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( silence )

( singing quietly )

( knocking )

Is your mom in ?

She's sleeping.

Tell her I have to talk

to her.

Maybe I can wake her...

Mama.

Who is it ?

Someone who wants to

talk to you.

Lia, it's me.

Good evening.

Here you are.

Wait, I'll get the money.

It's ten million lira.

I'll give you the other

ten tomorrow, okay ?

Remember, I'll be waiting

tomorrow.

Okay.

( loud pop music playing )

Minica !

Minica !

Lower the music !

How does this work ?

I'm going upstairs.

( music getting louder )

( singing )

What is it ?

How much is it ?

Ten.

It was supposed to be twenty.

She'll bring the rest

tomorrow.

This way we'll go broke.

What do you want me to do ?

How did it go ?

Badly, they followed me

from the market all

the way to Lia's house.

Who were they ?

Ten from yesterday and ten

from today, Mimmo gave it

to me.

How come only ten today ?

She only had ten, she'll

give me the rest tomorrow.

Don't worry, Angela,

nothing will happen.

Are you ready ?

I reserved for 10:00,

we're already late.

You can seal this one.

I'll prepare the next one.

How many were there ?

Two of 250 grams and three

half kilos.

Wasn't it three of 250

grams and two half kilos ?

I'm telling you it was two

of 250 and three half kilos.

Nineteen...

Will you be much longer ?

No, we're almost done.

I'll have them come pick up ?

- Yes.

Mom, there are people

down here.

I'm coming.

Signor Ligreci, sorry I

kept you waiting.

I couldn't find the right

size.

All set, two of 250,

as agreed.

Minica, Minica.

Give me a bag for

Signor Ligreci.

Should I pay now ?

That's not necessary.

We'll put it on your tab.

Goodbye, say hello to your

wife.

I'm Luigi, I'd like

a pair of shoes.

For 250 or 50 ?

I'd like the 50, because

the 250...

Angela, It's Lia,

I need a pair of shoes

one for 250,000 lira

and one 50...

How do they fit ?

Great.

I'll ring them up.

Did Angelo come ?

He took a 50 ?

A 250.

All set.

See you in an hour.

This is for you,

Signor Ligreci.

Let's hurry up,

we're short on time.

Did you check it ?

It's fine.

When will you return ?

In four or five days.

We have to go to Florence,

Milan...

If I can, I'll stop in

Venice.

With all those dogs in the

airports...

Almost done ?

Ready.

Then I'm off.

It's best if I don't call

you, but don't worry.

Ciao, Angela.

Ciao.

Milan, Florence, see ?

This time we really outdid

ourselves.

Beautiful things !

Amazing, good job.

I want this, it's mine.

You want it ?

I've got the best piece,

right ?

Absolutely.

Stupendous.

That's true, a beautiful

necklace.

This one's amazing.

What are you doing ?

Take it off.

Take it off.

It's beautiful.

It doesn't suit you.

It really doesn't suit you.

I agree.

Look what I brought you.

Look at this ring,

put it on.

Like a queen !

Beautiful.

Always rings, Saro ?

We'll get good money

for these.

( phone ringing )

Good evening,

it's Santangelo.

I need three pairs of

shoes, the 250.000 lira kind.

But the leather has to be

good, not like the ones

from last time.

Don't say these things

to me.

If you don't like them,

you can take your business

elsewhere.

I need to talk to your

husband.

He's not here, he left.

I can't wait.

You gotta send me someone.

I'll see what we can do,

I'll talk to you later.

Can you show us what's

in the bag ?

Take it easy.

We'll do it.

For what reason ?

A regular control.

There's nothing.

Sorry.

How much do I owe you ?

Nothing, go ahead.

Can you believe those guys !

What do you think ?

I say it's good.

Unload it here, I'll take

it away later.

Masino ?

Are you listening to me ?

I'm telling you to lay low

and calm.

Don't let anyone see you

around.

Palermo isn't

a comfortable city.

Saro really cares about

you, so don't disgrace him.

Can I leave my suitcases

here ?

Yes, no one will touch them.

Okay ?

Okay.

I'll be back later.

Watch out.

Don't worry.

Good evening.

Toto !

This is a friend of mine.

You're in Palermo ?

Yes, got back this

morning.

You were gone ?

In northern Italy.

Came here for work ?

Yes, with Saro.

In his store ?

If you need anything I'm

available.

Come visit us.

Nice to meet you.

Can I have a kilo

of oranges ?

A kilo ?

Yes.

That's all.

How much is it ?

Are 2 1/2 kilos okay ?

Yes, how much is it ?

2,000 lira.

I'll pay.

You'll pay ?

Gimme.

Goodbye.

Who is that ?

That's Masino Santalucia

from Kalsa.

You don't know him ?

Goodbye.

Bongiorno.

Bongiorno.

How come you came ?

Who'd you expect to come ?

I didn't know you

were coming.

This isn't a job for

a woman.

Why, you're not satisfied ?

I didn't say that.

Well, then ?

I wouldn't send my wife to

do these tasks.

You want the stuff or you

wanna waste more time ?

Of course I want it.

Here.

One and one, as agreed.

The money, tomorrow at

the store.

Arrivederci.

Arrivederci.

Say hello to your husband.

Certainly.

See you.

This is size 46, it should

fit you fine.

Do you have these in brown ?

No.

When will the owner be back ?

I don't know.

How do these fit ?

I don't like them.

They're kind of stiff.

Bongiorno.

Bongiorno.

What did you come here for ?

I have an appointment.

I was trying on shoes in

the meantime.

You work here ?

Actually, it's my store.

Isn't it Saro Parlagreco's

store ?

I'm Saro's wife.

Ah, I see.

Masino Santalucia,

a friend of Saro's.

Pleased to meet you.

Pleased to meet you.

Did you need help ?

I wanted to see those

white shoes with the buckle.

I'll get them.

Were the oranges good ?

Very good, thanks.

Are these okay ?

How's business going ?

Can't complain.

That's good.

Angela.

Ciao.

Ciao.

Masino !

You met my wife ?

Yes, just now.

This is Masino Santalucia.

Didn't I tell you a friend

was coming to work here ?

He's the friend ?

It's him.

Stay here, we're going

upstairs, I don't want to

be disturbed.

Upstairs we can talk better.

Santino's like that, he

doesn't want problems.

He doesn't want money, but

he does want the stuff.

A kilo every month,

that's what we pay him,

and he let's us work in peace.

It's safe to work here,

but we always have to be

careful.

My cousin Mimmo, he works

with us.

This is Masino, uncle

Vincenzo's nephew.

I was saying...

With robberies, you get

the gun, say "hands up",

and if it works, it works.

If not, they arrest you,

end of the film.

Not with this stuff, you

have to know it well.

You have to know who you

buy it from and who you

sell it to.

It works for me, they make

it work for me.

But if you mess up,

they'll put your feet

where your head is.

If you think about all

these troubles, you won't

work anymore.

Alright, Mimmo.

How are the accounts ?

Bad...

Bongiorno, Senora.

Bongiorno.

Is your husband in ?

Who would you be ?

Santino Bonanno.

Sorry, I wasn't expecting

you.

Follow me.

Santino, what a surprise !

Angela, get out of here.

You were looking for me.

I wanted you to meet Masino.

Wouldn't want you to see

new faces and not know who

they are.

He's Masino.

Masino Santalucia.

Masion Santalucia.

You're Vincenzo Santalucia's

son ?

Yes.

He came back home.

Pleased to meet you.

The pleasure's mine.

He's a good kid,

he works with me.

I heard he was a bit of a

hot-head.

All nonsense.

You like women too, right ?

Who doesn't ?

He's young.

His blood boils.

Anyway...

I mainly came here for

the stuff.

Wait, excuse me.

These are hard times, my

stuff is all out now.

Things are tight for me.

Then give me the money.

I have set collection days,

you have to give me time.

Is tomorrow morning fine ?

I'll send Masino.

Fine with me,

I'll be waiting.

I always wait.

Guys, I'm leaving.

I'll walk you out.

Thanks for the surprise.

The stuff they sent us

this time is no good.

What the fuck

are you saying ?

Look at it.

You can even feel it.

Scoundrels.

Now what ?

We'll go back.

We risk even more going

back and forth...

We can't muddy our

reputation in Palermo.

If we got scammed...

It's no good.

It's cut.

We can't do anything about it.

We can stick it to that

swine Santangelo.

Saro?

Huh ?

I'm tired.

What's wrong ?

I want to get out

of here, take a break.

Fine...

we'll go to my uncle's

in New York.

What uncle, Saro !

I do want to take a trip

and go meet relatives.

We'll go on a cruise,

for a month.

You don't understand.

What's there to understand ?

I want a change, I'm

tired of this.

What's missing ?

Nothing's missing, at all.

I want to go away for a

bit, take a break.

Yes, but what does

that mean ?

Masino.

Yes.

Will you do me a favor ?

With pleasure.

Will you help me with

these boxes ?

You don't mind, right ?

No, it's my pleasure.

Thank you.

It's too messy.

One of these days, it'll

all fall on our heads.

That would be a disaster.

Anyways,

you don't have to worry

about a thing, I'm here now.

All right ?

Yes, Thank you.

You're welcome.

At your service.

Check over these accounts,

I don't understand a thing.

They place orders, then

they change them...

I do the accounts my way,

then they change...

May I ?

Good morning.

Good morning, Saro.

I came to tell you

something.

I can't give you all

the money.

Half now, half at the end

of the month.

The stuff's no good anyway,

it's not selling well.

You cut it with too

much trash.

( laughing )

Santangelo, sit down,

I gotta talk to you.

The stuff we gave you was

exceptional,

you even fattened up.

Bring me the money

tomorrow.

I need a few days' time.

Your time has run out.

Tomorrow, the money.

Wait, let's do this.

Tomorrow at 3 he'll bring

me the money, all of it.

And we'll be friends like

before.

Okay, as you say.

What a nice necklace !

He sure spends his money.

Fine, see you tomorrow

at 3 for the money.

Good-bye.

Good evening,

how are you ?

Not bad... Still working ?

I do what I can.

( speaking Italian )

Folks, closing time.

Mom, do I shut it off ?

No.

( laughing )

Why are you laughing, Ma'am ?

You don't like this

music ?

It's horrible !

It's club music.

I don't like it.

Last time you went dancing ?

Dancing...

at least five years ago.

Five years ?

We only went a few times,

Saro's doesn't really like

to.

What did you dance five

years ago ?

The Charleston ?

( laughing )

Can you do the Charleston ?

You like him, right ?

You laugh, you joke.

Think I didn't notice

the way you look at him ?

Good morning Ma'am, may I ?

I was talking to my wife.

Paolino, this situation at

Mazara isn't working out.

What's the problem ?

I'm tired of it.

There is a problem.

I'll assume

the responsibilities.

Saro is busy.

He's not coming ?

He'll be up in a few minutes.

Look at yourself !

Sorry, I didn't notice,

you know how much I care

about my looks.

Buy a new shirt.

I have enough clothing.

Alright, we know.

So this money in my

pocket, really...

Angelo will you go see ?

How's it going ?

All is well.

You look good.

So do you.

( chatting in Italian )

There are no more of the 50.

I'll bring it right down

to you.

We're talking about

important things.

What are you doing ?

She bothers me, always

talking, always getting

involved.

Who is she ?

Saro's wife !

I know, but she's always

in the way.

That's his wife, he can do

as he pleases.

Since when does a woman

get involved in her

husband's business ?

If he doesn't mind, he

must have his reasons.

She's a woman...

she can do deliveries and

won't be stopped.

You have no idea, there

are some delicate situations.

Don't think about it,

be nice,

she'll be happy and won't

bug us.

Plus you know,

women, when they get left

out, they cling to you.

Saro.

Heh?

Watch out for that Masino.

What do you mean ?

He's too cocky.

I don't know how much we

can talk when he's around.

He's a good kid, I want to

help him out.

You know who his father

was, right ?

You know what he did

up north ?

What'd he do ?

He fucked the wife of that pig ?

That's nothing ?

Plus he deserved it.

He wanted to kill him so

he shot him.

He's young !

His blood pumps, you would've

done the same at his age.

I was his age once,

but I never did that....

Anyway Masino is my

business, he's here

and works with us.

The end.

Okay.

Good morning,

Signora Parlagreco,

this is Anna.

Cute, huh ?

My girlfriend.

I have to go upstairs,

wait for me ?

Leaving me here alone ?

Wait here.

Hurry up.

Angela.

I'm going out.

Where are you going ?

The delivery for Gentile.

It's for tomorrow !

I'll go now, I want to

go out.

Hurry back, I'll wait

for you.

She seemed nervous.

Everything okay ?

She looked a little

nervous.

Just your impression.

I always get bad

impressions.

"Millions of individuals

"work, produce...

"and save money in spite

"of everything...

"everything we...

"devise to trouble...

"to trouble them,

"obstruct them,

"discourage them.

"Natural vocation

"incites them,

"not only...

the thirst...

for money."

Your vision will be blurry

for a few hours.

Are you driving ?

I'll drive.

Thanks.

"Millions of individuals

"produce, invest

"and save money...

"They work.

"In spite of everything we do

"to obstruct them,

discourage them..."

We who ?

Who's this "we" ?

How should I know ?

But it's not the thirst

for money.

Maybe it's this:

even if they obstruct them...

Don't think about it.

That delinquent blinded me.

Lawyers and doctors were

made to fuck people over.

Then we'd better stay

home tonight.

No, we'll go out, I just

can't see anything right now.

How many are there ?

Three.

Exactly !

And now ?

Four.

Now how many are there ?

Two.

So you can see !

It's getting better.

Today was a particularly

calm day.

Frighteningly calm.

Tonight I have some

business at Brancaccio,

I'll have Masino take you,

I'll be here with Mimmo.

Can't I take a taxi ?

I said go with Masino.

Fine, whatever you say.

Couldn't we have spent a

little more time together ?

I can't tonight.

See you tomorrow.

You like this place ?

Kind of.

Look at me for a second.

Look at me.

What did you bring me here

for ?

What happened ?

Nothing.

Are you sure ?

Yes, I'm fine.

I love you, you know

that, right ?

( murmuring )

I have to go.

What's wrong ?

Nothing.

Will you give me a ride ?

Leave me alone, I have to go.

Come here.

Will you give me a ride ?

Angela, it's Masino.

Ciao.

I didn't tell your husband

about what happened

at the port.

What would you have

told him ?

That you wanted me.

That you were afraid, but

you wanted me.

Will you do me a favor ?

No.

Don't call here again.

Listen.

Saro's going to Milan

tomorrow.

I told him I'd stay here

for that Santangelo mess.

You know I'm staying for

you.

I don't know anything and

I don't want to know

anything.

Him: "I didn't tell your

husband about what

happened at the port..."

You know I like you and I

know you like me.

What's the problem ?

Why are you being a liar ?

Why are you lying to

yourself ?

Her: "Don't call here

again."

Good Anfuso, nice job.

How long will this take ?

Two minutes.

I have to do an important

thing.

It's so late !

I'll have Mimmo take you

home.

Good evening, Saro.

Sorry, I'm a few hours

late.

Sit down, Santangelo.

Consider this your

payment.

Consider this a handout,

know why ?

The stuff's not selling.

Good.

I shouldn't even give you

this money,

because you're worthless.

You're a piece of shit !

What the fuck did you do ?

Don't be a pain in the ass.

He did good.

Let's get him out of here.

We'll wrap him up.

He won't fit in my car.

Masino, the car ?

Should we take a taxi ?

There are some garbage

bags over there.

Angela, we need some tape.

We'll go dump him off and

then we'll be back.

Turn him over.

Put some here.

So heavy !

He's a buffalo !

Son of a bitch !

We need another bag.

Wait.

He's making me sweat more

now than when he was alive !

( clicking )

I have to go.

Last night was great.

You could've slept over

though.

Right !

As it was all hell broke

loose !

I told him I went to my

sister's because she

fought with her husband.

See you in an hour at my

house, okay ?

Fine.

Leave the door open, so I

don't have to ring.

What are we doing ?

What do you want from me ?

I dreamt of you last night.

What was I doing ?

You were caressing me,

then you got undressed

and got on top of me.

What is it ?

Why are you silent ?

Saro's in, tomorrow at

your place.

Hello, Saro ?

Mimmo, tell me.

I'm going home.

They gave Paolino the full

service at the barber's,

beard, shampoo and hair.

I'm telling you, listen up:

I think he wants to

change jobs,

he wants to be a singer,

he has a great voice.

Come over and we'll talk

about it.

I'll be waiting.

Who should we start with ?

With Saro.

He's the main pillar of

the organization.

He does it all, with his

wife Angela's help.

A beautiful lady...

Take photos and write that

we are honest people !

His wife helps him with

contacts.

What kind of contacts ?

Business, drugs,

money contacts.

Then there's Mimmo.

Saro's cousin,

the organization's accountant.

He takes care of paying

their gangsters.

There's another guy,

a whole different subject:

Masino Santalucia.

AKA "the shark".

What about this subject ?

"The shark" because he

likes the boss' women.

Masino is Saro's right hand,

his godson.

Then there's a retired

guy, Salvo Ligreci...

So, only shoes ?

Only shoes.

For men, women, and

children.

You're the brain behind

a criminal organization.

I've always made an honest

living.

What criminal actions ?

Why do you, Signor Ligreci

Giuseppe, always go to Milan ?

Nothing else to tell me ?

Yes, one thing.

If possible, I'd like to

go home.

My home and my store,

that is my life.

Flawless.

What's your relationship

with Signora Parlagreco ?

What do you think of her ?

We finally meet.

So beautiful and so talked

about in the Mobile Unit

office.

I'm not in the mood for

compliments.

Let's get to the point, my

daughter's waiting for me.

If I were you, I wouldn't

be in such a hurry.

You are implicated in

international drug traffic

and mafia related

associations.

I don't know what

you're talking about.

I work at the store all

day, I don't have time to

waste.

If you could please hurry,

my daughter is waiting for

me.

I suggest you change your

attitude,

because it's all against

you.

I have nothing else to say

to you.

Come with us.

Good morning, dear

Signora.

How's it going ?

You seem a bit down.

If we get things straight

you can go home.

I'm going to let you hear

something that might

interest you.

Listen...

...see you in an hour

at my house.

Hurry up.

Fine.

Leave the door open, so I

don't have to ring.

Do you know who this

man is ?

Yes, I know.

We arrested him at the

store.

Masino's got nothing to do

with it, he was there for me.

Keep my husband out of

this story.

As you wish.

But this is not the point.

I'm the only one who has

these calls.

These calls are hot.

If you tell us who

the providers are,

who supplies them and what

connection they have with

your husband,

I assure you, I'll get rid

of these calls.

Agreed ?

Mr Imparato sir,

if you think I'd get

others arrested to save

myself, you don't know me

at all.

You're wasting your time.

Angela Spina, you've been

granted house arrest.

Everything ?

Everything.

Thank you.

Good evening.

The Court has granted you

a prison visit with your

husband,

Rosario Parlagreco.

Sign here.

And here.

A patrol car will pick you

up and escort you to the

prison.

Thank you.

You're beautiful.

What are you doing ?

I can't stand seeing you

like this.

I had to end up here to

see you cry ?

I wanna smash everything

in here.

Dry your face.

Good.

How are you ?

I'm fine.

I'm fine.

I even cooked this

morning.

How's Minica ?

She's getting more

and more bitter.

Why didn't she come ?

I told her not to.

I wanted to be alone

with you.

That's good.

Come closer.

Don't worry.

It'll all be over soon...

all.

You have to be strong.

It's not that.

Then what ?

Nothing...

Mom.

Who is it ?

Come in.

I'm attorney Pelagani, I'm

defending Signor Santalucia.

I have something important

to tell you, in private.

Mr Santalucia asked me to

give you this

This is all I can say:

be very cautious.

What are we doing ?

I want you.

What do you want from me ?

What is this stupid honor

that's keeping you quiet ?

What are you going to do ?

Who are you trying to save ?

They wouldn't do the same

for you.

I don't know anything

about this so-called honor.

Explain it to me once

and for all.

There's just one thing I

want to know.

Where did I go wrong ?

Is there something I

didn't do for you ?

Was the money not enough ?

I'm in here because I

wanted you to live like a lady !

Maybe I was no good in bed.

Why are you saying this ?

Is he better than me ?

Look what the judge gave me.

Read it.

Look at me.

I'm getting out of here

and I no longer have a

home, a family,

or a wife.

Please.

Your Prince Charming,

as of today,

is a walking corpse.

This is your last visit.

Don't ever come here

again.

Give my things to my

sister, she'll deal with it.

I won't leave you here

alone.

You've already left me.

You've already left me !

But remember this:

I truly loved you.

Think about it.

Because things change.

You're young now,

but things will change.

Now, get out of here.

Get out of my life.

We now call case 2173/84

against...

...Parlagreco Rosario,

Parlagreco Domenico,

Gentile Vincenzo,

Santalucia Tommaso,

Custrieri Luigi,

Spina Angela,

Costanzo Giuseppe,

Milito Iolanda.

All present, and under

house arrest,

except for Parlagreco Rosario,

who's held in the

Ucciardone prison,

and against Ligreci Salvatore,

not present today,

thus, declared contumacious.

The defendant Spina Angela

may remain seated next to

her attorney.

The purpose of today's

hearing is to examine a

few of the testimonies

and the defendants, as

requested by them.

Your Honor, please,

my client's psychophysical

conditions have noticeably

worsened due to her detention.

I kindly ask you to

interrogate her first.

Very well, Signora Spina.

You, as defendant, have

the right not to respond.

Will you tell the Court

what you were given by

your husband,

the present Saro Parlagreco,

to bring to Signor Gentile ?

Excuse me, Your Honor.

Yes, attorney.

Before proceeding...

...a person of unsound

mind like her,

this woman can not be held

accountable for her actions,

being completely incapable

of intent or will.

...I object,

it's evident that this is

a simulation,

given, the defendant

always demonstrated...

...conscious participation

in this trial.

The Court of Palermo,

based on article 530

and the following

of the Penal Code,

declares the defendants

Parlagreco Domenico,

Spina Angela,

Santalucia Tommaso,

Custrieri Luigi,

Costanzo Giuseppe,

Milito Iolanda,

Gentile Vincenzo,

Ligreci Salvatore,

not guilty of the ascribed

crimes.

Based on article 533

and the following of

the Procedure Code declares

Parlagreco Rosario guilty

of the ascribed crimes,

condemns him to eleven

years of imprisonment

and prohibits him from

holding public office.

All defendants, except

Parlagreco Rosario,

are to be released

unless held for other crimes.

He said that...

I don't care.

I'm afraid I won't see

you anymore.

That scares me.

( phone ringing )

I'm looking for

Masino Santalucia.

I don't think I can help

you.

I'm a good friend of your

husband.

At your service, Signora.

( phone ringing )

Who was it ?

Don't worry.

Don't worry.

Remember when you kissed

me at the port ?

You should've taken me

away then.

Now it's too late.

It's not too late.

Let's pretend nothing

happened,

that we met today

and we'll leave tomorrow.

Let's pretend.

Signora, I was staring at

you from behind

and I've fallen madly in

love.

I understand.

If you turn around and

have beautiful eyes too,

I'll ask for your hand.

I'm busy, I'm waiting for

my boyfriend.

But a beautiful lady like

you,

I'd never leave waiting

alone on the sidewalk in

this neighborhood.

My boyfriend makes me

wait too long.

I think so too.

Maybe I'll go with you.

Do you regret not waiting

for your boyfriend ?

Of course, you've fallen

in love already.

Know what you should do ?

Tomorrow at 12:00, go to

the cafe by the port

and wait for me, I'll take

you away.

One important thing:

if I'm not there tomorrow

at 12:00, come back

the next day.

If I'm still not there,

come back the day after.

And again, until you see

me, I'll show up

eventually.

Got it ?

What are you saying ?

I'll show up eventually.

Wait for me.

Masino Santalucia has

yet to return.

Saro Parlagreco

was released

from prison in 1995.

He now owns a restaurant

in Palermo.

He never saw his wife again.

Angela Parlagreco

now works as a dressmaker.

She is often found

at the cafe by the port.