"Most likely they died of cold and hunger
far away in the middle of the forest."
-- Sergianne Golon Countess Angelika
THE MATCH FACTORY GIRL
The attack by the People's Army in Tiananmen Square
has crushed the resistance of the unarmed students
and claimed hundreds of dead.
A gas pipeline explosion on the Trans-Siberian Railway
has wrecked two trains, killing almost 700 people.
Iran's religious leader, Ayatollah Khomeini, has died.
Good evening.
The student demonstration in Beijing has ended in a massacre.
Heavily armed troops evidently killed
hundreds of students last night and this morning.
Armed with tanks
and automatic weapons,
the troops stormed the square last night,
crushing the resistance of the unarmed students.
The tanks smashed their way through barricades,
but one tank was trapped and felt the people's wrath.
After failing to open it like a tin can, they set it on fire.
But the triumph was short-lived:
More tanks appeared, followed by troops with fixed bayonets.
Tents were burned or crushed under the tanks.
The Goddess of Liberty crashed down,
and in the square, people realized: This was the end.
Somewhere beyond the ocean there is a land
Where warm waves softly caress the ever-happy sands
All kinds of wonderful flowers are forever in bloom
No cares, no worries there no troubles and no gloom
Oh, if only I could reach that dreamland someday
Then I'd never ever fly from that paradise away
But no, unlike the birds I'm a prisoner of this earth
And only in my dreams can I see that blessed turf
Hurry away now, my song Fly to that land of dreams
Where my sweet darling faithfully waits for me
Hurry away now, my song like a speeding bird
Tell my love that I am only thinking about her
Oh, if only I could reach that dreamland someday
Then I'd never ever fly from that paradise away
But no, unlike the birds I'm a prisoner of this earth
And only in my dreams can I see that blessed turf
A small beer.
The pope, head of the Roman Catholic Church
and the Vatican State, on yet another visit,
is welcomed by oppressive heat.
The pope has already visited some 80 countries.
After the Scandinavian tour, the only West European countries
missing from the list will be Monaco, Malta and Andorra.
The pope's Scandinavian tour has attracted much attention.
An estimated 600 journalists are said to be following his visit.
China's People's Army has tightened its hold on Beijing.
Tanks have been placed at vital traffic junctions,
and more tanks have rolled into Tiananmen Square.
Today in central Beijing, troops fired wildly at civilians.
According to Chinese sources, army units clashed with each other
in at least two districts in Beijing.
Today, the lone man who stopped a tank column
by defiantly standing in its way
became a symbol of the resistance.
Whore.
Take it back.
- A shower. - Eight marks.
CALL ME
IRIS
Eat.
Thanks.
You could visit home once in a while.
Is that man still there?
And you support them?
In a way.
I pay rent.
Forget it. Eat.
I'm expecting a call. May I take it in the dressing room?
Sure.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY -- MOTHER
Babe, your presence means the world to me
The other guys don't think you're what a girl should be
But though you may not be the ideal thing
You've got that something, babe
Your smile makes it all worthwhile
You easily outshine the brightest stars
For me, your shining eyes turn each day into spring
You've got that something, babe
I'm always dreaming of your kiss
That's something I don't want to miss
This happiness just can't go on...
Hi.
What is it?
I thought I'd like to see you.
Not today.
I'll pick you up tomorrow at 8:00.
Give me the address.
44 Factory Lane. The courtyard.
Iris will be ready in a minute.
- How is it? - Good.
Listen, if you think there's anything lasting between us,
you're sorely mistaken.
Nothing could touch me less than your affection.
You better run off now.
It's nothing to worry about. The test was positive.
You're pregnant.
I'm pregnant.
Is that so?
"Dearest Aarne,
I know you don't want to see me or hear from me,
but there's something I must write to you about.
My pregnancy test was positive, so we're having a baby.
I'd prefer a girl, but if you want a boy, I'll want one too.
You can buy such pretty clothes for a girl,
and boys are always interested in rough games like ice hockey.
I don't know how you'll take this,
but I do hope you won't leave us all alone when the baby's born.
I hope you'll come see us in the hospital,
though it's far too early yet, since it's not due until March.
I think it's your right to be the first to know this.
You are, after all, the father of our child.
Even if you could never truly love me,
I think our child will bring you much joy
as it grows older, as it will to me too.
I'll deliver this letter myself so it doesn't fall into the wrong hands.
Promise to answer me when you've thought about it.
I believe that everything will work out, and that one day we'll realize
that destiny arranged this surprise for the best,
although it may come as a shock at first.
Regards, Iris."
GET RID OF THE BRAT.
You've caused your mother great pain.
We both hope you'll find yourself
another home.
Is that all?
Yes.
Here's the key.
I'll be back this evening.
Rat poison.
- Small or large? - Large.
What does this do?
It kills.
Good.
A drink.
Ice.
I just came to say good-bye.
Everything's in order, and we'll never ever meet again.
You don't have to worry about anything.
A beer.
Come eat.
Oh, how could you
Turn all my sweet dreams into idle fancies
My eyes beheld
The cold, cruel land
My love's flower died Frost killed my faith
When you give everything only to find disappointment
The burden of memories becomes too hard to bear
The flower of love won't be shining now
Your cold eyes and chilly smile have put it out
When you give everything only to find disappointment
The burden of memories becomes too hard to bear
The flower of love won't be shining now
Your cold eyes and chilly smile have put it out
Oh, how could you