Madame Bovary (Die nackte Bovary)

THE SINS OF MADAME BOVARY

I had longed for a different life since I was a child.

Marriage, that had been the receptacle of all my hopes and illusions,

was disappointing me. My husband was totally absorbed

by his profession, even though his ambitions didn't outstretch the region.

- I'll be waiting for you next week. - Thank you, doctor.

- Good morning. - Good morning, doctor.

- So, you're hurt again? - I was playing, someone tripped me over

and I fell on the ground. - Let me see.

Come in, madam.

I apologize. Whenever I hear that old man coughing,

I'd like to puke. The house is always full of sick people,

morning till evening. It's unbearable.

Then you shouldn't have married a physician, Madame Bovary.

Of course, I know. Especially a physician who won't get paid.

Here no one has ever got rich. Those who are born poor end poor.

I want to leave! He should understand! I won't spend

my best years in this hole.

Let's get back to your clothing. You said you can't afford a new dress,

but I can't make anything out of these rags

that you could wear at the Marquis Landervillette's ball.

Just imagine the comments all other ladies would make behind your back.

I just had an idea! Let's fix my wedding gown.

I had forgotten. Come see. Watch the silk.

It would be a crime not to use it. You should like it too.

You're not going to tell me these are rags too?

It is beautiful. And then it becomes you,

with this black hair. Black and white has always been

a distinguished combination. - And you, with your magic touch,

will sew a wonderful gown. I'm getting downstairs to tell my husband,

he was so worried about this matter. He knows this invitation made me

so happy, it's been the first party for two years.

I haven't danced since my wedding. Wait for me, I'll be back!

Darling, can you come upstairs for a minute?

There is a beautiful surprise for you.

I can't now, Emma, I'm busy.

Please, just for a moment. You will have to spare

a little time for me, won't you? Please, come.

As soon as I've finished here.

This time you were lucky.

A little lower and your eye would be gone.

Goodbye, doctor. You didn't hurt me a wee.

- Next time be more careful. - Thank you.

Hopefully your husband won't get worked up,

we're cutting your wedding gown! Men are strange sometimes.

Well, if he can't afford to buy me a new gown, should I refuse

the invitation? There aren't balls every day.

You're magnificent! Your dressmaker is an artist!

Where did she find such a beautiful dress?

Some memory men have! It's my wedding gown,

don't you like it? - Of course, haven't I just said

it is beautiful? Very, very beautiful.

Excuse me, my patients are waiting.

Charles, why are you always in a hurry?

You will certainly be the most gorgeous at the ball.

Your husband is very kind, madam, and he loves you very much.

But he loves his job more. Don't think I don't get it.

But I am young, I have dreams, I have desires...

You should have a child, madam, and you won't have

to get bored anymore. - Tell my husband.

He can't save time for this either. He never has time for me.

When he comes to bed, he's so tired he falls asleep

immediately. And who ever sees him by day?

Good, you're here! The table is set.

Thank you.

I'm sorry, I'm late. Onion soup!

You're a treasure of a girl. You always remember what I like.

You're not eating? Is there something wrong?

Is it about Anastasia?

- What did she do this time? - You ask me?

'With a servant like that it is a shame.

I can't stand vulgar people. And especially dirty.

You're right, but she's not so bad for the rest.

Dad would have sacked her since her first day.

But the doctor is a philanthropist, isn't he?

Let's drop.

Little Josette... The one who had burned herself

with the boiling water... She's recovering.

She's a brave little child. The surveyor's wife, instead,

will take a long time... She has a serious rash,

a swollen belly... - Stop it!

Is it possible that you offer me the stories of your patients every night?

Couldn't you spare me? Just for once, can't we discuss

something different, something nicer...

I'm sorry... I assumed you were interested...

Well, let's discuss the ball, then.

Tell me, did the dressmaker finish your dress?

Yes, she did. I'm fine.

By the way, I cleaned your good shoes.

Did you? The good shoes? The party will be very funny.

Those shoes hurt me already when we got married,

isn't it funny? You're going to wear the same gown

I'm the same shoes. We will celebrate our new wedding,

only this time we are in good company. Do you remember...

I feel like I got a fever. I'm not going to miss one dance.

Please don't rely on me, I'm hopeless,

I would ruin your party. - This isn't true.

- It is. - All right, then you're going

to learn, I can teach you Follow the beat.

One - two - three, One - two - three...

Common doctor, you're already improving

Come on, and don't hop, doctor,

keep your feet on the ground or you'll look like a bear.

I feel dizzy. This isn't for me.

- I am too ridiculous when I dance. - Let's try together.

One - two - three You see? You're doing good.

Now try alone. One - two - three

One - two - three

I'm doing better. Just a moment.

You go on playing-

What are you doing?

Why did you stop? Go on.

I must learn. I don't want to make a poor showing tomorrow

You already did.

What's the matter with you?

You can dance the waltz. Come on, I want to learn,

even if we danced till morning. One - two - three...

- I'm a little jealous, Gaston. - Of whom?

- Your fiance the Duke of Artois? - No,

I'm jealous of you, scoundrel.

What is there in that provincial woman?

She is a charming woman.

You may know the Viscount Gaston, Madame...

what was you name, excuse me?

Madame Bovary. I don't know who you mean.

I mean the Viscount Fresnaye. He's now dancing with the fiance

of the Duke of Artois.

He's the one who has engaged you for two dances.

My previous escort, you mean. I didn't even get the name.

- He's a very good dancer. - He's a very good Romeo.

Did you notice how he looked at you? Be careful.

This is a lucky night, dear doctor. What are you doing?

Stay with me, dear friend, You bring me luck.

This is my moment. Someone bring a chair!

You're not leaving. You can't leave in the thick of it.

Be seated. You don't have to do anything,

just watch. You must stay by my side,

dear doctor. I am playing against that gentleman,

who is not the kind that leaves the field.

So be prepared for along session.

Well, if it's so important for you,

and you're convinced that I bring you luck...

Thank you.

Thank you. May I have the honor, madam?

I am besieging you, do you mind?

I don't, but the other ladies will.

And so will your husband. I've seen him at the gambling table,

is he a fan? - I don't think so,

but he doesn't fancy dance either.

I beg your pardon.

Please.

You're beautiful. You're too beautiful.

Someone's there. I am scared.

- Too bad. - Let's go back inside.

The ball will soon be over, I must see you again.

- This isn't possible. - Everything is possible,

where there's a will there's a way. And I'm willing.

Madam, this is the last dance, may I have the pleasure?

I am so sorry, milord, but I am too tired,

I've been dancing all night. I apologize.

- Viscount - Madam.

- Be kind, pick it up for me - 'With the most pleasure.

- Thank you. - Your wish is my command.

- Did you notice too? - Who didn't,

- but it's not our concern. - I am ready to agree with you

to a return match, Monsieur Boudribourg.

- Of course. - You don't know, darling, but our friend

has lost a fortune with me tonight. - Luck is on your side, Duke,

as regards both gambling and loving. Goodbye.

- Thank you for the beautiful soiree. - Goodnight.

Goodnight.

- What have you been doing all night? - Don't ask...

my legs are aching. - Then you have not gambled.

Yes! All night long 'With my toes.

Luckily enough, the Duke offered his guests the bedrooms

in the palace. What a ghastly night.

My feet are still burning. What about you?

- Have you had a good time? - Of course! I've been courted a lot,

which I didn't dislike. - All the better.

I'm glad that at least one of us didn't get bored.

Think that I've been sitting at the Duke's gambling table

for five hours, and didn't understand a thing!

- I couldn't keep my eyes open. - Then why didn't you leave?

Because the Duke of Artois didn't let me.

He said I was a sort of lucky mascot and he had some luck tonight.

- 12,000 Francs. - Really?

The Duke has won 12,000 Francs. I'm tired.

So lucky. 12,000 Francs.

The ball will soon be over, I must see you again.

This isn't possible. Everything is possible,

where there's a will there's a way. And I'm willing.

So lucky. That Duke.

Darling!

You made me wait so long! I was afraid you wouldn't come at all.

You're getting more and more imprudent.

I had to wait that your fiance went to sleep.

Don't be silly. That one has been sleeping

already for some time, I sang him a lullaby.

Come over. Do we have to be standing?

Sit down by my side.