Nevsu (2017–2021): Season 1, Episode 4 - Careful, Children's Songs! - full transcript
She doesn't have
a fever now, Mom,
but it may go up later on.
Tamari, don't worry.
Maayan and I will have
lots of fun today, won't we?
Grandma will play all of Mommy's
favorite songs when she was little.
-That's great.
-Yes, listen.
Here we go…
Our little dog "Blacky"
You'll be left on your own now
Keep your eyes open
And your ears…
-What?
-Skip this song.
Why?
"Blacky."
So?
We don't listen
to that song at home.
Why not?
We don't listen to that or to:
"Once I went to Yemen
where I saw
a little Black boy."
Okay, but this is a dog.
We're not allowed to say "Blacky"
about a dog
in front of Gili either?
What do you mean?
Again you're telling people
what to say in front of me?
Do I tell you what to say?
It was just a little remark.
Little?
I can't believe all the dust
on this TV.
These Blacks
don't know how to clean!
-Mom, come here for a sec.
-What for?
You complain about
every Black cleaner you hire.
Stop hiring Blacks!
Dad, I really need you here
for a sec.
Hurry, sweetie, a cab.
No, don't get in.
You don't like Ethiopians?
I'm writing down your number.
Sorry, but I'm already reserved.
Need any more examples?
Tamari, you protect him
like a lioness.
"Gili's so sensitive…"
You think I don't know
what does and doesn't offend Gili?
I'm telling you that
that song offends him.
And I'm telling you
that I was a teacher for 30 years
in the education system
and I taught all ethnic groups
and I know very well
what offends each group.
-May I say what offends my ethnic group?
-Go ahead.
Let's hear that song for once!
You decide which songs
I should listen to?
Go ahead.
Have fun.
Now she's offended.
Because of you, not me.
Tamari, come back.
I'll play Maayan the song you loved
about the goat that gets whipped
with a ruler,
with a stick,
whatever is on hand.
Or will that offend you, too?
Just kidding.
I know that doesn't offend you.
I know what's funny
and what's offensive.
Mom, how are you?
Fine, did you know that
Uncle Shmelash bought a new car?
Oh, my God.
Mom, don't go anywhere with him,
I've seen him drive.
It's more dangerous
than a car bomb.
I promise,
I won't be going anywhere with him.
We were in an accident,
the car was towed away.
Come pick us up.
Oh, my God.
Mom, are you okay?
-What's that?
-It's nothing, just to make sure.
Just to make sure that what?
Your head doesn't fall off?
Where's Uncle Shmelash?
He's getting an X-ray,
he may have a concussion.
Oh, my God…
Mom, why did you go with him?
He shouldn't be allowed to drive.
But they did allow him.
So who will go with him if not me?
I don't allow Ortal and Eliran.
Or you, either.
Why does anyone
have to go with him?
You know your uncle.
When he gets bored,
he falls asleep.
Let him fall asleep.
It's more dangerous
when he's awake.
It took him 20 years
to get a license.
He'll die if I tell him
I won't go with him anymore.
Don't worry,
he won't want to drive anymore.
Look at him,
he must be traumatized.
Uncle, how do you feel?
Fine, what are you doing here?
I have insurance,
I got a replacement car.
-Let's go home, Alamito.
-Wait, Uncle.
Listen,
bravo for getting your license,
we're all so proud of you.
Anyone else would've quit
after 23 driving tests, right?
Right.
But getting a license is one thing
and buying a car
and driving around people we love -
you can't do that.
Shmelash, he didn't mean it.
See what you've done?
I'm sorry, Uncle, I didn't mean it!
How dare you talk to me like that?!
It was only one accident!
But you got your license
two days ago.
If you see me on the street,
cross over to the other side.
And don't come to my funeral,
I'm not coming to yours.
-He was joking.
-I was joking, Uncle.
Can I turn off the light?
Do whatever you want.
Oh, so you're mad at me now?
Because I'm mad at you
and I'm right,
so don't go to sleep
feeling like you're the one who's mad.
I am.
Good night.
Good night.
And I'm telling you
that I'm sick of you
protecting me all the time.
From the family, people on the street,
children's songs.
You're not my lawyer
or my spokesperson. You're fired.
From now on,
I represent myself.
Thank you, good night.
Good night.
Where do I speak on your behalf?
You're paranoid.
Where don't you?!
Gas station,
I get out to fill up,
you get out, too.
Why?
To tell people you don't work there.
They all ask you for help.
And before we walk into the mall,
why do you start hugging me?
So now I can't
show you any affection?
Affection?
As soon as we get past the guard,
you disappear into a shoe store,
and that's the last I see of you.
Tamar, believe me,
I can get past the guard.
I know how to say hello
and open up my bag.
No problem.
I won't say anything anymore.
Thank you.
Good night.
Okay, Tamar, fine,
I won't bring Maayan any more CDs,
I'll only bring her candy
so she'll get cavities.
Yes, Mom,
that's exactly what I want you to do.
Hi!
-I brought fresh bagels.
-Great, thanks. -Salmon, too?
No, no salmon.
Then what'll we eat it with?
Butter, cheese?
Yaakov, a bagel without salmon
is just bread with a hole!
Should I go get some salmon?
Either that
or take back the bagels.
Wait, Dad, I can eat the…
Tamar…
Why can't you eat bagels
without salmon?
-What are you, an old lady from Miami?
-I'm not doing it
for me, Tamari,
I'm doing it for him.
Your father feels lost
since he retired.
He wanders around the house,
not knowing what to do.
-He has no agenda.
-Why does he need an agenda?
Your father was a project developer
at Rafael Systems, he developed missiles.
The chief of staff
used to call to consult him.
Now he's just…
an old geezer.
If I don't get him to do things,
he sits in his armchair
and gets depressed.
No way, Mom,
the guy skips on his way
to the store to get bagels.
Is that normal for a man his age?
Tamari, it's concealed depression.
-Concealed depression?
-Yes.
Now you're diagnosing?
After 30 years
in the education system
and in the teachers' lounge,
I can spot concealed depression.
He couldn't find any salmon,
so he bought a baguette instead.
But then she said,
"There's no point in eating a baguette
without salami."
Are you armed?
You think the guard is Russian?
Does he have an accent?
I don't know,
I didn't hear.
-I'm good with Russians.
-Anyway…
I didn't wait to see what happened
with the salami, I'm starving.
What do you think?
-Is he depressed?
-Tamari, let go of my arm.
You think
I'll run out into the street?
What's with you?
There's a guard here,
I want--
I can get past him
without a white hand.
-What?!
-Enough, Tamar.
All this whispering
makes us look suspicious.
I need to focus.
Sorry.
-Good afternoon.
-Hello, are you armed?
-Of course not.
-Go right in.
-No, it's a small bag.
-Great.
There you go, I'm in.
Alone, in a flash.
You and your mom
live in a parallel universe.
Her dad's depressed,
I need help getting past the guard…
We get along fine, Tamar.
Open up this zipper, please.
Seriously?
Then I'll wait for you at the juice bar.
I'm really thirsty. Bye.
Yaakov!
Don't do that!
You scared me!
What did I do?
You burst out
of the bathroom and…
I nearly fell off the ladder.
I went in to pee.
Then tell me,
"I'm going to pee."
You don't tell me
when you go to pee.
Because I live here,
I always have.
And why are you walking around
at nine o'clock in your underwear?
I'm at home
and have nowhere to go.
Where do you want to go
in your underwear? The Philharmonic?
People who don't get dressed
don't leave the house.
Yaakov, it's ten o'clock.
Who watches TV at ten o'clock?
I recorded this
from the History Channel.
You want to learn history?
Then look at this guide I got you
from the Open University.
It's been lying around here
for a week.
I don't buy it
so you can look at the guide
sitting there in your underwear.
Okay, I'll go get dressed.
What does one wear
when reading a guide?
Hello.
Hi, Tamari.
Dad…
you look so handsome.
Where are you going?
Nowhere.
The TV's turned off.
Yes, I may watch something tonight.
Do you want to watch something?
-You can.
-No.
I have a TV at home.
-Mom.
-What?
What's with him?
How long has he been sitting there?
I told you,
he's depressed.
I'm making myself a sandwich,
is that okay?
Of course, sweetie,
go ahead.
You're a grown man,
you don't need my approval.
But why eat a sandwich now?
We'll be eating soon.
Control yourself.
I got hungry.
Never mind…
He's constantly eating,
stuffing his face.
He's confusing emotions with food.
An hour ago, I caught him
with a handful of peanuts.
He hates peanuts,
hasn't touched one in 40 years.
What am I going to do with him?
-You and Gili will have to help me.
-Mom…
It's too much for me.
You're overreacting.
Why not take him
to a psychologist?
You think he needs to talk?
You know how much I talk to him?
Yes, I know.
I'm sorry, Tamari,
I don't want to be a burden to you.
Forget we ever spoke.
I'll take care of him.
I'll save your father.
What'll you do?
I'll keep him so busy,
he won't have a minute to breathe.
You keep reading those Psalms.
Does it do any good?
So far, yes.
Oh no, it's Shmelash!
There's Ishmael!
Get in, Ishmael,
I'll give you a ride.
God bless you, who is it?
It's Shmelash. Get in.
Shmelash?
No, it's okay,
the bus is here.
What bus?
I don't see any bus.
I can hear it coming.
Can you hear
what number it is, too?
Strange that he didn't want to get in.
Look, I bought candies.
An air freshener.
I put a pillow in the back.
Yes, you sure did,
but keep your eyes on the road.
Alamito…
Look, there's Eliran.
Get in,
I'll give you a ride.
No, out of the question.
He needs the exercise.
But, Mom, my bag's heavy.
Give me your bag.
God willing, I'll see you at home.
Eliran, don't worry,
you'll sit next to me
the whole way to the wedding in Afula.
You'll sit in the back.
What wedding?
Mekonnen's wedding.
I'm taking you all to Afula.
What's wrong?
You suddenly look sad.
A wedding is a happy thing.
Yes, if you make it there.
If I put sugar
in the gas tank,
is one kilo enough?
Does it matter
if it's white or brown sugar?
All I have left is demerara.
Mom, are you crazy?
It'll ruin the engine,
he'll have to buy a new car.
Yes, that's what it says on Google.
Mom, it's Shmelash.
The guy washes disposable plates.
If he finds out
you poured sugar in his car,
he'll cry over the car
and the sugar you wasted.
Then I have no choice.
Give me the notebook from your wedding.
I'll see how big a check
I have to give them.
There's no way
you or the check will make it to Afula.
But at least when they find my body,
they'll see I left a big check.
Mom, I have people waiting.
Think of something else.
What can I do?
Don't be in contact
with him anymore.
There are very few advantages
to being in contact with him.
Bye.
Sorry for keeping you waiting, guys.
-Let's go in.
-Yeah.
Oh, shit…
I think I forgot my wallet in the car.
-Okay…
-You go in, I'll be right there.
-Okay, see you inside.
-Cool.
I'll go in too,
unless you want me to wait for you.
Why would I?
There's a bouncer here.
Oh, there's a bouncer here…
Boo-hoo, he won't let me in
without my wife.
Fine, I won't wait for you.
I have my phone on me
if they give you any hassle.
With that dress,
you may need my help to get in.
Honey,
order me a beer.
My wife.
I forgot my wallet,
I'll be right back.
I don't believe it.
Bro,
there was another guy
here before.
He saw my wife
and friends go in, okay?
Stand in line.
Okay, and then you'll let me in?
No.
Why not?
It's a closed party.
I know it's not a closed party.
My wife just went in.
Then call her
and tell her to come out.
Why are you doing this, bro?
We're both immigrants,
let's help each other out.
Then help me by stepping aside.
Okay.
Go.
Are you armed?
Hi, honey.
Should I come out to get you?
No, of course not.
I'm already inside.
Where exactly are you?
By the bar, can't you see me?
Oh, there you are. Bye.
Glasses to the bar now!
Yes, yes, I bring, I bring.
Freeze!
-Don't move!
-Get him!
-Stand right here.
-Another one.
Stand here,
stay next to him.
Stand here.
Show me your work permits.
My wallet at home.
Sorry, I forgot my wallet at home.
What about you?
I really did
forget my wallet at home.
Bro, you do realize
I don't work here?
We'll find out everything
when we get to the detention center.
There's my wife,
can I go now?
Who? Her?
Yes.
-Where are you going?
-What's going on?
What are you doing here?
You know him?
We found him
working in the kitchen.
What?!
What were you doing in the kitchen?
You said you were inside.
The kitchen isn't inside?
Just identify me, will you?
No way…
No way…
You'd rather sneak in
through the kitchen
than call me
and ask for help?
What was he doing
in the kitchen?
Pretending to do something,
just like at home.
You know what?
I don't need her.
Take me to the detention center.
Good idea.
If he wants to call me,
give him a phone card.
Don't hold your breath.
I like the idea
of having time to myself.
I'll rest,
you'll take care of Maayan,
I'll get three meals a day.
Three more than at home.
Great.
You'll have more sex, too.
More than what?
Once a month?
All right,
you're married, I got it.
Take this.
You have 24 hours to report
to a police station with your ID.
-Nitza.
-Yes, Yaakov.
I finished the hedge
and I mowed the lawn
and I fixed the sprinkler,
but I don't understand
what chore number 6 is.
Chore number 6--
switch the dryer
and the washing machine.
How am I supposed to carry
the washing machine?
Yaakov, you were an engineer,
you planned missiles.
Yes, but I didn't carry them.
Then plan how you'll switch
the dryer and the washing machine.
But it's okay,
it can wait till tomorrow.
You know what I was thinking, Yaakov?
People don't keep their books
in the living room anymore.
How about moving
all the books to the study?
But I like them in the living room.
I don't.
It makes the living room all stuffy.
Please move them to the study.
Nitza, that's it.
Last box.
You know what, Yaakov?
Forgive me,
I was wrong, you were right.
Now it looks so empty,
so bare,
it looks like people
who don't read books.
When people walk in,
how will they know
our books are in the study?
I'll tell them.
No, Yaakov, unpack them
and put them back.
Nitza, I'm tired.
I'll take a nap
and then I'll do it this afternoon.
You want to take a nap now?
It's eleven o'clock!
Yaakov,
I'm going to say it like it is.
You're depressed.
There, I said it.
-I'm depressed? Are you sure?
-Don't worry.
We'll find you
the best psychiatrist.
Psychiatrist?
Why a psychiatrist?
Because a psychologist
can't give you meds, Yaakov!
Alamito!
It's three, we have to go.
What's the rush?
The wedding starts at seven.
Yes, but it's my first time
parking in Afula.
How much are we giving them?
One hundred each?
Look in the notebook how much
they gave Gili, it's on the table.
Damn it!
Shmelash, what's wrong?
They gave Gili 2,000 shekels!
Really?
That's awful,
who does he think he is?
We came here together.
He has nothing. Who's he kidding?
So we're not going?
That's not nice.
No way we're going. Now I have to give
more because that was seven years ago.
He thinks we're his saving plan.
Okay, we'll split it.
One thousand each.
I'm not going to Afula!
What'll happen when Ortal gets married?
He'll give 3,000!
He'll be the ruin of us!
We may not have any family left,
but at least we're still alive.
Honey, I'm going down
to the police station.
Good.
I'm all set.
I have my wallet, my ID,
that ticket, keys, phone,
everything.
Then go get it over with.
Yeah, I'll be out of there
in no time.
Cool.
So are you coming with me?
What?
It'll go faster together.
You want me to talk to them?
Of course not,
I can manage on my own.
Oh.
Come on, honey,
I need you to come with me.
Thanks, honey.
When we get there,
please get off the phone, be with me.
Show me affection,
hug me, kiss me.
Dr. Dolev, thank you
for seeing us so late.
-It's an emergency.
-Okay.
What's the story?
Doctor, it turns out
I have concealed depression.
I walk around the house
and keep running into him.
Do you live together?
Yes, but he walks around
in his underwear.
All of a sudden
he turns on the TV!
All of a sudden
he opens the fridge!
All of a sudden he eats!
At the wrong time!
I don't know
what to make up for him to do!
So that he won't watch TV?
Or sleep. He sleeps,
also a sign of depression.
I've run out of chores.
I make stuff up, I say:
"Switch the dryer and the washing machine,
move the books
to the study…"
Since he retired,
I have no life.
I want to kill myself!
Okay, I think I understand.
Are you against taking meds?
On the contrary,
I'm always saying pills, pills, pills.
Okay, are you allergic
to any medication?
For me?!
Here you go, sweetie.
I brought you a fruit platter
before dinner so you won't be hungry.
I'll get you a fork.
Dad,
it's great seeing you two like this.
The therapy really helped, huh?
Since Mom started taking the meds,
it's great being at home.
Hey, Mom, what's up?
-How are you?
-Fine.
Abebech is getting married?
I'm not going to Kiryat Shmona.
It's okay, neither am I.
How are you?
-Fine, and you?
-Great.
Mr. Chocolate Milk
goes to visit his friend
Another Mr. Chocolate Milk
Nitza, we'll skip that song.
Why?
It's about chocolate milk,
an inanimate object.
Everyone loves chocolate milk.
It's Mr. Chocolate Milk.
Not a cup of chocolate milk
visiting another cup of chocolate milk.
I see.
I don't know
what is or isn't offensive anymore.
Then let's make a list.
Mina, Bina, Dina and little Pnina
Vardina and Adina and fat Rina
Vardina and Adina and fat Rina
I think it's very offensive,
but if you have no problem with it…
-I do have a problem.
-So do I.
Good thing he didn't say
"And fat Nitza."
-Disqualified.
-Disqualified.
Are we done with the CDs?
Moving on.
Books, Leah Goldberg,
Room for Rent.
Problem.
What's the problem?
Black cat.
Black cat?
Disqualified.
-Disqualified.
-Disqualified.
So Shmulik the Hedgehog
is out of the question?
I didn't know Ortal has a boyfriend.
Yes, she has a boyfriend.
Is he Ethiopian or ordinary?
He's an ordinary Ethiopian.
What can I tell her?
That your father and I
were very naughty?
Naughty in the river,
at our favorite tree,
on the swing…
No, Mom,
talk to her, not me.
I finished the sculpture.
It's called Gili.
It's a tree
and those are the pebbles.
Is that what yours looks like?
Go to the doctor
and get that checked.
For good sex,
you have to think positive.
I think positive!
-Have an open mind.
-I have an open mind!
-And a little patience!
-Ouch!
Mom, how are you…
Gili, it's not what you think.
a fever now, Mom,
but it may go up later on.
Tamari, don't worry.
Maayan and I will have
lots of fun today, won't we?
Grandma will play all of Mommy's
favorite songs when she was little.
-That's great.
-Yes, listen.
Here we go…
Our little dog "Blacky"
You'll be left on your own now
Keep your eyes open
And your ears…
-What?
-Skip this song.
Why?
"Blacky."
So?
We don't listen
to that song at home.
Why not?
We don't listen to that or to:
"Once I went to Yemen
where I saw
a little Black boy."
Okay, but this is a dog.
We're not allowed to say "Blacky"
about a dog
in front of Gili either?
What do you mean?
Again you're telling people
what to say in front of me?
Do I tell you what to say?
It was just a little remark.
Little?
I can't believe all the dust
on this TV.
These Blacks
don't know how to clean!
-Mom, come here for a sec.
-What for?
You complain about
every Black cleaner you hire.
Stop hiring Blacks!
Dad, I really need you here
for a sec.
Hurry, sweetie, a cab.
No, don't get in.
You don't like Ethiopians?
I'm writing down your number.
Sorry, but I'm already reserved.
Need any more examples?
Tamari, you protect him
like a lioness.
"Gili's so sensitive…"
You think I don't know
what does and doesn't offend Gili?
I'm telling you that
that song offends him.
And I'm telling you
that I was a teacher for 30 years
in the education system
and I taught all ethnic groups
and I know very well
what offends each group.
-May I say what offends my ethnic group?
-Go ahead.
Let's hear that song for once!
You decide which songs
I should listen to?
Go ahead.
Have fun.
Now she's offended.
Because of you, not me.
Tamari, come back.
I'll play Maayan the song you loved
about the goat that gets whipped
with a ruler,
with a stick,
whatever is on hand.
Or will that offend you, too?
Just kidding.
I know that doesn't offend you.
I know what's funny
and what's offensive.
Mom, how are you?
Fine, did you know that
Uncle Shmelash bought a new car?
Oh, my God.
Mom, don't go anywhere with him,
I've seen him drive.
It's more dangerous
than a car bomb.
I promise,
I won't be going anywhere with him.
We were in an accident,
the car was towed away.
Come pick us up.
Oh, my God.
Mom, are you okay?
-What's that?
-It's nothing, just to make sure.
Just to make sure that what?
Your head doesn't fall off?
Where's Uncle Shmelash?
He's getting an X-ray,
he may have a concussion.
Oh, my God…
Mom, why did you go with him?
He shouldn't be allowed to drive.
But they did allow him.
So who will go with him if not me?
I don't allow Ortal and Eliran.
Or you, either.
Why does anyone
have to go with him?
You know your uncle.
When he gets bored,
he falls asleep.
Let him fall asleep.
It's more dangerous
when he's awake.
It took him 20 years
to get a license.
He'll die if I tell him
I won't go with him anymore.
Don't worry,
he won't want to drive anymore.
Look at him,
he must be traumatized.
Uncle, how do you feel?
Fine, what are you doing here?
I have insurance,
I got a replacement car.
-Let's go home, Alamito.
-Wait, Uncle.
Listen,
bravo for getting your license,
we're all so proud of you.
Anyone else would've quit
after 23 driving tests, right?
Right.
But getting a license is one thing
and buying a car
and driving around people we love -
you can't do that.
Shmelash, he didn't mean it.
See what you've done?
I'm sorry, Uncle, I didn't mean it!
How dare you talk to me like that?!
It was only one accident!
But you got your license
two days ago.
If you see me on the street,
cross over to the other side.
And don't come to my funeral,
I'm not coming to yours.
-He was joking.
-I was joking, Uncle.
Can I turn off the light?
Do whatever you want.
Oh, so you're mad at me now?
Because I'm mad at you
and I'm right,
so don't go to sleep
feeling like you're the one who's mad.
I am.
Good night.
Good night.
And I'm telling you
that I'm sick of you
protecting me all the time.
From the family, people on the street,
children's songs.
You're not my lawyer
or my spokesperson. You're fired.
From now on,
I represent myself.
Thank you, good night.
Good night.
Where do I speak on your behalf?
You're paranoid.
Where don't you?!
Gas station,
I get out to fill up,
you get out, too.
Why?
To tell people you don't work there.
They all ask you for help.
And before we walk into the mall,
why do you start hugging me?
So now I can't
show you any affection?
Affection?
As soon as we get past the guard,
you disappear into a shoe store,
and that's the last I see of you.
Tamar, believe me,
I can get past the guard.
I know how to say hello
and open up my bag.
No problem.
I won't say anything anymore.
Thank you.
Good night.
Okay, Tamar, fine,
I won't bring Maayan any more CDs,
I'll only bring her candy
so she'll get cavities.
Yes, Mom,
that's exactly what I want you to do.
Hi!
-I brought fresh bagels.
-Great, thanks. -Salmon, too?
No, no salmon.
Then what'll we eat it with?
Butter, cheese?
Yaakov, a bagel without salmon
is just bread with a hole!
Should I go get some salmon?
Either that
or take back the bagels.
Wait, Dad, I can eat the…
Tamar…
Why can't you eat bagels
without salmon?
-What are you, an old lady from Miami?
-I'm not doing it
for me, Tamari,
I'm doing it for him.
Your father feels lost
since he retired.
He wanders around the house,
not knowing what to do.
-He has no agenda.
-Why does he need an agenda?
Your father was a project developer
at Rafael Systems, he developed missiles.
The chief of staff
used to call to consult him.
Now he's just…
an old geezer.
If I don't get him to do things,
he sits in his armchair
and gets depressed.
No way, Mom,
the guy skips on his way
to the store to get bagels.
Is that normal for a man his age?
Tamari, it's concealed depression.
-Concealed depression?
-Yes.
Now you're diagnosing?
After 30 years
in the education system
and in the teachers' lounge,
I can spot concealed depression.
He couldn't find any salmon,
so he bought a baguette instead.
But then she said,
"There's no point in eating a baguette
without salami."
Are you armed?
You think the guard is Russian?
Does he have an accent?
I don't know,
I didn't hear.
-I'm good with Russians.
-Anyway…
I didn't wait to see what happened
with the salami, I'm starving.
What do you think?
-Is he depressed?
-Tamari, let go of my arm.
You think
I'll run out into the street?
What's with you?
There's a guard here,
I want--
I can get past him
without a white hand.
-What?!
-Enough, Tamar.
All this whispering
makes us look suspicious.
I need to focus.
Sorry.
-Good afternoon.
-Hello, are you armed?
-Of course not.
-Go right in.
-No, it's a small bag.
-Great.
There you go, I'm in.
Alone, in a flash.
You and your mom
live in a parallel universe.
Her dad's depressed,
I need help getting past the guard…
We get along fine, Tamar.
Open up this zipper, please.
Seriously?
Then I'll wait for you at the juice bar.
I'm really thirsty. Bye.
Yaakov!
Don't do that!
You scared me!
What did I do?
You burst out
of the bathroom and…
I nearly fell off the ladder.
I went in to pee.
Then tell me,
"I'm going to pee."
You don't tell me
when you go to pee.
Because I live here,
I always have.
And why are you walking around
at nine o'clock in your underwear?
I'm at home
and have nowhere to go.
Where do you want to go
in your underwear? The Philharmonic?
People who don't get dressed
don't leave the house.
Yaakov, it's ten o'clock.
Who watches TV at ten o'clock?
I recorded this
from the History Channel.
You want to learn history?
Then look at this guide I got you
from the Open University.
It's been lying around here
for a week.
I don't buy it
so you can look at the guide
sitting there in your underwear.
Okay, I'll go get dressed.
What does one wear
when reading a guide?
Hello.
Hi, Tamari.
Dad…
you look so handsome.
Where are you going?
Nowhere.
The TV's turned off.
Yes, I may watch something tonight.
Do you want to watch something?
-You can.
-No.
I have a TV at home.
-Mom.
-What?
What's with him?
How long has he been sitting there?
I told you,
he's depressed.
I'm making myself a sandwich,
is that okay?
Of course, sweetie,
go ahead.
You're a grown man,
you don't need my approval.
But why eat a sandwich now?
We'll be eating soon.
Control yourself.
I got hungry.
Never mind…
He's constantly eating,
stuffing his face.
He's confusing emotions with food.
An hour ago, I caught him
with a handful of peanuts.
He hates peanuts,
hasn't touched one in 40 years.
What am I going to do with him?
-You and Gili will have to help me.
-Mom…
It's too much for me.
You're overreacting.
Why not take him
to a psychologist?
You think he needs to talk?
You know how much I talk to him?
Yes, I know.
I'm sorry, Tamari,
I don't want to be a burden to you.
Forget we ever spoke.
I'll take care of him.
I'll save your father.
What'll you do?
I'll keep him so busy,
he won't have a minute to breathe.
You keep reading those Psalms.
Does it do any good?
So far, yes.
Oh no, it's Shmelash!
There's Ishmael!
Get in, Ishmael,
I'll give you a ride.
God bless you, who is it?
It's Shmelash. Get in.
Shmelash?
No, it's okay,
the bus is here.
What bus?
I don't see any bus.
I can hear it coming.
Can you hear
what number it is, too?
Strange that he didn't want to get in.
Look, I bought candies.
An air freshener.
I put a pillow in the back.
Yes, you sure did,
but keep your eyes on the road.
Alamito…
Look, there's Eliran.
Get in,
I'll give you a ride.
No, out of the question.
He needs the exercise.
But, Mom, my bag's heavy.
Give me your bag.
God willing, I'll see you at home.
Eliran, don't worry,
you'll sit next to me
the whole way to the wedding in Afula.
You'll sit in the back.
What wedding?
Mekonnen's wedding.
I'm taking you all to Afula.
What's wrong?
You suddenly look sad.
A wedding is a happy thing.
Yes, if you make it there.
If I put sugar
in the gas tank,
is one kilo enough?
Does it matter
if it's white or brown sugar?
All I have left is demerara.
Mom, are you crazy?
It'll ruin the engine,
he'll have to buy a new car.
Yes, that's what it says on Google.
Mom, it's Shmelash.
The guy washes disposable plates.
If he finds out
you poured sugar in his car,
he'll cry over the car
and the sugar you wasted.
Then I have no choice.
Give me the notebook from your wedding.
I'll see how big a check
I have to give them.
There's no way
you or the check will make it to Afula.
But at least when they find my body,
they'll see I left a big check.
Mom, I have people waiting.
Think of something else.
What can I do?
Don't be in contact
with him anymore.
There are very few advantages
to being in contact with him.
Bye.
Sorry for keeping you waiting, guys.
-Let's go in.
-Yeah.
Oh, shit…
I think I forgot my wallet in the car.
-Okay…
-You go in, I'll be right there.
-Okay, see you inside.
-Cool.
I'll go in too,
unless you want me to wait for you.
Why would I?
There's a bouncer here.
Oh, there's a bouncer here…
Boo-hoo, he won't let me in
without my wife.
Fine, I won't wait for you.
I have my phone on me
if they give you any hassle.
With that dress,
you may need my help to get in.
Honey,
order me a beer.
My wife.
I forgot my wallet,
I'll be right back.
I don't believe it.
Bro,
there was another guy
here before.
He saw my wife
and friends go in, okay?
Stand in line.
Okay, and then you'll let me in?
No.
Why not?
It's a closed party.
I know it's not a closed party.
My wife just went in.
Then call her
and tell her to come out.
Why are you doing this, bro?
We're both immigrants,
let's help each other out.
Then help me by stepping aside.
Okay.
Go.
Are you armed?
Hi, honey.
Should I come out to get you?
No, of course not.
I'm already inside.
Where exactly are you?
By the bar, can't you see me?
Oh, there you are. Bye.
Glasses to the bar now!
Yes, yes, I bring, I bring.
Freeze!
-Don't move!
-Get him!
-Stand right here.
-Another one.
Stand here,
stay next to him.
Stand here.
Show me your work permits.
My wallet at home.
Sorry, I forgot my wallet at home.
What about you?
I really did
forget my wallet at home.
Bro, you do realize
I don't work here?
We'll find out everything
when we get to the detention center.
There's my wife,
can I go now?
Who? Her?
Yes.
-Where are you going?
-What's going on?
What are you doing here?
You know him?
We found him
working in the kitchen.
What?!
What were you doing in the kitchen?
You said you were inside.
The kitchen isn't inside?
Just identify me, will you?
No way…
No way…
You'd rather sneak in
through the kitchen
than call me
and ask for help?
What was he doing
in the kitchen?
Pretending to do something,
just like at home.
You know what?
I don't need her.
Take me to the detention center.
Good idea.
If he wants to call me,
give him a phone card.
Don't hold your breath.
I like the idea
of having time to myself.
I'll rest,
you'll take care of Maayan,
I'll get three meals a day.
Three more than at home.
Great.
You'll have more sex, too.
More than what?
Once a month?
All right,
you're married, I got it.
Take this.
You have 24 hours to report
to a police station with your ID.
-Nitza.
-Yes, Yaakov.
I finished the hedge
and I mowed the lawn
and I fixed the sprinkler,
but I don't understand
what chore number 6 is.
Chore number 6--
switch the dryer
and the washing machine.
How am I supposed to carry
the washing machine?
Yaakov, you were an engineer,
you planned missiles.
Yes, but I didn't carry them.
Then plan how you'll switch
the dryer and the washing machine.
But it's okay,
it can wait till tomorrow.
You know what I was thinking, Yaakov?
People don't keep their books
in the living room anymore.
How about moving
all the books to the study?
But I like them in the living room.
I don't.
It makes the living room all stuffy.
Please move them to the study.
Nitza, that's it.
Last box.
You know what, Yaakov?
Forgive me,
I was wrong, you were right.
Now it looks so empty,
so bare,
it looks like people
who don't read books.
When people walk in,
how will they know
our books are in the study?
I'll tell them.
No, Yaakov, unpack them
and put them back.
Nitza, I'm tired.
I'll take a nap
and then I'll do it this afternoon.
You want to take a nap now?
It's eleven o'clock!
Yaakov,
I'm going to say it like it is.
You're depressed.
There, I said it.
-I'm depressed? Are you sure?
-Don't worry.
We'll find you
the best psychiatrist.
Psychiatrist?
Why a psychiatrist?
Because a psychologist
can't give you meds, Yaakov!
Alamito!
It's three, we have to go.
What's the rush?
The wedding starts at seven.
Yes, but it's my first time
parking in Afula.
How much are we giving them?
One hundred each?
Look in the notebook how much
they gave Gili, it's on the table.
Damn it!
Shmelash, what's wrong?
They gave Gili 2,000 shekels!
Really?
That's awful,
who does he think he is?
We came here together.
He has nothing. Who's he kidding?
So we're not going?
That's not nice.
No way we're going. Now I have to give
more because that was seven years ago.
He thinks we're his saving plan.
Okay, we'll split it.
One thousand each.
I'm not going to Afula!
What'll happen when Ortal gets married?
He'll give 3,000!
He'll be the ruin of us!
We may not have any family left,
but at least we're still alive.
Honey, I'm going down
to the police station.
Good.
I'm all set.
I have my wallet, my ID,
that ticket, keys, phone,
everything.
Then go get it over with.
Yeah, I'll be out of there
in no time.
Cool.
So are you coming with me?
What?
It'll go faster together.
You want me to talk to them?
Of course not,
I can manage on my own.
Oh.
Come on, honey,
I need you to come with me.
Thanks, honey.
When we get there,
please get off the phone, be with me.
Show me affection,
hug me, kiss me.
Dr. Dolev, thank you
for seeing us so late.
-It's an emergency.
-Okay.
What's the story?
Doctor, it turns out
I have concealed depression.
I walk around the house
and keep running into him.
Do you live together?
Yes, but he walks around
in his underwear.
All of a sudden
he turns on the TV!
All of a sudden
he opens the fridge!
All of a sudden he eats!
At the wrong time!
I don't know
what to make up for him to do!
So that he won't watch TV?
Or sleep. He sleeps,
also a sign of depression.
I've run out of chores.
I make stuff up, I say:
"Switch the dryer and the washing machine,
move the books
to the study…"
Since he retired,
I have no life.
I want to kill myself!
Okay, I think I understand.
Are you against taking meds?
On the contrary,
I'm always saying pills, pills, pills.
Okay, are you allergic
to any medication?
For me?!
Here you go, sweetie.
I brought you a fruit platter
before dinner so you won't be hungry.
I'll get you a fork.
Dad,
it's great seeing you two like this.
The therapy really helped, huh?
Since Mom started taking the meds,
it's great being at home.
Hey, Mom, what's up?
-How are you?
-Fine.
Abebech is getting married?
I'm not going to Kiryat Shmona.
It's okay, neither am I.
How are you?
-Fine, and you?
-Great.
Mr. Chocolate Milk
goes to visit his friend
Another Mr. Chocolate Milk
Nitza, we'll skip that song.
Why?
It's about chocolate milk,
an inanimate object.
Everyone loves chocolate milk.
It's Mr. Chocolate Milk.
Not a cup of chocolate milk
visiting another cup of chocolate milk.
I see.
I don't know
what is or isn't offensive anymore.
Then let's make a list.
Mina, Bina, Dina and little Pnina
Vardina and Adina and fat Rina
Vardina and Adina and fat Rina
I think it's very offensive,
but if you have no problem with it…
-I do have a problem.
-So do I.
Good thing he didn't say
"And fat Nitza."
-Disqualified.
-Disqualified.
Are we done with the CDs?
Moving on.
Books, Leah Goldberg,
Room for Rent.
Problem.
What's the problem?
Black cat.
Black cat?
Disqualified.
-Disqualified.
-Disqualified.
So Shmulik the Hedgehog
is out of the question?
I didn't know Ortal has a boyfriend.
Yes, she has a boyfriend.
Is he Ethiopian or ordinary?
He's an ordinary Ethiopian.
What can I tell her?
That your father and I
were very naughty?
Naughty in the river,
at our favorite tree,
on the swing…
No, Mom,
talk to her, not me.
I finished the sculpture.
It's called Gili.
It's a tree
and those are the pebbles.
Is that what yours looks like?
Go to the doctor
and get that checked.
For good sex,
you have to think positive.
I think positive!
-Have an open mind.
-I have an open mind!
-And a little patience!
-Ouch!
Mom, how are you…
Gili, it's not what you think.