I've worked for them for many years and if you'll allow me, I'd like to tell you..
That your father has been behaving strangely for a few months.
And I'm worried. - What is it?
He's changed after he married Ms Dubois...
Always withdrawn, nervous. - I've noticed as well...
Did she go to Sweden with him? - No, I think she's at the seaside...
At his villa, if I'm not mistaken. - Alone?
That I don't know. - Are you telling me the truth?
I'm sorry but these are things I prefer to ignore.
You can go.
We'll dine here.
But please try to talk to your father.
You worry too much. He wouldn't do anything stupid...
He's so level headed. - You don't know Alexa...
She got him to marry her and she's been exploiting him for some time.
You wanted it. - What are you scared of?
Do you believe my father would've married someone my age?
If he was so level headed, as you say.
She'll get him to change his will.
That's her aim. To get everything.
Even what's rightfully mine.
But you're his daughter, no one can take what's rightfully ours.
Who knows? But that's not all that worries me...
Did you hear Paul? - He just said he's a little nervous...
Given the age gap it's perfectly natural...
That doesn't mean anything. - I hope you're right.
But I'd really like to turn up there unannounced.
We have no right to get involved in Mr Mannering's private life.
But it's a life that's going off the rails.
My father is entitled to make himself unhappy with whoever he wants.
But he'd do well not to forget he has a daughter.
I played and I lost...
But as you can see, you didn't win either, Alexa...
The last hand is mine. We had a kind of contract, us two...
I would buy your youth with my wealth.
It was certainly easy for me to stick to our deal.
But, evidently, it wasn't possible for you.
I'm happy, will you take me dancing tonight?
Dancing? No, we're staying in.
Very well. I'll cook a lovely dinner for you.
I want to rest first. Don't you?
Our enchanted castle. Princess.
Do you want to eat something?
I'm not hungry, I don't want anything.
Not even a snack? - I just want to sleep.
What a day.
I'm dead. Princess.
Pity.
It's our last night.
I'm dead, but I haven't been buried yet.
I'm getting a stimulant.
Seeing as you didn't offer.
Didn't you want to dance?
If you ask me you did well to get married looking at all the money you have...
If something similar happened to me, with an old millionaire...
I wouldn't hesitate for a moment to sacrifice myself.
I'd say it was a good sacrifice. - He's very good to me.
And you can't complain either. - I'm not complaining.
Actually, he seems like a very understanding gentleman.
You gave him back some of his youth by marrying him.
You still sleep with him...
And the least I can do is close one eye.
Come on.
You like it, don't you?
I say one thing...
When millionaires are old...
It's right to send them to their eternal rest taking away all their money...
They don't need it anymore. - What do you mean?
Yes, they can buy lots of things, like... - Someone like me?
No, I wasn't referring to you in particular.
I mean the things one buys are only worth the price one pays for them.
But all that really makes a man happy in this life...
That give him joy. Are his conquests.
And when you get old you can't conquer anything.
Isn't that right?
Think about your old man, smartly dressed...
If he didn't have any cash he'd really be so romantic...
"My love..." - What's got into you?
I've been drinking and alcohol opens the soul and makes you tell the truth.
So I guess you're plan is to make me become a widow.
Me?
Don't exaggerate. I just... want to make sure
he arrives in another world as soon as possible.
If he gives you so much freedom, then he created this situation...
He hasn't resigned himself, it gives him a sense of power...
I'm sure of it.
Besides, he should be happy at his age...
He knows he has us in the palm of his hand so he makes us dance like puppets.
You know I have nothing against him.
But it doesn't seem right. We just depend on him because of his money.
Money that could be ours.
You're a cynic. But I like it.
We have to call the police.
"I played and I lost."
"But as you can see, you didn't win either, Alexa..."
"The last hand is mine. We had a kind of contract, us two..."
"I would buy your youth with my wealth."
"Lt was certainly easy for me to stick to our deal."
"But, evidently,it wasn't possible for you..."
"And you knew it wouldn't be possible."
"You were only after my money, right from the start."
"From the time you counted on my benevolent understanding."
"What should an old man like me expect? Youth has its rights."
"Try and break out, you and your lover..."
"Enjoy the happiness that you feel is rightfully yours."
"But now, you'll have to do it here..."
"In front of me."
"And when my flesh begins to putrefy, and the air is unbreathable..."
"Continue to love me..."
"Your love is immense, you're young, love each other..."
"Locked in here with me, in this tomb I built for the three of us."
"Life has united us, now we will be united forever."
"Don't waste your breath, your efforts are pointless..."
"I did things properly, this room is like a safe..."
"Locked, sealed and overlooking the sea."
"Scream if you want but no one will hear you."
Don't worry. We'll get out of here.
It's pointless. It's over for us.
The most important thing is to keep calm.
We'll think of something.
We shouldn't waste our energy in desperation.
He spent a long time planning his revenge, that fool.
Please, stop it. - Any regrets?
He loved you so much he thought of the most sadistic way to kill you.
But he won't win. I assure you...
We'll get out of here alive...
Even if I have to tear down the walls with my teeth and nails.
It's all my fault. I know.
It's starting to get hot. - How long can we resist?
Long enough. Don't worry.
What's wrong? - He moved.
He moved. - Stop it, listen to me...
Be reasonable.
He's dead.
Now calm down.
I deserved it. I wanted it.
I betrayed him. He cared for me.
Yes? - Ms Ruben is here.
Who? - Mr Mannering's daughter.
Catherine. Show her in.
The last time I saw you, you were a little girl...
And now I see a... - A lady.
But you haven't changed. - More than I'd like to...
But the years don't forgive.
When they told me your married name I didn't even realise who you were.
It was a surprise.
How long has it been? - Almost five years.
Since mother died. - Right, have a seat.
How is your father? Still lucky in business?
He's the reason I'm here, I need your help.
Whatever happens, you can count on me.
Just don't ask me to go against him.
You're the only person I can trust...
He's been behaving absurdly, ridiculously.
You're alluding to the woman he married, I imagine...
I read an article about her in some magazine.
Let me give you some advice...
The best thing you can do is not get involved.
I haven't got it in for him...
Fact is he married a woman who's betrayed him and made him look ridiculous.
The worst thing is that he knows this...
But he prefers to torture himself rather than lose her.
So what can you do? It's pointless.
At your father's age it's hard for a man to mad over a woman...
But when it does happen, there's no way out.
But it gets worse.
What is it?
I don't like to talk about it, but perhaps...
Come, tell me. - She's destroying him.
She's destroying all of us.
Yes, I believe you. And what do you want to do?
You're a detective, if you found proof of her betrayal...
We could force her to divorce him. -l'm sorry...
I can't do it. - No? I'm begging you.
There are many other lawyers and detectives in Paris...
Ask them. Your father and I are friends.
No, I don't intend doing anything to force his will.
But it's in his interests.
It's not just his estate but also his honour at stake.
Don't you realise? - They're just stories.
Try to put aside your jealousy and see sense.
He's entitled to enjoy the last years of his life however he wants to.
No one can judge him.
He may even want this. - So you don't want to help?
Yes, I'll talk to him like an old friend...
I'll call him today. - He's in Stockholm...
Call him there. He's staying at the Excelsior hotel.
Okay. Did she go with him?
No, she's in Normandy. - A very solitary and romantic place.
Do I have to do everything myself? I asked you a question...
At least answer me when I talk to you.
You heard what Roland said, we'll never get out of here...
Never. - To hell with that old man.
In your quest to betray him you've betrayed me as well...
You're nothing but a whore. - And what are you?
A scoundrel without scruples who took advantage of the situation.
You found him repulsive so you looked for another man...
That's why I'm here! - You're disgusting, not him.
Lucky for Catherine. - Why?
Because she's getting married? Then we'll get married too.
This isn't the reason, marriage doesn't mean much for a woman nowadays.
But it means something to you. A woman without love...
...is like a rose without a scent. - Think of something funnier.
You know, Alexa, my dream is to open a surgery with you as my nurse.
No, don't count on me, I want to enjoy my life.
So do I, that's why I want to marry you.
Catherine's Father is a Millionaire
So she's a Millionaire as well, along with her future husband
Does money really mean so much to you?
I'll care less about it when I have more of it.
If you ask me there are many more important things
I don't share your opinion.
When is Catherine getting married? - Tomorrow... At Five
Yes, dear. - Can you come with me?
I'll be right back.
What is it? - Alexa doesn't feel well...
I think she drank too much. - Who is this Alexa?
A friend. She's in my room now.
Anything else? - Yes, I told Paola to let her sleep.
She couldn't even stand up. - It will pass, don't worry.
But you should let her family know she'll be staying the night.
I've done that, we'll be leaving soon and I wanted to let you know...
Can you take care of her? - Don't worry, I'll take her home.
Thanks, Dad. We're leaving now.
Farewell, Dad. - Farewell, Catherine and be happy.
Thanks, and don't forget Alexa. - Of course.
See you soon.
Did I stay here all night?
Catherine let your family know before she left.
Don't worry, they know you slept here.
Will you stay for breakfast? - Yes, I'll be right down.
Tell the driver to pick me up at 11.30...
And take Catherine's friend home before driving me to the bank.
Anything else?
No, you can go. I'll serve breakfast myself.
I'm so sorry...
I don't know what happened to me last night...
Don't think about it anymore. It's of no importance...
Please, have a seat.
My daughter told me to look after you...
So I've asked my driver to take you home after breakfast.
I wouldn't want to disturb you, I made such an impression...
I'm not used to drinking. - Catherine told me you're good friends?
Yes, yes. We always sat together in class.
Coffee or tea?
I'm sad that Catherine dropped out of university.
I'm also thinking of dropping out, not to get married like Catherine...
I must leave to find work.
That's a shame, believe me.
I know.
Wouldn't you like to continue? - Of course...
I'd really like to if I could.
But I find working and studying at the same time too tiring.
I understand, it's natural. I know something about it myself...
I've been there.
Besides, when one is young you have the right to enjoy yourself.
But everyone has that right, it's not a matter of age.
No, no. It's not possible at my age.
But why? You can enjoy everything life has to offer you.
It's absurd lady, how can I pretend to be young with all my grey hairs?
There's nothing absurd about it.
A person like you can quite easily get with the times and dress fashionably.
Dance, feel happy, or dream. No, you're not old.
Can I butter some toast for you?
I'm sorry, I'm not feeling well. - No, it's nothing...
Don't worry, it's not important.
What a fool I am, I'm so sorry.
If you'll allow me? I'll take you home personally.
Do you mind? - Quite the opposite.
Could I see you again? - I don't know.
Around at this hour?
I looked everywhere for you. - What is it?
Have you given up medicine to be a detective?
Phillip, you're a smart guy, and I like you...
But I can't go out with you. - Yes, I know, you told me...
I called you a number of times, but...
I noticed you don't stay at home much nowadays.
I'm free to do what I want, we've only ever been good friends.
I love you, Alexa. And I don't want to lose you.
It's pointless, Phillip. Don't insist.
I have to go now. Farewell.
What happened to you? - I don't understand?
What are you referring to? - You've changed so much.
Maybe there is a reason.
In such a hurry? - Yes, I have an appointment.
Who with?
With the man I intend to marry.
Farewell, Alexa. I just hope you're not making a mistake.
You can take the evening off.
Some packages arrived for you.
Put them in my room.
You look magnificent.
To be honest, I feel a little ridiculous.
No, the opposite. You look great.
Thank you.
Won't you sit down? - I prefer to go for a walk.
As you wish.
We could dine together tonight, if you like?
And after we could go dancing in a local nightclub.
I really have to tell you...
Now, finally, you've really become an elegant and modern gentleman.
It's all because of you.
I'm so happy when I'm with you. - Me too.
No, nothing. Later.
I have something for you, I hope you'll accept it.
It's wonderful. - The date we met is inscribed on it.
Sometimes I think having you by my side...
...is only a dream.
I'm scared I'm going to wake up. - Why?
One thing is certain, I've never been as happy as I am now.
It's very difficult for me, I don't where to start...
Do you want to be my wife? Don't answer right away, tomorrow...
When you want.
Think about it, I'm not young, I'm not kidding myself...
It's pointless.
I can only offer you my wealth, and I understand...
Yes, that compared to your youth, it's very little.
But think about it.
Clear off. - What did I do?
Can't I dance with your daughter?
Forget it, let's go. - Go away, Jean.
Sorry, but people come here to enjoy themselves...
Besides, Jean is a good kid. Go.
May I invite you to have a drink with me?
I fell in love with Pietro straight away.
He was aggressive, unscrupulous, young.
I had won by now. I was to become Lady Mannering.
And then...
Look at what I'm throwing away. Money.
I'm throwing it outside...
I wrote a message on it, someone has to pick up.
An S.O.S. written on money.
Who sees money and doesn't pick it up?
They'll rescue us.
It happened to me once before, I was penniless and I found 1000 francs...
They were my salvation.
We'll get out of here, you'll see. - Don't touch me.
Why are you like this? - Please leave me in peace.
Roland was right...
We're condemned to stay locked in this stone tomb forever.
If only I'd never met you. - If only.
Someone else would be in my place.
Ronald, I don't want you to go. - Neither do I, but it's just two days.
Why don't you come with me? - No, I am afraid of flying.
And I'd just sit in the hotel. - Excuse me, Sir, it's time to go.
I'll take you to the airport. - I'd like that very much.
There is a lot of traffic in town at this hour.
You have to hurry or you'll be late - Yes, yes, I know.
It's me.
The princess has come to my hovel.
But you're still in bed? - No, just relaxing.
Has he gone? - I just took him to the airport.
He'll stay in London for two days. - Two days?
What a blessing. We must celebrate.
Two days all to ourselves. - Imagine if he knew.
Don't even joke about it. It would be terrible.
I'm everything to him.
And what is he for you?
I can't deny I married him for his money...
But I still care for him and I respect him.
Sure, as if he was your father.
But as a husband you find it difficult to be faithful to him, right?
Yes, alright. I cheat on him...
But I don't feel relaxed, I'm worried.
You're wrong because you don't have a reason...
Nowadays, a lot of things aren't so important anymore...
I could be jealous of him as well but I adapt to the circumstances...
If he found out about us he'd know how to be understanding about it.
He married a younger woman, he knows the risks.
Shall we dine at the Sanchiyi? - Magnificent idea.
But I'm telling you now, I don't have a cent.
It doesn't matter, I'm inviting you.
Roland is going to Rome next week, I'll have to go with him.
It's the price you must pay, he's your husband after all.
You'd better leave, his plane is about to land.
Call me.
When did you arrive?
I went to pick you up at the airport.
The meeting was delayed so I came back early.
I took the afternoon flight, I was hoping to have lunch with you.
I'm so sorry, Roland, If I'd known...
But why didn't you tell me? I had lunch with a friend...
Went shopping, then I went to meet you.
An old school friend?
Yes, Jeanette. Catherine knows her well...
She came to her wedding. A tall woman, red hair...
Don't you remember? - No, there were so many guests.
But you noticed me straight away.
Only the day after. - That's true.
If it wasn't for the champagne we wouldn't be here together.
You joke about life and destiny.
Everything happens for a reason.
And we fool ourselves into thinking we are masters of ourselves.
Shall we go out? - Yes, willingly.
If you're not tired from the flight? - No, I'm not tired...
Tonight we'll go to the beach like two tourists in Paris.
What do you say? - Magnificent.
Here... I hope you like it.
It's fantastic.
These emeralds will be a reminder of my last trip...
I've decided to retire.
I want to dedicate myself entirely to you.
I've always been proud to belong to a man who knows what's important...
Now, for me, you're giving up being the Roland Mannering I admire so much.
Only to give you everything, in return for your beauty...
And your loyalty. I'll never be happy with a little love.
Why d0 you say that?
I couldn't live without you. - You know I love you.
Are you being sincere?
Do you doubt me?
Not at all.
Sure I was surprised. It seems logical...
I invited you to our wedding, at least. - It was your father's decision...
He didn't want to tell anyone.
Not even his daughter?
And you certainly didn't insist.
Though it wouldn't have been hard. - It's not that.
And then...
Remember, it was his decision to marry me.
And naturally you didn't put up much of a fight.
Why did you accept, Alexa? For love?
Out of pity? Or for other reasons?
A lot of things drove me. His affection...
Admiration. And also other reasons, as you say.
So it was a very romantic meeting.
And I thought my father was intelligent. - He is.
He always gets what he wants. - Even if he's going to lose out?
No, he's not the type. - At least he's not alone anymore...
That's some consolation. - Yes, of course.
Shall we go back?
Tell me?
I hope we can still be friends. - Of course, why not?
You look like you've been having fun.
I'm sorry I didn't come as well, but you'd already left.
And it isn't the first time it's happened...
I've been waiting here for you since ten.
Pietro invited me to have dinner with him.
And I told him you were away.
So you decided to go by yourself.
You did well.
It must have been a real banquet...
It's five o'clock in the morning. - May I ask you a question?
How did you get in? - I opened the door.
Obviously. - You aren't surprised, are you?
Do you want to know how I got the key?
It happened by chance...
Knowing how my wife has a habit of losing things...
I made a copy of her keys, but I was curious about one of them...
It wasn't for her car, or the house...
So I thought it might be for an apartment where she meets her lover...
For maximum convenience.
Fine. It pays to speak clearly...
This isn't the first night we've spent together.
It was only ever going to end like this.
What did you expect? - No, please...
I have enough experience, you don't need to tell me I was deluding myself...
I know life is a game of risk.
I know you can win or lose, but playing is inevitable.
And in this game, each one of holds their own cards...
Now we'll play them. All three of us.
Each one of us taking their own risks. - Listen, Ronald...
I want you to know... - No, please.
A player never reveals his secrets.
Just think, if you'd arrived any later I would have finished the bottle...
And you would've had to take me home.
No, don't be upset, dear. It's not worth it.
Luckily I'm rich.
And my money will help me to be close to you.
Are you going to ask for a divorce? - No, why?
Do you want me to'? I don't think so.
It would be absurd for you to give up the privilege of being lady Mannering...
You've got everything to earn.
I'm also open-minded and I don't think it's necessary for things to change...
Everything can continue...
...as it is now.
You have my complete admiration, you're clearly a fellow with set ideas...
Someone who knows how to attribute the correct value to things.
I'm modern and I adapt to the circumstances.
And I'll also try to do the same as you.
Help.
Did they tell you I was looking for you?
Have you spoken to my father? - No, I couldn't find him.
But I spoke to his notary, he's my friend as well.
Yes, I know. What did he tell you?
I can't tell you on the phone. - At least tell me something.
Your father has sorted out his accounts, perhaps he intends to divorce her?
You don't have to worry. - What time is good for you?
At six?
All men live with the illusion that they'll never die...
That they'll never get old. Even me.
This is what you preyed on, my weakness.
Is this why you want to kill me?
Didn't you already kill me a long time ago?
Why? Alexa.
I drank so much I took the revolver and decided to kill myself.
But then I refused to do it...
A man like me can't lower himself to the level of a street bandit.
I organised things a lot better...
The three of us will soon be together forever.
Wasn't this the agreement?
It's all my fault. Why didn't I listen to you, Phillip?
You tried to make me see that the simple things can bring so much happiness.
But I wanted luxury, the pleasures of the world...
And I didn't listen to you.
Now I realise how right you were.
If only I could go back.
You find can find happiness anywhere, and usually it doesn't cost a thing.
Yes, the important thing is to care. - It's all that counts.
If I hate the consumer society it's because it creates superfluous needs.
Don't you want anything? - Just a motorbike, not much.
But you're better off buying a car for that price.
You see? You're bourgeois.
A motorbike is something else, it isn't a status symbol...
It's only for riding and to allow you to feel free...
That's the only reason I want one, and one day I'll have one.
But I could also walk for the rest of my life.
That woman, what was her name?
I don't remember anymore, I dreamt it...
Or was it the only real moment in my life?
Yes. Not so beautiful...
But that smile illuminated her face.
At the time, I still had so many delusions.
Why?
Why did I have to choose another path?
Who are you? I cannot remember your name anymore.
No, don't follow me...
Go away.
I hear your voice, and I don't understand the words...
A sound... So sweet.
Wait. Don't leave.
I let you go, I know. But wait...
Don't leave.
Yes, I understand.
It isn't you, it's me who is far away.
I have lost the love. You wee my love. And for what?
For an illusion without hope.
There is still time. I am looking for you.
But you're not here anymore. Where are you?
- That's expensive. - Are you ready?
- I can deliver your goods to your home if you prefer. - No, we'll manage.
Phillip, come and get me.
You were in love with me. Perhaps one day...
Everything will go back to how it was before.
Come back to me, Phillip.
Don't invoke a past which cannot come back anymore.
You wanted to share my wealth...
You will also share my destiny. Forever...
Ronald. Let me out of here.
I'm begging you. It's not true, you aren't dead...
You're alive.
You love me too much, you can't let me die like this.
Be brave, this will be your last night...
Then we'll be together for eternity. All three of us.
Isn't this what you wanted? That was your choice...
And mine too. - He's alive.
I really hope you're alive...
So I can kill you.
Come and have a look.
Perhaps I'm not dead. Come.
Come here.
Do you feel up to opening that door?
It's not over.
It can't be over.
I must see him.
Kill him.
There...
You've reached desperation, you're delirious...
My revenge is almost complete. But it's still not over yet.
There is still one more surprise for you.
Where has your great love finished?
Now, it is transforming itself into hate.
A hate that devours, that kills.
Like a revolver, a dagger.
And its wounds are much worse...
They never heal. Never.
You accused me of being a whore...
But you're no less guilty than me, Pietro.
Without your cynicism...
Without your complete lack of scruples...
We wouldn't be here now.
In reality, you killed Ronald...
As if you yourself had pulled the trigger.
You must pay, you must pay before me.
Then his revenge really will be complete.