Alice and Martin (Alice et Martin)

Scream if it gets too hot.

I'll get you a magazine.

I saw a great jacket on sale.

How much?

690 francs. Is that too much?

It'll be torn to shreds in a week.

I'll stop fighting.

Sure.

Just a second. Said, it's for you.

A customer.

No problem. When is your train?

It'll be close, but we'll make it.

I'm coming.

Martin, come back.

I want you in bed early.

- Tomorrow's Sunday. Right, Said? - Keep me out of it.

Why do I even bother?

They can't hold on to a good player.

It's always about money.

Said, let's go.

She'll yell at us.

- Can you drive? - Don't worry, I'm fine.

Do I have beer breath?

It's okay.

We'll say we had a flat.

How would you like to visit your father?

I don't even know him!

Maybe it's time you did.

There's no rush.

You've said that for 1 0 years.

It'll only get harder.

I don't want to. Just drop it.

You don't want to... That's not the point.

He's your father.

Stop pretending he doesn't exist.

His health isn't what it used to be.

One day it'll be too late.

I said no, so lay off me.

Like it or not, you're going.

Let's get it over with.

You can't force me...

I will if I have to.

Why?

For your future.

You can kick and scream, it won't change a thing.

These are pictures of you.

Your mother sent them.

I haven't found room for them yet.

These are your brothers. I had three children.

Take a look.

Francois,

the eldest. He works at the factory.

Frederic is at university in Toulouse.

This is Benjamin, the youngest. The wildest of the three.

It's a little red.

Does it hurt?

Do you often get migraines?

Sometimes.

1 01 is high.

Yes, it is.

- Is your husband in? - He just got home.

I'll have a word with him.

- Can I close the shutters? - Whatever.

When I was your age, it's what I hated most.

The closing of the shutters.

I'd complain: "But it's still light out!"

Later, I'll call your mom.

You know, Martin... you don't have to stay.

But Victor is so happy you're visiting.

- Why is it so dark? - He has a fever.

We'll see about that. Can you leave us?

- Strip. - Why?

Do as you're told.

I'll watch you take your temperature.

I took it.

Take it again.

You're not sick.

- I am so! - You're lying.

How did you raise your temperature? I'd like to know.

I'm listening.

It was easy.

I rubbed the thermometer against the sheet.

It heats up. That's all.

Fair enough. Nice little trick.

It proves you're smart.

Why did you do it?

I don't have to say.

You have to tell me the truth.

Why?

You can't make me talk.

My friend's parents beat him. The teachers found out.

I won't beat you. I want to know you better.

We have to talk openly.

If you lie, where does it get us?

I'll lie too.

Your mom kept you for 1 0 years. You're all she has.

What could I do?

It's time you grew up.

It's my turn to look after you.

I don't want to live here.

The change would be good for you, broaden your horizons.

What for?

To help you succeed in life. Understand?

No, I don't. I didn't ask for anything.

I'm tired of this. Can I go back to my room?

No, come down and eat.

The game's over.

No, it's not. I am sick.

I've had enough. Is that understood?

Everything okay?

According to our files,

you were reported missing on August 27,

after your father's death. Right?

You can go.

Your step-mother agreed to pay the farmer.

He dropped the charges.

You're going home in lousy shape.

You need to get a new ID card.

- I'm free? - Mrs. Sauvagnac's coming.

I'd rather leave. Can l?

You're an adult. It's up to you.

Who is it?

Martin.

Who are you?

I'm Alice.

Can I come in?

Benjamin didn't say anything.

Does he know you're in Paris?

I don't know what to do.

Should I come back later?

No, it's okay. Come in.

Are you his girlfriend?

It's not sexual. Isn't that your question?

Did he mention me?

After you disappeared, a little. Three weeks is a long time.

What did he say?

He was worried. And now you just pop up?

When will Benjamin be back?

After work. He usually comes back late.

Can I sleep here? I'm beat.

I have an audition tomorrow. I have to rehearse.

I may be at it all night.

- It's fine with me. - Not with me!

If you start snoring...

Breathing, snoring... I won't be able to concentrate.

Bathroom, basement, garage... I'll sleep anywhere.

Got a car?

No. Neither does Benjamin.

Wait... Where are you going? What will you do?

I'll find a place to sleep.

We'll manage for tonight.

You can use Benjamin's room.

He'll sleep with me.

He really freaked me out.

He's a total nightmare.

I like him a lot, so don't be mean.

I'm not being mean.

He's like a hobo from another planet.

He flipped out after my father died. He'll get over it.

He totally stressed me out.

I peeked in on him, to make sure I hadn't dreamt it.

He was fully dressed, his eyes shut,

talking in his sleep in a weird voice.

Lots of people talk in their sleep.

- Thank God you're back. - Perfect timing, as usual.

Do you mind if I read?

- When is the audition? - Nine o'clock.

Get to sleep or you'll fuck it up.

We're late with the electricity. 1 800 francs.

- Remind me tomorrow. - As usual.

Good night.

Good night, Zorro.

Lights out? I don't mind if you read.

It's fine. I could use a good night's sleep for once.

"Tango Nuevo" isn't enough.

Take this down. Got a pen?

Here you go: "Some music exists to heal wounds.

"The tango keeps them open so we won't forget."

I'll call you back later.

How are you? Sleep well?

Hello? Anyone home?

Where's Benjamin?

He came home last night and left this morning.

I don't get it.

It's Thursday afternoon.

You slept for 1 9 hours. Want some coffee?

Why didn't you wake me up?

Believe me, we tried.

Sorry about yesterday. I was nervous.

About my audition.

I always take it out on everyone else.

I have a lousy temper.

Benjamin said you can borrow his clothes.

The bathroom is here.

If showers aren't too conventional for you.

If you want to see Benjamin, he works at the FNAC in Les Halles.

He gets off at 8 o'clock.

- It's September, right? - The 21 st.

Is Paris always this hot?

It depends. Like anywhere else.