Animale (2024) Movie Script
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Thunder...
Thunder!
Move! Move! Move! Move!
Right on his leg.
Good.
Make sure it doesn't wobble!
Have you finished?
Did you hear about Fabio's accident?
Yeah, poor guy.
It sounds serious.
Anyone plan on helping me?
Poor baby! Everything's done!
Are you for real?
Look around.
Take a chill pill.
Poor girl is stressed over her race.
I am not.
Competition is boosting
our girl's confidence.
You sound scared.
Scared? Far from it.
We can't wait!
All you do is think about Joker...
and you catch him.
Joker...
You love that bull
more than you'd love a woman.
One day he'll tear you apart,
and you won't know what hit you.
Who's your favorite bull in the race?
Thunder.
-Thunder?
-Yeah.
That's to please Lonard!
Thunder's got empty eyes.
He's useless.
-You didn't look closely.
-I did too.
He's intense and noble.
-Happy in the ring.
-He's dumb.
She's right.
Thunder has something.
He's hot-blooded,
bright-eyed and frightening.
-He's got a thing.
-Thanks.
I'm off.
I'm up early tomorrow.
-You never stop, do you?
-Nope.
Leaving already?
-Where you going?
-Stay with us.
I know you'll miss me,
but I have other bulls to look after.
Not you too!
-Gimme a break!
-Get the soldering iron.
Lucia.
-Hey.
-You okay?
I've been better.
I know.
So, what did the doctor say?
I'm so pissed off.
Another six months.
-No.
-I swear.
-Shit.
-It sucks.
At least you're here
to step in for me.
Here.
A gift? That's a first!
Give it back if you don't want it!
What is it?
What do you think?
For real?
Well?
You like it?
-Cool, huh?
-Thanks. It's awesome.
You'll stand out.
The great Chokri.
I can see the crowd cheering.
The flying bulls,
Carmen, the trumpet.
Another string for runner Nejma Chokri!
Cut it out.
I'm scared I'll mess up.
Everyone is, the first time.
You've been training.
You'll do great, don't worry.
Your dad was pissed
that you weren't at the branding.
What can I say? My dad...
Did you go see your boyfriend?
My "boyfriend."...
And?
He wants to end it.
Why?
He's afraid.
Of what?
Scared of people talking.
So what if people talk?
Yeah, I know.
Cut the advice.
You've never had a love story.
-I don't like love stories.
-Yeah, I've noticed.
-You'll end up with a bull.
-Exactly.
What's wrong?
Everything's fine.
It's okay.
Nejma?
You okay, Mom?
You say you'll stop by,
but you never do.
Sorry, I'm really busy.
-Here.
-Thanks.
-There's loads.
-Honey cigars.
Stop making so many.
I end up giving them to the horses.
If they like them, great.
Thanks.
This is where Lonard put you up?
It's cozy.
You've got company too.
He told me you want to compete,
to be a bullfighter.
Yep.
What happens if a bull tears you apart
and you can't have children?
Your dad would've agreed with me.
I don't want to discuss it.
Fine...
I have things to do.
She's getting worked up.
I'll come by this weekend, okay?
I'll be at home, waiting.
All I ever do is wait.
Bye, then.
Here.
The bull coming in is Thunder.
812. Do you see him?
Always giving the evil eye.
Come on! Come on!
Come on!
-That's great!
-No, it isn't.
Look where you put your hand.
Never in the center.
Where's the tassel?
Where does your hand go?
The trajectory is perfect.
Do it again.
The same path, only faster.
Let's go again.
You did that on purpose.
Did what?
Sent her to the back.
She should be here.
-Bulls move.
-We're here to train.
I need to practice the move.
It's not training if I don't run.
-We're not playing marbles!
-Who said we were?
Stop defending her,
I'm giving her good advice.
Whatever you say.
You're right, keep it up.
Watch where you put
your hand, like I said.
You're doing it on purpose, Kylian.
-This is ridiculous.
-What, I just wait like this?
In that case, anyone can do it.
I'm trying to help you win.
-You stay in front.
-You don't know what you're doing.
You're not listening to me.
-I have work to do.
-Don't be like that.
He's so touchy.
I'll do it.
I'll be your limping bull.
Okay, then.
-Ready?
-Yeah.
No, you're not. Concentrate.
Swerve.
And now your hand!
-I do better with you.
-For sure.
Give it to me.
He's clueless.
Go easy.
I can't afford to lose
my one good leg.
-Ready?
-Yep.
He'll be gone today!
If Jeff hasn't forgotten his poncho.
He's only got two horns.
We'll get him, guys.
But he jumps really high.
-What are you looking at?
-You've been working out.
Did you train during the season?
Nejma's ambitious.
She's sharpening her hook, guys!
See that?
Got your eye on her?
She's the first girl.
Can't we hit on her?
The bulls are naked today.
Not a single string!
It'll be hard to focus.
Smells like girls' perfume in here.
Hey, look, guys.
Nejma's getting ready
for fashion week.
Didn't you want to borrow my lipstick?
Nice one!
Nejma's claws are so long,
she's ripped her socks!
Let's get out there.
For the very first time in our ring,
we are pleased to welcome
a woman runner.
This is a real first!
Let's give a big round of applause
to Nejma Chokri!
Medical support is provided
by Dr. Alexis de Marsillac
and the Alpilles ambulance services.
The French Federation of
Camargue Racing's representative
is Mr. Maxime Gallo.
The bull entering the ring
is named Thunder.
He belongs to the Lonard Ranch.
He is wearing a rosette and two tassels
worth 30 euros each in prize money.
Thunder is branded
with the number 728.
He is six years old.
To the left!
This way!
Nejma!
Stop thinking and come here!
Come on!
Force yourself.
It's him you've gotta go after.
Cut him off!
Go on. Now.
Watch out! Watch out!
Watch out! Watch out!
Back up, back up, back up, back up!
Easy now.
The first tassel
for runner Kylian Dacosta!
Coax him over!
Watch the gate!
Now get down!
Thunder appears to be injured.
He'll head back to the pen.
Let me do it.
Lonard, you okay?
Don't force him that way!
I'm not! Give me a break.
Is he badly hurt?
Release him slowly.
Can I help?
You've done enough already.
-Go party.
-I'm off. Call me, okay?
Hey, runner, you coming?
We're going out for drinks.
Come on, Nejma.
Let's go.
He'll be okay.
You're never late to party, eh?
We'll be on time tomorrow.
See you, Lonard.
What's this you've got?
Line them up!
Come on, down in one!
To your first race!
To Nejma's first race!
In the name of the Father,
the Son, and the Holy Spirit!
Amen.
You did great.
You did really great.
Are you kidding? I sucked.
You did great for a girl.
Kylian, up for going to the Vaccars?
We'll finish this and go.
-Now?
-You're not coming.
-I am too.
-No, you're not.
You're tired.
Get some sleep.
I want to see the bulls. I'm fine.
We're taking magic candy.
-I take magic stuff.
-Oh, yeah?
Look me in the eye and say it.
-You take magic stuff?
-Yeah.
Look me in the eye!
You're lying.
I'm not lying, I swear.
I can tell she's lying.
I'm not lying.
Let me come with you.
Careful!
-Pop this.
-Thanks.
Nejma, here's yours.
Hey, eyes on the road!
Let's go see the bulls!
Is this cool or what?
We're gonna see the bulls' graveyard.
I'm flying high!
Careful!
Bro, the road ain't a rodeo.
This is it, we're here.
At last!
Come on, missy.
We're gonna see the bulls.
Turn that off.
The moon's bright enough.
Let's go race a bull or two.
You want to go first?
-Hey, wait!
-Why?
-We've got a bull woman here.
-Looks like it.
As our queen tonight,
you get to go first.
Take some Dutch courage.
Get a move on!
That's it, Nejma.
The queen!
She's spent!
-Go on, Nejma.
-Get walking.
Go, Nejma, go!
Keep walking!
Go further!
Nejma! Don't be scared.
You dog!
You wanted to come.
Not so cocky now, are we?
A leash would stop her straying!
Chill, there are no bulls.
Go on, Nejma!
Nejma, you forgot your boots.
You'll get soaked.
Hey, princess!
You're awake at last.
You okay, Nejma?
My head hurts.
What happened last night?
I don't know.
We called you,
but you didn't answer.
We found you lying in the field.
You'd passed out.
You were in a bad state.
I think I was attacked by a bull.
-I don't remember.
-A bull did that, for sure.
But bulls usually only attack
when provoked.
You just brought me home?
We were drunk and high,
we could hardly go to the ER.
We were all off our faces, even you.
You went sky-high,
crashed back to Earth,
then no more Nejma,
you were gone.
I said not to bring her!
That was some trip you had.
Why did we take her?
Come on, she's a strong woman.
-A bull woman!
-You're strong, eh?
A night out won't kill you.
You've been through worse.
A smile.
That's more like it!
You should've been here at 9.
Get to work now.
It's noon.
Noon? Fuck!
I gotta go see Tony.
See you.
What happened to you?
Starting at noon, eh?
-I didn't wake up.
-Yeah, I saw.
I needed your help
with the breaking-in.
Remember?
Yeah, I do.
How did it go?
It wasn't easy on my own.
Damn, I'm sorry.
What'd you do after?
Nothing much.
Just carried on partying.
-I'll help you.
-I did it already.
Fuck!
What's wrong?
-Nothing.
-Show me.
It's oozing and all.
What'd you do?
-Nothing!
-Show me.
What the fuck's that?
It's gross!
How'd you do it?
It's nothing.
I think I fell at the Vaccars.
You went to the Vaccars after?
And you don't remember?
You have to go to hospital.
I don't want to.
Okay, I'll do it.
It needs cleaning and stitches.
-It's fine!
-Sit down, I'll stitch it up.
Stay still.
Last one.
The last time I did this
was for Akilou, remember?
When he crashed into the gate.
Here goes.
Stop that.
Don't be such a wimp.
I thought you were strong.
Akilou didn't move as much.
This is the last one.
Ready?
Come look at this.
It's really weird.
What the fuck is it?
It looks like bloody innards.
A bull's?
Looks like it.
-A bull that got in a fight?
-Yeah, but it's weird.
-Want me to take it?
-Go on.
It's gross.
Once the mist clears,
we'll go count them
and check the dams.
We'd best get a move on.
Nejma, you want one?
Here.
-Don't you want it?
-Cut it out!
Stop it!
He's panting!
Gimme a hug!
He's been out four times,
he's not up to it.
Forget about Pascaline.
Stop taking him out!
What's wrong with him?
-He's washed up.
-Get out of here!
-His career's over.
-No way!
-Forget him!
-Look at the beating he gave me.
Look at it.
Look at it, boys.
The bulls are down
'cause we exhaust them:
night races, comic bullfights...
The bulls come back broken.
The kids destroy them.
-And you know it.
-Sure I do.
Listen, the first thing
we're going to do
is borrow a yearling.
Hey, are you okay?
I feel like a wreck.
Did you see a doctor?
No.
Tony stitched me up.
You're saying we work too hard,
but how else can I put bread
on the table?
Come on, tell me.
You're on your own!
You never listen.
He's just like his mother.
The next race'll be tough.
What's wrong?
Are you scared of bulls now?
Scared of the likes of Pascaline?
Just leave Kylian be, okay?
He can do it if he tries.
Nejma?
What's the matter?
Nejma!
-Who's there?
-Kylian.
Have you seen Arthur?
No. Why?
I've looked all over for him.
He said he was going to see you.
Did he call?
No.
-You okay?
-Yeah.
I'm getting dressed.
Get a move on,
there's work to do!
I won't be long.
I'm coming.
Fuck...
Nejma! Nejma!
Come here.
Why are you up so late?
I had insomnia, sorry.
You had insomnia, did you?
That's twice already.
There won't be a third time!
Okay?
This isn't a charity.
Get going.
Go on, run!
Catch up with them.
Run! Get a move on!
Slacker.
Holy shit.
What the hell is this?
Do you think a bull did that?
Looks more like ten bulls to me.
It's cut clean in two.
Look, they trampled this too.
We better fix it.
Nejma, get to it!
Hold the post.
Wakes at noon, strong as an ox!
You're on it!
She packs a punch.
Big time.
She's a strong one.
"I will water thee with bull's blood.
"When the wind blows from the sea
"or blows from the north,
I will water thee with bull's blood."
You youngsters stay in bed.
You're absent.
In your dad's day,
we enjoyed working.
He always showed up.
We liked hanging out
and working together.
I'm sorry.
I'll pull myself together.
I don't just mean you.
Look at Arthur.
Where's he gotten?
When I'm no longer around,
everyone will walk all over Tony.
I'll be here.
-You'll be here?
-Yes.
You want to get married?
Me and Tony?
No way would he ever want me.
Why do you say that?
Because he likes guys?
Who told you that?
Don't take me for an idiot.
I have eyes and ears, and he's my son.
He's my son.
I met your mom at the market
the other day.
She's mad at me.
Mad at me...
She wants you to go home.
She has a new life,
and I'm just starting mine,
with the bulls.
Bulls, bulls...
I can't help it.
I'm scared.
Scared for you.
Not for the others?
Scared I won't make it, is that it?
Sure you can make it,
but I'm scared for you because...
You're like a daughter to me.
That's right.
You know that bulls, kiddo...
they give you everything.
But they take absolutely everything.
The day you're facing a bull
and you see him shine in the ring,
that's when you find real happiness.
Quit the hmm's,
you sound like a young bull!
A calf...
It's good to see you smile.
Come here, kiddo.
Come here.
Easy.
Slow down a bit.
You'll kill yourself like that.
There's no point.
You'll be dead before you start.
We're going to La Chu tonight.
Let our hair down a bit.
I'll stay and train some more.
-You don't wanna dance?
-No.
-Come and strut your stuff.
-No.
She doesn't want to.
Too bad for her.
-Heard from Arthur?
-Not a word.
-You done?
-Almost.
-I'll catch up to you.
-No, I can wait.
What?
Nothing.
Come here a sec.
-What's up?
-They found Arthur.
In the swamp behind our place.
Torn up by a bull.
What?
Lonard's stopping the race.
I'm going home.
I don't feel right staying.
Catch you later.
It's not possible!
How could that happen to him?
Bulls never attack at home.
It's unheard of.
Arthur knew those bulls by heart.
Even better than me.
He messed around with them every night
and nothing ever happened.
And he's found torn to pieces.
You're quiet.
Brake!
Careful.
The bulls have gone rogue.
Let's go.
Come on.
Cut it out, you're a real downer.
He wouldn't want this.
He'd want us to drink to him.
You're a bull woman!
A bull woman, right?
What's up with you dogs?
What's wrong?
What are you up to?
Hey, you mutts!
What's wrong with those dogs?
Jordan!
Jordan!
Jordan! Fuck!
Get outta here!
Nejma?
-Nejma, are you there?
-Yes. Come in.
Jordan died last night.
We're in an emergency.
We're not helped by the press
who are spreading panic.
The Federation told me
they want to cancel all races and shows.
We've looked at the situation...
It's disastrous.
With no tourists and empty restaurants,
our season's done for.
Shame on you!
Two kids are dead
and you talk of restaurant bookings!
You're out of line!
My two friends died, we need to act.
We're all in shock.
I've had their folks on the phone.
-What do we do, cry?
-Sure we do.
No, we cry tomorrow.
Today, we act.
We find the rogue bull
before tragedy strikes again.
We get organized, okay?
Now, Lonard...
I won't point the finger,
but the kids died at your place.
So we'll look there first.
Don't deny it, it's your bull.
They died on your land.
Why get mad?
Stop raising your voice!
Repair your dams!
You never had a bull escape?
This is why we're here.
We find the bull today,
not tomorrow.
-And if we don't?
-Come on, it's not a wolf.
It's a bull, and we'll find it.
Sure we will.
It takes organizing.
I'll take the main swamp.
Then we'll need hunters
to search the islet.
And you take the pine woods.
Okay for the pine woods.
I want that bull dead by tonight.
By tonight!
Then quit talking and get looking!
Lonard. Lonard.
-Yeah?
-I'm not coming.
You're not?
Why not?
I don't know, I'd rather stay here.
Then go with Tony to the bullpen.
-It's Thunder.
-No way.
It's not Thunder.
It's not him.
-That's an old wound.
-Sure it's him.
No way.
The wound has reopened.
Get him tied up!
It's not him, Lonard.
It's an old wound that reopened.
It's that son of a bitch.
Look at his wound.
-Tie him.
-Easy.
Nejma, leave him.
What are you doing?
No, don't kill him, it's not him!
-I know it's not him.
-Of course it's him.
He can't die for nothing.
Let go of me.
Lonard...
Please, Tony!
It's him.
-Now calm down!
-He can't die for nothing!
It's not him!
Please don't kill him!
Stop it!
Let go of me!
Let go of it!
Keep her still, Dad.
No, please, Kylian!
-He deserved it.
-It's over.
It's over and done with.
-Why did you do that?
-What's wrong with you?
What do you think you're doing?
Stop that.
Fucking A!
-What you doing?
-Let go of it.
Are you crazy?
-You wanna shoot me?
-I'm gonna kill you!
-Go on!
-I'm gonna kill you!
Stop! Stop!
What the fuck?
-Stop it!
-It's over!
-She's crazy!
-Enough now!
Down you go.
-She's impossible!
-She's lost it!
What are you up to?
I looked everywhere for you.
I'm watching over Thunder.
You don't have to stay.
What got into you earlier?
What's gotten into you?
Tell me, Nejma.
I can feel the bulls.
Back in the bullpen,
it felt like they were killing me.
I think I'm going crazy.
We're all upset over what happened.
Starting with me.
Do you think it's possible
to become like them?
What do you mean?
To turn into a bull, at night.
Sure it's possible.
Never heard of the Camargue "Werebull"?
Cut it out.
It's true, he transforms at night.
To kill lone horsemen.
Of course he exists.
But no one told you.
No, but seriously, Nejma.
Think for a moment.
I'm scared.
There's no need to fear now.
Thanks.
Catch you later.
You all right?
Time to get up.
What a mess!
What did you get up to this time?
Eat.
Thanks.
I'm glad you came home,
with all that's going on.
I need my strength for the race.
I'll come to watch your race.
Your dad loved them.
Remember the three of us
going on Sundays?
Good memories, huh?
Good days.
Come here.
I miss him.
I know you do.
We both miss him.
Come here.
There, there.
And a big welcome for Flavio Morel
who's back with us after his accident.
We thank him warmly
and wish him all the best.
It's going to be a long day.
At 6 p.m., the Lonard Ranch
will put on a branding display
in memory of our dearly departed,
Arthur Jousset and Jordan Catalino,
so make sure you're there.
Now may the races begin!
Back up! Back up! Back up!
He's going! He's going! He's going!
The 120-euro rosette
is claimed by Nejma Chokri.
You weren't great today.
We all have our off days.
We've gathered you together,
Lonard and I,
to pay tribute to Arthur and Jordan.
They came as seasonal workers,
so at first they were just coworkers,
but they became real friends
we could count on.
There aren't many
like them these days.
They loved the animals.
They loved the bulls.
I want to honor them
by branding these calves.
Thank you all for coming.
Let's have a minute of silence.
Force him wide!
Hold him down.
Stay still.
Stay still...
Stay still. Stay still.
Hey, bull brother!
Riding rodeo without us?
What happened?
What's wrong? Calm down.
What's that, Nejma?
Calm down.
Calm down...
What happened?
It was Kylian.
What about Kylian?
What about him?
He raped me.
You have to believe me.
You have to help me.
I will.
Calm down. It's all right.
Seen Nejma?
You stay away from her.
You got that?
Finish your drink, get your gear
and get outta here!
Is that clear?
Tony, watch out!
Don't shoot!
Don't shoot!
Tony, where are you going?
Tony, stay here!
You're a bull woman...
A night out won't kill you.
It's me, Nejma.
I'm here.
Stop there, all of you!
Nobody shoot!
Stop where you are!
TO MY FATHER, TAYEB
Thunder...
Thunder!
Move! Move! Move! Move!
Right on his leg.
Good.
Make sure it doesn't wobble!
Have you finished?
Did you hear about Fabio's accident?
Yeah, poor guy.
It sounds serious.
Anyone plan on helping me?
Poor baby! Everything's done!
Are you for real?
Look around.
Take a chill pill.
Poor girl is stressed over her race.
I am not.
Competition is boosting
our girl's confidence.
You sound scared.
Scared? Far from it.
We can't wait!
All you do is think about Joker...
and you catch him.
Joker...
You love that bull
more than you'd love a woman.
One day he'll tear you apart,
and you won't know what hit you.
Who's your favorite bull in the race?
Thunder.
-Thunder?
-Yeah.
That's to please Lonard!
Thunder's got empty eyes.
He's useless.
-You didn't look closely.
-I did too.
He's intense and noble.
-Happy in the ring.
-He's dumb.
She's right.
Thunder has something.
He's hot-blooded,
bright-eyed and frightening.
-He's got a thing.
-Thanks.
I'm off.
I'm up early tomorrow.
-You never stop, do you?
-Nope.
Leaving already?
-Where you going?
-Stay with us.
I know you'll miss me,
but I have other bulls to look after.
Not you too!
-Gimme a break!
-Get the soldering iron.
Lucia.
-Hey.
-You okay?
I've been better.
I know.
So, what did the doctor say?
I'm so pissed off.
Another six months.
-No.
-I swear.
-Shit.
-It sucks.
At least you're here
to step in for me.
Here.
A gift? That's a first!
Give it back if you don't want it!
What is it?
What do you think?
For real?
Well?
You like it?
-Cool, huh?
-Thanks. It's awesome.
You'll stand out.
The great Chokri.
I can see the crowd cheering.
The flying bulls,
Carmen, the trumpet.
Another string for runner Nejma Chokri!
Cut it out.
I'm scared I'll mess up.
Everyone is, the first time.
You've been training.
You'll do great, don't worry.
Your dad was pissed
that you weren't at the branding.
What can I say? My dad...
Did you go see your boyfriend?
My "boyfriend."...
And?
He wants to end it.
Why?
He's afraid.
Of what?
Scared of people talking.
So what if people talk?
Yeah, I know.
Cut the advice.
You've never had a love story.
-I don't like love stories.
-Yeah, I've noticed.
-You'll end up with a bull.
-Exactly.
What's wrong?
Everything's fine.
It's okay.
Nejma?
You okay, Mom?
You say you'll stop by,
but you never do.
Sorry, I'm really busy.
-Here.
-Thanks.
-There's loads.
-Honey cigars.
Stop making so many.
I end up giving them to the horses.
If they like them, great.
Thanks.
This is where Lonard put you up?
It's cozy.
You've got company too.
He told me you want to compete,
to be a bullfighter.
Yep.
What happens if a bull tears you apart
and you can't have children?
Your dad would've agreed with me.
I don't want to discuss it.
Fine...
I have things to do.
She's getting worked up.
I'll come by this weekend, okay?
I'll be at home, waiting.
All I ever do is wait.
Bye, then.
Here.
The bull coming in is Thunder.
812. Do you see him?
Always giving the evil eye.
Come on! Come on!
Come on!
-That's great!
-No, it isn't.
Look where you put your hand.
Never in the center.
Where's the tassel?
Where does your hand go?
The trajectory is perfect.
Do it again.
The same path, only faster.
Let's go again.
You did that on purpose.
Did what?
Sent her to the back.
She should be here.
-Bulls move.
-We're here to train.
I need to practice the move.
It's not training if I don't run.
-We're not playing marbles!
-Who said we were?
Stop defending her,
I'm giving her good advice.
Whatever you say.
You're right, keep it up.
Watch where you put
your hand, like I said.
You're doing it on purpose, Kylian.
-This is ridiculous.
-What, I just wait like this?
In that case, anyone can do it.
I'm trying to help you win.
-You stay in front.
-You don't know what you're doing.
You're not listening to me.
-I have work to do.
-Don't be like that.
He's so touchy.
I'll do it.
I'll be your limping bull.
Okay, then.
-Ready?
-Yeah.
No, you're not. Concentrate.
Swerve.
And now your hand!
-I do better with you.
-For sure.
Give it to me.
He's clueless.
Go easy.
I can't afford to lose
my one good leg.
-Ready?
-Yep.
He'll be gone today!
If Jeff hasn't forgotten his poncho.
He's only got two horns.
We'll get him, guys.
But he jumps really high.
-What are you looking at?
-You've been working out.
Did you train during the season?
Nejma's ambitious.
She's sharpening her hook, guys!
See that?
Got your eye on her?
She's the first girl.
Can't we hit on her?
The bulls are naked today.
Not a single string!
It'll be hard to focus.
Smells like girls' perfume in here.
Hey, look, guys.
Nejma's getting ready
for fashion week.
Didn't you want to borrow my lipstick?
Nice one!
Nejma's claws are so long,
she's ripped her socks!
Let's get out there.
For the very first time in our ring,
we are pleased to welcome
a woman runner.
This is a real first!
Let's give a big round of applause
to Nejma Chokri!
Medical support is provided
by Dr. Alexis de Marsillac
and the Alpilles ambulance services.
The French Federation of
Camargue Racing's representative
is Mr. Maxime Gallo.
The bull entering the ring
is named Thunder.
He belongs to the Lonard Ranch.
He is wearing a rosette and two tassels
worth 30 euros each in prize money.
Thunder is branded
with the number 728.
He is six years old.
To the left!
This way!
Nejma!
Stop thinking and come here!
Come on!
Force yourself.
It's him you've gotta go after.
Cut him off!
Go on. Now.
Watch out! Watch out!
Watch out! Watch out!
Back up, back up, back up, back up!
Easy now.
The first tassel
for runner Kylian Dacosta!
Coax him over!
Watch the gate!
Now get down!
Thunder appears to be injured.
He'll head back to the pen.
Let me do it.
Lonard, you okay?
Don't force him that way!
I'm not! Give me a break.
Is he badly hurt?
Release him slowly.
Can I help?
You've done enough already.
-Go party.
-I'm off. Call me, okay?
Hey, runner, you coming?
We're going out for drinks.
Come on, Nejma.
Let's go.
He'll be okay.
You're never late to party, eh?
We'll be on time tomorrow.
See you, Lonard.
What's this you've got?
Line them up!
Come on, down in one!
To your first race!
To Nejma's first race!
In the name of the Father,
the Son, and the Holy Spirit!
Amen.
You did great.
You did really great.
Are you kidding? I sucked.
You did great for a girl.
Kylian, up for going to the Vaccars?
We'll finish this and go.
-Now?
-You're not coming.
-I am too.
-No, you're not.
You're tired.
Get some sleep.
I want to see the bulls. I'm fine.
We're taking magic candy.
-I take magic stuff.
-Oh, yeah?
Look me in the eye and say it.
-You take magic stuff?
-Yeah.
Look me in the eye!
You're lying.
I'm not lying, I swear.
I can tell she's lying.
I'm not lying.
Let me come with you.
Careful!
-Pop this.
-Thanks.
Nejma, here's yours.
Hey, eyes on the road!
Let's go see the bulls!
Is this cool or what?
We're gonna see the bulls' graveyard.
I'm flying high!
Careful!
Bro, the road ain't a rodeo.
This is it, we're here.
At last!
Come on, missy.
We're gonna see the bulls.
Turn that off.
The moon's bright enough.
Let's go race a bull or two.
You want to go first?
-Hey, wait!
-Why?
-We've got a bull woman here.
-Looks like it.
As our queen tonight,
you get to go first.
Take some Dutch courage.
Get a move on!
That's it, Nejma.
The queen!
She's spent!
-Go on, Nejma.
-Get walking.
Go, Nejma, go!
Keep walking!
Go further!
Nejma! Don't be scared.
You dog!
You wanted to come.
Not so cocky now, are we?
A leash would stop her straying!
Chill, there are no bulls.
Go on, Nejma!
Nejma, you forgot your boots.
You'll get soaked.
Hey, princess!
You're awake at last.
You okay, Nejma?
My head hurts.
What happened last night?
I don't know.
We called you,
but you didn't answer.
We found you lying in the field.
You'd passed out.
You were in a bad state.
I think I was attacked by a bull.
-I don't remember.
-A bull did that, for sure.
But bulls usually only attack
when provoked.
You just brought me home?
We were drunk and high,
we could hardly go to the ER.
We were all off our faces, even you.
You went sky-high,
crashed back to Earth,
then no more Nejma,
you were gone.
I said not to bring her!
That was some trip you had.
Why did we take her?
Come on, she's a strong woman.
-A bull woman!
-You're strong, eh?
A night out won't kill you.
You've been through worse.
A smile.
That's more like it!
You should've been here at 9.
Get to work now.
It's noon.
Noon? Fuck!
I gotta go see Tony.
See you.
What happened to you?
Starting at noon, eh?
-I didn't wake up.
-Yeah, I saw.
I needed your help
with the breaking-in.
Remember?
Yeah, I do.
How did it go?
It wasn't easy on my own.
Damn, I'm sorry.
What'd you do after?
Nothing much.
Just carried on partying.
-I'll help you.
-I did it already.
Fuck!
What's wrong?
-Nothing.
-Show me.
It's oozing and all.
What'd you do?
-Nothing!
-Show me.
What the fuck's that?
It's gross!
How'd you do it?
It's nothing.
I think I fell at the Vaccars.
You went to the Vaccars after?
And you don't remember?
You have to go to hospital.
I don't want to.
Okay, I'll do it.
It needs cleaning and stitches.
-It's fine!
-Sit down, I'll stitch it up.
Stay still.
Last one.
The last time I did this
was for Akilou, remember?
When he crashed into the gate.
Here goes.
Stop that.
Don't be such a wimp.
I thought you were strong.
Akilou didn't move as much.
This is the last one.
Ready?
Come look at this.
It's really weird.
What the fuck is it?
It looks like bloody innards.
A bull's?
Looks like it.
-A bull that got in a fight?
-Yeah, but it's weird.
-Want me to take it?
-Go on.
It's gross.
Once the mist clears,
we'll go count them
and check the dams.
We'd best get a move on.
Nejma, you want one?
Here.
-Don't you want it?
-Cut it out!
Stop it!
He's panting!
Gimme a hug!
He's been out four times,
he's not up to it.
Forget about Pascaline.
Stop taking him out!
What's wrong with him?
-He's washed up.
-Get out of here!
-His career's over.
-No way!
-Forget him!
-Look at the beating he gave me.
Look at it.
Look at it, boys.
The bulls are down
'cause we exhaust them:
night races, comic bullfights...
The bulls come back broken.
The kids destroy them.
-And you know it.
-Sure I do.
Listen, the first thing
we're going to do
is borrow a yearling.
Hey, are you okay?
I feel like a wreck.
Did you see a doctor?
No.
Tony stitched me up.
You're saying we work too hard,
but how else can I put bread
on the table?
Come on, tell me.
You're on your own!
You never listen.
He's just like his mother.
The next race'll be tough.
What's wrong?
Are you scared of bulls now?
Scared of the likes of Pascaline?
Just leave Kylian be, okay?
He can do it if he tries.
Nejma?
What's the matter?
Nejma!
-Who's there?
-Kylian.
Have you seen Arthur?
No. Why?
I've looked all over for him.
He said he was going to see you.
Did he call?
No.
-You okay?
-Yeah.
I'm getting dressed.
Get a move on,
there's work to do!
I won't be long.
I'm coming.
Fuck...
Nejma! Nejma!
Come here.
Why are you up so late?
I had insomnia, sorry.
You had insomnia, did you?
That's twice already.
There won't be a third time!
Okay?
This isn't a charity.
Get going.
Go on, run!
Catch up with them.
Run! Get a move on!
Slacker.
Holy shit.
What the hell is this?
Do you think a bull did that?
Looks more like ten bulls to me.
It's cut clean in two.
Look, they trampled this too.
We better fix it.
Nejma, get to it!
Hold the post.
Wakes at noon, strong as an ox!
You're on it!
She packs a punch.
Big time.
She's a strong one.
"I will water thee with bull's blood.
"When the wind blows from the sea
"or blows from the north,
I will water thee with bull's blood."
You youngsters stay in bed.
You're absent.
In your dad's day,
we enjoyed working.
He always showed up.
We liked hanging out
and working together.
I'm sorry.
I'll pull myself together.
I don't just mean you.
Look at Arthur.
Where's he gotten?
When I'm no longer around,
everyone will walk all over Tony.
I'll be here.
-You'll be here?
-Yes.
You want to get married?
Me and Tony?
No way would he ever want me.
Why do you say that?
Because he likes guys?
Who told you that?
Don't take me for an idiot.
I have eyes and ears, and he's my son.
He's my son.
I met your mom at the market
the other day.
She's mad at me.
Mad at me...
She wants you to go home.
She has a new life,
and I'm just starting mine,
with the bulls.
Bulls, bulls...
I can't help it.
I'm scared.
Scared for you.
Not for the others?
Scared I won't make it, is that it?
Sure you can make it,
but I'm scared for you because...
You're like a daughter to me.
That's right.
You know that bulls, kiddo...
they give you everything.
But they take absolutely everything.
The day you're facing a bull
and you see him shine in the ring,
that's when you find real happiness.
Quit the hmm's,
you sound like a young bull!
A calf...
It's good to see you smile.
Come here, kiddo.
Come here.
Easy.
Slow down a bit.
You'll kill yourself like that.
There's no point.
You'll be dead before you start.
We're going to La Chu tonight.
Let our hair down a bit.
I'll stay and train some more.
-You don't wanna dance?
-No.
-Come and strut your stuff.
-No.
She doesn't want to.
Too bad for her.
-Heard from Arthur?
-Not a word.
-You done?
-Almost.
-I'll catch up to you.
-No, I can wait.
What?
Nothing.
Come here a sec.
-What's up?
-They found Arthur.
In the swamp behind our place.
Torn up by a bull.
What?
Lonard's stopping the race.
I'm going home.
I don't feel right staying.
Catch you later.
It's not possible!
How could that happen to him?
Bulls never attack at home.
It's unheard of.
Arthur knew those bulls by heart.
Even better than me.
He messed around with them every night
and nothing ever happened.
And he's found torn to pieces.
You're quiet.
Brake!
Careful.
The bulls have gone rogue.
Let's go.
Come on.
Cut it out, you're a real downer.
He wouldn't want this.
He'd want us to drink to him.
You're a bull woman!
A bull woman, right?
What's up with you dogs?
What's wrong?
What are you up to?
Hey, you mutts!
What's wrong with those dogs?
Jordan!
Jordan!
Jordan! Fuck!
Get outta here!
Nejma?
-Nejma, are you there?
-Yes. Come in.
Jordan died last night.
We're in an emergency.
We're not helped by the press
who are spreading panic.
The Federation told me
they want to cancel all races and shows.
We've looked at the situation...
It's disastrous.
With no tourists and empty restaurants,
our season's done for.
Shame on you!
Two kids are dead
and you talk of restaurant bookings!
You're out of line!
My two friends died, we need to act.
We're all in shock.
I've had their folks on the phone.
-What do we do, cry?
-Sure we do.
No, we cry tomorrow.
Today, we act.
We find the rogue bull
before tragedy strikes again.
We get organized, okay?
Now, Lonard...
I won't point the finger,
but the kids died at your place.
So we'll look there first.
Don't deny it, it's your bull.
They died on your land.
Why get mad?
Stop raising your voice!
Repair your dams!
You never had a bull escape?
This is why we're here.
We find the bull today,
not tomorrow.
-And if we don't?
-Come on, it's not a wolf.
It's a bull, and we'll find it.
Sure we will.
It takes organizing.
I'll take the main swamp.
Then we'll need hunters
to search the islet.
And you take the pine woods.
Okay for the pine woods.
I want that bull dead by tonight.
By tonight!
Then quit talking and get looking!
Lonard. Lonard.
-Yeah?
-I'm not coming.
You're not?
Why not?
I don't know, I'd rather stay here.
Then go with Tony to the bullpen.
-It's Thunder.
-No way.
It's not Thunder.
It's not him.
-That's an old wound.
-Sure it's him.
No way.
The wound has reopened.
Get him tied up!
It's not him, Lonard.
It's an old wound that reopened.
It's that son of a bitch.
Look at his wound.
-Tie him.
-Easy.
Nejma, leave him.
What are you doing?
No, don't kill him, it's not him!
-I know it's not him.
-Of course it's him.
He can't die for nothing.
Let go of me.
Lonard...
Please, Tony!
It's him.
-Now calm down!
-He can't die for nothing!
It's not him!
Please don't kill him!
Stop it!
Let go of me!
Let go of it!
Keep her still, Dad.
No, please, Kylian!
-He deserved it.
-It's over.
It's over and done with.
-Why did you do that?
-What's wrong with you?
What do you think you're doing?
Stop that.
Fucking A!
-What you doing?
-Let go of it.
Are you crazy?
-You wanna shoot me?
-I'm gonna kill you!
-Go on!
-I'm gonna kill you!
Stop! Stop!
What the fuck?
-Stop it!
-It's over!
-She's crazy!
-Enough now!
Down you go.
-She's impossible!
-She's lost it!
What are you up to?
I looked everywhere for you.
I'm watching over Thunder.
You don't have to stay.
What got into you earlier?
What's gotten into you?
Tell me, Nejma.
I can feel the bulls.
Back in the bullpen,
it felt like they were killing me.
I think I'm going crazy.
We're all upset over what happened.
Starting with me.
Do you think it's possible
to become like them?
What do you mean?
To turn into a bull, at night.
Sure it's possible.
Never heard of the Camargue "Werebull"?
Cut it out.
It's true, he transforms at night.
To kill lone horsemen.
Of course he exists.
But no one told you.
No, but seriously, Nejma.
Think for a moment.
I'm scared.
There's no need to fear now.
Thanks.
Catch you later.
You all right?
Time to get up.
What a mess!
What did you get up to this time?
Eat.
Thanks.
I'm glad you came home,
with all that's going on.
I need my strength for the race.
I'll come to watch your race.
Your dad loved them.
Remember the three of us
going on Sundays?
Good memories, huh?
Good days.
Come here.
I miss him.
I know you do.
We both miss him.
Come here.
There, there.
And a big welcome for Flavio Morel
who's back with us after his accident.
We thank him warmly
and wish him all the best.
It's going to be a long day.
At 6 p.m., the Lonard Ranch
will put on a branding display
in memory of our dearly departed,
Arthur Jousset and Jordan Catalino,
so make sure you're there.
Now may the races begin!
Back up! Back up! Back up!
He's going! He's going! He's going!
The 120-euro rosette
is claimed by Nejma Chokri.
You weren't great today.
We all have our off days.
We've gathered you together,
Lonard and I,
to pay tribute to Arthur and Jordan.
They came as seasonal workers,
so at first they were just coworkers,
but they became real friends
we could count on.
There aren't many
like them these days.
They loved the animals.
They loved the bulls.
I want to honor them
by branding these calves.
Thank you all for coming.
Let's have a minute of silence.
Force him wide!
Hold him down.
Stay still.
Stay still...
Stay still. Stay still.
Hey, bull brother!
Riding rodeo without us?
What happened?
What's wrong? Calm down.
What's that, Nejma?
Calm down.
Calm down...
What happened?
It was Kylian.
What about Kylian?
What about him?
He raped me.
You have to believe me.
You have to help me.
I will.
Calm down. It's all right.
Seen Nejma?
You stay away from her.
You got that?
Finish your drink, get your gear
and get outta here!
Is that clear?
Tony, watch out!
Don't shoot!
Don't shoot!
Tony, where are you going?
Tony, stay here!
You're a bull woman...
A night out won't kill you.
It's me, Nejma.
I'm here.
Stop there, all of you!
Nobody shoot!
Stop where you are!
TO MY FATHER, TAYEB