His face may be handsome but now he just reminds me of a ferret. Lets just say, Henriettes jealous behaviour is a far cry less despicable than Philippes.). Charming. 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. We see Henriette asleep in the bed. This is such a clever production team impeccable writing, brilliant cast, sumptuous sets and costumes. They take her hands. 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. He was a noble, he knew the rules.) 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? But to his brother? God knows the wolves might have taken us but what did we know? Who was that mysterious man in the mask of Apollo who dan. Im thinking no. for all of these. Henriette 12 episodes, 2015-2017 Anatole Taubman . The next shot is of Montespan, entering her rooms, where she briefly cries then quickly gains control with a deep breath. I let a wolf back into my barn! Montcourts hand slides to his hip, Marchal sees this (good Chief of Police *pets his pretty head*) and Montcourt still denies, Louis accuses him of poisoning Henriette. I just wanna smash his smug ferret face. Thank you so much for your in depth response to my question. 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. The Kings son. Louis persists. 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? HOW DID THEY DO THAT SO PERFECTLY??? She is in such a tizzy that she barely gives her daughter, Sophie, the. It was all out there. Brilliant writing. Either way, she's dead now. Point 4: This point actually supports my own. It could possibly be the same spot from Ep1, when he confronted the wolf and Philippe rode in to rescue him. But here, now? At least there is a modicum of decorum. Just airing in the U.S. and Im having surgery Friday so I dont know if Ill catch it. Louis drops the poker, approaches Montcourt. Anyway, back to the story. I wonder what theyve got in store for us. Do you even think hed allow her to end things? And for those who love her. Philippe replies ominously: we are all of us in sickness here. Hes not gonna tell him of Rohan outright, is he? Since the first stone was laid in this expansion. *Disclaimer* I do not own any of the audio or footage included in this. And even if not, we see what Philippe is capable of when hes in a jealous snit. However there is a new addition, a large portrait of Louis now hanging on wall near the door (replacing a previous smaller ND painting of flowers). And suddenly Marchal has his ah-HA moment. There could have been some anger involved without resorting to rape. I look forward to reading your reviews on the next series, when it comes out. Eww. Henriette, however, happens to be in love with the king and, more importantly, it seems he with her. oh sorry, wrong show). Maybe that is where she got the poison she used on Fabien? He remembers too. I also read your discussion between yourself and Teresa about episode 10. There was an attempt on her life before. He was named Louis Dieudonn (Louis the God-given) and bore the traditional title of French heirs apparent: Dauphin . He is genuinely happy to see the Chevalier and shows it. Your closest confidants told you to look elsewhere! Snake! The final review of the finaleof Versailles. Wow. Plus he told Louis he didnt recognise the sender of the notes which is technically true. Of course not. See above comments about Henriettes powerlessness as a woman. He deserves a truly powerful, unpredictable, fun, intoxicating woman who pulls the rug from under him, and he enjoys it. No. The best visual of the whole episode. Keeps your brothers power in check and offers a direct connection to England. Thank you for the recaps, I am with you on all things you write about Monsieur Marchal, he is everything! The Henriette thing is just one more on the heaping pile of shit. Nup. I think we see fairly good evidence in episode 7 that not only does Philippe support his brother, but that he is honestly frightened of the idea of running the country and has no desire to take his brothers place (his anger at being overlooked for the regency is more due to his hurt that no one supports him or takes him seriouslyhis experience all his life). Youre brought up, its your duty. 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. You, me, Henriette. Louis continues to yell: because without me this country will consume itself in nobles squabbles. He paces. Oh, Lord receive me she softly says, opens her eyes can you hear that? Ridicule. I do think it is out-of-character for the Philippe we know and love on the show, not just historically inaccurate, to force himself on her. Cue some fabulous visuals of doors closing, pikes crossing, the golden gates slamming shut and locking. Now that *would* be naive. again, another shagging time between Henriette and Louis, when Louis friends have been murdered and she mentions the fact she was jealous of the dead woman. The characters almost act as it never happened. I very much enjoyed reading them and especially liked your additional facts about the historical events and figures. Still wouldve loved to read your long comment was it complimentary? 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. He rolls in bed, his cheek on a bloodied pillow, and suddenly wakes, realises what it is and follows the trail to Louis bedchamber. It was really interesting reading both of your viewpoints. Versailles - Stagione 3 Episodio 10. It is a controlled grief. But Louis, he just wanted her close, and so married her to his brother. SYNC. And then down by the promontory. I blame it all on Louis! The first time we see Philippe is with his lover. Colbert: You believe her highness is poisoned? Marchal replies cryptically: I believe. Season Two Mike and the last of Rohans men are massacred in a last stand by the musketeers, led by Fabien Marchal. Philippe and Henriette are quite possibly the two people Louis loves most, and yet he uses and hurts them both repeatedly to get what he wants and because he is paranoid about his brother. Aaaaaand now. It is my experience that it is only those closest to a man that can inflict the greatest pain. Philippe looks up to Louis with wet puppy eyes, Louis looks at Philippe, his all flinty and hard. As she made her last confession, the English ambassador, Lord Montagu, asked Henriette if she believed she had been poisoned. Louis: And that makes you a liar.. Josephine Wilkinson is an academic and author. 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!. Louis walks in and replies: because I ask him to do so. Ahhhhh-HA! I do. Last scene, with Louis silent and stoic, standing on a stone that overlooks a glorious view of the forest with Versailles in the distance. A hundred years ago. 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. PERFECT. *That should have read historical figures not historical characters! 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. Guilt often manifests itself in an outward show of rage. Her cheeriness disguised the fact that she was unwell. Although Lord Montagu accepted this, he had misgivings. 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. Philippe is jealous. A fabulous shot of Versailles under construction and we are back inside, in Louis' chambers conducting business. As for Philippe, I cant make out what he is. Louis and her smile about it. Louis paranoia about his little brother is completely unfounded. How can you be scared? (sweet Philippe!) What a pain! And even after watching both seasons 1 and 2 of Versailles, I wouldnt say that he loved her a lot but on the show it was to a certain degree. They fear she might have been poisoned, so King Louis XIV shuts all access To Versailles. They are singing. Minor detail maybe, but not sure if that doesnt change the meaning of the next bit somewhat? So, he loves Henrietta as a friend, or simply to rival his brother? Music. I was merely pointing out how such treatment of his wife would hardly help warm her feelings towards him. There are times when I will shout (in my head), Just leave this place and run back to England.. He gets up and leaves, walking through the corridors with a candelabra. Montcourt denies it: No, Sire. Yet another possibility is that she had a duodenal ulcer which burst, leading to peritonitis. We now join Rohan with the Dauphin, riding out with the Kings Guard. There is your music.. Another possibility is that Henriette suffered from anorexia nervosa, which is often characterised by increasing frailty and hyperactivity; the summer of 1670 had been particularly hot and Henriette would swim in the river; unable to sleep, she walked in the gardens at night. Not so much. But his family and France are divided. It was Season 1. 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. He has poisoned all of them. 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. In this respect, they are both on fairly equal footing. Hi Laura! 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. Philippe was the one in strident dissent! I was never a fan of the character of Henriette, I just cant see how she wronged Philippe more than he did her. We see this SO MANY TIMES it becomes frustrating and sad. Is there anything more beautiful than the scent of blossom in the air? Henriette gets out softly. He genuinely believes Philppe is a potential threat. By this point, Louis had basically forgotten about and gotten over Henriette though this was much to her displeasure and chagrin. Much later, the courtier Saint-Simon offered his own thoughts. Then Montcourt, the sly little worm, implies that Marchal will cop shit if Henriette dies and no culprit is found, and that Marchals judgement is lacking due to the whole de Clermont thing. ), Back to Louis outside his bed chamber, where Henriettes screams of pain can be heard. Philippe replies, almost resignedly: Im not asking for permission. It INFURIATED Louis), 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.. she was the one who found it, actually. but it would cause her too much pain. You can ask to reproduce it, though - just contact me. That doesnt mean a woman would feel affection for her abuser. Montcourt is confused. Rohan slits the other guards throat, watches from a distance as the young prince has a sack put over his head then bundled off. Henriette is just one more thing Louis takes from Philippe. Do you honestly think that just because certain abusesatrocities, evenwere acceptable, that those on the receiving end didnt feel anger, pain, violation, etc. She is currently working on a biography of Louis XIV. UGH. What a total prick ). Then he says I pay you to spy on others, not on me. . Louis looks strained, says: I do not regret sending her. Basically he can do what he wants, but she is not allowed to. The state is a person. He says quietly: She knew what she had to do. Spooks), it was no surprise when this drama arrived with a hearty dollop of sex, violence, tension, and intrigue. You did this to her. Louis looks shocked: Brother. Philippe will have none of it: We warned you. The rape thing was upsetting. 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. She is only ever Louis sweet, nubile mistress or Philippes overlooked wife, never her own person, she isnt seductive and outgoing like Montespan or scheming like de Clermont or genuinely sweet with a backbone like Sophie, shes just a soft-spoken waif who huffs when she doesnt get her way, cries when shes put in a difficult position, doesnt seem that clever but knows exactly where to strike thatll heart the worst mentioning Francoise Parthenay when Louis has refused to talk about the Chevalier, for one. Or because she cant look him in the eye and admit it? We cut to the forest, to the two Kings Guards in their blue livery, leaning by a tree as Rohan and little Louis still mock fight. The sudden onset of Henriettes illness, the severe pain and the short time between the onset of her symptoms and her death suggested to her contemporaries that she had been poisoned. A letter from the King of Sweden has arrived, telling Louis he has agreed to break his alliance with the Dutch and support the French. Get him out! Henriette cries. Not Marchal! Rohan. Bontemps is still confused: you told us Montcourt was to blame. How can he be so sure? Is Philippe a victim? At least thats always been his excuse. (aaaand check out the looks on Louis and Bontemps faces as I randomly paused right here. And she was having an affair with the Comte de Guiche. OMG!). Claudine and Philippe converse, with Claudine saying she feels they are not through the worst. In which case, I dont blame her one bit! Her father was King Charles I of England, her mother the youngest daughter of Henry IV of France and Marie de' Medici. 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). I just found out your site and I must congratulate you for your beautifully written reviews. Henriette wasnt asking the king to hire a hit on Philippe. And poor Philippe, who is distraught about his wife, its just another snub for him, isnt it?
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