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An amazing egg.

The outside is crunchy, almost completely consistent.

Inside, however, life itself still pulsates.

This is perfection.

And the time?

Something is moving.

A storm?

I'm afraid so.

Let's hope ours guest find the way.

He will find her.

A guest?

Come in, come in!

Nice to meet you.

My pleasure.

Let me show you to your room.

She voila!

Come in. Don't be afraid.

Gorgeous, right?

Slightly Spartan.

No windows.

Just one step away from nature.

It didn't mention in the ad a view of the lake?

I do not think.

But no light enters here.

And he can't even get out of it.

He was looking for peace of mind, wasn't he?

Yes.

Here you can have it.

Here he can concentrate on his work.

Rent in advance please.

Certainly.

I'm afraid this be all I have.

Do not worry.

She will be able to help out around the house.

But first, I'll give you a nice foot bath.

Great.

Welcome!

Almost human again.

The water will become a tasty soup.

Really fun.

Could I have more knödel?

Of course.

Good?

It is typical of the area. And she?

I'm from the city.

What brings you here?

I seek peace and solitude for my work.

Something scientific?

Exactly! And it requires total concentration.

What are you writing about?

Do you know Higgs particles?

Actually, no. But it looks very interesting.

Mom, I can't sleep.

You should be in bed.

I had a nightmare. Can you sing me a lullaby?

Have you done your homework?

I tried.

Would you excuse me?

Is he your son?

Yes, his name is Klaus. Why?

Thank you.

Don't pay attention to me, I'm alone rummaging through my library.

His work has to do with mathematics?

Yes.

Astrology? Stars and stuff?

In a certain way, yes, I'm trying to merge multiple fields.

Something new.

If you need help, I also graduated.

Very kind, thank you.

Look forward an exchange of ideas.

From one intellectual to another.

Me too.

Heinrich?

You are there?

I spoke to Heinrich.

What did he tell you?

He's worried. Klaus makes no progress.

Rome was not built in one day.

Stop that.

From now on, the student will be in charge of Klaus' education.

What?

But I'm his teacher!

Make sure the student take charge of the lessons.

You focus on your other talents.

Ah, the student.

Do you like water?

Yes, good and refreshing.

It's a pleasure to hear it.

It seems she has a certain appetite.

Two portions the other night, all those dumplings...

Have you always eaten this much?

Should I eat less?

No, not at all!

But I have an idea how it might repay her debts.

My debts?

You listen, normally I'll teach Klaus,

but since I have to take care of it of the family alone,

he would really help if he could teach our little one something.

For a student like her, it will be a walk in the park.

Unfortunately I have a lot to do and little time.

I think I'll hold off my appetite from now on.

Everything is fine?

Very good.

Where is your son?

What is he doing outside? Why isn't he at the table?

Hello, Klaus!

No!

Don't talk to him, please!

He's grounded, he's not improving in my studies.

Klaus, when will you get better, you will be able to sit with us again.

Thanks Mom.

My husband doesn't have time for chores and teaching.

And maybe they miss them skills too.

I do not know what to do.

Without proper education, Klaus is done for.

Help him, just a few hours.

Please!

Ok I will.

Varying it a little wouldn't hurt me.

Thank you! You're a good guy.

She helps herself, the soup is still hot.

Very, very hot.

Well...

We are entrusting you with our Klaus.

Klaus!

Yes, dad?

Today, you will take lessons from the student.

What? Why?

Do not argue!

I'll come at break to check your progress.

Make sure it's ready for the outside world.

If he doesn't obey... use that club.

Agree?

So you're Klaus?

HI.

Well, let's get started.

What do you know about the system global financial man, Klaus?

It is huge.

Microcredits?

They are small?

Maybe it's better let me read something to you.

What do you think about it?

And this is like Paul Volcker he was replaced by Alan Greenspan

as president to the Federal Reserve.

Some questions?

Yes, Klaus?

What color was his jacket on your first day at work?

Interesting question, really very interesting.

What else are you interested in?

The capitals.

Well!

Now let's play a game.

- The capital of France? - Brussels.

- No. Capital of France? - Fly.

- No! Capital of France? - Italy.

- No! Capital of France? - Crete.

- No! Capital of France? - Italy.

- No! Capital of France? - Paris.

No Yes!

- Capital of the United States? - America.

No.

Capital of France?

Atlantis.

You will show my parents what I learned, right?

But you haven't learned anything.

Because you haven't taught me anything!

Give me your hand.

What are you doing?

Let's start with the capitals.

The capitals!

Every educated person he should know them.

Klaus!

What is the capital of Norway?

Oslo!

The capital of South Africa?

Pretoria!

The capital of North Korea?

Pyongyang.

One moment!

Something doesn't convince me, dear student.

Klaus...

What is the capital of...

Turkmenistan?

Ashgabat!

Good boy! That's great, honey.

She too. Well done.

I'll go back to my work then.

Absolutely not. She did great things.

We finally have a real guardian.

Legal guardian?

How do you want to be rewarded?

- Jokes! - Yes!

Now, this is a good one.

A vacuum cleaner salesman goes to a farm,

throw away some rubbish on the floor and says:

“Madam, every piece of dirt that the vacuum cleaner leaves on the floor,

I'll eat it with a spoon."

"You start to take the spoon, We don't have electricity here."

Does he have to eat dirt now?

Dad is funny.

The author uses a classic contrast among modern technology

and rural tradition.

A fantastic joke that exploits the archaic dualism between interior and exterior.

Where do I end up? Where do you start?

This is brilliant.

This is high level humor!

Enough laughing for today.

It's time for bed, Klaus.

Yes? Good night!

Good night!

Wait!

I have another one.

A pig passes through a power socket and says:

"Hey! Who locked you up like that?"

You worked hard today.

Your mother is proud of you.

But you can always do better.

Right?

Mom?

Yes?

I am hungry.

Ask Heinrich.

Heinrich, I could have something to eat?

Good results must be rewarded.

Feed the boy!

Heidegger writes:

"The annihilation of nothingness occurs from being into being."

Mr. student?

Yes?

What is "being"?

"Being" is not easy to explain.

Basically, that's all there is, except the being itself, of course.

Everything?

Mmm.

My mother?

Yes..

He's my father?

Yes.

And me?

You too, Klaus.

Mr. student?

What is "being"?

Klaus, how old are you?

Eight.

You look older.

I'm 8 years old.

Have you always taken lessons here?

Always.

Have you never gone to school?

No, I wouldn't get stimulation there.

After all, that is my destiny to become president one day.

President?

Yahoo!

Klaus says you have big plans for him.

Yes, President.

Isn't he too ambitious?

What does it mean?

Many people want become president.

Maybe for Klaus it's a bit much.

How much impertinence. This is an affront.

In this way he is insulting us!

I didn't mean to be rude...

He saw how Klaus he learned the capitals.

That's right, the capitals.

But it's not enough to become President, haven't you thought about it?

Klaus, show this man what are you capable of.

Klaus...

What is the capital of Nigeria?

Mama...

Mamachusetts?

Mom...

You must excuse my wife, she is very touchy these days.

How come?

Stress, a lot of things...

She doesn't know what it means to be a woman.

Real.

You tell me.

Not beautiful. Difficult.

Do you know what it feels like?

Yes.

And how?

I read a lot.

What do you like to read?

Einstein, physics, quantum, the nature of relativity.

That kind of thing.

Take the weather, for example.

If you read an interesting book, time passes quickly.

If you are waiting for the doctor, time passes slowly.

Excuse me a moment.

You know son, this does more harm to me than to you.

I know, dad.

When you grow up, you can be the one to hit others.

And when will it happen?

One day, my son. One day.

It's cruel!

It's called educating.

But it's my responsibility!

Then get up.

We should punish her too.

I'm sorry, mom.

It's okay, honey.

I can't concentrate on my work.

So why doesn't she leave?

Do you love your mother?

Yes...

Klaus has to learn. Otherwise he would be lost.

What can I do?

He's a winner, not a loser.

Yes, Heinrich.

Sure I will.

You are superior to us humans.

I thank you!

Who is he talking to?

Heinrich.

And who is it?

Heinrich is something wonderful.

Magnificent like no other.

I was very little when Heinrich came to me.

He came from very far away.

He was the leader of a very civilization developed of another galaxy.

He came to visit me every night.

We were happy, we were close.

For some time.

Then Heinrich fell ill.

He moved into my house.

And with him, his people.

Look.

If he's lucky, Heinrich he will also talk to her.

Try it.

Let's go.

Come.

Don't be afraid.

How beautiful you are. You are so gorgeous.

She starts from the beginning with Klaus.

Help him.

And I will help you.

Capital of the United States?

Heidelberg?

No.

Capital of Greece?

Brussels.

No!

Everything useless.

Completely useless.

Capital of Russia?

Prague?

No.

Klaus.

The capital of France?

New York?

Paris?

Exact!

Capital of Russia?

Fly!

Well done, Klaus.

Capital of China?

Mom dad. I think I know recognize the capitals now.

Then shoot!

Afghanistan, Kabul. Egypt, Cairo. Andorra, Andorra. Angola, Luanda.

Australia, Canberra. Azerbaijan, Baku. Algeria, Algieri. China, Beijing.

Georgia, Tbilisi. Greece, Athens. Mauritius, Port Louis.

Singapore, Singapore. Cyprus, Nicosia.

Come here, my son!

Sit down. I'm proud of you!

And only 4 fingers hurt!

It doesn't matter, you still have the fifth.

Knowledge is the explosion of curiosity! Knowledge is the light in the darkness!

Knowledge elevates us from barbarians in enlightened minds.

Klaus, I have to admit, you are on the right track.

With the right methods the professor brought our son

on the road to success.

Sometimes we have to adapt our principles to reality.

Capital of Ethiopia?

Addis Ababa.

Good boy!

You will soon be moving to the White House.

Let's have a toast!

To our professor!

Klaus?

That's all for today.

Too strong?

What? No.

Klaus?

Do you feel OK?

You look pale to me.

I am fine.

We could do something else.

We play a game?

A game?

What would that be?

Don't you know what it means to play?

Never played before?

Is this playing?

Klaus, playing is collecting the eraser and throw it at me.

Mom said...

Klaus, pick up the eraser.

Force!

Klaus, throw the eraser!

I like to play.

I think that's enough.

Can I stay up a little longer?

As you like.

We will see each other later.

What happens when you meet a woman with an octopus?

What happens when do you meet a woman and an octopus?

I don't know, but for sure knows how to knit.

Klaus?

Klaus!

Klaus!

What are you doing?

Come here.

Well. That's better.

Marvelous!

You're beautiful.

I am so happy.

Come here.

You come.

Mom!

Mom, I don't want cuddles.

What's wrong with you? You're sick?

Have you got a fever?

No. I just don't want cuddles.

You're lying.

Liars don't become presidents.

What's going on, Klaus?

I wasn't learning.

We were playing.

Playing?

Mom?

Heinrich...

Heinrich...

I need an advice.

What do you want?

Klaus is acting strangely.

What should I do?

Don't you notice that Klaus is being manipulated, silly?

If the student continues like this, it will take Klaus away from us.

Do you want Klaus to go away?

Do you want me to abandon you?

I don't want Klaus to go away.

We'll do what you want.

The student must leave!

You are right...

The student must leave.

Hi, is it a nuisance?

Yes, well...

Do you want to write on mine friends diary?

Okay, leave it there.

Here?

Is this your job?

Yes.

Something is missing.

The last component.

What is missing?

Hey...

Can I sleep in your room tonight?

Klaus... the bed is too small.

I beg you! I had a nightmare.

Agree.

Thank you!

Do you know what day it is tomorrow?

Monday?

Tomorrow is my birthday.

There will be a great party.

Will you come?

I think so.

Fantastic.

I'm so excited.

It will be the best day beautiful thing in my life.

Good night, Klaus.

Good night, student.

♪ Happy birthday to me ♪

♪ Happy birthday to me ♪

♪ Happy birthday to me ♪

♪ Happy birthday Mr President ♪

♪ Happy birthday to me ♪

♪ Happy birthday to me ♪

Happy birthday, Klaus!

We are gathered here, dear Klaus, to wish you a happy birthday.

Thanks Mom.

Thanks Mom.

It's a very special moment for you too, professor.

We want her to go deservedly retired.

Without her, Klaus wouldn't be arrived where he is today.

His work is done, the debt is paid.

I wish you the best for the future.

Pension?

Does she have to leave?

Actually my job... it is not finished yet.

You can't send me away!

She and her work!

Let's party!

Do you have to leave?

I'm sorry, Klaus.

Come on, everyone come and dance!

I don't want you to leave.

You too, student. Dance!

I don't want to dance!

DIPLOMA "The student"

Come on, Mr. student!

Let's go come on! Dance!

Turn, turn, come on!

Spin!

Faster, faster!

She too! Come and dance!

Why doesn't she dance? Don't be a party pooper!

Courage!

You're crazy!

Klaus?

Klaus!

Go away!

It's all her fault!

My best friend

Klaus?

Klaus!

Klaus!

Mom?

Sleep!

Aha! The student!

Where is he going?

Let me pass.

Pass... like soup?

Let me pass!

Puree like soup.

Klaus...

I was so close...

I almost had it.

What?

The theory...

- The theory of... - Shhhh...

Don't worry.

Klaus? You feel better.

Well.

Sit next to me.

Mom, I'm leaving.

What are you talking about?

You can't say a thing like that to your mother.

Goodbye, mother!

You stay here!

Stay here!

Stay...