A Little Princess (1995) Movie Subtitles

1 00:00:20,860 --> 00:00:23,020 A very long time ago... 2 00:00:23,420 --> 00:00:28,340 ...there lived a beautiful princess, in a mystical land known as... 3 00:00:28,980 --> 00:00:30,180 ...India. 4 00:00:45,860 --> 00:00:49,260 She was married to the handsome Prince Rama... 5 00:00:49,500 --> 00:00:52,660 ...who had been banished to the enchanted forest... 6 00:00:52,900 --> 00:00:56,700 ...by his jealous stepmother, Queen Kaikeyi. 7 00:01:05,220 --> 00:01:06,220 One day... 8 00:01:06,460 --> 00:01:09,540 ...Princess Sita saw a wounded deer in the woods... 9 00:01:09,780 --> 00:01:12,700 ...and she begged Rama to go and help it. 10 00:01:14,340 --> 00:01:17,860 Rama drew a circle in the ground and said to her: 11 00:01:18,260 --> 00:01:20,140 "This is a magic circle. 12 00:01:20,380 --> 00:01:22,860 So long as you stay inside it... 13 00:01:23,100 --> 00:01:25,300 ...no harm can come to you." 14 00:01:29,460 --> 00:01:32,380 That night, the princess heard a horrible cry. 15 00:01:32,620 --> 00:01:34,700 Help me. 16 00:01:35,220 --> 00:01:37,900 Thinking it was her beloved Rama in danger... 17 00:01:38,140 --> 00:01:41,780 ...the princess ran from the circle to answer the cry. 18 00:01:49,940 --> 00:01:53,380 She soon came across an old beggar man. 19 00:01:54,260 --> 00:01:56,700 Although she had no money to give him... 20 00:01:56,940 --> 00:01:59,460 ...she could not refuse his plea. 21 00:02:00,260 --> 00:02:02,820 As soon as he had the bracelet... 22 00:02:03,900 --> 00:02:07,180 ...he transformed into the 1 0-headed demon, Ravana. 23 00:02:07,420 --> 00:02:09,980 He grabs her and takes her to his palace... 24 00:02:10,220 --> 00:02:12,220 ...to make her his bride. 25 00:02:13,940 --> 00:02:16,300 Did you ever know a real prince, Maya? 26 00:02:17,460 --> 00:02:18,740 Laki's father. 27 00:02:19,020 --> 00:02:21,860 - I thought he was in the army. - He was. 28 00:02:22,100 --> 00:02:24,220 And he was my prince. 29 00:02:24,460 --> 00:02:26,700 And I, his princess. 30 00:02:27,060 --> 00:02:29,420 But I mean real princes and princesses. 31 00:02:29,740 --> 00:02:31,900 All women are princesses. 32 00:02:32,140 --> 00:02:33,500 It is our right. 33 00:03:13,780 --> 00:03:15,340 I shall miss it here. 34 00:03:15,740 --> 00:03:19,580 India is the only place on earth that stirs the imagination. 35 00:03:20,300 --> 00:03:22,860 I wish we could stay here forever. 36 00:03:25,860 --> 00:03:29,620 I know, sweetheart. But now that England's at war... 37 00:03:31,260 --> 00:03:34,420 ...I must go too. You understand, don't you? 38 00:03:34,820 --> 00:03:36,900 But why must I go to America? 39 00:03:37,140 --> 00:03:38,540 Because it's safer. 40 00:03:38,780 --> 00:03:43,140 And you'll be going to the school your mother went to at your age... 41 00:03:43,420 --> 00:03:45,820 - ...in a city called? - New York. 42 00:03:51,260 --> 00:03:52,460 Papa? 43 00:03:52,820 --> 00:03:56,020 Maya told me that all girls are princesses. 44 00:03:56,300 --> 00:03:59,060 - Maya is a very wise woman. - Then it's true? 45 00:03:59,460 --> 00:04:03,260 You can be anything you want to be, as long as you believe. 46 00:04:03,740 --> 00:04:06,620 - What do you believe? - I believe that you are... 47 00:04:07,100 --> 00:04:10,580 ...and always will be, my little princess. 48 00:04:47,900 --> 00:04:51,700 I gave this to your mother on our wedding day. 49 00:04:52,300 --> 00:04:53,860 I want you to have it. 50 00:04:56,380 --> 00:04:58,380 She was so beautiful. 51 00:05:00,660 --> 00:05:02,900 What did you love most about her? 52 00:05:04,300 --> 00:05:05,780 Tough question. 53 00:05:09,460 --> 00:05:12,420 I loved the way her eyes lit up when she laughed. 54 00:05:12,660 --> 00:05:14,100 Just like yours do. 55 00:05:15,100 --> 00:05:19,260 I loved the sound of her voice when she sang me the Indian folksong. 56 00:05:20,140 --> 00:05:23,900 But I think, more than anything else... 57 00:05:24,220 --> 00:05:26,540 ...I loved dancing with her! 58 00:06:37,100 --> 00:06:38,300 Hello! 59 00:06:39,060 --> 00:06:40,740 You must be Captain Crewe. 60 00:06:44,380 --> 00:06:46,180 My sister will be down presently. 61 00:06:46,540 --> 00:06:48,980 We were just preparing the young lady's room. 62 00:06:49,220 --> 00:06:51,060 Your things arrived this morning. 63 00:06:51,260 --> 00:06:52,140 Thank you...? 64 00:06:53,020 --> 00:06:55,420 Heavens, Amelia. Amelia Minchin. 65 00:06:56,860 --> 00:06:58,140 Captain Crewe. 66 00:07:10,900 --> 00:07:12,740 How delightful to meet you! 67 00:07:14,500 --> 00:07:16,620 And this must be little Sara. 68 00:07:17,220 --> 00:07:19,300 My, what a beautiful child. 69 00:07:19,540 --> 00:07:23,220 - I was telling the Captain-- - Thank you, that'll be all. 70 00:07:23,460 --> 00:07:24,540 Won't you follow me? 71 00:07:26,980 --> 00:07:29,220 Classes begin promptly at 8:00. 72 00:07:29,460 --> 00:07:32,260 We cover all subjects: literature, math, science... 73 00:07:32,500 --> 00:07:34,620 ...and of course, French and Latin. 74 00:07:34,860 --> 00:07:36,620 Oh, Sara speaks fluent-- 75 00:07:36,820 --> 00:07:39,740 Luncheon is served at 1 :30. Then we take our daily walk... 76 00:07:39,980 --> 00:07:43,060 ...unless the weather is extremely inclement. 77 00:07:43,300 --> 00:07:45,940 At 4:00, the girls attend etiquette classes... 78 00:07:46,140 --> 00:07:49,780 ...where they're trained in the formal graces of society. 79 00:07:50,740 --> 00:07:55,140 Study hall is between 4:30 and 6:30, followed by a light supper. 80 00:07:55,380 --> 00:07:58,340 Before bedtime, we read from one of the classics... 81 00:07:58,580 --> 00:08:01,620 ...something the children look forward to with anticipation. 82 00:08:01,860 --> 00:08:05,140 Sunday is a day of rest. Students may write to their parents. 83 00:08:05,380 --> 00:08:08,820 And of course, we attend church. Have you any questions? 84 00:08:20,140 --> 00:08:21,660 Come along, dear. 85 00:08:36,740 --> 00:08:37,700 Girls. 86 00:08:37,940 --> 00:08:40,420 Say hello to our new arrival... 87 00:08:40,660 --> 00:08:41,900 ...Miss Sara Crewe. 88 00:08:42,140 --> 00:08:43,940 Hello, Sara. 89 00:08:44,380 --> 00:08:47,540 You must tell them about your exciting life in India. 90 00:08:47,780 --> 00:08:51,460 No doubt she'll be our most popular student in no time. 91 00:08:51,660 --> 00:08:55,140 There are certain rules that should be made clear. 92 00:08:55,380 --> 00:08:57,060 First is the Order Rule... 93 00:08:57,300 --> 00:09:00,780 ...which requires the girls keep their rooms spotless. 94 00:09:27,140 --> 00:09:29,660 These rules are strictly enforced. 95 00:09:29,900 --> 00:09:33,540 But I assure you, the results are well worth the effort. 96 00:09:34,140 --> 00:09:36,700 Our reputation for sending the most poised... 97 00:09:36,940 --> 00:09:39,740 ...and charming young ladies into society... 98 00:09:40,420 --> 00:09:41,900 ...is one of the highest. 99 00:09:42,100 --> 00:09:43,300 I've no doubt. 100 00:09:44,620 --> 00:09:49,460 Also, I'm afraid jewelry and such finery are not allowed. 101 00:09:49,940 --> 00:09:52,540 What if I wear it in my room, during my free time? 102 00:09:54,140 --> 00:09:56,380 If you absolutely insist. 103 00:09:59,140 --> 00:10:00,020 I do. 104 00:10:01,940 --> 00:10:03,420 She'll get in trouble. 105 00:10:19,020 --> 00:10:20,540 This is splendid. 106 00:10:21,260 --> 00:10:22,420 It's our largest suite. 107 00:10:23,780 --> 00:10:26,380 Thank you for all the care you've taken. 108 00:10:26,660 --> 00:10:29,220 I want Sara to feel at home while I'm away. 109 00:10:30,060 --> 00:10:33,460 - No expense shall be spared. - Of course not. 110 00:10:33,700 --> 00:10:35,380 I'll let you say goodbye. 111 00:10:35,620 --> 00:10:38,660 You don't have much time before your boat leaves. 112 00:10:52,700 --> 00:10:55,340 We'll write to each other every day. 113 00:11:02,540 --> 00:11:04,220 How do you like your room? 114 00:11:04,460 --> 00:11:09,380 I made sure it was the best, with corner windows and a fireplace. 115 00:11:09,980 --> 00:11:13,180 And with all your toys and clothes moved in... 116 00:11:13,580 --> 00:11:15,620 ...it's as if you were really... 117 00:11:18,740 --> 00:11:20,660 I think I saw something... 118 00:11:21,260 --> 00:11:23,180 ...on that chair over there. 119 00:11:27,300 --> 00:11:30,620 She came all the way from France to be with you. 120 00:11:32,980 --> 00:11:34,380 Her name is Emily. 121 00:11:40,620 --> 00:11:43,260 Dolls make the very best friends. 122 00:11:44,380 --> 00:11:48,420 Just because they can't speak doesn't mean they don't listen. 123 00:11:48,940 --> 00:11:53,180 Did you know, when we leave them alone in our room, they come to life? 124 00:11:53,380 --> 00:11:54,780 - They do? - Yes. 125 00:11:55,020 --> 00:11:58,180 Before we walk in, they quickly return to their places. 126 00:11:59,260 --> 00:12:02,340 Why don't they come to life in front of us? 127 00:12:02,580 --> 00:12:04,380 Because it's magic. 128 00:12:05,980 --> 00:12:07,860 Magic has to be believed. 129 00:12:08,380 --> 00:12:10,620 That's the only way it's real. 130 00:12:12,860 --> 00:12:16,140 Whenever you're afraid, or miss me terribly... 131 00:12:16,380 --> 00:12:18,060 ...just tell Emily. 132 00:12:19,260 --> 00:12:22,420 She'll get the...