Rome in Love (2019) - full transcript

RIP-FIXES-SYNC
by VaVooM

I'm home.

Hey.

Hey.

How's your day?

Great, I've been dying
for you to get home.

I wanna read you this article.

Okay.

"Director Dominic
D'Andrea has announced plans

"for a remake for 'Roman Holiday'
starring Jonathan Lyman."

I love Jonathan Lyman.



So do I, but this isn't
about Jonathan Lyman.

I don't get it.

Just listen, "'Roman Holiday'

"famously introduced
audience to Audrey Hepburn,

"and in keeping with the
spirit of the original,

"producers of the remake are
conducting a worldwide search

"for an unknown actress
to play the lead."

That's cool.

You just download the script
pages and submit a video.

Could you imagine
the thousands of people

that are gonna
audition for that?

Yeah, so you should
change your clothes.

What, why?

Why not?



Because I'm not an actress.

But you did "Barefoot
in the Park" last year.

That's community theater,

and that was maybe
for like 200 people.

So, this would
be an improvement.

This is crazy.

Amelia, you majored
in theater in college.

You did that web series.

You wanted to be an actress.

And then life took me
in a different direction.

Well, what if life is taking
you in another direction now?

Look, community theater in
Bend, Oregon is one thing.

A movie audition, I
could humiliate myself.

Or you could be brilliant.

Come on, let's find out.

It's 10 minutes out of your day.

What have you
really got to lose?

You're not gonna
give this up, are you?

No, I'm not.

Fine, fine.

Stop.

I can't believe I let
you talk me into this.

Relax, okay?

Just have fun with it.

Okay, okay, let's just do this.

And go.

Hi, I'm Amelia Tate, and I'm
submitting for Princess Anna.

That!

Do you see it?

She's wise but demure.

Regal but without pretension.

Bellissima.

Yes, Dominic, we
watched it four times now.

Bring her
in, she is the one.

I shall fly her to Los
Angeles for a screen test.

I like it.

Amelia Tate, got
it, on the list.

My instincts are never
wrong, right Sophia?

Mark my words, this
will be our princess.

Can you pass me the wrench?

Thank you.

Hello.

Hello, I'm trying
to reach Amelia Tate.

She's kinda busy
right, can I take a message?

Yes, this is Sophia Lombardi

from Pinnacolo
Productions in Rome.

Hold on.

Amelia, you're gonna
wanna take this.

Okay.

Hello.

Is this your first time
in Italy, Signorina Tate?

Yes, it is.

And what brings you?

I'm here to film a movie.

Really nice.

I can come back late...

Well, Philip,
this is fabulous.

Your description of the cuisine,

the atmosphere, all the details.

Makes me want to
close up shop for the day

and tour these
cafes immediately.

Well, thank you, Vivian.

Yeah, I can run it
on a long line edition.

That pays 100 euros.

100?

I spent more money on the food.

Well then, you must have
had a simply marvelous meal.

To be honest with you,

money's a little
tight right now.

Isn't it just?

Look darling, you know
I adore your writing,

but there is simply
no room in my budget

for travel logs
and short stories.

Then give me an assignment.

I'll take anything.

Have you seen "Roman Holiday"?

Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck?

No.

Well then, first of
all, you absolutely must.

Dominic D'Andrea is directing
a remake with Jonathan Lyman

and some mysterious
new discovery.

Now, they're keeping
her under wraps

until the big reveal next
week at the press conference.

You find me that actress,
secure her first interview,

and you might just
have a cover story.

So, a movie star profile?

That's not really
Vistoso's thing, is it?

Correct, and that is
why we're losing readers,

and Celebrita magazine
is picking them up.

So, we adapt.

Don't think of it as a
celebrity profile, no, no, no.

Think of it more as
investigative reporting.

Invest, I really wouldn't
even know where to start

with something like that.

Well, you already have an in.

I mean, all of Dominic's stars
stay at the Hassler Hotel.

Isn't that where you're
bartending these days?

I'm a porter, a waiter
when they're short staffed.

Well, fabulous, use your
connections at the hotel.

Go find me that actress.

Amelia Tate, Sophia
Lombardi, associate producer.

We met at your audition
in Los Angeles.

Right, yes, I remember it.

It's so nice to see you again.

She speaks Italian.

I spent the last three months

trying to learn as
much as I could.

Dominic sends his regrets.

There were obligations
at the studio.

Okay.

Let's get you settled, yes?

Yes.

So, you have dinner with
Dominic tonight at eight,

here in the hotel at Imago.

And I left the remainder
of the day free for you

to recover from the flight.

I probably should,

but I need to do
some sightseeing.

What would you like to see?

Everything.

I must stress the importance
of keeping a low profile.

No social media, no
conversations about the film.

Of course.

Till you're introduced
at the press conference

with Dominic and Mr. Lyman.

I'm doing a movie
with Jonathan Lyman.

Yes, you are, and
you will be fantastic.

Perfect timing.

Buongiorno, Sophia.

Buongiorno.

This is Signor Petruzzi,
your personal butler.

Hi.

A pleasure, Signorina.

This can't all be for me.

The Hassler Hotel wanted
to extend a proper welcome.

Filippo.

Si, Signore.

Signor Petruzzi will be on
hand for anything your require.

Sounds like you're
a good person to know.

I certainly try to be.

I guess I'm gonna just
get washed up and head out.

Shall I draw you
a bath, Signorina?

Thank you, but
I'm usually pretty good

at doing that myself,
but thank you.

Of course, just
ring the front desk

if I can be of assistance, yes?

I will, thank you.

And I'll see you

for Vespa driving lesson
tomorrow afternoon.

Yes, thank you
again for everything.

Filippo, come.

Scusi.

Kathryn, you're not
gonna believe this room.

Amelia, it's 5:30
in the morning.

I know, I'm sorry, but I
have to play it cool here,

so you're the only person
that I can freak out and call.

You have to let me a little bit.

I have a butler, a butler.

Hold on, look at this view.

Have you unpacked yet?

Right side
pocket of your suitcase.

What's this?

It's a map of Roman landmarks,

sort of like a photo
scavenger hunt.

That way, it'll be like we're
experiencing them together.

This is so sweet.

I'm gonna do this right
after I take a bath.

You have to see the
bathtub, it's Italian marble.

Okay, show me the tub.

He's just there.

Enzo, I was looking for you.

Filippo, I thought
you were off today.

I'm just covering
for a few hours.

How was your meeting?

Did you sell your story?

Yeah, no, not really.

Look, Dominic
D'Andrea, the director,

would you know him
if you saw him?

Of course.

Okay.

No.

You.

The tub!

Can I please have
Signor Petruzzi?

Enzo, Filippo, a
guest on the fifth floor

has locked herself out
with the bathtub running.

Race you upstairs.

Signorina, it was a pleasure
drawing your bath today.

Please don't make
this any more embarrassing

than it already is.

Now, if you plan on leaving
your room again today,

I would suggest turning off
all faucets before you go.

Thank you.

Hey wait, are you American?

I am, but let's keep
that between you and me.

Enzo, Filippo,
that will be all, thank you.

Signorina.

- Grazie.
- Thank you.

Thank you.

- Signorina.
- Thank you.

In the future, I
would be very happy

to draw your bath for you.

I promise you, despite all
evidence to the contrary,

I got it.

I'm sorry, thank you.

Good evening.

Filippo.

Ciao, Signora Richichi.

Buongiorno, beautiful
day, isn't it?

It is.

Ciao, Dante.

Yeah, good boy.

Well, Dante, that's
more interesting

than anything I
came up with today.

Filippo.

I hate to interrupt
a genius at work,

but if you have some tea,
I made some fresh biscuits.

That's perfect.

This genius needs a break.

Good, we'll have
it in the garden.

Hey, Dante.

Be good.

I don't know, Signora, I
think I'm just frustrated.

I've been in Italy
for about a year now,

and I figured I'd have
more to show for it.

But you're upstairs all
the time writing your novel.

I'm hopelessly blocked.

I haven't made any real
progress on my novel in months.

And the only real writing
assignment that I've had lately

is some pointless
piece of an actress

that no one's ever heard of.

Signora, I'm
starting to consider

it might be time to
pack up and go home.

You want me to tell
you want I think?

Please.

Try waking up in
the morning smiling

and say, "Oh, I wonder
what the day will bring."

Think of all the possibilities
there are out there in life

and about that story.

You know it's gonna
be a nice story

because you're writing it,
and you're my favorite writer.

That's very kind, Signora.

But one thing, you've never
read anything that I've written.

I know.

Oh, come on.

Buona sera.

Pronto.

Filippe.

Grazie mille.

Right now would
be a very good time

to stop by the restaurant.

Thank you, Enzo.

Excuse me, Signora,
I have to go meet

with a famous film director.

The European adapters
don't work in Italy.

Why?

Because we Italians
must always do things

in our own unique manner.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

Do you require anything else?

No, that's it.

Okay.

I think it's just nerves mostly.

You know, the thing
they don't tell you

about getting the
opportunity of a lifetime

is that you are so afraid
you're gonna make a mistake

because chances like this,
they don't come twice.

Signorina, I know
nothing of making films,

but Dominic D'Andrea does.

Now, he has excellent taste.

I mean, if he believes

you're the perfect
actress for this role,

what do you lose in
presuming he's right?

Why not assume
everything is wonderful?

Precisely.

You, sir, would get along
very well with my sister.

She must be very wise.

She would say so.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

Buona sera, Signor D'Andrea,
my name is Philip Hamilton.

I'm a writer for
Vistoso magazine,

Italy's largest
English-language publication.

I am familiar.

Right, of course you are.

Do you mind if I sit down, sir?

I do.

Okay, I'm more
than happy to stand.

I am very interested
in writing a profile

introducing your leading lady

of "Roman Holiday" to the world.

Now, I've been living in
Rome for about a year now,

and I feel that a
writer who has...

Grazie.

I'd very much appreciate
the consideration on this.

I would be more than
happy to supply you

with any writing samples if...

Do not negotiate
past a closed deal.

I was with Vivian
this afternoon,

and we are giving the
exclusive to Vistoso,

and, from what I've
been told, to you.

Really?

Well, that's great news.

My actress, Amelia Tate,
she's an American like yourself.

Vivian suggested you could
help put her at ease.

She's never faced
the press before.

I will certainly
do my best, sir.

Here is my discovery now.

Amelia.

Hi.

Hi.

Hi.

Hi.

Miss Tate, Philip
Hamilton, Vistoso magazine.

So you're a
porter and a reporter?

And of you promise
not to mention that,

I promise not to mention
the whole bathtub story.

Deal.

Cool.

Look at this, you're
hitting it off already.

So, my introduction
to this reporter

was as a woman who locked
herself out of her room

and then tried to
flood the hotel.

Dominic and Sophia'll
be here any minute

to give me a crash course on
how to deal with the press.

And speaking of crash,

this afternoon, I get to
learn how to ride a Vespa.

Neat.

Are you even listening?

Amelia, it's
nearly midnight here.

You really need to start
considering time zones.

You're right, I'm sorry.

Get some sleep, I miss you.

I miss you too.

You're gonna do great
tomorrow, just be yourself.

Thank you, love you.

Love you too.

Buongiorno, Amelia.

Hi!

Don't you look lovely.

Thank you, can I
get you guys anything?

Juice, espresso?

No, no, no, no, no, no.

No, we can only
stay for a moment.

Okay.

So, today is your
first interview.

Now remember,
anything that you say

about yourself or your
friends or your family

will be read by
the entire world.

So, you must exercise care.

- Okay.
- Without appearing

to be guarded.

'Cause otherwise, he may
think you're hiding something.

Just be your own
natural, delightful self.

But also vigilant and charming.

And prepared.

But not over-rehearsed.

No.

And you'll be great.

Okay.

Perfetto.

Let's go.

Filippo.

Vincent, ciao.

Celebrita magazine send me.

I'm supposed to find Dominic
D'Andrea's new leading lady?

That's interesting.

Do you mind?

So, are you on assignment?

Me?

Oh no, I'm just making
some notes on my novel.

Worked the overnight
shift, about to head home.

You know, I did see Dominic
earlier with a beautiful woman,

I think the caught a car
to Tiberino Restaurante.

On Tiber Island?

That's the one.

The traffic would be
impossible at this hour.

Well, the you better hurry.

Yes, thank you, Filippo.

Prego.

Mr. Hamilton.

Please, call me Philip.

Amelia, officially.

So, I know that we are
doing this interview,

but I really, really, really
wanna do a little sightseeing.

Is there any way
that we could both?

- Sure.
- Is that okay?

No, it's fine.

Not unprofessional?

No, no, let's go.

Gelato for breakfast,
I like your style.

It's a special occasion.

My first big interview.

Actually no, that's a lie,
the local paper in Bend

interviewed me when our
softball team won regionals.

Well then, I am honored to
land your second big interview.

So, you're originally
from Oregon?

Yes, I was born in North Bend,

and then we moved to Bend,

which, fun fact, is
north of North Bend.

And what do your parents do?

My dad was in the Coast Guard,

and my mom was in
Human Resources.

Is that what they still do?

If it's all right, I'd
like to keep my family

out of the story
as much as possible

to maintain their privacy.

I see.

Do you really pretend
not to speak English

when you're working
at the hotel?

Only around Americans.

Why?

Well, I'm a
collector of stories,

and you would be amazed what
people will say in front of you

if they think that
you don't understand.

Clever.

How did you end up here?

Same as you, I guess.

Took a chance, got on a plane.

What about you, do
you travel a lot?

Not really.

So, you performed

with a community
theater back in Oregon?

I did, I do.

Any favorite roles?

Five years ago, I played
Meg in Little Women.

Okay.

I always wanted
to play Jo though.

She's the scrappy one
who craves adventure,

but I think all Megs
secretly want to be Jos.

Look at you now, you
found your adventure.

It appears I have.

It's kind of what
I'm hoping to bring

to Princess Anna
in Roman Holiday.

Do you have a favorite scene?

Yeah, the scene
where Princess Anna,

she runs away from home and
she meets the journalist

and then they go on that
brief holiday in Rome.

You haven't seen it, have you?

I have not, no,
but I do intend to.

No wonder
Shakespeare loved Italy.

Did you ever do any Shakespeare?

I did, in college, we
did The Merchant of Venice,

and I played the
Prince of Morocco.

We were short on guys.

So, you have experience
playing royalty.

Yes, I suppose I do.

And you were in college for
three years, is that correct?

That sounds about right.

Okay look, if you don't
want to do the interview,

I wish you would just say so.

What?

You're dodging and evading.

You haven't given me a
straight answer on anything

besides the roles that
you've played on stage.

I don't think that's true.

Now, you're being evasive
about being evasive.

Philip, I've been
cast in a movie,

shouldn't the conversation

be about my prior
work experience?

Actually no, no, this is a
fluff piece about an actress

where you talk abut how
proud her mom and dad are,

and then she throws
in some happy

little unexpected detail
about your stamp collection.

Well, I'm not talking
about my parents,

and I don't collect stamps.

Well then, I don't know

what I'm supposed
to be doing here.

It doesn't sound like
you wanna be here very much

doing a fluff piece
about an actress.

Well, that might be so,

but you still don't have
to treat me like the enemy.

They told me you were.

Who did?

Dominic and
Sophia this morning.

They didn't say that
exactly like that.

I just, I'm new at this.

I don't know how to be careful
but unguarded and vigilant

and delightful all
at the same time.

Yeah, that would be
challenging for anyone.

I'm sorry, I just.

What I mean is that I have a
life and people back in Oregon,

and I booked this
movie, not them,

so I'm just trying not
to disrupt their life

any more than
absolutely necessary,

and I just, can you
appreciate that?

I can.

I want this to be a good
interview, I do, I just...

Okay, look, how 'bout this?

You promise to be candid
and honest with me.

I'll write the story, and
before I turn it in,

I'll let you read it.

Anything you're uncomfortable
with, we can discuss.

You can do that?

You know, sooner
than you'd like,

you're gonna have
very little control

over what people
write about you.

I'm here to help you introduce
yourself to the world.

If you'll allow me.

Okay.

- Okay?
- Okay.

And for the past eight years,

I've been happy just
managing a coffee shop

and doing community
theater in my hometown.

I've forgotten what it feels
like to reach for something...

Something more?

Not something more,
something unfamiliar.

It's scary.

Maybe now it's time.

Maybe.

Time, time, what time is it?

One o'clock.

We have to go, I'm gonna
be so late for my lesson.

Come on.

What lesson?

Let's try one more time.

- Okay.
- Okay?

Be gentle on the throttle,
just, that's right.

Okay.

- Steady.
- Step by step, okay?

- Slowly, slowly.
- Okay.

Let's go.

Okay, yup.

- All right.
- Okay.

That's good.

That's good.

Brava!

Quite the discovery, isn't she?

Yes, she is.

This way.

Okay.

That's really good.

That's good.

And that is it.

I did it.

- That's good.
- You did it.

So, shall we try
it with someone else?

Hop on.

No, take her.

Oh, oh no, you go.

Come on, trust me.

Okay.

Cute.

Is it?

You're so heavy.

- Okay.
- Same thing.

Wee, ooh!

Wait, where are you going?

Amelia, what do you do instead?

You were perfectly
safe the whole time.

I don't know why
you freaked out.

Well sure, you say that now,

but you didn't know at the time.

I thought you weren't
much of a risk-taker.

Well, I didn't think I was.

Filippo.

Oh brother, just follow my lead.

Okay.

I spent all day
searching for Dominic

and this mystery woman.

No luck, you haven't
seen him, have you?

No, sorry, I've been
out most of the day.

I've got a friend
visiting from college.

Vincent Viverito of
Celebrita magazine,

this is my dear
friend, Jo March.

Jo March from Massachusetts.

A pleasure to meet
you, Signorina March.

Welcome to Rome.

Thank you.

Filippo, you see
Dominic, you call me, okay?

Will do.

Okay, thank you.

Jo March, really?

You're not a Meg, you're a Jo.

See you tomorrow?

I don't know what came over me.

I just felt like I
wanted to keep driving,

so I kept driving.

Such a daredevil.

You should've
seen Philip's face.

I thought he was gonna
have a heart attack.

Philip's the reporter.

I know.

Anyway, tomorrow,
I meet my stylist.

You're getting a stylist?

Of course, I'm
getting a stylist.

Have you seen my wardrobe?

Hey, did you remember to
register for fall classes?

It's due Friday.

Amelia, stop.

This is the beginning of a new
chapter for the both of us.

You're on this grand adventure,

and I'm finally gonna be
treated like an adult.

I'm sorry, old habits.

Get some sleep, and say hi
to that cute reporter for me.

I never, I don't think
I ever said that he, cute.

Survived by her daughters,
Amelia and Kathryn.

And then I received a call

from the editor of
Celebrita magazine

furious Vistoso
landed the interview.

It really was quite satisfying.

I bet.

So, I hope you can assure me

that she's a
compelling interview.

She is.

Great.

Come on, tell me
something exciting.

Exciting?

Exciting's not the right word.

She's engaging.

She's intriguing.

Yes well, these
really aren't words

that sell newspapers,
Philip, you know?

Give me some drama,
foes vanquished,

heartache, that sort of thing.

I think that's all there.

I just, I still need to earn
her trust, she's new at this.

Well I am not,

and I need something
more than intrigue.

The blue dress was
perfect, I think.

Would you, right?

Buongiorno.

- Buongiorno.
- Ah, our American reporter.

You're just in time
for the big reveal.

Everything running smoothly?

The script is exquisite, the
production will be favoloso.

But do you know what the
secret ingredient is?

The one element that truly
determines a classic?

No, what is it?

Casting.

It all comes down

to casting.

Bellissima.

It's incredible.

Yeah, it is.

Is that the line to get in?

That's it.

You'd think for a half a
building it'd be half the wait.

You know, there's a park nearby
if you don't mind walking.

No.

Thank you.

I did some
research on you last night.

What'd you find?

Rave reviews on your performance

in "The Man Who Came to Dinner."

Oh, yeah, well hey, that
was one of my triumphs.

Also, I read about your mother.

Right.

You were 20?

21.

I took a semester off to help.

You know, take Mom to
radiation, take Kat to school.

When it was clear that I
needed to stay, I stayed.

And that's why you never
pursued a career in acting.

I had a 13-year-old sister
who lost both parents,

I needed to be there.

I'm not sure how much of
that I want in the story.

If that's okay?

We don't have to decide today.

Is that?

Signor Petruzzi!

Ah, Filippe, Signorina Tate!

What a lovely surprise.

I'm sorry, scusi,
this is my wife, Tina.

A pleasure.

Amelia.

Where are you headed?

Back to the hotel, I
have a script to study.

Ah, si, si, yes.

Have you eaten?

- No.
- No?

Well then, you must
come to the house.

We're having a small
gathering and...

Oh, no, no,

- we wouldn't want to impose.
- No, it's just family.

No, no really.

It's not imposition
if you're invited.

Come on, insist.

Yeah.

Yeah, sure, thanks,
can I help you?

Thank you very much.

So, where have you been?

Oh god, I've been everywhere.

Oh no, I don't know.

Yeah!

Filippo, bravo, 'Lippo!

So wait.

Mamma, my, my!

Grazie, grazie.

What do you say we
go play a quick game?

Let's go play a game.

Come on, let's go.

You come too.

Sure, okay.

What?

High five!

Try it?

- No.
- All right.

- I mean...
- You wanna try it again?

Don't they make a lovely couple?

The worst game I've ever seen.

I know.

Thank you for another fine day.

I feel like we didn't
get much work done.

I picked up a few things.

Will I see you tomorrow?

No, no, you are off the hook.

Cool.

Yeah, I have to work my
other job at the restaurant.

Well, I have dance rehearsal,

so all day I'm
learning to waltz.

Ah, well, good luck.

Thank you.

Goodnight, I guess.

Goodnight.

Buongiorno, Signora!

I'm a writer, I've written!

Good boy, Filippo.

I don't know what
came over me, Signora.

I just spent the
entire night writing.

I haven't done anything
like that in years.

I just suddenly saw these
new details so clearly.

It just, these twists
and these turns.

It was thrilling, Signora.

I can't stop shaking though.

I think I might've
had too much espresso.

I'm very proud of you, Filippo.

And what brought on the change?

I don't know.

I had a really good day.

- Good!
- You know what?

I need a shower and a
nap, but before I go,

Signora, what is the
most appropriate flower

for wishing someone good luck?

Ah, Filippo, let me
think on that for a second.

Daffodil, definitely daffodil.

It announces a new beginning.

New beginnings,
that's it, grazie mille.

Okay, ciao.

It's right.

Amelia, thank you.

Around.

Around.

Around.

Philip, hi.

I'm sorry.

I was just on my way
to work the lunch shift,

and I thought I'd
stop by and say hi.

Oh, well, let's
see what you got.

Okay.

Nice flowers.

Thank you.

They're for you,
daffodils, new beginnings.

Thank you.

They were supposed
to be for luck,

but it doesn't look
like you need any.

Well, for that, you can credit

Darla Smith's Dance
Academy in Bend, Oregon.

I'm sure she'll appreciate
the free advertising.

Well, I will make note.

You're not so bad yourself.

Thank you, my grandmother
made me take lessons

because she wanted a
proper dance partner

for my sister's wedding.

You learned to waltz
for your grandma?

I did.

That's the cutest
thing I've ever heard.

That is exactly how
she sold it to me too.

She said the girls
would love it.

By the way, I think
you're leading.

You're welcome.

Sorry, sorry.

I'll see you later?

Yeah, I'll let
you get back to it.

Okay.

- See you.
- Bye.

Again.

Thank you.

So, Philip says the
story will run on Tuesday,

and other outlets should
pick it up pretty quickly.

This is exciting.

Yes and no.

You know, that means four
more days of privacy only.

I tried to keep your name

out of the story as much as
possible, but I don't know,

you might have to deal
with some reporters.

Amelia, will you chill out?

If people wanna find out more
about you, why shouldn't they?

You're a fascinating person.

Stop worrying so much.

And it seems like that Philip
character you always mention

is looking out for you.

Yeah, I think he is.

And I do not
constantly mention him.

He just happens to be
around all the time working.

Stop laughing.

Kat, goodbye.

Sit, please.

Thank you.

So, I was told that you were

as a graceful as a swan
in today's rehearsal.

I had a very
patient choreographer,

but I appreciate you saying so.

That's humble, I like it.

My friend here

will take the almond granita.

That is delicious,
you will love it.

Okay.

Signore D'Andrea, I...

Dominic, please.

Dominic, I just wanted
to thank you again

for this opportunity.

I intend to make you very proud.

It was an unexpected benefit
from a delicate situation.

What do you mean?

We brought many names,

established names
to Jonathan Lyman,

but he would approve
none as his co-star.

"Roman Holiday" is more Joe's
story than the princess, no?

Why, you're asleep on the sofa
for 1/4 of the film.

Right.

But the audience,
they will adore you.

Everyone loves a princess, no?

And you'll be
beautiful on screen.

Hi, Vivian.

Your story goes
live in four days

immediately after
the press conference.

I'm aware.

And I have yet
to see one single word.

Well, I'm still sorting out

what I can include
and what I can't.

What do you mean, what we can't?

What I mean
is what would make

for the most interesting story.

Philip, you're not giving
her approval, are you?

Of course not.

Because we don't do that.

Right.

If I found out that one of
my writers did that, I would...

I understand.

No, no, no, let
me finish, please.

Fire him?

I would fire that writer.

Of course.

So, a draft tomorrow.

Not tomorrow, I still need

to interview Dominic
this afternoon.

Then you will
bring me your notes.

You know, I need some proof

that I will have a story
ready to run on Monday.

Well, Dante, looks like
we're in a bit of a mess.

You again.

You following me?

Hi.

No, I'm interviewing
Dominic and Sophia.

What about you?

I'm here to get fitted

for a special outfit for
the press conference.

By the way, my copy
of the original

"Roman Holiday" came in today.

I'm thinking about
watching it tonight.

Well, I'm excited
to see your reaction.

Well, we can watch it together
if, I mean, if you wanted.

That could be fun for the story.

So good for the story.

Okay, sure.

Leave address with
the front desk,

and I'll see you at seven?

Seven's great, sure.

I'll just go to the
market after I'm done here

and pick up a few things
to, you know, feed you.

You don't have to do that.

No, it's fine, it's easy.

I'll just throw a
couple things together.

If you're sure.

Nothing.

Yeah, okay, all right.

Well, I'll see you then.

See you.

Bye.

There you are.

Did you get everything
on the list?

Si, Signora.

Chianti?

Si, Signora.

Fresh basil?

Si, Signora.

Look, if it's not fresh,

you're gonna go right
back to the market.

It's fresh, it's fresh.

Okay.

Can I try?

Okay, of course, yeah, go.

- That's good?
- Good, yeah, right.

Good, good, good, good.

You're getting the hang of it.

A little bit more.

Okay, now these are little
pieces that we have cut.

- Okay.
- Okay?

Remember that you rolled out?

We take little things like this.

Just the right amount,

and you roll it like that.

I see.

- See?
- Okay.

- You go ahead.
- Okay.

Now, not too big.

Two.

Three.

Roll it over, good,
good, good, good, good.

There you go.

You get the air
come out, perfect.

Not too close, okay?

They have to be squares
and not rectangles.

Yeah, good.

Perfect.

- Look at that.
- There you go!

Good.

Filippo, remember
to open the Chianti.

It needs to breathe.

Yeah, it's open.

She's gonna be
here any minute.

Hey, Dante.

Come here, kitty, come here.

I think this is the best
ravioli I've ever had.

Really?

I'm glad you like it.

It's the fresh tomatoes.

Hey, Dante.

Where'd you find Dante?

When I first moved
into this place,

I heard some meowing outside,
so I opened the door to check

and Dante just walked right
in and made himself at home.

I put posters up all
over the neighborhood,

but no one claimed him.

Because he claimed you.

I guess you're right.

So Amelia, tell me,
I understand your father was a sailor.

Sort of, he was
in the Coast Guard.

My first big love
was a sailor.

I thought your
husband was a butcher.

Mr. Richichi was my third
big love, my third husband,

and if there's a
fourth, you never know.

What about your second?

That's another story.

So, what'd you think?

It was good.

I thought it was a good movie.

Are you crying?

No, I'm not crying.

Anyway, can I make
you an espresso?

I'd offer you a cappuccino,

but I have no idea how
to make one of those.

Oh well, luckily, you
know a professional.

New froth.

And then, you have

cappuccino.

Ecco.

So, I'm still waiting

for your review of
"Roman Holiday."

Okay, I liked it, I loved it.

It was a great movie.

I just, I didn't expect
such a downer ending.

What?

But that's, that's
the whole reason

that Anna's holiday
is rare and special.

They couldn't ever
actually be together.

It was never meant to last.

Yeah, I get that.

It's just, it was
kind of a downer.

Actually, you know, the
movie that we're doing,

originally, Dominic
wanted to change it.

He wanted to surprise the
audience with a happy ending.

Thank God we are
sticking to the original.

So, that's your preference?

Yeah.

Just because it ends doesn't
mean it's not a love story.

That's true.

Does your book have romance?

Maybe.

Does it end happily?

Time will tell.

Until lately, I've
been pretty stuck.

Stuck on what?

I don't know.

Well, there has been
marked improvement lately.

What changed?

I sort of just gave
myself permission

to see what the day would bring,

to just be open to
new possibilities,

and then things just
started happening, you know?

Apparently, it's not
always a bad idea

to divert from the path.

I know what you mean.

Before I graduated,

I was accepted into a performing
arts program in London,

and that's the exact path

I would've chosen
for myself, 100%,

but then everything
that happened happened,

and I spent so long, years
just wondering, "What if?"

You know, and I don't know,

everything would've
been so different.

I wouldn't have the
amazing relationship

that I have with my sister,

and you know, I wouldn't
be here right now.

And are you happy right now?

Yeah, I'm pretty
happy right now.

So,

can I read your book?

Yeah, yeah.

Hold on.

Okay, okay, okay.

The first 73 pages.

Now, you're its first audience,
so you need to be forgiving.

I know the feeling.

"Rome in Love."

Working title.

I like it.

Good evening, gentlemen.

Do you need a car, Signore.

No, thank you.

Do you work for the hotel?

No sir, all private companies.

So, you collect your own fares?

Yeah.

Have any of you
recently had a fare

that was charged to
Pinnacolo Productions?

Yes, sir, an American woman.

So, tell me
everything you remember.

Okay.

Okay.

Pronto.

Well, well, well,
the infamous Philip.

This is Kathryn Tate.

Well, that was fast.

I know, I'm up way too late.

So, you're looking for
some Amelia stories.

Well, my friend, you've
come to the right place.

Tito knew he should
answer the knock.

The life he prayed for was
waiting on his doorstep.

All he had to do was
open the door, and yet.

Hmm, and yet what?

That's all he wrote.

No, no, no, does
Tito open the door?

I don't know!

Get Filippo on
the phone, ask him.

Do you see why
I got no sleep last night?

Filippo must finish this book.

- I know he...
- You will see him today?

No, tomorrow.

Today, I have a photo shoot.

I'm gonna see myself
as a princess.

Ah, you are beautiful.

Yeah, that's what
they've been telling me.

Okay, so when she
had to leave school

and forgo the move to Europe.

I don't know what you mean.

The training program in London.

Amelia was accepted
to school in London?

You know what, I might
have my details mixed up.

No.

I don't think you do.

I'm seeing a bit of
tension in your jaw.

Can you relax your face a bit.

Okay, wonderful.

Your face, over here.

Number four.

Getting her to
take a few pictures.

Let's try to loosen
up the face a bit.

Okay.

Could we stop for a moment?

Okay.

So, how were we today?

I'm okay, bit of a
headache, but I'll be fine.

And what else?

Nerves probably.

And what else?

Nothing.

I see.

I don't think he meant
anything by it, but...

What did Dominic say?

Signor D'Andrea.

Excuse me.

- Si.
- A word.

Grazie.

Amelia.

Signor, I've been thinking

about what you
said the other day,

and I was afraid to say anything

because I didn't
want you thinking

that I was just another
actor with a big ego.

- Not at all...
- Please.

We're telling a love story,

and from what I understand, a
love story involves two people

standing on equal footing.

- I agree.
- Right.

But Princess Anna is
the heart of this story,

and I want to do that justice.

I'm sorry if you think
that I shouldn't be

or I'm stepping out of
line, but I just, I needed...

I appreciate your
candor, Signorina Tate.

Shall we get back to work?

Yeah.

Sure.

Amelia, we do not apologize

for insisting that our
work be respected, okay?

Be still my beating heart.

Word count?

Just shy of 1,600 words.

Sourced.

Her sister, two co-workers,
a college classmate,

and her high school
drama teacher,

and there's already a
digital copy in your inbox.

Fabulous.

For goodness sake, Philip,
it's not a sacred relic.

I have one more
appointment with her tomorrow

to do some last-minute
fact checking.

If you wouldn't mind
just holding off

on the final edit
until I do that.

Is it awful?

What?

No.

Because your behavior suggests

that it was really
quite terrible.

It's a very good piece
of writing, if I do say so.

Then why so morose?

It's just that I know how
much she values her privacy,

and I can't help but feel

like we're the people
putting an end to it.

Oh no, no, no, no, dear boy.

We are the people helping

to promote a major
theatrical release

in which she chose to
take a starring role.

You're right.

But news sensitivity
is encouraging.

That's very kind of
you to say, Vivian.

Oh, no, it's the truth.

I do not give unearned
praise, I'm British.

So, final draft at 6:00 p.m.

Amelia.

Signore D'Andrea.

Did we have an appointment?

We did not.

Please.

Hey.

You see, when a
man has been a fool,

it is best to let him face it.

Amelia, I fear that I
have led you to believe

that I think your performance,
your abilities, your craft

are less than essential.

Forgive me.

We need you in this,
this film, we need you.

Thank you.

Her?

Si, Signor.

The star of "Roman
Holiday" is Jo March.

Good morning, Vivian.

Well, it's fantastic.

What is?

Well, the Amelia
Tate story, of course.

You have crafted
a hero's journey,

no, no, better than that,
a heroine's journey.

You were right about her.

She is intriguing, exciting.

I mean, giving everything
up for her sister.

All that stuff about
her serving coffee

just to make ends meet.

Yeah, she's something
else, isn't she?

I'll get an intern
to fact check.

No.

What I mean is
that's not necessary

because I already
have an appointment

with her in a few hours.

Enjoy your Sunday, hmm?

Celebrate your success.

Don't you look at me like that.

I'm gonna show it
to her tonight.

She's gonna read it,
she's gonna understand.

She's gonna sign off
on the whole thing.

Good morning.

Good morning.

That's an adorable car.

It's a rental.

I figured it would be nice

to get out of the
city for the day.

Where are we going?

First stop, best view in Rome.

Okay.

So, I'm hesitant to ask...

What took you so long?

I thought you were gonna
bring it up in the car.

I'm not gonna bring it up
if you don't bring it up.

Philip, your book is amazing.

I read it all in one sitting,

and then I reread my
favorite parts to Petruzzi,

which I realized I did
not ask permission for,

and for that, I apologize.

No, that's fine,
I'm just surprised.

I didn't think you'd
like it that much.

I did, I loved
it, and so did he.

Do you mind if we talk about
the story for a minute?

Your story about me?

Yeah.

Can we wait until we
get back to the city?

It's so nice just
to be checked out

with a friend for a minute.

Sure.

You ready for the next stop?

Sure.

Signora Daniels.

Vincent Viverito, I
thought I smelled cheap cologne.

Amelia Tate, works in
a little coffee shop,

does amateur theater.

Well, well, well.

Someone's learned to google.

Your story runs Tuesday.

Mine will be online
in the next hour.

Just look at you.

Enjoy your desert.

One moment.

Dominic, hi, it's
Vivian Daniels.

Listen, if you want our
exclusive to remain exclusive,

we have to run right away.

Do you have any service?

No, no, not even a bar.

We probably won't have any
until we get back in the city.

That is fine.

Thank you.

Grazie.

So, there aren't any menus?

No menus, whatever the
family makes for dinner

is what we're eating.

How'd you find this place?

Well, when I first
moved to Italy,

I would travel to
these little villages,

and I would just ask people

to show me their
favorite place to eat.

Smart.

Every travel piece
that I have ever written

can be summed up
as, ask a local.

That is so true.

If you ever come to Bend, I'm
gonna take you to this place

that serves peanut butter tacos.

They're a lot better
than they sound.

I'll defer to the
local on that one.

So, do you see yourself
going back to Oregon?

As opposed to what?

Hollywood.

That's where all the
movie stars live.

Did they not tell you that?

Shut up.

What about you?

Think you'll stay in Rome

once your novel
becomes a best-seller?

That's a good question.

This whole idea of just seeing
what they day will bring,

I think I'm gonna keep
rolling with that for a while.

It's given me a lot
to be grateful for.

Sweet.

Listen, Amelia, when
you read the article...

No, please, we
have the whole ride

back to the city for that.

This is so perfect, please.

Okay.

Thank you.

Have you practiced
your waltz today?

- No.
- Come on.

Come on.

Are you gonna let
me lead this time?

This isn't a waltz.

I think you might be right.

So, am I gonna see you

once the story's published?

I hope so.

I know how busy you're gonna be,

but you're more than
welcome to stop by

and make me a perfect
cappuccino whenever you want.

Oh, can I?

Well, now that we're back,

I did bring a copy of the
story for you to read.

Should I be worried?

No.

No, it's just, in the same way

that you find out about
the best restaurants

by talking to a local,
you find out about...

What's going on at the hotel?

I don't know.

You know what,

I bet Jonathan
Lyman just arrived.

Ah, yeah, that could be it.

But why don't I drive
around back just to be safe?

No, no, I'll get out
here, I'll get us a table.

You get a parking spot, and
then we'll go over the story.

Are you sure?

It'll just take a second.

Yeah, it's not like
they're waiting for me.

It won't take long.

- It's fine.
- Are you sure?

Yeah, I'm already here.

Rome.

- Signorina Tate!
- Miss Tate!

Signorina Tate!

Signorina Tate!

Signorina Tate!

Mm, thank you, but I'm okay.

I was just startled.

I don't know how that happened.

Celebrita magazine,
it had to be them.

They were offering bribes
to the hotel staff.

Oh, is this what
it's gonna be like?

The best thing you can do
is just refuse to engage them.

Well, Filippo, your story

certainly found an
enthusiastic audience,

but next time, a little
bit more warning, yes?

I mean, there are
protocols here.

Oh no, Signor, my article
doesn't run until Tuesday.

No, I read it a few hours ago.

It's actually very good.

You released your story.

No, no, no, I was with you.

I have no idea what's happening.

You said that I
could read it first

and that we would discuss it.

Yeah, I...

You said I could trust you.

You could and you can.

What did you say?

What did I say?

All of the, how
could you do this?

Amelia, I am so sorry, but I...

You knew I had a sister.

I gotta go.

Wait.

You know, Signorina,
forgive me, but you know,

he truly captured your
essence in this profile.

It is written with
admiration and affection.

Thank you.

It's not the point.

We were supposed to agree

on what information
would be shared.

I trusted him more
than I should,

more than I meant to.

I just feel so
betrayed, you know?

Understood.

Can I get you anything else?

No, thank you, you're very kind.

Oh, come on, Kathryn.

Door is open.

Filippo, Filippo.

Oh, I didn't know.

Signora, what's wrong?

Your words, her
life, so much beauty,

so much tragedy, so much love.

You read the article.

Yes, I did, and
I was overwhelmed.

Thank you.

But I betrayed her trust.

But Filippo, there
were so many things

that happened
beyond your control.

They were never in my control,

and I should've told her so.

She will forgive you.

And if she can't?

I saw the look and the gestures

between the two of
you at dinner, hmm?

If a man ever looked
at me like that,

I think I will have found my
love number four.

Amelia's heart is hurting,
but hearts can be mended.

So, give her time.

No, give her flowers.

Give her hyacinths and
lily of the valley.

Noted.

Your butler's kinda cute.

Kathryn!

What, how did, what is going on?

You should know I could
only afford a one-way ticket.

Oh my.

I have no idea how
I'm getting home.

I missed you.

What are you doing here?

I answered questions
for Philip's profile,

and it all seemed
a little intense,

so I thought I'd be
here to support you.

But then the story
dropped early,

and when I got off
a 15-hour flight,

you were internet famous.

My taxi driver

said you were an inspiration.

Hold on, Philip contacted you?

I'm pretty easy to find,
Facebook, Insta, Twitter.

He didn't ask my
permission to do that.

Amelia, I wanted
to talk about you,

about our family,
our relationship.

I'm proud of our story.

Aren't you?

Of course, I am.

Why would you even ask me that?

Why didn't you tell me

you got the chance
to study in London?

I never wanted you to feel

like I gave something
up to come home.

Of course you did,
you gave up everything.

No, I didn't.

None of that stuff
was meant to happen.

Being there for you and
growing up with you,

that's the most important thing
I've ever done in my life.

There's nothing, not one thing,

that would have been better
or would have made me happier.

God, I'm gonna cry.

Please don't cry,
no, no, no, no.

If you cry, then I'm gonna cry,

and I think I have to be
ready in like two hours

for this press conference.

Before you do, I
need you to hear this.

What you did for me,
it's extraordinary.

And there are so many people

who have to be there
for their families

when the worst happens,

and they're not celebrated
like they should be.

When they read this story,

the one that you're super
mad about right now,

they're gonna feel seen,

and they're gonna know
that wonderful things

can happen for them too.

That's why I wanted
everyone to hear about you.

When did you get so wise?

Now, you be a
good boy and behave, okay?

You know that
there's no guarantee

that she'll even talk to me.

There's no such thing
as guarantee in life,

what a silly thing to ask for.

That's true.

Now, you go to her and you
tell her that she's beautiful.

Okay.

No, no, wait a minute.

Tell her that she's magnificent.

And then tell her
the three words

that every woman hopes
a man will say to her.

And those would be?

"I was wrong."

He's a good boy.

I ordered room service
while you were in the shower.

Okay.

Buongiorno, Amelia.

Sophia, hi.

Hello, come in.

Your gown squad has arrived.

Cool.

Buongiorno.

- Hi.
- Buongiorno.

- Buongiorno.
- Buongiorno.

Hi, hi, come in.

Oh my god, this is so cool.

This is Sophia Lombardi.

She's one of our associate
producers on the film.

This is my sister Kat, she
flew in to surprise me.

Kathryn, your comments

about Amelia in
Vistoso, so heartfelt.

Thank you.

I should probably read it.

You still haven't read it?

Amelia darling,

we really must get
you into makeup now.

Okay, sure.

I'll get it.

Hi, I'm looking for Amelia Tate.

Who is it?

I'm sorry, my manners,
I'm Jonathan Lyman.

Hey.

Jonathon, hi, it's so
nice to see you again.

It's good to see you too.

Seems a lot has changed
since our screen test.

That's an understatement.

I've just been
reading all about you.

Yeah, well, I'm
getting that a lot today.

See, now I understand
what people mean

when they say they feel
like they know me already.

And don't get me wrong,

I know that I have so much
more to learn about you,

but wow, the Vistoso story
was such a great preview.

Thank you, I am flattered.

Okay, I need to know the truth.

Did you really steal the
Vespa from your training

and take it on a joy ride?

I didn't steal it so much

as expanded the training
course a little bit.

You see, Sophia?

This is exactly
why I told Dominic

that I wanted my co-star to
be an undiscovered talent.

Because I want the audiences
to feel the same way they did

seeing Audrey Hepburn
for the first time,

just witnessing
that raw emotion,

witnessing the arrival of
somebody new and amazing.

And that's you, Amelia.

I have been fielding emails

and phone calls
since last night.

They're quite complimentary.

That's nice.

Is she speaking to you yet?

Like you said,
it's not important.

Of course, I said that.

Now, now, I'm invested.

Signora Richichi,
what are you doing here?

I had to find out how it ended.

How did you get in?

Pure charm.

I'm nervous.

Amelia, I know all
of this is a lot,

it is, trust me, I
was here years ago.

And the trick, if there is one,

is just continue to
surround yourself

with people who see
through everything,

past it all to who you are
and who you've always been.

That's what real,
that's what matters.

I mean, the rest of all this,
this is just playing pretend.

Okay, you ready?

I'm actually gonna
do one final check,

and I'll meet you down there.

Okay.

Okay, thank you.

That man is
ridiculously charming.

Right.

Okay.

Kathryn!

Kat, I think there's
something wrong with the door.

You're going to
get asked questions

about the article at
the press conference.

I've left a copy
of it by the sink,

and I'm not opening the
door until you've read it.

Kathryn, this isn't a joke.

I need to be down there.

If you're going to
insist on being mad at him,

then you should at least know
what you're so mad about.

Oh no, they're coming right now.

Good afternoon,
ladies and gentlemen.

Thank you for joining
us for today's event.

We will be welcoming

the creative team
momentarily, thank you.

Did you finish?

I finished.

And you get it?

I get it.

Good 'cause they've sent
your butler to retrieve you.

Are you ready, Signorina?

Yeah.

What drew me to "Roman Holiday"?

I love that it's
unabashedly romantic.

Those are the movies
that I grew up with,

and they taught me
how to be a gentleman,

the rituals of courtship,

and I still think that those
stories have a place today.

Centro.

Jennifer Leeds for Sunrise USA.

Amelia, what's been your favorite thing
about Rome so far?

Well, the food, for one.

The people.

The people I've met in Rome

are some of the kindest
that I've ever met.

So, do as the Romans do because
they are doing it right.

Thank you.

Good answer.

Back row.

Philip Hamilton, Vistoso.

Ciao, Filippo.

Dominic, I was wondering
if there's any truth

to the rumor that you'd
considered changing the ending?

Let the couple stay together?

No, no, no, no, no,
no, no, we would never.

If I could add to that?

This story that we're
telling in this film

is about two people who meet
in extraordinary circumstances,

and they feel the spark
of something wonderful,

and they bring out the
best in each other,

but ultimately, it's
not meant to be.

Thank you.

Okay, we have time for one more.

Si.

So, you're the writer.

How would you change the ending?

Well, this journalist character,

it sounds like he made some
promises that he couldn't keep.

So, we should probably
begin with an apology.

It's a good start.

Amelia, I just wanted the world

to see you the way that I do,

to know how remarkable you are,

and the sacrifices
that you have made.

I think you are so brave and
stunning and funny and kind,

and yeah, I agree that
there's some beauty

in a story about two people

that aren't meant to be
together, but in life,

I wanna fight for
a happy ending.

I wanna be the happy
ending that you deserve,

and you are magnificent.

And I was wrong.

How were you wrong?

I'm not entirely sure,

but I was specifically
advised to tell you that.

It wasn't your fault.

You didn't know the
story was running,

and you did your
best to protect me.

It was a beautiful story.

It was easy.

You inspired me,

and I got to introduce
the world to Amelia Tate.

Sorry, these are for you.

Thank you.

Look, Philip, this feels like
a once-in-a-lifetime chance,

and I don't know
how it happened.

I mean, I can't believe it,

and I don't really
know what I'm doing.

Amelia, you are going to
be amazing in this movie.

I'm not talking about the movie.

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