Deadly Maria (Die tödliche Maria)

THE DEADLY MARIA

The heating had gone off too early again. The bed was a bit damp.

Heinz had goose pimples.

I looked at the chandelier this time.

I still don't know how...

...but it's getting better.

This morning was the same as ever.

The man opposite was early.

Now he had more time to look at me.

I wish I knew...

...what his name is.

I hate Tuesdays.

Will you be late tonight? - It's Tuesday. You know I will be.

Will you keep something hot for me? - You know I will.

He'll be in a bad mood again when he comes home.

What's keeping you?

I need to go.

Your pyjamas need washing, Dad.

I'll change them when it suits me.

Very well.

Ready!

Do it tomorrow.

I'll stay in bed today.

You should move around. Your back... - I said I'll stay in bed!

O.K.?

What's up? No breakfast today?

It was nice outside today.

The air is so fresh.

The crowds didn't bother me.

I tried to hear my heart beat but my footsteps were too loud.

19,76.

780!

Won't you get up for half an hour at least? You mustn't always lie down.

You know, your flesh... and your skin, they have to breathe.

Come on, I'll put your chair by the window and bring you some tea.

Then I'll have you turn around.

Now at least I can wash your pyjamas.

Do you think that's funny?

No. - Do you think that's funny?

No. - Why not? It's very funny.

You're hurting me. It's not funny. Not funny!

Schmitt.

I... excuse me, my name is Dieter Pohlmann. What's your name, please?

What?

I mean... I'm calling about... Are you the lady on the third floor?

Yes. - That's Schmitt, yes. Schmitt.

That's not your full name, is it? No. - My full name?

I need to know... your first name. - Who is this, please? - Sorry.

Pohlmann. I'm on the first floor opposite you. We exchange glances...

I mean, you look out the window... I'm calling about...

You also have a problem. With the heating I mean.

Maria...

Excuse me? - Maria. That's my first name.

Maria...

You were saying? - What?

You were saying?

About the heating? - The heating.

It's been defective for over a year. I'm going to write a complaint.

I'm asking all the occupants for their signature.

Hello? Are you still there? - Yes.

You know, here in the backyard it's even more unpleasant.

It's, it's even colder, I mean. - Of course.

So I was thinking, if you wouldn't mind, I could drop in... - No!

You can't.

Can't? - No.

I'll come. - Yes, of course. Please do. Thank you. I mean...

Certainly. When? - What?

When?

Tomorrow... Tomorrow morning.

Yes. Well, why not? Tomorrow is my day off, anyway. Certainly.

Well, I'll see you tomorrow then.

Some brandy? - No...

I need money. - What?

You heard me, I need money!

I know you've been saving some. I need it. - Me?

Don't give me that. Where is it?

Lost it all at poker again?

Mind your own business. How much have you got?

I haven't got any money. - You're lying.

I happen to know that you've been keeping back shopping money.

I went through the receipts. - That's not true. I never kept any.

Don't lie to me. Where is it?

I haven't got money. Really. - Maria...

I need to go.

What is it?

I'm cold!

You forgot something. - What?

You didn't eat a thing!

Too tough. - I'm sorry.

Do you want anything else?

Forget it.

Night.

He didn't find it.

I knew it was a good hiding place. I hate it when he touches my things.

Bye.

I'll go and see him in a minute.

I really don't know what to wear.

Wait, wait...

I'm in. - I wanted to...

I didn't know...

Won't you come in?

Please.

Thank you.

Coffee?

Very quiet. - Sorry?

It's nice and quiet here.

Sorry, I hardly ever have visitors. I mean...

I've too much to do to...

...to meet people and...

I meant your flat.

I see. - With a view of the garden. We look out into the street.