Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir (2015) s06e08 Episode Script
The Ruler
1
(Chimes)
(Intriguing music)
- So?
- I love it.
It's great,
but it could use some more
Seriousness?
- (Grunt)
- ATON: Darling,
comics is an art as respectable
as any other.
No, no, it lacks
sentiment. There.
But the relationship
between Rain-Piercer
and Sun-Heart is pretty deep,
isn't it?
No, I'm talking
about real sentiment.
For example, in the next issue,
the two knights
could both fall in love
with Deep Darkness.
But she's the villain, Dad.
Sure, but this way,
they'd fight each other
so she can choose
the bravest one of them.
- You think?
- Of course!
That's what people want to see.
Go tell your buddy Marc
what I suggested.
I can't wait
to read the next issue.
- So?
- This is the best script
you've written to date,
sincere, moving
Especially the final scene
when they take off their helmets
to reveal each other's true faces.
It's beautiful, Marc.
It's like you. It is you.
It's obvious you wrote
from the heart.
- We're so proud of you.
- And we can't wait
to see how Nathaniel
draws this story.
- (Uplifting music)
- (Marc sighs)
MARINIETTE VOICEOVER:
In the daytime, I'm Marinette,
just a normal girl
with a normal life,
but there's something about me
that no one knows yet
'cause I've got a secret.
Miraculous
Simply the best! ♪
Up to the test
When things go wrong ♪
Miraculous, the luckiest ♪
The power of love ♪
Always so strong ♪
Miraculous ♪
Miraculous! ♪
(Songs ends)
(Whimsical music)
- (Nose-blowing within)
- (Thunderous quaking)
(Gasp)
It's awful, Tikki!
- (Quaking)
- (Tikki gasps)
(Stuffed up) My nose!
It just won't stop running.
What if Adrien sees me like this?
- He'll think I'm disgusting.
- Of course not, Marinette.
Adrien loves you
just the way you are.
- (Thunderous sneeze)
- (Tikki shrieks)
I can't go to school like this.
SABINE WITHOUT: Marinette,
you're going to be late!
(Marinette groans)
(Gasps and acclamation)
It's really incredible.
Don't you think, Marinette?
Yeah, right,
you're so talented, Diane.
I just accidentally dropped
the paint can
and the spill made a portrait
of Jagged Stone.
ALYA: Super amazing!
- So?
- This is really incredible,
- but
- (Thunderous nose-blowing)
(Shouts and gasps)
Probably a jet plane.
But what?
It's the reveal scene,
when they show
each other's true faces.
I'm just not sure
that's what people want to see.
But if you draw from the heart,
people will feel it.
You sure? Because everyone's
gonna read that comic,
our teachers, our friends,
our parents.
My parents read it and loved it.
They even cried!
- Someone cried?
- In a good way.
Don't worry, Marinette.
We were just talking
about the storyline
of our next issue.
What?! You've already written
the next story
for Sun-Heart & Rain-Piercer ?
- (Gasps)
- Huh?
- (Soft clamoring)
- For real?
The latest issue
was so awesome!
We all can't wait
to find out what happens next.
Can we read it?
No, wait!
I don't want to spoil
the pleasure for myself.
I'd rather wait
till Nath has drawn it.
Well, actually,
Nath isn't 100 percent sure
everyone will like it.
Maybe you could tell us
what you think.
- If you insist!
- (Ricochet sound effect)
(Tense music)
So?
(Emotional)
I love it!
The sentiment is so beautiful!
It's as if everything Sun-Heart
and Rain-Piercer confronted
led them
to this final revelation.
- You see?
- I know it's a good story.
It's just
You don't like it, do you?
Of course I like it.
Are you sure?
I don't want you to do it
just to make me happy.
Sun-Heart & Rain-Piercer
is our story,
mine and yours.
It's more than that.
It's our story,
- all of us.
- Mylene is right,
and you're the only one
who can illustrate it.
(Touching music)
(Soft chuckle)
All right, I'll draw it.
(Cheers)
(Comical music)
Ah!
(Panicked breathing)
Uh, are you OK?
(Plugged up)
Eh, yup, I'm great!
- Why are you pinching your nose?
- It's just, er
Something smells awful,
don't you think?
- Hm? No, I can't smell anything.
- (Bell rings)
Oh, I gotta go.
Have a good nose!
Uh, I mean a good night.
(Indistinct chatter)
(Soft music)
It's OK if you change your mind,
you know?
I won't be mad, it won't change
anything between us.
(Music turns tense)
(Nath sighs softly)
(Soft chuckle)
(Uplifting music)
(Music builds)
NATHANIEL: Marc! Wait!
(Chuckle)
(Sniveling)
Something wrong, Ziggi?
Are you sad about something?
No, I'm crying
because it's beautiful!
The final scene
is so well written!
I understand
why you're scared.
Will a drawing ever be
as powerful as this text?
(Ziggi sniveling)
You're right, Ziggi.
It's gonna be a challenge,
but I'll give it a try
and you tell me what you think.
MARC VOICEOVER: At last,
the Deep Darkness was defeated
and the Nine Kingdoms
were finally safe.
Sun-Heart and Rain-Piercer's quest
was coming to an end.
It was time for them
to say goodbye forever,
but Sun-Heart
couldn't bring himself to leave.
He was starting
to remove his helmet
when Rain-Piercer warned him
if Sun-Heart showed his face,
then the Great-Rain
would never let him
wield the magical powers
of the sacred armor again,
but Sun-Heart didn't care.
He'd rather lose his powers
than lose his partner
who had been at his side
through this entire journey.
Rain-Piercer reciprocated,
removing his helmet
with passion,
renouncing the powers
of the Great-Sun!
- Hm
- What is it?
Something's wrong.
Is it too beautiful
for you to draw it?
No, that's not it.
It's the ending.
It can't end like this.
They can't lose their powers.
It's not fair.
(Intriguing music)
- (Grunt)
- Hm?
(Gasp)
(Uplifting music)
(Music fades)
- You you changed the ending?
- You don't like it?
It's so obvious!
How did I not think of it?
I just followed my heart
like you did
when you wrote it.
It's the best thing
we've ever made together.
- (Knock on door)
- (Shudder)
You boys still haven't left
for school?
(Tense music)
What's that?
Your comic-book stuff again?
That's why you stayed
in your room
this whole weekend, isn't it?
We're gonna need
to talk about this.
All this nonsense is starting
to become a huge distraction.
No, ma'am, it's schoolwork.
We have a group assignment due.
You do? Well
then I'm glad to see you two
getting serious.
Now hurry up, you're going
to be late for school.
I don't think
your mom will ever like comics.
Maybe we should keep this issue
to ourselves.
I don't want you
to get in trouble
because of what we do.
(Shudder)
No.
You were right when you said
this is the best thing
you and I have ever made.
Everyone's gotta see it.
- Let's print it.
- You sure?
Are you ready
to let everyone see it?
Yes, what we've done is genuine,
and when my mom reads it,
she'll see how beautiful
our story is,
beautiful and important to us.
- (Touching music)
- (Soft chuckle)
(Door opens and closes)
SUN-HEART & RAIN-PIERCER
(Printer churning)
Uh, are you still smelling
something awful?
Uh, yeah, aren't you?
Oh, it's disgusting!
Like some old cheese
rotting in a dirty sock.
Oh, look, the proofs are done!
- (Comical music)
- (Sniffing)
- Wow!
- The color settings are perfect!
So, we can start
the final printing.
BOTH: Mhm.
Hey, why are you
throwing them away?
They're just proofs, Marinette.
We only needed them
to adjust the print settings.
No, they're too good.
Can I keep them?
I'll put them in my room.
If it makes you happy.
Could you both sign them?
This time, we'll distribute
your comic everywhere.
(Excited laughter)
(Light-hearted music)
Plagg, did you secretly bring
camembert to school?
You know how stinky it is.
Me? How could you accuse me
of such a thing?
- (Whimsical music)
- Oh, all right!
It might have happened before
in the past, but not this time.
So, do I smell
like camembert?
(Dramatic)
I wish you did.
(Rock theme)
(Intriguing theme)
Care to explain?
(Ominous music)
Were you planning
on drawing this?
No.
Did your friend
write this story?
Yes, that's what you wanted,
isn't it?
Genuine sentiment?
There's nothing genuine
in there.
See what encouraging him
to read comics leads to?
Is this about
the final reveal scene?
Your friend is free
to imagine whatever he wants,
but you mustn't waste
your talent on it.
There are a lot of noble arts,
architecture, industrial design,
scenography.
You can do anything you want
except this.
This comic-book phase of yours
is over!
And if you ever disobey me,
I'll have no choice
but to forbid you
from seeing Marc again!
(Shredder whining)
I'm doing this
for your future!
(Music fades)
I told you that's not
what people want to see.
- (Sad music)
- (Nathaniel shudders)
(Sobbing)
(Action music)
- NATHANIEL: Wait!
- Nathaniel?
- What are you doing here?
- I left something inside,
I'll only be a minute!
ZIGGI:
What are you going to do?
No one can see this.
It was a mistake.
I thought you were happy
with the results.
- I was wrong.
- (Tense music)
Ziggi, bleat it!
- (Harrowing music)
- Genesis!
(Paper shredder whining)
(Gasp)
Marinette!
But why would you want
to destroy them?
- I'm done with comic books.
- Huh?
No, Nath, comic books are
Hold on!
(Thunderous nose-blowing)
So, you were the jet plane?
The jet plane?
(Grunt)
Anyway,
please don't tell Adrien.
I was saying
that comic books are so you!
You're only saying that because
that's all I've ever done,
but if I do something else,
(soft)
I can become someone else.
But that's not how it works.
- Marinette
- (Tense music)
Please respect my choice.
OK, I'll respect it,
but you might regret
that choice tomorrow
or the day after tomorrow,
or in a few weeks.
You might one day,
and that day you'll be sad
that you destroyed
all the pages, don't you think?
Let me keep them safe
just in case.
I promise I won't show them
to anyone.
(Touching music)
What are you gonna tell Marc?
(Sharp sigh)
You can't be serious!
I'm sorry.
Nath, I know you.
Even if you stop,
you'll keep drawing comics
in your head.
I won't.
Besides, that's my problem.
This way at least,
you and I can still be friends.
My friend draws from the heart.
He doesn't give up
on his passion.
My friend doesn't hide
who he really is.
- (Tense music)
- (Soft shudder)
I'm sure
you'll find another illustrator.
(Gasp)
(Gulp)
(Sobbing)
Huh? Tomato plants cry
when you cut them?
(Gasp)
(Quiet squealing)
- (Thunderous nose-blowing)
- Huh?
Another jet plane?
- (Sigh)
- (Nearby sobbing)
(Touching music)
Marc?
Are you crying because of Nath?
I'm sure he'll change his mind.
When he's ready.
For that to happen,
he'd need to change parents too.
(Soft shudder)
Or his parents are the ones
who need to change.
He seemed really unwell.
I thought it best to call you.
You did the right thing.
We'll go see the doctor.
Thank you.
MARINETTE:
Nath, wait!
Since you've quit illustrating
comics, you won't be drawing
the ending of Sun-Heart & Rain-Piercer,
so I wanted to ask you,
would you mind if I did it?
- Hm?
- Of course he doesn't mind.
But do you know
how to illustrate comics?
Uh, sure, it'll never be as good
as it would
if you'd done it, though.
Nathaniel has decided to focus
on more serious art.
He doesn't have time
for this nonsense anymore.
Nonsense? His and Marc's
comic book is a masterpiece!
Let's not get carried away.
If comics were a real art form,
they'd be exhibited
at the Louvre.
Maybe your son's talent
could change people's minds.
Enough!
Comics have no future!
They're just basic graffiti
with meaningless stories.
You wouldn't say that
if you'd had a chance
to read the ending of
Sun-Heart & Rain-Piercer.
Well, we'll never know
since he never drew it, right?
- Nathaniel?
- (Tense music)
(Softly)
You did.
You drew that rubbish!
When I had forbidden you
to do it!
I won't let you
ruin your future.
We'll get you straightened out,
believe you me!
- Let go of me!
- What's going on?
I wanted to make things better,
but I think
I just did
the complete opposite.
(Gasp)
(Whirring)
CHRYSALIS:
Hello, forgive my intrusion,
but I heard the fear
of a mother
whose son is going
off the rails.
Do you wish
to set things straight again?
Being able to convert your son
to match your vision
of the world
along with anyone
who'd try to steer him
in the wrong direction,
I can give you that power,
only if you agree, of course.
For his own good, I do!
And what should I call you?
- The Ruler!
- (Whirring)
(Ominous music)
(Grunting)
(Gasp)
(Nathaniel shudders)
(Whimper)
Nathaniel's mom looked really,
really angry.
Time to talk some sense
into her.
Tikki, spots Achoo!
- Tikki, spots on
- (Blast)
(Rock theme)
RULER: You'll never make
comic books again!
(Grunt)
Let him go!
He's done nothing wrong!
- (Grunt)
- RULER: You!
You're the one who convinced him
to make comic books!
You'll never get near
my son again!
(Ringing sound effect)
(Gasp)
Mom!
(Robotic voice) Don't get
near me. I don't know you.
- Don't get near me
- No!
MARC:
Don't get near me, I don't
RULER: You're next!
You'll finally obey your mother!
Taking it out on me
is one thing, but him?
You shouldn't have done that!
(Ruler grunting)
Nathaniel Kurtzberg,
if you want to help me,
get somewhere safe.
(Shouts and grunts)
(Action music)
(Ruler shouts)
Are we really
about to confront your mother?
Yes, I'm ready.
I'm done hiding.
- (Rock music)
- Ziggi, bleat it!
RULER: Get out of my way!
I need to find my son!
Think for a second
about what you're doing!
Don't you want
your son to be happy?
RULER:
I'm doing this for his own good!
So that he doesn't suffer
in the future!
He's already suffering now
because of your actions!
Genesis!
(Whirring)
(Harrowing music)
(Shout)
(Markers whistling past)
Ladybug, the Ultrakuma's in
her earrings, under her helmet!
Got it, Caprikid!
(Ladybug shouts)
Genesis!
(Grunting)
RULER: Ha!
We'll have to destroy
all her gear, piece by piece.
Lucky for you, M'Lady,
that's my specialty!
"Ameowzing", aren't I?
(Ruler grunting)
- Cataclysm!
- (Ruler cackles)
(Ringing sound effect)
BOTH: No!
CHRYSALIS: Ask him
to get Ladybug's magic earrings.
RULER: Cat Noir,
bring me the Ladybug's jewels.
(Robotic voice)
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
(Groaning)
I liked it better when
you were making puns, Kittycat!
CAT NOIR:
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
(Whimper)
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
(Fading)
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
- (Upbeat theme)
- Lucky charm!
(Grunt)
(Music fades)
RULER: I want my son!
- Your son doesn't belong to you!
- RULER: You don't get it!
I'm trying to protect him!
You're not protecting him!
You're deciding for him!
- RULER: I'm his mother.
- Mothers want their children
to be happy,
but you're making him unhappy.
RULER: It's not your son,
so be silent!
(Ruler shouts)
We'll turn her weapon against
her to force her
to remove her helmet.
Can you draw something
- for me to catch her?
- Mhm.
- (Chimes)
- Genesis!
I'll go first
to create a diversion.
(Action music)
(Ruler sighs)
(Ominous music)
(Shouting)
- (Ringing sound effect)
- (Dark music)
CHRYSALIS: Now, Ruler,
demand Ladybug and Cat Noir
hand over their Miraculous.
RULER: Time to bring them back
on the straight and narrow!
It's your turn to show
your true face, Ruler!
(Ruler gasps)
(Ringing sound effect)
Ruler, take off your helmet
and break your earrings.
RULER: (Robotic voice)
At your command.
(Harrowing music)
CHRYSALIS:
No! Don't do it!
(Crunching)
Ladybug, toss the lucky charm
into the air
and say, "Miraculous Ladybug! "
(Robotic voice)
Miraculous Ladybug.
- (Uplifting music)
- (Chimes)
(Laughter)
LADYBUG: No more evil-doing
for you, Ultrakuma.
- (Dramatic theme)
- (Power-up)
Time to de-evilize!
- (Music softens)
- Gotcha!
Bye-bye, little butterfly.
(Whimper)
What happened?
Children must follow
their own path,
not a path
that is planned for them.
- (Uplifting music)
- (Whirring)
This magical charm will help you
remember that.
- ALL: Pound it!
- (Rock theme)
(Sounds of scribbling)
Marinette, good news!
You won't be bothered
by the bad smell again.
Oh! What happened to you?
Did somebody pour
an entire bottle
of perfume on you?
Three bottles to be exact.
Three bottles?
But why did you do that?
You've been avoiding me
for several days now
because it seems
that I smell like cheese.
- So
- No.
Adrien, you don't smell
like cheese. It's just
What? You know you can tell me
anything, don't you?
(Sigh)
The truth is
(Squeal)
(Plugged up) I can't blow
my nose in front of you!
- Huh? Why not?
- (Tense music)
(Sobbing)
Because I'm very loud!
I don't care about that.
You blow your nose
any time you need to.
You'll still love me, right?
Of course!
(Whimsical music)
(Thunderous quake)
(Grunt)
(Squeal) Are you OK?
Do-do you still love me?
(Shouting)
What did you say?
Oh, no! I'm so ashamed!
(Chuckle)
I'm teasing you.
I love you just the way you are,
Marinette Dupain-Cheng,
so please don't try
to be someone else,
especially someone
with a quieter nose.
(Sniff)
(Grunt)
(Laughter)
(Ominous music)
CHRYSALIS: Nathaniel Kurtzberg.
What's your true face?
(Tense music)
(Throat clearing)
Whoa, there are some really
strong sentiments
here all right,
and I wouldn't change a thing.
- (Touching music)
- (Both chuckle)
Now I finally see it.
You've really poured your heart
into it.
I'm sorry and I love you.
(Soft laugh)
(Sighs)
(Chuckle)
(Ominous music)
I never thought making a comic
would have such an impact
on your life.
You were attacked for it.
When we were just talking
about love.
Do you think
Deep Darkness will come back?
That or something else.
The Great Hate
hasn't been defeated.
There will always be someone
to summon it.
At least thanks
to your new ending,
Rain-Piercer and Sun-Heart
will still have their powers.
They can continue the fight.
Kinda like us, except
we don't have powers, obviously.
Power or no power,
I'll always be there
to protect you.
Same here, but promise me
you'll never put yourself
in danger for me,
you're not a superhero.
- (Touching music)
- (Shudder)
Ziggi,
bleat it.
- (Whirring)
- (Gasp)
Well, I, uh
Say something.
(Chuckle)
Orikko,
- sunrise.
- (Whirring)
(Soft laugh)
(Music fades)
(Upbeat theme)
TransPerfect Media France
(Chimes)
(Intriguing music)
- So?
- I love it.
It's great,
but it could use some more
Seriousness?
- (Grunt)
- ATON: Darling,
comics is an art as respectable
as any other.
No, no, it lacks
sentiment. There.
But the relationship
between Rain-Piercer
and Sun-Heart is pretty deep,
isn't it?
No, I'm talking
about real sentiment.
For example, in the next issue,
the two knights
could both fall in love
with Deep Darkness.
But she's the villain, Dad.
Sure, but this way,
they'd fight each other
so she can choose
the bravest one of them.
- You think?
- Of course!
That's what people want to see.
Go tell your buddy Marc
what I suggested.
I can't wait
to read the next issue.
- So?
- This is the best script
you've written to date,
sincere, moving
Especially the final scene
when they take off their helmets
to reveal each other's true faces.
It's beautiful, Marc.
It's like you. It is you.
It's obvious you wrote
from the heart.
- We're so proud of you.
- And we can't wait
to see how Nathaniel
draws this story.
- (Uplifting music)
- (Marc sighs)
MARINIETTE VOICEOVER:
In the daytime, I'm Marinette,
just a normal girl
with a normal life,
but there's something about me
that no one knows yet
'cause I've got a secret.
Miraculous
Simply the best! ♪
Up to the test
When things go wrong ♪
Miraculous, the luckiest ♪
The power of love ♪
Always so strong ♪
Miraculous ♪
Miraculous! ♪
(Songs ends)
(Whimsical music)
- (Nose-blowing within)
- (Thunderous quaking)
(Gasp)
It's awful, Tikki!
- (Quaking)
- (Tikki gasps)
(Stuffed up) My nose!
It just won't stop running.
What if Adrien sees me like this?
- He'll think I'm disgusting.
- Of course not, Marinette.
Adrien loves you
just the way you are.
- (Thunderous sneeze)
- (Tikki shrieks)
I can't go to school like this.
SABINE WITHOUT: Marinette,
you're going to be late!
(Marinette groans)
(Gasps and acclamation)
It's really incredible.
Don't you think, Marinette?
Yeah, right,
you're so talented, Diane.
I just accidentally dropped
the paint can
and the spill made a portrait
of Jagged Stone.
ALYA: Super amazing!
- So?
- This is really incredible,
- but
- (Thunderous nose-blowing)
(Shouts and gasps)
Probably a jet plane.
But what?
It's the reveal scene,
when they show
each other's true faces.
I'm just not sure
that's what people want to see.
But if you draw from the heart,
people will feel it.
You sure? Because everyone's
gonna read that comic,
our teachers, our friends,
our parents.
My parents read it and loved it.
They even cried!
- Someone cried?
- In a good way.
Don't worry, Marinette.
We were just talking
about the storyline
of our next issue.
What?! You've already written
the next story
for Sun-Heart & Rain-Piercer ?
- (Gasps)
- Huh?
- (Soft clamoring)
- For real?
The latest issue
was so awesome!
We all can't wait
to find out what happens next.
Can we read it?
No, wait!
I don't want to spoil
the pleasure for myself.
I'd rather wait
till Nath has drawn it.
Well, actually,
Nath isn't 100 percent sure
everyone will like it.
Maybe you could tell us
what you think.
- If you insist!
- (Ricochet sound effect)
(Tense music)
So?
(Emotional)
I love it!
The sentiment is so beautiful!
It's as if everything Sun-Heart
and Rain-Piercer confronted
led them
to this final revelation.
- You see?
- I know it's a good story.
It's just
You don't like it, do you?
Of course I like it.
Are you sure?
I don't want you to do it
just to make me happy.
Sun-Heart & Rain-Piercer
is our story,
mine and yours.
It's more than that.
It's our story,
- all of us.
- Mylene is right,
and you're the only one
who can illustrate it.
(Touching music)
(Soft chuckle)
All right, I'll draw it.
(Cheers)
(Comical music)
Ah!
(Panicked breathing)
Uh, are you OK?
(Plugged up)
Eh, yup, I'm great!
- Why are you pinching your nose?
- It's just, er
Something smells awful,
don't you think?
- Hm? No, I can't smell anything.
- (Bell rings)
Oh, I gotta go.
Have a good nose!
Uh, I mean a good night.
(Indistinct chatter)
(Soft music)
It's OK if you change your mind,
you know?
I won't be mad, it won't change
anything between us.
(Music turns tense)
(Nath sighs softly)
(Soft chuckle)
(Uplifting music)
(Music builds)
NATHANIEL: Marc! Wait!
(Chuckle)
(Sniveling)
Something wrong, Ziggi?
Are you sad about something?
No, I'm crying
because it's beautiful!
The final scene
is so well written!
I understand
why you're scared.
Will a drawing ever be
as powerful as this text?
(Ziggi sniveling)
You're right, Ziggi.
It's gonna be a challenge,
but I'll give it a try
and you tell me what you think.
MARC VOICEOVER: At last,
the Deep Darkness was defeated
and the Nine Kingdoms
were finally safe.
Sun-Heart and Rain-Piercer's quest
was coming to an end.
It was time for them
to say goodbye forever,
but Sun-Heart
couldn't bring himself to leave.
He was starting
to remove his helmet
when Rain-Piercer warned him
if Sun-Heart showed his face,
then the Great-Rain
would never let him
wield the magical powers
of the sacred armor again,
but Sun-Heart didn't care.
He'd rather lose his powers
than lose his partner
who had been at his side
through this entire journey.
Rain-Piercer reciprocated,
removing his helmet
with passion,
renouncing the powers
of the Great-Sun!
- Hm
- What is it?
Something's wrong.
Is it too beautiful
for you to draw it?
No, that's not it.
It's the ending.
It can't end like this.
They can't lose their powers.
It's not fair.
(Intriguing music)
- (Grunt)
- Hm?
(Gasp)
(Uplifting music)
(Music fades)
- You you changed the ending?
- You don't like it?
It's so obvious!
How did I not think of it?
I just followed my heart
like you did
when you wrote it.
It's the best thing
we've ever made together.
- (Knock on door)
- (Shudder)
You boys still haven't left
for school?
(Tense music)
What's that?
Your comic-book stuff again?
That's why you stayed
in your room
this whole weekend, isn't it?
We're gonna need
to talk about this.
All this nonsense is starting
to become a huge distraction.
No, ma'am, it's schoolwork.
We have a group assignment due.
You do? Well
then I'm glad to see you two
getting serious.
Now hurry up, you're going
to be late for school.
I don't think
your mom will ever like comics.
Maybe we should keep this issue
to ourselves.
I don't want you
to get in trouble
because of what we do.
(Shudder)
No.
You were right when you said
this is the best thing
you and I have ever made.
Everyone's gotta see it.
- Let's print it.
- You sure?
Are you ready
to let everyone see it?
Yes, what we've done is genuine,
and when my mom reads it,
she'll see how beautiful
our story is,
beautiful and important to us.
- (Touching music)
- (Soft chuckle)
(Door opens and closes)
SUN-HEART & RAIN-PIERCER
(Printer churning)
Uh, are you still smelling
something awful?
Uh, yeah, aren't you?
Oh, it's disgusting!
Like some old cheese
rotting in a dirty sock.
Oh, look, the proofs are done!
- (Comical music)
- (Sniffing)
- Wow!
- The color settings are perfect!
So, we can start
the final printing.
BOTH: Mhm.
Hey, why are you
throwing them away?
They're just proofs, Marinette.
We only needed them
to adjust the print settings.
No, they're too good.
Can I keep them?
I'll put them in my room.
If it makes you happy.
Could you both sign them?
This time, we'll distribute
your comic everywhere.
(Excited laughter)
(Light-hearted music)
Plagg, did you secretly bring
camembert to school?
You know how stinky it is.
Me? How could you accuse me
of such a thing?
- (Whimsical music)
- Oh, all right!
It might have happened before
in the past, but not this time.
So, do I smell
like camembert?
(Dramatic)
I wish you did.
(Rock theme)
(Intriguing theme)
Care to explain?
(Ominous music)
Were you planning
on drawing this?
No.
Did your friend
write this story?
Yes, that's what you wanted,
isn't it?
Genuine sentiment?
There's nothing genuine
in there.
See what encouraging him
to read comics leads to?
Is this about
the final reveal scene?
Your friend is free
to imagine whatever he wants,
but you mustn't waste
your talent on it.
There are a lot of noble arts,
architecture, industrial design,
scenography.
You can do anything you want
except this.
This comic-book phase of yours
is over!
And if you ever disobey me,
I'll have no choice
but to forbid you
from seeing Marc again!
(Shredder whining)
I'm doing this
for your future!
(Music fades)
I told you that's not
what people want to see.
- (Sad music)
- (Nathaniel shudders)
(Sobbing)
(Action music)
- NATHANIEL: Wait!
- Nathaniel?
- What are you doing here?
- I left something inside,
I'll only be a minute!
ZIGGI:
What are you going to do?
No one can see this.
It was a mistake.
I thought you were happy
with the results.
- I was wrong.
- (Tense music)
Ziggi, bleat it!
- (Harrowing music)
- Genesis!
(Paper shredder whining)
(Gasp)
Marinette!
But why would you want
to destroy them?
- I'm done with comic books.
- Huh?
No, Nath, comic books are
Hold on!
(Thunderous nose-blowing)
So, you were the jet plane?
The jet plane?
(Grunt)
Anyway,
please don't tell Adrien.
I was saying
that comic books are so you!
You're only saying that because
that's all I've ever done,
but if I do something else,
(soft)
I can become someone else.
But that's not how it works.
- Marinette
- (Tense music)
Please respect my choice.
OK, I'll respect it,
but you might regret
that choice tomorrow
or the day after tomorrow,
or in a few weeks.
You might one day,
and that day you'll be sad
that you destroyed
all the pages, don't you think?
Let me keep them safe
just in case.
I promise I won't show them
to anyone.
(Touching music)
What are you gonna tell Marc?
(Sharp sigh)
You can't be serious!
I'm sorry.
Nath, I know you.
Even if you stop,
you'll keep drawing comics
in your head.
I won't.
Besides, that's my problem.
This way at least,
you and I can still be friends.
My friend draws from the heart.
He doesn't give up
on his passion.
My friend doesn't hide
who he really is.
- (Tense music)
- (Soft shudder)
I'm sure
you'll find another illustrator.
(Gasp)
(Gulp)
(Sobbing)
Huh? Tomato plants cry
when you cut them?
(Gasp)
(Quiet squealing)
- (Thunderous nose-blowing)
- Huh?
Another jet plane?
- (Sigh)
- (Nearby sobbing)
(Touching music)
Marc?
Are you crying because of Nath?
I'm sure he'll change his mind.
When he's ready.
For that to happen,
he'd need to change parents too.
(Soft shudder)
Or his parents are the ones
who need to change.
He seemed really unwell.
I thought it best to call you.
You did the right thing.
We'll go see the doctor.
Thank you.
MARINETTE:
Nath, wait!
Since you've quit illustrating
comics, you won't be drawing
the ending of Sun-Heart & Rain-Piercer,
so I wanted to ask you,
would you mind if I did it?
- Hm?
- Of course he doesn't mind.
But do you know
how to illustrate comics?
Uh, sure, it'll never be as good
as it would
if you'd done it, though.
Nathaniel has decided to focus
on more serious art.
He doesn't have time
for this nonsense anymore.
Nonsense? His and Marc's
comic book is a masterpiece!
Let's not get carried away.
If comics were a real art form,
they'd be exhibited
at the Louvre.
Maybe your son's talent
could change people's minds.
Enough!
Comics have no future!
They're just basic graffiti
with meaningless stories.
You wouldn't say that
if you'd had a chance
to read the ending of
Sun-Heart & Rain-Piercer.
Well, we'll never know
since he never drew it, right?
- Nathaniel?
- (Tense music)
(Softly)
You did.
You drew that rubbish!
When I had forbidden you
to do it!
I won't let you
ruin your future.
We'll get you straightened out,
believe you me!
- Let go of me!
- What's going on?
I wanted to make things better,
but I think
I just did
the complete opposite.
(Gasp)
(Whirring)
CHRYSALIS:
Hello, forgive my intrusion,
but I heard the fear
of a mother
whose son is going
off the rails.
Do you wish
to set things straight again?
Being able to convert your son
to match your vision
of the world
along with anyone
who'd try to steer him
in the wrong direction,
I can give you that power,
only if you agree, of course.
For his own good, I do!
And what should I call you?
- The Ruler!
- (Whirring)
(Ominous music)
(Grunting)
(Gasp)
(Nathaniel shudders)
(Whimper)
Nathaniel's mom looked really,
really angry.
Time to talk some sense
into her.
Tikki, spots Achoo!
- Tikki, spots on
- (Blast)
(Rock theme)
RULER: You'll never make
comic books again!
(Grunt)
Let him go!
He's done nothing wrong!
- (Grunt)
- RULER: You!
You're the one who convinced him
to make comic books!
You'll never get near
my son again!
(Ringing sound effect)
(Gasp)
Mom!
(Robotic voice) Don't get
near me. I don't know you.
- Don't get near me
- No!
MARC:
Don't get near me, I don't
RULER: You're next!
You'll finally obey your mother!
Taking it out on me
is one thing, but him?
You shouldn't have done that!
(Ruler grunting)
Nathaniel Kurtzberg,
if you want to help me,
get somewhere safe.
(Shouts and grunts)
(Action music)
(Ruler shouts)
Are we really
about to confront your mother?
Yes, I'm ready.
I'm done hiding.
- (Rock music)
- Ziggi, bleat it!
RULER: Get out of my way!
I need to find my son!
Think for a second
about what you're doing!
Don't you want
your son to be happy?
RULER:
I'm doing this for his own good!
So that he doesn't suffer
in the future!
He's already suffering now
because of your actions!
Genesis!
(Whirring)
(Harrowing music)
(Shout)
(Markers whistling past)
Ladybug, the Ultrakuma's in
her earrings, under her helmet!
Got it, Caprikid!
(Ladybug shouts)
Genesis!
(Grunting)
RULER: Ha!
We'll have to destroy
all her gear, piece by piece.
Lucky for you, M'Lady,
that's my specialty!
"Ameowzing", aren't I?
(Ruler grunting)
- Cataclysm!
- (Ruler cackles)
(Ringing sound effect)
BOTH: No!
CHRYSALIS: Ask him
to get Ladybug's magic earrings.
RULER: Cat Noir,
bring me the Ladybug's jewels.
(Robotic voice)
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
(Groaning)
I liked it better when
you were making puns, Kittycat!
CAT NOIR:
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
(Whimper)
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
(Fading)
Must Cataclysm Ladybug.
- (Upbeat theme)
- Lucky charm!
(Grunt)
(Music fades)
RULER: I want my son!
- Your son doesn't belong to you!
- RULER: You don't get it!
I'm trying to protect him!
You're not protecting him!
You're deciding for him!
- RULER: I'm his mother.
- Mothers want their children
to be happy,
but you're making him unhappy.
RULER: It's not your son,
so be silent!
(Ruler shouts)
We'll turn her weapon against
her to force her
to remove her helmet.
Can you draw something
- for me to catch her?
- Mhm.
- (Chimes)
- Genesis!
I'll go first
to create a diversion.
(Action music)
(Ruler sighs)
(Ominous music)
(Shouting)
- (Ringing sound effect)
- (Dark music)
CHRYSALIS: Now, Ruler,
demand Ladybug and Cat Noir
hand over their Miraculous.
RULER: Time to bring them back
on the straight and narrow!
It's your turn to show
your true face, Ruler!
(Ruler gasps)
(Ringing sound effect)
Ruler, take off your helmet
and break your earrings.
RULER: (Robotic voice)
At your command.
(Harrowing music)
CHRYSALIS:
No! Don't do it!
(Crunching)
Ladybug, toss the lucky charm
into the air
and say, "Miraculous Ladybug! "
(Robotic voice)
Miraculous Ladybug.
- (Uplifting music)
- (Chimes)
(Laughter)
LADYBUG: No more evil-doing
for you, Ultrakuma.
- (Dramatic theme)
- (Power-up)
Time to de-evilize!
- (Music softens)
- Gotcha!
Bye-bye, little butterfly.
(Whimper)
What happened?
Children must follow
their own path,
not a path
that is planned for them.
- (Uplifting music)
- (Whirring)
This magical charm will help you
remember that.
- ALL: Pound it!
- (Rock theme)
(Sounds of scribbling)
Marinette, good news!
You won't be bothered
by the bad smell again.
Oh! What happened to you?
Did somebody pour
an entire bottle
of perfume on you?
Three bottles to be exact.
Three bottles?
But why did you do that?
You've been avoiding me
for several days now
because it seems
that I smell like cheese.
- So
- No.
Adrien, you don't smell
like cheese. It's just
What? You know you can tell me
anything, don't you?
(Sigh)
The truth is
(Squeal)
(Plugged up) I can't blow
my nose in front of you!
- Huh? Why not?
- (Tense music)
(Sobbing)
Because I'm very loud!
I don't care about that.
You blow your nose
any time you need to.
You'll still love me, right?
Of course!
(Whimsical music)
(Thunderous quake)
(Grunt)
(Squeal) Are you OK?
Do-do you still love me?
(Shouting)
What did you say?
Oh, no! I'm so ashamed!
(Chuckle)
I'm teasing you.
I love you just the way you are,
Marinette Dupain-Cheng,
so please don't try
to be someone else,
especially someone
with a quieter nose.
(Sniff)
(Grunt)
(Laughter)
(Ominous music)
CHRYSALIS: Nathaniel Kurtzberg.
What's your true face?
(Tense music)
(Throat clearing)
Whoa, there are some really
strong sentiments
here all right,
and I wouldn't change a thing.
- (Touching music)
- (Both chuckle)
Now I finally see it.
You've really poured your heart
into it.
I'm sorry and I love you.
(Soft laugh)
(Sighs)
(Chuckle)
(Ominous music)
I never thought making a comic
would have such an impact
on your life.
You were attacked for it.
When we were just talking
about love.
Do you think
Deep Darkness will come back?
That or something else.
The Great Hate
hasn't been defeated.
There will always be someone
to summon it.
At least thanks
to your new ending,
Rain-Piercer and Sun-Heart
will still have their powers.
They can continue the fight.
Kinda like us, except
we don't have powers, obviously.
Power or no power,
I'll always be there
to protect you.
Same here, but promise me
you'll never put yourself
in danger for me,
you're not a superhero.
- (Touching music)
- (Shudder)
Ziggi,
bleat it.
- (Whirring)
- (Gasp)
Well, I, uh
Say something.
(Chuckle)
Orikko,
- sunrise.
- (Whirring)
(Soft laugh)
(Music fades)
(Upbeat theme)
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