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. 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. We were taking the air with our governess when we made a break for freedom. They are singing. Minor detail maybe, but not sure if that doesnt change the meaning of the next bit somewhat? The cost is justified a hundred fold! ..And Philippes face that little sigh, the look he is incredulous. Does she want to end things with Louis? He genuinely believes Philppe is a potential threat. The king himself suspected that Henrietta might have been poisoned and ordered an autopsy to be carried out. Point 8: Again, refer to comments on Henriettes lack of power as a woman and as a subject of the king to say no to said king. The Chevalier looks a little panicky or is it my imagination? Really enjoyed reading your reviews, which I found halfway the show. I enjoyed them very much, I must saymuch more than this series, which is good entertainement, but, God, so FAR from being historically correct, in so many ways. She later dies in her bed. 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. Historically, poison was definitely suspected in Henriette's death and briefly, here's how it went down: It was 1670 and Henriette was pissed off she couldn't be with Louis at Versailles, and of course Monsieur knew this, so he ordered her to accompany him to Saint Cloud. 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. Art. Just airing in the U.S. and Im having surgery Friday so I dont know if Ill catch it. Do you believe these women feel less pain and violation because the behaviour is condoned by the society in which they live? 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. Finally, did the male medicin drink the vial of poison accidentally or on purpose? A page for describing Characters: Versailles. Even if Louis were to let her go, she would then be relinquishing the love of her life to sit lonely and chaste in her apartments waiting for her husband, a man who feels no attraction or interest for her at all. Oh, and was it common in this era to talk about new marriages literally 2 minutes after your wife/husband died? 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. The characters almost act as it never happened. No doubt those in Philippes camp played on that too, to taint Henriette even more (Guiche UGH. I am looking at her now. Henriette screams and they both surge to the door then suddenly stop. In between re-watching S1, of course. Bontemps is a little freaked: Th-this is highly irregular, your Majesty. But the IDGAF expression on the Queens face is priceless. Dieu. I really enjoy your reviews. *The only voice, your own. Pretty sure he was not the one who did the poisoning thing. The Angelique series of movies from the 60s are highly camp, and put Philippe in a terrible light, but they are funny. I am a friend. 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. I was highly frustrated with the artistic liberties the authors took, and some just pretty much made up shit, totally contrary to history . As to fiction I found the ones I did read ended up thrown against the wall. I also read your discussion between yourself and Teresa about episode 10. Then he turns and suddenly a Man In a Mask is standing there. You did this to her. Louis looks shocked: Brother. Philippe will have none of it: We warned you. <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. That was your promise to me. Quite a few. Bontemps wants to move her she cannot stay in the Kings bed. but Claudine says she cannot be moved. You couldnt guarantee any would survive. And even if not, we see what Philippe is capable of when hes in a jealous snit. Or survival. he starts to pace: here comes the lecture. Or because she cant look him in the eye and admit it? She seems like she has genuinely been brought in as a main character simply to drive the wedge deeper between Louis and Philippe, but not contribute anything herself to most of her scenes! Such emotion. She is currently working on a biography of Louis XIV. I also cannot figure out why Louis and others speak freely in front of the guards when even they are unsure of their loyalty.. Apparently de Clermont gave Marchal the names of the conspirators against the king, and all the names of those who shared her allegiance. Of course not. Montcourt 10 episodes, 2015 Gilly Gilchrist . That Henriette was such an effective way of hurting Philippe is down to Philippes viewing her as his property, not because he felt any true affection for her (at least, not until closer towards the end, when I do believe he really does care). When we are near, we must make the enemy believe we are far away. Seems likely in the show (historically, this is not so the case at all). And one day, brother, one day they will. Therefore, my thoughts are strictly about the characters. Your closest confidants told you to look elsewhere! I can see where the series cliffhanger is heading, besides the obvious unmasking of Rohan as a traitor. And yes, the Chevalier does live to quite a ripe old age . 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!) Hi Janet! I am sobbing. And then down by the promontory. Lot of time on my hands at the momentLULZ. Either way, she's dead now. Basically he can do what he wants, but she is not allowed to. Once again, Louis behaviour, as reported here, is uncharacteristic. Around 5pm on 29th June Henriette drank chicory water, then keeled over saying Ah! [4] Point 6: Not her greatest moment, no. Is Philippe a victim? What to expect from the future? So do I believe that our enemies would dare to poison King Charles of Englands sister? I like the show, the actors and the plot. Such an angry outpouring from Louis, however, would have been out of character and no one else reported that he said any such thing. 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. And it certainly wasnt the unwavering, steadfast, loyal or constant love that one would most want from a beloved one. Louis looks strained, says: I do not regret sending her. Yes. The writers want us to think that evrry time they had kids, he had to rape her? Philippe is clearly shocked and my heart is just going HHHHHHHGGGGNNNNN. *Disclaimer* I do not own any of the audio or footage included in this. Obviously he loves Chevalier. I do. She is subject to the whims and wishes of her king and lover, of her husband and even of her husbands lover. It is so interesting to watch, given a discussion I had on Twitter earlier with some fellow fans. I just rot an extremely long omment Louis walks in and replies: because I ask him to do so. Ahhhhh-HA! No one enters. Remember, Henriette, as a woman, is completely powerless. But I said lets make it our fort. For once in your life you played along. Yes, it was the thinking of that time but wouldnt that make her a victim of circumstances, rather to be pitied than villified? After reading your review on epsiode 10, and reading that it ends with Philippe leaving Versailles, I thought back to epsiode one and the moment he finds Louis at his favorite spot in the woods. Her cheeriness disguised the fact that she was unwell. Louvois and Marchal agree. Yet another possibility is that she had a duodenal ulcer which burst, leading to peritonitis. The camera hovers over the prone Henriette then pans up from the bed, like we are her soul being released from her body. 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. I just binge-watched all 2 seasons and now painfully waits for each episode of Season 3 to come out. Later on, we see the portrait back in Louiss chamber He is always the king, while Philippe gives his emotions (somewhat) free rein. 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. 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. Is he justified in knocking her across the room? He tucks Louis in then gets into his small cot (that looks like a camping bed), fully clothed. They talk about whats happening Marchal is questioning people, and Sophie was taken in that morning. Bontemps suddenly appears; Henriette has been calling. He gets up and leaves, walking through the corridors with a candelabra. Were just waiting for it to take root., Now we are outside in an antechamber again, where Colbert is frantic that Henriette must be moved, that she cannot be treated in the Kings chamber. Get Marchal pissed at you. She is later arrested as the poisoner as her son is released, but ridiculed from court. Sorry to jar you There are just some things I couldnt overlook, and I admit I was looking at Henriettes character so closely, to see if the screenwriters would sweeten her up from her historical figure. Glad to see he lives on, at least for awhile. But not at the hands of Henriette, who really had little power in the situation. We stake our claim or we are ploughed into the field. Id be happy with either, tbh! 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. Now, seeing as sister-in-law wasnt even a thing then, this would be like actually shagging your sister. By this stage both Henriette and Marie Thrse of Spain now knew what it felt like to be jilted and cast aside in your loved ones affections by another attractive court lady. Montcourt pauses its clear he recognises Rohans voice. I think Teresa is being a bit naive re. but it would cause her too much pain. Anyways, he says: we cannot be seen together anymore. And for those who love her. Philippe replies ominously: we are all of us in sickness here. Ugh. UGH, technology! Dance. Thanks for the correction I listened to that audio over and over but couldnt quite get the last word! 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. Nup. This girl is familiar she was at Henriettes bedside as the princess related the story of her first masked ball to Sophie. I kind of doubt it). 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? We must get the king and the queen and yourself to safety at once. And the penny drops for Bontemps, his look of dismay so clear. Louis and her smile about it. Okay, Im gonna walk you through what I see, so bear with me. 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.
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