In a New York Minute (2019) Movie Script
1
About a year ago,
not long after we broke up...
I remember New York suffered
a massive snowstorm.
All the grocery stores
had run out of supplies.
And every channel on TV was
reporting the same news,
about the weather.
I was lying in bed that morning...
when all of a sudden I
thought about the plants
being kept by the window.
When I went to check on them,
I saw that they had all withered away.
I touched one of the
leaves and watched as it
cracked into pieces and fell...
just like the snow outside.
It was ugly-beautiful.
Then I noticed right by the stem,
there was a...
dead worm.
It was half curled up.
Frozen to death.
I imagined the worm cracking in two,
just like the leaf.
The longer I looked at it...
the worse I felt.
Since then, I've lost the urge
to eat anything.
It seems that
your illness may stem
from the past trauma of your breakup.
With the proper treatment,
I believe we will be
able to make progress,
as long as you follow procedure.
Also, having a strong
support system will help.
But I'm a food editor.
It's my job to eat.
You're finally
here and you look amazing!
Thanks. You, too.
Let me introduce you to my fianc.
Nice to meet you.
She's told me so much about you.
Has she now?
- Mm-hmm.
Congratulations on the new book.
Thank you. -Oh, where's your roommate?
What was her name again?
She was such a hardcore foodie,
even a harsher critic than you.
She moved to Boston last year
so we haven't really kept in t...
Oh, that's Churi!
Doesn't that dress look terrible on her?
Make sure you try the sliders.
They're to die for.
Baby, I told you to hold my hand
so she sees the ring!
Hey, girl!
Amy!
Are you okay? You look drunk.
I'm fine, Peter.
I just have a slight headache.
And can you keep your voice down?
Drunk people always claim
they're not really drunk.
You know the best way to tell?
Tap your front teeth,
like this, see?
And if you don't feel anything,
then you're definitely drunk, look.
... All the different things
that I could possibly have done.
Yeah.
I would never do that.
I would never do that to you.
And you went and you
fucking did this to me!
I need you to do me a huge favor.
Let me guess, you want me to write
another article that coincides
with the new episode.
And you want it by tonight
so that your writers
have something to work off of.
Not an article this time.
Are you gonna pay me overtime?
I can buy you dinner.
All right, look, here's the thing.
We may be short a guest
for this week's episode.
And of course, I thought of you.
I mean, what better than a celebrity guest
paired with our celebrity host?
Right? You're famous among
the younger demographic,
aren't you?
I don't know. Am I?
Yes, with your book and...
everything. Come on, it'll be great.
You really want me to act?
Yeah, why not?
You get way more exposure
in front of the camera than behind.
Well, which restaurant is this?
And more importantly,
what story am I telling?
It's all right in there.
A great love that began...
With a bowl...
-With a bowl of pho?
Yes.
I'm known for writing
about Michelin-starred restaurants,
not hole-in-the-wall pho places.
Now, we cater to audiences
from all walks of life.
Plus, because we work
together, I was hoping you'd be
more understanding of our situation?
Bob.
- Please.
Well, who's this Angel Li?
I thought you said there
was a celebrity host.
She is huge... in China.
And who's playing my boyfriend?
Why? Do you have a new one?
No.
You don't knock?
What's that look?
You've gotta be kidding me.
Excellent.
I can't believe this. Some timing you have.
I'm sorry, I didn't mean to.
Honestly, I just came to bring you food.
What?
-Try some.
I made it myself.
Oh, sorry, I just... I figured...
Yeah, yeah.
How come she doesn't need
a fake boyfriend, but I do?
Oh, I'm sorry. You were being serious?
Cut! All right. Moving on.
All right.
Looks like you're up next.
You want to go get some makeup?
I am in makeup.
Mm...
I can remember the first time we came here.
It was Christmas Eve and snowing heavily.
He picked me up after work
and we came upon this tiny
little pho restaurant.
We didn't have much money,
so we couldn't afford
a fancy Christmas dinner.
Maybe it was because of the holidays,
but we were the only
customers here that night.
It may not seem like much,
but for me, that night was a blessing.
I can't think of anything better
than sharing a warm bowl of delicious pho
on a cold winter's night
with the one I love.
And cut! All right,
that was great. Moving on.
How's my makeup?
Looks great.
Something wrong?
Okay, we're gonna get a close up
of the two of you eating, all right?
You know, in fact, uh, why
don't you feed each other?
Yeah? Okay.
And here we go.
Okay, all right, closer.
No, closer...
- And cut.
All right. I'm good. Moving on.
Oh, my God. Are... Are you okay?
I'm fine, really.
I... I just haven't slept enough.
Did you vomit today?
What, no?
Do you need to go to the hospital?
I... I just need some rest.
- I'll take her back.
- Thanks, man.
You guys, it's fine.
Oh, all right.
I was just a little light-headed.
It's okay. I got it.
Hey.
What are you doing here?
Brought ya breakfast.
I figured out why you
can't keep anything down.
It's all in your head.
You think you're going to
puke after you eat and you do.
How was the porridge?
Liquids are a good place to start
and then gradually build up.
Your whole fridge is water.
If you're fine with water
then soup should be fine as well.
So, today I brought you
bean and barley soup.
Please don't look at me like that.
Oh. I completely understand.
Uh, I enjoy eating in
private once in a while, too.
Mind if I smoke a
cigarette out your window?
Be my guest.
Jeez.
Your neighbor smokes too much.
How's the soup?
Mm.
Hey, good job!
I'll take that.
I can do that for myself.
I said I could do that for myself.
Oh, no... - No, really.
No, really.
Don't worry about it. You
don't have to worry about it.
I said I got it...
Uh... uh...
Oh, my God.
I think we're all good here. Um...
I'll see you back at the office soon?
Hi, Mom.
Yes. And no.
Please stop setting me up with random guys.
Henry took me out to
dinner with his parents...
on the first date.
That's not funny.
I'm fine on my own.
Goodbye, Mom.
And please stop giving my number out.
Hi, Dad.
Is Mom okay?
Be there right away.
What about Dad?
Mom, that worked the first time,
but you'll eventually
have to try something new.
Every window from China to New York
has heard your threats.
Hey.
Is everything okay?
I was worried when you
didn't show up today.
And I heard you asked for a leave?
I'm fine.
My mother is in the hospital
but it's nothing serious.
Oh, which hospital?
You know what?
Don't waste your time with hospital food.
I can bring some porridge over.
Moms love me. -No, don't worry about it.
That was my boyfriend.
When he heard you were ill,
he was very concerned
and wanted to come visit.
Would you like that?
Honestly, I think we've had enough articles
introducing fancy
restaurants around the city.
Let's feature more hidden
gems, like the pho house.
Exquisite taste at an affordable price.
You used to demand we only profile
fancy restaurants.
What happened during the
taping of the episode?
Trust me on this.
We need to expand our point of view.
Okay.
Hi.
This is chicken soup.
Very good for digestion.
You made this yourself?
Of course.
Feel sick?
You don't have to keep doing this.
Well... the main reason is because...
It's okay.
If you want to, then keep going.
How about we give us a chance?
What?
-I thought a lot
about your text,
and if you're still serious, then...
I do! I mean... I mean, I am...
I am still serious.
I can start making lunch for you, too.
I am a food editor after all.
I'd love that.
Can you turn off the light?
We can start
whenever you're ready, Miss Chen.
Sure.
-Okay.
Let's start off with your childhood.
What was that like?
I was born in San Francisco.
Uh, both my parents immigrated there
from Fujian, China.
Growing up, my mom
taught at a middle school
while my dad managed a restaurant.
Sorry about that.
No problem. Let's keep going.
So, your father started
here in the food industry.
Mm-hmm. -Did that spark an interest
in you early on?
-Definitely.
I loved being in the kitchen
despite how loud and hectic it was.
He always had me taste test
new dishes for him, too.
So, I was a food critic since I was a kid.
Hey, what's going on?
Uh, I apologize again.
I thought I said no interruptions.
Peter Chow won't stop
calling the office line.
He says it's urgent.
In fact, I think he's here now.
Should we reschedule?
No, please, just give me five minutes.
I thought I told you they were doing
a piece on me today.
I know. I'm sorry.
I thought you'd be done by now.
We barely even started.
I have something really
important I need to ask you.
Make it fast.
Will you marry me?
On second thought,
go ahead and reschedule my interview.
You, come here.
Are you insane?
Peter, we literally just got together.
Not if you count how long...
-Shh!
We've actually known each other.
It's too fast.
In the short time
we've been together...
we've basically done
everything a normal couple does
before they get married.
Why keep wasting time?
Don't say it like that.
I'll be over tonight.
Promise me you'll think about it.
Come here.
Congratulations?
Don't.
Well... here's my final revisions.
Literally.
-Thanks, Bobby.
When do you leave for China?
Next week.
I'll miss you. All of us will.
Thanks.
Are you going to apply for another visa
once you're back home?
It's a long process.
I'll need to look for
some work in the meantime.
Mm.
Maybe I should have married
you when I had the chance.
Not my type.
I will feel bad about missing your wedding.
Do you know what time it is?
I said I'd
be over later at night.
How much have you had?
Enough.
I need to go to the bathroom.
Immediately.
So, I'm still waiting
to hear the magic word.
Let's talk about it tomorrow,
if you can even remember coming over.
Why?
What better time than now?
Not like this.
Like what?
Shitfaced.
Point taken.
But... but guess how many I had.
Shot... -I really don't want to know...
Shot, beer...
-Tell me you'll get
a cab or something.
I'll
get a cab or something.
Hey, hey.
Why didn't you answer?
Some writer wants me
to read for his script.
That's good, isn't it?
I don't really want to.
It's the same stereotypical role
they offer all Chinese actresses.
The script doesn't even specify Chinese.
It just says Asian.
Your English has really improved.
Are you making fun of me?
I can't tell if you're being sarcastic.
Not at all.
You're all set.
Thanks, dear.
I'm gonna take a shower.
Morning, I made you breakfast.
Oh, that's all right.
I'm meeting Ross. Remember him, right?
He's going, too.
We're going to grab some breakfast
on the way to the airport.
I'll miss you.
I'll miss you, too.
Be back before you know it.
Call me when you arrive.
Will do.
Your back story...
Wanna include you studying in New York
as an international student.
That way, you know where
all the hidden gems are.
I know you were on a couple
of reality shows in China
but nobody knows who you are here.
Hey, that's a good thing.
Here's a script for you to review.
This next episode
features a pho restaurant.
Do you like pho?
Yes.
But I thought the show only introduces
fancy restaurants?
Famous, not fancy.
Honestly, the place is a dump, but...
people seem to like it, so
we give them what they want.
Your wardrobe, I'm thinking something...
Bright colors, elegant...
- classy.
You know, so it'll set you apart
from the surroundings.
Sorry about that.
Yes, I can bring some wardrobe options
for you to choose.
Perfect. All right. That's all I need.
Contact me if you have any questions.
Okay.
- Thank you. Bye.
- Sure. Okay.
What? No!
Hi, my name is Angel Li.
I'm reading for the part of Mino Tagahashi.
Whenever you're ready.
Talk to me, please.
I need to know the truth.
All of your secrets and lies...
Okay. That was great.
Thank you so much for coming in.
Okay... thank you.
Hey.
And cut. All right.
Moving inside.
Is everything okay?
Um... Yeah. Yeah.
She didn't skip any lines, did she?
That was great, Angel.
- Okay, moving on!
Mmm...
And cut. All right. Moving on.
Is it good?
Yeah, couldn't have said it better myself.
- Uh, what's actually in that?
It's pho.
-Pho.
Pho... pho.
Oh!
Thank God they didn't
undo your hair and makeup.
Is she okay? -Who?
Yeah, yeah, she's fine.
You know, just a little camera shy...
you know.
Listen, the director loved what
you did with your performance
so much, he wants you
to finish her segment.
Of course, we'll feed you
the lines through an earpiece
but you're totally cool with that, right?
- Yeah, I'd love to...
- Oh, that's fantastic.
Of course, we can't pay you any overtime.
I understand.
Okay.
- Okay.
Listen, we just wanna
thank you one more time
for filling in after that
earlier little mishap.
It was my pleasure.
Thank you for the opportunity.
Listen, any time.
Oh, sorry...
but my friend is here to pick me up.
Okay, we'll let you
know when we have something
cut together.
-Okay, thank you.
Sure.
- Bye!
Hey, hey.
- Shit!
You know, I had this...
sea eel rice bowl called "unagi".
It was fantastic.
You have that in China?
Yes, of course. We have a sea eel.
It's called
But it's just not prepared the same way.
I can make it for you sometime time.
That would be lovely.
Have you ever had pho?
- No, I don't think so.
- Great, while you were gone,
I hosted a show that introduces
ethnic food around the city.
You'll learn so much from my episode.
I can't wait.
Oh, I have another audition tomorrow.
Um... I read the sides today
and I can really relate to the character.
Best of all, it's in Chinese.
Cheers to that.
Soup's great, by the way.
Thank you.
With a deal in
place for the Japanese,
we'll be pressured to meet their quotas.
Yeah, I understand it,
but completing this order
will be upper management's
number one priority, so...
Exactly. Yes, yes, yes, yes.
So that's where we need to shift our focus.
We're here to celebrate my wife
on the start of her new film.
Thank you, all!
- Cheers.
Mmm! -Uh, what kind of film is it?
Mmm... A drama.
Who are you playing?
-It's the lead role.
It's about a woman who loves a man so much
she becomes suicidal.
How do you two like the food?
It's eel, Chinese style.
By the way... have either of you tried
that new sushi place in Greenwich Village?
Ever since I've been back from Tokyo,
I've had a craving for a Japanese food.
Their diet, it's so healthy.
No, but Chelsea and I found
this hole in the wall ramen
shop in Hell's Kitchen
and you have to go.
Did you guys get in?
Yes! Yes, we got in.
Like, no one can even get into it.
There is a very long line, but we...
I'm gone for
a week and I feel like
I've missed out on everything.
An investment is like a marriage:
you're putting your whole life at risk.
I'm serious. Don't forget the beer!
Why are you washing the dishes?
Uh... Because it's my duty.
I mean, why are you washing the dishes
when the dishwasher's right here?
Oh, those plates would take me forever.
Oh, Mary? Scratch the beers.
Jordan wants to try
some of that Japanese whiskey I mentioned.
Does she always do the dishes by hand, Dad?
Why don't you show her
how to use the dishwasher?
I dunno... honey, you've
used this before, right?
Yes, it's just cleaner
if I do it on my own.
See? She knows. Either
of you want to try some?
- Yeah. I'll have a sip.
- Grab a glass, kiddo.
You definitely
have to join me next time.
I will get one business flight ticket...
which means you'll have to flip a coin.
One business flight ticket?
Just one.
- Come on.
Yeah, this is...
This is embarrassing...
Hey.
Uh?
-Oh.
One everything, bagel,
lox and cream cheese.
No onions.
- Make it two!
It's free if I check in, right?
Whoa. Slow down.
We have a full menu,
not just bagels and lox.
Mm-hmm.
Hey Nina, I'm...
I'm quitting the KTV.
Why? It's good money,
and all tips you get at the bar?
It's... it's not for me... you know?
I'd rather I spend more
time at the food truck.
It's only busy during lunch.
Well, the KTV's only busy
during midnight hours, so...
Okay, what I really want to do is...
open up a small place of my own.
You know, like your parents' pho place.
That woman's not my parent.
Yeah. Sorry.
You know, why don't you spend
more time helping out there?
And live with what? Their scraps?
Plus, all the money they make at the place
go towards Kevin's so-called college funds,
instead of paying off
my dad's medical bills,
-where it should be.
- Well, what if you and I...
I make more in a night
than they do in a week.
Hey, I gotta meet the girls.
Yeah, um... yeah, I have to get back
to the food truck before
lunch break starts.
Um, call me if you need anything?
I always do, don't I?
Yeah.
Oh, nice bag.
Hungry? We just ordered
a couple minutes ago.
Ian made me lunch.
Oh, I wish I had someone to make me lunch.
So how is Ian? I haven't
seen him around lately.
He told me he's quitting.
-Good for him.
What is he gonna do? Selling
sandwiches full time?
- I know, that's what I said.
- Hey, a way out is a way out.
Just be glad he's leaving
sooner rather than later.
Ooh, thank you.
-Thank you.
Ethan told me he's going back
to China for good this morning.
Just like that?
Damn.
I would've thought he would come in
and blow all his cash before leaving.
Maybe he spent it all on you.
Come on, he must have
left you with something.
Yeah, he left me without a stable income.
Hey, do you guys know any regulars
who are looking for
something, more exclusive?
Not these days. You got
lucky with that one.
Maybe we can do more part-time jobs.
I don't know about that.
It's all the same when the lights go out.
Maybe lan's interested.
Don't bring him into that.
Well, at least your meals would be covered.
That's enough. Ian's a nice guy.
And nice guys don't mix with girls like us.
They'll only end up getting hurt.
Besides, imagine how many bagels
he would have to sell to
afford one of your bags.
That's true. What'd you get?
I got the regular. Wanna try?
Yeah.
Why did we close so early?
Some TV show wants to film here
tomorrow morning before we open.
Yeah, what show?
-I don't know.
We are getting ready for it.
You're back. Did you eat?
Not really. -I'll make you something
fresh from the kitchen. Yeah?
Goin' to shower.
-Okay.
Uh, I'll bring you some food up later.
Working late again tonight?
I haven't seen any recent
deposits in your bank account.
Has your job been paying you on time?
Just a little cash, not
enough to deposit in the bank.
Hm. Enough to buy a new purse.
Enough to buy a fake purse.
Your father needs another
round of acupuncture.
You've seen how much he has
improved since the last time.
His new medicine isn't covered
by our insurance, either.
He needs you to help out.
Can't the restaurant help out?
The restaurant's income goes towards
keeping the restaurant open...
something you aren't part of.
And Kevin's tuition?
How dare you.
Complaining about paying for
your own father's well-being.
We spent a fortune to ship
you into this country.
That doesn't mean you control my life.
All
this freedom you're enjoying
every night, you owe it to your father.
Don't forget that.
What freedom?
And cut.
All right, moving inside.
Is everything okay?
Mm...
And cut.
All right. Moving on.
- Is it good?
- Looks like you're up next.
You wanna go get some makeup on?
Couldn't
have said it better myself.
- What's actually in there?
- It's pho.
Nina Wong.
Nina! Hey, Nina.
What're you doin' out here?
It's a little early for you, isn't it?
Um. Yeah, um...
Hey, listen, I'm
glad I caught you here.
I need to talk to you about something...
Hey, weren't... Shouldn't
you be in Manhattan?
Where's your food truck?
That's...
that's actually what I
wanted to talk to you about.
Ian... -I'm selling off the truck.
How are you going
to support yourself?
Well... Between working
at the bar and the truck,
I saved up enough to open my own place.
And I was hoping it could be our place.
What?
-Join me here.
Where?
Over there, see?
The location all picked out.
Room enough for the both of us.
Whaddya say?
Ian, I can't right now.
Wait, no, no, no, Nina, Nina. I'm serious.
Uh, I mean we can work through this.
How?
The income here is...
Is way more stable than the food truck.
And I don't want you
working at the KTV anymore.
Okay? It's... it's not good for you.
Why do you care so much about me?
You know why.
Ian, I can't.
I don't want to hurt you.
Then don't.
Woo!
Yeah!
Yeah!
Come on.
Yeah!
Yeah!
Hey, slow down.
Order a song. Take a break.
Hello, again.
All right, we all drink.
Everyone drinks.
Me?
- Yeah.
Woo!
Easy, tiger.
Cheers, guys!
Woo!
Mia. Mia, Mia, Mia.
Oh, my God.
-Mia! Stay calm.
I'm calling 9-1-1.
- No!
We can't have them here right now.
Just give her some time.
I'll take her to the hospital
if things get worse.
- Stay with us.
Mia, come on. Mia.
What the hell did you give her?
Come on, Mia, come on, come on.
Mia. - Come on, breathe.
Breathe. Come on, Mia...
You okay?
How is she?
Resting.
Hey, look. Don't let it get to you.
I mean, there's always a risk
involved no matter what we do.
I'm gonna check back inside.
I'll let them know you're
done for the night.
Thank you.
Ian?
I can't believe you're selling her.
Yeah, well, she's kick-starting the future.
So, what, it's a the deli you're opening?
No, thinking about expanding
the menu a little bit.
Wait, you're still gonna
have my lox and cream cheese?
Of course. It's your favorite.
You got a name yet?
A couple ideas.
Like what?
Ah. The obvious choice is "Ian's."
Suits my ego.
-Mm-hm.
But, um... you know,
I kind of prefer "Nina's."
You know what I do.
Why do you still want to be with me?
I love you. Just as you are.
I know it isn't much, but uh...
It's a promise.
I wanna join you.
I'll finish off the month.
And I'll quit.
And I'll sell my purses to help you pay...
Nah, nah, you don't have to do that.
I mean, it's going to be
tough at the beginning but...
I want to.
It's going to be a new start for us.
Together.
Hey.
Hey.
Sorry.
Hey!
I'm gonna take your love
I'm gonna take your love
Do you know her?
Family friend
staying here temporarily.
Where's Dad?
-Upstairs.
Where else would he be?
Shouldn't you be closing
out the cash register, then?
Wait, do you work here?
No, I told you. I own this place.
That's not what it sounds like.
Dad's resting.
Who's that guy you've been
sneaking around with?
One of your customers?
No, but I recognized that
girl downstairs from work.
She said this is really expensive.
How much money you making
fucking all of those strangers?
More money than you skipping out on school.
You holding out on us?
Us?
-Me, Mom and Dad?
Give me a break.
Like you're helping out much.
You know, I've been doing you a real favor
keeping all this to myself.
If Dad were to find out...
-We had a deal.
We don't get into each other's business.
Well, now it's gonna cost you.
Get out of my room.
- If you want me to keep quiet...
- Get the fuck out of my room.
Ian.
What about your father's medicine?
I'll continue to chip in, but
I can't pay for everything.
Because you won't be making enough
at some start up restaurant.
No, because this restaurant makes enough.
For the medicine and for Kevin.
Kevin needs to focus on school.
Kevin doesn't even care about school.
He barely goes. Stop lying to yourself!
Huh?
My son has a chance to become
something you never could.
Maybe.
That's because you never
gave me the chance.
What has gotten into you?
She's pregnant.
You okay?
At least pretend you're enjoying yourself.
They won't last another half hour.
Sweetie, scoop it over. Come on.
Come on, faster.
Congratulations.
You always got my...
Oh, congratulations.
We gotta take a shot.
All right. Take it. Take it, man.
Dude, man.
-You want one?
Chicks don't get married for money.
They get divorced for money.
Okay? Watch out.
- All right.
Are you sure I can't have one more.
No, no, no, no more.
You're so good to me.
You okay?
- Hey. You okay?
Oh, shit.
I'm sorry. I'll get you another one.
A little help with
your friend, right here?
Whoo! All right. Come here.
Sorry.
-Oh, sorry,
he's a bit of a light weight.
Hey... Where were you, man? I missed you...
Hey, hey, hey. Don't forget your jacket.
Oh. Oh, thank you.
Oh, oh, I'm getting married.
Did you know that?
Congratulations!
Woo-hoo! It finally worked.
Don't let her see you like this.
What?
Yeah...
You are insane.
Did it work?
To be continued?
They're gonna figure
out it's fake sooner or later.
We'll deal with it when we get there.
And the marriage? Did you mean that?
No, no, no, no, no. Hey, Nina.
Because...
I'm serious, if you are.
My dad would never approve it.
And I'm not even sure if they believe me.
They don't... Or,
Because Nina, I am
asking you, right here...
Right now.
Will you marry me?
Angel?
Angel.
Hey. It's Amy from the show.
Amy.
I accidentally fell asleep
waiting for a friend.
I live right next door.
Do you want to come inside
and get a cup of coffee or something?
Yeah. Sure.
By the way, we
finished editing the episode.
You look really great.
And thank you again for
covering for me when I...
Mm, don't mention it.
Are you pregnant, too?
No, that's not mine. Trust me.
I'm as confused as you are.
Too?
Are you gonna keep waiting for him?
I don't want to wait anymore.
I have a husband who treats me well
but there is no love in our marriage.
I had a lover who I thought understood me
and I felt much happier with him.
At least I thought I did.
I never knew we disagreed
so much on our future.
I don't know how I can
go back to my husband.
I think the first step in solving problems
like this is to know what you really want.
Would you choose love...
Or freedom?
Why not both?
No, no...
Where's Kevin? How can he do this?
What... What? Let go of me.
Kevin has nothing to do with those boys.
Was it you? -They said you owed them
some money so they took some
of your stuff as payback.
Who are they?
You know, if they never came today,
I would never find out how much money
you've been keeping from us!
Hey, hey, hey! Huh?
Fuck!
You okay?
I know an urgent message
can only mean one thing.
You're pregnant! That was fast.
Now, we for sure have to get married.
Did you ask her to marry you, too?
There's your fucking answer.
How about your parents?
How did they feel when you
told them you had a boyfriend?
What?
They really want you to
get married, don't they?
How dare you bring up my parents?
I'm just saying I know
how these things are.
What is that supposed to mean?
Nothing.
Sorry for interrupting.
Uh, Bob wants you to re-record some lines...
Why do you want to get
married so badly anyway?
You know, I'll just tell
him this is a bad time.
I'm not young or pretty like
the other girls in the office.
I'm not rich, either.
Because, I love you.
Love is love. I can't explain it.
Do you love me, or do
you love my citizenship?
Is your visa expired?
You're just full of secrets, aren't you?
Am I the first girl you've tried this on?
To be honest, I should thank you.
It's men like you that make
me thankful to be lesbian.
Angel!
I got this.
You can't be in here.
Nina.
Nina. What is going on?
You know, Ian is looking for you.
Is he here?
No. But he's trying to find you.
Answer your phone.
I can't.
He took everything.
Who? Who took everything?
Look, you really can't
be in here like this.
I'll try and cover for you, just...
head out to the back so you
won't get us both in trouble.
Okay.
-All right, here.
I'll help you up.
Okay, yeah.
Good girl.
Where do you get that necklace?
Hey, what are you doing?
Is that my necklace?
Hey!
Dropped the blunt.
Oh!
-Oh, shit.
Oh, my God.
Give me my necklace back.
-Wait, stop!
Wait... wait! Get her off of me!
Someone stop!
-Please, hey!
Back off!
Nina?
You didn't come home last night.
Those late night shoots are something else.
I don't know how you do it.
Yes, it's tiring. But part of the job.
As long as you enjoy it.
Where'd you stay?
They filmed upstate.
We went over time and spent the night
so they could continue shooting more today.
Did you miss me?
Of course.
You could just call me next time.
Well, I figured you might be on set filming
so best not to bother you.
Hey, look at me.
Yes?
Please, just look at me.
What's wrong, dear?
I'm gonna get ready for bed. You coming?
No, I think I'll stay here for a while.
See what happens.
I'm sorry, I...
Ian.
About a year ago,
not long after we broke up...
I remember New York suffered
a massive snowstorm.
All the grocery stores
had run out of supplies.
And every channel on TV was
reporting the same news,
about the weather.
I was lying in bed that morning...
when all of a sudden I
thought about the plants
being kept by the window.
When I went to check on them,
I saw that they had all withered away.
I touched one of the
leaves and watched as it
cracked into pieces and fell...
just like the snow outside.
It was ugly-beautiful.
Then I noticed right by the stem,
there was a...
dead worm.
It was half curled up.
Frozen to death.
I imagined the worm cracking in two,
just like the leaf.
The longer I looked at it...
the worse I felt.
Since then, I've lost the urge
to eat anything.
It seems that
your illness may stem
from the past trauma of your breakup.
With the proper treatment,
I believe we will be
able to make progress,
as long as you follow procedure.
Also, having a strong
support system will help.
But I'm a food editor.
It's my job to eat.
You're finally
here and you look amazing!
Thanks. You, too.
Let me introduce you to my fianc.
Nice to meet you.
She's told me so much about you.
Has she now?
- Mm-hmm.
Congratulations on the new book.
Thank you. -Oh, where's your roommate?
What was her name again?
She was such a hardcore foodie,
even a harsher critic than you.
She moved to Boston last year
so we haven't really kept in t...
Oh, that's Churi!
Doesn't that dress look terrible on her?
Make sure you try the sliders.
They're to die for.
Baby, I told you to hold my hand
so she sees the ring!
Hey, girl!
Amy!
Are you okay? You look drunk.
I'm fine, Peter.
I just have a slight headache.
And can you keep your voice down?
Drunk people always claim
they're not really drunk.
You know the best way to tell?
Tap your front teeth,
like this, see?
And if you don't feel anything,
then you're definitely drunk, look.
... All the different things
that I could possibly have done.
Yeah.
I would never do that.
I would never do that to you.
And you went and you
fucking did this to me!
I need you to do me a huge favor.
Let me guess, you want me to write
another article that coincides
with the new episode.
And you want it by tonight
so that your writers
have something to work off of.
Not an article this time.
Are you gonna pay me overtime?
I can buy you dinner.
All right, look, here's the thing.
We may be short a guest
for this week's episode.
And of course, I thought of you.
I mean, what better than a celebrity guest
paired with our celebrity host?
Right? You're famous among
the younger demographic,
aren't you?
I don't know. Am I?
Yes, with your book and...
everything. Come on, it'll be great.
You really want me to act?
Yeah, why not?
You get way more exposure
in front of the camera than behind.
Well, which restaurant is this?
And more importantly,
what story am I telling?
It's all right in there.
A great love that began...
With a bowl...
-With a bowl of pho?
Yes.
I'm known for writing
about Michelin-starred restaurants,
not hole-in-the-wall pho places.
Now, we cater to audiences
from all walks of life.
Plus, because we work
together, I was hoping you'd be
more understanding of our situation?
Bob.
- Please.
Well, who's this Angel Li?
I thought you said there
was a celebrity host.
She is huge... in China.
And who's playing my boyfriend?
Why? Do you have a new one?
No.
You don't knock?
What's that look?
You've gotta be kidding me.
Excellent.
I can't believe this. Some timing you have.
I'm sorry, I didn't mean to.
Honestly, I just came to bring you food.
What?
-Try some.
I made it myself.
Oh, sorry, I just... I figured...
Yeah, yeah.
How come she doesn't need
a fake boyfriend, but I do?
Oh, I'm sorry. You were being serious?
Cut! All right. Moving on.
All right.
Looks like you're up next.
You want to go get some makeup?
I am in makeup.
Mm...
I can remember the first time we came here.
It was Christmas Eve and snowing heavily.
He picked me up after work
and we came upon this tiny
little pho restaurant.
We didn't have much money,
so we couldn't afford
a fancy Christmas dinner.
Maybe it was because of the holidays,
but we were the only
customers here that night.
It may not seem like much,
but for me, that night was a blessing.
I can't think of anything better
than sharing a warm bowl of delicious pho
on a cold winter's night
with the one I love.
And cut! All right,
that was great. Moving on.
How's my makeup?
Looks great.
Something wrong?
Okay, we're gonna get a close up
of the two of you eating, all right?
You know, in fact, uh, why
don't you feed each other?
Yeah? Okay.
And here we go.
Okay, all right, closer.
No, closer...
- And cut.
All right. I'm good. Moving on.
Oh, my God. Are... Are you okay?
I'm fine, really.
I... I just haven't slept enough.
Did you vomit today?
What, no?
Do you need to go to the hospital?
I... I just need some rest.
- I'll take her back.
- Thanks, man.
You guys, it's fine.
Oh, all right.
I was just a little light-headed.
It's okay. I got it.
Hey.
What are you doing here?
Brought ya breakfast.
I figured out why you
can't keep anything down.
It's all in your head.
You think you're going to
puke after you eat and you do.
How was the porridge?
Liquids are a good place to start
and then gradually build up.
Your whole fridge is water.
If you're fine with water
then soup should be fine as well.
So, today I brought you
bean and barley soup.
Please don't look at me like that.
Oh. I completely understand.
Uh, I enjoy eating in
private once in a while, too.
Mind if I smoke a
cigarette out your window?
Be my guest.
Jeez.
Your neighbor smokes too much.
How's the soup?
Mm.
Hey, good job!
I'll take that.
I can do that for myself.
I said I could do that for myself.
Oh, no... - No, really.
No, really.
Don't worry about it. You
don't have to worry about it.
I said I got it...
Uh... uh...
Oh, my God.
I think we're all good here. Um...
I'll see you back at the office soon?
Hi, Mom.
Yes. And no.
Please stop setting me up with random guys.
Henry took me out to
dinner with his parents...
on the first date.
That's not funny.
I'm fine on my own.
Goodbye, Mom.
And please stop giving my number out.
Hi, Dad.
Is Mom okay?
Be there right away.
What about Dad?
Mom, that worked the first time,
but you'll eventually
have to try something new.
Every window from China to New York
has heard your threats.
Hey.
Is everything okay?
I was worried when you
didn't show up today.
And I heard you asked for a leave?
I'm fine.
My mother is in the hospital
but it's nothing serious.
Oh, which hospital?
You know what?
Don't waste your time with hospital food.
I can bring some porridge over.
Moms love me. -No, don't worry about it.
That was my boyfriend.
When he heard you were ill,
he was very concerned
and wanted to come visit.
Would you like that?
Honestly, I think we've had enough articles
introducing fancy
restaurants around the city.
Let's feature more hidden
gems, like the pho house.
Exquisite taste at an affordable price.
You used to demand we only profile
fancy restaurants.
What happened during the
taping of the episode?
Trust me on this.
We need to expand our point of view.
Okay.
Hi.
This is chicken soup.
Very good for digestion.
You made this yourself?
Of course.
Feel sick?
You don't have to keep doing this.
Well... the main reason is because...
It's okay.
If you want to, then keep going.
How about we give us a chance?
What?
-I thought a lot
about your text,
and if you're still serious, then...
I do! I mean... I mean, I am...
I am still serious.
I can start making lunch for you, too.
I am a food editor after all.
I'd love that.
Can you turn off the light?
We can start
whenever you're ready, Miss Chen.
Sure.
-Okay.
Let's start off with your childhood.
What was that like?
I was born in San Francisco.
Uh, both my parents immigrated there
from Fujian, China.
Growing up, my mom
taught at a middle school
while my dad managed a restaurant.
Sorry about that.
No problem. Let's keep going.
So, your father started
here in the food industry.
Mm-hmm. -Did that spark an interest
in you early on?
-Definitely.
I loved being in the kitchen
despite how loud and hectic it was.
He always had me taste test
new dishes for him, too.
So, I was a food critic since I was a kid.
Hey, what's going on?
Uh, I apologize again.
I thought I said no interruptions.
Peter Chow won't stop
calling the office line.
He says it's urgent.
In fact, I think he's here now.
Should we reschedule?
No, please, just give me five minutes.
I thought I told you they were doing
a piece on me today.
I know. I'm sorry.
I thought you'd be done by now.
We barely even started.
I have something really
important I need to ask you.
Make it fast.
Will you marry me?
On second thought,
go ahead and reschedule my interview.
You, come here.
Are you insane?
Peter, we literally just got together.
Not if you count how long...
-Shh!
We've actually known each other.
It's too fast.
In the short time
we've been together...
we've basically done
everything a normal couple does
before they get married.
Why keep wasting time?
Don't say it like that.
I'll be over tonight.
Promise me you'll think about it.
Come here.
Congratulations?
Don't.
Well... here's my final revisions.
Literally.
-Thanks, Bobby.
When do you leave for China?
Next week.
I'll miss you. All of us will.
Thanks.
Are you going to apply for another visa
once you're back home?
It's a long process.
I'll need to look for
some work in the meantime.
Mm.
Maybe I should have married
you when I had the chance.
Not my type.
I will feel bad about missing your wedding.
Do you know what time it is?
I said I'd
be over later at night.
How much have you had?
Enough.
I need to go to the bathroom.
Immediately.
So, I'm still waiting
to hear the magic word.
Let's talk about it tomorrow,
if you can even remember coming over.
Why?
What better time than now?
Not like this.
Like what?
Shitfaced.
Point taken.
But... but guess how many I had.
Shot... -I really don't want to know...
Shot, beer...
-Tell me you'll get
a cab or something.
I'll
get a cab or something.
Hey, hey.
Why didn't you answer?
Some writer wants me
to read for his script.
That's good, isn't it?
I don't really want to.
It's the same stereotypical role
they offer all Chinese actresses.
The script doesn't even specify Chinese.
It just says Asian.
Your English has really improved.
Are you making fun of me?
I can't tell if you're being sarcastic.
Not at all.
You're all set.
Thanks, dear.
I'm gonna take a shower.
Morning, I made you breakfast.
Oh, that's all right.
I'm meeting Ross. Remember him, right?
He's going, too.
We're going to grab some breakfast
on the way to the airport.
I'll miss you.
I'll miss you, too.
Be back before you know it.
Call me when you arrive.
Will do.
Your back story...
Wanna include you studying in New York
as an international student.
That way, you know where
all the hidden gems are.
I know you were on a couple
of reality shows in China
but nobody knows who you are here.
Hey, that's a good thing.
Here's a script for you to review.
This next episode
features a pho restaurant.
Do you like pho?
Yes.
But I thought the show only introduces
fancy restaurants?
Famous, not fancy.
Honestly, the place is a dump, but...
people seem to like it, so
we give them what they want.
Your wardrobe, I'm thinking something...
Bright colors, elegant...
- classy.
You know, so it'll set you apart
from the surroundings.
Sorry about that.
Yes, I can bring some wardrobe options
for you to choose.
Perfect. All right. That's all I need.
Contact me if you have any questions.
Okay.
- Thank you. Bye.
- Sure. Okay.
What? No!
Hi, my name is Angel Li.
I'm reading for the part of Mino Tagahashi.
Whenever you're ready.
Talk to me, please.
I need to know the truth.
All of your secrets and lies...
Okay. That was great.
Thank you so much for coming in.
Okay... thank you.
Hey.
And cut. All right.
Moving inside.
Is everything okay?
Um... Yeah. Yeah.
She didn't skip any lines, did she?
That was great, Angel.
- Okay, moving on!
Mmm...
And cut. All right. Moving on.
Is it good?
Yeah, couldn't have said it better myself.
- Uh, what's actually in that?
It's pho.
-Pho.
Pho... pho.
Oh!
Thank God they didn't
undo your hair and makeup.
Is she okay? -Who?
Yeah, yeah, she's fine.
You know, just a little camera shy...
you know.
Listen, the director loved what
you did with your performance
so much, he wants you
to finish her segment.
Of course, we'll feed you
the lines through an earpiece
but you're totally cool with that, right?
- Yeah, I'd love to...
- Oh, that's fantastic.
Of course, we can't pay you any overtime.
I understand.
Okay.
- Okay.
Listen, we just wanna
thank you one more time
for filling in after that
earlier little mishap.
It was my pleasure.
Thank you for the opportunity.
Listen, any time.
Oh, sorry...
but my friend is here to pick me up.
Okay, we'll let you
know when we have something
cut together.
-Okay, thank you.
Sure.
- Bye!
Hey, hey.
- Shit!
You know, I had this...
sea eel rice bowl called "unagi".
It was fantastic.
You have that in China?
Yes, of course. We have a sea eel.
It's called
But it's just not prepared the same way.
I can make it for you sometime time.
That would be lovely.
Have you ever had pho?
- No, I don't think so.
- Great, while you were gone,
I hosted a show that introduces
ethnic food around the city.
You'll learn so much from my episode.
I can't wait.
Oh, I have another audition tomorrow.
Um... I read the sides today
and I can really relate to the character.
Best of all, it's in Chinese.
Cheers to that.
Soup's great, by the way.
Thank you.
With a deal in
place for the Japanese,
we'll be pressured to meet their quotas.
Yeah, I understand it,
but completing this order
will be upper management's
number one priority, so...
Exactly. Yes, yes, yes, yes.
So that's where we need to shift our focus.
We're here to celebrate my wife
on the start of her new film.
Thank you, all!
- Cheers.
Mmm! -Uh, what kind of film is it?
Mmm... A drama.
Who are you playing?
-It's the lead role.
It's about a woman who loves a man so much
she becomes suicidal.
How do you two like the food?
It's eel, Chinese style.
By the way... have either of you tried
that new sushi place in Greenwich Village?
Ever since I've been back from Tokyo,
I've had a craving for a Japanese food.
Their diet, it's so healthy.
No, but Chelsea and I found
this hole in the wall ramen
shop in Hell's Kitchen
and you have to go.
Did you guys get in?
Yes! Yes, we got in.
Like, no one can even get into it.
There is a very long line, but we...
I'm gone for
a week and I feel like
I've missed out on everything.
An investment is like a marriage:
you're putting your whole life at risk.
I'm serious. Don't forget the beer!
Why are you washing the dishes?
Uh... Because it's my duty.
I mean, why are you washing the dishes
when the dishwasher's right here?
Oh, those plates would take me forever.
Oh, Mary? Scratch the beers.
Jordan wants to try
some of that Japanese whiskey I mentioned.
Does she always do the dishes by hand, Dad?
Why don't you show her
how to use the dishwasher?
I dunno... honey, you've
used this before, right?
Yes, it's just cleaner
if I do it on my own.
See? She knows. Either
of you want to try some?
- Yeah. I'll have a sip.
- Grab a glass, kiddo.
You definitely
have to join me next time.
I will get one business flight ticket...
which means you'll have to flip a coin.
One business flight ticket?
Just one.
- Come on.
Yeah, this is...
This is embarrassing...
Hey.
Uh?
-Oh.
One everything, bagel,
lox and cream cheese.
No onions.
- Make it two!
It's free if I check in, right?
Whoa. Slow down.
We have a full menu,
not just bagels and lox.
Mm-hmm.
Hey Nina, I'm...
I'm quitting the KTV.
Why? It's good money,
and all tips you get at the bar?
It's... it's not for me... you know?
I'd rather I spend more
time at the food truck.
It's only busy during lunch.
Well, the KTV's only busy
during midnight hours, so...
Okay, what I really want to do is...
open up a small place of my own.
You know, like your parents' pho place.
That woman's not my parent.
Yeah. Sorry.
You know, why don't you spend
more time helping out there?
And live with what? Their scraps?
Plus, all the money they make at the place
go towards Kevin's so-called college funds,
instead of paying off
my dad's medical bills,
-where it should be.
- Well, what if you and I...
I make more in a night
than they do in a week.
Hey, I gotta meet the girls.
Yeah, um... yeah, I have to get back
to the food truck before
lunch break starts.
Um, call me if you need anything?
I always do, don't I?
Yeah.
Oh, nice bag.
Hungry? We just ordered
a couple minutes ago.
Ian made me lunch.
Oh, I wish I had someone to make me lunch.
So how is Ian? I haven't
seen him around lately.
He told me he's quitting.
-Good for him.
What is he gonna do? Selling
sandwiches full time?
- I know, that's what I said.
- Hey, a way out is a way out.
Just be glad he's leaving
sooner rather than later.
Ooh, thank you.
-Thank you.
Ethan told me he's going back
to China for good this morning.
Just like that?
Damn.
I would've thought he would come in
and blow all his cash before leaving.
Maybe he spent it all on you.
Come on, he must have
left you with something.
Yeah, he left me without a stable income.
Hey, do you guys know any regulars
who are looking for
something, more exclusive?
Not these days. You got
lucky with that one.
Maybe we can do more part-time jobs.
I don't know about that.
It's all the same when the lights go out.
Maybe lan's interested.
Don't bring him into that.
Well, at least your meals would be covered.
That's enough. Ian's a nice guy.
And nice guys don't mix with girls like us.
They'll only end up getting hurt.
Besides, imagine how many bagels
he would have to sell to
afford one of your bags.
That's true. What'd you get?
I got the regular. Wanna try?
Yeah.
Why did we close so early?
Some TV show wants to film here
tomorrow morning before we open.
Yeah, what show?
-I don't know.
We are getting ready for it.
You're back. Did you eat?
Not really. -I'll make you something
fresh from the kitchen. Yeah?
Goin' to shower.
-Okay.
Uh, I'll bring you some food up later.
Working late again tonight?
I haven't seen any recent
deposits in your bank account.
Has your job been paying you on time?
Just a little cash, not
enough to deposit in the bank.
Hm. Enough to buy a new purse.
Enough to buy a fake purse.
Your father needs another
round of acupuncture.
You've seen how much he has
improved since the last time.
His new medicine isn't covered
by our insurance, either.
He needs you to help out.
Can't the restaurant help out?
The restaurant's income goes towards
keeping the restaurant open...
something you aren't part of.
And Kevin's tuition?
How dare you.
Complaining about paying for
your own father's well-being.
We spent a fortune to ship
you into this country.
That doesn't mean you control my life.
All
this freedom you're enjoying
every night, you owe it to your father.
Don't forget that.
What freedom?
And cut.
All right, moving inside.
Is everything okay?
Mm...
And cut.
All right. Moving on.
- Is it good?
- Looks like you're up next.
You wanna go get some makeup on?
Couldn't
have said it better myself.
- What's actually in there?
- It's pho.
Nina Wong.
Nina! Hey, Nina.
What're you doin' out here?
It's a little early for you, isn't it?
Um. Yeah, um...
Hey, listen, I'm
glad I caught you here.
I need to talk to you about something...
Hey, weren't... Shouldn't
you be in Manhattan?
Where's your food truck?
That's...
that's actually what I
wanted to talk to you about.
Ian... -I'm selling off the truck.
How are you going
to support yourself?
Well... Between working
at the bar and the truck,
I saved up enough to open my own place.
And I was hoping it could be our place.
What?
-Join me here.
Where?
Over there, see?
The location all picked out.
Room enough for the both of us.
Whaddya say?
Ian, I can't right now.
Wait, no, no, no, Nina, Nina. I'm serious.
Uh, I mean we can work through this.
How?
The income here is...
Is way more stable than the food truck.
And I don't want you
working at the KTV anymore.
Okay? It's... it's not good for you.
Why do you care so much about me?
You know why.
Ian, I can't.
I don't want to hurt you.
Then don't.
Woo!
Yeah!
Yeah!
Come on.
Yeah!
Yeah!
Hey, slow down.
Order a song. Take a break.
Hello, again.
All right, we all drink.
Everyone drinks.
Me?
- Yeah.
Woo!
Easy, tiger.
Cheers, guys!
Woo!
Mia. Mia, Mia, Mia.
Oh, my God.
-Mia! Stay calm.
I'm calling 9-1-1.
- No!
We can't have them here right now.
Just give her some time.
I'll take her to the hospital
if things get worse.
- Stay with us.
Mia, come on. Mia.
What the hell did you give her?
Come on, Mia, come on, come on.
Mia. - Come on, breathe.
Breathe. Come on, Mia...
You okay?
How is she?
Resting.
Hey, look. Don't let it get to you.
I mean, there's always a risk
involved no matter what we do.
I'm gonna check back inside.
I'll let them know you're
done for the night.
Thank you.
Ian?
I can't believe you're selling her.
Yeah, well, she's kick-starting the future.
So, what, it's a the deli you're opening?
No, thinking about expanding
the menu a little bit.
Wait, you're still gonna
have my lox and cream cheese?
Of course. It's your favorite.
You got a name yet?
A couple ideas.
Like what?
Ah. The obvious choice is "Ian's."
Suits my ego.
-Mm-hm.
But, um... you know,
I kind of prefer "Nina's."
You know what I do.
Why do you still want to be with me?
I love you. Just as you are.
I know it isn't much, but uh...
It's a promise.
I wanna join you.
I'll finish off the month.
And I'll quit.
And I'll sell my purses to help you pay...
Nah, nah, you don't have to do that.
I mean, it's going to be
tough at the beginning but...
I want to.
It's going to be a new start for us.
Together.
Hey.
Hey.
Sorry.
Hey!
I'm gonna take your love
I'm gonna take your love
Do you know her?
Family friend
staying here temporarily.
Where's Dad?
-Upstairs.
Where else would he be?
Shouldn't you be closing
out the cash register, then?
Wait, do you work here?
No, I told you. I own this place.
That's not what it sounds like.
Dad's resting.
Who's that guy you've been
sneaking around with?
One of your customers?
No, but I recognized that
girl downstairs from work.
She said this is really expensive.
How much money you making
fucking all of those strangers?
More money than you skipping out on school.
You holding out on us?
Us?
-Me, Mom and Dad?
Give me a break.
Like you're helping out much.
You know, I've been doing you a real favor
keeping all this to myself.
If Dad were to find out...
-We had a deal.
We don't get into each other's business.
Well, now it's gonna cost you.
Get out of my room.
- If you want me to keep quiet...
- Get the fuck out of my room.
Ian.
What about your father's medicine?
I'll continue to chip in, but
I can't pay for everything.
Because you won't be making enough
at some start up restaurant.
No, because this restaurant makes enough.
For the medicine and for Kevin.
Kevin needs to focus on school.
Kevin doesn't even care about school.
He barely goes. Stop lying to yourself!
Huh?
My son has a chance to become
something you never could.
Maybe.
That's because you never
gave me the chance.
What has gotten into you?
She's pregnant.
You okay?
At least pretend you're enjoying yourself.
They won't last another half hour.
Sweetie, scoop it over. Come on.
Come on, faster.
Congratulations.
You always got my...
Oh, congratulations.
We gotta take a shot.
All right. Take it. Take it, man.
Dude, man.
-You want one?
Chicks don't get married for money.
They get divorced for money.
Okay? Watch out.
- All right.
Are you sure I can't have one more.
No, no, no, no more.
You're so good to me.
You okay?
- Hey. You okay?
Oh, shit.
I'm sorry. I'll get you another one.
A little help with
your friend, right here?
Whoo! All right. Come here.
Sorry.
-Oh, sorry,
he's a bit of a light weight.
Hey... Where were you, man? I missed you...
Hey, hey, hey. Don't forget your jacket.
Oh. Oh, thank you.
Oh, oh, I'm getting married.
Did you know that?
Congratulations!
Woo-hoo! It finally worked.
Don't let her see you like this.
What?
Yeah...
You are insane.
Did it work?
To be continued?
They're gonna figure
out it's fake sooner or later.
We'll deal with it when we get there.
And the marriage? Did you mean that?
No, no, no, no, no. Hey, Nina.
Because...
I'm serious, if you are.
My dad would never approve it.
And I'm not even sure if they believe me.
They don't... Or,
Because Nina, I am
asking you, right here...
Right now.
Will you marry me?
Angel?
Angel.
Hey. It's Amy from the show.
Amy.
I accidentally fell asleep
waiting for a friend.
I live right next door.
Do you want to come inside
and get a cup of coffee or something?
Yeah. Sure.
By the way, we
finished editing the episode.
You look really great.
And thank you again for
covering for me when I...
Mm, don't mention it.
Are you pregnant, too?
No, that's not mine. Trust me.
I'm as confused as you are.
Too?
Are you gonna keep waiting for him?
I don't want to wait anymore.
I have a husband who treats me well
but there is no love in our marriage.
I had a lover who I thought understood me
and I felt much happier with him.
At least I thought I did.
I never knew we disagreed
so much on our future.
I don't know how I can
go back to my husband.
I think the first step in solving problems
like this is to know what you really want.
Would you choose love...
Or freedom?
Why not both?
No, no...
Where's Kevin? How can he do this?
What... What? Let go of me.
Kevin has nothing to do with those boys.
Was it you? -They said you owed them
some money so they took some
of your stuff as payback.
Who are they?
You know, if they never came today,
I would never find out how much money
you've been keeping from us!
Hey, hey, hey! Huh?
Fuck!
You okay?
I know an urgent message
can only mean one thing.
You're pregnant! That was fast.
Now, we for sure have to get married.
Did you ask her to marry you, too?
There's your fucking answer.
How about your parents?
How did they feel when you
told them you had a boyfriend?
What?
They really want you to
get married, don't they?
How dare you bring up my parents?
I'm just saying I know
how these things are.
What is that supposed to mean?
Nothing.
Sorry for interrupting.
Uh, Bob wants you to re-record some lines...
Why do you want to get
married so badly anyway?
You know, I'll just tell
him this is a bad time.
I'm not young or pretty like
the other girls in the office.
I'm not rich, either.
Because, I love you.
Love is love. I can't explain it.
Do you love me, or do
you love my citizenship?
Is your visa expired?
You're just full of secrets, aren't you?
Am I the first girl you've tried this on?
To be honest, I should thank you.
It's men like you that make
me thankful to be lesbian.
Angel!
I got this.
You can't be in here.
Nina.
Nina. What is going on?
You know, Ian is looking for you.
Is he here?
No. But he's trying to find you.
Answer your phone.
I can't.
He took everything.
Who? Who took everything?
Look, you really can't
be in here like this.
I'll try and cover for you, just...
head out to the back so you
won't get us both in trouble.
Okay.
-All right, here.
I'll help you up.
Okay, yeah.
Good girl.
Where do you get that necklace?
Hey, what are you doing?
Is that my necklace?
Hey!
Dropped the blunt.
Oh!
-Oh, shit.
Oh, my God.
Give me my necklace back.
-Wait, stop!
Wait... wait! Get her off of me!
Someone stop!
-Please, hey!
Back off!
Nina?
You didn't come home last night.
Those late night shoots are something else.
I don't know how you do it.
Yes, it's tiring. But part of the job.
As long as you enjoy it.
Where'd you stay?
They filmed upstate.
We went over time and spent the night
so they could continue shooting more today.
Did you miss me?
Of course.
You could just call me next time.
Well, I figured you might be on set filming
so best not to bother you.
Hey, look at me.
Yes?
Please, just look at me.
What's wrong, dear?
I'm gonna get ready for bed. You coming?
No, I think I'll stay here for a while.
See what happens.
I'm sorry, I...
Ian.