An Unknown Enemy (2018–…): Season 1, Episode 3 - A la calle - full transcript
Inspired by real events and references
historical events and public figures.
People, incidents, locations
and dialogue are fictional
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Any resemblance to historical events
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AN UNKNOWN ENEMY
Which one?
Weren't you supposed to know?
Fuck it. All of them, right?
Good.
Very good.
What the hell?
Toña!
Toña! The water!
Toña!
Toña.
There's no water.
- There's none in the kitchen.
- This dirty tablecloth needs washing.
Please ask the neighbors
if they have water.
- Right, ma'am.
- Please.
- What's happening?
- She's going!
They said they'd come hours ago.
It's the whole block.
We had to go to each house.
- Come in.
- Thank you.
Please take us to the kitchen.
- Follow me.
- Thanks.
Excuse me, could I use the bathroom?
I really have to go.
It's here under the stairs.
- Thanks.
- Come in here.
Come in, please.
I'd like to talk to you
about something personal.
Nothing related to
the office of the presidency.
You and I want exactly the same thing.
A quick and peaceful solution
to the student conflict.
My opinion about the conflict
and the government's role is very clear.
Yes, I know.
And it's precisely what we have in common.
We can't allow it to escalate.
Corona del Rosal is capable
of using violence
against students in the street
at any time.
Just to satisfy the President.
But you and I could go ahead
and resolve this with a conversation.
The government went too far.
Bazookas, for God's sake!
Things got out of control.
That's why I'm asking you to work with me.
Let's get things straight, sir.
You want the presidency,
and I respect that.
But my priority
is to keep the institution safe.
I understand. I'm willing to help
and support you with that.
But for now, we could work
together to find a solution.
Negotiate.
Without violence.
As the Dean, I can talk to the students.
But the CNH will do what it wants.
He really waited
before revealing his cards.
Better.
Now we know his intentions,
we know what to do.
If he really...
wants to negotiate,
we can stir up the students
even more beforehand.
It's a possibility.
Or we could do nothing.
Excuse me?
If Martínez Manatou is soft
and wants dialogue,
and Corona del Rosal
uses force to silence them,
all we need to do
is find the best place for us.
And let them fight it out.
If we manage to get people out protesting,
the Regent will have less control
and it'll be harder to negotiate.
Very interesting, Major.
Yes, hello? Of course. Let me know.
That should be your chair.
You fix the problems.
Don't forget.
You're going to make him president...
so that later it'll be your turn.
Excuse me, Major.
Of course.
- Excuse me, Mr. Secretary.
- Leave me the tape.
You know it was a mistake, right?
The riot police.
It was too much, Gustavo.
The San Ildefonso thing will only
ruin the government's image,
and yours.
I'd deny it if asked in a trial.
But you're right, it was too much.
I know you aren't doing this alone,
but you must control your cabinet.
My cabinet is going crazy, Jesús.
They only think about the succession.
I'm alone.
Those bastards couldn't even wait
until after the Olympics.
This issue with the students...
Neither Manatou,
Corona or Echeverría
are trying to fix it.
Nobody is capable!
One of those is supposed
to be my successor.
I don't envy you at all.
Seriously, look at my options.
It should be you.
I'm serious.
Article 82, Gustavo.
Laws aren't written in stone.
They can be changed.
I know, I'm an attorney too.
But it's not going to happen.
But don't worry, I'm on the party's side.
I'll always be here.
Oh, by the way...
Congratulations!
I didn't just come to complain.
You're going to the party, right?
I didn't want to,
but Lupita insisted on celebrating. Why?
Come on, open it.
Nice!
Turn it around.
Wow!
Why did your father have to be Spanish?
If Reyes Heroles was born here,
you'd be the next president.
We finally have a good proposal
for our petition. Look.
What's up now?
It's the same as our first ten versions.
It doesn't reflect our message.
It doesn't have balls.
We've worked
on that fucking thing all night.
If you really want it to have balls,
write this,
"We demand
that the government, the police,
and my parents let us do
whatever the fuck we want.
Sincerely, the students."
Very funny.
Beto, let's concentrate because
the committee still has to review this.
I know. The Dean marched
with us the other day, right?
The teachers are on our side.
What we need is people.
We can't just write something short.
- We need something longer.
- We've hardly talked to the other schools.
Just write anything for now.
Let's stop.
What about pamphlets
for the march on the 13th?
Good. We've given them all out.
Donations?
You're such a pain.
I'm saying it's all okay.
People on the street
are cooperating. Look.
Get some for the taxi.
Don't touch it, it's for the CNH.
- "It's for the CNH."
- I'll be back.
There he is.
That hair?
You see?
Shall we get a beer?
- Sure.
- Let's go.
Let's go then.
Wait, wait! Everything hurts.
Sons of bitches.
It was done quickly.
Some students in there had it much worse.
I suppose they need to clean their image.
After the Dean's speech,
they need to calm things down.
Better for you.
Even in Guadalajara,
they'll be watching you.
Can't we go someplace else?
The CNH Strike Council
is happening here.
They've invited me.
Look,
how long have we talked
about changing things?
This isn't just about students.
It's for all of us.
I want us
to be able to go out without fear.
That's why we have to take part
now that people are mobilizing.
They must be delighted to have you.
Jalisco's hero.
Your boss has said great things about you.
Thank you.
I'm honored that Dr. Legorreta
let me work on your case.
Soon this boy will be presiding
from the Supreme Court, you'll see.
It's a good job he's on our side then.
I took the liberty of starting to review
the contracts and the expert reports.
I think we have a solid defense
if they review the legal rulings.
I told you he was the best.
From now on,
you'll be part of Saldaña's team.
They're working on the proposal.
I also wanted to have
this meeting with you today
to introduce you, on a different topic.
I'd like you to help coordinate a meeting
between Mr. Garza and your dad.
We'd love to get his opinion
on a couple of things.
Okay, yes.
Let me see what I can do, sir.
Perfect, thank you very much.
Well, nice to meet you.
If you're ever in Monterrey,
call me and we'll take care of you.
Thank you.
- Have a good day.
- Thank you.
I don't know how you got to this shit.
I tried to include all the petitions.
We can improve it after.
That's wrong.
We have to be accurate now.
The more specific our petitions,
the more we'll connect with people.
Remember it's not only for
students or the government.
We need to unite the working class,
farmers, everyone.
It's not just here.
They killed students in Tabasco.
They beat teachers in San Luis.
We must unite our voices,
speak to everyone...
I think we can do that
with nine or ten points.
Less. Half.
We need to be specific
so we can talk to other schools.
Don't be a fucking a liar.
If you want to unite voices,
you should consider us too, right?
Real students will always be welcome.
When FNET stops receiving
government money and being moles
- they'll be welcome.
- Give me names, bastard.
Why?
- You know who the moles are.
- David.
Wait.
Right, Rubén?
What do you know, fag?
Relax, relax.
Only what they say about you in jail.
Go fuck yourselves, fags!
Better fag than traitor!
Fucking moles.
Sorry, Mr. Secretary.
- I thought it was empty.
- No problem.
I came to hide from everyone,
but I left my wife in charge.
She's much better at parties than me.
I understand perfectly.
I had to hide to do this.
If my wife sees me smoking,
she'll kill me.
- Go ahead. I'll keep your secret.
- Very kind.
I was surprised
the president wanted
to celebrate his name day.
- Given the way things are.
- Tense.
There are solutions,
but we need a consensus.
Yes, sir.
We can only fix this together.
I was just thinking about that.
Wouldn't it be better...
to arrange another meeting between
Barros Sierra and the president?
Speak directly to the Dean
without middlemen.
Maybe, but now we need to concentrate
on giving an answer to their petitions.
Between us, Emilio,
if we agree to all their requests,
do you really think
the students would calm down? I don't.
Sooner or later,
the CNH will have its own life.
Well, we'll see about that.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
Be careful, please.
Interesting.
Russian.
I'm not surprised they're spying on me.
Thank you for everything you've done.
I was surprised
that you looked to us for these things.
Why didn't you go to Major Barrientos?
- That would have been logical.
- Please!
He would have planted three more bugs
while looking for that one.
Yes.
We know what you're doing.
We know you're interested
in becoming President.
We can help.
But we have to keep communications open.
And we need to know
that we share
the same political interests.
I'll make sure in the future
our work together will go smoothly.
Very good.
Look, it's better
to have allies like ourselves.
It's easy to judge
and write from over there,
without getting your hands dirty.
Are you saying the country's perfect
and it's best not to...
No, I'm not saying that.
Mexico isn't perfect.
We have a lot to learn,
a lot to change,
but let's be objective. It's not Brazil!
As far as I know, it's not Paraguay!
We have no military dictator.
- Or is there?
- Elena, Elena!
You sound like
a paid politician's speech, really!
What about the projects they commissioned
from you for the Olympics?
- What's that got to do with it?
- What do you mean? Who's paying?
- People, with their taxes.
- The people?
What about your trip to Europe?
Did you pay with money
from your beloved government?
- I paid it with hard work.
- Yes?
Oh, he's alive.
- What a surprise!
- He woke up when we said "government"!
Are you smiling
because you also love your government?
- Our government.
- No, no.
This government doesn't represent me.
Even though we act like you aren't here,
we know who you are.
- Relax, Marco.
- What?
It's not every day we have
an officer of the dictatorship so close.
Enough.
I want to ask your opinion
about the awful treatment
of the government...
- Enough!
- Let's change the subject.
Have you tried this marvelous wine?
Let me see.
It's hard to talk
about murderers and torturers.
I don't know. I've only heard
about that on your TV show.
Really?
I thought you didn't understand it.
I'm going to have to ask you to leave.
- Elena...
- Get out!
Good night.
Yes, it's good.
Right? Cheers!
Cheers.
I thought three times about inviting him.
- Look how he behaved.
- Don't worry.
He's harmless.
Are you still upset?
Very.
Hey.
How can I...
thank you for defending me?
Like this.
Why don't you ask your dad for help?
He could fix it.
Don't scare me, Mom.
He'd want to throw them in the garbage.
Look, if I manage it,
we'll know if I'm his son
or the milkman's.
You're so rude, Armando.
Who bought you those speakers?
Do you know them?
Yes, but I've never heard them.
Hold on then, you'll see
how great they are.
Here, put these on.
Let's see.
Ready?
This song is great.
I told you!
Where do you get the money
for all those records?
I almost never buy them.
Alfredo gives me them after he's listened.
You should see his collection.
Do you ever talk to Alfredo about his dad?
About the things his dad says?
Like what?
Does he tell you
what he says about the country?
His dad is the president.
He must say something about it.
Of course not! He hates politics.
He likes music.
Could you not talk to him?
Tell him to ask
what he thinks of his people.
To get an idea
about who the next president might be.
Just to know.
Are you asking me to tell my friend
to spy on his dad, the president?
- No!
- No?
No!
I'm just saying you could use
that relationship to help your dad.
No, Mom. I'm not getting involved
and I won't involve my friend either.
If you want to me to be Dad's secret
police, you'll have to look elsewhere.
Listen to them! They have all the answers.
They know who the next president will be.
See you later, Mom.
I'm going to take you to The Cardenal
to eat something different.
Some Motulean eggs or something.
But,
there's something I don't get.
Why didn't you
ask your friend, Fidel Castro, for advice,
instead of me?
Excuse me?
Look.
You asked for our opinion
about Díaz Ordaz's successor, right?
- Yes.
- And I gave you our opinion.
But you don't really seem to care.
- I don't understand what you mean.
- Yes, you do.
- I'm just doing my job.
- Me too.
But we don't like this atmosphere.
And we don't like who causes it either.
Neither the revolutionaries,
nor the communists, nor the spies.
Unless you control them.
Be very careful.
You know what it means
to have us on your side.
But you can't imagine
what it means to have
the Agency against you.
Good afternoon, Major.
How's it going?
Lots of movement.
They elected leaders for the CNH.
What about the march on the 13th?
There are lots of pamphlets.
- We're doing well.
- We?
Are the pamphlets reaching people
or ending up in the UNAM trash?
We must make sure that march
is attended by a lot of people.
I wanted to ask.
What?
David Alba.
He has lots of influence.
But he makes lots of noise.
He might cause problems.
It might be a good idea
to scare him a bit.
Scare him a bit?
Like Antonio?
Do you think David Alba
got out of jail by coincidence?
No, I got him out. I need you
to have a real leader to guide you.
Did you not like him outshining you?
It's not about that.
At all. I just want to know
how to treat him
and what my place at the council is.
Beto,
your place at the council
is to be my eyes and ears.
And you will do whatever I tell you to do.
Right? I told you.
Stick with him, become his friend.
One way or another.
If you have to blow him, blow him. Got it?
Right, it's getting late.
Later, we have to do your homework.
Excuse me.
What happened?
Lots of people in line.
I bought everything.
Thanks.
Sure you don't have to go to the office?
I love watching this.
Coming soon to your favorite theater,
the comedy we've all been waiting for,
finally on the silver screen.
Fernando, this isn't for kids.
Romeo against Juliet.
Cheers to life!
- Here's to us.
- Cheers!
Romeo against Juliet.
What movies are at the other theater?
Planet of the Apes, I think,
but I'm not sure.
If we go down here,
we'll be at the main square at six.
I don't think so.
It depends on the turn out.
If there are as many people as we want,
it'll be 8 or 9 pm.
More or less.
- Want some?
- We could camp at the main square.
Do you think they'll let us camp there?
We're not going to ask.
The riot police won't ask
before they beat the shit out of us.
- Stop, Joaquín.
- I don't want anyone in jail.
Well...
- We'll do that then?
- Yes.
- Let everyone know the route.
- Okay.
We'll take our tents,
and we'll set up camp there.
I'm not saying it's a bad idea.
But the way things are, it's impossible.
We'll figure it out later.
Can I have one?
Thanks.
You think a lot of people will come?
I don't know.
I have an idea that might help us.
What school are you in?
- What school?
- Political science.
Did you go to the Hemiciclo?
Yes, I'm at San Ildefonso too.
Chaos.
We needed more organization,
a leader.
What's your idea then?
My uncle works at STIC.
What's that?
The union of people
who work in the cinema.
He's a projectionist.
What do you suggest?
Imagine our pamphlet on a huge screen.
Everyone goes to the movies, right?
Hi, Marco.
What's up?
Nothing, stay there.
- Everything okay?
- Yes, stay there!
Sit down.
Do your wife and children watch your show?
Never mind.
I do. And this is what you'll say tonight.
Don't change a word.
Dry yourself, you're dripping.
Very good.
You did well.
Interior gave permission, right?
Of course!
- It's what we agreed.
- Very good.
I don't think they'll show it.
That's enough, thank you.
Ready, in five.
It's hot.
Let's wait.
It seems like
we're always in winter, right?
Colonel,
I need the KGB's support.
Problems?
No, everything's fine.
An extra would be good,
in case a copy gets lost
and appears in the news.
We're ready.
Three, two...
Good evening, viewers.
Today, on Culture a la Carte,
I'd like to talk about an important event
that requires the support of our citizens.
Look! There it is!
AUGUST 13TH
EVERYONE TO THE STREETS!
I appreciate the invitation
from the union.
I'd like to talk
about the regrettable fact
that a group of troublemakers
planned to attack the peace,
order and stability in this country.
UNITE AGAINST REPRESSION
Get that out of there. How do you do it?
Why did you do this without permission?
Who else has a copy?
Nobody, but that's why
I should get something extra.
- Let this stay between us.
- I should've thought of that.
It's only fair.
We can't let these enemies of our nation
continue to affect
our values and our young people.
What do you need, Major?
For now, a helicopter,
and untraceable weapons.
This city's government promises
to arrest the perpetrators
and find who's responsible
to the fullest extent of the law.
Did you hear? Now we're instigators.
He even called us the enemy.
Remember this city's government
is always with the working class.
This time they'll hear us.
We are sick of it!
We're sick of it!
To the streets!
What will you do for us this time?
For the time being, this.
For the time being.
The Student March will happen August 13th.
An unprecedented event,
that we as a society
have to support. Why?
Because it's about our youth.
- Wait!
- Here's your extra!
A large student march,
in this case it was an orderly protest,
well organized.
Adela! The door!
We said that this would
never happen in Mexico.
But unfortunately, it did.
Hi, Enrique, what a surprise!
Good evening, ma'am.
Good evening. Come in.
Thank you.
I'll tell Laura you're here.
Yes.
Good evening, sir.
- I won't disturb you.
- No, son.
I'm watching our country crumble.
- Yes, I was just listening to the radio.
- What does your father say?
He's very worried.
Working a lot. Excuse me.
- Hi.
- Hi.
I just finished a meeting nearby
and I wanted to say hi.
Will you stay for dinner?
Thanks, but I can't.
But I'll have some water.
I'll get it.
- Come with me?
- Sure.
How terrible!
These people are crazy.
Wait!
Your water.
I just signed the rental agreement.
We'll have it in two weeks.
- So soon? Like that?
- Yes.
I thought you were only
going to see it again, not to sign.
We haven't told anyone.
Don't worry, I have a plan.
Next week, we'll all go to dinner
and tell them the news.
Okay, but...
let's do it in a restaurant,
so my father doesn't make a scene.
How's everything here?
Good.
He's good.
Or she.
Let's go, come on.
This August 13th march will make history.
We have never...
- Why did you turn it off?
- Too much news.
Want to go out for dinner?
Or do you prefer the movies?
As you wish.
Do you want to go with me or Elena?
Armando told me.
Esperanza...
That wasn't the agreement, Fernando.
Do what you want behind closed doors, but
it's not respectful to be out without me.
Our agreement meant you weren't to go back
to the hotels,
and you went to the Royal again.
Did you think I wouldn't find out?
It's my job!
It had been nine months since I went
and I'm always very discreet!
You're right.
I'm sorry.
I'll look after you and you me.
Will you let me
take you to dinner?
Where?
Wherever you like.
Or...
let me surprise you.
Nando...
Anyone know who Urho Kekkonen is?
The President of Finland.
He wrote to me today
to say he's doubting
about whether to send athletes
to the Olympics,
given recent events in Mexico City.
Do you...
understand the significance of this?
If Finland doesn't come, who's next?
France? Italy? The United States?
I want this student thing
sorted out at once.
We've established communication
with the student body, Mr. President.
We hope to have a solution shortly.
More than negotiating, I think
we should make a statement against them.
The department could support a statement
condemning these events in Mexico City.
I agree, Mr. Secretary.
But this announcement should come
directly from the city's government.
The message would be clearer.
I don't know.
Mayor, I don't think it matters
where the announcement comes from,
but how strong it is. We must be aware
of the situation in Mexico City.
I agree again.
Believe me,
we'll make it clear
this government won't tolerate this mess.
Sorry, but I must insist.
We should look to find a solution
with the students.
The message will come from the city,
and sir, if you can
solve this peacefully, go ahead.
We have to end this at once.
Gentlemen.
Excuse me, Mr. President.
Very good. That's fine.
Are we ready?
Did you see it's working?
They're war and we're peace.
Later we're war and they're peace.
We're getting into position.
Just remember who the boss is.
When you're ready, Mr. Secretary.
Good afternoon, everyone.
I'm here to clarify the position
of the Government of the Republic
with regard to
the fighting between students
and police forces
from the Federal District.
From the Secretary of the Interior
and the President of the Republic,
we're looking for dialogue
and reconciliation.
We condemn any excessive use of force...
Of course I'm surprised.
Like you, Javier.
You know Echeverría.
When has he been open to dialogue?
Therefore, the government
is willing to talk
to representatives
of both students and faculty.
Thank you very much.
Put me through to Echeverría.
"We're willing to establish dialogue
to successfully resolve
a conflict that Mexico doesn't deserve."
Mr. Echeverría's play
is very interesting, right?
He's gotten ahead of Martínez Manatou,
and said he's in favor of dialogue.
At the same time,
he blames the other party
for the violence. I mean, yourself.
Very clever.
I maintain the same position.
We can't allow
chaos to grow in this country.
No, of course not. We agree.
The issue is that with your heavy hand,
you stand alone,
further and further away
from the presidency.
There's still time to go back.
Of course, and we'll support you.
But if you really want
to continue to use a heavy hand,
do it no matter the consequences.
Perhaps...
it isn't necessary
to wait until the elections
for the changes that this country needs.
It's time for a good military man
to take control.
Right, General?
A coup d'état?
With the support
of the United States government.
Think about it.
Translated by Michelle Handley
historical events and public figures.
People, incidents, locations
and dialogue are fictional
and have been created or adapted
for dramatization purposes.
Any resemblance to historical events
and interpretations is coincidental.
AN UNKNOWN ENEMY
Which one?
Weren't you supposed to know?
Fuck it. All of them, right?
Good.
Very good.
What the hell?
Toña!
Toña! The water!
Toña!
Toña.
There's no water.
- There's none in the kitchen.
- This dirty tablecloth needs washing.
Please ask the neighbors
if they have water.
- Right, ma'am.
- Please.
- What's happening?
- She's going!
They said they'd come hours ago.
It's the whole block.
We had to go to each house.
- Come in.
- Thank you.
Please take us to the kitchen.
- Follow me.
- Thanks.
Excuse me, could I use the bathroom?
I really have to go.
It's here under the stairs.
- Thanks.
- Come in here.
Come in, please.
I'd like to talk to you
about something personal.
Nothing related to
the office of the presidency.
You and I want exactly the same thing.
A quick and peaceful solution
to the student conflict.
My opinion about the conflict
and the government's role is very clear.
Yes, I know.
And it's precisely what we have in common.
We can't allow it to escalate.
Corona del Rosal is capable
of using violence
against students in the street
at any time.
Just to satisfy the President.
But you and I could go ahead
and resolve this with a conversation.
The government went too far.
Bazookas, for God's sake!
Things got out of control.
That's why I'm asking you to work with me.
Let's get things straight, sir.
You want the presidency,
and I respect that.
But my priority
is to keep the institution safe.
I understand. I'm willing to help
and support you with that.
But for now, we could work
together to find a solution.
Negotiate.
Without violence.
As the Dean, I can talk to the students.
But the CNH will do what it wants.
He really waited
before revealing his cards.
Better.
Now we know his intentions,
we know what to do.
If he really...
wants to negotiate,
we can stir up the students
even more beforehand.
It's a possibility.
Or we could do nothing.
Excuse me?
If Martínez Manatou is soft
and wants dialogue,
and Corona del Rosal
uses force to silence them,
all we need to do
is find the best place for us.
And let them fight it out.
If we manage to get people out protesting,
the Regent will have less control
and it'll be harder to negotiate.
Very interesting, Major.
Yes, hello? Of course. Let me know.
That should be your chair.
You fix the problems.
Don't forget.
You're going to make him president...
so that later it'll be your turn.
Excuse me, Major.
Of course.
- Excuse me, Mr. Secretary.
- Leave me the tape.
You know it was a mistake, right?
The riot police.
It was too much, Gustavo.
The San Ildefonso thing will only
ruin the government's image,
and yours.
I'd deny it if asked in a trial.
But you're right, it was too much.
I know you aren't doing this alone,
but you must control your cabinet.
My cabinet is going crazy, Jesús.
They only think about the succession.
I'm alone.
Those bastards couldn't even wait
until after the Olympics.
This issue with the students...
Neither Manatou,
Corona or Echeverría
are trying to fix it.
Nobody is capable!
One of those is supposed
to be my successor.
I don't envy you at all.
Seriously, look at my options.
It should be you.
I'm serious.
Article 82, Gustavo.
Laws aren't written in stone.
They can be changed.
I know, I'm an attorney too.
But it's not going to happen.
But don't worry, I'm on the party's side.
I'll always be here.
Oh, by the way...
Congratulations!
I didn't just come to complain.
You're going to the party, right?
I didn't want to,
but Lupita insisted on celebrating. Why?
Come on, open it.
Nice!
Turn it around.
Wow!
Why did your father have to be Spanish?
If Reyes Heroles was born here,
you'd be the next president.
We finally have a good proposal
for our petition. Look.
What's up now?
It's the same as our first ten versions.
It doesn't reflect our message.
It doesn't have balls.
We've worked
on that fucking thing all night.
If you really want it to have balls,
write this,
"We demand
that the government, the police,
and my parents let us do
whatever the fuck we want.
Sincerely, the students."
Very funny.
Beto, let's concentrate because
the committee still has to review this.
I know. The Dean marched
with us the other day, right?
The teachers are on our side.
What we need is people.
We can't just write something short.
- We need something longer.
- We've hardly talked to the other schools.
Just write anything for now.
Let's stop.
What about pamphlets
for the march on the 13th?
Good. We've given them all out.
Donations?
You're such a pain.
I'm saying it's all okay.
People on the street
are cooperating. Look.
Get some for the taxi.
Don't touch it, it's for the CNH.
- "It's for the CNH."
- I'll be back.
There he is.
That hair?
You see?
Shall we get a beer?
- Sure.
- Let's go.
Let's go then.
Wait, wait! Everything hurts.
Sons of bitches.
It was done quickly.
Some students in there had it much worse.
I suppose they need to clean their image.
After the Dean's speech,
they need to calm things down.
Better for you.
Even in Guadalajara,
they'll be watching you.
Can't we go someplace else?
The CNH Strike Council
is happening here.
They've invited me.
Look,
how long have we talked
about changing things?
This isn't just about students.
It's for all of us.
I want us
to be able to go out without fear.
That's why we have to take part
now that people are mobilizing.
They must be delighted to have you.
Jalisco's hero.
Your boss has said great things about you.
Thank you.
I'm honored that Dr. Legorreta
let me work on your case.
Soon this boy will be presiding
from the Supreme Court, you'll see.
It's a good job he's on our side then.
I took the liberty of starting to review
the contracts and the expert reports.
I think we have a solid defense
if they review the legal rulings.
I told you he was the best.
From now on,
you'll be part of Saldaña's team.
They're working on the proposal.
I also wanted to have
this meeting with you today
to introduce you, on a different topic.
I'd like you to help coordinate a meeting
between Mr. Garza and your dad.
We'd love to get his opinion
on a couple of things.
Okay, yes.
Let me see what I can do, sir.
Perfect, thank you very much.
Well, nice to meet you.
If you're ever in Monterrey,
call me and we'll take care of you.
Thank you.
- Have a good day.
- Thank you.
I don't know how you got to this shit.
I tried to include all the petitions.
We can improve it after.
That's wrong.
We have to be accurate now.
The more specific our petitions,
the more we'll connect with people.
Remember it's not only for
students or the government.
We need to unite the working class,
farmers, everyone.
It's not just here.
They killed students in Tabasco.
They beat teachers in San Luis.
We must unite our voices,
speak to everyone...
I think we can do that
with nine or ten points.
Less. Half.
We need to be specific
so we can talk to other schools.
Don't be a fucking a liar.
If you want to unite voices,
you should consider us too, right?
Real students will always be welcome.
When FNET stops receiving
government money and being moles
- they'll be welcome.
- Give me names, bastard.
Why?
- You know who the moles are.
- David.
Wait.
Right, Rubén?
What do you know, fag?
Relax, relax.
Only what they say about you in jail.
Go fuck yourselves, fags!
Better fag than traitor!
Fucking moles.
Sorry, Mr. Secretary.
- I thought it was empty.
- No problem.
I came to hide from everyone,
but I left my wife in charge.
She's much better at parties than me.
I understand perfectly.
I had to hide to do this.
If my wife sees me smoking,
she'll kill me.
- Go ahead. I'll keep your secret.
- Very kind.
I was surprised
the president wanted
to celebrate his name day.
- Given the way things are.
- Tense.
There are solutions,
but we need a consensus.
Yes, sir.
We can only fix this together.
I was just thinking about that.
Wouldn't it be better...
to arrange another meeting between
Barros Sierra and the president?
Speak directly to the Dean
without middlemen.
Maybe, but now we need to concentrate
on giving an answer to their petitions.
Between us, Emilio,
if we agree to all their requests,
do you really think
the students would calm down? I don't.
Sooner or later,
the CNH will have its own life.
Well, we'll see about that.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
Be careful, please.
Interesting.
Russian.
I'm not surprised they're spying on me.
Thank you for everything you've done.
I was surprised
that you looked to us for these things.
Why didn't you go to Major Barrientos?
- That would have been logical.
- Please!
He would have planted three more bugs
while looking for that one.
Yes.
We know what you're doing.
We know you're interested
in becoming President.
We can help.
But we have to keep communications open.
And we need to know
that we share
the same political interests.
I'll make sure in the future
our work together will go smoothly.
Very good.
Look, it's better
to have allies like ourselves.
It's easy to judge
and write from over there,
without getting your hands dirty.
Are you saying the country's perfect
and it's best not to...
No, I'm not saying that.
Mexico isn't perfect.
We have a lot to learn,
a lot to change,
but let's be objective. It's not Brazil!
As far as I know, it's not Paraguay!
We have no military dictator.
- Or is there?
- Elena, Elena!
You sound like
a paid politician's speech, really!
What about the projects they commissioned
from you for the Olympics?
- What's that got to do with it?
- What do you mean? Who's paying?
- People, with their taxes.
- The people?
What about your trip to Europe?
Did you pay with money
from your beloved government?
- I paid it with hard work.
- Yes?
Oh, he's alive.
- What a surprise!
- He woke up when we said "government"!
Are you smiling
because you also love your government?
- Our government.
- No, no.
This government doesn't represent me.
Even though we act like you aren't here,
we know who you are.
- Relax, Marco.
- What?
It's not every day we have
an officer of the dictatorship so close.
Enough.
I want to ask your opinion
about the awful treatment
of the government...
- Enough!
- Let's change the subject.
Have you tried this marvelous wine?
Let me see.
It's hard to talk
about murderers and torturers.
I don't know. I've only heard
about that on your TV show.
Really?
I thought you didn't understand it.
I'm going to have to ask you to leave.
- Elena...
- Get out!
Good night.
Yes, it's good.
Right? Cheers!
Cheers.
I thought three times about inviting him.
- Look how he behaved.
- Don't worry.
He's harmless.
Are you still upset?
Very.
Hey.
How can I...
thank you for defending me?
Like this.
Why don't you ask your dad for help?
He could fix it.
Don't scare me, Mom.
He'd want to throw them in the garbage.
Look, if I manage it,
we'll know if I'm his son
or the milkman's.
You're so rude, Armando.
Who bought you those speakers?
Do you know them?
Yes, but I've never heard them.
Hold on then, you'll see
how great they are.
Here, put these on.
Let's see.
Ready?
This song is great.
I told you!
Where do you get the money
for all those records?
I almost never buy them.
Alfredo gives me them after he's listened.
You should see his collection.
Do you ever talk to Alfredo about his dad?
About the things his dad says?
Like what?
Does he tell you
what he says about the country?
His dad is the president.
He must say something about it.
Of course not! He hates politics.
He likes music.
Could you not talk to him?
Tell him to ask
what he thinks of his people.
To get an idea
about who the next president might be.
Just to know.
Are you asking me to tell my friend
to spy on his dad, the president?
- No!
- No?
No!
I'm just saying you could use
that relationship to help your dad.
No, Mom. I'm not getting involved
and I won't involve my friend either.
If you want to me to be Dad's secret
police, you'll have to look elsewhere.
Listen to them! They have all the answers.
They know who the next president will be.
See you later, Mom.
I'm going to take you to The Cardenal
to eat something different.
Some Motulean eggs or something.
But,
there's something I don't get.
Why didn't you
ask your friend, Fidel Castro, for advice,
instead of me?
Excuse me?
Look.
You asked for our opinion
about Díaz Ordaz's successor, right?
- Yes.
- And I gave you our opinion.
But you don't really seem to care.
- I don't understand what you mean.
- Yes, you do.
- I'm just doing my job.
- Me too.
But we don't like this atmosphere.
And we don't like who causes it either.
Neither the revolutionaries,
nor the communists, nor the spies.
Unless you control them.
Be very careful.
You know what it means
to have us on your side.
But you can't imagine
what it means to have
the Agency against you.
Good afternoon, Major.
How's it going?
Lots of movement.
They elected leaders for the CNH.
What about the march on the 13th?
There are lots of pamphlets.
- We're doing well.
- We?
Are the pamphlets reaching people
or ending up in the UNAM trash?
We must make sure that march
is attended by a lot of people.
I wanted to ask.
What?
David Alba.
He has lots of influence.
But he makes lots of noise.
He might cause problems.
It might be a good idea
to scare him a bit.
Scare him a bit?
Like Antonio?
Do you think David Alba
got out of jail by coincidence?
No, I got him out. I need you
to have a real leader to guide you.
Did you not like him outshining you?
It's not about that.
At all. I just want to know
how to treat him
and what my place at the council is.
Beto,
your place at the council
is to be my eyes and ears.
And you will do whatever I tell you to do.
Right? I told you.
Stick with him, become his friend.
One way or another.
If you have to blow him, blow him. Got it?
Right, it's getting late.
Later, we have to do your homework.
Excuse me.
What happened?
Lots of people in line.
I bought everything.
Thanks.
Sure you don't have to go to the office?
I love watching this.
Coming soon to your favorite theater,
the comedy we've all been waiting for,
finally on the silver screen.
Fernando, this isn't for kids.
Romeo against Juliet.
Cheers to life!
- Here's to us.
- Cheers!
Romeo against Juliet.
What movies are at the other theater?
Planet of the Apes, I think,
but I'm not sure.
If we go down here,
we'll be at the main square at six.
I don't think so.
It depends on the turn out.
If there are as many people as we want,
it'll be 8 or 9 pm.
More or less.
- Want some?
- We could camp at the main square.
Do you think they'll let us camp there?
We're not going to ask.
The riot police won't ask
before they beat the shit out of us.
- Stop, Joaquín.
- I don't want anyone in jail.
Well...
- We'll do that then?
- Yes.
- Let everyone know the route.
- Okay.
We'll take our tents,
and we'll set up camp there.
I'm not saying it's a bad idea.
But the way things are, it's impossible.
We'll figure it out later.
Can I have one?
Thanks.
You think a lot of people will come?
I don't know.
I have an idea that might help us.
What school are you in?
- What school?
- Political science.
Did you go to the Hemiciclo?
Yes, I'm at San Ildefonso too.
Chaos.
We needed more organization,
a leader.
What's your idea then?
My uncle works at STIC.
What's that?
The union of people
who work in the cinema.
He's a projectionist.
What do you suggest?
Imagine our pamphlet on a huge screen.
Everyone goes to the movies, right?
Hi, Marco.
What's up?
Nothing, stay there.
- Everything okay?
- Yes, stay there!
Sit down.
Do your wife and children watch your show?
Never mind.
I do. And this is what you'll say tonight.
Don't change a word.
Dry yourself, you're dripping.
Very good.
You did well.
Interior gave permission, right?
Of course!
- It's what we agreed.
- Very good.
I don't think they'll show it.
That's enough, thank you.
Ready, in five.
It's hot.
Let's wait.
It seems like
we're always in winter, right?
Colonel,
I need the KGB's support.
Problems?
No, everything's fine.
An extra would be good,
in case a copy gets lost
and appears in the news.
We're ready.
Three, two...
Good evening, viewers.
Today, on Culture a la Carte,
I'd like to talk about an important event
that requires the support of our citizens.
Look! There it is!
AUGUST 13TH
EVERYONE TO THE STREETS!
I appreciate the invitation
from the union.
I'd like to talk
about the regrettable fact
that a group of troublemakers
planned to attack the peace,
order and stability in this country.
UNITE AGAINST REPRESSION
Get that out of there. How do you do it?
Why did you do this without permission?
Who else has a copy?
Nobody, but that's why
I should get something extra.
- Let this stay between us.
- I should've thought of that.
It's only fair.
We can't let these enemies of our nation
continue to affect
our values and our young people.
What do you need, Major?
For now, a helicopter,
and untraceable weapons.
This city's government promises
to arrest the perpetrators
and find who's responsible
to the fullest extent of the law.
Did you hear? Now we're instigators.
He even called us the enemy.
Remember this city's government
is always with the working class.
This time they'll hear us.
We are sick of it!
We're sick of it!
To the streets!
What will you do for us this time?
For the time being, this.
For the time being.
The Student March will happen August 13th.
An unprecedented event,
that we as a society
have to support. Why?
Because it's about our youth.
- Wait!
- Here's your extra!
A large student march,
in this case it was an orderly protest,
well organized.
Adela! The door!
We said that this would
never happen in Mexico.
But unfortunately, it did.
Hi, Enrique, what a surprise!
Good evening, ma'am.
Good evening. Come in.
Thank you.
I'll tell Laura you're here.
Yes.
Good evening, sir.
- I won't disturb you.
- No, son.
I'm watching our country crumble.
- Yes, I was just listening to the radio.
- What does your father say?
He's very worried.
Working a lot. Excuse me.
- Hi.
- Hi.
I just finished a meeting nearby
and I wanted to say hi.
Will you stay for dinner?
Thanks, but I can't.
But I'll have some water.
I'll get it.
- Come with me?
- Sure.
How terrible!
These people are crazy.
Wait!
Your water.
I just signed the rental agreement.
We'll have it in two weeks.
- So soon? Like that?
- Yes.
I thought you were only
going to see it again, not to sign.
We haven't told anyone.
Don't worry, I have a plan.
Next week, we'll all go to dinner
and tell them the news.
Okay, but...
let's do it in a restaurant,
so my father doesn't make a scene.
How's everything here?
Good.
He's good.
Or she.
Let's go, come on.
This August 13th march will make history.
We have never...
- Why did you turn it off?
- Too much news.
Want to go out for dinner?
Or do you prefer the movies?
As you wish.
Do you want to go with me or Elena?
Armando told me.
Esperanza...
That wasn't the agreement, Fernando.
Do what you want behind closed doors, but
it's not respectful to be out without me.
Our agreement meant you weren't to go back
to the hotels,
and you went to the Royal again.
Did you think I wouldn't find out?
It's my job!
It had been nine months since I went
and I'm always very discreet!
You're right.
I'm sorry.
I'll look after you and you me.
Will you let me
take you to dinner?
Where?
Wherever you like.
Or...
let me surprise you.
Nando...
Anyone know who Urho Kekkonen is?
The President of Finland.
He wrote to me today
to say he's doubting
about whether to send athletes
to the Olympics,
given recent events in Mexico City.
Do you...
understand the significance of this?
If Finland doesn't come, who's next?
France? Italy? The United States?
I want this student thing
sorted out at once.
We've established communication
with the student body, Mr. President.
We hope to have a solution shortly.
More than negotiating, I think
we should make a statement against them.
The department could support a statement
condemning these events in Mexico City.
I agree, Mr. Secretary.
But this announcement should come
directly from the city's government.
The message would be clearer.
I don't know.
Mayor, I don't think it matters
where the announcement comes from,
but how strong it is. We must be aware
of the situation in Mexico City.
I agree again.
Believe me,
we'll make it clear
this government won't tolerate this mess.
Sorry, but I must insist.
We should look to find a solution
with the students.
The message will come from the city,
and sir, if you can
solve this peacefully, go ahead.
We have to end this at once.
Gentlemen.
Excuse me, Mr. President.
Very good. That's fine.
Are we ready?
Did you see it's working?
They're war and we're peace.
Later we're war and they're peace.
We're getting into position.
Just remember who the boss is.
When you're ready, Mr. Secretary.
Good afternoon, everyone.
I'm here to clarify the position
of the Government of the Republic
with regard to
the fighting between students
and police forces
from the Federal District.
From the Secretary of the Interior
and the President of the Republic,
we're looking for dialogue
and reconciliation.
We condemn any excessive use of force...
Of course I'm surprised.
Like you, Javier.
You know Echeverría.
When has he been open to dialogue?
Therefore, the government
is willing to talk
to representatives
of both students and faculty.
Thank you very much.
Put me through to Echeverría.
"We're willing to establish dialogue
to successfully resolve
a conflict that Mexico doesn't deserve."
Mr. Echeverría's play
is very interesting, right?
He's gotten ahead of Martínez Manatou,
and said he's in favor of dialogue.
At the same time,
he blames the other party
for the violence. I mean, yourself.
Very clever.
I maintain the same position.
We can't allow
chaos to grow in this country.
No, of course not. We agree.
The issue is that with your heavy hand,
you stand alone,
further and further away
from the presidency.
There's still time to go back.
Of course, and we'll support you.
But if you really want
to continue to use a heavy hand,
do it no matter the consequences.
Perhaps...
it isn't necessary
to wait until the elections
for the changes that this country needs.
It's time for a good military man
to take control.
Right, General?
A coup d'état?
With the support
of the United States government.
Think about it.
Translated by Michelle Handley