Anything Henriette had done to Philippe, he had done to herand worse. We are NOT touching her! Philippe finally says. Louis is calm but angry: then you set yourself against me. Philippe pauses, looks incredibly sad for a moment, then briefly nods. There are times when I will shout (in my head), Just leave this place and run back to England.. Looking forward to Season 2!! Her mother (a french princess) is dead, and shes alone, probably the only English in the palace. Thank you so much for your in depth response to my question. Jules! UGH. Marchal commands to clear the room, Louis adds: Not you, Montcourt. and the doors are sealed: no one enters. Louis: And that makes you a liar.. Points 1 and 2: We establish that both people are in love with someone else. Inside Versailles Henriette Sister of King Charles II of England, Henriette - known as Madame - is the wife of Philippe and the mistress of King Louis. but the show never uses his name, referring to him only as his title of Chevalier, probably to avoid confusion . This is Louis in control, in power, and he delivers a malevolent, threatening banter that is fabulous to see. Henriette screams and they both surge to the door then suddenly stop. Im merely suggesting you might save some time. Marchal persists, pointing out that Louvois always disagrees frequently and loudly with the Kings decisions. Such was the hygiene of 17th century France. Would you villify a slave because he hated his master or ran away simply because slavery was accepted at that time and slaves (much like women, little difference there) were considered nothing more than the property of their masters to do with as they please (again, just as a woman was to her husband)? then goes into the bedchamber. UGH, technology! I love it). Eww. At some stage, Musket Mike (the masked man) is outed as a Kings guard. *Deeeeeep breath* Okay. And remember you can also start at the beginning and read my reviews of EpisodesOne, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six,Seven,Eight. I realise that you are not a fan of the historical figure but I am speaking strictly of the character. Her cheeriness disguised the fact that she was unwell. 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. but it would cause her too much pain. Desire for glory. Yes, it was the thinking of that time but wouldnt that make her a victim of circumstances, rather to be pitied than villified? Lot of time on my hands at the momentLULZ. Thanks for the correction I listened to that audio over and over but couldnt quite get the last word! Philippe turns to the guards, stands patiently at the crossed pikes as Louis stares at his back. Marchal is still ordering: Get his Majesty to safety, at once! His guards rush in to remove him, they scuffle and Louis yells: get your hands off me! Aaaaaand there we have the end of the episode and the end of Season One. We were taking the air with our governess when we made a break for freedom. 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. He was shut out of his mothers (Anne of Austria) last moments, while Philippe was in attendance, where, despite her appalling treatment of her second son, he openly wept and grieved. We now see Philippe, so resigned, with tears down his cheeks, then Louis with a no, this is NOT happening. look on his face, eyes still dry. Philippe had a relationship with the man he loved while Henriette continued to sleep with the man she loved. . We begged you. It is a controlled grief. Wow that was odd. P.S. UGH D: Hi Jules, I have thoroughly enjoyed reading your reviews as much as I have enjoyed watching Versailles. fantastic bog! Seems likely in the show (historically, this is not so the case at all). What to expect from the future? And laudanum as a sedative was much used at the time. But his treatment of her does make me think, rather than an actual person, the writers have quite subtly used her as a tool: she is the only person Philippe can take his frustrations out on he knows she loves Louis, and at that point Louis is still very much in love with her Philippe knows this, and punishes Louis the only way he can, but punishing his mistress. And Rohan chuckles and I well. We stake our claim or we are ploughed into the field. Now, if she had been his second cousin, and never saw each other until she married his brother, then I can maybe see them having an affair. Point 5: Ah, Henriettes remark about Philippes glorious death in battle. Versailles 1x10 - Henrietta is poisoned - YouTube Louis drops the poker, approaches Montcourt. Cue some fabulous visuals of doors closing, pikes crossing, the golden gates slamming shut and locking. It was Season 1. He is always the king, while Philippe gives his emotions (somewhat) free rein. Louis meanwhile, is disorientated (and by this time I am wondering where the guards are with all this noise, despite Marchal telling them not to disturb them). It is clear these two have a long relationship and are not allowing a small (read: large) thing as marriage get in the way. Okay, is Louvois just being a dick? It happened so fast, but did Fabien Marshal shoot Charlotte Parthanay, and if so, why? Ah, but not so devout that Louis followed all the teachings. First off, let me preface my response with the qualifier that I know very little about the historical figures on which these characters are based. His grip tightens on the poker, even as Montcourt looks actually shocked at that accusation. Yet how much pain are you willing to endure before you get what you want? Marchal, his shirt now stained with his wound, stumbles into the antechamber, to Bontemps and says: Listen to me. many things. Louis looks at him as he goes on: I believe this palace is a symbol of our king. He looks nervous and steps to Cassel, but Cassel rises and bows, along with everyone, as Louis enters. She rises and silently leaves, then more people walk in to pay their respects the Chevalier included. Therefore, my thoughts are strictly about the characters. *That should have read historical figures not historical characters! needless to say, all my writing is copyright to me, so don't be a dick and steal it. Duchess Henriette becomes suddenly ill when she returns from a visit to her brother in England. Next morning and Louis opens the shutters on a sleeping Montespan (aside here: Louis has a habit of walking in on people sleeping or in a state of undress. 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. A begrudging father/daughter mentor role, and she eventually warms him up a bit? Versailles (TV Series 2015-2018) - Full Cast & Crew - IMDb Nothing. Is he justified in his behaviour towards her? Mike did. Montcourt turns and quickly leaves. Ridicule. He has poisoned all of them. BRILLIANT acting. Close the doors! The Queen adds: we must put her in the bed. Louis nods; in she goes. I have some questions. He is beyond selfish and his cruel behaviour is at the root of all of their misery. Do you even think hed allow her to end things? 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. My bed your last stop before retiring. This scene is barely seconds long, but oh, so telling as to her character. I just wanted to tell you that I enjoy your reviews and will keep reading them through saison 2. <3 <3 I love the outfit on the fashion doll that we see when Philippe and Lorraine flounce into the salon full of cloth and trinkets, and later we see that same coat on Philippe as they stroll the gardens :), Your email address will not be published. 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. And Louis weeps. He goes on to make threats and trouble for her. Back with the sick princess and Claudine is fiddling with potions while Henriette writhes and vomits blood. Are there more shows you will review? Quite a few. This is who they truly are in this one moment of grief. But for that one unforgivable act, I could have felt real sympathy for that walking, talking mess of dysfunction. The French musical Le Roi Soleil is always great to watch. In any case, Philippe is Louis victim but definitely NOT Henriettes. Lord. 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. Philippe was the one in strident dissent! oh sorry, wrong show). But I also know that their greatest plan has yet to show itself. the camera pans to Louis, Colbert, Louvois (clearly worried, as he should be), who says, but what if shes merely ill? Marchal: then your appetite will be merely inconvenienced, Louvois. Bontemps appears. Why should we fault Henriette for not ending her incestuous relationship with her brother-in-law, the king, but Philippe can be forgiven for continuing his homosexual relationship with the Chevalier? And c) to show the resentment Philippe has for his wife, a woman whom he has to share with his brother, and he cannot do a damn thing about it. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. We are back at the sickbed, where Henriette sleeps and Montespan silently weeps at the bed. He rolls in bed, his cheek on a bloodied pillow, and suddenly wakes, realises what it is and follows the trail to Louis bedchamber. I must be poisoned! so Philippe ordered her dog to be fed the water. Is it any wonder she couldnt work up any concern over the possibility that her rapist might die in battle? While your character and scene analyses tend to differ quite a bit from my own (perhaps because of that?? UGH D:. Anne, Hi Jules haha that last message should have ended (I agree with you on all POINTS) not pints . The king himself suspected that Henrietta might have been poisoned and ordered an autopsy to be carried out. He says quietly: She knew what she had to do. : . Henriette of England | Versailles Wiki | Fandom Moreover, we cant fault her anymore for continuing her relationship with Louis (as if she would have had the power to end it anyway) than we can Philippe for continuing his with the Chevalier. Versailles - Louis/Philippe/Henriette - Her Last Ball - YouTube ? Brilliant. Philippe and Louis have all the best monologues and the writing is brilliant, so in character. Admittedly, its in the middle of a shag, when she is distracted, but still. Two steps behind him, as protocol dictates, is the Chevalier. NOOOOOOO. My loyalty still lays with Philippe as her husband, he has a right to lay claim to his wife. I am sobbing. Henriette portrayed by Pierre Mignard, 17th century, Henriette, Duchesse d'Orlans, the sister-in-law of Louis XIV, took a drink of her usual chicory water and immediately clutched her side, crying out in pain. for all of these. VERSAILLES TV Drama on BBC2: The Real History Behind The Show - Greg Jenner Louis is greeted by Bontemps in his chambers, who enquires about Henriettes health. I really like him as a character, even though he tortures people. A day later, I was hooked. Because the whole world gave you counsel. Louis stares out the window in the antechamber, servants bring in food, but Marchal suspects poisoning and sends it back until its safety can be confirmed. *Disclaimer* I do not own any of the audio or footage included in this. Henriette is viewed as property. She finally asks. At a Mass said for her soul, Bishop Bossuet conveyed the sense of shock at her sudden death: Oh, disastrous night; oh, dreadful night, in which resounded like a clap of thunder the unbelievable words Madame is dying Madame is dead!. elisabetta, oopsI should say figure, not charactersorry, english is not my first language . Back to Henriette, who is now laid out on a bed, hair done, powdered and dressed in her finest gown. He was named Louis Dieudonn (Louis the God-given) and bore the traditional title of French heirs apparent: Dauphin . Only Versailles is now about as sexy as Robot Wars. Princess Henriette was born on 16 June 1644, on the eve of the Second Battle of Newbury during the Civil War, at Bedford House in Exeter, a seat of William Russell, 5th Earl of Bedford (1613-1700), who had recently returned to the Royalist side. Louis approaches and she wakes. In Versailles, Madame de Clermont is running round like a blue-arsed fly having discovered that her poison has gone missing. Louvois and Marchal agree. Aaaaaand now. Youre brought up, its your duty. 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. They fear she might have been poisoned, so King Louis XIV shuts all access To Versailles. Henriette 12 episodes, 2015-2017 Anatole Taubman . Who seeks to harm Henriette? Since the first stone was laid in this expansion. 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. Is she a villain for this because of the thinking of the day? Merci! Toodles. Louis stands outside: her life is in your hands, he says ominously. 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. At the time of his birth, his parents had been married for 23 years. Basically he can do what he wants, but she is not allowed to. And it is on. The writers could have written a scenario where Henriette willingly sleeps with Phillipe to make Louis jealous and to provide in an explanation in the event she becomes pregnant. I will also add that while Louis uses her to hurt Philippe in a very deliberate and calculated manner, I dont believe that is Henriettes intent at all. The rape scene was repugnant and Phillipes actions were out of character with the Phillipe we saw in the rest of the season. They could not be more different in this moment. *insert sound of breaking heart here*. There is your music.. Then Ep 8 miscarriage scene the painting is no longer on table. Duchess Henriette becomes suddenly ill when she returns from a visit to her brother in England. When an autopsy was done (observed by 17 French doctors, two English physicians, the British ambassador and around 100 other onlookers) death was deemed to be from cholera morbus (gastroenteritis) caused by heated bile. The poor Chevalier, accused when he wasnt even there! Bontemps is a little freaked: Th-this is highly irregular, your Majesty. But the IDGAF expression on the Queens face is priceless. And in 1671 during Louis three day visit to the Prince de Conds Chteau de Chantilly, the Master of Festivities and Pleasures Franois Vatel killed himself over the late delivery of fish, and Louis was quickly hustled away (as shown in the wonderful 2000 Gerard Depardieu movie, Vatel)), So we see Claudine striding to the bedchamber but her way is barred. And then Marchal throws Montcourts words back at him: and when we are the Kings enemy, we must make him believe we are his friend, right? Yessss. And who can blame her? Is there anything more beautiful than the scent of blossom in the air? Henriette gets out softly. Philippe raping his wife. Now, seeing as sister-in-law wasnt even a thing then, this would be like actually shagging your sister. I neglected to include the phrase in my opinion. Poisoned? and Nine. Apparently de Clermont gave Marchal the names of the conspirators against the king, and all the names of those who shared her allegiance. The only protection offered is by Louis. Today you get the chance to kill a king! While hes saying this, Marchal behind them is taking out a knife, and suddenly he slides it across the floor, and Louis picks it up, and Montcourt lunges another candlestick is involved.. OMG And then Louis grabs Montcourt from behind and sinks the knife into him! It was just how it was. Noemie Schmidt: Yes, totally stuck. You really point out a lot of details one might miss when watching the episodes for the first time. Finally, a scene with the Chevalier!!! The Chevalier is still silent, still focused on Henriette. And yes, the Chevalier does live to quite a ripe old age . Your email address will not be published. They are singing. Minor detail maybe, but not sure if that doesnt change the meaning of the next bit somewhat? The Henriette thing is just one more on the heaping pile of shit. We see a lovely shot of Versailles outside, then cut to the Kings bedchamber, where the flowers and hedges are neatly arranged around to the bed. 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. Her confessor, however, urged her to accuse no one but to make her death an offering to God. Im no Henriette fan, but Im so sorry, no, Philippe did not win the victim sweepstakes in that marriage. My loyalty still lays with Philippe as her husband, he has a right to lay claim to his wife. After their conversation about stealing Philippes glory and the fact that Louis never liked sharing. I am a friend. How accurate is Netflix Versailles? 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? Henriette, Duchesse dOrlans, the sister-in-law of Louis XIV, took a drink of her usual chicory water and immediately clutched her side, crying out in pain. And she was having an affair with the Comte de Guiche. I wonder what theyve got in store for us. To bring them over to us. Louis turns in slow-mo, the expression on his face revealing nothing.
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