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-700 grams, OK? - Yes.

And a pound of very ripe tomatoes.

They sure are!

It's for a salad, so...

Here you go.

LIFE IS A LONG QUIET RIVER

Good evening.

Once again a car was set on fire today

near Moulin de la Vierge.

And once more, it belonged to a family of immigrants.

Good evening, darling.

Sorry I'm late - a difficult birth.

A breech delivery that turned into a Caesarean.

It was brand new! Look what's left of it!

Come on, it was already two years old!

And no insurance when it's a crime... We're always footing the bill!

We work, we're honest, and look how we're thanked!

Good one!

You seem to have eaten better this evening, dear.

We're already wiped out by taxes.

What's that?

I'm French, you know!

Course you are!

The police are in with the politicians so I'll take my own revenge!

Whenever you want!

What a scandal!

What did you say, dear?

I said, shh!

Pass me a beer, would you?

Your dress is all stained!

Give me a break! It's night, you can't tell.

- Speed it up! - 100 more.

Your turn, Toc-Toc.

Hey, clubs aren't trump!

Jesus, you're totally out of it tonight!

What do you mean? That's not the game, not the rules!

I hate bad losers.

Calm down, I can't count.

- You've lost tons! - How much?

500.

Roselyne, it must be for you...

A fortune-teller's coming to lay her...

cards on the table!

As long as it's not an Arab, right Hamed?

How charming!

Consider yourself lucky to play with us.

- What kind of motor is it? - It's a DS.

Getting better.

The electricity man!

Shit.

Stay where you are!

It's the seventh time you've called me.

I saw a light, they're swindling us.

This time I'll get them.

Hi, Michel.

Do you live in the building?

Yes, with my parents.

See you around.

Do you know her?

Sort of.

- Who is it? - The electricity man.

Come in, it's open.

And don't forget behind the ears.

Brush behind as well, or else you'll get knots.

Father Auberger, good evening!

I've brought your big ones.

That's very kind, Jean was going to get them.

Jean, Father Auberger has brought the kids!

That's very kind of you.

I wanted to straighten things out for the party... Do you mind?

Not at all! I've just finished giving the children their bath.

Catechism class went well tonight.

Pierre really participates.

I had nine answers right on the Gospel questions.

In the meantime, freshen up before dinner.

Come with me, I'll show you what's already done.

I'm so ashamed, I've only made 20 place mats,

and I haven't even begun the costumes.

But that's wonderful!

And it's only the 15th, Marielle.

- Don't get up... - Good evening.

I've great news - Mrs Nectain will sell pastries with her daughters and sister-in-law.

That's perfect. Well done, Marielle!

Should I lay the table?

Yes, but it's the kids' week too.

I thought of you.

You should join our summer canoeing session in Pouchoulon.

I'd love to!

Splendid! That'll be good for him, at his age.

Something smells good!

Monday, ravioli day!

You'll join us, won't you?

Thanks, but I've already intruded enough. I'm off.

I'll see you out.

See you tomorrow for the rehearsal, Father.

Did you hear about the explosion?

It's terrible.

A very problematic area, all that juvenile delinquency...

But are those kids really responsible?

It's more often the parents' fault.

Sure, but it still is quite worrying.

Pierre, Bernadette, are you ready?

We can eat when you like.

Perfect, then let's!

Hold, please.

So?

So...

So, I waited for you last night!

Does number seven still have a fever?

I couldn't care less!

You spent last night cuddled up with your wife!

Be patient, Josette.

She's a sick woman.

Be patient, be patient... I've been patient for 14 years,

waiting for you to make up your mind! I'm sick of it!

What am I waiting for?

A lousy doctor in a two-bit clinic! A regular Nobel prize-winner!

What do Mrs Soulier's results say?

Nothing at all.

Just like you, you never say anything.

Look at me when I talk to you! I too am a suffering human being.

Go on, you don't impress me in the least.

I'm cured, do you hear?

Thanks for the treatment, Doctor!

So... is your little crisis over with?

Have we calmed down?

Very good.

So, we can go and look after Mrs Lebegue now.

We can get started on the delivery.

You crazy thing.

That's the way with me...

I'll never leave you, my baby

I'll never put an end to our story

That's the way with me...

Are you sure it'll look like that?

Sure, it's pink champagne.

Where are Momo and Million?

I need them! The police have been hanging around the shop all day.

They've got to hide the stuff away.

Calm down! Who does he think he is, this Arab?

Step off my floor! His shitty store's already brought the cops to us!

Without my shitty store, what would you do?

Tell him what we did to Arab grocers during the Algerian war.

I've already told him.

Keep calm, or you'll turn green.

Fine, I get it. I'm off.

Throw your junk in their room,

Momo will take care of it.

Evil woman!

Don't forget to bring up the suds, we're drying up!

And some nail polish remover, I've run out.

Don't you get Detective Magazine on Tuesdays?

When's Momo coming back?

He isn't, he's working.

Born 1908... She sure isn't a spring chicken!

450...500...

550...620...

Get rid of it.

How much is in the change purse?

39 Francs, an old coin,

a shitty medal, and an aspirin.

What do I do with the chequebook?

Get rid of it.

And what's in the wallet?

Social Security number, old-age card,

and a picture of a guy.

Get rid of it.

Do we keep the bag for Ghislaine?

Frank said never to keep anything.

See you later.

Yes, Louis, yes, Louis...

Who am I to see this afternoon?

Your dear and treasured friend, Mrs Le Quesnoy.

She's got a great arse.

- What did you say? - I like her a lot.

It's quite unforgivable, I didn't go and see Colette as promised.

But I hear she's feeling slightly better.

So, so... What a lovely necklace!

It means a lot to me, it belonged to my grandmother.

And how is Jean and the little family?

Wonderful!

And Bernadette?

Very well, thank you.

Nothing serious, I hope, Marielle?

Just a little check-up, that's all.

Let's have a look.

That'll be all, thank you, Josette.

What are you doing here? You should be at your desk!

Can you please flatten the wings with the damp cloth?

What are you doing here?

- I don't know what to do. - Play with Charlotte.

She went shopping with her mother in Paris.

Why don't we ever go to Paris?

Don't be silly, what would we do in Paris?

Now, find something to do.

I've got nothing to do.

There's always a little something one can do.

Boys, come for a snack! I've made rice pudding.

Super!

Did my little girl sleep well? Go and see Marie-Th rese for a snack.

Where's Bernadette?

Good heavens, Bernadette!

What's the matter with you? Have you gone mad, my child?

You've lost your senses!

Take a look at yourself!

Really, there are times when I just don't understand you.

When He comes back, the sun will be shining

To celebrate He who had invented love

Inside a stable from Mary, He was born

And all men would rejoice for evermore

Jesus come back, Jesus come back

Jesus come back to us

From high on the cross

Show us the way

You who know it so well...

A little smile... And in time, now!

"And then,

"the little white bells

"of the lily of the valley...

"The little white bells of the lily of the valley

"stood up."

- The keys! - What keys?

To the cellar. Where are they?

Make yourselves at home, you Groseilles!

We just wanted to talk to our brother.

And when will you want to come to school?

- We've had the flu. - I hope it's not serious.

No, we're feeling better.

Is that the Labittes and the lmors I see behind the wall?

Like attracts like!

- Tell your parents I'd like to see them. - Why?

If this goes on, no more repeating for you, it'll be the reformatory.

- Our parents are on holiday. - Do you take me for an idiot?

Sit down!

The first one I hear a peep out of...

Mr Petitjean selected a white Bourgogne to drink chilled.

And the canard aux olives just needs 15 minutes in the oven.

That's all.

Enjoy your meal!

My, no holding back here!

A bit young.

What the hell are you doing?

I'm coming.

I'm coming.

You leaving already?

Won't you have a little something to eat?

No, I'm really not hungry.

I'm so pleased, I found the entire Wagner recordings from Bayreuth.

Terrific.

For once I've got two hours free, I'm going home to listen to it.

See you tomorrow, little one.

.. very concerned with family matters...

Beware of financial conflicts that could pose difficulties...

For those under the sign of Leo, it's blue skies all the way!

There's money coming, and above all, a surprise!

- Jesus, my Frank! - Mum...

- your hair. - Do you like it?

- No. - Oh, well.

They let you go.

Let me have a look at you... You're gorgeous!

Happy birthday!

Thank you, children.

Congratulations, son, you've made great progress.

Pierre's worked twice as hard to be ready for today.

One day, he'll be a famous pianist!

That's our Bernadette, always getting carried away!

Here's your present, Daddy.

What can it be?

A life-jacket for the 12-footer. What a splendid idea!

I remembered you lost yours during last summer's race...

Please, no bad memories tonight!

Besides, this one's much better.

No, let me do it.

He seems happy...

Oh, my God.

TO MY BELOVED WlFE

My dear Louis, you must go on.

She would've wanted it that way.

You shouldn't be alone now.

Come and stay with us for a while...

I'll never be able to replace her.

My sincere condolences...

My dear Louis, you must go on!

You shouldn't be alone now. Come and stay with me awhile.

I'll never be able to replace her.

My poor Louis...

You'll never be able to replace her?

Your sorrow was hard to bear at the cemetery.

Today is a red-letter day!

Not only have you lost your dear wife,

but also your career,

your name, your life,

and I'm going to crush you like a piece of shit!

The time has come for you to pay for my suffering,

your promises of marriage, the child you didn 't let me keep,

for all the Christmas Eves I spent alone, crying...

And that Christmas, 12 years ago,

when I cried more than the others.

Remember...

As luck would have it, your dear friend Mrs Le Quesnoy

gave birth the same day as another patient.

You asked me to put them to sleep so they'd shut up, as you say.

I didn 't care, I was happy. It was Christmas, and I was with you.

The birth went well. The children were there...

A miracle!

Have you taken the women back to their rooms?

Of course!

Groseille... Le Quesnoy...

These two certainly aren't starting life on the same footing.

Your wife is asking if you'll join her directly at the party.

Yes, at the party. I've finished here.

You told me we'd spend Christmas Eve together.

Not any more.

You knew before and you didn't tell me?

Listen, don't start again!

But it can't be true!

We'll have other Christmas Eves together.

You're a monster.

That's right, that's right...

I have to go. We'll talk tomorrow.

Be a good girl and look after Mrs Le Quesnoy.

Merry Christmas, Josette.

They'll all pay for this!

Mr Le Quesnoy's just arrived, he'd like to know...

It's a girl.

The bitch!

What a bitch!

What a bitch!

It's nothing...

What's going on?

"Just to say that you've been raising

"a petty bourgeois for 12 years -

"the son of the head of the electricity company,

"Maurice Le Quesnoy.

"Enclosed, as a souvenir, the hospital bracelet."

Jesus, the fuckers!

They've slipped us the son of the electricity company.

An incredible opportunity to make money.

But why?

Why?

Please, Marielle, I beg you, calm down.

Collect yourself.

It's a new test God has sent us.

We must learn to overcome it.

We must prevent the scandal from damaging the two children.

As for Mavial, he has to leave town, it's the best thing.

But why?

Listen, I've thought it over.

We can't deny Maurice the education he was entitled to.

On the other hand, it'd be unreasonable, even criminal

to abandon Bernadette now.

She's our daughter as well, the good Lord gave her to us.

Finally, I feel these people must lead a difficult life.

Financial support from us should arrange a good number of things.

We'll have to play our cards right.

Of course Maurice will be able to see you whenever he likes.

However, we'd rather leave Bernadette out of this for the moment.

If you'd rather...

She's a fragile child, and the shock...

Really, the kid's fragile, huh?

Well, do what's best.

Would you like a drink?

No thank you, Miss.

Here is the 20,000 francs, as agreed.

Didn't we say two million?

Since 1959, two million cents are 20,000 francs, Madam!

I trust you.

Pass me my bag.

And here's Momo!

Where've you been? You're a mess!

Here's your father.

Hello, Maurice.

CONSULTATION BY APPOINTMENT

The subject is

"Court life under Francois I."

You have until the end of the lesson.

It's real silver... Do you think it's worth a lot?

Of course it is, but it's hard to clean.

But how much does it cost?

At least 10,000 francs.

10,000 francs?

So all together, it must be millions!

That's for sure.

Maurice, don't you have anything else to do?

She says it's worth a fortune!

She's exaggerating, you know.

We didn't buy them, they were wedding gifts.

And your grandmother gave us many things.

Go on now, sweetheart, or you'll be late for your English lesson.

Aren't you a bit chubby around the stomach?

I've always been a little heavy there.

Maybe my skirt's making me bulge.

Mathieu, your plate please.

Not too much.

It's full of phosphorus.

Why?

If you drink cold right after the hot soup,

the enamel on your teeth will crack.

OK.

Look how pretty it is!

Maurice put it in the Sunday bowl.

And it's not Sunday!

I think it's nicer when the bowl's in silver.

There are bones...

Your plate, Maurice...

I took them all out.

I didn't tell you, Miss Esberard asked for early retirement.

Really?

Why did your big brother go to prison?

He'd stolen so we could eat.

It's not fair to go to prison for that.

I know.

Doesn't your father work?

My father had his stomach ripped out by a grenade in Algeria.

And your mother?

She's got so much work at home - washing, cleaning, the two kids,

and my father's bandages to change every three hours...

My mother sang all the time... She wanted to be a singer.

Me too!

Won't you ever see them again?

It would be too painful for them.

Go and ask Mum, Maurice.

- Where's Mum? - In the bathroom.

What did she say?

Yes.

She said yes.

Sleep tight, big boy.

Dr Schweitzer!

He was a man of great courage, who had an extraordinary life.

Thanks for the gift.

It's really lovely.

Good night.

Sleep tight, children.

- This is... - The centre-board.

- And this? - The tiller.

This?

The rudder. And this is the jib sheet!

Good! And we never sail without...

..a life-jacket.

Now we can play.

Would any of you hard workers like some juice?

Here you are, Granny...

Thank you, my child, you're so kind!

A little pastry?

Let's go and play! I'm with Maurice.

This time, he's with us.

You're the oldest.

Maurice reminds me of Jean when he was young,

serious and obliging.

It's a miracle how he's adjusted so quickly.

If you only knew what Jean and I went through at the beginning!

And with his brothers and sisters?

They adore each other.

And they don't ask too many questions any more?

No, they really believed what we said about the adoption.

It was a lie that cost us a lot, but there was no other way.

A white lie.

That was Maurice and Jean's idea, to spare Bernadette.

That's wonderful.

If you knew how I've prayed...

I know... I know.

You're very brave.

Come here!

All your brothers and sisters were given a medal and chain.

I've never been able to give you yours.

Now, it's done.

I'm making up for lost time.

Look at that, the Groseilles are rolling in it!

They must've sold Momo.

Don't say things like that!

Don't forget, pick me up at 1:30 tomorrow for the movies.

- But it's still Wild And Beautiful. - I'll see it again, I love animals.

And last time there were people talking, I hate that!

Look at that lazy bitch!

Taking a taxi to the supermarket... and flirting with the driver!

She's so vulgar!

I forbid you to play with the Groseille girl!

When he came into Jerusalem,

the whole town was troubled...

They asked, "Who is this man?!"

And the crowd replied, "He's Jesus of Nazareth, the prophet!"

What's wrong, my child?

You're not feeling well, Maurice?

- I have a stomach ache. - Do you want to go home?

Yes, please.

- Should your brother go with you? - No, that's all right.

I'd rather he stayed, so I can catch up on the lesson later.

Are you sure you can go home alone?

I get this now and then, it's not serious.

Stop bawling!

It's amazing how that changes him...

and he looks so cute.

If she doesn't make him normal again, I'll file a complaint!

OK, sweetheart,

turn him back into an Arab, that's what his dad wants.

I don't have any black.

I prefer him as an Arab! The sooner the better!

He's so sweet, shame he can't stay like that.

OK, OK...

Things are prospering around here...

with one less mouth to feed!

What do you mean?

- You don't come to my shop now. - The supermarket's better.

You're all ungrateful!

The only good one here was Momo and he's gone!

Momo... my Momo!

Get out of it, Hamed. Can't you see you've upset her?

Rubbish!

You'll see, dirty coon, my Frank will kick your arse...

and stick your green card up it! Now throw him out with his blondie!

Bullshit! Bullshit!

- Finished your work? - I'm recopying my maths.

I've found your medal and chain under your pillow...

That's no place for it.

There must be room in one of your drawers.

There was also a large amount of money.

It's my savings, from before.

You really have quite a lot!

We spent nothing at the Groseille's, they're so poor.

We'll talk about it with your father, if you want.

But it'd be better to put it in a savings account.

I'd rather keep it with me.

As you prefer, Maurice.

But think about it, all your brothers and sisters have an account.

It's very handy, you know.

We'll talk about it later.

Bitch!

Where have you put the mugs and egg cups?

Where they belong, I haven't touched them.

If I ask you it's because they're not there.

But Madame, I swear!

Don't swear, Marie-Th rese!

Never mind... Now I remember, I put them away.

Go and finish the dishes.

That's better.

I almost didn't recognise you...

- It's my haircut. - That must be it.

- You OK? - The family says hello.

- Is that a new jacket? - Not bad, huh?

It looks great.

We bought it.

Bought it?

So...

why the visit?

Well, you know...the Le Quesnoys...

they haven't given us much.

We're skint.

Any ideas?

Marcelle Groseille speaking...

I want to thank Mr Le Quesnoy for giving us the electricity free.

Really, it's much too kind...

You know, life gets harder and harder.

Actually, we miss Momo a lot.

It's much harder than we thought.

Without mentioning that he helped out a lot!

We miss him.

Twice as much?

Oh, yes, at least twice as much as before.

So, it'd be nice if Mr Le Quesnoy...

And there, what is it?

A fur coat, to protect against the cold.

And what's that cat?

Are you sure it's the best thing to do?

We've already talked it over 20 times.

I know, I'm sorry.

Let's try our luck with a translation.

You're daydreaming, Maurice!

It's my turn, my turn!

From the Baker's family...

I want the son.

Damn it, I'll never manage to make one family!

- How much is there? - Four, plus the sugar pot.

Come on, let's see it.

Don't worry, there'll be more. And tell Hamed.

See you!

- Do you know them? - Yeah.

Are they from Moulin de la Vierge?

Don't say "yeah"! So they're poor people?

- Yeah, they're poor. So? - I don't like poor people.

Really, you don't like poor people?

But you're poor too.

Daddy's the head of the electricity company!

My dad, not yours.

You're stupid.

You're the stupid one.

Don't you get it?

We were born the same day...

If I tell you a secret,

will you promise not to tell anyone?

Miss Br mont introduced her fianc to me, he seems very nice.

He's finishing up his medical studies in Lille.

His name is Schermann, I believe.

Children, eat your soup while it's warm.

Schermann...he must be Jewish?

You may be right, but he's quite charming.

They intend to get married in the autumn.

They'll probably take that wonderful apartment, on Rue de la R publique.

I'm so happy for her,

she's never had much luck, up until now...

Go on home alone, I've got something to do.

- Mummy won't be happy! - Mind your own business!

Some bouillabaisse would be great.

Wouldn't it be better to be on the Riviera?

It'd give us a little honeymoon... What do you say?

Here comes the creep!

Who does she think she is, with her repulsive face!

You hit it, Toc-Toc!

You old slut!

I'd wham her a fast one!

Look who's here...

You're a doll, you know...

great hair-do!

She looks like a little Roselyne...

Come closer, we won't bite.

Who's she?

Bernadette, your big sister!

Stop fiddling with your pen, Mathieu. Make an effort.

It's not that difficult...

The participle is in agreement when the object of the verb comes...

before the auxiliary verb...

Since when do you leave Emmanuelle alone without telling me?

Bernadette, I order you to open this door! Enough of this, now!

Open up immediately!

Jean, please...

Can I help you, Dad?

I'll speak to her.

Don't be upset by the fact she won't speak to you.

It's already a good thing that she's willing to see the maid.

She's in a state of shock, she needs a lot of rest.

Even if she won't eat, don't worry.

But what concerns me...

is this obsession with cleanliness.

Does she wash often?

All day long, Doctor!

The drugs I prescribed should calm her.

I'll also give you a light tranquilizer,

to help you get through this difficult time.

Bernadette, you can open up, it's me.

Who's "me"?

Marie-Th rese!

I want some rice pudding, Mummy!

Marie-Th rese didn't have time to make it.

Eat your pain d' pice, you usually love it.

I want some rice pudding!

It's the third time today she's asked me to change her sheets!

Children, go and have your snack in the garden.

She wants another bath, and she'll only drink milk...

This has been going on for a week now!

If this keeps going, she'll keel over!

And I don't know what you've done to her, but she hates you!

Spare me your thoughts on the matter, if you'd be so kind.

But she thinks I'm great.

But how did she find out?

Maurice, maybe.

That's impossible, Maurice wouldn't hurt a fly.

Why does she hate us so much?

Marielle, try to understand.

She lived in a calm family, well-balanced, without problems.

We did everything for her happiness.

Then she learns she's from that sordid, repulsive, filthy milieu,

with siblings each more retarded than the next! A nightmare!

We have to comfort her with all our love and tenderness.

Let's be patient.

It's already a miracle that Maurice survived that slum.

You know, Dad, I won't be able to go with you on Sunday.

I'm invited to the Groseilles' for lunch.

"Groseille", what a name!

Of course, Maurice.

It's always been understood that you can go there when you like.

In fact, I'm pleased that you've spoken to us about it.

Momo... my little Momo!

I'm so happy! You can't imagine how happy I am!

Have a pear, they're very sweet.

Come here now.

Latifa, it's Momo! She's going to be so pleased!

Look how handsome he is!

Momo's back!

- How's it going? - Better.

In the beginning, I was worried. People said you'd been sold.

Luckily, I got your news from the Labittes.

They say you live like a prince now.

You've changed, that's for sure.

Did you bring me something?

It's for the family.

Don't worry, for you I have a gold mine.

Really?

Speaking of gold mines, the insurance will pay for the car.

- See, it was a good idea. - Yes, but we put in too much.

I'm deaf in my right ear now. But you'll get your reward.

Great!

What's he doing at Hamed's?

Makes you wonder who his family is!

Momo, look at you!

Where did you get the haircut?!

You don't mind displaying your wares, then?

Hurry up or she'll have a heart-attack.

Momo, my little boy! At last!

What is this horrible thing?

It's not horrible. It's from a little girl that Maurice knows.

- Did you give her something? - A Bella doll with blond hair.

The one you got for Christmas?

It's a good deed to give to poor little girls.

Throw that filthy thing away!

Come with us, we're going for a swim.

I haven't finished yet. Going to the pool?

No, to the Deule River.

The Deule?

Yes, near Ile aux Oiseaux.

NO SWIMMING

So you're Momo's big brother?

I'm Roselyne, his ex-sister.

The one everyone...

He can be such a child!

So we're kind of related...

Do you mind if undo my top? Otherwise I get marks.

It's a wonder she keeps the bottom on!

It's funny I've never met you in town.

Not going to wear your trunks?

It's lager.

- Are there any snacks? - Beer!

That's what there is.

Your skin is baby-soft.

He's completely plastered!

Paul, you're the eldest. I don't understand... It's madness.

Taking your little brother who can hardly swim, can't you see?

And you, what went through your head?

Mathieu's injured!

It's nothing.

Since when are you a doctor?

Breathe!

Again!

- Up to your rooms, and take a bath! - We've just had one.

Don't you recognise me?

I'm Roselyne, Momo's ex-sister.

Of course I recognise you.

But Maurice isn't here.

I haven't come to see Maurice.

I've come to see Paul. I fancied going to the cinema.

Paul isn't here either.

Never mind...

I was just passing by.

Could you tell him I called round?

Goodbye.

You've got a great view...

Facing south, right?

Open up, it's Marie-Th rese.

Here's your milk, dear Bernadette.

You're as stupid as your mother!

Speaking of mothers, yours told me to say hello.

They're not my family! They're ugly, dirty, poor and stupid!

Don't say that, your mother's sad you're ill.

And when you're better, you can move into your room there.

It's a real gem!

How could you have concealed the truth for five months?

- I knew your stomach had become larger. - But I swear...

I've never slept with a boy!

Don't swear, please!

Try to remember, you must've gone out with a boy once?

I swear, I've never gone out with a boy.

I never go out with boys.

Don't swear!

You must've gone to a dance once?

I swear, I never go to dances.

Stop swearing!

Maybe they made you drink?

Don't shout!

I never drink.

But it's impossible!

Madam, I swear...

I'm expecting a baby, that's for sure,

but I've never slept with a boy.

Well, go on home. I have enough troubles at the moment,

and I don't need your lies.

But Mummy, why are you shouting?

Maybe she's not lying. Maybe she's like the Virgin Mary?

Listen, that'll do!

Mummy, I don't want to upset you.

I know... I'm tired, do you understand?

Enough is enough, I don't deserve this.

Mummy, you have to learn how to suffer.

The good Lord is testing us.

Christ also suffered for us on the cross.

Life is not a long, quiet river, Mummy.

What day is it?

Five o'clock.

Oh, baby, you're really too cute.

Again!

I can't any more.

It's not very comfortable here, with all these twigs sticking into me.

Shame you don't have a car.

Couldn't you take your father's?

I don't have a licence.

Doesn't matter, no one does.

Again!

OK, but it's the last time.

Everything OK? Did you look after Bernadette?

She went for a walk.

A walk?

What do you mean, a walk?

Yes. With a knapsack and some snacks.

Your ticket, Miss.

I don't have a ticket.

Where are your parents?

I don't have parents, I'm an orphan.

Is this your daughter?

They're not my parents.

She's very tired...

Come along...

Come along, Bernadette.

The slobs, they've ripped my kitchen apart making their crepes!

Easy does it! Watch out there! Stop it!

More, more!

I've already made 34, that's the last.

Mummy will be furious, we've just had Pancake Day in June.

They found her quickly.

- It's a miracle. - They even took Mr Holy Spirit to help.

Try to be charitable.

Bernadette's all dirty!

And who's going to do the washing again?

Marie-Th rese!

Francois Mauriac said,

"Even with a difficult heredity, what is heredity after all?"

Tonight Professor Mendes and his guests will respond to this question

in the debate following the film...

Come here for a minute.

- Where are you going? - Out with some friends.

- What do you mean, out? - I can go to the movies, I'm 16!

What's the matter with you? You could've told your mother!

Show me your wrists.

- What are these, please? - They're wristbands.

- What for? - Trail-biking.

And where is the bike?

I intend to work this summer

and use my savings to buy one.

- What about your canoeing session? - I'm not going any more.

You're going mad!

- Damn it, I'm 16! - Maybe, but you can still be polite.

I am polite.

We'll talk about that later. Tomorrow's another day.

I've made up my mind!

Listen Marielle, you're worn out.

You'll go to Touquet tomorrow with Bernadette and Marie-Th rese.

I'll join you with the kids as soon as their lessons finish.

You're very beautiful these days.

You're giving me a hard-on, Marielle.

What are you going to do with ski stuff at the beach?

I still know what I'm doing!

Have you seen my sweets?

What's wrong now?

I don't like it, I like Mummy's.

It's the same thing. Even better.

- Think of those who don't eat! - They're lucky!

That's enough!

Where are you going?

To make a ketchup sandwich.

- What's going on now? - They won't play with me!

- Where are your brothers? - In the garage, with friends.

They're sniffing glue.

They're sniffing glue?

What the hell is going on here?

It's Monday, ravioli day!

There you go, Toc-Toc. This way, you won't need a hem.

Go on, Momo, do Mr Le Quesnoy for us again!

Now you can drink, Emmanuelle.

If you drink cold right after hot, the enamel on your teeth will crack!

What a clown!

And is the mother a good lay?

Is yours?

Tomorrow we go to the seaside for a month.

For a month?

These guys are loaded!

They should give us a loan of their pad next year.

Actually, Touquet is a bit chilly.

I'd prefer the Riviera.

No problem. I promise you the Riviera next year.

You're a sweetheart, Momo.

Jesus, I'm smashed.

I'm knackered.

I'm off to bed.

We'll clean up tomorrow.

Sleeping here, Momo?

No, I'm going back.

Hi, my friend! How's it going? Want some mint tea?

Got to get back, we're off early tomorrow.

- Where to? - On holiday.

- Where's that? - Touquet. At my grandmother's.

- See you, Hamed! - Bye. Have a good trip.

Touquet...at my grandmother's!

Good night, darling.

Don't be sad, a month isn't very long.

I won't wash so I'll keep your smell on me.

Where are the papers for this moped?

At home.

What do you take us for, idiots?

And what are you doing on the streets at this hour?

I was at some relatives', I'm going home.

- What's your name? - Maurice Le Quesnoy-Groseille.

Is that all? Where do you live?

78, Avenue General Leclerc.

That's on the other side of town! You must be lost.

No, no, I know my way back.

Don't hang around here, it's not safe. Head on home now.

Yes, officer. Thanks. Good night.

Good night, my boy.