Steal Her Breath (2024) Movie Script
This town is plagued by a criminal
like we've never seen before.
I cannot say who has abducted the bees,
but one thing I know for certain:
There will be no honey this year
throughout the entire Bear Valley.
Sir Hoppelham, this is a case for
Commissioner Hopps the Rabbit!
A little later,
in Commissioner Hopps the Rabbit's
headquarters.
I'm telling you, Teddy Toffi,
No one will disturb us today
and I can finally cook
my beloved carrot jam.
Mom! Mom, I'm starving!
Your snack is on the table.
But I want candies!
Can you open the candy bag for me?
Just a minute!
Finish listening to your
audiobook, please!
It's already over.
I'm craving candy!
Give me a minute.
What a beautiful evening
we have here, folks.
It's the night before
New Year's Eve.
All you lovebirds out there
must have big plans for tomorrow.
So tell me, who are you spending
the big night with?
Hello?!
Excuse me!
You too.
Have a safe journey home.
I made a reservation.
Well, not me. My wedding planner.
He took care of everything.
Under what name is the reservation?
Oh...
Yeah, "oh."
Ah, how wonderful!
On behalf of our establishment
best wishes...
Shh!
On your wedding?
Oh dear, I didn't mean to...
Melanie, could you please check
for the key card to the suite? Yes?
And you, poor... Careful!
And you, dear,
don't worry too much.
Here's your key card,
and now, whoosh, off you go upstairs.
That's very kind of you.
I hope it's not
inappropriate to ask, but
would you be so kind
as to accompany me to the suite?
Of course, certainly.
And there's the elevator.
Tomorrow night marks
the start of a new year,
and the old one
begins to fade away.
On the left, we have our
honeymoon suite!
Screw that jerk!
The other left!
Oh, are you waiting for me?
Lady!
Hey, keep your distance!
Oh dear...
This is NOT your suite...
I'm sorry.
YOUR suite, it's right here.
Be careful.
See you later, alligator.
Your suite is right over there.
Here. We're already here.
See?
Oops. Thank you!
Come on in.
Right this way.
I think I'm gonna go to sleep now.
That's a very good idea.
Before I do something stupid.
What are you doing there?
Oh my...
Yes, um... Just settle in first.
Ah, and if you need
anything else
don't hesitate to contact me.
Bye-bye!
Phase one complete.
I'm in position.
Damn it.
Long time no see, Bernie.
I wish for a zoo
for Christmas, Mom.
But we just had Christmas.
Will you still help me
write a wish list?
Come here.
Let me give you a hug,
you little rascal.
You know what?
You can just draw your wish list.
You're so good at drawing.
Mommy has to go away
for a little while.
I brought something for tomorrow.
Yay...
Hi Maxine.
Hi neighbor.
Come on in.
Thank you for making time
on such short notice.
Thanks for babysitting? We had
to leave our apartment anyway.
I guess I wasn't clear enough
last time.
You're definitely staying here.
Until tomorrow.
Until I've taken care of him.
But who is the thief then?
Don't you see it, Teddy Toffi?
Come on, tell us, Hopps!
The great honey thief has been right
under our whiskers the whole time.
Isn't that right... Lila Baxter?
You're risking too much for us.
This can't be true!
Mon Dieu. What gave me away?
She's not listening
to anything else right now.
I won't rest until justice prevails.
She wants to be like her mommy.
That's why I became a cop.
Hopefully not.
What are you doing?!
Can't you wait until tomorrow?!
You used to be more cautious.
Well, I had a reason back then.
Here's what you wanted.
EVERYTHING you wanted.
Thank you.
For the hospitality.
It won't last much longer,
old friend.
You're messing with
the wrong guy. He's
too important to the Family.
What's up, old man?
Did you doze off on me?
Hey Kiddo.
Did you get a picture
in that wedding dress for me?
That'll just give you
the wrong idea.
Maybe,
but it's not like
you ever listen to me anyway.
You think I'm making a mistake.
Anyone in their right mind KNOWS
you're making a mistake.
And they also know
the value of that list.
The problem isn't the list.
Think about what we can do
with the money.
What YOU can do with the money.
The problem is
who else wants the list.
Laschla.
I've beaten him before.
You're a thief, Laura!
And he...
Don't mess with him!
No problem.
Your folks never
listened to me either.
And picked the wrong guy
to steal from.
I can't bear to lose all of you
to your own pride!
You won't lose me.
Phase two.
Please don't tell me
I'm going solo on this one.
Phase two.
Uncle!
Signal check.
We've got the bodyguard here,
I assume.
We have access to the systems.
And I've got the master key.
See?
Everything's under control.
As always.
Now what?
Let's run through the plan
one more time.
Stay seated.
I need a moment.
I heard they got you.
Yes.
And... how are you?
The damn leg's messed up,
but as you can see,
I can still walk.
Bernie,
you used to carry me around.
Yes, Maxi.
It's been a long time.
And you taught me how to swim here.
Yes.
And now they're tearing down
this whole place.
Greetings from your father.
Not really greetings,
but he could have prevented me
from being here, and he didn't.
Hey, it would be really nice
if you could come visit us again.
I'm a cop, Bernie!
For now,
but not for long, as the rumors say.
You know, you'll always be one of us.
What's new?
Well, listen up.
Tonight, someone is coming
to the Park Hotel in Heilbronn.
Here, I have a photo.
We don't know his name,
but we know he has something to sell.
The NOX list.
The true identities
of hundreds of investigators,
informants, and undercover agents.
He's coming to meet the buyer.
But honestly, Maxi.
Damn, the buyer ain't normal.
He's insane.
What do you call me?
What do you call me?
Laschla.
Everyone calls you Laschla.
We don't know if the buyer
will come in person.
Doubt it.
He'll send a middleman.
Grab THAT one.
But Maxi, listen up.
If the buyer shows up personally,
then turn around and run.
Run as fast as you can.
Say it!
Say my name!
The one you gave me,
and dare not to pronounce anymore.
Slow Butcher.
Slow Butcher.
No one understands me.
I'm not a butcher. I'm an artist.
I paint. On bodies. With acid.
I cut into bodies with a knife.
And I'm not slow,
I'm patient.
And with all the patience
in the world, I ask you now:
Who else knows about the list
besides me?
Okay.
Yes, I'm coming.
Good. Good luck.
Take care.
It's honorable that you
don't want to show me your pain.
But you're not the first one
hanging here.
My point is:
You're allowed to scream.
Hey! Hey sweetheart!
No!
Wait up. Come here...
Fuck off!
Leave me alone!
Come on, now!
I said NO!
Ey!
What is so incredibly important
that it has to be now, huh?
We need to go somewhere.
Allright then.
What about your brat?
Did you put her in the orphanage?
My neighbor is looking after her.
That blonde with the big milk jugs,
who made the wise decision
to marry a world-class wife-beater?
You'd be smart to keep your distance.
You don't say.
Or do you think it's a good idea
to beat up her hubby
and then invite her into your apartment?
Please stop!
Well, I wouldn't do it if
Internal Affairs were investigating me.
Ah-ah-ah, don't even
think about it.
Maxine, hold it together.
Walk away from this.
Do you even know
who that guy's father is?
Alright. I'll call for backup.
They'll handle it... discreetly.
It would be a shame if you...
Help!
Hey, what...
Hands off, asshole!
Or you could do it that way!
Unbelievable.
By all means, just sit there.
For real?
Well, there's
the city councilman's son's DNA,
in case anyone needs it.
Bite me...
It's freezing in here.
Piece of junk.
Laura, go to your room.
Everything will be fine.
Thanks is the word
you're looking for.
You didn't lift a finger,
just sat there and watched!
If it gets too hot for me,
I'm out of here.
Hey, I just saved your ass!
For how long?
They all think I don't belong here,
no matter what I do!
You think that too Joggl,
don't you?
JOACHIM, for heaven's sake!
They want me to fail.
Unbelievable!
Why else do you think
I got you as a partner, Joggl.
JOACHIM!
Everyone calls you "Joggl".
No one says "Joachim".
Because nobody likes you
and nobody takes you seriously.
Because you're a coward,
corrupt, a grumbler,
and a disgusting asshole.
Plus, your breath reeks.
Hey, do you have a piece of gum
for me by any chance?
Glove compartment.
I never wanted to be
anything else than a cop.
No one's taking this away from me.
Joggl, we need a win, or it's over.
But getting intel from Bernie?
This is pushing the envelope,
even for us.
She's got what we need a chance.
Tonight, we're doing something good.
Something big.
They won't be able to ignore it.
Maxine, if someone finds out
who gave us the info,
we're screwed, big time.
But no one's gonna find out.
I'm not stupid.
No, you're a genius.
A career-less, single-parent,
unfucked genius.
You want to talk?
Fine. What are you hiding from me?
I guess I taught you too much.
Pretty much everything, I'd reckon.
Smartass.
Spill it.
When you were afraid that tumor
in my head would kill me,
and I told you
it wouldn't grow any further...
Don't be too hard on yourself, Kiddo.
I would have never
been able to lie to you
if you hadn't wanted to believe it.
How long do we have?
I'm sorry.
Where are you?
You won't find me.
I'm like you.
I'll find you.
What's good about dying alone?
Good?
Well...
Firstly, I'm finding some peace.
Since I know it's almost over,
I no longer have to look
over my shoulder.
I don't need a revolver
under my pillow anymore.
Why bother anymore?
I'm dying.
And I have a damn good view
while doing it.
Secondly?
See, you're experiencing right now
what your future looks like
if you don't change.
Because you're right, Kiddo,
you're just like me.
No roots, no attachments.
It's always the next job,
the next identity.
And every day there are more people
out there with a score to settle,
and you have to keep running,
never able to stop.
Never again.
Until you either live alone,
or die alone.
You're all I have left.
Not for much longer.
Soon, YOU will be all you have left.
I'll go through with it,
sell the list, take the money, and then,
I'll find you.
Just one more job.
One more job.
Incoming in 15.
Get ready.
The buyer of the NOX list
has his middleman here somewhere.
And there he is,
the fucking bastard.
Language, Joggl.
Potential middleman spotted.
Who?
The fucking bastard by the pillar.
He's acting like he owns the place.
Possible.
It's also possible
that we bail out now
and get someone who knows
what they're doing.
Oh...
What the hell are you talking about?
Blonde hair.
Wow,
let's arrest HER.
And I thought I was under fucked.
Holy shit.
Ah, Ms... uh... Melanie, come along.
Move your ass over here,
something's going down.
Today, we're welcoming
a VERY special New Year's Eve guest.
Aw, crap!
This damn door's stuck again.
Maxine, your ride's the
biggest piece of junk for a stakeout!
He's crazy about pt de fruit.
Mango.
Pineapple, especially.
Everything's packed up.
And THIS looks like pineapple.
Where's the pineapple then?
The green tuft.
Tuft?
The leafy stuff on top of the fruit.
Oh, the other way around.
And I thought that was a guy with...
Well, never mind.
Hmm. So far, unfortunately nothing.
Where is he...
Well, look at that.
The tequila.
Oh, could you hold this
for a moment, please?
He's coming. Well then:
Hop hop hop!
Damn, she's spotted you.
Forget about the hottie.
Let's focus on him.
Yes, I'm back at the hotel now.
No way! It's HER.
What's she onto now?
Oh, the seller.
Get ready, Joggl.
She's about to reveal
who she really is, any moment now.
Fuck.
Mr. Mertens, a warm welcome
back to the Park Hotel.
Here's to an unforgettable
New Year's Eve!
As a token of our appreciation
for your loyalty,
we're delighted to present you
with this small gift.
I'll get back to you later.
Have a nice evening.
Your lady friend is heading up
with the seller.
And the fucking bastard
is following them.
I'll stay on their tail.
I'm hitting the stairs.
Now, don't you worry about ME.
I have what you're looking for.
Just not what I'm looking for.
Not yet.
Ah. One moment.
He takes over from here.
You secure the area downstairs.
So, here I am again.
So, what are we toasting with tomorrow
when your boss gets his hands
on that list?
Dom Prignon seems appropriate to me.
So... until tomorrow, as agreed.
Back off.
I need a moment.
I broke her, Mathis.
The thief.
Hand it over, motherfucker!
Hello?
First of all, everything is going
according to plan,
and Mertens still believes
we're buying tomorrow, but...
No, no, no, no!
I'm not a "but" guy!
Don't tell me what I want to hear
and then fuck me over with a "but",
who does that?
Art thrives on truth.
So?
We're not the only ones.
Laura Nehls.
She's here.
And she's good.
She got ahead of us once before,
back in Prague, with her uncle,
the jewelry job.
Prague, yes, I remember.
Yes.
Bring me what you have to steal.
Today. Now.
I'll take care of her.
Personally.
Alias Karl Otto Brecht.
Nickname: Facelifter.
Real name: Jonathan Wortmann.
Federal Criminal Police Office,
Wiesbaden.
Alias Jutta Sperling.
Nickname: Jause.
Real name: Nicole Alina Rath.
State Criminal Police Office,
Hamburg.
Alias Gregor Wawrzyk.
Sorry...
Fuck off.
Make me a screwdriver.
Coming.
Why are you following me?
I'm following you?
Yes.
You were watching me.
Down at the reception.
And now you're following me.
And I'm asking you why.
What gave me away?
Can I get an answer
to my question?
I'm taking pictures.
You don't say.
Mhm.
And... what are you photographing?
People.
All people?
The ones with a secret.
And what brings you here?
A list.
I like your courage.
I have no courage.
I'm just an idiot.
Sounds harsh.
But it's true.
When it matters,
I always make a stupid decision.
Something comes along
that's dangerous.
And I recognize it.
I know it.
Damn it, Maxine.
Just don't do it this time.
But when a stupid decision calls,
I shout: Here!
Whatever.
Laura.
Maxine.
Your real name?
Interesting question.
Do you really want to photograph me?
Not this.
Me.
Give me ten minutes.
Joggl, can you hear me?
That fucking bastard is in it.
The woman, too,
and I'm going up to her room now.
What?! Are you out of your mind?!
She's hiding something.
But then again, she's not.
As long as it doesn't get
too hot for me... You understand.
Then you'll bail out.
No surprises there... Joggl.
Hello? Excuse me?
Hey, turn off that flashlight,
are you crazy?
Listen, if you're a cop,
you're required to tell me.
That's how it works.
Yes, yes, give me a sec.
Where did I put that damn thing...
Here it is.
Hey...!
What the heck was that?
Joachim Waldemar Morlock, actually.
Everyone calls me Joggl.
Hey, don't worry,
that's not the end of the world.
Mathis.
Clean up.
Wait.
Sit down.
I'm sorry I was so angry earlier.
You know I didn't mean
it like that, right?
I need you.
I NEED you!
They're all out to get me.
Especially that little whore
and her damned uncle.
They've got what's coming to them.
They have no idea what's in store.
I'm on my way to her now.
Do you hear her screaming already?
Oh, I hear her.
I hear her already.
Rest up, kid.
Rest up.
I won't be coming home tonight.
Just a sec, okay?
Look, I've already
got a drink ready for you.
Hey.
Hi.
How about a private tour
of the suite?
What do you think of the view?
Are we looking for
something specific?
Here is good.
And? Any wishes?
The truth.
I haven't lied to you,
not from the moment we met.
Considering we've known
each other for only an hour...
When it comes to lying,
that's a long time for me.
I'm not sure what we're doing here.
A mistake, I would say.
Doesn't feel like one.
Why are you seducing me?
I don't.
You came to me.
Yes, but I didn't seduce you...
Really?
You caught my eye right away.
Down at the reception.
Before you even noticed me.
Hot.
Has it been a while since
someone said that about you?
Yeah, and even back then,
I didn't believe it.
You don't believe
someone finds you hot?
Anticipation.
I get the feeling
we're skipping that.
The jacket's starting to get
in the way now.
Put the camera away.
What's wrong?
Nothing.
Why are you afraid to kiss me?
I'd rather just watch.
You know, you're not
such a good liar up close.
That was a really dumb idea.
Please, don't leave me like this.
I'm sorry.
I can't do more.
I'm not used to being myself.
I'm always just myself.
But I'm not used to
actually liking who I am.
You liked yourself
just a moment ago, didn't you?
Because of you.
What just happened?
I have no idea.
You have no idea?
What? What do you mean?
Fuck.
I mean
you were yourself.
And it'll be some time before
the bed is dry enough to sleep in again.
That's not funny...
It was so beautiful
that you opened up to me.
I usually only open up
to one person.
He's the only one
who really knows me.
He's my family.
Everything I have left.
Is your name really Maxine?
Maxine Walburga Kmmerer.
Walburga...
My father insisted on it.
That was my grandma's name.
She's the one who built up
the city's organized crime.
You come from a criminal family?
So why did you become a cop?
I wanted to get rid of
the feeling
that there's
something wrong inside me.
Something that runs
in my whole family.
Something I passed on
to my daughter.
Do you believe it's possible to lead
a life like ours and find happiness?
At times.
In moments.
To the moment.
What the hell is this?
Fuck off! Screw this!
That fucking asshole!
I'm going to kill him!
I almost forgot, but I still
need to take care of something.
Me too.
Are we actually going to follow
through with this now?
Yup.
But what if we don't?
What if you and I...
Too late, huh?
It probably was from the beginning.
What was in there?
Expensive whiskey and a poison
that paralyzes you a bit.
Do you give that to all your victims?
I...
I'm so sorry.
I thought you'd drink it right away.
I didn't trust you back then.
That was clever.
And everything after that
was a stupid decision.
Lie down.
Careful.
What now?
Once you can move again, I'm gone.
I thought I was smarter.
You figured me out right away.
You're clever.
And yet, here I am.
I've never told anyone so much
about myself.
Yet we didn't talk much.
Don't worry.
Your breathing muscles keep functioning.
At least.
Hey... Kiddo.
Sorry for the radio silence.
I'm here.
That's good, Kiddo.
A diversion?
Let's test the alarms.
So? What's happening?
Come on, take a look.
This can't be true.
Should I set off the fire alarms
on the whole floor?
Man, do you really have to hang
around here for much longer?
Are you kidding me? Is someone
doing our job for us?
May I offer you a cup of coffee?
Why not?
It's $4.50.
Just kidding,
go ahead and take a cookie.
No thanks.
Bye!
For crying out loud!
This darn thing.
Oh, look, a spoon.
Maxine!
Damn it!
Come on.
Maxine!
Will you please respond already?
Damn it!
That stupid cow,
where is she again?
Deactivate the alarm system.
And the phone system
on the ninth floor.
Deactivated.
Good.
The bodyguard.
Still in position.
Maxine. Please, reach out.
I'm starting to really worry.
Backup.
I need backup now.
Come on, you piece of crap.
Block the cell phones.
Dispatch? What's up, Joggl.
Finally. Hey! It's about time.
We need backup.
Blocked.
Give me your coordinates,
and I'll send you...
Hello?!
Joggl?
Well, damn it all to hell,
this just can't be real!
Thank you. For everything.
Always for you, Kiddo.
Peekaboo.
Great that you're finally here.
I'm a huge fan of yours.
Vincent.
I've never heard of you.
Oh, that's a dagger to my heart.
Is that uh
It's pretty loud, huh?
Okay. This is damn weird.
But with all due respect,
there's no scenario, I mean,
there's not a single scenario
in which you leave this room
with that list. None.
And why...
How did you get in?
Magic.
Alright,
and now?
Keep the list.
Okay...?
I'll leave.
You take the NOX list and
hand it over to Laschla
and we'll never see each other again.
Just like that?
Just like that.
No.
And Mr. Heidegge is arriving at 8 p.m.
Hey!
Ah, how can I assist you?
Joachim Morlock, police.
Is anything working over there?
Phone? Cell phone? Fax?
Uh, I'm really sorry, it appears
we have a minor issue right now.
Shit fuck crap! This can't be happening!
Where are your suites?
Excuse me?
Which floor?
On the ninth floor.
This is unreal, man.
Do we have a problem?
I just need a phone...
I can also escort you upstairs.
And then I'll call for backup.
They've got it under control without me.
That stupid cow.
She brought this upon herself. Damn!
where is the spare key card?
Shit!
I'm not going up there alone,
I'm not crazy.
Ah! That's what we have it for.
Come on, give it to me.
You're going to run and get backup now.
They should bring
everything they have, okay?!
Melanie. Please...
And you?
I'm Joggl.
Nobody likes me.
Well... I...
Nobody takes me seriously.
Because I'm a coward, corrupt,
a grumbler, you know,
and a disgusting asshole.
What's happening up there now?
Up there,
I'm going to play the hero.
Let me go.
Don't trust Laschla.
He's dangerous.
And you should disappear quickly.
I believe he'll have both of you killed.
Both of us?
You and your uncle.
The bodyguard.
Ah...
Man, do you really have to
hang around here for much longer?
May I offer you a cup of coffee?
Why not?
It's $4.50.
Just kidding,
go ahead and take a cookie.
No thanks.
Bye!
3, 2, 1: Magic.
Take care.
Uncle,
wherever you are
get out of there!
Laschla wants you dead!
I underestimated Laschlas' influence.
The Family didn't make
the decision lightly.
We promised you protection, but...
Business is business.
There were times
I would've seen this coming.
Those were good times, old friend.
Thank you for letting me help her.
I couldn't do more.
As long as she gets away in time.
Stupid shit.
That can't be the last thing you drink.
You'll pass on my message to her.
For a brief moment, I really thought
I would die in my sleep.
At least not alone.
Not alone.
I'm sorry.
I have no clue what's going on between us.
You probably don't either.
Well,
I guess we'll just have to wait and
see what the future holds, won't we?
The little thief got to you.
Well, look what we've got here.
You little horny sluts.
Oh, how she looks at you.
You matter to her.
Hm. This is going to be
much more fun than expected.
Oh, is that your little girl?
This is going to be
SO much more fun.
Listen up:
Let me tell you
what's about to happen.
This little thief
is going to die screaming
knowing that YOU are next.
And then you'll die screaming.
Knowing that I'll be heading
to your place afterward
to do to your little girl
everything I did to you.
Just much slower.
I'll take my sweet time then.
Speaking of time.
Now, we both wait VERY QUIETLY
for your thief.
I'm sorry.
I have no clue
what's going on between us.
You probably don't either.
Well,
I guess we'll just have to wait and
see what the future holds, won't we?
I like your courage.
When it matters, you don't
just run away.
Something dangerous is coming.
There's a safe way out, but
you'll never take it.
You stand your ground.
And you make a decision.
No matter what happens...
No matter how high the price...
You are yourself.
And
if that's stupid,
and the stupid decision calls
then I'd gladly be as stupid as you...
and shout:
Here!
You little whore! Will you...
Stop it already...
AAHH! That only makes it
more thrilling for me.
So, now let's see what's inside you.
Come on, go to your girlfriend!
Joggl.
Joggl!
Please...
I need you
help us...
Suite 905...
Stay down!
What now?
Your uncle is dead!
You're all alone now.
No...
Yeah! And what are you going
to do all alone, huh?
Do you think anyone will save you?
Yes! What are you going to do all alone?
Joggl.
Hands up, you fucking bastard.
You're under arrest...
You guys are really funny.
Where was I?
Ah, yes.
Now, I'm going to open you up
and see if I can find
my muse inside you.
No. Shh!
This is going to hurt.
Mathis, I need you.
They shot me!
You have to pick me up,
Mathis, right now! Quickly!
Laschla!
This is for my uncle!
Laura!
Hey, don't shoot...
Laura!
Laura, let me do it.
Piss off!
I have to do this!
Don't shoot...
Please don't ruin your life.
I'm injured.
Call the ambulance! You
you're supposed to arrest me!
Hey, trust me.
Please.
I surrender.
You...
you ARE a cop, right?
Yes, I am.
But she's also one of us
asshole.
Yeah, I know you don't like us
tailing you,
but your old man was really
worried about you,
and so was I.
I guess you're still carrying me, Bernie.
I'm outta here.
Greetings to my old man!
I'll pass it on.
I feel his hot breath on my neck.
Jason presses me against the
massive window.
The pulsating lights of the city
Magic!
turn into a thousand stares.
I am at their mercy as the cold glass
touches my...
Hey, Kiddo.
I don't have much time.
And, well, everything's been said, but...
I've thought about it again.
You said you're like me,
but that's not true...
Not anymore...
I'm dead,
and you're alive,
so
live.
Laura.
You did get my message.
It can't work.
I can't give you what you need.
I don't need.
I want.
like we've never seen before.
I cannot say who has abducted the bees,
but one thing I know for certain:
There will be no honey this year
throughout the entire Bear Valley.
Sir Hoppelham, this is a case for
Commissioner Hopps the Rabbit!
A little later,
in Commissioner Hopps the Rabbit's
headquarters.
I'm telling you, Teddy Toffi,
No one will disturb us today
and I can finally cook
my beloved carrot jam.
Mom! Mom, I'm starving!
Your snack is on the table.
But I want candies!
Can you open the candy bag for me?
Just a minute!
Finish listening to your
audiobook, please!
It's already over.
I'm craving candy!
Give me a minute.
What a beautiful evening
we have here, folks.
It's the night before
New Year's Eve.
All you lovebirds out there
must have big plans for tomorrow.
So tell me, who are you spending
the big night with?
Hello?!
Excuse me!
You too.
Have a safe journey home.
I made a reservation.
Well, not me. My wedding planner.
He took care of everything.
Under what name is the reservation?
Oh...
Yeah, "oh."
Ah, how wonderful!
On behalf of our establishment
best wishes...
Shh!
On your wedding?
Oh dear, I didn't mean to...
Melanie, could you please check
for the key card to the suite? Yes?
And you, poor... Careful!
And you, dear,
don't worry too much.
Here's your key card,
and now, whoosh, off you go upstairs.
That's very kind of you.
I hope it's not
inappropriate to ask, but
would you be so kind
as to accompany me to the suite?
Of course, certainly.
And there's the elevator.
Tomorrow night marks
the start of a new year,
and the old one
begins to fade away.
On the left, we have our
honeymoon suite!
Screw that jerk!
The other left!
Oh, are you waiting for me?
Lady!
Hey, keep your distance!
Oh dear...
This is NOT your suite...
I'm sorry.
YOUR suite, it's right here.
Be careful.
See you later, alligator.
Your suite is right over there.
Here. We're already here.
See?
Oops. Thank you!
Come on in.
Right this way.
I think I'm gonna go to sleep now.
That's a very good idea.
Before I do something stupid.
What are you doing there?
Oh my...
Yes, um... Just settle in first.
Ah, and if you need
anything else
don't hesitate to contact me.
Bye-bye!
Phase one complete.
I'm in position.
Damn it.
Long time no see, Bernie.
I wish for a zoo
for Christmas, Mom.
But we just had Christmas.
Will you still help me
write a wish list?
Come here.
Let me give you a hug,
you little rascal.
You know what?
You can just draw your wish list.
You're so good at drawing.
Mommy has to go away
for a little while.
I brought something for tomorrow.
Yay...
Hi Maxine.
Hi neighbor.
Come on in.
Thank you for making time
on such short notice.
Thanks for babysitting? We had
to leave our apartment anyway.
I guess I wasn't clear enough
last time.
You're definitely staying here.
Until tomorrow.
Until I've taken care of him.
But who is the thief then?
Don't you see it, Teddy Toffi?
Come on, tell us, Hopps!
The great honey thief has been right
under our whiskers the whole time.
Isn't that right... Lila Baxter?
You're risking too much for us.
This can't be true!
Mon Dieu. What gave me away?
She's not listening
to anything else right now.
I won't rest until justice prevails.
She wants to be like her mommy.
That's why I became a cop.
Hopefully not.
What are you doing?!
Can't you wait until tomorrow?!
You used to be more cautious.
Well, I had a reason back then.
Here's what you wanted.
EVERYTHING you wanted.
Thank you.
For the hospitality.
It won't last much longer,
old friend.
You're messing with
the wrong guy. He's
too important to the Family.
What's up, old man?
Did you doze off on me?
Hey Kiddo.
Did you get a picture
in that wedding dress for me?
That'll just give you
the wrong idea.
Maybe,
but it's not like
you ever listen to me anyway.
You think I'm making a mistake.
Anyone in their right mind KNOWS
you're making a mistake.
And they also know
the value of that list.
The problem isn't the list.
Think about what we can do
with the money.
What YOU can do with the money.
The problem is
who else wants the list.
Laschla.
I've beaten him before.
You're a thief, Laura!
And he...
Don't mess with him!
No problem.
Your folks never
listened to me either.
And picked the wrong guy
to steal from.
I can't bear to lose all of you
to your own pride!
You won't lose me.
Phase two.
Please don't tell me
I'm going solo on this one.
Phase two.
Uncle!
Signal check.
We've got the bodyguard here,
I assume.
We have access to the systems.
And I've got the master key.
See?
Everything's under control.
As always.
Now what?
Let's run through the plan
one more time.
Stay seated.
I need a moment.
I heard they got you.
Yes.
And... how are you?
The damn leg's messed up,
but as you can see,
I can still walk.
Bernie,
you used to carry me around.
Yes, Maxi.
It's been a long time.
And you taught me how to swim here.
Yes.
And now they're tearing down
this whole place.
Greetings from your father.
Not really greetings,
but he could have prevented me
from being here, and he didn't.
Hey, it would be really nice
if you could come visit us again.
I'm a cop, Bernie!
For now,
but not for long, as the rumors say.
You know, you'll always be one of us.
What's new?
Well, listen up.
Tonight, someone is coming
to the Park Hotel in Heilbronn.
Here, I have a photo.
We don't know his name,
but we know he has something to sell.
The NOX list.
The true identities
of hundreds of investigators,
informants, and undercover agents.
He's coming to meet the buyer.
But honestly, Maxi.
Damn, the buyer ain't normal.
He's insane.
What do you call me?
What do you call me?
Laschla.
Everyone calls you Laschla.
We don't know if the buyer
will come in person.
Doubt it.
He'll send a middleman.
Grab THAT one.
But Maxi, listen up.
If the buyer shows up personally,
then turn around and run.
Run as fast as you can.
Say it!
Say my name!
The one you gave me,
and dare not to pronounce anymore.
Slow Butcher.
Slow Butcher.
No one understands me.
I'm not a butcher. I'm an artist.
I paint. On bodies. With acid.
I cut into bodies with a knife.
And I'm not slow,
I'm patient.
And with all the patience
in the world, I ask you now:
Who else knows about the list
besides me?
Okay.
Yes, I'm coming.
Good. Good luck.
Take care.
It's honorable that you
don't want to show me your pain.
But you're not the first one
hanging here.
My point is:
You're allowed to scream.
Hey! Hey sweetheart!
No!
Wait up. Come here...
Fuck off!
Leave me alone!
Come on, now!
I said NO!
Ey!
What is so incredibly important
that it has to be now, huh?
We need to go somewhere.
Allright then.
What about your brat?
Did you put her in the orphanage?
My neighbor is looking after her.
That blonde with the big milk jugs,
who made the wise decision
to marry a world-class wife-beater?
You'd be smart to keep your distance.
You don't say.
Or do you think it's a good idea
to beat up her hubby
and then invite her into your apartment?
Please stop!
Well, I wouldn't do it if
Internal Affairs were investigating me.
Ah-ah-ah, don't even
think about it.
Maxine, hold it together.
Walk away from this.
Do you even know
who that guy's father is?
Alright. I'll call for backup.
They'll handle it... discreetly.
It would be a shame if you...
Help!
Hey, what...
Hands off, asshole!
Or you could do it that way!
Unbelievable.
By all means, just sit there.
For real?
Well, there's
the city councilman's son's DNA,
in case anyone needs it.
Bite me...
It's freezing in here.
Piece of junk.
Laura, go to your room.
Everything will be fine.
Thanks is the word
you're looking for.
You didn't lift a finger,
just sat there and watched!
If it gets too hot for me,
I'm out of here.
Hey, I just saved your ass!
For how long?
They all think I don't belong here,
no matter what I do!
You think that too Joggl,
don't you?
JOACHIM, for heaven's sake!
They want me to fail.
Unbelievable!
Why else do you think
I got you as a partner, Joggl.
JOACHIM!
Everyone calls you "Joggl".
No one says "Joachim".
Because nobody likes you
and nobody takes you seriously.
Because you're a coward,
corrupt, a grumbler,
and a disgusting asshole.
Plus, your breath reeks.
Hey, do you have a piece of gum
for me by any chance?
Glove compartment.
I never wanted to be
anything else than a cop.
No one's taking this away from me.
Joggl, we need a win, or it's over.
But getting intel from Bernie?
This is pushing the envelope,
even for us.
She's got what we need a chance.
Tonight, we're doing something good.
Something big.
They won't be able to ignore it.
Maxine, if someone finds out
who gave us the info,
we're screwed, big time.
But no one's gonna find out.
I'm not stupid.
No, you're a genius.
A career-less, single-parent,
unfucked genius.
You want to talk?
Fine. What are you hiding from me?
I guess I taught you too much.
Pretty much everything, I'd reckon.
Smartass.
Spill it.
When you were afraid that tumor
in my head would kill me,
and I told you
it wouldn't grow any further...
Don't be too hard on yourself, Kiddo.
I would have never
been able to lie to you
if you hadn't wanted to believe it.
How long do we have?
I'm sorry.
Where are you?
You won't find me.
I'm like you.
I'll find you.
What's good about dying alone?
Good?
Well...
Firstly, I'm finding some peace.
Since I know it's almost over,
I no longer have to look
over my shoulder.
I don't need a revolver
under my pillow anymore.
Why bother anymore?
I'm dying.
And I have a damn good view
while doing it.
Secondly?
See, you're experiencing right now
what your future looks like
if you don't change.
Because you're right, Kiddo,
you're just like me.
No roots, no attachments.
It's always the next job,
the next identity.
And every day there are more people
out there with a score to settle,
and you have to keep running,
never able to stop.
Never again.
Until you either live alone,
or die alone.
You're all I have left.
Not for much longer.
Soon, YOU will be all you have left.
I'll go through with it,
sell the list, take the money, and then,
I'll find you.
Just one more job.
One more job.
Incoming in 15.
Get ready.
The buyer of the NOX list
has his middleman here somewhere.
And there he is,
the fucking bastard.
Language, Joggl.
Potential middleman spotted.
Who?
The fucking bastard by the pillar.
He's acting like he owns the place.
Possible.
It's also possible
that we bail out now
and get someone who knows
what they're doing.
Oh...
What the hell are you talking about?
Blonde hair.
Wow,
let's arrest HER.
And I thought I was under fucked.
Holy shit.
Ah, Ms... uh... Melanie, come along.
Move your ass over here,
something's going down.
Today, we're welcoming
a VERY special New Year's Eve guest.
Aw, crap!
This damn door's stuck again.
Maxine, your ride's the
biggest piece of junk for a stakeout!
He's crazy about pt de fruit.
Mango.
Pineapple, especially.
Everything's packed up.
And THIS looks like pineapple.
Where's the pineapple then?
The green tuft.
Tuft?
The leafy stuff on top of the fruit.
Oh, the other way around.
And I thought that was a guy with...
Well, never mind.
Hmm. So far, unfortunately nothing.
Where is he...
Well, look at that.
The tequila.
Oh, could you hold this
for a moment, please?
He's coming. Well then:
Hop hop hop!
Damn, she's spotted you.
Forget about the hottie.
Let's focus on him.
Yes, I'm back at the hotel now.
No way! It's HER.
What's she onto now?
Oh, the seller.
Get ready, Joggl.
She's about to reveal
who she really is, any moment now.
Fuck.
Mr. Mertens, a warm welcome
back to the Park Hotel.
Here's to an unforgettable
New Year's Eve!
As a token of our appreciation
for your loyalty,
we're delighted to present you
with this small gift.
I'll get back to you later.
Have a nice evening.
Your lady friend is heading up
with the seller.
And the fucking bastard
is following them.
I'll stay on their tail.
I'm hitting the stairs.
Now, don't you worry about ME.
I have what you're looking for.
Just not what I'm looking for.
Not yet.
Ah. One moment.
He takes over from here.
You secure the area downstairs.
So, here I am again.
So, what are we toasting with tomorrow
when your boss gets his hands
on that list?
Dom Prignon seems appropriate to me.
So... until tomorrow, as agreed.
Back off.
I need a moment.
I broke her, Mathis.
The thief.
Hand it over, motherfucker!
Hello?
First of all, everything is going
according to plan,
and Mertens still believes
we're buying tomorrow, but...
No, no, no, no!
I'm not a "but" guy!
Don't tell me what I want to hear
and then fuck me over with a "but",
who does that?
Art thrives on truth.
So?
We're not the only ones.
Laura Nehls.
She's here.
And she's good.
She got ahead of us once before,
back in Prague, with her uncle,
the jewelry job.
Prague, yes, I remember.
Yes.
Bring me what you have to steal.
Today. Now.
I'll take care of her.
Personally.
Alias Karl Otto Brecht.
Nickname: Facelifter.
Real name: Jonathan Wortmann.
Federal Criminal Police Office,
Wiesbaden.
Alias Jutta Sperling.
Nickname: Jause.
Real name: Nicole Alina Rath.
State Criminal Police Office,
Hamburg.
Alias Gregor Wawrzyk.
Sorry...
Fuck off.
Make me a screwdriver.
Coming.
Why are you following me?
I'm following you?
Yes.
You were watching me.
Down at the reception.
And now you're following me.
And I'm asking you why.
What gave me away?
Can I get an answer
to my question?
I'm taking pictures.
You don't say.
Mhm.
And... what are you photographing?
People.
All people?
The ones with a secret.
And what brings you here?
A list.
I like your courage.
I have no courage.
I'm just an idiot.
Sounds harsh.
But it's true.
When it matters,
I always make a stupid decision.
Something comes along
that's dangerous.
And I recognize it.
I know it.
Damn it, Maxine.
Just don't do it this time.
But when a stupid decision calls,
I shout: Here!
Whatever.
Laura.
Maxine.
Your real name?
Interesting question.
Do you really want to photograph me?
Not this.
Me.
Give me ten minutes.
Joggl, can you hear me?
That fucking bastard is in it.
The woman, too,
and I'm going up to her room now.
What?! Are you out of your mind?!
She's hiding something.
But then again, she's not.
As long as it doesn't get
too hot for me... You understand.
Then you'll bail out.
No surprises there... Joggl.
Hello? Excuse me?
Hey, turn off that flashlight,
are you crazy?
Listen, if you're a cop,
you're required to tell me.
That's how it works.
Yes, yes, give me a sec.
Where did I put that damn thing...
Here it is.
Hey...!
What the heck was that?
Joachim Waldemar Morlock, actually.
Everyone calls me Joggl.
Hey, don't worry,
that's not the end of the world.
Mathis.
Clean up.
Wait.
Sit down.
I'm sorry I was so angry earlier.
You know I didn't mean
it like that, right?
I need you.
I NEED you!
They're all out to get me.
Especially that little whore
and her damned uncle.
They've got what's coming to them.
They have no idea what's in store.
I'm on my way to her now.
Do you hear her screaming already?
Oh, I hear her.
I hear her already.
Rest up, kid.
Rest up.
I won't be coming home tonight.
Just a sec, okay?
Look, I've already
got a drink ready for you.
Hey.
Hi.
How about a private tour
of the suite?
What do you think of the view?
Are we looking for
something specific?
Here is good.
And? Any wishes?
The truth.
I haven't lied to you,
not from the moment we met.
Considering we've known
each other for only an hour...
When it comes to lying,
that's a long time for me.
I'm not sure what we're doing here.
A mistake, I would say.
Doesn't feel like one.
Why are you seducing me?
I don't.
You came to me.
Yes, but I didn't seduce you...
Really?
You caught my eye right away.
Down at the reception.
Before you even noticed me.
Hot.
Has it been a while since
someone said that about you?
Yeah, and even back then,
I didn't believe it.
You don't believe
someone finds you hot?
Anticipation.
I get the feeling
we're skipping that.
The jacket's starting to get
in the way now.
Put the camera away.
What's wrong?
Nothing.
Why are you afraid to kiss me?
I'd rather just watch.
You know, you're not
such a good liar up close.
That was a really dumb idea.
Please, don't leave me like this.
I'm sorry.
I can't do more.
I'm not used to being myself.
I'm always just myself.
But I'm not used to
actually liking who I am.
You liked yourself
just a moment ago, didn't you?
Because of you.
What just happened?
I have no idea.
You have no idea?
What? What do you mean?
Fuck.
I mean
you were yourself.
And it'll be some time before
the bed is dry enough to sleep in again.
That's not funny...
It was so beautiful
that you opened up to me.
I usually only open up
to one person.
He's the only one
who really knows me.
He's my family.
Everything I have left.
Is your name really Maxine?
Maxine Walburga Kmmerer.
Walburga...
My father insisted on it.
That was my grandma's name.
She's the one who built up
the city's organized crime.
You come from a criminal family?
So why did you become a cop?
I wanted to get rid of
the feeling
that there's
something wrong inside me.
Something that runs
in my whole family.
Something I passed on
to my daughter.
Do you believe it's possible to lead
a life like ours and find happiness?
At times.
In moments.
To the moment.
What the hell is this?
Fuck off! Screw this!
That fucking asshole!
I'm going to kill him!
I almost forgot, but I still
need to take care of something.
Me too.
Are we actually going to follow
through with this now?
Yup.
But what if we don't?
What if you and I...
Too late, huh?
It probably was from the beginning.
What was in there?
Expensive whiskey and a poison
that paralyzes you a bit.
Do you give that to all your victims?
I...
I'm so sorry.
I thought you'd drink it right away.
I didn't trust you back then.
That was clever.
And everything after that
was a stupid decision.
Lie down.
Careful.
What now?
Once you can move again, I'm gone.
I thought I was smarter.
You figured me out right away.
You're clever.
And yet, here I am.
I've never told anyone so much
about myself.
Yet we didn't talk much.
Don't worry.
Your breathing muscles keep functioning.
At least.
Hey... Kiddo.
Sorry for the radio silence.
I'm here.
That's good, Kiddo.
A diversion?
Let's test the alarms.
So? What's happening?
Come on, take a look.
This can't be true.
Should I set off the fire alarms
on the whole floor?
Man, do you really have to hang
around here for much longer?
Are you kidding me? Is someone
doing our job for us?
May I offer you a cup of coffee?
Why not?
It's $4.50.
Just kidding,
go ahead and take a cookie.
No thanks.
Bye!
For crying out loud!
This darn thing.
Oh, look, a spoon.
Maxine!
Damn it!
Come on.
Maxine!
Will you please respond already?
Damn it!
That stupid cow,
where is she again?
Deactivate the alarm system.
And the phone system
on the ninth floor.
Deactivated.
Good.
The bodyguard.
Still in position.
Maxine. Please, reach out.
I'm starting to really worry.
Backup.
I need backup now.
Come on, you piece of crap.
Block the cell phones.
Dispatch? What's up, Joggl.
Finally. Hey! It's about time.
We need backup.
Blocked.
Give me your coordinates,
and I'll send you...
Hello?!
Joggl?
Well, damn it all to hell,
this just can't be real!
Thank you. For everything.
Always for you, Kiddo.
Peekaboo.
Great that you're finally here.
I'm a huge fan of yours.
Vincent.
I've never heard of you.
Oh, that's a dagger to my heart.
Is that uh
It's pretty loud, huh?
Okay. This is damn weird.
But with all due respect,
there's no scenario, I mean,
there's not a single scenario
in which you leave this room
with that list. None.
And why...
How did you get in?
Magic.
Alright,
and now?
Keep the list.
Okay...?
I'll leave.
You take the NOX list and
hand it over to Laschla
and we'll never see each other again.
Just like that?
Just like that.
No.
And Mr. Heidegge is arriving at 8 p.m.
Hey!
Ah, how can I assist you?
Joachim Morlock, police.
Is anything working over there?
Phone? Cell phone? Fax?
Uh, I'm really sorry, it appears
we have a minor issue right now.
Shit fuck crap! This can't be happening!
Where are your suites?
Excuse me?
Which floor?
On the ninth floor.
This is unreal, man.
Do we have a problem?
I just need a phone...
I can also escort you upstairs.
And then I'll call for backup.
They've got it under control without me.
That stupid cow.
She brought this upon herself. Damn!
where is the spare key card?
Shit!
I'm not going up there alone,
I'm not crazy.
Ah! That's what we have it for.
Come on, give it to me.
You're going to run and get backup now.
They should bring
everything they have, okay?!
Melanie. Please...
And you?
I'm Joggl.
Nobody likes me.
Well... I...
Nobody takes me seriously.
Because I'm a coward, corrupt,
a grumbler, you know,
and a disgusting asshole.
What's happening up there now?
Up there,
I'm going to play the hero.
Let me go.
Don't trust Laschla.
He's dangerous.
And you should disappear quickly.
I believe he'll have both of you killed.
Both of us?
You and your uncle.
The bodyguard.
Ah...
Man, do you really have to
hang around here for much longer?
May I offer you a cup of coffee?
Why not?
It's $4.50.
Just kidding,
go ahead and take a cookie.
No thanks.
Bye!
3, 2, 1: Magic.
Take care.
Uncle,
wherever you are
get out of there!
Laschla wants you dead!
I underestimated Laschlas' influence.
The Family didn't make
the decision lightly.
We promised you protection, but...
Business is business.
There were times
I would've seen this coming.
Those were good times, old friend.
Thank you for letting me help her.
I couldn't do more.
As long as she gets away in time.
Stupid shit.
That can't be the last thing you drink.
You'll pass on my message to her.
For a brief moment, I really thought
I would die in my sleep.
At least not alone.
Not alone.
I'm sorry.
I have no clue what's going on between us.
You probably don't either.
Well,
I guess we'll just have to wait and
see what the future holds, won't we?
The little thief got to you.
Well, look what we've got here.
You little horny sluts.
Oh, how she looks at you.
You matter to her.
Hm. This is going to be
much more fun than expected.
Oh, is that your little girl?
This is going to be
SO much more fun.
Listen up:
Let me tell you
what's about to happen.
This little thief
is going to die screaming
knowing that YOU are next.
And then you'll die screaming.
Knowing that I'll be heading
to your place afterward
to do to your little girl
everything I did to you.
Just much slower.
I'll take my sweet time then.
Speaking of time.
Now, we both wait VERY QUIETLY
for your thief.
I'm sorry.
I have no clue
what's going on between us.
You probably don't either.
Well,
I guess we'll just have to wait and
see what the future holds, won't we?
I like your courage.
When it matters, you don't
just run away.
Something dangerous is coming.
There's a safe way out, but
you'll never take it.
You stand your ground.
And you make a decision.
No matter what happens...
No matter how high the price...
You are yourself.
And
if that's stupid,
and the stupid decision calls
then I'd gladly be as stupid as you...
and shout:
Here!
You little whore! Will you...
Stop it already...
AAHH! That only makes it
more thrilling for me.
So, now let's see what's inside you.
Come on, go to your girlfriend!
Joggl.
Joggl!
Please...
I need you
help us...
Suite 905...
Stay down!
What now?
Your uncle is dead!
You're all alone now.
No...
Yeah! And what are you going
to do all alone, huh?
Do you think anyone will save you?
Yes! What are you going to do all alone?
Joggl.
Hands up, you fucking bastard.
You're under arrest...
You guys are really funny.
Where was I?
Ah, yes.
Now, I'm going to open you up
and see if I can find
my muse inside you.
No. Shh!
This is going to hurt.
Mathis, I need you.
They shot me!
You have to pick me up,
Mathis, right now! Quickly!
Laschla!
This is for my uncle!
Laura!
Hey, don't shoot...
Laura!
Laura, let me do it.
Piss off!
I have to do this!
Don't shoot...
Please don't ruin your life.
I'm injured.
Call the ambulance! You
you're supposed to arrest me!
Hey, trust me.
Please.
I surrender.
You...
you ARE a cop, right?
Yes, I am.
But she's also one of us
asshole.
Yeah, I know you don't like us
tailing you,
but your old man was really
worried about you,
and so was I.
I guess you're still carrying me, Bernie.
I'm outta here.
Greetings to my old man!
I'll pass it on.
I feel his hot breath on my neck.
Jason presses me against the
massive window.
The pulsating lights of the city
Magic!
turn into a thousand stares.
I am at their mercy as the cold glass
touches my...
Hey, Kiddo.
I don't have much time.
And, well, everything's been said, but...
I've thought about it again.
You said you're like me,
but that's not true...
Not anymore...
I'm dead,
and you're alive,
so
live.
Laura.
You did get my message.
It can't work.
I can't give you what you need.
I don't need.
I want.