1 00:00:21,845 --> 00:00:24,139 Block 2 pictures 2 00:00:26,433 --> 00:00:27,851 present 3 00:00:27,934 --> 00:00:30,020 a jet tone films production 4 00:00:31,438 --> 00:00:33,523 in the mood for love 5 00:00:33,607 --> 00:00:34,858 starring 6 00:00:34,941 --> 00:00:36,401 Maggie Cheung man-yuk 7 00:00:36,485 --> 00:00:37,944 Tony Leung Chiu—Wai 8 00:00:38,028 --> 00:00:39,279 directed by 9 00:00:39,363 --> 00:00:40,822 Wong Kar—Wai 10 00:00:44,284 --> 00:00:45,410 it is a restless moment. 11 00:00:45,494 --> 00:00:47,204 She has kept her head lowered... 12 00:00:47,287 --> 00:00:49,039 To give him a chance to come closer. 13 00:00:49,122 --> 00:00:50,791 But he could not, for lack of courage. 14 00:00:50,874 --> 00:00:52,542 She turns and walks away. 15 00:00:53,502 --> 00:00:55,796 Hong Kong, 1962 16 00:01:00,384 --> 00:01:03,136 eat up. The fish is very fresh today. 17 00:01:09,142 --> 00:01:10,977 Sorry to interrupt your dinner. 18 00:01:11,001 --> 00:01:13,378 Never mind. Let's sit over here. 19 00:01:15,565 --> 00:01:17,651 It's quite late! 20 00:01:17,734 --> 00:01:19,611 I've just finished work. 21 00:01:20,204 --> 00:01:21,664 What should I call you? 22 00:01:21,722 --> 00:01:23,348 You can call me Mrs. Suen. 23 00:01:23,532 --> 00:01:25,450 - — And you? - My husband's name is Chan. 24 00:01:25,534 --> 00:01:28,662 - Call me when you decide. - I will. 25 00:01:28,745 --> 00:01:30,622 Did you write down my number? 26 00:01:30,705 --> 00:01:31,957 Yes, I did. 27 00:01:32,040 --> 00:01:33,750 Fine, I'll see you out. 28 00:01:33,834 --> 00:01:36,837 - Don't trouble. - No trouble! 29 00:01:46,765 --> 00:01:48,225 So it's agreed then! 30 00:01:48,308 --> 00:01:49,810 Thank you very much! I should go. 31 00:01:49,893 --> 00:01:50,894 Fine. — bye! 32 00:01:50,978 --> 00:01:52,521 Take care. Good-bye! 33 00:01:53,855 --> 00:01:55,607 You've a room to let? 34 00:01:55,691 --> 00:01:59,903 Sorry, it's just been rented to that lady. 35 00:01:59,987 --> 00:02:01,071 Thanks anyway. 36 00:02:01,154 --> 00:02:03,657 How many of you? 37 00:02:03,740 --> 00:02:05,659 Just me and my wife. 38 00:02:06,326 --> 00:02:07,953 Why don't you try next door? 39 00:02:08,036 --> 00:02:09,162 They've a vacant room too? 40 00:02:09,246 --> 00:02:15,210 Yes, Mr. Koo's son got married. His room's empty. 41 00:02:15,711 --> 00:02:16,753 Thank you. 42 00:02:16,837 --> 00:02:18,630 You're too polite. Try asking them. 43 00:02:18,714 --> 00:02:19,715 Thank you. 44 00:02:26,221 --> 00:02:27,431 This way. Come on. 45 00:02:27,514 --> 00:02:28,807 Not that room! 46 00:02:28,890 --> 00:02:30,767 Oops, wrong again! 47 00:02:34,253 --> 00:02:36,463 Careful! Against the wall there. 48 00:02:42,487 --> 00:02:44,072 The little cupboard over there. 49 00:02:44,156 --> 00:02:45,365 Be careful! 50 00:02:46,283 --> 00:02:48,076 Don't break anything! 51 00:02:48,160 --> 00:02:50,495 Not on top of the radio! 52 00:02:50,579 --> 00:02:51,872 Mr. Chow... 53 00:02:51,908 --> 00:02:53,910 You have a lot of stuff for a couple! 54 00:02:54,750 --> 00:02:56,835 The wardrobe isn't mine. — wrong again? 55 00:02:56,918 --> 00:02:58,170 It goes next door. 56 00:02:58,253 --> 00:03:00,505 Okay, next door. 57 00:03:00,589 --> 00:03:05,761 These aren't my shoes! They must go next door. 58 00:03:06,762 --> 00:03:09,514 What a coincidence! Moving in on the same day! 59 00:03:10,223 --> 00:03:12,184 Is Mr. Chan here? 60 00:03:12,267 --> 00:03:15,270 He's working abroad. He'll be back next week. 61 00:03:15,854 --> 00:03:17,814 You should have waited, then. 62 00:03:18,482 --> 00:03:21,193 It's too much for you on your own. 63 00:03:21,276 --> 00:03:23,904 - I can manage. - — I'll ask Amah to help. 64 00:03:23,987 --> 00:03:25,864 No need. I can manage. 65 00:03:25,947 --> 00:03:27,532 What's going on? 66 00:03:28,617 --> 00:03:29,868 Mind that mirror! 67 00:03:29,951 --> 00:03:31,661 Mrs. Chan, I'll leave you to it. 68 00:03:38,710 --> 00:03:41,046 - Those books aren't mine. - — wrong again? 69 00:03:41,129 --> 00:03:42,714 Never mind. Just leave them there. 70 00:03:42,798 --> 00:03:45,425 Mind how you hang the mirror. It's fragile! 71 00:03:45,509 --> 00:03:47,469 Are these magazines yours? 72 00:03:48,303 --> 00:03:50,555 Yes, they're my husband's. 73 00:03:50,639 --> 00:03:52,307 He reads Japanese? 74 00:03:52,391 --> 00:03:54,476 A little. His boss is Japanese. 75 00:03:54,559 --> 00:03:56,228 How should I address you? 76 00:03:56,311 --> 00:03:57,562 My husband's name is Chan. 77 00:03:57,646 --> 00:03:59,398 My name's chow. I'll leave you in peace. 78 00:03:59,481 --> 00:04:00,857 Thank you, Mr. Chow. 79 00:04:00,941 --> 00:04:02,025 Don't mention it. 80 00:04:04,903 --> 00:04:06,446 I'll ask Mrs. Chan. 81 00:04:09,408 --> 00:04:11,910 Mrs. Chan, eat with us before you go! 82 00:04:11,993 --> 00:04:14,663 No, thanks. I must dash to the airport. 83 00:04:15,163 --> 00:04:16,998 - Your husband's coming back? - Yes. 84 00:04:17,082 --> 00:04:18,959 Then I won't keep you. 85 00:04:20,752 --> 00:04:22,421 - Going out? - Yes. 86 00:04:24,965 --> 00:04:27,259 Sorry I'm late! 87 00:04:27,342 --> 00:04:29,428 Amah, pour some beer. 88 00:04:29,511 --> 00:04:30,595 Cheers! 89 00:04:32,013 --> 00:04:35,434 Mrs. Chow, try some Shanghai dishes. 90 00:04:35,517 --> 00:04:38,520 Where is Mrs. Chan off to so late? 91 00:04:39,312 --> 00:04:42,482 Meeting her husband at the airport. 92 00:04:42,507 --> 00:04:44,217 So that's why she looks different. 93 00:05:42,678 --> 00:05:45,556 It's all packed. Take care on your trip. 94 00:05:49,995 --> 00:05:52,748 How long this time? 95 00:05:52,831 --> 00:05:54,833 Two to four weeks. 96 00:05:55,584 --> 00:05:59,922 Remember to bring back two more of those handbags. 97 00:06:00,005 --> 00:06:01,131 Who for? 98 00:06:01,215 --> 00:06:02,341 My boss. 99 00:06:02,424 --> 00:06:03,801 Two of them? 100 00:06:03,884 --> 00:06:05,469 You know why. 101 00:06:05,552 --> 00:06:07,388 Different colors? 102 00:06:08,681 --> 00:06:10,849 The same will do! Who cares? 103 00:06:11,350 --> 00:06:13,185 Whatever! 104 00:06:24,071 --> 00:06:29,702 Mrs. Ho. Mr. Ho is still in a meeting. 105 00:06:29,785 --> 00:06:32,913 He'll be home late. Please don't wait to eat. 106 00:06:35,749 --> 00:06:37,751 Yes. We're so busy at the moment. 107 00:06:39,336 --> 00:06:42,339 Yes. I'll ask him to call you when he gets back. 108 00:06:51,223 --> 00:06:53,058 Did you call my wife? 109 00:06:53,142 --> 00:06:55,769 Yes, I said you'd be back later. 110 00:06:56,395 --> 00:06:57,938 Have you booked the restaurant? 111 00:06:58,022 --> 00:06:59,315 A table for two at 8:00. 112 00:06:59,398 --> 00:07:02,735 Miss Yu called to say she's on her way. 113 00:07:03,444 --> 00:07:08,157 I'll be back after dinner. Can I bring you something? 114 00:07:08,240 --> 00:07:10,743 No, thanks. I'll get my own. 115 00:07:10,826 --> 00:07:15,706 Leave when you're ready. I'll lock up. 116 00:07:19,918 --> 00:07:21,795 - Good evening, Mr. Ho! - — evening! 117 00:07:40,731 --> 00:07:43,067 - Going out, Mrs. Chan? - Yes. 118 00:07:46,987 --> 00:07:48,989 Going out so late? 119 00:07:49,073 --> 00:07:50,532 Just getting some noodles. 120 00:07:50,616 --> 00:07:53,869 Amah is making pork soup. Join us. 121 00:07:53,952 --> 00:07:57,039 Thanks, I'm not really hungry. I just want some air. 122 00:07:57,122 --> 00:07:59,208 You're too polite. 123 00:07:59,291 --> 00:08:00,709 Next time! 124 00:08:03,712 --> 00:08:07,466 They're all starving. We can eat. 125 00:08:09,551 --> 00:08:11,220 Have you spoken to Ming? 126 00:08:12,304 --> 00:08:13,639 So I'll go with someone else! 127 00:08:16,141 --> 00:08:17,851 Just kidding! 128 00:08:18,352 --> 00:08:21,397 I'll be early tonight. See you soon! 129 00:08:29,525 --> 00:08:30,776 Chow! 130 00:08:30,860 --> 00:08:31,944 Coming! 131 00:08:38,326 --> 00:08:43,372 Time to go! Finish it tomorrow! 132 00:08:43,456 --> 00:08:46,042 No, I'm nearly there. 133 00:08:46,125 --> 00:08:47,168 Oh, Ming. 134 00:08:47,835 --> 00:08:50,755 - I need a few days off next month. - Why? 135 00:08:51,631 --> 00:08:54,759 I promised my wife a trip. Put in a word for me, will you? 136 00:08:55,343 --> 00:08:58,054 I'll speak to personnel. 137 00:08:58,137 --> 00:09:00,139 But the next lunch is on you. 138 00:09:01,474 --> 00:09:02,975 Thanks, Ming! 139 00:09:05,394 --> 00:09:07,396 It's ready! 140 00:09:07,480 --> 00:09:10,441 No, it'll switch itself off! 141 00:09:10,983 --> 00:09:13,569 I told you, it's not ready! 142 00:09:14,403 --> 00:09:16,989 A rice cooker! It's yours, Mrs. Koo? 143 00:09:17,073 --> 00:09:22,411 No, it's beyond us! It's Mrs. Chan's. 144 00:09:24,705 --> 00:09:26,249 My husband brought it from Japan. 145 00:09:26,332 --> 00:09:28,292 I wanted to show Mrs. Koo how good it is. 146 00:09:28,918 --> 00:09:30,294 Now it's ready! 147 00:09:40,513 --> 00:09:45,184 Mrs. Chan, could Mr. Chan get me one next time? 148 00:09:45,268 --> 00:09:46,769 No problem! 149 00:09:46,852 --> 00:09:49,814 Mr. Chow, you should get one too! 150 00:09:49,897 --> 00:09:54,360 Your wife's so often late home. 151 00:09:55,319 --> 00:09:57,280 I couldn't trouble Mr. Chan. 152 00:09:57,363 --> 00:09:59,865 It's just neighborly, isn't it? 153 00:10:00,866 --> 00:10:04,287 It's no trouble! I'll ask him to buy another next time. 154 00:10:04,996 --> 00:10:06,372 Thank you! 155 00:10:15,423 --> 00:10:18,050 Let's try the rice. 156 00:10:19,802 --> 00:10:22,972 Mr. Chan, sorry to trouble you about the rice cooker. 157 00:10:23,055 --> 00:10:25,141 It was really no trouble. 158 00:10:26,183 --> 00:10:28,811 How much do I owe you? 159 00:10:28,894 --> 00:10:31,022 Your wife has already paid me. 160 00:10:31,105 --> 00:10:33,733 - — Really? - She didn't tell you? 161 00:10:34,442 --> 00:10:36,110 She's been working late shifts. 162 00:10:36,193 --> 00:10:38,321 Often I'm asleep when she gets back. 163 00:10:38,404 --> 00:10:41,198 - It must be hard for her. - Yes. 164 00:10:41,782 --> 00:10:43,326 Mrs. Chan isn't back yet? 165 00:10:43,409 --> 00:10:46,662 She'll be back soon. You need to talk to her? 166 00:10:47,163 --> 00:10:49,290 A friend needs to go to Singapore. 167 00:10:49,373 --> 00:10:51,834 I wonder if she could get a cheap ticket for him. 168 00:10:51,917 --> 00:10:53,544 I'll ask when she gets back. 169 00:10:54,962 --> 00:10:57,048 I'm bothering you too much. 170 00:10:57,131 --> 00:11:00,343 Don't mention it. We're neighbors! 171 00:11:00,926 --> 00:11:02,595 I'll leave you in peace. 172 00:11:08,976 --> 00:11:10,394 Looking for me? 173 00:11:10,478 --> 00:11:13,439 Damn right. Where've you been? 174 00:11:14,065 --> 00:11:15,316 What's up? 175 00:11:15,869 --> 00:11:19,621 Mrs. Chan called. You left a hat at her office. 176 00:11:19,678 --> 00:11:22,765 I meant to! I wanted an excuse to go back. 177 00:11:22,993 --> 00:11:24,745 I know your tricks! 178 00:11:25,913 --> 00:11:27,498 She's married. 179 00:11:27,581 --> 00:11:29,625 I know, that's why I left. 180 00:11:29,708 --> 00:11:32,795 Otherwise I'd move in next door. 181 00:11:32,878 --> 00:11:36,905 If your wife wasn't so attractive, she'd be a worried woman! 182 00:11:39,551 --> 00:11:41,220 I'm not like you. 183 00:11:43,388 --> 00:11:45,182 Please call Mrs. Chan for me. 184 00:11:45,265 --> 00:11:47,288 I'll pick up the hat tomorrow. 185 00:11:47,368 --> 00:11:48,644 And take her to lunch! 186 00:11:49,311 --> 00:11:50,729 Dream on! 187 00:11:50,813 --> 00:11:54,010 She'll take the hat home. I'll bring it in tomorrow. 188 00:11:54,358 --> 00:11:57,236 You're kidding! Some buddy you are! 189 00:11:57,319 --> 00:11:59,488 Tell you what, let's go pick her up now! 190 00:12:00,739 --> 00:12:04,103 She should be off work by now. We can go together! 191 00:12:04,396 --> 00:12:06,036 I don't have time for this. 192 00:12:06,120 --> 00:12:07,204 Chow! 193 00:12:07,287 --> 00:12:09,998 Yes! Get out of here, I'm busy. 194 00:12:10,082 --> 00:12:14,378 Then I'll wait at your place. 195 00:12:14,461 --> 00:12:15,879 Ping! 196 00:12:24,138 --> 00:12:26,140 Mr. Chow, is Mr. Koo in? 197 00:12:26,223 --> 00:12:29,184 He's out. Forgot to buy the paper again? 198 00:12:29,268 --> 00:12:30,686 That's right, I'll stop by later. 199 00:12:30,769 --> 00:12:33,230 - Maybe I can find it for you. - — thank you. 200 00:12:44,158 --> 00:12:45,951 - — This one? - Yes. 201 00:12:47,244 --> 00:12:50,831 I always loved those serials. Hated to miss an episode. 202 00:12:50,914 --> 00:12:52,833 Really? You liked them too? 203 00:12:52,916 --> 00:12:56,420 I even thought of writing one! 204 00:12:56,920 --> 00:12:58,338 Why didn't you? 205 00:12:58,422 --> 00:13:01,175 I couldn't get started, so I gave up. 206 00:13:01,258 --> 00:13:03,468 I wasn't born to write martial arts stories! 207 00:13:03,552 --> 00:13:05,888 But you can borrow from my collection anytime. 208 00:13:05,971 --> 00:13:08,307 Not now. Maybe another time. 209 00:13:08,390 --> 00:13:09,558 - — Thanks. - You're welcome! 210 00:13:18,025 --> 00:13:19,693 What is it? Mrs. Chan! 211 00:13:20,360 --> 00:13:22,779 I just want to return these to Mr. Chow. Is he in? 212 00:13:22,863 --> 00:13:24,865 He's been away for a few days. 213 00:13:24,948 --> 00:13:25,991 Why? 214 00:13:26,617 --> 00:13:28,911 They had a quarrel. 215 00:13:28,994 --> 00:13:33,332 Leave them with me. I'll pass them back to him. 216 00:13:34,291 --> 00:13:35,334 Thank you. 217 00:13:43,967 --> 00:13:45,177 Forget it! 218 00:13:46,094 --> 00:13:49,264 I'm on a replacement shift tonight. 219 00:13:50,974 --> 00:13:55,312 Talk to you later. 220 00:13:56,396 --> 00:13:58,565 No need to pick me up! 221 00:14:01,360 --> 00:14:03,111 She's already left. 222 00:14:03,737 --> 00:14:07,241 Really? I was going to take her out for supper. 223 00:14:07,741 --> 00:14:10,661 Didn't she tell you she was off early today? 224 00:14:10,744 --> 00:14:13,372 She never remembers to tell me. 225 00:14:15,332 --> 00:14:17,209 Maybe she's home by now. 226 00:14:18,252 --> 00:14:19,461 I'll be off, then. 227 00:14:19,544 --> 00:14:20,879 Okay, bye! 228 00:16:45,232 --> 00:16:46,566 Hello! 229 00:16:58,870 --> 00:16:59,895 You're out of hospital! 230 00:16:59,920 --> 00:17:02,978 Don't mention hospital! Lend me $30! 231 00:17:03,333 --> 00:17:04,319 What for? 232 00:17:04,449 --> 00:17:06,577 You gotta help me save face! 233 00:17:06,793 --> 00:17:07,961 What's the big deal? 234 00:17:08,071 --> 00:17:09,790 It's ah hoi's fault. 235 00:17:09,867 --> 00:17:13,625 He gave me a racing tip, said it was a sure thing. 236 00:17:13,835 --> 00:17:18,172 Before they'd taken out the stitches... 237 00:17:18,350 --> 00:17:20,769 I bet everything I had. 238 00:17:20,805 --> 00:17:22,432 And I lost my shirt! 239 00:17:22,602 --> 00:17:24,646 What did you expect? 240 00:17:25,029 --> 00:17:27,693 I thought it was my lucky day. 241 00:17:27,765 --> 00:17:29,600 Anyhow, I had only $2 left. 242 00:17:30,055 --> 00:17:33,600 So I went to the whorehouse. 243 00:17:33,864 --> 00:17:35,768 You were in no shape for sex! 244 00:17:35,978 --> 00:17:38,021 I thought it would improve my luck. 245 00:17:40,075 --> 00:17:42,577 What would $2 buy you? 246 00:17:43,551 --> 00:17:47,263 I'm Kwai—Fei's regular. She gives me credit. 247 00:17:47,878 --> 00:17:49,621 You can have it on credit? 248 00:17:49,648 --> 00:17:53,193 I left my ID card and said I'd be back to redeem it. 249 00:17:53,467 --> 00:17:55,463 I thought a few dollars would be easy to rustle up. 250 00:17:55,555 --> 00:17:57,474 But so far nothing. I'm way overdue. 251 00:17:59,264 --> 00:18:01,408 Four eyes was there yesterday. 252 00:18:01,433 --> 00:18:03,600 Saw her waving my ID around in front of everyone. 253 00:18:03,655 --> 00:18:04,865 So embarrassing! 254 00:18:05,041 --> 00:18:07,127 Anyway, lend me $30! 255 00:18:13,538 --> 00:18:15,207 This is all I can spare. 256 00:18:16,198 --> 00:18:18,658 I need $10 for myself. 257 00:18:21,052 --> 00:18:22,887 Pay you back next month. 258 00:18:23,675 --> 00:18:26,094 - Let's have a late snack. - What? 259 00:18:26,384 --> 00:18:29,289 All I've had today is some won-ton noodles. 260 00:18:29,544 --> 00:18:31,338 Let me finish writing this first. 261 00:18:34,489 --> 00:18:36,616 I'm not sure I should tell you this... 262 00:18:37,407 --> 00:18:38,408 What? 263 00:18:38,671 --> 00:18:41,211 I saw your wife in the street yesterday. 264 00:18:41,320 --> 00:18:42,905 So what? 265 00:18:44,216 --> 00:18:47,594 She was with some guy. 266 00:18:52,215 --> 00:18:53,967 Probably a friend. 267 00:18:56,306 --> 00:18:58,809 Just thought you should know. 268 00:19:00,492 --> 00:19:04,162 Miss Yu? This is me. 269 00:19:04,727 --> 00:19:08,815 Mr. Ho's still in a meeting. He says he can't manage dinner. 270 00:19:10,850 --> 00:19:13,144 Yes, we're very busy now. 271 00:19:18,645 --> 00:19:21,314 I'll ask Mr. Ho to call. 272 00:19:26,027 --> 00:19:27,696 Have you called miss Yu? 273 00:19:27,779 --> 00:19:29,114 Yes, I have. 274 00:19:29,197 --> 00:19:30,323 What did she say? 275 00:19:30,407 --> 00:19:32,492 Asks you to call her later. 276 00:19:32,575 --> 00:19:35,203 And Mrs. Ho says she's ready to cut her birthday cake. 277 00:19:35,287 --> 00:19:36,621 She wants you to hurry home. 278 00:19:36,705 --> 00:19:39,416 - Did you get me a present for her? - Yes, this. 279 00:19:39,499 --> 00:19:41,710 - — What is it? - A scarf. 280 00:19:41,793 --> 00:19:43,837 I think Mrs. Ho will like it. 281 00:19:43,920 --> 00:19:45,088 Thank you. 282 00:19:45,171 --> 00:19:46,339 And here's your change. 283 00:19:46,423 --> 00:19:50,802 I'm always troubling you. Use it for bus fare. 284 00:19:50,885 --> 00:19:53,513 Why don't you dine with us tonight? 285 00:19:53,596 --> 00:19:56,766 Thank you, I've already planned to see a film tonight. 286 00:19:56,850 --> 00:19:58,643 Then I won't keep you. 287 00:19:58,727 --> 00:20:01,980 Tomorrow will be quiet. Take the morning off. 288 00:20:11,948 --> 00:20:13,658 Are you going out tonight? 289 00:20:16,077 --> 00:20:17,871 Don't forget your keys. 290 00:20:17,954 --> 00:20:20,248 All the neighbors are dining out tonight. 291 00:20:20,874 --> 00:20:24,753 I have a lot to do here. I'll be late. 292 00:20:39,934 --> 00:20:41,978 What is it, Mrs. Chan? 293 00:20:42,062 --> 00:20:43,271 I heard voices, 294 00:20:43,355 --> 00:20:45,648 I thought Mr. and Mrs. Koo were back. 295 00:20:45,996 --> 00:20:49,041 Not yet. Anything I can help with? 296 00:20:50,737 --> 00:20:53,281 No, I just wanted a chat. 297 00:20:54,230 --> 00:20:56,357 - Are you alone? - Yes, I am. 298 00:20:59,746 --> 00:21:01,456 You're back early today! 299 00:21:02,123 --> 00:21:05,126 I came back to rest. I'm not feeling well... 300 00:21:07,140 --> 00:21:10,102 What is it? I have some medicines... 301 00:21:10,602 --> 00:21:13,146 Don't trouble yourself, I'll sleep it off. 302 00:21:15,524 --> 00:21:17,651 In that case... I'll leave you in peace. 303 00:21:25,700 --> 00:21:26,993 It was your wife. 304 00:21:28,078 --> 00:21:30,122 Have you spoken to your wife yet? 305 00:21:31,156 --> 00:21:32,991 Then we shouldn't meet anymore. 306 00:22:20,662 --> 00:22:22,622 Any news from the Philippines? 307 00:22:22,706 --> 00:22:24,082 Yes, a telex. 308 00:22:24,165 --> 00:22:26,126 There's a typhoon, so the ship's still docked. 309 00:22:26,835 --> 00:22:32,048 Please inform Chan that the shipment may be delayed. 310 00:22:32,132 --> 00:22:33,758 Ask if that's a problem. 311 00:22:37,053 --> 00:22:40,557 Your wife rang. You don't need to pick her up. 312 00:22:40,640 --> 00:22:42,121 She's playing mahjong with Mrs. Lau. 313 00:22:42,146 --> 00:22:44,690 She'll meet you at the restaurant at 5.30. 314 00:22:48,398 --> 00:22:50,066 And there's a gift from miss Yu. 315 00:22:50,150 --> 00:22:51,488 She was here? 316 00:22:51,628 --> 00:22:53,672 No, she had it sent over. 317 00:22:53,803 --> 00:22:57,390 She says she'll dine alone since it's your birthday. 318 00:22:57,493 --> 00:23:00,162 Please phone her when you have a moment. 319 00:23:01,834 --> 00:23:04,837 - I'll get you another coffee. - — thank you. 320 00:23:27,898 --> 00:23:29,149 Thank you. 321 00:23:34,488 --> 00:23:36,198 That tie looks good on you. 322 00:23:36,699 --> 00:23:41,161 You noticed? It's much like the old one. 323 00:23:42,496 --> 00:23:44,623 You notice things if you pay attention. 324 00:23:57,261 --> 00:23:58,637 I'll be off now. 325 00:23:58,721 --> 00:24:02,016 If Chan has a problem, let me know at the restaurant. 326 00:24:02,588 --> 00:24:04,006 Why did you change your tie? 327 00:24:04,323 --> 00:24:06,117 The new one was too showy. 328 00:24:06,279 --> 00:24:08,073 I should stick with my own. 329 00:24:08,136 --> 00:24:09,846 Don't forget to lock up. 330 00:25:56,628 --> 00:25:59,673 By the way, haven't seen your husband lately. 331 00:26:00,423 --> 00:26:03,426 He's abroad now, on company business. 332 00:26:03,510 --> 00:26:05,971 That's why I see you at the noodle stall. 333 00:26:07,389 --> 00:26:09,307 I don't like cooking for myself. 334 00:26:10,308 --> 00:26:12,769 Haven't seen your wife lately either. 335 00:26:13,687 --> 00:26:17,190 Her mother's ill. She's at home with her. 336 00:26:18,358 --> 00:26:20,110 That explains it. 337 00:26:20,986 --> 00:26:22,153 Good night! 338 00:26:22,616 --> 00:26:23,616 Good night! 339 00:26:24,241 --> 00:26:26,123 Mrs. Chan, I'm glad you're back! 340 00:26:26,157 --> 00:26:27,951 It's raining so hard! 341 00:26:28,034 --> 00:26:30,216 I was going to look for you with an umbrella. 342 00:26:30,429 --> 00:26:31,413 You're too kind. 343 00:26:31,496 --> 00:26:32,872 Amah, who is it? 344 00:26:32,956 --> 00:26:33,665 It's Mrs. Chan. 345 00:26:33,748 --> 00:26:34,791 Mrs. Suen! 346 00:26:34,874 --> 00:26:40,088 Caught in the rain? I said you could eat with us! 347 00:26:40,588 --> 00:26:42,757 Next time... enjoy your game. 348 00:26:45,051 --> 00:26:50,056 Her husband's always away. It's sad to see her so lonely. 349 00:26:50,140 --> 00:26:54,311 She dresses up like that to go out for noodles? 350 00:27:05,030 --> 00:27:07,407 Mr. Chow! What are you doing here? 351 00:27:07,907 --> 00:27:10,118 Just calling Mrs. Koo to the phone. 352 00:27:11,288 --> 00:27:13,082 You're late back. 353 00:27:13,165 --> 00:27:14,917 I went to the pictures. 354 00:27:15,501 --> 00:27:17,169 I'll be going. 355 00:27:24,403 --> 00:27:25,654 Hello? 356 00:27:26,155 --> 00:27:28,115 Yes, please hold on. 357 00:27:28,198 --> 00:27:30,659 Who is it? — it's for Mrs. Chan. 358 00:27:41,170 --> 00:27:44,965 It must seem odd to ask you out, but I want to ask something. 359 00:27:45,465 --> 00:27:47,467 That handbag I saw you with this evening... 360 00:27:47,551 --> 00:27:49,261 Where did you buy it? 361 00:27:50,262 --> 00:27:52,055 Why do you ask? 362 00:27:52,681 --> 00:27:57,352 It looked so elegant. I want to get one for my wife. 363 00:28:00,427 --> 00:28:02,554 Mr. Chow, you're so good to your wife! 364 00:28:03,442 --> 00:28:06,862 Not really! My wife is so fussy. 365 00:28:06,945 --> 00:28:10,699 Her birthday is some days away. I don't know what to get her. 366 00:28:14,912 --> 00:28:16,352 Could you buy one for me to give her? 367 00:28:18,248 --> 00:28:21,627 Maybe she wouldn't want one just exactly the same. 368 00:28:23,587 --> 00:28:26,298 You're right, I didn't think of that. 369 00:28:27,549 --> 00:28:29,343 A woman would mind. 370 00:28:29,843 --> 00:28:33,055 Yes, especially since we're neighbors. 371 00:28:35,432 --> 00:28:37,392 Do they come in other colors? 372 00:28:39,853 --> 00:28:42,397 I'd have to ask my husband. 373 00:28:42,481 --> 00:28:43,815 Why? 374 00:28:44,483 --> 00:28:48,237 He bought it for me on a business trip abroad. 375 00:28:48,320 --> 00:28:50,239 They aren't on sale here. 376 00:28:54,034 --> 00:28:55,577 Then never mind. 377 00:29:02,251 --> 00:29:03,460 Actually... 378 00:29:03,543 --> 00:29:05,712 I want to ask you something too. 379 00:29:07,714 --> 00:29:08,799 What? 380 00:29:10,175 --> 00:29:11,843 Where did you buy your tie? 381 00:29:14,721 --> 00:29:16,682 I don't know where it came from. 382 00:29:16,765 --> 00:29:19,142 My wife buys all my ties. 383 00:29:19,643 --> 00:29:20,894 Really? 384 00:29:23,146 --> 00:29:28,694 She bought this one on a business trip abroad. 385 00:29:29,194 --> 00:29:30,862 It's not on sale here. 386 00:29:32,197 --> 00:29:33,949 What a coincidence! 387 00:29:36,660 --> 00:29:38,036 Yes. 388 00:29:43,715 --> 00:29:45,174 Actually... 389 00:29:47,504 --> 00:29:50,299 My husband has one just like it. 390 00:29:51,383 --> 00:29:54,011 He said it was a gift from his boss. 391 00:29:54,094 --> 00:29:55,971 So he wears it every day. 392 00:30:01,018 --> 00:30:03,562 And my wife has a bag just like yours. 393 00:30:04,563 --> 00:30:05,659 I know, 394 00:30:05,719 --> 00:30:06,929 I've seen it. 395 00:30:09,901 --> 00:30:12,070 What are you getting at, actually? 396 00:30:24,249 --> 00:30:26,710 I thought I was the only one who knew. 397 00:30:45,437 --> 00:30:47,439 I wonder how it began. 398 00:31:03,538 --> 00:31:07,250 It's late. Won't your wife complain? 399 00:31:08,001 --> 00:31:11,380 She's used to it. She doesn't care. 400 00:31:12,464 --> 00:31:15,217 And your husband? 401 00:31:15,759 --> 00:31:18,095 He must be asleep by now. 402 00:31:21,306 --> 00:31:23,141 Shall we stay out tonight? 403 00:31:30,649 --> 00:31:32,776 My husband would never say that. 404 00:31:35,695 --> 00:31:37,406 What would he say? 405 00:31:37,989 --> 00:31:40,283 Anyhow, he wouldn't say that. 406 00:31:40,947 --> 00:31:42,907 Someone must have made the first move. 407 00:31:43,408 --> 00:31:45,201 Who else could it be? 408 00:31:50,642 --> 00:31:53,853 It's late. Won't your wife complain? 409 00:31:54,464 --> 00:31:57,050 She's used to it. She doesn't care. 410 00:31:58,320 --> 00:31:59,988 And your husband? 411 00:32:00,985 --> 00:32:02,987 He must be asleep by now. 412 00:32:24,502 --> 00:32:26,212 I can't say it. 413 00:32:30,531 --> 00:32:32,200 I understand. 414 00:32:34,682 --> 00:32:36,517 After all, it's already happened. 415 00:32:37,061 --> 00:32:38,938 It doesn't matter who made the first move. 416 00:32:43,608 --> 00:32:45,651 Do you really know your wife? 417 00:33:15,745 --> 00:33:18,540 - You order for me. - Why? 418 00:33:22,655 --> 00:33:24,990 I've no idea what your wife likes. 419 00:33:35,584 --> 00:33:37,503 What about your husband? 420 00:34:18,878 --> 00:34:20,296 Like it hot? 421 00:34:24,068 --> 00:34:25,986 Your wife likes hot dishes. 422 00:34:54,580 --> 00:34:57,041 Why did you call me at the office today? 423 00:35:01,754 --> 00:35:03,674 I had nothing to do. I wanted to hear your voice. 424 00:35:09,715 --> 00:35:11,759 You have my husband down pat. 425 00:35:11,842 --> 00:35:13,886 He's a real sweet-talker. 426 00:35:40,122 --> 00:35:41,874 Why didn't you call me today? 427 00:35:43,249 --> 00:35:45,251 I was afraid you won't like it. 428 00:35:46,975 --> 00:35:48,977 Then don't call me again. 429 00:36:04,908 --> 00:36:08,287 Mrs. Chan! A letter from your husband. 430 00:36:10,080 --> 00:36:12,791 It's not for me, it's for Mr. Chow next door. 431 00:36:12,875 --> 00:36:17,212 The Japanese stamp made me think it was your husband. 432 00:36:17,838 --> 00:36:19,590 So I was wrong. 433 00:36:36,148 --> 00:36:37,941 Your wife's in Japan? 434 00:36:39,860 --> 00:36:41,445 How did you know? 435 00:36:43,697 --> 00:36:45,491 What did she say in her letter? 436 00:36:46,158 --> 00:36:47,534 Nothing special. 437 00:36:49,495 --> 00:36:51,330 Anything about when she'd be back? 438 00:36:55,292 --> 00:36:57,878 What do you think they're doing right now? 439 00:37:33,964 --> 00:37:36,300 Are you all right? — I'm fine. 440 00:37:37,459 --> 00:37:39,336 Please pull up here! 441 00:37:39,874 --> 00:37:40,958 Why? 442 00:37:41,541 --> 00:37:43,210 I'll get off first. 443 00:37:44,174 --> 00:37:45,676 No, let me. 444 00:38:48,573 --> 00:38:50,950 Mrs. Chan! — ah ping! You're back? 445 00:38:51,775 --> 00:38:52,901 Visiting Mr. Chow? 446 00:38:52,958 --> 00:38:55,669 Yes, I thought we'd have lunch. But he isn't well. 447 00:38:55,913 --> 00:38:57,008 What's wrong with him? 448 00:38:57,074 --> 00:38:59,493 He's got a fever. He's all alone. 449 00:38:59,750 --> 00:39:02,419 So I'm gonna buy him something to eat. 450 00:39:02,961 --> 00:39:04,185 The congee downstairs is quite good. 451 00:39:04,210 --> 00:39:06,170 He doesn't want congee. 452 00:39:06,433 --> 00:39:07,810 What does he want? 453 00:39:07,946 --> 00:39:10,490 Can't taste anything, so he wants sesame syrup. 454 00:39:10,548 --> 00:39:12,049 Damned troublesome! 455 00:39:17,880 --> 00:39:20,128 Amah! 456 00:39:20,271 --> 00:39:22,857 Mrs. Suen, she's hanging the washing on the roof. 457 00:39:23,066 --> 00:39:24,036 Oh, you're back. 458 00:39:24,085 --> 00:39:25,544 Yes... you've been out? 459 00:39:25,761 --> 00:39:29,306 My mother's birthday is coming up. 460 00:39:29,509 --> 00:39:31,371 So I took her to buy some fabric. 461 00:39:31,612 --> 00:39:33,716 It took all day. I'm half dead! 462 00:39:34,368 --> 00:39:36,221 And I had my hair done. Is it nice? 463 00:39:36,289 --> 00:39:37,623 Very nice! 464 00:39:37,887 --> 00:39:39,330 What are you cooking? 465 00:39:39,938 --> 00:39:42,774 I had a sudden craving for sesame syrup. 466 00:39:43,542 --> 00:39:46,128 That whole pot is for you? 467 00:39:46,488 --> 00:39:48,907 I thought I might as well make a potful. 468 00:39:49,783 --> 00:39:51,493 You're so thoughtful! 469 00:39:52,202 --> 00:39:54,121 - Please try it. - I will. 470 00:39:55,096 --> 00:39:56,556 What a coincidence! 471 00:39:56,601 --> 00:39:58,269 Going out? 472 00:39:58,398 --> 00:40:01,735 I'll buy some noodles. I'm starving. 473 00:40:01,878 --> 00:40:03,380 Hungry? Will you join me? 474 00:40:04,589 --> 00:40:05,882 No, thanks. 475 00:40:06,508 --> 00:40:08,135 Just off work? 476 00:40:08,218 --> 00:40:09,970 You must be very busy. 477 00:40:10,053 --> 00:40:13,557 Actually, I've been to see a picture. 478 00:40:14,266 --> 00:40:17,543 - — Really? How was it? - So-so. 479 00:40:17,936 --> 00:40:20,230 I used to like going to the pictures. 480 00:40:20,314 --> 00:40:22,316 You had many hobbies before. 481 00:40:22,399 --> 00:40:25,861 On your own, you are free to do lots of things. 482 00:40:26,361 --> 00:40:28,530 Everything changes when you marry. 483 00:40:28,613 --> 00:40:30,657 It must be decided together. 484 00:40:30,741 --> 00:40:31,908 Right? 485 00:40:34,745 --> 00:40:37,873 I sometimes wonder what I'd be if I hadn't married. 486 00:40:38,415 --> 00:40:40,083 Have you ever thought of that? 487 00:40:42,753 --> 00:40:44,004 Maybe happier! 488 00:40:48,050 --> 00:40:50,969 I didn't know married life would be so complicated! 489 00:40:52,304 --> 00:40:54,014 When you're single, 490 00:40:54,070 --> 00:40:56,072 you are only responsible to yourself. 491 00:40:57,059 --> 00:40:58,935 Once you're married, 492 00:40:59,895 --> 00:41:02,272 doing well on your own is not enough. 493 00:41:04,441 --> 00:41:08,487 Don't brood on it. Maybe he'll be back soon. 494 00:41:12,157 --> 00:41:13,241 What about you? 495 00:41:13,909 --> 00:41:15,744 Actually, we're in the same boat. 496 00:41:19,122 --> 00:41:20,957 But I don't brood on it. 497 00:41:21,958 --> 00:41:23,668 It's not my fault. 498 00:41:24,348 --> 00:41:27,268 I can't waste time wondering if! Made mistakes. 499 00:41:27,464 --> 00:41:29,299 Life's too short for that. 500 00:41:30,634 --> 00:41:32,302 Something must change. 501 00:41:33,804 --> 00:41:35,514 So what's your plan? 502 00:41:37,140 --> 00:41:40,644 I want to write a martial-arts serial. 503 00:41:41,532 --> 00:41:44,326 Actually, I've started one. I'll show it to you. 504 00:41:44,981 --> 00:41:46,149 Great! 505 00:41:46,877 --> 00:41:50,089 You like them too, so why not help me write it? 506 00:41:50,192 --> 00:41:53,779 I wouldn't know how, I only read them! 507 00:41:53,902 --> 00:41:55,779 We could discuss it together. 508 00:41:57,448 --> 00:41:59,241 All right, I'll try my best. 509 00:42:00,950 --> 00:42:03,035 I never thanked you for the sesame syrup. 510 00:42:03,118 --> 00:42:06,455 There's no need, I was making it anyway. 511 00:42:07,665 --> 00:42:11,377 Amazing! I was craving some sesame syrup that day. 512 00:42:12,127 --> 00:42:14,296 Really? What a coincidence! 513 00:42:14,380 --> 00:42:16,006 It really was! 514 00:42:17,716 --> 00:42:19,218 I'll go for those noodles. 515 00:44:43,404 --> 00:44:49,284 Again! Halfway through dinner, he's drunk! Disgusting! 516 00:44:49,368 --> 00:44:52,996 I told you to stop! What can you do? 517 00:45:01,171 --> 00:45:02,256 It's me! 518 00:45:02,339 --> 00:45:03,924 You scared me. 519 00:45:04,007 --> 00:45:05,884 How's Mr. Koo? 520 00:45:05,968 --> 00:45:07,678 Drunk, as usual. 521 00:45:16,645 --> 00:45:18,647 I didn't expect them back so early! 522 00:45:21,191 --> 00:45:24,194 Since you're trapped here, finish the noodles. 523 00:45:27,739 --> 00:45:29,575 They'll probably go soon. 524 00:45:40,586 --> 00:45:42,254 Want some soup? 525 00:45:45,340 --> 00:45:47,050 Want some soup? 526 00:45:58,297 --> 00:46:00,925 Mrs. Suen! Playing here tonight! 527 00:46:01,316 --> 00:46:04,069 Yes, Mrs. Koo is dealing with her husband. 528 00:46:05,179 --> 00:46:07,556 I could do that. 529 00:46:07,640 --> 00:46:09,934 No, we should not trouble you. 530 00:46:10,976 --> 00:46:13,521 Think you'll play all night? 531 00:46:13,604 --> 00:46:16,315 No, we'll just play eight rounds. 532 00:46:20,820 --> 00:46:23,072 They'll play till morning? 533 00:46:23,739 --> 00:46:25,533 Mrs. Suen says only eight rounds. 534 00:46:26,117 --> 00:46:27,827 You believe that? 535 00:46:34,125 --> 00:46:37,378 You get some rest. I'll wake you when they leave. 536 00:46:38,170 --> 00:46:39,547 And you? 537 00:46:39,630 --> 00:46:41,507 I have a chapter to finish. 538 00:46:55,210 --> 00:46:57,004 Where have you got to? 539 00:46:57,087 --> 00:46:58,964 The drunken master just showed up. 540 00:46:59,047 --> 00:47:01,049 When did he get written in? 541 00:47:02,092 --> 00:47:03,593 Just now! 542 00:47:25,824 --> 00:47:28,952 Mr. Chow, home so early? 543 00:47:29,036 --> 00:47:31,913 - I went out to buy some food. - No work today? 544 00:47:31,997 --> 00:47:33,707 I don't feel so good, I'm staying home. 545 00:47:33,790 --> 00:47:36,335 A sick man shouldn't eat all that sticky rice. 546 00:47:36,418 --> 00:47:38,003 Some of it's for later. 547 00:47:38,086 --> 00:47:39,963 Don't stuff yourself! 548 00:47:40,505 --> 00:47:41,506 Good morning! 549 00:47:41,590 --> 00:47:43,175 Good morning. Finished your game? 550 00:47:43,258 --> 00:47:47,054 Not yet, but Mr. Yang has to work. 551 00:47:47,137 --> 00:47:48,847 Mr. Tsai is coming to replace him. 552 00:47:50,349 --> 00:47:52,601 Did you call the office for me? 553 00:47:52,684 --> 00:47:53,977 Yes. 554 00:47:54,061 --> 00:47:55,937 What did you tell them? 555 00:47:56,021 --> 00:47:57,814 That you weren't feeling well. 556 00:47:58,982 --> 00:48:00,859 Did they ask who you were? 557 00:48:05,280 --> 00:48:07,324 Probably took me for your husband. 558 00:48:08,283 --> 00:48:10,744 Mr. Ho knows that he's away. 559 00:48:11,328 --> 00:48:13,121 Pretend he's come back. 560 00:48:21,880 --> 00:48:24,216 Maybe we're being too cautious. 561 00:48:24,299 --> 00:48:26,134 I'm always round anyway. 562 00:48:26,218 --> 00:48:28,136 We shouldn't have panicked. 563 00:48:29,930 --> 00:48:33,183 Well, they did turn up without warning. 564 00:48:33,266 --> 00:48:35,102 What would they assume? 565 00:48:38,188 --> 00:48:40,357 One can't put a foot wrong. 566 00:49:19,896 --> 00:49:21,356 You can go! 567 00:49:45,320 --> 00:49:48,396 - — Amah! - Mrs. Chan! You're back very late! 568 00:49:48,740 --> 00:49:51,034 I had a lot of work today. 569 00:49:51,117 --> 00:49:53,828 I didn't see you leave this morning. 570 00:49:53,911 --> 00:49:55,913 I had breakfast with my mother. 571 00:49:55,997 --> 00:49:57,790 You weren't here when I left. 572 00:49:59,167 --> 00:50:00,168 Where's Mrs. Suen? 573 00:50:00,251 --> 00:50:04,380 Asleep. She played mahjong all day. 574 00:50:04,464 --> 00:50:06,674 - Be quiet, don't wake her. - All right! 575 00:50:06,758 --> 00:50:09,135 Mrs. Chan, is your leg all right? 576 00:50:09,218 --> 00:50:11,262 It's these new shoes. 577 00:50:57,475 --> 00:50:59,560 Why a special dinner tonight? 578 00:51:00,144 --> 00:51:04,273 Since you won't take your share of the writing fee... 579 00:51:05,525 --> 00:51:08,236 All I did was give you some thoughts. 580 00:51:09,404 --> 00:51:12,031 Someone else is asking for a serial too. 581 00:51:12,115 --> 00:51:13,950 There'll be more work soon. 582 00:51:14,033 --> 00:51:18,121 Really? So quickly? Isn't the workload too much? 583 00:51:18,204 --> 00:51:20,289 That's why I'm looking for a new place. 584 00:51:21,165 --> 00:51:22,500 What for? 585 00:51:23,668 --> 00:51:25,169 To write in! 586 00:51:26,337 --> 00:51:28,297 It'll be more convenient. 587 00:51:28,965 --> 00:51:32,802 There's nothing between us, but I don't want gossip. 588 00:51:34,720 --> 00:51:36,305 What do you think? 589 00:51:37,432 --> 00:51:39,434 Why waste money? 590 00:51:40,101 --> 00:51:44,605 You don't need me. You can write on your own. 591 00:52:23,728 --> 00:52:26,063 Who do you want? 592 00:52:26,147 --> 00:52:27,690 Chow mo—wan? 593 00:52:28,274 --> 00:52:30,401 He hasn't been in for several days. 594 00:52:33,237 --> 00:52:35,281 We're looking for him too. 595 00:52:37,081 --> 00:52:39,375 May I know who's calling? 596 00:52:42,121 --> 00:52:43,789 Any message? 597 00:52:45,750 --> 00:52:47,877 It's no trouble. Good-bye. 598 00:53:00,158 --> 00:53:02,494 Please get this to accounts. 599 00:53:02,577 --> 00:53:05,163 And have the air-conditioner serviced tomorrow. 600 00:53:05,247 --> 00:53:06,665 Mr. Ho! 601 00:53:07,999 --> 00:53:10,127 No need to stay if everything's done. 602 00:53:10,210 --> 00:53:12,212 - I'll lock up. - Yes. 603 00:53:24,015 --> 00:53:25,267 Hello? 604 00:53:30,432 --> 00:53:31,976 Where are you? 605 00:54:35,803 --> 00:54:37,472 I'll come again tomorrow. 606 00:54:38,389 --> 00:54:40,600 No need. I'll be all right after some rest. 607 00:54:41,642 --> 00:54:43,436 It's no trouble. 608 00:54:44,437 --> 00:54:47,190 I'll bring you some food. What would you like? 609 00:54:47,273 --> 00:54:48,483 Whatever. 610 00:54:49,233 --> 00:54:52,195 Then I'll leave now. Get some rest. 611 00:54:52,278 --> 00:54:54,030 Call me when you get home. 612 00:54:54,572 --> 00:54:57,450 Let it ring three times, then hang up. 613 00:54:58,409 --> 00:54:59,409 All right. 614 00:55:06,417 --> 00:55:08,252 I didn't think you'd come. 615 00:55:12,215 --> 00:55:14,342 We won't be like them. 616 00:55:16,052 --> 00:55:17,136 See you tomorrow. 617 00:57:33,272 --> 00:57:35,441 Tell me honestly... 618 00:57:37,944 --> 00:57:39,820 Do you have a mistress? 619 00:57:42,340 --> 00:57:44,008 You're crazy! 620 00:57:46,845 --> 00:57:48,596 Who told you I had? 621 00:57:48,680 --> 00:57:50,390 Never mind who. 622 00:57:51,307 --> 00:57:53,017 Do you or don't you? 623 00:58:02,243 --> 00:58:03,953 Don't lie! 624 00:58:05,321 --> 00:58:07,031 Look at me. 625 00:58:08,408 --> 00:58:10,160 Look at me! 626 00:58:11,953 --> 00:58:14,331 I'm asking you, do you have a mistress? 627 00:58:18,960 --> 00:58:20,337 Yes! 628 00:58:26,218 --> 00:58:28,095 That's no reaction! 629 00:58:28,887 --> 00:58:33,475 If he admits it outright, let him have it! 630 00:58:36,269 --> 00:58:39,356 I wasn't expecting he would admit it so easily. 631 00:58:41,233 --> 00:58:43,068 I didn't know how to react! 632 00:58:45,237 --> 00:58:46,738 One more time, all right? 633 00:59:04,297 --> 00:59:06,258 Tell me frankly. 634 00:59:07,509 --> 00:59:09,511 Do you have a mistress? 635 00:59:13,056 --> 00:59:14,558 You're crazy! 636 00:59:20,021 --> 00:59:21,731 Who told you that? 637 00:59:23,135 --> 00:59:26,680 Never mind that. Do you or don't you? 638 00:59:35,564 --> 00:59:37,232 Don't lie! 639 00:59:37,775 --> 00:59:39,443 Tell me! 640 00:59:40,611 --> 00:59:42,363 Look at me. 641 00:59:42,446 --> 00:59:44,406 Do you have a mistress? 642 00:59:53,582 --> 00:59:54,917 Yes! 643 01:00:21,276 --> 01:00:22,945 Are you all right? 644 01:00:26,365 --> 01:00:28,909 I didn't expect it to hurt so much. 645 01:00:37,876 --> 01:00:41,096 This is just a rehearsal. 646 01:00:44,091 --> 01:00:46,260 He won't really admit it so readily. 647 01:00:46,730 --> 01:00:50,483 It's all right. Don't take it so hard. 648 01:00:54,977 --> 01:00:57,271 You've been out a lot lately. 649 01:00:57,354 --> 01:00:58,689 Yes. 650 01:01:00,816 --> 01:01:04,820 It's right to enjoy yourself while you're young. 651 01:01:05,518 --> 01:01:07,448 But don't overdo it. 652 01:01:10,492 --> 01:01:12,286 When will your husband be back? 653 01:01:12,786 --> 01:01:14,455 Soon! 654 01:01:15,539 --> 01:01:20,294 In future, don't let him travel so much. 655 01:01:20,878 --> 01:01:24,298 A couple should spend time together. 656 01:01:25,048 --> 01:01:26,717 Don't you agree? 657 01:01:28,927 --> 01:01:30,429 Good night. 658 01:01:51,742 --> 01:01:53,660 Will you come over tonight? 659 01:01:54,161 --> 01:01:55,496 What for? 660 01:01:55,538 --> 01:01:58,374 The editor's hounding me. He says I'm too slow. 661 01:01:58,419 --> 01:02:00,921 I need your help. When can you come? 662 01:02:01,960 --> 01:02:04,296 Not anytime soon. 663 01:02:04,743 --> 01:02:06,078 Why not? 664 01:02:06,693 --> 01:02:09,446 Mrs. Suen lectured me last night. 665 01:02:09,946 --> 01:02:11,531 What did she say? 666 01:02:11,614 --> 01:02:13,158 Rather not say. 667 01:02:13,624 --> 01:02:16,293 We shouldn't see so much of each other. 668 01:02:27,023 --> 01:02:30,026 Mrs. Chan, going out for noodles again? 669 01:02:30,109 --> 01:02:33,946 Not tonight. I'll make myself something. 670 01:02:35,013 --> 01:02:40,977 Join us. We're having vegetable won-tons! 671 01:02:41,424 --> 01:02:42,842 All right. 672 01:05:14,138 --> 01:05:16,390 - No lunch today, Mr. Ho? — no. 673 01:05:17,683 --> 01:05:20,269 A Mr. Chow just called for you. 674 01:05:20,352 --> 01:05:22,187 He wants you to call him back. 675 01:05:25,315 --> 01:05:26,650 Thank you. 676 01:05:59,308 --> 01:06:01,518 - — Back from work? - Yes. 677 01:06:03,395 --> 01:06:05,314 Strange weather! 678 01:06:05,397 --> 01:06:06,773 Isn't it? 679 01:06:06,857 --> 01:06:08,400 Been here long? 680 01:06:08,484 --> 01:06:10,068 Just a while. 681 01:06:12,321 --> 01:06:14,031 I don't think it'll stop soon. 682 01:06:16,366 --> 01:06:17,534 Wait for me. 683 01:06:46,021 --> 01:06:47,606 I'll see you home. 684 01:06:48,347 --> 01:06:52,143 We'd better not be seen together. 685 01:06:53,387 --> 01:06:55,097 Then you go first. 686 01:06:57,157 --> 01:06:59,201 If they see your umbrella... 687 01:06:59,284 --> 01:07:01,912 They'll know I was with you. 688 01:07:03,956 --> 01:07:05,707 I wasn't thinking. 689 01:07:09,185 --> 01:07:12,813 You go first, I'll wait a while. 690 01:07:14,299 --> 01:07:15,968 I'll keep you company. 691 01:07:38,089 --> 01:07:39,716 Did you try to call me? 692 01:07:41,840 --> 01:07:43,926 I wasn't sure you got the message. 693 01:07:45,107 --> 01:07:47,025 Could you get me a boat ticket? 694 01:07:49,289 --> 01:07:50,999 To where? 695 01:07:52,447 --> 01:07:54,449 Ah ping wrote from Singapore. 696 01:07:54,950 --> 01:07:58,787 They're short of staff. He'd like me to go and help. 697 01:08:02,748 --> 01:08:04,541 How long will you stay? 698 01:08:04,624 --> 01:08:07,669 Don't know. I'll play it by ear. 699 01:08:12,341 --> 01:08:14,593 Why rush off to Singapore? 700 01:08:16,178 --> 01:08:17,888 A change of scene. 701 01:08:19,890 --> 01:08:21,725 I've had enough of the gossip. 702 01:08:23,602 --> 01:08:26,063 We know it's not true, so why worry? 703 01:08:29,691 --> 01:08:34,279 I used to think that too, and it didn't worry me. 704 01:08:37,574 --> 01:08:39,743 I thought we wouldn't be like them. 705 01:08:44,122 --> 01:08:45,665 But I was wrong. 706 01:08:48,794 --> 01:08:50,629 You won't leave your husband. 707 01:08:53,215 --> 01:08:54,925 So I'd rather go away. 708 01:09:01,973 --> 01:09:04,226 I didn't think you'd fall in love with me. 709 01:09:05,477 --> 01:09:07,312 I didn't either. 710 01:09:12,567 --> 01:09:15,028 I was only curious to know how it started. 711 01:09:16,071 --> 01:09:17,739 Now I know. 712 01:09:19,491 --> 01:09:21,576 Feelings can creep up just like that. 713 01:09:25,872 --> 01:09:28,083 I thought I was in control. 714 01:09:28,166 --> 01:09:31,002 But I hate to think of your husband coming home. 715 01:09:32,087 --> 01:09:33,797 I wish he'd stay away! 716 01:09:35,513 --> 01:09:37,140 I'm so bad! 717 01:09:40,685 --> 01:09:42,604 Will you do me one favor? 718 01:09:43,938 --> 01:09:45,231 What? 719 01:09:46,608 --> 01:09:48,735 I want to be prepared. 720 01:10:44,927 --> 01:10:47,013 You'd better not see me again. 721 01:10:52,018 --> 01:10:53,686 Is your husband back? 722 01:10:54,771 --> 01:10:55,938 Yes. 723 01:10:57,940 --> 01:10:59,609 Am I hopeless? 724 01:11:02,070 --> 01:11:03,488 Not really. 725 01:11:13,873 --> 01:11:15,666 I won't see you again. 726 01:11:18,127 --> 01:11:20,046 Keep a closer eye on your husband. 727 01:12:00,527 --> 01:12:01,945 Please. 728 01:12:03,405 --> 01:12:05,616 Don't be serious, it's only a rehearsal. 729 01:12:07,117 --> 01:12:08,619 Don't cry! 730 01:12:12,956 --> 01:12:14,625 This isn't real. 731 01:13:04,842 --> 01:13:06,760 I don't want to go home tonight. 732 01:13:33,422 --> 01:13:38,052 Mei-Yi wants to dedicate a song to her honeymooning friends. 733 01:13:38,135 --> 01:13:42,723 And Mrs. Cheung wishes the best to her neighbors. 734 01:13:43,557 --> 01:13:46,143 And Mr. Chan, now on business in Japan, 735 01:13:46,233 --> 01:13:52,197 wants to wish his wife a happy birthday 736 01:13:52,274 --> 01:13:57,488 so let's all enjoy Zhou Xuan singing in ”full bloom. ” 737 01:15:38,088 --> 01:15:39,256 It's me. 738 01:15:40,799 --> 01:15:42,801 If there's an extra ticket... 739 01:15:43,844 --> 01:15:45,512 Would you go with me? 740 01:18:13,825 --> 01:18:15,285 It's me. 741 01:18:16,282 --> 01:18:18,200 If there's an extra ticket... 742 01:18:18,701 --> 01:18:20,577 Would you go with me? 743 01:18:32,131 --> 01:18:34,717 Singapore, 1963 744 01:18:37,219 --> 01:18:39,763 Mr. Chow has gone to work. 745 01:18:40,347 --> 01:18:41,974 Any message? 746 01:18:43,350 --> 01:18:45,019 You're welcome! 747 01:19:15,090 --> 01:19:16,675 Has anyone been in my room? 748 01:19:18,260 --> 01:19:19,720 Something's missing. 749 01:19:19,803 --> 01:19:20,929 What? 750 01:19:51,293 --> 01:19:52,461 In the old days... 751 01:19:53,875 --> 01:19:59,213 If someone had a secret they didn't want to share... 752 01:19:59,756 --> 01:20:01,549 You know what they did? 753 01:20:02,368 --> 01:20:04,203 Have no idea. 754 01:20:07,581 --> 01:20:09,750 They went up a mountain, found a tree... 755 01:20:11,585 --> 01:20:13,379 Carved a hole in it... 756 01:20:14,088 --> 01:20:16,173 And whispered the secret into the hole. 757 01:20:17,258 --> 01:20:19,510 Then they covered it with mud. 758 01:20:21,178 --> 01:20:25,391 And leave the secret there forever. 759 01:20:27,560 --> 01:20:31,731 What a pain! I'd just go to get laid. 760 01:20:34,942 --> 01:20:36,652 Not everyone's like you! 761 01:20:37,945 --> 01:20:42,283 I'm just an average guy. I don't have secrets like you. 762 01:20:42,366 --> 01:20:45,328 You bottle things up! 763 01:20:45,411 --> 01:20:47,330 Tell me something! 764 01:20:47,872 --> 01:20:49,582 I don't have secrets. 765 01:20:51,167 --> 01:20:53,586 Come off it, buddy! 766 01:20:54,587 --> 01:20:56,088 I won't tell anyone. 767 01:23:24,053 --> 01:23:25,763 Hello, Singapore daily 768 01:23:26,389 --> 01:23:27,765 hold on. 769 01:23:28,808 --> 01:23:30,852 Mr. Chow, call for you. 770 01:23:30,935 --> 01:23:32,186 Thanks! 771 01:23:35,018 --> 01:23:36,103 Hello? 772 01:23:41,983 --> 01:23:43,235 Hello? 773 01:24:28,530 --> 01:24:30,949 Hong Kong, 1966 774 01:24:31,950 --> 01:24:34,744 - — who is it? - It's me. 775 01:24:35,745 --> 01:24:38,665 - Mrs. Chan, long time no see! - Yes. 776 01:24:39,126 --> 01:24:40,598 - Amah, who's there? - — Mrs. Suen! 777 01:24:40,623 --> 01:24:42,792 What brings you here? 778 01:24:43,092 --> 01:24:45,284 It's been a while. 779 01:24:45,344 --> 01:24:48,764 I was nearby so I thought I'd bring your boat ticket. 780 01:24:49,455 --> 01:24:50,873 And a small gift. 781 01:24:50,956 --> 01:24:53,751 You shouldn't have. It's nice just to see you. 782 01:24:53,776 --> 01:24:55,903 The place is in such a mess! 783 01:24:55,998 --> 01:24:57,176 Already started packing? 784 01:24:57,249 --> 01:25:03,756 It's hopeless. I can't bear to throw things away! 785 01:25:04,452 --> 01:25:07,163 Let's find you a seat. 786 01:25:11,209 --> 01:25:13,086 - Have some tea! — thank you! 787 01:25:13,670 --> 01:25:17,966 Eat with us, Mrs. Chan! I'm going to the market. 788 01:25:19,634 --> 01:25:22,762 I can't. I have work waiting. 789 01:25:22,845 --> 01:25:25,390 Don't rush off! 790 01:25:25,932 --> 01:25:30,895 Mrs. Suen will be upset if you don't eat here. 791 01:25:30,979 --> 01:25:33,147 Amah, pour me some tea too. 792 01:25:34,691 --> 01:25:36,276 How's your husband? 793 01:25:36,359 --> 01:25:38,194 He's fine, thank you. 794 01:25:38,278 --> 01:25:40,029 How long will you be away? 795 01:25:40,113 --> 01:25:41,990 I don't know. 796 01:25:42,073 --> 01:25:44,951 If! Like it, I might stay! 797 01:25:45,451 --> 01:25:46,703 Why? 798 01:25:46,786 --> 01:25:52,750 My daughter worries about the situation in Hong Kong. 799 01:25:52,834 --> 01:25:55,670 I don't want to leave. 800 01:25:55,753 --> 01:26:01,718 Since the koos left, I don't have my mahjong partners anymore. 801 01:26:02,385 --> 01:26:08,224 And my daughter needs help with her kids in the us. 802 01:26:11,269 --> 01:26:12,979 What about this place? 803 01:26:13,813 --> 01:26:16,149 I'm not sure... 804 01:26:17,567 --> 01:26:19,569 I don't want to sell it. 805 01:26:21,571 --> 01:26:23,406 So I might rent it out. 806 01:26:24,449 --> 01:26:26,242 How much would you want? 807 01:26:27,785 --> 01:26:29,537 You're interested? 808 01:26:29,620 --> 01:26:34,334 You could have it at a discount. 809 01:26:34,417 --> 01:26:36,002 I'll think about it. 810 01:26:36,085 --> 01:26:37,587 Mrs. Suen, your tea! 811 01:26:39,088 --> 01:26:41,674 Who lives next door now? 812 01:26:41,758 --> 01:26:48,389 I don't really know them. 813 01:26:48,473 --> 01:26:54,896 The koos were almost like family! 814 01:26:56,189 --> 01:26:59,484 It was so nice then, wasn't it? 815 01:26:59,984 --> 01:27:01,277 Yes. 816 01:27:01,944 --> 01:27:03,946 Let's sit over here. 817 01:27:30,445 --> 01:27:31,613 Yes? 818 01:27:31,697 --> 01:27:33,282 Is Mr. Koo in? 819 01:27:33,365 --> 01:27:36,201 He moved long ago. 820 01:27:36,743 --> 01:27:38,161 Do you know where he is? 821 01:27:39,246 --> 01:27:40,831 You know him well? 822 01:27:41,373 --> 01:27:43,041 I used to live here. 823 01:27:44,334 --> 01:27:46,044 Is Mrs. Suen still next door? 824 01:27:46,485 --> 01:27:51,615 She's gone! It's too chaotic. Everyone's running away. 825 01:27:52,324 --> 01:27:54,284 So who lives there now? 826 01:27:54,368 --> 01:27:58,580 A woman and her son. 827 01:27:59,248 --> 01:28:00,916 The kid is cute. 828 01:28:04,044 --> 01:28:08,632 No address in the Philippines. Just his son's phone number. 829 01:28:10,217 --> 01:28:14,888 - I can't accept this! - Please, you must. 830 01:28:14,972 --> 01:28:17,683 Thank you, then. 831 01:28:29,130 --> 01:28:30,798 That era has passed. 832 01:28:30,862 --> 01:28:33,915 Nothing that belonged to it exists any more. 833 01:28:34,866 --> 01:28:36,285 Are you ready? 834 01:28:36,368 --> 01:28:38,495 - — Okay! - Let's go! 835 01:28:50,716 --> 01:28:54,177 Cambodia, 1966 836 01:28:54,261 --> 01:28:59,224 the presidential corps waits at Pochentong airport... 837 01:28:59,308 --> 01:29:04,354 Prince norodom Sihanouk and queen sisowath kossamak... 838 01:29:04,438 --> 01:29:06,315 Come forward to greet general de gaulie. 839 01:29:13,155 --> 01:29:18,368 It's ten kilometers from Pochentong to Phnom Penh. 840 01:29:19,369 --> 01:29:22,164 200, 000 people line the route. 841 01:29:22,247 --> 01:29:24,541 A welcome unprecedented in the history of the kingdom. 842 01:32:59,965 --> 01:33:03,468 He remembers those vanished years. 843 01:33:03,552 --> 01:33:08,139 As though looking through a dusty window pane, 844 01:33:08,223 --> 01:33:13,228 the past is something he could see, but not touch. 845 01:33:13,311 --> 01:33:18,316 And everything he sees is blurred and indistinct. 846 01:33:20,695 --> 01:33:26,368 The end 847 01:33:27,258 --> 01:33:29,552 special thanks: 848 01:33:29,636 --> 01:33:32,555 Mr. Liu yi—Chang 849 01:33:32,639 --> 01:33:35,350 produced, written and directed by 850 01:33:35,433 --> 01:33:38,353 Wong Kar—Wai 851 01:33:38,436 --> 01:33:40,522 executive producer: 852 01:33:40,605 --> 01:33:43,316 Chan ye-Cheng 853 01:33:43,441 --> 01:33:45,485 associate producer: 854 01:33:45,610 --> 01:33:48,071 Jacky pang yee-wah 855 01:33:48,154 --> 01:33:50,240 production designer/ chief editor: 856 01:33:50,323 --> 01:33:52,825 William Chang suk—ping 857 01:33:52,951 --> 01:33:54,994 director of photography: 858 01:33:55,119 --> 01:33:58,414 Christopher Doyle Mark Lee ping—bing 859 01:33:58,498 --> 01:34:00,625 original music: 860 01:34:03,294 --> 01:34:04,921 Gaffer: 861 01:34:05,004 --> 01:34:07,507 Wong chi—Ming 862 01:34:07,632 --> 01:34:09,676 special appearance: 863 01:34:09,801 --> 01:34:15,181 Siu ping-I am, cheung tung Joe Rebecca pan, lai chin, 864 01:34:15,306 --> 01:34:19,852 Chan man—lei, koo kam—wah, chin tsi—ang 865 01:34:19,978 --> 01:34:22,021 voice appearance 866 01:34:22,146 --> 01:34:25,024 sun jia-jun, Roy cheung