THE DEVIL'S ISLAND LOVERS?
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Where are you going? You can't go in.
The Governor called for me. Excuse me.
Good morning.
I must say your call surprised me.
I admit I didn't expect it.
You haven't been in good health for a long time.
In fact, there are many candidates who want to become the new Governor.
What do you want from me?
You're Lindsay, the lawyer.
Yes, but older end more alcoholic than when we first met.
Don't you remember?
Yes. Listen.
I urgently need to talk to you.
You're not going to tell me that I was right?
Yes. Those kids are innocent.
If you knew that, then why didn't you do something to save them?
And knew what happens?
You believe in God and you have regrets, don't you?
Now that you're going to die, you went a clear conscience.
Beatriz and Raymond tried to escape.
I imagine, therefore, that their situation is difficult.
Yes.
That's why I called you.
I want you to know
everything that happened.
I loved Beatriz, but she always looked down on me.
She fell in love with that guy,
the godson of one of my old lovers.
The godson of one of my old lovers.
No. I already told you this can't go on.
Hi, Emilia. What a surprise to see you here.
- Who is he? One of those rebels? - Yes.
I want to talk to you about my godson.
He's one of them, an irresponsible revolutionary.
Will you report him?
Definitely.
Do you know who his lover is?
Beatriz.
You still love her, don't you?
Yes. And even though she treats me as if I don't exist, I carry her deep inside my soul.
And I would even resort to violence just to get her back.
When it comes to that stupid girl, everything is a waste of time.
Ho, I'm the stupid one.
I can't bear the sight of blood.
Why is there such violence and ingratitude among humans?
We don't tolerate humiliation.
And then there's your godson, who's always provoking us.
I did everything for him, end he's become a nightmare for me.
An obsession.
And every day he feels more contempt for me.
We have the same problem, Carlos.
We must make a decision together
and give them what they deserve.
You will help me, won't you?
Emilia's words affected me.
A criminal idea began to take shape.
I had wanted to get rid of my late wife's sister for a long time.
She was the only obstacle between my wife's large fortune end me.
I imagined that with a single action I could avenge Emilia,
take revenge for Beatriz's contempt,
and inherit a large fortune.
One night, when she returned home earlier than expected...
Raymond! Raymond!
What are you doing? Aren't you coming?
- Raymond, come here, please. - Yee, darling.
I'm coming.
I don't want to go home.
- Why not? - Because I'm afraid.
Afraid? You're with me.
Don't you realize? We're in Emilie de Franval's house.
Yeah, I know.
What would happen if she took us by surprise?
Don't worry. She'll be back late tonight.
Why do you stay in this house?
Don't be jealous. She means nothing to me.
And this is a good place to hide.
Who would think that in this house there's a warehouse,
a printing press, and a revolutionary centre?
Sorry. I'm an idiot.
When women are in love, they went to know everything...
about their man.
I'll do it.
I can't bear it any longer.
What will you do?
I have a plan.
Come.
See you tomorrow.
Raymond,
am I disturbing you?
No, what do you want?
To talk to you.
We have nothing to say to each other.
You don't know me at all.
And you misjudge me.
I really need to talk to you.
Okay. I'm all ears.
What's with your tone? Don't treat me as if I were your worst enemy.
What do you mean?
I realized that you were right. I'll never make you love me.
How can I believe you?
Listen and you'll see.
I'm getting married to the Governor.
What?
Don't look at me that way.
Or I'll think you're not happy with the news.
Mendoza has always loved me,
and I have accepted his proposal.
This way, we'll put an end to this absurd situation,
and nothing will separate you from your beloved Beetriz.
I see. You knew.
Of course.
Are you happy?
I'd love to meet the girl who made you fall in love this way.
If you like, you could invite her for dinner.
Bring her over.
You'll introduce her to me, and we'll have dinner together tomorrow.
You're a great woman.
How long have you been in our country?
A long time. I was very young when I came here.
My husband was an ambassador.
Much older than me.
But he had a great personality and also a great heart.
You've always enjoyed being here, haven't you?
Yes, of course. It's adorable.
This country seduced me right from the start.
With the primitive beauty I discover every day.
With the clean simplicity of its people. Everything.
All of it has been an appealing adventure for me.
it conquered me to the point that I forgot Europe
and the place where I was born.
That's why you stayed when he died.
It was a great loss, but I had Raymond.
And you've been like a mother to me.
Since I was a little boy, you took care of me as if I were your own son.
And today's invitation was great.
couldn't believe it when told her she was invited for dinner.
Now everything will be better with your wedding!
Is it true that you're getting married to the Governor?
Yes, young lady. It's true. We just decided.
When you're young, you have hopes.
You dream about things, even if they're not possible.
But then, as time goes by, you end up accepting life's reality.
New let's drink to you and your future.
Good evening, Carlos.
Hay, you. Call the person In charge.
Sergeant, It's the Governor.
I heard screams at the Maderos house.
We'll go there right away, Governor.
Corporal, stay here and keep watch!
Open the door!
Open the door in the name of the law!
Open up now!
We'll break down the door!
You two, search upstairs. The rest of you, come with me.
- There's nobody here, Sergeant. Search the basement!
Come here, Sergeant!
What is it?
There's a dead woman.
Murdered.
Beatriz Coblan and Raymond Franval
went to the home of the victim, Margarita Santiago
with political documents that were found at the scene.
They intended to take advantage of the victim's trust. She discovered them,
so they tried to implicate her.
She threatened to report them. When they found themselves in danger,
they killed her with a penknife.
It's murder in the first degree.
In this crime, there was premeditation,
abuse of trust, and intent to kill.
We're talking about real criminals.
They deserve no compassion.
I object to the procedures that were used in this trial.
There is no evidence to support those conclusions.
Don't listen to the defense lawyer's objections.
He has no other reason or interest
than to prolong this trial indefinitely.
- The evidence is conclusive. - Raymond is innocent!
She has nothing to do with this!
Gentlemen,
I object one last time.
I beg you to consider the responsibility
of convicting two innocent people
without sufficient evidence.
I request that a verdict be delivered based on the facts shown.
This tribunal,
after hearing the defense and the prosecution,
finds Raymond Franval
and Beatriz guilty
of first degree murder and rebellion against state security
and sentences them to death.
One moment, Your Honor.
Even though the trial is over, I need a favor.
What is it?
I know that there are no appeals in this case.
I know your country's situation. Still, there should be a way
to reduce the sentence.
No, they're guilty.
You and the tribunal are wrong.
I'm sorry.
That's not good enough. I'm going to try to save them.
Emilia!
Poor Raymond!
How are you?
Leave me alone.
Why did you come? Got out of here!
If I'm here, It's just because of your damned revenge.
You must be proud of what you've done.
The food, the wine, the drugs, the crime, It's all your fault.
You planned it with your friend Mendoza.
Get out of here.
Out!
You gave them the documents.
You can't hurt me anymore.
Tomorrow I'll be in front of the firing squad.
No, Raymond. I was able to change your sentence.
You'll go to prison for the rest of your days.
Emilia, wait!
And Beatriz?
What will happen to her? Will she be executed?
I'm sorry, Raymond. You'll never know.
My death is approaching.
I admit my guilt in everything
but there's nothing I can do now.
Try to save them.
Maybe Emilia can help you,
but I don't know where she is.
Everyone has abandoned me.
May God forgive me.
No one can know that for sure.
I'm sorry.
I must leave so you can prepare yourself for the final journey.
Lindsay!
Mr. President of the Republic,
I address this letter to Your Excellency as the lawyer
at the trial for treason and murder
of Beatriz Goblin and Raymond Franval.
I have obtained sufficient evidence to prove that both defendants are innocent
of the murder for which they were accused at the trial
which ended in an erroneous sentence by the tribunal.
For these reasons, I formally request a review of the entire trial.
- Sir, the call you've been waiting for. - Oh, yes. I'm coming.
- Do you want to take it in your room? - Yes, thank you.
Hello.
I'd like to speak with Emilia de Franval.
Who are you?
A ghost.
You may say that you don't believe in ghosts
but you're wrong. I can show you that they exist.
I don't like these jokes.
You're to blame for Raymond Franval's conviction.
You've dialed the wrong number.
There's no point in hanging up.
Even if you don't want to, you'll have to listen to everything I have to tell you.
Mendoza has just confessed to everything.
He's on his deathbed and he has no reason to lie.
What do you want from me?
Something quite simple.
You have many connections here.
You've used them to satisfy
your ambitions
and disgusting vices.
Now they'll be useful for more humane reasons.
I need authorization to visit the prison. I know you can get it.
You seem convinced I'll do it.
Of course.
Otherwise I'll inform the people of this country
and write to newspapers abroad about all your obscenities and dirty tricks.
I will talk with journalists, ministers, and, if necessary,
even with the President.
But if you cooperate, you'll be treated with indulgence.
Fine, I'll try to get what you ask for.
When will you go to the island?
Tomorrow, Friday.
- I'll call back later. - Understood.
And I don't want any tricks.
Don't force me to do the things I mentioned before.
I've already told you that I'll try. That's all I can do.
Where are you going?
I'm a lawyer. My name's Lindsay.
Follow me.
- Wait. - Help me!
- Who's crying in there? - A prisoner.
Let me in.
- I'm sorry. - Let me through, Sergeant.
I have special clearance. I want to visit that prisoner.
That's not authorized.
I told you that I have clearance.
What's going on, Sergeant?
Oh, I see. This morning I received a communication from headquarters.
You're Lindsay, right?
- Yes, I am. - Sergeant, let him in.
He has full clearance.
Who am I speaking to?
- Colonel Ford, warden of this prison. - Thank you, Colonel.
Before you leave, come and see me in my office.
Please.
Untie me.
Please.
This is inhuman.
What have you done to deserve this?
I helped two prisoners
ups from prison.
Are they Beatriz and Raymond Franval?
Yes.
Who are you?
Help me got out of here! I beg you.
Why did you help them?
They loved each other.
They were young and innocent.
I'm sure.
How can you be sure? Who told you that?
Beatriz
was
my best friend.
Maybe the only true friend I ever had.
Poor child!
When she arrived here, she was so scared that I felt sorry for her.
She's so good and delicate.
When you get to know her, you realize that she's not a criminal.
I can spot them right away.
I've been on Devil's Island for many years.
Years with no hope,
dying slowly. With no one to trust.
But despite all the misery and suffering that harden the spirit
and nearly turn us into animal's,
instinctively we are drawn to people who are different from us,
as we seek a bit of understanding and trust.
One day, Mrs. Cardel, the Director,
gathered us in the courtyard.
She used to do that on special occasions
and whenever new prisoners arrived.
I'm warning you! I won't tolerate it.
You'll teach them the rules of the prison. That will be best for all of you.
The slightest offence will be punished.
Now you know.
Form a line and walk silently.
You'll be Introduced to the Director, Mrs. Cardel.
I welcome you to your new home.
I know that some of you are criminals
but everybody's going to be treated the same way
even if the severity of your crimes may be different.
This is a warning.
I won't tolerate any lack of discipline.
You'll share cells with inmates who've been here a long time.
They can inform you of all the details.
I think you'll be good girls.
You are so young. What's your name?
Beatriz.
Accomplice to murder, right?
No, I'm innocent.
You have to tell me, "I'm innocent, madam."
I'm innocent, madam.
You're here because you were an accomplice to murder.
Tried and convicted.
I was unfairly convicted, madam.
I almost believe you, with that angel face you have.
We'll talk about this later.
New you'll be taken to your cells.
We'll meet again in the refectory.
Come on, walk!
Everybody out!
Come on, hurry up!
Hurry up!
Cowards, he's an old man!
I could kill you for this.
What? Are you all right here?
It's what you'll get if you disobey the rules.
And I warn you, my friend,
that to have this comfort
you will have to
break rocks.
There are many hard rocks here, end I don't have a lot of patience!
Two empty beds. You, that one.
And you, that one.
Have a good time.
My name's Maria. This is Beatriz.
And what about you?
Hay, you. Can't you answer me instead of sucking your thumb?
If you want her to talk, threw something at her.
- She's completely deaf. - And what's with you?
I'm sick. Malaria. I've been sick for a long time.
But they just don't care. They don't take care of me.
They're all selfish.
Stop it.
You won't solve your problems by crying.
Before taking your seats, you must thank God
for the food you'll receive despite your sins.
This should make you think
and guide you on a path of honesty and remorse.
You must also thank the society that punished you.
Although you are disorderly elements and have rebelled against society
you still have the opportunity to be in this institution and survive
no matter what crimes you've committed.
Those who believe in God must pray and thank him.
and the others must respect this moment in silence.
So be It.
Lola.
Come here!
Lola, do what I tell you!
Come over here.
Put yourself there.
Go back to your place.
This is how lack of discipline is punished.
And for those who do worse things, I know stronger punishments.
We have an extensive repertoire.
You can take your seats.
Today's show was dedicated to you!
Will you stop it!
If what you want is to scare her even more, it's not funny.
Rosa!
I didn't know she was your protégée.
Come closer.
Watch out for her. She's a bitch.
Lola was punished house of one of her tip- offs.
But isn't she an inmate?
Yes, but she can get what she wants.
She's the Director's confidante.
- That one's a poor wretch. - Yes, but I don't trust the taller one.
I'll have them move you to be with her.
Maria, change of cell.
Hello, girls.
Hey, you.
What's your name?
Beatriz, and you?
I'm Rosa.
I heard that they convicted you even though you said you were innocent.
Are you really innocent?
Yes, It's true.
Listen, I'm going to help you.
If you do what I say, it might not be so bad for you here in prison.
With that angel face you have, it'll be easy to soften the boss.
Don't you knew?
I'm quite a good friend of Mrs. Cardel's, the Director.
I'll talk to her and she won't give you hard jobs.
She's no saint
but she's not as bad as they say she is.
The same with me.
But don't trust those hypocrites who act like they're saints.
They're all sluts.
Have you asked to come to this cell?
Yes. I don't want Maria to protect you.
Why?
She's a troublemaker.
Anyone can see it.
She would only create problems for you.
More than you already have.
"The fields shall lose their fertility.
"The land shall become dried out.
"The oceans shall overflow.
"Heaven and earth shall join together to become a great chaos.
"The sins of mankind have provoked nature
"end they shall be the cause of a great slaughter.
"Then the earth, bereft of life, shall return to the void
"and shall lose itself in the infinity of stars.
"In this way, through the centuries,
"human madness shall provoke, amid shouts and tears,
"the disappearance of the proud planet.
"Let us repent now
"because on the Day of Judgment
"the chosen shall be few
"and divine justice shall fall
"on those condemned to eternal darkness."
I want you to free the five people in that cell.
Is Carter still there?
It's the third time he tried to escape, despite my surveillance.
And that one, who is he?
He just arrived, Colonel. Another rebel.
He tried to kill me on the way to the prison.
What's your name?
Raymond Franval.
Franval! What did you say?
How is it possible that a Franval is in this prison?
What have you done?
They convicted me on a false accusation.
Take him out of here.
Sand him back to his cell. I don't think he's very dangerous.
I beg your pardon, but...
Shut up! I've had enough of your abuses, Weckler!
From now on you'll treat him like the other prisoners! That's an order!
Take him back to his cell.
What's wrong, Beatriz? Are you tired?
Well, how attentive you've become!
Mind your own business!
Look at her!
How oversensitive. You look like a loving couple.
Shut up or I'll show you who I am!
I know who you are. We all know who you are.
A disgusting pig.
Cardol protects you house you rat on us.
You tell her everything that goes on in the cells.
- Shut your mouth! Or else... - Or else what?
- Now I'll show you who I am! - Take that, filthy pig!
Please, don't fight!
Stop! Stop!
Come on, everybody! There's a fight!
Filthy whore!
Leave me alone!
- Stop fighting - Don't come between us.
Leave me alone, I'll kill her!
You bitch!
Hit her hard!
Teach her a lesson!
Let me go! Let me go!
You'll remember me!
The guards! Let's go! Run!
Take that! And that!
- Leave those idiots. - She's a human being.
If you help her, all the others will hate you!
I think she's right.
The others are sluts!
You idiot!
Rosa!
You asked for it! You promised to behave.
Next time It'll be worse.
Is that clear?
Come on, Lenz, give her a little more.
Come on, It's not time to rest yet.
You don't seem to Like the job, do you?
If I see you slacking off, you'll have a tough time.
What?
You have something to say?
No, nothing.
That's right.
You're becoming reasonable.
You're not as dumb as you look.
A live mouse is better than a dead man.
This is the first time I've felt fond of someone
since Raymond died.
Who was he? Your boyfriend?
Yes. He was my boyfriend.
They executed him. He was also innocent.
It doesn't matter if you're innocent If you can't prove it.
Was he handsome?
I loved him.
He was intelligent,
good, sensitive.
Was he from here?
His family was French.
His name was Raymond Franval.
Franval?
That name sounds familiar.
To you?
Yes, of course.
Before they put me in this hole.
my family was among the most important in the country.
But it all ended
the day they killed my father.
Keep working.
Didn't you hear me?
Corporal.
Yes, sir.
Take this document to the woman's prison.
This should be hand- delivered to the Director.
Wait for the prisoner I have to interrogate
and then bring her here.
- What's going on, idiot? - Anything also?
No, got out of here!
You'd better leave new.
When do you want me to come back?
I don't know. Maybe tomorrow.
The Colonel went to Paramaribo for three days.
Why there?
Administrative procedures.
He thinks he'll be promoted soon.
One day he'll realize that If this place works, It's because of me.
An intelligent men like you should be a colonel, at least.
You'd love that.
You could have a very good time here.
I hope I'll be promoted to commander.
- You're ambitious. - Yes.
And at the same time, I could settle scores with a couple of guys.
Especially with a guy named Raymond Franval.
I'd show him then. Who does he think he is?
- You said Raymond Franval? - Yes. You know him?
Of course, you had very good connections.
No, I don't know him
but I heard he had been executed.
No, he's still alive.
For the moment.
If It were up to me...
You better leave.
Beatriz!
Sorry to wake you, but I have great news.
- What? - Don't worry. Listen.
Raymond is alive.
Yes, he's alive.
I found out by chance.
Lieutenant Weckler from the man's prison told me.
Raymond's there.
I have nothing to lose.
I have nobody.
So I've decided to help you, both you and your boyfriend.
I have to figure out how,
but I think I could help you escape.
It'll be a good deed to compensate for other things I've done.
It's wonderful.
What is it? Why did they bring me here?
Listen to me.
I'm trying to understand what happened with Lola.
There's nothing to understand. We fought.
I know that.
What I don't know is why or, rather, for who.
She provoked me. Because of Beatriz.
- What did Beatriz do? - What's going on here?
I've been noticing a great change in your behavior.
And I warn you, very seriously,
the Director wouldn't like It
If you stopped being her confidante.
Or what's worse,
If you joined the use of the rebels.
- Is the Director afraid I'll betray her? - Yes.
And the fact that I'm the of officers plaything, that doesn't bother you?
Carry on as usual,
or you'll regret that you didn't.
Listen carefully.
Get out of here five minutes after I leave.
Go where I told you as quickly as possible.
Understood?
I won't forgot.
Thanks, Rosa.
I'd like to do something to reply all you're doing for me.
Do what?
I don't know.
Maybe get e good lawyer for you once I'm free.
Don't worry about It.
When I leave with the guards, the cell door will remain ejer.
Take care.
They're here. Pretend to be sleeping.
- Rosa, they're waiting for you. - Yes, I'm coming.
Come on.
So, going out for a good time again.
I guess so. They don't call me to play chess.
Listen, when you have some spare time, remember us.
I'll let you know.
You've always been good to me. I'll pay you back.
Hold on.
I told you, some other time.
Just one little kiss, just one.
Listen, that Raymond Franval you mentioned yesterday,
I'd like to see him.
I met his family many years ago.
Don't lie to me. You just want to have fun with him.
Okay. I'll leave you with him for a few minutes.
I can't refuse you anything.
- Guard! - Yes, sir.
- Bring the prisoner Franval. - Yes, Lieutenant.
So, you're Raymond Franval.
It's true. You are handsome.
That won't help you here.
It's not Like the old days, with all those well- dressed ladies.
What are you doing! Give me that!
Quickly!
Get in here!
Silence.
Go to the quarry.
Beetriz is waiting for you there.
You must go north
until you cross the bridge and go through the small forest.
On the coast there's a fisherman's house. His name is Ezequiel.
He'll got a boat for you. Wait.
I'm going to distract the guard now.
Goodbye and good luck!
Hey, Lenz. You see how I keep my promises?
Yeah, I see.
But what are you doing here now?
got drunk, and I didn't want to waste my time.
Oh, Raymond!
Beatriz.
Raymond!
Answer me. Where did the prisoners go?
I don't know.
Talk, once and for all! Don't make me continue.
Sergeant, go with your men to the left.
They can't be far.
The laser.
And what new? will you talk?
Everybody, over here! We found them!
Come on, talk and we'll stop the torture.
I don't know anything.
We just received a message from Colonel Ford.
He says the two prisoners have been captured.
They weren't far. A single petrol was enough.
Put her in the punishment cell.
Help her! Beatriz is my friend.
Do you understand?
She's my friend.
And they're going to kill her.
I can't bear this anymore.
Ask them to finish with me quickly. I beg you!
It's terrible. I'll do my best to help you.
I'll do everything I can. Trust me.
- Come In. - Good morning. You wanted to see me?
Are you the lawyer for the two fugitives?
They're innocent. I have proof.
You're too late.
That evidence is useless, even if it's true.
Why are you bothering with a lost use?
Forget It, Lindsay!
That sounds like an order.
You forget that escape and rebellion are crimes punishable by death.
That's the law. And here, I enforce the law.
Justice is inflexible. There are no concessions.
Human behavior is often more complex than the law
but I'm here to make sure the law is respected.
Yes, sir.
Goodbye.
Take aim!
Fire!
That's the unfortunate thing about justice.
Sometimes it arrives late.
Sometimes our weaknesses, our own mistakes
don't let it triumph.