Riki Riki (2005) - full transcript
Norma Productions presents:
A film by
Eitan Anner and Dalit Kahan
Dalit Kahan & Tal Friedman
It's lovely...
but I had in mind
something more...
Nir Levy & Michal Kahan
Special Guest Appearance by:
Gila Almagor
It's a cute dress...
Very cute.
But don't you have
something less...
More...
- Riki Riki -
Original Music:
Alon Oleartchik
Production Designer:
Avi Fahima
Director of Photography:
Itzik Portal
Editor:
Gido Mar Chaim
Written by: Dalit Kahan
Producer: Assaf Amir
Directed by: Eitan Anner
Riki.
Riki.
What?
Never mind.
What?
I said, never mind.
Are you cheating on me?
What?
Who are you having
an affair with?
You're not serious.
Who is it? The baboon?
Who?
The baboon with the Boxer,
from downstairs.
I thought you were serious.
Now, baby,
I have to get back to work.
Wait a minute...
I'm totally serious.
What about that nerdy lecturer
of yours, what's-his-name...
Max! Yeah, Max!
Yeah, Max. Today, of all days,
you're trying to drive me crazy?
You are so obvious.
I don't believe it,
you actually think...
Thanks a lot. I bust my ass,
run from one audition to another,
degrade myself on
that pathetic show,
and you're having a thing
with your lecturer!
What thing?
You're always saying that
he gets all giddy around you.
You're the one who's always
saying... - You're in love with him.
In love with him? I...
It's ridiculous that
you're crying. It's almost funny.
How can you be jealous of him?
How could you even think that... How?
Hey, handsome, we're
getting married in a month.
I had a thing too.
What do you mean,
you had a thing?
What did you say?
I had a thing.
With who?
Naomi.
Who's Naomi?
From the show.
The girl who plays the bee.
But you told me
she's an insane bimbo.
She is an insane bimbo.
It only happened once.
I'm sorry, it just happened.
When?
Last week.
Here at home?
No, I'd never do that to you.
Are you in love with her?
No, I told you, it only
happened once and that's it.
I'm really sorry.
I didn't even enjoy it.
She was just a lay, and a lousy one
if it makes you feel any better.
I'm glad you're being
so mature about it.
Yeah.
It's kind of selfish of you
to tell me today, of all days...
Sorry I threw that on you
the day before your final project.
I just felt shitty about it and
couldn't hold it in any longer.
Do you want me to go?
I'll go and let you
finish your project.
That's all that matters.
My brother is away,
I'll be at his place.
We'll talk later.
Are you okay?
I'm fine.
"You can buy this toaster-oven only
here on the community channel for...
"Only 40 shekels.
"So don't just sit there
and regret it later.
"Pick up the phone and
place your order now.
"Ladies and gentlemen,
The Bee is informing us
"that you will be receiving
a bonus too!
"A fashionable bath rug
worth 70 shekels!"
Hello?
Kiki, I am so depressed.
The neighbors complained
and got us kicked out
of our apartment.
Definitely worth
a wrist slash, no?
Yeah.
Are you coming with me to Jerusalem
tomorrow to model my project?
I'll probably be looking
for an apartment tomorrow.
Did I bum you out?
No, you didn't bum me out.
I won't submit it tomorrow,
I'd fail anyway.
You drama queen, as if you're
the only one with problems.
Since Mom and Dad croaked,
you've become so over-sensitive.
Why do you bring that up?
What are you trying to do?
Bum me out completely?
You know what, Kiki?
If I come with you tomorrow...
Yeah?
Will you let me crash at your
place for a few days? Please?
Okay. Good night, Sharon.
Be here tomorrow at 7:30, sharp.
Hey, guys.
There is a God.
Good afternoon.
While designing this project,
I decided to focus...
on the wedding of...
While designing this project,
I decided to fall apart...
I decided to focus on
the exposure of ugliness
opposite the power of
the illusion of beauty.
I asked myself: What is the ugliest,
most repulsive thing about our body
and reached the conclusion
that it is human refuse.
Why do we relate to it as ugly?
What can I do, as a designer,
to make this daily parting easier?
And now, the demonstration.
Riki?
May I?
Yes, of course.
Let's assume that a Martian
happens to land here
and we ask him to guess what the
function of a standard toilet is.
I don't think he'll be able
to tackle this task,
because its morphological correlation
with the human body looks incidental.
The whole world has
become user-friendly,
yet the toilet is still
stuck in the 18th century,
trapped in its own contour.
I think that Riki was very brave,
very imaginative, in a realm
that very few designers
dare to contend with.
And as for her technical abilities,
there's no need to elaborate.
Riki, do you have a minute?
Of course.
I wanted to thank you.
You really saved my life.
I didn't have enough time
to prepare my lecture and you...
It's part of my job.
- Anyway, thank you so much.
I knew you'd do something unique.
I even thought
about you last night.
I mean, concerning the project.
Not personally.
I mean, personally,
but personally-professionally.
Of course.
You're lovely.
I mean, your project is lovely.
Well...
It was a pleasure
being your lecturer...
It was a pleasure being
your student, it was very...
very educational.
So I guess it's goodbye?
I guess.
Bye, and once again,
thank you so much.
Riki...
How are you getting back
to Tel Aviv?
Taxi. Why, want to share one?
No...
I have a car, I thought
you might want a ride.
It might be inappropriate,
I understand if you don't want to.
I don't think it'll work out,
it's going to take me a while
to get my stuff together.
Excuse me.
Hello?
Riki?
What?
How did it go?
Fine. I passed. Anything else?
- Are you okay?
I'm fine.
When will you get home?
- In a couple hours. Why?
I want to come over
to get some clothes.
Why? How long are you
planning to stay there?
Fine, no problem. Bye.
About the ride,
that would be great.
Riki, there's a problem.
I only have room
for one more person.
The back seat
is full of boxes.
No problem.
My sister wanted to stay in Jerusalem
and visit the Wailing Wall anyways.
Then I'll see you in a bit.
Riki, I applied for a grant for you
to go to a seminar in Domus Academy.
No way! That's the best school
in the world, why me?
Because you have the most talent.
I don't believe it!
You're so sweet! Thank you!
You're so sweet!
Are you okay?
Some things shouldn't happen
between students and lecturers.
Oh, no, it was just a harmless kiss,
I never meant to...
No, of course not.
I know you're the genre of girls
who'd never go out
with someone like me.
Why not? That's got nothing to do
with it, you're a very nice person
and...
Yes?
And you have a very intense look.
But I'm not emotionally
available at the moment.
Do you have a... I mean...
Do you have a boyfriend?
Yes.
Great.
Is it serious? I mean,
are you planning to get married?
I'm not too crazy about
ceremonies in general,
but Asher is...
Asher is...
Pressuring you.
A little. Yes.
What about you? Are you married?
Unfortunately,
it's kind of complicated.
At least you get some action.
Not really, it's complex,
but I can't talk about it.
That's all right,
it's none of my business.
She was the love of my life.
We had some sort of a pact and...
She died?
She...
kind of left me.
It's hard when it's
still so fresh.
It happened 3... 4 years ago.
But it's only a matter of time.
Time is the best healer.
Thanks.
Riki, excuse me
I'm really tired from the drive,
I need some caffeine, badly.
Are there any cafes around here?
Somewhere quiet, intimate, cozy.
Come inside, I'll make you some.
- The thing is...
I don't know.
You see, there are rules
that I don't... - Max.
It's just coffee.
I hope you're not offended.
It's nothing personal.
I'm not. Everything's fine.
See you, little darling,
thanks for understanding.
Shimshon! Come here!
What's with you? That's Sharon's
sister, this is her place.
So you're the band?
What are you doing here?
It's party-time.
Say what?
Sharon cut us a key,
just in case we...
She asked us to wait for her here
till she gets back.
What's your name?
Shimshon.
And this big guy here is Sinai.
That's Gomez the parasite.
Hey, Sharon's sister,
wanna have a smoke?
No, thanks.
And my name is Riki.
Riki!
Was Asher here?
Did some guy come here
to get some clothes?
I don't think so,
I'd remember that.
C'mon, guys, it seems that
Sharon's sister wants some privacy...
Yeah, it's been a hard day.
What, Asher?
Hello, Riki, it's Batia.
Oh, Batia, I'm sorry, I forgot.
I know, it's okay,
I'm waiting
for you at the clinic...
Tell me what you've been
going through the past two weeks.
I want to know.
The wedding, your project.
Everything's the same as usual.
Riki...
I want you to consider
psychoanalysis.
You know, lying on the sofa,
4 times a week instead of once,
we'll dig deeper inside.
- Batia, that's impossible,
my inheritance money
is almost all gone
and our financial situation... I'll
probably start looking for a job,
so I'll give you a call and
we'll meet in a few weeks.
Must I remind you
how much progress we made?
Must I remind you what
a state you were in, Riki?
Well, it's no wonder. Seeing both
your parents burned to a char...
It's so awful.
Batia, you know I hate when
you bring that up for no reason.
So why do you do it?
- For the proportions.
Batia, I don't want to
continue with this therapy.
Are you okay?
Don't look at me
as if I were insane.
No, it's okay, it happens,
it's completely natural.
I'm just a little emotional
and it's finally happening.
You're finally letting me
treat you,
you're finally
projecting on me, Riki.
It's absolutely wonderful.
You must've misunderstood, I meant
that I don't want to continue.
Very good, Riki, very good,
I want to know why.
Why don't you want to continue?
Tell me, go on, say:
"Batia, you're not alert,
not attentive to my needs,"
go ahead, unload,
take it out on me, Riki, come on.
See? We wasted all our time.
Shlomo, two seconds!
So when? Tomorrow?
The day after? Same time?
Hello?
Tsipi?
From the catering.
We have to decide already?
Look, the problem is...
we haven't had the chance
to discuss the menu yet,
we haven't made up our minds.
By tomorrow afternoon?
No problem, I'll call you.
It's just me.
Riki's sister.
Sorry, but nowadays,
a keffiyeh headdress
is a symbol, a scary symbol...
What's there to do in Jerusalem?
Shopping.
What are you doing here?
Oh, no, I'm... just going to have
some coffee at Asher and Riki's.
She asked me over earlier.
Come on in.
Sorry, Riki no home.
So you go your way,
I'll go mine.
How did you like
Riki's inflatable toilet?
Heavy question.
I connected with it.
I connected with it because there
were times I constantly had diarrhea.
Dieting.
You're nuttier than your sister.
My sister?
Earth calling Max.
My sister is as mainstream
as it gets.
And I must be a complete nerd.
You're...
You're Howdy Doody.
Don't be so judgmental.
I was quite a wild youngster.
I was a Boy Scout leader, studied
shiatsu. Pretty much out of control.
So do you wanna plug my sister?
- What?!
Shame on you,
of course not, no.
She's my student.
Besides, she has Asher.
Howdy, there's still hope.
I think Riki and that Asher jerk
had a real bad fight yesterday.
I am blessed
with sharp intuitions,
and I'm telling you, right now, even
someone like you stands a chance.
How flattering. Thank you.
I'll be going now.
It was very nice... meeting you.
Hi.
Hello, I was just...
How did...
Your sister.
What?
I do want to come in for coffee,
remember your question earlier?
I even went home and made us some
espresso, but your sister couldn't
resist the splendid aroma,
should I stay, should I go, what?
No, you just surprised me.
Excuse me for a moment.
When are you going
to finish this?
Chill, sis, we have a few more
loose ends to tie up, and we're out.
Come in.
Sorry about the mess.
Coffee?
No, thanks.
Are you okay?
I'm great.
But, you see, I have rules.
It's hard when female students
like you seduce me.
Relax, I'm not trying to seduce you.
- Yes, you are.
No, I swear I'm not.
- Yes, you are.
I'm not.
Thank you.
Thank you for being nice to me.
Why wouldn't I be?
Why did you invite me over?
I just thought it'd be nice to chat,
and it has been really nice, but...
Max, listen,
I'm sorry, but...
I repulse you.
- No, of course not,
I just don't want to get
carried away. It's Asher.
Not that I'm crazy about
everything he does, but I can't...
I know you had a fight.
I just want to give you a treatment,
don't worry.
You know what?
Give me the treatment. Why not?
I'll be a little tense, but
don't take it personally, okay?
Max... I didn't shave my legs...
That's okay, it makes you human.
Max, what are you?
It's shiatsu,
doesn't it feel good?
Yes, it's just that...
Don't worry, I took a course.
Okay.
Am I hurting you?
No.
Does it feel good, little darling?
Do I make you feel good?
Very good.
The tailbone is a problematic area.
Breathe into the pain.
Inhale... and exhale loudly.
Inhale and exhale out loud.
Mistake. It was a mistake.
But don't blame yourself, okay?
- Okay.
When that story happened with
the woman I had a pact with...
I'm sorry to let out this depressing
stuff on you... - It's okay.
Do I talk too much?
- No, it's really okay.
I was in a state, understand?
Don't get me wrong, when I saw you
for the first time in class,
I was already alone, I just waited
for the right moment, strategically.
I shouldn't have come over,
but you invited me.
I couldn't refuse, and now
it's really hard for me to leave,
I may need you to throw me out.
I'm sorry,
I don't know what to say.
Please, don't play
with my feelings.
No, I...
You're a great human being,
and during my first year, I even...
I admired
all my lecturers, not only you.
Everybody admired everybody,
not only me.
But I...
I have a boyfriend.
Just tell me to leave.
Throw me out.
Okay...
I'm throwing you out.
Thank you.
Thank you, you're an angel.
I'm sorry about this.
Thank you for a magical evening.
Yeah, it was fun.
You're great. I'm sorry. Bye.
Riki? Hello?
Didn't you say you were coming
to get some clothes?
I had an important audition.
Something for primetime.
Actually, it's a good thing
you didn't come,
because Max, my lecturer, gave me
a ride home and... - And what?
Never mind.
- Don't give me that. Spit it out.
Never mind.
- Did he come inside?
Yes, he did.
- Did that faggot fuck you?
Answer me.
Just let it go, please... I'm not
in the mood for interrogations.
You did a lousy thing to me, Riki!
I did a lousy thing to you?
Asher? Hello?
Asher...
You've got a real
electrifying touch.
Are you from the band too?
You're still here?
Do it again. But not in the stomach.
Try in the neck.
Are you some kind of retard?
- No. Why?
Yo, Sharon's sister.
It's 5 a.m.
I love you, brother.
Check out Ramon.
He took 5 Ecstasies in a row and
miraculously he's still alive!
Very impressive.
- Give me a hug, brother.
You're totally hugged, man!
Fuck, I got stung by a bee.
I zapped you with the shocker.
You motherfucker! Where did
you get that? It's so cool.
Take it, it's yours, just please
get out of my room. Good night.
Thank you.
Give her a few Spaceships,
instead of rent money.
That won't be necessary.
Thank you.
I don't want any. Don't put
those things in my bag. Don't.
Okay, put those things in my bag.
Thank you. Great, good night.
No! No!
Hello?
Hello?
What's with this place?
The electricity constantly blows out,
there's nothing to eat.
Then buy something,
make something.
Sis, I'm not being selfish. It's
those poor guys. They're starving.
Do I look like their mother? I want
those decadents out of my house!
Chill, sis.
We're getting our shit together.
- Would you please leave me alone?
Listen, I see things.
So if you decided to kick Asher
the Satan out of your life
because you've got the hots
for that cute melon-head Max,
I take my hat off to you.
Really. I back you, totally.
I never liked that Asher.
He gives out the vibes of a dog.
What, are you crying?
Kiki, don't cry.
I'll start crying too.
Muki...
You're such a Snoopy when
you're sad. You're so sweet.
I'm a little attracted to you.
What did you say?
Attracted. Attracted to you.
I'm your sister.
So?
What's that got to do with it?
I think you're sexy.
I even had a little crush on you.
Whatever you do,
don't let this stress you out.
It's probably a projection that...
- It's cool.
I even masturbated while
thinking about you a few times.
I don't want to hear it.
Why?
Because you annoy me even when
you aren't talking bullshit.
You've got a major problem
with intimacy. I pity you.
I apologize, Rabbi.
I have no idea why
he didn't show up.
I promise to get back to you
within the hour.
I'm sorry, and thank you.
I'm not trying to get us
back together,
I just think we should talk
about what we did, like adults.
I fell asleep on the couch.
I'll get dressed and we'll
go out for a bite to eat?
I want to talk somewhere quiet.
Are you gonna let me in or what?
Where are you going?
Do I have to inform you
about every step I take?
No, but it's disgusting,
what are you, spying on me?
I just wanted to go
to the bathroom.
I'm glad you came.
I love you.
Why are you testing me?
You know how I feel?
I feel like dying just thinking
that someone else touched you.
I didn't sleep with him, you idiot,
I wouldn't do that to you.
Baby, I'm crazy about you,
crazy about you!
As of today, may my dick fall off
if I ever touch another woman.
And you won't go near that Max
or anyone else either.
We're getting married
and that's it, okay?
Just for general knowledge, how
many times did you sleep with her?
I told you. Only once.
Now get her out of your head.
She's just an insane bimbo.
And a lousy lay.
Frigid.
I'd rather shag her grandpa
than touch her again.
An insane bimbo? You fucking
cock sucker, you piece of shit!
How dare you say that
about my grandpa,
the great Kabbalistic Rabbi,
may he rest in peace!
What a nasty thing to say!
Disgusting!
What are you doing here?
Shut the fuck up!
And thanks for not humping her
right over my head! Asshole...
You call me frigidaire? My mouth
is still sleepy from the spermicide.
Fuck you...
The wedding is off.
What? Are you crazy?
Wait, Riki, you don't understand!
Look what you've done, you stupid
cow! Are you trying to ruin my life?!
You, fucking asshole! I've had it
with you! You and all your bullshit:
The vibrators and
your animal-porn movies!
Fuck you, you piece of shit!
I've had it!
I'm a religious person!
Riki!
Riki!
I was sure you cheated on me.
You've got to believe me.
But as of today, everything's
going to change, I promise.
I made it to primetime.
I've been offered to host
a show on primetime!
Everything's gonna be okay now.
I'll be famous, we'll have money.
Wait, Riki, talk to me!
Riki!
What are you, blind?
Shut the fuck up.
Hey, watch it! I don't
recommend you to mess with me!
Get your hands off me, you don't
know who you're messing with.
You better watch your mouth
before I lose it!
Fuck off, you loser!
Good afternoon.
We didn't order anything.
Oh, no, these are
just a few staple items.
I know that Riki and Asher's
financial situation isn't that great.
Are you our auntie or something?
You're Riki's little sister.
Wow, sweetie.
You poor thing, look at you.
What a shame.
Is Riki here?
No.
I'm Batia, her psychologist.
I'm also her confidante,
so perhaps I could
wait for her inside?
I don't know.
Yeah. Whatever. Sure.
Sharon, Gomez made a mess
in the bathroom,
he took a bad Spaceship.
But me and the guys cleaned up
a little, so it's not that filthy.
I'm sorry, am I disturbing?
God, lady, you shit so much!
And if I slept with,
let's say, 120... - Excuse me?
Not just men, younger ones too.
Yes.
And let's say,
I didn't really enjoy it,
could I be a lesbo?
Are you attracted to women?
You may have a point there...
Say, doctor, do you know
anything about tumors?
Excuse me?
- Cancer.
I've got tons of
weird-Iooking moles.
No, that's not my field.
- I've got a humongous one here.
That's not my field...
Tell me...
Do you have any medical insurance?
Riki!
What's going on here?
What's going on? You didn't
show up for our appointment...
Did she do something to you?
She just examined the mole
on my ass. You're so suspicious.
You actually think that I'd...
- I'm sorry, Batia,
I didn't see it was you.
Have a seat right here and
we'll start opening up, damn it.
Batia, I'm a little tired.
No wonder, with all
those animals living here.
And with everything
that happened to you, Riki,
I wouldn't sleep a wink for years.
The whole tragedy, your parents...
Such a horror... - Batia...
- Let's do something spontaneous!
We'll go out for a drink, my treat.
We'll go anywhere you want.
Just for a chat,
a little small talk.
Thank you, but I'm beat.
The only thing I can think
about is getting into bed.
Shall we?
Batia, that man keeps
looking at you. Why?
Turn back towards me
and don't stare at him.
How do you do.
I'm Avraham.
Excuse me, but I'm having an intimate
conversation with my friend here.
Can I help you?
I apologize for interrupting.
He was nice.
So he was nice, so what?
Big deal.
Wait, aren't you divorced?
Never been married.
Never married, Riki.
I don't need him
thinking he's "all that".
He should have been more persistent.
There are plenty of fish in the sea.
So he left. Fine. You get used
to the Ioneliness, Riki. It's there.
You get up in the morning,
it's there.
You go to sleep,
it's there, waiting just for you.
Until you find something
so sound and safe in this life,
I won't give it up.
For what? A pig in the poke?
For some
"How do you do, I'm Avraham"?
But forget about that, Riki,
you're getting married!
You're getting married!
Hi.
Riki?
Are you alone?
Yes, most of the time.
Can I come in?
Oh, sure, come on in.
Make yourself at home.
When did you move in?
4 years ago. Why?
Oh, the boxes.
Something to drink? Coffee? Tea?
Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice?
No, my esophagus is contracted.
Are you okay?
Aren't you going to give me
a welcome kiss?
Of course.
Welcome, I'm glad you came.
A kiss.
My legs are kind of jumping from
inside, so I'll just crash here
until the time goes by.
Oh, I see, you came for
a treatment, for shiatsu,
I didn't understand what...
No! Not shiatsu!
You're making fun of me,
I don't know what I did wrong.
I don't get you, I don't get
this situation, I'm not good at this.
You're easygoing, that's fine,
but I really don't understand
why you come over and kiss me,
why you make me hopeful, how...
I'm sorry,
but I want to be left alone.
Five more minutes, okay?
I have a surprise for you.
You'll feel it soon.
I'm sorry, Riki,
this is more than I can take...
Riki, I don't know what's
come over me. I don't feel good.
Not good.
Good.
Good. Not good.
Not good?
- Hey, you're glowing.
You are so beautiful.
You're beautiful.
You have so many angles.
You're fascinating.
You're a panoramic person.
I love
my dead grandmother's house.
It's beautiful, I love the colors
on the walls. They're lovely.
Like your hair.
Your hair is lovely too.
So homogenous, so becoming,
so bad, bad, bad, bad.
Good, good, good.
Do you feel good?
Mostly in my balls.
This is my surprise.
Isn't it fun?
Riki, I think I have a fever.
My tongue fell asleep too.
I really feel like clapping my hands,
but I'm embarrassed to.
You are so cute, I could die.
I love the Yarkon River.
I come here a lot,
especially when I need to think.
When I was a kid, I'd come here
with my family on New Years
and we'd do the ritual of emptying
our pockets into the river.
Does it surprise you
that I was ultra-orthodox?
What? A Hassid?
Wait, you were...
No, it's kind of cute.
Yeah?
I want to tell you something too.
What?
I was born with a little tail.
With what?
Didn't you see the small scar
above my tush?
No.
It's hereditary,
my grandma had it too.
Does that bother you?
Not at all.
Any other genetic information
I should know at this stage?
You're so mean.
You're so gullible, so naive.
I'm not gullible,
and not as naive as you think.
You're as naive as they come.
There are things
you don't know about me.
So now you're trying to fool me?
Things that I'd rather
not tell you at this stage.
Like what?
Things that I keep to myself
for administrative reasons only.
Max, you have a major
time perception problem.
You're not my teacher anymore.
Still, you'll have to trust me.
I'd gladly trust you,
but lately, I've been
having a problem in that area.
So if you don't mind,
I insist on knowing now,
to soften the blow
I'm going to take later on.
Riki, please, let it go.
There was a woman,
Elizabeth, I told you about her.
Yes?
It's not what you think.
What do I think?
Riki, let's try and go back
two minutes in time,
to the cool ambiance
we already had.
I'm totally cool.
You're taking everything here
too seriously.
I'm taking it seriously?
I am not taking
anything seriously.
This little affair of ours
only happened for one reason,
to make Asher jealous.
You're kidding me.
No.
Goodbye, Riki.
Hello?
Speaking.
What?
Yes, he's my boyfriend... my ex...
Who is this?
Driver, take me to Ichilov
Hospital.
Asher?
What happened to you?
Riki.
Look! The mafia did it to me.
That's okay. The pinkie isn't
an important finger anyway.
A bunch of pimps jumped me,
for no reason whatsoever.
Out of pure malice.
There are some bad human beings,
Riki. Bad human beings.
I saw death right before
my eyes, Riki. I saw the end.
And the only thing
I could think about
while they were wiping
the asphalt with my face
and kicking the shit out of
my balls, was that you hate me.
I don't hate you.
I realized you're the only person
who cares about me.
You're all I have.
You'll be okay. You'll see.
You always know
how to comfort me.
You're an angel.
When are you coming back?
I don't know.
I don't know.
I don't know.
Avraham?
It's Avraham, isn't it?
- Yes.
Riki.
From last night, remember?
Listen,
don't take her too seriously.
Batia.
She didn't mean to offend you.
It came out involuntarily.
She's a little...
Loneliness, you know.
Never mind.
Would you like to dance with me?
Damn, you've got
loads of fleas here.
Good morning, sister.
Sharon, what happened here
last night?
You were so cool last night.
Sharon, who was that old lady
with the toilet paper? Your mom?
What?
It's just that you resemble her.
Snoopy, he didn't mean
a physical resemblance,
he meant something
that you two convey.
I understand, Sharon.
I want you and all your tribe
out of my house, today!
Hello.
Max?
Hello?
Yes.
I just wanted you to know that
from sitting there in the sun,
I must've had a flashback
or something
and that's why
I said some stupid things.
Are you there?
Can I talk to you?
How can I explain it to you...
The way I'm built,
things happen, but I'm not
always...
That.
Are you getting me?
Would you please speak
to me linearly? - Okay.
It's kind of like
my inflatable toilet,
if someone takes a dump
on my head,
I pretend everything's cool and
that I even planned it that way.
Understand?
Let's say...
Remember when I told you that Asher
was pressuring me to get married?
Well... that wasn't...
entirely accurate.
It was more like...
it freaked him out.
He also...
cheated on me.
Twice, as far as I know.
And I really wanted
to hurt him like he hurt me
and you were just there, so...
But then, what happened happened
and you and I...
And I really didn't plan it,
I suddenly felt so...
And Asher
didn't matter anymore, only you.
Then when I saw you talking about
another woman they way you did,
all I could think about
was getting back at you too.
I don't know why I'm telling you
all this, obviously you want her
and I'll understand if you
never want to see me again.
Your decision to never see me again
even relieves me,
because I don't like having
the status of a doormat
and just because I came here at
a moment of weakness doesn't mean
I'm stupid enough to stay for
one more second, so that's it.
Bye, see you.
Do you want to move in with me?
What?
Do you want to move in with me?
You mean you want me
to move in here?
Yes, that's what I mean.
Basically, I don't think
there's a problem.
Great. Great.
I'm not good at "reading" women,
especially you,
so if something's bothering you or
if you're going through something,
just tell me,
like you just did, okay?
Okay, but maybe we should agree
that if I tell you to go away
or even to get out of my face,
you'll just stay.
Okay.
Let's also agree that you won't
ever talk to Elizabeth again.
Agreed.
You've got nothing to worry about.
Me and Elizabeth... - No, no.
Not now.
So, should I move in now? Today?
Yes.
Okay, I'll go pack.
Just a minute.
Don't look so alarmed.
Your message said
you had to see me, so I came.
I'm not alarmed,
it's just not a good time.
I thought we could meet at a cafe
or something. I'm very busy.
You don't think I'm
the sweetest thing anymore?
Elizabeth, this conversation is
going in a disharmonic direction
to the state I'm in right now.
I'm trapped in an emotional loop.
I'll call you
and we'll meet
some other time, okay?
Yeah, man?
Who are you?
What are you doing here?
I'm a close friend of the family.
What's wrong with you? Why are
you choosing the violent way?
Where's Riki?
I said, where's Riki?
Thanks, brother.
I'm making you some coffee too.
No, none for me, thanks.
I'm a little pressed for time.
Why aren't you
being warm towards me?
Haven't you forgiven me?
Then why did you call?
Don't worry.
I'm not going to leave you.
I'm still your wife.
I didn't marry you
just to leave you.
Elizabeth, no, please.
This is the draft of our divorce
agreement, that's why I called.
Have your lawyer
take a look at it.
Are you okay?
I'm slightly in shock.
Elizabeth, I've been in shock
from the day I was born.
You get used to it.
Get the hell out
of my house, now.
Now!
Pull up your panties
and join your friends.
I don't want
to see you ever again.
Hi, Riki.
I came to take you to the beach
for a spontaneous night swim.
Batia, today isn't a good day.
Why? It's beautiful outside,
warm...
Do you know that you're psycho?
- Excuse me?
Go commit yourself.
Get well soon.
Hi, baby.
What's all the yelling about?
My entire body aches.
Your psycho boyfriend
attacked me for no reason.
Asher, for your own good,
take yourself
and your crutches and everything
and get the fuck out of my house.
What are you doing here,
young lady?
Living from day to day.
Take care of yourself.
Excuse me, officer...
Can you arrest me?
I can't arrest you
without a reason.
How about insulting a public servant?
Does that count?
Who did you insult?
- You, you fucking bitch.
You're under arrest.
- Cool.
Come with me.
- Awesome.
Hi, Riki. It's Max.
Where are you?
I'm at home,
waiting just for you. Bye.
Hi. It's Max again.
Call me if you hear this.
Riki?
Riki?
Are you okay?
I'm fine. Go away.
I'm not leaving until you tell me
how I can help you.
Hi. It's Max again.
I don't mean to be a pest,
but I'm starting to worry.
Don't cry, sweetie.
Don't cry.
If you're there,
pick up, I'm waiting.
He didn't mean to hurt you.
I didn't think there was
anyone shittier than you.
I'm sorry for being so shitty.
Well, I guess you're not home.
Mom...
I want my mom...
Where is my mom...
Don't cry.
I'll take care of you,
you'll see.
Where are you?
I'm here.
- And? Didn't you get my messages?
Yes, I did.
- What happened?
You changed your mind.
I hurt you,
something I did or said.
I got back together
with Asher.
Okay, you're hurt,
what did I do?
Was it because I asked you
to move in with me
without asking if you want me
to move in here with you?
Was it because I took the time
to clean up the house for you,
instead of spending
that time with you?
Riki, let's try to communicate
like two normal people.
Let's get some air,
let's breathe.
And exhale.
Go do "ah-ah" to your wife,
you son of a bitch.
Wait, you came and thought that...
About 4 years ago,
Elizabeth and I...
Who is it, sweetie?
It's the superintendent, Asher.
Goodbye, Riki.
Bye.
Hi.
Hi.
I'm sorry.
No, I'm sorry.
This is Svetlana Pavlova,
she's a cop.
This is Riki.
What now?
Nothing, she's my girlfriend.
Oh, great. Hi.
Is that right?
Okay, great, fantastic,
what can I say?
Nice to meet you,
I'm her sister.
Snoopy, you're so sweet.
So how's your band?
Great, except for
Ramon who died.
He took a rotten trip and croaked.
Poor guy.
That's the wedding march.
Sveta, let's go.
"Congratulations, Riki and Asher
"May your marriage be
as strong as plaster
"See you after
"With a big belly and
a suit made of polyester
"Congratulations
"Congratulations
"Congratulations"
"You are consecrated to me
with this ring
"according to the laws
of Moses and Israel.
"Consecrated, consecrated."
"If I forget thee,
O Jerusalem
"May my right hand
lose its strength."
Mr. Photographer.
Close-up on my face.
Then tilt down to my foot. Okay?
Mr. Photographer. Take two.
I'm sorry.
Forgive me.
Cut.
Cut.
Hi.
Hi.
How are you doing?
Fine. And you?
Well...
Well...
Tell me, would you like
to have a cup of coffee with me?
Yes, sure.
Great. Then give me a call
when you feel like it.
Are you planning on driving me
insane my entire live?
Obviously.
English: Suzy De Lowe
Subtitles: Cinematyp Ltd.
Norma Productions ? all rights
reserved
A film by
Eitan Anner and Dalit Kahan
Dalit Kahan & Tal Friedman
It's lovely...
but I had in mind
something more...
Nir Levy & Michal Kahan
Special Guest Appearance by:
Gila Almagor
It's a cute dress...
Very cute.
But don't you have
something less...
More...
- Riki Riki -
Original Music:
Alon Oleartchik
Production Designer:
Avi Fahima
Director of Photography:
Itzik Portal
Editor:
Gido Mar Chaim
Written by: Dalit Kahan
Producer: Assaf Amir
Directed by: Eitan Anner
Riki.
Riki.
What?
Never mind.
What?
I said, never mind.
Are you cheating on me?
What?
Who are you having
an affair with?
You're not serious.
Who is it? The baboon?
Who?
The baboon with the Boxer,
from downstairs.
I thought you were serious.
Now, baby,
I have to get back to work.
Wait a minute...
I'm totally serious.
What about that nerdy lecturer
of yours, what's-his-name...
Max! Yeah, Max!
Yeah, Max. Today, of all days,
you're trying to drive me crazy?
You are so obvious.
I don't believe it,
you actually think...
Thanks a lot. I bust my ass,
run from one audition to another,
degrade myself on
that pathetic show,
and you're having a thing
with your lecturer!
What thing?
You're always saying that
he gets all giddy around you.
You're the one who's always
saying... - You're in love with him.
In love with him? I...
It's ridiculous that
you're crying. It's almost funny.
How can you be jealous of him?
How could you even think that... How?
Hey, handsome, we're
getting married in a month.
I had a thing too.
What do you mean,
you had a thing?
What did you say?
I had a thing.
With who?
Naomi.
Who's Naomi?
From the show.
The girl who plays the bee.
But you told me
she's an insane bimbo.
She is an insane bimbo.
It only happened once.
I'm sorry, it just happened.
When?
Last week.
Here at home?
No, I'd never do that to you.
Are you in love with her?
No, I told you, it only
happened once and that's it.
I'm really sorry.
I didn't even enjoy it.
She was just a lay, and a lousy one
if it makes you feel any better.
I'm glad you're being
so mature about it.
Yeah.
It's kind of selfish of you
to tell me today, of all days...
Sorry I threw that on you
the day before your final project.
I just felt shitty about it and
couldn't hold it in any longer.
Do you want me to go?
I'll go and let you
finish your project.
That's all that matters.
My brother is away,
I'll be at his place.
We'll talk later.
Are you okay?
I'm fine.
"You can buy this toaster-oven only
here on the community channel for...
"Only 40 shekels.
"So don't just sit there
and regret it later.
"Pick up the phone and
place your order now.
"Ladies and gentlemen,
The Bee is informing us
"that you will be receiving
a bonus too!
"A fashionable bath rug
worth 70 shekels!"
Hello?
Kiki, I am so depressed.
The neighbors complained
and got us kicked out
of our apartment.
Definitely worth
a wrist slash, no?
Yeah.
Are you coming with me to Jerusalem
tomorrow to model my project?
I'll probably be looking
for an apartment tomorrow.
Did I bum you out?
No, you didn't bum me out.
I won't submit it tomorrow,
I'd fail anyway.
You drama queen, as if you're
the only one with problems.
Since Mom and Dad croaked,
you've become so over-sensitive.
Why do you bring that up?
What are you trying to do?
Bum me out completely?
You know what, Kiki?
If I come with you tomorrow...
Yeah?
Will you let me crash at your
place for a few days? Please?
Okay. Good night, Sharon.
Be here tomorrow at 7:30, sharp.
Hey, guys.
There is a God.
Good afternoon.
While designing this project,
I decided to focus...
on the wedding of...
While designing this project,
I decided to fall apart...
I decided to focus on
the exposure of ugliness
opposite the power of
the illusion of beauty.
I asked myself: What is the ugliest,
most repulsive thing about our body
and reached the conclusion
that it is human refuse.
Why do we relate to it as ugly?
What can I do, as a designer,
to make this daily parting easier?
And now, the demonstration.
Riki?
May I?
Yes, of course.
Let's assume that a Martian
happens to land here
and we ask him to guess what the
function of a standard toilet is.
I don't think he'll be able
to tackle this task,
because its morphological correlation
with the human body looks incidental.
The whole world has
become user-friendly,
yet the toilet is still
stuck in the 18th century,
trapped in its own contour.
I think that Riki was very brave,
very imaginative, in a realm
that very few designers
dare to contend with.
And as for her technical abilities,
there's no need to elaborate.
Riki, do you have a minute?
Of course.
I wanted to thank you.
You really saved my life.
I didn't have enough time
to prepare my lecture and you...
It's part of my job.
- Anyway, thank you so much.
I knew you'd do something unique.
I even thought
about you last night.
I mean, concerning the project.
Not personally.
I mean, personally,
but personally-professionally.
Of course.
You're lovely.
I mean, your project is lovely.
Well...
It was a pleasure
being your lecturer...
It was a pleasure being
your student, it was very...
very educational.
So I guess it's goodbye?
I guess.
Bye, and once again,
thank you so much.
Riki...
How are you getting back
to Tel Aviv?
Taxi. Why, want to share one?
No...
I have a car, I thought
you might want a ride.
It might be inappropriate,
I understand if you don't want to.
I don't think it'll work out,
it's going to take me a while
to get my stuff together.
Excuse me.
Hello?
Riki?
What?
How did it go?
Fine. I passed. Anything else?
- Are you okay?
I'm fine.
When will you get home?
- In a couple hours. Why?
I want to come over
to get some clothes.
Why? How long are you
planning to stay there?
Fine, no problem. Bye.
About the ride,
that would be great.
Riki, there's a problem.
I only have room
for one more person.
The back seat
is full of boxes.
No problem.
My sister wanted to stay in Jerusalem
and visit the Wailing Wall anyways.
Then I'll see you in a bit.
Riki, I applied for a grant for you
to go to a seminar in Domus Academy.
No way! That's the best school
in the world, why me?
Because you have the most talent.
I don't believe it!
You're so sweet! Thank you!
You're so sweet!
Are you okay?
Some things shouldn't happen
between students and lecturers.
Oh, no, it was just a harmless kiss,
I never meant to...
No, of course not.
I know you're the genre of girls
who'd never go out
with someone like me.
Why not? That's got nothing to do
with it, you're a very nice person
and...
Yes?
And you have a very intense look.
But I'm not emotionally
available at the moment.
Do you have a... I mean...
Do you have a boyfriend?
Yes.
Great.
Is it serious? I mean,
are you planning to get married?
I'm not too crazy about
ceremonies in general,
but Asher is...
Asher is...
Pressuring you.
A little. Yes.
What about you? Are you married?
Unfortunately,
it's kind of complicated.
At least you get some action.
Not really, it's complex,
but I can't talk about it.
That's all right,
it's none of my business.
She was the love of my life.
We had some sort of a pact and...
She died?
She...
kind of left me.
It's hard when it's
still so fresh.
It happened 3... 4 years ago.
But it's only a matter of time.
Time is the best healer.
Thanks.
Riki, excuse me
I'm really tired from the drive,
I need some caffeine, badly.
Are there any cafes around here?
Somewhere quiet, intimate, cozy.
Come inside, I'll make you some.
- The thing is...
I don't know.
You see, there are rules
that I don't... - Max.
It's just coffee.
I hope you're not offended.
It's nothing personal.
I'm not. Everything's fine.
See you, little darling,
thanks for understanding.
Shimshon! Come here!
What's with you? That's Sharon's
sister, this is her place.
So you're the band?
What are you doing here?
It's party-time.
Say what?
Sharon cut us a key,
just in case we...
She asked us to wait for her here
till she gets back.
What's your name?
Shimshon.
And this big guy here is Sinai.
That's Gomez the parasite.
Hey, Sharon's sister,
wanna have a smoke?
No, thanks.
And my name is Riki.
Riki!
Was Asher here?
Did some guy come here
to get some clothes?
I don't think so,
I'd remember that.
C'mon, guys, it seems that
Sharon's sister wants some privacy...
Yeah, it's been a hard day.
What, Asher?
Hello, Riki, it's Batia.
Oh, Batia, I'm sorry, I forgot.
I know, it's okay,
I'm waiting
for you at the clinic...
Tell me what you've been
going through the past two weeks.
I want to know.
The wedding, your project.
Everything's the same as usual.
Riki...
I want you to consider
psychoanalysis.
You know, lying on the sofa,
4 times a week instead of once,
we'll dig deeper inside.
- Batia, that's impossible,
my inheritance money
is almost all gone
and our financial situation... I'll
probably start looking for a job,
so I'll give you a call and
we'll meet in a few weeks.
Must I remind you
how much progress we made?
Must I remind you what
a state you were in, Riki?
Well, it's no wonder. Seeing both
your parents burned to a char...
It's so awful.
Batia, you know I hate when
you bring that up for no reason.
So why do you do it?
- For the proportions.
Batia, I don't want to
continue with this therapy.
Are you okay?
Don't look at me
as if I were insane.
No, it's okay, it happens,
it's completely natural.
I'm just a little emotional
and it's finally happening.
You're finally letting me
treat you,
you're finally
projecting on me, Riki.
It's absolutely wonderful.
You must've misunderstood, I meant
that I don't want to continue.
Very good, Riki, very good,
I want to know why.
Why don't you want to continue?
Tell me, go on, say:
"Batia, you're not alert,
not attentive to my needs,"
go ahead, unload,
take it out on me, Riki, come on.
See? We wasted all our time.
Shlomo, two seconds!
So when? Tomorrow?
The day after? Same time?
Hello?
Tsipi?
From the catering.
We have to decide already?
Look, the problem is...
we haven't had the chance
to discuss the menu yet,
we haven't made up our minds.
By tomorrow afternoon?
No problem, I'll call you.
It's just me.
Riki's sister.
Sorry, but nowadays,
a keffiyeh headdress
is a symbol, a scary symbol...
What's there to do in Jerusalem?
Shopping.
What are you doing here?
Oh, no, I'm... just going to have
some coffee at Asher and Riki's.
She asked me over earlier.
Come on in.
Sorry, Riki no home.
So you go your way,
I'll go mine.
How did you like
Riki's inflatable toilet?
Heavy question.
I connected with it.
I connected with it because there
were times I constantly had diarrhea.
Dieting.
You're nuttier than your sister.
My sister?
Earth calling Max.
My sister is as mainstream
as it gets.
And I must be a complete nerd.
You're...
You're Howdy Doody.
Don't be so judgmental.
I was quite a wild youngster.
I was a Boy Scout leader, studied
shiatsu. Pretty much out of control.
So do you wanna plug my sister?
- What?!
Shame on you,
of course not, no.
She's my student.
Besides, she has Asher.
Howdy, there's still hope.
I think Riki and that Asher jerk
had a real bad fight yesterday.
I am blessed
with sharp intuitions,
and I'm telling you, right now, even
someone like you stands a chance.
How flattering. Thank you.
I'll be going now.
It was very nice... meeting you.
Hi.
Hello, I was just...
How did...
Your sister.
What?
I do want to come in for coffee,
remember your question earlier?
I even went home and made us some
espresso, but your sister couldn't
resist the splendid aroma,
should I stay, should I go, what?
No, you just surprised me.
Excuse me for a moment.
When are you going
to finish this?
Chill, sis, we have a few more
loose ends to tie up, and we're out.
Come in.
Sorry about the mess.
Coffee?
No, thanks.
Are you okay?
I'm great.
But, you see, I have rules.
It's hard when female students
like you seduce me.
Relax, I'm not trying to seduce you.
- Yes, you are.
No, I swear I'm not.
- Yes, you are.
I'm not.
Thank you.
Thank you for being nice to me.
Why wouldn't I be?
Why did you invite me over?
I just thought it'd be nice to chat,
and it has been really nice, but...
Max, listen,
I'm sorry, but...
I repulse you.
- No, of course not,
I just don't want to get
carried away. It's Asher.
Not that I'm crazy about
everything he does, but I can't...
I know you had a fight.
I just want to give you a treatment,
don't worry.
You know what?
Give me the treatment. Why not?
I'll be a little tense, but
don't take it personally, okay?
Max... I didn't shave my legs...
That's okay, it makes you human.
Max, what are you?
It's shiatsu,
doesn't it feel good?
Yes, it's just that...
Don't worry, I took a course.
Okay.
Am I hurting you?
No.
Does it feel good, little darling?
Do I make you feel good?
Very good.
The tailbone is a problematic area.
Breathe into the pain.
Inhale... and exhale loudly.
Inhale and exhale out loud.
Mistake. It was a mistake.
But don't blame yourself, okay?
- Okay.
When that story happened with
the woman I had a pact with...
I'm sorry to let out this depressing
stuff on you... - It's okay.
Do I talk too much?
- No, it's really okay.
I was in a state, understand?
Don't get me wrong, when I saw you
for the first time in class,
I was already alone, I just waited
for the right moment, strategically.
I shouldn't have come over,
but you invited me.
I couldn't refuse, and now
it's really hard for me to leave,
I may need you to throw me out.
I'm sorry,
I don't know what to say.
Please, don't play
with my feelings.
No, I...
You're a great human being,
and during my first year, I even...
I admired
all my lecturers, not only you.
Everybody admired everybody,
not only me.
But I...
I have a boyfriend.
Just tell me to leave.
Throw me out.
Okay...
I'm throwing you out.
Thank you.
Thank you, you're an angel.
I'm sorry about this.
Thank you for a magical evening.
Yeah, it was fun.
You're great. I'm sorry. Bye.
Riki? Hello?
Didn't you say you were coming
to get some clothes?
I had an important audition.
Something for primetime.
Actually, it's a good thing
you didn't come,
because Max, my lecturer, gave me
a ride home and... - And what?
Never mind.
- Don't give me that. Spit it out.
Never mind.
- Did he come inside?
Yes, he did.
- Did that faggot fuck you?
Answer me.
Just let it go, please... I'm not
in the mood for interrogations.
You did a lousy thing to me, Riki!
I did a lousy thing to you?
Asher? Hello?
Asher...
You've got a real
electrifying touch.
Are you from the band too?
You're still here?
Do it again. But not in the stomach.
Try in the neck.
Are you some kind of retard?
- No. Why?
Yo, Sharon's sister.
It's 5 a.m.
I love you, brother.
Check out Ramon.
He took 5 Ecstasies in a row and
miraculously he's still alive!
Very impressive.
- Give me a hug, brother.
You're totally hugged, man!
Fuck, I got stung by a bee.
I zapped you with the shocker.
You motherfucker! Where did
you get that? It's so cool.
Take it, it's yours, just please
get out of my room. Good night.
Thank you.
Give her a few Spaceships,
instead of rent money.
That won't be necessary.
Thank you.
I don't want any. Don't put
those things in my bag. Don't.
Okay, put those things in my bag.
Thank you. Great, good night.
No! No!
Hello?
Hello?
What's with this place?
The electricity constantly blows out,
there's nothing to eat.
Then buy something,
make something.
Sis, I'm not being selfish. It's
those poor guys. They're starving.
Do I look like their mother? I want
those decadents out of my house!
Chill, sis.
We're getting our shit together.
- Would you please leave me alone?
Listen, I see things.
So if you decided to kick Asher
the Satan out of your life
because you've got the hots
for that cute melon-head Max,
I take my hat off to you.
Really. I back you, totally.
I never liked that Asher.
He gives out the vibes of a dog.
What, are you crying?
Kiki, don't cry.
I'll start crying too.
Muki...
You're such a Snoopy when
you're sad. You're so sweet.
I'm a little attracted to you.
What did you say?
Attracted. Attracted to you.
I'm your sister.
So?
What's that got to do with it?
I think you're sexy.
I even had a little crush on you.
Whatever you do,
don't let this stress you out.
It's probably a projection that...
- It's cool.
I even masturbated while
thinking about you a few times.
I don't want to hear it.
Why?
Because you annoy me even when
you aren't talking bullshit.
You've got a major problem
with intimacy. I pity you.
I apologize, Rabbi.
I have no idea why
he didn't show up.
I promise to get back to you
within the hour.
I'm sorry, and thank you.
I'm not trying to get us
back together,
I just think we should talk
about what we did, like adults.
I fell asleep on the couch.
I'll get dressed and we'll
go out for a bite to eat?
I want to talk somewhere quiet.
Are you gonna let me in or what?
Where are you going?
Do I have to inform you
about every step I take?
No, but it's disgusting,
what are you, spying on me?
I just wanted to go
to the bathroom.
I'm glad you came.
I love you.
Why are you testing me?
You know how I feel?
I feel like dying just thinking
that someone else touched you.
I didn't sleep with him, you idiot,
I wouldn't do that to you.
Baby, I'm crazy about you,
crazy about you!
As of today, may my dick fall off
if I ever touch another woman.
And you won't go near that Max
or anyone else either.
We're getting married
and that's it, okay?
Just for general knowledge, how
many times did you sleep with her?
I told you. Only once.
Now get her out of your head.
She's just an insane bimbo.
And a lousy lay.
Frigid.
I'd rather shag her grandpa
than touch her again.
An insane bimbo? You fucking
cock sucker, you piece of shit!
How dare you say that
about my grandpa,
the great Kabbalistic Rabbi,
may he rest in peace!
What a nasty thing to say!
Disgusting!
What are you doing here?
Shut the fuck up!
And thanks for not humping her
right over my head! Asshole...
You call me frigidaire? My mouth
is still sleepy from the spermicide.
Fuck you...
The wedding is off.
What? Are you crazy?
Wait, Riki, you don't understand!
Look what you've done, you stupid
cow! Are you trying to ruin my life?!
You, fucking asshole! I've had it
with you! You and all your bullshit:
The vibrators and
your animal-porn movies!
Fuck you, you piece of shit!
I've had it!
I'm a religious person!
Riki!
Riki!
I was sure you cheated on me.
You've got to believe me.
But as of today, everything's
going to change, I promise.
I made it to primetime.
I've been offered to host
a show on primetime!
Everything's gonna be okay now.
I'll be famous, we'll have money.
Wait, Riki, talk to me!
Riki!
What are you, blind?
Shut the fuck up.
Hey, watch it! I don't
recommend you to mess with me!
Get your hands off me, you don't
know who you're messing with.
You better watch your mouth
before I lose it!
Fuck off, you loser!
Good afternoon.
We didn't order anything.
Oh, no, these are
just a few staple items.
I know that Riki and Asher's
financial situation isn't that great.
Are you our auntie or something?
You're Riki's little sister.
Wow, sweetie.
You poor thing, look at you.
What a shame.
Is Riki here?
No.
I'm Batia, her psychologist.
I'm also her confidante,
so perhaps I could
wait for her inside?
I don't know.
Yeah. Whatever. Sure.
Sharon, Gomez made a mess
in the bathroom,
he took a bad Spaceship.
But me and the guys cleaned up
a little, so it's not that filthy.
I'm sorry, am I disturbing?
God, lady, you shit so much!
And if I slept with,
let's say, 120... - Excuse me?
Not just men, younger ones too.
Yes.
And let's say,
I didn't really enjoy it,
could I be a lesbo?
Are you attracted to women?
You may have a point there...
Say, doctor, do you know
anything about tumors?
Excuse me?
- Cancer.
I've got tons of
weird-Iooking moles.
No, that's not my field.
- I've got a humongous one here.
That's not my field...
Tell me...
Do you have any medical insurance?
Riki!
What's going on here?
What's going on? You didn't
show up for our appointment...
Did she do something to you?
She just examined the mole
on my ass. You're so suspicious.
You actually think that I'd...
- I'm sorry, Batia,
I didn't see it was you.
Have a seat right here and
we'll start opening up, damn it.
Batia, I'm a little tired.
No wonder, with all
those animals living here.
And with everything
that happened to you, Riki,
I wouldn't sleep a wink for years.
The whole tragedy, your parents...
Such a horror... - Batia...
- Let's do something spontaneous!
We'll go out for a drink, my treat.
We'll go anywhere you want.
Just for a chat,
a little small talk.
Thank you, but I'm beat.
The only thing I can think
about is getting into bed.
Shall we?
Batia, that man keeps
looking at you. Why?
Turn back towards me
and don't stare at him.
How do you do.
I'm Avraham.
Excuse me, but I'm having an intimate
conversation with my friend here.
Can I help you?
I apologize for interrupting.
He was nice.
So he was nice, so what?
Big deal.
Wait, aren't you divorced?
Never been married.
Never married, Riki.
I don't need him
thinking he's "all that".
He should have been more persistent.
There are plenty of fish in the sea.
So he left. Fine. You get used
to the Ioneliness, Riki. It's there.
You get up in the morning,
it's there.
You go to sleep,
it's there, waiting just for you.
Until you find something
so sound and safe in this life,
I won't give it up.
For what? A pig in the poke?
For some
"How do you do, I'm Avraham"?
But forget about that, Riki,
you're getting married!
You're getting married!
Hi.
Riki?
Are you alone?
Yes, most of the time.
Can I come in?
Oh, sure, come on in.
Make yourself at home.
When did you move in?
4 years ago. Why?
Oh, the boxes.
Something to drink? Coffee? Tea?
Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice?
No, my esophagus is contracted.
Are you okay?
Aren't you going to give me
a welcome kiss?
Of course.
Welcome, I'm glad you came.
A kiss.
My legs are kind of jumping from
inside, so I'll just crash here
until the time goes by.
Oh, I see, you came for
a treatment, for shiatsu,
I didn't understand what...
No! Not shiatsu!
You're making fun of me,
I don't know what I did wrong.
I don't get you, I don't get
this situation, I'm not good at this.
You're easygoing, that's fine,
but I really don't understand
why you come over and kiss me,
why you make me hopeful, how...
I'm sorry,
but I want to be left alone.
Five more minutes, okay?
I have a surprise for you.
You'll feel it soon.
I'm sorry, Riki,
this is more than I can take...
Riki, I don't know what's
come over me. I don't feel good.
Not good.
Good.
Good. Not good.
Not good?
- Hey, you're glowing.
You are so beautiful.
You're beautiful.
You have so many angles.
You're fascinating.
You're a panoramic person.
I love
my dead grandmother's house.
It's beautiful, I love the colors
on the walls. They're lovely.
Like your hair.
Your hair is lovely too.
So homogenous, so becoming,
so bad, bad, bad, bad.
Good, good, good.
Do you feel good?
Mostly in my balls.
This is my surprise.
Isn't it fun?
Riki, I think I have a fever.
My tongue fell asleep too.
I really feel like clapping my hands,
but I'm embarrassed to.
You are so cute, I could die.
I love the Yarkon River.
I come here a lot,
especially when I need to think.
When I was a kid, I'd come here
with my family on New Years
and we'd do the ritual of emptying
our pockets into the river.
Does it surprise you
that I was ultra-orthodox?
What? A Hassid?
Wait, you were...
No, it's kind of cute.
Yeah?
I want to tell you something too.
What?
I was born with a little tail.
With what?
Didn't you see the small scar
above my tush?
No.
It's hereditary,
my grandma had it too.
Does that bother you?
Not at all.
Any other genetic information
I should know at this stage?
You're so mean.
You're so gullible, so naive.
I'm not gullible,
and not as naive as you think.
You're as naive as they come.
There are things
you don't know about me.
So now you're trying to fool me?
Things that I'd rather
not tell you at this stage.
Like what?
Things that I keep to myself
for administrative reasons only.
Max, you have a major
time perception problem.
You're not my teacher anymore.
Still, you'll have to trust me.
I'd gladly trust you,
but lately, I've been
having a problem in that area.
So if you don't mind,
I insist on knowing now,
to soften the blow
I'm going to take later on.
Riki, please, let it go.
There was a woman,
Elizabeth, I told you about her.
Yes?
It's not what you think.
What do I think?
Riki, let's try and go back
two minutes in time,
to the cool ambiance
we already had.
I'm totally cool.
You're taking everything here
too seriously.
I'm taking it seriously?
I am not taking
anything seriously.
This little affair of ours
only happened for one reason,
to make Asher jealous.
You're kidding me.
No.
Goodbye, Riki.
Hello?
Speaking.
What?
Yes, he's my boyfriend... my ex...
Who is this?
Driver, take me to Ichilov
Hospital.
Asher?
What happened to you?
Riki.
Look! The mafia did it to me.
That's okay. The pinkie isn't
an important finger anyway.
A bunch of pimps jumped me,
for no reason whatsoever.
Out of pure malice.
There are some bad human beings,
Riki. Bad human beings.
I saw death right before
my eyes, Riki. I saw the end.
And the only thing
I could think about
while they were wiping
the asphalt with my face
and kicking the shit out of
my balls, was that you hate me.
I don't hate you.
I realized you're the only person
who cares about me.
You're all I have.
You'll be okay. You'll see.
You always know
how to comfort me.
You're an angel.
When are you coming back?
I don't know.
I don't know.
I don't know.
Avraham?
It's Avraham, isn't it?
- Yes.
Riki.
From last night, remember?
Listen,
don't take her too seriously.
Batia.
She didn't mean to offend you.
It came out involuntarily.
She's a little...
Loneliness, you know.
Never mind.
Would you like to dance with me?
Damn, you've got
loads of fleas here.
Good morning, sister.
Sharon, what happened here
last night?
You were so cool last night.
Sharon, who was that old lady
with the toilet paper? Your mom?
What?
It's just that you resemble her.
Snoopy, he didn't mean
a physical resemblance,
he meant something
that you two convey.
I understand, Sharon.
I want you and all your tribe
out of my house, today!
Hello.
Max?
Hello?
Yes.
I just wanted you to know that
from sitting there in the sun,
I must've had a flashback
or something
and that's why
I said some stupid things.
Are you there?
Can I talk to you?
How can I explain it to you...
The way I'm built,
things happen, but I'm not
always...
That.
Are you getting me?
Would you please speak
to me linearly? - Okay.
It's kind of like
my inflatable toilet,
if someone takes a dump
on my head,
I pretend everything's cool and
that I even planned it that way.
Understand?
Let's say...
Remember when I told you that Asher
was pressuring me to get married?
Well... that wasn't...
entirely accurate.
It was more like...
it freaked him out.
He also...
cheated on me.
Twice, as far as I know.
And I really wanted
to hurt him like he hurt me
and you were just there, so...
But then, what happened happened
and you and I...
And I really didn't plan it,
I suddenly felt so...
And Asher
didn't matter anymore, only you.
Then when I saw you talking about
another woman they way you did,
all I could think about
was getting back at you too.
I don't know why I'm telling you
all this, obviously you want her
and I'll understand if you
never want to see me again.
Your decision to never see me again
even relieves me,
because I don't like having
the status of a doormat
and just because I came here at
a moment of weakness doesn't mean
I'm stupid enough to stay for
one more second, so that's it.
Bye, see you.
Do you want to move in with me?
What?
Do you want to move in with me?
You mean you want me
to move in here?
Yes, that's what I mean.
Basically, I don't think
there's a problem.
Great. Great.
I'm not good at "reading" women,
especially you,
so if something's bothering you or
if you're going through something,
just tell me,
like you just did, okay?
Okay, but maybe we should agree
that if I tell you to go away
or even to get out of my face,
you'll just stay.
Okay.
Let's also agree that you won't
ever talk to Elizabeth again.
Agreed.
You've got nothing to worry about.
Me and Elizabeth... - No, no.
Not now.
So, should I move in now? Today?
Yes.
Okay, I'll go pack.
Just a minute.
Don't look so alarmed.
Your message said
you had to see me, so I came.
I'm not alarmed,
it's just not a good time.
I thought we could meet at a cafe
or something. I'm very busy.
You don't think I'm
the sweetest thing anymore?
Elizabeth, this conversation is
going in a disharmonic direction
to the state I'm in right now.
I'm trapped in an emotional loop.
I'll call you
and we'll meet
some other time, okay?
Yeah, man?
Who are you?
What are you doing here?
I'm a close friend of the family.
What's wrong with you? Why are
you choosing the violent way?
Where's Riki?
I said, where's Riki?
Thanks, brother.
I'm making you some coffee too.
No, none for me, thanks.
I'm a little pressed for time.
Why aren't you
being warm towards me?
Haven't you forgiven me?
Then why did you call?
Don't worry.
I'm not going to leave you.
I'm still your wife.
I didn't marry you
just to leave you.
Elizabeth, no, please.
This is the draft of our divorce
agreement, that's why I called.
Have your lawyer
take a look at it.
Are you okay?
I'm slightly in shock.
Elizabeth, I've been in shock
from the day I was born.
You get used to it.
Get the hell out
of my house, now.
Now!
Pull up your panties
and join your friends.
I don't want
to see you ever again.
Hi, Riki.
I came to take you to the beach
for a spontaneous night swim.
Batia, today isn't a good day.
Why? It's beautiful outside,
warm...
Do you know that you're psycho?
- Excuse me?
Go commit yourself.
Get well soon.
Hi, baby.
What's all the yelling about?
My entire body aches.
Your psycho boyfriend
attacked me for no reason.
Asher, for your own good,
take yourself
and your crutches and everything
and get the fuck out of my house.
What are you doing here,
young lady?
Living from day to day.
Take care of yourself.
Excuse me, officer...
Can you arrest me?
I can't arrest you
without a reason.
How about insulting a public servant?
Does that count?
Who did you insult?
- You, you fucking bitch.
You're under arrest.
- Cool.
Come with me.
- Awesome.
Hi, Riki. It's Max.
Where are you?
I'm at home,
waiting just for you. Bye.
Hi. It's Max again.
Call me if you hear this.
Riki?
Riki?
Are you okay?
I'm fine. Go away.
I'm not leaving until you tell me
how I can help you.
Hi. It's Max again.
I don't mean to be a pest,
but I'm starting to worry.
Don't cry, sweetie.
Don't cry.
If you're there,
pick up, I'm waiting.
He didn't mean to hurt you.
I didn't think there was
anyone shittier than you.
I'm sorry for being so shitty.
Well, I guess you're not home.
Mom...
I want my mom...
Where is my mom...
Don't cry.
I'll take care of you,
you'll see.
Where are you?
I'm here.
- And? Didn't you get my messages?
Yes, I did.
- What happened?
You changed your mind.
I hurt you,
something I did or said.
I got back together
with Asher.
Okay, you're hurt,
what did I do?
Was it because I asked you
to move in with me
without asking if you want me
to move in here with you?
Was it because I took the time
to clean up the house for you,
instead of spending
that time with you?
Riki, let's try to communicate
like two normal people.
Let's get some air,
let's breathe.
And exhale.
Go do "ah-ah" to your wife,
you son of a bitch.
Wait, you came and thought that...
About 4 years ago,
Elizabeth and I...
Who is it, sweetie?
It's the superintendent, Asher.
Goodbye, Riki.
Bye.
Hi.
Hi.
I'm sorry.
No, I'm sorry.
This is Svetlana Pavlova,
she's a cop.
This is Riki.
What now?
Nothing, she's my girlfriend.
Oh, great. Hi.
Is that right?
Okay, great, fantastic,
what can I say?
Nice to meet you,
I'm her sister.
Snoopy, you're so sweet.
So how's your band?
Great, except for
Ramon who died.
He took a rotten trip and croaked.
Poor guy.
That's the wedding march.
Sveta, let's go.
"Congratulations, Riki and Asher
"May your marriage be
as strong as plaster
"See you after
"With a big belly and
a suit made of polyester
"Congratulations
"Congratulations
"Congratulations"
"You are consecrated to me
with this ring
"according to the laws
of Moses and Israel.
"Consecrated, consecrated."
"If I forget thee,
O Jerusalem
"May my right hand
lose its strength."
Mr. Photographer.
Close-up on my face.
Then tilt down to my foot. Okay?
Mr. Photographer. Take two.
I'm sorry.
Forgive me.
Cut.
Cut.
Hi.
Hi.
How are you doing?
Fine. And you?
Well...
Well...
Tell me, would you like
to have a cup of coffee with me?
Yes, sure.
Great. Then give me a call
when you feel like it.
Are you planning on driving me
insane my entire live?
Obviously.
English: Suzy De Lowe
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