And Louvois being the pompous ass he is, says haughtily: Before you speak to me, I suggest you speak to the king. Marchal: I am his Majestys eyes and ears, Msieur Louvois. Either way, she's dead now. The true cause of Henriettes death can never be known, but one thing is certain: this beloved princess was sadly missed. The historical notes you added were my favourite of all, I love knowing whats accurately portrayed and for the parts that were tweaked, what the actual history was.
Louis XIV of France | Versailles Wiki | Fandom We now join Rohan with the Dauphin, riding out with the Kings Guard. I just wanted to tell you that I enjoy your reviews and will keep reading them through saison 2. He goes on to make threats and trouble for her. Heres a thought: what is your view to Claudine? Bontemps says: protocol demands that if the air is impure and if you are at risk, you must leave immediately. (this is true) Marchal strides in to take command. Does all this excuse Philippe raping Henriette? But to his brother? It was Season 1. I look forward to reading your reviews on the next series, when it comes out. He was distraught when she died, and was fully intent on punishing those responsible (as poison was indeed thought to have killed her). [4] Societal expectations do not alter basic human reality. Hi Jules and Aly, But Montespan kind of brushes it off with, Yes, I would do the same. She is hurt, nonetheless. Suffering from digestive problems, she lived on a diet consisting primarily of milk. Philippe: my brother always trusted you. Claudine: I am honoured. Philippe whispers: I dont believe I know what it feels like. .. Emo Philippe, so dark and tortured! So Louis sequesters the palace. New episodes of " Versailles " air at 10/9c Saturdays on Ovation, but are rebroadcast throughout the week. Though it was true that he was saddened by Henriettes death, I dont felt that he was actually that hell bent on punishing those who were or at least believed to be responsible for her death, due to the lack of evidence among other factors. I pity Henrietta. THIS. Not long to go now, and we are with Marchal, who lies in bed, wakes suddenly and touches his stomach wound, which bleeds through the bandage. Last scene, with Louis silent and stoic, standing on a stone that overlooks a glorious view of the forest with Versailles in the distance. The cost is justified a hundred fold! ..And Philippes face that little sigh, the look he is incredulous. You said Hmm. Henriette is just one more thing Louis takes from Philippe. I know this coming years later, but to Theresa THANK YOU SO MUCH. I have heard many say they see angels before they die. (Ahhh! I cannot even imagine his reasoning for this, however I do know historically, Henriette desperately did want to be Queen of France, as did her mother want it, but at the time, she didnt have the pedigree, being the sister to Englands heir who wasnt even on the throne at the time. Brilliant writing. Absolutely enjoyed your recap of the finale. I respect the fact that two people can look at the same thing and see it from completely different angles and come away with completely different interpretations. Also I have to add SPOILER ALERT!!!! Let me know when the doctor arrives, Louis says, and leaves. Cassel passes him and bows. Im leaving. Louis: You would defy me, even in this moment? Philippe: I know what this moment is. Louis steps to his brother and the camera frames them between the crossed pikes, a familiar movie making technique that focuses your eye solely on them, and also creates powerful imagery of two strong men, between weapons, taking opposite views. In the end though, nobody was actually tortured or executed on charges of killing her. How accurate is Netflix Versailles? Whats wrong? In every possible way. .. now, I am not saying that Colbert is implying Philippe poisoned his wife, but it sure sounds like it. Your loyalty can lie with Philippe while still acknowledging that Henriette is also a victim and not the villain (the real villain here is Louis). Philippe looks up to Louis with wet puppy eyes, Louis looks at Philippe, his all flinty and hard. *insert sound of breaking heart here*. To my observation, we do not know who messed with the bottles I was assuming it was Mike or Rohan, because the hand is gloved and we do not see the face. Louis continues to yell: because without me this country will consume itself in nobles squabbles. He paces. Im going to be stalking these recaps in the arduous wait for season two. Both of them were in love with other people when they were forced to marry and they both were aware of that. OMG!). It is fascinating to compare Philippes two moments of deep anguish side by side: when the Chevalier was arrested, we saw his total and complete breakdown, the slow crumple of his expression from shock, to horror, to abject grief, then as he collapsed to his knees and rocked while he wept. This is clearly frustrating for Bontemps, this is against all protocol, and Bontemps is nothing if a creature who takes comfort (and even enjoys) the routine of protocol. poison, death and departures Versailles episode 10. Charming. Copyright 2023 History Today Ltd. Company no. The midwife and doctor were horrified but there was nothing she could do!!! Whew! Thank you. Protocol demands that he stays, Philippe says tightly. Of course not. Are there more shows you will review? Philippe and Henriette were forced into a marriage with someone they didnt love or care for. thank you.. I think he also wants reassurance that Louis cares for him as much as he cares for Louis. Because the whole world gave you counsel. I could never love you more. Youre brought up, its your duty. for Season 2. Henriette has become seriously ill, it might be poison and she is the sister of the King of England. I will try, but I trust you wont publish it if you find it too long. Women are still being raped today in societies which condone such behaviour towards women and which deny women their personhood. She could not affect change herself. It was generally believed that she had been poisoned by one of her husband's friends, but historians have concluded that she died of natural causes, perhaps of a ruptured appendix. (We wont even go into whether or not that maid wanted to be drug into the bedroom by Philippe after his jealous strop with the Chevalier or his sneaking into Louises bed. We see Louis expression crumple, and he blinks, almost disbelievingly, and then Philippe is out the door. She is simply besotted with Louis, so in love, that shed do anything he told her to. How can you be scared? (sweet Philippe!) The flashback of Charlotte being shot is in his head, reminding us (the audience) what happened previously and confirming that Marchal now knows how it was done. A side-note: On Sophie. Anyways, he says: we cannot be seen together anymore. She allows grief but only briefly. Hes not gonna tell him of Rohan outright, is he? Is it fair? We stake our claim or we are ploughed into the field. He gets up and leaves, walking through the corridors with a candelabra. These reactions perfectly suit and says a lot to their characters, plus George Blagden and Alex Vlahos as hugely talented actors. Only Versailles is now about as sexy as Robot Wars. Although Lord Montagu accepted this, he had misgivings. No, of course she doesnt. It is one or the other. Philippe replies calmly: You acted out of pride. Anything Henriette had done to Philippe, he had done to herand worse. *Another side-note: When the Chavelier mentions that Louis does not look for beauty so much as character, umwas he talking about Henriette? Marchal, his shirt now stained with his wound, stumbles into the antechamber, to Bontemps and says: Listen to me. You admit her situation is unfair and certainly, she is powerless where her husband (and Louis) are concerned and yet, simply because of the screwed up thinking of the day, the thinking that removed a womans personhood and reduced her to mere property, she is the villain for not being able to love a man who ignores her and rapes her? He deserves a truly powerful, unpredictable, fun, intoxicating woman who pulls the rug from under him, and he enjoys it. UGH. And she is the only one who knew who prepared Henriettes chicory water.
Nomie Schmidt, finally royal in 'Versailles' - TV Show Patrol And the person either asserts himself or is subjugated to the will of others. forgot to add the bit about similar shows. Louis drops the poker, approaches Montcourt. Id be happy with either, tbh! Close the doors! The Queen adds: we must put her in the bed. Louis nods; in she goes. Ive found some interesting, unedited sources about him and I hope to write very soon a book to make some justice to this very, very mistreated character. The Dauphin. Revealing nothing. Louis finally nods to the guards, the pikes are uncrossed and Philippe takes a breath and walks out without a backwards glance.The Chevalier gives him a few feet head start, then strolls after him, hands behind his back, not looking at Louis, not bowing. One witness observed that Henriette looked like a dressed corpse upon whom someone had put some rouge, while others thought she had death painted on her face. And she did it willingly. Philippe: Because you told her to. Louis: Because she was born to it. Philippe: Because she loves you. Louis: if we do not have the English, we cannot attack the Dutch. The look on Philippes face is incredulous yes, Louis is talking war when his wife lies dying. YAAAAAY! Basically he can do what he wants, but she is not allowed to. But I said lets make it our fort. For once in your life you played along. Its my weekly sin, I confess, Im too addicted to this period to miss it. We see his offer to help refused time and time again. Henriette screams and they both surge to the door then suddenly stop. I do like that though they have their disagreements, Bontemp genuinely respects Fabien, and despite his anger, I think Louis does too. What? That she could feel no affection for the man she was forced to marry, a man who could never feel anything for her and who also raped her, is not at all surprising (even while considering that marital rape was acceptable at that time). Seems likely in the show (historically, this is not so the case at all). I risked my life for your vanity, to rescue your wifes dowry. Louis: I acted for France because I AM FRANCE! Philippe remains stoic this time its Louis getting angry and we know why. And yes, the Chevalier does live to quite a ripe old age . He tucks Louis in then gets into his small cot (that looks like a camping bed), fully clothed. They exchange silent looks for a moment, then Philippe says quietly, Do you remember our fort?. Im thinking no. Claudine Masson Fabien Marchal Henriette of England Henriette and Montespan Fabien and Sophie Isabella Braganza Claudine and Fabien Marie-Thrse and Montespan Versailles (series) Sophie de Clermont Philippe of France Henriette and Louis Philippe and Liselotte's Wedding Chevalier and Henriette Categories Speculation that Henriette had been poisoned began straight away. Montcourt declares he only knew her in passing, Marchal calls out his bullshit: but you knew she had malevolent intent. To which Montcourt sarcastically replies: it may have escaped your notice but everyone in this building has malevolent intent. And we came here for a visit. We see a quick shot of Montcourts body being dumped from a cart into the muddy swampiness, to join other rotting, decaying bodies. In summary, of the four people involved in this sad businessLouis, Philippe, the Chevalier and HenrietteHenriette is the most powerless, the one with the least choice in anything. No. The Kings son. Montcourt is confused.
Versailles 2015 TV series, shows/cartoon,anime,magma/Documentaries Dieu. What the king wants, the king gets. But Marchal continues calmly. And I do not regret it for an instant. Like he is trying to justify himself. She cant honestly say that the death of the man to whom she is shackled in a loveless marriage, who feels no attraction for her and never can but can easily enough rape her, who stands between her and the man she truly loveswouldnt be entirely unwelcome. Only 4 of his children grew up, and even then, another died at 27. Henriette wanted to go!). His grip tightens on the poker, even as Montcourt looks actually shocked at that accusation. ), I think your recaps are wonderful and I enjoy reading them every bit as much as I do watching the programme! Because Sophie steals any scene shes in with Henriette, hands down, and she even maintains a presence with Montespan, too, though Montespan is clearly the dominant one in most dynamics (the Chevalier excluded, of course swans fat flippers come to mind!) Is that understood? and pushes past them. Philippe of course blames Louis for Henriette's poisoning as he was the one who sent Henriette as an ambassador abroad even though everyone begged him not to. And were never coming back. The Chevalier makes the sign of the Cross (like the good Catholic he is), sweeps a look across the room to Cassel? You can ask to reproduce it, though - just contact me. Claudine then enters and grills Bontemps, the Queen and Philippe about the symptoms while Henriette gasps in pain on the bed. Anyhow, just wanted to say The sad irony here is, I do think Louis cares very much for Philippe but he cannot let his armour of paranoia down enough to recognise Philippes loyalty and the fact that he can trust his brother. Why is this so? Much kudos to Nomie Schmidt for a brilliantly sad scene, aided by the backing music and the strength and emotion of George Blagden and Alex Vlahos. Since the first stone was laid in this expansion. If she dies it might lead to accusations and risk any potential alliance with England. Is Philippe a victim? Louis pauses, shocked, Marchal grabs his belly, echoing that look, and Im all NOOOOOO! Cultural factors, too, played a part. Why is his passion for the man he loves to be forgiven and Henriettes passion for the man she loves to be used against her? Does she want to end things with Louis?
Versailles recap: la finale - tout le monde has gone ape-merde! The writers of the show took quite creative liberty with the relationships some turned out to be clever and well-written, some I just eye rolled SO HARD. It is featured in several shots when Louis & Philippe are arguing and she reveals shes preggers as well as when Louis comes to confront her about not wishing to live with the doubt about the child. Desire for glory. That was your promise to me. , Question, did real Louis also love Henriette, or was it unrequited? You said everything that should have been pointed out a long time ago, with counterpoints and parallels that shone a light on some arguments and favoritism that , within the context of the show not history, were just mind boggling. I came across your reviews and I read each one after viewing an episode. They fear she might have been poisoned, so King Louis XIV shuts all access To Versailles. And the next shot is Louis in slow-mo, walking out. Then he calls for the Guards. As Montcourt is delivering this little speech, the camera angle singles out the massive symbolism in the shot: the angels on his leather sash belt. Points 1 and 2: We establish that both people are in love with someone else. Such an angry king, and rightly so. ? And so was she. She was 26. Then the camera pans to the door and Philippe enters, says to him quietly, were leaving. He is the villain if you are looking for one. Thank you, Amy! : . Montcourt turns and quickly leaves. Okay, is Louvois just being a dick? For her lot to improve, she could only hope for things to happen. Though only a few actually act on it. Marchal is having a hard time believing Montcourts usual crapabout returning to court because he is a true friend to the king and was his duty to inform him of a threat to Henriettes life. There are only two men in this court who move freely between the outside world and the Kings inner circle, but only one who has never raised a single voice against him. Bontemps is surprised: the Kings brother? NO, BONTEMPS. Louis looks mega pissed. On the other hand, Ive never doubted for a moment Philippes loyalty to his brother or his love for him. Yet how much pain are you willing to endure before you get what you want? Then Philippe walks out, still dressed in his nightshirt and robe, barefoot. Henriette says to Philippe: Im sorry. And in the context of the show, I did find it a nice touch, the apology to him. Only a year or so to go until a new season arrived on fledgling network Ovation, its U.S. cable home. The Angelique series of movies from the 60s are highly camp, and put Philippe in a terrible light, but they are funny. Pity that they made his character too emo, too frustrated and angry with the world, when he actually was full of joie de vivre, always smiling, always chattering, always ready to find the good in every person and every sistuation. The advice you took came from only one source. the door opens, and Montespan enters. I just binge-watched all 2 seasons and now painfully waits for each episode of Season 3 to come out. Ive addressed each of your points, but it has run very long and I dont know if it will post in the comments section or not. In the days when it was only you who /truly/ had my back. I was more appalled at Louis seeming lack of concern for his brothers life. Claudine and Philippe converse, with Claudine saying she feels they are not through the worst. Point 7: Chevalier moves in on Henriette the moment her husbands back is turned. Point 6: Not her greatest moment, no. Off they stride with purpose and a couple of guards, through the gorgeous corridors (shot in the gorgeous Vaux Le Vicomte) and with ominous background music to set the mood. Philippe replies, almost resignedly: Im not asking for permission.