Points 1 and 2: We establish that both people are in love with someone else. Of his power, of his country. Im no Henriette fan, but Im so sorry, no, Philippe did not win the victim sweepstakes in that marriage. There are a few movies I enjoy that are fairly accurate. My loyalty still lays with Philippe as her husband, he has a right to lay claim to his wife. Louis and her smile about it. ? Lot of time on my hands at the momentLULZ. It is clear these two have a long relationship and are not allowing a small (read: large) thing as marriage get in the way. And that is the problem you face, Montcourt. All I could find were negative. No wonder Philippe feels the need to claim what is his. Her husband is openly gay and has no problem flaunting it in the public. 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. You can read more about Henriettas death here. Thanks for your great reviews! Still, Louis suspicions had been aroused and he ordered an autopsy, which was performed by French doctors and witnessed by others sent from England. So to me, this indicates hes still quite scared. Ugh) and oh dear, the Chevalier looks so panicked, so worried by the Ducs appearance is it because he thinks people will start accusing him again of treason? Colbert looks a bit stunned. But lets compare: Henriette is jealous. We are NOT touching her! Philippe finally says. *The only voice, your own. Philippe adds: .or two, perhaps. And he strides off. 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. Like only a brother can. Philippelooks into the fire, whispers, I was so proud of you. I have some questions. The first one we ever played in, says Philippe. 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. ? Brilliant. We now see Philippe asleep. 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)? 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. My sources tell me that sadly, we will have to wait until March 2017 (Yes, NEXT YEAR!!!) Photograph: BBC. Montcourt to Marchal: You are a fool. Louis replies: And you are a MURDERER! Montcourt continues with the wrong man thing, but Louis will have none of it. By this point, Louis had basically forgotten about and gotten over Henriette though this was much to her displeasure and chagrin. Why? This was served to Henriette by her unsuspecting maid. Henriettes liver and intestines were found to be badly corrupted, while her duodenum, gall bladder and the lower portion of her abdomen were filled with evil-smelling bile. (Same with the Chevalier and his jealousy of Philippes wives. Theyve always known. And Philippe says calmly and quietly: There. To bring them over to us. Is he for or against le roi? But gossip is gossip and it was particularly rife and vicious in those days. She finally asks. Ugh. Bontemps is a little freaked: Th-this is highly irregular, your Majesty. But the IDGAF expression on the Queens face is priceless. Fashion. Versailles 2015 - S01E10 - Bring the Garden Here (High MP4) (WEBM) (Aired: 14 Dec. 2015) Duchess Henriette becomes suddenly ill when she returns from a visit to her brother in England. Even Louis at this stage is getting sick of it and announces he is going to war. Quite a few. I thought so but no. If Id been in her shoes, I think Id have given a flat affirmative. I really enjoy your reviews. You did this to her. Louis looks shocked: Brother. Philippe will have none of it: We warned you. 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. But his family and France are divided. It is so interesting to watch, given a discussion I had on Twitter earlier with some fellow fans. Ive said this before in comments. I realise a woman was expected to stay faithful to her husband even while it was acceptable for him to have mistresess (ha! Cassel passes him and bows. Thank you. After all, everything she did was unacceptable at that time for women and it was certainly acceptable to beat a woman, especially if she was a wife, sister or daughter. Henriette says to Philippe: Im sorry. From the bed, Henriette says pitifully, Dont leave me and straight away, we know who that is aimed at. But of course, she wants to know what happened to her mother in exchange for that information. No doubt those in Philippes camp played on that too, to taint Henriette even more (Guiche UGH. Basically he can do what he wants, but she is not allowed to. And even if not, we see what Philippe is capable of when hes in a jealous snit. You went north, I went south and she went west and by the time they righted themselves we found our way down by the mill stream. 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. I think I enjoyed your reviews as much as the show itself. Its just that his anger and upset (and yes, jealousy I think) affects him so much, because its just another way for his brother to control and belittle him, make him less. I will come, says Philippe. Close the doors! The Queen adds: we must put her in the bed. Louis nods; in she goes. In every possible way. .. now, I am not saying that Colbert is implying Philippe poisoned his wife, but it sure sounds like it. the rest will do her good, Bontemps says. What? 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? Yes. How can people not see Rohans calculating glances, his sly little looks? That is exactly what I would be thinking. He advances on Montcourt, who is looking a little shell shocked. Henriette wanted to go!). On the other hand, Ive never doubted for a moment Philippes loyalty to his brother or his love for him. Says you made me marry him. Marchal commands to clear the room, Louis adds: Not you, Montcourt. and the doors are sealed: no one enters. A side-note: On Sophie. Why is this so? Henriette says to Philippe: Im sorry. Therefore, my thoughts are strictly about the characters. Claudine doesnt know how long Henriette has left, but it is her wish to see you both. Also, Henriette has asked to be carried to the garden so that she might be surrounded by her favourite flowers. (Philippes gentle smile is so bittersweet here!) He should be he has not given up either of their names for the part they played in his arrest. It is Louis who victimises Philippe and he does it in every way he can think of. Romantic wouldnt work, but she could become a protge of his. As for Philippe, I cant make out what he is. Menu. Despite being a dab hand at treating people who have been poisoned, the doc announces that she . Louis XIV was born on 5 September 1638 in the Chteau de Saint-Germain-en-Laye, to Louis XIII and Anne of Austria. Your closest confidants told you to look elsewhere! Louis staggers to his feet, Montcourt bleeding out on the floor, and he goes to Marchal, who has collapsed near the fireplace. Such an angry king, and rightly so. Does Henriette mind being used by Louis? Still wouldve loved to read your long comment was it complimentary? Love your delicious commentary, brava! So thats why I believe that the most that Louis felt for Henriette was that he only loved her a little or to some degree but not enough. needless to say, all my writing is copyright to me, so don't be a dick and steal it. I think that if he really loved Henriette that much, he wouldnt have gotten over her so quickly and easily, once they dangled a pretty, young blonde newcomer court lady to distract him. Okay, Im gonna walk you through what I see, so bear with me. When Marchal goes down and Montcourt takes the knife, Louis lunges, some more fighting with Marchal again entering the fray.. and then OMG Marchal is stabbed!!! Montcourt is confused. 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. Is Philippe such a child and so lacking in self-restraint that he cant wait a few extra moments until they, too, were behind closed doors? The camera then cuts to Rohan, drinking and brooding in his room, absently stabbing the table with a knife as he glares at a portrait of Louis-as-a-boy (which is a gorgeous portrait and includes Philippe, apparently in a private collection and attributed to artist Charles Beaubrun. We see Henriette asleep in the bed. Perfectly written line is delivered perfectly by perfect actor. Snake! This is who they truly are in this one moment of grief. Henriette, however, was never robust and often experienced such terrible pains in her side that she would lie on the floor to find respite. Pretty sure he was not the one who did the poisoning thing. Dear Anne, Im guessing I know a fair bit more about rape, the history of rape, the history of rape within marriage and womens rights (and lack thereof) than you realise. Then he calls for the Guards. Point 3: Good question, which is the greater sin? Louis approaches and she wakes. Anything Henriette had done to Philippe, he had done to herand worse. We see this SO MANY TIMES it becomes frustrating and sad. NOT I dont want you to die, (that comes later) she says my problems cannot be solved, you know that. Way to avoid his question. He looks nervous and steps to Cassel, but Cassel rises and bows, along with everyone, as Louis enters. She is used by the king to hurt his brother. Montcourt looks nervous, says he doesnt know what he means. So Louis settles into sleep. Louvois and Marchal agree. The rape thing was upsetting. Then Ep 8 miscarriage scene the painting is no longer on table. The moment stretches and Claudine shakes her head: she will not survive the poison. We see a shot of Philippe and Louis: Philippe is stunned and mega sad. Eg; Louis shuts him (from preventing Henrietta to go to England) up by releasing Chevalier. Point 6: Not her greatest moment, no. For one thing, Anne of Austria, Henriette and the Comtesse de Scissons and even Louis XIV partly himself were in real life all part of a plan to distract the court and other gossip mongers from spreading further lies, gossip, rumors and to provide a cover up for Louis and Henriettes affair which was more of a fling than an actual full fledged affair. And dragging Effiat into it too, for a) being a mignon loyal to the Chevalier, and b) his familys involvement in the Fronde, during Louis XIIIs reign. It unfortunately follows that her absence would weaken you. You see it in Ep3 where he yells where is MY wife? You see it in Ep2 with his angry speech to Louis: do you tell yourself that when you are fucking MY WIFE? In so many subtle ways Philippe is being demeaned by Louis. He is the villain if you are looking for one. We found an old building a sorry shack made of stone and moss. Kill him, then me, and blame it on him. 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. It can be quite shocking to us, but pretty much most children died before adulthood people mourned, mirrors were covered and a service held, but some didnt wait more than a few days before picking themselves up and going off to the next party or ball or soiree. Not so much. Nor can I hold her responsible for the fact that Louis uses her as a weapon against his brother. I think Teresa is being a bit naive re. And for those who love her. Philippe replies ominously: we are all of us in sickness here. After doing an excellent job negotiating an alliance with England against the Dutch (which was then promptly overturned), Henriette returns to Versailles just in time to be poisoned and die in blood-soaked agony. She actually says I could never love you well which does change the context somewhat. Pot, meet kettle. Is that understood? and pushes past them. Colbert tries to push his point when Louis enters. Ita all so quick, and beautifully choreographed. However, I do have a comment to make about your previous post that you believed that Louis loved Henriette, however I dont completely agree with you on this one. What to expect from the future? Basically he can do what he wants, but she is not allowed to. My thoughts on that notorious Henrietta/Philippe scene in episode one is that it is entirely out-of-character for Philippe as we get to know him through the rest of the series. You have never been a man whos true. And even after Louis became tired of Louise, he didnt run back to Henriettes arms either, instead he turned to Montespan who became his next mistress. Henriette wasnt asking the king to hire a hit on Philippe. Louis asks Henriette to spy on her husband and she does not refuse. Thank you, Amy! Her breath falters: Im scared. And the look on Louis and Philippes faces as they both lean in to comfort her *sobs* Philippe says gently: There is nothing to fear. Henriette: How do you know? Philippe: do you remember before you were born? They talk about whats happening Marchal is questioning people, and Sophie was taken in that morning. You sound worse than Montespan and de Clermont sparring over the card-tables! Such a beautiful moment, with Philippe building on their complex relationship, reminding Louis of a more simplistic time. and especially when he proved himself in battle and all of Paris cheered him and adored him. And Philippe is the one who looks tortured, he is the emotional one, while Louis remains stoic. I am really liking Sophies growth as a character, who is, of course, beautiful, but with attitude and a strong backbone, as we are now seeing. And poor Philippe, who is distraught about his wife, its just another snub for him, isnt it? Suffering from digestive problems, she lived on a diet consisting primarily of milk. And she is the only one who knew who prepared Henriettes chicory water. First of all, ladies, stop spewing vitriol. I cant always catch what is being said, particularly if it an aside or a whisper but I know you will tell me . Claudine tries to give her something for the pain but she wont swallow, her throat is closing up. Lovely. At least there is a modicum of decorum. Louis turns in slow-mo, the expression on his face revealing nothing. She stays. Philippe: And so do I.. The Kings son. 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. Similarly, perforation of the gall bladder may have led to an excess of bile leaking into the peritoneum causing the corruption and gangrene reported by her doctors. When King Charles hears that his beloved sister has been poisoned in France, it is only a matter of hours before a declaration of war. Louvois: a war they cannot afford to win. Colbert now counsels Louis on the shift of power should Henriette die: Henriettes very existence strengthens your position. In Paris, says Colbert. It could also be argued that Philippe is relatively powerless, but only where Louis, his older brother and his king, is concerned. He tucks Louis in then gets into his small cot (that looks like a camping bed), fully clothed. In my opinion, I agree with Teresa. Back with Marchal, interrogating Louvois this time. And to Ainee for perspective. Philippe and Louis have all the best monologues and the writing is brilliant, so in character. but the show never uses his name, referring to him only as his title of Chevalier, probably to avoid confusion . King Louis is in a bit of a pickle. 1556332. Is it fair? Either way, she's dead now. In perfect sync. She doesnt want to speak of him. 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. Also, Louiss eyes are wet earlier than you recount, namely in the first shot after she says can you hear the flowers? Louis looks strained, says: I do not regret sending her. Especially as her lover was the king. Her intent is not to hurt Philippe by sleeping with Louis, she simply doesnt care (and I dont blame her). And, more importantly, Henriette NEVER RAPED Philippe. He certainly is darker, more angry and violent than he was in real life. As she said, she was only voicing what they were both thinking. Louis: you are grieving. Philippe shakes his head: I grieve alone. Louis swallows then says: You will marry again. Philippe interjects: I simply want to live. Louis: It is your duty. Philippe hisses: I have had my fill of duty. A subtle yet interesting choice made by production to change the portraits in Henriettes chambers. Its stoic. She is simply besotted with Louis, so in love, that shed do anything he told her to. Or survival. he starts to pace: here comes the lecture. I know historically Philippe did leave Versailles for a time, but season two Louis without Philippe will be interesting because while Louis takes shots at him every chance he gets, at the end of the day Philippe is the only true person around him besides Bontemps. Only honestly acknowledging that Philippes glorious death in battlesomething that would not displease Philippe, himselfwouldnt necessarily break her heart. *Deeeeeep breath* Okay. And Montespan was married too, so in the eyes of the church that was double adultery. As to fiction I found the ones I did read ended up thrown against the wall. then goes into the bedchamber. 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. She was merely being used by the man she was in love with. Even the bouncing hair. But not at the hands of Henriette, who really had little power in the situation. He gets up and leaves, walking through the corridors with a candelabra. 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. Im going to be stalking these recaps in the arduous wait for season two. The two Ms still fight, and Louis approaches, holding the poker. He says quietly: She knew what she had to do. 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. This girl is familiar she was at Henriettes bedside as the princess related the story of her first masked ball to Sophie. Even though Henriette had a history of pains (since 1667) and drank only milk and basically ate nothing (she was considered quite a stick in the fashion of the day, and some historians suggest she suffered from anorexia), the poison theory stuck. Also thanks for your detailed and in depth reviews. Unfortunately, Louis paranoia and selfishness blind him to this. b) To show a glimpse of vulnerability for Henriette because for all her power, she is still the property of her husband and can be treated as such. I have known your website for some time now but hadnt had much time to write a post until now. NOOOOOOO. I blame it all on Louis! Henriette feels nothing for Philippe, he not having put any more effort into endearing himself to her than she to him and he also complicating things for her where Louis is concerned. Yes, she says and does little things that hurt Philippe, but he does the same and muchoh so much!worse to her. Rumourwent that he sent the poison to Effiat in retaliation for Henriette having him banished. ), I think your recaps are wonderful and I enjoy reading them every bit as much as I do watching the programme! Who was that mysterious man in the mask of Apollo who dan. I am a friend. Now she is in a marriage that will never give her any joy with a man she does not love and she should risk displeasing her lover, the king, by rejecting him? Eww. Monsieur de Reynaud is poisoned by an unknown entity. 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? And Bontemps replies: we are all proud of her, Sire. Louis: And now someone is trying to destroy me, by destroying her. Rohan appears: And they will not succeed I came as soon as I could I wish to offer myself to you as your subject and as your friend. UGGGGGH. I was more appalled at Louis seeming lack of concern for his brothers life. Such emotion. Although Lord Montagu accepted this, he had misgivings. . Much later, the courtier Saint-Simon offered his own thoughts. Henriette answered Montagu with a shrug: she did not know. There are times when I will shout (in my head), Just leave this place and run back to England.. Sad to hear well have to wait a year for the next season Are there similar shows to this you could recommend? Because no one knows that Cassel is one of the conspirators (and UGH I dont know WHY the Chevalier just didnt tell Marchal or Louis???) Marchal replies in that cool way of his: we eliminate the suspects. Colbert: eliminating the suspects doesnt mean the same to me as it does to you! Lol. Mike did. Louis is a shit to Philippe. I know times and attitudes were different then, but a person violated still feels violated, whether they are allowed to acknowledge it or not. The characters almost act as it never happened. and to Marchal in his office, interrogating Montcourt. The cost is justified a hundred fold! ..And Philippes face that little sigh, the look he is incredulous. And remember you can also start at the beginning and read my reviews of EpisodesOne, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six,Seven,Eight. BRILLIANT acting. Yes, it was common to talk about marriage that soon! Called it!) the kiss between the Chevalier and Philippe happens after the war, after Philippe has seen Louis bring Henriette to the front. And I see all the little things that Henriette says, her little gestures and actions that bring conflict and sadness to Philippe. Louis was deathly afraid of the more relaxed, popular and fun-loving Monsieur, who gave great parties, was social and everyone wanted to be around. ), (*WTF. It is Louis, and not Henriette, whom I see as the one who does the greatest harm to Philippe. And then down by the promontory. OMG he hits Marchal across the face with the candlestick, Louis lunges, Montcourt throws him off and the King smacks his head on a table. Cultural factors, too, played a part. A European history-geek friend told me about this show yesterday, so I binge watched the entire series. He was brought up and ruled as absolute monarch, and believed for the good of France. In the show Philippe tries time and again to offer his support and love, but is constantly betrayed or rejected (this happened with the historical figures, too. Louis replies how else was I to keep you close. So, he loves Henrietta as a friend, or simply to rival his brother? Hi, So how could you be scared? BRILLIANT acting. It was all out there. You! He points and accusing finger. We defended our position from the Spanish all morning and in honour of your distinguished service. I think the problem with him is that we still miss a decent biography, taking into accounts ALL sources and not only the same, always the same stuff as Saint-Simon and such. Then, as they both walk through the salon (Vaux de Vicomte again) and to the doors, the guards bar their way and Louis enters. Pale and in obvious distress, she was put to bed, but her pains were so severe that she believed she must have been poisoned and asked for an antidote. Cue some fabulous visuals of doors closing, pikes crossing, the golden gates slamming shut and locking. We could never invade the entire world but the world can imagine us as their centre. Now, seeing as sister-in-law wasnt even a thing then, this would be like actually shagging your sister. Ill tell you, though, that, like you, I totally adore Philippe in this series, the actor is great and some King/brother interaction is well done. It was really interesting reading both of your viewpoints. However, lets assume they are both equally dire sins. 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. And yes, the Chevalier does live to quite a ripe old age . 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. Sometimes, truth is stranger than fiction - and other times, period dramas take a little artistic license . Not only did they grow up together but they were first cousins and Louis was a devout Catholic. Women were not allowed to practice medicine at that time and her father clearly disapproves, particularly as she grows more skilled and knowledgable than him.
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