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TO HAVE, OR NOT

I like talking to people,

but not asking about their lives.

I hate knowing what goes on in their lives.

And your greatest quality?

I don't see any in myself.

Are you sure?

Maybe generous,

but otherwise, I don't see any others.

What made you choose this?

What drew you to this profession?

Do you have a dream? Wanted to do something else?

No. Being a receptionist was always my dream.

My boss was very pleased with me.

Do you know the new Alcatel T-7000

with line switching?

Not really.

It was pretty basic...

- Old school? - Yes.

- Aren't you scared? - No.

If someone explains, I'll catch on quick. I hope.

I worked at the Gemer fish factory for three weeks.

- What is it? - A fish processing plant.

- What was your job? - Handler.

- Assembly line? - Yes.

How was it?

I was in the basket section, packing them.

Then they pack them into boxes.

- Is there a rhythm to follow? - Yes, on the line,

if we fall out of sync, we get lost.

- What are you thinking about? - Nothing.

I'm too focused on my work.

Being a dancer at the Lido, something like that.

Why don't you keep trying?

Right now, I can't move away

or change my life.

Meanwhile, I need to make a living.

As a receptionist,

what specific skills can you bring?

That's a very good question. Thank you for asking.

You're being hard on me.

Right now, to keep myself busy,

I'm working as a volunteer secretary.

What do you do?

Humanitarian work aiming to help people,

young people, welfare recipients, the unemployed, with their letters,

to support them through hard times.

If you had a dream career, what would it be?

To move to Canada and open a shop,

something lively.

I'd hire lots of upbeat people.

- Why Canada? - It's a country I'm interested in.

- Why? - Because...

Now that's personal.

I know it's hard, but you'll find work again.

Cigarette?

You have skills. You're young.

Try retail. It's easier to get into.

- How much? - Pardon?

Severance pay.

Enough to get by for a while.

Get in. Boss said I should drive you home.

Why me? What about the others?

Others are finishing their shift.

I'll wait for the bus.

Don't stay out in the cold. Get in.

I started when the father was in charge.

I was in skinning, like you. Filling bins.

After a while

the damp got to my joints and they gave out.

You must know how it is.

Then I became a personal driver. It's good.

Much quieter.

I need to talk to you.

I had to tell you...

We're in deep trouble.

They're laying me off for financial reasons.

Wait. I wasn't finished.

So...

I bought champagne.

Right, you don't drink champagne.

Let's celebrate.

Celebrate with me.

Let's dance then.

Come on, let's dance.

Come on.

You're a dancer.

I need to talk to you.

I don't know how to tell him.

You should talk to him.

Don't disappear like that.

If I go back, I know what'll happen.

He'll take advantage of it

and bring up the baby thing again.

Goodbye.

I hear having kids is the thing to do.

- Goodbye. - Goodbye, Mrs. Huguette.

Here.

Did you see I got a new dress?

To tell him the news.

It's great.

It looks really good on you.

I wasn't going to stay there for ten years

and become like those girls...

Their arms are deformed from the same motion.

I was sick of being cold.

Wait for me at the bench.

Watch out, don't step in there.

Who do these belong to?

A neighbor from block C.

She'll pick them up at 6.

What will you do?

I'll look for something else.

Remember the Thomas boy?

He went to a top school.

He's an engineer, I think.

He can't find work.

What will you do with your diploma?

If I'd listened to you, I wouldn't even have it.

- We didn't stop you from studying. - You never encouraged me.

Let's go.

Who wants cake? Who wants a snack?

Studying to be a singer is pointless.

Did you hear your voice?

And yours, did you hear it?

You'll burn yourself out smoking like that.

I like your voice. It's ten times nicer than mine.

Having means isn't just about money.

It can be about trust.

Want me to say we were wrong?

It's pointless.

I'll say it if you want.

Would you like a cake?

No, thanks.

I'm thirsty.

Watch out.

- Good thing Denis is there. - I just left him.

Actually,

I was wondering if I could stay with you

until I find a room.

You don't waste time.

I liked Denis.

He likes you too.

I smoke lights now.

It's better.

Did you talk to the union?

Tell them what?

I haven't paid my dues in two months.

No wonder things are bad, you don't care about anything.

Even couples don't last.

It's not about time, you don't get it.

Mine lasts and it's good.

You're a bad example.

Couples don't stay together 30 years anymore.

- 28. - Same thing.

I don't know anyone who'd stay with me for 28 years.

It doesn't just happen. It takes work.

Remember that line from your mother's bedside book:

"In moments of true courage, no one will be there to see"

Yes, I remember.

Less work for her now that you're back.

Yeah, right.

I'm a girl.

We're a hundred girls, but we're all one girl.

It's my job, I can't help it.

Are you going to break down every time?

That's right, damn it! Sorry.

How far would you go to get this job?

Very far. That's where you're wrong.

I'm answering like this because I need this job.

- Why do you need it? - I need money.

Why?

I want to do things,

leave this crappy town

and move out of my parents' place.

Things aren't good at home.

What are your dreams and hopes?

I have big hopes.

I want to save money, to be able

to express myself, do what I want to do.

- What's your dream? - I want to sing.

- Sing what? - Songs. "Sing what?"

- Can you sing? - Yes.

I don't want to sing just like that.

What can you sing?

I can sing songs in English.

Will you sing something?

No.

Well.

Why do you resist everything?

If you want me to sing,

just ask and I will.

Do I want to sing in front of you? No.

But if you ask me to,

because I want this job.

If it affects whether I get hired, I'll sing.

You'll do anything?

I'm willing to sing. Some things I'll do.

I'm ready to sing for you. What should I sing?

I don't know. Go ahead.

OK, I'll sing.

It's intimidating, in front of you.

Doesn't mean I can't sing.

It's fine. Thank you.

We'll call you in a week.

I'm a conscientious worker.

I'm not perfect.

Don't worry. I need to think about it.

Excuse me.

Do you sleep with Christophe often?

Why are you asking me that?

- Usually. - What do you mean usually?

- Would you like sauce? - Yes, ketchup.

I don't know, it depends.

- Why? - I never feel like it with Denis.

Yet with Serge, I always wanted to.

With Denis, less so. That way round bothered me less.

Wait, Serge...

Even Serge...

You're better with him than alone.

No, it's worse.

Make do with the circumstances.

Circumstances aren't love.

You look exhausted.

Come sleep at my place, we'll see tomorrow.

No, I'll be in the way.

- Come with me. Let's get out of here. - It's too late.

Go home. They're waiting for you.

It's not what we imagined, but you must have forgotten.

I haven't forgotten, but this isn't a novel.

Come on. It's late.

I'm leaving.

Coming? It's cold.

- Hello. - Hello.

Do you have...

- Do you have piña colada? - What's that?

Rum with coconut.

Yes, I can make that.

- How much? - All cocktails: 50 francs.

- Just coffee then. - Coffee.

Need a waitress?

No. Business isn't good.

- Maybe later. - Later will be too late.

Thanks.

Good evening.

We've met before.

I was the one who interviewed you.

Yes.

- Are you waiting for someone? - No.

Can I join you?

If you want.

Let me buy you a drink to make up for it.

Would you like something better than this awful coffee?

A glass of champagne?

- Yes, champagne. - Here you go.

Two glasses of champagne.

Shall we sit? It'll be more comfortable.

Yes.

I hope you're not too upset

that I didn't follow up...

It's always hard.

I know. The crisis, the minister...

Anyway, I'm not cut out

for uniforms and lipstick.

See? That's good.

Are you OK though?

Let's drink to your future and love.

I don't like wishes.

We hope and wait, but nothing ever happens.

Best not to expect anything.

Your whole life's ahead. You can still hope.

For me, it's over, obviously.

I just need to let myself drift away.

I'm down to Perrier now. But this is much better.

What matters is the present.

That's what's important, living in the moment.

- To the here and now. - Yes, if you say so.

I'm sorry, excuse me.

Hello?

No.

I'm in a meeting. I'll call you back, OK?

Everything's fine. I'll call back.

Sorry. These things follow you everywhere, it's hell.

To your past and mine.

To lies and betrayals.

I don't know. To France Telecom

and modern communication, let's say.

Right. To France Telecom.

- Tell me... - Yes?

Still looking for work?

Thanks to you, yes.

Don't say that, that's unfair.

I'm not worried

about you.

You have many good qualities.

- Yeah, right. - No, I'm never wrong.

My instincts are always right.

What you need is to leave this place.

Leave old fogies like me behind. Yes, leave,

head for the open sea, far away.

The open sea.

Shall we go?

Where to?

Wherever you want.

You haven't seen it all.

Nice music. What is it?

Beautiful, isn't it?

It's nice, but sad.

No, you're the one who's sad.

- Did you win? - Yes.

Same people always win.

Lucky at cards...

- Are you a communist? - No, not at all.

Right. You're too young.

Is that what you like?

I'm the one in charge, got it?

What are you going to do?

I don't know.

Here. Just in case. Might be useful.

- What's wrong, Bruno? - You OK?

Wait, I didn't touch you. Bruno!

Come on, stop. I didn't touch him.

- He's fine. Getting up. - Don't be stupid. You OK?

Yeah, I'm fine.

Where are you going?

Back there.

Come on.

Hey handsome. Coming?

200 for a blowjob, 400 for sex, just for you.

Coming with me, honey?

Come on. It's cold. Let's warm up at my place.

- How much? - 400.

OK.

You don't look very happy.

15 minutes with protection, whatever you want.

What do you like?

Want me to tie you up?

I can play your mother, if you want. Love your mom?

Or your sister. Is she mean?

I can hurt you if you want.

I can be the man, if you want.

Is that what you want?

Lie down.

It's over, Bruno.

No.

- Can I use the phone, sir? - Go ahead. It's there.

It's me.

Hi.

What are you doing?

Nothing. I'm home.

Yes.

That's all you have to say?

Yes. I had so much to tell you before.

You weren't interested back then.

Now I am.

It's too late now.

Even say mean things, insults.

Better than nothing.

You jerk! Loser! Bastard! Asshole!

Asshole! I can't do it.

But that's what you're thinking, right?

Yeah, but I don't care.

I'm not asking much. Do it for me.

You're a pain.

Not bad.

Can I come in?

Why?

I was thinking... We're both here alone. Seems silly, right?

I'm fine.

Right. You're fine.

You're perfect. You never need anyone.

You're just a pathetic loser!

See, that was better. When you try, you can do it.

I really can't come?

Sex just to keep warm isn't enough.

Could I have another one, sir?

You've had enough. Pay up.

Go home.

Nobody's there. I'm all alone.

That's no reason to drink like a fish.

You'll get sick and no one will help you.

Is someone waiting for you?

Finish your drink and go home.

Won't you have one with me?

I don't drink. Go home.

I don't want to go home.

Nothing left to drink.

It's over. Go home.

That's it.

Ladies, would you like a drink?

No, thanks.

- Sure? - Yes.

I've been alone for too long.

Yes?

- Is it not possible? - Sorry.

Want to get a drink?

No.

- Sure? - Absolutely sure.

I can't take it...

No means no.

- Please. - Do you know what that means?

- Do you understand? - Things are tough right now.

Things are tough for me too.

Perfect. I'm here all night.

Yes, at the hotel.

Will you call me?

No, don't call. It's fine, he's here.

OK. I'll call you back. Bye.

Where were you? I tried calling.

I can't go home.

Just stay here. My uncle's in Morocco.

You can sleep in my room.

You sure?

Good evening, Mr. Jourdain.

Don't bother, I know the way.

- Goodbye. - Good night.

Yes. We'll take care of you. Get you an internship.

Just remember: life is beautiful.

How do you say that in Moroccan?

"Life is beautiful"? We don't really say that.

You can say it, but it means nothing.

Just my luck.

You can say that again.

In Morocco, Muslims say "God willing."

Damn! Did you see that?

What a punch he threw!

- What's his name? - The guy on the ground?

Look, he's getting up.

If he hits me like that, I won't get up.

Do you love me?

What's wrong with you? He's crazy.

What would you do for me?

- How far would you go for me? - I don't know. Depends.

OK.

We won't get far like this.

Good thing I don't need anyone.

You know what Larry Holmes said when he was champ?

He said it was hard being Black

and he felt it most when he was poor.

Sometimes I feel Black.

You must be the only Black guy cops don't stop.

I feel white and they always give me shit.

Good evening.

- Any rooms available? - Yes. For one person?

Yes,

with a shower and a large bed.

That's asking a lot. I'll see what I can do.

I can give you room 24. It has a shower but a small bed.

If you're alone, that's fine.

How much is it?

I can do 200 for you.

Anything cheaper?

It's normally 255. I'm giving you a special rate.

- Really? - Yes.

Alright.

We'll sort out breakfast.

- How long are you staying? - I don't know. It depends.

Maybe two weeks, maybe less.

Hopefully not longer.

- Is that OK? - Yes, it is.

I'll give you the key.

It's on the second floor.

- Shall I show you up? - No thanks.

- Are you sure? - I'm fine, thanks.

Bruno, get up.

Come on, wake up!

Why are you fully dressed?

Why are you yelling so early?

It's 7:30. Time to get up.

Feeling down?

- No, I'm fine. - Your face says otherwise.

Come on, get up and get to work.

Nothing better to clear your mind.

I'm in great shape.

Don't fall back asleep.

I won't come back up. I have things to do.

See you later.

Hi.

Oh no!

I can't believe it! He's at it already.

What's the news?

Don't pretend you care.

- You're really late. - Where's your brother?

He had an appointment.

Make yourself at home.

He said you could sleep here tonight.

So you don't want to go home?

Feeling better?

Sorry, excuse me.

Thinking about vacation after the job?

I don't know. Not really.

We had a flood last night.

I'll tell you what:

when this job's done, I'm off to the Caribbean.

Two months in the sun.

- What about you? - I don't know yet.

Good evening. Do you have a room?

Very funny.

- Are you alone? - Yes.

- Have you seen Joseph? - No. Isn't he with you?

I've had enough. I do my job, I won't do his too.

- Why are you complaining? - Speaking of complaining,

I found something for you.

"The world is rotten.

"You have to pretend not to care

"and walk with those who really don't.

"Or you'll sink."

- Not bad, right? - Which side are you on?

I claim the world could change,

but I don't do much about it.

What do you want to do?

At least I'm not just standing here watching time go by.

I'm searching.

Stop.

Look no further, we're here.

Two for the price of one. Good deal.

- Yes? - Rooms 18 and 21, please.

18 and 21.

If your brother asks, I'm at the bar.

Try not to sink.

18, 21.

- Hey, man. - Hello, Bruno.

Can I get a whiskey?

- Put it on my tab. - Your tab is full.

I'll sort it out with Joseph.

Thanks.

Go ahead, what do you want to know?

Nothing.

You keep glancing at me.

You look curious.

I was wrong,

you were just staring into space.

Sorry, just forget I said anything.

No, you're right.

I was wondering what you're doing here

in this rundown hotel.

Just enjoying my freedom.

Why? Out of prison?

Yeah, that's right.

No, I just got here. Don't know anyone.

I can drink a super sweet, girly cocktail

I'd never order anywhere else.

Why talk to me if you want to be alone?

Can I have a cigarette?

Thanks.

I'm getting fed up.

I wanted to choose who I talk to.

Why me?

I was really unsure about that guy, he keeps talking about sports.

I know nothing about it. I don't like athletes.

You don't say anything, which is more convenient.

- Don't judge by appearances. - Are you dangerous?

And you?

No, you.

I'm not feeling well today.

How about you?

I'm fine. Feeling pretty good.

Where are you from?

And you?

No, you. Why won't you ever answer?

Because it's not interesting.

There's no point knowing

if I prefer fish or chicken,

where I'm from, who I am.

Even if I answer, we won't know each other better.

Small talk means nothing

when we won't see each other tomorrow.

I don't believe in bar encounters.

No one's asking you to believe.

I just wanted a nice time.

If your thing is not talking,

I won't die from it.

If your thing is ogling girls,

because your mom forbade you to talk to them...

- It's fine. - What's your deal?

You can still find someone else.

Plenty of guys will say and do anything tonight.

Look, those salesmen must be staying here tonight.

You should go talk to them.

They went for drinks, then clubbing.

They'll come back to the hotel

to get laid, with or without protection.

Go on.

Go now.

Fine, I'll leave you to your solitary pleasures.

- You must have seen it. - I'm telling you there was nothing.

Just bottles and cigarette butts.

What am I going to do? I really need it.

- Want me to lend you the money? - Yes. Could you?

- I knew it. - I'll give it back.

- I'm not a bank. - I'll pay you back, I promise.

- What's it for? - It's personal.

No details, no money.

Don't be so nosy. That's not fair!

I'm not being nosy. I care.

It's to pay off a debt. Happy now?

"Quick to borrow, slow to pay."

One day this will end badly.

Don't lecture me. Just lend it, you have it.

I have it? No, I don't. I only have this.

Make do with that and don't come back.

- That's not even 200 francs. - Better than nothing.

I have to go.

Watch out, I just mopped the floor.

Is anyone here?

Where's the revolutionary receptionist?

Everyone's asleep at this hour.

- Would you like coffee? - Will you join me?

I'm not paid to drink coffee. I'm waiting for the revolution.

I'll bring you a hot one.

Have a seat, I'm coming.

You don't look any better this morning.

I have to go after all.

You can't do this to me. I prepared everything.

You can't work on an empty stomach.

Stop, you sound like my mother. I have to go.

Thanks. I'm not old enough to be your mother.

A son like you must be quite a handful.

Go on.

There.

Thank you.

Would you like some coffee?

Yes, please.

Here you go.

Thanks.

- Go ahead. - What?

I'll answer.

Can I have a cigarette?

Thanks.

Sorry, but I need to finish.

What did you want to know?

Nothing, I've moved on.

You were right, it wasn't interesting.

Found anything?

Not much.

What kind of work?

Anything really.

Any degrees?

No. Stopped after high school.

Without an education these days...

We don't always do what we want.

We don't always know what we want.

That's for those who have time to think about it.

True.

I have to go.

- Good luck. - Thanks, you too.

Who's that girl?

- She's weird, isn't she? - No weirder than you.

- Where's she from? - What's wrong with you all?

Ask her.

She wanted to know about you too.

I don't have time to talk.

It's already 8.

Damn! I'll be late.

Yes.

What's on your mind?

What?

I was wondering if you knew any places to go out.

- I'm not from here. - Neither am I.

- Where are you from? - Up north.

And you?

Paris.

I almost stopped in Paris.

I was scared.

What were you afraid of?

That there'd be no room for me.

Why are you here?

For a job.

Me too.

What kind of work?

I'm here to promote a book.

Are you a sales rep?

Not exactly. I wrote it.

Really?

Sure. And I've recorded an album.

Are you a singer?

No, but you don't look like a writer.

And what do you look like?

Like a giraffe, I think.

A tired giraffe.

Would the tired giraffe like to explore the city with me?

No, thanks.

I don't believe in fast-food dating.

You don't believe in much, do you?

Your loss.

Which one? The Belgian girl?

No, the Italian one. It just ended.

That idiot keeps flashing her cash.

I ask for 100 bucks, she won't give it.

And I'd see her again.

We had a fight.

She's pissed I asked for money.

Never mix heart and business.

I'm screwed. I know she can afford it.

Love means helping those you care about.

No more spoiled rich college girls.

That's what you liked, right?

No, I liked her lips.

I'm buying tickets for tomorrow's game

and she hates soccer.

She wanted to take me to a subtitled movie.

Getting girls into soccer...

Don't give me advice. You're no role model.

You'll end up in a monastery. I can see you as a monk.

I'll start an agency with girls who didn't last 2 weeks with me.

We're 28, no girl, no car, no house.

Those are stupid dreams.

Tired of playing the immigrant worker?

Being ready for anything won't get you far.

You're not getting any. You're scared.

- Where are you going? - I'm going home.

Yeah, go home.

You're right. I'm scared.

- What are you doing? - I'm scared shitless.

What's wrong?

Nothing. I can't even tell a girl I love her.

Who is she? Why didn't you tell me?

No one. Just saying.

Stop overthinking. Just go with your gut.

Look at me. Girls fall for me because I keep it simple.

Not the Italian girl, she wasn't right for me,

but I swear, it works every time.

- They're all the same. - Why not the Italian girl?

Because she's not generous.

- It only works with Belgian girls? - That drives me crazy.

It's about generosity, not nationality.

If the Italian woman had been generous, it'd be fine.

I may look like this, but...

- Sex isn't what attracts me. - Your idea of love?

It's tenderness, connection, all that.

It can drive you crazy.

I swear it's true.

Ask the girls, they'll tell you.

Some think I'm a stud, but I'm not.

The flesh is weak.

You're like an addict.

Love at first sight?

No, it's not love at first sight.

It's...

- Just feelings of love. - Yes, something like that.

Moments.

No certainties.

- You see, it's like... - This girl, I think...

I don't know, we're really close.

That's how it is.

When she's not around, you miss her, but you...

I saw it right away.

Often with women,

you think: "Well, it's OK,

"but when we're apart, it feels good."

It hurts but feels good too. Know what I mean?

I don't see her like the others.

I feel like when I talk to her

or tell her things,

it's a mess.

I mess up every time.

If you had the courage to talk to her, what would you say?

I can't sleep.

- What's wrong? - I don't know.

I haven't eaten.

Want me to make you a pizza?

I'll make you a spicy one. Wake you up.

What are you doing? Stop.

Stop it.

- Don't you love me? - No.

- Will you never love me? - You don't love me either.

Am I interrupting? I thought everyone was asleep.

Making pizza? Perfect, we're hungry.

Melancholic and disillusioned

I never played with dolls

Other girls Don't ask questions

They run through streets Dancing and boys

Not so dumb

Must be karaoke night.

Di doo di doo di doo da

Di doo di doo da

Hard to picture myself

Singing di doo di doo da

Di doo di doo da

That one day, it'll happen to me

- There. - Great.

I love how you sing. Amazing for a beginner.

- Will you cut the pizza? - Cut it.

- Watch your tone. - Don't start a fight.

- You don't know my sister? - No.

Helen, queen of defrosting. Marriage material.

He can't even turn on an oven.

Alice, can you cook?

I'm the queen of canned food and rollmops.

No one can beat me at opening jars.

- See! - Weird specialty.

- Pizza? - No, thanks.

I'm not sure I'll marry you.

Me neither.

OK, one-zero.

- You know each other? - Not really.

Yes.

Bruno, my friend, my brother,

junkie, prostitute, former French soccer star.

Right now he's homeless. We're putting him up.

He likes to exaggerate.

He has a great sense of humor.

I knew that.

Did you tell him everything?

Yes, we got to know each other.

I know it can be risky, but we survived.

Who's next? Bruno?

- I can't sing. - Come on, don't be difficult.

- I only know "Black is Black." - I know it. Let's sing together?

Would you like to dance, Alice?

For a flirt

With you

I would do anything

For a flirt

With you

I would do it all

For just one date

For a flirt

With you

For a moment

Just one day

In your arms

For a moment

- It's awful. - No, it's good.

No, it's awful.

I feel dizzy.

- I'm going up to bed. - Are you OK?

- Stay a bit longer. - No.

Good night.

What's wrong with her? I don't know what's gotten into her.

I work tomorrow. I start at 8.

Are you all leaving?

Me too.

That's right. Good night, Arlette.

- Cheers, Mike. - Cheers.

- Sleep well. - Good night.

Want to go see a soccer game?

Soccer's not my thing.

People running after a ball for two hours,

others paying to watch,

I think it's totally stupid.

Oh really.

Sleep well.

What if it's just 90 minutes, tomorrow at 7:30 p.m.?

Well done.

We need to go.

How is it? You like it?

I don't get everything, but it's fine.

Don't you think it's too dangerous?

No, it's fine.

Earlier, I got scared. I thought two guys

would run down and jump them if they missed.

They're supporters, that's what they do.

No need to get upset.

You can't understand.

What position did you play?

I'm like Bruno N'Gotty, number 4.

I'm a defender.

Number 4 isn't doing anything.

Because Lens' forwards aren't attacking.

If they do,

he defends and prevents goals.

- I prefer number 10. - No surprise.

Referee!

- Why did he blow the whistle? - It was offside.

What's offside?

Something girls never understand.

The scarf and cap would suit you.

Just ask.

It's not a problem.

Yes!

Not bad, right?

Are you staying around?

Depends.

If I find work, yes. I'll know tomorrow.

What kind of work?

Waitress at the opera cafeteria.

Would you like that?

Where I'm from, there's no opera.

Will you tell me where you're from?

Maybe.

Are you a soccer player?

Worse, I couldn't even make it.

Why?

Well...

Too small, not strong enough, not fast enough, everything.

In my singing class too,

they said my voice wasn't strong enough, too high-pitched,

that I had no voice.

You sing very well.

After soccer, I yelled too much. I'll lose my voice.

What?

Nothing.

Come on, come on

I'll be back.

- Are you in line? - No, go ahead.

Corinne, can you hear me?

Did you see that guy upstairs?

He drives me crazy!

You should try to find out.

Marco, I'm going up.

Are you OK?

Are you sick?

Are you feeling ill?

Am I making you feel this way?

What do you want? What are you after?

What do you mean?

You need to know what you want from me now.

No, I don't know. We don't know yet.

I need to know. I don't want to get hurt for nothing.

No one wants to suffer.

That's why I left,

because of people like you who won't take risks

but want everything.

Your life is grim. It's sad.

What about yours? Isn't it grim?

I don't know. It's normal.

It's not great, but it's OK 30 seconds a day.

Multiply by 70 years,

not bad, right?

Men die before women.

Fine, go die then. It stinks here anyway.

I'm out of here.

What are you doing here alone?

- Got a cigarette? - Yes.

What happened?

Nothing.

Did the game get you in this state?

I'm a great champion.

You'll hear about me again.

I run across France with a backpack.

- Bruno, get up. My turn. - Already?

Remember Marianne?

- Valérie's friend. - Who?

The one with glasses we thought was plain.

She's hot now. We went for drinks.

Her dad's a businessman who switched to golf.

She invited me to dinner. I won't even tell you.

There were utensils everywhere, I didn't know which ones to use.

I copied what she did to be safe.

I thought I was going to pay the bill.

She says: "No, it's on me." I put up a weak protest.

Know how she paid?

With a Gold card. I don't even have a savings account.

It made me sick. She invites me for a drink at her place.

Her dad pays for her studies and apartment.

So I tell her: "My father owns several hotels.

"I manage this one."

Total BS. Then suddenly, she transforms:

she turns into a tigress.

She jumps on me,

tears off my clothes, pins me to the wall.

I was going crazy.

She kisses me all over.

I take her on her desk. It was amazing.

Then she says I'm great. She was crazy about me.

She wants me to meet her parents.

I told her: "Wait, not now."

- You OK? - I'm fine.

Champagne? On the house.

Yes, please.

What are we celebrating?

One less unemployed person in France.

Beautiful day.

Good evening.

Good evening, gentlemen. Champagne?

Right away.

- Can I get two glasses? - Nice family.

Are we celebrating, Cécile?

Yes, we're celebrating Alice's departure.

Yeah. Let's have a drink.

- Any left? - Sure.

You always know the good stuff.

Got to enjoy it.

- Annette? - Wait, not too much.

It's...

Everyone served?

To Alice. Good luck, Alice.

- Cheers. - Thanks.

I'd also like to wish you good luck.

- Thanks. - You're welcome.

- Congratulations. - Thanks.

Mike, got anything to eat?

We'll miss you.

It was nice having you here.

You must be happy you found a place.

Is Bruno not here?

- I don't know. - Did he go home?

You don't know?

That'd be good. Means he's better.

His mind's in turmoil.

I have to go.

Michel's waiting. Love!

Promise you'll visit us again?

Yes.

You're up early. I prepared your bill.

As promised, I didn't charge for breakfast.

Thanks.

Where will you stay?

With a girl I work with.

It'll be different from here.

Good you found something so fast. Happy?

I don't know. I think so.

Say goodbye to the others for me,

to your sister, Mike and Annette

and the soccer player.

He's gone again. I don't know where.

His loss.

I'll tell him what he missed.

Not much.

- Need help? - No, thanks.

- Goodbye. - Goodbye.

Ideal Hotel.

Yes, speaking. What is it?

When?

Is it serious? I'm coming.

Helen?

What are you doing? You're crazy.

Look at that.

See how it's cut? Give it to me, I'll do it.

Lucky it wasn't more serious.

- Does it hurt here? - No. Are you alone?

No, Joseph's waiting downstairs. He felt faint when we got here.

It's the hospital. Always affects him this way.

Can we go now?

Yes, fine. Wait, look at me.

The girls won't be happy.

I need to talk to you.

I'm busy working.

Wait, I have a letter to read you.

No, I have customers to serve.

It won't take long.

What happened to you?

I sorted my stories into three lists.

First is the sex list, with lots of names

and a few good times. The rest is fake, empty.

Second is the Canada Dry list.

Looks like love, tastes like it, but it's nothing,

just weakness of heart and lust.

Just petty stuff, nothing truly beautiful.

No certainty, no real risks.

The third is what others call love.

It's empty for now. No name.

I never dared tell anyone.

- Did you hear? - One day no, another yes.

You go to the hairdresser and fall into his arms.

You're too complicated for me,

too poor. A worker!

I don't know what to hope for.

I wonder why I came all this way.

Look at yourself.

You're shabby, with no future. Just like me.

We're not much alike.

No.

I like having coffee in the morning.

I'm out.

Bad start.

We have two options: either we part ways now

or we go get coffee somewhere.

Then let's part ways.

Come on, let's get coffee.

A FILM BY LAETITIA MASSON