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THE HUNTER

"THE HAIRDRESSER"

How are you feeling today, Mr. Blanchet?

- I am in pain - I'll take care of it

- You're leaving on Monday? - It's about time

Joseph Malungo wishes you a quick recovery, Colonel

- Mum? It's done - Good

Call Malungo. Tell him to turn on the news

And don't forget to ask for his payment

Due to Colonel Blanchet's health issues, Walpole Trial gets postponed

Delete: Blanchet Archive

- Lauren? - I'm here

- It smells a bit burnt, doesn't it? - Crap!

- Yummy - Bloody hell

- I'll never get used to these pre-sets - Close your eyes

There you go

What is it you need to be forgiven for?

I know. I've been quite busy lately, but I was on quite a tricky case

What I don't get is why your Mum won't hire more lawyers?

And if you think this is enough to be forgiven

I am way more demanding than that

"Involved in an arms traffic case...

...the once Chief of the Armed Forces in New Caledonia, Colonel Blanchet...

...died from a heart attack last night

His testimony was highly anticipated if not major in the Walpole case...

whose tria i's due to begin next month at the international court in The Hague

- Nothing else? - No, I think I've read it all

You can't even imagine how bad my headache is

Probably yesterday's champagne Disgusting, just like them

- Your appointment is in 15 minutes - I'll be quick

Maître Pinard Legris

lawyer for François Doumenc aka "the hairdresser"

I think I should let you know this conversation is being recorded

Fine. As you probably know already...

...François Doumenc has been placed in custody

- I'm defending him - Congratulations. Nice case

- How many murders? - Four, officially

But, between you and me, I think there are more

So, no doubt he'll be acquitted with applause from the jury

Still, Doumenc is very meticulous

No fingerprints, no DNA, not a single shred of evidence

I guess he wasn't arrested at random

He's been seen with his victim a few hours prior to the murder

And for once, the identikit looks like him

Luckily, Doumenc has a thing for shaving his victims' skulls

- Hence, this ridiculous nickname? - That could turn out handy

I had an idea. Stop me if...

- Yes, Alma -The chief minister's office's calling

No, tell him to call again later Sorry for interrupting you

If a murder following the same ritual was committed during Doumenc's custody

- Do you see what I mean? - Sure

- Any potential targets? - Here are his last four victims

Any woman of this type, aged between 20 and 25 should do

- Preferably blonde - 300,000

I had been told 200,000

I don't think you're in any position to negotiate, dear colleague

- Hey, you look on top form - Thank you

- How are you? - Good

There. Your payment for the Blanchet contract

- Alma told me you look tired - Always worrying for nothing that one

I've got some photos for you

- These are the hairdresser's victims - The maniac?

- Who scalped his victims? - Scalped is such a big word

François Doumenc only shaves his victims' skulls after executing them

Not a very sophisticated boy

Our job would be to find a double, execute her and shave her hair off...

...whilst Doumenc is still in custody

- And you said yes? - Of course. Who would refuse?

- You'd like a copycat in 24 hours? - I'd say more like 48

With such a pedigree, his custody will automatically be extended

It doesn't make much difference

Besides, you're asking me to eliminate some unrelated stranger

- I hate that and you know it - Come on, Samuel. 300,000 euros

I've just finished a contract and need a few days off

Samuel...

I'm sorry

Is that the best you could come up with?

Leave me alone, you brat. It hurts so much

Here

- Don't worry. I'll be fine - Sure?

Yes

You shouldn't be allowed to decline any of my offers, but well...

Go, just go. Forget it

Samuel... My boy, my little boy

Mum?

Mum?

actor's agent

blond woman 25/30 5'6"

Sophie Granella? I'm in search of a young actress for a video clip...

...and I'd really like to meet you How about 11, today?

Here's the address

- Hello, welcome to Le Cercle - Vladimir

Nice to hear you, dear Slayer We've been missing you

- I'm on my way - I'll be waiting

You're all right, sweetheart? Don't worry, honey

- Mummy? - It won't be long

Mummy!

Good afternoon, Lauren. This way, please

- I pass - I pass

I'll show you where to sit

Some exceptional players, you won't be disappointed

- Sorry - Something's wrong?

It's Boivin. I'm not 100 % sure, but I think I've seen a ghost

Call me back

You've had another heart attack

A small one, but the electro clearly shows some irregularities

Well... So, what's your plan? Not another bypass, right?

Don't you think we should consider something more radical?

It's not that simple, Natacha The waiting lists are long

Unbelievable. A man of your age still ignoring the fact that to some people

...the words waiting list don't mean a goddamn thing

Maybe you should stop going out, drinking, smoking...

...and fucking like you're 20

Come on. It hasn't always been a problem for you, has it?

All right, listen. I need a new heart, not a new life. So, tell me what to do

Should I leave an envelope at your clinic or give it straight to you?

One witness backs off, another moves out

Two days before the trial starts Can you believe that?

It only leaves me 48 hours to make my case look like something

Are you listening?

Maybe I'm paranoid, but it felt like someone's been following me

You're sure?

A man, the same one, several times on the same day, at different places

You've been gambling again?

- Why? You don't trust me? - I'm just asking

You should know by now that I'm done with it

Here she is

This baby asparagus is so lovely. Good job

I'm so glad to see you here especially considering how rare this is

I saw the doctor earlier

- And? - I've just had my fourth attack

Hold your horses. I'm at the top of the list for a heart transplant

That's one good thing about having some money set aside

After a certain age, one needs to be a bit more far-sighted, you know?

No one's safe from hard blows

I'm proof

Arthur, what about asking first?

- Would you like it? - No, thank you honey

Haven't I told you not to be so formal with me?

Soon, I'll start seeing this as some sign of hostility

All right. What's up then? Everything's all right at school?

It's okay

He doesn't talk much That's symptomatic

- Symptomatic of what? - No need to spell it out

But when a mum gets joined at the hip to her son...

Then kids grow up, become introverted...

...ill at ease, unsure about everything...

Mum, give it a rest, all right?

Sure, you're a family today, but don't be surprised...

...if in a few years from now, he's more into boys than girls

By the way, I got something for you

Alma found this online. Look

HIV & AIDS HOTLINE

You've got to be kidding me

Stop right there. Don't talk to my son like that ever again

She's completely nuts Listen, someone has to do it!

Well done. Happy with yourself?

Anyway. I know I haven't belonged here since the day you got together

When was it by the way? Oh, right. Back when I had my first bypass

Funny coincidence, isn't it?

Don't ever ask me to choose between Lauren and you. Ever

Honey...

Sorry about what happened

I can't hear

- I said I'm sorry - That's fine. Drop it

- You and your mum are my priority - Oh, really?

Standing up to your mum the way you did was impressive

That's the way she is. I can't change her

Nor will you change me

Do you think she'll put up with you much longer?

Why exactly are you reproaching me? Apart from for loving your mum?

Nothing

I've got two friends in college. Their dads are lawyers, too

But it doesn't look like you do the same job

It's a varied job. Taking care of crimes has little to do with filing divorces

I know my mum. Buying her with all your money won't last

I'll try to remember that

You know, if you'd like to leave off the firm to do anything,

whatever you wanted

or even if, for any reason...

you lost your job and we had to start everything from scratch

I wouldn't have a problem with that

Yes, he wrote that play

No, before having tests, we'd like her to read it so that we can discuss it

Yes, I know. But the producer is off to London tomorrow

He really would have liked to meet Sandrine first

Well, I don't know. What about leaving the script in her mailbox?

Hold on. What's her address?

All right. Brilliant. Thanks, bye

Thank you

MONDAY THEATRE DES BORDS DE MARNE. AUDITION 5:00 P.M.

ANTON CHEKHOV UNCLE VANYA

FRED: HAIRDRESSER

Catherine? It's me, Sandrine. You're okay?

Did you just call me?

No. I called you back straight away. I'd left my phone at home

Which play? No, my mailbox was empty

No, I didn't get any manuscript. What was it about?

Good idea. I'm in no position to refuse anything, anyway

Yes. 5:00 pm.

I told you she's busy

Sorry, but I'll have to call you back

Did you send someone to stalk me?

Do you have anything to hide, darling?

You're trying to build a case against me, right?

Are you worried I might cheat on Samuel? Probably not. You'd actually love that

Calm down, Lauren. I don't have anything to do with it, I swear

I'm not mad. A man followed me all day and was also at my house

He even took photos

Listen, Lauren. You're an exceptional lady

Well, I suppose, since Samuel...

Anyway, some men must fantasise about you

So if you have acquired a stalker, ask your husband to deal with it

Do you really think I've got time to chase you around?

- Or to take care of your paranoia? - Sure, I must be nuts

I don't care about any of that. Listen, only one thing matters to me

and that is knowing that Samuel is happy

And to be quite honest, I doubt this is what you're best at

Which kind of happiness? The one measured by the number of zeros?

I'd have much to learn from you. No doubt

- Hello, sir. - Hi, could I talk to Fred?

- Sure, I'll go find him - Thanks

- Yes? - You better keep an eye on your wife

- Someone's spotted this idiot. - There's no way.

She said a man's been following her and I don't believe in coincidence

Wait. She changed her name and lives 500 miles away from where she used to

Recognised by who?

I hope you're right, otherwise... we're in trouble

I've got to go

- Sorry - I'm Fred

Hi, I'm a friend of Sandrine Lopes

- She told me to talk to you - Didn't she tell you I only do women?

Precisely. That'd be for my wife. At home

- Home? - Yes

Sorry, I should have started there. My wife is paralysed, she's turning 34.

- And I would love to offer this to her - I get it

I'm afraid it might be a bit complicated, as we're fully booked until late

Name your price

- Only because you're Sandrine's friend - Thank you

- Half eight? I'll pick you up? - Deal

By the way, you'll probably see her first

She left this at home this morning

Thank you. See you tonight

- Hello? - It's me. Mum called me

Is the guy at the house, the one you told me about?

Sorry, I probably panicked for nothing

- Is Arthur with you? - He's at his friend Simon's

Listen. Turn the alarm on, lock the door and if anything weird happens, call me

- I'll have my phone - You're not coming home?

I'll be working late into the evening

If we can't persuade this woman to testify, the trial is lost

I love you

Were you afraid?

- Is it that scary? - Yes

What about staying here tomorrow in the forest house?

No, I've decided. And that is why I can now look straight into your eyes

Can I ask you one thing?

Don't ever feel negative about me. Don't keep me as a bad memory.

We'll stop right there. Thank you

- You might be too young for this role - Too young? I'm an actress

You'll probably get lots of work but, sorry

- Excuse me. Miss Lopes? - Yes, that's me

Someone's waiting for you outside. He says he's found your wallet

Really? Okay, thanks

- You haven't lost everything, at least - Yeah, right

Who's next?

- Thank you - You're welcome

- Hello - Hi. Here it is

Thank you

I don't know if there was any cash, but the rest is here

My papers is what matters the most. How can I thank you?

No, don't worry

- Wait, did you drive here? - Yes, you need a ride?

If you don't mind. I'm running a bit late and the next bus leaves in half an hour

- Sure. I've parked over there - Thank you

- So? - No doubt, it's her

Lauren Lacan. I'm following her She's going gambling

Don't lose track of her

Stop right there. Perfect

- How did you know I was at the theatre? - Your agent's number was in your wallet

- So, you're an actress? - Yeah

Looks like it's about time for me to find another job

Why should you? It's not working out?

I've been training for this audition for months and I flunked it like a rookie

It feels a bit tough

Which play was it?

"Uncle Vanya", Chekhov I would have loved that

"Too young"

Sorry

- You love being on stage? - Yes. It's my life!

Your time will come. One day, you'll be in the spotlight

I promise

Cool place. Some kind of a loft?

Good evening and happy birthday

My name is Fred and I'll take care of your hair

Let's do it

I can't sleep

New bombshell in the hairdresser's case

The body of the real serial killer was found on a construction site...

...where another appalling crime had just taken place

Frédéric Delgrandi was an actual hairdresser

This is how he spotted his victims...

... judging by the latest one's book found in his hair salon

Well, the victim and her killer at once?

I should be able to negotiate a bonus. A big one

Doumenc, unfairly accused of being the hairdresser...

I already know the story I'm going home. I'm exhausted

Bye, honey. Good job

François Doumenc, any comment for TV News?

No comment. Just happy to be free

Another madman back on the streets

At least I know what he's like. That gives me a head start

Don't worry, honey. You're not his type at all

But... I'd really love to introduce him to Lauren

He'd probably... adore her, right?

Thank you, Maître. Thanks for everything

- My pleasure - Goodbye

I'm done with work

What is this thing?

- Where did you find it? - On my bed

As a kid, Mum often left me on my own. I had that box, hanging above my bed

I put all my fears in it all my anxieties, all my angst too

- I care a lot about it - And you're giving it to me?

Of course not

That's why I wrapped it up and left it on your bed

Well, thanks

I found out where she lives

And it doesn't exactly look like a slum

I put out a contract on her two years ago

And you're telling me this bitch started a new life...

...after tearing mine to shreds?

Kill her and this time, I want to see her corpse