On the Job (2021): Season 1, Episode 1 - Tatang - full transcript
Someone needs to stop Clearway Law.
Public shouldn't leave reviews for lawyers.
Tatang.
Are we going back right away?
I was hoping to go somewhere after.
I told you about it, remember?
A pack of Marlboro.
Here.
Here you go.
It's crazy here
but I like it this way.
How many policemen have we walked past?
Did you see the alley by the corner?
Did you count your change?
It's five pesos short.
That asshole!
Let it go, idiot.
Someone's dead! Someone's dead!
What a crowd, right, Tang?
I had a hard time getting away.
You know, I had to pass the...
I'll drop you off at Morayta, Tang
and pick you up later around seven.
I'll stay out for the night.
I'll go back tomorrow.
So it will just be you, Daniel?
Thelma, could I
go back tomorrow with Tatang?
You're going to take such a risk
for just a few hours outside?
You know Rex will be on your case for it.
By the way,
I have to pay for some stuff...
Daniel needs an advance.
Just take it out of his pay tomorrow.
How much?
6,000 pesos.
I have to pay for my mom's dialysis
their electric bill and also for my motel.
Thanks!
Text Rex that you won't make it tonight.
Wanna go grab a bite?
It's my treat. Come on!
No, I've got to go. Take care.
Want me to come with you?
No.
Daniel? -Mama?
Daniel!
Daniel, how have you been?
How are you?
-I'm so glad you called.
David, your brother's on the phone!
How are things?
We're good. How about you?
I knew you were going to call.
I had a gut feeling you would.
Sorry I didn't call earlier.
I was out in the desert last week.
I've been really busy.
It's OK. I just saw Dubai on TV.
Lots of Indians there!
It got me missing you.
There are lots of them here.
If you could only smell them.
They don't shower.
Really?
So are you always covering your nose?
Ma?
Ma? Does Badong still visit?
Of course not.
Why do you ask?
I can't send you money this month.
Save what you can for now.
That's OK. No problem.
I'll just wait for it.
Hurry up, so we can go home.
I'm going off.
All right. Take care.
Come early tomorrow.
-I will.
Don't be late.
Hey! Get away from there!
Move aside!
Keep them in check.
Yes, sir.
What a shit show.
You. Come here.
Secure all the evidence.
Copy, sir.
Take care of this mess.
Who the hell is this?
That's my daughter, sir. I'm sorry.
It's hot.
Mar.
Stop it!
You're horny again?
Save it for later.
What time are you leaving tomorrow?
Eight o'clock.
Eat first, will you?
Mar!
Pa?
Pa?
-Tina!
When did you get back?
Just a while ago.
I got the day off
but I have to go back tomorrow.
This is my boyfriend, Ruel.
He's also studying law.
Good evening.
You already have a boyfriend?
Come on, Pa.
I'm already 24.
Is that so?
Come join us for dinner.
Come on.
Ruel, let's eat.
How is Cebu?
Still the same.
Lonely.
Hotter than ever
and crowded.
Is that why you look so pale?
I bet you stay cooped up inside all day.
How's school?
Your law school is taking forever.
I'll be graduating soon.
I'm taking my bar exam next year.
Once I become Attorney Maghari
you can finally retire.
But I'm still healthy.
And we need the extra money.
I have to go, Tina.
Eat something first.
Don't you have class?
-Later.
Tina.
I still have money.
-Use it for school.
Thanks, Pa.
When are you coming back?
I don't know.
I'll ask for another day off
when my boss is in a good mood.
I wish you could come home more often.
I'll try.
Pa...
Mario.
You forgot your T-shirt.
I'll try, OK?
Take this with you.
Please take care.
And you...
watch out for that Ruel.
Don't let him make you cry.
Of course not, Pa.
Don't you save up what you earn?
Thelma said we have more jobs coming in.
If you can still drink
after Rex is done with you.
Hell yeah!
That's a lot of money.
When will I be able to earn this much?
Patience.
I was a backup for three years
before I got promoted.
Do you think Thelma will hire me?
Do you think she's annoyed with me?
That's what's worrying you?
Ask me if I'm annoyed with you.
Tang.
Two of these.
Wait up, Tang!
For you!
How was the trip?
I saw it on the news.
Next time we'll bring you chocolates.
Right?
Sir, let's go to Lydia's.
Make mine a double.
One isn't enough.
I'll take care of it.
Santos.
Go ahead and clear the way.
Yes, sir.
New Chapter Provincial Jail
Where have you been?
Why did you spend the night out?
Hey!
What took you so long?
Did you build a bloody monument?
The warden's house was huge!
No excuses from you!
Beat them up!
Hey. The warden wants you.
You're lucky. Get out of my face!
Beat him up!
I said, beat him up!
Warden.
This came for you.
This isn't pushing through again.
It's official.
They'll let us know next month.
Take this.
Mario. Be good this time.
Bro.
-Francis!
Dad, he's here.
Francis.
You've already met Renato.
-Sir.
Wally, from the 3rd District.
Of course you haven't met General Pacheco.
My son-in-law, Francis.
It's nice to finally meet you, sir.
Philippine Military Academy,
Class of 2005.
Top of his class!
Then you're better than your dad.
If I remember correctly
he was only third or fourth in his class.
I'm sure you're good at golf.
I don't play, sir.
But your father was a great player.
General...
Nobody move!
Get out of the way!
I said, out of the way!
Police!
Nobody move!
Stay where you are!
Wait a minute!
Where's your warrant?
Warrant?
Here's your warrant!
-My tooth!
Who killed Tiu?
Tiu? I don't know any Tiu.
Wait! Stop!
I was here all day yesterday!
I didn't leave the house!
My stomach was acting up.
You didn't leave?
-No!
You didn't leave.
-That's right.
Hey! What are you doing?
Sir, don't do that!
Sir, no.
Oh, come on.
-Do you know who he is now?
I know him!
He protects the drug dealers in this area.
But that was before.
No one dares go against them.
Do they have friends in uniform?
Why is it taking so long?
You dumb bitch.
We have a guest!
Yes, they have lots.
Even the criminals are afraid of them.
There was a rich Chinese man
who conned Tiu.
He was dead the next day.
Gigi!
Gigi!
Where's Boyet?
-Wait.
Boyet!
Boyet, it's your dad!
Come out here! You're done for.
Boyet.
-Let's go. Come here!
Boyet! Come out of there!
-Why?
Does this fit you?
This? You gave me one just like it.
Where is it?
-In the laundry.
You're lying to me!
Does he still go to school?
He leaves for school everyday.
-Do you?
Not really.
-Are you talking back?
Are you still studying?
Answer him!
-Do you still go to school?
I stopped going to school!
What else do you want to know?
Bloody idiot!
Why?
What were you thinking?
Is that the job you want?
Dealing drugs?
-What?
I thought you were just a user
so you're dealing now?
Remember this.
If you don't go back to school
I'll lock you up myself, remember that.
Tang.
Tang!
Tang!
Look, it's leather.
Where can you wear that?
Here.
Man, everyone's gonna envy me.
You don't need that.
Well, I've earned it.
Looks good, right?
Local police is handling the case.
Salcedo isn't one of us.
He'll only make things difficult.
Maybe he wants more.
Those assholes are greedy.
His wife is running
in this coming election
for councillor.
That's why he needs to lie low.
I can pull some strings
and have the case transferred to the NBI.
From there, Francis can take over.
We need a veteran to handle this.
What if your boy fails?
Our election plans are at stake.
Ben can take care of this.
The faster we close this
the better.
You can do this, right?
Besides, he's family.
I trusted him with my daughter
why don't you trust him
with the business too?
Because I don't trust him.
Whatever you say,
he's still Coronel's son.
Maybe you forgot what his father did.
He almost ruined the whole military
for what he had done.
If you don't trust me...
Nicky's waiting for me, Dad.
I'm telling you, he's going to be
the youngest NBI chief.
He's ambitious.
The more important question is...
can you control him?
Thanks, Dad
but I can't accept this.
They'll audit me at the office.
For God's sake. It's a gift.
They can check my records for all I care.
Is that Dad?
Hello, Dad?
-Let's go.
Dad wants to talk to you.
Why?
Wait. I'm coming with you.
Frans, don't return it.
He'll get really mad if you do.
Come on. It's a nice car.
It's a lot better than your old car.
You'll get used to it.
Acosta, Chief is looking for you.
Sir.
Acosta.
This is A.I.C. Francisco Coronel, Jr
and S.I. Samuel Bernabe of the NBI.
They'll be handling Tiu's case.
Hand over everything to them.
Who gave the order, sir?
That's none of your business.
It's between me and Posadas.
So turn over everything to them.
Now!
Sergeant, do we have a problem?
Maybe you do.
I most certainly don't.
What else do you need? Leads?
Wait, you already have them.
Wait, maybe you want coffee?
How about a massage?
We'll work on the case.
It was moved up because it's a priority.
How old are you?
Thirty-two. Why?
Thirty-two. You know what?
That's how long I've been in service.
So don't take me for a fool.
I know someone powerful is involved here.
I hope you really work on this case.
Not just wait for it to solve itself.
Are you telling us how to do our job?
Shall we talk about that shoot-out
in Pasay?
Let me see... was that ever solved?
Didn't you guys take over that case too?
He'll get it from me.
Forget it. Leave him be.
That's why he's still a sergeant
at his age.
It's not worth it.
Do you see this?
I worked hard for it.
We're the same then.
Here it is.
All the evidence you need.
There's more.
But we won't bring them to you.
Work a little.
That bloody old fart.
My parole's been approved.
I can work full time once I'm out of here.
Tang, that won't work.
Why not?
I can still work.
Don't you know why I use prisoners
for the job?
Because outsiders are a headache
to deal with.
We'll still have the same deal.
Nothing will change.
You're easy to work with now
because you can't complain.
You need the money.
Once you're out, things will change.
You'll be able to choose.
It's too bad,
there's a lot of work coming in.
What will happen when I leave?
Who'll replace me?
At work, someone retires
so newbies can come in.
How's Daniel?
Make sure he's ready.
Don't disappoint me.
Eating again?
Hey, pork chop!
I'll take care of it.
-Later.
Add more salt.
What?
I'll make you eat all that salt.
OK?
Wash it.
-Hey, handsome!
Friggin' faggot!
Son of a bitch.
Wash it properly.
The hell you looking at, faggot?
Sorry, handsome.
Don't give Daniel anything, OK?
Is it done?
I even made it smell good.
Here.
Bring cigarettes next time.
Hey, let's have a game later.
Hell, no. You suck at it.
Get off the damn phone.
Hey, is it ready?
Here's your pork chop.
Get out of here before Simeon sees you.
Like I give a damn.
Chocolate? I have diabetes.
It'll be cigarettes next time.
It's you again.
What's this?
No special treatment for this asshole.
Who the hell do you think you are?
Don't mess with me.
You ordered this?
This isn't for you.
This is for my rats.
That son of a bitch Simeon.
I'll get him for this.
That friggin' bastard.
He's always on my case.
Don't be cocky.
You're the one asking for favors.
What's this?
Bloody hell!
Son of a bitch!
Tatang's getting paroled!
You're getting out?
You're getting out before me.
Hell, you'll be here forever!
Crazy old bastard.
So, wait.
Does Thelma know about this?
Yes.
I already told her.
So you're going full-time?
No.
I'm retiring.
What?
What are you gonna do?
-I don't know.
I'll drive a cab or something.
What about the job?
I'll be frank with you.
You're not ready for this.
What the... come on!
Of course I am! I learnt from you.
That's exactly what I'm saying.
You're too cocky.
Hell, let's be serious.
I'm ready.
This is mine. This is me.
Are you sure?
-Yes.
I'll do everything!
Take off your shoes.
What?
If you want to learn...
do as I say. No questions asked.
If you can't do it, tell me now.
Spare me the headache.
First of all, always blend in.
Keep a low profile.
So you won't attract any attention or envy
especially from the guards.
Give that to Rex.
Bring it to him now.
Sir.
This is for you.
We have to keep them happy.
Don't forget
we can make money
because they let us work.
But don't treat them as friends.
This is just work.
Just work.
My son-in-law, Francis.
You think this job is easy?
If we fail and this thing blows up
it will expose the officials involved
including those
in the Presidential Palace.
Your bill's been watered down.
Is that OK?
You have to give
to get what you want.
Compromise is the key.
That's what you have to learn.
When you're starting out
you should sway like bamboo.
Now, when you're at the top
then you can be as stiff and rigid
like a flag pole.
I don't want to be a politician anyway.
You want to be catching crooks
for the rest of your life?
That's fine too.
But here
we make laws.
We make a nation.
Wake up.
Can you do what I do?
Of course.
If you really want to make a difference
then aim for the congress.
This is the path towards presidency.
I still have a lot to learn.
I can teach you.
Don't worry. I'll help you.
Who do you want?
What are you doing?
Where are you taking me?
What's this about?
We're just workers here.
Whatever the orders are
whoever it may be
we just have to do it.
This is a matter of public interest.
I need you to take care of something
for me.
What are the details?
Don't you trust me, Francis?
Don't ask any questions.
Just do this for me.
And keep it confidential, OK?
You said you'd do anything.
Hey!
It's easy to kill
when you have a reason to.
When you're angry at your target.
You bastard!
But what if you were ordered
to kill an old man who can barely walk?
Could you still do it?
Don't stab him a hundred times.
It should be clean.
Simple.
Don't make a mess this time.
One in the chest to bring them down.
Another in the head...
to be sure.
Stabbing is hard.
You feel the blade entering the flesh.
You can see the pain
on your target's face.
No, please... no.
Could you still do it?
You know why they do that?
It's for insurance.
If we screw up...
we're not just going to get fired.
They know everything about us.
The illegal recruiter you killed...
where your family lives.
They can even track down
your ex-girlfriend.
The party where candidates
have clean records of good governance.
They're ready to make a sacrifice
for the good of our nation.
They are our hope.
They are the future of our nation.
The change we've been waiting for!
NRP!
Chief.
What's this Tiu case?
Do you know?
We're going to Pinatubo.
Bring Nicky along.
Let's break your new car in.
Who was your first hit?
You must've had a hard time too.
How many shots did it take?
It probably took a lot.
Just one, while he was sleeping.
I was thinking of myself.
I didn't want to rot away in jail.
Who did you choose?
He was chosen for me.
Thelma heard he was going to rat them out.
I was his backup for three years.
We'll never know.
One day, if I were to screw up
and they order you to kill me
you should do it.
It's just work. Nothing personal.
That's impossible.
Come on.
You'll never screw up.
But you will kill me?
You son of a bitch.
Hell.
I won't.
I won't.
What about Tina? How about her?
She still has a year before her bar exam.
Didn't you save up some?
Save up some?
I'm just trying to make ends meet.
Everything's so expensive these days.
We can do it.
Cut it out!
Is that a new perfume?
So what?
Let's have another baby.
Don't be ridiculous!
We're too old for that.
Pa.
Tina.
Are you free next week?
We have a mock trial.
I was hoping you could attend.
You know he can't make it.
He can't come home whenever he wants.
Don't worry. I'll be retiring soon.
Soon, I'll be around so much
you'll get sick of seeing me.
PNP (Philippine National Police)
This is your show.
Can you do it?
I'm your backup today.
Faster, they need it now.
I'll bring it right away.
Finish it!
Let's go. Come on!
Tell us what you know.
It will be a big help.
I don't know anything.
I'm just a driver.
It's been ages since I last drove him.
Stop lying to us!
You were always with him.
You know where he went
and whom he talked to.
I've already told you everything.
We need a name!
If you're not filing a case,
then let me go.
This is illegal.
-Says who?
Give me a name. Now!
Ex-O.
Who else worked with Tiu?
Pol. The ex-cop.
They were in close contact before he died.
Pol.
Joaquin.
I need your help.
Shoot. What happened?
It's Linda...
They killed Linda.
I don't know where the kids are.
Hell. Who did this?
I'm here at the old house.
Hell!
Go straight to Rex.
He's there right now.
Wake up. Time to go.
That's why I retired early.
This business pays well.
When they ask for a hit
we use prisoners.
We bring them out to kill the target.
Then we bring them back inside.
No one will ever suspect them.
We aren't the only ones doing this.
Not by far.
There's a similar operation in Bicutan
one in Bulacan.
There's also one in Pampanga.
The people inside are in charge of
getting the prisoners out and back in.
It's all run by money.
That's nothing new.
What I don't understand is...
how did you get involved?
Also, where does Johnny Tiu come in?
He was my boss.
He calls me when there's a job.
I talk to my middleman.
And the middleman handles the prisoners.
The pay goes straight to the middleman.
Before Johnny died
the jobs stopped coming in.
Who killed him?
They were being taken out one by one.
Someone was killed before him.
He was afraid that he would be next.
The General's contacts
were being silenced.
Which general?
-Pacheco.
Hell...
Are you sure?
He's running for senate.
Johnny has all of his cards.
You have to find it.
Buddy...
I need protection.
Linda...
She's gone now.
I'm getting you out of here.
You're not safe here.
I'll go get the car
and then I'll come back for you.
There's a party at Julius' later.
I need phone credit.
50 pesos worth.
What are you doing here?
Why? Aren't I allowed to be here?
What's going on?
Do you still have my number?
Why is it taking so long?
Almost done.
Hell! That's Pol!
Finish the job!
Hell!
What's wrong?
Police! Run!
Stop!
Sir, we'll take care of it!
He got away.
He's alive.
We need to get him to a hospital.
Hang in there, Pol.
Don't go to sleep.
The target's alive.
You didn't finish him off.
Fix this. This won't do.
You screwed up!
Start calling up all the hospitals.
I'll finish this!
Public shouldn't leave reviews for lawyers.
Tatang.
Are we going back right away?
I was hoping to go somewhere after.
I told you about it, remember?
A pack of Marlboro.
Here.
Here you go.
It's crazy here
but I like it this way.
How many policemen have we walked past?
Did you see the alley by the corner?
Did you count your change?
It's five pesos short.
That asshole!
Let it go, idiot.
Someone's dead! Someone's dead!
What a crowd, right, Tang?
I had a hard time getting away.
You know, I had to pass the...
I'll drop you off at Morayta, Tang
and pick you up later around seven.
I'll stay out for the night.
I'll go back tomorrow.
So it will just be you, Daniel?
Thelma, could I
go back tomorrow with Tatang?
You're going to take such a risk
for just a few hours outside?
You know Rex will be on your case for it.
By the way,
I have to pay for some stuff...
Daniel needs an advance.
Just take it out of his pay tomorrow.
How much?
6,000 pesos.
I have to pay for my mom's dialysis
their electric bill and also for my motel.
Thanks!
Text Rex that you won't make it tonight.
Wanna go grab a bite?
It's my treat. Come on!
No, I've got to go. Take care.
Want me to come with you?
No.
Daniel? -Mama?
Daniel!
Daniel, how have you been?
How are you?
-I'm so glad you called.
David, your brother's on the phone!
How are things?
We're good. How about you?
I knew you were going to call.
I had a gut feeling you would.
Sorry I didn't call earlier.
I was out in the desert last week.
I've been really busy.
It's OK. I just saw Dubai on TV.
Lots of Indians there!
It got me missing you.
There are lots of them here.
If you could only smell them.
They don't shower.
Really?
So are you always covering your nose?
Ma?
Ma? Does Badong still visit?
Of course not.
Why do you ask?
I can't send you money this month.
Save what you can for now.
That's OK. No problem.
I'll just wait for it.
Hurry up, so we can go home.
I'm going off.
All right. Take care.
Come early tomorrow.
-I will.
Don't be late.
Hey! Get away from there!
Move aside!
Keep them in check.
Yes, sir.
What a shit show.
You. Come here.
Secure all the evidence.
Copy, sir.
Take care of this mess.
Who the hell is this?
That's my daughter, sir. I'm sorry.
It's hot.
Mar.
Stop it!
You're horny again?
Save it for later.
What time are you leaving tomorrow?
Eight o'clock.
Eat first, will you?
Mar!
Pa?
Pa?
-Tina!
When did you get back?
Just a while ago.
I got the day off
but I have to go back tomorrow.
This is my boyfriend, Ruel.
He's also studying law.
Good evening.
You already have a boyfriend?
Come on, Pa.
I'm already 24.
Is that so?
Come join us for dinner.
Come on.
Ruel, let's eat.
How is Cebu?
Still the same.
Lonely.
Hotter than ever
and crowded.
Is that why you look so pale?
I bet you stay cooped up inside all day.
How's school?
Your law school is taking forever.
I'll be graduating soon.
I'm taking my bar exam next year.
Once I become Attorney Maghari
you can finally retire.
But I'm still healthy.
And we need the extra money.
I have to go, Tina.
Eat something first.
Don't you have class?
-Later.
Tina.
I still have money.
-Use it for school.
Thanks, Pa.
When are you coming back?
I don't know.
I'll ask for another day off
when my boss is in a good mood.
I wish you could come home more often.
I'll try.
Pa...
Mario.
You forgot your T-shirt.
I'll try, OK?
Take this with you.
Please take care.
And you...
watch out for that Ruel.
Don't let him make you cry.
Of course not, Pa.
Don't you save up what you earn?
Thelma said we have more jobs coming in.
If you can still drink
after Rex is done with you.
Hell yeah!
That's a lot of money.
When will I be able to earn this much?
Patience.
I was a backup for three years
before I got promoted.
Do you think Thelma will hire me?
Do you think she's annoyed with me?
That's what's worrying you?
Ask me if I'm annoyed with you.
Tang.
Two of these.
Wait up, Tang!
For you!
How was the trip?
I saw it on the news.
Next time we'll bring you chocolates.
Right?
Sir, let's go to Lydia's.
Make mine a double.
One isn't enough.
I'll take care of it.
Santos.
Go ahead and clear the way.
Yes, sir.
New Chapter Provincial Jail
Where have you been?
Why did you spend the night out?
Hey!
What took you so long?
Did you build a bloody monument?
The warden's house was huge!
No excuses from you!
Beat them up!
Hey. The warden wants you.
You're lucky. Get out of my face!
Beat him up!
I said, beat him up!
Warden.
This came for you.
This isn't pushing through again.
It's official.
They'll let us know next month.
Take this.
Mario. Be good this time.
Bro.
-Francis!
Dad, he's here.
Francis.
You've already met Renato.
-Sir.
Wally, from the 3rd District.
Of course you haven't met General Pacheco.
My son-in-law, Francis.
It's nice to finally meet you, sir.
Philippine Military Academy,
Class of 2005.
Top of his class!
Then you're better than your dad.
If I remember correctly
he was only third or fourth in his class.
I'm sure you're good at golf.
I don't play, sir.
But your father was a great player.
General...
Nobody move!
Get out of the way!
I said, out of the way!
Police!
Nobody move!
Stay where you are!
Wait a minute!
Where's your warrant?
Warrant?
Here's your warrant!
-My tooth!
Who killed Tiu?
Tiu? I don't know any Tiu.
Wait! Stop!
I was here all day yesterday!
I didn't leave the house!
My stomach was acting up.
You didn't leave?
-No!
You didn't leave.
-That's right.
Hey! What are you doing?
Sir, don't do that!
Sir, no.
Oh, come on.
-Do you know who he is now?
I know him!
He protects the drug dealers in this area.
But that was before.
No one dares go against them.
Do they have friends in uniform?
Why is it taking so long?
You dumb bitch.
We have a guest!
Yes, they have lots.
Even the criminals are afraid of them.
There was a rich Chinese man
who conned Tiu.
He was dead the next day.
Gigi!
Gigi!
Where's Boyet?
-Wait.
Boyet!
Boyet, it's your dad!
Come out here! You're done for.
Boyet.
-Let's go. Come here!
Boyet! Come out of there!
-Why?
Does this fit you?
This? You gave me one just like it.
Where is it?
-In the laundry.
You're lying to me!
Does he still go to school?
He leaves for school everyday.
-Do you?
Not really.
-Are you talking back?
Are you still studying?
Answer him!
-Do you still go to school?
I stopped going to school!
What else do you want to know?
Bloody idiot!
Why?
What were you thinking?
Is that the job you want?
Dealing drugs?
-What?
I thought you were just a user
so you're dealing now?
Remember this.
If you don't go back to school
I'll lock you up myself, remember that.
Tang.
Tang!
Tang!
Look, it's leather.
Where can you wear that?
Here.
Man, everyone's gonna envy me.
You don't need that.
Well, I've earned it.
Looks good, right?
Local police is handling the case.
Salcedo isn't one of us.
He'll only make things difficult.
Maybe he wants more.
Those assholes are greedy.
His wife is running
in this coming election
for councillor.
That's why he needs to lie low.
I can pull some strings
and have the case transferred to the NBI.
From there, Francis can take over.
We need a veteran to handle this.
What if your boy fails?
Our election plans are at stake.
Ben can take care of this.
The faster we close this
the better.
You can do this, right?
Besides, he's family.
I trusted him with my daughter
why don't you trust him
with the business too?
Because I don't trust him.
Whatever you say,
he's still Coronel's son.
Maybe you forgot what his father did.
He almost ruined the whole military
for what he had done.
If you don't trust me...
Nicky's waiting for me, Dad.
I'm telling you, he's going to be
the youngest NBI chief.
He's ambitious.
The more important question is...
can you control him?
Thanks, Dad
but I can't accept this.
They'll audit me at the office.
For God's sake. It's a gift.
They can check my records for all I care.
Is that Dad?
Hello, Dad?
-Let's go.
Dad wants to talk to you.
Why?
Wait. I'm coming with you.
Frans, don't return it.
He'll get really mad if you do.
Come on. It's a nice car.
It's a lot better than your old car.
You'll get used to it.
Acosta, Chief is looking for you.
Sir.
Acosta.
This is A.I.C. Francisco Coronel, Jr
and S.I. Samuel Bernabe of the NBI.
They'll be handling Tiu's case.
Hand over everything to them.
Who gave the order, sir?
That's none of your business.
It's between me and Posadas.
So turn over everything to them.
Now!
Sergeant, do we have a problem?
Maybe you do.
I most certainly don't.
What else do you need? Leads?
Wait, you already have them.
Wait, maybe you want coffee?
How about a massage?
We'll work on the case.
It was moved up because it's a priority.
How old are you?
Thirty-two. Why?
Thirty-two. You know what?
That's how long I've been in service.
So don't take me for a fool.
I know someone powerful is involved here.
I hope you really work on this case.
Not just wait for it to solve itself.
Are you telling us how to do our job?
Shall we talk about that shoot-out
in Pasay?
Let me see... was that ever solved?
Didn't you guys take over that case too?
He'll get it from me.
Forget it. Leave him be.
That's why he's still a sergeant
at his age.
It's not worth it.
Do you see this?
I worked hard for it.
We're the same then.
Here it is.
All the evidence you need.
There's more.
But we won't bring them to you.
Work a little.
That bloody old fart.
My parole's been approved.
I can work full time once I'm out of here.
Tang, that won't work.
Why not?
I can still work.
Don't you know why I use prisoners
for the job?
Because outsiders are a headache
to deal with.
We'll still have the same deal.
Nothing will change.
You're easy to work with now
because you can't complain.
You need the money.
Once you're out, things will change.
You'll be able to choose.
It's too bad,
there's a lot of work coming in.
What will happen when I leave?
Who'll replace me?
At work, someone retires
so newbies can come in.
How's Daniel?
Make sure he's ready.
Don't disappoint me.
Eating again?
Hey, pork chop!
I'll take care of it.
-Later.
Add more salt.
What?
I'll make you eat all that salt.
OK?
Wash it.
-Hey, handsome!
Friggin' faggot!
Son of a bitch.
Wash it properly.
The hell you looking at, faggot?
Sorry, handsome.
Don't give Daniel anything, OK?
Is it done?
I even made it smell good.
Here.
Bring cigarettes next time.
Hey, let's have a game later.
Hell, no. You suck at it.
Get off the damn phone.
Hey, is it ready?
Here's your pork chop.
Get out of here before Simeon sees you.
Like I give a damn.
Chocolate? I have diabetes.
It'll be cigarettes next time.
It's you again.
What's this?
No special treatment for this asshole.
Who the hell do you think you are?
Don't mess with me.
You ordered this?
This isn't for you.
This is for my rats.
That son of a bitch Simeon.
I'll get him for this.
That friggin' bastard.
He's always on my case.
Don't be cocky.
You're the one asking for favors.
What's this?
Bloody hell!
Son of a bitch!
Tatang's getting paroled!
You're getting out?
You're getting out before me.
Hell, you'll be here forever!
Crazy old bastard.
So, wait.
Does Thelma know about this?
Yes.
I already told her.
So you're going full-time?
No.
I'm retiring.
What?
What are you gonna do?
-I don't know.
I'll drive a cab or something.
What about the job?
I'll be frank with you.
You're not ready for this.
What the... come on!
Of course I am! I learnt from you.
That's exactly what I'm saying.
You're too cocky.
Hell, let's be serious.
I'm ready.
This is mine. This is me.
Are you sure?
-Yes.
I'll do everything!
Take off your shoes.
What?
If you want to learn...
do as I say. No questions asked.
If you can't do it, tell me now.
Spare me the headache.
First of all, always blend in.
Keep a low profile.
So you won't attract any attention or envy
especially from the guards.
Give that to Rex.
Bring it to him now.
Sir.
This is for you.
We have to keep them happy.
Don't forget
we can make money
because they let us work.
But don't treat them as friends.
This is just work.
Just work.
My son-in-law, Francis.
You think this job is easy?
If we fail and this thing blows up
it will expose the officials involved
including those
in the Presidential Palace.
Your bill's been watered down.
Is that OK?
You have to give
to get what you want.
Compromise is the key.
That's what you have to learn.
When you're starting out
you should sway like bamboo.
Now, when you're at the top
then you can be as stiff and rigid
like a flag pole.
I don't want to be a politician anyway.
You want to be catching crooks
for the rest of your life?
That's fine too.
But here
we make laws.
We make a nation.
Wake up.
Can you do what I do?
Of course.
If you really want to make a difference
then aim for the congress.
This is the path towards presidency.
I still have a lot to learn.
I can teach you.
Don't worry. I'll help you.
Who do you want?
What are you doing?
Where are you taking me?
What's this about?
We're just workers here.
Whatever the orders are
whoever it may be
we just have to do it.
This is a matter of public interest.
I need you to take care of something
for me.
What are the details?
Don't you trust me, Francis?
Don't ask any questions.
Just do this for me.
And keep it confidential, OK?
You said you'd do anything.
Hey!
It's easy to kill
when you have a reason to.
When you're angry at your target.
You bastard!
But what if you were ordered
to kill an old man who can barely walk?
Could you still do it?
Don't stab him a hundred times.
It should be clean.
Simple.
Don't make a mess this time.
One in the chest to bring them down.
Another in the head...
to be sure.
Stabbing is hard.
You feel the blade entering the flesh.
You can see the pain
on your target's face.
No, please... no.
Could you still do it?
You know why they do that?
It's for insurance.
If we screw up...
we're not just going to get fired.
They know everything about us.
The illegal recruiter you killed...
where your family lives.
They can even track down
your ex-girlfriend.
The party where candidates
have clean records of good governance.
They're ready to make a sacrifice
for the good of our nation.
They are our hope.
They are the future of our nation.
The change we've been waiting for!
NRP!
Chief.
What's this Tiu case?
Do you know?
We're going to Pinatubo.
Bring Nicky along.
Let's break your new car in.
Who was your first hit?
You must've had a hard time too.
How many shots did it take?
It probably took a lot.
Just one, while he was sleeping.
I was thinking of myself.
I didn't want to rot away in jail.
Who did you choose?
He was chosen for me.
Thelma heard he was going to rat them out.
I was his backup for three years.
We'll never know.
One day, if I were to screw up
and they order you to kill me
you should do it.
It's just work. Nothing personal.
That's impossible.
Come on.
You'll never screw up.
But you will kill me?
You son of a bitch.
Hell.
I won't.
I won't.
What about Tina? How about her?
She still has a year before her bar exam.
Didn't you save up some?
Save up some?
I'm just trying to make ends meet.
Everything's so expensive these days.
We can do it.
Cut it out!
Is that a new perfume?
So what?
Let's have another baby.
Don't be ridiculous!
We're too old for that.
Pa.
Tina.
Are you free next week?
We have a mock trial.
I was hoping you could attend.
You know he can't make it.
He can't come home whenever he wants.
Don't worry. I'll be retiring soon.
Soon, I'll be around so much
you'll get sick of seeing me.
PNP (Philippine National Police)
This is your show.
Can you do it?
I'm your backup today.
Faster, they need it now.
I'll bring it right away.
Finish it!
Let's go. Come on!
Tell us what you know.
It will be a big help.
I don't know anything.
I'm just a driver.
It's been ages since I last drove him.
Stop lying to us!
You were always with him.
You know where he went
and whom he talked to.
I've already told you everything.
We need a name!
If you're not filing a case,
then let me go.
This is illegal.
-Says who?
Give me a name. Now!
Ex-O.
Who else worked with Tiu?
Pol. The ex-cop.
They were in close contact before he died.
Pol.
Joaquin.
I need your help.
Shoot. What happened?
It's Linda...
They killed Linda.
I don't know where the kids are.
Hell. Who did this?
I'm here at the old house.
Hell!
Go straight to Rex.
He's there right now.
Wake up. Time to go.
That's why I retired early.
This business pays well.
When they ask for a hit
we use prisoners.
We bring them out to kill the target.
Then we bring them back inside.
No one will ever suspect them.
We aren't the only ones doing this.
Not by far.
There's a similar operation in Bicutan
one in Bulacan.
There's also one in Pampanga.
The people inside are in charge of
getting the prisoners out and back in.
It's all run by money.
That's nothing new.
What I don't understand is...
how did you get involved?
Also, where does Johnny Tiu come in?
He was my boss.
He calls me when there's a job.
I talk to my middleman.
And the middleman handles the prisoners.
The pay goes straight to the middleman.
Before Johnny died
the jobs stopped coming in.
Who killed him?
They were being taken out one by one.
Someone was killed before him.
He was afraid that he would be next.
The General's contacts
were being silenced.
Which general?
-Pacheco.
Hell...
Are you sure?
He's running for senate.
Johnny has all of his cards.
You have to find it.
Buddy...
I need protection.
Linda...
She's gone now.
I'm getting you out of here.
You're not safe here.
I'll go get the car
and then I'll come back for you.
There's a party at Julius' later.
I need phone credit.
50 pesos worth.
What are you doing here?
Why? Aren't I allowed to be here?
What's going on?
Do you still have my number?
Why is it taking so long?
Almost done.
Hell! That's Pol!
Finish the job!
Hell!
What's wrong?
Police! Run!
Stop!
Sir, we'll take care of it!
He got away.
He's alive.
We need to get him to a hospital.
Hang in there, Pol.
Don't go to sleep.
The target's alive.
You didn't finish him off.
Fix this. This won't do.
You screwed up!
Start calling up all the hospitals.
I'll finish this!