Rumourwent that he sent the poison to Effiat in retaliation for Henriette having him banished. 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. So Louis sequesters the palace. Philippe is the complete dysfunctional mess he is thanks to Louis (and their mother) and he would have my complete sympathy, were it not for his raping his wife in a fit of anger and jealousy. then goes into the bedchamber. Montcourt declares he only knew her in passing, Marchal calls out his bullshit: but you knew she had malevolent intent. To which Montcourt sarcastically replies: it may have escaped your notice but everyone in this building has malevolent intent. I am a true friend of the king. but Louis knows. It is one or the other. Philippe replies calmly: You acted out of pride. 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? It is Louis, and not Henriette, whom I see as the one who does the greatest harm to Philippe. Why? 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 am tired of waiting for you to keep it, says the Queen casually as she gets into bed with Louis then settles down. The opening episode of Versailles season two featured fortune tellers and laser beams. but afte I cliked submit my comment didnt appear. Poisoned? Henriette wasnt asking the king to hire a hit on Philippe. They talk about whats happening Marchal is questioning people, and Sophie was taken in that morning. Point 9: And again, who can blame her. Grrrr well Im not writing all that over again. for Season 2. Perfectly written line is delivered perfectly by perfect actor. (Historical note: it was forbidden for the King to be in the presence of death. Previously, we see Masson offer the same bottle offered to Louis when the king is sick (and Masson reels off a list of ingredients), and the bottle being secretively replaced, so Masson definitely did not know it was poisoned. And silently walks to the window. Do you even think hed allow her to end things? UGH. 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. These reactions perfectly suit and says a lot to their characters, plus George Blagden and Alex Vlahos as hugely talented actors. A European history-geek friend told me about this show yesterday, so I binge watched the entire series. 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. To spare his feelings? He takes her hand and closes his eyes and for a moment he is vulnerable. And she was having an affair with the Comte de Guiche. Anyway, back to the story. And Philippe says calmly and quietly: There. throughout the show, we see Louis attempts to belittle and emasculate Philippe. Duchess Henriette becomes suddenly ill when she returns from a visit to her brother in England. If you have to, just close your eyes and think of France. I realise a woman was expected to stay faithful to her husband even while it was acceptable for him to have mistresess (ha! The best visual of the whole episode. Yes, it was the thinking of that time but wouldnt that make her a victim of circumstances, rather to be pitied than villified? Henriette. I do like that though they have their disagreements, Bontemp genuinely respects Fabien, and despite his anger, I think Louis does too. for all of these. His face may be handsome but now he just reminds me of a ferret. 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). And in the context of the show, I did find it a nice touch, the apology to him. I will come, says Philippe. This was served to Henriette by her unsuspecting maid. But that was the thinking of the time. We see him silent and sombre, a blank expression on his face. And remember you can also start at the beginning and read my reviews of EpisodesOne, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six,Seven,Eight. (Historical note: this happened and wasnt at all odd) The door suddenly opens, the Queenis standing there. 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). And Louis is left in the salon, framed by the door, the guards, and looking incredibly vulnerable and alone. In which case, I dont blame her one bit! Nice one, Montcourt. I know this coming years later, but to Theresa THANK YOU SO MUCH. But, this is my interpretation or thoughts based on the real life events. They fear she might have been poisoned, so King Louis XIV shuts all access To Versailles. we then learn Henriette is Philippes wife. Lovely. 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. No, of course she doesnt. the rest will do her good, Bontemps says. on The finale. He was named Louis Dieudonn (Louis the God-given) and bore the traditional title of French heirs apparent: Dauphin . Her husband is openly gay and has no problem flaunting it in the public. Inside Versailles Henriette Sister of King Charles II of England, Henriette - known as Madame - is the wife of Philippe and the mistress of King Louis. 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. Remember, Henriette, as a woman, is completely powerless. 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. Yes, of course its common knowledge that Louis is shagging Henriette. Philippe replies, almost resignedly: Im not asking for permission. For the record, I dont think Henriette would actually like to see Philippe die, but she would like to be shot of him. 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???) Admittedly, its in the middle of a shag, when she is distracted, but still. Who was that mysterious man in the mask of Apollo who dan. The Chevalier looks a little panicky or is it my imagination? Thanks for your great reviews! Seizing upon Henriettes dying reproach of Philippe, he asserted that she had been the victim of a plot orchestrated by Lorraine, who held Henriette responsible for his exile and sought revenge. It happened so fast, but did Fabien Marshal shoot Charlotte Parthanay, and if so, why? It is not clear in the show. Close the doors! The Queen adds: we must put her in the bed. Louis nods; in she goes. 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. 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. In the days when it was only you who /truly/ had my back. Jacques 10 episodes, 2015 . No one enters. But for that one unforgivable act, I could have felt real sympathy for that walking, talking mess of dysfunction. She is later arrested as the poisoner as her son is released, but ridiculed from court. 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. Nup. I cant always catch what is being said, particularly if it an aside or a whisper but I know you will tell me . So to me, this indicates hes still quite scared. He is always the king, while Philippe gives his emotions (somewhat) free rein. many things. Louis looks at him as he goes on: I believe this palace is a symbol of our king. Louvois has been a kind of double agent all along, directed by Louis himself to assume the role of critic and conspirator. Yes, it was common to talk about marriage that soon! It ended up working even better than planned and within a very short amount of time, Louis fell for Louise de la Valliere who was originally meant to be a decoy but became his first official royal mistress. He is genuinely distraught, going to a collapsed Henriette on the floor while Louis is just standing there, seemingly frozen. Brilliant writing. It is so reflective of the dilemma she has created for herself. He should be he has not given up either of their names for the part they played in his arrest. The king himself suspected that Henrietta might have been poisoned and ordered an autopsy to be carried out. Louis looks stunned too. UGH D:. And the next shot is Louis in slow-mo, walking out. THIS. The next shot is of Montespan, entering her rooms, where she briefly cries then quickly gains control with a deep breath. We are NOT touching her! Philippe finally says. 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. She was merely being used by the man she was in love with. No wonder Philippe feels the need to claim what is his. And it certainly wasnt the unwavering, steadfast, loyal or constant love that one would most want from a beloved one. Well, my thought is Philippe angrily claiming his conjugal rights may well have happened before. 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 writers of the show took quite creative liberty with the relationships some turned out to be clever and well-written, some I just eye rolled SO HARD. Hell, HIS WIFE is shagging his brother. In one of the episodes did we see Clermont messing with the doctors box of bottles.. Colbert: You believe her highness is poisoned? Marchal replies cryptically: I believe. Cultural factors, too, played a part. Im merely suggesting you might save some time. Marchal persists, pointing out that Louvois always disagrees frequently and loudly with the Kings decisions. I really like him as a character, even though he tortures people. Rohan grabs her by the throat, saying it is not yet clear to him what she has done to earn her money, then demands she clean his room before leaving. It was just how it was. The fact that she doesnt particularly want to anyway (to say no, that is) is because she is deeply in love with Louis and always has been and because her husband makes zero effort to endear himself to her. 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). Philippe has been by her side throughout this. We see a lovely shot of Versailles outside, then cut to the Kings bedchamber, where the flowers and hedges are neatly arranged around to the bed. He is beyond selfish and his cruel behaviour is at the root of all of their misery. Music. But unlike Philippe, Henriette never snogged her lover obnoxiously right there in the same room with him. 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. But not at the hands of Henriette, who really had little power in the situation. That is exactly what I would be thinking. He advances on Montcourt, who is looking a little shell shocked. 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. But of course, she wants to know what happened to her mother in exchange for that information. Ive said this before in comments. I have heard many say they see angels before they die. (Ahhh! Only a year or so to go until a new season arrived on fledgling network Ovation, its U.S. cable home. Bontemps suddenly appears; Henriette has been calling. Do you believe these women feel less pain and violation because the behaviour is condoned by the society in which they live? Hmm. I could never love you more. the court was rife with extra-marital affairs involving married women as well as men, but still) but that does not mean Henriette could turn her feelings for Louis off at the touch of a wedding ring from a man she didnt choose or want. I neglected to include the phrase in my opinion. Says you made me marry him. 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. I also cannot figure out why Louis and others speak freely in front of the guards when even they are unsure of their loyalty.. Theyve always known. I will also add that while Louis uses her to hurt Philippe in a very deliberate and calculated manner, I dont believe that is Henriettes intent at all. To bring them over to us. Henriette screams and they both surge to the door then suddenly stop. She is currently working on a biography of Louis XIV. . You died of a cold, or a simple infection or someone sneezing on you. She is simply besotted with Louis, so in love, that shed do anything he told her to. I was searching online for reviews/explanations of this show I was never educated about Frances history because I come from the other side of the globe and coincidentally stumbled upon your website, much to my delight. They fear she might have been poisoned, so King Louis XIV shuts all access To Versailles. Once again, Louis behaviour, as reported here, is uncharacteristic. 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.
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