Obviously he loves Chevalier. I dont know how others look at Henriettas character, but to me, shes just trying to survive and continue loving the man she loves, which is Louis. thank you.. We awarded it to you for bravery. We are back at the sickbed, where Henriette sleeps and Montespan silently weeps at the bed. The camera pans up to show the Queen on her knees in prayer, then a select few further back (I see Colbert, Louvois, Montespan, Sophie, Cassel). Marchal, his shirt now stained with his wound, stumbles into the antechamber, to Bontemps and says: Listen to me. The three remaining lived to be 59, 49 and 68. I realise a woman was expected to stay faithful to her husband even while it was acceptable for him to have mistresess (ha! 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. Lot of time on my hands at the momentLULZ. He goes on to make threats and trouble for her. Philippe is jealous. John Clare 191 subscribers Henrietta of England, Duchess of Orlans rushes to Louis XIV's chambers after being poisoned. And silently walks to the window. As Mme de Svign wrote: She was taken ill and died within eight hours, and we have lost with her all the joy, all the charm and all the pleasures of the Court. He had mistresses, for example. What shall I do! Later on, we see the portrait back in Louiss chamber Now this is fascinating. Another grabs him, covers his mouth, and more appear to shoot a guard. Poisoned? Queen Marie-Thrse noted that everyone was talking about Henriettes death and the manner of it. In Versailles, Madame de Clermont is running round like a blue-arsed fly having discovered that her poison has gone missing. Bontemps wants to move her she cannot stay in the Kings bed. but Claudine says she cannot be moved. A begrudging father/daughter mentor role, and she eventually warms him up a bit? Only Versailles is now about as sexy as Robot Wars. I do. Marchal picks up the dropped knife and lunges and he and Montcourt trade a few blows, with Marchal blocking then delivering a punch. They talk about whats happening Marchal is questioning people, and Sophie was taken in that morning. So to me, this indicates hes still quite scared. And Philippe says calmly and quietly: There. He was a noble, he knew the rules.) And we came here for a visit. Im guessing they were pretty equal. Here it is, mes amis! Do you honestly think that just because certain abusesatrocities, evenwere acceptable, that those on the receiving end didnt feel anger, pain, violation, etc. Ridicule. They take her hands. King Louis is in a bit of a pickle. I just found out your site and I must congratulate you for your beautifully written reviews. Both felt neglected by the other. They exchange silent looks for a moment, then Philippe says quietly, Do you remember our fort?. Director Daniel Roby Writers Simon Mirren David Wolstencroft Stars George Blagden Alexander Vlahos Tygh Runyan See production, box office & company info He gets up and leaves, walking through the corridors with a candelabra. Philippe turns to the guards, stands patiently at the crossed pikes as Louis stares at his back. That doesnt mean a woman would feel affection for her abuser. I especially like the pairing of her and Marchal. Poor Philippe is helpless do something, woman! She has to find the source, which means poking about on Henriettes body, causing agony with every poke. Is it fair? yet so satisfying to watch because.. yeah. We see about ten hooded figures, along with the Unmasked Man whom Rohan freed from jail. Gladly. Louis is disbelieving: And sacrifice your future to see me suffer? Philippe glances around the salon then says: What does a King know of sacrifice?, Louis cant believe it. Mike did. Henriette says to Philippe: Im sorry. I also saw the subtle ways in which Henriette (and Louis) talked about him, how they wished he was not there. The rape thing was upsetting. YAAAAAY! He certainly is darker, more angry and violent than he was in real life. Anne, Hi Jules haha that last message should have ended (I agree with you on all POINTS) not pints . Henriette is restrained by Philippe, the Queen and Bontemps, and Philippe is clearly suffering as he listens to his wife muffling her screams. Louis. Check Ovation for times and how you can watch Ovation in your area. The Angelique series of movies from the 60s are highly camp, and put Philippe in a terrible light, but they are funny. Montcourt pauses its clear he recognises Rohans voice. A fabulous shot of Versailles under construction and we are back inside, in Louis' chambers conducting business. 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.. Louis and Philippe approach the bed, to the dying Henriette who looks really bad. Henriette of England died in Saint-Cloud, not in Versailles. Its emotionless. 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). Henriette has become seriously ill, it might be poison and she is the sister of the King of England. for Season 2. 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. She is later arrested as the poisoner as her son is released, but ridiculed from court. Henriette screams and they both surge to the door then suddenly stop. Dieu. And Louis is still on a roll, caught up in his speech about grandeur and nobility and the endurance of a legacy: .the song we sing here, brother, I mean it to be played forever. And suddenly, as he stares at Philippe, his face alight with the emotion of a true believer, the cries of Henriette are heard. The Mysterious Death of Henriette, Duchesse dOrlans, Toad Testicles, Foul-Beard and Broad-Arse. Point 3: Good question, which is the greater sin? Still with the playing of games, the half-truth words. 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. Also, his relationship with his brother was much less complicated than we see in this show, Philippe was a very simple person when it came to feelings, he was affectionate and friendly. Thank you, Amy! I have known your website for some time now but hadnt had much time to write a post until now. Finally, the king weeps for his love, when he is alone. Hold onto this moment, I told you. We defended our position from the Spanish all morning and in honour of your distinguished service. Art. Exactly. He weeps for the loss and I am sure he also weeps for the helplessness he must now feel, a man so powerful and commanding, who rules a country and its people a true King and yet, still unable to save her. And poor Philippe, who is distraught about his wife, its just another snub for him, isnt it? 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. A page for describing Characters: Versailles. Finally, a scene with the Chevalier!!! Montcourt looks nervous, says he doesnt know what he means. It was total and raw and real and I wept long and bitter tears for him. Lord. The Henriette thing is just one more on the heaping pile of shit. We will never know if Louis and Henriette ever did consummate their attraction, but the gossip of the time most definitely swayed in that direction. I cannot permit it, he says. 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? But Montespan kind of brushes it off with, Yes, I would do the same. She is hurt, nonetheless. And suddenly Philippe is the calm one, says gently, brother and the look on his face, as the tears trickle gently down his cheeks the quiet sadness as Louis stares at him, then his realisation that this is it. Let me know when the doctor arrives, Louis says, and leaves. Something must be done! Louis demands and now NOW he is looking scared, helpless and not at all like the King. . (Historical note: this happened and wasnt at all odd) The door suddenly opens, the Queenis standing there. Gaston de Foix was arrested and tortured as the potential poisoner by Fabien. UGH D:. Philippe strides in slow-mo through the corridors, arms swinging, hair bouncing, coat swaying and with a tight, determined expression on his face. Im genuinely having real trouble understanding your position here. 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. It is one or the other. Philippe replies calmly: You acted out of pride. his majesty knew this day would come. Our dear Henriette. 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. I also cannot figure out why Louis and others speak freely in front of the guards when even they are unsure of their loyalty.. 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. Thatd do it. The next shot is of Montespan, entering her rooms, where she briefly cries then quickly gains control with a deep breath. Love your delicious commentary, brava! Philippe was the one in strident dissent! People lived for it, and reputations and lives could be ruined with one well-placed rumour. 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. did the male medicin drink the vial of poison accidentally or on purpose? 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. 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. And one day, brother, one day they will. He tucks Louis in then gets into his small cot (that looks like a camping bed), fully clothed. Duchess Henriette becomes suddenly ill when she returns from a visit to her brother in England. Feel free to comment if any details are wrong. At least there is a modicum of decorum. HOW DID THEY DO THAT SO PERFECTLY??? Neither of them showed much interest or affection for the other, both clearly preferring their lovers. Nice one, Montcourt. But to his brother? Seems likely in the show (historically, this is not so the case at all). It is so reflective of the dilemma she has created for herself. Mainly wanted to know about Chevalier after last weeks tearful declaration of love. At the time of her death, it was widely believed that Henrietta had been poisoned and the prime suspects were her husband, Philippe and/or his lover, the Chevalier de Lorraine. Just airing in the U.S. and Im having surgery Friday so I dont know if Ill catch it. The rape scene was repugnant and Phillipes actions were out of character with the Phillipe we saw in the rest of the season. Your closest confidants told you to look elsewhere! Romantic wouldnt work, but she could become a protge of his. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I am a friend. UHGGH. I thought so but no. 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! Im genuinely curious to know why you consider Philippe the victim and Henriette the traitor in that relationship. Now that *would* be naive. Colbert looks a bit stunned. Why is this so? Ive mentioned before that his intimate interactions with women in the show are used as a form of punishment towards those who have hurt him Louis (with Louise and Henriette) and the Chevalier (with the maid). The first time we see Philippe is with his lover. Absolutely enjoyed your recap of the finale. , Question, did real Louis also love Henriette, or was it unrequited? Im merely suggesting you might save some time. Marchal persists, pointing out that Louvois always disagrees frequently and loudly with the Kings decisions. King Louis XIV (George Blagden, left) and Henriette (Nomie Schmidt) arrive at "Versailles" in the Ovation series. Henriette is viewed as property. However, the bible does say something about a man being expected to marry his brothers widow. Snake! Oh, and she was the one who prepared Henriettes tea. 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. Youre brought up, its your duty. In Ep 3, I believe this is the first time we see the painting, it is in Louiss chambers, to the left of the fireplace on an easel on the floor. Philippe is clearly shocked and my heart is just going HHHHHHHGGGGNNNNN. . The writers do it over and over again, in tiny little ways that is infuriating (Philippe with his sad puppy eyes Nooooo!) Oh, Louis most definitely would choose France over his brother. I am looking at her now. What a pain! Especially in S1, I got the feeling that they gave a lot of Lorraines personality traits/reactions/behaviour to Philippe. He deserves a truly powerful, unpredictable, fun, intoxicating woman who pulls the rug from under him, and he enjoys it. He sent poison to Paris, where it passed through several hands before ending up in the jug containing the chicory water. 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. 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. Thanks for the correction I listened to that audio over and over but couldnt quite get the last word! And that is the problem you face, Montcourt. 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. Called it!) And it certainly wasnt the unwavering, steadfast, loyal or constant love that one would most want from a beloved one. Desire for glory. Louis wakes to the sight of Henriette, blood down her gown and from her mouth, saying help me please. Even gravely ill, she still choses Louis over her husband. Henriette mentions the issues she has with the Chevalier. All of these things have the power to change a nation from within. Henriette is Philippes wife, his property, his to do with as he wishes. Brilliant writing. Her intent is not to hurt Philippe by sleeping with Louis, she simply doesnt care (and I dont blame her). In this respect, they are both on fairly equal footing. So Louis settles into sleep. Especially as her lover was the king. It could also be argued that Philippe is relatively powerless, but only where Louis, his older brother and his king, is concerned. We see him silent and sombre, a blank expression on his face. I neglected to include the phrase in my opinion. It was really interesting reading both of your viewpoints. Toodles. Marchal: The King once told me, he warned me quite clearly that his enemies would seek to destroy those closest to him. and to Marchal in his office, interrogating Montcourt. We see his offer to help refused time and time again. Rohan. Bontemps is still confused: you told us Montcourt was to blame. How can he be so sure? Noemie Schmidt: Yes, totally stuck. Claudine confirms: We have no choice. The episode starts in Madame de Montespans bed, with Louis awake and staring at the ceiling. he is troubled, hearing Montcourts whispers in his head: When we are the kings enemy, we must make him believe we are his friend. and so on. So anyways, off we go. Episodio 10. The writers want us to think that evrry time they had kids, he had to rape her? Montcourt tried to tell me the same. And just like that, the light dims in his eyes, his face twists and his zealotry is gone. This girl is familiar she was at Henriettes bedside as the princess related the story of her first masked ball to Sophie. Speculation that Henriette had been poisoned began straight away. Philippe, despite their mutual loathing, was upset and distraught, so suspicion then fell to the absent Chevalier de Lorraine, who at the time was still in exile in Rome. 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. Which one? Louis asks. Arguably, as a man, it was within Philippes power to end his relationship easily enough whereas Henriette, a woman, would very possibly not have had that same power. (Historical note: mistresses were in competition with each other all the time, poison was effective and the murderer didnt have to deal with the messiness. We establish right from the start that she has no powershe was forced to marry a man she did not want because the king wants to keep her close. Louis looks mega pissed. Grrrr well Im not writing all that over again. Louis looks strained, says: I do not regret sending her. Then he turns and suddenly a Man In a Mask is standing there. (Same with the Chevalier and his jealousy of Philippes wives. Who was that mysterious man in the mask of Apollo who dan. 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. apparently it is still not safe. 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. We see a quick shot of Montcourts body being dumped from a cart into the muddy swampiness, to join other rotting, decaying bodies. Claudine tries to give her something for the pain but she wont swallow, her throat is closing up. He takes her hand and closes his eyes and for a moment he is vulnerable. Your email address will not be published. No one leaves. So Louis sequesters the palace. I do like that though they have their disagreements, Bontemp genuinely respects Fabien, and despite his anger, I think Louis does too. And Louis, who is being so totally duped, is convinced by Rohan to take his son, the Dauphin, out to ride, so he is far away from the cries of pain. *IMAGERY KLAXON*, Next scene Marchal is riding furiously through the forest , no mood music, no sound, and he then bursts into Rohans rooms with guards, only to find the servant Marie on the floor, her wrist slashed with a knife. There is, replies Louis. 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. The two are not mutally exclusive. She coudnt have said no if shed wanted to. In the case of Versailles, Do you see them now? 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? And I see all the little things that Henriette says, her little gestures and actions that bring conflict and sadness to Philippe. 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. but it would cause her too much pain. My apartment has no pisspot and I do hate to urinate in the stairwells. The Chevalier: Never stopped you before. (teeheehee) They are interrupted by the Duc de Cassel (who is looking even rougher and more filthy than usual. I was highly frustrated with the artistic liberties the authors took, and some just pretty much made up shit, totally contrary to history . Both of them were in love with other people when they were forced to marry and they both were aware of that. She actually says I could never love you well which does change the context somewhat. I really like him as a character, even though he tortures people. Philippe and Louis have all the best monologues and the writing is brilliant, so in character. You mentioned the Charles Beaubrun painting of Louis & Philippewell I was noticing how this stunning piece travels around the palace in season one. I could never love you morewell. And Philippe replies gently: You did the best you could. Tears now from Henriette: how handsome you both are. And now we are in the last throes of her last moments it hurts and she cannot breathe, they move the pillow. 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. Philippe is no more vulnerable to the hurt and damage done to him than she is to the hurt and damage done to her, simply because he is a man with rights and she is a woman with no rights. It was all out there. I love this show <3. Marchal is surprised but pleased: attracting the flies to the paper. You are both the angels at my shoulder, says Louis, which reminds Marchal of the Parthenays and Montcourt. Thanks for reading! There are a few movies I enjoy that are fairly accurate. This is Louis in control, in power, and he delivers a malevolent, threatening banter that is fabulous to see. even if it turned out his brother was the poisoner. 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. I certainly cant say for certain what the writers intent was with that scene, but in this writers opinion it is multilayered a) to show Philippes slow growing resentment towards his brother: he says I want a boy, just like my brother. And before we can check ourselves and reach for the tissues, the priest murmurs, Amen and Philippes expression tightens, his head gently shaking before he steps away from the bed, leaving Louis there. Stars: George Blagden, Alexander Vlahos, Tygh Runyan Director(s . 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. He was named Louis Dieudonn (Louis the God-given) and bore the traditional title of French heirs apparent: Dauphin . Back outside, to a view of Versailles under construction (I love these pre-glory shots!) So, he loves Henrietta as a friend, or simply to rival his brother? Easily tired, she withdrew whenever the party stopped for the night, usually going straight to bed. Of his power, of his country. Henriette answered Montagu with a shrug: she did not know. Colbert tries to push his point when Louis enters. The Chevalier looks a little panicky or is it my imagination? I know this coming years later, but to Theresa THANK YOU SO MUCH. AAAAAAHHH. This moment echoes the first from the opening scene in Episode One, where the traitors rush in on the pretext of getting Louis safely away. But that was the thinking of the time. Rohan is the Masked Man! Cultural factors, too, played a part. 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. 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.
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