It was a hot summer afternoon.
According to the news, it was the hottest day in history.
That day started like always...
-Let me go, fucking avocado nose!
-Shut up, buck tooth! -You shut up, cactus nose!
-What's going on here?!
What's going on here?
Every single time with the two of you, dammit!
Like cats and dogs!
Who started it?
-Breakfast is ready!
-Go on! Go eat your breakfast! -My brother Gabino, and I...
...noticed that our parents were acting a little strange.
We thought it was the heat...
...but they were telling us they were getting a divorce.
-Tell them.
-Why me?
You tell them, hot shot! Weren't you so convinced?
-We didn't fully understand, so we looked at each other...
...we didn't say a thing, and went back to finding the hidden elephant...
...on the back of the Fruit Loops cereal box.
-You're an idiot. Get that out of my face!
-What happened next, was one of the most meaningful events of our lives.
-It's busy, Gabino! -I can't hold it!
-Use the other bathroom, corn teeth.
-My mom's in the shower!
-Again?
-Yeah, she's acting crazy. She says her boobs are sweaty.
- Well, wait until I'm done.
What are you doing?! Mom's gonna kill you!
-Now what do I do, Guadalupe?
-And there it was...
...it was like making the biggest discovery in the world!
It looked so strange out of the water...
...its texture, its color, its consistency...
...it was so weird and amazing!
-How are we gonna get it out?
-Don't move the bag! -No...
-For the next two weeks, our obsession grew...
-Done. -You're up.
-No, it's your turn. -Nah...
-No, it's yours. -OK, fine, both of us.
-It became like a scientific project... -One, two, three!
-We wanted to see the subject of our analysis in different scenarios...
-Stop throwing your shit, punks!
-Run! -Run!
-And that Nintendo you wanted...
...I'm not buying it anymore! -No! No!
-Against the wall! You come over here!
-I didn't know Gabino could be so much fun!
-We're gonna get caught! Hurry!
-Guadalupe! Gabino!
I see you, you brats! What the hell are you doing?!
-And you're gonna stay there! Don't move!
-Are you freaking kidding me?
-Ew! -Someone pooped!
-Get out of the way!
-The fights between us became less frequent...
But the ones between my parents happened more frequently.
-...What do you want me to do? Pick it up and bring it home?!
Pigs!
We knew we couldn't get away with this forever...
My father blamed our behavior on the divorce...
My mom thought we were possessed by the devil.
-We need to straighten these boys up! I can't believe they went this far!
We can't have these pranks in the Lord's house, please!
-It was until the priest recommended a distraction...
...a family activity to rid us from the trauma caused by their marital problems.
- A crooked tree never straightens!
As a result of our heinous experiment...
...which society deemed as a repulsive act of vandalism...
...gave me the best gift I could ever wish for.
It turned my brother Gabino into my best friend...
And if that wasn't enough, I found my true calling.
It made me the man I am today.
-Welcome to the world of Lucha Libre...
The highest iteration of the sport with the mightiest icons!
We now see the rise...
...of this super athlete who climbed from the bottom...
...an authentic idol of the people...
-Hawk! Fly!
-Count it!
-One! Two! Three! YEAH!
Now, as the champion...
...his brother The Rabbit, crowns him as the youngest legend in Lucha Libre!
-You won, avocado nose!
-Welcome, Black Hawk!!
-Hawk!
-What's happening?
What's going on?
His luck has changed, he looks discouraged...
...unmotivated.
He's completely lost all sense of direction!
These demons, that are his enemies...
...have become his nightmares...
...of the worst kind!
It's here, where some of us, will bear witness...
...of the lowest point in The Black Hawk's free-falling career...
Darkness surrounds him...
He can't handle the punishment!
He still has heart, but no determination, no faith in himself.
There it is, The Black Hawk has hit rock bottom!
His enemies know this, and are determined to finish him!
He's in a rut he can't get out of!
...this is perhaps the end of the icon...
the Black Hawk!
-No! No! No! Yes! Yes! Yes!
-Give it up for this loser!
-Get down from there, you fucking turkey!
The fuck you looking at?
-Come on, man. Time to get down.
- BOTH OF US
SIX MONTHS LATER
-Any more questions?
-Hawk, a lot of people have waited for your comeback...
...others think it's too late. Why did you wait so long?
-Well, I've been kind of busy... it wasn't the right time--
-Your career plummeted since your brother, The Rabbit quit--
-That's why he starred in all those Dollar-Bin home movies!
-OK, it was one time... -Help!
-And the recession was kicking my ass. -Help! Someone, please!
-Someone help us!
-The Black Hawk is here!
-Black Hawk!
-We're running out of time to save the world, Black Hawk!
-Serafino!
-Thanks for saving us, Black Hawk!
-Cut!
-I can't work like this, for fuck's sake!
-Alright, fellas. That's enough. Time for pictures.
-Photos? I like that. Get a good shot of my tongue.
-Psycho! This way! -Over here, Champ!
-Bye, Hawk. See ya.
-Anyone around? -Nope.
-You sure? -I'm sure.
-You didn't get bored?
-No, not at all.
-Alright, let's go.
What's that?
-Dad...I think you should lose a few pounds.
-What the--? I already lost four pounds!
-Dad, your love handles are flopping all over!
Last time, Psycho Clown looked more agile.
-Who's side are you on? -Yours, that's why I'm telling you!
-Oh really? Did that help him win? Who beat him last time?
-I'm just saying...
...it's been a while, and you don't look like you used to.
-"You don't look like you used to." -Stop it, Dad!
-"Stop it, dad!" -Quit it!
-Let's go.
-We're here.
Where are you going?
-I'll race you!
-I'll beat you!
-Nuh-uh!
-Here I come! -Let's see if you can lose those pounds!
-I beat you!
-OK. Hand me the thing.
-What thing? -That thing... for this thing.
-Which thing for what thing?!
-Goddamned egghead, don't yell at me!
-What am I looking for?! -The thing!
-Here, grandma.
-Oh, baby. What would I do without you?
-Ahem!
-The Hawk is in the house!
-You look so handsome, my boy! Powerful! Beautiful!
-You're back!
-Watch out, everyone.
-Well then, the day has finally arrived. Good evening, doctor.
-Good evening, Pato, Chucho, my dear friends...
...we're ready for the Match of the Century!
-"The ring, was slammin' "...
-"The crowd, was jammin' " just like that song says...
...and we're facing tonight's protagonists:
Black Hawk vs. Psycho Clown!
Remember, The Hawk needs to win no matter what...
-Three for the Hawk, please. -If you'll let me, doctor...
...I'd like to ask, is the Hawk in any condition to fight again?
-Where? -Right there!
-Don't yell at me, I'm tense! -Me too!
-Of course he's in no condition. He comes from a terrible loss...
-This could be his rise to glory, or his final nail in the coffin.
...But he's facing a legend! The one, the only...
...Psycho Clown! Pato Martinez, don't you dare tell me I'm wrong!
-I want chips.
I want chips!! -Yes, chips.
-Over here.
Another one...
...he's paying.
-Ladies and Gentlemen!
Welcome to the Epoca Arena!
We're ready for the spectacular introduction of tonight's...
...Match of the Century!!
-I'm in charge here!
-It's not a plane! It's not a bird! but he comes from the skies...
...he's our angel. Straight from the "Portales" neighborhood...
-Black Hawk!
-My boy! -The hero of all children...
of the children's mothers, their grandmothers...
He's here tonight, for your viewing pleasure...
...The Black Hawk!!
-Hawk!
-My boy! My son! I love you!
-Hawk!
-Tonight's the night! The Rematch!
-Here we go!
...the crowd has only one goal, to see the great victory...
...of the newest Villain icon of all arenas...
...the amazing, the incredible the sensational. Our favorite hooligan...!
...Psycho Clown!
-Let's dance, birdy!
-Everything's set, ladies and gentlemen. We now begin...
...the Match of the Century.
In one corner, the Black Hawk.
In the other, Psycho Clown. Piero is our referee tonight...
Dr. Velasco, it's a pleasure to share the microphone with you...
...on this historic fight.
-Our two opponents are ready...
The referee checks them for weapons and illegal stuff...
-Come on! -Shake my hand.
-He's refusing to shake his hand! That's unsportsman-like.
Gives him a terrible blow...
..straight to the kidneys.
My dear Chucho, it's known as an "FCS", Fucking Cheap Shot, is what that is.
-That's how you hit!
-Looks like he's suffering a concussion, our dear Hawk.
-The Hawk wises up! And the crowd goes wild!
Everybody's on their feet!
-Here comes Psycho Clown, ladies and gentlemen...
...the action continues in the ring.
Here come the rope tricks, a Springboard, and then...
...a Japanese Slam! Just like all legends should do!
-Amazing! The Black Hawk just dove on him like a predator!
-Everybody has high hopes!
Could this be his return?
-... It's absurd that you think that...
-One!
Two!
Three!
Four!
-Five!
-Come here, birdy!
-Hawk!
-Sorry. Let me bring you up to speed...
You're probably wondering about Gabino...
...or The Rabbit, as everybody knows him...
-One! Two! Three!
-My brother, Gabino was a key factor...
...so I could reach the top.
-This one's ours, Rabbit!
-I was the muscle, he was the brains.
Everything he touched became gold!
They called him "Rabbit", because he was so smart...
...that, and because of his big-ass teeth.
-Everything fell apart five years ago. Gabino started drinking...
...hanging with the wrong crowd.
This asshole played me!
He betrayed me!
He made shady deals and lost all my money!
He kept to his vices, instead of his family.
-Pretty boy.
-No one heard from him in four years...
...until today.
-Over here!
-The Black Hawk is looking a little distracted...
...like he just noticed something or saw the Virgin Mary.
I don't recognize him! He's practically finished, annihilated!
-Come on Hawk! Psycho slams him again! What a blow!
-Ladies and Gentlemen, this is the way...
...a true champion like Psycho Clown wins!
From the corner, he unleashes all his power over the Black Hawk.
-No!!
-Get up, Hawk! Get up, you sack of shit!
-Ladies and Gentlemen, Psycho is the winner!
-Yeah, Psycho!
-No, no! -Let's go.
-My boy! My boy...
-Look what you've done, you dumb fuck?! Look!!
The fuck are you doing here?! Go on, get the fuck out!!
-There you are! What are you doing here, boy?!
-Mom! I'm sorry, I... Mom...
-My baby! I forgive you!
My baby boy!
But what the hell took you so damn long to come back, huh?!
You had me praying all this time!
Do you want me to get diabetes again?
-No, mom. -Easy now, easy.
Go with the girl and Guadalupe, I'll take care of this.
-Come here, son. -What, Dad?
-Come here, come on.
-Why didn't you tell anyone you were coming, you idiot?!
Look at the beating he took because of you!
I came to set things straight, Alright?
-It's not the best time to fix things with your brother...
...not after tonight!
-Look dad, I know I messed up...
I ruined your lives, OK? I know.
-We have the spare room back home. Why don't you stay with us?
-No, I don't want to impose.
-The hell you mean "no"?! Come on, boy. Come, come, come.
-Dad, wake up. -Guadalupe.
-Are you OK? -Honey. Honey, it's over. Sweetie.
-Dad, the fight's over. -Guadalupe, wake up.
-Come on, dad. Let's go. -What's wrong, my boy?
-Wake up, dad! -Cheer up, baby! Come on!
-Guadalupe, dear?
Some guys downstairs are looking for you. Third time, now.
Son?
Guadalupe...
Oh, dear...
Don't you worry, dear. I'll tell them to come back later...
...you get your rest.
-Look...
...I had these made in case we won. -Put that away! Don't be an ass!
-Hey!
Hey!!
Drop it. That one stays.
I'm taking to you, I said the mannequin stays!
-You broke it's arm off!
-Come on! -He broke it's arm off!
-What's wrong with you?!
-He broke the arm. Look at this.
Go put some pants on, for Christ´s sake!
-I've told you a thousand times! Don´t dry the glasses with that dirty rag!
-Back off. They're for your kids!
-Just get the hell out of my kitchen and go set the table.
-It's my kitchen too. My house. Bitch...
-I heard that! -What?!
-Goddamn egghead, get out of my kitchen before I punch your teeth in!
-Bring it on baby! I'd fight you, but I'm a gentleman.
-Hey there kiddo! -Hi, grandpa.
-Oh, you guys brought your toy! I mean, your Luchador! It's a Luchador!
-I lost my mansion. I lost my fortune...
I had to come back to my parent's house, after 20 years.
-Well dad, cheer up...
...it's temporary.
-What the hell are you doing in my room?
-You mean, our room? We're roommates now.
We're all gonna sleep here because of the Chinese family.
-Right. I forgot to mention the Chinese family...
...My parents lost their life savings in order to get me out...
...of the hole Gabino got me into.
To make some extra cash, they rented out a room to the Wei family.
-While we're on the subject...
...how long are you planning to stay?
-Please, we're all together as a family!
-Yes, yes, I'm just asking how long.
-Joaquin, they'll stay as long as they need to.
-Can you pass the cheese?
-I have a really important business meeting tomorrow...
...if everything works out, I can be out of here real soon.
-"Business"? Is that so?
-And you? What's your plan? How's your carreer doing lately?
-Shut your mouth before you scratch the table.
-Alright, boys. Talk to each other with respect.
-Just so you know, I'm meeting an international agency tomorrow...
...I think they want me for something big.
-Oh wow. An international agency. Good for you!
What kind of agency?
Going on tour with your animal actor friends?
-When are you leaving on tour? -Why don't you shut your trap?!
-Can you pass the cheese? -Alright, enough!
-You're old enough, but I can still kick your ass!
-Yes, for Christ's sake!
-Ok, maybe I made a mistake coming back...
...but I'm here to get your money back.
You too, avocado nose. -We don't want your money.
We've managed without you. We're better off like that.
-Son! Your brother is making an effort to change--
-Too late! He should've thought about that...
...before drinking our family dry.
I'm just now getting out of the shitstorm you left behind.
You got balls, coming back like this...
...where the hell were you?
-I checked into rehab-- -Oh, for fuck's sake, come on!
-I haven't had a sip in three years.
I... I'm just trying--
-Well don't!
You know what a reporter said the other day? -What?
-Hey, Hawk...
...many think your career's suffered since The Rabbit left.
"Suffered"? It went to shit!--
-Stop!!
-Giovanna.
-The cheese.
-I'm going to bed.
-You haven't finished your taco.
-Good night. -Good night, baby.
-Son, you didn't tell me... when you're planning to leave?
Pass the cheese? -No.
-Ni hao. -Ni hao, ni hao.
- I had no choice...
...this meeting was vital so I could keep on wrestling...
...and get as far as possible from Gabino's stupid face.
-Come in.
This way, please...
Sir!
This way, please.
-He's wearing his mask. -Yeah...
...I know.
-Welcome.
Let's talk business.
-Nice to meet you, ma'am. I've heard a lot about you.
-I suppose.
-God dammit.
-Why the hell are you here?! -No, why are YOU here?
-This is my meeting! -It's MY meeting!
-Sit down and shut up!
Let's cut to the chase. I'm in a hurry.
In the National Lucha Libre Federation...
...founded by my father...
...We're looking for new talent.
The two of you, on your own...
...well, you're useless.
But when you work together... that's something else.
What? Don't you wanna relive those moments of glory?
When the crowds went wild for you? Screaming...!
-We don't work together anymore--
-I said "sit down and shut up", wasn't I clear?
Thank you.
-I want us to work together, as a team..
I want you to create what you had five years ago...
...this time with me, of course.
-Can we talk now?
-Sure.
-Look-- -Not a chance!
If I'd known this was gonna happen, I wouldn't waste my time.
With all due respect, ma'am.
-Ten fights.
My offer expires tomorrow. Bye. Thank you.
Paquito... -Yes, ma'am?
-Make sure they don't steal anything, please. Thanks.
-Look what the cat dragged in!
It's beeen a while since I last saw you, Bunny.
-Hey, hey. I told you not to call me that anymore.
-Fine, someone's in a bad mood. I'll get you another, Gabino.
-You have to take the offer.
-Giovanna, I made up my mind I don't wanna argue.
-You can't be mad at your brother forever.
What I'd give to have a brother-- -You don't get these things--
-Yes I do! And better than you!
You're gonna waste this chance out of spite?
Imagine no one gave The Hawk a second chance after that fight...
...and they're giving it to you!
Everyone deserves a second chance.
And YOU taught me that.
So what gives?
Daddy, I love you...
...but you're fucking this up.
-He's not picking up. -So go get him.
-Bunny, you tried talking to him but he didn't listen?
-That's what I'm saying.
What are you doing here?
-I want to talk to you.
-Yolanda, you remember my brother, Guadalupe.
-How can I forget, he hasn't changed a bit.
-It's Raul, from junior high.
-Really?
Raul Marquez?
-Yolanda, give us a minute.
-It's time for my performance, anyway.
-How did you know I was here?
-Everyone knew you hung out here. I hadn't been inside before...
...but it's nice.
-So... what's up? What do you need?
-Look...
...I thought about it...and...
...and I want to find the way to make this work.
-Fellas, what can I get you?
-Another round, please.
-I thought you quit drinking.
-I'm not, Guadalupe.
-That didn't last long-- -You're here to judge?
-You know what? Forget it. I don't know what the hell I was thinking.
How I even considered it for a second--
-Another, dammit!
-Gabino...
...I'm sorry.
I didn't know.
Gabino...
-Asshole.
-Gabino!
Gabino, please just listen.
-What the hell do you want? -I wanna talk about Miranda--
-You know what?
I'm the one who doesn't wanna work with you anymore...
...How 'bout that?
-Gabino!
-Gabino.
Gabino- -Stop!
-I'm sorry, man.
You know I'm not the best talker.
Look, we don't have to like each other...
...think of it as a business decision, that's all!
So I'll see you tomorrow at 9?
-No... Make it 10.
-Gabino, wait up!
-No. -Man, we live together!
-Who's picking us up?
-The Texan.
-Who's The Texan?
-My boyfriend. -Well, I'll be damned.
-You got a problem with that?
-Gabino always thought I didn't approve of his preferences...
...but that's exactly why we started working together...
The first one to find out was my father...
-Son, here's your milk--
-Get out!
Get out!
-My mom kept a blind eye and just refused to accept it.
-I love my son! At that age it's perfectly normal for them...
...to masturbate with papayas, pears or the whole fruit bowl!
-You didn't see what I saw.
-Good riddance! Now let me sleep.
-My dad felt he had to do something. He had to help Gabino.
-Guadalupe!
-What's up, pop?
Just a sec, coach.
-Watch over your brother. At home he just thinks about...
...nonsense.
-Sure, pop. I got it from here.
-Go on, get up. -Fine, get out of here!
-Just take it easy. Be sure of yourself. Besides...
...you've got skill. I liked how you got on the ring...
-As he discovered himself, he picked up on the business side of things.
He became the best.
Not only am I OK with it, it's the best thing that ever happened.
-Uncle Gabino? Why do they call him "The Texan"?
-Because he's American.
What the hell?
-The bus is here! -Come kids.
Good morning!
-He can't open it! - He can't open it!
-I like Psycho Clown! -Drive safe.
Hawk!
By the way, just so you know...
...the Texan is Miranda's right hand man.
-Right. There it is. I knew something was fishy here.
-Look moron, how do you think I got the meeting?
You want the juicy details?
-Fuck off.
-There he is.
-brother!
I've been dying to meet you!
-You're so strong.
-Sorry, my manners. I'm Marco...
...but you can call me Texan. We're close now.
The Match of the Century!
-I win.
-Wasn't he American? -He is, he was born in Dallas.
-That's not how I pictured him.
-How? I never said he was blonde with blue eyes.
That's not my type, I like them dark-skinned.
-No need for specifics, for fuck's sake! -Yeah, yeah, let's go.
-Welcome boys. This is your home.
-Alright, Super Fly! I hear we're gonna work together!
-I don't work with has-beens.
-How rude!
Don't listen to him. That man has no manners.
-Grab a seat. -Good Morning, ma'am.
How's the contract coming along?
-They sent it. I checked it and signed it.
-Wait, they sent it today?
-Guadalupe. Don't worry about it. Gabino takes care of that.
Texan...
...Where's my coffee?
-You didn't ask Paquito?
-"Paquito" my ass! You know damn well that my coffee needs to be ready!
-I love your energy...
...you deserve a coffee.
I'll get it.
-OK, let's cut to the chase. The fight is in 3 days. You're gonna lose in the 2nd round.
-I'm sorry, I lose?
-I thought we were clear.
-Did you know anything about this? -Guadalupe...
...you're gonna lose this fight. -Say something, man!
-Yes, um, Miranda. The Hawk has a long career. And I think...
...it's important to win this first fight, because--
-Who the hell is the Hawk?
There's that other thing... -What other thing?
-We're changing your name.
New image, new everything.
-OK, OK, that's something else.
-Your new character is "Vertebra".
Texan!
Vertebra!
From the depths of the underworld, he rises after 200 years!
He rips his victims' spinal cords out, and collects them...
...as amulets that he wears on his gear.
He's getting revenge from King Skull, who kidnapped his wife.
...and ripped her spinal cord so that he could walk again!
-He's a Villain! On the Villain's Division!
-I knew this bitch was gonna pull some crap!
-Bitch?! Your mother's the bitch! -Miranda, why didn't you tell us?
-You're both under my contract, my rules. It's non-negotiable.
It's my responsibility to grow the legacy of my father...
...my idol...
...my everything!
Besides, it's gonna be a huge hit! -I'm The Hawk!
-You sure about that? I can get you every paper in town...
...so you can see what they really think about you.
You're a joke!
The joke of the entire country. It's non-negotiable, sorry.
-Miranda, the contract states that the character will be respected.
-Yes, and that is Vertebra. The Black Hawk isn't mentioned. Sorry.
-You signed this bullshit?
Look at me, because I'm only gonna say this once...
...I don't mind throwing the fight, but I'm still The Black Hawk.
Fuck you both.
-Hold on, bro.
We have to push our egos aside.
Right now we have to eat.
How many months behind are you with Giovanna's tuition?
Look, man, I'm not buying this Vertebra horse shit either, but...
...it's not about that right now.
We have to keep a cool head.
Don't worry about this. I'll take care of it.
-So when Axe Face lost, they brought him back as an Exotic.
OK, so when he returned as an Exotic...
He became Purple Lightning! And he became super famous.
Hi! -Hey.
-How did it go?
Dad, what's with the face?
-Well, we talked with Miranda, and...
...we have to lose the first fight. There's gonna be changes--
-They want me to...
...to get rid of The Black Hawk.
Now, I'm gonna be...
...I'm Vertebra now.
-What? Vertebra?
A villain?
-Your dad is very mad. -Don't worry. It'll pass.
-So you don't mind us starting from scratch?
-We started from scratch when we decided to work with Miranda.
I really think this could be a good strategy!
-Your dad was worried about what you'd think.
-Uncle Gabino. I thought you knew my dad better than me.
Give it time.
You need to learn more about men...
...especially now that you're dating one.
-Oh boy.
-OK, don't change the subject. Your dad is something else.
-Well, what did you expect? My mom wasn't there.
-Look...
...your dad is flat-out crazy.
Your mom, sweetie... well...
...she doesn't really have much to do with this, right?
-That's another thing I forgot to mention...
You see, back when I was in my prime, I met Monica.
One day after a fight, I took Gabino to see...
...exotic dancers, to put it politely.
At that moment, I thought she was the most beautiful woman ever.
Love at first sight!
We saw each other every day of that week.
I fell hard for her.
But it was too good to be true.
Monica!
Monica?
-Monica left Giovanna, and never came back.
I heard she left. She probably went back to dance in those places...
She left a note. She said the best thing she could do for her...
...was giving her the opportunity to have a better life.
-Look what I've got!
Look, this one's for you!
And this one... he's your daddy.
- ... two, three!
-Giovanna saved me too.
-Hawk!
One, two, three!
-If it wasn't for her, I would've probably ended worse than Gabino.
-Hey, it's the Apache!
-Hey, Hawk, this is your baby? -Yes!
Look who it is!
-One, two, three! -You win!
-Training like champions!
-That moment, I decided to throw the fight.
To stay in the ring, and help my family out.
-Pimpi! Pimpi! Pimpi!
-No!
-No, no, no!
-I have to admit...
...I never thought I'd see money like that again in my life.
-Alright.
-That'll be all, Texan, thanks. Leave us alone.
-I, uh, since he's getting the elevator, I'm gonna leave...
...Have lots to do. Thank you, Miranda. We'll be in touch.
-Oh baby, here's another one.
- ...eighteen, nineteen. -In the name of the Father...
...the Spirit, and the Holy Ghost, may all you make help us stay afloat.
Thanks, son. Here, woman. For gas. -Dad, stop being a cry baby!
-It hurts!
-You're so brave. -Don't touch me.
-Hey, Marco. -What? It's true.
-We started doing well!
I slowly started trusting in Gabino...
...and we became a family again!
-One, two, three!
-Nice! -Looking good, son!
You did lose weight!
-See, dad? I told you to lose a few pounds.
-So handsome, right, Giovanna?
-Ew!
-Hey, I, uh, think we should change the sheets...
...I forgot to this morning. -What? We look great!
-Miranda, we're doing great.
The Vertebra strategy is working.
Super Fly and Monster Clown are ranking up as fast as foam.
-Texan... -Yes?
...why are you sitting down?
-Right.
We're so alike, you and I.
-You hear that, old man? Didn't think I could make it, huh?
Well, I did, and I did it better than you...
And all those things you told me when I was a little girl...
...you can shove them right up your ass...!
...which I'm sure is crawling with worms, you asshole!
Cheers!
-I can't sleep.
-Me either.
What's wrong?
-Dad...
...when are we going to win again?
-It's not up to me, right now. -It's just that...
...I really liked it when...
...you won, and everybody in the crowd...
...well, cheered for you. -I know.
Promise me you'll never grow up and leave me.
-I'm never going to leave you.
-Well, one day you're gonna get married, start your life.
-Ewww!
-Well, I see you and Chan Wei are all lovey dovey--
-Oh, no way!
-Are you going to have little Chinese babies?
-No! -Is he your boyfriend?
-Not true! -I think you like him.
-Stop! -Just a little.
-Not a little or a lot. -I think you do.
-I said stop!
Give up, Vertebra!
One! Two! Three!
-Shh! You're gonna wake them up!
Back to bed. -Okay.
Sleep tight.
-Come on, referee! What is this?
-Dad!
-Vertebra!
-Oh, shit!
-Why?
-Yeah! -Bravo!
-Yeah!
Gabino, you guys just fucked up real bad!
-Vertebra!
-Bravo! -Yeah!
-What did you do?
-It was great, wasn't it?
-I mean, it was, it's just that Miranda...
-Are you happy?! Huh?! Are you happy?! Because I'm not!
I'm not happy. You just cost me a lot of money...
...and on top of that, you made me look like a fucking idiot!
-Miranda, calm down! -You want me to calm down?!!
How am I gonna calm down, you fucking moron?!
What good is a contract for, if you're not gonna honor it?!
-Gabino had nothing to do-- -Shut up...!
...Bird!
-Miranda, he looked great! Many became fans tonight!
-Oh, you don't say, dipshit?
What are you smiling at, asshole?
-No one's smiling! -You're out of a job.
-Wait, Miranda. We have a contract.
-Ha! Right. A contract you didn't follow.
You're suspended. I don't want to see you.
Fucking--! Always behind me!
Texan!
-What now?
-We thought it was all over...
...not a chance!
Over night, Vertebra became a huge hit!
FAN: He can beat Psycho Clown!! PSYCHO CLOWN: Don't make me laugh!
-What do you mean you'll take care of it? Did you see her face?
-How could I not?
-But I'm worried. Don't laugh. -I know, but, dude--
-Dad!
I have an idea! Let's talk to Miranda, and--
-Not right now, sweetie. I'm talking with your uncle.
-What you have to do, is tell me these things.
If you don't, how am I gonna know? I'm not a mind reader.
-OK, but you have to talk to her. -That's fine. Look...
...everything's fine. I just need to know what you're planning.
-It was a surprise...
-We were so fixated on the next fight, I forgot why I was fighting.
-Stop praying. You're making him nervous. And you're making me nervous, too!
-I started losing my way.
-Hawk! Hawk! Hawk!...
-Hawk.
Hawk!
I brought you this.
-Thanks!
-I did it myself.
-Looks great!
You did this on your own?
-Well, I had a little help.
-Pass me the green one!
No, on the other side!
Looking good!
Mask looks great!
-Look, sweetheart...
...the thing with Miranda, it's complicating everything--
-Afternoon! How's everybody?
The whole family's here, how exciting!
Your gear's clean, ironed, and ready to go.
-Look, sweetie, I have to wear that gear. But I'll use yours later, OK?
-Yes, daddy.
-Slowly but surely, I started losing her.
-We're in shock by your daughter's behavior...
...Dog feces in the desks.
Where did she learn such a thing?
-I can't believe you did that. -You did it too!
-And I didn't hear the end of it! What's the matter with you?
-I don't know.
-You know what? You're grounded. -No, Dad.
-Yes you are! -No, Dad! I swear I'll never--
-You're not going to my next fight.
-Giovanna!
-Come in.
-Miranda, before anything, thanks for seeing me.
Guadalupe's behavior won't happen again--
-Shut up! I've had it with Guadalupe!
You and I had a deal!
You're in debt with me, Gabino.
But I can't stand him anymore, so we're sacking him. Okay?
-Hang on...
...OK, look. I know I owe you a ton of money...
...and that it hasn't been exaclty smooth sailing...
...but I'm not gonna work without my brother.
-Oh, you don't say? -Actually...
...I'm here to make you an offer.
My phone is blowing up! People want to see Vertebra!
It worked! It's what you wanted, wasn't it?
-Texan... -Miranda.
-How's Vertebra doing?
-The Epoca Arena won't stop calling, and...
...our sponsors want him to fight Psycho Clown.
-You know I'm the psychopath of the ring!! Ha, ha, ha!!
-So...?
...wanna give it another go?
-God damn Texan.
-Just when things were starting to look up...
...Gabino went back to being Gabino.
-Hi! -Hey!
-Dinner's ready! -Glad you're all here...
...We have a lot to celebrate. -What are we celebrating?
-I'm guessing this?
You kept it nice and quiet, didn't you?
When were you gonna tell me? -Tell you what--?
-You fucking used me!
-I don't know what you mean. -You used me to pay the debt...
...you had with Miranda!
You're a goddamned liar, Gabino. I gave you a second chance...
...because I thought we could make this work again!
Giovanna, go to Chan Wei's room. -But, Dad --
-I'm not saying it again! -Yes, dad.
-This shit's over! -Calm down and let me explain.
-Boys, calm down!
-You think I was happy to work with you again?
-You sold me to Miranda! -Is that true, son?
-Shit.
-Gabino!
-Look...
...maybe at first. But then I realized we could do things together again!
Listen, I know I fucked up, and I fucked up bad, OK.
But I'm here to pay you your money back, bro.
-You think I do this for money?
I want my brother back, asshole!
-What did he say? -Let us listen, let us listen.
-Let me make this perfectly clear...
...I went out of my way for you.
I dedicated my life to Guadalupe and The Black Hawk...
...but you don't remember that, right?
Only the bad stuff, because for you the good stuff never happened!--
-Name one thing, asshole! ONE thing!
-You forgot I was there for Giovanna when you couldn't--
-Shut the fuck up! -Hey, hey, cool it. Cool it, son.
-Get this through your head...
...I did the impossible, so you could adopt Giovanna.
-Keep it down, Gabino!
-Get the hell out of our lives.
I don't want to see you again.
-I got Miranda to lift the suspension...
...you fight tomorrow.
They want you to lose, but you're gonna win.
I know you can.
Good luck.
-Look! Poop! -That's disgusting!
-Get out of there, Max! -Gross!
-Im gonna smear it on you with this stick!
-No! Stop it! -I'm gonna get you!
-Good evening.
She fell asleep?
Hey, baby.
Thank you.
-Hey, the toilet's clogged up.
-Thank you, you too.
-Mom...
...going out for a while. Watch her for me?
-Good.
Yeah, that's it. Rage!
Good, good, good. Doing good.
Feel the rage.
Good! Listen to what I say. Flip!
Great! Find your fall. That's it.
Always watch your guard.
Very good. That's it.
Grab the ropes!
Great. -Looking good up there!
-Hi, Joaquin. -Hey, Apache, how're you doing?
Nice to see you. -Likewise, sir.
-How's our boy doing? -Doing great. Fantastic.
-Yeah? -Yes, yes.
-Listen coach, can I ask you a favor?
Can I have 5 minutes with him?
I'll send him right back so you can kick his ass.
-Go ahead. -Thanks, coach.
-What can I do to keep it cool between you two?
Want me to bring you a bag of shit?
-I've tried to keep the peace.
But that scumbag is a liar.
-I know.
A piece of work, like your mother. But he's your brother.
-Enough, dad. Don't wanna hear it.
He used me.
-Are you willing to lose your brother again...
...after all the sacrifices you've done for each other?
-Hey, I need the favor of a lifetime.
Ladies and Gentlemen! Welcome to everybody's home...
...the spectacular Epoca Arena!
Tonight we're honored with the presence of a woman who's name...
...is worthy of praise!
The daughter of the legend, The Volcano Castillo!
Let's welcome her with a big round of applause...
...Miranda Castillo!
-Now there's a wrestling partner I'd like to have!
-Texan, dry martini.
-Um...
...Guadalupe?
Look, I know you don't want to see me right now, but can we talk?
Listen, bro. I'm sorry, but...
...I just want you to know that, I've always been on your side.
Guadalupe, I have a plan.
I need you to pay attention, and listen carefully--
-Oh, shut up already!
Guadalupe, baby...
We can't find Giovanna! She's gone!
-What do you mean she's gone?! -We can't find her anywhere!
She's not with us. She only left this on her bed. Look!
On her pillow, for you.
-"Don't worry about me. I'm going to look for my mom..."
"...She's my only family."
She heard everything! -Shit, shit, shit...
-Cancel the fight! -You nuts? I can go!
-I know where she is! -Guadalupe you have to get on--
-I'm going for my baby girl!
If I'm not back in time, cancel the whole thing.
-Excuse me...
...do you know Monica Ramos? Does she work here?
-Who's asking?
Giovanna. Her daughter.
-OK... OK, OK...
...wait here. I'll be right back.
-What's the matter?
Never seen a woman who enjoys Lucha Libre, or what?
-What are we gonna do without the girl, Joaquin?
We should leave! -Calm down! You make me nervous!
-We're here, but the girl... we don't know where she is...
...what did you tell her?!
-I didn't say anything! You probably said something!
-Damn egghead, you're always telling her things.
-Where's Guadalupe? The sponsor's son wants a picture with him.
-Oh... he went out to get some air. He'll be right back.
-So he's not here? -No. I mean yes, but outside.
-So you're alone?
-Me? -Yes.
-Yeah.
-Okay.
-You have to take advantage. These opportunities don't come often.
-Um, actually...
...thank you, Miranda, for the opportunity, but...
...all the people, all the press, they're all very excited!
-Of course, dipshit.
It was my idea.
What have you done? -Me?
Nothing. -Nothing...
...exactly.
Go on, grope me.
-Look, Miranda, I... have to tell you something.
-Gabino, how're you holding up?
-You've no idea. I'll tell you later. I need your help.
-Of course. I'm set. Everything's gonna be fine.
-Everything changed. I need you to buy me more time!
-Relax! Take it easy, and tell me what changed, sweetheart?--
-Right.
-You wanna tell me what happened, Gabino?
-Giovanna!
We can talk about whatever you want...
...but you shouldn't be here. -I'm here to meet my mom.
-Forgive me...
...I always wanted what's best for you...
...and keep you away from this world you would've grown up in.
I didn't know how to tell you--
-Excuse me...
Monica is busy.
Wanna leave a message?
-You told her I was her daughter?
Don't worry. No need for a message.
-Giovanna, are you OK?
-Why doesn't anyone love me?
-No, no. Don't ever say that!
You're my daughter. All I have in the world...
...You're the reason I get up every day.
Without you, I can't -- I can't laugh, I can't fight...
...I can't do anything.
You're the best gift life has ever given me.
You're all I have!
My Giovanna! -Daddy!
-Let's go home.
We'll order a pizza, and watch a movie, alright?
-No...
...I wanna see my dad fight.
-Where's Guadalupe? -Listen, Miranda...
...the truth is, he's got the runs. He's getting rid of it all, but...
...Why don't they present Psycho first--?
-Listen, asshole, I don't know what game you're playing...
...but if you don't get me a Vertebra in 10 fucking minutes...
...I'm gonna grab one of those midgets, and shove him...
...straight up your ass, since that's what you're so fucking into!
Texan!
-The Epoca Arena opens its doors so this Lucha Libre icon...
...can share his wisdom, his prowess...
...to face one of his mightiest enemies. And here he is...
...our favorite hooligan...
...Psycho Clown!
-This one's for you, "Psycho-Locos"! -Boo!
-It's a pleasure and an honor for me, my friends...
...to present a young, up-and-coming promise.
A rookie who's been fighting his way to the top, ring to ring...
...and tonight gets the chance to fight a legend.
Here he is tonight... Vertebra!!
-Oh my God, look at him, Chucho...
...he looks deteriorated.
-Is that Gabino?
-Looks like those vitamin supplements didn't work...
...he looks scrawny and sick.
-Bunny? -Vertebra!
-Whoa! A little heads up?
Vertebra!
-Here.
-Don't chicken out, come on!
-Put it back on! Don't embarrass yourself!
-What's happening? He doesn't even know how to enter the ring!
-The hell was that flip? None of the skills he's previously displayed.
He reminds me of Cantinflas in that movie!
-Come on, catch me! I'll kick your ass! Come on!
What's up? Don't wanna fight?
-You're afraid! You wuss! - Don't be a chicken!
-Why are you running?
Stop running!
Let's fight! Come on! -I'm right here!
Here I come!
-Let me tell you one thing, my dear friends...
...everyone will say that this wrestler wrestles like a pansy!
-He's asking for a chair! Here we go. Cheap, but could work...
...No! He misses!
I don't get it! It's his specialty!
-Stop! No more!
-His wits, his magic, it's all failing for Vertebra!
He has him pinned down!
-Foul! -He's gonna kill him!
-Help! Someone!
-Where are you going?
-Stop! Wait! Time out!
-Gabino?
-I need you to go change now!
Let's go! -Go sit with grandma and grandpa!
-Come on!
-Time's up, Vertebra.
-Gabino asked me to give you this...
-Hey! Giovanna!
-My sweet girl! Don't scare us like that! Are you OK?
-It doesn't look like he can handle Psycho Clown!
The crowd wants their money back!
The punishment is unbearable for Vertebra!
-Should I break him?!
"Our time to win, bro. - The Rabbit"
-You wanted the chair, right?
-He tastes the pain he's about to inflict.
-I'll show you how to use it!
-You son of a bitch!
Why don't you mess with someone your own size?!
-Vertebra is suffering several contusions...
...hematomas, he's bruised and battered even in his soul!
What a beat down!
-I'm the psychopath of the ring! Psycho Clown!
-Your breath stinks man!
-You're killing him, man! Enough!
-Goddamn, mother... dammit!
-Hell yeah!
-Now what?!
-Motherfucker...
...It's the goddamned turkey!
-What's with the music?
-Look who's here! Incredible!
-It's the Black Hawk!
-Hawk!
-Hawk! Hawk! Hawk!
-Gabino! -No! Please, no more!
OK, first...
...what took you so long?
And second...
...go on already, and kick his ass!
-We'll do it, the both of us!
Let's go!
-Get in here!
-The Black Hawk gets in the ring! Unbelievable! I told you, Chucho!
-Now this is the Black Hawk!
-Ladies and gentlement, this was completely unexpected!
The lights went off, and there he was...!
...A man we thought was retired!
This is unprecedented in the history of Lucha Libre!
-We can't believe someone who was a legend, who ended up...
...broken, humiliated by Psycho Clown, has returned...
...like a Phoenix, from the ashes he rose again!
-What's going to happen?
Don't miss these moments that will mark us forever!
-Look at him! The Hawk is back!
-The icon of the "Portales" neighborhood! What a display!
Psycho Clown is overwhelmed by the non-stop attacks...
...from everyone's hero!
-Hawk!
-One!
Two!
Three!
Four!
Five!
-Psycho gets him! Psycho has him! Psycho is dominating!
-Psycho Clown! -The darkness returns...
...filling every corner of the Epoca Arena!
And now, to make it official, he rolls him back in...
-One! -He's got him locked! Two...
-Are you willing to lose your brother again...
...after all the sacrifices you've done for each other?
Life's about sacrifices.
Sacrifices for the ones we love.
Take me...
...I've put up with your pain-in-the-ass mother...
...for a shit ton of years...
...because we're a team!
When your buck-tooth brother and you played with shit...
...we did everything we could for you two...
...because you're a team!
You're the best team!
Your brother got you a second chance...
...give him a second chance...
...and win tomorrow's fight! Both of you!
-One!
-Two!
-Three!
-Yeah! -We won!
-The Black Hawk just beat Psycho! The Arena's going wild!
They're all devoted to him! Unbelievable! What a fight!
-We're moved to tears!
The Black Hawk is back, ladies and gentlement...
...the Black Hawk is... -Yeah!
-...the Champion! -Hawk!
-Hawk! Bunny!
-Sons of bitches!
-Rabbit, Hawk. Congratulations!
You guys have a minute?
-Yeah. Yes.
-Come here.
That's for being a traitor.
That's for being a fag!
-Look, Miranda, we don't owe you anything anymore, OK? We're even.
-I have a new offer, alright?
What do you think? I have a contract we could sign today.
-That's cute.
Why don't you shove it up your ass?
We just signed with the AAA. How do you like that?
-What do you mean "the AAA?" I'm not following.
Listen up, you fucking fruitcake, you don't wanna mess with me.
Don't forget that I own you. We clear?
-You own Vertebra.
The Hawk signed with the AAA.
Here. This is yours.
-No, no, no...
-Let's go.
-The stunt we pulled was a huge success...
...we were all over the press.
-First batch's ready! -Where do I put the cake?
-So much so, that the AAA gave us the biggest...
...most lucrative contract in their history!
-Your mom's starving. -Take this to her or she'll flip.
...And for the love of God, put some pants on, Marco!
-It's really hot out here!
-The Texan was alright. I mean, as long as he makes my brother happy.
-My parents still fight every day.
But I thank the Lord they're here.
-Why did you stop there?
-Are you trying to push my buttons?
-I would never, mother!
-That one was mine! -I don't think so, it's mine!
-Stop fighting. Here's more. -Giovanna!
Gabino!
-Miranda is still Miranda. She made a lot of money from those fights...
...but for her, it's never enough.
-What took you so long? -So?
-The best part is, we're a family again...
...and The Hawk, The Rabbit, and Giovanna, are a team now!
...stronger than ever!
-But I thought-- -Only because it's your birthday!
-Best birthday ever!
-Bring it here. -I'm gonna throw it!
-I'll do it. -Hey...
...now it's my turn!
-OK, but throw it hard!