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Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

El ladrón de palabras

Title in Italiano:

The Words

Title in Português:

As Palavras

Title in Français:

The Words

Synopsis

In New York, aspiring writer Rory Jansen has written a novel but the editors do not accept to publish it since the story is non-commercial. Rory lives with his girlfriend Dora in a loft and is financially supported by his father Mr. Jansen. When Mr. Jansen tells Rory that he will give no more money for him and that Rory should have a conventional job, he works as a clerk in a publishing house and soon he marries Dora. They travel on honeymoon to Paris and he buys an old briefcase in a jumble sale.

When they return to New York, Rory finds the manuscript of a novel hidden in the briefcase and he becomes fascinated with the story and decides to send it to the editors. Soon the book becomes a best-seller and Rory becomes a successful and famous writer. One day, an old man meets him in Central Park and asks for an autograph in his book. When Rory is leaving the place, the old man asks him if he wouldn't like to listen to a story of a man that was robbed by a young man. Rory sits on the bench again and the old man tells a dramatic story of pain and loss to him.

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The Words
La Marseillaise
Dodo, L'enfante, Do
Nora Arnezeder: Performer
Lights of Las Vegas Jazz Trio
Yuri Sazonoff: Writer
Harry Hops
Cory Wong: Writer
The Author
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
The Old Man
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
Rory and Dora's Theme
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
The Train Station
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
The Reading
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
The Writing of The Book
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
Clay and Daniella's Theme
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
First Love
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
The Bookstore
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
A Young Man In Paris
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
The Wedding
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
Rory Touches Greatness
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
Celia's Theme
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
The Apology
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
Haunted
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
Success
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
The Window Tears
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
The Wrong Words
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
Life or Fiction?
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
Theme From A Thousand Words
John Debney: Performer
Redemption
John Debney: Performer
Wake Up
John Debney: Performer
Sacred Pact
John Debney: Performer
Boom It's A Tree
John Debney: Performer
Calling Singa
John Debney: Performer
Dire Consequences
John Debney: Performer
Taping Jack's Mouth Shut
John Debney: Performer
I Speak, I Die
John Debney: Performer
Drunk Jack
John Debney: Performer
Meeting The French
John Debney: Performer
Blind Guy Street Cross
John Debney: Performer
The Flashback
John Debney: Performer
Blue Butterfly
John Debney: Performer
A Fine Mess
John Debney: Performer
Coffee Shop
John Debney: Performer
Mom Visit
John Debney: Performer
The Kiss
John Debney: Performer
Ted, Audrey And The Trees - Dr. Seuss' The Lorax (John Powell)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Candy Factory - Hop (Christopher Lennertz)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Rickshaw Chase - Kung Fu Panda 2 (Hans Zimmer and John Powell)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Dolphin Dance - Dolphin Tale (Mark Isham)
Nathan Barr: Performer
National News - Big Miracle (Cliff Eidelman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Nim's Island - Nim's Island (Patrick Doyle)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Calling The Guardians - Rise of the Guardians (Alexandre Desplat)
Nathan Barr: Performer
This Is Berk - How To Train Your Dragon (John Powell)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Flying - Rio (John Powell)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Horton Suite - Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears A Who! (John Powell)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Theme - Astro Boy (John Ottman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Let Us Drink Milk - Speed Racer (Michael Giacchino)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Final Round - Real Steel (Danny Elfman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Flying A Tank - The A-Team (Alan Silvestri)
Nathan Barr: Performer
A Man, A Plan, A Code, Dubai - Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol (Michael Giacchino)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Largo Winch (Alexandre Desplat)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Fast Five (Brian Tyler)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Bull Run - Knight and Day (John Powell)
Nathan Barr: Performer
End Credits - G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra (Alan Silvestri)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Enterprising Young Men - Star Trek (Michael Giacchino)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Disc Time:
Nathan Barr: Performer
Introducing Amelia - Amelia (Gabriel Yared)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Honored Colleague - Charlie Wilson's War (James Newton Howard)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Japan - Hachi (Jan A.P. Kaczmarek)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Ain't You Tired (End Title) - The Help (Thomas Newman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
End Credits - The Bucket List (Marc Shaiman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Anna's Theme - Leap Year (Randy Edelman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Main Title - The Tudors - Season 3 (Trevor Morris)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Bel Ami (Rachel Portman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Main TItle - Parade's End (Dirk Brossé)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Isabel The Strong - Your Highness (Steve Jablonsky, Performed by Lisbeth Scott)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Opening Titles - Albert Nobbs (Brian Byrne)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Little Edie On Chair - Grey Gardens (Rachel Portman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Opening Credits - Another Year (Gary Yershon)
Nathan Barr: Performer
La Fille Du Puisatier (Alexandre Desplat)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Romanze - The Last Station (Sergey Yevtushenko)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Love Theme - Spartacus (Alex North, Performed by Dave Grusin)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Overture - The Visitor (Jan A.P. Kaczmarek)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Running In The Sand - La Ligne Droite (Patrick Doyle)
Nathan Barr: Performer
S.O.P. Theme #1 - Standard Operating Procedure (Danny Elfman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Columbus Circle (Brian Tyler)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Back Home - Flash Of Genius (Aaron Zigman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Opening Titles - Mildred Pierce (Carter Burwell)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Legend and Main Title - Fool's Gold (George Fenton)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Espiritu Esa Ala - Sanctum (David Hirschfelder)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Maruge Digs - The First Grader (Alex Heffes)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Main Title - The Stoning Of Soraya M. (John Debney)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Horizon To Horizon - Black Gold (James Horner)
Nathan Barr: Performer
When The Heart Dies - In The Land Of Blood And Honey (Gabriel Yared, Performed by Nataša Mirkovi´c - De Ro)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Love & War Finale - There Be Dragons: Secretos De Pasión (Robert Folk)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Suite For Symphony Orchestra, Choir and Piano Soloist - Oscar: The Color of Destiny (Diego Navarro)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Entre La Luz Y El Pecado - For Greater Glory (James Horner, Performed by Clara Sanabras)
Nathan Barr: Performer
They'll Remember You - Valkyrie (John Ottman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
The Mission - The Sum Of All Fears (Jerry Goldsmith, Performed by Cristina Farrais, Mark Snow, Tenerife Film Orchestra)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Wolf Suite (Part 1) - The Wolfman (Danny Elfman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Dream House (John Debney)
Nathan Barr: Performer
End Credits - Let Me In (Michael Giacchino)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Evacuation - I Am Legend (James Newton Howard)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Main Titles - Never Let Me Go (Rachel Portman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Eva - Igor (Patrick Doyle)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Love Theme - True Blood (Nathan Barr)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Opening Titles - John Carpenter's The Ward (Mark Kilian)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Fright Night (Ramin Djawadi)
Nathan Barr: Performer
The Ghost Writer (Alexandre Desplat)
Nathan Barr: Performer
The Banking Crisis (Main Titles) - Too Big To Fail (Marcelo Zarvos)
Nathan Barr: Performer
The Ides Of March (Alexandre Desplat)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Watergate - Frost / Nixon (Hans Zimmer)
Nathan Barr: Performer
End Title - Brake (Brian Tyler)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Main Titles - Camelot (Mychael and Jeff Danna)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Main Titles - The Borgias (Trevor Morris)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Main Title - Game of Thrones - Season 2 (Ramin Djawadi)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Golden Gate Bridge - Rise of the Planet of the Apes (Patrick Doyle)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Hopper - Battleship (Steve Jablonsky)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Babylon Requiem - Babylon A.D. (Atli Örvarsson)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Battle: Los Angeles (Brian Tyler)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Jake Lonergan - Cowboys & Aliens (Harry Gregson-Williams)
Nathan Barr: Performer
End Title - Eagle Eye (Brian Tyler)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Racing - Charlie St. Cloud (Rolfe Kent)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Redemption and Rebirth - A Thousand Words (John Debney)
Nathan Barr: Performer
The Drive To Immaculata (Main Title) - The Mighty Macs (William Ross)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Trouble With The Curve (Marco Beltrami)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Gig Catches / Taking The Lead - Touchback (William Ross)
Nathan Barr: Performer
A Liverpool Anthem – You'll Never Walk Alone - Will (Nigel Clarke & Michael Csányi-Wills)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Letting Go - Super 8 (Michael Giacchino)
Nathan Barr: Performer
A Call To Adventure (Theme from Mummy 3) - The Mummy 3: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (Randy Edelman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
I'm the Winner
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Arriving At the Golden Quill
Rolfe Kent: Performer
B.R.A.V.O., Mr. Trilby
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Poolside
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Chai Has a Minibar
Rolfe Kent: Performer
The Morning After
Rolfe Kent: Performer
A Glare From Teegan
Rolfe Kent: Performer
The Panties Scam
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Diner and Toy Car
Rolfe Kent: Performer
It's Not a Sundae
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Chai Gets an Education
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Teegan Rigs the Competition
Rolfe Kent: Performer
These Are Not Light Pants / Womanhood Panic
Rolfe Kent: Performer
A Nasty Long Word
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Montage of Defeat and Victory
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Meeting Bowman
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Burning Todd
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Chai's Revenge
Rolfe Kent: Performer
The Least a Son Can Expect
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Bust Your Nut
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Angry Mother
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Down To the Last Three
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Trying To Lose
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Disqualified
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Parting Letter To Bowman
Rolfe Kent: Performer
First Glance
Jonas Struck: Performer
Text At Night
Jonas Struck: Performer
First Kiss
Jonas Struck: Performer
Negative Thoughts / Trial
Jonas Struck: Performer
Conrad on YouTube
Jonas Struck: Performer
Text and Pills
Jonas Struck: Performer
Got the Generator
Jonas Struck: Performer
Michelle's Theme
Jonas Struck: Performer
Text About Satan
Jonas Struck: Performer
At Lisa's House
Jonas Struck: Performer
Conrad's Theme
Jonas Struck: Performer
True Love / In the Park
Jonas Struck: Performer
Michelle's Dry Run
Jonas Struck: Performer
Anxiety Attack
Jonas Struck: Performer
Be Your Angel
Jonas Struck: Performer
Last Time I Saw Him
Jonas Struck: Performer
Today's the Day
Jonas Struck: Performer
Conrad's Suicide
Jonas Struck: Performer
Conrad is Dead
Jonas Struck: Performer
She's a Helper
Jonas Struck: Performer
Homers for Conrad
Jonas Struck: Performer
Police Investigation
Jonas Struck: Performer
Is This Faith?
Jonas Struck: Performer
Conrad's Theme (Full Version)
Jonas Struck: Performer
Main Title
Maurice Jarre: Performer
My King
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Royal Divertissement
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Crossed Swords
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Hendon Hall
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Canty's Fight
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Here Comes the King
Maurice Jarre: Performer
The Prince and the Pauper
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Coronation
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Ruffler's Men
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Fight on the Steps
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Gaillard
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Procession
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Tom or Edward
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Epilogue
Maurice Jarre: Performer
THE GUNS OF NAVARONE – Prologue / The Legend of Navarone (Dimitri Tiomkin)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
TRUE GRIT – Suite: Pony Mine / Rooster and Le Boeuf / Runaway Races Away / A Warm Wrap-up (Elmer Bernstein)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
THE PRIVATE LIFE OF SHERLOCK HOLMES – Gabrielle (Miklos Rozsa)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
EXODUS – Prelude (Ernest Gold)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
THE ALAMO – Overture / Davy Crocket t (Dimitri Tiomkin)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
LAWRENCE OF ARABIA – Overture (Maurice Jarre)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
EL CID – Overture (Miklos Rozsa)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
EL CID – The Barn : Love Scene (Miklos Rozsa)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
EL CID – The El Cid March (Miklos Rozsa)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
CONAN THE BARBARIAN – Riddle of Steel / The Riders of Doom (Basil Poledouris)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
CONAN THE DESTROYER – Dagoth Ceremony (Basil Poledouris)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
FALL OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE – Pax Romana (Dimitri Tiomkin)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
VILLA RIDES – Main Title (Maurice Jarre)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
TARAS BULBA – Overture (Franz Waxman)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
TARAS BULBA – The Birth of Andrei (Franz Waxman)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
TARAS BULBA – The Ride to Dubno (Franz Waxman)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
THE PRINCE AND THE PAUPER (Maurice Jarre)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
Dances from NOTRE DAME DE PARIS: Prelude
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Fete de fous (The Feast of Fools)
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Grimace de Quasimodo (Entrance of Quasimodo)
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Marche du roi – Le Tour de la ville (The King's March)
Maurice Jarre: Performer
La Belle et la Bête – Pas de deux (Beauty and the Beast)
Maurice Jarre: Performer
La Cour des miracles (The Court of Miracles)
Maurice Jarre: Performer
ORIENT SUITE: TAI PAN – Overture
Maurice Jarre: Performer
SHOGUN – Mariko's Theme
Maurice Jarre: Performer
SHOGUN – Tea and Jealousy
Maurice Jarre: Performer
THE PALANQUIN OF TEARS
Maurice Jarre: Performer
THE MESSAGE – Concert Suite: The Declaration
Maurice Jarre: Performer
The Hegira and Expulsion
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Building the First Mosque
Maurice Jarre: Performer
The Prayer and The Spread of Islam
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Entry into Mecca
Maurice Jarre: Performer
THE BLACK MARBLE: True Romance (Dark Eyes) and End Titles
Maurice Jarre: Performer
A PASSAGE TO INDIA: Bombay March
Maurice Jarre: Performer
THE PRINCE AND THE PAUPER (CROSSED SWORDS): Main Title and The Prince and The Pauper
Maurice Jarre: Performer
MOURIR A MADRID: To Die in Madrid
Maurice Jarre: Performer
BEHOLD A PALE HORSE: Spain Regained
Maurice Jarre: Performer
March from Behold a Pale Horse
Maurice Jarre: Performer
THE COLLECTOR – Concert Suite: The Collector / The Catch / End Titles Music
Maurice Jarre: Performer
A WALK IN THE CLOUDS: The Harvest
Maurice Jarre: Performer
UPRISING – Concert Suite: Out of the Sewers / Uprising / I Am Lucky
Maurice Jarre: Performer
POPE JOAN: Overture
Maurice Jarre: Performer
TWO BITS (unused score): Two Bits
Maurice Jarre: Performer
THE NIGHT OF THE GENERALS: Lieutenant General Tanz / On the Terrace at Versailles
Maurice Jarre: Performer
THE BRIDE: THE BRIDE
Maurice Jarre: Performer
GIUBELIO – Cantata for Orchestra & Chorus: Heri (Yesterday)
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Hodie (Today)
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Semper (Always)
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Rory and Dora's Theme
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
Clay and Daniella's Theme
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
Celia's Theme
Marcelo Zarvos: Performer
Boom It's A Tree
John Debney: Performer
Taping Jack's Mouth Shut
John Debney: Performer
Ted, Audrey And The Trees - Dr. Seuss' The Lorax (John Powell)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Nim's Island - Nim's Island (Patrick Doyle)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Horton Suite - Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears A Who! (John Powell)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Honored Colleague - Charlie Wilson's War (James Newton Howard)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Ain't You Tired (End Title) - The Help (Thomas Newman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Anna's Theme - Leap Year (Randy Edelman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Main TItle - Parade's End (Dirk Brossé)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Legend and Main Title - Fool's Gold (George Fenton)
Nathan Barr: Performer
They'll Remember You - Valkyrie (John Ottman)
Nathan Barr: Performer
Opening Titles - John Carpenter's The Ward (Mark Kilian)
Nathan Barr: Performer
A Liverpool Anthem – You'll Never Walk Alone - Will (Nigel Clarke & Michael Csányi-Wills)
Nathan Barr: Performer
I'm the Winner
Rolfe Kent: Performer
It's Not a Sundae
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Chai's Revenge
Rolfe Kent: Performer
Michelle's Theme
Jonas Struck: Performer
At Lisa's House
Jonas Struck: Performer
Conrad's Theme
Jonas Struck: Performer
Michelle's Dry Run
Jonas Struck: Performer
Today's the Day
Jonas Struck: Performer
Conrad's Suicide
Jonas Struck: Performer
She's a Helper
Jonas Struck: Performer
Conrad's Theme (Full Version)
Jonas Struck: Performer
Canty's Fight
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Ruffler's Men
Maurice Jarre: Performer
Marche du roi – Le Tour de la ville (The King's March)
Maurice Jarre: Performer
SHOGUN – Mariko's Theme
Maurice Jarre: Performer

User reviews

Carol Moore
7/10

The haunting melodies evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing, mirroring Rory's internal conflict and the consequences of his actions.

Sarah Phillips
9/10

The haunting melodies and evocative instrumentation create a sense of intrigue and suspense throughout the movie. The music perfectly complements the themes of ambition, success, and moral dilemmas explored in the plot, adding an extra layer of depth to the storytelling.

Donald Harris
9/10

The use of music in The Words is truly masterful, enhancing the viewing experience and making a lasting impact on the audience. It is a soundtrack that stays with you long after the credits roll, underscoring the powerful emotions and themes of the film.

Anthony Jones
6/10

Overall, the music in The Words serves as a powerful storytelling tool, enhancing the narrative and evoking a strong emotional response from the audience.

Paul Young
4/10

I found the soundtrack of The Words to be forgettable and generic, with no standout tracks or memorable moments that added to the storytelling. It felt like a missed opportunity to elevate the film and create a more immersive viewing experience for the audience.

Melissa White
6/10

The soundtrack of The Words perfectly captures the emotional journey of the main character, Rory Jansen, as he struggles with his identity as a writer and the consequences of his actions.

Karen King
6/10

The score in The Words skillfully builds tension and suspense during key moments, heightening the impact of the plot twists and revelations.

Robert Scott
9/10

The soundtrack of The Words perfectly captures the emotional depth and complexity of the story. Each track enhances the mood and atmosphere of the film, drawing the audience deeper into the narrative.

Donald Brown
8/10

The use of music in pivotal scenes, such as Rory's discovery of the hidden manuscript, creates a sense of mystery and intrigue that keeps the audience engaged.

Stephanie Anderson
7/10

The score seamlessly transitions between different moods, from moments of reflection to moments of triumph, reflecting the complexity of Rory's character development.

Michelle Taylor
1/10

The soundtrack of The Words felt uninspired and lacked emotional depth. It failed to capture the intensity and complexity of the characters' inner struggles and conflicts throughout the story.

Robert Walker
6/10

The music choices in the film help to establish a sense of setting and atmosphere, from the bustling streets of New York to the romantic backdrop of Paris.

David Jackson
7/10

The musical motifs in The Words are memorable and help to reinforce the themes of ambition, success, and the price of artistic integrity.

Nancy Green
6/10

The soundtrack features a range of moods and tones, from melancholic and reflective to hopeful and uplifting, mirroring the ups and downs of Rory's journey.

Amanda Thompson
7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The Words is a standout element of the film, elevating the viewing experience and leaving a lasting impression on the audience.

Sarah Smith
5/10

The music in the film effectively conveys the inner turmoil and conflict that Rory experiences as he grapples with the ethical implications of taking credit for someone else's work.

Jennifer Adams
7/10

The soundtrack enhances the atmosphere of the film, adding depth and intensity to key moments throughout the story.

Susan Adams
1/10

The music in The Words often felt out of place and distracting, taking away from the overall viewing experience. Instead of enhancing the mood and atmosphere of the scenes, the soundtrack felt like an afterthought that didn't quite fit with the narrative.

Amanda Wilson
6/10

The use of subtle piano melodies in certain scenes adds a sense of poignancy and introspection, enhancing the viewer's connection to Rory's character development.

Amanda Gonzalez
5/10

I appreciate how the soundtrack incorporates a mix of classical and contemporary elements, reflecting the blend of past and present themes in the story.

Mark Turner
7/10

The instrumental arrangements are both subtle and powerful, adding layers of meaning to the storytelling and enhancing the viewer's emotional connection to the characters.

Nancy Mitchell
8/10

The music in The Words perfectly captures the emotional journey of the main character, Rory Jansen, as he struggles with his identity as a writer.