Lovely. Point 9: And again, who can blame her. 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. So, he loves Henrietta as a friend, or simply to rival his brother? In one of the episodes did we see Clermont messing with the doctors box of bottles. I hope the surgery went well, Heather! I just wanna smash his smug ferret face. Theyve always known. 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. 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. The Chevalier is still silent, still focused on Henriette. many things. Louis looks at him as he goes on: I believe this palace is a symbol of our king. Henriette says a glorious death in battle would not displease him. What a total prick ). He remembers too. Henriette 12 episodes, 2015-2017 Anatole Taubman . Philippe is most definitely not the victim in his marriage. 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. Basically he can do what he wants, but she is not allowed to. she was the one who found it, actually. He sent poison to Paris, where it passed through several hands before ending up in the jug containing the chicory water. She gasps and the priest enters silently. 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. She brought honour on herself and glory to our court. Especially as her lover was the king. Seems likely in the show (historically, this is not so the case at all). 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. Fashion. We are shown much more of Philippes inner mind and his relationship to Louis than anyone else. A fabulous shot of Versailles under construction and we are back inside, in Louis' chambers conducting business. The three remaining lived to be 59, 49 and 68. For the record, I dont think Henriette would actually like to see Philippe die, but she would like to be shot of him. ? 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!) YAAAAAY! Louis staggers to his feet, Montcourt bleeding out on the floor, and he goes to Marchal, who has collapsed near the fireplace. He is clearly upset. In one of the episodes did we see Clermont messing with the doctors box of bottles.. He goes on to make threats and trouble for her. As she made her last confession, the English ambassador, Lord Montagu, asked Henriette if she believed she had been poisoned. 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!!! The characters almost act as it never happened. Anne, Hi Jules haha that last message should have ended (I agree with you on all POINTS) not pints . Lets just say, Henriettes jealous behaviour is a far cry less despicable than Philippes.). It is clear these two have a long relationship and are not allowing a small (read: large) thing as marriage get in the way. The Dauphin. They have some banter, and Rohan invites the boy to play a game A game of war? The Dauphin says excitedly. It is my experience that it is only those closest to a man that can inflict the greatest pain. There was no indication of poisoning, so death was attributed to cholera morbus caused by corrupt and boiling bile, which had led to gangrene in the entrails and other parts of the lower abdomen. Rumourwent that he sent the poison to Effiat in retaliation for Henriette having him banished. So that would perhaps put affair-with-sister-in-law a half tick closer to pardonable than homosexuality, which is wholly and completely condemned in the bible. Except, when hes really angry and he rapes her. He did it with Prince Annaba, with Philippe and the Chevalier, with Philippe in the bath whether its just him thinking hey, Im the King, I can do whatever TF I want or some other deep need to catch people unawares, I do not know). Henriette gasps, crying and in pain. Henrietta 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, who had recently returned to the Royalist side. Is anyone else hoping Fabien takes her under his wing? Finally, the king weeps for his love, when he is alone. 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. Hi Janet! 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. I thought so but no. She doesnt want to speak of him. Anyways, he says: we cannot be seen together anymore. Much later, the courtier Saint-Simon offered his own thoughts. By this point, Louis had basically forgotten about and gotten over Henriette though this was much to her displeasure and chagrin. 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. Thank you. 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. Such was the hygiene of 17th century France. Or because she cant look him in the eye and admit it? And to Ainee for perspective. And so was she. The midwife and doctor were horrified but there was nothing she could do!!! and to Marchal in his office, interrogating Montcourt. Next time we see the painting in Ep 6 it has been moved to Henriettes room on her dressing table. 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. It felt like if the whole world came running for us his voice thickens with emotion, we might fend off all who would take us ill. He finally looks up, at Louis. And Louis coming out the good guy. 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. 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. Yet you heard nothing. My loyalty still lays with Philippe as her husband, he has a right to lay claim to his wife. Yet another possibility is that she had a duodenal ulcer which burst, leading to peritonitis. We were taking the air with our governess when we made a break for freedom. She is in love with him and, as you say, it seems its been going on for a long time. Her father was King Charles I of England, her mother the youngest daughter of Henry IV of France and Marie de' Medici. Le Roi Danse, which is all about the rise and fall of Lully, Louis XIVs court composer (French, but hard to find with English subtitles). He was distraught when she died, and was fully intent on punishing those responsible (as poison was indeed thought to have killed her). So how could you be scared? (For the record, I am speaking strictly of the characters in this drama, not the historical characters). Saint-Simon asserted that Louis was so thankful that his brother was innocent of the crime that he decided not to prosecute the perpetrators. when Philippe asks if he were to die, her troubles would be solved. The camera pans around him and yet still, not one muscle is out of place, not one twitch of emotion. 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. In reality it only took a very short time for the plan to take full effect. I look forward to reading your reviews on the next series, when it comes out. She had always been painfully thin and Louis once tactlessly referred to her as the bones of the Holy Innocents. Louis just nods, gives Philippe a look (who is standing near the doors, looking so alone and sad, I just wanna hug him!) I did have a thought, though, why the writers didnt build up to her being the young version of one of Louis mistresses, he had so many. Poisoned? As for Philippe, I cant make out what he is. After Philippe shoots a couple rounds into the air he tells Louie, Brother we must go, the wolves will come back and there will be more. Did you have the same thought as I; that while in the moment the characters are talking about the actual wolves, the underlying message is about Louis and the traitors in his midst, starting with Moncourt. Yet even on her deathbed, she reaches for Louiss hand first. He is the villain if you are looking for one. Both felt neglected by the other. I also cannot figure out why Louis and others speak freely in front of the guards when even they are unsure of their loyalty. We see Henriette asleep in the bed. 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. And here is where Im a bit uncertain, but didnt she make that remark after Philippe raped her? The two are not mutally exclusive. Not only did they grow up together but they were first cousins and Louis was a devout Catholic. BRILLIANT acting. ! Louis is stunned: Why are you casting all this rage at me? Philippe: Because you deserve it. I do. Of his power, of his country. My heart breaks for him. No one leaves. Henriette says to Philippe: Im sorry. but afte I cliked submit my comment didnt appear. 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. 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. A page for describing Characters: Versailles. Louis continues to yell: because without me this country will consume itself in nobles squabbles. He paces. Not Marchal! And we came here for a visit. 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. 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. Pot, meet kettle. His contemplation is silent. Yes, it was the thinking of that time but wouldnt that make her a victim of circumstances, rather to be pitied than villified? There is, replies Louis. NOOOOOOO. But here, now? But of course, she wants to know what happened to her mother in exchange for that information. It is Louis who victimises Philippe and he does it in every way he can think of. 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. My biggest problem with Henriette/Louis is that I find it highly doubtful that Louis would have sex with her. They talk about whats happening Marchal is questioning people, and Sophie was taken in that morning. If she dies it might lead to accusations and risk any potential alliance with England. I know this coming years later, but to Theresa THANK YOU SO MUCH. The writers do it over and over again, in tiny little ways that is infuriating (Philippe with his sad puppy eyes Nooooo!) What does she say? You did this to her. Louis looks shocked: Brother. Philippe will have none of it: We warned you. And Louis is left in the salon, framed by the door, the guards, and looking incredibly vulnerable and alone. Says you made me marry him. I was more appalled at Louis seeming lack of concern for his brothers life. Louis paranoia about his little brother is completely unfounded. Does she want to end things with Louis? Colbert looks a bit stunned. What about the angels? he asks, after Montcourt nervously says hes been praying for Henriette. 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. That was your promise to me. Director Daniel Roby Writers Simon Mirren David Wolstencroft Stars George Blagden Alexander Vlahos Tygh Runyan See production, box office & company info 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. I have known your website for some time now but hadnt had much time to write a post until now. I couldnt honestly say. A subtle yet interesting choice made by production to change the portraits in Henriettes chambers. The camera hovers over the prone Henriette then pans up from the bed, like we are her soul being released from her body. He deserves a truly powerful, unpredictable, fun, intoxicating woman who pulls the rug from under him, and he enjoys it. When you see Fabien going to find the missing Charlotte, you see him visualising the scenario he holds up his hand, points his fingers in the shape of a gun to see how the angle would project. I love these seemingly random yet distinct choices made by directors and production designers. The writers want us to think that evrry time they had kids, he had to rape her? Philippe had stillborn twins and a daughter, a son who died at 2 and one at 4, plus two miscarriages. Another scene now, with Rohan getting ready for his ride, and a servant girl by the name of Marie entering, demanding her money. The Henriette thing is just one more on the heaping pile of shit. And even if not, we see what Philippe is capable of when hes in a jealous snit. I was highly frustrated with the artistic liberties the authors took, and some just pretty much made up shit, totally contrary to history . I love this show <3. oh sorry, wrong show). plus its almost as if he has something to say, to hide. Vatel (with Uma Thurman and Gerard Depardieu). I will speak to whomever I like. Louvois: I know this is true. Back outside, to a view of Versailles under construction (I love these pre-glory shots!) Charming. *The only voice, your own. Get Marchal pissed at you. I realise a woman was expected to stay faithful to her husband even while it was acceptable for him to have mistresess (ha! (its only 16mins and 50 seconds in not that I was counting *innocent whistle*) Filmed in the Chteau de Maisons in Maisons-Lafitte, in the Salon dHercule, he strides past Montcourt, demands to know what he is doing. Slavery was also an accepted practice of the day. Who seeks to harm Henriette? Yep. Especially in S1, I got the feeling that they gave a lot of Lorraines personality traits/reactions/behaviour to Philippe. In the early hours of 30 June, she died. Okay, is Louvois just being a dick? The rape scene was repugnant and Phillipes actions were out of character with the Phillipe we saw in the rest of the season. 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. Dance. Thank you for the recaps, I am with you on all things you write about Monsieur Marchal, he is everything! Your email address will not be published. I think Philippe will always blame Louis for Henriette's death, and I can't see when they'll ever be reconciled again. Not so much. If Id been in her shoes, I think Id have given a flat affirmative. We learn that she has loved Louis since they were children. 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