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Would you like to inspect the original subtitles? These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:55,335 --> 00:00:58,753 Hello, Mr. Michaux! You're no bother at all! 2 00:00:58,920 --> 00:01:02,046 I'm practicing in the park with my boomerang. 3 00:01:02,213 --> 00:01:05,923 I do it before the office, to relieve stress. 4 00:01:06,715 --> 00:01:10,550 Dinner Wednesday evening? I'd be delighted! 5 00:01:13,843 --> 00:01:15,843 Hi! 6 00:01:15,843 --> 00:01:18,553 - Coming to the game Wednesday? - No, I have a dinner date. 7 00:01:18,720 --> 00:01:20,888 - Coffee, Charlie. - What dinner date? 8 00:01:21,179 --> 00:01:23,889 - One of our big customers invited me. - Why you? 9 00:01:24,056 --> 00:01:27,974 At the bank, he stops at my window and chats. 10 00:01:28,641 --> 00:01:30,642 - What about? - Everything: politics, 11 00:01:30,809 --> 00:01:34,227 showbiz, sports. He asks my opinion and I tell him. 12 00:01:34,393 --> 00:01:36,353 Why you? You're an idiot! 13 00:01:38,145 --> 00:01:41,647 Listen, there'll be bigshots at that dinner! 14 00:01:41,813 --> 00:01:44,731 Mr. Perier says they're very interested in my ideas. 15 00:01:44,898 --> 00:01:47,691 So maybe the idiot isn't me, OK? 16 00:01:47,983 --> 00:01:49,275 That's wonderful! 17 00:01:49,442 --> 00:01:52,193 I'll definitely be there on Wednesday, 18 00:01:52,360 --> 00:01:53,818 barring a snag... 19 00:02:04,490 --> 00:02:06,199 - You coming or going? - Going. 20 00:02:06,366 --> 00:02:08,116 To Biarritz. 21 00:02:08,283 --> 00:02:10,492 - Why there? - It's my dad's birthday. 22 00:02:10,659 --> 00:02:12,076 Hug him for me. 23 00:02:12,577 --> 00:02:13,910 A coffee, please. 24 00:02:14,077 --> 00:02:17,287 - Coming Wednesday? - No, I'm busy. Are you going? 25 00:02:18,037 --> 00:02:20,288 Sure. I'm in a bind: I don't have an idiot. 26 00:02:21,872 --> 00:02:24,999 I've looked all over. Got one on hand? 27 00:02:25,624 --> 00:02:28,875 No, but I'll think about it. I'm late. 28 00:02:33,127 --> 00:02:34,253 What's that? 29 00:02:34,711 --> 00:02:36,837 Dad collects them. A beauty, huh? 30 00:02:37,254 --> 00:02:39,338 18th century, he'll love it. 31 00:02:39,505 --> 00:02:42,298 - Your dad collects ladles? - He has over 300. 32 00:02:42,464 --> 00:02:44,215 He's retired: keeps him busy. 33 00:02:44,382 --> 00:02:48,634 Interesting! Could he discuss his passion in public, 34 00:02:48,800 --> 00:02:51,343 - tell us the story of ladles? - No, Pierre. 35 00:02:51,927 --> 00:02:54,178 - Does he come to Paris? - No, Pierre, not Dad. 36 00:02:54,511 --> 00:02:56,554 It's a very original hobby. 37 00:02:57,221 --> 00:03:00,180 - You want him for your dinner? - How can you say that? 38 00:03:00,514 --> 00:03:03,057 I'd take your dad to an idiot dinner? 39 00:03:03,682 --> 00:03:05,682 Yes. 40 00:03:05,682 --> 00:03:06,141 So I'm a bastard, eh? 41 00:03:07,058 --> 00:03:09,058 Yes. 42 00:03:09,058 --> 00:03:10,476 I was just kidding. 43 00:03:10,643 --> 00:03:13,269 But I don't have an idiot yet. I'm panicked. 44 00:03:30,235 --> 00:03:31,569 Hi, there. 45 00:03:35,279 --> 00:03:36,321 Sorry! 46 00:03:38,197 --> 00:03:40,197 Thanks. 47 00:03:51,202 --> 00:03:53,495 - Sorry, it fell out. - That's OK. 48 00:03:56,871 --> 00:03:58,997 - Don't you recognize it? - What? 49 00:03:59,789 --> 00:04:04,375 The Eiffel Tower! Made of matchsticks. 346,422 to be exact. 50 00:04:06,042 --> 00:04:07,209 You did that? 51 00:04:07,459 --> 00:04:08,835 One of my finest pieces. 52 00:04:11,086 --> 00:04:13,087 - You've done others? - I'll say! 53 00:04:16,963 --> 00:04:20,298 ...Take the problem of lift. In this construction, 54 00:04:20,465 --> 00:04:23,383 that was the biggest challenge: lift! 55 00:04:25,384 --> 00:04:27,343 But let's be basic: what is... 56 00:04:27,510 --> 00:04:29,219 a suspension bridge? 57 00:04:31,970 --> 00:04:36,388 The angle of the matches can't be a tenth of a degree off! 58 00:04:36,972 --> 00:04:38,264 A tenth of a degree, 59 00:04:38,431 --> 00:04:39,723 think of it! 60 00:04:44,475 --> 00:04:47,226 The Concorde was a different problem. 61 00:04:55,938 --> 00:04:58,523 - Here's a little quiz... - We've arrived! 62 00:04:58,690 --> 00:05:00,690 Which took me... 63 00:05:00,690 --> 00:05:02,691 - longer, Eiffel or Concorde? - We've arrived! 64 00:05:04,067 --> 00:05:05,651 Already! 65 00:05:05,984 --> 00:05:07,985 How time flies! 66 00:05:15,989 --> 00:05:18,907 Pierre Brochant, please. It's Jean Cordier. 67 00:05:20,824 --> 00:05:22,200 Pierre? I've got one! 68 00:05:22,950 --> 00:05:25,409 - What's he like? - A world champion! 69 00:05:44,626 --> 00:05:47,794 THE DINNER GAME 70 00:07:32,422 --> 00:07:34,757 PARIS - The Ministry of Finance 71 00:07:40,176 --> 00:07:41,593 How's the soccer fan? 72 00:07:41,760 --> 00:07:44,511 "Marseilles are turds, for the birds!" 73 00:07:45,011 --> 00:07:46,929 Paris'll get it Wednesday! 74 00:07:48,721 --> 00:07:50,305 Look at that asshole! 75 00:07:50,513 --> 00:07:51,556 Sorry, Louisette. 76 00:07:51,722 --> 00:07:53,306 I'm used to it. 77 00:07:56,599 --> 00:07:59,434 Brochant Publishers here. Mr. Pignon, please. 78 00:08:00,018 --> 00:08:01,060 Speaking. 79 00:08:01,226 --> 00:08:03,394 Mr. Brochant for you. 80 00:08:03,561 --> 00:08:05,020 - Mr. Pignon? - Yes. 81 00:08:05,603 --> 00:08:07,729 A friend, Jean Cordier, met you. 82 00:08:08,104 --> 00:08:10,355 It was on the train. 83 00:08:10,564 --> 00:08:11,773 Yes, of course... 84 00:08:12,273 --> 00:08:14,732 He said a lot about you. I want to meet you. 85 00:08:15,566 --> 00:08:16,900 To meet me? 86 00:08:17,483 --> 00:08:21,402 Francois Pignon! He was so awed, he was speechless. 87 00:08:21,569 --> 00:08:22,819 It'll be a delight! 88 00:08:27,654 --> 00:08:30,322 - Who's Michaux bringing? - A boomerang collector. 89 00:08:30,489 --> 00:08:32,573 - That's a good one. - Priceless, I hear. 90 00:08:32,740 --> 00:08:35,408 - How many will we be? - Ten, with Pignon. 91 00:08:36,241 --> 00:08:37,409 It's shaping up. 92 00:08:43,620 --> 00:08:45,412 - Shit! - What is it? 93 00:08:51,165 --> 00:08:52,248 Christine! 94 00:09:16,759 --> 00:09:20,135 - Did you cancel out of your dinner? - My God, that's cold! 95 00:09:20,427 --> 00:09:23,553 - Did you cancel out? - A sore back needs heat... 96 00:09:23,720 --> 00:09:25,888 - Dr. Sorbier said ice. - You reached him? 97 00:09:26,055 --> 00:09:28,180 In his car. He'll be here soon. 98 00:09:28,347 --> 00:09:32,557 Great. I need a drink. A splash of scotch. 99 00:09:33,766 --> 00:09:37,476 - Does a bad back make one deaf? - No, I didn't cancel out. 100 00:09:37,810 --> 00:09:40,436 You're still going to that vicious dinner? 101 00:09:40,602 --> 00:09:43,979 It's great fun. You think it's vicious... 102 00:09:44,604 --> 00:09:47,564 Don't sulk just because I enjoy it! 103 00:09:48,523 --> 00:09:52,024 Cancel your dinner. Stay with me. I'm a bit low. 104 00:09:52,191 --> 00:09:55,025 So come with me, for a change. You'll enjoy 105 00:09:55,192 --> 00:09:57,192 our dinners. 106 00:09:57,192 --> 00:09:59,277 Inviting a poor guy to make fun of him? 107 00:09:59,444 --> 00:10:02,529 But he's an idiot! Idiots are fair game. 108 00:10:02,987 --> 00:10:05,238 A drink at his place, then dinner. 109 00:10:05,447 --> 00:10:06,530 At a restaurant? 110 00:10:07,114 --> 00:10:09,740 No, his friend has organized a big dinner. 111 00:10:09,907 --> 00:10:11,866 I'm nervous... Which one? 112 00:10:13,158 --> 00:10:15,158 They're the same. 113 00:10:15,158 --> 00:10:18,369 This one's redder. It's more imaginative. 114 00:10:20,828 --> 00:10:23,413 Mustn't forget my model file... 115 00:10:24,997 --> 00:10:28,540 He wants to do a book! On my models, you realize? 116 00:10:28,998 --> 00:10:30,749 Hurry, you'll be late. 117 00:10:30,916 --> 00:10:32,416 You asked him here? 118 00:10:32,958 --> 00:10:36,335 To study him before the dinner. I hear he's fabulous. 119 00:10:36,960 --> 00:10:40,003 I'll leave you two together. Enjoy! 120 00:10:40,170 --> 00:10:42,421 - Where are you going? - I have a dinner too. 121 00:10:42,587 --> 00:10:44,046 I didn't want to go... 122 00:10:44,213 --> 00:10:45,630 Dinner with whom? 123 00:10:46,798 --> 00:10:48,840 Is it him? I won't meet him. 124 00:10:49,007 --> 00:10:50,424 No, it's the doctor. 125 00:10:53,092 --> 00:10:55,343 - Sorbier. - Come on up, doctor. 126 00:10:59,011 --> 00:11:00,345 Good evening, doctor. 127 00:11:01,429 --> 00:11:03,972 Fix him: he has an important dinner tonight. 128 00:11:05,472 --> 00:11:09,266 An idiot dinner. Each regular has to bring an idiot... 129 00:11:09,599 --> 00:11:10,766 Christine, please! 130 00:11:10,933 --> 00:11:13,226 The idiots don't know why they've been picked. 131 00:11:13,392 --> 00:11:16,519 The fun is making them talk. Hilarious! 132 00:11:16,685 --> 00:11:19,770 Not to me, so I won't go. Good night, doctor. 133 00:11:24,981 --> 00:11:28,482 Sorry. It was for a sore back, not a family squabble. 134 00:11:28,649 --> 00:11:29,816 Can I wash my hands? 135 00:11:30,525 --> 00:11:32,109 First door on the left. 136 00:11:33,359 --> 00:11:35,485 In college, we gave "dog" dinners. 137 00:11:35,652 --> 00:11:39,070 The ugliest girl got a prize. 138 00:11:39,237 --> 00:11:41,488 Yes, we did that too. 139 00:11:41,655 --> 00:11:44,114 - Idiots are funnier. - But less definite. 140 00:11:44,281 --> 00:11:47,824 Some idiots are flagrant. 141 00:11:47,991 --> 00:11:50,242 This one's unmistakable. 142 00:11:54,577 --> 00:11:56,036 You look great. 143 00:11:56,328 --> 00:11:57,661 Thanks, Louisette. 144 00:11:57,828 --> 00:12:00,329 Have a nice evening. Dazzle them! 145 00:12:02,622 --> 00:12:04,248 - A friend of yours? - No. 146 00:12:04,414 --> 00:12:06,415 My friends are not that dumb. 147 00:12:06,582 --> 00:12:09,250 We pick aces. This is big league. 148 00:12:10,959 --> 00:12:12,960 - Where do you find them? - It's hard. 149 00:12:13,126 --> 00:12:16,670 A real manhunt. We have scouts who tip us off. 150 00:12:16,836 --> 00:12:18,254 5th lumbar vertebra! 151 00:12:26,966 --> 00:12:29,508 - Is it serious? - No, but call off your dinner. 152 00:12:29,675 --> 00:12:31,675 No! 153 00:12:31,675 --> 00:12:32,968 Rest your back tonight. I'll stop by tomorrow. 154 00:12:34,427 --> 00:12:36,053 I have an A-one idiot coming! 155 00:12:36,220 --> 00:12:39,263 Give me a shot! I don't care! Anything! 156 00:12:39,846 --> 00:12:41,597 The icebag and rest. 157 00:12:41,764 --> 00:12:43,598 Or you'll be out for 3 weeks. 158 00:12:44,015 --> 00:12:45,265 I'm jinxed. 159 00:12:45,890 --> 00:12:47,349 My phone book, please. 160 00:12:48,558 --> 00:12:49,725 The phone. 161 00:12:52,727 --> 00:12:54,478 What's his name? 162 00:13:01,064 --> 00:13:02,689 - What does he do? - He's a tax man. 163 00:13:03,106 --> 00:13:05,274 That's dangerous. What if he finds out? 164 00:13:06,108 --> 00:13:09,859 He won't. We're careful. No idiot ever found out. 165 00:13:11,777 --> 00:13:13,152 He's out. 166 00:13:14,069 --> 00:13:15,903 - Holy shit! - What? 167 00:13:16,820 --> 00:13:19,572 His message. He tries to be witty. Pathetic. 168 00:13:22,615 --> 00:13:25,533 Francois is out, but don't pout! 169 00:13:25,699 --> 00:13:29,618 No need to weep, wait for the beep! 170 00:13:31,243 --> 00:13:33,036 Your turn to peep! 171 00:13:34,203 --> 00:13:36,996 - Isn't he something? - Outstanding, I'd say. 172 00:13:38,163 --> 00:13:40,039 - Here he is. - Don't move, I'll get it. 173 00:13:43,749 --> 00:13:45,249 It's Francois Pignon. 174 00:13:45,499 --> 00:13:46,958 5th floor, left. 175 00:13:49,710 --> 00:13:50,877 He's coming. 176 00:13:51,085 --> 00:13:53,503 I'll leave you a sedative: take 2 177 00:13:53,670 --> 00:13:55,754 - if you're in pain. - Wait for him. It'll be fun. 178 00:13:55,921 --> 00:13:59,672 I'm late. See you tomorrow. Call me at home 179 00:13:59,839 --> 00:14:02,799 - if it's worse. - See you. Leave the door open. 180 00:14:05,216 --> 00:14:07,009 - Do me a favor. - Certainly. 181 00:14:07,592 --> 00:14:10,177 Never invite me to dinner. I'd wonder! 182 00:14:19,139 --> 00:14:20,931 - Good evening. - Evening, sir. 183 00:14:23,599 --> 00:14:24,975 Go on in. It's open. 184 00:14:34,395 --> 00:14:36,355 Evening, Mr. Pignon! Come on in! 185 00:14:37,063 --> 00:14:39,063 I can't get up. 186 00:14:39,063 --> 00:14:42,732 I wrenched my back. We'll have to put off our dinner. 187 00:14:42,899 --> 00:14:45,900 I'm sorry for you. A sore back is no fun. 188 00:14:46,067 --> 00:14:48,443 It's silly. What are you doing next Wednesday? 189 00:14:48,610 --> 00:14:51,028 Next Wednesday... nothing. 190 00:14:52,153 --> 00:14:55,238 My friend's giving another dinner: you're invited. 191 00:14:56,405 --> 00:14:57,822 How very nice. 192 00:14:57,989 --> 00:15:01,866 We missed you today. We won't miss you next week. 193 00:15:02,157 --> 00:15:06,951 ...I'm talking about the authentic boomerang, 194 00:15:07,118 --> 00:15:11,661 not those you find in Sydney souvenir stores, 195 00:15:11,828 --> 00:15:17,331 the primitive boomerang of proud aborigine warriors, 196 00:15:17,789 --> 00:15:19,165 that boomerang 197 00:15:19,707 --> 00:15:24,876 has a dynamism, a motion, when it's thrown correctly, 198 00:15:25,876 --> 00:15:28,502 that is miraculous! 199 00:15:28,710 --> 00:15:29,794 How are you? 200 00:15:29,961 --> 00:15:33,921 Not too hot. I'm a wreck... It's a real shame. 201 00:15:34,129 --> 00:15:35,422 Sit down... 202 00:15:36,339 --> 00:15:38,923 No, tonight it won't be possible. 203 00:15:39,799 --> 00:15:43,133 We haven't sat down to dinner yet, so... 204 00:15:43,300 --> 00:15:46,176 It can behead a kangaroo from 150ft! 205 00:15:46,343 --> 00:15:48,928 OK, but don't count on us. 206 00:15:49,386 --> 00:15:50,595 Yes, he's here... 207 00:15:51,095 --> 00:15:52,387 Very nice. 208 00:15:54,013 --> 00:15:56,014 He has the look of a winner. 209 00:15:57,973 --> 00:16:01,183 I'll have him there next week. 'Bye! 210 00:16:07,811 --> 00:16:09,061 So how are you, Mr. Pignon? 211 00:16:10,353 --> 00:16:11,687 Very well, thanks. 212 00:16:15,606 --> 00:16:18,148 The message on your machine is so witty. 213 00:16:18,690 --> 00:16:21,775 Really? I wanted it to be original. 214 00:16:22,108 --> 00:16:23,734 I'm still laughing. 215 00:16:24,526 --> 00:16:28,111 Everybody comments on it. Friends ask me to do 216 00:16:28,278 --> 00:16:30,570 - their messages. - I can see why. 217 00:16:31,154 --> 00:16:33,238 I could do yours... 218 00:16:33,405 --> 00:16:35,405 No need. 219 00:16:35,405 --> 00:16:36,530 Takes a jiffy... 220 00:16:36,530 --> 00:16:37,532 No, it's fine as it is. 221 00:16:37,698 --> 00:16:39,324 A bit stuffy for you... 222 00:16:40,741 --> 00:16:42,826 I'm delighted to meet you. 223 00:16:43,159 --> 00:16:47,453 Likewise. Since you called me at the Ministry, 224 00:16:47,619 --> 00:16:49,662 I've been walking on air. 225 00:16:49,829 --> 00:16:53,414 I thought it was a gag. Did I sound dumb on the phone? 226 00:16:53,747 --> 00:16:55,998 Yes... I mean, no. You were perfect. 227 00:16:57,582 --> 00:17:00,583 A big publisher wanting to do a book on my models, 228 00:17:00,750 --> 00:17:03,001 inviting me to dinner. 229 00:17:03,168 --> 00:17:05,377 You've changed my life. 230 00:17:06,294 --> 00:17:08,462 The book project isn't firm yet... 231 00:17:10,921 --> 00:17:14,965 I brought photos of my finest pieces. 232 00:17:18,966 --> 00:17:19,967 Superb. 233 00:17:20,509 --> 00:17:22,343 - Took me 8 months. - It shows. 234 00:17:22,509 --> 00:17:24,218 You do them at night? 235 00:17:24,385 --> 00:17:26,720 And weekends. Whenever I have time. 236 00:17:26,886 --> 00:17:29,721 - Are you married? - Yes... I mean, no. 237 00:17:30,304 --> 00:17:31,472 Tancarville Bridge. 238 00:17:31,638 --> 00:17:33,723 Great! Are you married or not? 239 00:17:34,515 --> 00:17:36,640 Let's say... my wife left me. 240 00:17:38,808 --> 00:17:39,934 For a friend of mine. 241 00:17:40,809 --> 00:17:41,893 Those things happen. 242 00:17:42,518 --> 00:17:45,144 A guy I knew at the Ministry, not a bad guy. 243 00:17:45,311 --> 00:17:47,437 I invited him home: she fell for him. 244 00:17:48,145 --> 00:17:52,272 I don't know why, because between us, he's no genius. 245 00:17:54,065 --> 00:17:55,899 How many matches in this one? 246 00:17:56,066 --> 00:17:57,441 He's no genius? 247 00:17:57,608 --> 00:18:01,901 The guy she ran off with. What a dumbbell! 248 00:18:02,443 --> 00:18:03,819 Come on, say a number. 249 00:18:04,319 --> 00:18:08,613 Dumber than... You're smart: how does he rate against you? 250 00:18:08,779 --> 00:18:12,906 Sorry to be vulgar, but there's only one word: he's an asshole! 251 00:18:13,281 --> 00:18:14,573 My God! 252 00:18:14,824 --> 00:18:15,949 Well? 253 00:18:16,824 --> 00:18:19,367 How could she run off with an asshole? 254 00:18:19,992 --> 00:18:23,786 I agree. He only talks about windsurfing! 255 00:18:24,828 --> 00:18:27,537 - Can I meet him? - You like windsurfing? 256 00:18:27,704 --> 00:18:29,371 I adore it. 257 00:18:30,247 --> 00:18:34,832 Then you'll love J.P. Benjamin! We call him Dumbo. 258 00:18:34,999 --> 00:18:38,959 He's in the phone book. Under Benjamin, not Dumbo. 259 00:18:44,628 --> 00:18:46,254 So how many matches? 260 00:18:47,296 --> 00:18:49,296 2000? 261 00:18:49,296 --> 00:18:51,423 346,422! 262 00:18:54,132 --> 00:18:55,716 That's not all. How many 263 00:18:55,883 --> 00:18:57,342 tubes of glue? 264 00:18:59,134 --> 00:19:00,968 We're going to that dinner! 265 00:19:01,135 --> 00:19:03,344 - You can walk? - I'll try. 266 00:19:04,428 --> 00:19:06,304 - Got a car? - Sure. 267 00:19:06,471 --> 00:19:09,680 If you drive, we'll manage. Help me up. 268 00:19:12,223 --> 00:19:13,474 Here we go. 269 00:19:18,017 --> 00:19:19,143 You OK? 270 00:19:20,560 --> 00:19:21,727 Take it easy. 271 00:19:24,895 --> 00:19:26,895 37! 272 00:19:27,355 --> 00:19:29,606 Tubes of glue. 37. 273 00:19:32,357 --> 00:19:36,025 We'll spend a wonderful evening, Mr. Pignon! 274 00:19:40,069 --> 00:19:43,320 I'm so sorry... Are you hurt? 275 00:19:45,196 --> 00:19:46,738 Any broken bones? 276 00:19:52,199 --> 00:19:53,950 - Now what? - A chiropractor! 277 00:19:54,533 --> 00:19:56,867 - No need. - A buddy. He's great. 278 00:19:57,576 --> 00:20:00,035 - I don't need him! - The best in North Paris. 279 00:20:00,202 --> 00:20:03,245 I don't want him! Go home, I'll be fine. 280 00:20:04,412 --> 00:20:05,496 And the dinner? 281 00:20:05,663 --> 00:20:08,247 It's off. I'm in no shape now! 282 00:20:13,500 --> 00:20:14,917 The machine's on. 283 00:20:15,084 --> 00:20:17,543 We're out. Speak after the beep. 284 00:20:17,710 --> 00:20:19,794 Your message is a bit flat. 285 00:20:22,003 --> 00:20:24,254 It's me. I'm not coming home tonight. 286 00:20:25,630 --> 00:20:27,922 I may never come home again. 287 00:20:28,631 --> 00:20:30,631 Sorry to tell 288 00:20:30,631 --> 00:20:32,883 you this on a machine, but maybe it's best. 289 00:20:33,675 --> 00:20:35,176 Good-bye, Pierre. 290 00:20:42,262 --> 00:20:44,096 I'll be off... 291 00:20:46,597 --> 00:20:48,473 - Sure you don't need anything? - No. 292 00:20:49,390 --> 00:20:51,016 Everything's fine. Good night. 293 00:20:57,685 --> 00:20:58,769 Sorry... 294 00:20:59,603 --> 00:21:01,312 I forgot my briefcase. 295 00:21:08,065 --> 00:21:11,233 I'm with you, Mr. Brochant. All the way! 296 00:21:11,399 --> 00:21:13,109 Thanks a lot, good-bye. 297 00:21:13,400 --> 00:21:14,526 Good-bye. 298 00:21:16,235 --> 00:21:17,402 What can I do for you? 299 00:21:17,569 --> 00:21:19,653 Nothing, I'm fine, good night. 300 00:21:19,820 --> 00:21:22,863 I really know what you're going through. 301 00:21:23,029 --> 00:21:25,072 I'd like to be left alone! 302 00:21:25,239 --> 00:21:30,241 I said that when she left me. And I nearly died of grief in my home. 303 00:21:30,408 --> 00:21:32,158 You've got a bad back, too! 304 00:21:32,325 --> 00:21:34,785 She hasn't left me. She's a bit low. 305 00:21:34,951 --> 00:21:37,244 She'll be back. Go home, good night! 306 00:21:37,411 --> 00:21:41,746 "She'll be back". That's what I said. 2 years ago! 307 00:21:43,163 --> 00:21:44,831 I'm off to bed, turn out the lights. 308 00:21:44,997 --> 00:21:47,332 Can't I call my chiropractor buddy? 309 00:21:47,498 --> 00:21:49,498 No! 310 00:21:49,498 --> 00:21:52,792 He's great. And cheap. Know what he charges for house calls? 311 00:21:53,251 --> 00:21:57,127 I'm with Prof. Sorbier of the West Side Hospital. 312 00:21:57,294 --> 00:21:59,128 I don't need your buddy! 313 00:21:59,295 --> 00:22:02,255 Yours may be good, but look at you now! 314 00:22:02,421 --> 00:22:04,214 Because you fell on me! 315 00:22:04,381 --> 00:22:07,924 Why do I argue with this jerk? 316 00:22:08,841 --> 00:22:14,343 You're like a horse that missed a jump. At the track, they'd shoot you. 317 00:22:15,010 --> 00:22:16,553 Go away, Mr. Pignon! 318 00:22:17,136 --> 00:22:18,803 Your back could be fatal. 319 00:22:18,970 --> 00:22:22,680 If the spinal marrow is affected, it's paralysis. 320 00:22:22,847 --> 00:22:24,473 You'll need a miracle! 321 00:22:26,640 --> 00:22:29,225 - Call Sorbier! - That's better! 322 00:22:32,226 --> 00:22:33,518 What's his number? 323 00:22:33,727 --> 00:22:35,727 In that book... 324 00:22:51,484 --> 00:22:54,110 Prof. Sorbier, please. For Pierre Brochant. 325 00:22:55,736 --> 00:22:57,695 I need the doctor, it's an emergency. 326 00:22:57,862 --> 00:22:59,321 There's no doctor here. 327 00:23:00,238 --> 00:23:01,864 Sorry, I dialed a wrong number. 328 00:23:02,989 --> 00:23:04,323 I skipped a line. 329 00:23:04,865 --> 00:23:06,199 The writing's so tiny... 330 00:23:06,366 --> 00:23:08,366 Hang up! 331 00:23:09,158 --> 00:23:10,826 Yes, I'm at his place... 332 00:23:11,201 --> 00:23:12,785 He's here... 333 00:23:13,369 --> 00:23:15,536 No, he's in rotten shape... 334 00:23:16,120 --> 00:23:19,413 A crick in his back. Lousy luck, he can't move, 335 00:23:19,580 --> 00:23:21,205 he's spread out on the floor 336 00:23:21,372 --> 00:23:22,873 like an old sack. 337 00:23:23,581 --> 00:23:25,207 Who are you talking to? 338 00:23:25,707 --> 00:23:27,625 Who am I talking to? 339 00:23:28,709 --> 00:23:29,751 Really? 340 00:23:30,251 --> 00:23:34,253 Then I can tell you he's in very bad shape. 341 00:23:34,419 --> 00:23:35,712 His wife left him, too. 342 00:23:35,878 --> 00:23:37,587 He's broken, body and soul! 343 00:23:37,963 --> 00:23:39,296 Stop that! 344 00:23:39,797 --> 00:23:44,215 I must hang up, his nerves are cracking. I will. Bye! 345 00:23:44,882 --> 00:23:46,174 It was your sister! 346 00:23:46,341 --> 00:23:47,383 I don't have one. 347 00:23:49,051 --> 00:23:50,468 You don't? 348 00:23:50,635 --> 00:23:53,928 I said, "Who is this?" She said, "His sister". 349 00:23:54,761 --> 00:23:55,845 He called Marlene! 350 00:23:56,637 --> 00:23:58,054 She's not your sister? 351 00:23:58,221 --> 00:24:00,139 Her name is Marlene Hissister! 352 00:24:01,473 --> 00:24:05,891 How could I know? She said: "Marlene, his sister". It's confusing. 353 00:24:06,475 --> 00:24:07,559 Gimme that phone. 354 00:24:09,226 --> 00:24:10,268 Hurry! 355 00:24:10,435 --> 00:24:12,394 If my wife's gone, she'll come running. 356 00:24:12,561 --> 00:24:14,853 All I need is a nymphomaniac! 357 00:24:15,020 --> 00:24:19,856 She's a nympho, too? Oh, my! 358 00:24:22,523 --> 00:24:23,774 Drop it! 359 00:24:25,149 --> 00:24:28,317 If I call, she'll go on for hours! Say my wife's back. 360 00:24:29,818 --> 00:24:31,486 Hurry, dammit! 361 00:24:32,069 --> 00:24:34,112 - My wife's back, all's well. - Really? 362 00:24:34,403 --> 00:24:35,571 That's what you say! 363 00:24:36,363 --> 00:24:37,446 Right, sorry. 364 00:24:37,988 --> 00:24:39,822 Marlene Hissister! 365 00:24:51,452 --> 00:24:53,203 Marlene Hissister? 366 00:24:53,537 --> 00:24:57,413 Me again. I'm calling to say Mrs Brochant came home. 367 00:24:58,122 --> 00:25:00,122 Yes, a moment ago. 368 00:25:00,122 --> 00:25:03,666 She's fine, Mr. Brochant is fine, everybody's fine. 369 00:25:04,333 --> 00:25:07,001 His back is sore, but he's taking it well.. 370 00:25:07,543 --> 00:25:08,668 Say good-bye! 371 00:25:09,127 --> 00:25:13,879 I'm not really a friend of his. He likes my models. 372 00:25:15,046 --> 00:25:19,423 I make matchstick models of engineering feats, 373 00:25:19,590 --> 00:25:22,633 Tancarville bridge, the Golden Gate bridge... 374 00:25:22,799 --> 00:25:25,759 - She doesn't care! - She's very interested! 375 00:25:25,926 --> 00:25:27,259 Don't tie up my phone! 376 00:25:27,760 --> 00:25:29,886 Sorry, I have to go now, 377 00:25:30,052 --> 00:25:32,845 he needs me and in his shape I can't leave him alone. 378 00:25:33,012 --> 00:25:35,012 Oh, my God! 379 00:25:35,012 --> 00:25:36,889 All alone? His wife isn't back? 380 00:25:37,597 --> 00:25:38,639 What? 381 00:25:39,098 --> 00:25:42,224 Sure she's back... but she stepped out... 382 00:25:42,891 --> 00:25:47,185 She hasn't walked out, she stepped out... To empty the garbage. 383 00:25:47,393 --> 00:25:49,019 What is this? 384 00:25:49,894 --> 00:25:52,729 Aries, with Gemini rising... 385 00:25:53,896 --> 00:25:56,897 - Aries don't lie... I'm not lying. - Enough! 386 00:25:57,481 --> 00:25:58,690 I'll be right over. 387 00:26:01,733 --> 00:26:05,109 She said "I'll be right over" and hung up. 388 00:26:05,276 --> 00:26:06,651 Give me that phone! 389 00:26:08,694 --> 00:26:12,195 Sorry, I played it too cool... I didn't expect her 390 00:26:12,362 --> 00:26:14,488 to be so cunning. 391 00:26:21,408 --> 00:26:25,576 It's you, darling... I'll drop off the dogs and be right over. 392 00:26:25,868 --> 00:26:30,745 Don't! My wife'll be home any minute, don't come over! 393 00:26:31,370 --> 00:26:34,080 Sorry, but I doubt she'll be returning. 394 00:26:34,247 --> 00:26:36,956 Know what I think? She's gone back to Leblanc. 395 00:26:37,248 --> 00:26:41,958 Leblanc! Why bring him up?... Leblanc, that's all over! 396 00:26:42,208 --> 00:26:46,919 I say she's with no one! Please stay home tonight, OK? 397 00:26:48,461 --> 00:26:50,379 That nut won't listen! 398 00:26:51,296 --> 00:26:54,464 You can go now, I need to be alone. 399 00:26:54,797 --> 00:26:58,924 Can I help you to your room? You can't sleep on the floor! 400 00:26:59,091 --> 00:27:00,966 Get me to the sofa. 401 00:27:03,926 --> 00:27:05,093 Gently. 402 00:27:06,177 --> 00:27:07,886 Look ahead. 403 00:27:11,221 --> 00:27:12,805 - They're all alike, eh? - What? 404 00:27:12,972 --> 00:27:17,432 I overheard: I gather yours, too, ran off with someone. 405 00:27:17,599 --> 00:27:19,474 She ran off with nobody. 406 00:27:20,016 --> 00:27:22,476 Mine ran off with nobody, too. 407 00:27:22,642 --> 00:27:27,269 Because J.P. Benjamin is a nobody. But she ran off with him! 408 00:27:27,436 --> 00:27:29,354 Hadn't we said good-bye? 409 00:27:29,520 --> 00:27:30,813 Yes, I'll be off... 410 00:27:30,979 --> 00:27:35,315 I'll get you some water for the pills. Then I'll leave. 411 00:27:37,524 --> 00:27:39,108 Is he a friend of yours? 412 00:27:39,650 --> 00:27:41,692 Go to hell! 413 00:27:49,988 --> 00:27:51,113 Briefcase! 414 00:27:58,991 --> 00:28:03,202 When you asked about my life, I didn't say "Go to hell". 415 00:28:03,368 --> 00:28:04,827 Farewell, Mr. Brochant. 416 00:28:06,953 --> 00:28:09,329 Leblanc was my best friend. We quarreled 417 00:28:09,496 --> 00:28:10,997 2 years ago. OK? 418 00:28:12,414 --> 00:28:15,874 Over what? He made a play for your wife! 419 00:28:16,040 --> 00:28:18,166 No, I stole her from him. 420 00:28:18,500 --> 00:28:20,876 He lived with Christine, she left him for me. 421 00:28:22,210 --> 00:28:23,669 They wrote a novel together 422 00:28:23,835 --> 00:28:26,045 - and brought it to me. - Then what? 423 00:28:27,545 --> 00:28:30,630 I took both, the novel and Christine. 424 00:28:31,755 --> 00:28:35,507 All you windsurfers swipe your friends' wives! 425 00:28:36,174 --> 00:28:37,925 I'm not a windsurfer! 426 00:28:38,425 --> 00:28:40,176 Listen, you told me before... 427 00:28:40,343 --> 00:28:44,594 I don't do it enough to swipe my friends'... What am I saying? 428 00:28:44,761 --> 00:28:46,387 Is your curiosity 429 00:28:46,554 --> 00:28:47,804 satisfied? 430 00:28:48,554 --> 00:28:50,555 Why don't you phone him? 431 00:28:50,889 --> 00:28:52,889 Who? 432 00:28:52,889 --> 00:28:53,932 Him. To see if she went back to him! 433 00:28:54,098 --> 00:28:57,225 I call and say: "Did the woman I stole come back?" 434 00:28:58,017 --> 00:28:59,476 You'd be clued in. 435 00:28:59,642 --> 00:29:03,644 I called J.P. Benjamin: "Have you left with Florence?" 436 00:29:03,811 --> 00:29:06,687 He said yes and hung up. At least I knew. 437 00:29:09,647 --> 00:29:10,814 What if I call him? 438 00:29:11,314 --> 00:29:13,314 You? 439 00:29:13,314 --> 00:29:15,816 I say: "I'm a friend of Mrs. Brochant, where can I reach her?" 440 00:29:16,400 --> 00:29:18,150 He won't suspect a thing! 441 00:29:18,317 --> 00:29:20,026 I'm just trying to help. 442 00:29:20,193 --> 00:29:22,819 Thanks. But she's not with him. I need rest. 443 00:29:24,570 --> 00:29:25,862 I won't insist. 444 00:29:26,779 --> 00:29:28,196 Good night! 445 00:29:36,158 --> 00:29:39,826 If I tell you exactly what to say, could you do it? 446 00:29:39,993 --> 00:29:43,119 Sometimes I feel you think I'm an idiot. 447 00:29:45,120 --> 00:29:47,538 Of course I can! What do I say? 448 00:29:47,705 --> 00:29:50,248 We could use the book they wrote. 449 00:29:50,414 --> 00:29:53,040 Tell him you're a movie producer. 450 00:29:53,207 --> 00:29:54,708 You've read the book 451 00:29:54,875 --> 00:29:57,126 - and want the movie rights. - Good idea! 452 00:29:57,292 --> 00:29:58,835 Then casually, 453 00:29:59,001 --> 00:30:01,252 - you ask about his co-author. - Co-author? 454 00:30:02,628 --> 00:30:04,379 My wife! He wrote it with her! 455 00:30:05,129 --> 00:30:06,796 Right, sorry. 456 00:30:06,963 --> 00:30:09,297 - It'll never work! - It will! 457 00:30:09,464 --> 00:30:11,382 - It's not easy, but I got it. - Not easy? 458 00:30:11,548 --> 00:30:12,924 You're a producer, OK? 459 00:30:13,841 --> 00:30:15,467 You have a company in Paris. 460 00:30:15,633 --> 00:30:17,676 No, he knows everybody here. Foreign. 461 00:30:17,843 --> 00:30:19,844 American? German? 462 00:30:20,511 --> 00:30:22,595 Belgian! That's it! 463 00:30:23,178 --> 00:30:25,178 Why Belgian? 464 00:30:25,178 --> 00:30:25,388 It suits you. 465 00:30:25,888 --> 00:30:31,015 You're a Belgian producer, you read "The Merry-Go-Round" and want to buy 466 00:30:31,182 --> 00:30:33,516 - the movie rights, OK? - Is it a good book? 467 00:30:34,475 --> 00:30:36,059 Awful! What's the problem? 468 00:30:36,643 --> 00:30:38,977 - It bothers me a bit. - Why? 469 00:30:39,144 --> 00:30:41,978 If it's awful, why do I want the rights? 470 00:30:44,563 --> 00:30:46,772 You're not a producer, are you? 471 00:30:47,189 --> 00:30:49,189 No. 472 00:30:49,189 --> 00:30:49,606 - You're not Belgian, either? - No. 473 00:30:49,773 --> 00:30:54,150 You're not calling about the book, you're calling about my wife! 474 00:30:56,693 --> 00:30:59,319 That's tricky, but clever as hell! 475 00:30:59,944 --> 00:31:03,029 - What's his number? - 4745... 476 00:31:03,321 --> 00:31:04,655 Never mind, I'll dial it. 477 00:31:05,947 --> 00:31:09,073 - His name is Just Leblanc. - He has no first name? 478 00:31:09,948 --> 00:31:11,658 I told you: Just Leblanc. 479 00:31:15,618 --> 00:31:18,786 Leblanc's his name, Just his first name. 480 00:31:21,287 --> 00:31:23,454 Mr. Pignon, your first name's 481 00:31:23,621 --> 00:31:25,580 Francois. Just think: 482 00:31:25,747 --> 00:31:27,789 His is Just. 483 00:31:29,749 --> 00:31:31,791 We're wasting time. 484 00:31:32,208 --> 00:31:34,417 My wife wrote under her maiden name, Le Guirrec. 485 00:31:35,001 --> 00:31:36,918 She's from Brittany? 486 00:31:37,460 --> 00:31:38,627 Please concentrate! 487 00:31:39,044 --> 00:31:40,128 Sorry. 488 00:31:40,712 --> 00:31:44,422 At the end, ask him where you can contact 489 00:31:44,588 --> 00:31:47,548 Christine Le Guirrec. I'll put on the loudspeaker. 490 00:31:47,715 --> 00:31:50,174 - Go to it. - With a Belgian accent? 491 00:31:55,718 --> 00:31:59,970 Can I talk to Mr. Just Leblanc, like? 492 00:32:00,470 --> 00:32:01,637 Speaking. 493 00:32:02,096 --> 00:32:04,055 Good evening, Mr. Leblanc, 494 00:32:04,472 --> 00:32:07,682 George Van Brueghel here, sorry to bother you so late, 495 00:32:07,848 --> 00:32:11,475 I'm a Belgian producer, just got in from Belgium, like, 496 00:32:11,642 --> 00:32:14,476 and I'm very interested in your novel... 497 00:32:14,935 --> 00:32:16,852 "The Merry-Go-Round"! 498 00:32:19,270 --> 00:32:22,605 I'd like to discuss buying the movie rights. 499 00:32:23,022 --> 00:32:24,564 Is this a gag? 500 00:32:25,314 --> 00:32:27,065 Not at all, why a gag? 501 00:32:27,232 --> 00:32:29,441 - Etienne? - What? 502 00:32:29,900 --> 00:32:31,817 Cut it out, I know it's you. 503 00:32:34,652 --> 00:32:39,654 You're mistaken. I'm not Etienne, I'm a producer from Brussels. 504 00:32:39,820 --> 00:32:41,154 What company? 505 00:32:41,321 --> 00:32:42,405 Beg pardon? 506 00:32:42,738 --> 00:32:44,906 What's your company called? 507 00:32:45,239 --> 00:32:47,157 Flatland Films. 508 00:32:47,949 --> 00:32:50,533 A young, but dynamic company. 509 00:32:50,950 --> 00:32:54,577 - And you're interested in my novel? - Very interested. 510 00:32:54,869 --> 00:32:56,244 For movies or TV? 511 00:32:57,661 --> 00:33:00,913 A movie, for the big screen. 512 00:33:01,080 --> 00:33:02,664 Not the idiot box! 513 00:33:03,581 --> 00:33:05,540 I want to do the screenplay 514 00:33:05,707 --> 00:33:07,707 myself. 515 00:33:07,707 --> 00:33:11,042 No problem. But we're a small company 516 00:33:11,209 --> 00:33:15,502 with limited budgets. If you're not too greedy... 517 00:33:17,128 --> 00:33:18,962 We'll talk money later. 518 00:33:19,129 --> 00:33:20,671 When can I meet you, Mr...? 519 00:33:21,713 --> 00:33:23,464 - Van Breughel... - My wife! 520 00:33:23,631 --> 00:33:25,757 I'll call tomorrow for a meeting. 521 00:33:26,507 --> 00:33:29,342 - Talk to you tomorrow. - Till tomorrow! 522 00:33:30,592 --> 00:33:32,426 There! We have the rights! 523 00:33:36,637 --> 00:33:39,846 And for a song, I'd say! He fell for it, he did! 524 00:33:41,180 --> 00:33:43,180 And my wife? 525 00:33:43,306 --> 00:33:44,307 What? 526 00:33:46,557 --> 00:33:48,267 He forgot my wife! 527 00:33:48,975 --> 00:33:51,518 He gabs 5 minutes and forgets my wife! 528 00:33:52,727 --> 00:33:53,852 I blew it! 529 00:33:55,061 --> 00:33:57,562 This tops my wildest dreams! 530 00:33:57,937 --> 00:33:59,688 Indeed, I blew it. 531 00:33:59,980 --> 00:34:02,356 This is record breaking! 532 00:34:02,940 --> 00:34:04,524 - I'll call back. - Gimme that phone! 533 00:34:04,690 --> 00:34:09,025 I say: "How can I reach your co-author, Christine Le Guirrec?" 534 00:34:09,192 --> 00:34:10,818 Gimme that phone! 535 00:34:10,985 --> 00:34:13,111 Too bad, we were about to find out. 536 00:34:15,320 --> 00:34:19,780 You'll say: "How can I reach your co-author, Christine Le Guirrec?" 537 00:34:20,322 --> 00:34:22,031 Not a word more. 538 00:34:23,615 --> 00:34:26,116 ...Some guy with an appalling accent... 539 00:34:26,616 --> 00:34:30,493 Van Brueghel... His company's called Flatland Films... 540 00:34:30,827 --> 00:34:32,494 I never heard of it, either... 541 00:34:32,661 --> 00:34:35,162 Hold on, the other line's ringing. 542 00:34:37,704 --> 00:34:41,164 Sorry to disturb you, it's Van Breughel again. 543 00:34:41,581 --> 00:34:45,166 My agent's on the other line. I'll call you. What's your number? 544 00:34:45,791 --> 00:34:47,959 0145905603. 545 00:34:52,044 --> 00:34:53,878 - He cut me off. - I did, you dolt! 546 00:34:54,045 --> 00:34:56,045 What do you mean, dolt? 547 00:34:57,380 --> 00:34:59,339 You gave him my phone number! 548 00:34:59,672 --> 00:35:02,799 Sure, he wants to call me back. 549 00:35:04,383 --> 00:35:06,258 You never stop, do you? 550 00:35:07,717 --> 00:35:10,802 Sorry, I'm out of my depth. I'm doing my best, but... 551 00:35:11,261 --> 00:35:13,011 World class! 552 00:35:13,178 --> 00:35:15,679 Maybe the world champion! 553 00:35:17,430 --> 00:35:18,555 It's ringing! 554 00:35:20,181 --> 00:35:22,557 It rings, and he's happy! 555 00:35:22,891 --> 00:35:24,224 He's calling... Don't we answer? 556 00:35:24,933 --> 00:35:28,435 We're out, speak after the beep. 557 00:35:29,518 --> 00:35:31,518 Pierre, it's Just. 558 00:35:31,518 --> 00:35:34,604 I wondered about the Belgian weirdo, then realized 559 00:35:34,771 --> 00:35:37,188 you're looking for your wife. 560 00:35:37,355 --> 00:35:40,940 Ask me yourself, without the accent. 'Bye. 561 00:35:42,107 --> 00:35:44,608 Just? It's me. Where is she? 562 00:35:45,942 --> 00:35:49,569 I've waited 2 years for this. But I feel sorry for you. 563 00:35:50,611 --> 00:35:52,445 Don't. Just say if she's with you. 564 00:35:52,862 --> 00:35:55,154 She called to say she'd left you. 565 00:35:55,321 --> 00:35:56,822 She was very upset. 566 00:35:56,989 --> 00:35:59,198 - She say where she was going? - No. 567 00:35:59,781 --> 00:36:01,074 Where could she be? 568 00:36:03,116 --> 00:36:04,367 Painful, eh? 569 00:36:05,951 --> 00:36:08,910 You went through it. I've got a bad back, to boot! 570 00:36:09,077 --> 00:36:10,161 No kidding? 571 00:36:10,369 --> 00:36:14,163 You'd laugh if you saw me. Bent over, unable to move. 572 00:36:15,080 --> 00:36:16,497 Want me to stop by? 573 00:36:16,830 --> 00:36:20,790 You're a pal, I'd rather be alone. Thanks again. 574 00:36:23,708 --> 00:36:26,501 If she does call you again... 575 00:36:27,001 --> 00:36:28,627 I'll call you, I promise. 576 00:36:28,836 --> 00:36:30,836 Thanks. 577 00:36:30,836 --> 00:36:33,171 I don't deserve a friend like you. 578 00:36:44,134 --> 00:36:46,051 Hand me that pad, please. 579 00:36:47,635 --> 00:36:49,219 Put this on the door. 580 00:36:51,220 --> 00:36:53,304 "I've taken a sedative, 581 00:36:53,888 --> 00:36:55,222 "I'm asleep, 582 00:36:56,514 --> 00:36:58,807 "I need to be alone tonight. " 583 00:36:58,974 --> 00:37:02,100 - I hope she won't bug me! - Shall I wait for her? 584 00:37:02,558 --> 00:37:05,643 - You turn in, I'll stand guard. - You've done enough! 585 00:37:06,102 --> 00:37:07,936 I goofed on the phone then. 586 00:37:08,102 --> 00:37:11,729 I'm really sorry, I truly want to help you. 587 00:37:12,146 --> 00:37:14,397 Just help me get to bed. 588 00:37:45,410 --> 00:37:49,287 If you feel low, call me. I'll be back in a second! 589 00:37:49,454 --> 00:37:51,454 No! 590 00:38:01,125 --> 00:38:04,043 Know what I lacked most when mine left? 591 00:38:05,085 --> 00:38:07,086 A friend to hold my hand. 592 00:38:07,336 --> 00:38:08,879 Good-bye. 593 00:38:18,091 --> 00:38:20,217 Miss Hissister! This is for you. 594 00:38:21,301 --> 00:38:22,760 We spoke on the phone. 595 00:38:23,343 --> 00:38:25,136 Aries, with Gemini rising. 596 00:38:25,302 --> 00:38:30,221 I called the doctor and got you. Later I realized: you're his girlfriend. 597 00:38:31,722 --> 00:38:33,722 Girlfriend? 598 00:38:33,722 --> 00:38:37,182 Sorry I garbled it all. It's very simple: 599 00:38:37,349 --> 00:38:41,101 his wife left him, but he doesn't care. He's asleep 600 00:38:41,268 --> 00:38:43,268 and can't be disturbed. 601 00:38:43,435 --> 00:38:45,435 Got that? 602 00:38:46,103 --> 00:38:48,103 Perfectly. 603 00:38:48,103 --> 00:38:48,604 I'll have a word with him! 604 00:38:48,771 --> 00:38:50,771 Marlene! 605 00:38:51,105 --> 00:38:52,689 May I call you Marlene? 606 00:38:53,148 --> 00:38:55,148 Feel free. 607 00:38:55,148 --> 00:38:59,025 I haven't known him long, but I understand him: so take my advice. 608 00:39:00,359 --> 00:39:02,359 I'm listening. 609 00:39:02,359 --> 00:39:05,528 Give it time: his wife has left him, but don't rush in. 610 00:39:05,695 --> 00:39:08,654 Be the sensuous, amusing mistress you are, 611 00:39:08,821 --> 00:39:12,281 all garter belts and champagne... 612 00:39:12,448 --> 00:39:15,699 Keep on seeing him 3 to 4 times a week, 613 00:39:15,866 --> 00:39:18,784 wait for your turn. He'll fall when it's due. 614 00:39:20,159 --> 00:39:22,243 He said he saw me 3 to 4 times a week? 615 00:39:22,910 --> 00:39:25,912 I felt he'd see you every day if he could. 616 00:39:26,078 --> 00:39:30,497 So don't insist. Go home, it's your best move. 617 00:39:32,831 --> 00:39:35,457 You're right, I won't wake him. 618 00:39:36,500 --> 00:39:38,667 Good girl! I'll make a prediction: 619 00:39:38,834 --> 00:39:41,252 he'll soon knock at your door with flowers. 620 00:39:42,085 --> 00:39:43,794 Was he taking you to a dinner? 621 00:39:43,961 --> 00:39:45,670 Yes. Did he mention me? 622 00:39:47,421 --> 00:39:49,755 I'd have known you, anyway. 623 00:39:52,090 --> 00:39:53,590 Nice work! 624 00:40:00,343 --> 00:40:03,094 I saw the light on, figured you weren't asleep. 625 00:40:03,261 --> 00:40:07,138 - You still here? - Thank your stars I am! 626 00:40:07,305 --> 00:40:08,472 - Why? - We had a visitor. 627 00:40:09,014 --> 00:40:10,723 - Who? - The nutcase. 628 00:40:11,056 --> 00:40:13,056 Marlene? 629 00:40:13,056 --> 00:40:14,558 She just left. Wanted to force your door. 630 00:40:14,724 --> 00:40:19,643 You're lucky a guy called Pignon told her: "Keep out!" 631 00:40:20,393 --> 00:40:21,727 You got rid of Marlene? 632 00:40:22,186 --> 00:40:25,646 I don't want to brag, but I was pretty cool. 633 00:40:25,812 --> 00:40:30,023 Sweet but firm. Got rid of her fast. You won't see her again! 634 00:40:30,731 --> 00:40:31,732 That's good news. 635 00:40:31,898 --> 00:40:35,608 A pity, because she's a real looker. 636 00:40:36,650 --> 00:40:37,734 What does she do? 637 00:40:38,610 --> 00:40:40,610 She's a writer. 638 00:40:40,610 --> 00:40:43,820 Another one? You sleep with all your authors? 639 00:40:43,987 --> 00:40:45,488 None of your damn business. 640 00:40:46,196 --> 00:40:50,448 Maybe not. But I say it isn't nice. 641 00:40:50,615 --> 00:40:52,699 I never cheated on my wife. 642 00:40:52,866 --> 00:40:56,075 And the Finance Ministry's a bunny hutch! 643 00:40:56,826 --> 00:40:58,910 Leave me alone now. 644 00:41:01,119 --> 00:41:03,412 Never ends tonight! 645 00:41:12,749 --> 00:41:13,958 Who is it? 646 00:41:16,751 --> 00:41:18,043 It's Mr Leblanc. 647 00:41:20,628 --> 00:41:23,421 - You came... - I felt bad leaving you all alone. 648 00:41:23,587 --> 00:41:26,172 He wasn't alone. Even cared for, right? 649 00:41:26,547 --> 00:41:29,173 Yes, by Mr Pignon who is leaving! 650 00:41:30,132 --> 00:41:32,132 I'm off. 651 00:41:32,132 --> 00:41:35,134 - I'll leave my photos to soothe you. - Nice of you, but keep them. 652 00:41:35,342 --> 00:41:38,010 They're models I make with matchsticks... 653 00:41:38,177 --> 00:41:40,053 Here's one of my finest... 654 00:41:40,219 --> 00:41:42,595 He's not here to talk matchsticks. 655 00:41:42,762 --> 00:41:44,054 Sure, sorry. 656 00:41:44,221 --> 00:41:46,764 Take your photos, I'm in no mood for them. 657 00:41:47,806 --> 00:41:50,099 - What are you up to now? - Still writing. 658 00:41:50,265 --> 00:41:51,683 But I'm published. 659 00:41:52,266 --> 00:41:53,892 - Writing what...? - Later. 660 00:41:54,059 --> 00:41:55,726 I have bad news. She called. 661 00:41:58,019 --> 00:42:00,853 She was torn: coming here or a silly move. 662 00:42:01,020 --> 00:42:03,021 I tried to convince her, but... 663 00:42:03,855 --> 00:42:05,022 A silly move? 664 00:42:06,022 --> 00:42:08,023 Going to Meneaux's place. 665 00:42:08,440 --> 00:42:10,440 Pascal Meneaux, 666 00:42:10,440 --> 00:42:11,983 the ad man. She'll be there now. 667 00:42:12,150 --> 00:42:14,150 - No! - Yes. 668 00:42:14,150 --> 00:42:15,443 He's wooed her for weeks. Tonight she... 669 00:42:16,568 --> 00:42:17,611 Aren't you done? 670 00:42:18,694 --> 00:42:22,446 I'm arranging them chronologically... 671 00:42:22,613 --> 00:42:24,322 - Do that at home! - OK! 672 00:42:26,031 --> 00:42:27,448 Meneaux's the pits! 673 00:42:27,615 --> 00:42:29,907 That's why she went. She's mad at you... 674 00:42:30,408 --> 00:42:32,867 That dime-store Romeo, she's crazy! 675 00:42:33,201 --> 00:42:35,243 Mine picked a real dummy! 676 00:42:35,410 --> 00:42:37,036 Get out of here! 677 00:42:37,577 --> 00:42:39,953 Good night, Mr Brochant. 678 00:42:41,412 --> 00:42:43,914 - Where does he live? - He has a love nest. 679 00:42:44,080 --> 00:42:45,748 But as to the address... 680 00:42:45,914 --> 00:42:47,123 Good night, Mr Leblanc. 681 00:42:48,124 --> 00:42:50,500 It's very secret. No one knows it. 682 00:42:50,666 --> 00:42:51,875 Good night, Mr Brochant! 683 00:42:54,001 --> 00:42:56,127 There must be a way to find it! 684 00:42:56,877 --> 00:42:58,920 Meneaux had a tax audit! 685 00:43:00,754 --> 00:43:05,089 Pascal Meneaux, the ad man: I've seen his file at the Ministry. 686 00:43:05,256 --> 00:43:08,924 My pal's on his case. Meneaux has a love nest, 687 00:43:09,091 --> 00:43:12,884 but it's no secret. Not to us, anyway! 688 00:43:13,926 --> 00:43:15,469 Good night, Mr Brochant! 689 00:43:17,261 --> 00:43:18,720 Get him back in here! 690 00:43:28,224 --> 00:43:30,058 Mr Brochant wants to talk to you. 691 00:43:35,061 --> 00:43:37,812 Forgive me, Francois, I was edgy before. 692 00:43:38,395 --> 00:43:40,104 I admit I was very hurt. 693 00:43:40,271 --> 00:43:44,690 I rid you of that nut, you don't thank me. You spurn my photos... 694 00:43:44,856 --> 00:43:47,816 - Sorry. A drink, Francois? - No thanks. 695 00:43:50,651 --> 00:43:53,527 I'm just arranging them. I won't bother you. 696 00:43:53,860 --> 00:43:54,944 You're no bother. 697 00:43:56,153 --> 00:43:58,737 He does amazing things with matches! 698 00:43:59,113 --> 00:44:01,113 Really? 699 00:44:01,113 --> 00:44:02,906 This was my first, 343 matches. 700 00:44:03,073 --> 00:44:05,532 - Pretty rudimentary. - But promising. 701 00:44:05,699 --> 00:44:07,074 Wait for the next ones! 702 00:44:07,616 --> 00:44:10,326 Could you get us that address? 703 00:44:10,492 --> 00:44:12,327 I'd have to call Cheval. 704 00:44:12,493 --> 00:44:15,078 I hate to now: he's watching soccer on TV. 705 00:44:15,661 --> 00:44:17,787 - An oil derrick. - Superb. You saw it? 706 00:44:18,371 --> 00:44:19,413 Yes. 707 00:44:19,580 --> 00:44:21,247 Know what I called it? 708 00:44:21,455 --> 00:44:24,457 Beau Derrick. After the actress Bo Derek! 709 00:44:25,124 --> 00:44:26,291 Beau Derrick, Bo Derek! 710 00:44:26,458 --> 00:44:29,042 We had a good giggle at the office! 711 00:44:30,334 --> 00:44:34,378 My wife is with a deadly sex-fiend! Please call Cheval! 712 00:44:35,086 --> 00:44:36,962 - Let's wait till half time. - Why? 713 00:44:37,129 --> 00:44:41,589 If the game's dicey, he'll tell me to buzz off. Wait for half time. 714 00:44:41,756 --> 00:44:45,466 - When is that? - Soon. We'd best watch the game. 715 00:44:45,633 --> 00:44:47,717 - Got a TV? - Not for soccer games! 716 00:44:47,883 --> 00:44:49,843 - It's Paris-Marseilles! - Who cares! 717 00:44:50,760 --> 00:44:52,719 Sorry. The TV's in the den. 718 00:44:58,013 --> 00:45:00,722 "Go to it, Paris! Go to it!" 719 00:45:04,891 --> 00:45:08,142 - He's a bit of an idiot! - That's why I invited him. 720 00:45:08,392 --> 00:45:11,102 - Is he the guy...? - Yes! It's awful! 721 00:45:11,727 --> 00:45:12,936 No kidding! 722 00:45:13,103 --> 00:45:15,395 - He's your dinner dolt? - I've had it! 723 00:45:17,896 --> 00:45:21,023 - It's not funny! - Sorry, but you with a bad back 724 00:45:21,189 --> 00:45:23,565 and a broken heart, in his hands... 725 00:45:25,983 --> 00:45:27,400 Stop it! 726 00:45:27,567 --> 00:45:30,318 When she said she'd left you, I didn't laugh. 727 00:45:30,485 --> 00:45:32,819 But seeing you with that jerk... 728 00:45:39,906 --> 00:45:41,657 Don't move. 729 00:45:42,991 --> 00:45:44,700 Attaboy! 730 00:45:46,492 --> 00:45:48,492 Pignon! 731 00:45:48,492 --> 00:45:49,243 Coming! 732 00:45:54,912 --> 00:45:56,830 Paris scored! Half time's in a min... 733 00:45:58,247 --> 00:46:00,998 - She's come home! - Francois Pignon... Marlene. 734 00:46:03,749 --> 00:46:05,167 Who did you toss out before? 735 00:46:06,251 --> 00:46:07,293 Marlene. 736 00:46:07,459 --> 00:46:10,252 This is Marlene. Who did you toss out? 737 00:46:11,836 --> 00:46:13,295 If it's so funny, get out! 738 00:46:13,795 --> 00:46:14,838 Sorry. 739 00:46:16,213 --> 00:46:18,339 A blonde in a beige raincoat? 740 00:46:18,673 --> 00:46:21,424 You said: "That nut will show up!" 741 00:46:21,590 --> 00:46:23,925 A woman shows up. I figure it's the nut! 742 00:46:24,092 --> 00:46:25,217 Who does he mean? 743 00:46:27,093 --> 00:46:28,260 I'll be back... 744 00:46:30,678 --> 00:46:31,970 What did you say to her? 745 00:46:32,137 --> 00:46:33,887 - To who? - My wife! 746 00:46:34,137 --> 00:46:35,180 Not a thing. 747 00:46:36,680 --> 00:46:39,265 She comes home, and you chase her away! 748 00:46:40,098 --> 00:46:42,099 I thought she was the weirdo. 749 00:46:42,266 --> 00:46:46,393 The nympho dumped her dogs and came to make trouble. 750 00:46:46,601 --> 00:46:47,685 Who does he mean? 751 00:46:50,478 --> 00:46:53,104 Please go home! I have a serious problem! 752 00:46:53,938 --> 00:46:55,938 Pierre, listen to me. 753 00:46:55,938 --> 00:46:56,772 Marlene, go away! 754 00:46:56,939 --> 00:47:01,024 I cram 3 dogs in my car to come over, and you throw me out? 755 00:47:02,150 --> 00:47:04,067 Scram, before it gets nasty! 756 00:47:04,234 --> 00:47:05,609 Leave, Marlene! 757 00:47:05,776 --> 00:47:07,860 It's the smart thing to do. 758 00:47:16,239 --> 00:47:17,906 He tossed out my wife! 759 00:47:18,907 --> 00:47:20,699 I'm really sorry. 760 00:47:21,783 --> 00:47:24,868 He drove her straight into Meneaux's arms! 761 00:47:25,326 --> 00:47:29,370 OK, I goofed. But anybody would have made that mistake. 762 00:47:29,661 --> 00:47:31,661 Get out! 763 00:47:31,661 --> 00:47:32,829 We need him. Call Cheval! 764 00:47:32,996 --> 00:47:34,747 I can't stand him! 765 00:47:34,914 --> 00:47:38,999 I'm really sorry. I wanted to help you so badly. 766 00:47:39,165 --> 00:47:41,041 It's half time! We must call Cheval! 767 00:47:41,667 --> 00:47:45,668 I'll make it up to you! Tell me to call Cheval! 768 00:47:45,835 --> 00:47:48,836 Think of Christine! We must save her! 769 00:47:49,003 --> 00:47:51,212 - Tell me to call Cheval! - Tell him! 770 00:47:56,173 --> 00:47:58,173 Call Cheval. 771 00:47:58,173 --> 00:47:59,758 Thanks, Mr Brochant! 772 00:47:59,924 --> 00:48:03,634 It'll work out, you'll see! 773 00:48:15,098 --> 00:48:16,765 Lucien, it's Francois! 774 00:48:17,349 --> 00:48:20,141 How's the big Paris fan? 775 00:48:21,225 --> 00:48:23,935 I'm no die-hard, and the game's not over! 776 00:48:24,101 --> 00:48:28,937 Not over? You asshole! 2 goals down and it's not over? 777 00:48:29,187 --> 00:48:33,606 Paris is a team of clowns, dickheads, fuck-offs! 778 00:48:34,898 --> 00:48:37,857 Yeah? Who got slaughtered last week? 779 00:48:38,024 --> 00:48:40,609 "Up Marseilles' ass, ream it with class!" 780 00:48:40,775 --> 00:48:42,359 Go fuck yourself! 781 00:48:42,526 --> 00:48:44,193 You, too! 782 00:48:45,486 --> 00:48:47,737 What an asshole! 783 00:48:48,737 --> 00:48:52,030 "Marseilles are turds, for the birds!" 784 00:48:54,406 --> 00:48:55,740 He's a jerk! 785 00:48:58,658 --> 00:48:59,825 I'll call him back. 786 00:49:00,742 --> 00:49:04,577 - He's in a class by himself. - It's been like this for hours. 787 00:49:04,744 --> 00:49:07,870 I'm calling him. We feud, but we love each other. 788 00:49:26,712 --> 00:49:29,713 I'm calling because I need a favor. 789 00:49:29,963 --> 00:49:32,422 - OK, on one condition. - What? 790 00:49:32,881 --> 00:49:34,590 Shout: "Go Marseilles, go!" 791 00:49:36,049 --> 00:49:38,925 Let me hear you shout: " Go, Marseilles, go!" 792 00:49:42,302 --> 00:49:43,594 You must! 793 00:49:43,761 --> 00:49:46,637 "Go, Marseilles, go!" 794 00:49:55,391 --> 00:49:58,017 I'm doing this for you, Pierre. 795 00:50:01,768 --> 00:50:03,102 You must need a big favor. 796 00:50:03,269 --> 00:50:05,437 - It's important. - Go on. 797 00:50:05,603 --> 00:50:08,855 You're on the Pascal Meneaux case, the ad man? 798 00:50:09,022 --> 00:50:11,022 Affirmative. 799 00:50:11,022 --> 00:50:12,398 He has a love nest in Paris and I need the address. 800 00:50:13,023 --> 00:50:15,149 You're not his type! 801 00:50:16,566 --> 00:50:18,566 What? 802 00:50:18,901 --> 00:50:21,860 He likes big boobs and hates hairy legs! 803 00:50:26,487 --> 00:50:27,863 He's a live wire! 804 00:50:30,781 --> 00:50:32,865 It's serious, I need that address. 805 00:50:33,032 --> 00:50:34,991 Why do you need it? 806 00:50:35,158 --> 00:50:37,992 It's for a friend who thinks his wife is there. 807 00:50:38,409 --> 00:50:42,202 At Meneaux's? His wife's there? Poor bastard! 808 00:50:43,828 --> 00:50:45,996 - See why I need the address? - You bet! 809 00:50:46,579 --> 00:50:48,122 I've watched Meneaux! 810 00:50:48,288 --> 00:50:50,331 Any skirt drives him dingo! 811 00:50:50,498 --> 00:50:52,374 Talk about a pig! 812 00:50:54,666 --> 00:50:56,000 That's enough! 813 00:50:56,625 --> 00:50:58,626 Do I know this poor sap? 814 00:50:58,793 --> 00:51:01,044 I doubt it... Ever had a tax audit? 815 00:51:01,211 --> 00:51:02,253 No. 816 00:51:02,420 --> 00:51:04,921 - No. What's the address? - I can't tell you now. 817 00:51:05,087 --> 00:51:08,464 - It's at the office. Tomorrow! - That's too late! 818 00:51:08,631 --> 00:51:11,465 It's urgent, it's a personal favor. 819 00:51:11,632 --> 00:51:13,758 Hop over to the Ministry. Now! 820 00:51:14,133 --> 00:51:16,050 Now? What about the game? 821 00:51:16,342 --> 00:51:18,468 Tape it. We'll watch it together. 822 00:51:18,635 --> 00:51:21,469 I'm taping the ice-skating for my wife! 823 00:51:23,220 --> 00:51:26,180 We'll tape the game! Go there for me! 824 00:51:26,346 --> 00:51:28,889 You're a pain! I haven't eaten! 825 00:51:29,056 --> 00:51:30,973 - We'll feed him. - You're invited here. 826 00:51:31,390 --> 00:51:32,808 I don't know your sap! 827 00:51:33,183 --> 00:51:37,393 He's a great guy. Hop over to the Ministry for me. 828 00:51:37,976 --> 00:51:39,394 You're a drag! 829 00:51:39,560 --> 00:51:42,854 I said: "Go, Marseilles, go!". I did! 830 00:51:44,729 --> 00:51:46,729 What's the address? 831 00:51:46,729 --> 00:51:48,731 9 University St, 5th floor, left. 832 00:51:49,356 --> 00:51:51,065 - Be right over. - See ya. 833 00:51:52,274 --> 00:51:55,609 We've won, Mr Sap!... I mean, Mr Brochant. 834 00:51:55,776 --> 00:51:57,818 Wasn't easy, but we won! 835 00:52:00,444 --> 00:52:03,404 - You OK? - Much better. The pills worked. 836 00:52:03,571 --> 00:52:05,989 We've got to tape the game for that cluck. 837 00:52:06,155 --> 00:52:09,407 Cheval's no cluck, he's our best inspector. 838 00:52:09,573 --> 00:52:13,325 Let him loose in this apartment, he'll strip it! 839 00:52:18,119 --> 00:52:21,412 It's dumb to let a tax inspector into your home! 840 00:52:46,214 --> 00:52:48,590 You said I'm your friend! 841 00:52:48,757 --> 00:52:51,716 - He won't go to work on me! - Cheval would audit his mother! 842 00:52:51,883 --> 00:52:52,967 Is that a copy? 843 00:52:54,759 --> 00:52:57,135 If you're clean, if your artworks 844 00:52:57,302 --> 00:52:59,261 were declared, you'll be fine. 845 00:53:00,095 --> 00:53:01,346 What'll we feed him? 846 00:53:02,388 --> 00:53:03,930 Frozen stuff or eggs. 847 00:53:04,305 --> 00:53:05,931 I'll make him a nice omelet! 848 00:53:09,849 --> 00:53:12,100 - Give me a hand. - Watch your back. 849 00:53:12,684 --> 00:53:16,019 - Where do we put it? - It all goes in my room. 850 00:53:17,603 --> 00:53:19,228 Stop laughing! 851 00:53:19,395 --> 00:53:24,731 He drives your wife into adultery and you into a tax audit! What a feat! 852 00:54:00,663 --> 00:54:03,081 - What's that wine? - Lafitte Rothschild '78. 853 00:54:03,247 --> 00:54:06,249 - Don't serve him that! He'll spot it! - It's all I have. 854 00:54:06,415 --> 00:54:08,583 - No table wine? - Not a drop! 855 00:54:08,750 --> 00:54:11,709 I've worked like a dog to avoid cheap wines. 856 00:54:11,876 --> 00:54:13,960 I only have great wines! Or water! 857 00:54:14,127 --> 00:54:17,253 - Does Cheval know about wine? - You bet he does! 858 00:54:17,420 --> 00:54:19,838 You opened a fine bottle. He'll like that! 859 00:54:20,004 --> 00:54:21,588 Hear that? We've got a problem! 860 00:54:21,755 --> 00:54:24,006 I'll solve it. You wait! 861 00:54:31,551 --> 00:54:32,843 It has aroma. 862 00:54:34,844 --> 00:54:37,137 I'm putting vinegar in my Lafitte. 863 00:54:37,304 --> 00:54:39,888 How to turn great wine into rotgut! 864 00:54:40,055 --> 00:54:42,556 There! Wino's delight! 865 00:54:43,848 --> 00:54:46,141 - Taste it! - You taste it! 866 00:54:46,474 --> 00:54:47,641 No, thanks. 867 00:54:53,477 --> 00:54:55,728 Weird... It has more body. 868 00:55:01,939 --> 00:55:04,023 - Damn! - Hasn't wrecked it... 869 00:55:06,316 --> 00:55:08,484 - I'd say it was better. - Definitely. 870 00:55:08,650 --> 00:55:09,818 Let me try. 871 00:55:13,027 --> 00:55:14,695 Right... That's good to know! 872 00:55:19,864 --> 00:55:21,364 That should do it! 873 00:55:25,491 --> 00:55:27,325 - No! - Yes! 874 00:55:37,496 --> 00:55:39,414 - The john? - Over there. 875 00:55:40,998 --> 00:55:42,998 Perfect! 876 00:55:48,001 --> 00:55:49,084 Cheval. 877 00:55:49,460 --> 00:55:50,835 5th floor, left. 878 00:55:57,505 --> 00:55:59,047 - You OK? - Yes. 879 00:55:59,756 --> 00:56:01,631 - Here he is! - I'll get it. 880 00:56:03,466 --> 00:56:05,300 You're giving him that to drink? 881 00:56:08,009 --> 00:56:10,802 Lucien Cheval... Pierre Brochant, Just Leblanc. 882 00:56:10,969 --> 00:56:12,428 Mr Cheval, thank you for... 883 00:56:12,595 --> 00:56:14,679 - Don't tell me! - What? 884 00:56:16,096 --> 00:56:17,597 The soccer score. 885 00:56:17,763 --> 00:56:20,264 OK. But Paris evened the score... 886 00:56:20,431 --> 00:56:23,349 - They did? - No, I was putting you on! 887 00:56:23,724 --> 00:56:25,475 What an asshole! 888 00:56:26,475 --> 00:56:27,809 He's a royal one, isn't he? 889 00:56:29,727 --> 00:56:33,562 The look on his face when I said Paris got even! 890 00:56:34,729 --> 00:56:37,063 He's so happy now! Made his evening! 891 00:56:37,230 --> 00:56:39,773 We're in a hurry. Got the address? 892 00:56:39,940 --> 00:56:42,732 - He's the man I told you about... - Yes, the... 893 00:56:42,899 --> 00:56:45,275 - Right... - The address is in here. 894 00:56:45,442 --> 00:56:46,651 I'm starving. 895 00:56:46,818 --> 00:56:50,444 I'm all set with a fines herbes omelet. You'll love it! 896 00:56:52,653 --> 00:56:53,654 Am I the only one eating? 897 00:56:53,821 --> 00:56:55,988 We've all eaten... So where's this love nest? 898 00:56:56,989 --> 00:57:02,116 I audited a Michel Brochant 3 years ago. Are you related? 899 00:57:02,574 --> 00:57:04,200 Could be. Where does he live? 900 00:57:04,617 --> 00:57:06,534 In prison. He got 5 years. 901 00:57:07,618 --> 00:57:09,119 Nice guy. 902 00:57:09,286 --> 00:57:13,787 Had a fancy place like yours, that we auctioned off! 903 00:57:16,122 --> 00:57:17,664 Where's this love nest? 904 00:57:20,832 --> 00:57:24,084 It'll be buried in all of Meneaux's holdings! 905 00:57:24,250 --> 00:57:26,335 Advertising is lucrative! 906 00:57:28,460 --> 00:57:30,503 What's your racket, Mr Brochant? 907 00:57:30,836 --> 00:57:31,920 Publishing. 908 00:57:33,504 --> 00:57:34,963 Very profitable, too! 909 00:57:36,381 --> 00:57:38,590 Please, the address. 910 00:57:42,216 --> 00:57:45,051 St. James St, that's his home address... 911 00:57:45,635 --> 00:57:48,928 - Where is that love nest? - Here's your omelet! 912 00:57:50,845 --> 00:57:52,845 Thanks, Francois. 913 00:57:58,348 --> 00:58:00,808 An honest table wine. A bit coarse, 914 00:58:00,974 --> 00:58:02,517 but I get it for a song. 915 00:58:06,519 --> 00:58:08,019 Let's taste this omelet. 916 00:58:16,648 --> 00:58:18,690 A masterpiece, Francois! 917 00:58:18,857 --> 00:58:20,941 He's so silly... Thanks, Lucien. 918 00:58:22,150 --> 00:58:23,901 Light, unctuous... 919 00:58:24,068 --> 00:58:26,652 My secret's a few drops of beer in the eggs. 920 00:58:26,819 --> 00:58:28,861 The address, dammit! 921 00:58:30,404 --> 00:58:33,572 Lincoln St, that's his office... 922 00:58:34,072 --> 00:58:35,531 Temple St, 923 00:58:35,698 --> 00:58:37,323 that's not it either... 924 00:58:39,408 --> 00:58:40,867 You been attached? 925 00:58:42,742 --> 00:58:44,742 No, why? 926 00:58:44,742 --> 00:58:47,536 Those light patches. Paintings have been removed. 927 00:58:48,286 --> 00:58:51,830 He doesn't miss a trick! You're fabulous, Lucien! 928 00:58:53,747 --> 00:58:55,540 You came to help or audit? 929 00:58:55,956 --> 00:58:57,999 He came to help! Right? 930 00:58:58,166 --> 00:59:01,709 Hurry! Poor Mr Brochant is in a fix! 931 00:59:01,876 --> 00:59:03,626 Poor Mr Brochant... 932 00:59:04,127 --> 00:59:06,628 Meneaux's an operator, sure. 933 00:59:06,794 --> 00:59:10,129 We say:"The rooster's loose, lock up your hens!" 934 00:59:14,131 --> 00:59:17,716 Here we are: Barrès St. Near the park. 935 00:59:17,924 --> 00:59:19,717 37A Barrès St. 936 00:59:19,883 --> 00:59:21,217 - In Neuilly. - Great! 937 00:59:21,384 --> 00:59:23,927 - I'm off. - Wait, make sure she's there! 938 00:59:24,094 --> 00:59:26,761 Don't go till you're sure of it. 939 00:59:26,928 --> 00:59:29,221 He won't open the door. He's wary! 940 00:59:29,387 --> 00:59:32,097 - I'll smash it. - Easier said than done. 941 00:59:32,264 --> 00:59:34,431 You break in, and she's not there? 942 00:59:34,598 --> 00:59:36,432 - Then what? - What if we phone? 943 00:59:36,599 --> 00:59:41,017 To ask if my wife's in his bed, under his quilt? 944 00:59:41,518 --> 00:59:43,477 Under his quilt! 945 00:59:44,811 --> 00:59:46,811 You through? 946 00:59:57,525 --> 01:00:00,484 You had a knickknack there! 947 01:00:01,443 --> 01:00:03,402 I see the dust ring. 948 01:00:03,569 --> 01:00:05,528 I told you, he's a real pro. 949 01:00:05,695 --> 01:00:07,195 Bravo, Lucien! 950 01:00:07,487 --> 01:00:08,821 You'll make me blush. 951 01:00:08,988 --> 01:00:11,406 Don't be modest! You bust tax dodgers! 952 01:00:12,114 --> 01:00:14,407 We've got the address. Kick 'em out! 953 01:00:14,574 --> 01:00:16,491 Stop it, please! 954 01:00:16,866 --> 01:00:19,617 I've got an idea. Listen to this. 955 01:00:20,076 --> 01:00:23,036 We scare Meneaux to make him come clean. 956 01:00:23,202 --> 01:00:25,202 How? 957 01:00:25,202 --> 01:00:27,496 You say you know your wife's there. You're coming 958 01:00:27,663 --> 01:00:30,455 to wreck his place with 3 tough pals. 959 01:00:30,622 --> 01:00:32,622 Not bad. 960 01:00:32,622 --> 01:00:34,916 If she's there, he'll oust her. We'll know at once. 961 01:00:35,082 --> 01:00:37,333 A fine strategy! 962 01:00:37,500 --> 01:00:40,460 Who phones? Not me, he knows my voice! 963 01:00:40,626 --> 01:00:42,085 He knows mine, too. 964 01:00:42,252 --> 01:00:44,128 And mine. I'm there all day. 965 01:00:50,297 --> 01:00:52,673 I think I'm going to be needed! 966 01:00:53,299 --> 01:00:55,841 - Oh, no! - Only he can do it! 967 01:00:56,008 --> 01:00:57,717 I really feel up to it! 968 01:00:58,217 --> 01:00:59,885 We'll coach him, he'll do fine. 969 01:01:00,051 --> 01:01:01,219 You wait and see! 970 01:01:01,385 --> 01:01:03,761 If you don't want me, just say so! 971 01:01:03,928 --> 01:01:05,679 Who told us to call him? 972 01:01:06,429 --> 01:01:10,723 It must be someone who'd have the number of his love nest. 973 01:01:11,265 --> 01:01:14,516 Say, J.P.Roussin, his partner. They're very close. 974 01:01:14,683 --> 01:01:15,808 Roussin it is. 975 01:01:16,142 --> 01:01:17,976 Why isn't he calling himself? 976 01:01:18,601 --> 01:01:21,352 Why isn't Roussin calling? It'll seem odd. 977 01:01:21,519 --> 01:01:22,936 He can't, he's on a plane, 978 01:01:23,103 --> 01:01:25,979 headed for L.A. Meneaux told me that. 979 01:01:26,146 --> 01:01:28,146 It fits! 980 01:01:28,146 --> 01:01:29,648 We're calling for Roussin who's on a plane. 981 01:01:29,814 --> 01:01:30,898 Perfect! 982 01:01:31,065 --> 01:01:33,858 - Got the strategy? - It's simple. 983 01:01:34,941 --> 01:01:39,110 He has to rehearse! A lot! One hell of a lot! 984 01:01:39,277 --> 01:01:41,903 Sit down. Say after me: 985 01:01:43,403 --> 01:01:48,447 "I'm calling for J.P. Roussin. He's on a plane, but has a message for you. " 986 01:01:48,614 --> 01:01:49,990 - OK. - No, repeat it. 987 01:01:50,156 --> 01:01:52,241 I'm Meneaux, repeat what I said. 988 01:01:52,407 --> 01:01:53,658 I've got it! 989 01:01:54,116 --> 01:01:56,951 Please repeat precisely: "Hello... " 990 01:01:57,993 --> 01:02:00,703 "Hello, I'm calling for J.P. Roussin... " 991 01:02:00,869 --> 01:02:02,869 Good. 992 01:02:02,869 --> 01:02:04,204 "He's on a plane, and has a message for you. " 993 01:02:04,371 --> 01:02:06,371 Perfect! 994 01:02:06,371 --> 01:02:07,789 You add: "Brochant knows everything. " 995 01:02:08,247 --> 01:02:09,748 - OK. - No, repeat it! 996 01:02:09,915 --> 01:02:11,165 Come on, he's no idiot! 997 01:02:13,833 --> 01:02:15,626 "Brochant knows everything. " 998 01:02:17,626 --> 01:02:20,753 Then you say: "He knows about his wife. " 999 01:02:21,253 --> 01:02:23,004 If Meneaux asks who's speaking, 1000 01:02:23,462 --> 01:02:28,298 you say:"A friend of Roussin's. Brochant's coming with 3 pals. " 1001 01:02:30,215 --> 01:02:34,425 "He's with 3 of his toughest pals. " 1002 01:02:35,092 --> 01:02:36,093 He's talented! 1003 01:02:36,510 --> 01:02:39,553 - I'm just parroting. - He's excellent! 1004 01:02:39,719 --> 01:02:41,553 Couldn't I improvise a bit? 1005 01:02:41,720 --> 01:02:42,762 No! 1006 01:02:42,971 --> 01:02:45,138 Don't shout! You scared me! 1007 01:02:45,305 --> 01:02:47,598 Just stick to what I told you! 1008 01:02:48,098 --> 01:02:50,140 Let's go, we're wasting time! 1009 01:02:51,224 --> 01:02:53,224 What's the number? 1010 01:02:54,642 --> 01:02:57,519 0147473963. 1011 01:03:02,187 --> 01:03:03,313 We're off! 1012 01:03:03,688 --> 01:03:04,980 I'm scared. 1013 01:03:05,147 --> 01:03:07,898 - The strategy's fine. - I'm worried about the executor. 1014 01:03:08,732 --> 01:03:10,733 - It's ringing! - Loudspeaker! 1015 01:03:13,776 --> 01:03:15,360 Have they done it yet? 1016 01:03:20,320 --> 01:03:22,446 - Why doesn't he answer? - He's too busy! 1017 01:03:29,491 --> 01:03:30,783 - Pascal Meneaux? - Yes. 1018 01:03:31,283 --> 01:03:33,492 He sounds tired. That's bad. 1019 01:03:34,993 --> 01:03:36,327 A bad sign. 1020 01:03:37,036 --> 01:03:39,078 Sorry to bother you... 1021 01:03:39,578 --> 01:03:42,996 I'm calling on behalf of J.P. Roussin. 1022 01:03:43,205 --> 01:03:45,205 Yes? 1023 01:03:45,205 --> 01:03:47,332 He's on a plane, but he has a message for you. 1024 01:03:47,498 --> 01:03:48,582 Go ahead. 1025 01:03:48,749 --> 01:03:50,875 - Brochant knows all about it. - What? 1026 01:03:51,042 --> 01:03:53,251 He's coming to wreck your place! 1027 01:03:53,584 --> 01:03:55,584 Nice going. 1028 01:03:55,584 --> 01:03:56,461 Who is this? 1029 01:03:56,711 --> 01:04:00,879 A friend of Roussin's: Brochant's coming over, and not alone. 1030 01:04:01,046 --> 01:04:04,422 He's with 3 of his toughest pals. 1031 01:04:04,589 --> 01:04:06,340 He's crazy! His wife's not here! 1032 01:04:07,465 --> 01:04:08,883 You're not with her? 1033 01:04:09,675 --> 01:04:11,092 She canceled out. 1034 01:04:12,217 --> 01:04:13,260 Roussin said: 1035 01:04:13,426 --> 01:04:15,844 "He's with Mrs. Brochant. " 1036 01:04:16,011 --> 01:04:17,053 Not at all. 1037 01:04:17,220 --> 01:04:19,679 I'm with the wife of the tax man who's auditing me! 1038 01:04:24,139 --> 01:04:26,139 What? 1039 01:04:26,139 --> 01:04:28,349 A jerk who's hounded me for months. 1040 01:04:28,516 --> 01:04:31,101 I'm screwing his wife. Not Mrs. Brochant! 1041 01:04:36,478 --> 01:04:38,562 May I use your phone? 1042 01:04:38,729 --> 01:04:40,438 Of course. 1043 01:04:44,648 --> 01:04:48,024 She went shopping this afternoon, 1044 01:04:48,233 --> 01:04:53,735 I asked her to take a form to Meneaux's office. And bingo! 1045 01:04:57,487 --> 01:04:59,487 Good evening, Mr Meneaux. 1046 01:05:00,113 --> 01:05:03,281 Could I speak to Mrs Cheval please... 1047 01:05:03,448 --> 01:05:08,158 You know who I am. We meet tomorrow at 9AM, as usual. 1048 01:05:08,325 --> 01:05:10,367 We'll review your whole case. 1049 01:05:10,534 --> 01:05:12,618 Now let me speak to my wife. 1050 01:05:14,994 --> 01:05:16,954 Charlotte? Don't try to explain. 1051 01:05:17,120 --> 01:05:20,830 Leave that place at once! 1052 01:05:20,997 --> 01:05:22,956 Yes, put your clothes back on! 1053 01:05:23,123 --> 01:05:24,749 Of course you do! 1054 01:05:27,583 --> 01:05:32,043 I'm not alone, I can't talk now, we'll talk at home. 1055 01:05:32,877 --> 01:05:36,212 Charlotte! I did tape the ice-skating for you. 1056 01:05:47,592 --> 01:05:48,634 That wine... 1057 01:05:48,801 --> 01:05:50,510 It is a bit coarse. 1058 01:05:51,552 --> 01:05:54,470 - I'm going to puke! The bathroom! - Come, Lucien! 1059 01:05:54,928 --> 01:05:56,512 First door on the left! 1060 01:06:08,184 --> 01:06:09,309 I said left. 1061 01:06:13,520 --> 01:06:15,229 Interesting room! 1062 01:06:15,395 --> 01:06:18,855 A storage room, for valueless items. 1063 01:06:21,273 --> 01:06:23,566 - I don't care. It's awful! - What is? 1064 01:06:23,732 --> 01:06:25,817 He's a tax dodger, and I don't care! 1065 01:06:25,983 --> 01:06:30,443 Get hold of yourself. Run home and shower. Hang in there. 1066 01:06:31,611 --> 01:06:35,946 - Want the tape of the soccer game? - I'm in no mood for that. 1067 01:06:37,321 --> 01:06:39,281 - Good-bye, Mr Leblanc. - Good-bye, Mr Cheval. 1068 01:06:39,447 --> 01:06:42,490 - Good-bye, Mr Brochant. - Thanks for all your help. 1069 01:06:42,657 --> 01:06:43,949 Don't mention it. 1070 01:06:44,116 --> 01:06:48,618 We'll meet again soon: I'm going to audit you. All this is suspect. 1071 01:06:53,162 --> 01:06:54,912 He recovered fast! 1072 01:07:12,086 --> 01:07:15,880 - Where can she be? - I'll go home. If she calls, I'll call. 1073 01:07:16,338 --> 01:07:17,339 Thanks. 1074 01:07:18,297 --> 01:07:19,548 Good-bye, Mr Pignon. 1075 01:07:22,299 --> 01:07:23,466 Is everyone leaving? 1076 01:07:23,633 --> 01:07:25,759 Yes, you can leave too. 1077 01:07:31,970 --> 01:07:33,179 Yes, it's me. 1078 01:07:33,679 --> 01:07:37,014 I'm her husband. Is something wrong? 1079 01:07:40,140 --> 01:07:42,058 Which hospital? I'm coming! 1080 01:07:42,850 --> 01:07:45,142 She had a car smash. She's in West Side. 1081 01:07:45,309 --> 01:07:46,726 - Serious? - Just concussion, 1082 01:07:46,893 --> 01:07:49,394 but they're keeping her overnight. 1083 01:07:49,561 --> 01:07:52,729 - I could drive you. - No, thanks. 1084 01:08:13,905 --> 01:08:15,197 Pierre, it's me. 1085 01:08:17,114 --> 01:08:18,615 I know you're there. 1086 01:08:19,449 --> 01:08:21,658 You're not being nice. 1087 01:08:22,283 --> 01:08:26,869 You promised to leave your wife. Look how you treat me now! 1088 01:08:27,786 --> 01:08:32,037 Answer me! I need you, I'm not well! 1089 01:08:33,663 --> 01:08:37,957 Pick up the phone! If you don't, I'll do something silly! 1090 01:08:38,582 --> 01:08:41,166 His wife had an accident. He's at the hospital. 1091 01:08:42,292 --> 01:08:44,292 An accident? 1092 01:08:44,292 --> 01:08:45,960 - It's not serious, but... - Serves him right! 1093 01:08:46,835 --> 01:08:48,836 Don't say that, Marlene. 1094 01:08:49,003 --> 01:08:50,712 Serves him right! He's mean! 1095 01:08:50,879 --> 01:08:54,089 His wife's in the hospital, I'll kill myself. 1096 01:08:55,172 --> 01:08:59,799 Don't kill yourself. Try to understand, it's been hell... 1097 01:08:59,966 --> 01:09:01,342 He's a bastard! 1098 01:09:03,009 --> 01:09:06,052 Shit, my glass!... Poor carpet... 1099 01:09:07,886 --> 01:09:10,887 Why did I fall for a bastard? 1100 01:09:12,055 --> 01:09:13,263 Sorry, I have to hang up. 1101 01:09:13,805 --> 01:09:14,848 Don't hang up! 1102 01:09:15,389 --> 01:09:19,391 Talk to me some more, it's such a help. 1103 01:09:20,225 --> 01:09:22,225 Hang up! 1104 01:09:22,225 --> 01:09:24,101 - She's suicidal. - Blackmail, hang up! 1105 01:09:24,352 --> 01:09:25,477 Where are my keys? 1106 01:09:25,644 --> 01:09:28,687 Don't do anything silly! Swear you won't! 1107 01:09:28,854 --> 01:09:30,896 Please be sensible. 1108 01:09:31,063 --> 01:09:34,439 You're nice... But he's a bastard! 1109 01:09:36,440 --> 01:09:38,691 One hell of a bastard! 1110 01:09:38,858 --> 01:09:40,484 Don't say that. 1111 01:09:41,067 --> 01:09:42,401 He's so mean! 1112 01:09:42,568 --> 01:09:44,819 Even his way of having fun! 1113 01:09:44,985 --> 01:09:46,611 I have to go now... 1114 01:09:46,820 --> 01:09:50,696 If he hadn't hurt his back, he'd be making fun of a guy. 1115 01:09:52,030 --> 01:09:54,323 How'd he be doing that? 1116 01:09:54,490 --> 01:09:55,698 Hang up! 1117 01:09:55,865 --> 01:09:57,616 Didn't he tell you? 1118 01:09:59,242 --> 01:10:02,451 Every week, they hold a "dinner for idiots". 1119 01:10:03,535 --> 01:10:07,495 They invite an idiot and make fun of him all night! 1120 01:10:17,333 --> 01:10:18,417 Let's go! 1121 01:10:21,960 --> 01:10:23,960 Your briefcase. 1122 01:10:23,961 --> 01:10:26,003 Make it snappy. I'm in a hurry. 1123 01:10:30,880 --> 01:10:33,340 What was tonight's dinner for? 1124 01:10:33,506 --> 01:10:35,716 For friends who admired your work! 1125 01:10:35,882 --> 01:10:38,342 - Let's go! - Were there other guests? 1126 01:10:38,508 --> 01:10:41,551 Let's talk in the elevator. 1127 01:10:41,802 --> 01:10:43,094 What kind of guests? 1128 01:10:44,886 --> 01:10:46,762 Why these questions? 1129 01:10:47,971 --> 01:10:50,764 How do you pick your guests? 1130 01:10:51,097 --> 01:10:53,098 Get to the point. 1131 01:10:54,891 --> 01:10:58,142 Did you invite me to a dinner for idiots? 1132 01:11:10,230 --> 01:11:12,023 It's you, darling. I was just leaving. 1133 01:11:12,190 --> 01:11:13,899 How are you? 1134 01:11:15,774 --> 01:11:17,400 What do you mean? 1135 01:11:18,276 --> 01:11:21,277 I love you, you can't be there all alone! 1136 01:11:22,986 --> 01:11:26,738 I've learned a lot tonight, I need you! 1137 01:11:29,655 --> 01:11:31,656 To hell with her! 1138 01:11:32,323 --> 01:11:33,699 She's not my girlfriend! 1139 01:11:33,866 --> 01:11:35,616 That cretin made it up! 1140 01:11:37,117 --> 01:11:40,327 I'm coming. We'll talk it over, OK? 1141 01:11:49,456 --> 01:11:50,623 The cretin 1142 01:11:50,790 --> 01:11:52,582 is leaving. But tell me: 1143 01:11:54,041 --> 01:11:57,167 did you invite me to a dinner for idiots? 1144 01:12:01,628 --> 01:12:03,295 Look, in one evening 1145 01:12:03,462 --> 01:12:08,839 you avenged all the idiots who attended our dinners for all times. 1146 01:12:09,339 --> 01:12:10,798 Good night, Mr Pignon. 1147 01:12:11,632 --> 01:12:13,632 She's right. 1148 01:12:13,632 --> 01:12:15,092 - You're mean. - So I'm mean! 1149 01:12:15,258 --> 01:12:18,551 My wife says it, everyone agrees: I'm mean. 1150 01:12:21,011 --> 01:12:24,888 Put it on my answering machine: "Brochant is a meanie!" 1151 01:12:27,639 --> 01:12:30,056 Don't mix sedatives and alcohol. 1152 01:12:30,223 --> 01:12:32,558 Why not? It's the moral of this story: 1153 01:12:33,266 --> 01:12:34,558 Brochant the meanie 1154 01:12:34,725 --> 01:12:36,809 gets drunk alone in his big pad, 1155 01:12:36,976 --> 01:12:41,395 nice Pignon goes home saying: "The bastard got punished!" 1156 01:12:41,561 --> 01:12:44,729 "Brochant's a meanie, Pignon's a beanie!" 1157 01:12:51,316 --> 01:12:52,900 Now what? 1158 01:12:53,066 --> 01:12:54,984 Number of the West Side Hospital. 1159 01:12:55,317 --> 01:12:56,484 He's at it again! 1160 01:12:59,694 --> 01:13:00,778 Thanks. 1161 01:13:02,070 --> 01:13:05,280 You won't get her. It's a city hospital. 1162 01:13:07,739 --> 01:13:08,906 West Side Hospital. 1163 01:13:09,073 --> 01:13:13,325 Mrs Christine Brochant, please. She was in a car accident. 1164 01:13:13,492 --> 01:13:17,869 No calls for patients after 6 PM. Call tomorrow. 1165 01:13:18,494 --> 01:13:20,494 There you go! 1166 01:13:20,494 --> 01:13:22,412 I must speak to Mrs Brochant. 1167 01:13:23,788 --> 01:13:25,580 This is Professor Sorbier. 1168 01:13:26,039 --> 01:13:27,748 Sorry, sir, please hold on. 1169 01:13:28,665 --> 01:13:30,874 I'm in a rush, dear, hurry! 1170 01:13:34,126 --> 01:13:36,835 - Mrs Brochant for you, Professor. - Thanks, dear. 1171 01:13:39,461 --> 01:13:42,004 Stop this farce. She just hung up on me. 1172 01:13:45,672 --> 01:13:47,673 Prof. Sorbier for you. 1173 01:13:52,675 --> 01:13:53,801 Mrs Brochant? 1174 01:13:54,760 --> 01:13:55,885 Yes, doctor. 1175 01:13:56,927 --> 01:13:59,845 I'm not Professor Sorbier. 1176 01:14:01,346 --> 01:14:03,346 Who is this? 1177 01:14:03,346 --> 01:14:06,264 It's your husband's idiot. 1178 01:14:08,557 --> 01:14:10,557 What? 1179 01:14:10,557 --> 01:14:12,642 We met briefly, my name's Pignon, 1180 01:14:12,809 --> 01:14:15,518 I'm your husband's idiot for that dinner. 1181 01:14:18,686 --> 01:14:19,812 I'm listening. 1182 01:14:21,021 --> 01:14:25,606 I found out why I was invited. I'm in a state of shock. 1183 01:14:25,815 --> 01:14:28,191 You were in a crash: so was I! 1184 01:14:30,275 --> 01:14:31,317 Hello? 1185 01:14:32,859 --> 01:14:33,985 Yes, I'm here. 1186 01:14:34,735 --> 01:14:37,820 I'm not calling because I'm sorry for myself: 1187 01:14:37,986 --> 01:14:40,071 I'm sorry for him. 1188 01:14:40,237 --> 01:14:42,322 He may not be the meanest of men, 1189 01:14:42,488 --> 01:14:44,989 but he's the unhappiest. 1190 01:14:45,865 --> 01:14:49,075 I heard you tell him not to visit you. 1191 01:14:49,241 --> 01:14:51,992 He was so lost, so miserable, 1192 01:14:52,493 --> 01:14:55,786 that I forgot I was the idiot and called you. 1193 01:14:56,369 --> 01:14:57,578 Mrs Brochant? 1194 01:14:59,329 --> 01:15:04,331 My wife left me 2 years ago: that day my life was shattered. 1195 01:15:05,165 --> 01:15:08,083 I survived by making my models, 1196 01:15:08,416 --> 01:15:11,459 but deep down I'm still a wreck. 1197 01:15:11,626 --> 01:15:14,961 I wish that to no one, not even your husband. 1198 01:15:17,670 --> 01:15:19,296 He's beside you? 1199 01:15:21,297 --> 01:15:23,297 What? 1200 01:15:23,589 --> 01:15:27,424 Feeding you the lines of this moving drama? 1201 01:15:28,133 --> 01:15:32,135 I swear it was my idea to call you. He fed me nothing. 1202 01:15:33,969 --> 01:15:35,344 Is he beside you? 1203 01:15:37,304 --> 01:15:39,971 No, I'm in a phone booth. 1204 01:15:43,765 --> 01:15:46,558 He doesn't love me. He loves no one. 1205 01:15:48,308 --> 01:15:49,767 Mrs Brochant, 1206 01:15:49,934 --> 01:15:53,602 for 2 hours I saw your husband try to find you. 1207 01:15:53,769 --> 01:15:57,854 He even called Pascal Meneaux, who was in the arms 1208 01:15:58,021 --> 01:15:59,938 of a woman who wasn't you! 1209 01:16:01,147 --> 01:16:02,940 He phoned Meneaux? 1210 01:16:03,482 --> 01:16:05,482 He did. 1211 01:16:05,482 --> 01:16:07,775 You can't imagine what he did out of love for you. 1212 01:16:07,942 --> 01:16:12,152 He made up with his best friend, dumped his girlfriend, 1213 01:16:12,444 --> 01:16:15,528 braved a tax inspector! 1214 01:16:16,070 --> 01:16:20,447 He tidied up his whole life, in an exemplary way. 1215 01:16:20,697 --> 01:16:25,699 Now he's alone in his big apartment mixing alcohol and pills. 1216 01:16:26,908 --> 01:16:28,534 I'm worried about him. 1217 01:16:29,201 --> 01:16:32,327 I know one can die of love, Mrs Brochant. 1218 01:16:35,537 --> 01:16:39,164 I'll think it over. Thanks for calling. 1219 01:16:40,539 --> 01:16:41,956 Don't mention it. 1220 01:16:43,290 --> 01:16:44,666 Good-bye. 1221 01:16:49,460 --> 01:16:50,794 She'll call back. 1222 01:16:58,964 --> 01:17:02,257 We're going the next dinner: you're taking me! 1223 01:17:03,007 --> 01:17:05,758 - I'll win first prize. - I'm exhausted. 1224 01:17:06,092 --> 01:17:08,426 Being smart is very tiring. 1225 01:17:08,593 --> 01:17:09,843 I'll try it some time. 1226 01:17:10,010 --> 01:17:12,303 Promise me one thing. 1227 01:17:12,470 --> 01:17:14,470 Just ask. 1228 01:17:14,470 --> 01:17:16,096 Think twice before you call anyone an idiot. 1229 01:17:16,846 --> 01:17:19,181 I promise. I swear it. 1230 01:17:21,348 --> 01:17:22,974 Here he is, Mrs Brochant! 1231 01:17:23,141 --> 01:17:25,558 I thought you were in a phone booth? 1232 01:17:26,851 --> 01:17:28,310 You idiot! 1233 01:17:28,935 --> 01:17:31,311 No, I'm back at his place. 1234 01:17:31,478 --> 01:17:33,103 I can explain! 1235 01:17:33,770 --> 01:17:36,688 - What an idiot! - I'll call her back! 1236 01:17:36,855 --> 01:17:39,856 - I'll call her back, it'll be fine! - What an idiot! 87569