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I don't know, I kind of liked the idea on paper, but...
I don't know.
What do you think?
Well, maybe after a second edit--
Sorry, but the video is outdated.
I don't think a second edit can fix it, do you?
Look, Aries is the first album I produce.
The video for the first single must be at the same level.
-Of course, obviously. -We've worked with this director--
How many times, Hugo? Three?
Four. He's never let us down.
Indeed. But take a look at what's new on MTV.
On Telehit.
Videos are no longer about telling stories.
They're about conveying the album's essence.
What would that be?
Your essence, Micky.
I absolutely agree.
If we want Aries to stick,
I say we have to shoot another video.
You know how I feel.
Yes, but Kiko has the album ready, there's no time.
In addition to all we've spent.
Not to mention it's the most expensive album we've ever produced.
-And the one that'll sell the most. -Very well.
I'd rather release it right away, even with this video,
and forget about the competition.
Luismi has no competition.
-Well, in this, I agree. -Hugo.
What's more...
Give me a couple of days
and I'll produce the new version for the video.
-Are you serious? -Of course.
Sorry, Patricio, but you have no experience producing videos.
What matters is I know what Micky wants.
I say we should do it.
Hey, come on.
-Two weeks. -And five cents.
Don't start.
-Let's do it. -Let's do it, gentlemen.
MEXICO CITY, 1993
I don't know how anyone would compare a Burgundy Pinot Noir
with one from California.
Well, I like Sonoma wine.
Two or three would meet the standard, tops.
This is something else.
Miguel.
Stop frowning.
You know I've wanted to buy a vineyard for ages.
It's not an easy undertaking.
I know.
But it's something I like.
And that's what matters.
All right, fine.
But first, we have to check your finances,
then your company's finances
so you don't go through something like that Robles shit again.
Look, just tell me how,
and we'll do it.
Don't worry.
I'll get you someone I trust.
I can't, Ale. I've got no one to look after her.
Your mom.
I called her already. She has shows, so does grandma.
What shows?
That They're Driving Me Crazy play.
Speaking of crazy,
I found out Micky broke up with Paola Montero.
You could leave her with him.
What? He's her dad, isn't he?
No fucking way.
After the birthday fiasco, he keeps asking to see her.
What cheek! If Luis Miguel wants you to forgive him,
come to the damn party and let him take care of her. Come on!
Besides, girl, the party will be a blast.
You'll love it.
Doc.
Is Sergiño ready?
Yes, he had breakfast, took a shower. He's packing now.
Seems like he's in a hurry to leave.
Hello?
Hurry up, Sergiño, you don't want to miss your flight!
-Give me a minute, I'm almost done. -Okay.
Micky.
Sophie.
Hi, Sophie, is everything okay?
Yes, I-- We're fine. I'm here, sending Sergiño off to camp.
What's wrong?
Yes, yeah.
Okay, does this afternoon work for you?
At your place?
Okay. Yes, see you there, perfect.
Kisses, bye.
Listen.
Doc will be in Madrid in case you need him.
Okay?
Don't be a goody two-shoes. Get the prettiest girl.
A kiss?
-Okay now. -Bye.
Hey.
-Watch out for Tito and Matilde. -Yes, don't worry, Micky.
-I'll miss you, Sergiño. -And I'll miss you.
And amidst the fog,
we see a white horse
that represents Luismi's personality.
So?
-Awesome, isn't it? -Amazing.
Look.
So much of it sounds good.
I like it.
But I'm worried about the budget.
It's a short budget for a video this size.
But, let's say, a horse--
Why a horse?
It's what Gustavo is suggesting.
-Which Gustavo? Garzón? -Yes.
He's a film director, Patricio.
He won't shoot a video with Micky for two pesos.
That's what I like, I don't want a music video director.
Exactly.
We're not telling a story, we're making a statement.
Okay, let's do it your way, Micky.
But don't exceed the budget.
The director is well aware of how much we can spend.
What do you say, Hugo?
If you like it, let's do it.
Though I warn you, Gus is shooting his film next week.
We'd have to shoot this weekend or in a couple of months.
No, this weekend, I can't wait two months.
-This weekend. -Perfect.
I don't get it. She says she wants to stay in Mexico.
I offer her a house, and she gets mad at me.
It's about time someone said no to you, champ.
-Micky, maybe she doesn't want a house. -Then what does she want?
-Do you remember my father? -Yes, of course.
When I turned 18, he gave me a really cool sports car.
When I turned 20, he bought me a flat in Gran Vía.
And do you know what I most remember about him?
When he took me to soccer practice.
Didn't you suck at it?
Yes, man. I never scored a goal.
But I really enjoyed him taking me.
Because, though he knew his son would never be Butragueño,
he never missed a practice.
You don't need to give Michelle anything.
All you have to do is be there.
Michelle, where are your goggles?
I don't know, Mom.
This weekend?
I thought twice before I asked you to do this, believe me.
Hey, I understand. I'm her father.
No. Let me be clear, you were my last resort.
Okay, thanks.
You'll be mad about me missing her party until we're 80?
She was so sad that day. She asked about you 30 times.
-I swear I won't ever let her down again. -No.
If you do, you'll never see her again.
I don't care, Micky. I swear.
-Michelle, your taxi is here. -I know, Ice.
-Hurry up, girl! -Where's my iPod?
-How should I know? -Found it.
-You're late. -Here it is.
My purse.
Oh, fuck.
Thanks.
Go on now, you'll miss the flight.
-Hurry. Take care. -Yes, okay.
-I'll be back. Take care of-- -Yes, hurry, I'll handle it.
-Especially the jasmine, please. -Yes, sweetie, take care.
Okay.
I love you too.
Ice, my cab!
-It was right there. -Where?
Fuck!
Your cab just drove off.
You'll miss your flight.
Well,
what song do you want?
We don't have Britney Spears, but--
-Al Jarreau, some R&B-- -You didn't have to pick me up.
You wouldn't pick up the phone, I had no choice.
Maybe I don't want to talk to you.
Well, we have an hour to talk, if you're up to it.
I know, man. It pisses me off too, believe me.
But we have to move the date.
No, Micky is perfectly fine.
We've had a problem with the dates and he's a bit tired.
I swear he'll be at your venue next year, I mean it.
No, it's okay.
Don't worry.
I'll pay the cancellation fee next week.
Okay, then.
I'll call you. Say hi to your family.
Bye, thanks.
And this is the tour's last stop, the CEO's office.
-Hi, Miguel. I wasn't expecting you. -I'd like to introduce you to Azucena.
-Good evening. -Mauricio, what's up?
-José Pérez, tour manager, a pleasure. -Nice to meet you.
I'm here to take care of the purchase.
What purchase?
The vineyard.
I thought the vineyard acquisition was a long-term plan.
Talk to Micky.
Help Azucena with anything she needs. I have a dinner date. Excuse me.
-Good night. -We'll talk, Miguel.
At your service.
Do you want us to show you the conference room?
Start settling in so you can begin tomorrow.
-Perfect. -Okay, come with me, please.
-Downstairs to the right. -Excuse me.
They just brought us a mole, man.
This way, please.
And this is my brother Alejandro's room.
He's not home, you can stay here.
-You can watch TV-- -Is she your girlfriend?
No, she's a model.
-And here's-- -Do you live alone?
No, put that down.
No, I live here with my brother Sergio.
So, where is he?
At a camp in Spain.
Is this where you record your songs?
No, no--
Don't touch that, Michelle, you'll get burned.
No, I record them at a recording studio.
Auntie Alejandra says all your songs sound the same.
Really?
Well, tell your auntie the other night she--
What?
What should I tell her?
Nothing.
-Whose is this room? -Where are you going? Michelle--
It's Sergio's room.
I want to sleep here.
You said he's at camp, didn't you?
As you wish, okay? I've got to go to work.
-See you later. -To the studio?
No, I'm shooting a video.
Let's go.
No, it's really boring.
Super boring. It's better if you stay with Magda.
You can watch all the TV you want.
But my mom always takes me to work.
Do you promise you'll be good?
And do you promise you'll buy me ice cream?
Is there any for the bags under my eyes?
Hugo.
-Hugo. -What?
Where does the mirror go?
The entire time in front of Micky, he likes watching himself while he shoots.
The entire shoot?
Yes, the entire shoot, José. Be there to move it, please.
Don't you have a lighter one?
Micky.
What a beautiful girl!
Look, this is Hugo.
-What do you do? -I work for your dad.
Didn't he tell you about me? Isn't he ungrateful?
Here, see that guy with the juice cups?
Ask if he has a donut or something.
That guy, yeah.
-Hey, see if you have sweets or something. -Yes, sir.
Michelle.
Don't disappear.
Stay there.
Divine.
Did you find anyone to keep an eye on her?
Yes, a girl from the crew, she's somewhere around here.
She'll be with her all the time. Don't worry.
-Incredible, thanks. -It's okay.
Hey, you're welcome. Listen, anyway--
I'm sorry, but I mean,
do you think this is a good idea? We'll be shooting two days.
Bringing the girl, I don't know.
If she gets bored, do you know what a bored kid can do in a set?
Hugo, at her age, I was at sets, cabarets, I had a blast.
It'll be just fine.
With Luis, a blast?
Well, not a blast,
but she'll be fine, it's one day at the set, she'll stay home tomorrow.
-Okay. -Hey, by the way,
the press doesn't know we're here, do they?
The last thing I want is this leaking out.
No, no one knows we're shooting.
Relax.
-Hey, are you okay? -Yes.
Are you sure?
Yes, I think I'm coming down with the flu or something.
But it's okay, I feel fine.
Go home, get some rest.
No, there's still so much to do here. I'm fine.
-Thanks. -Don't worry, it'll all turn out okay.
What is this shit?
Is this the latest model?
-What is this, cocoa? -Don't touch that.
What is this for?
You put that on your eyelashes and it curls them up real nice.
-Hi, I'm Gaby, I'm here for Michelle. -Ready.
She's here.
-Hi, Michelle. -Hi.
Be good. Take good care of her.
-Yes, don't worry. -Can I put makeup on?
Yes, do you want glitter?
-Yes. -Little lady, what will it be today?
-Let's see. -You'll look divine!
-Divine. -Do you like having your eyelashes curled?
Your eyes will look like princess eyes.
Damn!
What?
-Nothing, I guess we won't make it. -Are you serious?
Relax.
If you miss your flight, you can take my plane.
Thanks, but no.
Hey, did I tell you I'm buying a vineyard?
You know what? I still haven't named it, the wine.
It's in Chile. Have you been to Chile? The place is amazing!
Well, at least help me with the name.
Come on, help me.
Really? Is this what you want to talk about?
About your vineyard?
I bought the vineyard because I can't sing.
Remember I told you about the accident?
I didn't tell you,
but the doctors say I won't--
I may never sing as I did before.
Are you serious?
I asked if--
Yes.
It's true.
What are you going to do?
Guys, ready for next position, everyone!
Get the horse back there.
We're doing the take.
-Ready for the take. -Patricio!
Patricio! Where the hell is Micky?
I've been told he's here, relax.
-Are you kidding? He's two hours late. -I know.
-The assistant is here. -What assistant?
The girl's babysitter.
Who's going to pay her?
-What girl? -I'll take care of it.
-Luis Miguel's daughter. -Daughter?
You didn't get the trailer Micky wants, I told you a thousand times!
Well, what can I say? You're the one who--
Micky.
-Welcome. -Everything okay?
-Everything's perfect. This is Garzón-- -Okay, everyone in place!
-We're all here, let's do it! -Ready?
-Start rolling. -How are you, honey?
-Okay, guys-- -How are you doing?
We all told Bosco not to climb, Doc.
MADRID, SPAIN 1993
But what did he do? Took his shoes off and started climbing.
All the way up and...
I swear, it was around 100 feet.
A hundred feet? Did he get hurt?
He says he broke his arm, but he seems perfect to me.
Are you having fun?
-Lots of fun. -Lots of fun?
I swear, Doc.
You don't have to come visit me every other day.
I'm okay.
Okay, fine.
Sergio, let's play!
See you, Doc.
Micky, hold her in your arms.
Corina, feel the scent.
Smell his hair.
Yes, that's right. It's a melody.
Be tender.
As if you were playing the piano.
Micky, you're writing the best melody.
Slide your fingers down her arms.
Explore her inch by inch.
Corina.
Touch him, caress him.
His body.
-Kiss him. -Give me a sec.
-Keep rolling. -Keep it up, guys.
-Sorry to interrupt. -What's up?
-Michelle wants ice cream. -Take her.
She's a bit bored. I think I should take her home.
-Ask my driver to take you. -Should I ask him, or you will?
-Tell her I'll be home in two hours. -Okay.
Okay, first one, please.
-It's dirty. -Let's do the take.
Sorry, they're new at this.
Action!
You're it!
You run too fast. I'll get you!
Now you're it. Are you okay?
Hey, you look good.
Hi, Daddy.
Okay now.
She insisted.
Good night, Gaby, have some rest.
-Bye. -Bye. What about my ice cream?
Tomorrow, it's late now.
Will you read me a story?
You're six and they still read you stories?
Mom always reads me a bedtime story.
Okay, let's go.
Yes, I'll brush my teeth and put my pajamas on right away!
Super!
Okay, McCluskey, I get that, what I'm saying is--
No, but listen to me.
What does Garzón want now, rain?
Inside the studio?
All right.
Okay, we've no choice, we'll have to work it out.
Listen,
I'll try to drop by tomorrow.
All right, I promise.
I'll be there tomorrow.
Okay, bye now.
You said you're not feeling well. Did you say you'll be there tomorrow?
Yes, I'm sorry, dear. I have to be there.
I hope Micky values what you do for him.
Well--
What story do you want?
-Bedtime Stories? The Great Polar Bear? -This one.
What is that?
I found it here.
Here?
Yes, under the bed, in a box.
Is it yours?
Yes.
My mom read it to me when I was little.
Your mom?
Is she my grandma?
Yes.
She's your grandma.
It's in Italian, do you mind?
THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO FOR YOU, MY SUN, MARCELA
"And so it happened that Maestro Ciliegia,
a carpenter, found a piece of wood
that was crying and laughing
like a child."
"Once upon a time...
'There was a king!'
...my little readers will immediately say."
Okay now.
I'm off to work.
-See you in a while. -Let's go.
No, Michelle.
I told you.
But I went yesterday.
You went yesterday, but not today.
I'm going today too.
It's Sunday, wouldn't you rather stay?
No. Besides, you owe me an ice cream.
Excuse me.
Come on, we'll be late.
Come in!
Sorry.
She's in the makeup trailer, I left her there.
-Thanks. -Hey.
Gustavo is crazy, Patricio, we can't hire any more models.
The director asked for them.
Your job is to say no.
We haven't shot half the video and you've spent all the budget.
Tell René, I don't know what to say.
-Say you won't spend a cent more! -I can't guarantee it with a horse here.
You're the producer. You're pushing my limits.
-And there's still the rain to consider. -Fucking shit!
-What's wrong? -We have a problem.
What?
-Speak up! -Speak!
Who is it?
We have a problem, Micky.
I'll be right there.
It's Michelle, we can't find her.
I'll be right there.
Michelle!
-Micky. -What?
The security guards didn't see her go out. She's in the studio.
-She isn't in the restrooms. -Fuck.
-Michelle. -Thanks, Hugo. Thank you.
Thanks.
Where were you? I told you to stay with the makeup artist.
-Yes. -Didn't I?
Now you'll stay here until I'm finished.
Do you hear me? Here, don't move, okay?
I looked for you at your trailer and couldn't find you.
-Stay here. -How much longer?
I don't know, a while. Tell me you understand.
I understand.
-Tell me you understand. -I understand.
Listen, wait.
I found her in the street.
Is this really your first weekend with her?
You want her to remember it like this?
Hugo, I love you, but don't tell me how to treat my daughter.
Let's do it!
Okay, Micky. Let's start from, "Today I realize that I loved you." Go.
Your dad was worried, huh?
But he loves you.
Now, let's watch, okay?
Okay.
Can I have one?
-Yes. -Are they good?
You were a handful.
You have to remember.
-Come on, you must remember. -I swear I don't remember.
You went missing, the crew was scared to death.
-It was our first weekend together. -Okay, where were you?
Sly, how much longer?
About ten minutes, boss.
See? You get all hysterical and crazy.
Hysterical? I'll die if I miss my flight.
I mean, you don't have to go.
You can stay.
Right.
So you can buy me a house.
No.
You could come live with me.
Which terminal is it?
I want to do things right.
Let's talk to your mom.
But please, stay.
Why 11 years?
What do you mean?
Why didn't you see me for 11 years?
Do you know how much time I spent thinking it was my fault?
That I did something wrong.
Or that I said something wrong.
If someone abandons you, it's for a reason.
No.
They were difficult years, complicated years.
But there must be a reason.
I need a reason.
I don't know.
I wanted to take care of you.
I wanted to protect you.
From me.
I swear, I wish I knew why
I hurt the people I love so much.
It's the International Terminal.
-Cut. Perfect, Micky. One more? -No.
-Why not? -Should we go?
You can't? Why can't you, Micky?
Is everything okay? We can change it if you want.
-Make something with what you have. -We can't.
I'm sorry, we still have another full day of shooting.
Michelle and I
are going for ice cream.
-Yes! -What's your favorite flavor?
Grape.
Cheer up, Patricio.
What now?
Nothing.
Gustavo is flying to Miami.
All we can do is move the album release.
We'll assemble a new version with the footage we have
and the old version's footage.
Next time, let the producers produce.
I'm sick of these Argentines.
Here,
have a smoke.
Here.
Who are you?
Who am I?
Hugo's driver, you saw me a thousand times here.
I thought you were Argentine too.
No way.
I'm Uruguayan.
McCluskey must be happy.
Why?
He never wanted to do your video.
Mirror coming through.
-You want cheese? -No. Sorry, darling, I'm not--
I'm not hungry.
Honey, I bet you didn't eat anything all day.
I didn't, but I'm just not hungry.
How about this?
Go take a shower.
I'll keep it warm in the oven, we'll have dinner later.
Hugo?
Hugo, darling.
Darling?
Hugo.
Dad, you messed up.
And you're eating ice cream from a cup.
-Well, yes, but it tastes good. -No.
Ice cream should be eaten in a cone, on a cookie or a brownie.
Not from a cup.
Want some?
-What flavor is it? -Chewing gum.
-Delicious! -Mommy!
Sweetie!
-Go get your backpack, it's late. -Yes.
Amazing.
When were you going to tell me you left her here alone?
They didn't even tell you I called?
Great!
It was only a couple hours. Then I took her to the shoot.
To the shoot?
She said you take her to work all the time.
Why didn't you tell me you had to work?
Because
I thought it would be easier.
Nothing's easy when it comes to kids.
I stopped the shoot, we got here a couple of hours ago. Everything's good.
I asked you to take care of her.
Hey! I'll get you, Michelle. You'll see.
-Hey. -What?
-I have a present for you. -What is it?
-"Once upon a time..." -"'There was a king,'
my little readers will immediately say."
"But no, you are mistaken."
"Mistaken."
Well done.
Hey.
Take care of it for me.
Yes.
So, can I see her next week?
Wednesday.
Yes!
-Three o'clock sharp. -Yes.
It was so cool, Mommy, I had such a good time.
I learned Italian with this story.
"Once upon a time..."
"'There was a king.'"
"...my little readers will immediately say."
"But no, child."
"You are mistaken."
Where should I put my stuff?
Mr. Gallego approves all expenses?
Miss, nothing here is done without Luis Miguel's authorization.
A couple things don't add up.
Tell me, which ones?
Last year, I guess because of the accident,
you held fewer concerts than since Patricio Robles was in charge.
But the amount you and José got was higher than the previous year.
The year before, we were only paid half the México en la Piel tour dates.
Perfect. Where can I check that? With you or José?
Are you auditing us?
I need to understand how the company works.
I see.
To buy a vineyard?
Mauricio.
Give me the tour information.
Of course.
-I'll get right on it. -Thanks.
Not bad, huh? It's coming along.
Coming along, yeah. Amazing, man. I have goosebumps.
-Micky, listen. Can we please talk? -Excuse me.
We brought Michelle's things, boss.
Great. Bring them up, please.
Okay. What were you saying?
I was saying I don't understand why I have to learn from Azucena
that you want to produce this wine.
Why didn't you tell me?
We can't sit idle waiting for me to be able to sing.
We have to cut costs and review the finances.
Exactly, so ask me, I'm here to help you.
Or is this a trust issue?
You sure do love drama.
You should've been an actress.
It's no drama. If you don't trust me, I'll pack up my things and go.
Could you please?
Yeah? You think someone else will put up with you?
Okay, fine. You made your point.
Anything else?
-I have to keep vocalizing. -What?
You won't let me stay and watch this spectacle of nature?
Maybe not.
You're fired!
Yes.
Fucking perfect.
You have no idea how much I wanted to hear that.
Bye.
It's obvious you're back.
He's happy.
Someone told me to give my dad a second chance.
Must've been a real fool.
-Did you have a fight? -No.
Everything's fine.
I'm happy for you--
For both of you.
Love this album.
I know, right?
Well, the girl has good taste.
What do you think?
It's great.
Kiko came this morning and we listened to it. It's amazing, Hugo.
Yes, I'm really glad.
What did they tell you?
I got the test results yesterday.
The cancer is back.
But...
you can have another surgery.
It metastasized.
I'm telling Micky.
You'll break his heart.
It's been so long since I've had one of these.
I was sick of pizza and tacos.
I'll bring you more tomorrow.
Hey, how's Alex?
He had a fight with Micky and left.
Really?
So, it's only the two of you?
Well, I almost never see Micky because of the album.
And Mom hasn't written to me in ages.
I'm sure she'll write.
What I don't like is you being alone so much.
Yeah, I'd rather Micky didn't work so much, honestly.
Don't worry.
I'll be closer,
much closer.
I promise.
What do you think?
Sensational.
I love it.
Well, now I hope the video turns out right.
It'll be fine, the video will turn out fine.
It was quite the ordeal, but it'll be fine.
Seeing you with Michelle was priceless.
Well, it came with a price, we'd have to ask René.
-The budget was five cents. -Five cents.
No, it's amazing.
But, you know? I swear I hadn't planned to spend all weekend with her.
I'm even thinking of taking her on a trip to New York, to see Érika.
Imagine what Érika will think seeing us together.
She'll drop dead.
Never in my life have I seen you like this.
What about you?
What about me?
What do you mean?
I don't know, you look
pale,
skinny.
You wanted to talk about something.
Is everything okay?
Subtitle translation by Harry Darkins