Hey, hey. Greg, Maria, this is Ali.
-Hi. -Hey.
My God, those are amazing shoes.
Aren't they? Louboutin.
Great party.
Always good to have you, man.
Wait a minute. You had to make an appearance at your own party?
Would’ve been rude not to, right?
You'd like those guys. Greg's an editor, Maria’s a designer.
I'm gonna dream about those shoes.
L.A. looks gorgeous from up here.
That view cost me three times what the house did.
See that strip mall down there?
You own that too?
No. I own everything above it.
-There is nothing above it. -Exactly.
-So you own air. -Air rights.
Guy that owns the mall ran into money issues, almost had to sell.
Whoever he sold to would’ve put up a huge tower.
So I bought the air rights.
-No one can build above one story. -Well, aren't you clever.
Mall guy gets to keep his property, I keep the second best view in L.A.
What's the first?
-How many girls you used that line on? -None who called me on it.
What do you want, Ali?
In life.
And why should I tell you?
You're talented enough to get what you want...
...and I'm smart enough to make it happen.
-Somebody got a package. -Ali.
-Who's it from?
-Come on, open it. -Let's see. Come on.
Oh, my God.
Those are so cute.
-They're so pretty. -Those are so pretty.
Who's the sucker?
Let's go. Girls, please, break it up.
Coco, let's go. Five minutes.
Ali Cat, you're up next.
My nana used to call me Ali Cat.
Did she really? That's fascinating.
-Why don't I have a nickname? -Oh, you do.
-Well, he never uses it. -No, I do.
When?
When you leave the room.
-Slut. -I heard that.
So sorry! I had no idea! Oh, my God.
Girls, come on! We have a show to do! Let's go, Let’s go!
Hurry up! Come on!
It's a cold and crazy world That's raging outside
But, baby, me and all my girls Are bringin' on the fire
Show a little leg Gotta shimmy your chest
It's a life, it's a style, it's a need
It's burlesque
-Hey. -Hey.
You were out late last night.
Oh, I got a ride home with that guy...
...Marcus.
Went to a party.
Marcus?
New shoes?
Yeah.
Classy.
There's only one reason a man buys a woman shoes.
So what if I'm getting a little male attention?
You're getting more than a Little.
Not from anyone that matters.
I just think you should be careful.
And I think if you need to tell a girl what she should and shouldn’t do...
...you should pick up the phone and call your fiancée.
-That's major. -My goodness.
Major? Check again. The only thing major is the size of Coco's ass.
Monsieur Louboutin is at Table 1 8 and he's asking for you.
It's a weird angle.
Easy.
I'm so glad you got to--
There she is, the girl of the hour.
You'd go to any length.
I just made a call to Greg at the Times.
I want you to meet a friend of mine. Ali Rose, Harold Saint.
Harold--? Shut up. You worked with Etta James.
Her. Chewed me up and spat me out, that one.
Hello.
You've got a set of pipes too, young lady.
Thanks.
We have to do something about that.
You snooze, you lose, pretty boy.
Standing room only.
Doesn't it look great?
But I just got another notice from the bank.
We would have to fill Dodger Stadium for a month to come up with the cash.
I gotta figure out a way to buy us more time.
-Hey. -Hey.
That really is a great shot.
It's so weird seeing myself in the paper Like that.
Well, you might have to get used to it.
I don't think I ever could.
You know, I don't wanna come off Like the wise old fairy godmother...
...but maybe you could learn from my mistakes.
What do you mean?
You gotta Learn who are the people you can trust...
...the people who Like you for you...
...and who are the people who just want something.
-You don't Like Marcus, do you? -No, I don't.
I don't Like him. I don't trust him.
I don't think you should trust him.
But is that really what's best for me or what's best for you?
I don't know.
I hope it's best for both of us.
All right.
See you tomorrow.
There you are.
These babies desperately need your glue gun, okay?
-Especially this one. -Okay.
-Okay? -Yep.
She's not going anywhere.
-Good night. -Night.
Oh, hey, Tess.
I got that track you wanted to rehearse for tomorrow.
Jesus.
Honey, I'm sorry. I got a million things on my mind and I completely forgot.
It's all good.
If it's too Late I can come in early tomorrow?
No, no. Let's just get it out of the way.
You want a spot?
Yeah.
Feelin' broken
Barely holdin' on
But there's still something so strong
Somewhere inside me
And I am down
But I'll get up again
Don't count me out just yet
I've been brought
Down to my knees
And I've been pushed
Way past the point of breakin'
But I can take it
I'll be back
Back on my feet
This is far from over
You haven't seen the last of me
They can say that
I won't stay around
But I'm gonna stand my ground
You're not gonna stop me
You don't know me
You don't know who I am
Don't count me out so fast
I've been brought
Down to my knees
And I've been pushed
Way past the point of breakin'
But I can take it
I'll be back
Back on my feet
This is far from over
You haven't seen the last of me
There will be no fade-out
This is not the end
I'm down now But I'll be standin' tall again
Times are hard but I was built tough
I'm gonna show you all What I'm made of
I've been brought
Down to my knees
And I've been pushed
Way past the point of breakin'
But I can take it
I'll be back
Back on my feet
This is far from over
I am far from over
You haven't seen the last of me
No, no, I'm not goin' nowhere
I'm stayin' right here
Oh, no, you won't see me fade out
I'm not takin' my bow
Can't stop me
It's not the end
You haven't seen the last of me
Oh, no, you haven't seen The last of me
You haven't seen the last of me
-Tess, we need to talk. -No.
-Yes. -I'm tired, Nikki.
Well, then you can just listen.
We built this club together...
...and then some girl shows up from nowhere...
-...who hasn't paid her dues-- -How do you know?
Doesn't sing that way because she's had it easy.
''They don't come to hear us sing, Nikki.''
Or is that just bullshit now?
You're drunk. Go inside and call a cab.
I will not be upstaged by some slut!
Then Leave.
You'd ruin our friendship over some girl you barely know?
So much for loyalty!
Since when did you know anything about Loyalty?
How many times have I peeled you off the sidewalk?
How many blackouts?
How many times have I held your head...
...while you threw up everything but memories?
Okay, fine! But I will not stand in the back!
Tess, you need to fix this--
You think you're my only problem? I'm about to Lose my club.
The only thing that means anything to me.
I have more to worry about than you pouring tequila on your Cheerios.
Fine.
-I quit! -I'm glad!
Nikki, don't drive.
By the way...
...I slept with Vince the night after your honeymoon.
You crazy bitch!
Morning.
Do you really have to do that at 6 a.m.?
Coffee?
No, but a Little peace and quiet would be nice.
You are a Little overdressed for breakfast.
My pajamas were in the bedroom, which was occupied.
You're never here, so it'd be stupid for me to crash on the couch...
...when there is a perfectly good, empty bed right there.
So, what, do you want the bedroom back?
Should be used by someone.
I'm home every night.
Maybe not when you think I should be. You are my roommate, not my mother.
However, since it's such an issue....
What the hell. Take the bedroom. I'll sleep on the couch.
-Fine! -Fine.
-You're gonna have to move your shit. -I realize.
It is a total mess in there.
You got stuff everywhere. Clothes, shoes, hair--
Jesus! What is your problem? You're acting Like a prick.
Something you wanna say?
It's not just me.
The people that care about you are worried.
What people?
People, you know? People. Your friends at the club.
We're Like a family.
And we Look out for each other.
You Look out for each other. Like Vince Looks after Tess.
And Like Nikki Looks out for everybody.
And Marcus? He's gonna Look out for you?
No, it's fine. It's fine.
He can make things happen for you.
So go ahead, make a deal with the devil.
First, Marcus is not the devil.
He's a smart businessman...
...who happens to be a gentleman who knows what he wants and goes for it.
I'm just saying. Life is about the choices you make.
The choices I make?
You're a bartender-slash-piano player...
...who writes songs that are never ready.
That's perfect. Perfect.
Please, try not to destroy my apartment. Thanks.
I now pronounce you husband and wife.
You may kiss the bride.
Wait, what do you mean you are still in New York? Why?
So you just decided not to come?
Why does every conversation we have end up being about your future?
You know, you're right.
We should start thinking about our futures.
And I might be looking at mine right now.
That DJ is hot.
You think so?
He keeps Looking at me.
Maybe he's cuckoo for Coco Puffs.
Really? You think?
Yeah. I think.
He's gorgeous. I think he likes me.
He is gorgeous.
Who is paying for this wedding? This rental must have cost a fortune.
Damon's dad is loaded.
Is he single?
I'm just kidding. I'm kidding.
Guess Georgia's not as dumb as I thought.
Would you ever do this again?
No.
There's only one man I could see spending the rest of my Life with.
And unfortunately, except for a really drunk night in Reno 25,000 years ago...
...he bats for the other team.
Oh, no. He bats for the pink team.
Yes.
That is tragique.
I know.
Well, it's Like all truly great love affairs.
Yeah.
Tragic.
It wasn't Reno. It was Tahoe, baby.
And it was lovely.
Get a room.
Get away.
Shot of Patron, please.
Make it two. Make it two.
Looking kind of lonely there, Jack.
Liberated, maybe.
Libated, definitely.
But lonely, no. Never Lonely.
Cheers.
Clink.
How's it going?
God. What are we, in junior high?
Iowa, are you still mad at me?
You know, because if you are...
...bring it on, baby.
Are you drunk?
Oh, I love this song. Yes!
Oh, you rock.
Yeah, baby. You rock.
I'm sorry for being a class-A prick.
You were.
I was.
And, as of about...
...some time ago, I am officially a single man.
You and Natalie broke up?
That we did.
Which explains why I am here alone.
So...
...why are you here alone?
Do I really Look alone to you?
Come here.
Jack.
Careful.
Oh, my feet are killing me. Take off these shoes, please. Help me.
Wait, wait. Be careful.
I got it. No. No.
Stay.
Good night.
Here. Yeah.
Night.
Okay.
Cute jammies.
My mother got me these, thank you very much.
And I haven't worn them yet, so....
Go figure.
I forgot to lock the door.
-Got it? -Good.
Good night.
Back again?
Water. Don't want a hangover.
Smart.
Good night. Again.
Night. Again.
Now, I know-- I know I forgot something else.
I remember I locked the door.
That's it. Hungry. I'm hungry.
Exactly.
-What is so funny? -Jack! Well, you're--
Well, I never.
-Jack. -Want a cookie?
No?
-All right. -Jack.
It's your loss. You change your mind...
...you know where they are.
Sweet love
Trapped in your love
I've opened up
Unsure I can trust
My heart and I were buried in dust
So it's official.
What?
You are definitely not gay.
So, what about Natalie?
Natalie who?
I found a man I can trust
And, boy, I believe in us
I am terrified to love For the first time
Can you see That I'm bound in chains
I finally found my way
I am bound to you
Do that again.
Now come here.
I mean, I don't really know what happened.
I had won the Nashville Teen Songwriting Contest.
I even still have my Little trophy.
So I took that as--
I thought I was supposed to do something important with my Life.
Then I got to L.A.
And nothing happened.
Nothing.
Well, you know what?
I believe your music is ready.
The question is...
...are you ready?
-For what? -Are you ready? Here I come.
-I knew it. -Natalie.
You are a liar. A pathetic, sneaky Little Liar!
What is she doing here?
I live here. I wanna know why you are here.
I can't believe I bought your bullshit. ''She's nothing. She's not even pretty.''
Well, at least you were honest about one thing.
-You said that? -I did not.
-He did. -No, I didn't.
-Yes, he said that. -Look....
I'm sorry, could you just give me some time--?
You're asking me to Leave?
-No. -Yes, you. I'm the fiancée.
-You told me you broke it off with her. -I did.
You break up with me over the phone?
-I'm out of here. You said it was over. -No. Ali.
-Ali, please. -What, Jack?
-I am sorry. -So am I.
I'm out.
Ali, wait. Please.
I must have the wrong apartment.
Who are you looking for?
-I'm Looking for Sean. -Sean.
What's he Look Like?
Yea high.
Shaved head.
Brown eyes. Glasses.
Sean.
I've been calling him John.
No, it's Sean.
Is that him?
Yeah.
Hi.
-What are you doing here? -It's a long story.
I shouldn’t have come here.
I see I've obviously interrupted something.
Might be a bad time.
No, that's okay.
I'm sorry. Ali, did you meet...
-...Mike? -Close. My name is Mark.
Hi, Mark.
Sorry.
Does anybody want any coffee?
Yeah. Why don't I go make the coffee...
...and you guys get better acquainted.
Sorry. Did I call you Mike Last night?
Yes. Yeah.
-But I called you John, so.... -Really?
You liked it.
John was my mother's name.
-Hey. -Hey, gorgeous.
Hey, Marcus.
You okay? You sound down.
I've been better.
Well, I have just the cure.
-What's that? -Me.
Why don't you come over for dinner?
Okay, well....
-Bye. -Yeah, bye. You....
You take care...
-...Sean. -You too. Okay.
Okay, bye.
Is Ali here?
Ali left.
She went with Marcus.
Is that true?
Yeah.
-What? -She Left a couple hours ago.
I told you that opportunity wouldn't knock forever.
You're right. It doesn't.
Hey.
You.
It's Mark.
Mark.
Do you want to have some lunch?
Yeah. Sure.
You're cooking.
I just wasted my whole goddamn afternoon...
...talking with the vice president of loans.
This asshole-- No, wait. He didn't even Look me in the eye.
He just sat there, playing with this wooden thingy on his desk.
-What thingy? What? -The Long wooden block thingy.
The nameplate?
Yes. Nameplate.
Yeah, and?
And he's not gonna give me the money.
-Are you sure? -Yes, I'm sure.
I'm not a good risk.
And I've got two days before the bank takes the club.
Well, then...
...I would say that the situation is pretty bleak.
And I would say that you are a master of the fucking obvious.
Why did you say that?
What do you mean, ''Why did I say that''? Because it's the truth.
Tess, it's not a judgment, it's the truth.
You don't have any money.
The bank won't give you a loan. It's the eleventh hour.
Hello?
If I were you, I would take Marcus's offer now.
No.
And you don't get to say that to me.
I can take ''the sky is falling'' from everyone else, but not you.
You know, I need you to be the one that says:
''It's only a number, Tess.''
We have killed ourselves to keep this place going.
How can you just walk away?
I don't care if you walk away, I don't care what happens.
I will beat down the door of every bank in L.A.
I will never give up this club.
Are you sure?
I will never give it up.
There she is.
I thought I'd lost you for a minute at the beginning there.
You are such an asshole.
Thank you.
Hope you're hungry.
Steaks are on.
What is this?
Right now it's a model.
When it grows up it'll be multi-use space...
...residential, retail.
But this is the Burlesque Lounge.
Best view on the Sunset Strip...
...with no windows.
When I'm through with it, it’ll have a thousand.
Does Tess know about this?
-Tess knows I've made an offer to buy. -What makes you think she'd sell?
I don't think she has a choice. She's going under.
It's a win-win situation for everyone. It's business, not personal.
I think it's personal for Tess.
And for Coco and Sean and....
What about me?
There are other clubs that you can sing and dance in. Better ones.
You don't get it.
I don't understand. I'm trying to do something that benefits everyone.
-How does that make me the bad guy? -It doesn't, Marcus.
It just makes you the wrong guy.
Hi.
So how'd it go at the bank?
This good.
You want a glass for that?
No, no. I am way beyond a glass.
-Tess, I gotta talk to you. -Not right now.
Marcus is gonna tear down the club and build a skyscraper.
And how do you know this?
-I saw the model. -I didn't know you were close.
We're not. I rushed over so I could tell you.
You're spreading yourself a Little bit thin.
Jack, Marcus, whoever.
Tess, I'm trying to help you.
-Let it go. -She's gotta listen.
Okay. Let it go, let it go.
-She needs to Listen. -She can't now.
Well, she's gonna hear me. Watch this.
Tess, I gotta talk to you.
-You could knock. This is still my office. -You need to hear what I tell you.
I don't. I am tired of talking. I am talked out.
-Hear me out. -I don't wanna hear you out.
Do you ever Listen to anything other than your own voice?
Talk.
Have you ever heard of air rights?
No, I've never heard of air rights. What are air rights?
Now, that's funny.
Jim, Let me call you back, huh?
Please sit down.
A few years ago you wanted to buy my club and I said no.
Yeah, and now you changed your mind?
No, but just bear with me for a second...
...because I promise this is gonna have a happy ending for both of us.
How much you planning to sell your condos for?
Well, they start at a million and go up from there, depending on the view.
That's beautiful.
So, what if I told you that a 20-story office building...
...was going up where my club is?
That would block his view.
-Ten stories would block his view. -Yeah. Gone.
The way I see it, your beautiful million-dollar ocean and city views...
...are just gonna vanish into thin air.
-Vanish. -Yeah.
Because tomorrow I am going to sell my club to this developer...
...and his 20 stories are gonna be well underway by the time you start selling.
-Trying to sell. -Yeah. Right.
And so I think that we should talk.
I'd Listen to her.
We're gonna have to auction off everything.
Anything you want me to keep for you?
No.
I just wanna try and do what's best for both of us.
You gonna shoot me? Please?
No. I'm gonna buy you out.
In the next 2 4 hours?
No, in the next 2 4 seconds.
Where did you get this?
Thin air.
Oh, baby.
Thank you.
Just put it out in the universe.
What would really make me so happy...
...is to hear from you...
...a great, big, giant, fat:
''Thank you, Ali.''
I didn't sleep with Vince, I just said that to hurt you.
I crossed the Line.
You think?
I wanna come home.
Okay, you're home.
Now get your ass upstairs and get ready, you're on in 20 minutes.
And if you ever pull half of the crap that she pulled...
...you are gonna be out so quick it's gonna make your head spin.
Yes, ma'am.
And don't ever call me ''ma'am'' again.
I'm gonna go get dressed for the show.
Thank you, Ali.
So this is what happens when you get a Little money?
You stop doing manual labor.
I'm back there with broken zippers...
...and ostrich feather fans that won't open or close.
You have no idea what it's Like. No idea.
I quit. Quit.
-Can I use this? -Don't touch my stuff.
I've been Looking for you.
Well, you found me.
I wanna talk to you.
I really have to get ready.
I know I messed up, okay? Bigtime.
When? When you lied to me about your engagement being over...
...or when you kicked me out?
It really was over. Okay? And she's gone.
I'm here to apologize.
No, no. Hey.
I never should have Let you walk out that door.
Go on.
I want you to come back.
So, what's the proposal, exactly?
Well...
...I still have that full box of cookies.
And an empty day bed.
I want the bedroom.
Half.
So are you in or are you out?
Oh, Jack. Now, see...
...I'm the kind of girl that, when a friend's in trouble, I help.
That's just who I am.
Shut up.
Okay, then. All right.
I....
I finished a song.
I think it's pretty good.
-Can I hear it? -No.
But you can sing it.
Underneath the city lights
There is a world few know about
Where rules don't apply, no
And you can't keep a good girl down
Baby doll just come to life
Under the spotlight
All the girls wanna fall in line
We say hey
Here come the ladies 'Bout to give a little show
Hey
Here go the boys They're gonna show a little more
Hit it up, get it up Won't let you rest
Hit it up, get it up This is not a test
Hit it up, get it up Gotta give me your best
So get your ass up Show me how you burlesque