I really like him as a character, even though he tortures people. ? I realise a woman was expected to stay faithful to her husband even while it was acceptable for him to have mistresess (ha! THIS. Louis looks mega pissed. And the next shot is Louis in slow-mo, walking out. (since you mention here she is his love). In the end though, nobody was actually tortured or executed on charges of killing her. In this respect, they are both on fairly equal footing. SYNC. Never forget. They look at each other for a moment, until Philippe looks away and mutters, Not that youd remember. Louis thinks, then slowly reaches into his jacket pocket, steps forward and takes Philippes hand then places that stone in the palm. She gasps and the priest enters silently. Your email address will not be published. To which Marchal says: you are the daughter of a Huguenot conspirator to the King, funded and supported by William of Orange. But Sophie says her mother paid that price, she is merely trying to survive and thought Marchals protection would ensure it. Excellent. Montcourt denies it: No, Sire. I am looking at her now. I think he also wants reassurance that Louis cares for him as much as he cares for Louis. You admit her situation is unfair and certainly, she is powerless where her husband (and Louis) are concerned and yet, simply because of the screwed up thinking of the day, the thinking that removed a womans personhood and reduced her to mere property, she is the villain for not being able to love a man who ignores her and rapes her? Yep. Claudine and Philippe converse, with Claudine saying she feels they are not through the worst. Perfectly written line is delivered perfectly by perfect actor. 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? So anyways, off we go. we then learn Henriette is Philippes wife. But for that one unforgivable act, I could have felt real sympathy for that walking, talking mess of dysfunction. (Same with the Chevalier and his jealousy of Philippes wives. All I could find were negative. Montcourt turns and quickly leaves. He was named Louis Dieudonn (Louis the God-given) and bore the traditional title of French heirs apparent: Dauphin . What does she say? (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. 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). But to his brother? That was your promise to me. 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. 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? I also read your discussion between yourself and Teresa about episode 10. I am waiting eagerly for the second season and I really hope to see you write about it then. Its my weekly sin, I confess, Im too addicted to this period to miss it. While making this video i was inspired by the scene when Henriette talks about her first mask ball. In my opinion, I agree with Teresa. Thank you (and I agree with you on all pints!!! I will try, but I trust you wont publish it if you find it too long. And, more importantly, Henriette NEVER RAPED Philippe. And that is the problem you face, Montcourt. If anything, his expression pays deference to her status as a princess, hes contemplating his own mortality. Im actually in the States where episode seven will be airing tomorrow night, but I read ahead because I know history so nothing coming was really a spoiler (just a condensed timeline). And also shout out to Hannah for being a a much needed third voice. Anne. Not Marchal! Montcourt tried to tell me the same. Also I have to add SPOILER ALERT!!!! 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. Her breath falters: Im scared. And the look on Louis and Philippes faces as they both lean in to comfort her *sobs* Philippe says gently: There is nothing to fear. Henriette: How do you know? Philippe: do you remember before you were born? This is such a clever production team impeccable writing, brilliant cast, sumptuous sets and costumes. Exactly. 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. The camera hovers over the prone Henriette then pans up from the bed, like we are her soul being released from her body. . Colbert tries to push his point when Louis enters. You have never been a man whos true. 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. Hi Jules and Aly, (Historical note: it was forbidden for the King to be in the presence of death. but it is later, after they already speak with the guards in the background. Wow that was odd. Not sure and he leaves. Henriette 12 episodes, 2015-2017 Anatole Taubman . Maybe that is where she got the poison she used on Fabien?, de Clermont went to a brothel to obtain poison and the love potion Lauren (Marchals henchwoman) tells him thats what she observed. But he will not be resting for long the door opens later and we see a pair of bare feet, the hem of a nightgown, both bloodied, as they enter. You said Im genuinely curious to know why you consider Philippe the victim and Henriette the traitor in that relationship. He feels betrayed. A side-note: On Sophie. And in the context of the show, I did find it a nice touch, the apology to him. Does she want to end things with Louis? Nor can I hold her responsible for the fact that Louis uses her as a weapon against his brother. Montcourt pauses its clear he recognises Rohans voice. Hi Theresa, and thanks for your comment. It was total and raw and real and I wept long and bitter tears for him. Louis replies how else was I to keep you close. NOOOOOOO. 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. But in context, with everything else going on in the show and with what Philippe deals with, I can understand why he did it. Incest or homosexuality? Aaaaaand now. Grrrr well Im not writing all that over again. She doesnt want to speak of him. A subtle yet interesting choice made by production to change the portraits in Henriettes chambers. And then of course, Philippe rapes her (only the once? Why is this so? Louis stands outside: her life is in your hands, he says ominously. Im guessing they were pretty equal. After their conversation about stealing Philippes glory and the fact that Louis never liked sharing. His belief was shared by Elizabeth-Charlotte, Philippes second wife, who named the culprits as Lorraine and the Marquis dEffiat, an equerry, who had acted without Philippes knowledge. My loyalty still lays with Philippe as her husband, he has a right to lay claim to his wife. 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). First of all, ladies, stop spewing vitriol. This is who they truly are in this one moment of grief. She is subject to the whims and wishes of her king and lover, of her husband and even of her husbands lover. To affect the hearts and minds of people. Philippe and Louis have all the best monologues and the writing is brilliant, so in character. Henriette is Philippes wife, his property, his to do with as he wishes. Women are still being raped today in societies which condone such behaviour towards women and which deny women their personhood. There is your music.. Keeps your brothers power in check and offers a direct connection to England. When we are far away, we must make him believe we are near. Just because the thinking of the day viewed a woman as mere property and not a person in her own right does not mean she isnt a human being with the same feelings and needs as any other. Well, my thought is Philippe angrily claiming his conjugal rights may well have happened before. What to expect from the future? poison, death and departures Versailles episode 10. <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. And then down by the promontory. You did this to her. Louis looks shocked: Brother. Philippe will have none of it: We warned you. Her intent is not to hurt Philippe by sleeping with Louis, she simply doesnt care (and I dont blame her). Philippe loves and is loyal to his brother and only wants Louis to allow him to support him. Still with the playing of games, the half-truth words. Then he turns and suddenly a Man In a Mask is standing there. Does Henriette mind being used by Louis? Just another way Louis is emasculating him, making him a laughing stock in French society. She was 26. when Philippe asks if he were to die, her troubles would be solved. We now see Philippe, so resigned, with tears down his cheeks, then Louis with a no, this is NOT happening. look on his face, eyes still dry. There are a few movies I enjoy that are fairly accurate. Seriously, he could have married her to any noble and they would have looked the other way at the cheating. As for Philippe, I cant make out what he is. Philippe raping his wife. He rapes his wife. 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). There are times when I will shout (in my head), Just leave this place and run back to England.. Do you honestly think that just because certain abusesatrocities, evenwere acceptable, that those on the receiving end didnt feel anger, pain, violation, etc. Then Ep 8 miscarriage scene the painting is no longer on table. He is clearly upset. Another suggestion is that she had porphyria, although she displayed none of its symptoms. I like the show, the actors and the plot. Aaaaaand there we have the end of the episode and the end of Season One. 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!. Still, Louis suspicions had been aroused and he ordered an autopsy, which was performed by French doctors and witnessed by others sent from England. Louis persists. Thanks for your great reviews! In any case, Philippe is Louis victim but definitely NOT Henriettes. Hes just having some fun. Okay, Im gonna walk you through what I see, so bear with me. She also miscarries a baby that was either her husband Philippe's or the King's, no one is sure. But not at the hands of Henriette, who really had little power in the situation. Nothing. Colbert and Louvois look considerably worried. Henriette fulfills her duties with. It was really interesting reading both of your viewpoints. Yet you heard nothing. In reality it only took a very short time for the plan to take full effect. She puts her foot in her mouth. Philippe weeps. 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. He cares for her, but anytime he has to choose between Chevalier and her, he always choose the former. Henriette has become seriously ill, it might be poison and she is the sister of the King of England. Duchess Henriette becomes suddenly ill when she returns from a visit to her brother in England. We now see Philippe, so resigned, with tears down his cheeks, then Louis with a no, this is NOT happening. look on his face, eyes still dry. 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. As she said, she was only voicing what they were both thinking. Similarly, perforation of the gall bladder may have led to an excess of bile leaking into the peritoneum causing the corruption and gangrene reported by her doctors. Philippe adds: .or two, perhaps. And he strides off. did the male medicin drink the vial of poison accidentally or on purpose? But your first strike would have to be true. She could have answered with an honest yes but she evades the question. 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!) These scenes are odd for me to watch, but by now, I have totally put aside any frustration when the show deviates from what I know of the actual history. *That should have read historical figures not historical characters! Her father was King Charles I of England, her mother the youngest daughter of Henry IV of France and Marie de' Medici. It was very clear from episode 1 that you were not a fan of Henriette and I found that quick jarring to read in your reviews. UGH, technology! And she was having an affair with the Comte de Guiche. Duchess Henriette becomes suddenly ill when she returns from a visit to her brother in England. Montcourt to Marchal: You are a fool. Louis replies: And you are a MURDERER! Montcourt continues with the wrong man thing, but Louis will have none of it. I just rot an extremely long omment Also it will set Louis in a collision with Phillipe who did not want his wife to go to England for the negotiations. Bontemps is a little freaked: Th-this is highly irregular, your Majesty. But the IDGAF expression on the Queens face is priceless. 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. Heres a thought: what is your view to Claudine? The Dauphin hides stealthy behind a tree, looking for Rohan. And suddenly Marchal has his ah-HA moment. Hold onto this moment, I told you. Louis continues to yell: because without me this country will consume itself in nobles squabbles. He paces. Of course not. Or twenty, I suppose. Both felt neglected by the other. 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. And one day, brother, one day they will. Claudine tries to give her something for the pain but she wont swallow, her throat is closing up. What if the poison spreads? Especially in S1, I got the feeling that they gave a lot of Lorraines personality traits/reactions/behaviour to Philippe. Ita all so quick, and beautifully choreographed. Her mother (a french princess) is dead, and shes alone, probably the only English in the palace. 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. 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. It could possibly be the same spot from Ep1, when he confronted the wolf and Philippe rode in to rescue him. And Philippe says calmly and quietly: There. 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. Except, when hes really angry and he rapes her.