The Italian Recipe (2022) Movie Script
My dear, I'm telling you
your performance yesterday
was simply
stunning!
How are your vocal cords
doing today?
How do you feel today?
Did you feel that?
And these clothes are just amazing!
One at a time please,
no hurry...
Here, Peng, do you want something?
What does he have that I lack?
You are not lacking in anything!
Whether it's look or charisma!
Otherwise wouldn't I be his agent?
Then why aren't I
as popular as he is?
In our industry,
succeeding is 90% luck
and 10% other things,
OK?
Till now you only lacked one thing.
Me.
Now take this mic, go out there
and conquer the world
with your talents!
You got it, Peng!
Go!
Coming right up,
please welcome to the stage,
my best friend A Xun!
How're y'all doing!
A Xun,
on account of their friendship
invites Peng to open his show.
But Peng fails to impress
with his uninspiring
and trashy pop songs while
A Xun's performance was majestic,
striking at the soul
of his audience,
vocalizing our zeitgeist.
But we were both singing
the same crap,
howcome his is soul-striking?
Was he more undressed than me?
My dear, what's the fuss about?
It's common practice to suck up
to whoever is the big thing.
In another word,
when you're that popular,
they will say the same about you.
You see.
A Xun's new song
tops Kugou homepage.
When are we releasing the new song?
Don't worry about that
and don't forget our goals...
Qi!
What are our goals?
Fight for media exposure,
rake up all the fans.
Except being beaten up,
we are willing to do anything!
Good!
What's our destination?
- Italy.
- What are we doing there?
Shooting a reality show...
Who with?
The long-legged beauty Lisa!
Good! Keep up this spirit!
"Good fortune brings us here,
thousands of miles from home."
Hello everybody!
I'm your tour guide today.
Call me Mandy!
Hello.
Behind us,
you can see the famous Colosseum.
In the old days,
countless gladiators
fought ferocious beasts there
only to entertain people.
Many of them died gruesome deaths.
Next, I have planned
a little surprise
for you ladies...
Please, behold!
He is our local god of war,
his name is Mars.
He is an embodiment
of wisdom and power.
Look,
now, for a small fee
of only 6 euros,
you get to take a picture with him!
It's a very good deal!
You can scan this QR Code
and pay through WeChat Pay!
Wow, fantastic.
Thanks.
When are you getting married?
I don't have time.
See you!
It's Germany versus Italy
tomorrow night,
place your bets now.
Ciao.
Ciao.
Still loitering?
You don't know?
Germany vs Italy tomorrow night.
Take a bet?
I...
Never mind.
I forgot that you are a miser.
What happened to you?
You're late again, by half an hour.
I am really sorry,
there was some traffic.
You're already working part time,
if you want I can directly fire you.
No... I'll change right away.
Be careful.
Come on, hurry up!
So you hold this,
and peel off the hardened parts
on the outside.
Well done.
So, you are the chef now?
Hurry up and take the trash out.
Yes, of course.
Well get moving, girl!
Move it! Move!
Hey! Haven't seen you around
for a while.
Hey, I've been pretty busy.
Did you see your favourite chef
who is looking for assistants?
It's your great opportunity.
Sure.
Yes, really!
You should try out for it, OK?
- Sure.
- I really think you should go...
- Thank you. I have to run now.
- Ciao.
(Want to become a chef?)
(Come see me on October 25th)
Uncle, auntie, I'm back.
Mandy is back!
Yes.
- Mandy.
- How beautiful you are!
My future wife is worried
she has gained weight
and won't fit in the dress.
Thank God,
your uncle is better than Armani.
I'm just doing what I can.
You guys are like family to me.
Yes...
What would we do without you!
That's because your relationship
is more melodramatic
than a TV shows.
That's what love is all about.
Right?
Thank you!
Mandy...
I have something important
to ask of you.
The hotel asks me to pick up a guest
from the airport tomorrow morning,
but also I have to take care
of the wedding venue.
You know what I'm saying?
I lose my job
if I don't go to the airport,
I lose my wife if I don't go
to the wedding rehearsal.
Sure. Same as always,
tips are mine.
Antonio!
Don't be taking up
Mandy's study time...
It's the Judicial Examinations
in a few days.
These are critical times for her.
Damn!
Do they even know
how to play this game?
Some crappy teammates I have...
Oh, sis, you're back!
You can't play games anymore
if you smash your phone.
If that happens you can just
buy me a new one.
From whom did she
inherit these traits?
From me...
Oh, and Mandy,
where were you this afternoon?
I was caught up
with a tourist group.
Um... I'm going to see
Antonio off.
Ciao.
They don't know you are
working at the restaurant?
Shut up!
Looking forward to the wedding dress
tomorrow night for rehearsal.
Ciao.
Okay, auntie,
I'm going to study now.
OK.
Bye.
Are you boys ready?
- Yes.
- Let's hit it.
Peng!
Antonio!
I'm almost at the airport,
don't worry about it.
Cut...
No...
Hi, I'm Liu,
the director for the reality show.
Thank you all for your hard work.
Here, you have to say the line:
"Ah, so this is Rome."
- OK.
- Let's do it again.
OK.
OK. Ready, and...
action!
Peng!
Ah!
So this is Rome!
Cut!
You're supposed to be
this complicated artist...
and "this is Rome"...
say it in a way
that gives a feeling...
of Renaissance!
Let's do it again...
and, action!
Peng!
Ah, this is Rome!
Cut!
Spontaneous and realistic!
Next scene!
Peng!
Now it's the time
to ride a super fancy car!
Qi, where's our ride?
Now we need to get some shots
of you guys entering the car.
Where's your car?
Hurry... move it!
I don't know...
We're a bit short on time
so we'll shoot someone.
- Catch you later.
- Director...
Hum...
Pete... Mr. Pete?
As you can see,
we brought 10 people today,
if you would be so kind
as to pay us.
Pay? Pay for what?
Where were the lacings
on those signs as agreed?
Huh?
How about this...
Consider those signs on-the-house,
please do think of us the next time
you need this service.
Qi, pay them.
OK, guys, you can dump these signs.
Wasn't there at least
one authentic fan among them?
Mr. Pete.
Hi, you...
Pete here!
I'm the Pete you're looking for!
Come here. Yes, you!
Yes, you!
Mr. Pete?
Yes.
Let me catch my breath...
Sorry I was late.
It's fine.
Do you need a hand with that?
Let's just get in.
At least it's a Maserati.
That Lisa sure is good looking.
Yeah, right.
But is this coupling-up publicity
thing really going to work?
That's not important.
What matters is that the audiences
are dying to see
what chemistry
will develop between you two.
And as of now,
Lisa is much more popular
than you are.
She became famous
only through all those scandals!
Switching boyfriends everyday...
Her team...
is also using this show
to reshape her image
toward something more innocent
and naive.
You both have something
to gain from this.
I'll pretend to be madly in love.
Yes...
This won't be a problem!
It most certainly won't.
Is something funny?
You know,
this is a private conversation?
I'm sorry.
I just didn't know you
could pretend about things in this.
What are you trying to say?
Well... I think that...
either you like someone,
or you don't.
You cannot fake it.
Eyes don't lie. Right?
You're pretty mouthy, you know that?
Is she messing with me?
No, I'm sorry,
I didn't mean to offend.
I'm sorry.
What are you doing?
You Idoiot!
Are you alright, Peng?
What kind of driver did you find?
What kind of driver are you?
I'm so sorry!
He was going the wrong way.
I'm going to file a complaint!
Please don't do that,
I'm so sorry...
I...
We are all Chinese here!
We're compatriots.
I don't see a compatriot in you!
Fine...
We'll find a more reliable driver.
Again, I'm sorry.
Just drive.
Morning Sir.
I'm counting on you
to put on a good show tonight.
What a day...
Peng, my dear.
So nice to meet you, I'm Lisa.
I always see you on TV.
You're even prettier in person.
Thanks.
Now that we're in Rome,
I'll entrust myself to you.
You can count on me.
Did you prepare this present for me?
How thoughtful of you.
Oh, no. This is for you
to give to me later,
when we meet again
"for the first time".
So beautiful and so thoughtful...
You deserve your success.
You're too kind, dear.
You have such a good sense of humor.
You're too kind yourself.
I'm going to do my make-up now.
- I'll see you later.
- OK.
- Bye.
- Bye.
She's so gentle.
Gentle?
Ruthless is what she is.
It would be such a breeze
being her agent...
Ready, and action!
I wonder what kind of person
Peng will turn out to be...
At last, we meet.
Oh my, it's beautiful!
I hope you'll like it.
Of course I do.
Cut! Lisa...
watch and repeat.
Be sweet and clingy.
Let's try again.
Have a taste, my dear.
Feeling sweet.
Feed her.
Look more satisfied.
Cut.
Alright, get ready.
Now get out of the frame!
3, 2, 1...
Go!
OK...
1, 2, 3...
Cut!
Look, everybody!
What a lovely and suitable couple.
I want to thank all our esteemed
guests for gathering here tonight
for the opening ceremony of our
reality show "This is True Love".
We hope that our show will bring
to the soul of our audience,
the tender tones of a first love.
Let the sweetness commence
with a toast
of the Italian favorite,
Aperol Spritz.
Let us begin!
Get started!
Mr. Jia.
What?
- Mr. Jia.
- Hmm?
Will you please excuse us...
Mr. Jia.
No, brother Jia.
There's something I must tell you.
When others look at you,
they only perceive a wealthy shell.
But when I look at you,
I glimpse an art-loving soul.
Well, why can't the others see that?
That aspect of you
has been concealed
and needs to be excavated...
It needs to be nourished.
And how do I nourish it?
In the way you know best.
With more money.
Yes!
Convince me.
Peng!
Good evening everyone.
Italy is the spiritual homeland
of all artists
regardless of where they are from.
I want to invite
Peng on to the stage
so that he may play a song
in his homeland.
I'll play something for you guys.
That won't do!
What's that you are playing?
Something more fashionable!
Something more exciting!
Am I right?
Play...
play that song of yours,
what's it called again...
"So Boring".
Yes, "So Boring".
"So Boring"...
Please, play along,
he's our paymaster.
Our future gigs depend on him.
I trust you.
Qi!
- Yes!
- Cue the music!
That's perfect, nice...
Ah that's very nice!
Peng!
Peng, sing it!
Sing it!
Dancing together!
No need for thinking!
Dance!
Just like that...
Beautiful!
Hello, beautiful.
Come on!
Hello.
Vodka please.
Beautiful jacket,
are you an artist?
Artist?
Yes.
No, I'm just pretty face.
Thank you.
My honey Pete!
Peng was so good tonight!
Is that so?
Yes! He is so talented.
The next time,
will you let me sing
with him next time?
- Next time?
- Yes.
Sure.
Yes! You promised.
Cheers. Don't you forget!
- I promise!
- Don't you forget!
See ya!
Where is Peng?
Where'd that guy go?
Where are you going?
Gu-Lou...
Excuse me, my friend,
I don't understand...
Where are you going?
Gu-Lou!
Colo?
But Colo...
Wait a minute!
20 Euros...
Damn...
Going off without his phone...
what's he thinking?
(Want to become a chef?)
(Come see me on October 25th)
(National Judicial Examinations)
Mandy!
The pipes are clogged,
can you check on them?
Okay!
Oh, it's you!
What're the chances.
Get me some blankets. I'm cold.
You really are pampered.
- Win by my own draw!
- What?
That's a wrap!
Uncle!
Wanzi!
Give me a hand here!
Win with Kong!
Perfect Sequence!
No wonder,
my tiles are all are yours!
Come on.
Make some efforts!
Let's go.
Another round!
I won't let you win again.
Ouch! My bed!
Come on.
Where's our great artist?
He...
sleeping it off in his room.
I'm an artist too you know.
Listen to me.
Reality show is also a form of art.
You shouldn't look down on us.
Right?
- Right...
- Where are the liquors?
Over there!
- Brother Pete.
- Where is he?
He's not in his room.
Mandy! Auntie Wang brings...
Ah, asleep I see.
Mandy!
Lee!
Wanzi!
What happened?
What's up?
Look over there.
Don't be nervous.
You're...
Mandy's boyfriend?
I'm her auntie!
Young man, where are you from?
Looks quite charming!
How long have you known each other?
Hiding away such
a beauty in her room...
my sis has got it.
Don't be ridiculous!
Who is he?
Will you all please
excuse us for a moment.
He looks familiar.
- It's not what you think.
- Quite handsome!
Let me explain to you later, Uncle.
This is not acceptable.
Why didn't you tell me before?
I will tell you later.
- Don't push me out.
- Don't be excited.
I will tell you later. OK?
What is this, where am I?
You were blacked-out drunk
in front of our doorsteps.
I couldn't just leave you there.
Where is my underware?
Change into these first.
Courtesy of the house.
Who are you?
"Great wits have
short memories", huh?
Now do you remember?
Oh... it's you!
Brother Pete!
Any news?
I've looked all over.
I can't find him.
Maybe we should call the police.
No!
What if he comes back in a few?
Celebrities these days
are so hard to manage.
They just don't play by the books!
Don't these clothes look
a little old-fashioned on me?
Call your attendants and servants.
Have them hurry here and pick you up
and also take care of these bills.
What bills?
Two copies.
Underwear, 20 euros.
Jacket, 30 euros.
Towels, 15 euros.
Are you robbing me here?
Cut the crap.
Where's my wallet?
You think I haven't
looked for it already?
How about this.
You've already driven me
to my hotel once,
why don't you take me there again
and I can pay you there.
Makes sense...
- Let's go then!
- But the ride will cost you double.
OK.
No.
Triple.
- Fine.
- Quadruple.
I think we can stop there.
Deal.
I'm here for Peng. I want to
go over the lines with him.
He's very hungover.
He wouldn't want you to see him
in such a fragile state.
Tomorrow.
I'll let him have a long
heart-to-heart with you!
Qi!
Why not right now?
Oh my god, what is that?
Wrinkles!
What's a woman's worst enemy?
Wrinkles!
Why there are wrinkles?
It's because you're
behind on your sleep!
The liver rests at 10pm,
the kidney rests at 11pm,
and the gallbladders rest at 12am.
You must go to sleep. Right now!
The winkles are really there!
Hi, Mr. Pete.
You're back.
I was just about
to go meet you guys.
We're here to retrieve
the watch that
Mr. Peng was wearing
during the show.
I understand, I'll bring it to you
first thing tomorrow.
Our company policy is that
the watch must
spend the night in the safe.
Of course!
I could not pay for such
an expensive watch
even if I sold myself.
Qi!
- But Mr. Pete...
- Tomorrow morning, morning.
Our policy...
I think we have to go to the police.
Yes.
Have a seat.
You too.
Auntie. I...
Sit!
Big sis, what's going on...
Nothing.
Young man, what's your name?
You can just call me Peng.
So what do you do, Peng?
I guess I'm someone who makes music.
That means he's unemployed.
It means he is a cultural laborer.
No wonder you have such
charming face!
Just so so.
Auntie,
please stop, that tickles.
How much do you make in a year?
Uncle, isn't that question
a bit inappropriate?
So how much do you make?
At least can make a living.
What do you like about Mandy?
Auntie!
What kind of question is that?
She's a nice girl.
Mandy.
What do you see in this guy?
No, uncle, you misunder...
Peng!
I thought he looked familiar.
Look at this, mom and dad,
he's that celebrity.
"I eat, I sleep"
"I eat, I sleep"
"I eat, I sleep"
"I eat and sleep"
"So Boring"
"Then bop along the rhythm
of my music"
Please, that's not necessary.
I mean, the real thing
is right in front you.
He is a star.
So what if you're a celebrity?
Your mother was also a celebrity
in the Chinese community here.
Sure.
They called her...
"the sweetheart of Rome".
That was just
my friends flattering me.
Just friends...
Honey.
You deserved every bit
of that nickname.
Shall we go, Mr. Celebrity?
Yep!
Wait, young man,
stay a little longer!
Don't let me interrupt
your game! Enjoy!
Goodbye everybody!
He's leaving?
Oh, he's leaving already?
Stay a little longer!
Wait, is he wearing my clothes?
He's wearing your underwares too.
Here, hold this for me.
What's this?
I'm delivering this
to my friend first.
Aren't you dropping me off first?
I said I'll drop you off,
but I didn't say
I'll drop you off first.
- Put it on.
- What...
What about the car
from this morning?
You seriously think
that car is mine?
You can either leave
with me right now,
or you can hang back with them.
Let's go.
(Police Station)
They got off work?
Pass it, just pass it.
I can't watch it...
too painful!
Excuse me.
You gotta catch the chance!
Excuse me.
What can I help you?
I'm Pete.
- I'm from China.
- China.
How are you?
Fine, thank you, and you?
What's happening?
He is my friend.
Friend...
Super star.
- Where is he?
- Help!
Where?
What do they want?
I don't know. Maybe he's a fan
and wants to meet this guy.
Is this a photo of a model?
Are they looking for this person?
Here?
This star is beautiful,
but we don't know where is he.
Yea...
where is he?
He is in your heart,
not here.
Italy football in my heart.
Superstar!
Germany,
no, bad, no good!
No!
I can't believe it! What happened?
Idiots!
What's going on?
Look!
How are they serving
the people like this?
I think it's only because
your English is lacking.
Shup up!
It's their English that's lacking!
What do we do now, Pete?
We go to the Embassy!
This is truly Rome!
What's happening?
Hush.
Your license please.
I'm terribly sorry about that.
Was I going too fast?
You on your way to getting married?
No...
this is for my friend.
What about him?
He's my brother.
He's got... issues.
I can't leave him at home, alone.
Smile.
Smile.
Smile at him.
It's wonderful how you
take care of your brother.
Yes.
Chinese people
are just like Italians.
Family always comes first.
- I'll let you go this time.
- Thank you!
Next time, pay attention
to how fast you're going.
Thank you very much!
And you be good, OK?
- We're off the hook?
- Yep, we're off.
What did you say to him?
That was pretty impressive.
I'm not going to tell you.
This is kind of creepy.
This is the public cemetery of Rome.
What's wrong with you?
Taking us to the cemetery at night.
I'm in a hurry,
and this is a shortcut.
We're disturbing their rest!
Are you scared?
Aren't you scared?
What're you doing?
We're out of gas.
- Get off. Come on!
- I will not.
Do you want to get back
to the hotel or not?
Even if you're not in a hurry, I am.
Get off!
Come on! Get off!
Have you heard of will-o'-the-wisps?
Please stop scaring me.
I'm really scared.
What's wrong with you?
Who's there?
Stop being so dramatic.
Wait, there's something there...
Did you see that?
Help!
Wait for me.
Slow down.
Hello, this is the police station.
I understand.
Hey.
They say a Chinese star
has gone missing.
Check the E-mails.
It's the guy on the photo.
Have you seen this man?
No.
Ciao.
Thank you.
So what did you see?
A ghost.
Ah, a ghost.
We've been here long enough.
We're wasting our time.
He lost this.
Antonio, explain to me
how it's possible
that you lost your job.
I had to help out here.
I don't care!
Do you undersrtand that
you got fired the day
before our wedding!
I know,
but please just stop shouting.
I know, I messed up.
I am leaving! See you!
Antonio.
What's wrong?
I just got fired.
But why?
The hotel found out that
I passed the job to someone else.
How is this possible?
That customer filed a complaint.
You filed that complaint,
didn't you?
I've already apologized to you guys,
why still file the complaint?
Complain about what?
I was working
my friend's shift this morning,
and the company found out.
Now he's fired.
You're the one that
filed the complaint?
Wait, what does that
have to do with me?
He's losing his job!
What have you done?
Don't touch me.
- Don't touch me.
- You asshole!
Antonio...
God! My cake!
Relax...
You go stay with Sara,
I'm not going to let your wedding
being ruined. Go...
This is Peng!
It's Peng.
Are you sure?
- Are you sure?
- Absolutely.
Look at those clothes,
the gold embroidering.
It's custom-made, super expensive.
It's Peng.
Who's that man in black?
Who is that?
We don't know yet.
They don't know.
Do you recognize this shoe.
This is the one!
So expensive...
Custom-made,
and so prickly.
It's Peng's.
Where did you find this?
Where did you find this?
The cemetery.
The cemetery.
Pete!
I'm sorry about the cake.
I'll pay for it
after arrive at the hotel.
"Hotel de la ville."
That's the name of your hotel.
You can go back by yourself.
- Miss, is this really necessary?
- Why not?
It's just a cake.
I don't care how much it costs,
I'll pay for it.
This is not about the money.
What?
His life is ruined!
How is his life ruined?
Of course, someone like you
wouldn't understand...
What do you mean?
I don't want to
talk to you any more.
Italy beats Germany,
let's go drink together!
Just tell me if you are
sending me back to hotel...
Whatever!
And now, the news.
We are here with the agent
of the Chinese artist...
who seems to have gone missing
in Rome in the last few hours.
Could you please say something?
Peng is an artist
of international significance.
His safety is in the hearts
and minds of the Chinese people.
We all hope that
Peng will be safe.
Italia...
If you have any news,
please contact us immediately.
Peng, we miss you.
If you have any news,
please contact the phone number
on the screen.
There are multiple kinapp cases
happened in Italy recently...
May I borrow your phone, please?
So...
What's on your mind right now?
I've always thought that
this trip to Rome
would be full of romance...
But my knight in shining armor
has gone missing.
Cut! Wonderful.
OK, touch up your makeup.
Director Liu...
Since Peng is missing
and there's no way
to conceal the news,
let's turn this into a hot topic.
It's actually a boost for our show.
But of course,
our hearts are with Peng.
Always with a back-up plan.
You're a towering figure
amongst the artists!
Alright, I have to get back to it.
Sure.
Alright, let's get another take.
Ready.
- Maintain this emotional intensity.
- OK.
Hit it!
3, 2, 1...
Action!
Nobody wishes to go through
something like this.
But those of us who remain,
must forge on.
Qi, how are we doing?
The news is spreading
incredibly fast.
All the major celebrities
are sending forth their prayers.
Pray for my best friend Peng! Peng,
please come back safe and sound!
I didn't know
Peng was so popular
in the entertainment industry.
It's all useless
and superficial,
they just want to be trendy.
Peng, please come back
safe and sound!
We are all waiting for you!
I'm Miss Peach.
Pete! Look! We're trending!
- Top 50.
- Really?
But what does it matter?
Our man is still missing.
Peng... where on earth are you?
Hello?
Hello, Pete?
Peng!
Yes, I just saw the news.
What's the deal?
Are you alright?
Yeah, I'm fine.
Don't lie to me,
I saw you...
get manhandled by a kidnapper.
- That was a woman.
- What?
She's the driver from this morning.
Driver?
Let's see where I am
so you can pick me up.
Peng.
Yes?
Here's the thing...
You...
you're trending right now.
Really?
In a few more hours,
you might just gain
a lot more fans...
The whole world is looking for you.
Pete.
Yes?
A particularly...
immature thought
has just occurred to me.
Why don't I...
stay missing for a few more hours?
Yes!
Peng!
You read my mind.
(Is the kitchen open?)
(Why?)
(I really need it.)
(Let me ask the chef.)
Hey, good thing you didn't get far.
I have a bad temper,
please don't take it badly.
Have you taken care
of the cake problem?
I'm working on it right now.
I have to find a kitchen
and bake one myself.
All by yourself?
How else?
Everybody is off work.
I can help you.
- You?
- Yes.
(The boss is in
but there is a problem.)
(Hurry if you can.)
Let's go.
It's our fault that
our flight was delayed?
The reservation was for 8:00.
The reservation was for 8:00.
And besides, we've already paid!
What're we going to do?
Roberto!
Did you ask our boss?
I did but she doesn't
have time right now.
She is in trouble.
I don't know.
We're closed. No chef.
We're not leaving
without a hot meal.
I don't understand
what you're saying!
You are driving me crazy.
Hey boss,
I might be able to help here.
What do you have in your mind?
Just trust me.
But you're not a chef.
Please trust me on this one.
- What are you doing?
- Don't be shy!
Hello ladies and gentlemen,
this handsome guy here
will perform for
and entertain you tonight!
Handsome boy.
Everybody welcome him.
I'm too shy to do this.
You said you would help me.
It's your turn.
I can't believe
how things have turned out.
What should we do next?
We will get Peng
to the front page of the internet.
Step 1,
search the internet
and create a compilation
of all the video footage
of Peng since he was a kid.
It's a tressure boy.
The title:
"An underrated musical prodigy."
Boys who play the piano
are so charming.
Has he gone missing?
Step 2,
Leak videos of Peng
being wacky and funny.
Make him interesting.
This guy is so funny!
And release all his demos!
Three.
It's sound great!
We'll use his music to fish
for the empathy of the netizens.
This song sounds heart-breaking.
Oh no, he's missing.
I hope he is safe.
So tragic.
We'll mobilize them
to pray for his safe return.
Applaud!
Louder!
I heard that
you need something from me.
Thanks!
Thank you so much!
You know the rules,
I want the place all cleaned-up
by tomorrow morning.
- No problem.
- Go!
This is the one we're doing.
Doesn't this look a little
too complicated to you?
Which is exactly
why we should start now.
So, how can I help?
You?
Yes.
Separate the egg white
from the yolk.
Can you do that?
Easy.
One hundred first.
So, on any given day,
you're a tour-guide,
a chauffeur, and a cook?
How're you managing?
My family isn't exactly wealthy.
The more I contribute,
the less burden they have to carry.
But, working at this restaurant
is not about the pay.
I consider myself lucky that
I can learn from the best.
Can you put some heart into it?
OK, you can do the other side now.
Looks good?
Let's take a break outside.
I always thought,
these are the most beautiful
hours of Rome.
Rome feels beautiful
to me at all hours.
What is it?
- Some dirt.
- It's just flour.
Hello.
- Would you like to try it.
- May I?
- Sure.
- Sure?
It looks delicious.
Of course.
We made a lot of cakes.
I'm getting some cakes for them.
You play?
You play?
A little.
Play a song.
Would you like to dance?
Am I?
Good!
Wonderful!
Thank you.
This song is really good.
It seems that you don't just
make money by your face.
You really can talk.
You wrote the song yourself?
Yes. I wrote it
when I was at school.
Awesome!
Could you take me somewhere
after the cake is done?
Well,
it depends on how helpful you are.
- Let's go back to work.
- Sure!
I've always thought that
people who can write songs
are amazing.
Even strangers
can immediately share your feelings
when hear your song.
It's magical.
I've always thought that people
who can cook are amazing.
You have to eat
even when it's difficult
or annoying.
Good dishes can always
make people relax,
that's magic.
My mom said the same thing!
Really!
She used to run a small restaurant.
Whenever she saw an unhappy client,
she always gave them
one extra dish for free.
She said
a hot meal could solve all troubles.
What happened? Cut your hand?
Where's the cut?
Oh, I can't see the bleeding.
No.
Help me stop the bleeding...
I'm a little dizzy...
Come on! You are completely fine.
See?
When I first came to Italy
at 12 years old,
I had a fight with a little boy
who was bullying me.
I kicked him,
his bike scratched my leg.
The blood made my socks red!
The little boy still alive?
See this?
This one.
I burned it with my mother's
cooking spoon when I was a child.
I didn't even cry.
Here. This one.
A small scar, you feel it?
When I first learn
cooking as a child,
I fell on the cooker
and hurt myself.
And here,
first time learning fried fish,
hot oil burned my chain,
I was almost disfigured!
Your cut is nothing!
Are they hurt?
How come you like cooking so much.
You are so happy even it hurts you.
I was afraid of having scars
at the beginning,
but my mom told me
they are just medals for a chef,
others can't gain them easily.
Could you make a dish for me?
Are you hungry?
It is important that,
I feel it's a wasting of time
if I couldn't get the chance
to taste your dish.
If you say so...
I guess it's my show time.
What are you making?
I don't know,
I will follow my creativity...
Stop looking,
go work on the cake!
We had 12 episodes
planned for the show.
We lose the lead
on the first episode,
are we going to spend
the remaining 11 looking for him?
I need substitutions.
Exactly!
I can't start the show as a widow.
Did I come all this way for nothing?
Just so we're clear, you guys
are in violation of our contract.
I'll be expecting compensation.
Should anything happen to Peng,
we'll certainly be reimbursing you
as the contract dictates.
Done.
Enjoy.
How do you think?
Well, is it good or what?
Speaking from my heart...
As a chauffeur,
you're too tense,
and you look too upset
to be a tour-guide.
But as chef,
you really are something.
These are the most delicious
noodles I've ever tasted.
Really?
Then have some more!
Who's that?
This is an Italian chef
that I really admire.
He's publicly recruiting
for assistants.
You should go for it!
You know...
only 7% of all chefs
in the world are female.
I think the odds
are against me here.
Purely based on this meal,
I say you definitely has got it.
Just finish your food,
I have to check on the cake.
I'm serious, you have to try.
Do you have paper and pen?
There it is.
Finished.
See, it's good that
I wrecked the previous cake.
This is much better.
Come on, I award you
a little red flower of honor.
Please put that back.
Let's go!
Where?
You said you wanted
to go somewhere.
This is the place.
Conservatorio Santa Cecilia di Roma.
This is the oldest musical academy
in the world.
Morricone graduated from here.
Who?
He's a famous Italian composer.
He wrote many classic film scores.
I asked our director
if we could film here.
He said it wasn't necessary.
I can't believe
I managed to come here.
Thank you for this.
What're you doing?
Hurry! Come.
Wait, can we go in here?
Don't you want to go in?
This is where you want to be.
Hurry up!
That was the score from a movie
that I really liked.
This music reminds me of a dish
my mother used to make for me...
spare ribs stew with lotus root.
She would always
make sure I eat all the roots.
But I just wanted to eat the meat...
Why are you looking at me?
Sorry, did I drift off?
No it's alright.
That was the theme
from the movie "Cinema Paradiso",
it is about returning home.
That's why I find what you said
really moving.
Say...
wouldn't it be nice
if every piece of memory
had its own musical score?
That would be great.
So... what kind of music
do you think would fit tonight?
I don't know.
Listen to this.
This piece...
reminds me of skewers
of sweetened apples
glowing under the wintery sun,
sweet and citrusy,
prickly as I crunch on them.
Which movie is this from?
I'll tell you another time.
Frankly, I've been doing
all kinds of crap since I started.
Performing for commercial events,
doing advertisement...
It's been a long time
since I've played
any music that I like.
Sometimes I ask myself
when all this will end.
But I also just can't get over it...
why can others become
first-rate performers?
Which part of myself
is not good enough?
If you're so unhappy
about what you do,
why don't you quit the industry?
There's no reason
to live with such frustration.
Aren't you unsatisfied too?
About what?
OK,
so when I wake up tomorrow morning,
I'm going to tell them
that I quit as an entertainer,
and you tell your family
you're going to become a cook.
How about it?
Fine by me!
Then, I'll slave away
to pay millions
for breaking my contract!
And I'll abandon
my judicial examinations
and lose a secure life!
Then, I'll make a living
by singing in bars
and drive my parents crazy!
And I'll live forever off
my aunt and uncle!
What a bright looking future!
What glorious prospects!
Who's there!
How did you guys get in?
You can't be here!
Stop!
Where are you going?
Stop!
Run!
Rome's whole history
is all in front of us.
This chauffeur is really something.
I guess Peng really
was with her all night.
I asked you to get decent photos.
Is this all you got?
Yes...
Whatever.
How's our narrative coming along?
Read it to me.
"Peng was abducted"
"by a fanatical female
admirer in Rome"
"and his whereabouts
are still unknown."
"Zealous fan versus
long-legged beauty actress,"
"who will YOU support?"
Good!
Post it with our other account.
The hotel should be right up ahead.
I don't want you to just disappear
from my life like this.
What do you mean?
I want you to be by my side
at every sunrise.
Sure.
I have to go now.
Of course. Just go.
What happened?
Please say something...
Everybody, please calm down.
We all feel the same,
and are worried about Peng's safety.
I'm sure he'll return to us safely.
Peng!
Peng!
Can you comment on
what happened last night?
Did someone abduct you?
What happened to you last night?
Was it an Italian mob
who kidnapped you
or crazy Chinese fan?
- My dear Peng!
- Show the camera!
Peng!
I was up all night,
praying for your safe return.
Thank goodness you're back.
This must be the power of true love.
What happened to you last night?
Please say something.
What happened last night...
We'll hold a press conference later
where we'll explain everything.
Thank you for supporting Peng,
thank you!
Thanks a lot.
- Can you go into more details.
- Fans...
let me hear your cheers!
Peng, let's go.
Stop her.
Close up shots!
Here! Good!
Let's keep shoting.
It's the fanatical admirer!
Isn't that her?
Don't let her get away!
Don't push!
Well, dear officer,
you have to let us finish our shot.
Let's go inside and talk.
Don't push!
Follow them.
We need to know clearly
what happened.
What did you do last night?
Tell me as detail as possible.
Well...
What is this?
Pete,
can I talk to you about
the girl from last night?
Girls, leave us.
(Crazy fan kinapped super star
and spent a night with him!)
What did you just say?
(Return Peng back to his real fans!)
What's happening?
What?
Who's behind these rumors?
Good news,
Mr. Jia has agreed to invest on us.
I need to explain this to her.
Peng Boyang! Haven't I been patient
enough with you?
Yes, those rumors online
were spread by me.
Weren't you the one
who conceived that little
"immature thought"?
Did I mishear, or did you misspeak?
Yes I did say that,
but I didn't intend
to drag her into his!
Were you so enamored
by the Roman night,
as to think you've found true love?
Look in the mirror
and realize who you are!
Pete...
I just don't want her
to suffer for this.
Set is ready,
let's welcome Mr. Peng.
There are so many
journalists and fans today,
we have raised security level.
You hear that?
After all these years of hustling
as third-rate performer,
here comes your chance
to become truly mainstream.
My dear,
I'm certain
you'll make the right choice here.
I'll be waiting for you on set.
By the way,
she's right next door.
Hold my hands.
Cut!
I need to see tension! Chemistry!
I need to see The New Wave!
I just need to know.
What we did last night,
was all fake?
You said...
you wanted to stay with me
a while longer,
was that fake too?
I think you're too good for me.
Agent!
Talk to him.
Peng,
these are our crucial moments.
Put some heart into it, look happy.
Well, now you finally managed
to become truly popular.
Congratulations.
Peng,
be careful.
Director, I must say,
your shots today
were truly artistic.
You're back. Come.
Perfect timing,
we just made some food.
Have some.
A hot meal
could solve all troubles.
Let's dig in, while the food is hot.
Wanzi!
Where's that damn star!
The shameless bastard!
Dad, let's go get him!
Grab something!
Hold it!
Sit down.
I've always said this,
handsome men just aren't reliable.
What you need
is someone like your uncle.
What's that supposed to mean?
Dad, don't take this
the wrong way, but...
It's thanks to my mom's genes
that I have my looks.
Fine. I'm used to it,
you two ganging up on me.
After your mom passed away,
your auntie and I,
we haven't been good enough to you.
You never complain about a thing.
You're stubborn, just like your mom.
But you're also tough,
like her.
That's right.
No matter what happened,
your mother would always
have on a big smile.
You are like her.
There's no difficulty
that cannot be overcome.
And we'll always be next to you.
Let us pool our strength!
Cheer up!
We've got this!
Cheer up!
Come on!
Let's eat...
Let's eat.
Come,
help yourself.
Let's eat.
I want to first off
by thanking you all for coming.
We wanted Peng
to rest a bit,
but he insisted
on giving you an update.
Let's have Peng
tell us what happened.
An old underware, for 20 euros?
That's not a fair bargain, is it?
Last night,
I ran into a liar
who wanted to rip me off.
Right.
But in all honesty, I am a liar.
Right. What?
I've lied to all of you.
I did not get kidnapped last night,
and I want to apologize
to all of you.
No... that's not right.
He is speaking nonsense.
Well...
Pete.
Let me finish.
Finish what?
No...
Mr. Jia!
Please don't pull back
your investment!
I knew it was a fake scandal.
I'm an hypocrite.
Since I debuted,
I never said no to any event,
whatever it was.
I was only desperate
to hop into the upper level.
I dreamt of being a front-man.
But sometimes,
when I was dancing
and singing on stage,
I asked myself,
"Peng, what the hell are you doing?"
I've always played
the roles of others.
Starting from today,
I will try
to be myself.
I hereby declare that...
I will quit the reality show.
I alone will bear
all the consequences of this.
Qi!
What happened?
Go there, please.
Oh yes, OK...
But don't we know each other?
We met before!
Go.
Peng Boyang!
You!
Mandy.
Thank you. The cake is wonderful!
Thank you.
Enjoy.
Sure.
Sorry, I'm late.
What take you so long?
My bad, a guest showed up.
I'm going to my parents.
Go.
Sorry, I'm late.
Where were you?
Too late.
Got your underwares back, dad.
What do you mean?
Where is your shoe!
Let's go back
to the cemetery for it,
they look expensive.
Nope!
This is fashion.
Isn't this your idol?
You should go for it.
You will make it for sure.
You nut.
- What do you mean?
- Guess.
Complimenting me?
And what film
is this piece of music from?
I'll tell you another time.
You said that each
and every piece of memory
deserves their own music.
This song is for our memory.
Mandy,
you're the bravest girl
I've ever met.
Compared to you,
I am only a coward.
You had toiled away,
silently and unappreciated,
for your dreams.
And me?
I barely know who I am anymore.
When love came,
you courageously confronted it.
But I couldn't even admit it.
I don't want to be
like that anymore.
This is True Love!
Come! This is all real!
Give her close up shots!
- Roll camera!
- What are you doing now?
Stop filming!
You're going to be
the parents of the stars.
Do you want to say something?
Oh, no.
Peng is really pissed!
Liu is beaten.
You're going to be
the parents of the stars.
Stop shooting!
Well, go get him!
Protect Peng!
I meant restrain him!
- Don't hit the director!
- Be careful of goof!
Say something!
Don't talk to me,
I don't understand!
Enough!
I have taken in
what you said.
But you and I
belong to different worlds.
Mine is simple.
In yours,
you don't even have control
over what happens.
I can't imagine the kind of future
we'd have together.
I'm not ready for this.
So,
please, stay in your world.
And leave me mine.
Thank you for the song,
it's beautiful.
Wanzi.
Come.
Sorry.
Peng.
Peng.
Peng,
you were so close
to being the most popular star
in my agency.
Peng,
we've got all the footages
they've shot.
I hope you've made the right choice.
It's you again.
Do you believe in fate?
Incredible!
Well... I just think that
either you like someone,
or you don't.
No amount of pretending will work.
The eyes don't lie.
Ever since we separated
I've been writing songs.
I see you
in each and everyone of them.
Will I ever see you again?
Mandy,
it seems that
I've been stuck in the night
I met you.
Every day I wake up,
I don't want to believe
we just missed each other.
But despite that,
everything happened that day,
still like a song
on a constant loop,
took over my life.
This piece...
reminds me of skewers
of sweetened apples,
glowing under the wintery sun.
You said, on the day
we left each other,
maybe we're not ready yet.
Yes.
At that time,
I had no control over my life.
And I wasn't sure about my future.
But now,
I want to tell you...
I'm ready to
become a better person
to live a life worthy of myself.
But I'm not ready for
such a life
without you.
This is the twelfth song
I publish here.
It's been a year.
Thanks for liking my music.
(Release of Peng's new album)
Hello...
Hello.
Pay back my money.
Is this beautiful lady
specifically coming for
Peng's new album release?
I am.
I was told this singer
is super talented.
There is someone flying all the way
from Italy only to see him
in person.
My master opened
an Italian restaurant in Beijing.
Do you think this talented singer
would like to come
and try my new spaghetti dish?
You... really become a chef now?
For this,
I need to thank Mr. Peng for that.
It is him making me realize
it is not that hard
to start pursuing my dream
and become who I really want to be.
That Mr. Peng
also wants to thank you.
Don't leave me anymore, OK?
Peng's concert is about to start,
please find your seat
and get prepared for the show.
I never left.
I've been watching you quietly.
Listening to the songs you write
and the words you say.
They became my daily wake-up call
and my strength to live hard.
I know that I owe you an ending.
So I've been waiting,
waiting for the day
when I am ready,
to stand in front of you again.
And to tell you,
thank you for the song.
What do you mean?
- Do you praise me?
- Guess.
I thought I missed you.
You crazy.
your performance yesterday
was simply
stunning!
How are your vocal cords
doing today?
How do you feel today?
Did you feel that?
And these clothes are just amazing!
One at a time please,
no hurry...
Here, Peng, do you want something?
What does he have that I lack?
You are not lacking in anything!
Whether it's look or charisma!
Otherwise wouldn't I be his agent?
Then why aren't I
as popular as he is?
In our industry,
succeeding is 90% luck
and 10% other things,
OK?
Till now you only lacked one thing.
Me.
Now take this mic, go out there
and conquer the world
with your talents!
You got it, Peng!
Go!
Coming right up,
please welcome to the stage,
my best friend A Xun!
How're y'all doing!
A Xun,
on account of their friendship
invites Peng to open his show.
But Peng fails to impress
with his uninspiring
and trashy pop songs while
A Xun's performance was majestic,
striking at the soul
of his audience,
vocalizing our zeitgeist.
But we were both singing
the same crap,
howcome his is soul-striking?
Was he more undressed than me?
My dear, what's the fuss about?
It's common practice to suck up
to whoever is the big thing.
In another word,
when you're that popular,
they will say the same about you.
You see.
A Xun's new song
tops Kugou homepage.
When are we releasing the new song?
Don't worry about that
and don't forget our goals...
Qi!
What are our goals?
Fight for media exposure,
rake up all the fans.
Except being beaten up,
we are willing to do anything!
Good!
What's our destination?
- Italy.
- What are we doing there?
Shooting a reality show...
Who with?
The long-legged beauty Lisa!
Good! Keep up this spirit!
"Good fortune brings us here,
thousands of miles from home."
Hello everybody!
I'm your tour guide today.
Call me Mandy!
Hello.
Behind us,
you can see the famous Colosseum.
In the old days,
countless gladiators
fought ferocious beasts there
only to entertain people.
Many of them died gruesome deaths.
Next, I have planned
a little surprise
for you ladies...
Please, behold!
He is our local god of war,
his name is Mars.
He is an embodiment
of wisdom and power.
Look,
now, for a small fee
of only 6 euros,
you get to take a picture with him!
It's a very good deal!
You can scan this QR Code
and pay through WeChat Pay!
Wow, fantastic.
Thanks.
When are you getting married?
I don't have time.
See you!
It's Germany versus Italy
tomorrow night,
place your bets now.
Ciao.
Ciao.
Still loitering?
You don't know?
Germany vs Italy tomorrow night.
Take a bet?
I...
Never mind.
I forgot that you are a miser.
What happened to you?
You're late again, by half an hour.
I am really sorry,
there was some traffic.
You're already working part time,
if you want I can directly fire you.
No... I'll change right away.
Be careful.
Come on, hurry up!
So you hold this,
and peel off the hardened parts
on the outside.
Well done.
So, you are the chef now?
Hurry up and take the trash out.
Yes, of course.
Well get moving, girl!
Move it! Move!
Hey! Haven't seen you around
for a while.
Hey, I've been pretty busy.
Did you see your favourite chef
who is looking for assistants?
It's your great opportunity.
Sure.
Yes, really!
You should try out for it, OK?
- Sure.
- I really think you should go...
- Thank you. I have to run now.
- Ciao.
(Want to become a chef?)
(Come see me on October 25th)
Uncle, auntie, I'm back.
Mandy is back!
Yes.
- Mandy.
- How beautiful you are!
My future wife is worried
she has gained weight
and won't fit in the dress.
Thank God,
your uncle is better than Armani.
I'm just doing what I can.
You guys are like family to me.
Yes...
What would we do without you!
That's because your relationship
is more melodramatic
than a TV shows.
That's what love is all about.
Right?
Thank you!
Mandy...
I have something important
to ask of you.
The hotel asks me to pick up a guest
from the airport tomorrow morning,
but also I have to take care
of the wedding venue.
You know what I'm saying?
I lose my job
if I don't go to the airport,
I lose my wife if I don't go
to the wedding rehearsal.
Sure. Same as always,
tips are mine.
Antonio!
Don't be taking up
Mandy's study time...
It's the Judicial Examinations
in a few days.
These are critical times for her.
Damn!
Do they even know
how to play this game?
Some crappy teammates I have...
Oh, sis, you're back!
You can't play games anymore
if you smash your phone.
If that happens you can just
buy me a new one.
From whom did she
inherit these traits?
From me...
Oh, and Mandy,
where were you this afternoon?
I was caught up
with a tourist group.
Um... I'm going to see
Antonio off.
Ciao.
They don't know you are
working at the restaurant?
Shut up!
Looking forward to the wedding dress
tomorrow night for rehearsal.
Ciao.
Okay, auntie,
I'm going to study now.
OK.
Bye.
Are you boys ready?
- Yes.
- Let's hit it.
Peng!
Antonio!
I'm almost at the airport,
don't worry about it.
Cut...
No...
Hi, I'm Liu,
the director for the reality show.
Thank you all for your hard work.
Here, you have to say the line:
"Ah, so this is Rome."
- OK.
- Let's do it again.
OK.
OK. Ready, and...
action!
Peng!
Ah!
So this is Rome!
Cut!
You're supposed to be
this complicated artist...
and "this is Rome"...
say it in a way
that gives a feeling...
of Renaissance!
Let's do it again...
and, action!
Peng!
Ah, this is Rome!
Cut!
Spontaneous and realistic!
Next scene!
Peng!
Now it's the time
to ride a super fancy car!
Qi, where's our ride?
Now we need to get some shots
of you guys entering the car.
Where's your car?
Hurry... move it!
I don't know...
We're a bit short on time
so we'll shoot someone.
- Catch you later.
- Director...
Hum...
Pete... Mr. Pete?
As you can see,
we brought 10 people today,
if you would be so kind
as to pay us.
Pay? Pay for what?
Where were the lacings
on those signs as agreed?
Huh?
How about this...
Consider those signs on-the-house,
please do think of us the next time
you need this service.
Qi, pay them.
OK, guys, you can dump these signs.
Wasn't there at least
one authentic fan among them?
Mr. Pete.
Hi, you...
Pete here!
I'm the Pete you're looking for!
Come here. Yes, you!
Yes, you!
Mr. Pete?
Yes.
Let me catch my breath...
Sorry I was late.
It's fine.
Do you need a hand with that?
Let's just get in.
At least it's a Maserati.
That Lisa sure is good looking.
Yeah, right.
But is this coupling-up publicity
thing really going to work?
That's not important.
What matters is that the audiences
are dying to see
what chemistry
will develop between you two.
And as of now,
Lisa is much more popular
than you are.
She became famous
only through all those scandals!
Switching boyfriends everyday...
Her team...
is also using this show
to reshape her image
toward something more innocent
and naive.
You both have something
to gain from this.
I'll pretend to be madly in love.
Yes...
This won't be a problem!
It most certainly won't.
Is something funny?
You know,
this is a private conversation?
I'm sorry.
I just didn't know you
could pretend about things in this.
What are you trying to say?
Well... I think that...
either you like someone,
or you don't.
You cannot fake it.
Eyes don't lie. Right?
You're pretty mouthy, you know that?
Is she messing with me?
No, I'm sorry,
I didn't mean to offend.
I'm sorry.
What are you doing?
You Idoiot!
Are you alright, Peng?
What kind of driver did you find?
What kind of driver are you?
I'm so sorry!
He was going the wrong way.
I'm going to file a complaint!
Please don't do that,
I'm so sorry...
I...
We are all Chinese here!
We're compatriots.
I don't see a compatriot in you!
Fine...
We'll find a more reliable driver.
Again, I'm sorry.
Just drive.
Morning Sir.
I'm counting on you
to put on a good show tonight.
What a day...
Peng, my dear.
So nice to meet you, I'm Lisa.
I always see you on TV.
You're even prettier in person.
Thanks.
Now that we're in Rome,
I'll entrust myself to you.
You can count on me.
Did you prepare this present for me?
How thoughtful of you.
Oh, no. This is for you
to give to me later,
when we meet again
"for the first time".
So beautiful and so thoughtful...
You deserve your success.
You're too kind, dear.
You have such a good sense of humor.
You're too kind yourself.
I'm going to do my make-up now.
- I'll see you later.
- OK.
- Bye.
- Bye.
She's so gentle.
Gentle?
Ruthless is what she is.
It would be such a breeze
being her agent...
Ready, and action!
I wonder what kind of person
Peng will turn out to be...
At last, we meet.
Oh my, it's beautiful!
I hope you'll like it.
Of course I do.
Cut! Lisa...
watch and repeat.
Be sweet and clingy.
Let's try again.
Have a taste, my dear.
Feeling sweet.
Feed her.
Look more satisfied.
Cut.
Alright, get ready.
Now get out of the frame!
3, 2, 1...
Go!
OK...
1, 2, 3...
Cut!
Look, everybody!
What a lovely and suitable couple.
I want to thank all our esteemed
guests for gathering here tonight
for the opening ceremony of our
reality show "This is True Love".
We hope that our show will bring
to the soul of our audience,
the tender tones of a first love.
Let the sweetness commence
with a toast
of the Italian favorite,
Aperol Spritz.
Let us begin!
Get started!
Mr. Jia.
What?
- Mr. Jia.
- Hmm?
Will you please excuse us...
Mr. Jia.
No, brother Jia.
There's something I must tell you.
When others look at you,
they only perceive a wealthy shell.
But when I look at you,
I glimpse an art-loving soul.
Well, why can't the others see that?
That aspect of you
has been concealed
and needs to be excavated...
It needs to be nourished.
And how do I nourish it?
In the way you know best.
With more money.
Yes!
Convince me.
Peng!
Good evening everyone.
Italy is the spiritual homeland
of all artists
regardless of where they are from.
I want to invite
Peng on to the stage
so that he may play a song
in his homeland.
I'll play something for you guys.
That won't do!
What's that you are playing?
Something more fashionable!
Something more exciting!
Am I right?
Play...
play that song of yours,
what's it called again...
"So Boring".
Yes, "So Boring".
"So Boring"...
Please, play along,
he's our paymaster.
Our future gigs depend on him.
I trust you.
Qi!
- Yes!
- Cue the music!
That's perfect, nice...
Ah that's very nice!
Peng!
Peng, sing it!
Sing it!
Dancing together!
No need for thinking!
Dance!
Just like that...
Beautiful!
Hello, beautiful.
Come on!
Hello.
Vodka please.
Beautiful jacket,
are you an artist?
Artist?
Yes.
No, I'm just pretty face.
Thank you.
My honey Pete!
Peng was so good tonight!
Is that so?
Yes! He is so talented.
The next time,
will you let me sing
with him next time?
- Next time?
- Yes.
Sure.
Yes! You promised.
Cheers. Don't you forget!
- I promise!
- Don't you forget!
See ya!
Where is Peng?
Where'd that guy go?
Where are you going?
Gu-Lou...
Excuse me, my friend,
I don't understand...
Where are you going?
Gu-Lou!
Colo?
But Colo...
Wait a minute!
20 Euros...
Damn...
Going off without his phone...
what's he thinking?
(Want to become a chef?)
(Come see me on October 25th)
(National Judicial Examinations)
Mandy!
The pipes are clogged,
can you check on them?
Okay!
Oh, it's you!
What're the chances.
Get me some blankets. I'm cold.
You really are pampered.
- Win by my own draw!
- What?
That's a wrap!
Uncle!
Wanzi!
Give me a hand here!
Win with Kong!
Perfect Sequence!
No wonder,
my tiles are all are yours!
Come on.
Make some efforts!
Let's go.
Another round!
I won't let you win again.
Ouch! My bed!
Come on.
Where's our great artist?
He...
sleeping it off in his room.
I'm an artist too you know.
Listen to me.
Reality show is also a form of art.
You shouldn't look down on us.
Right?
- Right...
- Where are the liquors?
Over there!
- Brother Pete.
- Where is he?
He's not in his room.
Mandy! Auntie Wang brings...
Ah, asleep I see.
Mandy!
Lee!
Wanzi!
What happened?
What's up?
Look over there.
Don't be nervous.
You're...
Mandy's boyfriend?
I'm her auntie!
Young man, where are you from?
Looks quite charming!
How long have you known each other?
Hiding away such
a beauty in her room...
my sis has got it.
Don't be ridiculous!
Who is he?
Will you all please
excuse us for a moment.
He looks familiar.
- It's not what you think.
- Quite handsome!
Let me explain to you later, Uncle.
This is not acceptable.
Why didn't you tell me before?
I will tell you later.
- Don't push me out.
- Don't be excited.
I will tell you later. OK?
What is this, where am I?
You were blacked-out drunk
in front of our doorsteps.
I couldn't just leave you there.
Where is my underware?
Change into these first.
Courtesy of the house.
Who are you?
"Great wits have
short memories", huh?
Now do you remember?
Oh... it's you!
Brother Pete!
Any news?
I've looked all over.
I can't find him.
Maybe we should call the police.
No!
What if he comes back in a few?
Celebrities these days
are so hard to manage.
They just don't play by the books!
Don't these clothes look
a little old-fashioned on me?
Call your attendants and servants.
Have them hurry here and pick you up
and also take care of these bills.
What bills?
Two copies.
Underwear, 20 euros.
Jacket, 30 euros.
Towels, 15 euros.
Are you robbing me here?
Cut the crap.
Where's my wallet?
You think I haven't
looked for it already?
How about this.
You've already driven me
to my hotel once,
why don't you take me there again
and I can pay you there.
Makes sense...
- Let's go then!
- But the ride will cost you double.
OK.
No.
Triple.
- Fine.
- Quadruple.
I think we can stop there.
Deal.
I'm here for Peng. I want to
go over the lines with him.
He's very hungover.
He wouldn't want you to see him
in such a fragile state.
Tomorrow.
I'll let him have a long
heart-to-heart with you!
Qi!
Why not right now?
Oh my god, what is that?
Wrinkles!
What's a woman's worst enemy?
Wrinkles!
Why there are wrinkles?
It's because you're
behind on your sleep!
The liver rests at 10pm,
the kidney rests at 11pm,
and the gallbladders rest at 12am.
You must go to sleep. Right now!
The winkles are really there!
Hi, Mr. Pete.
You're back.
I was just about
to go meet you guys.
We're here to retrieve
the watch that
Mr. Peng was wearing
during the show.
I understand, I'll bring it to you
first thing tomorrow.
Our company policy is that
the watch must
spend the night in the safe.
Of course!
I could not pay for such
an expensive watch
even if I sold myself.
Qi!
- But Mr. Pete...
- Tomorrow morning, morning.
Our policy...
I think we have to go to the police.
Yes.
Have a seat.
You too.
Auntie. I...
Sit!
Big sis, what's going on...
Nothing.
Young man, what's your name?
You can just call me Peng.
So what do you do, Peng?
I guess I'm someone who makes music.
That means he's unemployed.
It means he is a cultural laborer.
No wonder you have such
charming face!
Just so so.
Auntie,
please stop, that tickles.
How much do you make in a year?
Uncle, isn't that question
a bit inappropriate?
So how much do you make?
At least can make a living.
What do you like about Mandy?
Auntie!
What kind of question is that?
She's a nice girl.
Mandy.
What do you see in this guy?
No, uncle, you misunder...
Peng!
I thought he looked familiar.
Look at this, mom and dad,
he's that celebrity.
"I eat, I sleep"
"I eat, I sleep"
"I eat, I sleep"
"I eat and sleep"
"So Boring"
"Then bop along the rhythm
of my music"
Please, that's not necessary.
I mean, the real thing
is right in front you.
He is a star.
So what if you're a celebrity?
Your mother was also a celebrity
in the Chinese community here.
Sure.
They called her...
"the sweetheart of Rome".
That was just
my friends flattering me.
Just friends...
Honey.
You deserved every bit
of that nickname.
Shall we go, Mr. Celebrity?
Yep!
Wait, young man,
stay a little longer!
Don't let me interrupt
your game! Enjoy!
Goodbye everybody!
He's leaving?
Oh, he's leaving already?
Stay a little longer!
Wait, is he wearing my clothes?
He's wearing your underwares too.
Here, hold this for me.
What's this?
I'm delivering this
to my friend first.
Aren't you dropping me off first?
I said I'll drop you off,
but I didn't say
I'll drop you off first.
- Put it on.
- What...
What about the car
from this morning?
You seriously think
that car is mine?
You can either leave
with me right now,
or you can hang back with them.
Let's go.
(Police Station)
They got off work?
Pass it, just pass it.
I can't watch it...
too painful!
Excuse me.
You gotta catch the chance!
Excuse me.
What can I help you?
I'm Pete.
- I'm from China.
- China.
How are you?
Fine, thank you, and you?
What's happening?
He is my friend.
Friend...
Super star.
- Where is he?
- Help!
Where?
What do they want?
I don't know. Maybe he's a fan
and wants to meet this guy.
Is this a photo of a model?
Are they looking for this person?
Here?
This star is beautiful,
but we don't know where is he.
Yea...
where is he?
He is in your heart,
not here.
Italy football in my heart.
Superstar!
Germany,
no, bad, no good!
No!
I can't believe it! What happened?
Idiots!
What's going on?
Look!
How are they serving
the people like this?
I think it's only because
your English is lacking.
Shup up!
It's their English that's lacking!
What do we do now, Pete?
We go to the Embassy!
This is truly Rome!
What's happening?
Hush.
Your license please.
I'm terribly sorry about that.
Was I going too fast?
You on your way to getting married?
No...
this is for my friend.
What about him?
He's my brother.
He's got... issues.
I can't leave him at home, alone.
Smile.
Smile.
Smile at him.
It's wonderful how you
take care of your brother.
Yes.
Chinese people
are just like Italians.
Family always comes first.
- I'll let you go this time.
- Thank you!
Next time, pay attention
to how fast you're going.
Thank you very much!
And you be good, OK?
- We're off the hook?
- Yep, we're off.
What did you say to him?
That was pretty impressive.
I'm not going to tell you.
This is kind of creepy.
This is the public cemetery of Rome.
What's wrong with you?
Taking us to the cemetery at night.
I'm in a hurry,
and this is a shortcut.
We're disturbing their rest!
Are you scared?
Aren't you scared?
What're you doing?
We're out of gas.
- Get off. Come on!
- I will not.
Do you want to get back
to the hotel or not?
Even if you're not in a hurry, I am.
Get off!
Come on! Get off!
Have you heard of will-o'-the-wisps?
Please stop scaring me.
I'm really scared.
What's wrong with you?
Who's there?
Stop being so dramatic.
Wait, there's something there...
Did you see that?
Help!
Wait for me.
Slow down.
Hello, this is the police station.
I understand.
Hey.
They say a Chinese star
has gone missing.
Check the E-mails.
It's the guy on the photo.
Have you seen this man?
No.
Ciao.
Thank you.
So what did you see?
A ghost.
Ah, a ghost.
We've been here long enough.
We're wasting our time.
He lost this.
Antonio, explain to me
how it's possible
that you lost your job.
I had to help out here.
I don't care!
Do you undersrtand that
you got fired the day
before our wedding!
I know,
but please just stop shouting.
I know, I messed up.
I am leaving! See you!
Antonio.
What's wrong?
I just got fired.
But why?
The hotel found out that
I passed the job to someone else.
How is this possible?
That customer filed a complaint.
You filed that complaint,
didn't you?
I've already apologized to you guys,
why still file the complaint?
Complain about what?
I was working
my friend's shift this morning,
and the company found out.
Now he's fired.
You're the one that
filed the complaint?
Wait, what does that
have to do with me?
He's losing his job!
What have you done?
Don't touch me.
- Don't touch me.
- You asshole!
Antonio...
God! My cake!
Relax...
You go stay with Sara,
I'm not going to let your wedding
being ruined. Go...
This is Peng!
It's Peng.
Are you sure?
- Are you sure?
- Absolutely.
Look at those clothes,
the gold embroidering.
It's custom-made, super expensive.
It's Peng.
Who's that man in black?
Who is that?
We don't know yet.
They don't know.
Do you recognize this shoe.
This is the one!
So expensive...
Custom-made,
and so prickly.
It's Peng's.
Where did you find this?
Where did you find this?
The cemetery.
The cemetery.
Pete!
I'm sorry about the cake.
I'll pay for it
after arrive at the hotel.
"Hotel de la ville."
That's the name of your hotel.
You can go back by yourself.
- Miss, is this really necessary?
- Why not?
It's just a cake.
I don't care how much it costs,
I'll pay for it.
This is not about the money.
What?
His life is ruined!
How is his life ruined?
Of course, someone like you
wouldn't understand...
What do you mean?
I don't want to
talk to you any more.
Italy beats Germany,
let's go drink together!
Just tell me if you are
sending me back to hotel...
Whatever!
And now, the news.
We are here with the agent
of the Chinese artist...
who seems to have gone missing
in Rome in the last few hours.
Could you please say something?
Peng is an artist
of international significance.
His safety is in the hearts
and minds of the Chinese people.
We all hope that
Peng will be safe.
Italia...
If you have any news,
please contact us immediately.
Peng, we miss you.
If you have any news,
please contact the phone number
on the screen.
There are multiple kinapp cases
happened in Italy recently...
May I borrow your phone, please?
So...
What's on your mind right now?
I've always thought that
this trip to Rome
would be full of romance...
But my knight in shining armor
has gone missing.
Cut! Wonderful.
OK, touch up your makeup.
Director Liu...
Since Peng is missing
and there's no way
to conceal the news,
let's turn this into a hot topic.
It's actually a boost for our show.
But of course,
our hearts are with Peng.
Always with a back-up plan.
You're a towering figure
amongst the artists!
Alright, I have to get back to it.
Sure.
Alright, let's get another take.
Ready.
- Maintain this emotional intensity.
- OK.
Hit it!
3, 2, 1...
Action!
Nobody wishes to go through
something like this.
But those of us who remain,
must forge on.
Qi, how are we doing?
The news is spreading
incredibly fast.
All the major celebrities
are sending forth their prayers.
Pray for my best friend Peng! Peng,
please come back safe and sound!
I didn't know
Peng was so popular
in the entertainment industry.
It's all useless
and superficial,
they just want to be trendy.
Peng, please come back
safe and sound!
We are all waiting for you!
I'm Miss Peach.
Pete! Look! We're trending!
- Top 50.
- Really?
But what does it matter?
Our man is still missing.
Peng... where on earth are you?
Hello?
Hello, Pete?
Peng!
Yes, I just saw the news.
What's the deal?
Are you alright?
Yeah, I'm fine.
Don't lie to me,
I saw you...
get manhandled by a kidnapper.
- That was a woman.
- What?
She's the driver from this morning.
Driver?
Let's see where I am
so you can pick me up.
Peng.
Yes?
Here's the thing...
You...
you're trending right now.
Really?
In a few more hours,
you might just gain
a lot more fans...
The whole world is looking for you.
Pete.
Yes?
A particularly...
immature thought
has just occurred to me.
Why don't I...
stay missing for a few more hours?
Yes!
Peng!
You read my mind.
(Is the kitchen open?)
(Why?)
(I really need it.)
(Let me ask the chef.)
Hey, good thing you didn't get far.
I have a bad temper,
please don't take it badly.
Have you taken care
of the cake problem?
I'm working on it right now.
I have to find a kitchen
and bake one myself.
All by yourself?
How else?
Everybody is off work.
I can help you.
- You?
- Yes.
(The boss is in
but there is a problem.)
(Hurry if you can.)
Let's go.
It's our fault that
our flight was delayed?
The reservation was for 8:00.
The reservation was for 8:00.
And besides, we've already paid!
What're we going to do?
Roberto!
Did you ask our boss?
I did but she doesn't
have time right now.
She is in trouble.
I don't know.
We're closed. No chef.
We're not leaving
without a hot meal.
I don't understand
what you're saying!
You are driving me crazy.
Hey boss,
I might be able to help here.
What do you have in your mind?
Just trust me.
But you're not a chef.
Please trust me on this one.
- What are you doing?
- Don't be shy!
Hello ladies and gentlemen,
this handsome guy here
will perform for
and entertain you tonight!
Handsome boy.
Everybody welcome him.
I'm too shy to do this.
You said you would help me.
It's your turn.
I can't believe
how things have turned out.
What should we do next?
We will get Peng
to the front page of the internet.
Step 1,
search the internet
and create a compilation
of all the video footage
of Peng since he was a kid.
It's a tressure boy.
The title:
"An underrated musical prodigy."
Boys who play the piano
are so charming.
Has he gone missing?
Step 2,
Leak videos of Peng
being wacky and funny.
Make him interesting.
This guy is so funny!
And release all his demos!
Three.
It's sound great!
We'll use his music to fish
for the empathy of the netizens.
This song sounds heart-breaking.
Oh no, he's missing.
I hope he is safe.
So tragic.
We'll mobilize them
to pray for his safe return.
Applaud!
Louder!
I heard that
you need something from me.
Thanks!
Thank you so much!
You know the rules,
I want the place all cleaned-up
by tomorrow morning.
- No problem.
- Go!
This is the one we're doing.
Doesn't this look a little
too complicated to you?
Which is exactly
why we should start now.
So, how can I help?
You?
Yes.
Separate the egg white
from the yolk.
Can you do that?
Easy.
One hundred first.
So, on any given day,
you're a tour-guide,
a chauffeur, and a cook?
How're you managing?
My family isn't exactly wealthy.
The more I contribute,
the less burden they have to carry.
But, working at this restaurant
is not about the pay.
I consider myself lucky that
I can learn from the best.
Can you put some heart into it?
OK, you can do the other side now.
Looks good?
Let's take a break outside.
I always thought,
these are the most beautiful
hours of Rome.
Rome feels beautiful
to me at all hours.
What is it?
- Some dirt.
- It's just flour.
Hello.
- Would you like to try it.
- May I?
- Sure.
- Sure?
It looks delicious.
Of course.
We made a lot of cakes.
I'm getting some cakes for them.
You play?
You play?
A little.
Play a song.
Would you like to dance?
Am I?
Good!
Wonderful!
Thank you.
This song is really good.
It seems that you don't just
make money by your face.
You really can talk.
You wrote the song yourself?
Yes. I wrote it
when I was at school.
Awesome!
Could you take me somewhere
after the cake is done?
Well,
it depends on how helpful you are.
- Let's go back to work.
- Sure!
I've always thought that
people who can write songs
are amazing.
Even strangers
can immediately share your feelings
when hear your song.
It's magical.
I've always thought that people
who can cook are amazing.
You have to eat
even when it's difficult
or annoying.
Good dishes can always
make people relax,
that's magic.
My mom said the same thing!
Really!
She used to run a small restaurant.
Whenever she saw an unhappy client,
she always gave them
one extra dish for free.
She said
a hot meal could solve all troubles.
What happened? Cut your hand?
Where's the cut?
Oh, I can't see the bleeding.
No.
Help me stop the bleeding...
I'm a little dizzy...
Come on! You are completely fine.
See?
When I first came to Italy
at 12 years old,
I had a fight with a little boy
who was bullying me.
I kicked him,
his bike scratched my leg.
The blood made my socks red!
The little boy still alive?
See this?
This one.
I burned it with my mother's
cooking spoon when I was a child.
I didn't even cry.
Here. This one.
A small scar, you feel it?
When I first learn
cooking as a child,
I fell on the cooker
and hurt myself.
And here,
first time learning fried fish,
hot oil burned my chain,
I was almost disfigured!
Your cut is nothing!
Are they hurt?
How come you like cooking so much.
You are so happy even it hurts you.
I was afraid of having scars
at the beginning,
but my mom told me
they are just medals for a chef,
others can't gain them easily.
Could you make a dish for me?
Are you hungry?
It is important that,
I feel it's a wasting of time
if I couldn't get the chance
to taste your dish.
If you say so...
I guess it's my show time.
What are you making?
I don't know,
I will follow my creativity...
Stop looking,
go work on the cake!
We had 12 episodes
planned for the show.
We lose the lead
on the first episode,
are we going to spend
the remaining 11 looking for him?
I need substitutions.
Exactly!
I can't start the show as a widow.
Did I come all this way for nothing?
Just so we're clear, you guys
are in violation of our contract.
I'll be expecting compensation.
Should anything happen to Peng,
we'll certainly be reimbursing you
as the contract dictates.
Done.
Enjoy.
How do you think?
Well, is it good or what?
Speaking from my heart...
As a chauffeur,
you're too tense,
and you look too upset
to be a tour-guide.
But as chef,
you really are something.
These are the most delicious
noodles I've ever tasted.
Really?
Then have some more!
Who's that?
This is an Italian chef
that I really admire.
He's publicly recruiting
for assistants.
You should go for it!
You know...
only 7% of all chefs
in the world are female.
I think the odds
are against me here.
Purely based on this meal,
I say you definitely has got it.
Just finish your food,
I have to check on the cake.
I'm serious, you have to try.
Do you have paper and pen?
There it is.
Finished.
See, it's good that
I wrecked the previous cake.
This is much better.
Come on, I award you
a little red flower of honor.
Please put that back.
Let's go!
Where?
You said you wanted
to go somewhere.
This is the place.
Conservatorio Santa Cecilia di Roma.
This is the oldest musical academy
in the world.
Morricone graduated from here.
Who?
He's a famous Italian composer.
He wrote many classic film scores.
I asked our director
if we could film here.
He said it wasn't necessary.
I can't believe
I managed to come here.
Thank you for this.
What're you doing?
Hurry! Come.
Wait, can we go in here?
Don't you want to go in?
This is where you want to be.
Hurry up!
That was the score from a movie
that I really liked.
This music reminds me of a dish
my mother used to make for me...
spare ribs stew with lotus root.
She would always
make sure I eat all the roots.
But I just wanted to eat the meat...
Why are you looking at me?
Sorry, did I drift off?
No it's alright.
That was the theme
from the movie "Cinema Paradiso",
it is about returning home.
That's why I find what you said
really moving.
Say...
wouldn't it be nice
if every piece of memory
had its own musical score?
That would be great.
So... what kind of music
do you think would fit tonight?
I don't know.
Listen to this.
This piece...
reminds me of skewers
of sweetened apples
glowing under the wintery sun,
sweet and citrusy,
prickly as I crunch on them.
Which movie is this from?
I'll tell you another time.
Frankly, I've been doing
all kinds of crap since I started.
Performing for commercial events,
doing advertisement...
It's been a long time
since I've played
any music that I like.
Sometimes I ask myself
when all this will end.
But I also just can't get over it...
why can others become
first-rate performers?
Which part of myself
is not good enough?
If you're so unhappy
about what you do,
why don't you quit the industry?
There's no reason
to live with such frustration.
Aren't you unsatisfied too?
About what?
OK,
so when I wake up tomorrow morning,
I'm going to tell them
that I quit as an entertainer,
and you tell your family
you're going to become a cook.
How about it?
Fine by me!
Then, I'll slave away
to pay millions
for breaking my contract!
And I'll abandon
my judicial examinations
and lose a secure life!
Then, I'll make a living
by singing in bars
and drive my parents crazy!
And I'll live forever off
my aunt and uncle!
What a bright looking future!
What glorious prospects!
Who's there!
How did you guys get in?
You can't be here!
Stop!
Where are you going?
Stop!
Run!
Rome's whole history
is all in front of us.
This chauffeur is really something.
I guess Peng really
was with her all night.
I asked you to get decent photos.
Is this all you got?
Yes...
Whatever.
How's our narrative coming along?
Read it to me.
"Peng was abducted"
"by a fanatical female
admirer in Rome"
"and his whereabouts
are still unknown."
"Zealous fan versus
long-legged beauty actress,"
"who will YOU support?"
Good!
Post it with our other account.
The hotel should be right up ahead.
I don't want you to just disappear
from my life like this.
What do you mean?
I want you to be by my side
at every sunrise.
Sure.
I have to go now.
Of course. Just go.
What happened?
Please say something...
Everybody, please calm down.
We all feel the same,
and are worried about Peng's safety.
I'm sure he'll return to us safely.
Peng!
Peng!
Can you comment on
what happened last night?
Did someone abduct you?
What happened to you last night?
Was it an Italian mob
who kidnapped you
or crazy Chinese fan?
- My dear Peng!
- Show the camera!
Peng!
I was up all night,
praying for your safe return.
Thank goodness you're back.
This must be the power of true love.
What happened to you last night?
Please say something.
What happened last night...
We'll hold a press conference later
where we'll explain everything.
Thank you for supporting Peng,
thank you!
Thanks a lot.
- Can you go into more details.
- Fans...
let me hear your cheers!
Peng, let's go.
Stop her.
Close up shots!
Here! Good!
Let's keep shoting.
It's the fanatical admirer!
Isn't that her?
Don't let her get away!
Don't push!
Well, dear officer,
you have to let us finish our shot.
Let's go inside and talk.
Don't push!
Follow them.
We need to know clearly
what happened.
What did you do last night?
Tell me as detail as possible.
Well...
What is this?
Pete,
can I talk to you about
the girl from last night?
Girls, leave us.
(Crazy fan kinapped super star
and spent a night with him!)
What did you just say?
(Return Peng back to his real fans!)
What's happening?
What?
Who's behind these rumors?
Good news,
Mr. Jia has agreed to invest on us.
I need to explain this to her.
Peng Boyang! Haven't I been patient
enough with you?
Yes, those rumors online
were spread by me.
Weren't you the one
who conceived that little
"immature thought"?
Did I mishear, or did you misspeak?
Yes I did say that,
but I didn't intend
to drag her into his!
Were you so enamored
by the Roman night,
as to think you've found true love?
Look in the mirror
and realize who you are!
Pete...
I just don't want her
to suffer for this.
Set is ready,
let's welcome Mr. Peng.
There are so many
journalists and fans today,
we have raised security level.
You hear that?
After all these years of hustling
as third-rate performer,
here comes your chance
to become truly mainstream.
My dear,
I'm certain
you'll make the right choice here.
I'll be waiting for you on set.
By the way,
she's right next door.
Hold my hands.
Cut!
I need to see tension! Chemistry!
I need to see The New Wave!
I just need to know.
What we did last night,
was all fake?
You said...
you wanted to stay with me
a while longer,
was that fake too?
I think you're too good for me.
Agent!
Talk to him.
Peng,
these are our crucial moments.
Put some heart into it, look happy.
Well, now you finally managed
to become truly popular.
Congratulations.
Peng,
be careful.
Director, I must say,
your shots today
were truly artistic.
You're back. Come.
Perfect timing,
we just made some food.
Have some.
A hot meal
could solve all troubles.
Let's dig in, while the food is hot.
Wanzi!
Where's that damn star!
The shameless bastard!
Dad, let's go get him!
Grab something!
Hold it!
Sit down.
I've always said this,
handsome men just aren't reliable.
What you need
is someone like your uncle.
What's that supposed to mean?
Dad, don't take this
the wrong way, but...
It's thanks to my mom's genes
that I have my looks.
Fine. I'm used to it,
you two ganging up on me.
After your mom passed away,
your auntie and I,
we haven't been good enough to you.
You never complain about a thing.
You're stubborn, just like your mom.
But you're also tough,
like her.
That's right.
No matter what happened,
your mother would always
have on a big smile.
You are like her.
There's no difficulty
that cannot be overcome.
And we'll always be next to you.
Let us pool our strength!
Cheer up!
We've got this!
Cheer up!
Come on!
Let's eat...
Let's eat.
Come,
help yourself.
Let's eat.
I want to first off
by thanking you all for coming.
We wanted Peng
to rest a bit,
but he insisted
on giving you an update.
Let's have Peng
tell us what happened.
An old underware, for 20 euros?
That's not a fair bargain, is it?
Last night,
I ran into a liar
who wanted to rip me off.
Right.
But in all honesty, I am a liar.
Right. What?
I've lied to all of you.
I did not get kidnapped last night,
and I want to apologize
to all of you.
No... that's not right.
He is speaking nonsense.
Well...
Pete.
Let me finish.
Finish what?
No...
Mr. Jia!
Please don't pull back
your investment!
I knew it was a fake scandal.
I'm an hypocrite.
Since I debuted,
I never said no to any event,
whatever it was.
I was only desperate
to hop into the upper level.
I dreamt of being a front-man.
But sometimes,
when I was dancing
and singing on stage,
I asked myself,
"Peng, what the hell are you doing?"
I've always played
the roles of others.
Starting from today,
I will try
to be myself.
I hereby declare that...
I will quit the reality show.
I alone will bear
all the consequences of this.
Qi!
What happened?
Go there, please.
Oh yes, OK...
But don't we know each other?
We met before!
Go.
Peng Boyang!
You!
Mandy.
Thank you. The cake is wonderful!
Thank you.
Enjoy.
Sure.
Sorry, I'm late.
What take you so long?
My bad, a guest showed up.
I'm going to my parents.
Go.
Sorry, I'm late.
Where were you?
Too late.
Got your underwares back, dad.
What do you mean?
Where is your shoe!
Let's go back
to the cemetery for it,
they look expensive.
Nope!
This is fashion.
Isn't this your idol?
You should go for it.
You will make it for sure.
You nut.
- What do you mean?
- Guess.
Complimenting me?
And what film
is this piece of music from?
I'll tell you another time.
You said that each
and every piece of memory
deserves their own music.
This song is for our memory.
Mandy,
you're the bravest girl
I've ever met.
Compared to you,
I am only a coward.
You had toiled away,
silently and unappreciated,
for your dreams.
And me?
I barely know who I am anymore.
When love came,
you courageously confronted it.
But I couldn't even admit it.
I don't want to be
like that anymore.
This is True Love!
Come! This is all real!
Give her close up shots!
- Roll camera!
- What are you doing now?
Stop filming!
You're going to be
the parents of the stars.
Do you want to say something?
Oh, no.
Peng is really pissed!
Liu is beaten.
You're going to be
the parents of the stars.
Stop shooting!
Well, go get him!
Protect Peng!
I meant restrain him!
- Don't hit the director!
- Be careful of goof!
Say something!
Don't talk to me,
I don't understand!
Enough!
I have taken in
what you said.
But you and I
belong to different worlds.
Mine is simple.
In yours,
you don't even have control
over what happens.
I can't imagine the kind of future
we'd have together.
I'm not ready for this.
So,
please, stay in your world.
And leave me mine.
Thank you for the song,
it's beautiful.
Wanzi.
Come.
Sorry.
Peng.
Peng.
Peng,
you were so close
to being the most popular star
in my agency.
Peng,
we've got all the footages
they've shot.
I hope you've made the right choice.
It's you again.
Do you believe in fate?
Incredible!
Well... I just think that
either you like someone,
or you don't.
No amount of pretending will work.
The eyes don't lie.
Ever since we separated
I've been writing songs.
I see you
in each and everyone of them.
Will I ever see you again?
Mandy,
it seems that
I've been stuck in the night
I met you.
Every day I wake up,
I don't want to believe
we just missed each other.
But despite that,
everything happened that day,
still like a song
on a constant loop,
took over my life.
This piece...
reminds me of skewers
of sweetened apples,
glowing under the wintery sun.
You said, on the day
we left each other,
maybe we're not ready yet.
Yes.
At that time,
I had no control over my life.
And I wasn't sure about my future.
But now,
I want to tell you...
I'm ready to
become a better person
to live a life worthy of myself.
But I'm not ready for
such a life
without you.
This is the twelfth song
I publish here.
It's been a year.
Thanks for liking my music.
(Release of Peng's new album)
Hello...
Hello.
Pay back my money.
Is this beautiful lady
specifically coming for
Peng's new album release?
I am.
I was told this singer
is super talented.
There is someone flying all the way
from Italy only to see him
in person.
My master opened
an Italian restaurant in Beijing.
Do you think this talented singer
would like to come
and try my new spaghetti dish?
You... really become a chef now?
For this,
I need to thank Mr. Peng for that.
It is him making me realize
it is not that hard
to start pursuing my dream
and become who I really want to be.
That Mr. Peng
also wants to thank you.
Don't leave me anymore, OK?
Peng's concert is about to start,
please find your seat
and get prepared for the show.
I never left.
I've been watching you quietly.
Listening to the songs you write
and the words you say.
They became my daily wake-up call
and my strength to live hard.
I know that I owe you an ending.
So I've been waiting,
waiting for the day
when I am ready,
to stand in front of you again.
And to tell you,
thank you for the song.
What do you mean?
- Do you praise me?
- Guess.
I thought I missed you.
You crazy.