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INNOCENCE and DESIRE

It's a song for the martyrs, not a song of praise. Now... from the beginning.

- It's a sin, but I still dream about meat stew. - What do you have against pasta?

Why is it called Concilio? I don't understand.

That's a controversial subject.

The beautiful breasts of saints, sweet as golden honey.

Pray for us, father!

Your devotion and your sacrifice...

... will be rewarded.

Those of the Church are close to God, and united by Christ's sacrifice.

You are baptized for your sins, against the day you die and are reborn in the cross.

The bride enters into holy matrimony in a union sanctified by the blood of Christ.

The sacrifice of your lives will save those lost in sin.

The sacriment of baptism...

...is a symbol of our deep inner bond with Jesus.

- We'll stop there for today. - What are you doing ?

Study these sacred chapters well, because there will be a test in our next class.

Get up, Tonino Niscemi ! You should be ashamed, you simpleton !

You must be admonished ! I'm sending you to the director.

He'll know how to handle you...

What were you doing in class, Tonino ? The Church needs disciplined soldiers.

You can't control your urges.

You are out of control.

That's why I'm sending you home, Tonino.

There among your family you can examine your conscience, and decide if you want to go on.

"Your son has been granted a vacation during which he must think on his spiritual condition."

- No way, the priest that I... - What?

Then he says that...

- Where's don Salvatore ? - In his room.

It's always bad news...

...from sun up 'til sun down.

You're right, yesterday he asked me for 10.000 lire. He said he would use it to win the lottery.

- He said the numbers came to him in a dream. - Sure... and last time he won two candle sticks.

What's this, Mimi? This is too tight. These clothes should be cut more fully.

- There are going to be changes around here... - Things just disappear around this house.

Every day you get fatter. How far will this go?

Why blame me if these things don't fit right ?

I know the reason, you just lay around the house. Just try not eating for an hour.

I should look like a fashion model, appearance is important for the son of a baron.

Are you going to a wedding... or a funeral?

Papa!

Papa, will you please open the door?

What's the meaning of this? Why have you locked yourself in?

- And I can guess what you want... - Please, papa, this is urgent.

We need to talk.

In the name of the saints... ! Why are you dressed like that ?!

Are you going to a costume parade in those stripes?

- What's going on? - It's about Tonino.

Are you going to start in with more stories about the boy?

Isn't it enough that you sent him to a seminary that is draining the life out of him?

- So now what? - They've written to me to come after him.

For what? For chasing after some porno actress?

- What are you talking about, papa? - Don't call me "papa".

And I would prefer it if you would just ring the bell when you want to see me.

Why do act this way toward the one who is supporting you?

You'll never understand why I do what I do.

A wiser man than I might understand. But, maybe it's better if we don't talk about it.

- Yes... it's probably for the best. - I can't go and pick up Tonino.

I have important things to do, and Mimi must stay with me.

- Where did he pick up these bad habits?! - It certainly wasn't from me.

He's serious, intelligent, and doesn't think about women.

- He's skilled as an accountant. - Not a skill that I would want.

You need to deal with Tonino.

If you'll pay travel expenses, I think we have a deal.

Of course, I expect a proper means of travel. A luxury car with a chauffeur...

- So how much do you want? - 40.000.

Yeah, sure! 18.000...

20.000 ?

What's that perfume? It has a terrible stench.

It's an original French perfume. Can't you tell?

Here comes don Salvatore !

Is this the car you want me to use to pick up my grandson?

3.000 lire isn't much money, don Salvatore.

3.000 lire, plus fuel and meals. What more do you want?

If you like, you can sit in front!

What? People might think we're related.

Do you think this is the first time I've been in a car?

Let's get this straight. I'm the master, and you're the driver.

Cut the crap and get going.

- Is the discomfort worth what you're saving? - Mind your own business!

It's good to have a priest in the family.

You and my son might think so, but it isn't what...

Stop at a newspaper stand... I want to pick up an educational magazine.

Why are you laughing?

- I know what you mean by educational. - The ends justify the means.

And if it were possible, neither monks nor I would allow a priest in the family.

- What's gotten into you, don Salvatore ? - Shut up and drive!

Thanks, you bastards! Sons-of-bitches... !

- I forgot to give you this. - Thanks!

If you feel tempted by looking at a nude painting, you must be hard like a saint!

Yeah... I'm hard all the time.

Goodbye, Tonino!

Here's your kindly grandfather. He's come to take you home.

Why aren't you waiting inside for Tonino?

Instead of out here in the sun.

- I'm allergic. - Allergic?

- Yes... I start sneezing. - I know what you mean, my son.

You should pray to God about it. In the end we must all face him.

- I will be just fine at the end... - You're reading inflammatory magazines !?

This is unbecoming a person of your age.

You should be ashamed, don Salvatore! Fornication is a mortal sin...

...which your grandson has sworn to avoid.

Go now.

- May St. Anthony protect you. - Grandpa!

My Tonino!

Let me give you a hug.

- How do I look, Grandpa? - You're a little pale...

Get in... hurry.

What? Come on, they won't bite you...

Let's get going. You shouldn't listen to what that priest said.

A person who doesn't know how to appreciate the works of God.

I think that robe is what prevents it.

Trust me, boy... these are better than vitamins.

You like women?

Don't tell me that these creatures are unholy.

No, but there are some things I mustn't forget.

I must respect my oath of chastity.

What oath of chastity? You want me to believe that women disgust you?

Answer your grandfather. You're breaking my heart.

You're saying they don't disgust you?

Now we can talk about....

You began to rub yourself... ?

Why are you looking at me like that? Remember you're not talking to your confessor.

Answer me!

- I will not sin and that's that. - It's a pity you can't do certain things.

St. Anthony didn't think like that.

You and St. Anthony... what did you do at that school?

Played football. My idols are St. Anthony and Chenalia.

Chenalia ? I never heard of that saint. Is he any better?

Let's stop at Lola's and get something to eat.

There's no one at home except Rosalia, and she turns my stomach.

- Where are all the others? - They're of no interest...

Take your time, we want to arrive when there aren't too many out on the street.

God bless you !

- What's going on ? - There's some excitement.

Love? He can't handle it. I don't think it will work out.

- How did it all begin? - They met through correspondence.

- How romantic... - Oh hell, he didn't really write those letters.

- Carmela's a bit strange. - His first wife was a nice woman.

- Yes, she was a nice woman. - Why would she shoot herself over him?

What happened?

It seems they argued, and she shot herself.

If you think about it, he's not a bad catch - elegant and rich.

- Here comes the groom. - I'm curious to see the bride.

I've heard she's more beautiful than his first wife.

- She'll cheat on him. - That's punishable by a five-year sentence.

- Baron! - My respects!

He and Carmela exchanged very romantic letters.

... Baron Niscemi, whose family is here to be united with Carmela's family.

Thank you for your interest in my father's fortune.

Do you, Carmela Paterno, give yourself in marriage to this man...

...Vincenzo Niscemi, and agree to live by His Holy laws?

Yes.

And do you, Vincenzo Niscemi, give yourself to Carmela Paterno....

She sounds sensual... that's not a good sign for him.

What do you think? He's not too old for her?

- I do. - In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit!

- His will be done! - Amen!

I made something good just for you. Pasta with eggplant.

I came to see you. I'm not interested in the macaroni.

What a woman...

Where's the funeral?

- I pray for your soul. - Pray for something more important.

- Greetings! - What an honor, don Salvatore !

Look who I brought! Come here, Tonino !

Be careful with the boy, he still has the smell of a saint.

Those are the worst, it would be easier to...

- Never! Where there's life, there's hope. - Although hope never solved very much.

Can I do something for this beautiful boy?

I'll tell you later. For now, let's enjoy this wonderful meal.

Would you like to have her later, Tonino?

You know something, don Salvatore? Your grandson is nothing like his father.

- Praise the Lord! - Not at all.

I've prepared a lunch you'll be licking from your moustache.

- A lunch only Lola can make. - Thanks !

Come !

If you ever make love with her, you'll discover what awaits in paradise.

What's under here... ?

Don Salvatore! Why do you still try?

You know what they say! When one can no longer eat, thank God for smell.

- Isn't that so, Tonino? - Can't you see the poor boy's embarrassed?

You shouldn't take your grandfather too seriously, he talks about nothing but sex.

It's a fixation.

Why aren't you eating? I'll come and help you.

I have a ripe olive for you. It's ripe, so ripe...

Isn't that good...

That deserves a kiss....

- Why are you running away? - Where are you going?

To the toilet!

Look what has happened...

Help me, Saint Anthony!

The family crest is two birds...

...one is a dragon. There's only one bird in this house.

Hello!

- It's Rosalia. - Nice to meet you.

Come in, my dear!

What's the matter with you, Rosalia ? You look stunned.

This is your new home, Carmela. I hope you like it.

What do you think?

Sorry... I broke one of them. Would you like one, mama?

May I show you the rest of the house?

Maybe you'd like to change? Come!

This dog has been deprived... and has his vices...

What do you say, is the house to your taste?

The candles are the only thing that's soft around here...

- Naturally, because of the heat. - The house needs air conditioning.

Air conditioning!?

- It's Tonino. - Tonino!?

- Papa! - Tonino!

How you've grown, Tonino!

You've become a man.

Can't you answer your father, Tonino? It completely slipped my mind to tell him... !

I probably should have written you, but it is certainly better to tell you in person.

You must understand that a man can't live alone for the rest of his life.

I re-married.

Look at me! You must learn to love me, now that I'm your mother.

You may call me mama! Your mama!

You act as if you'd been bitten by a scorpion.

Carmela's your mother now. There's nothing wrong about a mother kissing her son, a priest.

- Not yet. - Not what?

Not a priest. Welcome, my daughter!

Hey, papa! May I continue to show Carmela the house?

Would you allow me the honor? I assure you, you're in good hands with me!

Why didn't you put all this stuff away? Carmela might have been surprised.

Hold me more closely...

Mama mia...

Squeeze me hard, Carmela...

You're sure to make a bad impression. You eat like a pig.

Good morning, athletes!

Your new family gathered for breakfast.

Good morning!

I told you to eat more slowly.

I only drink tea in the morning.

- What did you say? - Tea.

- English tea? - Exactly.

How continental...

In this house we've had coffee with milk in the morning, since the time of the dinosaurs ...

Do they always eat as if it were Christmas? It's disgusting.

Tomorrow morning serve only tea and biscuits. That goes for everyone. Is that clear?

Clear the table!

- My treasure... - Clean off your moustache!

Do I have a something on my moustache?

- What are you staring at? - Nothing, I didn't see anything...

I was just passing by. I thought I might help you with something.

Then come and give me a hand.

What do we have here?

What are you doing there? Go up and collect some eggs.

I want to make an omelet today.

Be careful! The poor dog!

That robe is very becoming. Did they give it to you at the seminary?

I drink to your beauty, Carmela !

What a symphony...

What took you so long? What were you doing in the loft with Carmela?

- What are you talking about, grandpa? - No offense. Just kidding!

What game were you playing? You're covered with feathers.

- I fell off the ladder. - And it happened on the ladder.

- What do you mean? - She was also covered with feathers and straw...

- Come on, tell me! - What?

I know you've been watching her. I can see that you like her...

What's the big deal? That she's your mama? Aroused by your mama... your mama... !

What should I do when I accidentally catch a glimpse of my daughter's ass?

Should I say, "Don Salvatore, don't look at your daughter's ass!"

Ow! Get your knee out of there, it hurts...

Once today, and four times yesterday.

- Again? - Do you know how beautiful you are, Carmela?

- Now tell me who I am. - My love...

Don't hurt me....

My Carmela...

Oh, Carmela...

Higher, Carmela...

Where are you going? Are you leaving me all alone?

My Carmela, I'm only one man, and you are consuming me...

"How to prolong your orgasm"

My love!

Darling!

Honey!

Why were you in the bathroom so long, darling?

I was looking in the cabinet for some headache pills...

There are three days when I have a headache...

Your headaches go away by themself. I don't know of anything I can do to get rid of mine.

It's terrible when I have a headache, nothing works properly.

So is it just your head that hurts?

No... and as for what you're referring to... that's working well.

Anyway, I can't concentrate on what's not working because I have other matters on my mind.

- Where are you going? - To see Tonino, we have to talk.

- I'm worried... I have many questions for him. - At this hour?

Yes! At this hour, Carmela.

Shut up, Fifi!

- Nothing for three days... there goes papa. - Tonino!

- Tonino! - Yes.

Were you asleep? Excuse me for a minute!

- Do you have a purpose in life? - Yes.

To stay away from earthly pleasures. So says Saint Anthony.

So says Saint Anthony? And what else does Saint Anthony say?

Ah...

That's better than the original. No one, not even my son, will notice...

I've replaced the whole collection.

The theft will never be detected...

When Saint Anthony went into the desert to be away from temptation...

...the devil, disguised as a beautiful woman, tried to tempt him into sin.

What are you doing, papa? Are you asleep? Go back to bed!

No, I doubt even Saint Anthony could untangle himself from...

They didn't tell us about that at the seminary...

My darling!

Are you... ?

What the hell!?

- Who is that? - It's me.

- Mimi... what are you doing? - Don't shoot.

- What are you doing there? - I slipped.

God help us...

- Were you setting the table for a midnight meal? - Stop. You're bending the sausage.

I needed to eat something, I have an empty stomach...

You'd have an empty stomach after consuming a grocery store.

You have to stop. You weigh 200 pounds now, and where will it end?

I can't control myself.

Rosalia, put all of this back in the kitchen, and lock it up. Do you understand?

This isn't a human being, it's a cannibal.

Your appetite will never be satisfied.

You've got a birthmark on your chest. What is it, a butterfly?

Watch where you put your hands, papa.

And you... when will you start shaving?

We'd better go...

You gave me a scare. Don't eat off the floor...

Has Carmela put you under a spell? You're not the only you...

Why don't you eat, Mimi ? Having problems with your heart?

You look like an invalid. Walking around the house with those dark circles under your eyes...

- Why the regular clothes? - My robe has disappeared.

And no one knows where it went.

Do you know, grandpa?

Me? What would I have to do with your robe? I haven't touched it.

- Good morning! - Good morning!

It's too cold.

It's too cold, it's too hot, it's too tight, it's too loose...

Who do you think you are? Some kind of princess? I quit...

Come back here, Rosalia! Don't be disrespectful.

- I told you to come back. - I'd rather be dead.

She'll put the horns on our master, too. And she'll smile when she does it.

Did you hear what she said? What's this talk about horns? It speaks of a betrayal...

It's an old story.

- In Sicily they kill for honor. - So why not legalize it?

- You can also rot in jail for five years. - Is that why you never tried to get even?

I told you, it's an old story.

Is it just an old wive's tale about the virility of Sicileans?

You can be sure of it.

Tonino, come help me.

And the air conditioning! Since nothing else is working, you've lost your memory too.

What's got Carmela all worked up?

It's another damned story...

Your father won't tell me why you quit the seminary.

- I didn't quit. - Do you still mean to be a priest?

If it is God's will.

What is God's will? Your calling?

I don't understand why everyone in this house is so concerned about my calling.

- Maybe you don't understand their intent... - What do you mean?

You wouldn't understand.

I can't lie to you. I know you don't spend the nights in prayer.

Tonino! Why are you running away?

Where's Carmela? I wanted to tell her your father went to Palermo for the air conditioning.

Hey, Tonino! What's the matter? Come back! Where are you going?

I really don't understand that stupid boy.

What can I do on a pension of 18.000 lire?

I'm expecting a package from Lugano. You were recommended.

10.000 lire. It's expensive, but it's good. It's the one my cousin uses.

He says it makes you become like a Turk.

What are you doing? You don't need identification. I know who you are... Baron Niscemi.

Please bring me a glass of wine, Tonino!

Right away.

Thanks!

That's good for the blood. Did Rosalia select this?

No! It was Carmela.

Carmela! She is a breath of fresh air in this house.

And what a beauty too...

Let's take a little walk, I have a lot to discuss with you.

You think I don't know? You like Carmela. Even saints can learn...

If a saint can't learn, then he's no good.

And once he becomes educated, would he still want to remain holy?

If you were in my place...

...and if you were in my place...

You know what I'd have done in your place? I at least make sure I was experienced once.

- Why bother? - To see if I liked to fuck!

- Carmela isn't the only woman in the world. - Rosalia?

Why Rosalia ? Even if she was attractive.

I'm thinking about Lola. If you want her, I'll talk to her.

You will surely be successful with her. It's only a matter of money.

I'll set it up for tonight.

Tonight...

- Who did you rob to get the money? - Tonino... how can you talk like that?

I don't need to tell you to keep this quiet. If your father learns I set you up with a woman...

- It isn't working? - What isn't?

His sex drive...

Has someone been tampering with my cream?

Damn, it's in Chinese...

and German, and French, and Portuguese.

"The benefit of this product is that it will increase a man's virility."

That's what we want!

And now... before us... Carmela!

Tonight, you see before you a new man... a Turk!

You have my word, Carmela, tonight you'll be seeing stars...

I feel like I'm drunk with happiness, hungry... unstoppable...

I feel like a powerful barbarian...

What am I saying? A bird of prey...

Maybe even a bull...

Come, my Carmela! Let me gaze upon your beauty.

Come to bed! Come to me...

Is that it?

Forgive me, my Carmela!

I want to be with you, with you I feel good and...

I've given you all the comforts: a television, a refrigerator...

I want to give you my body, my Carmela, but I cannot.

Why are you so insensitive to my pain...

Not tonight...

Who is it?

- Tonino, guess what has happened... - What happened, Grandpa?

A miracle.

Three hours stiff and straight. Hard, firm...

It seems it's made of iron, like the Eiffel tower.

Blessed "Vigor"! What a cream... !

- What can I do? - Help me, Tonino !

Take me to Lola! Let's see what she can do with this monument.

- At this hour? - Yes, at this hour!

- Did you think we should pray? - What's there to pray for?

Lola knows more about this business than God.

Go wake up Mimi... we'll need his car.

You're in for a big surprise, Lola!

Oh God! Who is it?

- What do you want? - We're looking for Lola.

They're looking for you, Lola!

- Wake up! I have a caller. - Please, let me sleep.

Someone is here.

- Who is it? - It's don Salvatore, he wants to come up.

- I'm sorry, but I can't see him. - 5000.

It's urgent! I'm desperate... Lola !

- Can't it wait until tomorrow? - Now! Immediately!

- I'll give you 10.000. - You can come up in 5 minutes.

Oh my! That's enormous... !

Don Salvatore, has it been a long time since this happened?

Since 1940...1950...

Okay, let's not talk about that...

- Have you tried cold water? - I don't want to catch pneumonia.

- Can't you do... anything? - Anything? - Anything.

- Have you tried not thinking about it? - How can I do that without thinking about it?

You boys... go out and get some fresh air.

Out!

- Don't leave me, Tonino! - No, you have to go too, Tonino.

Move it!

How could I ignore something like this, don Salvatore... !

That's right!

God, forgive these sinners...

- It's Grandpa. - It's not Grandpa, it's the witch.

How could this happen? He's always active... day and night...

- Tonino, Mimi... come quickly. - Come on!

Help! Tonino, Mimi! It wasn't my fault.

- Oh God... ! - Grandfather!

- It struck him all of a sudden. - Now what'll we do?

Take him to the hospital.

Slowly.

Slow down, don't hurt him.

Good morning, madam.

Let us look at the registry. Are you sure?

- May I come in? - Are you related?

- I'm his son. - Come in. Step closer!

- Did you think you'd find me dead? - Why are talking like that, papa?

- I may be ready for the graveyard... - Be quiet!

...but I can say that I'm still a real man!

- The cream belonged to your son? - Yes.

My friend, you don't have to worry about your father.

He should be home in two or three weeks.

I'm amazed that he's still...

- What is it called? - What?

The cream!

- It's called "Vigor". - Where did you get it?

Mail order. I'm sure that it came through the mail.

Take it to the lab and have it analyzed.

- My father is ill, Doctor. - I could say that about you.

I'd like to see the results.

Mother of God, it's hot... !

Hold it properly or leave.

- What are you doing, smelling me? - I like the smell of tomatoes.

I don't know how you can smell the tomatoes, I smell like sweat.

- Be careful! - I'm sorry!

It tastes good.

What are you doing? I'm not your lunch.

May I set the table, madam?

Yes, for Tonino and myself, Vincenzo hasn't returned yet, and Mimi has the flu.

I could have sworn it was just indigestion.

How could it be the flu? He'd have eaten the germs.

They won't miss these fines...

I had to pay 300.000 lire for the analysis, and what did it tell me... ?

I don't like how his heart is beating...

Who wants to marry just to move the furniture...

I need to prove to myself what happened was a fluke. I'll do it right now.

We'll just see if Baron Niscemi has something that isn't working right.

You're my witness that I did it twice today.

This has cleared things up.

It's what I needed to be back in command - morning, afternoon or evening...

It could happen to anyone who has had a problem.

Carmela turned it into a complex.

I'm ready to do things worthy of a whore....

Carmela needs to work from dawn to dusk, so she'll be tired and sleep at night.

Women should work all the time, anyone who thinks otherwise is a fool.

I'll be damned! That's right... you're right!

Let's paint the other wall.

What are you doing? Resting while I work?!

Pardon me, I'll be right there to help you!

Then help me wipe this off.

- Why don't you ask Rosalia ? - Why should I?

Are you the only one in this house afraid to touch a woman?

Go ahead, wipe it off!

Is this okay?

Press harder, or it won't do any good.

Is that better?

You like that? You whore!

- What did you say? - Whore!

Go take a bath and then take back what you said!

- You can't come in. - Why not?

Why did you put the chair against the door?

Are you afraid to be seen naked?

- Or do you have something to hide?! - Go away!

Why did you treat me so badly just now?

If you'd rather not think of me as a mother, then think of me as a girlfriend.

You're not my mother, and you're not my friend. I don't need friends like you.

Wait! I can wash you myself!

- I don't want this! - Why not?

Stop it!

See... I don't bite. We'd better soap you down.

Allow me!

- And this is how we wash little children. - I don't want to.

I don't want to...

Let me!

You got soap in my eyes.

And you've just learned what it means to be a whore.

Whore!

Whore!

Mimi, it's nothing. Just a letter from the commandant.

You're going to enjoy this. Everyone is happy to do military service.

- Don't make a scene, Mimi. - I don't want to do military service.

May I know what's going on?!

What is this? He's been called up. That's the last straw.

What's all the uproar?

There's no need to cry, Mimi. They will have to tell me what you'll be doing.

I can call a friend of mine and have you posted somewhere close to home.

You know I have many connections with important people.

All I have to is make a call and you'll be taken care of.

We mustn't despair, you're the elder son of Baron Niscemi.

Close to home... and I'm sent to Bassano...

Stop crying. You look good in that mountain uniform.

What will you be doing, son? Tell them you need to have a sedentary job.

When you come back, I'll make you some cannoli.

Just the way you like it, Mimi.

Have you found your seat, Mimi ?

What's this? Food?

He got a whiff of the sausages...

- It's good! - Goodbye, Mimi !

Take care of yourself, Mimi.

Don't forget to write, Mimi...

- Madam! - What?

The workmen are here and want to speak with you.

- Let me put something on. - Don't bother, they'll be on the roof...

Very good! Call me when they've finished. I want to make sure everything is done properly.

- Help me! - I can't reach you.

Come on, don't cause problems.

Tonino... why are you dressed like that?

It looks like a suit for first communion...

Stop laughing! Please don't make fun of me.

- Why did you allow them to look at you? - Why, are you jealous?

If this keeps up, you're going to explode.

You'll make me die of laughter.

What do you want from me? First you draw me to the well, ...

...then turn me away every time I try to take a drink?

Are you having fun? You think I can't use this?

Carmela... you know what I think? I think you really do want to fuck me.

What are you looking at, Saint Anthony? Certainly not another saint.

- How are you, Grandpa? - What a nice surprise, Tonino.

Look! I brought you some fruit and some sweets.

Is it Christmas?

- So how are you? - So so.

I never liked hospitals. They smell of disinfectant and death.

It's better not to think about it. How are things going with you?

- What do you mean? - How's it going with Carmela?

- It's a problem... a serious one. - Meaning what?

You were right. I need to discover what kind of man I am.

Saint or sinner?

Turn over so I can give you an injection, don Salvatore.

Getting old is a bitch! The only thing that interests me any more...

...is women and their asses.

You're always free to die.

- Your hurting my ass. - Easy, easy...

Be careful with those hands. What do you take me for?

- My nephew, Tonino! - What a beautiful boy!

Tell them he needs to quiet down and get more rest.

You don't need to be thinking about sex all the time.

- What? We were talking about my walking stick. - Grandpa...

You just can't bring yourself to talk about it!

- Where is Lola ? - Give me a hand!

- I'm in a hurry. Where is Lola ? - In the kitchen.

Fuck you!

You and the damned cart.

So you've made up your mind! Arrive in a taxi, and you look like a regular gentleman from town.

I spoke with my grandfather, and he told me to come here quickly.

- He gave me this letter. - It's for me?

Yes!

How is don Salvatore? Is he doing any better?

- I'm not sure. He's getting treatment. - Let's see what this says.

"You must do me a favor, this boy needs to lose his virginity."

"I'm sending you 10.000 lire and a slap on the ass."

Tell him I'm doing this for free, as a favor to don Salvatore.

You're to return here at ten this evening.

You need to use your tool, Tonino.

At your age, no matter the situation, you only need to touch it to...

What are you doing there? I'll tell your father.

What are you doing in here, Tonino? Ah... looking at the photograph!

You won't let you escape this time. And your father isn't around.

Don't try to talk your way out...

You can't get by me...

Don't move.

Leave...

Look here, Carmela! I have a surprise for you.

Two tickets to a party at City Hall.

We'll be there with the wife of the president. You must look your most beautiful.

- How elegant you are! - Thank you!

- You can go to bed. - You can watch television, if you like.

You are very good...

What innocent soul do we have here...

You're about to learn about the pleasures of life, young man...

Sink your teeth into these...

Where do you think you're going?

You get back into that bed ...

You're sweet....

Let's see what you've got...

What is this, a corpse? Nothing like this has ever happened with me.

You can ask anyone about Lola.

You can ask your grandfather.

They come from all over Sicily for Lola. Lola could make the tower of Pisa stand up.

Maybe you should have stayed in that robe, and become a eunich.

No! I want to become a man.

You feel so smooth... like the fruit of love.

I want you to know... this is what your grandfather really likes.

Grandfather enjoys that... !?

Now don't move...

Look at me...

Look what's coming...

One, two...

Shameless seminarist! Has it come to this... a damned whore?!

One, two...

Kiss me!

You stupid idiot! Come back here! Where are you going?

Come back and we'll try again.

You have to learn...

Who locked the door? That's all I need.

Stop! Hands up, or I'll shoot! !

Tonino... !?

What are you doing, Tonino?

Answer me, Tonino! What are you doing here?

Can't you see he's praying? He probably had a vision of the Holy Virgin.

The Holy Virgin!? We could be ruined!

Excuse me, but do you realize what will happen if anyone hears us?!

They'll all come here, and then there'll be nothing left of the orange crop.

You see, Uncle, it could be useful to me to have a saint in the family.

I could label my boxes of oranges as "Blessed Fruit".

That would be a sin, and who do you think would stand for it?

I admit, it could be a golden opportunity,...

...but some people might take offense.

Even though you just want to make a profit, what would they say about you?!

Write a nice letter and see if they'll agree to take Tonino back.

Have you seen what a state Tonino is in?

He gets more pale with each passing day.

He's going through puberty... this is normal.

- What are you doing? - Do you want to do it?

- Doesn't this seem a little too soon? - What's with this new program?

- Have you forgotten about the Holy Virgin? - What are you talking about?

Maybe the Holy Virgin has appeared to Tonino.

It might be better if we wait until he goes back to the seminary.

If this has something to do with the holy spirit moving among us...

It's better that we wait patiently to know.

Sorry...

- Carmela! - What is it?

Mama mia....

Don't disturb him.

I want to speak with each of you... alone.

We mustn't excite him.

Tonino!

How did it go with Lola?

- Fine! - You've done everything?

Not everything, but we've just started.

Now that you've started...

It's nice to make love, but you still don't seem to understand.

I would have liked to die while making love.

- Will you do me a favor? - Whatever you want, Grandfather.

Don't become a priest.

- But what of my calling? - You're true calling is women.

Perhaps Lola isn't your kind of woman...

- You must save Tonino! - What can I do?

Make love to him.

What are you saying, Don Salvatore !?

Let me hold your hand, my Carmela!

Share your strength with me.

That's it...

It's true, I'm a little afraid of dying.

It seems I have more courage holding your hand.

I leave my life in these beautiful hands in return for your promise.

It will remain our secret.

Do it for me, it's important.

Don't cry. Now I can die happy...

Smile!

It slipped out of my hands.

- Has any news come from the seminary? - Not yet, my dear.

What do you mean? A letter arrived three days ago.

- From the seminary? - Yes, the one you described to me.

The seminary for the saints who walk the path of Jesus.

How is this possible? Why am I always the last to find out?

How many times have I told you, letters that arrive for me are to be placed on the table.

- Who put them there? - How do I know? It wasn't me.

I guess they found it...

The director says to bring Tonino back.

He was surprised to hear of the story of the Holy Virgin...

Are you happy now? It was what you wanted.

Tonino, a calling is something you either have, or you don't have.

I'm sure you have the calling.

I'm going into town, Carmela, to do some work. When I get back, I'll take Tonino to the seminary.

Would you take Rosalia to do some shopping?

I'll be back in a few hours. Goodbye, my dear!

- Hurry up, Rosalia, I'm going to be late. - I'll be right there.

Leave that! I'll attend to it.

I never believed the story of the vision.

- Are you going to tell papa? - No!

I won't say anything.

Your promise, Carmela... !

Carmela!

My work was not in vain.

Carmela!

- Carmela? - What is it?

- Were you sleeping? - Yes, I was in bed.

- I wanted to tell you the cow had its calf. - What did you say?

The cow had a calf, my dear.

She gave birth to a beautiful calf. It even had horns.

What would you have preferred on its head, a hat?

Tonino... aren't you ready to leave? What are you doing up there?

I'm getting some fresh air.

- Are you smoking? - I'm smoking!

I feel like I've just been born.

Are you naked!?

Good Lord! Are you feeling sick, Tonino ?

I never felt better.

- I need to tell you what I've decided, papa. - Do you want to start a scandal?

What are you doing, Tonino ? You must do something, Carmela. Say something!

I'm not going back to the seminary. I'm staying here!

This is madness! What do you think you're doing, Tonino? Get down from there.

Talk to him, Carmela! Get down from there, Tonino.

What are you doing up there? Jesus and Mary... ! The scandal!

What brought all this about? Oh, the scandal...

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