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There's a very fine line defining our position on an issue.

It's so fine

that sometimes we don't realize we're crossing it.

And sometimes we cross it because we don't care.

There are five lines on the musical staff. That's not by chance.

Each line delimits the notes

and their position on the staff.

Just like a person, a note

exists only when it takes its place within,

above or beyond the lines.

In life, the line separating right from wrong, good from evil,

is equally fine.

Good things and very bad ones

can be taking place simultaneously somewhere.

It's this human ability to be extremely good

and extremely bad at the same time.

There's a fine line separating them.

I've always had something keeping me from crossing this line.

And that was music.

When I came here, I never thought that this island

would change my life so much.

Nor that all these people

would somehow end up being connected.

CHAPTER IV A FINE LINE

SCHEDULE

Here's the festival schedule and the locations.

If anything changes, we'll adjust it.

But I'd rather nothing change. Maria?

The Cultural Club and the Folk Dancing Club

will dance in Ipapanti, like last time.

Antonis, you'll sing in Agios Nikolaos. People will get there by boat.

Klelia, you'll play the concerto with the strings and the choir

in various locations.

On the last night, Haris will sing with the orchestra.

Klelia will be on the piano, Antonis on the mandolin.

We'll rehearse for at least five hours every day.

Before each show,

I want you all here again to rehearse for an hour.

Spyros, what about the stages?

We're expecting them from Corfu.

Good. The area will be set up so that we all fit on the stage.

People will watch from the boats and the sides.

I want you to be punctual...

Look how strict he is.

That's my role.

He's so handsome.

Don't show up at the last minute. Okay?

Ms. Milonas?

- Will this embargo go on for long? - It's not an embargo.

- A quarantine? - Distance.

Want to go for a swim?

- Orestis. - What?

Didn't you say the same once here?

How did you put it? "We don't have to talk or analyze it."

"We'll just sit and listen to music."

"We'll just go for a swim. Is that so weird?"

Your words.

- I was cuter. - But I'm more confident.

And younger.

So was I. Let's not go down that road, I stand no chance.

Better not to.

- Do you want me to follow you? - Yep.

Wait up.

Good evening, my friends.

After all this time, we meet again in this unique space.

Last time we were gathered here,

we witnessed a wonderful, magical festival.

A long time has gone by,

a lot has happened, but we overcame it all together.

With our hard work and dedication,

we managed to do something remarkable.

Personally, through my institutional role,

I aided and supported all efforts benefiting our society.

I'd like you to know

that for me, any artistic endeavor

is vital, as it serves as a response to the ailments of each era.

Music was, is, and will be

the cure

to society's ills.

So this year, thanks to Haris, the festival came back to life.

I'd like to thank Orestis Emmanuel,

from the bottom of my heart, for being here again

to help our island, which is now his as well.

And Maria, for her contribution.

The festival will take place in several locations on the island,

like last year.

I'd finally like to admit

that I didn't believe we'd make it.

But thanks to these people,

who are also my family,

I dare say that they achieved the impossible in a very short time.

The least they deserve

is a big thank-you

and our applause.

What are you doing here?

Do I need to remind you that this is my home?

What? Can't stand the other guy anymore?

- Trouble with Michalis? - It's none of your business.

Did he kick you out?

- He did. - He'll get over it.

He loves you too much to leave you. Unless you've had enough of him.

I'm sorry.

I know you care about him.

May I?

There's some for you too.

Where are the kids?

Do you think they tell me?

At least you understand

that I'm trying to protect them, right?

- You have a funny way of showing it. - Yeah, I do. You used to like that way.

I never did.

Then, why did you stay?

Why did we build this house? We created so much. Did I imagine it all?

No.

They despise us. We're awful parents.

We must have done something right. They're good people.

Unlike their parents.

Can you please tell me at which point did I let you down so much?

Why? What will change?

I want to know.

- When I became afraid of you. - You? Afraid of me?

Be frank.

After 30 years, do you love me?

I do.

The Italians invited us on the boat.

I managed to buy some time to scare the cop off the island.

To protect Antonis, you, Klelia, and to keep the Italians at bay.

That's great. How will you do that? He won't take bribes.

I'm off to bed.

What's this?

I should be afraid of you.

I don't know if we're good parents,

but I do know that I'd never fuck you over like this.

Next time, think of our children and whether you want them,

and yourself, to stay alive.

It's my husband you're after.

You know what Fanis is involved in, and you want the people he works for.

Am I wrong?

No.

Close Charalambos's case.

Let it go.

And I'll give you the information you need to catch the people you're after.

Your husband is in politics, and this is a huge case.

How are you, Mr. Kouvas?

Did I make it?

With quite a few stitches, but you were lucky.

The knife didn't hit the aorta or any organs.

You lost a lot of blood, but you stabilized.

You can sleep. It's the sedation.

He could have finished me off. He wanted to scare me away.

- Who? - Come on, Doc.

It was a break-in.

The police and the entire island are looking for him.

Let me guess.

They didn't find him.

Nothing like this has ever happened here before.

They say he's not from here. He tried other houses as well.

To steal what?

Doilies?

I know why he did it.

To throw people off. That fucker.

What did you give me? Morphine?

Don't give me that shit again. I feel dizzy. I can't talk.

Get some rest.

I just came to tell you you'll be fine.

And tomorrow, an ambulance will probably take you

to the hospital in Ioannina for further examinations.

I'm not going anywhere.

Did Haris sing?

Excuse me?

The festival...

What did he give me?

I feel like I smoked a hundred joints.

Did Haris sing?

Did I miss it?

- How's the new job going? - Need to set up lots of things.

I like it. But sometimes I couldn't care less.

I got a new nanny.

She's good, but I don't like leaving her alone too long.

When you're back, I'll have a bit more time as well.

I don't want her just on the weekends.

We'll make a schedule.

- Did you just notice? - Yeah.

How's the festival going?

Well.

It reminds me what I'm good at.

I talked to the Conservatory.

I explained. I told them it was all a misunderstanding.

What I did was out of line, I know.

I'll take her. She can listen to music. She might like it.

- I envy you. - Why?

You're so into what you're doing.

Anyone else in your place would've cut and run.

When are you leaving?

Soon.

Now that Fanis took care of the cop... I didn't think he had it in him.

It was the smartest move to scare him off.

- How do you know it was Fanis? - I'd do the same to save those I love.

And my own ass.

Come here.

Let's go. Attagirl.

Yes.

Do you realize we're the only family she has?

Yeah.

And in a way, she's the only family we have.

Good afternoon, Michalis.

Mr. Sotiriou, from Corfu.

He's the commissioner. He sent Mr. Kouvas here.

- How is he? - He's okay. He's out of danger.

Thank God.

They're looking for the culprit, but I'm sure he's left the island.

We've also notified Parga, Igoumenitsa, everywhere.

I think he was just very unlucky.

The important thing is that he's well and he'll live.

You know, I never thought that something like this

could take place on my island.

- Can I see him? - Sure, of course.

I don't want to get in your way...

Mr. Sotiriou, see you later at the office.

- Michalis, do you need anything? - No, it's okay.

Great.

Would you believe me if I said that it was that son of a bitch?

- Yeah. - Are you gonna do anything about it?

If it were up to me, maybe I would. But it's not worth it.

Demosthenes, the case is closed.

I have orders.

- You're coming back. - Did they get to you too?

Who?

You have to stop this.

Demosthenes, look at you.

What are you doing, man? Is it worth it?

I was stupid not to take the money.

You were stupid to pursue something that's bigger than us.

Did you take it?

I came to see you.

And to bring you all your papers.

There is no longer a case for you to keep digging.

You're no longer here on duty.

I can't keep you at the station any longer.

Your retirement starts next month.

And it will be honorary for your work on the force.

That's the best I could do.

I'm touched.

When you're feeling better, you're going back to Corfu.

Come find me, and we'll talk.

- Do you need anything else? - His son did it.

And he's covering for him so that the ring he's set up isn't exposed.

He's a front man for the Italians. He's laundering shitloads of money.

My family is worth much more than some scumbag.

See you.

When are you leaving?

When the festival is over.

When are you coming back?

I don't know.

Aside from you, there's no reason to come back.

Well, my grandma too.

This used to be a two-story house.

- Would you live here? - Yeah.

I'd fix the roof and the frames,

and it would be great.

And the bathroom?

Over there.

The living room and bedroom, here.

And a kitchenette, there.

I don't need anything else.

Νο top floor?

That's for spoiled brats like you.

Don't feel bad.

He's alive, and he'll be okay.

The important thing is that the case is closed.

We have nothing to fear anymore.

Right?

Hey.

Sometimes a thought is enough to make us cross that fine line.

We don't have to act on it.

Just knowing about something can make us feel complicit.

But when such a heavy weight has been lifted, it's a huge relief.

For everyone.

- So? How is he, Michalis? - He's fine.

- No, Haris, you can't go in. - Why? What happened?

Nothing, he just asked not to be disturbed by anyone.

By anyone or by me?

Why? Would anyone else come see him?

Fine. Do you want some orange juice? It's fresh.

And cookies from Loukas. Take them.

- Are you sure he'll be okay? - Yeah. In a few days.

Do you know who did it?

Haris, I know things that I didn't want to know

and I shouldn't know.

Do you?

I pretend I don't know. I don't have a choice.

Then, don't ask me.

You're the quietest person on the island. How do you do that?

See where it got me?

Her car is at home every morning.

You had enough, right?

We all have our limits, and I'm way past mine.

With you, it was the first time that she tried to be happy.

We reap what we sow.

Not just because she's my daughter.

It hurts me to see her trapped like that.

Want a cookie?

What's going on in here?

Are you opening a clothing store, Yianna?

I'm packing up, Maria.

This is where we part ways.

They won't part that much, Yianna.

You'll be just up the road. Turn that off.

This is for you.

It's my favorite one. I want you to have it.

I got it in Mursi in Albania.

Thank you, Yianna.

Maria, you'll always be like a second mother to me.

Come here, silly girl. Come here.

- Everything will be fine. - How can it be fine, Maria?

Do you think I want to go back to my parents?

I liked it here.

Just when I was doing well and had everything figured out.

Now I have to start all over again.

What are you talking about? How can you say such things?

You should be happy to be starting over, so young.

Yeah, right. Who's happy to have to start over?

I am.

I'll tell you something I haven't told anyone.

I'll sell the restaurant.

- And what will you do? - I'll figure it out.

You're very strong. I'm not like you.

I'm strong?

It took me so long to wake up.

You're wrong.

You're stronger.

If you don't settle for pretending to be someone else,

you can achieve many things in life.

COFFEEHOUSE IPAPANTI

Klelia!

How's the festival going?

Well.

- Is it weird that I asked you to join me? - Yeah, kind of.

I think it's time the two of us had a proper talk.

- What is there to say? - I've got things to say.

I prefer not to meddle in your relationship with Orestis.

I don't want to talk about him.

My relationship with him is clear. And so is yours.

He's very much in love.

But he's stupid.

He's in for a major wakeup call. You'll grow tired of him.

But it's none of my business.

I want us to talk about my daughter, and the relationship they'll have.

Why should we talk about that?

If you're going to be with Orestis, you'll have to deal with that too.

- Let's clear the air. - What do you want me to say?

- What you're doing is not very nice. - What exactly?

Making others feel so uncomfortable. Why do you do it?

I haven't interfered in your marriage. I've kept my distance. Do you know why?

- Because there's a child involved. - Exactly.

Let's have this coffee if you want us to, but don't make this harder than it is.

I'm sorry. You're right.

I've forgotten what it's like to have a normal conversation.

- You remind me of my father. - Should I take that as an insult?

Yeah.

Sure, I can understand a control freak who fucks everyone over.

- That's how I grew up. - Me too, but I'm not like him.

You're lucky.

- I turned out just like him. - I'm sorry.

So really deep down, the two of us have something in common.

- Do you talk to your father? - Not anymore.

But I'm sure I will. He has a way of luring people back.

My dad too.

I wouldn't wish such a relationship on my daughter.

- What's it like to have a child? - Why do you ask?

- I'm just curious. - I'd rather it were simpler.

- Does it change you? - I wouldn't be here talking to you now.

Orestis is nothing like my father or yours.

You should know that.

You really love him, right?

I hope you're resilient.

Because he'll always have both the kid and me. It will be tough.

Maybe I don't care.

You do.

But you're strong enough to fight it. We have that in common.

You're annoyingly beautiful! It's only fair I keep you on edge.

Honey, I'm home.

I won't stay long. Kouvas is in the clinic.

I have to get back.

But if you want, we can grab a drink in Taxidi tonight.

Antonis? What are you doing here?

Did my father do this?

He did.

How did you get in here?

Please, you'd better go.

If I hadn't shot him, he'd have killed Spyros.

I know.

I know everything.

But the case is closed. It doesn't matter now.

I had no idea how eerie this feeling is.

Unfamiliar.

I'll never get over it.

Thank God it's eerie and unfamiliar to you.

We need to get all the surrounding land.

The investors are already here.

Mr. Mayor, people will be furious.

They don't want the island to lose its identity.

They'll be all asking for favors.

We won't lose our identity. Enough with the third-world mentality.

The profit will be huge.

Airplanes will land. People will come. You'll make money.

I disagree, but let's put it to a vote.

A vote about what?

Sakis, we won't vote. I was voted in. It's up to me.

I believe it will benefit the island.

Let's move on to the next topic.

How's it going?

They're setting up the stages.

I know. I paid for them.

Are you ready?

I think so.

We haven't had a chance to talk. I came here to thank you.

I'm indebted to you and Alexandra for not saying anything.

- I heard she left. - Yeah, did you want to say goodbye?

When I come to Athens, I'd like us to meet up.

- What for? - I'm setting up some big investments.

I thought maybe you and Alexandra would want to get involved.

I think it's a great opportunity.

And I owe you that much.

Alexandra and I are divorced, as you know.

And our finances are separate.

Can you set up a meeting with her?

Sure.

- Is that why you came? - And to say goodbye.

You adore the island.

And if your relationship with my daughter goes on... Who knows?

You may come more often.

Think about it.

Fanis, leave the island alone. Why do you want to ruin it too?

Always the romantic. That's good for my daughter.

How's it going?

Be careful with that, please. We just bought the stage.

- What are you doing? - Going out.

You're in no shape to.

Okay. I'll come back later.

What are you talking about? You can't.

I'm fine.

Doc, it's really important.

It's out of the question. Sit down.

What if I promise you that tomorrow I'll go to the hospital in Ioannina?

You'll get rid of me. It's a great offer.

Help me put this shirt on.

Goddammit! Where do you want to go?

To the festival.

Careful with the sleeve!

If you want, you can take me.

I'll keep my distance. I don't want her to see me.

- Will you say goodbye for me? - To who?

Isn't she beautiful?

- Easy! Are you always this moody? - You have no idea.

A man needs to know when he's lost, Doc.

When I lose, I leave.

This is much bigger than all of us.

Will you say goodbye to her for me?

- Sure. - Attaboy.

Come on. Help me put on my shoes.

Come on.

Easy...

Come on.

Easy, Doc.

Doc.

Why don't we stop for a coffee until it starts?

I'll be a laughingstock, the way I look.

You're so cranky! And people say I'm a bad person.

- How are we doing? - Stop moving, Haris.

- How do I look? - Gorgeous.

- I'm going to be sick. - Me too.

Stop stressing me out!

Orestis, come over my house tonight.

- What's wrong? - Nothing. I'm throwing a dinner party.

Is now the time to discuss this?

- Fanis? - With Giovanni.

Tough situation, right?

Yeah, sort of.

How can I help?

In my experience,

women are usually better at handling a crisis.

Enough. All right, listen up.

Everything will be fine.

We've rehearsed. There's no need to be nervous.

I know that it's difficult, but try to enjoy it.

It's not the end of the world if we make a mistake.

I want you to be focused,

to listen to each other, to communicate with your eyes.

And if anyone has a problem, look at me.

Okay? And most importantly, don't be afraid.

I was in America for years. I came to Europe because of Giovanni.

I run everything in Italy.

And when I have to, I come abroad as well.

- Should we drop the formalities? - Sure.

I want us to find a solution that we're all happy with.

What are you afraid of? Giovanni?

And Fanis. He's under a lot of pressure.

You know what's the problem with our husbands?

They never look ahead.

Don't be afraid of Giovanni.

All he wants is for work to go on without any further complications.

- Both for us and you. - And how do we do that?

That's why we're here. To find a solution.

Do you think Fanis is in a position to continue?

I know he's trying to do right by you. Even if he makes mistakes.

Do you know what we say in America?

Good luck.

You too.

Guys!

Are we ready?

How did it go?

She's on your side.

If she is, he must be too.

She'll ask him to bring someone else to take over for some time.

Giovanni won't accept it.

Are you fucking her?

I am.

- Is that why she's so fond of you? - I wanted to find a way to be safer.

Plus, I was lonely.

Can we leave, please?

I want to go home.

Thank you.

I couldn't have made it without you.

I promise I'll never ever put you in a position like this again.

You have my word.

The moon claimed your eyes

And rose to the sky

Its silver is an ailment

And you are like host

On my palate

A mirror of my haunted dreams

Conveyed by a Mercury god

Shine on me, look

For in my heart

There's a bitter paper airplane

I breathe my bloody love

Like a flailing stingray

A wintering eagle sighs in your chest

A plane tree reminisces on your lips

How beautiful you are, my light

A sprig of immortality, and a brother

I soar upon your silver mane

And everything is born anew

The moon claimed your eyes

So that I'd have a beacon

To light my nights

Before we eat, I'd like to say something.

I prepared this dinner because I'm indebted to all of you.

It seems a bit odd after everything that's happened,

but I want something normal to take place in this house, for once.

Orestis, thank you.

Before you leave, I want you to know

that we are all in your debt for reminding us, even if temporarily,

how important it is to do what you love.

I hope it won't come at such great cost this time.

You two, try to overcome your fears.

You know firsthand how much people suffer when they aren't their true selves.

Haris, you've become a true friend. And you always will be.

Klelia, I'd be very proud of you if you were my daughter.

You're the only one here who went after what she loves.

And you're lucky to be in love with a person

who shares your love for what you do.

Don't confine yourself.

Like your mother or me in the past. We're paying for it.

Your life is ahead of you. Live your dreams.

That's all I wanted to say. Cheers.

- Cheers. - Cheers.

Time to eat?

Should I cut it for you? Do you want me to?

No, that's okay. Thank you.

The potatoes are very nice.

I'll cut it for you. Is that what you want?

Mom?

Mom?

Mom!

What's wrong?

Nothing.

I was lost in thought.

I have a migraine. I didn't sleep.

You didn't come last night.

I'm sorry.

I wasn't feeling well.

We're leaving.

Where's Dad?

I don't know.

I haven't seen him today.

Ready?

Will you come to Athens?

As soon as possible.

I promise.

I love you more than anything.

He's not answering. What should I do?

- Should I inform the police? - Sure, call them.

It doesn't feel right. He's missing.

My husband took his own life in the cruelest way.

From the bottom of my heart,

I'd like to ask all of you to forgive him.

Especially our children.

We're devastated.

It will take us a long time to be able

to figure out why he did this.

Fanis was a good man.

He loved his island,

his family...

As his wife,

I have no choice...

but to continue his work.

Maybe not in the municipality,

but by being close to the people of this island.

Helping out any way I can. Discreetly, like he did.

Our two children

are his greatest legacy,

and the moments I spent by his side will remain forever engraved in my soul.

FOR SALE

Hello. Hi, dear. How are you?

Is everything okay?

Keep writing and come in five minutes.

- Good morning, Maria. - Good morning, girls.

Yianna is showing us the photos of the women we talked about.

And here are the reports

for the photo shoots we'll be doing for the center.

We're here to help you, to make the process easier for you.

Here are some facilities and counselors I'd like you to start visiting.

I've talked to them and they're expecting you.

Whatever you may need, any time of the day, I'll be here.

Leta as well.

Yianna will make a video,

so that everything is on record.

Then we can get a good lawyer and put that bastard behind bars.

Are you scared?

Do you want to hear my story?

- Hi, I'm Michalis. - Nice to meet you.

ATHENS POLICE DIRECTORATE AMPELOKIPOI POLICE STATION

MAESTRO IN BLUE

I'm a little confused. This line we've been talking about...

It's a metaphor for the world we live in, right?

- Yes. - What does that have to do with music?

The line is where the notes rest on, right?

Yeah, I don't get it.

Music is the answer to what we've been talking about.

Not a mirror for society.

I don't disagree.

But a musical piece is like a small society.

Think of people as notes.

Placing them in the right sequence gets you a melody.

The wrong sequence, discord.

There are seven notes, right?

There aren't that many personality types.

These seven notes can describe the entire spectrum of the human psyche.

The question is the relationship among these notes.

Their placement on the line.

They're like paths leading the musicians.

That's why music is said to be universal. Because people are alike.

Imagine that we're the notes, and the world we live in is the score.

If we pick a wrong position on the line, the sound will be terrible.

But if we pick the right position, we'll hear the most beautiful melody ever.

What if we think that we're in the right position,

but we're wrong?

At some point, we'll realize it and move on.

We'll leave.

Three, two, one...

Happy New Year!

Excuse me.

What if we can't leave?

We're not all the same. Some are stronger than others.

Then, we'll keep producing the same discord.

Since we'll have grown accustomed to it, we'll perceive it as melody.

But it won't be.

That's not very optimistic.

You're wrong. It's more optimistic than you think.

Being aware of reality is beneficial and enlightening.

It enables us to hear what can't be heard. Which makes us better musicians.

It takes a clear-eyed view of reality to acquire the imagination to resist it.

It's complicated.

You want to be a maestro.

That's complicated in itself.

Do you think that the music you admire

and would like to conduct was created by uncomplicated lives?

No. But I don't think one has to suffer for something worthy to be created.

That doesn't negate the fact that people are complicated and restless.

In my opinion, only love can compare to music.

I see.

Why?

It's the only equally strong feeling.

Because love is a creative state. That's why.

And you're right. It's the only thing that can compare to what a musician feels.

Love is a necessity. An origin.

It's the strength we get to create something beautiful.

And since you brought up love, what else do they have in common?

Anyone?

Harmony.

Harmony is essential, both in a composition and in love.

Only harmony yields continuity.

In your opinion?

What's more important, music or a great love?

So music is more important.

Right.

If it's true love, it will find its way back at some point.

And will become harmonious over time.

Just like your music.

Again!

Well done!

Well done, Eleonora!

Do you two hear how nice she's playing?

Again.

Subtitle translation by: John Michalis