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MADE IN PERU

We're out in 30.

Are you excited?

How are you feeling?

You have been the best.

Are you okay?

Ernesto!

Don't touch it.

Ernesto?

I don't want to…

He's dead.

CHABUCA BASED ON ERNESTO PIMENTEL'S STORY

AREQUIPA, 1978

Come on. There it is.

You help me with this, and you, over here.

Like that.

What are you doing? Get over here!

Damned children!

- The chabucona! - Run!

- Let's go. - Run!

You cowards! I know who you are!

Don't you ever cross my path or you'll see!

Run!

Come quick.

- What's up with this dude? - Freaking asshole.

It's two soles.

Two soles.

Two soles, freak.

- Don't call me freak! - Chill!

Ernesto.

- We're broke, man. - You're broke?

- Then get lost. - No, wait!

- Chill. - We've got something better.

What?

Hey, freak. I'm not dressing up as a broad!

I told you not to call me freak.

This belongs to that girl you like. Marleni.

Take it.

- Follow me. Before I change my mind. - Great, Ernesto.

- What is it, man? - Stop it.

Or you're dead.

Let's go, let's go.

- Excuse me. - Make some room.

She's still dancing.

Bravo!

The convent garden

Reminds me of yesterday

Its beautiful fountain

Has filled me with spleen

That Nelly is a bomb.

…The fountain…

- Hey, that's my mom! - I'm just saying.

…A witness to my desire

To convince you of my love

- Time to go! - No!

No, wait!

- You're done. - No!

I'm home.

Hey, mom. I'm coming.

My sweet little gentleman.

- What's that? - Did you like it?

I loved it.

Mom, am I a freak?

A freak?

Who isn't?

No one in this family can escape that.

Grandma reads tarot and cures the evil eye.

Your uncle is 35 and has never worked a day.

And I'm a single mother.

It's not the same, mom.

There's something wrong with me. I'm not normal.

But who wants to be normal?

What does that even mean?

I don't know.

Being normal must be boring.

You…

You are too special to be boring.

Some day you will see that.

I don't believe you.

You don't?

Your mother has done some crazy things.

But you have been, by far, the best.

Mom! It took me 20 minutes to get my hair done!

- Let me fix you up. - No, I can do it.

Hurry, finish your breakfast.

The Fuentes García Brothers circus!

Come see the circus!

We're waiting for you! The circus has come to town!

The Fuentes García Brothers circus!

- Hello! - Happiness came with the circus!

The best circus in Peru!

We're waiting for you!

Don't miss the best clowns, jugglers and magicians!

It must be so amazing.

I'd love to go.

Keep dreaming. We can't even afford playing ball.

The circus has come to town!

The Fuentes García Brothers circus!

Come see the circus!

You're not allowed to go out at night.

Unless the house is on fire.

Can I work and not worry about you?

Of course.

There's a birthday coming soon.

Yes, of a very smart and good looking person.

And I'm sure he loves his vegetables.

Mom, I think you're confused.

Are you feeling okay? Do you have a fever? Come here.

Yes, you do. You better stay home.

Do you know what I'll get you for your birthday?

It's okay, mom, don't spend your money on me.

Thanks, mom.

Just what I needed.

Open it.

I'm not wearing these socks now.

See if they're the right fit.

"Fuentes García Circus."

Mom.

How did you know?

You deserve it.

Happy birthday.

They say there's a guy in a motorbike spinning inside a metal cage.

That's amazing, but it's getting late. Time to sleep now.

Mom.

I liked the socks too.

I wish you could stay.

Me too.

Don't you cry

Little wounded dove

For your tears torment me

Don't you cry

Little wounded dove

For your tears torment me

If I could give you

The comfort you deserve

I swear I would even give you my life…

Auntie Zoila!

Hello.

Are you okay?

Honey.

Is everything alright?

It's your mom.

What?

- Good morning. - Good morning. Can I help you?

I come on Ms. Nelly's behalf.

Is this your ring?

Yes, it is.

Your mom pawned it for money.

You gave her 100, but we have some extra expenses.

If you give us 60, you can have it back.

But it has to be today.

It was so sudden.

He is here with me.

He looks okay but…

You know.

Come here quickly, mom.

I need you to come here quickly.

Yes.

Yes.

This one is cherry wood.

It's a bit expensive.

I recommend that one over there.

Without the inner lining, you can have it for a thousand soles.

I only have 800.

Hail, Mary, full of grace.

The Lord is with thee.

Blessed art thou among women

and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.

Holy Mary, mother of God,

pray for us, sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Don't you cry

Little wounded dove

For your tears torment me

Don't you cry

Little wounded dove

For your tears torment me

If I could give you

The comfort you deserve

I swear I would even give you my life

If I could heal that wound in you

I swear I would even die for you

- Bye, Mom. - Bye, my daughter.

Let's go, Ernesto.

Take care.

Come on, let's go.

Get in.

Grandma, I want to keep going to school in Lima.

We'll see.

Are you okay?

Ernesto!

Ernesto.

Hey, Ernesto.

LIMA, 1985

Hi.

Grandma.

Hi, Uncle. Grandma.

I've just seen a chabucona.

What did he say?

That's what we call big women with a generous bosom.

Like those you could never have.

I told you. We should've left him in an "orpenage."

- Orphanage. - What did I say?

- "Orpenage." - What's that?

- Orphanage. - Are you correcting me?

- Shut up you two! - It's always the same!

You act like a girl!

Aren't you eating? I'll get you a plate.

My mother has dignity. She won't eat scraps.

- It's langoy. - Same crap.

Enough already!

- You never get her food! - Don't point your finger!

We've been notified.

We're being evicted.

The neighbors want to hire a lawyer to try to stop them.

It'll be 100 soles.

- All together? - See how dumb he is?

I'm just asking!

Shut up or I'll rip your head off!

No, it'll be 100 soles per family.

That's it then.

I'll have to get a job.

Here. I know you like it.

Get lost.

We don't give money in this institution.

- We offer food, clothing… - I know, Sister Rosa.

We need all that too.

But if you could slip some money inside the bread…

no one would ever know, right?

Estelita, we can't give any money.

- I can't… - I know.

But look at that face.

Show her the face.

This is my own money.

Take it as a personal loan.

Thank you, Sister Rosa.

Sister, I can work to pay you back.

I can clean, sweep, mop.

I make a good ceviche.

I write poems. I can add ice to the holy water.

I can iron your habit.

I'm good at writing, I can write your letters.

Anything you need.

Okay.

Then you can handle the door, and the people coming in and out.

Stop.

Name and business here.

I'm in a hurry.

Unless your name is "Imina" and your surname is "Hurry,"

your answer's not valid.

Name and business here.

Roberto Miyashiro.

I'm here to deliver donations for Nueva Esperanza.

- You can go. - Thank you.

Name and reason to exit.

Susana Prieto. I want to go home.

You can go.

A YEAR LATER

Name and business here.

Every month is the same business.

Roberto Miyashiro.

I'm here to pick up some donations for Nueva Esperanza.

You can go.

Thank you.

We've got a lot of donations. They need to be sorted by…

What happened here?

I sorted everything last night.

You didn't sleep?

If I got sleepy, I closed one eye and kept sorting with the other.

What about your homework?

Five bags plus five bags.

- That makes ten. - Ernesto.

I finished it, don't worry.

You're a wonderful kid.

Right?

I say the same thing to my grandma, but she won't listen.

Did you choose something for you?

No, sister, this is for people in need.

You are in need too, son.

Pick something.

Go on.

Can it be for my grandma?

For her and for you.

So she won't get jealous.

Next stop.

Próceres. Next stop.

Passenger off.

Next stop. Let's go.

To Vice and Próceres.

What happened?

Grandma?

Just life, son.

I got paid today.

I'll pay the electricity bill.

Let's get some picarones from Julita now.

We're getting evicted.

Didn't the lawyer say…

The owner got an eviction order.

What if we protest?

We chain ourselves to the gate and go on a hunger strike.

Our life already is a hunger strike.

You'd just die.

- Are we there, Uncle? - Keep walking.

- Keep going with your cane, Mom. - Right.

We'll get an empire.

Hey, guys.

Are we staying here?

You know my eyesight isn't that good.

I've got a room at the nursing home.

I would only be a burden for you here.

You've got so much to do. You can't be looking after me.

I can take care of you.

It's all good, Mom.

You're leaving too?

Sorry, kid.

I've got a job at the mine.

But I'll come by as soon as I've some time off.

I promise.

You haven't worked in 14 years and now you've got a job?

Come here, kid.

Excuse me, Mom.

Don't be stupid, boy.

I wish I could've lived by myself at your age.

I would've got so many girls. That's for sure.

- And get drunk and high… - Shut up!

Don't corrupt him!

You have a great ear, don't you? You can hear just fine.

I'm just cheering him up.

Take care of this place, okay?

Don't let anyone take our valuables, my jewelry and appliances…

- You say nothing but nonsense. - I'm cheering him up.

- What about the rain? - Don't worry.

We have this roofing designed by NASA, look.

Help me put it up.

Beat his ass up!

Beat his ass up.

Beat his ass up.

Next stop.

If you get off at the next stop, I'll buy you an anticucho.

There you go.

- Thanks. - Go ahead.

You need to put the sauce first.

I'll do it for you, okay?

- Just a little, don't make it too spicy. - Don't worry.

But if it is…

you can let me know.

Okay.

- You come here often? - No.

- It's good. - Is it?

Hello.

Two hot showers, please.

Okay.

This is for you.

Come on.

Hi, neighbor.

You scared me, boy!

Sorry.

It's past 11 p.m.

I have a school test and I have no power at home.

Did they cut it?

No, we still don't have it.

Let me stay a bit longer.

I bought it with my money.

Sister Rosa speaks well of you.

- Thanks. - It's her you need to thank.

Then I take it back.

Sorry.

I hope you're not a disappointment.

This scholarship isn't for just anyone.

If your behavior and scores are not as expected, you may lose it.

Are we clear?

Yes.

Let's go.

He was a professor at San Marcos University.

- Professor. - Monsignor.

Be seated.

This is Ernesto Pimentel, your new classmate.

Quiet!

I hope your behavior reflects the education you're getting here.

Hello, Ernesto.

You can sit over there.

It looks like you got yourself a husband, Julia.

What is it, baby? Are you jealous?

What's your fucking problem?

Easy, chill.

I'll keep your secret, okay? You're so hot!

Quiet!

Quiet!

I'm Julio Granados.

Ernesto Pimentel.

- They're real perverts. - And he doesn't care…

Menudo?

We should go!

Of course. Get on my motorcycle.

- You have a motorcycle? - Of course.

- It's a bit slow though. - Hit the gas, come on!

Why are you so dressed up?

Do you have a girlfriend?

Yes.

Don't knock her up, okay?

This is good.

So are you seeing anyone?

Why?

I don't know.

You come and go.

Tell me, don't play the mystery man!

You're so nosy.

Is it a girl?

Of course.

But she finished school, she's older.

So have you…

A long time ago.

Is she pretty?

Yes.

She's tall.

Smart.

Elegant.

Does she act like that too?

How?

Does she drool all over you?

Don't get too attached, okay?

Kid.

Hey, kid!

He's not coming. Go home now.

What did I do wrong?

What are you doing here?

Hey, neighbor.

You're dead, faggot!

Please, don't! Help!

Shut the fuck up!

Ernesto. What's wrong?

Hey, what happened? What is it? Look at me.

- Ernesto? - Olá?

Wake up, Ernesto.

- Ernesto. Did he hit his head? - Hey, Ernesto.

Ernesto.

This is your lucky night. You'll crawl your way back home.

Let me go!

- Who are you looking at? - Silly bitch!

Who are you looking at so hard?

The love of my life, if you hadn't meddled!

You find the love of your life every five minutes, baby face.

Not everyone settle for the first one they find.

- This baby is mine! - Shut up!

If I had a drink in my hand now,

I'd splash it on your face, you're so cynical.

But I'm broke.

- I'm glad. - Thank God for that.

And speaking of that, where's your friend?

Look. He's right there. The teetotaler.

Here we are!

How did you know I was here?

I spotted something dark and outrageous.

Is that not allowed?

You owe me.

- For what? - The beer.

You want me to pay?

The show's starting, let's go!

Listen

I want to tell you something

You might not be expecting

Even painful perhaps

Listen to me

Even if it breaks my heart

I need to talk to you

And I will

We

We have been so honest

Don't ask me anymore

Why I'm saying goodbye

I say goodbye to you!

So you won't drink a single drop? Are you a "teetoller"?

Teetotaler, brute.

Always the same shit.

- Why are you so aggressive? - Stop fighting, you two.

Isn't that the director?

- That's Carlos. - It is, right?

Yes, that's Carlos.

- You know what to do. - Relax, he's gonna love us!

Take a deep breath, baby, and come with me.

Carlitos! Coquito, you were amazing as usual.

Carlitos, these are my good friends.

- This is Julio. - Hi, how are you?

- And this beauty here… - Hello. Nice to meet you.

Ernesto Pimentel. Actor, dancer, singer.

I can't play any instrument but I learn really fast.

- He's a fast learner. - He is.

I'm only 18.

But I can pass for 16 or even 23 with a little beard.

Or 24, 25. Around that age, okay?

I'm willing to do nude scenes for theater. If the character requires.

A main or supporting role, with or without lines.

Great show, by the way.

I can get your coffee or make photocopies…

Carlitos, listen. This guy over here, he is full of light.

He's very talented. You should see him.

If you give me a chance, I promise I won't let you down.

Won't you say anything?

Carlitos, just give him a…

You struck down seven with a single blow?

Are you that gay?

"Brave"! Not "gay."

Go on, come on.

- Alright. - Are you that brave?

Yes, Your Majesty.

Then…

- Then prove it, little tailor. - Who said that?

Ernesto. Up here.

So Ernesto knows the lines.

If you're so smart, come down and say them.

I also know those lines…

- May I? - Move.

- But… - Move!

Let's see what you've got.

You must defeat the two giants

who live in the woods and are destroying my kingdom.

If you accomplish this…

as a token of my gratitude, I'll offer you my daughter's hand.

Well, the whole of her.

Thank you, Your Majesty.

I won't let you down.

Having spent so much time with us in seminary,

I thought you'd be inspired to become a priest.

I guess I missed the calling.

Are you sure, son?

I was elected best young actor.

So you'll be an artist.

An artist?

Reverend Mother, Monsignor, hello.

How are you? Monsignor.

We're here to help our friend Ernesto.

Could you give me your blessing so I can find a good wife?

Don't listen to him. He's a bit off.

- Excuse us. - We'll wait here.

I'll be fine, sister.

Thank you for saving me.

Ernesto!

Let's go, baby!

To Surquillo!

Go! Let's go!

Dear audience…

I'm here to tell you a secret.

I'm a man with two identities.

In London, I'm Jack.

I'm a serious and reliable man.

But when I go to the fields, the fields of Mars,

I am Ernest.

Many are wondering: "Why does he have two names?"

The answer is much simpler than complete.

Complex.

My beloved Gwendolen…

is in love with Ernesto.

I can't tell her and break her heart.

Ernesto.

Jack. Ernesto.

Jack!

Ernesto! Jack! Ernesto!

Put that down, baby.

- Why? You always win. - Me?

Yes, you.

Are you allergic to me?

No, this fucking cold won't go away.

Go see a doctor.

I did. He told me to get tested.

I hope it's not a psychological test.

You won't pass that.

No, an HIV test.

You know how they are with us.

You love playing with food. Stop that!

- You think tuna grows in the sea? - Sure, where else?

Right, silly.

- Okay. - I'm going.

I have a show.

- My mouse is a success. - Is it?

Don't start.

I tell my directors about you.

They won't take you seriously if you only do children's plays.

- You could go. - No.

I'd love to see my parents one day.

Give me money for the ticket.

You're really something.

- How much? - I don't know. Five.

Let me see.

- Are you in a hurry? - I am.

Hey.

You should consider doing children's theater.

Then you'll have money for your tickets.

And for tuna too.

Bye.

So?

Any gossip?

This nursing home is fit for a soap opera.

There are two dikes upstairs.

A dam or lesbians?

Lesbians. Both widows.

They say they killed their husbands to be together again.

How exciting.

And don't get me started on that hag next door.

Your neighbor?

That bitch stole the loaves of bread you brought me.

But I sneaked into her room and got them back.

But I only got you one.

Fuck her. She's fat anyway.

What's wrong?

The eye doctor.

He said I'll become blind soon.

Let's find another doctor.

Ernesto, there's someone here for you.

Don't be late.

You're on in a bit.

You came.

What's wrong?

LAB TEST HIV RESULTS: POSITIVE

Forgive me.

Forgive me.

Forgive me.

Forgive me.

Ernesto!

Ernesto.

Ernesto, you're on!

Come on, let's go!

SILENCE

Here, you're on. Take this!

Come on, faggot, take it!

Going on one, two, three! Go!

My back!

Help!

What is that delicious smell?

It's crème de la crème, alla Edgar.

What a coincidence!

I happen to have a cracker!

Is that my blood?

Don't touch it, I have AIDS.

The patient presents inflammatory opacities.

His body has already been affected by the HIV.

A simple cough, respiratory problems or a fever

will be the first signs of a lung infection.

With a depleted immune system,

the infection will rapidly advance and damage lung tissue.

He will lose 80 to 90 percent of his lung capacity.

So good looking and infected with that faggot plague?

He will need a respirator and will barely say a word.

How long do you think we have?

Five, four, three, two…

We can't even afford a casket.

So don't you dare die on me now.

We can't tell anyone, okay?

Or we won't get any jobs.

Okay.

Tito wants me to audition for the main role in his play.

That's great!

I love it. What's the play?

I don't know, but it's a main role.

You'll get it.

Anyone else in that audition will look like a loser next to you.

Funny.

He also wants you to audition.

Me?

Would you like that?

You should try.

You think so?

Even if it's just to audition.

So you'd stop doing those petty roles.

They may forget the clown you're playing tonight.

I'm off to play the clown.

Perseo Club is proud to present

the sensational Coco Marusix.

- Padded panties. - Mine.

- That's hers. - Here.

- Concealing panties. - Great.

Three installments. I promise.

- No. - Three.

Only once, okay?

- False lashes. - Mine.

Here.

What about me?

- A gift. - I knew you'd remember.

Hello.

- Hi! - Hello!

- How's it going? - Great!

Thanks.

And here are your tickets.

- Here. - Thank you.

- Thanks, bye. - Let's go.

- Bye, take care. - Bye, honey.

Bye.

I want you to dance.

- I've just done that, didn't you see? - Silly.

Dressed as a woman.

No, thanks.

You have a wonderful body.

A good pair of legs, a cute ass. You'll look wonderful.

Not my cup of tea, honey.

You'd make more money.

Listen…

I'm an actor.

I sing, I dance and I like making people laugh.

You can do the same dressed as a woman, wearing a padded bra.

But you can't sing, I can't afford the equipment.

A big investment.

The heels, dress, wig, makeup.

No.

I offer you 30 soles.

Hey, that's what we pay…

I'll do it for 40.

- Let's go. - Think about it.

I'll convince her, don't worry.

I promise you one thing. You'll be the next big star of the show.

You can count on that.

- With everything? - Yes, please.

Okay.

- Betty, dear. - Thanks.

Betty, for an extra 1,20, can I get an egg and a banana?

Sure, you love your bananas.

- Watch where you put that. - Heads up.

Get your asses down here, beggars. Sit down.

You're calling us beggars? We're trying to stay slim.

Unlike you, who can't even walk with that heavy uttbay.

Ernesto, are you saving to get oopsbay?

- I'm not doing that. - Thank you.

- Thanks, Betty. - He looks great just as he is.

Anything for oneymay.

Heads up.

What's he doing here?

I thought you'd be at the show.

And see you acting like a clown?

You're a piece of work.

- Come here… - What's wrong with you?

- Ernesto. - It's fine.

I can't be with a gogo boy. Let's be clear on that.

It's my job.

I'm getting paid.

It's more than what you do.

- Fucking whore! - Stop it.

Take your fight over there. I'm doing business here.

It's not my fault you're frustrated.

With what?

Because only good looking actors get cast in this country

or because they're screwing the director?

Should that frustrate me?

Asshole. Fucking traitor.

Think whatever you want.

That I'm screwing the director, or the disco owners, or the whole of Peru.

- Fucking faggot! - Back off!

- Let go of me! - Get lost!

- Get lost! - Fuck you!

Fucking asshole!

- Go. - Get out of here.

- I'm okay. - Are you?

I won't let that asshole come here looking for trouble.

- Eggs and cheese? - I don't want anything.

Kausachun, Peru.

Ready?

I am.

Do you think people would like to see a…

A charming and funny chola?

Yes.

Is that the name you're using?

That's right.

Chabuca.

After Chabuca Granda?

I wish. She's the greatest.

I'm only a big and funny chola.

A Chabucona.

I like it.

So be it.

Ladies.

Ladies and ladies.

I give you the main act tonight.

La Chola Chabuca.

Kausachun, Peru!

This is so wonderful!

I'm so glad to be among such a lovely crowd.

Especially my dear friend here, the optimist.

Why is that?

He's all about pumping.

Of course he is!

I almost didn't make it here.

I took the wrong turn as I was coming here

and I saw a UFO.

- What? - Yes.

An unidentified fucking object.

And you know what it said?

It said: "Chabuca,

either you make love to me or we'll destroy your planet."

So here I am, my dears.

I, La Chola Chabuca, have saved the world over six times.

That was some hot Martian.

Now let's get your diapers changed and Jell-O for everyone!

Tell him to come to my show.

Are you Chabuca?

I'm fucked.

Can you make chapas?

My grandma taught me.

Get some ready.

- Won't the fatty be offended? - He likes a challenge.

Get to work then, and look cool.

Or ladylike.

Hey.

Thank you.

Thank you for coming, my dear flower.

- Why are you calling her that? - She's dying to be a pansy.

I don't know if my dear cousin here should be tied to a dolphin.

A dolphin, Chola?

Because all he does is a couple of tricks and nothing else.

Actually, I'm worried about this broken radio here.

Broken radio?

He's always around but he won't get it on.

- That's how it is. - That's right.

Good, Chola.

That was very good.

You're still waiting to take the bus home in the morning?

Saving is progress.

Excuse me, I'd like to sleep now.

- Wait. - Whatever it is, I'm not interested.

I've been thinking about you.

I wish I hadn't but it's true.

I miss you.

I want you.

You want that too.

I want to vomit.

You never change.

That's part of my charm.

See how you need me?

When you're done there, come out here.

Thanks.

So you haven't missed me?

I haven't missed you.

I don't believe you.

- Why are you playing hard to get? - What?

We're not perfect, okay?

But we love each other.

We know each other's secrets.

We're dying, Ernesto.

Shouldn't we be together as long as we can with the time left?

To be happy.

So how's work?

I've a lot of work.

As usual.

I hope you're making good money.

Not much on television.

But I'm doing better with private shows.

Can I borrow some money then?

- I knew it. - No.

What?

I'm not here just for that.

It's important.

I want to get a nose job.

For what?

I'd do better at auditions.

André…

I'll pay you back, I promise.

But I really need this surgery.

Please.

I need my life to change, Ernesto.

Look.

I need to get Estelita out of the nursing home first.

Now I'm saving money to get an apartment.

Look at you!

Yes.

Do I get a tour of your property?

As long as you don't move in.

With you? I'd be happy to.

Ring, ring, ring, ring

Hello, Chabuca

Hello, Chabuca

Come on, Chabuca

Here is…

How are you…

"Hello, Chabuca"…

I can't believe my grandson has his own show on TV.

Thank God.

That's not his show.

It's just a segment in Risas y Salsas.

Shut the fuck up.

Kausachun, Peru!

Kausachun, Peru!

Kausachun, Peru!

Thank you! Thank you very much!

I'm so excited about all the letters I'm getting.

I've got two. So I've just…

I sing for you, pretty thing!

Get your feet down.

- You're here to destroy my stuff? - Shut your mouth!

- I'll tell Ernesto to kick you out! - Fuck off!

- I'll tell him first! - Ungrateful slacker!

- Shut the fuck up! - Get out of here!

- You can stop here. Thanks. - You're welcome.

Ernesto.

- How are you? - Fine.

I thought we'd never meet. Welcome.

I bet on you not coming.

But I'm glad I lost that bet.

Thank you for your interest in me.

Yes, I had a contract to honor.

We would've paid the compensation fee.

I understand that contract is finished, right?

Yes, I'm free now.

I'm so excited to see my friends again.

I've been watching Risas en América and I love the show.

I think there's a misunderstanding here.

We don't want you in Risas de América.

No.

We want you to have your own show.

You'll have total creative freedom.

You'll choose your own team.

- The outlook of the show… - We would have a budget.

But yes.

We want your total exclusivity.

And we'll pay for it.

Handsomely.

I'd like to play hard to get but I can't!

Okay, my man.

Ready to sign?

So this is where it'll happen.

Thanks for choosing me.

I wanted the best producer.

But she didn't reply, so I chose you.

Do you know who'll be there for the big premiere?

Yuri.

- The singer? - No, the other Yuri.

Yes, the singer!

They're bringing her from Mexico.

They want me to interview her?

No, she'll be serving the snacks.

You're getting very funny.

I just spent too much time around you.

Hey.

Don't you think it's too much?

The time we've worked together?

Yes, it is.

I mean the interview, the premiere, the show.

- Do you think I can… - Yes.

- Do you think I'm ready? - Yes.

Ernesto.

You're a gem.

When you're having fun, you make it fun for everyone else.

Get that checked, okay?

Is this a joke?

Knowing me, I bet it is.

- I asked you to get me in the show. - Jesus.

You're in the show.

As part of the cast, not a producer!

André, this is what I can do for you.

If you don't want to work, then don't.

You can collect your money at the end of the month.

ANY DAY CHOLA

Miluska.

This one here.

If that's what she said, then do it.

That's doing your job.

SURPRISE, LOSE EVERYTHING, HOUSE, CAR, MONEY

What can you pair it with?

We could try this here.

- Are you kidding me? - This is TV!

- Don't fuck with me! - That's how it is!

Mariano, please take that plant.

Yes, take it away.

Or get that one over there.

Let's leave that one and change it for that.

- Ernesto, how are you? - Hello.

Congratulations.

This looks really good.

- Really good. - Thanks.

You have a good eye. I've heard you came up with everything.

He can be everything. Producer, presenter, director.

Right?

How are you feeling?

It's normal to feel nervous, but you'll do just fine.

Okay.

They'll cover it with makeup.

Just relax. Listen.

You're the best.

So your show will be the best.

We're counting on that, Ernesto.

- I'll see you upstairs. - Okay.

What is it?

Nothing.

Are you okay?

What do you want?

Damn, Ernesto.

How could you get to this point?

I'm so scared.

Move in with me.

You look disgusting.

I would never come back with you.

We're out in 30.

Are you excited?

How are you feeling?

Are you okay?

Ernesto!

Hey, Ernesto. Lucía, call the doctor.

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

Ernesto.

Ernesto.

- Ernesto. - Something's wrong.

Is that my blood?

Don't touch it, I have AIDS.

Move away please.

That's for nothing…

- Reaction? - It's normal.

He's in critical state.

His heart is under stress because of the pneumonia.

We'll be monitoring him the next days.

Each body has a different response.

How long will he have that tube in?

His esophagus is all raw with lesions.

He can't have solid food. We're feeding him through that tube.

Don't you cry

Little wounded dove

For your tears torment me

Don't you cry

Little wounded dove

My strength is now your strength.

- Hello. - Hi, Ernesto, how are you doing?

Getting better.

I'm on my feet again. Hello.

- How are you? - Fine.

I believe that in two weeks maximum, I'll be ready to be back on the show.

Ernesto, let's take things slowly.

I talked to your doctor.

He said you still need to rest.

So that's what we'll do.

You're not healthy enough yet.

The network can't take any chances.

Besides…

people are talking.

- I understand, btu… - With all due respect.

It'd be bad if they weren't talking.

But you see, Ernesto can get the people engaged.

The press too.

And he has the talent and charm to get the audience ratings you need.

You need money?

You look so handsome.

I'm glad you're doing better.

I heard you're having your own circus.

The clowns have already been hired.

Sorry.

Don't be like that.

Ernesto.

What is it?

If you're out of money, there's a thing called work.

Thanks, Mari.

- Should I call the police? - No, he's leaving.

Thank you.

You humiliate me in front of that maid?

Her name is María.

What the fuck is wrong with you?

You're the big shit now because you have a house and a show?

I'm the big shit now because people love me for who I am.

You're so ungrateful.

I gave you everything.

I gave you my time, my love, my life.

A virus!

That's all I've got from you.

My nose!

You broke my nose, son of a bitch!

I paid for it, I'll do as I please!

André, let me thank you for being here.

Before we begin with our questions,

I'd like you to explain, specially to people here in Peru,

why you are here.

I'm interested in the truth.

And justice up high, Magda.

And I think it's unfair

that everyone thinks this man is something he's not.

That is so noble of you.

So tell us a little more. What is…

What is your relationship with Ernesto?

None right now.

But you've been friends.

Or was it friends with benefits?

Right? Were you two dating?

We lived together. Yes.

So…

Ernesto is gay.

Isn't he?

You can draw your own conclusions.

I'm ready to tell you everything.

Then all we have to do is ask.

Ernesto Pimentel…

who are you?

Why are you hiding?

Ernesto, I don't want you to worry…

about all this scandal.

Our lawyers are already taking care of this. Okay?

We'll do everything we can to prevent that from going public.

What?

But it would be good…

if you told us if there is anything

that might hurt your image or the network's image.

I don't know what you mean.

- We're talking about the book. - What book?

The book that…

André Martín is publishing a book about you, Ernesto.

But it's okay.

You go on your show and deny everything.

Just relax.

Ernesto, Peru can forgive a sin.

But not a scandal.

My sinner brethren,

God forgives a sin but not a scandal.

Go on, sinner Chola, my dear manger Barbie.

Let's hear the music!

This is so lovely!

Let's give my dear Chancho Rubio a big round of applause!

A big hand!

And now, for what you've all been waiting.

My statement about this whole scandal.

But the one who should talk is this rascal, Ernesto Pimentel.

So let's go to commercials…

- What is this? - …and we'll get back to him.

Wasn't he talking as Chola?

Let's get a long break.

Can we get a long break now?

Wait, what is this, Miluska? We make this call.

Any change to what we have agreed goes through us, okay?

Miluska?

You know what to do.

Do you know what he'll say?

Deny everything.

Don't fuck up.

Come on.

And now, what you've all been waiting for.

Let's welcome Ernesto Pimentel!

Good evening.

Chola, thank you for having me.

It's very strange to be here as Ernesto Pimentel.

But…

just as we have drawn the curtain on fantasy,

let me now open the curtains to the truth.

I assure you, my private life isn't entertaining.

I'm also sure if Chola Chabuca were here, she'd do anything to make you smile.

But not me.

I'm here to speak the truth.

Year 1992.

I took an HIV test and the result was positive.

I walked out of the hospital to see how much a coffin would cost.

I didn't even have money for food.

So I decided to fight.

To fight for me, for my grandmother.

And for all those who are discriminated because of this illness.

Before I go, I'd like to tell you,

my beloved audience, who has watched me through all this time…

that I am sorry.

I am sorry to have let you love me…

knowing that I'm dying.

You are all in my heart.

IT'S BEEN 25 YEARS SINCE THEN

AND LA CHOLA CHABUCA REMAINS ONE OF THE MOST BELOVED FACES

IN PERUVIAN TELEVISION.

HIS HISTORY HAS TRANCENDED SOCIAL DIFERENCES

AND BECAME A PERSEVERANCE AND RESILIENCE SYMBOL

EVERY NATIONAL HOLIDAY, ERNESTO HAS HIS CHOLA CHABUCA CIRCUS,

TO BRING JOY TO LOTS OF FAMILIES.

ERNESTO PIMENTEL IS A BEACON OF HOPE WITH HIS INSPIRING BATTLE AGAINST AIDS.

HE'S FOSTERED DRUG BANKS, FUNDED DEMONSTRATIONS,

AND PROMOTED HEALTH AND HUMAN RIGHTS WITH HIS "DIGNIDAD" FOUNDATION,

PROVIDING INFORMATION ON AIDS PREVENTION AND CARE.

TODAY, HIV MEDICINES ARE FREE.

Kausachun, Peru!

ESTELITA LOST HER EYESIGHT, BUT HAS BEEN THE LIGHT OF HIS LIFE.

SHE HAS BEEN THERE FOR ERNESTO UNTIL SHE PASSED AWAY AT 97 YEARS OLD.

JUST AS HER MOTHER, NELLY,

THEY BOTH APPEAR IN HIS DREAMS SINGING WITH JOY.

JULIO STANDS FOR ALL THE FRIENDS IN ERNESTO'S LIFE,

FROM THE CÁRITAS FOUNDATION TO ALL OTHERS.

JULIO IS NOW A GREAT GRAPHIC AND FASHION DESIGNER.

HE AND ERNESTO ALWAYS SHARE A LAUGH AND EVEN DANCE EVERY NOW AND THEN.

COCO, AS WELL AS NAAMIN, ANDREA, JAVIER, JOSSY, AND JUAN CARLOS

WERE EXTRAORDINARY DIVAS OF THE NIGHT CLUB SCENE.

COCO IS STILL A STAR TODAY

AND IS ONE OF THE BIGGEST LGTBIQ+ ICONS IN PERU.

JOSUÉ, CARLOS AND TOÑO

WERE THERE FOR ERNESTO AT EVERY STEP OF HIS CAREER.

THEY HAVE BEEN IN FESTIVALS, INTERVIEWS AND SHOWS AROUND THE WORLD.

"COTITO" IS NOW HIS ASSISTANT, WORKMATE AND CONFIDANT,

AND ABOVE ALL, HIS FRIEND.

ANDRÉ DIED FROM CANCER MANY YEARS AGO.

HE AND ERNESTO FORGAVE EACH OTHER ON HIS DEATHBED.

UNFORTUNATELY, ANDRÉ DIDN'T GET TO TAKE HIS HIV MEDICINE ON TIME.

WHEN HE DECIDED TO DO IT, IT WAS TOO LATE.

MILUSKA AND ERNESTO REMAIN GOOD FRIENDS,

AND APART FROM BEING HIS MANAGER AND PRODUCER,

ERNESTO WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO THANK HER ENOUGH FOR HER FRIENDSHIP,

HER CARING, HER RESPECT, AND ABOVE ALL,

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL GIFT SHE HAS OFFERED HIM: BEING A DAD.

GAEL IS A MIRACLE OF LIFE.

ERNESTO SEES IN HIM THAT LIFE IS A WONDERFUL JOURNEY,

WHERE TIME DOESN'T MATTER, ONLY THE ROAD AHEAD DOES.

GAEL HAS ESTELITA AND NELLY'S EYES,

AND LOOKING AT HIM, ERNESTO FEELS LIFE IS NOT SO PAINFUL.

MY DEAR SON, EVEN IF THERE IS NO TOMORROW,

ENJOY EVERY MINUTE, BE FREE, FORGIVE ALL, LAUGH AND BE GRATEFUL.

I LOVE YOU NOW AND FOREVER. YOUR DAD, ERNESTO.

For your tears torment me

Don't you cry

Little wounded dove

For your tears torment me

If I could heal those wounds in you

I swear I would even die for you

If I could heal that wound in you

I swear I would even die for you

With all my love

to La Chola Chabuca,

Peru's dearest star.

CHABUCA BASED ON ERNESTO PIMENTEL'S STORY

Let's put those hands together!

If I could give you

The comfort you deserve

I swear I would even give you my life

Don't you cry

Little wounded dove

For your tears torment me

Don't you cry

Little wounded dove

For your tears torment me

If I could heal that wound in you

I swear I would even die for you

If I could give you

The comfort you deserve

I swear I would even give you my life

Little dove, my love is not for you

Then, my sweet charm, tell me the truth

So I can find a new love

While you can enjoy your great pleasure

Who knows, little dove? My love is not for you

Then, my sweet charm, tell me the truth

So I can find a new love

While you can enjoy your great pleasure