1 00:01:41,480 --> 00:01:46,040 NO GOOD MEN 2 00:01:48,120 --> 00:01:53,040 {\an8}KABUL, FEBRUARY 2021 3 00:02:02,960 --> 00:02:07,920 - Don't pluck the petals. - I'm not. 4 00:02:12,360 --> 00:02:16,080 - Good morning. - Good morning. 5 00:02:32,480 --> 00:02:36,960 Driver, back to the car! Explosion downtown. We need to go. 6 00:02:37,040 --> 00:02:42,080 - Am I the only driver here? - Yes, for now. 7 00:02:43,360 --> 00:02:47,400 - Where's it? - Isn't it underneath? 8 00:02:47,480 --> 00:02:49,840 - Driver! - What is it? 9 00:02:49,920 --> 00:02:53,520 - Open the seat. - Can't you do it yourself? 10 00:02:53,600 --> 00:02:56,800 - We wouldn't ask if we could. - They can't even fold a seat. 11 00:03:02,600 --> 00:03:05,600 - Where's my backpack? - Mommy has it. 12 00:03:05,680 --> 00:03:08,160 My backpack... 13 00:03:09,880 --> 00:03:11,840 Wait here. 14 00:03:11,920 --> 00:03:16,160 - You can go. - Hey, little one! 15 00:03:16,240 --> 00:03:20,960 - Hello. How are you? - I'm fine. How about you? 16 00:03:21,040 --> 00:03:23,800 ...three, four, five, six. 17 00:03:23,880 --> 00:03:28,400 - Good morning, Atiq. How are you? - Thank you. I'm fine. 18 00:03:28,480 --> 00:03:31,920 - Cutie! Did you bring the rose for me? - No. 19 00:03:32,000 --> 00:03:38,280 It's for his kindergarten teacher. Oh, don't break it. Let's go! Let's go. 20 00:03:40,320 --> 00:03:42,240 - Hello. - Hello. 21 00:03:42,320 --> 00:03:46,760 - Shahla, how are you? - Hey, Naru. 22 00:03:46,840 --> 00:03:52,000 Hey, Liam. Thank you, dear. The flower is as pretty as you. 23 00:03:52,080 --> 00:03:54,840 Did you go back to your husband? 24 00:03:54,920 --> 00:03:59,000 Not yet. Still at my parents'. 25 00:03:59,080 --> 00:04:01,600 Good. Don't go back for a while. 26 00:04:01,680 --> 00:04:05,400 To hell with men, they don't appreciate women. 27 00:04:05,480 --> 00:04:09,680 - You're hurt. - Of course. We're in this together. 28 00:04:09,760 --> 00:04:12,360 Let's leave them to God. 29 00:04:12,440 --> 00:04:15,960 - Gotta go. I'll check on him at lunch. - Sure. 30 00:04:16,040 --> 00:04:21,360 Liam, goodbye. Bye-bye. 31 00:04:21,440 --> 00:04:26,320 I'm 25 and have six kids. I married young. 32 00:04:26,400 --> 00:04:30,920 After my second child, my husband stopped looking at me. 33 00:04:31,000 --> 00:04:33,520 He started to beat me. 34 00:04:33,600 --> 00:04:38,120 Last week, I saw a photo of a woman on his phone. 35 00:04:38,200 --> 00:04:41,840 He beat me when I asked who she was. 36 00:04:41,920 --> 00:04:47,840 My body is covered in bruises. I have no clue what to do. 37 00:04:47,920 --> 00:04:53,520 Thank you for calling. What's your advice for her, doctor? 38 00:04:53,600 --> 00:04:59,680 I completely heard her. Women are like flowers. 39 00:04:59,760 --> 00:05:04,040 Every child you have, every couple of years... 40 00:05:04,120 --> 00:05:06,400 Imagine yourself as this flower. 41 00:05:06,480 --> 00:05:09,400 You are losing a petal with each pregnancy. 42 00:05:09,480 --> 00:05:12,680 The flower will wither, so what should you do? 43 00:05:12,760 --> 00:05:16,720 My advice as a doctor is: 44 00:05:16,800 --> 00:05:20,480 Put on a lot of makeup! 45 00:05:20,560 --> 00:05:23,200 - Like me, right? - Exactly, like Mrs Lida. 46 00:05:23,280 --> 00:05:28,120 She has four children, may God bless them, 47 00:05:28,200 --> 00:05:33,000 and she looks just like a 15-year-old. 48 00:05:43,400 --> 00:05:45,200 Hello. 49 00:05:46,080 --> 00:05:48,480 Can't you give me another show, boss? 50 00:05:48,560 --> 00:05:52,400 What other show? They're all taken. 51 00:05:52,480 --> 00:05:56,680 Can you do night shows? No, you can't, you have a child. 52 00:05:57,680 --> 00:06:00,600 I can't tell you anything right now... 53 00:06:06,920 --> 00:06:12,240 Mr Qadiri, how are you? What can I do for you? 54 00:06:12,320 --> 00:06:16,560 Salangi, wait a second. Where's your interview? 55 00:06:16,640 --> 00:06:18,040 Sure! 56 00:06:18,120 --> 00:06:22,720 He'll be out in a second. Have a good day. 57 00:06:22,800 --> 00:06:24,840 What is it, boss? 58 00:06:24,920 --> 00:06:29,160 Qadiri has an interview. Go and cover it. 59 00:06:29,240 --> 00:06:33,120 I can't. I'm exhausted. I just did an 18-hour night shift. 60 00:06:33,200 --> 00:06:35,760 I'll give you a day off. 61 00:06:35,840 --> 00:06:40,040 I promised to take my family to a wedding this afternoon. 62 00:06:40,120 --> 00:06:43,240 - Send someone else! - Send me, boss. 63 00:06:43,320 --> 00:06:46,800 - Do it yourself, boss! - I have to be here. 64 00:06:46,880 --> 00:06:49,240 Boss, send me! 65 00:06:49,320 --> 00:06:52,120 Is this a joke? Qadiri needs a senior. 66 00:06:52,200 --> 00:06:57,080 This isn't a women's show, it's the news, lady. 67 00:06:57,160 --> 00:06:59,600 A senior must go. 68 00:06:59,680 --> 00:07:03,480 And he's a senior? 69 00:07:03,560 --> 00:07:05,440 Mind your own business. 70 00:07:05,520 --> 00:07:09,720 Boss! Send me! He doesn't want to go. What's wrong with me? 71 00:07:09,800 --> 00:07:14,800 It's just a camera job. That's what I do. Can I go? Boss, can I go? 72 00:07:14,880 --> 00:07:17,400 I swear I won't mess it up. 73 00:07:29,400 --> 00:07:32,680 - Need a hand, Naru? - No, thanks. 74 00:07:36,840 --> 00:07:39,960 You take care of it, please. 75 00:07:40,040 --> 00:07:42,840 Thank you. Goodbye. 76 00:07:44,800 --> 00:07:48,800 - Hello. - Excuse me? 77 00:07:48,880 --> 00:07:51,920 I think you are in the wrong car. 78 00:07:52,000 --> 00:07:57,640 Isn't this the news van? Aren't you Mr Qadiri? I'm Naru, your camera. 79 00:07:57,720 --> 00:08:02,520 The camera manager sent me. Didn't you need a camera? 80 00:08:03,520 --> 00:08:05,640 What's wrong with the camera manager? 81 00:08:08,520 --> 00:08:11,800 Who did you send me? 82 00:08:12,840 --> 00:08:16,160 I asked you for a proper cameraman. 83 00:08:16,240 --> 00:08:21,040 What do you mean there's no one? Where are they? 84 00:08:21,120 --> 00:08:25,200 I already told you I need a proper cameraman. 85 00:08:25,280 --> 00:08:28,200 Your department is a joke. 86 00:08:29,120 --> 00:08:31,840 What's your problem with me? 87 00:08:31,920 --> 00:08:35,840 I don't have a problem with you. I just need a proper cameraman. 88 00:08:35,920 --> 00:08:39,560 - You mean a man? - Man or woman, I don't care. 89 00:08:39,640 --> 00:08:41,680 Someone suitable. 90 00:08:41,760 --> 00:08:45,480 I've been a camera operator for four years now. I know my job. 91 00:08:45,560 --> 00:08:50,080 Okay, get in the car. We're late. Can you at least take off the vest? 92 00:08:50,160 --> 00:08:52,960 Why? I was told to always wear it in the field. 93 00:08:53,040 --> 00:08:54,280 Fine, keep it on then. 94 00:08:55,920 --> 00:09:00,440 - Where's the driver? Ali! Where are you? - Coming, Mr Qadiri! 95 00:09:00,520 --> 00:09:04,160 - The interview is at 1pm. - I had lunch and prayed afterward. 96 00:09:04,240 --> 00:09:08,720 - We're late! - Don't worry, I'll drive you like a jet. 97 00:09:08,800 --> 00:09:12,760 - You'll kill us one day with your jet. - I won't. 98 00:09:12,840 --> 00:09:15,360 - Wait for the camera. - Okay. 99 00:09:34,840 --> 00:09:40,000 I know he doesn't speak to journalists. 100 00:09:40,080 --> 00:09:47,080 Thanks for setting up the interview. There's such heavy traffic. 101 00:10:42,120 --> 00:10:44,400 I'll take it. 102 00:10:57,600 --> 00:10:59,320 Hello, brothers. 103 00:11:00,560 --> 00:11:04,320 - We're from Kabul News. - Get inside. 104 00:11:12,840 --> 00:11:16,480 Have some tea. The commander will be here soon. 105 00:11:16,600 --> 00:11:20,720 We'll have tea later. Can we set up our equipment? 106 00:11:21,320 --> 00:11:23,680 - We'll move some furniture. - Fine. 107 00:11:32,440 --> 00:11:35,040 Can you please look up? 108 00:11:39,560 --> 00:11:41,600 Good. 109 00:11:43,200 --> 00:11:45,640 Greetings. 110 00:11:47,200 --> 00:11:50,520 - Mawlawi Sahib. - Did you have a safe trip? 111 00:11:50,600 --> 00:11:54,840 - Sorry we're a bit late. - No problem at all. 112 00:11:54,920 --> 00:11:56,800 - Hello, hello. - Huh... 113 00:11:56,880 --> 00:11:58,800 - Welcome. - Hello. 114 00:12:00,160 --> 00:12:04,520 Come and sit. Let's have some tea. 115 00:12:04,600 --> 00:12:07,120 Thanks, but we're actually late. 116 00:12:07,200 --> 00:12:10,040 There's plenty of time. The interview can wait. 117 00:12:10,120 --> 00:12:12,840 We'll have tea afterward. 118 00:12:12,960 --> 00:12:15,120 I suggest tea first. 119 00:12:15,200 --> 00:12:18,880 - Please, let's do the interview. - As you wish. 120 00:12:20,160 --> 00:12:25,120 If you don't want to answer a question, 121 00:12:25,200 --> 00:12:27,840 please, feel free to say so. 122 00:12:27,920 --> 00:12:29,080 Good, good. 123 00:12:29,160 --> 00:12:32,920 Sorry, I need to put the microphone on you. 124 00:12:33,000 --> 00:12:36,320 Bravo... bravo. 125 00:12:36,400 --> 00:12:40,000 - You've learned Dari very well. - What did he say? 126 00:12:40,080 --> 00:12:45,560 - Mawlawi Sahib takes you for a foreigner. - Oh, no! I'm Afghan. 127 00:12:45,640 --> 00:12:49,560 - You look totally Afghan. - No, I mean I really am Afghan. 128 00:12:51,040 --> 00:12:53,120 Yes, she's Afghan. 129 00:12:53,200 --> 00:12:58,960 - Please say something for the soundcheck. - Say a few words, please. 130 00:12:59,040 --> 00:13:03,080 "I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan..." 131 00:13:03,160 --> 00:13:04,200 Thank you. 132 00:13:05,200 --> 00:13:10,680 Thank you so much for giving us your time for this interview. 133 00:13:10,760 --> 00:13:15,840 Last February, you participated in the US-Taliban peace talks in Qatar. 134 00:13:15,920 --> 00:13:19,600 However, the Afghan Government was not invited. 135 00:13:19,680 --> 00:13:26,320 Do you think ignoring the Afghan government helps the peace talks? 136 00:13:27,720 --> 00:13:35,040 The United States considers the Afghan Government out of the game. 137 00:13:35,120 --> 00:13:39,280 So, they negotiate directly with us, the Taliban. 138 00:13:39,360 --> 00:13:45,760 Over the past two decades, the US has spent billions and lost many soldiers. 139 00:13:45,840 --> 00:13:52,440 How can they consider their long-time ally "out of the game"? 140 00:13:53,320 --> 00:13:56,040 Because the US has admitted defeat... 141 00:13:57,600 --> 00:13:59,840 Girl? Cover your head! 142 00:13:59,920 --> 00:14:04,160 - What? - Tell her to cover her head. 143 00:14:05,800 --> 00:14:09,000 - Is he talking to me? - Can you cover your head? 144 00:14:09,080 --> 00:14:11,880 What's wrong with my scarf? Continue. 145 00:14:11,960 --> 00:14:16,440 I won't sit in a room with a bareheaded woman. 146 00:14:16,520 --> 00:14:22,000 - Take your camera and leave. It's over. - Please, just a moment. 147 00:14:38,640 --> 00:14:41,120 Mr Qadiri? Mr Qadiri? 148 00:14:43,160 --> 00:14:46,000 - Are you talking to me? - No, I'm not. 149 00:14:46,080 --> 00:14:48,600 Mr Qadiri, I'm talking to you. 150 00:14:51,040 --> 00:14:55,160 - Sorry for what happened. - Forget about it. 151 00:14:56,760 --> 00:14:58,600 Why did you finish so early today? 152 00:15:03,480 --> 00:15:09,240 If you ask me, he didn't want to do the interview. 153 00:15:09,320 --> 00:15:13,360 - My scarf was just an excuse. - Of course he didn't want to! 154 00:15:13,440 --> 00:15:17,080 It took me a month to convince him. All for nothing. 155 00:15:18,280 --> 00:15:21,320 I didn't know he was such a fanatic. 156 00:15:21,400 --> 00:15:26,000 Do you live in this country? Of course, Mawlawi is a fanatic! 157 00:15:26,080 --> 00:15:27,520 How could you not know? 158 00:15:28,960 --> 00:15:36,240 If you knew better, why didn't you give me a signal? 159 00:15:36,800 --> 00:15:38,520 Pull over here. 160 00:15:38,600 --> 00:15:40,800 - Right here? - Yes. 161 00:15:44,200 --> 00:15:46,600 She's arguing with me... 162 00:15:52,400 --> 00:15:53,960 Are we getting out here? 163 00:15:56,960 --> 00:16:01,840 Can you do some vox pops about Valentine's Day? 164 00:16:01,920 --> 00:16:03,400 Sure. 165 00:16:38,640 --> 00:16:41,600 Brother, do you want to speak? 166 00:16:46,600 --> 00:16:49,840 Do you want to speak to the camera? 167 00:16:54,720 --> 00:16:58,680 Brother, would you like to speak to the camera? Brother? 168 00:17:00,520 --> 00:17:04,560 Your wife is expecting a flower. It's Valentine's Day. 169 00:17:04,640 --> 00:17:06,880 I have no job. No money. 170 00:17:06,960 --> 00:17:09,880 Brother, would you like to speak to Kabul News? 171 00:17:09,960 --> 00:17:14,920 What do you expect me to say? No work, zero security, bad economy. 172 00:17:15,000 --> 00:17:19,880 - Give your opinion about Valentine's Day. - Forget it, that's a Western topic. 173 00:17:19,960 --> 00:17:21,400 Okay. Never mind. 174 00:17:21,480 --> 00:17:25,880 - Uncle, would you like to speak? - I don't know how to speak. 175 00:17:26,400 --> 00:17:28,360 It's about Valentine's Day. 176 00:17:28,440 --> 00:17:32,400 No, I'm an old man. Love is behind me. 177 00:17:32,840 --> 00:17:34,560 - Do you want to speak? - What? 178 00:17:34,640 --> 00:17:38,480 - To the camera? - I don't know what to say, my love. 179 00:17:38,560 --> 00:17:40,920 I'm interviewing people about love. 180 00:17:41,000 --> 00:17:46,600 - Love? I can try. - Stand over there, please. 181 00:17:47,040 --> 00:17:49,840 Has your husband ever told you, "I love you"? 182 00:17:49,920 --> 00:17:52,760 No, he hasn't... 183 00:17:52,840 --> 00:17:56,320 Never... Never! 184 00:17:56,400 --> 00:17:58,200 What about you? 185 00:17:58,280 --> 00:18:01,240 I told him in my heart, but not out loud. 186 00:18:04,040 --> 00:18:05,240 Why not? 187 00:18:05,320 --> 00:18:10,320 Because it would boost his ego. I will never do that. 188 00:18:13,480 --> 00:18:17,160 Are there any good men in Afghanistan? 189 00:18:18,120 --> 00:18:24,800 What can I say? To be honest, no. 190 00:18:24,880 --> 00:18:30,360 There are no good men. They are all aggressive, bad-tempered. Not good. 191 00:18:30,440 --> 00:18:35,400 I've never seen a man who appreciates his wife and speaks kindly to her. 192 00:18:35,480 --> 00:18:40,800 It's just beatings, insults, chores, and taking care of the children. 193 00:18:40,880 --> 00:18:43,400 There're no good husbands in Afghanistan. 194 00:18:43,480 --> 00:18:45,160 Have you experienced this? 195 00:18:45,240 --> 00:18:49,840 Of course! I was beaten and insulted a lot. 196 00:18:49,920 --> 00:18:53,280 My life has become ashes. I'm 67 years old. 197 00:18:53,360 --> 00:18:56,240 I haven't had a single happy day with my husband. 198 00:18:56,320 --> 00:18:58,600 This isn't life, my love. 199 00:18:59,400 --> 00:19:04,240 - The first time you said "I love you"? - I never did. 200 00:19:04,920 --> 00:19:08,480 Because I married so young. 201 00:19:08,560 --> 00:19:14,400 The chance was taken away from me. I was a child when I got married. 202 00:19:15,240 --> 00:19:17,800 I couldn't say it to anyone. 203 00:19:19,800 --> 00:19:22,960 Have you ever heard a man say "I love you" to his wife? 204 00:19:23,040 --> 00:19:26,840 - Maybe some do. - Have you heard it yourself? 205 00:19:26,920 --> 00:19:31,400 Not from my father, brother or husband, but I've seen it in movies. 206 00:19:33,120 --> 00:19:35,920 - Impossible in Afghan society. - It rarely exists. 207 00:19:36,000 --> 00:19:38,440 - I dropped the sound. - Got it. 208 00:19:38,520 --> 00:19:42,240 I brought the vox you asked for. 209 00:19:42,680 --> 00:19:46,760 - Vox? What vox? - About Valentine's Day. 210 00:19:46,840 --> 00:19:50,480 I didn't ask for that. Hopefully you learned your lesson. 211 00:19:50,560 --> 00:19:55,400 Bravo! You got all the voxes from women. How did you convince them? 212 00:19:55,480 --> 00:20:00,120 My husband never gives me gifts. That's the truth. 213 00:20:00,840 --> 00:20:03,680 But I do! I love him. 214 00:20:04,120 --> 00:20:11,480 I spent four hours downtown, couldn't interview a single woman. 215 00:20:11,920 --> 00:20:15,320 - About Valentine's Day? - Yes, my report is on Valentine's. 216 00:20:15,400 --> 00:20:17,920 No one talked to me. Someone almost broke my camera. 217 00:20:18,000 --> 00:20:21,080 My mom was a child bride. She called my dad "uncle". 218 00:20:21,160 --> 00:20:27,960 She got used to it and still calls him "uncle" today. 219 00:20:28,040 --> 00:20:34,000 I have a weekly show about women. Could you get me some clips? 220 00:20:34,080 --> 00:20:37,480 - If you talk to the camera manager. - Sure, I will. 221 00:20:41,120 --> 00:20:45,360 Are there any good men in Afghanistan? 222 00:20:47,000 --> 00:20:51,960 - Okay. Take it from there. - How many seconds? 223 00:20:52,560 --> 00:20:57,160 - Until there. - 15 seconds would be enough. 224 00:20:57,240 --> 00:20:59,920 Anita! When did you get back? 225 00:21:00,000 --> 00:21:04,680 - Hi! How are you, my dear? - I'm fine! 226 00:21:04,760 --> 00:21:07,040 Be careful with the tea. 227 00:21:07,120 --> 00:21:10,120 Weren't you arriving tomorrow? 228 00:21:10,200 --> 00:21:12,680 I was. 229 00:21:12,760 --> 00:21:17,160 The client drives me crazy. They expect a new episode by tomorrow. 230 00:21:17,920 --> 00:21:21,000 Even though I didn't just come from America, say hello? 231 00:21:21,080 --> 00:21:24,760 - Layla, did I break your heart? - Not your first time... 232 00:21:24,840 --> 00:21:28,080 - How are you? - Thank you. I'm fine. 233 00:21:28,160 --> 00:21:32,400 - How are your parents? - Everyone's fine. 234 00:21:32,480 --> 00:21:35,680 I brought you a gift from America. 235 00:21:35,760 --> 00:21:38,760 What is it? 236 00:21:38,840 --> 00:21:41,160 A "Happy Divorce" present. 237 00:21:41,800 --> 00:21:45,040 Well, the divorce hasn't happened yet, but I'll accept it. 238 00:21:45,120 --> 00:21:48,000 What could it be? 239 00:21:54,360 --> 00:21:56,480 - What is it? - Layla! 240 00:21:59,520 --> 00:22:04,000 - Are you insane bringing it here? - It even has a charger. Look! 241 00:22:04,080 --> 00:22:07,280 Yes, so you can charge it. 242 00:22:07,360 --> 00:22:10,760 Anita! What is this, for God's sake? 243 00:22:10,840 --> 00:22:15,160 - Where do you put the charger in? - I'll show you. 244 00:22:17,160 --> 00:22:19,800 Yeah, there, exactly. 245 00:22:19,880 --> 00:22:24,360 - Look how happy she is. - Let me... new possibilities. 246 00:22:24,440 --> 00:22:30,160 - Didn't you bring one for Layla? - No, thank you. I prefer chocolate. 247 00:22:30,240 --> 00:22:33,000 - What's this for, Anita? - It's a remote control. 248 00:22:33,080 --> 00:22:35,960 Turn it on from here first, 249 00:22:36,800 --> 00:22:39,440 then put the charger here. 250 00:22:39,520 --> 00:22:45,280 - Do it later. In case anyone comes. - We'll say it's yours. 251 00:22:45,400 --> 00:22:48,120 They know me... and her. 252 00:22:48,200 --> 00:22:50,160 - I don't get it. - Press that button. 253 00:22:52,840 --> 00:22:55,840 It vibrates. You can pick the mode. 254 00:22:57,760 --> 00:23:00,000 Choose, Layla! 255 00:23:00,080 --> 00:23:01,680 Get lost. 256 00:23:01,760 --> 00:23:05,400 Enough, put it away! 257 00:23:05,480 --> 00:23:08,800 Don't like it? I can bring you one too. 258 00:23:08,880 --> 00:23:13,960 - Give it back. - She doesn't want to touch it. 259 00:23:15,080 --> 00:23:17,160 I'll take it from you after work. 260 00:23:18,600 --> 00:23:22,840 Alright, what's the news? Seen Samir lately? 261 00:23:23,280 --> 00:23:25,760 - No, he can go to hell. - How's single life? 262 00:23:25,840 --> 00:23:30,040 No single life. She thinks Kabul is like the US. 263 00:23:30,120 --> 00:23:32,800 You can have a single life in Kabul too! 264 00:23:32,880 --> 00:23:35,480 - How? - Just like that. 265 00:23:37,800 --> 00:23:44,480 No. Even if I don't live with him, we're still married. 266 00:23:45,080 --> 00:23:47,800 - We haven't divorced. - When will you? 267 00:23:48,800 --> 00:23:52,760 Honestly, I don't know, because... 268 00:23:54,080 --> 00:23:59,440 Divorce is easy, but I'm afraid he'll take Liam. 269 00:23:59,880 --> 00:24:04,080 You live in the US, 270 00:24:04,160 --> 00:24:08,360 so, you may not know the laws here. 271 00:24:08,440 --> 00:24:13,520 As long as he leaves me alone, I won't push for divorce. 272 00:24:14,120 --> 00:24:16,160 You're lucky not to be married. 273 00:24:16,240 --> 00:24:22,040 You may think you're missing out on something, but you're not. 274 00:24:22,120 --> 00:24:26,760 - Believe me, you're lucky. - Not all men are bad. 275 00:24:26,840 --> 00:24:30,120 There are no good men in Afghanistan. Believe me. 276 00:24:30,840 --> 00:24:33,240 Alright, is your father a good man? 277 00:24:34,440 --> 00:24:37,440 - He's a good father. - Is he a good husband to your mom? 278 00:24:37,520 --> 00:24:39,440 Does he respect her? 279 00:24:40,080 --> 00:24:44,080 - Somehow, yeah. - Somehow? You're not telling the truth. 280 00:24:44,160 --> 00:24:48,160 What about your brothers? Do they respect their wives? 281 00:24:48,800 --> 00:24:51,440 They feel ownership of their wives. 282 00:24:51,520 --> 00:24:56,000 It's complicated. Afghan men are... 283 00:24:57,720 --> 00:24:59,040 traumatized. 284 00:24:59,160 --> 00:25:05,920 Like anyone else, Afghan men need role models as well. 285 00:25:06,000 --> 00:25:12,000 - Aren't Afghan women traumatized? - Both men and women are traumatized. 286 00:25:13,320 --> 00:25:19,680 I don't want to justify Samir's actions. 287 00:25:20,440 --> 00:25:25,960 But... if his father, grandfather, and uncles all behave like that... 288 00:25:26,040 --> 00:25:30,080 But he can change! Are we like our parents? No. 289 00:25:30,600 --> 00:25:35,320 In my opinion, men are irresponsible, bullies, and brainless. 290 00:25:35,760 --> 00:25:40,240 What I'm saying comes from experience, not emotions. 291 00:25:40,320 --> 00:25:45,040 You say this only because of your husband? What about your dad? 292 00:25:45,120 --> 00:25:48,760 My dad is like all other men. Why should he be different? 293 00:25:48,840 --> 00:25:51,360 When I visit you, he behaves well. 294 00:25:51,440 --> 00:25:55,000 Do you expect him to chase my mom with a bat? 295 00:25:55,120 --> 00:25:59,680 So he's pretending, right? 296 00:25:59,760 --> 00:26:03,760 As far as I remember, my dad used to beat my mom. 297 00:26:03,840 --> 00:26:10,440 He grabbed her long hair, sat on her back, and beat her. 298 00:26:11,080 --> 00:26:16,240 I swear! I hate long hair because I saw... 299 00:26:17,000 --> 00:26:22,120 how he used it as a tool against her. 300 00:26:22,200 --> 00:26:25,840 - In front of all of you? - Of course! 301 00:26:25,920 --> 00:26:30,960 - It makes you hold a grudge. - "Afghan men are traumatized..." 302 00:26:31,040 --> 00:26:35,240 Don't say that in front of me, it makes me angry. 303 00:26:35,320 --> 00:26:40,360 Give me a piece of cake. My mouth tastes bitter after saying all this. 304 00:26:40,440 --> 00:26:47,720 Did I come to a political panel or just for a break with my friends? 305 00:27:01,560 --> 00:27:07,240 I'm staying in this hotel, and we went shopping... 306 00:27:09,800 --> 00:27:12,160 Are some of your friends inside? 307 00:27:12,240 --> 00:27:18,000 As you heard, inside the hotel are his friends, who are citizens of Pakistan... 308 00:27:18,080 --> 00:27:20,840 Chief! Chief! 309 00:27:22,520 --> 00:27:25,440 Chief! Let me in. 310 00:27:25,520 --> 00:27:29,040 Soldier, let Kabul News pass through! 311 00:27:31,880 --> 00:27:35,000 How are you, friend? 312 00:27:35,080 --> 00:27:40,640 - Throwing a party? - You journalists are such a pain. 313 00:27:40,720 --> 00:27:46,640 They interrupted my breakfast. I was pissed. 314 00:27:46,720 --> 00:27:50,920 - How many terrorists? - Two or three. I've no clue. 315 00:27:51,000 --> 00:27:53,960 And you're the police of this country? 316 00:27:55,120 --> 00:27:59,560 Let me sneak behind that building and film a bit. 317 00:27:59,640 --> 00:28:03,520 Don't you hear the shots? You can get killed. 318 00:28:03,600 --> 00:28:06,760 I've survived all these years, I'll survive today. 319 00:28:06,840 --> 00:28:14,440 When it's over, I'll fake the fight for your camera. 320 00:28:14,520 --> 00:28:17,720 Your audience will love it. 321 00:28:17,800 --> 00:28:23,600 - You even cheated back in school. - That's Afghanistan. 322 00:28:23,720 --> 00:28:29,080 Cheating as a cop now? A journalist can't fake. 323 00:28:29,160 --> 00:28:36,680 - If I let you go, they'll all yell at me. - Let me get my cameraman. 324 00:28:36,760 --> 00:28:39,960 - Is he here? - Yes. Mirza! 325 00:28:40,040 --> 00:28:42,920 - Where are you? - Here! Over here! 326 00:28:43,000 --> 00:28:45,160 Let him through. 327 00:28:45,240 --> 00:28:50,000 - Why is Kabul News allowed and not us? - Faster, faster, faster! 328 00:29:07,680 --> 00:29:09,240 What's happening? 329 00:29:09,320 --> 00:29:12,240 You're sending reporters out in fake bulletproof vests? 330 00:29:12,360 --> 00:29:16,720 - What happened? - He almost got killed! 331 00:29:16,800 --> 00:29:19,600 This is so irresponsible, boss. 332 00:29:19,680 --> 00:29:26,080 - A very dangerous incident was resolved. - The vests are all fake! 333 00:29:26,160 --> 00:29:27,960 He wasn't wearing one? 334 00:29:28,040 --> 00:29:33,200 I'm telling you, they are fake! 335 00:29:33,280 --> 00:29:37,400 - Don't get emotional. - How can I not be? 336 00:29:37,480 --> 00:29:40,800 A few centimeters lower, it would've hit his heart. 337 00:29:40,880 --> 00:29:45,880 But it didn't. We'll investigate what happened. 338 00:29:45,960 --> 00:29:48,440 It's obvious, the TV station bought them. 339 00:29:48,520 --> 00:29:52,480 - What did the doctor say? - Here's the report. 340 00:29:54,040 --> 00:29:57,520 Why a private hospital? You should've called me. 341 00:29:57,600 --> 00:30:00,240 - It's my responsibility. - This should be on the news. 342 00:30:00,320 --> 00:30:06,240 With all this corruption here, why are we going after the government? 343 00:30:06,320 --> 00:30:11,080 Let's not stab ourselves in the back. Don't make a big deal out of it. 344 00:30:11,160 --> 00:30:19,160 I'm a soldier, I'm a soldier I serve this land 345 00:30:19,600 --> 00:30:23,280 I'll chop the Taliban's head off with a sharp sword 346 00:30:24,680 --> 00:30:27,440 Liam, come here. 347 00:30:33,720 --> 00:30:38,040 What nonsense! Never sing that again, okay? 348 00:30:39,800 --> 00:30:42,560 - Promise? - Okay. 349 00:30:46,040 --> 00:30:50,480 Oh! You haven't been changed today? 350 00:30:54,840 --> 00:30:57,840 Are you uncomfortable? 351 00:30:57,920 --> 00:31:00,280 - Shahla! - I'll come back. 352 00:31:00,360 --> 00:31:05,440 Did you change his diaper today? His skin's red. 353 00:31:05,520 --> 00:31:07,880 Oh, I forgot. 354 00:31:07,960 --> 00:31:14,120 - He was out of diapers anyway. - I bought a pack two days ago. 355 00:31:14,200 --> 00:31:17,720 Do you know how many he uses daily? 356 00:31:17,800 --> 00:31:20,520 My God! Surely not 50? 357 00:31:20,600 --> 00:31:25,520 Do you think I'm using them myself? I don't like your tone. 358 00:31:25,600 --> 00:31:31,080 - I didn't say that. - Watch what you're saying. 359 00:31:31,160 --> 00:31:36,720 Are you calling me a thief? I didn't take them home! 360 00:31:36,800 --> 00:31:41,400 Listen. I didn't say you stole anything. I just said... 361 00:31:41,480 --> 00:31:44,200 I brought a pack of 50 two days ago. 362 00:31:44,280 --> 00:31:50,360 Your look says it all. It feels accusatory. 363 00:31:50,440 --> 00:31:55,480 He's a child, he uses many. I'm not a thief! 364 00:31:55,560 --> 00:31:58,760 You're accusing me of stealing! 365 00:31:58,840 --> 00:32:03,160 As if I did it! I work hard every day... 366 00:32:03,240 --> 00:32:07,280 - Because I'm poor, you accuse me! - I didn't say that. 367 00:32:07,360 --> 00:32:12,680 Shahla! I swear I didn't mean that. Look at me. 368 00:32:19,920 --> 00:32:21,880 Naru? Naru! 369 00:32:22,720 --> 00:32:24,520 - Naru! - What? 370 00:32:25,360 --> 00:32:28,680 - I was looking for you. - What do you want? 371 00:32:28,760 --> 00:32:33,920 I spoke with your manager. I need you for an important report. 372 00:32:34,000 --> 00:32:37,440 I only do vox pops. I don't go out with reporters. 373 00:32:37,520 --> 00:32:41,920 - Naru, this is work, not personal. - Vox pops are work too. 374 00:32:42,000 --> 00:32:45,760 Your work is reporting, my work is vox pops. 375 00:32:46,440 --> 00:32:50,320 - You're still upset, right? - You know very well. 376 00:32:51,120 --> 00:32:53,400 If I apologize, are we good? 377 00:32:53,480 --> 00:32:56,920 - Maybe. - Then I'm sorry. 378 00:32:57,760 --> 00:32:59,760 What I did was wrong. Okay? 379 00:33:02,960 --> 00:33:06,320 - Naru? - Should I get my camera or not? 380 00:33:06,400 --> 00:33:12,040 Ali? I told you we were in a hurry! And you showered? 381 00:33:12,120 --> 00:33:15,680 Sir, I had to. I was stinky. 382 00:33:15,760 --> 00:33:18,720 You shower in the office bathroom? 383 00:33:18,800 --> 00:33:22,280 Where else? The office doesn't give me a break. 384 00:33:22,360 --> 00:33:25,280 Okay, hurry up! We're late. 385 00:33:25,360 --> 00:33:29,920 KABUL POLICE HEADQUARTERS 386 00:33:30,000 --> 00:33:32,840 I built two schools in my town myself. 387 00:33:32,920 --> 00:33:38,800 And that gives you the right to rape and rob people? 388 00:33:38,880 --> 00:33:44,640 There was no rape. My enemies are behind this. 389 00:33:44,720 --> 00:33:47,920 You can ask people about me. 390 00:33:48,000 --> 00:33:51,560 When you raped those women, 391 00:33:51,640 --> 00:33:54,760 did you ever think they're someone's loved ones? 392 00:33:54,840 --> 00:33:57,120 There was no rape... 393 00:33:57,200 --> 00:34:02,720 - Were you on drugs or alcohol? - What were your intentions? 394 00:34:02,800 --> 00:34:07,440 I said I didn't do anything, and you ask about my intentions? 395 00:34:09,400 --> 00:34:13,080 Qodrat, my friend, where did you find that girl? 396 00:34:13,160 --> 00:34:15,760 - Which girl? - The camera-woman. 397 00:34:15,840 --> 00:34:20,560 - She's a colleague. - Married or single? 398 00:34:20,640 --> 00:34:24,640 - How should I know? - You're a journalist. Find out! 399 00:34:24,720 --> 00:34:30,560 - I swear I've never seen a woman! - Where did you get the police uniform? 400 00:34:30,640 --> 00:34:35,160 It wasn't the full uniform, just a jacket my cousin gave me. 401 00:34:35,240 --> 00:34:39,240 I investigated the gang leader, the man right there. 402 00:34:39,320 --> 00:34:43,640 He's been involved in armed robbery and kidnapping. 403 00:34:43,720 --> 00:34:49,000 He's been arrested several times, but never stays long in prison. 404 00:34:49,080 --> 00:34:53,600 - Of course, they went to prison... - Let me finish my question. 405 00:34:53,680 --> 00:34:57,920 The police ignored the incident for four days. 406 00:34:58,000 --> 00:35:01,920 We had no evidence. How could we arrest them? 407 00:35:02,000 --> 00:35:06,080 - We acted when we had evidence. - Kabul News found the evidence. 408 00:35:06,160 --> 00:35:09,960 - I'm not in a gang! - Silence! 409 00:35:10,040 --> 00:35:15,160 - We have evidence! - Let me finish! 410 00:35:15,240 --> 00:35:17,800 Please don't interrupt me. 411 00:35:21,520 --> 00:35:24,240 6PM NEWS 412 00:35:25,280 --> 00:35:28,840 A woman in Kabul died after being gang raped. 413 00:35:29,440 --> 00:35:33,520 {\an8}Four armed men stopped a car 414 00:35:33,600 --> 00:35:38,120 {\an8}returning from a family dinner. 415 00:35:38,720 --> 00:35:43,280 {\an8}They took the passengers to a village. 416 00:35:43,360 --> 00:35:47,000 {\an8}They tied up the men 417 00:35:47,080 --> 00:35:49,680 {\an8}and gang raped the women. 418 00:35:49,760 --> 00:35:53,240 {\an8}I begged them 419 00:35:53,960 --> 00:35:56,720 {\an8}not to touch my 16-year-old daughter. 420 00:35:56,800 --> 00:36:02,840 {\an8}Those bastards didn't listen. 421 00:36:04,560 --> 00:36:06,640 {\an8}The one with a broken hand 422 00:36:06,720 --> 00:36:09,160 {\an8}took my daughter, 423 00:36:09,560 --> 00:36:11,120 {\an8}and said, "The virgin is the best." 424 00:36:12,320 --> 00:36:14,120 {\an8}They raped my daughter 425 00:36:14,200 --> 00:36:16,320 {\an8}more than ten times... 426 00:36:16,400 --> 00:36:22,120 Kabul police say all the gang members have been arrested... 427 00:36:22,200 --> 00:36:23,360 Thank you. 428 00:36:29,000 --> 00:36:34,280 This is journalism. I've been trying to show you 429 00:36:34,360 --> 00:36:38,840 how media can make a real impact on society. 430 00:36:38,920 --> 00:36:46,520 And finally, Mr Qadiri, through his work, set an example. 431 00:36:46,600 --> 00:36:51,640 This is what we aim for at Kabul News. We're very proud of you. 432 00:36:51,720 --> 00:36:57,200 Let me give you a warm hug. I'm very happy today. 433 00:36:57,280 --> 00:37:01,480 - Congratulations. - Thank you... Thank you. 434 00:37:01,560 --> 00:37:06,400 But boss, I should say I did this report with Naru's help. 435 00:37:06,480 --> 00:37:11,240 If she hadn't interviewed the female victims, 436 00:37:11,320 --> 00:37:14,840 I wouldn't have been able to do this report. 437 00:37:14,920 --> 00:37:16,240 You're welcome. 438 00:37:16,320 --> 00:37:19,960 Without her, it would have been impossible. 439 00:37:20,040 --> 00:37:24,200 - Thank you. - We should applaud her. 440 00:37:27,800 --> 00:37:31,720 You can leave now. See you tomorrow. 441 00:37:31,800 --> 00:37:35,480 Bye-bye. 442 00:37:35,560 --> 00:37:39,160 Can I have a word with you in my office? 443 00:37:48,400 --> 00:37:52,560 - Boss, you wanted to speak to me? - Alright, Mrs! 444 00:37:52,640 --> 00:37:55,440 - Welcome to the news! - Thank you. 445 00:37:55,520 --> 00:38:02,160 You're in a great place, with plenty of opportunities. 446 00:38:02,240 --> 00:38:07,680 I hope you learn from your senior colleagues, especially Mr Qadiri. 447 00:38:08,560 --> 00:38:12,040 Now, what I wanted to ask you... 448 00:38:12,120 --> 00:38:17,000 Being a lucky man, I'm getting married in two months. 449 00:38:17,080 --> 00:38:20,240 - Ah, okay! Congratulations. - Thank you. 450 00:38:20,320 --> 00:38:26,080 I was hoping you could be there to film the ladies. 451 00:38:26,160 --> 00:38:29,720 If you could do that, it would be great. 452 00:38:29,800 --> 00:38:34,240 - You mean... I should film your wedding? - Yes, exactly. 453 00:38:34,320 --> 00:38:36,960 You come and... I have to take this call. 454 00:38:37,040 --> 00:38:38,200 Sure. 455 00:38:40,320 --> 00:38:42,400 Hello, Mr Minister. 456 00:38:42,480 --> 00:38:45,800 How are you? How is your health? 457 00:38:47,280 --> 00:38:50,680 I know you didn't call just to check on me... 458 00:39:04,360 --> 00:39:07,280 Welcome. The family section is this way please. 459 00:39:08,360 --> 00:39:12,000 - Why sit there? - Can we get another table? 460 00:39:12,080 --> 00:39:15,720 - This is the family section. - We aren't family. 461 00:39:15,800 --> 00:39:21,080 - What's going on? - Boss, they want the men's area. 462 00:39:21,160 --> 00:39:22,520 No problem... 463 00:39:22,600 --> 00:39:27,760 Mr Qadiri, welcome. How are you? Are your colleagues well? 464 00:39:27,840 --> 00:39:30,200 Thank you. Can we sit somewhere? 465 00:39:30,280 --> 00:39:34,200 Sit wherever you like. Find them a nice table. 466 00:39:34,280 --> 00:39:36,600 Please follow me. 467 00:39:38,840 --> 00:39:41,440 - Where to sit? - By the aquarium. 468 00:39:41,520 --> 00:39:42,880 This way, please. 469 00:39:45,880 --> 00:39:48,560 Kabab, Qabili, Mahicha, Pilaf, Mantu, Ashak. 470 00:39:48,640 --> 00:39:52,360 Hold on a second. Repeat that? 471 00:39:52,440 --> 00:39:56,200 Kabab, Karahi, Mantu, Qabili, Ashak. 472 00:39:57,240 --> 00:40:00,640 - Can I have Ashak, please? - Currently out of Ashak. 473 00:40:00,720 --> 00:40:03,960 - Oh. How about Mantu? - Out of it too. 474 00:40:04,040 --> 00:40:07,560 - What's left then? - Kabab, Qabili, Mahicha. 475 00:40:08,360 --> 00:40:14,480 I'll take Mahicha. Don't say it's gone too. 476 00:40:14,560 --> 00:40:17,360 We have Mahicha. You? 477 00:40:17,440 --> 00:40:22,000 - Anything without meat? - We don't serve food without meat. 478 00:40:22,080 --> 00:40:26,640 Bring me a Qabili but without meat. 479 00:40:27,760 --> 00:40:29,520 Meatless Qabili?! 480 00:40:29,600 --> 00:40:35,000 - Yes, just remove the meat. - Okay. Any drinks? 481 00:40:35,080 --> 00:40:39,200 - I'll have green tea. - Black tea. 482 00:40:39,280 --> 00:40:43,840 One meatless Qabili, one Mahicha, one green, one black tea. 483 00:40:43,920 --> 00:40:48,080 Wouldn't you be more comfortable in the family section? 484 00:40:48,160 --> 00:40:53,280 - Of course not. - Women usually prefer the family section. 485 00:40:53,360 --> 00:40:56,440 Excuse me? They're expected to sit there. 486 00:40:56,520 --> 00:41:00,440 Who wants to sit in a dark shitty room to eat? 487 00:41:00,520 --> 00:41:05,000 Men by the aquarium, women aside. 488 00:41:05,080 --> 00:41:08,160 That's the norm. We can't change it. 489 00:41:08,240 --> 00:41:11,520 We just did, no? 490 00:41:11,600 --> 00:41:14,240 Yes, but now we are the black sheep. 491 00:41:14,320 --> 00:41:15,800 As if we care. 492 00:41:18,000 --> 00:41:21,840 - Fast service. - Mahicha, and this is Qabili. 493 00:41:21,920 --> 00:41:26,080 Here is the black tea and the green tea. 494 00:41:26,160 --> 00:41:27,800 - Is this green tea? - Yes. 495 00:41:30,360 --> 00:41:31,440 Alright. 496 00:41:32,800 --> 00:41:34,160 Leave it there. 497 00:41:35,560 --> 00:41:40,440 Didn't I say remove the meat? 498 00:41:40,520 --> 00:41:42,960 - Do it yourself. - Want some? 499 00:41:43,040 --> 00:41:47,240 No, I won't be able to finish mine. Let's pack it up for the driver. 500 00:41:48,240 --> 00:41:49,400 Yes, let's do that. 501 00:41:51,040 --> 00:41:54,120 Look at mine. Are you vegetarian? 502 00:41:54,200 --> 00:41:56,360 - Not by choice. - What do you mean? 503 00:41:56,840 --> 00:42:02,640 Covered so many suicide attacks, I can't look at meat. 504 00:42:02,720 --> 00:42:04,280 Really? How many? 505 00:42:04,360 --> 00:42:09,360 Lost count. Since 2006. 506 00:42:12,800 --> 00:42:14,680 ...three, four, five, six, seven... 507 00:42:14,760 --> 00:42:17,600 Are we hurrying because the shuttle's leaving? 508 00:42:17,680 --> 00:42:20,560 - Yes, exactly. - Who's quicker? 509 00:42:20,640 --> 00:42:23,720 Liam, of course. 510 00:42:23,800 --> 00:42:25,920 - Goodbye. - Get home safely, little one. 511 00:42:28,960 --> 00:42:31,440 Hello, brothers, time to go? 512 00:42:31,520 --> 00:42:38,360 Unfortunately, the staff shuttle is cancelled. 513 00:42:41,880 --> 00:42:44,480 We're not to blame. It's the office. 514 00:42:44,560 --> 00:42:48,760 How are you, champ? 515 00:42:49,520 --> 00:42:52,000 Want to hold my gun? 516 00:42:52,080 --> 00:42:54,720 No? You don't want to? 517 00:42:54,800 --> 00:42:57,680 - What happened? - Haven't you heard? 518 00:42:57,760 --> 00:42:59,920 The TV station's been threatened. 519 00:43:00,000 --> 00:43:02,120 - By who? - The Taliban. 520 00:43:02,200 --> 00:43:05,960 Oh my... So the shuttle's canceled for now? 521 00:43:06,040 --> 00:43:12,400 - Until further notice. - Which basically means forever. 522 00:43:15,760 --> 00:43:19,760 What should I cook for dinner for my son? What should I cook? 523 00:43:19,840 --> 00:43:21,920 - What? - What do you want to eat? 524 00:43:22,000 --> 00:43:24,280 What should I cook for Liam? 525 00:43:24,360 --> 00:43:28,800 - It'll only take two minutes. - No one's allowed in. 526 00:43:28,880 --> 00:43:32,120 - Don't give me a headache. - There she is. 527 00:43:32,200 --> 00:43:34,680 My baby lion! 528 00:43:34,760 --> 00:43:36,760 Give me a kiss. 529 00:43:36,840 --> 00:43:39,360 Let's go over there. 530 00:43:43,120 --> 00:43:46,200 - Where are we going? - Just come... 531 00:43:50,200 --> 00:43:54,000 Naru! Stop! I'm talking to you. 532 00:43:54,080 --> 00:43:57,200 Why are you here? Trying to ruin me? 533 00:43:57,280 --> 00:44:03,040 Naru. I can't reach you at home or work. 534 00:44:03,120 --> 00:44:06,280 - Your phone's off. - Guess why? 535 00:44:06,360 --> 00:44:11,120 We're done. Why are you here? You want to embarrass me? 536 00:44:12,000 --> 00:44:16,360 Check my phone! That bitch was chasing me! I deleted her number! 537 00:44:16,440 --> 00:44:19,960 - I don't give a shit! - What do you mean? 538 00:44:20,880 --> 00:44:25,480 - I'm talking to you! Stop! - Don't grab my bag. 539 00:44:25,560 --> 00:44:29,000 I'd be in Germany if not for you two. 540 00:44:29,080 --> 00:44:33,840 Oh, please just shut up! As if Germany was waiting for you! 541 00:44:33,920 --> 00:44:36,960 You're a lazy ass! Do you know your son's needs? 542 00:44:37,040 --> 00:44:41,880 His diapers, food... "My baby lion"? Get lost! 543 00:44:41,960 --> 00:44:46,240 Who found you this job? Me! I allowed you to work. 544 00:44:46,320 --> 00:44:49,760 Thanks a lot. 545 00:44:49,840 --> 00:44:52,440 I swallowed my pride for you! 546 00:44:52,520 --> 00:44:57,440 You found me a job because you wanted me to provide. 547 00:44:57,520 --> 00:45:01,200 I was a fool to give you my salary! 548 00:45:01,280 --> 00:45:05,240 - Find me a job here. - You know what work is? 549 00:45:05,320 --> 00:45:09,640 You're only good at cruising around with your friends. 550 00:45:12,040 --> 00:45:14,840 How many times should I apologize? 551 00:45:14,920 --> 00:45:18,320 If you call yourself a photographer, let's open a shop! 552 00:45:18,400 --> 00:45:21,080 So we can be around each other. 553 00:45:21,160 --> 00:45:25,360 Are you stupid, or do you have some mental issues? 554 00:45:25,440 --> 00:45:28,680 I say I hate you, and you want us to start a business? 555 00:45:28,760 --> 00:45:33,360 - I know other ways as well. - Put your finger down! 556 00:45:33,440 --> 00:45:37,120 - I left my family for you. - Didn't I do the same? 557 00:45:38,520 --> 00:45:42,240 You see only your sacrifices? 558 00:45:42,320 --> 00:45:43,680 Naru? 559 00:45:45,280 --> 00:45:49,000 - Is everything okay? - Mind your business. Go, go! 560 00:45:49,080 --> 00:45:52,080 All good. Stand closer to me. 561 00:45:52,160 --> 00:45:54,800 I'm out of money for cigarettes. 562 00:45:54,880 --> 00:45:59,880 I get it. You want money? You're broke, right? 563 00:45:59,960 --> 00:46:02,280 I know you so well! 564 00:46:02,360 --> 00:46:07,760 You're such a con. Take this money and fuck off! 565 00:46:07,840 --> 00:46:12,440 Come with Mommy. Leave us alone, okay? Liam... 566 00:46:12,520 --> 00:46:15,200 Naru? Get in! 567 00:46:18,520 --> 00:46:21,640 Naru! Who's this? 568 00:46:21,720 --> 00:46:25,440 Why are you getting in his car? Who is he? 569 00:46:26,880 --> 00:46:27,880 Naru! 570 00:46:45,080 --> 00:46:48,320 See how it turns. 571 00:46:48,400 --> 00:46:53,560 - Are we heading the right way? - No, just drop us off here. 572 00:46:53,640 --> 00:46:57,280 - I'm not going to kick you out. - I don't want to trouble you. 573 00:46:57,360 --> 00:47:01,240 It's the car taking you, not me. 574 00:47:01,880 --> 00:47:05,080 Okay, then go towards Kote Sangi. 575 00:47:10,160 --> 00:47:13,680 Who's this commander? 576 00:47:13,760 --> 00:47:16,480 He's my bodyguard. 577 00:47:17,440 --> 00:47:20,720 - What's his name? - Liam. 578 00:47:20,800 --> 00:47:23,840 Liam, how old are you? 579 00:47:23,920 --> 00:47:30,400 Five? No way. How old? 580 00:47:32,400 --> 00:47:34,520 Two? No... 581 00:47:34,600 --> 00:47:38,880 He's three years and eight months. 582 00:47:38,960 --> 00:47:43,280 Liam, what do you like most? Guns? Cars? 583 00:47:46,800 --> 00:47:51,040 - What's he saying? - He likes lions. Can't you see his bag? 584 00:47:51,120 --> 00:47:54,600 Look, I have a lion too. Do you like it? 585 00:47:56,240 --> 00:48:01,880 Too bad it's my daughter's. Otherwise, I'd give it to you. 586 00:48:01,960 --> 00:48:05,640 If I did, my daughter would kick me out. 587 00:48:07,080 --> 00:48:12,040 - How many kids do you have? - Two girls and a boy. 588 00:48:12,120 --> 00:48:13,920 How old are they? 589 00:48:14,000 --> 00:48:17,480 My youngest daughter is four, the other ten. 590 00:48:17,560 --> 00:48:19,480 Your youngest is Liam's age. 591 00:48:19,560 --> 00:48:23,240 And my son starts university next year. 592 00:48:23,320 --> 00:48:27,000 You have a son that old? You must be joking. 593 00:48:27,080 --> 00:48:31,040 - I don't believe you. - Shall I show you a picture? 594 00:48:31,120 --> 00:48:34,080 Yes, let me see. 595 00:48:42,120 --> 00:48:48,000 Your daughter's so cute. What's her name? 596 00:48:48,080 --> 00:48:49,800 Delilah. 597 00:48:49,880 --> 00:48:52,880 This is Delilah, Liam! 598 00:48:52,960 --> 00:48:55,680 Delilah? That's not Afghan, right? 599 00:48:55,760 --> 00:49:00,600 No. My wife heard it in a TV series, and I liked it too. 600 00:49:02,760 --> 00:49:06,600 - Your wife's beautiful. - Thank you. 601 00:49:06,680 --> 00:49:11,480 Was your marriage arranged or a love marriage? 602 00:49:11,560 --> 00:49:14,440 - I never stood a chance. - Why not? 603 00:49:14,520 --> 00:49:19,280 My mom asked for my cousin's hand right after I finished high school. 604 00:49:19,360 --> 00:49:23,000 Half of Afghanistan is married to their cousins. 605 00:49:23,080 --> 00:49:27,000 That was our time. What about you? 606 00:49:27,080 --> 00:49:31,400 I married a stranger. I was so stupid. 607 00:49:31,480 --> 00:49:37,040 - I don't know what I was thinking. - It's okay. You were young. 608 00:49:40,360 --> 00:49:42,120 Are you separated now? 609 00:49:42,200 --> 00:49:46,200 Not officially, but... 610 00:49:47,240 --> 00:49:50,960 - Liam and I are staying with my parents. - Maybe it will turn out well. 611 00:49:53,480 --> 00:49:55,520 Things will get better. You're still young. 612 00:49:56,520 --> 00:49:57,560 I don't know. 613 00:50:39,960 --> 00:50:42,640 - Which way? - Left. 614 00:50:50,160 --> 00:50:52,000 What's going on here? 615 00:50:52,960 --> 00:50:55,520 Open the door! 616 00:50:55,600 --> 00:50:58,160 Get out of the car. 617 00:50:58,240 --> 00:51:02,640 - Out of the car. - Is he crazy? Don't open the door. 618 00:51:05,160 --> 00:51:10,800 - Officer, why did he attack us? - He claims you kidnapped his wife. 619 00:51:10,880 --> 00:51:15,560 - Don't move! - She's a colleague. I gave her a ride. 620 00:51:15,640 --> 00:51:18,320 - Aren't you Mr Qadiri? - Yes. 621 00:51:18,400 --> 00:51:25,760 Mr Qadiri, so glad to meet you. How are your colleagues? 622 00:51:25,840 --> 00:51:30,280 - I filed a complaint against him. - He misunderstood. 623 00:51:30,360 --> 00:51:36,200 - What did I misunderstand, you asshole? - Put him in the car. 624 00:51:37,440 --> 00:51:41,160 I swear I'll kill you! 625 00:51:41,240 --> 00:51:45,160 You can go. We'll take care of it. 626 00:51:46,880 --> 00:51:52,680 Such a respectful person. I've never seen a man behave like that. 627 00:51:52,760 --> 00:51:57,680 - Really? How? - Respectfully. 628 00:51:57,760 --> 00:52:00,680 - Why did he help you? - Who? 629 00:52:00,760 --> 00:52:04,440 - Qodrat. - You misunderstood me. 630 00:52:04,520 --> 00:52:09,760 I was saying something else. I was saying that... 631 00:52:09,840 --> 00:52:13,560 I've never seen a man behave so respectfully. 632 00:52:13,640 --> 00:52:17,640 He didn't need to help me. 633 00:52:17,720 --> 00:52:22,760 - A married man helping? - He acted like a gentleman. 634 00:52:22,840 --> 00:52:27,360 Can't a married man act like a gentleman? 635 00:52:27,440 --> 00:52:31,080 You don't need to be so negative. 636 00:52:31,600 --> 00:52:36,160 She glows talking about Qodrat. 637 00:52:40,160 --> 00:52:45,560 I swear, there's nothing between us. Otherwise, I'd tell you. 638 00:52:45,640 --> 00:52:47,720 Okay! I believe you. 639 00:52:47,800 --> 00:52:51,560 He only gave me a ride, and you're making a big deal out of it. 640 00:52:51,640 --> 00:52:55,640 Next time, I won't tell you anything. 641 00:53:11,160 --> 00:53:13,320 - Hello. - Where to? 642 00:53:13,400 --> 00:53:16,400 - We're from Kabul News. - Your ID. 643 00:53:16,480 --> 00:53:18,200 Open your bag. 644 00:53:22,600 --> 00:53:27,000 You're clear. Go in, sister. 645 00:53:27,080 --> 00:53:30,920 - Don't want to check my bag? - No, go ahead. 646 00:53:31,000 --> 00:53:34,120 - Why not? - Got anything suspicious? 647 00:53:34,200 --> 00:53:39,760 - Maybe. Isn't it your job to find out? - I let you pass out of respect. 648 00:53:39,840 --> 00:53:43,560 Respect? You check his bag, but not mine. 649 00:53:43,640 --> 00:53:47,120 - Because women can't carry bombs? - Aunty, go. 650 00:53:47,200 --> 00:53:50,080 I'm not your aunty and I'm not talking to you. 651 00:53:50,200 --> 00:53:56,160 These attacks happen because people don't do their jobs. 652 00:53:57,240 --> 00:54:01,280 - It's your job to search my bag. - Search her bag. 653 00:54:04,120 --> 00:54:08,680 Do what you're paid to do... Don't push. 654 00:54:08,760 --> 00:54:10,560 Go. Stop talking. 655 00:54:10,640 --> 00:54:13,640 - Just do your job. - Go away! 656 00:54:14,560 --> 00:54:21,000 You want trouble, forcing them to search you? 657 00:54:21,080 --> 00:54:24,160 Yes, they should do their job. 658 00:54:24,240 --> 00:54:28,040 - You'll teach them their job? - If they don't know... 659 00:54:29,840 --> 00:54:32,960 - It's not your job... - Keep moving! 660 00:54:33,040 --> 00:54:35,560 - You own the street? - She's crazy. 661 00:54:35,640 --> 00:54:39,760 You can't stop people in the street and lecture them. 662 00:54:39,840 --> 00:54:42,880 45 years of war is because of your kind of mentality. 663 00:54:42,960 --> 00:54:47,800 - You can't just ignore and deny. - And what's your mentality? 664 00:54:47,880 --> 00:54:50,880 When you see something wrong, you must react. 665 00:54:50,960 --> 00:54:54,160 Your generation lives in a bubble. 666 00:54:54,240 --> 00:55:00,120 You think change comes overnight. It doesn't. 667 00:55:00,200 --> 00:55:03,520 You're so passive. You do nothing. 668 00:55:03,600 --> 00:55:06,760 You wait for change to happen on its own. 669 00:55:06,840 --> 00:55:10,760 Change happens only when everyone does their job. 670 00:55:10,840 --> 00:55:16,160 Change happens only when you act as an aware citizen. 671 00:55:16,240 --> 00:55:20,240 You want to fix all Afghanistan's problems right now? We're late. 672 00:55:20,320 --> 00:55:23,400 Just go! Go! As if I'm blocking you. 673 00:55:25,040 --> 00:55:29,640 - We're both going. - I'm on my way. 674 00:55:29,720 --> 00:55:34,120 - Why are you pissed of? - I'm not. You just don't understand. 675 00:55:34,200 --> 00:55:37,800 I'm not telling him anything, and he's telling me. 676 00:55:56,880 --> 00:55:59,520 I have those numbers. They don't pick up. 677 00:55:59,600 --> 00:56:05,000 Neither the Chief of Police nor the District Government. 678 00:56:06,320 --> 00:56:08,880 - Are you the gas station owner? - Yes. 679 00:56:08,960 --> 00:56:16,800 - Was anyone on your staff hurt? - Don't know. They won't let me get close. 680 00:56:16,880 --> 00:56:20,120 - How much did you lose? - My entire life. 681 00:56:20,200 --> 00:56:22,400 Almost a million dollars. 682 00:56:22,520 --> 00:56:25,400 What do you expect from the government? How much did you lose? 683 00:56:25,480 --> 00:56:29,240 Don't put the mic in my face. I'm done talking. 684 00:56:31,160 --> 00:56:34,800 Move, bystander. You're blocking the view. 685 00:57:09,760 --> 00:57:13,440 What are you doing there? Naru! 686 00:57:14,520 --> 00:57:18,400 First rule of journalism: Protect yourself. 687 00:57:18,480 --> 00:57:22,080 Stop lecturing me. Come get the camera. 688 00:57:29,680 --> 00:57:33,680 I'm going to fall... I'd better go the other way. 689 00:57:33,760 --> 00:57:35,800 I'll catch you. Don't worry. 690 00:57:35,880 --> 00:57:39,240 - Hold it tight. - I'll fall. 691 00:57:39,320 --> 00:57:41,400 I'll catch you. 692 00:57:42,560 --> 00:57:46,760 Let go of your hands. 693 00:58:07,440 --> 00:58:09,880 - Let them be. - I didn't say anything. 694 00:58:09,960 --> 00:58:13,280 - Let them have their fun. - Oh God! 695 00:58:22,200 --> 00:58:23,680 Shall we go eat somewhere? 696 00:58:27,200 --> 00:58:31,760 Really? Isn't it your daughter's birthday? 697 00:58:31,840 --> 00:58:35,920 Oh, I completely forgot. I'll ask you out another day. 698 00:58:36,000 --> 00:58:37,680 Sounds good. 699 00:58:55,560 --> 00:58:56,680 Is the street blocked? 700 00:59:14,240 --> 00:59:16,560 - Hello. - Where are you going? 701 00:59:16,640 --> 00:59:20,080 What a question. We go wherever we like. 702 00:59:20,160 --> 00:59:23,120 Really? Get out of the car. 703 00:59:23,200 --> 00:59:26,480 - Why did you say that? - Too late. 704 00:59:32,760 --> 00:59:36,040 Aren't you the reporter who always criticizes the police? 705 00:59:36,120 --> 00:59:40,960 Want to search the car? Check the papers? 706 00:59:41,040 --> 00:59:44,440 - Who's the girl? - None of your business. 707 00:59:44,520 --> 00:59:50,840 - You'll see after I smash your face. - Watch your language! 708 00:59:50,920 --> 00:59:54,600 Wait until you get to the station. 709 00:59:54,680 --> 00:59:58,480 - Hey, don't bother her. - What's the problem? 710 00:59:58,560 --> 01:00:00,920 - What's your relation to him? - None of your business. 711 01:00:01,000 --> 01:00:05,080 - I'll make you talk. - What have we done? 712 01:00:05,160 --> 01:00:08,720 - Don't talk back. Call your father. - Talk to me. 713 01:00:08,800 --> 01:00:12,760 You're lucky you're a woman. Call your father too. 714 01:00:12,840 --> 01:00:16,400 Are you insane? A 50-year-old man calling his father? 715 01:00:16,480 --> 01:00:21,680 - Qodrat, he's filming. - Stop. You don't have permission. 716 01:00:21,760 --> 01:00:25,120 I don't need permission. 717 01:00:25,200 --> 01:00:30,720 Let him go. Get off him. Let him go. 718 01:01:27,920 --> 01:01:31,360 - I'll go home now. - Let me get the door. 719 01:01:45,400 --> 01:01:47,600 Just go. I'll take your stuff. 720 01:02:02,120 --> 01:02:05,240 Can you get the key from the front pocket? 721 01:02:05,320 --> 01:02:08,360 - Here? - Yes. 722 01:02:13,960 --> 01:02:16,840 - This one? - Yes. 723 01:02:54,200 --> 01:02:57,120 Give me my bag. 724 01:02:57,200 --> 01:03:00,960 - Should I carry it upstairs? - No. Goodnight. 725 01:03:04,920 --> 01:03:05,600 Hello? 726 01:03:10,200 --> 01:03:14,280 Where else would I be? I'm on my way home. 727 01:03:15,320 --> 01:03:19,440 Something came up at work. I couldn't call back. 728 01:03:19,520 --> 01:03:21,280 I'll be home soon. 729 01:03:22,960 --> 01:03:28,040 Come on, you know my job. I would've answered if I could. 730 01:03:28,120 --> 01:03:33,680 I told you, something happened. I'll explain when I get home. 731 01:03:37,680 --> 01:03:41,000 It's not like I was having fun. 732 01:03:43,520 --> 01:03:45,880 Alright, put her on the phone. 733 01:03:46,520 --> 01:03:52,320 Oh Deli, don't cry... 734 01:03:52,760 --> 01:03:55,600 Oh no, my girl is crying. 735 01:03:55,680 --> 01:04:02,560 Daddy was stuck at work. I'm coming home now. 736 01:04:02,640 --> 01:04:06,800 Don't cry. I'll take you to the bakery tomorrow 737 01:04:06,880 --> 01:04:11,200 and get you a big cake. Whichever one you want, okay? 738 01:04:13,720 --> 01:04:16,400 I was suddenly attacked by some men. 739 01:04:16,480 --> 01:04:20,960 I didn't see much. The headlights blinded me. 740 01:04:21,920 --> 01:04:27,600 I couldn't see their faces. 741 01:04:28,360 --> 01:04:31,920 Long story short, they beat me up and left. 742 01:04:32,000 --> 01:04:34,360 How long did it last? 743 01:04:34,440 --> 01:04:38,120 To me, it felt like forever. 744 01:04:38,200 --> 01:04:44,080 Really... What kind of question is that? 745 01:04:46,600 --> 01:04:51,200 When you're being beaten, you're not checking the time! 746 01:04:51,280 --> 01:04:55,160 It's fine. 747 01:04:55,240 --> 01:04:58,920 Thank you all, let's get to work. 748 01:04:59,000 --> 01:05:02,400 I'm in my office if anything comes up. 749 01:05:02,480 --> 01:05:04,680 - Mr Qadiri. - Yes. 750 01:05:04,760 --> 01:05:09,440 - Can you cover Parliament? - Yes. 751 01:05:09,520 --> 01:05:13,160 If you need rest, I can send someone else. 752 01:05:13,240 --> 01:05:15,120 I'm fine. 753 01:05:15,200 --> 01:05:20,480 As you wish. I've got "painkillers" in my office. 754 01:05:20,560 --> 01:05:24,080 I know your "painkillers", but no thanks. 755 01:05:24,160 --> 01:05:27,480 Alright then, head out. They start at nine. 756 01:05:27,560 --> 01:05:29,880 I'll call the cameraman and get going. 757 01:05:29,960 --> 01:05:33,120 - Good luck, then. - Thanks. 758 01:05:41,400 --> 01:05:44,400 The number you have dialed is not... 759 01:05:48,360 --> 01:05:51,960 - Morning. How's everyone? - Look who's here! 760 01:05:52,040 --> 01:05:57,160 - How are you? - So good to see you. 761 01:05:57,240 --> 01:06:02,800 - How are you, old friend? - Long time no see. How's it going? 762 01:06:02,880 --> 01:06:07,600 - How are you? - Good to see you back. Any pain? 763 01:06:07,680 --> 01:06:12,800 - No, I'm recovered. - Your squeeze might bring the pain back. 764 01:06:12,880 --> 01:06:17,080 - Feeling better? - Better. How about you? 765 01:06:17,160 --> 01:06:21,440 - As you can see. - What's that? You look worse than I did. 766 01:06:21,520 --> 01:06:26,280 Misbehave at home and your wife punish you? 767 01:06:26,360 --> 01:06:30,360 - No... I'll tell you later. - Okay, let's go to the interview. 768 01:06:30,440 --> 01:06:34,960 - What interview? - The camera manager told me. 769 01:06:35,040 --> 01:06:38,000 - Aren't you going to Parliament? - Yes. 770 01:06:38,080 --> 01:06:40,280 Then let's go. 771 01:06:40,360 --> 01:06:44,240 Take your camera and tripod, I've got a call to make. 772 01:06:44,320 --> 01:06:49,040 If you could call the transport, that'd be great. 773 01:06:49,120 --> 01:06:53,320 Bye, guys, see you later. 774 01:06:54,960 --> 01:06:59,960 I'm Yasamin, calling from Herat. 775 01:07:00,040 --> 01:07:06,400 - What's your question? - I wanted some advice. 776 01:07:06,480 --> 01:07:11,000 This is your show. Feel free to ask anything. 777 01:07:11,080 --> 01:07:15,480 I have a family problem. 778 01:07:16,120 --> 01:07:22,720 My daughter has fallen in love with a married man. 779 01:07:27,000 --> 01:07:30,480 {\an8}I concluded that it's time to end America's longest war. 780 01:07:31,200 --> 01:07:33,760 {\an8}It's time for American troops to come home. 781 01:07:36,760 --> 01:07:40,280 In God's name, hello and welcome to Kabul News. 782 01:07:40,360 --> 01:07:45,880 Today is Wednesday, April 14, 2021. 783 01:07:46,400 --> 01:07:50,960 {\an8}After two decades, the US has announced 784 01:07:51,040 --> 01:07:54,960 {\an8}they'll withdraw their troops by September. 785 01:07:55,040 --> 01:08:00,240 {\an8}Qadiri is live from downtown Kabul. 786 01:08:00,320 --> 01:08:06,120 {\an8}The people I spoke to 787 01:08:06,200 --> 01:08:11,120 {\an8}expressed concern about the consequences. 788 01:08:11,200 --> 01:08:13,040 {\an8}And the Government... 789 01:08:26,040 --> 01:08:28,240 Naru! Naru! 790 01:08:29,360 --> 01:08:32,000 Hey. How are you? 791 01:08:33,040 --> 01:08:34,680 Are you upset with me? 792 01:08:35,880 --> 01:08:39,480 - No, I'm not. - Why did you quit the news? 793 01:08:40,160 --> 01:08:41,800 It was the office's decision. 794 01:08:41,880 --> 01:08:45,560 Okay, but why are you avoiding me? 795 01:08:45,640 --> 01:08:47,000 How do you mean? 796 01:08:48,880 --> 01:08:52,280 - I think you're hiding something. - I'm not. 797 01:08:52,360 --> 01:08:55,840 If I've done something to upset you, I need to know. 798 01:08:57,040 --> 01:09:02,040 We used to work together. Now we don't. It's over. 799 01:09:02,120 --> 01:09:03,440 That's it. 800 01:09:08,400 --> 01:09:14,280 Naru! You didn't answer my question. Stop acting childishly. 801 01:09:32,600 --> 01:09:35,920 You're finished, man. 802 01:09:37,960 --> 01:09:41,200 Tell me something I don't know. 803 01:09:43,680 --> 01:09:47,880 I thought about what you said. The girl likes you too. 804 01:09:47,960 --> 01:09:52,680 No way. Why would a young woman like an older guy like me? 805 01:09:57,880 --> 01:10:03,440 Why don't you act like a man and confront her? 806 01:10:04,600 --> 01:10:05,840 That won't work. 807 01:10:05,920 --> 01:10:10,120 Why not? It always works for me. 808 01:10:10,200 --> 01:10:13,560 You fall for every woman you meet. 809 01:10:13,640 --> 01:10:15,920 So what? You should too. 810 01:10:16,000 --> 01:10:18,880 No way. I'm married with kids. 811 01:10:19,920 --> 01:10:23,280 She's married too and has a kid. 812 01:10:23,360 --> 01:10:25,840 That's different. She's young. 813 01:10:25,920 --> 01:10:29,840 - I'm 20 years older. - It's not about age, but heart. 814 01:10:29,920 --> 01:10:34,400 My heart's not young either. Forget it... 815 01:10:36,440 --> 01:10:38,040 I've got another idea. 816 01:10:39,520 --> 01:10:45,960 Take my gun and the police pickup. I'll send a guy with you. Kidnap her. 817 01:10:48,840 --> 01:10:52,240 - And then what? - Want me to explain that too? 818 01:10:53,200 --> 01:10:56,040 My house in Kandahar is empty. 819 01:10:56,120 --> 01:10:59,440 Get her pregnant and see how she chases you. 820 01:10:59,520 --> 01:11:03,680 Tell me, why have we been friends so long? 821 01:11:04,680 --> 01:11:09,000 No idea. Maybe because we grew up together in the orphanage? 822 01:11:09,880 --> 01:11:14,120 Exactly. Otherwise, I'd never be friends with you. 823 01:11:14,240 --> 01:11:21,600 Such a good time. All those fights, eating together, having fun... 824 01:11:21,720 --> 01:11:25,040 No responsibility. I miss those days. 825 01:11:25,120 --> 01:11:27,280 Of course you do. 826 01:11:27,360 --> 01:11:30,760 You were a waste, the worst in class. 827 01:11:32,080 --> 01:11:36,240 - Give me her number, and I'll call. - Another brilliant idea. 828 01:11:36,320 --> 01:11:40,400 - Hey, Dad. Look, he's pulling me. - I was first. 829 01:11:40,480 --> 01:11:43,480 Don't fight. You can both fit. 830 01:11:44,040 --> 01:11:47,720 - Hello, uncle. - How are you, son? 831 01:11:47,800 --> 01:11:49,000 Good. 832 01:11:49,080 --> 01:11:53,480 Got it? Don't worry. There are plenty of women. 833 01:12:49,120 --> 01:12:51,160 Dear guests. 834 01:12:51,240 --> 01:12:56,200 Let's welcome the groom and his colleagues. 835 01:12:56,280 --> 01:13:02,600 The groom dedicates this song to his bride. 836 01:13:02,680 --> 01:13:05,240 Let's give them a big round of applause! 837 01:16:30,160 --> 01:16:37,080 {\an8}BLACK THURSDAY: AN ATTACK ON FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION 838 01:16:41,200 --> 01:16:44,960 In God's name, may the martyrs rest in peace. 839 01:16:45,040 --> 01:16:48,120 The Taliban's attack on Kabul News staff 840 01:16:48,200 --> 01:16:52,640 {\an8}causing outrage in Afghanistan and outside. 841 01:16:52,720 --> 01:16:57,320 {\an8}On Thursday evening, during the wedding 842 01:16:57,400 --> 01:17:00,960 {\an8}of Hamidullah Binesh, head of Kabul News, 843 01:17:01,040 --> 01:17:05,240 {\an8}a suicide bomber struck. 844 01:17:05,320 --> 01:17:09,480 {\an8}Seven employees were killed, 845 01:17:09,560 --> 01:17:12,000 {\an8}and more than 50 injured. 846 01:17:12,080 --> 01:17:16,120 {\an8}Police confirmed the attacker was a woman. 847 01:17:16,200 --> 01:17:22,040 {\an8}Her identity has not yet been released. 848 01:17:30,360 --> 01:17:31,560 Naru... 849 01:17:33,200 --> 01:17:37,600 Naru. I know it's really hard... Can I do anything? 850 01:17:39,720 --> 01:17:41,240 No. 851 01:17:41,320 --> 01:17:46,000 We can only keep her memory alive in us. 852 01:17:48,480 --> 01:17:49,600 I'm sorry. 853 01:17:54,280 --> 01:17:55,600 I'm going home. 854 01:18:00,400 --> 01:18:02,520 Pick up Liam. I'll give you both a ride. 855 01:18:02,600 --> 01:18:03,720 Okay. 856 01:18:21,440 --> 01:18:23,400 Kids, where's Liam? 857 01:18:24,840 --> 01:18:26,760 - Not here. - Liam isn't here. 858 01:18:27,760 --> 01:18:32,600 - Atiq, where's the kindergarten teacher? - She went to the canteen. 859 01:18:32,680 --> 01:18:35,800 - Did she take Liam? - No, his father did. 860 01:18:35,880 --> 01:18:38,360 - Whose father? - Your son's father. 861 01:18:38,440 --> 01:18:41,640 - Just now? - A few minutes ago. 862 01:18:44,800 --> 01:18:46,960 Liam! Liam! 863 01:18:47,600 --> 01:18:48,840 Samir! 864 01:18:49,920 --> 01:18:51,400 Samir, stop! 865 01:18:53,360 --> 01:18:56,840 Don't let her. 866 01:18:56,920 --> 01:19:00,360 - Go away. Who the fuck are you? - Get in the car. 867 01:19:15,280 --> 01:19:18,160 Naru? 868 01:19:20,240 --> 01:19:25,600 - Naru, what happened? Who were they? - Liam was taken. 869 01:19:25,680 --> 01:19:30,600 - Should I get the car and chase them? - No. Where to? 870 01:19:30,680 --> 01:19:34,920 - Should I call the police? - And tell them that his father took him? 871 01:19:35,000 --> 01:19:37,400 Yes, he kidnapped him. 872 01:19:37,480 --> 01:19:41,760 You talk as if you don't live in Afghanistan. Don't you know the law? 873 01:19:41,840 --> 01:19:45,080 The law's broken. You can get around it. 874 01:19:45,160 --> 01:19:47,160 You don't understand me. 875 01:19:47,240 --> 01:19:49,880 - I do. - Alright. Tell me! 876 01:19:49,960 --> 01:19:53,520 - We can file a report. - What will you say in the report? 877 01:19:54,520 --> 01:19:58,440 - That his father kidnapped Liam. - They won't consider that kidnapping. 878 01:19:58,520 --> 01:20:03,800 - So what? We've still got to act. - Who are you, interfering in my life? 879 01:20:03,880 --> 01:20:05,600 Who are you? 880 01:20:06,040 --> 01:20:08,600 Naru! I love you. 881 01:20:08,680 --> 01:20:12,480 For God's sake, I'm ashamed to hear that. 882 01:20:13,080 --> 01:20:16,320 You're like the rest of men. "I love you." 883 01:20:16,400 --> 01:20:21,000 - Really? Is that what you think of me? - Yes, I do! I do think that. 884 01:20:21,720 --> 01:20:23,400 Alright then, I apologize. 885 01:20:24,680 --> 01:20:26,240 "I apologize!" 886 01:20:46,440 --> 01:20:49,320 LAYLA PHOTO STUDIO 887 01:20:56,080 --> 01:21:00,560 - Should we make a heart? - Yes, good idea. 888 01:21:00,640 --> 01:21:03,280 Just like that. 889 01:21:03,360 --> 01:21:06,280 Keep it straight. 890 01:21:08,840 --> 01:21:10,840 Smile. 891 01:21:10,920 --> 01:21:13,840 Wait... Good. 892 01:21:13,920 --> 01:21:17,920 Hold the bouquet down by your side. 893 01:21:18,000 --> 01:21:20,400 Kneel before me. 894 01:21:23,600 --> 01:21:27,320 - Let me show you our studio. Come in. - Hello. 895 01:21:27,400 --> 01:21:30,160 - This is my wife. - How are you? 896 01:21:30,240 --> 01:21:35,160 We can change the background as you wish. 897 01:21:35,240 --> 01:21:40,120 Decorate it the way she wants. Money isn't an issue. 898 01:21:40,200 --> 01:21:43,760 - Do you have a catalogue? - Yes, let me show you. 899 01:22:01,560 --> 01:22:03,720 Naru! 900 01:22:03,800 --> 01:22:10,160 - Anita, my dear, how are you? - Thank you. And you? 901 01:22:11,840 --> 01:22:14,960 - Can we take a break? - Sure. 902 01:22:15,040 --> 01:22:18,680 You've grown. Have you forgotten your auntie? 903 01:22:18,760 --> 01:22:23,160 - Yes. - Ignore him. He's addicted to games. 904 01:22:23,240 --> 01:22:28,320 How have you been? I'm so happy you came. 905 01:22:28,400 --> 01:22:32,720 - I came to say goodbye. - You're leaving? 906 01:22:32,800 --> 01:22:40,400 All US citizens must leave for security reasons. 907 01:22:40,480 --> 01:22:41,760 For how long? 908 01:22:41,840 --> 01:22:46,080 It depends. Maybe a few weeks like last time. 909 01:22:46,160 --> 01:22:49,000 I'll text you. 910 01:22:49,160 --> 01:22:51,720 - Take care of yourself. - What are you doing? 911 01:22:51,800 --> 01:22:55,440 - The next customer will be here soon. - Okay, go! 912 01:22:55,520 --> 01:22:57,840 - She's chatting at work. - Ignore him. 913 01:23:00,920 --> 01:23:04,720 I drink Power Energy Drink. What about you? 914 01:23:04,800 --> 01:23:10,960 Power Energy Drink: Ginseng extract plus other energizers. 915 01:23:11,040 --> 01:23:15,600 Drink Power Energy Drink and stay energized all day. 916 01:23:15,680 --> 01:23:18,880 Power Energy Drink, a drink made for men. 917 01:23:18,960 --> 01:23:23,680 This program is sponsored by Power Energy Drink. 918 01:23:23,760 --> 01:23:27,680 {\an8}Mr Qadiri... on behalf of the government, 919 01:23:27,760 --> 01:23:31,200 {\an8}I assure you and our viewers 920 01:23:31,280 --> 01:23:39,080 that our security forces are in full control. 921 01:23:39,160 --> 01:23:45,400 The country is under the Government's rule. And these rumors... 922 01:23:45,480 --> 01:23:51,080 Your claims don't reflect the reality on the ground. 923 01:23:51,160 --> 01:23:56,200 - 21 provinces are gone to the Taliban. - Listen to me. 924 01:23:56,280 --> 01:24:02,840 In war, it's normal if a district or province falls briefly. 925 01:24:02,920 --> 01:24:08,480 But we have 300,000 armed forces. Our national security forces... 926 01:24:08,560 --> 01:24:13,680 Where are they when provinces are falling one after another? 927 01:24:13,760 --> 01:24:16,840 War is serious business. 928 01:24:16,920 --> 01:24:24,080 Districts and provinces can fall, but we can reclaim them. 929 01:24:24,160 --> 01:24:27,080 You haven't reclaimed a single province. 930 01:24:27,160 --> 01:24:35,840 Some media have sided with the enemy. 931 01:24:35,920 --> 01:24:42,400 Wouldn't it be better to give a clear picture of the situation? 932 01:24:42,480 --> 01:24:46,080 The clear picture is that you're sabotaging it. 933 01:24:46,160 --> 01:24:49,000 You're not telling the truth. 934 01:24:49,080 --> 01:24:54,480 You encourage people to rise against their government! 935 01:24:54,560 --> 01:25:00,520 The situation is desperate. Denying it betrays the people. 936 01:25:00,600 --> 01:25:04,560 - You are the traitor here! - What are you doing? 937 01:25:06,200 --> 01:25:07,400 Let go. 938 01:25:12,400 --> 01:25:13,840 Get off me. 939 01:25:15,200 --> 01:25:19,880 - Sir, let him go! - This is really bad. It's a live show. 940 01:25:19,960 --> 01:25:21,840 NEWS STUDIO 941 01:25:21,920 --> 01:25:25,320 They bring any idiot into the studio as an expert! 942 01:25:29,720 --> 01:25:31,320 What's going on? 943 01:25:31,400 --> 01:25:37,000 They say the Taliban have entered Kabul and released 13,000 prisoners. 944 01:25:37,080 --> 01:25:39,280 I went to Pul-e-Charkhi for a report. 945 01:25:39,360 --> 01:25:44,160 People said the Taliban released all the prisoners. 946 01:25:44,240 --> 01:25:49,200 - Did you call the prison director? - Yes. I saw three Taliban motorcyclists. 947 01:25:49,280 --> 01:25:52,880 Did you see it yourself? Where is the boss? 948 01:25:52,960 --> 01:25:55,400 He's not answering. 949 01:25:55,480 --> 01:25:59,000 - Call his Dubai number. - He's not picking up. 950 01:25:59,080 --> 01:26:03,840 - Hamid, any news from officials? - Their phones are off. 951 01:26:03,920 --> 01:26:07,680 All phones are off. All ministries. 952 01:26:07,760 --> 01:26:13,040 - Has anyone called Parliament? - They're not answering. 953 01:26:13,120 --> 01:26:17,240 Brothers, your attention. The situation is bad. 954 01:26:17,320 --> 01:26:19,960 We should evacuate the office. Go home. 955 01:26:20,040 --> 01:26:25,360 - Where's the security manager? - There's no one here. 956 01:26:25,440 --> 01:26:28,360 - So, we're on our own? - I'm afraid so. 957 01:26:28,440 --> 01:26:32,040 The situation is volatile. Please hurry. 958 01:26:32,120 --> 01:26:36,120 We can't abandon the office. What if something happens? 959 01:26:36,200 --> 01:26:41,520 What if something happens to the staff? If someone gets hurt? 960 01:26:41,600 --> 01:26:46,880 They are reporters. They can take care of themselves. 961 01:26:46,960 --> 01:26:52,600 The situation is unpredictable. Hurry and leave instead of arguing. 962 01:26:55,880 --> 01:26:59,560 Give me a minute, I need to answer this call. We'll find a way out. 963 01:27:02,480 --> 01:27:05,120 - Hello? - Where are you? 964 01:27:05,240 --> 01:27:08,600 Hey Shaker, how are you? I'm in the office. 965 01:27:08,680 --> 01:27:14,040 - Come to the airport. It's total chaos. - What's going on there? 966 01:27:14,880 --> 01:27:20,680 All officials, parliament members, everyone is at the airport. 967 01:27:20,760 --> 01:27:23,840 Shouldn't you be at the police station? 968 01:27:25,160 --> 01:27:28,280 Forget that. I love my life, and I like you. 969 01:27:28,360 --> 01:27:31,800 The Taliban will kill you if they enter downtown. 970 01:27:31,880 --> 01:27:36,400 Let them kill me. What can I do? This is the situation. 971 01:27:36,480 --> 01:27:39,760 I put your name on the evacuation list, 972 01:27:39,840 --> 01:27:42,840 so you can leave on one of the first flights. 973 01:27:48,800 --> 01:27:51,480 BREAKING NEWS 974 01:27:51,960 --> 01:27:54,480 {\an8}We have breaking news. 975 01:27:54,560 --> 01:27:57,200 {\an8}Sources confirm to Kabul News 976 01:27:57,280 --> 01:28:00,120 {\an8}that President Ghani has fled the country. 977 01:28:00,200 --> 01:28:04,400 {\an8}It's unclear where the president has gone. 978 01:28:04,480 --> 01:28:06,440 {\an8}We'll keep you updated 979 01:28:06,520 --> 01:28:08,760 {\an8}as more information comes in. 980 01:28:38,800 --> 01:28:41,360 - Hello, Naru. - How are you, Ehsan Khan? 981 01:28:41,440 --> 01:28:44,960 - Fine. Did you hear the news? - It's chaos. 982 01:28:45,040 --> 01:28:48,440 A total mess. 983 01:28:48,520 --> 01:28:53,840 - Here's your thermos. - Thanks. You can keep it, we have two. 984 01:28:53,920 --> 01:28:57,880 Thanks, but I'm closing. You should too. 985 01:28:57,960 --> 01:29:01,400 - Where's your husband? - He got a call and left. 986 01:29:01,480 --> 01:29:06,280 - Shops have been looted. - Where did you hear that? 987 01:29:06,360 --> 01:29:10,040 My cousin called me... 988 01:29:10,120 --> 01:29:13,680 - Are you Mr Qadiri? - I am. 989 01:29:13,760 --> 01:29:20,440 - Our pride. We all respect you. - You're too kind. 990 01:29:20,520 --> 01:29:25,560 - What's going on in this country? - It's Afghanistan, not the first time. 991 01:29:25,640 --> 01:29:29,760 - Why is everybody rushing to the airport? - People are panicking. 992 01:29:29,840 --> 01:29:34,360 - Are you here for a photo? - I'm in a hurry, excuse me. 993 01:29:34,440 --> 01:29:38,560 - Be careful. - Thanks for your concern. 994 01:29:38,640 --> 01:29:43,040 I lived under the Taliban. They hate reporters. 995 01:29:43,120 --> 01:29:47,840 - Thanks for your concern. I'm in a hurry. - Leave while you can. 996 01:29:47,920 --> 01:29:51,520 - I won't take more of your time. - I'm leaving, close your shop. 997 01:29:51,600 --> 01:29:53,160 Thank you, Ehsan Khan. 998 01:29:53,240 --> 01:29:56,960 Hey Liam, it's uncle Qodrat. Give me a hug. 999 01:29:57,040 --> 01:29:58,920 What are you doing here? 1000 01:30:00,000 --> 01:30:02,320 Get Liam ready. We must go to the airport now. 1001 01:30:02,840 --> 01:30:04,040 Airport? 1002 01:30:06,560 --> 01:30:09,360 It's all over. Can't you see the chaos? 1003 01:30:09,440 --> 01:30:12,880 If you reach the airport, you can fly to a safer place. 1004 01:30:13,600 --> 01:30:17,640 That easy? Without a visa or passport? 1005 01:30:17,720 --> 01:30:22,240 I have intel: Once you pass the checkpoint, 1006 01:30:22,320 --> 01:30:25,360 there are military aircraft that will fly you out. 1007 01:30:25,440 --> 01:30:28,520 Liam doesn't have ID or a passport. 1008 01:30:28,600 --> 01:30:32,560 You don't need one. Just pass the checkpoint. 1009 01:30:32,640 --> 01:30:36,280 Please leave. If my husband comes in, he'll make a scene. 1010 01:30:36,360 --> 01:30:40,680 - Naru, are you listening? - I'm listening. 1011 01:30:40,760 --> 01:30:43,840 - Excuse me. I need passport photos. - Come in. 1012 01:30:43,920 --> 01:30:47,040 - The studio's closed. - It's not closed. Get in. 1013 01:30:47,120 --> 01:30:53,600 - I said the studio's closed. - What do you mean, closed? 1014 01:30:54,400 --> 01:30:59,640 - Don't speak to my customer like that. - This is your only chance! 1015 01:30:59,720 --> 01:31:02,800 - What if we can't pass the checkpoint? - Then we come back to this hellhole. 1016 01:31:06,640 --> 01:31:10,200 Naru, don't hesitate. It's your only chance. 1017 01:31:47,880 --> 01:31:50,240 This idiot has blocked us. 1018 01:31:52,240 --> 01:31:54,240 Keep moving. 1019 01:31:56,240 --> 01:31:58,720 Are all these people going to the airport? 1020 01:32:00,800 --> 01:32:03,200 Yes, all of Kabul is fleeing. 1021 01:32:35,480 --> 01:32:39,680 Don't push! Can't you see a child here? 1022 01:32:44,160 --> 01:32:45,160 Give me Liam. 1023 01:32:53,000 --> 01:32:55,160 Don't let go of my hand. 1024 01:32:57,640 --> 01:33:02,080 Stand back. Don't push. 1025 01:33:16,760 --> 01:33:21,520 Only those on the list. Please calm down. 1026 01:33:22,280 --> 01:33:25,120 Only those on the list. 1027 01:33:27,000 --> 01:33:31,640 We have only limited space available. 1028 01:33:31,720 --> 01:33:34,920 I'm sorry. Qolam Mohammad! 1029 01:33:35,000 --> 01:33:38,120 Are we on the list? 1030 01:33:40,880 --> 01:33:43,800 Fatima Morawej. 1031 01:33:48,440 --> 01:33:52,080 Help her up! Help her up! 1032 01:34:13,280 --> 01:34:18,120 Mr Qodrat Qadiri. Kabul News. Mr Qodrat Qadiri. 1033 01:34:19,040 --> 01:34:26,000 Hey, translator! She has to go! Listen. Tell him there's been a mistake. 1034 01:34:26,080 --> 01:34:31,920 She's a Kabul News reporter: Naru Ahmadi. She's here. 1035 01:34:36,920 --> 01:34:41,520 There's been a mistake. 1036 01:34:41,600 --> 01:34:45,960 I put her name on the list. 1037 01:34:46,040 --> 01:34:50,440 Naru Ahmadi. Naru Ahmadi and her son. 1038 01:34:50,520 --> 01:34:52,880 She should go! 1039 01:34:54,320 --> 01:34:57,960 Naru Ahmadi. They must go. 1040 01:34:58,040 --> 01:35:01,040 Give us the child. 1041 01:35:01,120 --> 01:35:04,320 Give me Liam. 1042 01:35:08,120 --> 01:35:13,320 - Let us through. - Careful. 1043 01:35:19,400 --> 01:35:21,560 Now, it's your turn. 1044 01:35:21,640 --> 01:35:24,760 - You must go. Goodbye. - You're not coming? 1045 01:35:24,840 --> 01:35:27,480 - No. - What do you mean no? 1046 01:37:53,680 --> 01:37:55,440 In memory of our TOLO TV colleagues 1047 01:37:55,560 --> 01:37:58,000 who lost their lives on January 20, 2016 in Kabul, 1048 01:37:58,080 --> 01:38:01,080 when a Taliban suicide bomber drove into their staff shuttle 1049 01:38:01,160 --> 01:38:03,360 as they were on their way home from work.