"Summer Things" "Jerome, go without me, I've nothing to wear" "I can't wear that green thing again, I wore it the last time we went to theirs" "Don't be daft, wear your red suit." "You always turn heads in that" "That's the problem." "I turn heads because everyone's so glad I'm not in that old green thing." "Look, you know the situation" "What are you doing with that door?" " I'm making a cat-flap" "We don't have a cat" " It makes the place more homely." "Bertrand said we might have some viewings this week." "It might help sell it" " But it's all crooked!" " I haven't finished!" "Stop destroying this house!" "That's why it won't sell!" "It won't sell cause it stinks of failure." "My failure." "People can smell that." "What have you done to your hair?" " Nothing, just tidied up a bit" "Has it come to this?" "Cutting your own hair?" "Look at it!" "There are bald patches everywhere!" "Cutting the back is hard, you know" "Well don't do it then!" "Vero, don't start - we've no choice now" "We have to economise." "I can't." "No-one taught me and I don't want to learn" "Please, Jerome, I'm sick of wearing the same things" "Particularly in front of Elisabeth." "Every time she looks at me I want to die." "I warned you." "I told you going on holiday was mad" "Why can't we have the same as them?" "I'm sick of being shown up by their jetsetting." "We're not discussing this again." "We have to really tighten our belts" "I don't even know how we're going to pay Loic's school fees" "Know what Vero told me in the gym?" "They're coming to Le Touquet, to The Westminster, like us." "They decided at the last minute." "When are they leaving?" "Same as us - day after tomorrow" "I'm delighted, it'll be fun" "Should have told them we're going to Bali." "They couldn't afford that" "Seeing her in her trouser suit, I thought:" ""She's so out of date!"" "I'd love to be able to wear the same dresses for 5 years." "Why didn't Emilie come to the office this morning?" "She had things to buy for her holiday" "I told you that too." "Makes me sick." "Don't start that again." "She's 17." "No wonder she'd rather go to the USA with a girlfriend" "Spending a week with her parents in Le Touquet doesn't really excite her." "Le Touquet doesn't excite anyone." "I'm done visiting temples and floating markets stoned on anti-malarial drugs" "I really need a proper break this year" "A break?" "Compared to what exactly?" "What do you actually do, Elisabeth?" "Actually, I think I'll take the bag too" "I found it clashed" "Clashed with what?" "With the little Prada bags I bought Tuesday" "I thought they clashed." "Didn't you?" "Now you mention it, maybe..." "Anyway, I'm going to pop to the office." "See you tonight, honey" "Oh God, it's a nightmare" "How am I going to do everything?" "You still here, Kevin?" "I thought you'd left a while ago" "Had to finish something off" "Have a quick look at that tomorrow, please" "Go home, you look knackered" "It'd be terrible if you got ill just when you're going on holiday." "Incidentally, where are you going?" "To my parents' house in Dunkirk, Mr Lanier" "Won't you call me Bertrand?" "Right you are, Bertrand" "Jesus!" "You're nuts!" "He'll end up catching us." "You said he wasn't here" "I thought he wasn't." "Anyway, I was careful, he didn't hear us" "So did you like it?" "I liked it, anyway." " He looked at me strangely" "Don't worry, my dad never sees anything" "Nanou?" "I've about an hour before this stupid dinner." "I'll drop by and see you, honey." "Why are you limping?" "It's Jerome's fucking gas meters again!" " Does it hurt?" "It's nothing, she's just stubbed her toe." ""Stubbed her toe"?" "!" "I almost broke my shin!" "Prick!" "Let's have a drink, everything will be fine" "It's a bit weird collecting gas meters..." "Champagne, Vero?" "They're all over the lounge, you can't move without risking disability." "Thank you" "Hello, Emilie, I didn't see you there" "So what's collecting gas meters about, then?" "They're very beautiful, kind of like busts" "Jesus, don't get him started, we'll be here all night" "Someone at the door!" "Get the door, Emilie, it's Julie" "Julie?" "I didn't know she was eating with us." "I spend my life telling you" "Want a top-up, Jerome?" "No, thanks, I haven't finished" "You need to catch up!" "Bertrand!" "You've already had three" "You know I can't remember anything" "Julie!" " Look at them..." "They went out yesterday!" "You'd think they'd not seen each other for years." "Dinner is served!" "Come on" "How did you manage to choose the same place as us for your holiday?" "Nothing wrong with that, of course..." "It's Jerome's fault" " What?" "We're talking about the holiday - you chose the place" "Oh, you know, a bit at random." "You made it sound good last time" "The fish terrine is great, Elisabeth" "It's a really simple Bocuse recipe." "Emilie, can you clear the table?" "My, Loic, you got stuck in to that!" "You're not like our picky little daughter" "I just don't eat dead animals" "Well, you used to!" "You loved leg of lamb and went mad for knuckle end" "And before that I sucked your nipples." "Weird how people change..." "That's enough, Emilie." "Anyone want to finish off the white wine?" "No, thanks" " Well, I do" "And what are you doing for your holidays?" "That's actually a bit of a problem this year" "It's a pain, but, frankly..." "I'm completely broke" "It's a real road to ruin, taking holidays" "I mean, it's a bit daft to spend so much money for a few days away" "Why do you have to put your foot in it every time?" "Why do you never bring Alice with you?" "Are you joking?" "We wouldn't be able to hear one another!" "I spend a fortune on babysitters 'cos no-one can put up with her" "Oh, come on - it can't be all that difficult" "I'd love it if our little Maria was still around to scream" "No?" "Hurry up, Bertrand" "You can't be in a hurry if you're with him!" "So, Emilie, holidaying alone this year?" "Oh, yes!" "First she drops meat, now she drops her parents" "She prefers Chicago with her friend Nina" "And I will spend the whole week worried to death" "She's a lovely girl, you know." "She doesn't use needles or sniff glue..." "That'd be all I needed!" "You're going to Chicago?" "I'd no idea!" "That's great!" "I've heard it's really nice" "And very dangerous" "No more than her school." "When are you off?" " Tomorrow" "What do you mean, "tomorrow"?" "You can't leave before us!" "We're all leaving the day after tomorrow, Emilie." "And I'm leaving tomorrow" "It's been arranged" "Tomorrow or the day after, what's the difference?" "A day!" "And no-one told me!" "I'm not ready for it" "Lucky you're not the one going" "It's easy not to give a damn about anything." "We balance each other out, darling" "Right - help yourselves!" "Bertrand, have you booked a suite at the hotel?" "Sorry" " I didn't think we'd need the whole floor" "I'm being serious" "We never use the living room in the suite" "We could put up another bed" "Why?" "Do you want separate rooms?" "No!" "For Julie" "It's terrible she can't have a holiday" "Hang on, Elisabeth - I can't gatecrash!" "I'm used to not going away, you know" "Once more won't make a difference" "Don't be silly!" "They're not going to make us pay extra, are they, Bertrand?" "Don't think so" "No, I really can't, it's your holiday" "Plus I bet it's really posh, the grub will cost loads" "We'll put it on our bill!" "We won't even notice" "Yes, but we shouldn't embarrass Julie..." "It's sensitive..." "It is a bit..." " Julie's not embarrassed!" "So that's decided!" "Will you fetch the bread, Bertrand?" "Well, if you're sure..." "But, what about Alice...?" "Bring her too!" "You can't leave her in Paris!" "It'll be a joy to have her with us." "You don't mind, do you, Bertrand?" "No, of course not, but does she like long journeys?" "With her mother around, everything will be fine" "That's settled, then" "Can you pass me the meat?" "Listen, Elisabeth, I've got a better idea" "To be very honest, I said "yes" to this trip because I could see you needed a break but it doesn't suit me at all." "Kevin's off as well, and we've got two huge projects" "There's Karine, but she's sick every other day" "Samuel's a fucking idiot" "So it might be better if I stayed" "Don't make me go on holiday on my own" "No, exactly" "Instead of bunking on the sofa, Julie can sleep in my bed" "She'll be more comfortable with the baby you won't be alone and I'll be... much less worried about the agency" "Look, Bertrand..." "I'm not going to steal your holiday" "You're not stealing anything, quite the opposite you'll do me a huge favour" "I can tell Elisabeth needs to relax but it's not a good time for me." "Listen, Julie... if that's what he wants..." "I'll take you there in the car make sure you're OK, then come back and take care of business" "It's never ever just a week..." "True" "Right, now that's decided, I'll get the cheese." "No, the bread, the bread..." "Do you mind much not going with Bertrand?" "You know, he's a total pain on holiday" "Anyway, you'll be there - we'll have a lark together" "His loss..." "Jerome - is our room on the same floor as Elisabeth's?" "No, I meant to say, we're not quite in the same hotel" "You're not in The Westminster?" "What a shame!" "No, we can't afford it anymore, so I cancelled it" "What the fuck are you talking about?" "It's a surprise." "I want to surprise you." "Must go release the babysitter" "If she hasn't already killed herself" "I'll give you a lift home" "Be sensible, you've had a lot to drink" "This little green outfit still suits you so well" "You still look so young" "You don't know how lucky you are!" "Bye, sweetie" " Bye, Elisabeth." "Thanks" "See you tomorrow, Elisabeth - thanks again" "Call me, won't you?" " No problem" "Come on, let's go." "Bertrand, are you sure?" " Of course I am" "Good night" "Are you not going to park up?" "What for?" "Come upstairs with me" "You're kidding, Julie" "I miss you" "Don't talk rubbish" "That's in the past - things have changed." "Why?" "Lots of reasons" "And it was your decision, right?" "You'd never have left Elisabeth" "No, I told you from the start." "I was always very clear" "I was sick of waiting for you to call" "You'd take her to Bali, while I got a pizza and a bang in the back seat" "Don't start that again." "You found a guy, had his baby, the bloke disappeared, show's over." "You only miss me since he gave you the boot" "Or when you've got a bill to pay" "You're trying to be cruel, but you know that's not true" "I miss you." "I really do." "I want you" "I'm rat-arsed!" "Who cares?" "I'll get rid of the babysitter - come on..." "OK, enough of this shit - good night" "I don't know what we're doing" "Who gives a shit?" "It's okay, don't worry" "Don't worry, she'll go back to sleep in a minute" "Keep going, keep going!" "Oh it's you, Mum." "No, I haven't yet left." "Nina's not here yet, so I'm waiting" "Don't worry, I've not forgotten anything" "I've got everything." "Toothbrush, bag, passport, condoms..." "I'm joking!" "Honestly!" "Anyway, I hate them, so I never use them" "Look, I've got to go - love you!" "Where the fuck have you been?" "Have you seen the time?" "Sorry..." "Look at your bag!" "For fuck's sake...!" "It's split open again" "Have you got a bit of string or something?" "What the fuck would I be doing with string?" "It's this way for First Class" "I didn't buy First Class tickets, you know" " You what?" " Do you know how much they cost?" "It's ridiculous - just for a seat." "You don't arrive any quicker!" "I'm not debating it." "I don't travel in economy." "Come off it..." "Out of the question." "Sort it or I'm fucking off." "But I've already got the tickets!" "Change them" "It'll cost a bomb!" "I'm already broke because of this!" "You've got five minutes" " I'll wait here" "Yes, there are still First Class seats." "Do you want to upgrade?" "No... no..." "I was just curious" "Sorry, babe, First Class is completely full" "Are you sure you'll manage on your own?" "I'm just going to spend my time working" "It feels terribly strange to leave without you and Emilie but I really need a break." "A break from what exactly?" "I'm taking this one too." "I can wear it anywhere" "I'm going to get a top-up" "Are you kidding?" "Are you really that scared?" "Look at that, scared of flying!" "No, it's not that." "I got to go to the toilet." "I need to freshen up." "Kevin, you know what...?" " Not now, babe" "Go to the toilets and, in five minutes, unlock the door" "Are you mad?" "Unlock the door and let me in" "Please, let me get out" "Promise?" "Yeah, yeah, sure" "Sorry" "Why you didn't come?" "Where?" "Oh, sorry, I forgot." "Shit!" "No!" "Oh God, no!" "For fuck's sake!" "It's a nightmare!" "What am I going to do?" "Shop!" "Come on, let's split." "There are tons of great shops here." "What with all the money I've got left..." "Kevin - move it!" "I've never been so fucking bored." "I'll never last two weeks." "Please don't start, honey" "I'm sick of those bitches talking to me slowly like I'm a moron" "I feel like I'm in an asylum" "I feel like smacking them." "Please stop." "You make me want to scream" "We're here to relax, so relax" "I'm on holiday too, you know." "I need it." "I've worked like a dog this year." "Unlike me who's done fuck all, right?" "I never said that, Jean-Pierre" "I want to be on holiday, not in intensive care" "Jesus, Lulu, there are only fatties and pensioners here." "I'm getting a taste for euthanasia" "I can't stay another ten days here!" "Go, then, have fun, just let me relax." "You know I can't." "And you know why." "I love you too much to do that." "That's not love, Jean-Pierre..." "Well it's the best I can do." "I'll rinse you off and take you to the masseur." "So you're getting a massage off a guy, then." "Now I get the picture" "Can I have a word with Mum?" "Yeah, I love you too" "Sweetheart?" "Yep, I've just arrived" "Julie, could you shut her up a minute so I can hear what this lady is saying?" "Of course I bloody can't!" "Do you think I'm enjoying it?" "Perhaps you need to change her?" "I've lost the receipt, so they won't take her back" "Sorry?" "Nothing, I'm joking." "Forget it." "I'm going upstairs." "Do you want to have a drink before you go?" "No, sweetheart, that wouldn't be wise." "Plus I don't want to drive back in the dark" "Really...?" "OK, well, goodbye, darling." "Call me as soon as you get home." "I will." "Take care." "God, this car is uncomfortable!" "What with my foot as well..." "Plus, it's so ugly!" "Look - it was kind of them to lend us it while the Volvo's being repaired" "It's only six months old." "Why do they need to change the engine?" "These things happen." "You haven't booked a self-catering cottage or a B and B, have you?" "Course not!" "Are you mad?" "How could you think that?" "We're a long way out of Le Touquet here." "Nearly there now." "So we're not in the centre, then?" "Nanou?" "It's me." "I'm on my way." "Should be there in a couple of hours." "Me too, sweetheart." "See?" "Everything's fine." "A perfect baby girl." "Yeah, for now." "I feel weird being here." "I told you I used to come here every year with my family?" "No, I didn't know." "You'll see, it's infested with English people." "Chanel, Dries van Notten, La Croix..." "He never spoilt me like this." "Who?" "Nobody." "No-one has." "It's fantastic here." "I've never had anything as beautiful as this before." "I guess no-one ever thought I was worth it." "Don't be silly, Julie." "You're absolutely gorgeous." "No man can resist you." "You just choose badly." "Why did you call him Eric, then?" "Because it's his name." "After a week, you can call the person who massages you by his first name." "And after a fortnight, what can you do with the bloke who gropes you every morning?" "I think it's time we left." "Will you stop?" "All the masseurs are guys here." "So shut up about Eric!" "Well - here we are." "Exactly like in the brochure." "This place looks rubbish." "Nobody asked for your opinion!" "Restart this shitheap, drive back into town, find a hotel or I'm going home." "At least have a quick look." "I'm sure you're both going to love it." "Come and look!" "It's great!" "In you go!" "You're going to love it." "It's a shithole!" "Right, cheer up, sweetie." "At least come and have a look." "Ow!" "My bad foot!" "Jerome, if I had a gun right now, I'd shoot you." "Loic, we're going home!" "Yes, yes, we've settled in fine." "Sorry, I can't hear you very well, I'm calling from the mobile." "No, we've just been doing a little shopping." "No, no, just a few bits and bobs." "We've everything we need." "Erm... tonight?" "Yes, OK." "6 o'clock?" "Great." "See you later." "Jerome, it's a disaster " "She wants us to meet her at 6 for a cocktail reception at the hotel" "It's a welcoming drink!" "What on Earth can I wear?" "And what will you wear?" "Tell me!" "What will we tell her?" "Seems you don't want to understand, so for the last time:" "We're broke, potless!" "The car's not being repaired, I sold it to pay for petrol and the caravan hire." "So deal with it, or we go home." "Take it or leave it." "Clear enough?" "Where've you been?" "I've been waiting half an hour." "Not here, this place is so last season." "I've found something much classier." "Hurry up then, I've bought us presents." "My wife signed us up for thallasotherapy but after five days she couldn't take anymore..." "Have you ever done thalassotherapy?" "No." "Don't do it, it's horrible." "They walk around in slippers, like a cult." "My wife's over there." "Excuse me." "Who was that bloke?" "I don't know..." "You were talking to him, you must know he was?" "Good evening, we're meeting a friend who's right there, thank you." "Welcome, friends!" "What's the matter with your foot?" "Why are you limping?" "Oh, I stood on Vero's foot with my knee" "What's he talking about?" "I'm so happy to see this dress!" "Like seeing an old friend again!" "He said he worked in tourism, he'd got an unsold suite..." "I don't know..." "So, how's your hotel?" "Hotel?" "It's incredible." "In fact, it's not a hotel, you know..." "It's..." "Jerome had this wonderful idea of finding us this little, out of the way place..." "It's delightful!" "Blimey - there's more water on the floor than in the bath!" "You're so bloody romantic after making love." "No, no, no - absolutely not!" "Come on, it's a present." "A bit of grass, maybe, but not that shit." "Come on, Granddad" "Chill out, for fuck's sake" "Where'd you get that?" "Behind a shop." "Come on." "Don't bother, there's no way." "Kevin..." "I have to call my mother" "Not now!" "Yes, now." "What's that?" "What time is it?" "Shit!" "Hurry, it'll wake her up!" "Hello?" "Emilie?" "Why on Earth are you calling so late?" "Are you in trouble?" "Emilie, it's the middle of the night!" "Alice, stop screaming!" "I can't take it anymore!" "We'd only just got the little brat to fall asleep!" "Sleep or I'll kill you!" "I can't understand a word you're saying!" "Stop eating for a minute!" "Is your girlfriend OK?" "Alice, stop!" "Emily, I'm going because I can't hear a thing." "And I don't know if I'll last the week..." "Bye, lots of love." "Julie, shut her up!" "I'm going mad!" "What the fuck do you think I'm trying to do?" "What's going on?" "What's that racket?" "The racket is the baby!" "Emilie could find nothing better to do than call at 3 in the morning and now all hell's broken loose!" "Is Emilie OK?" "Of course she's OK, but I need this holiday so much and it's so weird being here without you." "Me too, I feel a bit weird." "But don't worry, everything will be fine." "Any problems, just call, you know I'm always here for you." "Thank you, darling." "Take care, Bertrand." "I will, I promise." "Calm down and have a nice relaxing break." "Love you." " Love you too." "It was Elizabeth." "Sorry." "I heard." "I'm a bit worried about Emilie." "She's only 17." "I'm not that much older." "It's not the same - you're a boy." "Boys are better at dealing with things." "I'm going to ask for a map." "I'll meet you upstairs." "I'll come with you." "No, Jean-Pierre, please." "You have to make an effort." "You have to learn to cope." "Yes, I know." "I really have to try." "I have to protect myself." "I'm actually quite shy, in fact." "And being alone's really not easy." "Especially when you don't know where to go." "Where do you go drinking?" "Oh, I've not been here long, I don't really know the area." "And it's my first time away since my wife died..." "I'm sorry..." "No, no, that's fine" "We'd been separated for a while." "She'd left me." "Anyway - life goes on, you know." "I'll let you get on with your work." "That's funny - your name's Pauline?" "That was my godmother's name." "I love it." "Yes, madam?" "Do you have a map of the town?" " Of course" "Hello, I'm Maxime." "We met yesterday." "Sorry" "Something the matter?" "Sorry?" "I asked if something was the matter." "No, no..." "You are incredibly beautiful." "It's electrifying just looking at you." "You have such beautiful skin." "It's not what you think, Jean-Pierre!" "Get in here." "What was that about?" "What the fuck were you playing at in there?" "I wasn't doing anything!" "Oh, so who was the whore on all fours showing her tits?" "I was picking up the map, Jean-Pierre" "Which just happened to fall in front of the bloke's flies?" "That's enough!" "A quick bang in a lift with Mr Loverman, no harm done?" "Did you arrange that last night?" "Stop it!" "Ditch me for 15 minutes, was that the plan?" "Was that your dirty plan?" "Let go, you're hurting me!" "I'm crazy about you, Lulu!" "God help me if you leave me." "I'd die for you." "How you could fuck me over like this?" "I'm sorry." "Forgive me." "Where are you going?" " I need some fresh air." "I'll come with you." " No, I said I need some fresh air." "Does it hurt?" "It's really burning." "You need to put cream on it." "I have." "Must be some cheap crap, then." "Loic, can you put some cream on my back?" "Cheap crap?" "I hope you're joking." "You look knackered." "Didn't you sleep OK?" "The baby was a little restless." "Jesus, she was screaming her head off." "Poor thing, she's in a strange place..." "Nope, she's like that everywhere." "She's a nightmare." "We should have brought a parasol." "I'm starting to burn too." "Don't they rent them somewhere?" " Don't think so." "Hang on." "Excuse me - do you know where I can hire a parasol like yours?" "Er, no, sorry, I don't." "Damn." "You see we've got a baby, but the sun's so hot I'm scared it's going to hurt her." "I can lend you mine." "No, no, that's not what I meant!" "Oh, how embarrassing!" "Are you sure that's OK?" "I'll go swimming." "Thank you so much, you're a sweetheart." "Thank you very much!" "Let me take her with us." "What do you mean?" "Just for tonight." "So you can get some rest." "Might be a good idea." "That would definitely help us out." "Particularly if you've got a big house." "She won't disturb the neighbours." "Right well that's settled." "Hear that?" "You're coming to my house tonight." "Ow!" "What are you doing?" "That hurts!" "Sorry, I've got cramp." "Please don't touch me, it hurts like hell" "What's the matter, honey?" "What was that all about with Julie?" "It's already impossible to sleep in that dump, and now we're lumbered with that screaming bitch?" "Don't you dare you talk about a little baby like that!" "Or anyone else for that matter." "Given they've got a spare bed now, maybe I could sleep here?" "Could you ask them?" "Look, Loic..." "I can't..." "How would that make me look?" "I'm sorry." "Come on, let's have a drink." "Come on, sugarplum." "There's no spare seats." "Hang on." "Excuse me, would it bother you terribly if we shared this table with you?" "Not at all." "Thank you, that's very kind." "Right, I'll pay for these." "Sweetie, will you go find a chair?" "What shall we have?" " Well, I wouldn't mind a glass of Champagne!" "Sure." "Actually, since there are four of us why not just buy a bottle?" "True..." "But I know Loic won't want any, so..." "Hey - he's on holiday too." "And he's old enough." "Can I get you anything?" "A bottle of Champagne, please." "Unless he doesn't like it?" "I do!" "He has expensive tastes." "Do you know what he told me?" "Even though we've got this fantastic villa" "He said: "Mum, this hotel is so beautiful," "I'd love to sleep here with Julie and Elisabeth."" "Aren't kids funny?" "You should sleep in the living room." "We'll swap kids for a night." "What a hoot!" "What a great idea!" "So what are we doing tonight, girls?" "Nothing, I'm absolutely knackered." "Plus I have to look after the baby." "Fancy going clubbing, Elisabeth?" "I haven't the stamina." "Where on Earth do you find the energy?" "I am going to ask the barman if he knows anywhere local." "Hello" "Do you know anywhere to go out partying round here?" "Sure - for dancing or drinking?" "I think I read somewhere that The Xenon is the best place..." " You're right..." " Hello..." " Maxime..." " Julie..." "Loic, you can pour." "No baby this evening?" "What baby?" "Oh did you see me with the baby?" "It's not mine." "It's my friend's." "The one over there who looks like a crème brulee." "Oh, right." "So are you having a girls' night out?" "No, they're not really clubbers." "Look, if you're going to be on your own perhaps I could escort you..." "I was going to go for a walk..." "That's very sweet." "Meet you in the lobby after dinner?" "Sounds great..." "See you later." "Sorry, erm, have you already made plans for dinner?" "There's a fish restaurant nearby that looks quite good..." "Well, I'm with my friend Elisabeth, so..." "Sure... well I'm not going to impose..." "Actually, she didn't sleep well so she might just eat in her room..." "I'd love to." "I'm going to buy some cigarettes." "Shall we meet in the lobby?" "OK." "I've got a date for tonight." "I'm going to get ready." "Hello." "She's wasted no time, has she?" "What does she see in him?" "What she sees is a man who's available." "Two very important qualities." "True." " Like it?" " Very nice." "Delicious." "Right..." "We'll go up and get the baby and call a taxi." "Then we'll go and get your things." "Can I offer you a glass of champagne to thank you for the parasol?" "Don't worry about it." "I'd like to." "Excuse me." "Would you like to help me finish the bottle?" "Everyone's abandoned me." "With pleasure!" " Thank you." " Another glass, please." "We were so lucky with the weather, weren't we?" "It's fantastic." "I've rather copped the sun, though..." "Is your husband not around tonight?" "No, we've decided to do our own thing." "You rather burn out as a couple being joined at the hip all the time." "It's funny, this is the first time I'm holidaying without my husband." "Because of his business..." "And I really needed a break." "I was a bit apprehensive but... in fact, I quite like the freedom." "Look, I must go, because I have to look after a little girl tonight." "Lovely to meet you again." "I don't believe it!" "What's the matter?" "I can't find my credit card." "Maybe I left it at the villa." "Let me treat you." "No, no, no... out of the question." "Please, I'd like to." "Well, it looks like I have no choice, but..." "But I'll have to return the favour." "OK?" "OK." "Look, thank you so much, I have to dash." " That's OK." " Thanks." "Loic, let's go." "Hurry up." "Bye." "See you tomorrow." "You know what I think?" "We should order another bottle." "To celebrate our freedom." "What an excellent idea." "Unbelievable!" "Your mother has gone and blown more money." "What the fuck's her problem?" "It's not what you think." "Look." "What the fuck is that?" "See?" "It's horrible here!" "But we don't care because we're going to have fun anyway." "Know why she's like this?" "It's because of Maria." "I'm going for a walk." "Here, make yourself useful for once." "Go and get Loic's things." "He wants to spend the night at the hotel with Elisabeth." " At the hotel?" " Yes." "Really...?" "Can I ask why the baby's here?" "Loic begged me to let him spend a night away from this fucking dump, as he calls it and the only way to do it was to swap with her." "That's what the baby's doing here." "For heaven's sake!" "I know, you were scared, I know, sweetie." "Thanks a lot." "Sorry!" "No, it's fine." "I haven't even any tissues." "It's fine, it'll dry off." "I'll buy you another." " Why should you?" "It wasn't your fault." " No, I insist." "What flavour do you want?" "Same again?" "That'd be great." "To start with it was fun, but now it's starting to piss me off." "I know what you mean." "I've only been here a day and I'm already bored." "At least I get to go sailing every day." "My dad has a boat." "I came with my dad and my brother." "My parents are divorced." "How about you?" "My parents are nutters but still together." "Do you like sailing?" "I love it." "Are you free tomorrow?" "Yes." "Well, I mean, I can be." "What the fuck are you doing, Carole?" "Get a move on, we're waiting." " This is my brother, Roman." " Pleased to meet you." "Is your boyfriend a pig or has he just started on solid food?" "Come on, move!" "See you tomorrow." "You've got nice hands." "Rena, could you bring in Kevin's latest reports?" "I don't trust this kind of gossip." "There's too much bitching in this business." "He's worked here for four years, he's been a model employee." "Perhaps he needs money?" "He's been odd recently." "I'm wondering if he's taking drugs." "Stop talking shit, Samuel." "These are the latest, sir." "The others are with accounts." "Thank you, Rena" "I hope I'm mistaken, but I thought I should mention it." "Of course." "It's very good of you, Samuel." "Samuel - if I were to fire Kevin" "I certainly wouldn't replace him with you." "I really don't want you to think that, sir..." "Sure." "See you later." "Hey, you know you've got a meeting about your neighbour's house?" "I'd completely forgotten!" "I'd like to go out for dinner tonight." "But you already asked me to go shopping!" "Oh, yes, right." "What are these?" "If I understood what he told me correctly, I believe they're gas meters." "Would you care to look around on your own?" "It's often the best way to get a feel for somewhere." "Yes, thanks" "Hello, what's this?" "Do not open before 1st August, 1999." ""When you read this, I will have become a burden on you" "I'm sorry, I'm very very sorry but it's better this way." "With all my love" " Jerome. "" ""When you read this." "I will have become a burden on you." "I'm sorry... "" ""When you read this." "I will have become a burden on you... "" "Hello?" "So...?" "Well, we're interested but it's not been very well maintained..." "Have they had cats?" "The price is somewhat up for discussion..." "Can I call you tonight with an offer?" "If you accept it, we'd like to move quickly, if that's OK?" "That suits me." "You have to be seriously weird to collect gas meters..." "What are they like?" "A bit weird." "Pull over there." "Why?" "I'd prefer not to get out in front of the hotel." "It's a bit crappy." "OK." "Bye then." " Hello." "Have you seen Lulu?" " Lulu?" "My wife, Lulu." "No" "It's not easy living with someone who bangs anything that moves." "The opposite's true too." "I'll have a look in the woods." "Bye." "Goodbye." "At first, I liked his possessive side, it was comforting." "He'd call me twenty times a day..." "He'd go shopping with me, sit me with in the hairdresser's..." "A perfect companion, right?" "But it slowly got worse and worse." "I think he feels like a failure." "Possibly because I'm better off than him." "Men get so worked up about that sort of thing." "What do you do?" "I'm a business lawyer." "He works part-time at a newspaper." "I get the feeling that my husband doesn't really give a fuck what I do or whom I'm with." "I get the feeling that I don't give a fuck that he doesn't." "Or maybe not." "I don't know." "The stupid thing is, I've never wanted anyone else." "Really?" "Really, never." "It's never even crossed my mind." "So what do you do?" "What do I...?" "I keep myself busy!" "Shall we have another - or is that over the top?" "Let's go over the top." "Even if he took the money, is it really that bad?" "Of course it is - it's company money." "My money." "And my wages, don't forget." "That's different." "And I wouldn't let you do it either." "Look, if no-one had told you, you'd be none the wiser - so relax!" "OK, OK." "I just can't believe that - what's his name again...?" "Kevin that Kevin could do this." "He's well paid, he lives alone" "I don't think he even has a girlfriend" "Maybe he has a boyfriend." "Definitely not!" "He's not the type." "Not the type?" "He's not like that." "What does that mean?" "You know what I mean - the type that prefers men." "I'm not like that either." "Course you're not!" "Me neither." "I find you very handsome you know I like you a lot." "But if you were a girl, that wouldn't bother me." "Do you understand?" "Me neither." "Meaning?" "Listen, you're taking the mick now." "I don't mind putting your limit up to 15000, but no higher." "Listen, while I've got you, have you heard the rumours in the agency about Kevin?" "About some embezzling, anything like that?" "No, I don't think so." "I guess you can talk to him about it when he's back?" "I hardly know Kevin..." "Look, Nina's waiting for me." "We're going to an exhibition." "Love you." "What's the matter?" "Does he know about us two?" "Did someone tell him?" "No, he thinks I'm with Nina" "So what's matter, then?" "Nothing." "Come on, let's eat!" "And I want go to clubbing tonight" "You can't wear that, it's so dated" "It's not, it's great" "What did he say exactly?" "Nothing." "Just bullshit." " That you've been fleecing the company or something." " Shit." "I told you - bullshit." "Come on!" "I'm terrified of going back." "It'll all start again." "Well, stay here if you want." "I'd love to but it'd just make things worse." "I'm already gonna get an earful, so if I then stayed the night..." "He's probably asleep." "Are you kidding?" "Right, then..." "I hope I've not bugged you too much with my problems" "I'll tell you something" " I can't remember a more enjoyable evening." "Jean-Pierre, get up!" "I'm a piece of shit." "I love you so much." "You've already told me, Jean-Pierre." "Please, I need to go to bed!" "I need to sleep!" "I'm exhausted..." "You swear you weren't with a man?" "If you swear, I'll believe you." "Swear it." "I swear." "I have to believe that you spent the night with a woman." "Not with a man." "Not with that man." "The problem is, I'm starting not to believe it again." "I really want to kill the cunt." "Shit." "I'd forgotten all about her." "I'm so sorry, I thought " "I didn't think you'd still be here, in fact." "Fucker!" "You fucker!" "Untie me now!" "There you go." "I can't feel my wrists." "How could you do something so disgusting?" "I'm sorry..." "Stop looking at me!" "Who's that, your next victim?" "Please, don't take it like that!" "I am sorry, er..." "Pauline, you fucker." "Right, Pauline, sorry..." "I went to buy cigarettes things got a little, er, hectic and it slipped my mind." "Tying a girl to your bed "slipped your mind"?" "What kind of stupid fucker are you?" "Please, just calm down." "I'm really, really sorry." "I fucking hope you're sorry, I've been here for 8 hours!" "And stop eyeing me up, you!" "I'm looking because you're pretty." "I expect you don't give a fuck but I now don't have a job." "But you told me this was your night off." "Don't you want to stay?" "You're both animals!" "Hang on a minute." "Don't run off!" "How could anyone know about this?" "I'll tell you how   because while I was attached to your bed - a maid called Clothilde came in - turned the sheets down without a word - and put two little chocolates on the pillow." "That's how." "Goodbye." "I'm sorry, I don't really know what to say..." "I'm just... sorry" "This is Rick." "Rick knows a really cool place" "He's taking me there in his car." "Hang on..." "Come on then!" "Or are you staying here?" "Emilie!" "Wait for me!" "Hey - wait!" "Hey, Emilie, what do you think you're doing?" "Kevin, you'll be fine, you're a big boy now." "You've got the hotel address, money..." "Stay and have fun!" "Relax for a change." "Are you taking the fucking piss?" "Fuck you!" "Fuck you!" "Fuck, Emilie, what are you doing to me?" "You're really starting to bug me." "Don't worry." "See you later." "Yes, it's 500 000 less but tell him you advise accepting it." "I know it's not great but neither's their house." "It's up to him, anyway." "You OK?" "So much the better." "Love you." "Bye, darling." "No, don't worry." "I miss you loads but I'm fine." "Love you." "What's marriage like?" "It's like that." "Do you think I'd like it?" "No idea." "I married Elisabeth because all my mates were getting married..." "And because I loved her..." "We had a child... who's now a young woman on holiday in America..." "Feels like I only just bought her a teddy bear last week" "I'm old" "My wife is old." "That's what marriage is like." "I don't think you'd like it." "I'm sick of you treating me like a moron!" "I've had it with you!" "You've fucked me right off!" "What do you take me for?" "Some cunt you can just shit all over and expect him to take it?" "Who do you think you are?" "You're a slag, a fucking slag who just whores it around!" "Well, now you can take your things and fuck off!" "FUCK OFF!" "I've had a great night!" "It was incredible!" "Rick's a great guy!" "It was so fucked up!" "What happened?" "Dunno, I just got here." "Must have been the maid." "What happened to you?" "I also met a great guy who fucked me up." "Right, let's eat" " I spotted a great brunch place." "Everyone's going there." "Emilie" " I want to get married." "Sorry?" "I'm crazy about you." "I'm ready to accept anything" "I want to marry you" "Right, let's get things straight " "I don't love you" "I've never loved you" "And I've never said I loved you" "I've never loved anyone, in fact" "I don't want to end up like my mum with a bloke who fucks her best mate" "So don't give me all this love and marriage bullshit" "I shag guys, I shag girls" "I get my rocks off and then fuck it off." "You're just being provocative, that's not who you are!" "OK, well, know what I'm gonna do?" "I'm gonna meet Rick" "At least he's fun to be with." "Emilie!" " Stop it!" " Kiss me!" "What are you doing?" "!" "What do you want?" "I was mugged last night I've no money for the drinks." "For fuck's sake..." "Here - go have fun." "Anyone thirsty?" "I'd sell my soul for a glass of champagne" "I'd be surprised if there was anything drinkable there." "It was a pancake shop when I was little." "Where?" "They might have some white wine." "Fancy some wine?" "Why not?" "Nice and chilled." "Right - let's go explore!" "Ooh, look, little dolls for you!" "Look how cute she is!" "How strange, I'm actually a bit nervous!" "Don't be silly, it'll be fine!" "See how we dance, Dance and jump" "Kiss who you want" "Shall I tell you something, girls?" "Happiness is not far off." " When did you have her?" " Last night." "She means she's been looking after her since last night." "It's my friend Julie's baby." "Oh!" "Look at the pretty boat!" "That might be Loic's boat!" "Shall we say hello?" "Hello, Loic!" "Hello!" "I bet he's having fun on the boat!" "Jesus, what a fucking idiot!" "Are you OK?" "Dad, we have to go back, he's not at all well" "Why did the stupid fucker say he knew how to sail?" "Look at my Ralph Lauren shirt!" "Right, we're going back." "Stupid fucking idiot!" "I'm sorry." "Will you be OK?" "Yes." "We're going to have a bath and then a big bottle of milk." "Alright, sweetheart?" " Have you seen your father, Loic?" " No." "You're tired!" "We've had a long walk." "Oh, you can spend another night at the hotel if you want." "Really?" "Great!" "Actually, can I borrow some money for a cab?" "I'd rather Dad didn't take me." "Just take it out of my purse." "There's only 40 francs." "You can walk the rest of the way." "Fucking hell..." "Yeah, well, I don't fucking like it either." "Did Veronique getting angry frighten you?" "Come along, now!" "Don't be frightened!" "Calm down!" "How was the sailing?" "I was throwing up all the time and got a ball bitten off by a tuna." "What was that?" "It was great." "That's great, honey." "Hello everyone." "So, how was the sailing?" "Ask mum." "I'm off to the hotel." "Oh, really?" "Tomorrow, I'm having a picnic with the girls" "I'm guessing you're not interested just in case you have to buy some coffees or an ice-cream" "No, I'd rather not." "I can't because I have something I need to do" "Lulu?" "It's me." "I've just bumped into Elisabeth and we're going out for the day." "I think that's best for now." "Fuck..." "Oh fuck..." "I bet she's gone out with that other fucker" "Fuck...!" "I told you, there's nobody here" "Oh that's good..." "Shit..." "Why are you doing this to me, Lulu?" "Slag!" "Jesus, I just want to die..." "Shit." " Who's that?" " Dunno." "Some dirty old man who likes to listen." "Gotta go, I'm late for a lunch." "See you later." "Excuse me, sir, this came for you." "What is it?" "Is this some kind of a joke?" "What is it?" "My dear wife thinks I'm an idiot but now the joke's over." "What's this about?" "Are you married?" "Course I'm not!" "Must be for someone else." "I've caught you red-handed, she's royally betrayed me but I will have my revenge, and and the cunt sitting opposite her the cunt sitting opposite her will lose his fucking teeth." "Excuse me" "You've given it to the wrong person" "I don't think so, madam." "The gentleman gave a very detailed description" "Why did you lie?" "You said you weren't married." "I'm not married, Maxime." "And I don't know what this is about!" "I don't want any trouble." "Maxime, for the last time, I'm not married!" "Don't spoil everything." "I'm as single as you, so cut it out." "Unless you've been lying to me...?" "What makes you say that?" "I don't know..." "You behave a bit like you are." "Right, well..." "We're going to stop talking rubbish, forget the letter from the nutcase, and..." "Stop it." "I'm sick of summer flings..." "I want something more." "Me too!" "You're going to get it, OK?" "I promise, you will..." "Alright?" "Do not open before 1 August 2001" "What the fuck are you still doing with that prick?" "Right, you're pissing me off now." "What is it about your little sailor boy?" "Does baby feel a little seasick?" "You look a lot better not covered in shit." " Leave him alone!" " Get off me!" "You alright?" "When you've finished playing nurse, we're going to eat." "Show me" "I'm fine." "Wait..." "I'd rather we went somewhere else" "You don't know how good it feels to be here..." "It's so peaceful" "I love the view." "Oh, Vero, I forgot to tell you" "Bertrand's had an offer on your house" "Jerome needs to call him" "Oh, really?" "You don't seem too happy about it..." "It had to happen eventually." "It's sad, but I don't think I can stay till the end of the week." "No, Lulu, don't leave!" "Why do you want to go?" "Because of Jean-Pierre" "It's getting harder to put up with him" "I'm constantly on edge." "This morning, while I was waiting for you, a guy offered me a mint." "I swear, I looked me behind me before taking it." "It's mad!" "I gave it Vero, anyway, they hurt my throat." "You know, I'm happy for you to share my room with me" "I don't think we'll see Julie again!" "When there's a man about, no-one else matters!" "Why do we need men?" "They're such a drag!" "I'd have hated being a man." "It seems so pointless." "I wouldn't mind having a penis for a bit" "It must be fun" "I've always wondered what it feels like when..." "You mean when they're..." "When they come everywhere, you know." "True, it must be very different!" "I'd love to have a male orgasm!" "Just to know how it feels." "I'd love to have a female orgasm!" "Just to know how it feels." "Vero?" "Look, isn't that Jerome?" "It is - what on Earth's he doing?" "I don't know." "Let's ask him to join us." "Oh, let's not, it's more fun like this!" "We can't leave him alone like that!" "I promise you, he enjoys it." "No, it's unfriendly" " I'll get him." "Honestly, Elisabeth - he enjoys it!" "Stop, there's someone there." "He can't see anything..." "There is, look!" "He can't see anything from there." "Fuck, it's my dad!" "What are you doing here on your own, Jerome?" "Are you meditating?" "Oh, it's you." "Come up, we're having a picnic." "No, I'd rather leave you in peace." "Sure?" "Yes - thanks." "You know, Jerome, we don't always have to pretend." "It's not your fault little Maria died." "Even if you always fail we still love you." "I know life doesn't look like how we imagined as kids." "But sometimes there are unexpectedly beautiful moments." "I'm going to tell you a secret, Jerome " "I haven't enjoyed a holiday as much since I was 14." "Dad!" "Quick!" "Spit it out if it's off!" "So, what did they say?" "What got into you, Jerome?" "He's hurt his neck but luckily nothing's broken." "You were very lucky, you know!" "He can't hear anything, his ears are full of sludge." "They cleaned out what they could, but... he may be like that for a few days." "Thank you so much." "You've hung around so long" "I must go, otherwise there'll be trouble" "Shall I give you a lift back, Elisabeth?" "Yes, please." "Bye, Jerome." "You OK?" "Does it hurt?" "So you came back anyway?" "What happened?" "Tired of fucking?" "Or couldn't he get hard anymore?" "Don't lock yourself in there!" "Come back here, I said!" "Stop, Jean-Pierre." "I've had enough." "You've had enough?" "I must be dreaming!" "My wife creeps back having been fucked senseless by a bloke she hardly knows - and now she's had enough?" "You are going completely mad, Jean-Pierre!" "Look at yourself!" "There is no other man!" "None!" "So stop it!" "Please stop it!" "I love you, Lulu" "I love you too." "Now I'm sure - you've fucked someone!" "I imagine you're going to tell me that you had lunch with this Liz woman?" "That's exactly what I did, Jean-Pierre." "I had lunch with her - spent the afternoon with her   and the evening with her for reasons you wouldn't believe." "Fine." "Do you also want me to believe you weren't with a man this morning?" "Another hallucination, perhaps?" "What man?" "!" "I knew you were spying on me!" "Nothing happened, you idiot!" "I'm not a fucking idiot!" "I heard everything!" "Don't tell me you didn't turn him down!" "Of course I didn't turn him down!" "He was being kind!" "So what?" "!" ""So what"?" "What are you saying?" "!" "He was just being polite!" "We live in a civilised world, you know!" "I was being polite!" "You know they hurt my throat!" "What's the problem?" "!" "The problem is you're going mad, Lulu!" "You're mad, and he's a piece of shit!" "And I'm going to go and kill him!" "I know his name and room number, you know!" "I can't take this anymore, Jean-Pierre!" "Yes, I'm going mad!" "Because of you!" "I'm sorry it's so late, but I didn't know what to do." "What's the matter?" "It's a nightmare." "I really think he's going mad, he's going to kill someone." "What are you talking about?" "Remember the bloke with the mints?" "Yes, what about him?" "Jean-Pierre wants to kill him." "Calm down, Lulu, people don't get killed for that!" "Don't get so worked up!" "Why does he want to kill him?" "I've no idea!" "Because he gave me a sweet, or had lunch with me or something!" "I'm telling you, he's mad!" "Lulu, sit down" "And I'll go and tell him about our day together." "He won't believe you." "Oh, hello, Vero." "He's joking, Lulu, he won't do anything." "He's just angry" "He's just being melodramatic, like all men." "Shall I read you the letter Jerome left?" "What letter?" "Loic found it." ""When you read this letter," "I will have become too deaf a wright on you." "I'm sorry, I'm very very sotty but it's batter this way." "With all my love" " Jerome. "" "Doesn't make any sense." "What's all this about being deaf?" "You don't throw yourself off a cliff to become deaf." "I haven't the foggiest idea." "It's complete gibberish." "Is it because of Maria...?" "I don't know." "Men are so much more delicate than us." "Anyway, we can't stay now." "No, Vero - don't leave me!" "I'm sorry, Elisabeth, but I can't stay when he's like that stuck in the in our villa." "I need to go home." "And the baby...?" "She'll come with us." "We won't leave her alone here." "I don't want to ruin Julie's holiday" "She's having so much fun..." "Let Loic stay here, though." "He can enjoy the last two days." "Thanks, Elisabeth." "He'll be delighted." "My holiday's over too." "It's turning into hell." "What about me?" "You're just ditching me?" "I've hardly seen Julie either." "Wait." "I've a great idea." "It's silly us splitting up like that." "When everyone's home," "I'll have a garden party at mine - to keep the holiday going!" "Don't worry, Lulu." "Nothing will happen." "You're gonna kill me!" "What the fuck...?" "Fucking hell - you again?" "!" "Surprise!" "Meet the husband!" "Get in there, we're sorting this out now." "Jesus, this fucker doesn't stop!" "Shut the fuck up!" "This bloke says he's your husband." "I haven't got a fucking husband!" "Don't start all that again!" "I don't know who this guy is!" "Don't fuck about - you know I'm not her husband!" "If you're not her husband, you moron " "I'm the other one's husband, not hers!" "I don't know who your fucking whore is!" "Are you looking for a smack in the mouth, fucker?" "!" "Listen, you, perhaps you don't know or don't give a fuck but he was fucking my wife before you!" "What wife?" "Oh, now I understand." "It's the other one's husband." "Of course I don't care he shagged your wife." "I can't be jealous of a nutter who gets off by being tied up!" "You cunt!" "Calm the fuck down - and stop fucking bothering us!" "When you told me that you loved me were you just saying that in the moment or did you really mean it?" "Of course I meant it." "Tell me again." "Sure..." "I love you - there you go." "What is it?" "What's the matter?" "They said you were a whore who liked being tied up." "I'm going to die, Lulu." "Don't worry, I'll call a doctor." "I need to find a toy store today for my nephews." "And something for my mother too." "It'd be great if you could help me find something nice." "What?" "Nothing." "Keep going!" "Emilie..." "I can't go on like this, it hurts too much." "Ok, so you like this bloke." "It was flattering for you." "But you must understand that it's me that loves you." "I'm madly in love with you." "I have to marry you." "I'm ready to forgive you." "To forget everything." "Jesus, that's shit." "I sound like Jacques Brel." "I'm floating on a cloud..." "Be careful." "Heights are not your strong suit." "Last time you came back down to Earth very quickly and very pregnant." "It's different with Maxime." "I've a good feeling about him." "I immediately had a very strong feeling when I saw him." "Me too." "I only noticed it and..." "Doesn't matter." "It does!" "Tell me!" "Be honest." "Well..." "I thought: "I don't know why but there's some bastard in the air. "" "Sorry." "You'll change your mind when you meet him." "He's the one." "You say that every time." "No." "I've only thought it once before... but..." "I knew he'd never leave his wife." "He was much older than you, right?" "Why do you say that?" "Don't know." "Call it intuition." "Look!" "Here comes the cloud pilot!" "Hello." "Maxime, this is my best friend, Elisabeth." "Pleased to meet you." "Shall we get going?" "Bye." "Elisabeth..." "We're kind of going to lunch..." "Would you like to come with us?" "No, I'm going to stay here." "We've really got to go because they they don't hold the table long." "And we're late..." "They get really booked up." "I haven't really changed my mind about him." "Shit!" "What's the matter?" "I'm thinking - what if Elisabeth comes back?" "You said she wouldn't come back today." "True, but..." "Actually, I forgot, but she said that, er..." "Alright" " I get it." "Carole, look..." "I'll get going." "It's just she might have come up..." "Alright, I get it." "It doesn't matter anymore." "I'll come with you." "No, that's fine." "I'm tired, so I'm going home." "What a fucking idiot!" "Hello" "That's for "the whore who likes being tied up"." "Why did you smack that bloke?" "Because he beat you up last night." "The mint guy." "Those drugs must be really strong." "Want to go somewhere else?" "Why?" "Are you ashamed?" "No!" "Are you mad?" "!" "Choose what you want." "It's strange - it looks like they've not changed anything." "So strange..." "I'm cold - let's go." "Thank you, Loic." "Go back to bed, Loic." "I'll be fine." "What's the matter?" "I don't know." "It's being here..." "Go back to bed, I'll be fine." "I'm afraid." "I don't know why." "You're very sweet, Loic." "You have no new messages..." "Kevin!" "Mr Lanier went to collect his wife from Le Touquet and forgot his appointment about his neighbour's house and the other customer's here." " Fine, I'll meet him." "You don't know if Miss Lanier's back from Chicago, do you?" "No, not yet." "Fine..." "Good morning." "We can't get hold of Mr Varga, but I'm sure he'll accept your offer." "About time too" " I was wondering if you actually wanted the money." "Would you mind coming to my office?" "I have a proposal for you, but it must remain our secret." "What do you mean?" "Confirm the architect's visit" "Tell him there's some major work needed." "Drop the offer by 200000." "I'll push him to accept." "Assuming it works, what's in it for you?" "100,000 francs." "Same for you." "You're a little crazy, aren't you?" "No - but I'm crazy about someone." "Kid looks knackered." "Must be the sea air." "Must be." "Think I might sleep in the spare room tonight, if that's OK?" "I've got used to sleeping alone this week." "As you wish." "Here you are." "Mr. Lanier, can I have a quick word with you?" "Sure, but not now." "We need to finish getting ready for the guests." " Alright, Nanou?" " I'm alright." "You must be Rena?" "Of course, you've never even met." "Rena, this is my wife, Elisabeth." " Hello, Elisabeth." " How do you do?" "You have very pretty eyes, Rena." "My husband didn't tell me, of course." "Right, if you want to talk, let's do it quickly." "Kevin, I have a rather delicate question to ask you." "Don't take it the wrong way, I'm not accusing you of anything." "Have you ever asked a customer to do a deal outside the agency, so..." "How do I put this?" "...so you can keep the commission for yourself?" "No!" "Course not!" "No!" "How could you... think that?" "That was it." "What did you want to say to me?" "May I have another?" "Careful." "You've already had three beers in the sun." "So?" "I want to marry Emilie." "As I thought." "I love her, and I'm very serious." "Kevin, you saw her for two weeks during her work experience." "That's not enough time to decide." "And she needs to agree." "I'm sure she'll say yes." "OK, it was tricky during the holiday, but that's to be expected." "She's young, she needs to cut loose..." "What are you trying to tell me?" "Was she in Dunkirk with you?" "No, you don't understand." "We were together." "I'm her mate "Nina"." "Kevin, I hope you have taken leave of your senses." "You can go home, take a cold shower, rest till tonight and when Emilie arrives, we'll talk more." "I'm serious, Bertrand." "I think you were right - let's stick with Mr. Lanier, shall we?" "Hello friends!" "Does it hurt much?" "You can talk normally now, he's been de-sludged." "Good news." "I'm delighted it didn't work, Jerome." "That what didn't work?" "Life goes on." "There are lots more pretty things to hear." "Hello, sweetie." "You look nice." "She's starting to outgrow it." "We'll buy her another tomorrow." "Lucky for her." "You're not getting jealous, are you?" "You've everything you need." "And you're the eldest." "Right - drinks are over there." "See you in a minute." "Two glasses, please." "It's time you spoke directly." "These are our future neighbours." "I'm afraid the architect's report wasn't great." "Yes, so I understand." "We were very impressed by your gas meter collection." "Certainly my husband was." "He's a psychiatrist." "And what do you do?" "I had an I.T. business but I closed it." "I wanted a long sabbatical to go travelling, play sport..." "I could never find the time." "That a sports injury?" "Yes - golf." "I got knocked down by a lawnmower." "If you've got a minute, we can look at the new contracts." "Back in a minute." "Excuse me." "Hello..." "I know we've not met, but I overheard you were a psychiatrist." "I guess people must bother you all the time..." "Yes, incessantly." "Can I ask your advice?" "I'm going to get something to eat." "Catch me up?" "Soon as I can..." "So..." "I've been quite anxious for a while" "I might be facing madness and I don't know what to do." "I'm worried about my wife's behaviour - I think she's unwell." "I think she has acute nymphomania and she's going mad." "A perfectly sane woman can also like regular sex, you know." "Yeah, with her husband." "Not with just anyone in a lift or a broom cupboard." "Perhaps you should speak to her about it." "There may be a simple explanation." "I've tried but she just denies everything." "Would you mind having a drink and a chat with her?" "She's the one in red." "What do you mean "talk to her"?" "If you get on, I could send her to you." "This all sounds a bit sensitive." "Let's see, shall we?" "See you later." "You got out of it, then?" "I'm so happy to see you." "Someone's covering for me." "I had to see you." "What's wrong?" "Nothing, I just wanted to see you." "Shall we get a drink?" "You definitely went to Chicago?" "You'll know when you receive your bank statements." "You didn't secretly go to Dunkirk?" "What are you talking about?" "Are you pissed?" "I'm serious, Emilie." "Were you sort of there with a man?" "Why do you say that?" "Just answer the question." "Yes, Dad - sort of." "Was marriage sort of discussed?" "Who told you that?" "Just tell me." "Vaguely." "He talked to me about it." "But he's a bloody nice guy." "You're here, Emilie?" "You're not even 18 you've known Kevin for barely 3 months" "I deserve an explanation!" "What are you talking about?" "I never said I'd marry Kevin!" "Didn't you go to Chicago with him?" "No, I went with Nina." "That's enough, Emilie!" "Nina doesn't exist." "She went with me." "Nina!" "Nina, come here a minute." "Emilie, that's eno" "Nina, this is my father." "Kevin." "Maybe you both think this is funny but it's pissing me off!" "I don't give a fuck about Kevin!" "Who do you want to marry then?" "!" "Rick." "A guy I met on the plane to Chicago." "That's not true, Emilie." "Go get some cotton wool." "Shit!" "A glass of champagne, please." "Certainly." "Don't drink too much or you'll puke." "Sorry, he was just dropping me off." "That's alright." "You OK?" "Yep." "It's hot." "Is there any coke?" "Think so." "I missed you." "I think the coke's over there." "OK." "Thanks for the information." "Carole..." "Your colleague's a good guy." "Kevin, right?" "Real go-getter." "A little more than he should be." "Was the 200000 your idea or his?" "What do you mean?" "I was looking for that too!" "Want something to drink?" " Some coke, please." "There you are." "How's it going with your husband since you got back?" "No change." "He had another go at me." "He had a letter from a publisher - I didn't even know he'd written a book." "Anyway, a rejection letter, of course" "He broke everything except for three plates." "Lulu, you can't go on being this unhappy." "There's no reason for it." "I don't know..." "It was bearable till this summer." "And I didn't think I'd be happier without him." "But it's got worse." "Do you think you're happy?" "I very much plan to be." "How's that look?" "Perfect." "You know the man who's just bought Vero's house?" "He's a psychiatrist." "You should tell him about your husband." "Not here, though?" "I signed something saying I'd pay you 100000 francs?" "You promised you would." "Promised?" "I promise in writing" "Like all business people do." "I've no idea what you're talking about." "Excuse me." "Bertrand..." "I need to ask you something." "I hate to do it, but I've no choice." "Looking for something?" "No, it's fine." "Ask me then." "You know the sale went a bit quickly." "To be honest..." "I haven't found anywhere else." "To be honest with you, my budget was tight before, but at this sale price, I've no money left." "So, in the meantime, I've rented a caravan" "A caravan?" "I can't really see Vero in a caravan." "She doesn't know about it yet." "I wanted to ask... just temporarily, of course - can I park it in your garden?" "On the driveway, I mean." "Without blocking it." "I'm worried the gypsies by the railway station won't welcome us." "It's a bit tricky, Jerome..." "I'll have to talk to Elisabeth." "But if you're in the shit..." "I can barely keep my head above it, Bertrand." "Aren't you hot?" " A bit." "Shall we go for a wander?" " Sure." "I'll be leaving in a bit, I think." "Half an hour or so." "Will you come pick me up?" "Love you." "Thanks" "Can I kiss you?" "Yes." "Are you a girl?" "No" "Not anymore." "I'm sorry." "Excuse me - you bought Vero's house, right?" "Yes, hello." "Are you a neighbour too?" "No" " I'm a friend of Elisabeth's." " Pleased to meet you." "Can I get you a glass of something?" "Thanks, but I can't talk for long, I have a complicated husband." "Do you have a card?" "I'd like to meet you somewhere more relaxed." "Perhaps we can find a quiet spot?" "There must be a shed round here." "Sorry?" "A beautiful woman needs to make love regularly." "Come on then!" "Get off me, you pervert!" "Carole." "I..." "I missed you too." "Come with me?" "Hello - sorry." "What is it?" "Another goosing for me?" "No, sorry..." "Just wanted to know if you'd seen Julie?" "No" " OK?" "So piss off." "OK, thanks." "So, with that fucker again?" "!" "Just fate he's here tonight, eh?" "Come on!" " Stop!" "I wasn't talking to him!" "I hate him!" "I hate you all!" "All?" "Who do you mean?" "How many are there, bitch?" "Tell me!" "How long are you going to fuck me around?" "This what you want?" "This what you like?" "You don't even deserve that!" "I'm gonna sort that fucker out." "Don't touch my sister, understand?" "Find a bird and piss off!" "I'm not talking to you, I'm talking to this fucker." "Now fuck off!" " Stop it!" "Fucking get off me!" "Stop it!" "That's enough, Roman!" "That's enough." "Are you hurt?" "Show me." "Piss off!" "Cunt!" "Maxime?" "Sorry, I have to..." "I have to... get going." "Already?" "I have to go back to the office, I've some paperwork to do." "Right..." "I'll call you as soon as I can" "Gotta go..." "I'm going to miss you so much, Maxime." "It won't last long." "I have to go..." "Julie?" "Yes?" "Nothing..." "See you very soon." "There are more nutters here than at work!" "I can't do it." "She's so serious about it that..." "Do you want me to talk to her?" "I dunno..." "Maybe..." "OK, give me her number, I'll have lunch with her next week." "Have you been good boys?" "What the fuck...?" "!" "Jesus, who did that?" "Shit - is this your car?" "Sorry, Doctor." "I'm sorry." "I'm calling the cops." "We're going to go, Elisabeth." "The baby's getting tired." "And what with the sale," "I need to start packing." "So sad you're going." "And that you're moving away." "We won't see each other so much." " Don't be so sure." "Will you fit everything into one caravan?" "For fuck's sake!" "We've just had a holiday in a bloody caravan and now we're living in one?" "I've had enough of this bullshit!" "You were in a caravan, Vero?" "We're broke, Elisabeth." "We're turning into tramps." "We've less and less to eat." "I'd go on the game but I can't afford a thong." "If you couldn't see it, you need glasses!" "What are you doing with that bottle?" "I was going to make a lamp, but I've changed my mind." "Right, let's go." "Why you didn't tell me you were so desperate?" "Because it's hard, Elisabeth." "Very hard." "Thanks for everything." "Bye." "It was a mistake!" "I thought it was a friend's car!" "I was playing a joke on him!" "Come with me!" "You're my wife!" "Not for much longer." "Get used to it, it's over!" "What's got into you?" "Come back here, Lulu!" "We need to talk about this!" "Fuck!" "She's leaving!" "Come on, let's go!" "Quick - she's leaving!" "That's enough!" "Lulu!" "Julie's new boyfriend is so hot!" "He gave me his number." "Me too." "Jesus, they're all such arseholes!" "Watch out, Julie." "I think Vero's getting too attached to the baby." "The dress she put on her was Maria's." "I recognised it." "It's not healthy." " Shit." "I was going to collect her tomorrow anyway." "I don't know how to tell Maxime." "I have to prepare him for it." "I'm worried about ruining everything." "Bye, honey." "Yeah." "So, I hear you fired Kevin?" "Yep." "Seems he's a little fucker." "I guess you'll be giving Julie a lift home?" "Sure." "Bye, Elisabeth." "Bye, honey." "I'll stay in the spare room tonight, in case you come back late." "Thank you, Rena." "Bertrand?" "If Emilie leaves home, I'll take her room." "If you like." "See you in a bit, darling." "You know" " I need you, Elisabeth." "I need you too." "See you in a bit." "Take care." "Sure you're OK to drive?" "Haven't you had a lot to drink?" "Yes, I've had a lot to drink." "But I'm still very aware." "At heart, that's kind of the problem." "Julie..." "I'm happy you're happy." "Because, you know, you're very important to me." "Life is strange." "In fact, I realise nobody has held me gently in their arms." "You're right, sweetie." "Life is strange." "If you think about it, it breaks your heart." "But if you live like me, from pillar to post it's rather funny." "Let's go." "Subtitles:" "Richard Ings"