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You've not lost your touch.

Everyone has a hobby of choice.

What are you doing here?

Are you homesick, is that it?

No, I came for Adé.

What's he done now?

ANOTHER MURDER IN THE UNDERWORLD

POLICE ARRESTED A MAN CALLED XAVIER ADE THANKS TO AN ANONYMOUS PHONE CALL

He says it wasn't him.

Yes… But he's in the slammer.

And you've come to fetch me so I can get him out, is that it?

I just came to warn you.

It's the same thing.

Keeping company with the underworld…

What the hell was he doing with those clowns?

He was the associate of a guy who owns a gambling den.

The associate?

It must be convenient for him that Adé is in the slammer.

Do you know his associate?

He's called Villanova. At the moment he's on the loose.

Where?

I don't know but he left his woman in town.

And she means a lot to him.

Pretty.

Too pretty to be alone for long.

Villanova will soon come running if she's not serious about the relationship.

BASED ON L'EXCOMMUNIE, A NOVEL BY JOSE GIOVANNI

ANTISEPTIC

Get up. I'm hungry.

What time is it?

12:30 p.m. And I'm meeting something this afternoon.

Watch out for drafts.

Get a move on. I'm hungry.

Say, where are we having lunch?

Same as yesterday.

Why do we always have lunch there?

I like it.

Hello.

-Hello. -Hello.

What can I get you?

Same as yesterday. The dish with the spicy sauce.

It stops me from sleeping… but it's not that unpleasant.

-Nothing. -Is he okay?

I'm thinking of going to see his sister.

Okay.

-What is he? -Mexican.

Do you know him well?

No. No more than you do.

What did he say?

He said your presence honored his restaurant.

Right. We need to talk. It'll make a change.

Do you know a guy called Xavier Adé?

Adé? Of course. We all knew him. Why?

No reason.

All of you? That's a lot.

Well… Villanova knew him better than the rest of us.

They were in business together.

Is that all you know?

Why are you so interested in Xavier Adé?

Let's just say I came to this town specifically for him.

Oh right.

I understand.

Have a hard think.

And tell me everything.

Well, I only saw him once, you know.

I didn't think

they would be associates for long.

Villanova found him a bit too troublesome.

Is that all?

Yes. I've told you everything I know.

I read the rest in the newspapers.

I honestly believe your friend isn't guilty, Mr. La Rocca.

But it's a complicated affair.

The police reports are damning.

They found the victim's body in his car.

And the weapon under the front seat.

On the other hand,

evidence which is too obvious is often unfavorable for the prosecution.

Have you lived in this town for long?

I've been defending here for 20 years.

Who do you think could gain by implicating him?

Xavier Adé is known for being a very violent man.

In his circles that can be a nuisance.

It can pointlessly attract the police's attention.

-One might have wanted to get rid of him. -Who is "one"?

According to your friend, there is only one possibility:

his associate, a certain Villanova.

His name is La Rocca.

Roberto La Rocca.

Where does this La Rocca come from?

I don't know.

I met him at Monte Cassino.

He was being reckless.

I've not seen anyone show-off as much as that prick.

It's not complicated. I won't even give him a choice.

It's either Maud or we kill him.

I've given you my opinion. It's up to you.

It's settled.

It's not like there's a shortage of chicks.

He just had to come across mine.

This is Villanova.

He's Maud's man.

The others are friends.

Did you not find anyone to teach you the rules?

I didn't look.

Did you think she lived with her parents?

And that she was a virgin, to boot?

I didn't try to find out.

Things were good between us. That's all.

Things are about to turn bad for you.

You went around the entire town with Maud.

Didn't you question the fact that she knew so many people?

We all lead different lives.

Does your life consist of screwing the women of other men?

Especially when they are away.

Away or not, it's the same thing.

What do you mean by that?

It means I like that woman and that the rest…

We're the rest.

You're a bit young, you don't measure up.

You're going to give us Maud's address. Then you'll leave town.

You'll be getting off lightly.

Come on. We're listening.

I like this town. And the girl too.

We've given you a chance.

You shouldn't let it pass you by.

You're very kind.

Listen, it might be better if the woman returns.

You shouldn't have done that.

One has to start somewhere.

Why did you do that?

One has to start somewhere.

You can always fix a deal.

I hope we'll get on better now.

He really cared about the girl.

It wasn't worth it.

You can leave if you want.

I'd rather have avoided this.

But you saw for yourself, it was either him or me.

What do we do with him now?

One buries one's friends.

You know the area better than I do.

Find a quiet spot for him.

Meanwhile put him there.

Find some tarp and straps today.

We'll take him tonight.

-Keep it! -It'll distort my pockets.

When does this place usually close?

Around 3 or 4 a.m., it depends.

Besides Maud, who knew about his business?

Both of us.

Carry on taking care of business

as though nothing had happened.

You can trust us.

See you tonight.

I've come a long way to see him.

He did tell me to be here today.

If you don't mind waiting a bit longer his associate should be here soon.

Villanova might have told him about you.

Fine. I'll wait.

I say! This is new.

Touch with the eyes, not with the fingers.

Or you'll leave marks on the fine fabric.

You've been screwed again, haven't you?

They told you it was English fabric.

Don't you have a girl you're meant to be seeing?

Fine. I'll go.

Evening.

How's it going?

-Not great. -What's wrong?

Can you see that guy?

He says he's got a meeting with Villanova.

I'll talk to him.

Did you want to see Villanova?

I'm his associate.

Yes, I've got a meeting with him. My name is Cipriano.

Was it about business?

So?

I'm planning on setting myself up in this town.

-Villanova sold me his circle. -What?

It shouldn't be a surprise to you.

As his partner shouldn't you have been in on it?

Yes, of course.

This isn't a good place to talk. Is your hotel far?

-No, it's next door. -We'd better go there.

And Villanova?

Oh I'll explain. Come.

I'll be right back.

Call.

Call.

Seven.

-Fold. -Fold.

They ruined me.

No one's forcing high stakes on you.

You're not very social this evening, my friend.

I say, your suit.

What about my suit?

It's got a flaw.

A flaw? Where?

-On the shoulder, there. -On the shoulder?

Yes, there.

It's puckered there.

Do you think so?

A guy I've never seen before is at the door.

He says his name is Rocca.

I'll go.

We weren't expecting you so early.

It's not bad here when it's busy. It's different.

Yes, it's more cheerful.

Having to close in quarter of an hour is annoying.

But we won't be able to.

Try announcing it. We'll see.

Right…

Gentlemen, we close in 15 minutes.

What do you mean?

It means we close in quarter of an hour.

Gentlemen, we shut in quarter of an hour.

Are you out of your mind?

The final hand.

You're kidding, right?

That's the way it is.

We won't be able to win our money back.

-I can't help it. -What's this way of working?

I've got orders, gentlemen.

-We close in 15 minutes. -Why?

We're stopping the games.

Where have you come from? We haven't seen you in the area much.

No, I don't like playing.

You're not mistaken.

This evening went badly for me.

Here.

To make you feel better.

There's no reason.

Money comes and goes, you know.

Okay… thanks. We'll see each other again, for sure.

I don't like his attitude. Villanova would never do this.

Keep your luck for tomorrow.

No. That's not how it works.

I'll call 200.

Come on, gentlemen.

This isn't going to work with the guy at the back table.

I know him. He's a bad egg. Look.

Some have stayed to see what happens next.

We're closing.

Who is he?

Do you have many friends?

They aren't talking. I am.

I won't go till I've won my money back.

How much are you losing by?

Loads.

-Hey! One moment… -Leave it.

We'll turn a card over. The highest wins.

If you win, the house will pay you back.

Lose and you go like that.

You're a true gentleman.

Choose your card.

Don't let him do this.

We're quits.

You'd have won with that one.

You had your chance.

For a start we don't know him here.

No one knows him.

Yes, we know him well.

And it's better if you leave, I can assure you.

He's right. Come on, let's go.

Close up.

-Goodnight. -Goodnight.

Don't worry. Your suit is impeccable.

I knew it, kid.

-Have you thought about a location? -Yes.

The Gardanne area's full of coal mines.

There are abandoned shafts there.

Is it still far?

No, we're almost there.

It's here.

Down there.

This isn't very jolly.

It'll do just fine for the task at hand.

Come.

The shaft must be further along. Let's go take a look.

Go on.

Is it deep?

It'll do.

Right, go get him.

Come on.

Come on. Help me. What are you waiting for?

This won't do my suit any favors!

Yes, well, come on.

Let's head back.

Brushing it will ruin it.

Don't brush it then! Come on.

-Will we see you tomorrow? -Yes, I'll drop by.

You could have warned me you were leaving!

What did you say?

I said, you could have warned me you were leaving!

You were asleep!

I always worry something will happen to you.

Villanova has arrived, I'm sure.

I know.

I saw him.

And?

And…

he left again.

It can't be true.

Yes, it's true!

It's time to sleep!

Right away?

I'm just a little man!

Good evening.

Here's your money.

-Did you win your money back? -In a manner of speaking.

Oh, don't worry about it.

-Who's there? -It's me.

Fine. Come in.

He's just arrived.

Young kids always think they are smarter.

To think that he killed Villanova!

He shot him in the back.

Let's go over it again.

You go in front.

I wait a moment. I then go.

I spot our man.

-And then I come back here. -Correct.

Dead easy, I'll tap him on the shoulder.

-Right, I'm going. -Okay.

Cards.

It's quiet this evening, isn't it?

We've also not seen last night's guy.

We're not losing out on much, he's pig-headed.

-Thanks to you. -Oh yes, that's true.

-Did anyone ask to see Villanova? -No.

Perfect.

I need to swing by my business.

I won't be long. Then we can talk. Wait for me, okay.

Cartes.

Does he have a business?

A cabaret which his wife runs.

Where?

Rue Tobanot. It's called La Cigale.

What?

Are you packing?

Are you sure you don't know any more about that guy?

I told you. He's just arrived.

I say,

is there not a chance that he's here for you?

Why? Do you know him?

Yes, I had the opportunity to meet him.

He shoots too quickly for me.

You mean you're backing down.

Watch what you say.

Okay, okay. It's your dough, not mine.

Oh, I have plenty of dough.

And I plan on enjoying it.

Fine, I'll manage alone.

THE MONTHYON HOTEL. EATERY.

What are you doing here?

-Is that your car? -Yes and so?

-Come, let's go for a spin. -Where?

Don't worry about that.

Where are we going?

To yours, to La Cigale.

I just came from there and I didn't see you.

I met a friend on my way there and you know how it goes…

Yeah, you've got good friends.

And too much work.

You must be tired.

-Oh, you know I'm not… -Yes, yes.

You are going to explain to your wife that

a country stay will do you good.

Oh, I assure you that…

This evening you're going on vacation.

You just decided it? All of a sudden?

You have to use your chances.

Our friend won't always be on hand.

-I'm up for it… -Good evening.

It's just all happened very quickly.

Trust me, we really need a change of scenery.

My word, they must have arranged to leave town.

But I'm quite happy to look after their business.

It's a good sign.

I was always worried you'd leave.

To go where?

I don't know.

By the way, when do I start?

Tomorrow.

Tomorrow?

Tell me…

We don't have a moment to lose.

You're obsessed.

Roberto!

You've changed a lot in three years.

I'm happy that you're here, Roberto.

I couldn't come sooner.

It's not him, Roberto.

Yeah, I know.

But we need to prove it.

-Do you visit him often? -Yes.

Every week.

Well, when he's not in solitary confinement that is.

-When will you be going again? -Friday.

I'll come with you.

Do you need anything?

No.

Not today.

Roberto is here.

He saw your lawyer.

What?

You can tell him to go again.

He's shouldn't be here. It's my problem

and I don't want him in it, get it?

Yes, Xavier.

Good.

You can also tell him that I'm happy he came.

How is he?

Good.

Good.

But he needs to go!

-Goodbye. -Goodbye.

So?

I told him you were here. He wants you to leave.

Yes, it's a rough patch.

We'll just have to wait for the hearing.

Hello. Are you here for a tour?

-Yes, why not. Shall we? -Yes.

You'll see some beautiful things.

Here are two entrance tickets.

Thanks, sir. Are you familiar with the house already?

No, no.

It's a folly from the 17th century.

It was built in 1664.

For the cardinal of Vendôme, who was the general governor of Provence.

He built it for his romantic liaisons with the countess of Forbin.

He certainly did things the proper way!

He had a prime example to follow.

He was the cousin of Louis XIV.

-Oh, I see! -The architecture is very beautiful…

Gentlemen, all rise.

After having deliberated in accordance with the law,

based on the testimonies heard here,

the court and jury members declare

that there are mitigating circumstances

that lessen the offender's culpability.

As a consequence,

based on articles 295 and 304 of the penal code,

the accused named Adé Xavier

is condemned to ten years of forced labor.

You have three days to appeal the sentence you just got.

After that your appeal won't be heard.

But it wasn't me, you bunch of morons!

Take the convict away.

What happened with Adé?

They gave him ten years.

Ten years!

They took him to prison.

What are we going to do now?

When?

Tomorrow.

Does your thing still work?

-Yes. -Play it, just to see.

You're alone here?

Yes, why?

It's very dangerous.

There are often fights, no?

Oh, it depends.

Paul and I cope.

Paul, not good.

I help you. You help me.

How so?

I am poor.

You give me money.

I give you security.

Ah, yes…

I will think about your offer. Okay?

Yes.

Goodbye.

-Goodbye. -Beautiful lady.

I'll come back tomorrow.

Hey! What about the bill?

We need to close. Quick.

So, they don't want to go there anymore?

No, they say it's too far.

You'll come won't you?

I don't know…

Come on!

What's up?

She's pretty, isn't she? Are you happy?

If you like her, it's quite easy you know.

No, I prefer business.

Did you think?

Yes… it won't be possible.

I am not rich enough. Do you understand?

Yes, yes.

Maybe you can think again, eh?

Why are you here?

Oh, Roberto, I couldn't wait for you to come back!

What's going on? Tell me.

There were some scary guys, Maybe American deserters.

They terrorized the neighborhood.

Calm down, it doesn't matter. We'll sort it out.

Is the pretty boss lady here?

There is no more boss lady here.

The boss lady has gone.

Now it's a male boss.

Understood.

So is the boss here?

I'm the boss. What do you want?

You don't know?

Did the pretty boss lady not tell you?

Yes.

But I'm not paying.

So you need to go.

Sam.

Now you'll pay more.

Roberto La Rocca.

Given seven years of forced labor

by the crown court of Aix-en-Provence

for settling scores.

Assigned to the tailoring workshop.

Listen, La Rocca. I'm not judging you.

But I'm the boss here and I dislike people who behave like big-shots.

So keep quiet and it will all go well.

Next.

Have you been here long?

Five years.

Do you know Adé?

Adé? Yes.

He's below, in the bag-making workshop.

He's in solitary for now.

He had a fight.

Morin, not finished yet?

Yes, chief.

That guy is such an idiot.

Give me a shout if you need me, okay?

See you later.

Have you calmed down?

-Hey. -Hey.

-I hope it didn't feel like too long? -Oh no.

Just back from the hole?

Yeah. 15 days.

Did you see Adé?

Yeah. But not recently.

He hadn't been coming out to the yard.

Did he have a reason not to?

Yes. The provost is a swine. He can't stand him.

He must forget to give him food a bit too often.

How far can that go?

I don't know, but Adé has still got a month to go so…

Thanks.

You're welcome.

Just please forget that it was me who told you.

Make yourself at home, why don't you? Put it out right away.

What a shame. After a meal, it's the best one of the day.

Yeah well, you're going to do a detox

in the hole.

Hey! Albert!

Come with me.

Strip off.

-Ready? -Yes, chief.

-How long did you get? -15 days.

Put him in five.

What an earth is this?

I was hurt before being arrested.

-Are you new here? -Yes.

-Yes, chief! -Yes, chief.

Yes, chief. We're going to take care of you!

Put him in eight.

You're here again?

Yes, chief, I don't have much luck.

As if! In number three.

-It's yard time. -What?

Give them yard time.

No, leave me that.

Yard time!

Yard time!

Yard time!

So, you piece of shit, are you coming out for fresh air?

Piss off.

Hands out of pockets.

Come on!

Come on!

Come on!

Come on!

What an earth is that?

What are you talking about?

One word and you're dead.

-Is Adé still alive? -Yes.

Call him. I want to hear his voice.

Six.

-Number six! -Talk to him as you would usually.

Are you not replying, you piece of shit?

You pig!

So,

is what I heard true? Aren't you feeding him?

No.

Listen, if I don't see him

during yard time tomorrow, I'll slit your throat.

Remember, I sleep with this.

Yard time!

Yard time.

Yard time!

Yard time.

Hey, number six…

The provost knows, he'll leave you alone.

Try to stay calm from now on.

Go back to the workshop.

He's got the blade now.

So take care of him.

Especially since he doesn't like you much…

You can count on me.

I hope so. For your sake.

Once the lights are off, swap beds with Adé.

Perfect.

Do you not miss your cozy cell?

My only regret is that I didn't kill that pig.

It wouldn't have got you far.

It would have calmed me down though.

I'm fed up, I've had enough.

I'm going crazy in here.

The one time I hadn't done anything.

And so? What difference does it make?

Nothing, I know.

We need to get out of here, Roberto.

For that you can't end up in the hole every eight days.

Stay low. Do your job. Don't speak to anyone.

Then we'll see.

The kiddo will most likely visit tomorrow.

She's changed, don't you think?

Yes.

I tell her we're together, it'll make her happy.

What am I going to do now?

I'm all alone.

Listen.

You're young. Think of yourself first. Okay?

We'll always find a way, so don't worry about us.

And…

you won't be left alone for long.

Don't worry. And visit me when you can, yeah?

Stand up!

Those who want to volunteer to do mine-clearing in certain regions

can put in a request with the courts of justice.

Each file will be examined separately based on the time remaining to be served.

Because of the risks involved, sentence remissions will be considered.

Volunteers can give their names to their workshop overseers.

You may sit.

Silence!

Hey!

That's not enough.

Clear it more than that.

You don't take many risks, do you?

Yeah, it's okay. Step back.

Take that back for me.

It's not a risk anymore.

Roberto!

You really thought it was me, didn't you?

It was on your side, so of course I did.

I was lucky this time.

You're mad!

NATIONAL POLICE FORCE

DANGER OF DEATH

How can I help, Miss?

I came to see my brother,

he's one of the convicts who is working over there.

I'm sorry, Miss, but that's not possible.

It was very hard for me to get here.

I don't doubt it, Miss. But we have strict orders.

Fine…

Could you give him this please?

His name is on it.

Certainly, Miss.

Thank you.

Hey!

Did you clear it?

Yes.

Well I don't like its position much.

You need to clear more.

Hey!

What?

They might build villas here.

With swimming pools. It'll make such a difference.

I'll come back to see it.

If you don't blow up before then.

Are you coming to eat?

I've got a package for a certain Xavier Adé.

Do you know him?

Yeah.

Wait, I'll go get him.

Where's Adé gone?

That way.

Xavier!

Xavier!

Leave it!

Go away!

Are you crazy?

Move away, I said!

Leave it!

Xavier!

Xavier.

He's still alive?

Get a move on. Go fetch help!

We'll all end up blown to pieces.

The furnishings and tools are included in the price.

Two million upfront. The rest in installments.

30 acres of good quality soil,

of which ten need to be grouped together.

Down there, by the river.

Here. Touch this.

Yes, it's good.

It's nice to see young people taking interest in the countryside.

They say there's a lack of farm workers, right?

I like it.

I like it too.

We just need to find the two million.

Hurry up, it's a unique opportunity.

I'll give you the option to buy until Friday.

Here, this is for dinner.

-How are you? -I'm okay.

Oh, wow! You're getting very good.

I've been practicing for a while.

Try it.

No, with your left hand. I was left-handed.

Ah… that's not great.

I don't practice every day.

Ah…

At least they are grouped.

I prefer playing with my right hand.

Roberto, you always buy the most expensive items!

Great timing, because we're celebrating today.

-What are we celebrating? -An anniversary.

Which anniversary?

I've been lighter on this side for two years to the day.

You're an idiot.

Thanks.

I found work this afternoon.

Oh yeah. Where?

In a kid's clothing store.

The lady is old so if I get on well with her,

she might let me manage the store.

That would be good, don't you think?

Yes.

What did you do this afternoon? Did you go out?

No. For people watching I may as well look out the window.

Pass me the mustard.

Roberto.

Roberto!

Xavier has gone away until Friday.

Where?

I don't know. He didn't say.

ABSENT UNTIL FRIDAY. XAVIER.

Please dry me.

Thanks.

Would you like to see the boss?

Take me to Nevada.

-Is my boss expecting you, Sir? -He knows me, that'll be enough.

Go on. I'll follow you.

You tan quickly, don't you? Yes, you tan the quickest.

You don't tan as quickly, but you're cute nonetheless.

A friend of yours would like to see you.

-Let him come. -He's here.

Adé!

-My dear friend. -Hello Nevada.

Oh, you lost an arm. What bad luck.

I lost both legs, you see. Sit down.

-You'll have a drink, won't you? -No.

I wanted to speak with you.

-Oh? -Alone.

Really.

Go for a swim, girls. Go on.

Come on.

They are nice, aren't they?

To what do I owe the pleasure of this visit after so long?

I need money.

Still the same. You haven't changed.

How much do you need?

Four million.

You're not serious.

Yes. Very serious.

You're mad.

Life isn't what it once was.

Times are hard.

I don't have that kind of money anymore.

Come on, stop whining.

You could have less fun with the girls.

It wouldn't harm you.

Right…

Let's go to your office. And don't make a fuss.

I've lost an arm, but I can use the other one well.

Is it still in the same spot?

Come on then.

And you claim you don't have the means?

This one is for your unwillingness.

You're doing a bad thing.

I need the money.

And you won't miss it much.

Don't try doing anything to me, okay?

Otherwise I'll be back.

And it won't be for the money.

Goodbye.

Hello.

Put me through to Paris Marcadet 35-58, please.

How can I help, Sir?

Is Adé here?

No, my brother isn't here.

Why do you want him?

Us? We don't want anything.

It's Nevada.

He would like to have a little chat with him.

-Who is Nevada? -It's of no consequence.

Adé borrowed money from him.

He was a bit heavy-handed.

So Nevada would like the money back.

Very soon.

-I'll tell him as soon as he's back. -Yes.

And so you don't forget, we'll take the young lady with us.

No, she's got nothing to do with this. She's not going anywhere.

Put your coat on and follow me.

Oh!

Geneviève.

You look glum.

Here.

We got the house.

What's got into you?

Where is Geneviève?

Geneviève…

Who did it?

Who did it?

You!

Yes, you!

They wanted you! I couldn't do anything, do you hear?

-Nothing! -But who?

Don't you have an idea?

-Nevada. -There we go!

You always understand things too late.

Roberto.

Roberto wants you to piss off. Leave.

I don't want to see you. I can't stand you anymore. Leave.

-Stupid one-armed man. -Stop. You're pushing it too far.

My condolences, sir.

Sir.

THE END

Subtitle translation by: Ginger Clark