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Anne, Hi Jules At the time of his birth, his parents had been married for 23 years. The marriage was doomed from the start, because Henriette was already in love with Louis, it seems. Hi, 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. And laudanum as a sedative was much used at the time. Yes, it was common to talk about marriage that soon! He goes on to make threats and trouble for her. Okay, is Louvois just being a dick? Back with the sick princess and Claudine is fiddling with potions while Henriette writhes and vomits blood. And then of course, Philippe rapes her (only the once? 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. Point 9: And again, who can blame her. 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. I realise that you are not a fan of the historical figure but I am speaking strictly of the character. ), (*WTF. In Versailles, Madame de Clermont is running round like a blue-arsed fly having discovered that her poison has gone missing. Two steps behind him, as protocol dictates, is the Chevalier. Henriette, however, happens to be in love with the king and, more importantly, it seems he with her. You dont get to my age and experience with your naivete still intact. Oh, Lord receive me she softly says, opens her eyes can you hear that? Marchal picks up the dropped knife and lunges and he and Montcourt trade a few blows, with Marchal blocking then delivering a punch. Im going to be stalking these recaps in the arduous wait for season two. No one leaves. Henriette portrayed by Pierre Mignard, 17th century, Henriette, Duchesse d'Orlans, the sister-in-law of Louis XIV, took a drink of her usual chicory water and immediately clutched her side, crying out in pain. Guilt often manifests itself in an outward show of rage. Queen Marie-Thrse noted that everyone was talking about Henriettes death and the manner of it. You have never been a man whos true. Louis staggers to his feet, Montcourt bleeding out on the floor, and he goes to Marchal, who has collapsed near the fireplace. And, more importantly, Henriette NEVER RAPED Philippe. Henriette and Philippe | Versailles Wiki | Fandom ? Brilliant. The characters almost act as it never happened. Your question misses the question, Montcourt replies cryptically. I wonder what theyve got in store for us. She also miscarries a baby that was either her husband Philippe's or the King's, no one is sure. Princess Henriette 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 (1613-1700), who had recently returned to the Royalist side. Such emotion. 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. I am waiting eagerly for the second season and I really hope to see you write about it then. Do you even think hed allow her to end things? 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). You did this to her. Louis looks shocked: Brother. Philippe will have none of it: We warned you. I also cannot figure out why Louis and others speak freely in front of the guards when even they are unsure of their loyalty. Nothing. My loyalty still lays with Philippe as her husband, he has a right to lay claim to his wife. Then Philippe walks out, still dressed in his nightshirt and robe, barefoot. Henriette feels nothing for Philippe, he not having put any more effort into endearing himself to her than she to him and he also complicating things for her where Louis is concerned. Jacques 10 episodes, 2015 . He gives as good as he gets and so much worse. 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. Bontemps: For you, Sire. Shine on Bontemps, you unsubtle diamond, you. Menu. Louis persists. And even if not, we see what Philippe is capable of when hes in a jealous snit. Oh, and was it common in this era to talk about new marriages literally 2 minutes after your wife/husband died? No. for all of these. I think it would be naive of us to assume that was the first (or only) time that happened. The French musical Le Roi Soleil is always great to watch. I think he has done his younger brother irreperable harm and, at times, I wonder if he wouldnt throw Philippe to the wolves if it suited him or France. The two Ms still fight, and Louis approaches, holding the poker. I know this coming years later, but to Theresa THANK YOU SO MUCH. Also it will set Louis in a collision with Phillipe who did not want his wife to go to England for the negotiations. You clever, clever bastard. He was distraught when she died, and was fully intent on punishing those responsible (as poison was indeed thought to have killed her). Something must be done! Louis demands and now NOW he is looking scared, helpless and not at all like the King. Back with Marchal, interrogating Louvois this time. Mike did. Point 10: The abnoxious snog in front of Henriette. Pretty sure he was not the one who did the poisoning thing. and especially when he proved himself in battle and all of Paris cheered him and adored him. They fear she might have been poisoned, so King Louis XIV shuts all access To Versailles. Louis is calm but angry: then you set yourself against me. Philippe pauses, looks incredibly sad for a moment, then briefly nods. She puts her foot in her mouth. 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. And Philippe is the one who looks tortured, he is the emotional one, while Louis remains stoic. Henriette says to Philippe: Im sorry. So he tells Louis he will now deliver the man responsible for their deaths. He certainly is darker, more angry and violent than he was in real life. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. After their conversation about stealing Philippes glory and the fact that Louis never liked sharing. Nomie Schmidt, finally royal in 'Versailles' - TV Show Patrol Ive said this before in comments. My sources tell me that sadly, we will have to wait until March 2017 (Yes, NEXT YEAR!!!) Is there anything more beautiful than the scent of blossom in the air? Henriette gets out softly. If she dies it might lead to accusations and risk any potential alliance with England. Claudine tries to give her something for the pain but she wont swallow, her throat is closing up. Do you believe these women feel less pain and violation because the behaviour is condoned by the society in which they live? I cannot permit it, he says. Bontemps suddenly appears; Henriette has been calling. Close the doors! The Queen adds: we must put her in the bed. Louis nods; in she goes. 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. He was a noble, he knew the rules.) 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. 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 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. And Montespan was married too, so in the eyes of the church that was double adultery. Philippe has been by her side throughout this. I neglected to include the phrase in my opinion. Back outside, to a view of Versailles under construction (I love these pre-glory shots!) Spooks), it was no surprise when this drama arrived with a hearty dollop of sex, violence, tension, and intrigue. In the case of Versailles, VERSAILLES TV Drama on BBC2: The Real History Behind The Show - Greg Jenner A begrudging father/daughter mentor role, and she eventually warms him up a bit? In one of the episodes did we see Clermont messing with the doctors box of bottles. The rape scene was repugnant and Phillipes actions were out of character with the Phillipe we saw in the rest of the season. Right. Still wouldve loved to read your long comment was it complimentary? They could not be more different in this moment. And silently walks to the window. 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!) And our enemies have stopped at nothing to destroy it. And the next shot is Louis in slow-mo, walking out. 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). keep him occupied in body and mind, adds Louis with a brief smile. No context is provided about who he is, no indication he is married. Thank you all! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Just another way Louis is emasculating him, making him a laughing stock in French society. We are NOT touching her! Philippe finally says. Thank you so much for your in depth response to my question. Henriette is Philippes wife, his property, his to do with as he wishes.