Monkey (2016) Movie Script
Maya, I wanna see Dad.
Tell her to turn off the music.
Let her be. Now's the time to annoy us.
She's really getting on my nerves!
Maya!
I'll be back in ten days.
-Seven.
-Nine.
-Seven.
-On the eighth day, in the evening.
Andrey, you'd better tell her now.
'Cause later I'll have tubes in my mouth?
-What tubes?
-How should I know!
-Don't they put tubes in after a surgery?
-Stop it! You've gotta tell her.
There's no point. I'm in and out.
No need to know about the hospital.
Maya, you are driving us nuts!
Let her be.
Now's the time to get on our nerves.
I don't have a problem with that.
But of course, by all means. Listen
You didn't make your bed.
And you left the window open.
We'll get robbed.
There are these boys
who climb like monkeys.
And you think she cares?
You also left the TV on.
The TV radiation is so harmful.
I feel it with my back.
The rays just go through me.
Okay, Mom.
Iva! Did you see his socks?
-He has no socks.
-Exactly.
What's going on in this school?
They'll drive us crazy.
I just hope he's not going commando. Look
Check this out.
Is this Mrs. Deneva?
Iva!
I see you're having lots of fun.
Would you mind sharing with us?
Switch to channel 38.
-Switch. It's important.
-Mom
Channel 38.
I'm really worried about the aliens.
I don't get them.
Where have you seen aliens?
On channel 38.
If they come here,
should I protect the kids?
-Why? Do they eat kids?
-No. They snatch them.
They experiment on them.
Inject them with stuff.
And God forbid if they kidnap me.
I hope they snatch me.
If they take me,
who'll take care of the kids?
We'll get by somehow.
I've always said
that hunting resembles life itself.
One day you're flying high,
and the next day, well
Don't forget that.
-Switch to channel 38.
-Don't.
No need for that.
Switch to channel 38.
-How's your father, sweetie?
-My father?
Why did you think of him?
He's all right.
Turn it up. I can't hear a thing!
I've been thinking about him recently.
He's fine.
If it's about my allowance,
I'll get it. Is it urgent?
I'm not dependent on this money,
you know that.
It's a matter of principle, sweetie.
Once you come face to face with death
you realise just how stupid,
how petty
our daily quarrels and worries are,
and just how grand and generous life is!
Did you tell her already?
Tell me what?
Come on, tell her.
I know. An operation, tubes in the nose.
-Back in eight days. In the evening.
-That's not what I meant.
We'll have a new addition to our family.
-Are you pregnant?
-Very funny!
My sister gave birth to a monkey!
Hilarious.
We adopted it.
Now it's ours. Actually, yours.
-Mine?
-Didn't you hear? Ours.
-And we'll take care of it?
-That's right.
-Can it sleep in my bed?
-Maya, the monkey has to stay here.
It'll be better off here.
But you'll still be taking care of it.
-Doesn't it have a mother?
-It doesn't.
-It's an orphan?
-Not anymore.
We'll take care of it. It won't be alone.
Lucky monkey. Let's feed it!
The doctors will do that for now.
You have to come up with a name.
-Maya then. All monkeys are called Maya.
-Don't tease her.
-Rapunzel?
-It's a boy. It's not very appropriate.
And one other thing. The support money.
Got distracted with the monkey.
Chill. They're loaded with cash.
-Tell your mom that I'm sorry.
-Don't apologise.
She told you. They're loaded.
I'm going to sign the adoption papers.
Unless you mind, of course.
We don't!
I want to show you something tomorrow.
It's my phone.
Move!
Look.
The middle window on the third floor.
Well?
Well, the teacher lives there.
-Which one?
-Penev, of course!
No way! What do we do now?
Just watch.
Can I ask you something?
Shoot.
Do you have a boyfriend?
-Is that important right now?
-Just asking. Pavel, for instance?
No way!
Why not? He's cool. Makes great sounds.
Why don't you get a boyfriend
who makes great sounds?
Perhaps an older guy then?
What?
Someone you like.
He doesn't have to be your boyfriend.
Older guy!
-What does that mean?
-Well, older, like me.
There!
Take this.
It's Grandma's.
Does she know you took it?
She doesn't need binoculars in heaven.
There's no opera there. Have a look.
She's a
"He."
Hey, Mom, what's up?
I was gonna call back in a bit.
And the smile?
An involuntary spasm.
What are the chances?
Not great, yet there's always a chance.
But I'm not a magician either.
What should I tell the kids?
They are just children.
Surprises are yet to come.
This could take long,
and there are no guarantees.
It's always best to tell them the truth.
Come here.
The doctor didn't mention eight days.
He said it would take long.
I doubt it would take much longer.
It's cold in here.
Even my shoulders are shivering.
My shoulders, Mom.
I'm sorry I left like that
Do you think Penev recognised us?
Actually, I don't care if he did.
Will we be able to visit Dad?
-Next time when I come--
-Watch this now!
-What do you think?
-Maya!
I can hear you! No need to shout.
Now is not the time to yell.
Hey, have you ever had sex?
Excuse me?
I'm just wondering about it.
-I think it's disgusting.
-Bullshit!
It's not bullshit.
I can picture it well.
Naked. Makes me wanna puke.
People don't puke when they
Sex is just sex. People have it.
Not true. Mom and Dad don't have sex.
-How would you know?
-I know for sure!
If I had a boyfriend,
we'd be doing other things.
-Like what?
-Cool stuff!
You think you're so cool
just because you've had sex!
Mr. Nilsson.
No, it's me, Iva.
-Let's name the monkey Mr. Nilsson.
-That's dumb, but fine.
Kamen.
This is even dumber.
This is Kamen.
What's so funny about Mr. Nilsson?
If you don't like it, you choose.
You should have seen the jump I made,
unreal.
You've always said
I should be in a circus. That's true.
Even Kamen was stunned.
Imagine, a guy like him, stunned.
We are doing just fine with Iva,
don't worry about it.
You know, I was thinking,
let's paint my room when you come back.
Green.
You are lazy, right?
You can't get yourself
to paint a room. I'll help.
Leave him alone.
It's okay. He likes it when I do that.
He doesn't like anything now.
Who? Daddy? Not true.
Your dad is in a coma.
I know that. He'll be out soon.
I hope you're right.
Come on. You should go.
Can I stay a bit longer? Because
Just a minute.
Okay.
Daddy, this doctor doesn't know anything.
PENEV IS A TRANSVESTITE
The class has begun.
Open your textbooks to page 64. Please.
Writing such stuff is unacceptable.
The blackboard is only for things
related to the learning process.
We didn't write anything.
Surveillance cameras.
-Funded by a European programme.
-A programme for students' surveillance?
What was it called?
European programme for total
and constant surveillance of teenagers
with the purpose of ensuring
their personal safety.
Exactly. Safety and
I'll have to expel you from school.
I wonder if another school will accept you
after this incident.
Probably not.
But Mr. Penev really is a--
Well, he's not.
Mr. Penev, why are you lying!
Young lady!
Mr. Principal,
please show some understanding.
This is a difficult moment for the girls.
Their father is in a coma.
They didn't know what they were doing.
What's going on?
I think the principal says
that Penev isn't a trannie.
Bullshit. It's obvious he is.
And that nymphomaniac
She's hot. She only eats raw nuts.
Just look at her body.
Their moms should threaten
to sue the school.
Wait! Something's happening.
So
the anniversary of our school
is coming up.
They will apologise in front of everybody.
On the new microphones.
We have new mikes
paid by a European programme.
What was it about?
Let me check.
Leave it, no need.
You can check later.
Unfortunately, the rules are quite clear
in cases like this.
-I'm begging you.
-No, I'm begging you!
There are still two months to go
till the anniversary.
There's enough time for you to react.
Mr. Penev!
React to what?
Start looking for a new school
for your children.
You can go now.
Please check the name of the programme
that provided the new microphones.
They'll kick them out.
I don't think so.
They'd rather fire Penev.
You go. I'll stay for a while.
Aren't you coming to see Daddy?
I need to copy a lesson.
Do you want me to tell him something?
I'll just say hi then.
How is he doing?
No change.
We're having some strange noises at home.
-The doctor is afraid that--
-We might be having a poltergeist.
And if it is a poltergeist,
I just don't know what to think.
We have to go.
No one deserves a poltergeist
in their house.
This is our conductor. Lieutenant Droumev.
We are his chorus.
I understand.
He's unwell.
My dad's unwell too. This is Dad.
Lieutenant Droumev will recover.
I know. My father will get better too.
He's fine actually, he just needs
to stay in bed for a while.
We'll help Lieutenant Droumev get well.
We'll sing to him.
Do you sing opera?
These guys are completely nuts.
Of course they are.
What do you like about them?
Okay, when you get out of here,
you can join their chorus.
Hey, Dad. Iva's mom is so tense.
I can't believe you kissed her
once upon a time.
Hey, watch where you are going!
At first you might think
that physics phenomena
have nothing to do with your life.
But they are all around us.
For example, cooking.
Modern cuisine is unthinkable
without the boiling process.
This is a direct link
between physics and dinner.
The difference
in the physical quantity temperature
turns a raw potato into a boiled one.
We are out of marker pens again.
Maya, would you go fetch some
from the staffroom?
Have you hurt yourself again?
No, no. It's an old story.
Mr. Penev!
I was just looking for you.
The principal says we should avoid details
of the incident in the report.
-It's best for my own reputation too.
-I see. Okay, I'll change it.
Why aren't you in class?
Mrs. Nikolova sent me to get a marker pen.
Go on then! You know where we keep them!
Lipstick would do just fine too.
It's okay, no problem. Here! Take these.
Please, come with me.
Could you help me with the report?
You're such an expert in reports.
There! I'm good to go.
You just take it easy in bed.
And you say I'm stubborn.
And shave yourself.
What are you laughing at?
You look older with a beard.
Check out the hair clips Mom got me.
You know what? Lately, Iva is
She's weird.
I don't think she wants to come here.
She has changed a lot.
But she still loves you.
Forget it.
Look at this.
Here's the proof!
I told you we weren't crazy.
Daddy, stop fooling around.
Come on now!
Did you really think
I'd put lipstick on you?
It's used.
This junk food you're eating
is very bad for you.
Shut up and peel your kiwi.
Obesity is a huge problem in the States.
Sandwiches are full of trans fats.
Your heart gets swollen,
you blood pressure spikes.
-That won't happen to me.
-Just don't eat too much.
Maybe you shouldn't eat too much!
I don't. No more kiwis as of next Monday.
Hi.
Hey, Maya.
Is everything okay?
-How are you?
-I'm okay.
You are okay.
-Maya, what's wrong?
-Nothing.
-Is it Dad? How is he?
-He was asking about you.
I told him you're busy.
-I'm not busy.
-He's not mad at you.
He understands.
I I'll come.
You are welcome. He'll smile back at you.
-I want to cook something for him.
-Forget it.
He only eats through those tubes.
I wanted to surprise him.
No point coming empty-handed.
Just come, this will surprise him.
What is this? Is it yours?
Not really.
Hey, dwarf, where's your neck brace?
Call me a dwarf again
and you'll see a neck brace!
Chill. I am joking.
-What was that?
-None of your business.
Look at them.
Psychos.
All kinds of freaks. And Penev
Don't pick on him, all right!
You know about Penev.
I can read him like a book.
You don't have a clue!
Maya, all kinds of things happen
because of him.
Our dad lies there, while you
Maya!
Maya
I'm listening.
-Look--
-Good afternoon, sir.
Good afternoon.
Look, Maya, I'll talk to the principal.
Yeah? Aren't you afraid of him?
No, I'm not.
-I'll think of something.
-Okay.
Don't worry about it. I He trusts me
He's probably the only one who trusts you.
I don't think you
and your sister had the right to--
I'm sorry, but we're busy right now.
We have work to do.
Maya!
This is a monkey. If it eats as much
as you do, it'll become an ape.
I don't eat much, I'm big-boned.
-There was this relative--
-He was big-boned too, right?
Pavka, cut it out
with the background noise.
His name is Mr. Nilsson.
It's good that he has a name.
Otherwise he won't be able
to fill out a single form.
What forms would he be filling out?
-If he wants to travel abroad.
-Without a name you're a nobody.
You can't even get married.
For example, I can tell right away
when people are in love
and when they are friends.
-Good for you.
-It's really easy.
Those in love eat ice cream
from the same cone.
They don't care
if the other has chickenpox.
What's chickenpox when you're in love!
Your brain works in a different way.
Yeah, that's right.
You and Maya also ate once.
-Didn't actually eat.
-What are you talking about?
Just saying that Pavel drank
out of your bottle once.
I wonder if his brain works
in a different way.
Right. I know what I saw.
Cut the bullshit!
Why did I bring you here?
I'm home.
I'm back.
Yes, I'm almost ready.
You'll look very beautiful.
Dad will like you so much.
He likes it when I'm wearing a dress.
I can also put on a dress.
To make him happy.
You in a dress?
Mom.
Dad will be okay,
he just needs to lie in bed for a while.
-And he'll be right back?
-Absolutely.
And you'll annoy us again with that music?
I'll play it nonstop.
I won't be able to sleep a wink.
We're from the zoo.
We're looking for Andrey
Yeah, Andrey. He's not home.
Shall we pass him a message?
The monkey is missing. His monkey.
It was stolen.
It often turns out that it's done
by the adoptive parents.
That's what we need.
-Do you know anything about this?
-No.
We need to file
a search request with the police.
Then do it.
You have adopted
Mr. Nilsson.
The request should be filed by the zoo
And you.
I see. But I can't do this today.
We'd better go to the police now.
Together.
Are you serious?
-Tomorrow might be too late.
-It can leave the country.
Please go.
I'll wait for you at the hospital.
Okay. Bring me the handbag.
Actually, no need. It's here.
I'm going to Daddy.
-Hurry. Visiting hours are nearly over.
-Okay.
Is there a turkey in there?
There's no point.
It's not a turkey.
I mean, it can't pass through the tubes.
I know.
Your dad is lucky to have you.
There are two of us.
Two daughters.
Dad, enough lying around in bed.
I'm taking you home today.
He really hates opera.
He'll literally jump to the ceiling.
And then we're out of here.
Daddy
What's going on, Dad?
Don't joke like that!
Daddy!
I
Unbelievable.
-You almost killed your dad.
-I
Go home!
I just wanted to help him
From now on,
I'll be attending all your visits. Go.
Come on.
Leave!
-Yeah, you're all grown up
-I am.
Then you won't call me Daddy anymore.
I guess. I don't really
Just look at the elephant.
-What about it?
-Looks like it's sleeping.
-While standing?
-I think that's how they sleep.
Do you think elephants dream?
Only when they sleep.
I also had a dream last night.
Was it a cool one?
Just a dream, nothing special.
Something like a movie?
Kind of.
In the dream I'm in my car,
waiting in line near a lake.
I realise that when your turn comes, you
have to jump in the lake and it's done.
What's done?
The lake takes you in and it all ends.
Or it begins
Movies are more fun.
But the line was too long.
Some were waiting in their cars.
Others were standing in groups, smoking
and complaining about the waiting time.
-What nonsense.
-Be quiet!
There was this controller.
He let a car pass. It gained speed
and fell into the lake, but didn't sink.
The lake was full of cars.
Then the controller came over
and told us they were closing.
"No more vacancies," he said.
We spent the whole day in the cold.
You should have worn something warm.
We didn't expect such a long waiting time.
The controller said that if it was urgent,
we should be there earlier the next day.
Then we dispersed
What does this dream mean?
I don't know. I'm a dentist.
It's just a dream. Doesn't mean anything.
-Should I be afraid?
-Why should you? I'm here with you.
-You are, aren't you, Daddy?
-Did you just say "Daddy"?
-Did you tell her already?
-Tell me what?
-Come on, tell her.
-I know.
An operation, tubes in the nose.
Back home in eight days. In the evening.
That's not what I meant.
Maya, I wanna see Dad.
He's not smiling anymore.
I guess he is not having lots of fun.
He was always smiling when I came alone.
I wasn't coming because
I don't really know why.
He doesn't like being stroked on the face.
What are we gonna do?
There's nothing to be afraid of.
Worse things happen.
Like what?
Like, floods, storms
Okay, you can stroke his face,
but do it very gently.
Kamen likes you very much.
He says you're nuts and brave.
-Yeah, right.
-It's true.
I'll also stroke him very gently.
I'll show you something tomorrow
at school.
Penev?
Hell no! Something way cooler.
I'm glad you're home early.
I love it when you do that.
Then we can talk.
We can always talk.
When we are alone, me and you
You gave the kids my 3D glasses.
In case a UFO lands.
-In the yard?
-Yes. Over there. On the lawn.
I was just contemplating the perfect spot
for a UFO landing.
Yeah, it's great. That spot is perfect.
That's why I gave them your glasses.
They need to see the aliens in 3D.
-I think aliens are 3D anyway.
-I don't know, Iva.
Let them keep the glasses.
Things like that don't happen every day.
I went to see Dad in the hospital.
Oh, him and his hospital.
He's still in a coma.
Before, he was smiling. Now he's not.
His is a very strange case.
He's not the only one like that.
But he's your only father.
And he's always been strange.
Andrey is from another world.
Stop it.
It's a metaphor. I'm not crazy.
-You think you were married to an alien?
-Yes.
You could put it that way.
So I'm a half-alien.
True.
Coco.
I'm home.
Look, this is you and your sister
on your first school day.
-And this one is from the same day.
-Yeah, you're right.
You looked so much alike
when you were younger.
A lot.
You're not so alike now.
No, we are not.
When you grow up, you might look like her.
I'm pretty sure.
You're absent-minded.
What are you thinking about?
That in a few years
we'll definitely be alike again.
Or are you thinking about a boy?
That's ridiculous. I'm fine.
Your bag is almost full.
Bananas are very good for you.
Aren't they too many for you?
Are you feeding a monkey?
All right then
There is a boy I like from another grade.
His name's Valeri.
-Valeri?
-That's right.
-And he eats a lot of bananas?
-He's crazy about them.
He's got this disease
and has to eat only bananas.
Okay, not only, but mainly
It's really nice of you.
Here, bring him some.
Yeah, it's kind of nice.
Well, I'm off.
He needs to eat them at a specific hour.
Hurry, don't miss the right time.
We have to be very careful
when we're feeding the monkey.
Why so, Fatty? Care to explain?
It could become obese.
This is not the monkey's natural habitat.
He is full of pent-up energy.
When he's in the wild,
he eats two bananas for lunch.
But now, it should be just one.
And what about you?
What about me?
If I'm in the country
and plough the land daily,
I can eat a loaf of bread with butter.
-The same goes for sweets.
-It was about time!
Oh, no!
This can't be true.
Iva, the monkey has no mother.
And it's yours anyway.
And now what? Bananas.
Yeah, but we gotta be very careful.
-So it doesn't put on weight?
-You see? A girl with class.
How will we manage?
Look at this group of people.
We'll manage.
It's a big responsibility.
You think I don't know that?
I'll better tell Kamen. He can help too.
How?
He'll pick bananas without a ladder?
Just kidding, sis.
There's your boy.
He's cute, that's a fact.
-Yeah, he is.
-Like out of a movie.
-A comedy
-Yeah, a teenage one.
Relax. I'm not scary.
-Not at all.
-I'm not scared.
There's no reason for that.
Goodbye, Mr. Penev.
He tried to touch you.
It's okay.
It's not. He tried to touch you.
Kamen, relax, man.
Nothing has happened.
-He won't get away with this.
-Kamen
He did it unintentionally. Stop it.
Maya
Calm down.
The aliens can do
whatever they want to us.
Not in here. This is a hospital.
They stop at nothing.
You'd better go home.
You'll get a bit distressed here.
-Andrey is lying there.
-Yes, just a bit longer.
Better go home.
You're a good kid, Maya.
Kiss the twins for me.
Where is the conductor?
-Good afternoon.
-Did he pass away?
He did.
He got out of it, you could say.
How's my dad?
-He's been in a coma for a long time.
-Yeah.
I know he's been in a coma
for a long time.
Is anything going to change?
For the time being, he'll stay like that.
Until when?
No one knows. His heart is strong.
It looks like he's yet to suffer
for quite a while on this earth.
Is that why he stopped smiling?
Well, there's nothing funny here
And what are you working on?
I am filling out some charts.
-Is my dad in them?
-No.
-I mean, he's not in these specifically.
-I see.
Goodbye, sir.
Maya.
Hi.
-Hi. Looking for Iva?
-Actually, no.
She was tired and went to bed.
No problem at all.
What's wrong, sweetie?
Should I wake her up? Kids
Kids, don't! Absolutely not.
My sister needs to rest.
She has a test tomorrow.
Don't wake her up.
At least come in for a cup of tea.
I can't. I'm very busy myself.
Exams, you know.
I'm off then!
Hey, Iva, it's me. What's up?
How come?
Well, if you have an early start tomorrow
No, go to sleep.
Okay, bye
Come sit with us.
Don't invite her.
We are used to being together.
-You mean, we're fine as it is.
-Yeah.
I don't need to sit.
You two are great there.
-This is it.
-And you won't get in trouble for that?
I won't.
-Good evening!
-Evenin'.
I LEFT MY HOMELAND TO SUCCEED
ART IS MY ONLY FAMILY
HELLO, LEO. I HOPE I FIND YOU WELL
It's time.
It's time.
Mom, I was deep asleep.
I know, but you have to get up.
Here. Take these to the zoo.
-So all the monkeys can eat.
-Thank you.
Including Pavel and Fatty.
Okay, ready for my turn.
-Poor Mr. Nilsson
-He's just fine.
He's got the whole attic to himself.
Why don't you live here among these desks?
Mr. Nilsson has never been to Africa.
It's dangerous.
What's this gibberish again, Fatty?
Imagine he climbs on the windowsill
and loses his balance.
A monkey losing its balance?
I'm just worried
that it can get itself killed.
If he falls, he'd still have more freedom
than in the zoo cage.
Now take a banana and get lost.
See? They're also hungry.
Mr. Nilsson
you are doing fine.
You are lucky because we love you.
Mom loves you, Dad too
They sent you food.
But Mr. Penev has nothing.
He has no friends
no mother
no monkey.
He's alone in the world.
He's alone, even here in school.
Where did the sound go?
You're restless. What's up?
There's nothing interesting to see
out there, Irina. Watch TV.
And why is there no sound?
Get up and go to your room.
I was just watching.
Go to bed.
-And the kids?
-They'll sleep wherever I say. Go to bed.
-Is everything okay?
-Yes.
The first time was more exciting.
And now it isn't?
If Penev comes back,
you'll feel the thrill.
No way he gets back now.
This opera is four hours long.
Iva!
-Iva!
-Keep quiet!
What are you doing? Let's go.
I won't have time to upload the recording.
Go. I'm coming in a bit.
Anyway, I'll have to wait for you.
Okay, you can take the bike.
I'll see you in front of the school.
DON'T WORRY ABOUT THE MONEY
SO MANY YEARS HAVE PASSED,
I WANT TO SEE YOU
Talk fast. What's up?
You grown-ups are always so busy.
About Mr. Nilsson
Why don't we let him go?
Maya, he can't live in the city
all by himself!
How do you know that?
He's managing quite well in the attic.
-But he's all alone up there.
-Not at all.
You've showered him with bananas.
Maya?
Maya?
I'm here. I'm thinking.
About?
About Penev.
What about him?
Let's leave him alone.
Big deal he wears his mom's dress.
How do you
-When have you been here? I mean, there.
-Doesn't matter.
He's not well.
And Daddy is not well either.
Why do you pretend to not see that?
You all pretend.
Maya, I--
Relax, you don't have to deal with that.
You're all grown up,
but grown-ups don't get everything.
Don't you worry about it.
I'll fix everything. Bye.
Did you read it?
What do you think about it?
She invited you to meet.
She sent you a ticket.
So kind of her.
How could I afford it
on my teacher's salary.
-Mr. Penev, I just wanted to understand.
-And what do you understand, dear?
What do you think you know now?
"Mr. Penev is our soul mate,
he is just like us.
His mother was in a coma,
our father is in a coma.
The trannie has a soul after all!"
-That's not what I thought.
-I don't care.
Because there's no way you would know.
You father hasn't left.
He hasn't abandoned you
to conquer the world.
He was here throughout, wasn't he?
Yes, he was.
She must have loved me too.
Maybe that's why she sent me the letter.
To let me know.
But when I arrived,
she was unable to speak
or see how grown up I was.
Maybe she wanted to tell you
that she was thinking about you
-and that she was sorry.
-"Sorry."
She probably loved me.
I'm her son after all.
-At least you saw each other in the end.
-Yeah right, we met.
She never really saw me.
I waited for her to open her eyes
and look at me
to tell me why she called me.
And why she left me.
They never say a thing.
They never say a thing
The doctor called me to talk to me.
He told me that as her son,
I had the right to sign the papers.
What papers?
You sign them and you let somebody go.
Like opening the window
so that the monkey can leave the attic.
I told you, you don't understand.
And the papers?
I signed them.
Children have that right.
No matter if you've loved them or not,
children can make this decision.
Mr. Penev, I need to go now.
It's very urgent!
I'm sorry
Go.
Daddy
I know. Calm down.
It's all over.
Nothing's over.
There's so much ahead of us.
Yeah, there is.
We are still so young.
Especially you.
Especially me.
It's so quiet.
Because people sleep till late.
I wonder if Penev sleeps in a nightie.
Quick, get up!
Let's go. Fast. Come on.
Is the principal here?
Slow down, girls.
He just came in a minute ago.
I don't understand your decision.
You're one of the best professionals
we have.
Mr. Principal, sir!
Mr. Principal!
Quiet. Don't speak.
There's a fire in the building. Leave!
Fire! Everything's on fire! Fire!
The expelled girls! Stop it!
What's going on here?
Everybody back to class!
Police. Somebody call the police!
It's okay. Calm down.
Thank you, Mr. Penev!
You're a trustworthy teacher.
Please take these savages outside.
And I hope you'll reconsider
your decision to leave.
There is no way I would reconsider.
Tell her to turn off the music.
Let her be. Now's the time to annoy us.
She's really getting on my nerves!
Maya!
I'll be back in ten days.
-Seven.
-Nine.
-Seven.
-On the eighth day, in the evening.
Andrey, you'd better tell her now.
'Cause later I'll have tubes in my mouth?
-What tubes?
-How should I know!
-Don't they put tubes in after a surgery?
-Stop it! You've gotta tell her.
There's no point. I'm in and out.
No need to know about the hospital.
Maya, you are driving us nuts!
Let her be.
Now's the time to get on our nerves.
I don't have a problem with that.
But of course, by all means. Listen
You didn't make your bed.
And you left the window open.
We'll get robbed.
There are these boys
who climb like monkeys.
And you think she cares?
You also left the TV on.
The TV radiation is so harmful.
I feel it with my back.
The rays just go through me.
Okay, Mom.
Iva! Did you see his socks?
-He has no socks.
-Exactly.
What's going on in this school?
They'll drive us crazy.
I just hope he's not going commando. Look
Check this out.
Is this Mrs. Deneva?
Iva!
I see you're having lots of fun.
Would you mind sharing with us?
Switch to channel 38.
-Switch. It's important.
-Mom
Channel 38.
I'm really worried about the aliens.
I don't get them.
Where have you seen aliens?
On channel 38.
If they come here,
should I protect the kids?
-Why? Do they eat kids?
-No. They snatch them.
They experiment on them.
Inject them with stuff.
And God forbid if they kidnap me.
I hope they snatch me.
If they take me,
who'll take care of the kids?
We'll get by somehow.
I've always said
that hunting resembles life itself.
One day you're flying high,
and the next day, well
Don't forget that.
-Switch to channel 38.
-Don't.
No need for that.
Switch to channel 38.
-How's your father, sweetie?
-My father?
Why did you think of him?
He's all right.
Turn it up. I can't hear a thing!
I've been thinking about him recently.
He's fine.
If it's about my allowance,
I'll get it. Is it urgent?
I'm not dependent on this money,
you know that.
It's a matter of principle, sweetie.
Once you come face to face with death
you realise just how stupid,
how petty
our daily quarrels and worries are,
and just how grand and generous life is!
Did you tell her already?
Tell me what?
Come on, tell her.
I know. An operation, tubes in the nose.
-Back in eight days. In the evening.
-That's not what I meant.
We'll have a new addition to our family.
-Are you pregnant?
-Very funny!
My sister gave birth to a monkey!
Hilarious.
We adopted it.
Now it's ours. Actually, yours.
-Mine?
-Didn't you hear? Ours.
-And we'll take care of it?
-That's right.
-Can it sleep in my bed?
-Maya, the monkey has to stay here.
It'll be better off here.
But you'll still be taking care of it.
-Doesn't it have a mother?
-It doesn't.
-It's an orphan?
-Not anymore.
We'll take care of it. It won't be alone.
Lucky monkey. Let's feed it!
The doctors will do that for now.
You have to come up with a name.
-Maya then. All monkeys are called Maya.
-Don't tease her.
-Rapunzel?
-It's a boy. It's not very appropriate.
And one other thing. The support money.
Got distracted with the monkey.
Chill. They're loaded with cash.
-Tell your mom that I'm sorry.
-Don't apologise.
She told you. They're loaded.
I'm going to sign the adoption papers.
Unless you mind, of course.
We don't!
I want to show you something tomorrow.
It's my phone.
Move!
Look.
The middle window on the third floor.
Well?
Well, the teacher lives there.
-Which one?
-Penev, of course!
No way! What do we do now?
Just watch.
Can I ask you something?
Shoot.
Do you have a boyfriend?
-Is that important right now?
-Just asking. Pavel, for instance?
No way!
Why not? He's cool. Makes great sounds.
Why don't you get a boyfriend
who makes great sounds?
Perhaps an older guy then?
What?
Someone you like.
He doesn't have to be your boyfriend.
Older guy!
-What does that mean?
-Well, older, like me.
There!
Take this.
It's Grandma's.
Does she know you took it?
She doesn't need binoculars in heaven.
There's no opera there. Have a look.
She's a
"He."
Hey, Mom, what's up?
I was gonna call back in a bit.
And the smile?
An involuntary spasm.
What are the chances?
Not great, yet there's always a chance.
But I'm not a magician either.
What should I tell the kids?
They are just children.
Surprises are yet to come.
This could take long,
and there are no guarantees.
It's always best to tell them the truth.
Come here.
The doctor didn't mention eight days.
He said it would take long.
I doubt it would take much longer.
It's cold in here.
Even my shoulders are shivering.
My shoulders, Mom.
I'm sorry I left like that
Do you think Penev recognised us?
Actually, I don't care if he did.
Will we be able to visit Dad?
-Next time when I come--
-Watch this now!
-What do you think?
-Maya!
I can hear you! No need to shout.
Now is not the time to yell.
Hey, have you ever had sex?
Excuse me?
I'm just wondering about it.
-I think it's disgusting.
-Bullshit!
It's not bullshit.
I can picture it well.
Naked. Makes me wanna puke.
People don't puke when they
Sex is just sex. People have it.
Not true. Mom and Dad don't have sex.
-How would you know?
-I know for sure!
If I had a boyfriend,
we'd be doing other things.
-Like what?
-Cool stuff!
You think you're so cool
just because you've had sex!
Mr. Nilsson.
No, it's me, Iva.
-Let's name the monkey Mr. Nilsson.
-That's dumb, but fine.
Kamen.
This is even dumber.
This is Kamen.
What's so funny about Mr. Nilsson?
If you don't like it, you choose.
You should have seen the jump I made,
unreal.
You've always said
I should be in a circus. That's true.
Even Kamen was stunned.
Imagine, a guy like him, stunned.
We are doing just fine with Iva,
don't worry about it.
You know, I was thinking,
let's paint my room when you come back.
Green.
You are lazy, right?
You can't get yourself
to paint a room. I'll help.
Leave him alone.
It's okay. He likes it when I do that.
He doesn't like anything now.
Who? Daddy? Not true.
Your dad is in a coma.
I know that. He'll be out soon.
I hope you're right.
Come on. You should go.
Can I stay a bit longer? Because
Just a minute.
Okay.
Daddy, this doctor doesn't know anything.
PENEV IS A TRANSVESTITE
The class has begun.
Open your textbooks to page 64. Please.
Writing such stuff is unacceptable.
The blackboard is only for things
related to the learning process.
We didn't write anything.
Surveillance cameras.
-Funded by a European programme.
-A programme for students' surveillance?
What was it called?
European programme for total
and constant surveillance of teenagers
with the purpose of ensuring
their personal safety.
Exactly. Safety and
I'll have to expel you from school.
I wonder if another school will accept you
after this incident.
Probably not.
But Mr. Penev really is a--
Well, he's not.
Mr. Penev, why are you lying!
Young lady!
Mr. Principal,
please show some understanding.
This is a difficult moment for the girls.
Their father is in a coma.
They didn't know what they were doing.
What's going on?
I think the principal says
that Penev isn't a trannie.
Bullshit. It's obvious he is.
And that nymphomaniac
She's hot. She only eats raw nuts.
Just look at her body.
Their moms should threaten
to sue the school.
Wait! Something's happening.
So
the anniversary of our school
is coming up.
They will apologise in front of everybody.
On the new microphones.
We have new mikes
paid by a European programme.
What was it about?
Let me check.
Leave it, no need.
You can check later.
Unfortunately, the rules are quite clear
in cases like this.
-I'm begging you.
-No, I'm begging you!
There are still two months to go
till the anniversary.
There's enough time for you to react.
Mr. Penev!
React to what?
Start looking for a new school
for your children.
You can go now.
Please check the name of the programme
that provided the new microphones.
They'll kick them out.
I don't think so.
They'd rather fire Penev.
You go. I'll stay for a while.
Aren't you coming to see Daddy?
I need to copy a lesson.
Do you want me to tell him something?
I'll just say hi then.
How is he doing?
No change.
We're having some strange noises at home.
-The doctor is afraid that--
-We might be having a poltergeist.
And if it is a poltergeist,
I just don't know what to think.
We have to go.
No one deserves a poltergeist
in their house.
This is our conductor. Lieutenant Droumev.
We are his chorus.
I understand.
He's unwell.
My dad's unwell too. This is Dad.
Lieutenant Droumev will recover.
I know. My father will get better too.
He's fine actually, he just needs
to stay in bed for a while.
We'll help Lieutenant Droumev get well.
We'll sing to him.
Do you sing opera?
These guys are completely nuts.
Of course they are.
What do you like about them?
Okay, when you get out of here,
you can join their chorus.
Hey, Dad. Iva's mom is so tense.
I can't believe you kissed her
once upon a time.
Hey, watch where you are going!
At first you might think
that physics phenomena
have nothing to do with your life.
But they are all around us.
For example, cooking.
Modern cuisine is unthinkable
without the boiling process.
This is a direct link
between physics and dinner.
The difference
in the physical quantity temperature
turns a raw potato into a boiled one.
We are out of marker pens again.
Maya, would you go fetch some
from the staffroom?
Have you hurt yourself again?
No, no. It's an old story.
Mr. Penev!
I was just looking for you.
The principal says we should avoid details
of the incident in the report.
-It's best for my own reputation too.
-I see. Okay, I'll change it.
Why aren't you in class?
Mrs. Nikolova sent me to get a marker pen.
Go on then! You know where we keep them!
Lipstick would do just fine too.
It's okay, no problem. Here! Take these.
Please, come with me.
Could you help me with the report?
You're such an expert in reports.
There! I'm good to go.
You just take it easy in bed.
And you say I'm stubborn.
And shave yourself.
What are you laughing at?
You look older with a beard.
Check out the hair clips Mom got me.
You know what? Lately, Iva is
She's weird.
I don't think she wants to come here.
She has changed a lot.
But she still loves you.
Forget it.
Look at this.
Here's the proof!
I told you we weren't crazy.
Daddy, stop fooling around.
Come on now!
Did you really think
I'd put lipstick on you?
It's used.
This junk food you're eating
is very bad for you.
Shut up and peel your kiwi.
Obesity is a huge problem in the States.
Sandwiches are full of trans fats.
Your heart gets swollen,
you blood pressure spikes.
-That won't happen to me.
-Just don't eat too much.
Maybe you shouldn't eat too much!
I don't. No more kiwis as of next Monday.
Hi.
Hey, Maya.
Is everything okay?
-How are you?
-I'm okay.
You are okay.
-Maya, what's wrong?
-Nothing.
-Is it Dad? How is he?
-He was asking about you.
I told him you're busy.
-I'm not busy.
-He's not mad at you.
He understands.
I I'll come.
You are welcome. He'll smile back at you.
-I want to cook something for him.
-Forget it.
He only eats through those tubes.
I wanted to surprise him.
No point coming empty-handed.
Just come, this will surprise him.
What is this? Is it yours?
Not really.
Hey, dwarf, where's your neck brace?
Call me a dwarf again
and you'll see a neck brace!
Chill. I am joking.
-What was that?
-None of your business.
Look at them.
Psychos.
All kinds of freaks. And Penev
Don't pick on him, all right!
You know about Penev.
I can read him like a book.
You don't have a clue!
Maya, all kinds of things happen
because of him.
Our dad lies there, while you
Maya!
Maya
I'm listening.
-Look--
-Good afternoon, sir.
Good afternoon.
Look, Maya, I'll talk to the principal.
Yeah? Aren't you afraid of him?
No, I'm not.
-I'll think of something.
-Okay.
Don't worry about it. I He trusts me
He's probably the only one who trusts you.
I don't think you
and your sister had the right to--
I'm sorry, but we're busy right now.
We have work to do.
Maya!
This is a monkey. If it eats as much
as you do, it'll become an ape.
I don't eat much, I'm big-boned.
-There was this relative--
-He was big-boned too, right?
Pavka, cut it out
with the background noise.
His name is Mr. Nilsson.
It's good that he has a name.
Otherwise he won't be able
to fill out a single form.
What forms would he be filling out?
-If he wants to travel abroad.
-Without a name you're a nobody.
You can't even get married.
For example, I can tell right away
when people are in love
and when they are friends.
-Good for you.
-It's really easy.
Those in love eat ice cream
from the same cone.
They don't care
if the other has chickenpox.
What's chickenpox when you're in love!
Your brain works in a different way.
Yeah, that's right.
You and Maya also ate once.
-Didn't actually eat.
-What are you talking about?
Just saying that Pavel drank
out of your bottle once.
I wonder if his brain works
in a different way.
Right. I know what I saw.
Cut the bullshit!
Why did I bring you here?
I'm home.
I'm back.
Yes, I'm almost ready.
You'll look very beautiful.
Dad will like you so much.
He likes it when I'm wearing a dress.
I can also put on a dress.
To make him happy.
You in a dress?
Mom.
Dad will be okay,
he just needs to lie in bed for a while.
-And he'll be right back?
-Absolutely.
And you'll annoy us again with that music?
I'll play it nonstop.
I won't be able to sleep a wink.
We're from the zoo.
We're looking for Andrey
Yeah, Andrey. He's not home.
Shall we pass him a message?
The monkey is missing. His monkey.
It was stolen.
It often turns out that it's done
by the adoptive parents.
That's what we need.
-Do you know anything about this?
-No.
We need to file
a search request with the police.
Then do it.
You have adopted
Mr. Nilsson.
The request should be filed by the zoo
And you.
I see. But I can't do this today.
We'd better go to the police now.
Together.
Are you serious?
-Tomorrow might be too late.
-It can leave the country.
Please go.
I'll wait for you at the hospital.
Okay. Bring me the handbag.
Actually, no need. It's here.
I'm going to Daddy.
-Hurry. Visiting hours are nearly over.
-Okay.
Is there a turkey in there?
There's no point.
It's not a turkey.
I mean, it can't pass through the tubes.
I know.
Your dad is lucky to have you.
There are two of us.
Two daughters.
Dad, enough lying around in bed.
I'm taking you home today.
He really hates opera.
He'll literally jump to the ceiling.
And then we're out of here.
Daddy
What's going on, Dad?
Don't joke like that!
Daddy!
I
Unbelievable.
-You almost killed your dad.
-I
Go home!
I just wanted to help him
From now on,
I'll be attending all your visits. Go.
Come on.
Leave!
-Yeah, you're all grown up
-I am.
Then you won't call me Daddy anymore.
I guess. I don't really
Just look at the elephant.
-What about it?
-Looks like it's sleeping.
-While standing?
-I think that's how they sleep.
Do you think elephants dream?
Only when they sleep.
I also had a dream last night.
Was it a cool one?
Just a dream, nothing special.
Something like a movie?
Kind of.
In the dream I'm in my car,
waiting in line near a lake.
I realise that when your turn comes, you
have to jump in the lake and it's done.
What's done?
The lake takes you in and it all ends.
Or it begins
Movies are more fun.
But the line was too long.
Some were waiting in their cars.
Others were standing in groups, smoking
and complaining about the waiting time.
-What nonsense.
-Be quiet!
There was this controller.
He let a car pass. It gained speed
and fell into the lake, but didn't sink.
The lake was full of cars.
Then the controller came over
and told us they were closing.
"No more vacancies," he said.
We spent the whole day in the cold.
You should have worn something warm.
We didn't expect such a long waiting time.
The controller said that if it was urgent,
we should be there earlier the next day.
Then we dispersed
What does this dream mean?
I don't know. I'm a dentist.
It's just a dream. Doesn't mean anything.
-Should I be afraid?
-Why should you? I'm here with you.
-You are, aren't you, Daddy?
-Did you just say "Daddy"?
-Did you tell her already?
-Tell me what?
-Come on, tell her.
-I know.
An operation, tubes in the nose.
Back home in eight days. In the evening.
That's not what I meant.
Maya, I wanna see Dad.
He's not smiling anymore.
I guess he is not having lots of fun.
He was always smiling when I came alone.
I wasn't coming because
I don't really know why.
He doesn't like being stroked on the face.
What are we gonna do?
There's nothing to be afraid of.
Worse things happen.
Like what?
Like, floods, storms
Okay, you can stroke his face,
but do it very gently.
Kamen likes you very much.
He says you're nuts and brave.
-Yeah, right.
-It's true.
I'll also stroke him very gently.
I'll show you something tomorrow
at school.
Penev?
Hell no! Something way cooler.
I'm glad you're home early.
I love it when you do that.
Then we can talk.
We can always talk.
When we are alone, me and you
You gave the kids my 3D glasses.
In case a UFO lands.
-In the yard?
-Yes. Over there. On the lawn.
I was just contemplating the perfect spot
for a UFO landing.
Yeah, it's great. That spot is perfect.
That's why I gave them your glasses.
They need to see the aliens in 3D.
-I think aliens are 3D anyway.
-I don't know, Iva.
Let them keep the glasses.
Things like that don't happen every day.
I went to see Dad in the hospital.
Oh, him and his hospital.
He's still in a coma.
Before, he was smiling. Now he's not.
His is a very strange case.
He's not the only one like that.
But he's your only father.
And he's always been strange.
Andrey is from another world.
Stop it.
It's a metaphor. I'm not crazy.
-You think you were married to an alien?
-Yes.
You could put it that way.
So I'm a half-alien.
True.
Coco.
I'm home.
Look, this is you and your sister
on your first school day.
-And this one is from the same day.
-Yeah, you're right.
You looked so much alike
when you were younger.
A lot.
You're not so alike now.
No, we are not.
When you grow up, you might look like her.
I'm pretty sure.
You're absent-minded.
What are you thinking about?
That in a few years
we'll definitely be alike again.
Or are you thinking about a boy?
That's ridiculous. I'm fine.
Your bag is almost full.
Bananas are very good for you.
Aren't they too many for you?
Are you feeding a monkey?
All right then
There is a boy I like from another grade.
His name's Valeri.
-Valeri?
-That's right.
-And he eats a lot of bananas?
-He's crazy about them.
He's got this disease
and has to eat only bananas.
Okay, not only, but mainly
It's really nice of you.
Here, bring him some.
Yeah, it's kind of nice.
Well, I'm off.
He needs to eat them at a specific hour.
Hurry, don't miss the right time.
We have to be very careful
when we're feeding the monkey.
Why so, Fatty? Care to explain?
It could become obese.
This is not the monkey's natural habitat.
He is full of pent-up energy.
When he's in the wild,
he eats two bananas for lunch.
But now, it should be just one.
And what about you?
What about me?
If I'm in the country
and plough the land daily,
I can eat a loaf of bread with butter.
-The same goes for sweets.
-It was about time!
Oh, no!
This can't be true.
Iva, the monkey has no mother.
And it's yours anyway.
And now what? Bananas.
Yeah, but we gotta be very careful.
-So it doesn't put on weight?
-You see? A girl with class.
How will we manage?
Look at this group of people.
We'll manage.
It's a big responsibility.
You think I don't know that?
I'll better tell Kamen. He can help too.
How?
He'll pick bananas without a ladder?
Just kidding, sis.
There's your boy.
He's cute, that's a fact.
-Yeah, he is.
-Like out of a movie.
-A comedy
-Yeah, a teenage one.
Relax. I'm not scary.
-Not at all.
-I'm not scared.
There's no reason for that.
Goodbye, Mr. Penev.
He tried to touch you.
It's okay.
It's not. He tried to touch you.
Kamen, relax, man.
Nothing has happened.
-He won't get away with this.
-Kamen
He did it unintentionally. Stop it.
Maya
Calm down.
The aliens can do
whatever they want to us.
Not in here. This is a hospital.
They stop at nothing.
You'd better go home.
You'll get a bit distressed here.
-Andrey is lying there.
-Yes, just a bit longer.
Better go home.
You're a good kid, Maya.
Kiss the twins for me.
Where is the conductor?
-Good afternoon.
-Did he pass away?
He did.
He got out of it, you could say.
How's my dad?
-He's been in a coma for a long time.
-Yeah.
I know he's been in a coma
for a long time.
Is anything going to change?
For the time being, he'll stay like that.
Until when?
No one knows. His heart is strong.
It looks like he's yet to suffer
for quite a while on this earth.
Is that why he stopped smiling?
Well, there's nothing funny here
And what are you working on?
I am filling out some charts.
-Is my dad in them?
-No.
-I mean, he's not in these specifically.
-I see.
Goodbye, sir.
Maya.
Hi.
-Hi. Looking for Iva?
-Actually, no.
She was tired and went to bed.
No problem at all.
What's wrong, sweetie?
Should I wake her up? Kids
Kids, don't! Absolutely not.
My sister needs to rest.
She has a test tomorrow.
Don't wake her up.
At least come in for a cup of tea.
I can't. I'm very busy myself.
Exams, you know.
I'm off then!
Hey, Iva, it's me. What's up?
How come?
Well, if you have an early start tomorrow
No, go to sleep.
Okay, bye
Come sit with us.
Don't invite her.
We are used to being together.
-You mean, we're fine as it is.
-Yeah.
I don't need to sit.
You two are great there.
-This is it.
-And you won't get in trouble for that?
I won't.
-Good evening!
-Evenin'.
I LEFT MY HOMELAND TO SUCCEED
ART IS MY ONLY FAMILY
HELLO, LEO. I HOPE I FIND YOU WELL
It's time.
It's time.
Mom, I was deep asleep.
I know, but you have to get up.
Here. Take these to the zoo.
-So all the monkeys can eat.
-Thank you.
Including Pavel and Fatty.
Okay, ready for my turn.
-Poor Mr. Nilsson
-He's just fine.
He's got the whole attic to himself.
Why don't you live here among these desks?
Mr. Nilsson has never been to Africa.
It's dangerous.
What's this gibberish again, Fatty?
Imagine he climbs on the windowsill
and loses his balance.
A monkey losing its balance?
I'm just worried
that it can get itself killed.
If he falls, he'd still have more freedom
than in the zoo cage.
Now take a banana and get lost.
See? They're also hungry.
Mr. Nilsson
you are doing fine.
You are lucky because we love you.
Mom loves you, Dad too
They sent you food.
But Mr. Penev has nothing.
He has no friends
no mother
no monkey.
He's alone in the world.
He's alone, even here in school.
Where did the sound go?
You're restless. What's up?
There's nothing interesting to see
out there, Irina. Watch TV.
And why is there no sound?
Get up and go to your room.
I was just watching.
Go to bed.
-And the kids?
-They'll sleep wherever I say. Go to bed.
-Is everything okay?
-Yes.
The first time was more exciting.
And now it isn't?
If Penev comes back,
you'll feel the thrill.
No way he gets back now.
This opera is four hours long.
Iva!
-Iva!
-Keep quiet!
What are you doing? Let's go.
I won't have time to upload the recording.
Go. I'm coming in a bit.
Anyway, I'll have to wait for you.
Okay, you can take the bike.
I'll see you in front of the school.
DON'T WORRY ABOUT THE MONEY
SO MANY YEARS HAVE PASSED,
I WANT TO SEE YOU
Talk fast. What's up?
You grown-ups are always so busy.
About Mr. Nilsson
Why don't we let him go?
Maya, he can't live in the city
all by himself!
How do you know that?
He's managing quite well in the attic.
-But he's all alone up there.
-Not at all.
You've showered him with bananas.
Maya?
Maya?
I'm here. I'm thinking.
About?
About Penev.
What about him?
Let's leave him alone.
Big deal he wears his mom's dress.
How do you
-When have you been here? I mean, there.
-Doesn't matter.
He's not well.
And Daddy is not well either.
Why do you pretend to not see that?
You all pretend.
Maya, I--
Relax, you don't have to deal with that.
You're all grown up,
but grown-ups don't get everything.
Don't you worry about it.
I'll fix everything. Bye.
Did you read it?
What do you think about it?
She invited you to meet.
She sent you a ticket.
So kind of her.
How could I afford it
on my teacher's salary.
-Mr. Penev, I just wanted to understand.
-And what do you understand, dear?
What do you think you know now?
"Mr. Penev is our soul mate,
he is just like us.
His mother was in a coma,
our father is in a coma.
The trannie has a soul after all!"
-That's not what I thought.
-I don't care.
Because there's no way you would know.
You father hasn't left.
He hasn't abandoned you
to conquer the world.
He was here throughout, wasn't he?
Yes, he was.
She must have loved me too.
Maybe that's why she sent me the letter.
To let me know.
But when I arrived,
she was unable to speak
or see how grown up I was.
Maybe she wanted to tell you
that she was thinking about you
-and that she was sorry.
-"Sorry."
She probably loved me.
I'm her son after all.
-At least you saw each other in the end.
-Yeah right, we met.
She never really saw me.
I waited for her to open her eyes
and look at me
to tell me why she called me.
And why she left me.
They never say a thing.
They never say a thing
The doctor called me to talk to me.
He told me that as her son,
I had the right to sign the papers.
What papers?
You sign them and you let somebody go.
Like opening the window
so that the monkey can leave the attic.
I told you, you don't understand.
And the papers?
I signed them.
Children have that right.
No matter if you've loved them or not,
children can make this decision.
Mr. Penev, I need to go now.
It's very urgent!
I'm sorry
Go.
Daddy
I know. Calm down.
It's all over.
Nothing's over.
There's so much ahead of us.
Yeah, there is.
We are still so young.
Especially you.
Especially me.
It's so quiet.
Because people sleep till late.
I wonder if Penev sleeps in a nightie.
Quick, get up!
Let's go. Fast. Come on.
Is the principal here?
Slow down, girls.
He just came in a minute ago.
I don't understand your decision.
You're one of the best professionals
we have.
Mr. Principal, sir!
Mr. Principal!
Quiet. Don't speak.
There's a fire in the building. Leave!
Fire! Everything's on fire! Fire!
The expelled girls! Stop it!
What's going on here?
Everybody back to class!
Police. Somebody call the police!
It's okay. Calm down.
Thank you, Mr. Penev!
You're a trustworthy teacher.
Please take these savages outside.
And I hope you'll reconsider
your decision to leave.
There is no way I would reconsider.