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THE SLEEPING WOMAN

6 MONTHS EARLIER

We're here.

- Anything else, honey? - No.

The next bus isn't

until tomorrow.

No, I'm here to work.

- Really? - Yeah.

Where?

That's it, right?

- Yes. - Thanks.

- Agustín? - Yes.

- Is this yours? - Yes.

- Hello, I'm Ana. - Hi.

- Shall we? - Sure.

I thought you lived in town.

We live nearby.

It's beautiful.

Where is she?

Let's settle you in first, and then you can meet her.

This way.

Huh? Yeah, okay.

Agustín?

Hi, Sara.

My name is Ana.

I'm your nurse.

I'm here to look after you.

You'll see.

We'll be good friends.

By the way, thanks for this opportunity.

No problem.

Your offer made me so happy.

It smells great.

I love cooking.

I used to do it more often.

- Hand me your plate. - Sure.

I arrived in this island when I was very young and I had to learn.

Let's see what you think.

So?

Yeah?

It tastes great.

I'm glad.

So, when you pass your public exam...

Well.

Let's not get ahead of ourselves.

What will you do?

I don't know.

I came to the island because of my sister,

to help her with the kids.

I guess

if I pass the exams...

I'll stay here indefinitely

and live a quiet life.

I'm not such an interesting person.

Well.

You're talking with someone who hasn't left the house in two years.

I win in the uninteresting stakes.

I have a question.

Why...

Why is Sara like that?

Sara had issues.

There's a history of mental illness in her family.

Her mom has always had issues.

Now she wants Sara's custody, so we've gone to court.

The thing is Sara became...

She became pregnant.

I was very excited about it.

But she wasn't.

She was always depressed.

Always sad. She said she felt lonely.

We had a maid, Nieves, and she fired her for no reason.

That's why I was always at home, trying to...

help her.

Trying to, I don't know...

to make everything better.

One day, coming back from town...

she had a severe episode.

She to the attic and jumped out the window.

And the baby?

I'm really sorry.

Excuse me.

You scared me.

I'll close them

so they don't dry out.

SLEEPWALKING

DANGEROUS BEHAVIOR OR INJURIESS

IN THE SLEEPWALKER OR OTHERS

CONTRIBUTING FACTORS TO SLEEPWALKING:

STRESS, CHANGE OF ROUTINE, NEW WORK CHALLENGES, MENTAL ISSUES

Am I late?

No, no. It's okay. Don't worry.

I'll do it.

Go have breakfast if you want to.

- Okay. - Thanks.

I was going for a walk, I didn't want to bother you.

- Sorry. - Do you need anything?

Can I take a look?

Sure.

They're beautiful.

Thank you.

That's so cool.

Is it Sara?

Did you hurt yourself earlier, at the entrance?

No.

There's some blood next to the door.

Yeah, well,

I broke a glass.

I might not have cleaned it up.

But are you okay?

I'm glad.

I'll keep going, I have a couple of urgent deadlines.

Right.

- Thanks. - Sure.

I THINK I'M A SLEEPWALKER

I CAN'T REMEMBER FALLING ASLEEP

AND I WOKE UP IN THE CORRIDOR

REALLY?

FIRST READING 2002

THE LITTLE STRANGER WATERS

FIRST READING 2002 RE-READ 2010

"I used to play a game when I went to the stores."

It was like one of those children's board games

in which the player moves through the squares

depending on the roll of the die.

There were always dangers,

like, 'you miss a turn',

or 'go back four squares',

"or 'go back to the start'."

Sara was a big reader.

- Sorry, I was... - No, no.

She used to read to me out loud.

I read less than I'd like to.

Maybe I could...

Yeah.

Sorry,

I moved it earlier.

- I'll put it back. - No, it's better here.

Where we can see her.

I love Sara in this picture.

"There were always dangers,

like, 'you miss a turn', or 'go back four squares'."

I'll get you out of here.

Don't worry.

Everything will be all right.

Who are you?

You can't do that.

I won't let them take my daughter.

Listen,

I'm here to help your daughter.

To take care of her. But if you do that,

you'll make things worse.

Move.

I won't let you take her.

What is it?

- Sara's mother! - What?

- Sara's mother! - Let go!

- Out! - No!

- Out! - No!

No.

No.

- Get out! - No.

Are you all right?

Yeah.

What about you?

I'm fine.

As soon as I leave, I'll present the claim in court.

Will there be a trial?

That woman came into my house.

It's proof she's crazy

It's not that easy, Agustín. The process has to run it's due course.

With this, and the fact you've finally hired a nurse, we can win.

So, Social Services still has to visit?

Yes, just be yourself around them. You've taken good care

- of Sara, and they'll love the nurse. - Her name is Ana.

Come in.

Hi.

Hello.

- Agustín says they've given you a scare. - Yeah.

- What do we do if she comes back? - No, that won't happen.

I'll change the locks.

- It was my fault. - She has a key?

So it seems.

I guess Sara gave it to her years ago, when they got along, who knows.

I don't know.

Could you wash Sara while we finish here?

Of course.

That's it. Done.

It will look better on you.

"The bedroom

is enveloped in a bone chilling cold

and a thick darkness.

From the bedroom next door,

"the room where..."

Hi?

I'm scared, let's go.

What are you doing here?

You're a scaredy-cat.

Clara, what are you doing?

I'm going to talk with her.

Why are you reading to her? Can she hear?

Yes, in her own way.

She can also walk, right?

No. She can't walk.

See?

Yes she can. I saw her last night from my window.

Don't be silly, you didn't see anything.

It's true. The sleeping woman

haunts the town every night, looking for children who aren't asleep

-to steal their soul -Don't be stupid.

You fall for everything, you're little.

Am I right?

Even if Sara could walk, she would never take anyone away.

Why not?

Well, because...

Because Sara is...

She's Sara.

And when she was awake,

she was a nice, kind woman

who painted beautiful pictures.

Right?

Would you like to read to her too?

No, Lucas. We have to go.

Bye.

- See how she moves? - Run, it's scary!

What is it?

Is everything all right?

Yes.

It's too hot.

We were going inside.

Why don't you take a break? I'll stay with her, okay?

Sure.

Come.

I want to show you something, can you hold on?

Yeah.

This is for you.

I thought you might use it.

- Can I try it? - Of course.

I love it!

I love it, thanks.

You're welcome.

- I have to practice. - I see.

- Be careful. - Okay.

Here's the iron supplement.

And this.

You're Ana, right?

- Welcome. - Thanks.

- Would you like copy? - No.

- And a bag? - No, I'll put it in here.

How is everything going, are you happy?

Yeah.

Don't pester her, she'll think this town is full of nosy people.

We know Sara is very well taken care of.

Poor Agustín.

Sorry, sweetheart,

everybody knows each other around here.

Sure.

Bye. Good afternoon.

- Good bye. - See you.

- So, what will it be? - I'm taking this.

- You don't say. - I mean...

MARTA, ARE YOU BUSY?

I'M A BIT TIED UP, BUT GO AHEAD.

NO, IT'S JUST THAT I'M A BIT WORRIED.

ARE YOU STILL HAVING TROUBLE SLEEPING?

DID YOU GET THE IRON SUPPLEMENT?

YEAH, BUT THAT'S NOT IT.

I THINK THERE'S SOMETHING IN THE HOUSE THAT DOESN'T WANT ME THERE.

IT'S THE EXAM, I'M WAY BEHIND.

Hi.

Look what I brought you.

You'll love it.

It's about two girls who are so different

you'd never imagine they have anything in common.

But

at the end of the day they become good friends.

This one.

I like this one a lot.

- You can take anything you like. - Oh, I'm sorry.

No, no...

Sara always had great taste in clothes.

It's a shame nobody uses it.

Yeah.

Well, my style isn't so...

Like that.

But thank you.

- Maybe one day I'll take your word. - Okay.

- How were things in town? - Fine.

I really enjoyed taking the bike, thanks.

They're here.

I'll be right down.

Hi.

- Good morning. - Good morning.

- I assume you know who we are. - Yes, sure, come in.

- This is Ana, Sara's carer. - Hi.

- Hello. - Her room is at the end.

When she was depressed, were you the only one in charge of Sara?

Yes, of course.

You had no help?

Nobody told me I needed help

- or whatever. - No, no. I was just curious.

We'd also like to talk with you, Miss.

Of course.

- When I arrived at the house... - Sorry.

Could you excuse us for a second?

Certainly.

Thank you.

So,

when I arrived at the house

and saw Sara's condition,

the first thing I thought was that she had been receiving professional care.

I was surprised to know he had taken care of her on his own.

Agustín is absolutely devoted to Sara.

Now we have to wait for the trial.

Everything will be fine.

I'm very grateful, Ana.

All I told them was the truth.

It suits you.

Thank you.

I'll get dressed for work.

"Especially in class."

Maybe because she realized Oliviero no longer praised her.

Sometimes she even appeared vexed by her heightened ability.

"Anyway, for the contest..."

I thought you would be studying.

You two look good.

Are you nervous?

For better or for worse,

this will be over soon.

Right, my love?

I promise I won't let them take you.

I'll be back tomorrow morning.

Will you be okay?

Perfect.

Good luck!

Let's see, where were we?

No, Marta, that's what I thought, but it isn't that.

- Are you taking the iron supplement? - No, listen.

- I'm worried about you. - Marta, no, listen.

- I don't get it... - It's not me, Marta. It's something else.

Ana, what else?

Why won't you tell me?

Because if I tell you, you'll think I'm crazy.

CHRONICLE OF AN ASTRAL TRIP

So?

- We've won. - Really?

You deserve it.

We've won.

Thank you, Ana.

Thanks.

- This calls for a celebration, right? - Sure.

- We can go into town. - No way.

Where will you find a better seafood pasta than mine?

I'll take care of it.

I can get all the ingredients for you.

I prefer this one because it's more natural.

- Natu... - Hi.

- Hi. - Hello.

- What are you doing here? - Hi.

I'm Manuela, these two troublemakers are mine.

- Hey, did you get the cookies? - No.

You didn't? Then go get them.

- I hope they haven't bothered you again. - No.

I gave them a good scolding when they told me.

I don't mind. Your kids are very nice.

And very nosy too.

It's just that all the kids are worked up with that stupid notion

of the sleeping woman.

Since they know you're there...

It's okay, really.

I'm glad Agustín finally let someone near him.

Until recently

he wouldn't let anyone help him,

not even those of us close to him.

Yeah. He's had a tough time.

I know, believe me.

Do you know him well?

Well, I used to.

Agustín was different back then.

Before...

Before her.

The first one wins.

Anyway,

if you ever feel like it, come around the bar for a drink, okay?

These?

Done. We're leaving, come on.

- Look. - Bye.

Not those. Bye!

So, on a scale from one to ten, what's your score for dinner?

A fourteen.

I like that. That's good.

- What's this? - Here.

- It's a bit chilly. - Thanks.

- What is it? - This is wonderful.

- Are you trying to get me drunk? - It's just a shot,

a digest if, to help with digestion.

Let's see.

Slow down!

Hold on, you're reckless.

You have to drink much less.

It's awful!

It isn't! You can't drink so much in one go. Here, listen.

Look, there's a technique to it.

Just a sip and you hold it in your mouth.

- Do it like me. - Let's see.

Just a sip, like this.

It's great.

- It's awful. - No. Use my technique.

Go on.

Come on.

Stop!

There! Hold on, hold on.

Stop.

Hold on, hold on. A bit longer.

There, that's the good one.

There.

All good?

- I like it. - Of course.

Yeah.

To Sara.

To Sara.

And to uninteresting people.

And to uninteresting people.

I'm sorry.

It's okay.

Sorry.

No, don't worry. Thank you.

I'm really sorry.

I don't want you to leave.

Ana!

Ana!

Ana.

Ana!

Calm down.

Calm down.

Are you okay?

Are you okay?

It's okay.

Okay, okay.

Yeah, open up. That's it.

Okay, relax.

That's it. That's it.

Wait.

Just a second. Wait.

What happened?

I was standing here and...

I don't know.

Hold on. This is going to sting. There, hold on.

Very good.

You don't remember anything?

What's that?

.Nothing Did I do that?

It's a scratch. It's okay, no harm done.

Hey, look at me.

I'm sorry.

Hey.

I'll get the bandages.

I know it's you.

I know it's you.

What are you doing to me?

Leave me alone!

Ana!

What is it?

Sara.

Don't you ever get the feeling

something's wrong with Sara?

What do you mean?

This.

Agustín,

I know it sounds weird,

but strange things have been happening since I got here.

Ana.

It's not the first time.

The other day, when you left, I almost had a car accident.

What?

I fall asleep and suddenly wake up in places

- I don't understand. - Ana.

You should see a doctor. Maybe you're stressed.

No. That's what I thought, too.

But that's not it, Agustín. It's her.

It's Sara.

It's her?

Her?

Are you hearing yourself?

Like the stories the town kids tell?

Is that it?

Ana.

We're going to the doctor's first thing tomorrow.

I'm sure there's a simple explanation for all of this, okay?

All right?

Modafinil.

This is quite strong. You know that, right?

Did the doctor tell you?

I'll pay by card.

Here you go.

Do you want a copy?

- No. - Okay.

Sorry, could I ask you something?

- You said everyone knows each other here. - Sure.

Do you happen to know Nieves?

Nieves? Nieves.

- She cleaned at the house I'm working in. - Oh, Nieves.

Sure, yeah. But she doesn't live here anymore.

- If you need a cleaner, Toñi could go. - No, no, no.

She left some stuff at the house and I wanted to give it back.

Oh, okay. Wait. Let's see.

I might have her number. Hold on a sec.

Let's see, Nieves. Look.

Here it is.

- I'll write it down for you, okay? - Okay.

Let's see.

Nieves.

Here you go.

- I'm Lourdes, okay? If you ever need me. - Thanks.

- What is it? - I can't find my phone.

Here it is.

- Are you finished? - Almost.

- Almost? - Enough.

Okay.

If you think what we're doing is wrong, maybe we should let it go.

It's not that.

Then what is it?

You think she would be against it?

Agustín...

Sara won't wake up.

You think I don't know that?

You think I don't find myself thinking she would be better off dead?

But she isn't.

I can't act like she's dead.

- What about you? - What about me?

I know there was a different Agustín before Sara, before everything.

Before Sara?

Have you been talking to people in town?

Those people don't know a thing about Sara.

Or about me.

They enjoy making things up. Want to know why?

Because they never knew her.

And neither did you.

Ana?

Ana?

Ana.

Oh my God, what's this?

I love you too, asshole.

You look fabulous!

I can't believe it.

Come, I want you to meet Agustín.

Agustín?

- Is she studying? - Yes.

- Are you sure? - What are you saying?

Nothing.

I'm so sad the kids haven't come.

- Yeah. - I wanted to see them.

And they would have loved to run around here.

- But it's their dad's weekend. - Shall I taste it?

- Let's see. - Let's see how it is.

Yeah?

- You made this? - Yeah.

Seriously?

You bet.

- Do you like it? - It's very good.

- Let's see. - Let's see.

- This is good. - Thanks.

You've blown my mind.

Agustín made the main course, he's a great cook.

How is the exam going?

Fine.

It's the first public exam in years.

Ana has been waiting a long time.

- Yeah. - This is the perfect place to study.

It's quieter than a library.

That's true.

Excuse me, I have to go to the toilet.

Where is it?

- Second door on the left. - Okay.

I think she likes you.

I like her too.

But I got the pretty sister.

It's a bit spicy.

- You don't like it? - I do, but it's a bit spicy.

Nothing else.

It's such a shame my nephews couldn't come.

You have to meet Jorge. He loves everything...

Doesn't he love all the archeological stuff?

He loves wood, every time we go to the beach it's like...

Castles, everything.

Yeah, he loves it.

And how's Simón?

Good, he's fine.

How's judo going? It's a bit tough, he's in a weird phase.

But he's fine, right?

Yeah, he's in a weird phase.

- Will you tell me what's wrong? - What's wrong with you?

I haven't heard a word from you in weeks,

and I arrive here to find this.

- You've been very unpleasant. - Ana, I've seen her pictures.

This is sick.

I love him.

- And he loves me. - So?

- Why do you have to dress up like her? - I'm not dressed up.

Ana, listen to me.

She's his wife. He's clearly still in love with her.

Marta, she's no longer here.

I am.

In the end it's true you're wrong in the head!

Fuck off.

Ana.

Ana.

Ana, listen to me, please. Ana, please.

Listen to me, please.

Okay, all right.

That's it.

Thanks.

The courier guys.

They came early.

Can you take care of Sara?

Yes.

Thank you.

No problem.

IMAGES SARA ARIAS

WIKIPEDIA SARA ARIAS CANARY ARTIST

PAINTER SARA ARIAS TRIES TO KILL HERSELF AND IS IN A COMA.

HER LAST EXHIBITION WAS IN 2017.

SHE DISAPPEARED FROM PUBLIC LIFE IN 2018.

LAST EXHIBITION 2017.

The number you're calling isn't available.

Please leave your message.

Hi, Nieves. I'm Ana, we haven't met.

I'm working at Agustín and Sara's where you used to work,

and I'm calling because I'd like to talk to you.

Please call me.

Bye.

Manuela.

- Hi. - Can I talk to you for a minute?

It looks like you're staying, right?

You look different.

I thought you would only be around

- until the trial was over. - Yeah.

Well, things have changed.

I'm working right now.

Manuela.

I just want to help Agustín.

What happened in 2018?

In 2018?

Yes. Sara stopped painting then.

Everybody loved Agustín in town, you know?

She came here as his newlywed

and they seemed happy.

We were all very happy for them.

But since she got here

they started to isolate themselves.

We stopped seeing Sara in town and Agustín just came to do the shopping

every now and then.

He didn't speak to anyone.

Not even with those of us who had been his friends.

People still remember the last time we saw them together.

It was at the end of that year.

They came to dinner, and Sara...

Sara lost it.

She berated him on front of everybody and they left.

From that day on, we stopped seeing Agustín.

He called me that night.

He was drunk, crying.

Devastated.

He didn't say a bad word about her, but we all knew Sara...

Sara gave him a hard time.

Is that what you wanted?

You're not helping him.

I wish she had died.

That was in the brochure for the exhibition.

My biography read,

"An artist that won't leave you indifferent

to his special spitting style."

Where did that come from?

But...

Are you okay?

Ana.

Ana, are you okay? Ana.

Ana.

Hey.

What happened?

Take it easy.

Agustín, what is it?

Nothing bad.

You're pregnant.

Doctor Fernández, doctor Fernández,

please go to room 45, Pavilion 4.

Hi.

How are you feeling?

I've brought you a couple of things.

And I made this for you.

Food is usually terrible in these places. Look.

Do you want some?

- Okay. - Thanks.

Is everything fine?

Agustín.

I'm not going back.

What do you mean by that?

Home. With you.

I can't do it.

Why not?

Are you okay? Have they said anything?

Yeah, I'm fine. They still have to run some tests.

But the pregnancy is fine.

Don't worry.

- You know I'll take good care of you. - You don't understand.

I can't be near Sara.

If I stay, I'll end up badly.

I love you...

but I have to think about the baby.

I'm going to call Marta.

Wait.

Wait.

Wait.

What if I take her to a nursing home?

You're right.

I have to start on a clean slate.

I'm going to be a father.

I want to raise that child with you.

Where is she?

In a nice place. Near here.

HAVE YOU DROPPED OFF THE FACE OF THE EARTH?

- Your sister again? - Yes.

I've delayed telling her for too long now.

You need peace and quiet.

I'm sure she won't think it's wrong.

That's because you don't know her.

I have to tell her.

Come. I want to show you something.

Come.

I love it.

Great.

What is it?

I hurt myself.

I still haven't sanded that part.

I like it a lot. A lot.

I'll take it to the workshop and finish it there.

Thanks.

I'm glad you like it.

MISSED CALL 5:11 PM

AT LEAST TELL ME YOU'VE SIGNED UP FOR THE EXAM

No. You're not here anymore. You can't.

What are you doing here?

Are you going to stay here long?

No.

I'll finish it tomorrow.

Let's go.

MOM - SARA, ARE YOU OKAY?

I'M SCARED. I'M AFRAID AGUSTÍN MIGHT HURT YOU.

IF YOU DON'T ANSWER, I'll CALL THE POLICE.

Ana?

I CAN'T TALK NOW. I'll CALL YOU AS SOON AS I CAN.

YOU WERE RIGHT. HE ENDED UP DOING IT.

Ana?

- You're here. - I couldn't sleep.

- Another episode? - No.

No, it's not that.

Right.

Let's get back to bed.

I have to wake up early, the courier is coming.

Come on.

What is it?

I need to ask you some questions.

- There's nothing I want to say to you. - Please.

Sara had a second phone.

Agustín didn't know about this, right?

Where did you find it?

I need you to help me understand this message.

YOU WERE RIGHT. HE ENDED UP DOING IT.

That was the day

- she... - What?

The day she lost her baby.

But... didn't she lose it when she jumped out the window?

What?

My daughter would never do that.

She loved that baby with all her soul.

She was going to call her Sofía, like me.

Then how did she lose it?

That was earlier.

An accident. Or so they said.

An accident.

That's how she lost her baby.

But you don't believe that's what happened.

Of course not.

She sent me this message from the hospital.

She called me when she could,

she had decided to report him this time.

Did she report him?

She did.

But he convinced her to retract, and go back to him.

From that moment on,

she never got in touch again, she stopped calling me.

Until, I assume,

she couldn't stand it any longer and then it happened.

Is my daughter all right?

She no longer lives with us.

She's in a nursing home.

I'm glad she's not with him anymore.

Where did he send her?

I don't know.

But I'll find out.

Go now.

And be careful.

How did you find me?

Don't believe a word that crazy bitch says.

She's a liar.

How did Sara lose her baby?

It was an accident.

I didn't tell you because I was afraid you'd think it was my fault.

People didn't like our relationship.

But when you came along,

you saw Sara and me with clean eyes.

That helped me.

That's why I didn't say anything.

I know I don't deserve you.

I'll try to do better.

I promise.

I'll be right back.

My wallet.

- Do you want anything? - No.

Are you hungry?

No. I'm off to bed.

Do you want some warm milk?

It's Marta.

Aren't you answering?

No, I'd rather call her

tomorrow, it's late.

Hello?

Nieves, this is Ana.

I called you, I work at Agustín and Sara's.

Sure, yes, I just returned your call.

I called because I found out Sara went through a depression

and that's why she fired you,

- but I wanted to know why... - Sara?

No, her husband fired me.

Agustín?

That's right.

Why did he fire you?

He never liked having me there.

She insisted they needed me.

Then she was left bedridden,

and soon after he said...

What? What did he say?

Just today

I've spoken with Sara's mother and she told me things about Agustín I...

I don't know what to think any more.

Nieves?

Look, I'm sorry, but I don't want to get in trouble.

I'm in a complicated situation already.

- I hope you understand. - Yes.

Yes.

- I know, but things are happening to me... - I know.

I experienced things in that house, strange things.

- I guess you have too. - Yes.

Since I arrived, all sorts of things have happened.

At first I thought it was Sara, that she wanted to kick me out.

No, no, no. Sara wants to communicate with you.

She already tried with me, but there was no time.

I'd advise you

not to fight against Sara.

Let her guide you, don't resist.

All she wants is to...

You haven't changed?

No.

Agustín.

I don't feel right.

The baby kicked me earlier

and now I think it's sleeping.

Want to try to feel it tomorrow?

Sure.

Rest.

- I'm going to work a while. - Okay.

I'll put this away for you.

I won't leave you here.

No.

- No. - Ana.

Let me go.

Go?

Where?

I'll go back home.

To your home?

Ana, you said you weren't feeling right.

Do you want to go back to the doctor?

No. I'm leaving.

Ana, you can't go.

You won't separate me from my child.

Can't you see you'll also hurt our child?

Ana, come back home.

Don't make me do something I'll regret.

Like what you did to Sara?

Agustín, you're the one who's not well.

I told you to go back inside.

Get out.

Ana, open.

Ana, come on, please, I'm not angry.

I promise.

Come on, let's talk.

Ana, can you hear me?

Ana!

Ana, open.

Ana, open!

Ana!

- Ana! - I'm sorry.

- Ana, I told you to open! - I'm sorry. Now I'm listening.

I'm listening.

Ana, open!

I said to open the door!

Ana!

Sara!

I'm sorry.

Forgive me.

FIVE MONTHS LATER

The name, sweetheart. What will she be called?

Sofía.

Like her grandmother.

THE SLEEPING WOMAN