pair of crying eyes

ALONE

dedicated to the audience

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