Packed to the Rafters (2008–2013): Season 6, Episode 3 - Setting Limits - full transcript
Sometimes, life
is about setting limits.
Darling, can you
pick up a few things
from the supermarket
for me, please?
Knowing
what you can take on
and what you can't.
-Okay, sure.
-You're the best.
Dad, can you drop this
house application off for me?
The real estate agent's
pretty much on the way.
-Pretty much?
-Yeah, it's an amazing place,
decent price.
I'd hate to miss it.
-Okay, give it here.
-The agent's address
is on the top.
You are the best dad.
Sorry I'm late.
Traffic was mental.
What is it with you
and traffic?
I should've taken
Station Street--
No, no,
don't worry. Let's go.
Frankie's going
to meet us there.
-All right.
- Hey, Dave?
Dave, I believe you're taking
this one to day care.
Oh.
Come here.
-You have a lovely day.
-Yep.
I'm the best apparently.
-Me...
-Come on.
I've never been
that good at saying no.
♪ I don't wanna work anymore ♪
♪ Whoa ♪
♪ I just wanna live instead ♪
♪ Whoa ♪
♪ Everyone is saying
I'm all... ♪
Saw Matt
naked this morning.
So that's a new low.
Good morning to you, too.
- How'd that happen?
- Oh,
he ran out of the shower
to get a towel.
I was eating.
There's not enough
brain bleach in the world
-to erase that memory.
I so need a break.
I actually look forward
to coming to work.
-Sorry.
-I've got a job
that you actually might like.
What? Rewiring
a tropical island?
Close. Remember
grouchy Mr. Arthur?
Yeah, corgi guy who turned out
to be a big softie.
That's the one.
It's just a small job.
-Small job?
- Yeah.
No Matt required,
naked or otherwise.
My day is looking
better already.
Nice to see you again,
Frankie.
You too, Mr. Arthur.
I'll tell you what,
call me Alan.
All right then.
Wow, these are incredible.
They're so healthy.
I'm terrible with plants.
Yeah, a bit of water
every day,
some occasional sun.
A lot less trouble
than corgis.
Come through.
After you.
So what seems to be
the problem here, Alan?
Well, the lamp
stopped working.
I tried changing the globe,
but no luck.
All right,
I'll test the power point.
- Ah...
I reckon you're going
to need a little help.
-Have you got it?
Yeah.
-There.
-Oh, yep, yep, no beauty.
-That should do it.
-Oh, God, no worries.
These guns need a workout
every once in a while.
They look more like
pop guns to me.
Oh, you'd be surprised.
I can take it
from here. Thanks for coming.
Oh, who's going to help you
move it back?
Uh, Dave will be here
eventually.
Eventually? I don't
like the sound of that.
-No, I'll hang around.
- Well I...
Actually, I'll just call you
when the job's done.
No,
I might come in handy.
Get in the way
more likely.
-How about that cuppa now?
-Yeah, that'd be great.
A white with two,
thanks, Alan.
Mr. Arthur to you.
I'm glad to see
you put some clothes on.
Oh, yeah.
Sorry about that.
I thought you'd left already.
-Well, he's fun, isn't he?
-He's all right.
Oh, yeah, to you.
In fact,
I think Mr. Arthur
might have a bit
of a crush on our Frankie.
Hello, Dave.
Joan. I didn't think
you'd be around today.
My meeting got cancelled.
I tried to call you.
I left my phone at home.
This is Buzz,
our latest addition.
-Buzz, Joan Kennedy.
-How are you going?
I'll be inside for a while
if you need me.
Yeah, no worries.
-She's a bundle of laughs.
-She pays on time,
that's the main thing.
You want to start
-the side path?
-Actually I've...
I've got to talk to you
about something.
-That sounds ominous.
It's not that bad.
Jackson's school just called.
He's copped
a two-day suspension.
Oh, yeah, what for? Gluing
a locker shut in the gym.
They had to cut it open
to get the rugby balls.
Anyway, his mom's on a course
and I've got to--
So you've got to pick him up.
And bring him back here,
if that's cool?
What, there's nowhere else
you can take him?
Friends or relatives?
Not really. Sorry.
Okay, okay.
How about this.
How about we get
costumes made up,
we go somewhere busy,
-and we hand out flyers?
-Costumes?
Yeah, you know something
to do with the gardening,
you know, like a cactus
or a caterpillar.
Carbo we're trying
to present ourselves
-as an upmarket business.
-Okay,
what's your big idea then?
-Well how about a radio ad?
-Can we afford it?
We've got to spend money
to make money.
Yeah, sure, but you have
to have money
in the first place
which we don't have any more.
-Oh, here we go.
- Will you two stop it?
The constant fighting thing
is getting really old.
She's right.
I hate fighting with you.
Me too.
-I'm sorry.
- Thank God.
Now let's focus
on what's important.
Yes, like someone's
new boyfriend?
Like marketing ideas
and he's not my boyfriend.
Yeah, but you're working on it
with your little sleepover.
Okay, I like him.
A lot.
Well, have you told Benno
about him?
They broke up
ages ago.
Yeah, still, but I'm sure
Benno would like to know.
She doesn't need
his permission.
It's more of a heads up.
It's none of your business
anyway.
Oh, wow, the truce lasted
all of ten seconds.
You guys need
some sort of stress release.
Join a gym or pat a kitten.
-I'm opening up the shop.
-Wait. I'm coming with you.
Hey, Jackson.
You got yourself in a bit
of trouble, I believe.
It wasn't my fault.
The locker glued
itself shut did it?
It was a joke.
It's not my fault
they don't have
a sense of humor.
Nothing to do with the fact
that you hate school sport?
I don't hate sport.
Just the teacher.
Well, you're
on a worksite now,
so you've got to keep
out of our way
-and out of trouble.
-Cool.
-You got homework?
-Yeah.
Well, you can go and do
it over there if you want.
Okay, your turn to man
the fort now.
I've got to go
and grab my mobile
and check up on Frankie.
Yeah, no worries.
Mate, homework.
One sec.
Whatever keeps him
out of trouble, right?
Good luck.
-Dad?
-Mmm-hmm?
Do you want to invite
Eleanor over
-for dinner tonight?
-You mean that?
Yeah. I enjoyed
seeing her last time.
Oh, goodo.
I'll give her a call.
I'll do a roast.
A roast? Tonight?
Mom, it's the...
It's the one night I'm out.
Darling, this isn't about you.
-Ooh, half day, Dad?
- Oh.
Here. You left it in the shed.
Yeah, I blame all
the extra jobs
you guys gave me this morning.
Well, if men were
better multitaskers--
-Ha-ha. I better keep moving.
-Oh, actually,
I need to add
to the shopping list.
Eleanor might be coming
for dinner.
Just text them to me.
Did you drop
my application off?
Yep. Hardly on my way, though.
Did you see that I put you
down as my employer reference?
-No, but it's okay.
-Yeah, I might have one more
-teeny tiny favor to ask--
-Mate, I've got to get
-back to work.
-I may have changed your name
-slightly as my referee.
-Okay.
So if anyone asks
today, you're Dave Rafferty
-at Rafferty Electrical.
-Why?
So that we don't have
the same surname.
-Okay, whatever.
- So don't answer
your phone as Dave Rafter.
-Maybe just say "Hello."
-Should I be taking notes?
Anything else I need to know
about my character?
No, just that
you're Dave Rafferty
and that you say hello.
You'll be fine.
I need to make
some work calls.
-Oh, uh, and Dad--
-I'm the best. I know.
Actually, I was going
to ask you to tell them
that I worked for you
for five years
but that too.
What's so funny?
Well, why did you say yes?
Because I'm a nice guy.
Oh, yeah, that's one way
of putting it.
Got to go.
Love you.
-Here's a fresh one for you.
- Ah, ta.
Don't worry about me.
I'm still good.
Where did you find this one?
Oh, hello.
-Good to see you again.
-Yeah, you too, Mr. Arthur.
-Why are you still here?
- Yeah, I've been
wondering exactly
the same thing myself.
I'm just on standby
in case Frankie
needs any more help
and company.
- How's it going?
-It turned out to be
a much bigger job
than we first thought.
Are you all right with that,
Mr. Arthur?
Oh, of course,
if it needs to be done.
Call me Alan.
Okay, Alan.
Would you like
a cup of tea?
No, I'm right, thanks.
I'm just wondering
about that old Kombi
you have out there.
Oh. It's seen better days.
-Is it yours?
- It is.
Do you mind if I have
a quick look?
Be my guest.
I was in a band once.
We used to get around
in one of these.
Yeah, well,
it took the wife and me
around the whole country.
It never let us down.
I wish I could say the same
about ours.
-Does it still drive?
-No.
Council's due to pick it up.
They'll just sell it
for scrap. What a waste.
What, do you want it?
If you want it,
take it, it's yours.
-Are you serious?
-Sure.
If you're willing to get
it towed, it's yours.
You have to do it today,
though.
Mum, a visitor.
- Oh.
-Just a quick pop in.
-I hope you don't mind?
-No, of course not.
Actually, why don't you stay
for dinner?
Ooh, I'd love to but
I'll have to leave by 8:30.
Oh, early start?
-A late supper date.
- Oh. Who with?
-Oh. Again?
-Yes, that's right.
Oh. So soon?
I didn't realize
you were keeping score.
Oh, well, I'm not.
Well, maybe I am
but it's just it's so...
I might just work in my room.
- So what?
-Well, it's just unusual,
in my limited experience,
that's all.
Well, it happens, Julie.
It is the world's oldest
profession,
so it must have something
going for it.
Yeah, I just think
you should set yourself
some limits, that's all.
Well, that's exactly
what I'm doing.
I'm separating sex
from emotion.
So, why'd you call it
a supper date then?
It's just a polite
euphemism.
It's not to say
we can't also be friends.
-You hardly even know him.
-That's not true.
I know that his real name
is Craig
and I even know
where he lives.
What, he told you?
Not exactly.
His wallet dropped
on the floor
and I got a glimpse
of his driver's license.
-So much for limits.
It's a really
good neighborhood.
Sorry. What is that noise?
What's going on?
Dad's got himself
a new project.
-Isn't she a beauty?
-A what?
I better go.
I'll see you later tonight.
Yeah, see you.
I'm going to fix it up,
put it back on the road
where it belongs.
That's where it
belongs? Not the scrap yard?
Remember that Kombi that our
band used to get around in?
The one that broke
down every five minutes?
This one's
got a good track record.
It just needs
a little bit of TLC.
Where are
you going to find the time?
You're already busy.
You know how
you're always at me
to read more and I say
I haven't got time
-and you say--
-I say there's always time
for a good book.
That's not a good book.
-That's a junk heap.
-Hey, no need to get personal.
She didn't mean it, baby.
Don't worry.
Oh, lost already.
Well, it won't take long.
What, a week? Two weeks?
Well, a job like this,
maybe four, five?
-No idea, right?
-None at all.
- Dad, Dad remember--
Yeah, yeah, yeah.
Hello. Dave Rafferty.
Yes.
No, no, Buzz, it's me.
-What do you mean trouble?
-Oh.
-Vodka?
-I didn't touch anything.
Mate, she caught you
with a bottle in your hand.
-I was just looking at it.
-You had the cap off.
I smelt it, that's all.
No big deal.
Excuse me?
What were you doing inside
-in the first place?
-Go and wait in the van.
Go and wait in the van.
I'm really sorry
about all of this.
Me too.
I'll buy you a new bottle.
I'd like it if you could
finish up as soon as possible.
Okay, but we still have
to come back tomorrow.
All right.
And I'm sorry,
but I won't be
hiring you again.
Mate, I'm sorry.
I gave him a good talking to--
Did you?
He can spend the rest
of the day in the van,
do his homework in there,
whatever.
I'll tell him.
And make sure
he's not here tomorrow.
Nice work, big fella.
You need a hand packing up?
No, thanks.
I'll see you at home.
Home?
I mean, my place
where you're staying.
-Temporarily.
-Yeah,
-well, eventually.
- What?
Well, I'll see you
at your place eventually.
-I am out tonight.
-Really?
-Well, clearly, you're gutted.
- Sorry.
-I just need some downtime.
- Oh, yeah, fair enough.
I'm sick of the sight
of you too.
I'm heading off, Mr. Arthur.
Oh, what a shame.
Hey, thanks for your
hospitality.
I'll see you back at the ranch
if you're not home too late.
Don't tell me you
live with him too?
No, not really.
He's just staying for a while.
So your lamp's working again,
but I need to come back
tomorrow and finish off
some wiring.
-Are you going to be around?
-Oh, I've got a few errands
but you can let yourself in.
I'll leave the key
under the pot plant just here.
Too easy. All right.
I'll see you tomorrow.
-I might pick up a cake too.
-Oh, don't go to any trouble.
Who said it was for you?
I'm supposed to be
expanding my client base,
-not shrinking it.
-Well, she might calm down.
If a tradie's kid
pinches stuff from your house,
-would you have him back?
- Well, after a job
well done and a sincere
apology, maybe.
Well, sorry doesn't solve
everything, Jules.
No.
Did you get chickpeas?
-Were they on the list?
- No.
I'm not a mind reader.
I can't believe Buzz
is such a pushover.
The kid doesn't even get
a slap on the wrist.
Well, it must be hard
being a part time dad.
I mean, you don't want
to spend your whole time
-being a disciplinarian.
-Sure, but when it's due.
Oh, darling, don't put
the mushrooms on the bottom.
-They get squashed.
-Plus he's often late.
It's like he's taking
advantage.
Well, maybe he's too
easy going.
You should set
some boundaries.
Dave Rafter.
Who?
Oh, oh, yes, um, yeah, yeah,
Rafferty, yeah, that's me.
Yeah, yeah, he's been
working for me for five years.
Yep. Very trustworthy,
reliable,
and a very good worker.
No problems. Any time.
-Stellar work, Dad.
-Sorry, mate, I forgot.
But they're not going
to take me seriously now.
-Nathan--
-No, I never trusted
family references
when I worked in real estate.
Well, it was a mistake.
What do you want me to say?
-Don't worry about it.
-You might still get it.
Oh, yeah.
Sorry, mate.
-What?
-Nothing.
Dave Rafferty.
Pushover.
Ooh, it looks yum.
I hope Craig likes quiche.
I should've checked
when I invited him.
Yeah, well, don't all
metrosexuals enjoy quiche?
What magazines
have you been reading?
Besides,
you haven't even met him.
Let's see. He's well educated,
a good dresser.
Witty, charming, sensitive.
I've been gushing, haven't I?
-Sorry.
-So does your mum know?
- No.
It hasn't come up yet.
Well, you went out with Ben
and he worked with her.
How is dating her handyman
any different?
Don't scare her.
What is that?
It's a dog.
-Her name is Julie.
-Julie?
Yeah.
It says on her name tag.
-Look. Funny, huh?
- Oh, so adorable.
- Mmm-hmm.
-Where did she come from?
Animal shelter.
I was passing by.
Something drew me in.
It turns out it was Julie.
-So you adopted her?
-Yeah. She's cute, huh?
Look, stress release,
remember?
Look, I hate gyms and kittens
grow into cats.
Well, I hope you kept
the receipt.
Why?
Because we're not keeping her.
But you love dogs.
Do you remember
our goldfish?
Yeah, what about them?
-I killed them.
-Yes, but fish are tiny, okay?
Dogs are much bigger.
Harder to kill.
Yeah, well, I wish you talked
to me about this first
instead of just making the
decision for the both of us.
Babe. Ret...
Julie, Julie, look,
sometimes parents fight.
This is not your fault.
Well, if you want
my two cents worth,
-Nathan was way out of line.
-You won't hear me argue.
Yeah, well,
I can't believe you agreed
-to it in the first place.
-Okay, Jules, I get it.
You can change the record.
-What?
-And what about that wreck
-out the front?
- What about it?
Well, are you offering
free council cleanups
-for clients now?
-A Kombi for nothing,
-that's a steal.
-No, that's an old man
getting you to do for nothing
what he was going to pay
someone.
How do you know
I'm not looking forward
-to doing it up?
-Well, how about
30 years of marriage?
I've never seen you interested
in cars the
-whole time I've known you.
-Well, I'll be driving it
before you know it
and that's the last I want
-to hear on the subject.
-I'll believe that
-when I see it.
-Jules.
Oh.
Shake. Oh, good girl.
You're a clever dog,
aren't you, Julie?
Yes, you are.
You're a clever dog, yes.
We really can't call her that.
That's all she knows.
But if you want to choose
a new name--
We're still not keeping her.
Oh, they just look wrong.
You know,
why do they look wrong?
No, they're fine.
Look, don't worry. Relax.
Breathe.
That's him.
Okay, honey,
can you get that?
Okay. You stay.
You sure you don't
want to stay?
I mean, there's plenty.
Look, you don't want us
in the way.
Don't worry. Everything
is going to be perfect.
- Hi, Mrs. M.
- Hello, Carbo.
-Oh, my God, why now?
Hello. Ooh.
This is nice.
- Mmm-hmm.
- Julie.
Julie, come here.
-Julie?
- Sorry.
I'm just going to go
help him.
Mum, what are you doing here?
I just thought I'd pop in
on my way next door.
Whose dog was that?
Carbo got it
from the pound for Retta.
Shouldn't you be going
straight next door,
I mean if Julie's
expecting you?
Some of those dogs have
behavioral issues, you know?
-I hope it's not a barker.
-You know, that champagne,
-you should get that on ice.
-I'm sure Julie's got some--
Or a biter. Have you had
your tetanus shot?
-Rabies.
-Uh, you know what,
let's talk tomorrow.
You don't want to be late.
Don't forget to make an
appointment with the doctor.
Yeah, okay, Mum!
Just... Goodbye.
- Julie!
- Julie!
Come here, girl!
-Julie, where are you?
-Uh...
Oh, mate,
she must be exploring.
Poor thing.
She won't know
where she lives.
-Has she been desexed?
- Yeah,
she's got to be.
Geez, I hope she is.
-What if she's on heat?
- Okay.
You go that way,
I'll go this way
and we'll meet back here,
okay?
Okay. Okay.
Hi, Julie.
Sorry I'm late.
-Are you okay?
-Yes, I'm fine.
Come in.
Eleanor's already here.
Eleanor? As in--
As in the woman Dad
had the affair with,
yes, that Eleanor.
Oh, thanks.
There you go. Red, wasn't it?
Thank you. Thanks.
So you used to be Ted
and Julie's neighbor?
A long time ago.
What's the goss?
Um--
Well, you must have
some juicy stories?
Oh, uh, I didn't mean...
I meant, you must--
What Julie was like
as a child?
- Oh.
-Yes.
A little feisty.
Lots of cuts and bruises.
Why am I not surprised
to hear that?
And this one?
Oh, always charming and sweet.
Always?
Despite the gruff exterior.
It's nice to be close
to your neighbors, isn't it?
Oh, when I say close,
I mean able to do favors
for one another.
When I say favors,
I mean like a cup of sugar--
You are ancient history.
It's like Eleanor says.
We'd rather talk about
the here and now.
Yeah, I'll drink to that.
Yes. Well, who's hungry?
-Dinner's ready.
-My favorite two words.
Okay, everyone.
Take a seat.
Thank you again for having me.
Very kind.
Oh. You're welcome.
Any time.
Nice.
G'day, g'day.
Oh, hey, Frankie.
-Plates?
- Just there, mate.
Hey, I thought
you were going out?
Oh, yeah, we were
but the place we went
suddenly got popular
and I queue for no man.
Hey, great minds think alike.
-Well, that's brekkie sorted.
-Yeah, who doesn't love
pepperoni first thing
in the morning?
And the best part...
Porky's? Again?
-Yeah. It's a classic.
-We watched it last week.
Yeah, and you loved it.
Nate still hasn't seen it.
Just lucky, I guess.
Hey, great place by the way.
Thanks.
You sure you've got to leave?
Yes, I've got
a prior engagement.
A hot date?
No, no,
nothing like that.
Oh, Dad,
don't take those away.
We haven't had dessert yet.
Yes, we have.
Haven't we?
Are you putting
us on a diet, Ted?
Excuse me.
Nice to meet you,
Eleanor.
Oh. you too.
-I'll show you to the door.
-Right. Bye then.
-Oh, darling, was that Ruby?
-Yeah, I'll check on her.
-Can I help you, Julie?
-No, no, no, sit, please.
- Well actually,
I'm glad that we have
a few moments alone.
Oh?
Well, Ted forgetting
the dessert just now.
I've noticed he's done
that a bit, you know,
mixing up names and places.
-I just wondered--
-I don't know what to say.
Oh, I'm so sorry.
I shouldn't have
said anything.
No, no,
it's not you, it's...
You're right,
he does forget things.
My aunt, she had it.
And I know how hard it is
on the family
and I want you to know
I'm happy to help where I can.
-Oh.
- Dad.
Ah. What are you doing
helping out?
-You're the guest.
-I insisted.
Well, I insist
you take a seat.
False alarm.
Let's get this dessert
on the road.
Hmm.
It smells delicious.
Ooh,
wait 'til you taste it.
♪ Don't get me wrong ♪
♪ Time's moving on ♪
What's so funny?
Nothing.
Look, come on.
You have to tell me now.
You nearly ran
into my mum before.
-Yeah?
You just missed
her when you arrived.
Right.
Sorry. That's a real
mood killer, isn't it?
Oh, you're keeping me
a secret?
No, I just thought
Mum might find it odd
where we first met,
her place.
It's fine by me
if you never tell her.
She's going to have
to know sometime.
Um, look,
tonight's been great but...
But what?
I should've said before.
I've got an essay to finish.
It's due tomorrow.
And you have to do it now?
I'm sorry.
I'll make it up to you.
I promise.
Okay, well,
do what you have to.
-Let me see you out.
-No, no, stay.
-I'll call you.
-Sure.
And thanks for dinner.
It was great.
Is it safe to come in?
Did you find the dog?
Yeah, yeah, she's in the
backyard playing with Carbo.
More importantly,
where's Craig?
-He just left.
-Really? So early?
Yeah. I got ditched
for a uni assignment.
-Oh.
-Hmm.
That's a really bad sign,
isn't it?
-I had a very nice evening.
-Pleased to hear it.
Don't forget our movie date
on Thursday.
Why would I?
Uh, no reason.
-I'll call you tomorrow.
-Mmm-hmm.
Goodnight.
-You okay?
Mm.
Look, why don't we just
leave all this
until the morning, okay?
Dad.
Do you think Eleanor
had a nice time?
-What was all that about?
Eleanor guessed about dad.
She brought it up
when he left the room.
I didn't want to talk
about it.
But Ted heard?
Do we have to go through
this every time?
No. And it's not fair
that you should cop it.
-I'll talk to him.
- No, darling, please,
can we just go to bed?
Yeah, it'll only take
a minute.
I don't want to talk
about it.
Well, I'm sorry,
we're going to.
Julie didn't mention
anything to Eleanor,
neither did anyone else.
So what, she just picked it
on her own, eh?
Apparently, yes.
Now, just take it easy
on Julie, okay?
Goodnight, Ted.
Night.
- How'd it go?
-All sorted.
So what did you actually
say to him?
I told him the truth,
that you hadn't told Eleanor,
she'd read the signs herself.
Why did you tell him that?
Well, wasn't that
what you wanted me to say?
No, I didn't actually
want you to go in there.
Now he's going to think
the dementia's obvious
to everyone he meets.
Frankly, I'd rather he thought
I had told her.
Jules.
Damned if you do,
damned if you don't.
Sometimes,
you just can't win.
So Kim Cattrall,
yes or no?
Ooh, which one was she?
-The Sex and the City chick.
- What?
That was her?
She must be a hundred by now.
Yeah, I know,
but still hot, right?
Oh, I don't know about that.
Come on, mate, you'd go there.
Come on, be honest.
Between you me
and the gatepost here.
If I wasn't married? Probably.
Oh, that, my friend,
is the end of the amber fluid.
I can duck out for some more
if you're cool with me
hanging around
-a little longer?
-Actually I think--
Well, she can go to bed
if she wants.
The Bottle-O's
around the corner.
I know where it is.
Back soon.
That's all right, mate.
Just leave it.
-What's up your bum?
Down time.
-Oh, bollocks.
-Yeah. Bollocks.
Sorry, mate.
I completely forgot.
What's with you inviting
guests around too?
I mean, you're a guest
yourself, remember?
Oh, I thought you'd be okay.
He's a cool guy.
Yeah. Matt,
you're not even paying rent.
Well, I can pay rent.
I'm happy to chip in.
No, that would make you
a flatmate.
Oh, right, and that
would clearly be horrendous.
It's not you,
it's anyone.
Well, just pretend like
I'm a pet,
like a giant hamster
or something.
-Less smelly.
-I'm going to go to bed.
Night.
Night.
Sorry. Again.
I have to admit,
I've been looking forward
-to seeing you again.
-Oh, right.
Can I get you a drink?
Uh, no, thank you.
Oh, I've got something
for you.
-It's not just the box.
Look inside.
-Cashmere. Feel how soft.
-I can't do this.
If you don't like the color,
I can exchange it.
No, no,
I can't see you anymore.
Why? What's wrong?
-I better go.
-Craig, Craig, I'm sorry.
The gift was a silly idea.
-Just forget it ever happened.
-It's not that.
Well, tell me what's wrong
so I can fix it.
You'll know one day
and I hope you understand.
Know what?
Don't just run away, Craig.
This is very unfair.
And unprofessional.
Shh.
I didn't say anything.
I think I can hear
Julie crying.
She's all the way
in the laundry.
There is no way that
you can hear her from here.
-Isn't she cute?
-Yeah, she is.
Yeah.
But we're still not
keeping her.
I thought you'd be pleased?
You know, I wanted her
to bring us together,
not make things worse.
Yeah, I know, honey, but...
Okay.
I'll return her
in the morning.
Good.
Good night.
Good night.
Retta, what are you doing?
Hey, Julie.
How did you get out
of the laundry?
Well, she couldn't
stay there all alone,
-not on her first night.
-Does this mean--
-Yes, Carbo, we can keep her.
You hear that, Julie?
You hear that, Julie?
Yes, you're in.
I love you, Julie.
I love you, Julie.
I love you, Julie.
Yeah, we're really going
to have to change that name.
Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes.
Oh, Dave, I'll do this.
You go to work.
No, I'm running
late anyway.
-No, please, just leave it.
-why can't I help?
Because I don't need
your help.
Morning.
How was your night?
-Fine.
-Fine? What?
She and Granddad
had a bit of a blue.
Can we please just
not discuss, dad?
- All right.
-Don't worry about it, Mum.
Whatever it is,
it'll blow over.
- What about you?
-What do you mean?
You still annoyed
about the house?
No, it's all good.
I should've remembered
you're a terrible liar.
Next time I'm going to
get Mum to do it.
-Oh.
- Oh. What do you know,
I think you just managed to
insult both of us in one hit.
I'm sorry
for giving you a hard time.
Good morning, Dad.
-Oh, come on, Ted.
-Oh, no, Dave, please.
Just go to work.
It'll be fine.
Okay, well,
call me if you need me.
Yep.
He said he'd be out
and he'd leave a key.
You really are in.
Don't you start.
I copped enough
from Matt yesterday.
Alan!
Alan, can you hear me?
Just turn him over. Alan?
I don't think he's breathing.
Call an ambulance.
Alan?
Alan, wake up, mate.
Ambulance.
I just keep wishing
we got here earlier.
Well, it wouldn't have made
any difference, Frankie.
Apparently,
he had been gone for a while.
He doesn't even have
any family.
Look, take the rest
of the day off.
Tomorrow too if you like.
No, I'll be fine tomorrow.
Well, see how you feel.
Yeah, no, seriously,
I'll be... I'll be fine.
I mean, I hardly knew the guy.
Yeah, you liked him though.
It was a shock.
Yeah. I'll see you tomorrow.
I've always been good
at judging when others
are reaching their limits,
but not so good
when it comes to my own.
Dave.
What's he doing here?
I couldn't find anybody
else to look after him.
Yeah, well,
what did I say yesterday?
Yeah,
but I had no other option
-and he's never left my sight.
-You know, save it, Buzz.
-You're fired.
-What, are you serious?
Yeah, you heard me.
Just pack up your tools
and get out of here.
Oh, early mark.
What's the story?
What's going on?
Oh, hey.
Hey, it's okay,
whatever it is.
Do you want a tissue?
Here, I've got a tissue...
Do you want to tell me
about it?
-Hey--
-Hold on. Don't.
Don't.
♪ Empty all my pockets
And take what you like ♪
♪ Empty all my pockets
If you like ♪
♪ I've got nothing to hide ♪
♪ My unashamed desire ♪
♪ Unashamed desire ♪
Julie, you stink.
Carbo?
Yes, Mrs. Rafter?
Please explain.
Oh, the dog, not you.
She's been rolling
in something.
-Dog?
-Yeah.
-Isn't she cute?
-Oh. Adorable.
Yeah, and she won't
bother you at all.
-I promise.
-And you called her Julie?
No, we didn't name her.
The other owners did.
Oh. Well,
how about changing the name
-to one that isn't mine?
-Oh, but to what?
You know,
that's all she knows.
I don't know, shorten it.
-What about Jules?
-Keep trying.
Hey.
I thought you'd be home
ages ago.
Are you all right?
Yeah, I stopped off
at the other job.
Found Jackson there with Buzz.
-Oh, not again.
-I lost it, Jules.
-What do you mean?
-I sacked him.
-What?
-What?
You thought I was being too
soft, now I'm being too hard?
No. Let's go inside.
Are you allowed
to just fire him?
Well, he's still
on his trial period.
It hasn't worked out.
It's as simple as that.
I guess you have to do
what's best for the business.
If I can't manage
my own staff, I don't know,
maybe I should just chuck it
in and work for someone else.
No, darling, come on,
you're upset.
I mean, you found a customer
dead on the floor.
Yeah, well, it doesn't mean
I can't make a judgment call.
-Are you expecting someone?
No, no, I'll get rid of them.
Is Dave home?
Jackson.
Can I talk to you?
Sure.
This is Jackson. Buzz's son.
I'm Julie. Hi.
Look, it wasn't Dad's fault
I was there today.
I swear. I just turned up.
Look, I know I stuffed up
yesterday,
but don't blame him.
Please?
Did he send you to talk to me?
No, he doesn't know I'm here.
My mum's on her course and
she said I was Dad's problem.
He was just doing
what he had to do.
Okay.
I'm sure we can sort
something out.
Serious?
Yeah.
Do you want a drink?
Soft drink?
No, I better go.
-See you later.
-See you.
-I know. I'm a pushover.
You say it
like it's a weakness.
Isn't it?
It's one of
your greatest strengths.
That's it. Good girl.
You're still getting rid
of that thing.
Yes, dear.
That's it, darling.
Look at that. That's it.
It's good to have your
limits tested now and then.
Good girl.
Sometimes,
you'd be surprised
-where that can take you.
♪ One little river
Buried down deep ♪
♪ Moving in highways ♪
♪ And everybody
Feels the same ♪
♪ If everybody
Feels the same♪
♪ Why's nobody
Talking about it? ♪
♪ What would wise
Women say? ♪
♪ Just hear the way
It most fades ♪
♪ None of our darkness
Beat up our light ♪
♪ Remember just yesterday
All the dreams put away ♪
♪ On the shelf
Of someone else ♪
♪ Someone better than you ♪
♪ Your heart wants
To speak the truth ♪
♪ Your heart wants
To be known ♪
♪ Wants to be known by you ♪
♪ Gonna let it all out ♪
♪ Ooh ♪
♪ Go and say too much
Let someone know you ♪
♪ Let it all out... ♪
Wash together. Together.
Good girl.
♪ Moving in highways ♪
♪ And everybody
Feels the same ♪
♪ If everybody feels
The same ♪
♪ Why's nobody talking
About it? ♪
Okay, you finished?
Good girl. Dry, dry, dry.
Yeah. Time for your nap.
Let's go.
Good girl, sweetheart.
Would you like a cuppa, Dad?
Why don't you put
your feet up.
I'll make you one.
Oh.
You're talking to me.
Well,
I spoke to Eleanor before
and she confirmed that
she brought it up with you.
So I guess it's official.
I've got Alzheimer's
and anyone can pick it.
Oh, Dad.
She's had firsthand
experience, that's all.
And I thought I was doing
so well, everything normal.
You are doing well.
Compared to who?
To how you could be.
Will be, you mean.
I'm sorry for the way
I behave, love.
Can you forgive me?
There's nothing to forgive.
I hope I'm not disturbing you.
Not at all.
You want a beer?
No, I'm all right.
Look, I flew off the handle
before, overreacted.
-No, it was fair enough.
- Still.
You didn't deserve
to lose your job.
Really?
So, have you changed
your mind?
Like I said,
I was too hard on you.
I don't know.
I broke a promise.
True.
And if you do that again,
you'll be out on your arse.
Look, thanks, mate.
I really appreciate it.
-No need.
- No, I owe you one.
Actually, more than one
considering I'm usually late.
Probably not the best time
to remind me of that, mate.
You know, maybe you could
do me a favor?
Stay here as long as you need.
Cheers, Buzz.
And just remember,
it's our little secret,
all right?
Pushing your
limits isn't all bad.
It helps you work out
what's important,
where you're at,
and who you are.
is about setting limits.
Darling, can you
pick up a few things
from the supermarket
for me, please?
Knowing
what you can take on
and what you can't.
-Okay, sure.
-You're the best.
Dad, can you drop this
house application off for me?
The real estate agent's
pretty much on the way.
-Pretty much?
-Yeah, it's an amazing place,
decent price.
I'd hate to miss it.
-Okay, give it here.
-The agent's address
is on the top.
You are the best dad.
Sorry I'm late.
Traffic was mental.
What is it with you
and traffic?
I should've taken
Station Street--
No, no,
don't worry. Let's go.
Frankie's going
to meet us there.
-All right.
- Hey, Dave?
Dave, I believe you're taking
this one to day care.
Oh.
Come here.
-You have a lovely day.
-Yep.
I'm the best apparently.
-Me...
-Come on.
I've never been
that good at saying no.
♪ I don't wanna work anymore ♪
♪ Whoa ♪
♪ I just wanna live instead ♪
♪ Whoa ♪
♪ Everyone is saying
I'm all... ♪
Saw Matt
naked this morning.
So that's a new low.
Good morning to you, too.
- How'd that happen?
- Oh,
he ran out of the shower
to get a towel.
I was eating.
There's not enough
brain bleach in the world
-to erase that memory.
I so need a break.
I actually look forward
to coming to work.
-Sorry.
-I've got a job
that you actually might like.
What? Rewiring
a tropical island?
Close. Remember
grouchy Mr. Arthur?
Yeah, corgi guy who turned out
to be a big softie.
That's the one.
It's just a small job.
-Small job?
- Yeah.
No Matt required,
naked or otherwise.
My day is looking
better already.
Nice to see you again,
Frankie.
You too, Mr. Arthur.
I'll tell you what,
call me Alan.
All right then.
Wow, these are incredible.
They're so healthy.
I'm terrible with plants.
Yeah, a bit of water
every day,
some occasional sun.
A lot less trouble
than corgis.
Come through.
After you.
So what seems to be
the problem here, Alan?
Well, the lamp
stopped working.
I tried changing the globe,
but no luck.
All right,
I'll test the power point.
- Ah...
I reckon you're going
to need a little help.
-Have you got it?
Yeah.
-There.
-Oh, yep, yep, no beauty.
-That should do it.
-Oh, God, no worries.
These guns need a workout
every once in a while.
They look more like
pop guns to me.
Oh, you'd be surprised.
I can take it
from here. Thanks for coming.
Oh, who's going to help you
move it back?
Uh, Dave will be here
eventually.
Eventually? I don't
like the sound of that.
-No, I'll hang around.
- Well I...
Actually, I'll just call you
when the job's done.
No,
I might come in handy.
Get in the way
more likely.
-How about that cuppa now?
-Yeah, that'd be great.
A white with two,
thanks, Alan.
Mr. Arthur to you.
I'm glad to see
you put some clothes on.
Oh, yeah.
Sorry about that.
I thought you'd left already.
-Well, he's fun, isn't he?
-He's all right.
Oh, yeah, to you.
In fact,
I think Mr. Arthur
might have a bit
of a crush on our Frankie.
Hello, Dave.
Joan. I didn't think
you'd be around today.
My meeting got cancelled.
I tried to call you.
I left my phone at home.
This is Buzz,
our latest addition.
-Buzz, Joan Kennedy.
-How are you going?
I'll be inside for a while
if you need me.
Yeah, no worries.
-She's a bundle of laughs.
-She pays on time,
that's the main thing.
You want to start
-the side path?
-Actually I've...
I've got to talk to you
about something.
-That sounds ominous.
It's not that bad.
Jackson's school just called.
He's copped
a two-day suspension.
Oh, yeah, what for? Gluing
a locker shut in the gym.
They had to cut it open
to get the rugby balls.
Anyway, his mom's on a course
and I've got to--
So you've got to pick him up.
And bring him back here,
if that's cool?
What, there's nowhere else
you can take him?
Friends or relatives?
Not really. Sorry.
Okay, okay.
How about this.
How about we get
costumes made up,
we go somewhere busy,
-and we hand out flyers?
-Costumes?
Yeah, you know something
to do with the gardening,
you know, like a cactus
or a caterpillar.
Carbo we're trying
to present ourselves
-as an upmarket business.
-Okay,
what's your big idea then?
-Well how about a radio ad?
-Can we afford it?
We've got to spend money
to make money.
Yeah, sure, but you have
to have money
in the first place
which we don't have any more.
-Oh, here we go.
- Will you two stop it?
The constant fighting thing
is getting really old.
She's right.
I hate fighting with you.
Me too.
-I'm sorry.
- Thank God.
Now let's focus
on what's important.
Yes, like someone's
new boyfriend?
Like marketing ideas
and he's not my boyfriend.
Yeah, but you're working on it
with your little sleepover.
Okay, I like him.
A lot.
Well, have you told Benno
about him?
They broke up
ages ago.
Yeah, still, but I'm sure
Benno would like to know.
She doesn't need
his permission.
It's more of a heads up.
It's none of your business
anyway.
Oh, wow, the truce lasted
all of ten seconds.
You guys need
some sort of stress release.
Join a gym or pat a kitten.
-I'm opening up the shop.
-Wait. I'm coming with you.
Hey, Jackson.
You got yourself in a bit
of trouble, I believe.
It wasn't my fault.
The locker glued
itself shut did it?
It was a joke.
It's not my fault
they don't have
a sense of humor.
Nothing to do with the fact
that you hate school sport?
I don't hate sport.
Just the teacher.
Well, you're
on a worksite now,
so you've got to keep
out of our way
-and out of trouble.
-Cool.
-You got homework?
-Yeah.
Well, you can go and do
it over there if you want.
Okay, your turn to man
the fort now.
I've got to go
and grab my mobile
and check up on Frankie.
Yeah, no worries.
Mate, homework.
One sec.
Whatever keeps him
out of trouble, right?
Good luck.
-Dad?
-Mmm-hmm?
Do you want to invite
Eleanor over
-for dinner tonight?
-You mean that?
Yeah. I enjoyed
seeing her last time.
Oh, goodo.
I'll give her a call.
I'll do a roast.
A roast? Tonight?
Mom, it's the...
It's the one night I'm out.
Darling, this isn't about you.
-Ooh, half day, Dad?
- Oh.
Here. You left it in the shed.
Yeah, I blame all
the extra jobs
you guys gave me this morning.
Well, if men were
better multitaskers--
-Ha-ha. I better keep moving.
-Oh, actually,
I need to add
to the shopping list.
Eleanor might be coming
for dinner.
Just text them to me.
Did you drop
my application off?
Yep. Hardly on my way, though.
Did you see that I put you
down as my employer reference?
-No, but it's okay.
-Yeah, I might have one more
-teeny tiny favor to ask--
-Mate, I've got to get
-back to work.
-I may have changed your name
-slightly as my referee.
-Okay.
So if anyone asks
today, you're Dave Rafferty
-at Rafferty Electrical.
-Why?
So that we don't have
the same surname.
-Okay, whatever.
- So don't answer
your phone as Dave Rafter.
-Maybe just say "Hello."
-Should I be taking notes?
Anything else I need to know
about my character?
No, just that
you're Dave Rafferty
and that you say hello.
You'll be fine.
I need to make
some work calls.
-Oh, uh, and Dad--
-I'm the best. I know.
Actually, I was going
to ask you to tell them
that I worked for you
for five years
but that too.
What's so funny?
Well, why did you say yes?
Because I'm a nice guy.
Oh, yeah, that's one way
of putting it.
Got to go.
Love you.
-Here's a fresh one for you.
- Ah, ta.
Don't worry about me.
I'm still good.
Where did you find this one?
Oh, hello.
-Good to see you again.
-Yeah, you too, Mr. Arthur.
-Why are you still here?
- Yeah, I've been
wondering exactly
the same thing myself.
I'm just on standby
in case Frankie
needs any more help
and company.
- How's it going?
-It turned out to be
a much bigger job
than we first thought.
Are you all right with that,
Mr. Arthur?
Oh, of course,
if it needs to be done.
Call me Alan.
Okay, Alan.
Would you like
a cup of tea?
No, I'm right, thanks.
I'm just wondering
about that old Kombi
you have out there.
Oh. It's seen better days.
-Is it yours?
- It is.
Do you mind if I have
a quick look?
Be my guest.
I was in a band once.
We used to get around
in one of these.
Yeah, well,
it took the wife and me
around the whole country.
It never let us down.
I wish I could say the same
about ours.
-Does it still drive?
-No.
Council's due to pick it up.
They'll just sell it
for scrap. What a waste.
What, do you want it?
If you want it,
take it, it's yours.
-Are you serious?
-Sure.
If you're willing to get
it towed, it's yours.
You have to do it today,
though.
Mum, a visitor.
- Oh.
-Just a quick pop in.
-I hope you don't mind?
-No, of course not.
Actually, why don't you stay
for dinner?
Ooh, I'd love to but
I'll have to leave by 8:30.
Oh, early start?
-A late supper date.
- Oh. Who with?
-Oh. Again?
-Yes, that's right.
Oh. So soon?
I didn't realize
you were keeping score.
Oh, well, I'm not.
Well, maybe I am
but it's just it's so...
I might just work in my room.
- So what?
-Well, it's just unusual,
in my limited experience,
that's all.
Well, it happens, Julie.
It is the world's oldest
profession,
so it must have something
going for it.
Yeah, I just think
you should set yourself
some limits, that's all.
Well, that's exactly
what I'm doing.
I'm separating sex
from emotion.
So, why'd you call it
a supper date then?
It's just a polite
euphemism.
It's not to say
we can't also be friends.
-You hardly even know him.
-That's not true.
I know that his real name
is Craig
and I even know
where he lives.
What, he told you?
Not exactly.
His wallet dropped
on the floor
and I got a glimpse
of his driver's license.
-So much for limits.
It's a really
good neighborhood.
Sorry. What is that noise?
What's going on?
Dad's got himself
a new project.
-Isn't she a beauty?
-A what?
I better go.
I'll see you later tonight.
Yeah, see you.
I'm going to fix it up,
put it back on the road
where it belongs.
That's where it
belongs? Not the scrap yard?
Remember that Kombi that our
band used to get around in?
The one that broke
down every five minutes?
This one's
got a good track record.
It just needs
a little bit of TLC.
Where are
you going to find the time?
You're already busy.
You know how
you're always at me
to read more and I say
I haven't got time
-and you say--
-I say there's always time
for a good book.
That's not a good book.
-That's a junk heap.
-Hey, no need to get personal.
She didn't mean it, baby.
Don't worry.
Oh, lost already.
Well, it won't take long.
What, a week? Two weeks?
Well, a job like this,
maybe four, five?
-No idea, right?
-None at all.
- Dad, Dad remember--
Yeah, yeah, yeah.
Hello. Dave Rafferty.
Yes.
No, no, Buzz, it's me.
-What do you mean trouble?
-Oh.
-Vodka?
-I didn't touch anything.
Mate, she caught you
with a bottle in your hand.
-I was just looking at it.
-You had the cap off.
I smelt it, that's all.
No big deal.
Excuse me?
What were you doing inside
-in the first place?
-Go and wait in the van.
Go and wait in the van.
I'm really sorry
about all of this.
Me too.
I'll buy you a new bottle.
I'd like it if you could
finish up as soon as possible.
Okay, but we still have
to come back tomorrow.
All right.
And I'm sorry,
but I won't be
hiring you again.
Mate, I'm sorry.
I gave him a good talking to--
Did you?
He can spend the rest
of the day in the van,
do his homework in there,
whatever.
I'll tell him.
And make sure
he's not here tomorrow.
Nice work, big fella.
You need a hand packing up?
No, thanks.
I'll see you at home.
Home?
I mean, my place
where you're staying.
-Temporarily.
-Yeah,
-well, eventually.
- What?
Well, I'll see you
at your place eventually.
-I am out tonight.
-Really?
-Well, clearly, you're gutted.
- Sorry.
-I just need some downtime.
- Oh, yeah, fair enough.
I'm sick of the sight
of you too.
I'm heading off, Mr. Arthur.
Oh, what a shame.
Hey, thanks for your
hospitality.
I'll see you back at the ranch
if you're not home too late.
Don't tell me you
live with him too?
No, not really.
He's just staying for a while.
So your lamp's working again,
but I need to come back
tomorrow and finish off
some wiring.
-Are you going to be around?
-Oh, I've got a few errands
but you can let yourself in.
I'll leave the key
under the pot plant just here.
Too easy. All right.
I'll see you tomorrow.
-I might pick up a cake too.
-Oh, don't go to any trouble.
Who said it was for you?
I'm supposed to be
expanding my client base,
-not shrinking it.
-Well, she might calm down.
If a tradie's kid
pinches stuff from your house,
-would you have him back?
- Well, after a job
well done and a sincere
apology, maybe.
Well, sorry doesn't solve
everything, Jules.
No.
Did you get chickpeas?
-Were they on the list?
- No.
I'm not a mind reader.
I can't believe Buzz
is such a pushover.
The kid doesn't even get
a slap on the wrist.
Well, it must be hard
being a part time dad.
I mean, you don't want
to spend your whole time
-being a disciplinarian.
-Sure, but when it's due.
Oh, darling, don't put
the mushrooms on the bottom.
-They get squashed.
-Plus he's often late.
It's like he's taking
advantage.
Well, maybe he's too
easy going.
You should set
some boundaries.
Dave Rafter.
Who?
Oh, oh, yes, um, yeah, yeah,
Rafferty, yeah, that's me.
Yeah, yeah, he's been
working for me for five years.
Yep. Very trustworthy,
reliable,
and a very good worker.
No problems. Any time.
-Stellar work, Dad.
-Sorry, mate, I forgot.
But they're not going
to take me seriously now.
-Nathan--
-No, I never trusted
family references
when I worked in real estate.
Well, it was a mistake.
What do you want me to say?
-Don't worry about it.
-You might still get it.
Oh, yeah.
Sorry, mate.
-What?
-Nothing.
Dave Rafferty.
Pushover.
Ooh, it looks yum.
I hope Craig likes quiche.
I should've checked
when I invited him.
Yeah, well, don't all
metrosexuals enjoy quiche?
What magazines
have you been reading?
Besides,
you haven't even met him.
Let's see. He's well educated,
a good dresser.
Witty, charming, sensitive.
I've been gushing, haven't I?
-Sorry.
-So does your mum know?
- No.
It hasn't come up yet.
Well, you went out with Ben
and he worked with her.
How is dating her handyman
any different?
Don't scare her.
What is that?
It's a dog.
-Her name is Julie.
-Julie?
Yeah.
It says on her name tag.
-Look. Funny, huh?
- Oh, so adorable.
- Mmm-hmm.
-Where did she come from?
Animal shelter.
I was passing by.
Something drew me in.
It turns out it was Julie.
-So you adopted her?
-Yeah. She's cute, huh?
Look, stress release,
remember?
Look, I hate gyms and kittens
grow into cats.
Well, I hope you kept
the receipt.
Why?
Because we're not keeping her.
But you love dogs.
Do you remember
our goldfish?
Yeah, what about them?
-I killed them.
-Yes, but fish are tiny, okay?
Dogs are much bigger.
Harder to kill.
Yeah, well, I wish you talked
to me about this first
instead of just making the
decision for the both of us.
Babe. Ret...
Julie, Julie, look,
sometimes parents fight.
This is not your fault.
Well, if you want
my two cents worth,
-Nathan was way out of line.
-You won't hear me argue.
Yeah, well,
I can't believe you agreed
-to it in the first place.
-Okay, Jules, I get it.
You can change the record.
-What?
-And what about that wreck
-out the front?
- What about it?
Well, are you offering
free council cleanups
-for clients now?
-A Kombi for nothing,
-that's a steal.
-No, that's an old man
getting you to do for nothing
what he was going to pay
someone.
How do you know
I'm not looking forward
-to doing it up?
-Well, how about
30 years of marriage?
I've never seen you interested
in cars the
-whole time I've known you.
-Well, I'll be driving it
before you know it
and that's the last I want
-to hear on the subject.
-I'll believe that
-when I see it.
-Jules.
Oh.
Shake. Oh, good girl.
You're a clever dog,
aren't you, Julie?
Yes, you are.
You're a clever dog, yes.
We really can't call her that.
That's all she knows.
But if you want to choose
a new name--
We're still not keeping her.
Oh, they just look wrong.
You know,
why do they look wrong?
No, they're fine.
Look, don't worry. Relax.
Breathe.
That's him.
Okay, honey,
can you get that?
Okay. You stay.
You sure you don't
want to stay?
I mean, there's plenty.
Look, you don't want us
in the way.
Don't worry. Everything
is going to be perfect.
- Hi, Mrs. M.
- Hello, Carbo.
-Oh, my God, why now?
Hello. Ooh.
This is nice.
- Mmm-hmm.
- Julie.
Julie, come here.
-Julie?
- Sorry.
I'm just going to go
help him.
Mum, what are you doing here?
I just thought I'd pop in
on my way next door.
Whose dog was that?
Carbo got it
from the pound for Retta.
Shouldn't you be going
straight next door,
I mean if Julie's
expecting you?
Some of those dogs have
behavioral issues, you know?
-I hope it's not a barker.
-You know, that champagne,
-you should get that on ice.
-I'm sure Julie's got some--
Or a biter. Have you had
your tetanus shot?
-Rabies.
-Uh, you know what,
let's talk tomorrow.
You don't want to be late.
Don't forget to make an
appointment with the doctor.
Yeah, okay, Mum!
Just... Goodbye.
- Julie!
- Julie!
Come here, girl!
-Julie, where are you?
-Uh...
Oh, mate,
she must be exploring.
Poor thing.
She won't know
where she lives.
-Has she been desexed?
- Yeah,
she's got to be.
Geez, I hope she is.
-What if she's on heat?
- Okay.
You go that way,
I'll go this way
and we'll meet back here,
okay?
Okay. Okay.
Hi, Julie.
Sorry I'm late.
-Are you okay?
-Yes, I'm fine.
Come in.
Eleanor's already here.
Eleanor? As in--
As in the woman Dad
had the affair with,
yes, that Eleanor.
Oh, thanks.
There you go. Red, wasn't it?
Thank you. Thanks.
So you used to be Ted
and Julie's neighbor?
A long time ago.
What's the goss?
Um--
Well, you must have
some juicy stories?
Oh, uh, I didn't mean...
I meant, you must--
What Julie was like
as a child?
- Oh.
-Yes.
A little feisty.
Lots of cuts and bruises.
Why am I not surprised
to hear that?
And this one?
Oh, always charming and sweet.
Always?
Despite the gruff exterior.
It's nice to be close
to your neighbors, isn't it?
Oh, when I say close,
I mean able to do favors
for one another.
When I say favors,
I mean like a cup of sugar--
You are ancient history.
It's like Eleanor says.
We'd rather talk about
the here and now.
Yeah, I'll drink to that.
Yes. Well, who's hungry?
-Dinner's ready.
-My favorite two words.
Okay, everyone.
Take a seat.
Thank you again for having me.
Very kind.
Oh. You're welcome.
Any time.
Nice.
G'day, g'day.
Oh, hey, Frankie.
-Plates?
- Just there, mate.
Hey, I thought
you were going out?
Oh, yeah, we were
but the place we went
suddenly got popular
and I queue for no man.
Hey, great minds think alike.
-Well, that's brekkie sorted.
-Yeah, who doesn't love
pepperoni first thing
in the morning?
And the best part...
Porky's? Again?
-Yeah. It's a classic.
-We watched it last week.
Yeah, and you loved it.
Nate still hasn't seen it.
Just lucky, I guess.
Hey, great place by the way.
Thanks.
You sure you've got to leave?
Yes, I've got
a prior engagement.
A hot date?
No, no,
nothing like that.
Oh, Dad,
don't take those away.
We haven't had dessert yet.
Yes, we have.
Haven't we?
Are you putting
us on a diet, Ted?
Excuse me.
Nice to meet you,
Eleanor.
Oh. you too.
-I'll show you to the door.
-Right. Bye then.
-Oh, darling, was that Ruby?
-Yeah, I'll check on her.
-Can I help you, Julie?
-No, no, no, sit, please.
- Well actually,
I'm glad that we have
a few moments alone.
Oh?
Well, Ted forgetting
the dessert just now.
I've noticed he's done
that a bit, you know,
mixing up names and places.
-I just wondered--
-I don't know what to say.
Oh, I'm so sorry.
I shouldn't have
said anything.
No, no,
it's not you, it's...
You're right,
he does forget things.
My aunt, she had it.
And I know how hard it is
on the family
and I want you to know
I'm happy to help where I can.
-Oh.
- Dad.
Ah. What are you doing
helping out?
-You're the guest.
-I insisted.
Well, I insist
you take a seat.
False alarm.
Let's get this dessert
on the road.
Hmm.
It smells delicious.
Ooh,
wait 'til you taste it.
♪ Don't get me wrong ♪
♪ Time's moving on ♪
What's so funny?
Nothing.
Look, come on.
You have to tell me now.
You nearly ran
into my mum before.
-Yeah?
You just missed
her when you arrived.
Right.
Sorry. That's a real
mood killer, isn't it?
Oh, you're keeping me
a secret?
No, I just thought
Mum might find it odd
where we first met,
her place.
It's fine by me
if you never tell her.
She's going to have
to know sometime.
Um, look,
tonight's been great but...
But what?
I should've said before.
I've got an essay to finish.
It's due tomorrow.
And you have to do it now?
I'm sorry.
I'll make it up to you.
I promise.
Okay, well,
do what you have to.
-Let me see you out.
-No, no, stay.
-I'll call you.
-Sure.
And thanks for dinner.
It was great.
Is it safe to come in?
Did you find the dog?
Yeah, yeah, she's in the
backyard playing with Carbo.
More importantly,
where's Craig?
-He just left.
-Really? So early?
Yeah. I got ditched
for a uni assignment.
-Oh.
-Hmm.
That's a really bad sign,
isn't it?
-I had a very nice evening.
-Pleased to hear it.
Don't forget our movie date
on Thursday.
Why would I?
Uh, no reason.
-I'll call you tomorrow.
-Mmm-hmm.
Goodnight.
-You okay?
Mm.
Look, why don't we just
leave all this
until the morning, okay?
Dad.
Do you think Eleanor
had a nice time?
-What was all that about?
Eleanor guessed about dad.
She brought it up
when he left the room.
I didn't want to talk
about it.
But Ted heard?
Do we have to go through
this every time?
No. And it's not fair
that you should cop it.
-I'll talk to him.
- No, darling, please,
can we just go to bed?
Yeah, it'll only take
a minute.
I don't want to talk
about it.
Well, I'm sorry,
we're going to.
Julie didn't mention
anything to Eleanor,
neither did anyone else.
So what, she just picked it
on her own, eh?
Apparently, yes.
Now, just take it easy
on Julie, okay?
Goodnight, Ted.
Night.
- How'd it go?
-All sorted.
So what did you actually
say to him?
I told him the truth,
that you hadn't told Eleanor,
she'd read the signs herself.
Why did you tell him that?
Well, wasn't that
what you wanted me to say?
No, I didn't actually
want you to go in there.
Now he's going to think
the dementia's obvious
to everyone he meets.
Frankly, I'd rather he thought
I had told her.
Jules.
Damned if you do,
damned if you don't.
Sometimes,
you just can't win.
So Kim Cattrall,
yes or no?
Ooh, which one was she?
-The Sex and the City chick.
- What?
That was her?
She must be a hundred by now.
Yeah, I know,
but still hot, right?
Oh, I don't know about that.
Come on, mate, you'd go there.
Come on, be honest.
Between you me
and the gatepost here.
If I wasn't married? Probably.
Oh, that, my friend,
is the end of the amber fluid.
I can duck out for some more
if you're cool with me
hanging around
-a little longer?
-Actually I think--
Well, she can go to bed
if she wants.
The Bottle-O's
around the corner.
I know where it is.
Back soon.
That's all right, mate.
Just leave it.
-What's up your bum?
Down time.
-Oh, bollocks.
-Yeah. Bollocks.
Sorry, mate.
I completely forgot.
What's with you inviting
guests around too?
I mean, you're a guest
yourself, remember?
Oh, I thought you'd be okay.
He's a cool guy.
Yeah. Matt,
you're not even paying rent.
Well, I can pay rent.
I'm happy to chip in.
No, that would make you
a flatmate.
Oh, right, and that
would clearly be horrendous.
It's not you,
it's anyone.
Well, just pretend like
I'm a pet,
like a giant hamster
or something.
-Less smelly.
-I'm going to go to bed.
Night.
Night.
Sorry. Again.
I have to admit,
I've been looking forward
-to seeing you again.
-Oh, right.
Can I get you a drink?
Uh, no, thank you.
Oh, I've got something
for you.
-It's not just the box.
Look inside.
-Cashmere. Feel how soft.
-I can't do this.
If you don't like the color,
I can exchange it.
No, no,
I can't see you anymore.
Why? What's wrong?
-I better go.
-Craig, Craig, I'm sorry.
The gift was a silly idea.
-Just forget it ever happened.
-It's not that.
Well, tell me what's wrong
so I can fix it.
You'll know one day
and I hope you understand.
Know what?
Don't just run away, Craig.
This is very unfair.
And unprofessional.
Shh.
I didn't say anything.
I think I can hear
Julie crying.
She's all the way
in the laundry.
There is no way that
you can hear her from here.
-Isn't she cute?
-Yeah, she is.
Yeah.
But we're still not
keeping her.
I thought you'd be pleased?
You know, I wanted her
to bring us together,
not make things worse.
Yeah, I know, honey, but...
Okay.
I'll return her
in the morning.
Good.
Good night.
Good night.
Retta, what are you doing?
Hey, Julie.
How did you get out
of the laundry?
Well, she couldn't
stay there all alone,
-not on her first night.
-Does this mean--
-Yes, Carbo, we can keep her.
You hear that, Julie?
You hear that, Julie?
Yes, you're in.
I love you, Julie.
I love you, Julie.
I love you, Julie.
Yeah, we're really going
to have to change that name.
Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes.
Oh, Dave, I'll do this.
You go to work.
No, I'm running
late anyway.
-No, please, just leave it.
-why can't I help?
Because I don't need
your help.
Morning.
How was your night?
-Fine.
-Fine? What?
She and Granddad
had a bit of a blue.
Can we please just
not discuss, dad?
- All right.
-Don't worry about it, Mum.
Whatever it is,
it'll blow over.
- What about you?
-What do you mean?
You still annoyed
about the house?
No, it's all good.
I should've remembered
you're a terrible liar.
Next time I'm going to
get Mum to do it.
-Oh.
- Oh. What do you know,
I think you just managed to
insult both of us in one hit.
I'm sorry
for giving you a hard time.
Good morning, Dad.
-Oh, come on, Ted.
-Oh, no, Dave, please.
Just go to work.
It'll be fine.
Okay, well,
call me if you need me.
Yep.
He said he'd be out
and he'd leave a key.
You really are in.
Don't you start.
I copped enough
from Matt yesterday.
Alan!
Alan, can you hear me?
Just turn him over. Alan?
I don't think he's breathing.
Call an ambulance.
Alan?
Alan, wake up, mate.
Ambulance.
I just keep wishing
we got here earlier.
Well, it wouldn't have made
any difference, Frankie.
Apparently,
he had been gone for a while.
He doesn't even have
any family.
Look, take the rest
of the day off.
Tomorrow too if you like.
No, I'll be fine tomorrow.
Well, see how you feel.
Yeah, no, seriously,
I'll be... I'll be fine.
I mean, I hardly knew the guy.
Yeah, you liked him though.
It was a shock.
Yeah. I'll see you tomorrow.
I've always been good
at judging when others
are reaching their limits,
but not so good
when it comes to my own.
Dave.
What's he doing here?
I couldn't find anybody
else to look after him.
Yeah, well,
what did I say yesterday?
Yeah,
but I had no other option
-and he's never left my sight.
-You know, save it, Buzz.
-You're fired.
-What, are you serious?
Yeah, you heard me.
Just pack up your tools
and get out of here.
Oh, early mark.
What's the story?
What's going on?
Oh, hey.
Hey, it's okay,
whatever it is.
Do you want a tissue?
Here, I've got a tissue...
Do you want to tell me
about it?
-Hey--
-Hold on. Don't.
Don't.
♪ Empty all my pockets
And take what you like ♪
♪ Empty all my pockets
If you like ♪
♪ I've got nothing to hide ♪
♪ My unashamed desire ♪
♪ Unashamed desire ♪
Julie, you stink.
Carbo?
Yes, Mrs. Rafter?
Please explain.
Oh, the dog, not you.
She's been rolling
in something.
-Dog?
-Yeah.
-Isn't she cute?
-Oh. Adorable.
Yeah, and she won't
bother you at all.
-I promise.
-And you called her Julie?
No, we didn't name her.
The other owners did.
Oh. Well,
how about changing the name
-to one that isn't mine?
-Oh, but to what?
You know,
that's all she knows.
I don't know, shorten it.
-What about Jules?
-Keep trying.
Hey.
I thought you'd be home
ages ago.
Are you all right?
Yeah, I stopped off
at the other job.
Found Jackson there with Buzz.
-Oh, not again.
-I lost it, Jules.
-What do you mean?
-I sacked him.
-What?
-What?
You thought I was being too
soft, now I'm being too hard?
No. Let's go inside.
Are you allowed
to just fire him?
Well, he's still
on his trial period.
It hasn't worked out.
It's as simple as that.
I guess you have to do
what's best for the business.
If I can't manage
my own staff, I don't know,
maybe I should just chuck it
in and work for someone else.
No, darling, come on,
you're upset.
I mean, you found a customer
dead on the floor.
Yeah, well, it doesn't mean
I can't make a judgment call.
-Are you expecting someone?
No, no, I'll get rid of them.
Is Dave home?
Jackson.
Can I talk to you?
Sure.
This is Jackson. Buzz's son.
I'm Julie. Hi.
Look, it wasn't Dad's fault
I was there today.
I swear. I just turned up.
Look, I know I stuffed up
yesterday,
but don't blame him.
Please?
Did he send you to talk to me?
No, he doesn't know I'm here.
My mum's on her course and
she said I was Dad's problem.
He was just doing
what he had to do.
Okay.
I'm sure we can sort
something out.
Serious?
Yeah.
Do you want a drink?
Soft drink?
No, I better go.
-See you later.
-See you.
-I know. I'm a pushover.
You say it
like it's a weakness.
Isn't it?
It's one of
your greatest strengths.
That's it. Good girl.
You're still getting rid
of that thing.
Yes, dear.
That's it, darling.
Look at that. That's it.
It's good to have your
limits tested now and then.
Good girl.
Sometimes,
you'd be surprised
-where that can take you.
♪ One little river
Buried down deep ♪
♪ Moving in highways ♪
♪ And everybody
Feels the same ♪
♪ If everybody
Feels the same♪
♪ Why's nobody
Talking about it? ♪
♪ What would wise
Women say? ♪
♪ Just hear the way
It most fades ♪
♪ None of our darkness
Beat up our light ♪
♪ Remember just yesterday
All the dreams put away ♪
♪ On the shelf
Of someone else ♪
♪ Someone better than you ♪
♪ Your heart wants
To speak the truth ♪
♪ Your heart wants
To be known ♪
♪ Wants to be known by you ♪
♪ Gonna let it all out ♪
♪ Ooh ♪
♪ Go and say too much
Let someone know you ♪
♪ Let it all out... ♪
Wash together. Together.
Good girl.
♪ Moving in highways ♪
♪ And everybody
Feels the same ♪
♪ If everybody feels
The same ♪
♪ Why's nobody talking
About it? ♪
Okay, you finished?
Good girl. Dry, dry, dry.
Yeah. Time for your nap.
Let's go.
Good girl, sweetheart.
Would you like a cuppa, Dad?
Why don't you put
your feet up.
I'll make you one.
Oh.
You're talking to me.
Well,
I spoke to Eleanor before
and she confirmed that
she brought it up with you.
So I guess it's official.
I've got Alzheimer's
and anyone can pick it.
Oh, Dad.
She's had firsthand
experience, that's all.
And I thought I was doing
so well, everything normal.
You are doing well.
Compared to who?
To how you could be.
Will be, you mean.
I'm sorry for the way
I behave, love.
Can you forgive me?
There's nothing to forgive.
I hope I'm not disturbing you.
Not at all.
You want a beer?
No, I'm all right.
Look, I flew off the handle
before, overreacted.
-No, it was fair enough.
- Still.
You didn't deserve
to lose your job.
Really?
So, have you changed
your mind?
Like I said,
I was too hard on you.
I don't know.
I broke a promise.
True.
And if you do that again,
you'll be out on your arse.
Look, thanks, mate.
I really appreciate it.
-No need.
- No, I owe you one.
Actually, more than one
considering I'm usually late.
Probably not the best time
to remind me of that, mate.
You know, maybe you could
do me a favor?
Stay here as long as you need.
Cheers, Buzz.
And just remember,
it's our little secret,
all right?
Pushing your
limits isn't all bad.
It helps you work out
what's important,
where you're at,
and who you are.