I DON'T GIVE, LEND, OR SELL MY MOVIES BUT YOU CAN WATCH THEM WITH ME
MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME BUT REMEMBER, YOU'RE NOT
This always happens when it rains.
Well, at least I get to stay home.
Why is it set in stone
that every 16-year-old girl should have plans every weekend?
Whenever I choose to stay home reading books, watching movies,
or doing basically nothing, Mom starts thinking I'm sick.
Estefânia!
Are you sick or something?
Seriously?
Mom, how many times do I have to say my name's Fani?
Fani!
Estefânia!
You've got to leave your room!
Someone's here to see you. It's Leo.
So embarrassing.
Well...
at least he's my best friend.
Hey, Leo.
Hi, Fani.
I missed you. How was Rio? You look so tanned!
It was dope! And I'm back just in time for...
Our Movie Sunday, of course!
Good. You can pick the movie.
Alberto, come downstairs, dinner's ready.
How lucky, you arrived right on time.
-What's up, Alberto? -Hey.
-Leo, make yourself comfortable. -Can I sit here?
Oh, honey, what a downpour.
Such a shame, too. You kids could be enjoying a night out.
Fani has done nothing all day.
Nothing, Mom, really?
I've done nothing?
For starters, I went searching for Neverland.
Ever been there, Leo?
-No. -I'll take you there one day.
[in English] I'm just a girl standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her.
Life should be filled with epic moments like the ones in the movies, right?
I wish I could click my heels and go wherever I want.
Or be left home alone.
Or go flying on a bicycle.
Or rub a magic lamp on a carpet
that flies!
Or steal a treasure
and run from a giant boulder.
Or go to the movie theater and forget all about the outside world.
Oh, if only my life were a movie...
Would you like some salad, Estefânia?
Estefânia?
Yes.
If my life were a movie,
with a name like that I'm sure it would be a horror movie.
SHOOTING MY LIFE'S SCRIPT
-Wait, Gabi, I didn't finish! -Hi, guys.
Hey, Pri. Hey, Rodrigo.
I was telling them about last weekend and how it took me forever
to convince Fani to go with me to this party.
Mateus was there and he looked so good!
But we got there at 10:30 p.m., and I didn't talk to him...
But she forgot it was daylight savings time.
Midnight was actually 1 a.m.
When I said "hi" it was time to say "bye".
Nat, instead of talking me into going out with you,
you should talk your dad into being more open-minded.
Yeah, this Cinderella situation is so old-fashioned.
Hey, what's your problem?
Didn't see you there. You're so bland you're invisible.
Seriously, she's so insufferable!
-She acts like she owns the place. -She's awful.
Anyway, now tell us, Leo.
How was your trip to Rio?
-It was good. -Yeah, sure.
So good that the best part of his trip was when we watched...
-My Best Friend's Wedding. -My Best Friend's Wedding.
That's not true, this time I picked another one...
-See you, guys. -Later.
Now is when he comes in.
Mr. Marquinhos is gonna be late!
Not him.
Subverting expectations adds suspense to the story.
All the best screenplays do that.
Listen up. Time for the roll call.
Meanwhile, let me introduce you to the characters in my movie.
I mean, in my life.
Alan.
Here.
He's here to enjoy the ride.
-Gabriela. -Here.
She's the internet expert.
She's bossy, smart, says she's a rebel, but...
HOW TO BUILD A SUCCESSFUL FUTURE?
-Leonardo. -Here.
You already know Leo. He's the nicest.
He loves making mix CDs for people.
Here's your birthday gift.
He's my best friend.
Mateus.
-Here. -He's a piece of work.
-Natália. -She only has eyes for Mateus.
She loves being in love.
-I love her. -I'm here.
-Vanessa. -Hello.
She's definitely the villain.
As if!
She's into female rivalry.
Could she be more cheesy?
Fani, Fani, Fani!
-See you at recess. -Okay.
Rodrigo and Priscilla are in another class.
They started dated at 13, and now they even finish each other's sentences.
Attention, class, Mr. Marquinhos's arrived.
Finally. Now it's him.
Mr. Marquinhos, the man of my life.
I'm giving you the pleasure of my company.
Good morning.
Open your books on page seven.
Can someone read it?
Estefânia?
Fani?
Marquinhos!
Fani.
Marquinhos!
-Fani. -Marquinhos!
Fani!
Students who don't pay attention, are going to fail.
-Hang in there. -I can't.
Hang in there!
Relax. Need some water?
No, no water.
I'm fine.
Estefânia!
Estefânia, sweetie, listen.
I had lunch with my friend Lourdinha yesterday,
and her husband asked about you.
Tell him I said "hi".
Though I have no idea who he is.
Have you ever noticed how grown-ups love asking about other people's children?
Don't you know who he is?
No, Mom.
He's the person who's gonna change your life. Isn't it wonderful?
It would be if my life was bad.
But my life's really, really good.
So, if he changes my life, he might mess things up.
He's in charge of that exchange program I told you about.
-Remember? -No.
He asked if you've ever thought about studying one year abroad.
What?
Wonderful, right?
Yes, I know you're really focused on studying law.
Cinema.
Oh, a sneeze? God bless you.
No, I said cinema.
You can go to the movies on the weekend, but right now you have to study.
I wanna major in cinema studies.
Whatever, Estefânia. Oh, my purse.
Studying abroad can do wonders for you.
It can help you pursue a legal career, see?
It improves your English, your social skills...
I know people that went on exchange programs.
I'm so crazy!
Shut up, mom.
Your dad and I have decided.
-The interview is 3 p.m. next Wednesday. -Okay, okay.
-I know you have Physics tutoring. -Okay.
We don't wanna get in the way--
-All right, all right! I'll do it. -What?
Listen, I'll do the interview,
but that doesn't mean I'm leaving my friends and my life behind.
Sweetie, I left the cart behind the car. Can you move it?
-Yes. -Thank you.
-Hello? -Honey? She loved it!
I hate it!
Come on, Fani! Studying abroad is pretty cool.
Exchange students get piercings, tattoos, dyed hair... It's my dream.
Then you should apply, too.
No, I like it here.
Hey, Fani, Fani, Fani.
Listen, my neighbor's friend's cousin's grandma's aunt
went to Australia and hated it.
Couldn't stand the food. They eat kangaroo meat, sweet beans...
-Everything's... -Disgusting.
My brother loved Canada. He brought instruments for his band.
I wish I could study abroad,
but Dad says I gotta focus on my SATs.
Does that mean you'll move far away from us?
Leo, we're in the year 2000. Technology is so advanced.
Soon video calls will be as fast as phone calls.
Just like in Back to the Future.
-How soon, Gabi? Twenty years? -More or less.
-Where do you get... -Those crazy ideas from?
It's science, guys. You'll see I'm right.
You'll say, "Gabi was online when the internet was the wild west."
Listen, Fani.
You won't like the exchange program, you're too shy.
The world belongs to the confident.
But I'm super confident, I can talk to anyone and--
Good morning, students.
-Morning. -Hi, Fani.
Hi.
And... how much will it cost to call you there?
Where? I don't know where I'm going or even if I'm going.
Let me know when you do, so I can start saving some money, okay?
You know, I mean...
I'm gonna start saving money because if you actually move abroad,
I want to call you.
You guys know me, I'm not usually the one to call.
I'm not that kind of guy,
but we have to figure out how to deal with this issue.
Leo, what issue?
This is a serious matter and you're going on about phone calls.
Look, I'll see you all later.
Leo's going crazy.
I'm always the one to call him, and suddenly he wants to call me.
I see...
From a medical student to a teenager chauffeur...
Yeah, I'm doing great.
Only a brother would do this for you.
I'd rather people see me with a cute guy than with Dad.
You've got a point.
-Bye, thank you so much. -Bye.
Hey.
Behave, all right?
Don't worry, I'm well-behaved.
FRANCISCO AND DORA LÚCIA SILVER ANNIVERSARY
Leo!
I guess you're really happy to see me, huh.
Look at you in a tux, with slicked hair.
Looking good tonight.
Thanks. But just tonight?
No, you just look different.
You're always pretty, but today you're like...
like...
Gosh, I don't know what to say.
I think I got it. At school, I look like trash.
Tonight I'm well-dressed, so I'm like recycled trash.
See? You know what I mean. Let's go find Gabi.
No need, Gabi's right here.
I'm so glad you're here. I'm so done with greeting people.
-My smile's frozen already. -What?
My smile's frozen.
Also, my folks are clueless with the camera,
so I'm their photographer for the night.
Your parents look cute.
They do. Wanna go dance?
Good morning.
You okay?
What happened last night, Gabi?
I don't remember anything.
-I think I have amnesia. -Amnesia?
Did you forget about your wild spree last night?
Wild spree? What do you mean?
Gabi?
Do you have any aspirins?
Already, Fani? You're getting old.
The music's too loud.
-Gimme a pill, please. -Just a sec.
Are you okay, Fani?
It's just a headache.
I think it's this one.
Here, Fani.
Take two. It'll kick in faster.
-Two? -Yeah. Come here, Leo.
You gave me sleeping pills, Gabriela!
I thought they were for a migraine!
-Then you started acting weird. -How weird?
Hang on, I'll show you.
Here.
Oh my God.
Fani?
-Are you okay? -Leo!
Come here, dance with me.
Listen, Leo.
Don't ever get mad at me, okay?
Because I just adore you.
Me too.
What?
I also...
I...
So I spent the whole night dancing and talking with Leo? About what?
I have no idea.
But he took care of you and carried you up here.
I also adore you, Fani.
Why are you looking at me like that?
You seriously can't tell, Fani?
Tell what?
Wake up, scatterbrain! Leo likes you, haven't you noticed?
No, Gabi, you're the scatterbrain. Leo and I are just friends.
Come on, all we did was dance.
Did you see how she reacted?
Leo and Fani.
Even their names sound nice together, right?
Right, right?
Hurry and take your seats, we're pressed for time today.
-Hi. -Hi.
That means no side chatter!
Leonhard Euler was not only one of the most prominent figures
in 18th century math,
but also a huge contributor...
Hey, where were you? Still mad about the pills?
Solid shapes...
Vanessa has a favor to ask you, okay?
I know you don't like her, but she can be nice.
Fani girl,
can you ask Gabi if we can have our party at her condo?
Fani, what did Vanessa just write you?
So? Will you ask Gabi or no?
They wanna use my condo's party room, what do you think?
Wow, you're quick.
-I'm down. -Gabi already said yes!
-Is Gabi Vanessa's friend? -Thanks!
WHY WON'T YOU ANSWER ME? ARE YOU AVOIDING ME?
Stop it, already! Damn it!
Was that directed at me, Estefânia?
I was just...
She was talking to me.
Oh, I see. Then you can both go have a little chat with the principal.
So...
I need you to sign this note.
The teacher kicked me out for swearing, and I got suspended for two days.
Here comes the scolding.
Should I give you a scolding?
Yes.
But I'm sure you're nervous about the test for the exchange program.
If even I'm anxious, I can only imagine how you feel.
It happens.
Your father will talk to the principal about the suspension.
-I will? -You will.
-I will. -It'll be okay.
Hello?
Mom, you didn't tell me both the test and the interview would be so lengthy!
I've just wasted a lot of time on something I'm not even sure about.
Sweetie, I did tell you there would be a small test.
You never listen to me.
But I admit I was worried about the interview.
How many candidates were there? Six?
Forty people running for five spots is crazy, no way.
Have you ever thought...
No, that's what's crazy.
Did I miss something, Gabriela?
Why is Leo hanging out with her?
I'm asking myself the same question, Fani.
What's with the dopey waving?
We've been gone two days
and instead of talking to me he's with her?
And she's told everyone we'll fail class because we got suspended.
Hey, Fani girl.
Back from your timeout?
Hi, Vanessa girl.
I was meaning to talk to you.
We can't have the party at Gabi's condo anymore.
We can't?
-Yeah, we can't. -Why not?
Well, since you told everyone we're about to fail...
our parents don't want us throwing a party.
Hold on, Vanessa. Be right back.
Fani?
What's going on?
Nothing.
Except that I've been gone for two days, and my best friend didn't even care.
-Why do you say that? -You didn't even ask what happened.
Hang on.
Is all this anger about Vanessa?
-Anger, Leo? -Are you jealous?
-Jealous? What? -If you are, then be angry at me.
You can't ruin the party because of--
Leo, this is about me, this is about us!
Us?
That didn't matter when you applied for the exchange.
When you told me you were going away,
I realized I needed to make new friends and meet new people.
After you leave, what am I gonna do? Hang out by myself?
Fani.
What just happened, Leo?
I don't know, Gabi.
She's been weird ever since this exchange program thing started.
You're the one who's being weird.
Your best friend's going abroad, and you decide to push her away?
What's up with that?
Gabi, we'll spend one year apart.
A whole year.
That will mess up any friendship.
That's not enough to ruin your friendship.
But your fear of losing her is.
Fear, Gabi? Come on!
You're both being dumb. I'll go find her.
Sea turtles spend years roaming the ocean.
Who doesn't like to travel?
But they return to the beach where they were born in order to nest.
They might leave and travel, but they always come back home.
We'll start book four next class, okay?
Bye.
Man, you need to talk Gabi into it.
I talked to her. Fani's the problem.
Go talk to her now, she's always happy after Marquinhos's class.
-Shut up, man. -Vanessa will thank you.
Hi, Fani.
-I was thinking... -Not now, Leo.
Hey, Leo, wanna go to my place?
Is everything okay?
What are the plans for the weekend, Gabi and Estefânia?
I'm going to the movies.
Oh, you like movies?
What kind of movies?
I like everything. Action, thrillers, comedies.
Romance movies.
What about Iranian movies?
Do you like Iranian movies?
I love them! I love Iranian movies.
I've never watched one.
Fani?
Fani, Fani.
-I'm gonna get more popcorn. -Okay.
Did you like the movie? I almost fell asleep.
Fani?
-Huh, Fani? -What is it, Gabi?
I give this movie five stars.
Five stars?
Thanks.
You're giving Marquinhos five stars.
It's not your kind of movie, you only like Hollywood movies.
No, I used to only like Hollywood movies.
You don't understand how poetic the movie is.
Ali's pain is represented by the shoe he lost.
Gabi, I have to tell you something
before the next movie starts and Natália comes back.
You're gonna be shocked!
Tell me.
Marquinhos is really into me!
-Seriously? -You think so too?
No.
And the movie he recommended is super boring.
Guys, guys, guys...
You've no idea who I just saw.
Who?
-Leo. -Leo's here at the movies?
And he's not alone.
Who's with him, Natália? Say it.
See it for yourselves.
Over there.
I'm so happy we're here. I was dying to watch this movie.
Yeah, it's an awesome movie.
Are they dating?
Well, everybody's been asking the same thing.
I thought you'd know, since you're his best friend and all.
I was.
She got a handful of popcorn.
Half of it is on the floor now.
Estefânia.
-Hi. -Did you see that movie this weekend?
Did you like it? How was it?
I loved it! I really, really loved it.
I loved it, like, really loved it.
I loved it. I loved it so much that I loved it.
I got some more recommendations.
See you.
What happened?
I'm so stupid, so stupid.
Why are you stupid?
Mr. Marquinhos.
He asked about the movie and all I said was that I loved it.
I didn't mention the shots, the sequences, the acting...
I'm really stupid.
What else could go wrong?
I was approved for the exchange program?
-With the top score! -Do you know where you're going?
I have no idea.
How come? You chose the country when you took the test.
You're going to England!
In January.
You can pack your bags and say goodbye to your friends.
What have I done to my life?
-Hi, Leo. -Hi, Fani.
I don't understand why you shower in the afternoon.
How do you know I just took a shower?
And you look good with your hair in that white towel.
How do you know about the towel?
And the bathrobe too.
Leo, how do you...?
Did you forget that scene from My Best Friend's Wedding?
Wait.
You can see me?
I'd like to know...
if we could talk.
Leo, how did you do it?
Your mom let me in, she said you were in the shower.
I was just guessing about the towel and the robe.
Apparently, I was right.
Yes, you were.
I'm gonna put some clothes on, so we can talk.
Okay.
So...
Fani, I don't think that's necessary.
I won't take too long.
I...
I wanted to tell you something
before you hear it from other people.
Go ahead.
I don't know what happened between you and me,
but everything feels different.
You were my best friend,
and now you won't even look at me.
Leo, that's not true. It's not my fault if we--
I don't know whose fault it is, okay?
I really don't.
But after we stopped hanging out,
I grew closer to someone else.
You know who it is, right?
Well, that's it.
I'm dating Vanessa.
But what I really came here to say is way more important to me,
and it's something I've been meaning to--
I was approved for the exchange program.
I leave in January.
January?
Yeah.
Gabi?
Gonna introduce your friend, Gabi?
As if you weren't about to introduce yourself.
Estefânia, this is Leo. Leo, this is Estefânia.
Estefânia?
That's a mouthful.
-Yeah. -Got a nickname?
Yep. It's Fani.
Suits you so much better.
-True. -Nice to meet you.
-I'm Leo. -Nice to meet you. I'm Fani.
Great.
Congratulations.
-Everyone got their happy ending. -Yeah.
I think you should go now.
If my mom comes upstairs and sees me like this...
I can't believe Leo's dating Vanessa.
I'm trying to put that behind me.
I have more important things to worry about.
You sure do. Like the exchange program. You know, when you leave--
Mr. Marquinhos's coming this way.
I already froze once. I can't freeze again.
Don't freeze, don't freeze...
Hey.
Why are you two at school on a Sunday afternoon?
Demographic census. To earn extra credit in geography.
Of course. I'm here to get my planner. I left it here on Friday. See ya.
See ya.
Oh, Gabi!
He and I, at school, on a Sunday? I mean, what are the odds?
This is clearly destiny, it's written in the stars.
Fani, you're crazy.
I'm crazy for him.
I've decided. I'm gonna declare my love for him.
When he comes back, I'm telling him everything.
Get ready, then. He's coming.
Mr. Marquinhos, I...
-Honey! -"Honey"? Yes, yes!
-Hey. -Hi.
How are you?
These are Fani and Gabi. Gabi and Fani, this is Alice, my wife.
Your wife. She's beautiful.
What do you mean, you have a wife? I hate this!
Fani is the girl who loves movies, right?
And what's your favorite movie?
Nightmare on Elm Street.
I like Forest Gump.
-Me too. -Nice.
Good pick, Gabi.
You need some ice cream.
I don't want it.
Did you know ice cream has an anti-tears ingredient?
And you seem about to burst into some.
I'm getting ice cream.
Fani?
Fani.
This'll take just a minute.
I just want to have a chat real quick.
Hey, Fani.
What's wrong?
You're crying...
Did something happen?
I'm not even crying anymore.
But whenever someone brings it up, the tears start flowing all over again.
You're imagining things.
If this doesn't stop your crying, I don't know what will.
I'd be crying too if I had that much ice cream.
Do you know how many calories are in this?
Vanessa, our body, our rules.
And our only rule is to be happy. Go on, Fani.
-It's just so much. -Vanessa.
Can you give us one more minute?
Okay, but only one minute.
I'll be waiting for you.
I'm going to go get...
I'm out.
May I...?
Well, Gabi's totally right.
This ice cream really can make anyone stop crying.
Take care, Fani girl.
And if you need anything, hit me up. I'm always here for you.
Fani.
Don't push me away.
Some chocolate syrup!
With lots of calories.
My dears, I asked you to set your desks side by side
because today we are doing a different activity.
I bet you'll like it.
Grab a sheet from your notebook.
I don't have the energy for this class.
I can't wait to leave for England.
You can't wait to leave me, I see.
The only thing I'll miss from this school is you.
Now write down your names on the top of the page
and keep passing it to your right until I say "stop".
Eduardo, please, bring yours over here, okay?
You're in for it, Eduardo!
Okay, stop.
Now, using only a single line,
write your opinion on the owner of that piece of paper.
Don't sign it.
Pass it to your right again.
That way, you can evaluate how other people see you.
NICE GUY / SHY, CUTE SMILE
ANNOYING
"YOU BECOME RESPONSIBLE, FOREVER, FOR WHAT YOU HAVE TAMED"
Remember that the idea
is to not share with your friends what people wrote about you.
Oh, really?
And by saying that, she just made sure we'll do the exact opposite.
Did you read these? "Will you marry me?"
"I adore you, girl. Too bad I'm invisible to you."
"You're the love of my life, but you like someone else."
Of course I read those.
I read them 27 times.
So?
What do you mean? Are you nuts?!
Someone said they love you and all you say is "so?"
Some guy is obviously making fun of me.
No one would really write that.
What's obvious is that you're blind.
This is Leo declaring his love for you.
Gabi, Leo and I are just friends. That's it.
And he's deeply in love with Vanessa.
If not him, then who wrote this?
All I know is that I have to study, or else I'll fail class.
Okay, bye.
I have no idea who wrote this,
but I hope someone who does comes and tells me!
Can you believe he made me a mix CD?
He's rich, he could've bought me a real record.
Honestly, I won't even stress about Leo.
I'm only dating him because he's cute.
-He's great for your ego. -Exactly.
But that's just until I find a better boyfriend for me.
You know I deserve so much more.
If you think I'll let you hurt my best friend,
you're sorely mistaken.
I forbid you to do that, got it?
My dear,
you had your chance.
You were the one who made a fool out of him.
He's always been at your side, basically begging you to be noticed.
And you only saw him as a friend.
And why is that?
Because you only had eyes for our teacher, Mr. Woodstock.
Don't think I'm some kind of villain, all right?
Because you did much more harm to Leo
than I ever will.
Anyway, girls, who do you think wrote that they're "indifferent" to me?
A NEW MILLENIUM FULL OF INCLUSION
I can't believe she said that.
Fani, you have to tell Leo.
He's your friend. I'd tell Mateus.
Leo will think it's just sour grapes because of Marquinhos.
-Besides, he's happy with Vanessa. -Happy?
Ever consider that Leo's only dating Vanessa
to try and forget you, the love of his life?
You girls must be plotting against me. First Gabi, then Vanessa, and now you?
Everyone thinks Leo likes me now?
I don't think he likes you, I know.
Based on what, Natália?
Based on the fact that I'm an expert on romance and love stories, Fani.
Leo could be your first real love.
And reality can be better than fiction if you give it a chance.
The movie's starting.
You know,
you seem different.
How am I different?
Different from, uh...
I don't know.
-I guess I'll leave you alone and... -No, wait.
You can stay.
Guess who?
Vanessa?
You got it!
Girls, I don't know what was the best part:
Leo's kiss or Fani's pouty face.
-Fani's face, obviously. -Girls!
I love this song!
This is my favorite DJ, let's go.
-Come on! -Wait for me!
I found Vanessa's diary at the club's locker room!
I have to see you!
Where's the diary?
Right here.
What's that?
It's the activity we did in the religion class.
Fani, isn't this Leo's address?
-Rua Boa Esperança, 251. Tenth floor. -Yeah.
She made him write it so she could compare!
No way.
While Nat's in the bathroom,
I'm comparing Leo's handwriting with the one in my sheet.
They're identical.
Leo likes me.
What did you say, Fani?
Nothing.
Leo used to like me. Or else he wouldn't still be with Vanessa.
So, what did you find out?
Nothing.
-Really? -Yeah.
-Are you sure? -Yeah!
A good criminal gets rid of the evidence.
And a good detective never misses any clue.
-What happened? -I don't know.
Oh.
Hey.
Sweetie?
Hey, you.
What's wrong?
You don't like it?
It looks just like the one you showed me on that magazine.
REPORT CARD
Is this why you're crying and moping like that?
You're not 10 anymore, you know.
Listen to me.
This isn't the end of the world.
Yes, you'll no longer be able to see your friends,
or watch movies, our go out...
You'll have to study for the makeup exam.
Am I grounded?
You're a big girl now.
You already know the consequences of failing a year, right?
Especially because next year you're going to study abroad.
I don't deserve this dress.
I'm not going to the party. I don't want people asking if I passed.
Hey, hey, hey!
Come now.
It's your last party at this school.
Next year you'll be a senior in another country.
Don't you wanna celebrate?
With Nat and Gabi.
And Leo.
Of course you do, yeah! Come here!
Hey, guys.
Talk to you later, okay?
-Okay. -Excuse me.
Hi, Fani and Gabi! Thank God you're here. What took you girls so long?
So much has happened already!
-Calm down. -Breathe, Natália.
-Tell us. -To summarize:
Mateus isn't here yet.
Great summary.
That was just the beginning of the summary!
Vanessa has brought another date because Leo isn't coming.
It's an older guy.
Must be a freshman at college, he's 18 or 19.
And he's so hot.
She says a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush, but--
Leo isn't coming?
And she's cheating on him in front of everyone?
No, she's not.
-Let's go. -What?
Let's go after her!
Hello?
Hi, Leo.
It's Fani.
-Hi, Fani. -You're not coming tonight?
No.
It had to be tonight?
What do you mean?
It's my last school party before I leave and...
I wanted everyone I like to be here.
Everyone you like?
Yes.
Everyone I like.
Fani, I don't know. I actually failed math, so...
I'm not really in the mood.
Me too.
-"Me too" what? -I don't know.
Leo, my phone's about to die.
Are you sure you're not coming?
Do you really want me to go?
Leo?
Fani?
My phone just died.
The universe is telling me not to do anything.
No way, hold on. Wait.
You're gonna take my phone, call Leo right away,
and tell him what Vanessa's doing.
She totally ignored you.
Well, we should enjoy this party. To the dance floor?
Sure.
-Hi. -Hi there.
-Can we sit with you? -Sure.
Seriously, I can't with this girl.
She's got some nerve.
-Who? -Look.
-It's gonna get ugly. -It's gonna get ugly.
Why?
Leo's here.
Let's go talk to Leo.
Hey!
Nat and Mateus, my boy.
-How are you doing? -Leo...
How's the party?
It's all, uh, yeah.
Who's that guy with Vanessa?
So, he's this older guy...
-What's your problem? -Hey there, Vanessa.
Rafa, this is Leo. He's a friend.
What's up?
-Hey. -All good?
So I'm a friend?
-Should I go there or...? -No, you should wait.
Can you get me a soda while I sort this out?
Sure, but is everything okay?
Everything's great.
Who's that guy? Why's he here? What's going on?
What do you mean?
You said you weren't coming, what did you expect?
You wanted me to stay home, like a dumb loser?
Is that what you think I am? A loser?
Because I'm well aware I've been dumb.
Leo, give me a break.
You're the one who didn't come. He's here to keep me company.
-What's wrong with that? -No, Vanessa.
Nothing wrong at all, he can keep you company.
You can dance with him, you can kiss him,
you can do whatever you want!
As long as you stay far away from me.
I've been meaning to break up with you for a while,
but I was being considerate,
since I know you care about what other people think.
But you know what?
I'm done.
Vanessa, are you okay?
I'm fine.
Thanks.
Hey, brat.
Stay away from Vanessa, okay?
-"Brat"? -Yeah, you're a brat.
-Listen, you... -What's the big idea?
-"You" what? -Yeah, what?
-What's up?! -What's up?!
Honey, honey! I was looking for you.
"Honey"? Wait, this guy's your boyfriend?
He is, why?
Nothing. Keep your boyfriend under control, okay?
Don't waste your time with them.
Excuse me.
Fani, why did you do that?
He was the one who started it, and you try to stop me?
-I didn't want you to get hurt. -Why would I?
-Leo, she's right! -Yeah, sure, whatever.
I'm out of here.
Fani, go after him.
Yeah, I will. But let him cool off first.
Hi.
Fani,
why did you tell that guy you were my girlfriend?
Leo, I...
I didn't want you to get hurt.
Sorry I asked you to come.
I bet you were feeling better at home, huh?
If you hadn't asked me to come,
I wouldn't have seen Vanessa with that guy,
and then I would've kept putting off doing something I should've done long ago.
If Leo wanted to break up with Vanessa, why didn't he do it sooner?
It's cold, huh?
Want to go inside?
Sure.
Do you want to dance?
Yes.
This scene has happened before.
At Gabi’s parents' party.
But I don't remember it.
How about a flashback?
It went like this.
We were dancing.
Then you asked me not to be mad at you,
because you adored me.
And what did you say?
I said that I...
that I...
Leo, sorry, man.
Your dad's here to pick you up.
I tried to stall him,
but he said he's coming in if you don't leave.
I have to go, Fani.
These are the exercises you have to do for the makeup exam.
Three very easy questions.
First question: Find the measure of the indicated angles.
Second question: find the value of the expression.
And third question: find the real-valued function.
I will study, I promise.
See you.
You're late, Leonardo.
FANI AND L...
Get your act together, Leonardo.
Of course.
Hi there.
What's wrong, Leo?
Nothing.
I just need to go home.
Okay, but what's with the rush?
I need to study, Fani.
Study...
I was so right to take us to that fortune-teller.
I was spot on! It all worked--
Not really. You cried when she talked about Mateus.
But Fani got what she wanted, right?
-Yeah. -See? So everything's fine.
Now, tell us exactly what she told you, Fani.
Only you two could get me to go see a fortune-teller.
So thirsty.
Spill it, Fani!
I...
What?
Fani, usually when people talk, they like to be understood.
-You have to speak clearly, okay? -Move your mouth like this.
I found out...
that I'm in love with Leo.
I knew it, I knew it!
Sorry. It's just...
I'm very excited.
Now tell us exactly what the fortune-teller told you.
All right. It stays between us, okay?
She said
that we're going to live a love story.
-I knew it! -I knew it too, but...
Ouch.
Yeah, but she's wrong about that.
Leo won't even talk to me, let alone date me.
Now he has to talk to you.
He can't go against the cards or destiny.
He can't go against me, I've been rooting for you two.
-No way. We'll devise a plan. -A plan?
What plan?
Plan of action: Fani and Leo.
That's right. We'll write a script.
Your love story will have a happy ending, Fani.
-How long have you had that paper? -A long time.
SCENE 1 - SCRIPT TO WIN HIM OVER
Scene one of the plan: Break the ice.
The idea is to reveal the softie underneath his frozen heart.
Take one. Action!
Bye, Fani.
Ow! Ow!
What's wrong?
I just twisted my ankle.
Can you help me get to the bus stop?
Sure thing.
-How did that happen? -Well, I...
It just happened.
I got hurt.
SCENE 2 - SCRIPT TO WIN HIM OVER
Scene two of the plan: Make him laugh.
You've been so quiet lately.
The Leo I knew was always going on and on about something.
For instance,
how can just one can of condensed milk
make a week and a half worth of dessert?
Really, Fani? You tracked how many days it lasted for you?
Yes, I did.
This is the Leo I know.
The one that makes me laugh.
Don't try to tell me otherwise.
My bus is here. Bye.
I'm gonna remember you during dessert.
Scene three of the plan:
Show him I know him better than anyone.
I brought you all here
because I'm extremely disappointed with your test results.
Especially with yours, Leonardo.
Leo.
WANT TO STUDY TOGETHER?
Sorry.
I study better when I'm alone.
SORRY!
I STUDY BETTER WHEN I'M ALONE
NO MORE EXCUSES!
Estefânia!
SCENE 4 - SCRIPT TO WIN HIM OVER
Scene four of the plan: Invade the enemy's territory.
I mean...
the friend's territory.
The territory of love.
I guess I've been invaded.
What?
Hi.
Ready to study?
Is it just me or does Leo get more handsome every day?
Yeah.
SCENE 5 - SCRIPT TO WIN HIM OVER
Scene five of the plan: mathematical equation.
Leo plus Fani plus love song is equal to...?
Can you help me with this? I don't get it.
It's easy, look.
Hey. Come back to Earth.
Mom prepared some snacks for you two.
It's equal to his brother killing the mood.
Scene six of the plan: the turning point.
After our snack, time to open our hearts.
Is that enough?
Yeah.
Hi, Dad.
Okay, I'll be right there.
We'll declare our love for each other in another scene.
SCENE 7 - SCRIPT TO WIN HIM OVER
Well, I guess I'm going now.
Okay. Listen, Fani...
I...
I wanted to tell you something.
I just... I couldn't really tell you when we were upstairs and...
It's important to--
-Hello. How are you, Leo? -Good afternoon.
So...
My dad's here.
I'll tell you tomorrow, okay?
See you.
He almost said it, but...
SCENE 8 - SCRIPT TO WIN HIM OVER
This is the final scene. And I'm not telling you what happens.
-Hey! -Hi, Fani!
We got your swimming stuff at your house.
It's the grand finale.
-What's this fuss all about? -We're going swimming. Want to join us?
No, sorry. I can't come with you.
I'm leaving on a trip with my dad today.
But I hope you have lots of fun.
What? Where are you going?
I'm...
I'm going to Rio.
I'm visiting my aunt.
We'll spend the Holidays there.
When exactly are you coming back, Leo?
We were gonna stay there the whole month of January,
but since Fani's leaving then,
I'll try to come back to say goodbye.
Can you give us a minute?
When were you going to tell me about your trip?
Fani, I tried to tell you yesterday.
I wish I'd told you sooner,
but I couldn't find the right moment and you just...
Have a great trip.
Delivery for you!
Did you order this?
This is for Fani, but everyone can have some.
Geez... What happened?
You're just going to ignore me?
It's the first day of vacation, aren't you happy?
Alberto, sit down.
-Come on, what happened? -Listen...
If a girl likes you,
what does she have to do for you to realize
that she's into you?
Well...
It depends.
Like, on the situation.
Or on who she is.
And honestly I'm kinda clueless, so...
For me to notice a girl's into me,
she has to make it very clear, no blurred lines.
Hold on, I don't get it. Explain it to me again, Alberto.
Like...
I mean, explain it to us,
because Fani needs to hear it.
Well, listen...
Doing something special is a good idea, everyone likes that.
But don't scare him away.
Get it?
Surprises are great.
I should go, girls. I'm playing soccer with the guys.
See you.
Hey. Take care, okay?
-See you, guys. -Thanks, Alberto.
Hey, I wanna see you happy.
Come on, enjoy your vacation! And eat those fries I brought you.
Bye.
Fani, you have to do something that makes it very clear.
Something that Leo would also do.
But he's leaving today.
What can I do in less than two hours? Scream my heart out that I love him?
-You love him? -You love him?
The question is:
Does he love me?
Like, real love?
Because he's also never made it clear to me.
Not the way I wanted, at least.
Fani. Hey, Fani!
FANI, I LOVE YOU
Fani, I love you! I love you!
I love you!
The best he could do
was give me a CD for my birthday.
But...
You need to elaborate. What kind of CD was it?
What was the artist, or the band?
It wasn't from a band.
He made me a mix CD.
Now we have to listen to it.
-Come on, Fani. -Let's go.
Gabi, check this out!
These are all love songs. Yeah, he wasn't being clear at all.
I don't know how you missed that, it's so obvious!
That's it.
I have to make him a mix CD.
Oh, a mix CD!
Come on, Gabi!
-Come on! -Right!
-Well, these are the songs. -Okay.
So read them to me, Gabi.
Hurry Up.
Gotta Tell You I Love You,
I've Been Distracted, Call Me,
A Few Things and Falling In Love.
Oh, this is just so perfect!
True. We can use yellow, orange, pink...
-I like yellow. -And maybe green too.
-Although green would look... -What are you talking about?
-The cover! -The cover!
Give us a hand, Natália.
We spent the entire day...
Come on, girls, we're super late!
-All right, all right. -Calm down.
Let's go, Gabriela!
I wonder if he'll like it?
Leo left a few minutes ago.
But don't worry, because in just three days
I'll be going to Rio too, and then I'll deliver this to him.
-Okay? -Okay.
Sweetie, don't be sad, I swear I'll deliver it.
Don't you worry.
I'll deliver it to him, okay?
-Okay, thank you. -Don't worry. Bye.
Bye Gabi, bye Nat. Take care, girls.
I can't believe this.
I wanted to give it to him in person.
Fani, in three days she's going to Rio, and she'll hand it to Leo.
Three days. If it was in the cloud, he could just download it.
Gabi!
Look, it's fine.
It's only three days.
Come on, please, load it.
"Merry Christmas, everyone.
May your dreams come true in the new year.
I hope Santa shows up fat and drunk.
Take care. Leo."
Why can't life be perfect like in the movies?
Here, Estefânia.
Thank you so much.
I won't open this until I get home.
You might like surprises, but I hate them.
Why did you make that face?
Fani, we won't be classmates anymore.
Because you're going to study in England! You passed, you silly!
I'm so proud.
Congratulations.
-Thanks. -You passed.
And here are Leo's results.
Maria Carmen signed a document authorizing you to give it to him.
-All right? -Yes.
Thank you. Bye.
Bye.
-Leo? -Hi, Fani.
So, did I fail or not?
Because if I did, I might as well stick around and become a surfer.
Hang up that phone. This is your aunt's house.
Sorry to burst your bubble, but...
the only waves in your future
will be the electromagnetic waves in next year's physics class.
Does that mean I passed?
-You want to know your grade? -No.
I want to know if you passed too.
Oh, Leo... If even you could pass, why wouldn't I?
Hey, Mom! I passed!
Mom told me you bought me a CD for Christmas.
You didn't have to.
She told you?
What do you mean? She didn't give it to you?
Well, what happened was...
she put lots of important stuff in this bag, including your CD,
but she forgot it in the car.
I spent the whole week
thinking Leo hasn't called because he didn't like the CD,
but the truth is, he never got it.
She didn't mention the artist, though.
It didn't have just one artist.
I got inspired by your mix CDs, so I made one for you.
Are you serious?
Why wouldn't I be?
Leonardo!
Please, sweetheart, this isn't our house.
Long-distance calls are expensive.
Hi, Fani, my dear.
You can talk face-to-face once we're back.
-Okay? -Okay.
-Fani, I gotta hang up. -Alright.
See you.
Merry Christmas to all of you.
Same to you, cutie.
I hope Santa brings you all your dreams wrapped up with a bow.
Sadly, I don't think that's happening.
Why not? Being a filmmaker is a pretty achievable dream.
I have more urgent dreams at the moment.
What dreams, Fani? Tell me.
Hang up the phone, Leo!
Bye, Fani. See you.
See you.
New Year's Eve.
Vanessa kissed Mateus just to upset Natália.
But then Natália hooked up with my brother Alberto,
finally realizing she deserves a sweet guy.
And Leo's not here.
-Hello? -Fani?
Leo?
I wanted to be the first to wish you a Happy New Year.
Where are you?
I wish I was next to you
so I could kiss you at midnight.
Happy New Year!
-Leo? -Fani?
-Leo?
The new year began, and I got so busy, I lost track of time.
I did a full medical checkup to make sure I'm healthy.
I invited my friends to come say goodbye at the airport.
I paid a final visit to the fortune-teller.
I got the instructions for the exchange program.
And I went to the movies one last time.
I'm exhausted, but...
now I'm late to get to Gabi's.
Phew!
Geez, Fani girl, you took your sweet time.
I'm so sorry I'm late, Gabriela.
The movie's about to start and...
Surprise!
Fani!
Do you see why I couldn't give you a ride?
-Yes, Dad. -Oh, sweetie.
Mom, leave the crying for the airport, okay?
Oh, so rude!
We're all set. Want to start it now?
I'm sorry, everyone, but I have to borrow Fani.
-Just for a minute. -Already?
Yeah. It'll be quick.
I wasn't lying. We do have a movie to show you.
-A movie? -Yes, come.
Ready to watch the movie?
-All right. -Go on.
Hi, Fani.
You thought I wouldn't come to your surprise party?
I wish I was there with you.
I tried very hard to book a flight, but they were all full.
So...
I had to find another way to be there.
Now you can take this DVD to England and watch it whenever you miss me.
Just kidding.
I'm the one who's gonna miss you real bad.
Not for long, though, right?
A year goes by pretty fast.
And don't you dare get into the plane without saying goodbye to me.
I'll be there the morning of your flight.
See you, Fani.
I adore you.
That's it.
Now tell us. How many stars do you give this movie?
Stars?
This movie deserves the Moon, the Sun, and the entire Milky Way.
Do you need a hand?
Leo!
I'm glad you got here in time.
Packing up your stuff?
Yeah.
Do you have a minute?
Sure.
Should we sit down?
Fani, I can't go to the airport.
What?
Wait, why?
My dad.
He wants me help him at work today.
And since I just got here from Rio,
I didn't even go home yet, I came straight here
to see you one last time.
This is for you.
So you won't forget me.
It's a letter.
No, no.
Don't read it now, it's embarrassing.
Okay.
Promise me you'll only read it on the plane.
I promise.
There's a CD in there too.
To listen to on the plane?
No, in England.
Leo, after I saw your video--
Leo?
What will we do without this young lady?
You're joining us at the airport, right?
No, I can't go.
Oh.
What a shame.
Well, Estefânia, you still have a lot of things to pack.
Yeah, sure.
She must be really busy.
I was actually leaving, so...
No, Leo.
Stay a bit longer.
Can you walk me to the door?
Sure.
Bye, Leo.
See what you did?
What did I do?
I'm sorry, Fani.
I wanted to stay but your mom's right.
You have a lot of things to pack so I couldn't.
Hello, Leo.
Guys, gather up. I'm the photographer for today.
Ready?
Put your arms around her, Leo. Come on.
Here we go...
Yeah, looks great.
Now I'll take a few pictures of your room.
Take care of yourself, Fani girl.
E-mail me as soon as possible, okay?
I'll write you every day.
Hey, Estefânia!
-So? -Leo's not going to the airport.
-How come? -He went to her place to say goodbye.
He has to help his dad at work.
That won't do. I'm calling Mrs. Maria Carmen right now!
She can fix this, she loves Fani.
Attention all passengers of flight 1207 to London,
you may check-in now.
Aren't the girls coming to say goodbye?
-They're coming. -They are?
-Good. -Is Nat coming?
With Gabi?
She's coming, Alberto.
Estefânia Castelino Belluz?
Unfortunately, yes.
Come on, Leo. Hurry.
What the...? What are you doing here?
-My dad's waiting for us, hurry! -What for?
To take us to the airport.
No, look, I have to...
-Only Fani believes that poor excuse. -Come on.
-That only works with Fani. Come. -Take him, girls.
Fani.
I was looking for you to say goodbye.
Are you ready?
Sort of.
I wanted to tell you something.
Now that it's just the two of us.
Go ahead.
Dad, step on it, please!
-I'll get a speeding ticket. -Don't worry, Leo can pay for it.
Rodrigo told me Leo wanted to stay away from you until you left.
He tried and failed to push you away during the makeup exams.
Why would Leo try to push me away?
Guys, we won't make it in time. Let's just give up.
-Give up? -Haven't you given up enough already?
-Yeah. -So be quiet.
We've got this.
It'll be fine.
He likes you, Fani.
And when I saw the face you made while watching his video,
I realized you like him too.
It's too late now.
Before he went to Rio,
I sent him a mix CD to tell him how I feel,
but he didn't get it in time.
I can't reach Fani's mom.
Once we're there, we'll have to hurry.
He arrived from his trip today
and went straight to my place to say goodbye.
Fani, Leo didn't arrive today, he arrived yesterday.
He convinced his dad to come earlier so he could surprise you.
But why would he lie?
I don't know.
The letter.
"Dear Fani,
I bet you're flying over my house right now,
and I'm probably there thinking:
my love's flying away.
I'll tell you a story
so that the day you become a famous screenwriter
you can turn it into a romantic movie.
Once upon a time, there was a boy who had lots of friends.
One day, he met a girl who didn't have many friends.
They became inseparable.
But then one day she decided to go very far away,
and he felt lost.
To try to forget this girl,
he became closer to another girl.
But then, one night, he realized two things:
That the second girl didn't deserve him,
and that he couldn't hide his love for the first girl.
But the girl was leaving.
And so, to avoid getting hurt,
he decided to push her away at any cost.
But the more he pushed her away, the closer she would get to him.
He even tried going to another city.
So he came up with a plan.
He put all his feelings for her into a letter.
And since he didn't want to see her leaving,
he went to her house to say goodbye
and to hold on to that memory forever.
The memory of the girl who filled his life with color.
I adore you, Fani girl.
I've always adored you.
But I had no idea you felt the same.
Am I right?
I still can't believe it.
I'm sorry I didn't go.
I didn't want to cry in front of everyone.
Make the most of your year to make up for our time apart.
Cherish your time there, so you'll come back even more brilliant.
A year goes by pretty fast.
I'll be here, waiting for you.
I adore you.
Never forget that.
A thousand hugs and kisses,
Leo."
Fani?
-Fani. -We made it, Gabi!
Fani, Leo. Leo, Fani.
Greetings from the tired girls.
Hey, Gabi.
Why don't we go talk to Alberto?
Forget about Alberto. We see him every day.
We'll only see Fani again in a year.
Gabriela?
Let's go talk to Alberto, come on.
-Where were you? -I'm glad you're here!
I broke my promise.
I suddenly realized that...
this could be the final scene of my movie.
And if I hadn’t read it in time,
I wouldn't have gotten the happy ending I deserved.
It's a shame you couldn't listen to the CD.
Every movie has a soundtrack, you know?
Fani, there's so much I want to tell you.
We'll have plenty of time.
A year goes by pretty fast, if you really want to wait for me.
If you say it'll be worth the wait...
Why wouldn't it be?
Attention all passengers.
Second call for flight 1207 to London.
That's it, then.
Hey, Pri.
Make the best out of this trip.
Take care of my brother, okay?
Hey.
Take care of my friend.
You got it.
Have a safe flight, sweetheart.
You can stop crying now.
You'll be back soon, okay?
I'm not crying.
-E-mail me every day, okay? -Okay.
We made something for you.
So you'll always remember us.
I love it.
I'll wait for you, okay?
Our movie has only just begun.
Good afternoon.
Are you excited to see the land of the Queen?
Yes.
Have a nice trip.
I love you.
Now I know
that no movie is better than real life.
It's just a shame that we can't film our life to watch it again.
I've always thought that the best movies
make you wonder what happens after the credits roll.
That way, we can create our own sequel.
That's my life.
I don't know what will happen from now on,
but this...
is the best happy ending I could have asked for.
TO BE CONTINUED...
Translator: Fernanda Sulpicio