1 00:00:01,333 --> 00:00:30,700 ♪ 2 00:00:30,700 --> 00:00:32,800 [Horse neighs] 3 00:00:32,800 --> 00:00:53,800 ♪ 4 00:00:53,800 --> 00:00:56,500 Oh look, another snow queen and her king. 5 00:00:56,500 --> 00:00:59,433 Look, there, there. [Laughs] 6 00:00:59,433 --> 00:01:01,833 People are building statues to thank your mom. 7 00:01:01,833 --> 00:01:03,733 and dad for his charity. 8 00:01:03,733 --> 00:01:06,933 There are snow kings and queens all over France. 9 00:01:06,933 --> 00:01:09,100 But there are no snow princesses. 10 00:01:09,100 --> 00:01:11,833 People like your parents, but they don't like you that much. 11 00:01:11,833 --> 00:01:14,100 Marie: Yolande is joking. [Kiss] 12 00:01:15,666 --> 00:01:17,666 Slow down, driver! 13 00:01:17,666 --> 00:01:19,533 Driver: Wow! 14 00:01:19,533 --> 00:01:21,133 Marie: Well, I think it's wonderful. 15 00:01:21,133 --> 00:01:23,333 This shows that when we are kind to our subjects, 16 00:01:23,333 --> 00:01:26,000 They are kind to us. 17 00:01:29,000 --> 00:01:32,133 Is that person on the stairs? 18 00:01:33,800 --> 00:01:36,100 Leave it. We have already distributed all the supplies. 19 00:01:36,100 --> 00:01:38,233 Bring a skin, Lamballe. 20 00:01:38,233 --> 00:01:40,233 [The door opens] Mousseline, stay here. 21 00:01:43,866 --> 00:01:46,000 [Horse neighs] 22 00:01:47,466 --> 00:01:49,066 Guard: Your Majesty, be careful. 23 00:01:49,066 --> 00:01:51,266 It won't hurt us. He's barely alive. 24 00:01:51,266 --> 00:01:53,966 Man: Your Majesty, here! 25 00:01:56,400 --> 00:01:58,400 Guard: Be careful, Your Majesty. 26 00:01:58,400 --> 00:02:00,466 Distant Man: Throw him a crown! 27 00:02:00,466 --> 00:02:02,233 Marie: Sir, can you hear us? 28 00:02:02,233 --> 00:02:03,566 Back, back, back, back. 29 00:02:03,566 --> 00:02:05,566 Marie: There's more. 30 00:02:05,566 --> 00:02:07,533 They will also expect us to help them. 31 00:02:07,533 --> 00:02:09,233 Madame Royale: Mom, look! 32 00:02:09,233 --> 00:02:10,700 Maybe they don't believe that we no longer have anything to give. 33 00:02:10,700 --> 00:02:12,266 Mousseline. Guard: Look! 34 00:02:12,266 --> 00:02:13,733 Princess, back. Marie: Muslin, 35 00:02:13,733 --> 00:02:15,133 Return to the carriage. No, don't touch her! 36 00:02:15,133 --> 00:02:16,366 [Man gasps] Oh! 37 00:02:16,366 --> 00:02:17,666 Guard: Protect the Queen! 38 00:02:17,666 --> 00:02:19,700 [indistinct chatter, shouts] 39 00:02:21,900 --> 00:02:23,933 Oh! Woman: No! 40 00:02:25,733 --> 00:02:27,400 Man: Your Majesty! 41 00:02:27,400 --> 00:02:29,133 Keep going! 42 00:02:29,133 --> 00:02:33,933 ♪ 43 00:02:33,933 --> 00:02:36,933 [Distant screams fade away] 44 00:02:36,933 --> 00:02:38,933 [theme music plays] 45 00:02:38,933 --> 00:03:27,466 ♪ 46 00:03:00,800 --> 00:03:27,466 ♪ 47 00:03:31,766 --> 00:03:34,933 Rohan: From the depths of this cruel winter, 48 00:03:34,933 --> 00:03:37,200 Lord, hear our cry. 49 00:03:37,200 --> 00:03:39,833 Protect us from despair 50 00:03:39,833 --> 00:03:44,033 As we labor in the dark trenches of human existence, 51 00:03:44,033 --> 00:03:46,833 committed to the relentless 52 00:03:46,833 --> 00:03:50,266 and the useless search for ephemeral triumph. 53 00:03:50,266 --> 00:03:51,833 [Sneezes] 54 00:03:51,833 --> 00:03:54,866 Rohan: Free us from this endless torment. 55 00:03:54,866 --> 00:03:57,300 [Coughs] The weather or this sermon? 56 00:03:57,300 --> 00:03:58,900 [Snoring] 57 00:03:58,900 --> 00:04:00,733 Rohan: Guide us, Lord, 58 00:04:00,733 --> 00:04:03,766 Through life's pitiful luxuries, 59 00:04:03,766 --> 00:04:08,066 where every step is a problem. 60 00:04:08,066 --> 00:04:11,033 Warm up our cold meat 61 00:04:11,033 --> 00:04:14,966 and feed our hungry bellies with your forgiveness. 62 00:04:14,966 --> 00:04:16,766 Marie: Oh, hypocrite. 63 00:04:16,766 --> 00:04:18,300 He is such a... 64 00:04:18,300 --> 00:04:21,466 Nobody in this place is dying of hunger. 65 00:04:21,466 --> 00:04:23,433 and even less so Cardinal Rohan. 66 00:04:23,433 --> 00:04:25,800 Rohan: And protect us. 67 00:04:25,800 --> 00:04:30,033 of the plans of the villains who wish to harm us. 68 00:04:30,033 --> 00:04:31,866 [Horse snorts] 69 00:04:31,866 --> 00:04:44,900 ♪ 70 00:04:44,900 --> 00:04:46,900 [The door closes] 71 00:04:46,900 --> 00:04:50,400 ♪ 72 00:04:50,400 --> 00:04:53,600 [Sneers] Oh, please. Don't you know who I am? 73 00:04:53,600 --> 00:05:02,400 ♪ 74 00:05:02,400 --> 00:05:04,466 [Speaks interchangeably] 75 00:05:08,300 --> 00:05:10,300 Marie: The ladies of Versailles not only 76 00:05:10,300 --> 00:05:12,500 obtain the body of Christ. 77 00:05:12,500 --> 00:05:14,833 No, they also taste Rohan's finger. 78 00:05:14,833 --> 00:05:16,666 Look at this. 79 00:05:16,666 --> 00:05:25,100 ♪ 80 00:05:25,100 --> 00:05:27,200 Ah! I'm sorry. 81 00:05:27,200 --> 00:05:29,600 How clumsy. 82 00:05:31,100 --> 00:05:32,700 Ah! I'm sorry. 83 00:05:32,700 --> 00:05:34,933 I'm very sorry, excuse me. 84 00:05:34,933 --> 00:05:43,300 ♪ 85 00:05:43,300 --> 00:05:45,966 Marie: He should have been exiled years ago. 86 00:05:45,966 --> 00:05:48,633 Instead, they made him a cardinal. 87 00:05:48,633 --> 00:05:50,933 and no woman dares to complain about him. 88 00:05:50,933 --> 00:05:52,900 You complain about him constantly. 89 00:05:52,900 --> 00:05:54,866 I'm not a woman. 90 00:05:54,866 --> 00:05:56,966 I am a queen. 91 00:05:56,966 --> 00:05:59,000 I'm not afraid of anyone. 92 00:05:59,000 --> 00:06:01,133 Not even Rohan. 93 00:06:01,133 --> 00:06:03,733 ♪ 94 00:06:03,733 --> 00:06:06,333 [Both laugh] 95 00:06:06,333 --> 00:06:08,166 Vergennes: Your cousin, the Duke of Chartres, wishes you 96 00:06:08,166 --> 00:06:10,766 Permission to expand the Royal Palace. 97 00:06:10,766 --> 00:06:12,500 Louis: He refused. Vergennes: The house 98 00:06:12,500 --> 00:06:13,900 The committee has drawn up a short list 99 00:06:13,900 --> 00:06:15,300 of artists to paint your new portrait. 100 00:06:15,300 --> 00:06:17,200 Marie: Good. Cardinal Rohan reiterates it. 101 00:06:17,200 --> 00:06:18,800 his desire to serve in his cabinet. 102 00:06:18,800 --> 00:06:20,400 Over my dead body. Louis: You agreed. 103 00:06:20,400 --> 00:06:22,400 Stay out of politics. Rohan is personal. 104 00:06:22,400 --> 00:06:24,400 He called my mother an old despot. 105 00:06:24,400 --> 00:06:25,633 Despotic old witch. Bag. 106 00:06:25,633 --> 00:06:27,366 Vergennes: Hag, Your Majesty. 107 00:06:27,366 --> 00:06:29,033 Marie: Breteuil, what else? Observed witnesses 108 00:06:29,033 --> 00:06:30,633 Your favorite sitting next to you 109 00:06:30,633 --> 00:06:32,300 in the cabin. [Laughs] 110 00:06:32,300 --> 00:06:34,100 Yolande will be reminded that only a duchess 111 00:06:34,100 --> 00:06:36,700 You can sit in my presence. She will also be whipped. 112 00:06:36,700 --> 00:06:38,300 Excellent. [Both laugh] 113 00:06:38,300 --> 00:06:40,300 The Marquis Lafayette is waiting 114 00:06:40,300 --> 00:06:42,700 in the Bull's Eye. 115 00:06:42,700 --> 00:06:44,700 The court jeweler will receive you in the antechamber. 116 00:06:44,700 --> 00:06:46,266 Good morning, madam. Louis. 117 00:06:46,266 --> 00:06:49,866 Leave us. Thank you. 118 00:06:49,866 --> 00:06:51,866 [Footsteps are heard] 119 00:06:51,866 --> 00:06:54,500 I need more money for the relief effort. 120 00:06:54,500 --> 00:06:56,766 Because? People are building effigies. 121 00:06:56,766 --> 00:06:58,033 to thank us for our help. 122 00:06:58,033 --> 00:07:01,000 It's still cold in the streets. 123 00:07:01,000 --> 00:07:03,233 There is plenty of money. The war ended. 124 00:07:03,233 --> 00:07:05,233 Of course. 125 00:07:05,233 --> 00:07:08,533 Spend what you need. You look tired. 126 00:07:09,733 --> 00:07:11,666 You too. pregnancy, 127 00:07:11,666 --> 00:07:13,966 Your charity. You're doing too much. 128 00:07:13,966 --> 00:07:16,700 You wouldn't know it. You only see me at mass. 129 00:07:16,700 --> 00:07:18,933 Well, at least you have the kids to keep you company. 130 00:07:18,933 --> 00:07:20,700 Hmm. 131 00:07:20,700 --> 00:07:22,833 Kiss them for me? 132 00:07:22,833 --> 00:07:25,433 Come on. Heh! 133 00:07:25,433 --> 00:07:27,433 [Footsteps are heard] 134 00:07:27,433 --> 00:07:38,100 ♪ 135 00:07:38,100 --> 00:07:40,100 [Children laugh] 136 00:07:40,100 --> 00:07:41,700 Mom! There's your mom. 137 00:07:41,700 --> 00:07:44,700 [The kids laugh] Hey, come on, go see her. 138 00:07:46,300 --> 00:07:48,033 Quick, Antoinette, the hyenas are coming! 139 00:07:48,033 --> 00:07:50,033 Man: Your Majesty, please! Woman: Your Majesty? 140 00:07:50,033 --> 00:07:52,100 Marie: So, mwah! 141 00:07:52,100 --> 00:07:54,200 Meet me in my rooms for hot chocolate. 142 00:07:54,200 --> 00:07:56,466 Here we go, here we go. 143 00:07:56,466 --> 00:07:58,300 [distant cries] 144 00:07:58,300 --> 00:08:00,966 Let's get out of here. Yes. 145 00:08:00,966 --> 00:08:04,166 Do you have those sweets? This baby loves sugar. 146 00:08:04,166 --> 00:08:05,766 Well, they were in my pocket a second ago. 147 00:08:05,766 --> 00:08:07,300 No... Oh, you ate them all. 148 00:08:07,300 --> 00:08:09,300 You are a pig! I don't know where they are. 149 00:08:09,300 --> 00:08:12,866 Man: Wait, wait! [Everyone speaks at the same time] 150 00:08:12,866 --> 00:08:14,866 [Buzzer] 151 00:08:14,866 --> 00:08:27,366 ♪ 152 00:08:27,366 --> 00:08:41,200 ♪ 153 00:08:44,166 --> 00:08:46,866 This must be the most perfect presentation. 154 00:08:57,500 --> 00:09:07,666 ♪ 155 00:09:07,666 --> 00:09:09,666 Woman: Your Majesty. 156 00:09:09,666 --> 00:09:13,666 ♪ 157 00:09:13,666 --> 00:09:15,666 Guard: You are not allowed to enter. 158 00:09:15,666 --> 00:09:17,300 [Sighs] 159 00:09:18,800 --> 00:09:20,900 Marie: Mr. Boehmer. 160 00:09:20,900 --> 00:09:22,666 May I introduce you to the Queen of Diamonds? 161 00:09:22,666 --> 00:09:25,566 Adorned with 600 of the most precious gems. 162 00:09:25,566 --> 00:09:27,933 If I spend 2 million on a necklace, 163 00:09:27,933 --> 00:09:29,600 I will be adorned, 164 00:09:29,600 --> 00:09:31,266 from a light pole. 165 00:09:37,766 --> 00:09:39,766 Yolande, choose something from Mr. Boehmer's tray. 166 00:09:39,766 --> 00:09:42,466 Hmm. 167 00:09:42,466 --> 00:09:45,066 Marie: That will keep the debt collectors 168 00:09:45,066 --> 00:09:47,800 from your door until you find another buyer for the necklace. 169 00:09:47,800 --> 00:09:50,233 Your Majesty is very kind. 170 00:09:50,233 --> 00:09:52,800 put it on my account 171 00:09:52,800 --> 00:09:55,733 Good morning, Mr. Boehmer. 172 00:09:55,733 --> 00:10:01,933 ♪ 173 00:10:01,933 --> 00:10:03,933 Marie: Poor man. 174 00:10:03,933 --> 00:10:05,966 This is the third time he's tried to sell me that necklace. 175 00:10:05,966 --> 00:10:08,200 He deserves it for doing something so vulgar. 176 00:10:08,200 --> 00:10:12,166 Make way for the Queen, please and thank you. 177 00:10:12,166 --> 00:10:15,366 Please move. No. 178 00:10:15,366 --> 00:10:17,600 Woman: Your Majesty, please, for charity. 179 00:10:17,600 --> 00:10:19,633 Yolande: No. Woman: Please consider it. 180 00:10:23,733 --> 00:10:25,233 I wish to see Your Majesty. 181 00:10:25,233 --> 00:10:26,833 She doesn't want to see you. 182 00:10:26,833 --> 00:10:28,433 She retired to her private apartments. 183 00:10:28,433 --> 00:10:30,066 I am a Rohan. 184 00:10:30,066 --> 00:10:32,266 My family is above all the nobility of France. 185 00:10:32,266 --> 00:10:36,233 I don't submit to any damn village countess. 186 00:10:37,466 --> 00:10:39,700 Marie: Oh please continue. 187 00:10:39,700 --> 00:10:43,133 Your Majesty, y-you look radiant. 188 00:10:43,133 --> 00:10:44,633 [mocks] 189 00:10:44,633 --> 00:10:46,533 [Door closed] Bitch. 190 00:10:46,533 --> 00:10:50,300 Marie: Ah, what is that delicious smell? 191 00:10:50,300 --> 00:10:52,300 Hot chocolate. Hot chocolate? 192 00:10:52,300 --> 00:10:55,300 He he! Did you leave us something? 193 00:10:55,300 --> 00:10:57,300 Oh peace... 194 00:10:57,300 --> 00:11:00,500 [sighs] and warmth. 195 00:11:00,500 --> 00:11:03,100 Wow! 196 00:11:03,100 --> 00:11:05,833 Let's go then. Show us what you chose. 197 00:11:05,833 --> 00:11:08,366 Hmm. Mmm, take it! 198 00:11:08,366 --> 00:11:10,500 Ah! 199 00:11:10,500 --> 00:11:12,500 You are too good to me. Clearly, 200 00:11:12,500 --> 00:11:14,800 but you save my sanity daily. 201 00:11:14,800 --> 00:11:16,800 Hmm. And who else? 202 00:11:16,800 --> 00:11:20,800 Could I trust her as a governess to these little horrors? 203 00:11:20,800 --> 00:11:24,166 [The children laugh] Yolande: Exactly. 204 00:11:24,166 --> 00:11:25,533 But now I must return 205 00:11:25,533 --> 00:11:28,166 Your monstrous offspring to the nursery. 206 00:11:28,166 --> 00:11:29,933 Madame Royale has a music lesson, 207 00:11:29,933 --> 00:11:31,833 and the Dolphin needs his nap, right? 208 00:11:31,833 --> 00:11:34,566 And you too. You look pale. I? 209 00:11:34,566 --> 00:11:37,300 Too much running around Paris with blankets and brioche. 210 00:11:37,300 --> 00:11:39,500 Anyway, I must be doing something right. 211 00:11:39,500 --> 00:11:41,866 People love me. Mm. 212 00:11:41,866 --> 00:11:43,866 [Laughs] Come on, kids. 213 00:11:43,866 --> 00:11:46,266 Our perfect Queen needs to rest. 214 00:11:46,266 --> 00:11:48,500 Come on. 215 00:11:48,500 --> 00:11:50,933 Yolanda? Hmm? 216 00:11:50,933 --> 00:11:53,433 Please stay with me tonight. 217 00:11:54,600 --> 00:11:56,533 Can't. 218 00:11:56,533 --> 00:11:58,733 Vaudreuil? 219 00:11:58,733 --> 00:12:01,400 Hmm. You are very lucky to have him. 220 00:12:01,400 --> 00:12:03,366 And Jules. 221 00:12:03,366 --> 00:12:05,633 Hmm. 222 00:12:06,866 --> 00:12:27,400 ♪ 223 00:12:27,400 --> 00:12:29,400 Work. [Sighs] 224 00:12:29,400 --> 00:12:38,266 ♪ 225 00:12:38,266 --> 00:12:41,166 "Dear sister, Austria needs your help." 226 00:12:41,166 --> 00:12:42,466 [mocks] 227 00:12:42,466 --> 00:12:44,466 Well, Austria can join the queue. 228 00:12:44,466 --> 00:12:54,300 ♪ 229 00:12:54,300 --> 00:12:56,766 There, there, there. 230 00:12:56,766 --> 00:13:24,866 ♪ 231 00:13:27,333 --> 00:13:29,933 Unfortunately my information was correct. 232 00:13:29,933 --> 00:13:31,900 Irritating raid, 12 o'clock. 233 00:13:31,900 --> 00:13:33,366 Louis: Lafayette is harassing me. 234 00:13:33,366 --> 00:13:34,966 Vergennes: Pretend you haven't seen it. 235 00:13:34,966 --> 00:13:37,166 Lafayette: Your Majesty, I have returned from America. 236 00:13:37,166 --> 00:13:39,766 With greetings from Mr. Washington. 237 00:13:39,766 --> 00:13:42,766 But freedom is expensive. 238 00:13:42,766 --> 00:13:45,466 A donation would bring glory to France's reputation. 239 00:13:46,666 --> 00:13:48,700 Reputation? 240 00:13:51,866 --> 00:13:55,300 It seems you've been out of France too long, Lafayette. 241 00:13:55,300 --> 00:13:58,800 Look, our nation is a world leader in literature, 242 00:13:58,800 --> 00:14:01,033 theater, cooking, fashion, 243 00:14:01,033 --> 00:14:03,033 scientific effort, philosophical thought. 244 00:14:03,033 --> 00:14:07,033 Seeking more glory would be… unseemly. 245 00:14:07,033 --> 00:14:11,033 Maybe Mr. Washington should take care of his own reputation. 246 00:14:11,033 --> 00:14:13,833 He could start by returning the billion pounds. 247 00:14:13,833 --> 00:14:16,433 France contributed to American independence. 248 00:14:16,433 --> 00:14:22,266 ♪ 249 00:14:22,266 --> 00:14:23,866 Shameless. 250 00:14:23,866 --> 00:14:25,866 But of course, Americans are. 251 00:14:25,866 --> 00:14:28,866 Now, you still haven't named 252 00:14:28,866 --> 00:14:30,866 a financial controller, and is doing 253 00:14:30,866 --> 00:14:34,966 The market is unstable, so in the meantime, 254 00:14:34,966 --> 00:14:38,500 Can I offer myself as your financial advisor? 255 00:14:38,500 --> 00:14:40,500 [Laughs] 256 00:14:40,500 --> 00:14:43,100 I'm sorry. You? 257 00:14:43,100 --> 00:14:46,500 I want to serve the crown. Heh! No. 258 00:14:46,500 --> 00:14:48,833 Do you want to access my treasury 259 00:14:48,833 --> 00:14:51,433 so you can steal it and pay your debts. 260 00:14:51,433 --> 00:14:54,666 Manage your household budget, bro. 261 00:14:54,666 --> 00:14:56,666 Leave the economics to me. 262 00:14:56,666 --> 00:14:58,666 [Footsteps are heard] 263 00:14:58,666 --> 00:15:02,166 ♪ 264 00:15:02,166 --> 00:15:04,566 You can't do everything yourself! 265 00:15:04,566 --> 00:15:07,100 Luis: Oh, how cold! 266 00:15:07,100 --> 00:15:09,100 [Sighs] 267 00:15:09,100 --> 00:15:11,100 Wherever I'm headed, Vergennes, 268 00:15:11,100 --> 00:15:13,133 There is someone with a begging bowl. 269 00:15:14,966 --> 00:15:16,833 I bet the Sultan didn't have these problems. 270 00:15:16,833 --> 00:15:19,233 Well, I'm afraid the court of Constantinople 271 00:15:19,233 --> 00:15:21,233 It's even greedier than Versailles, 272 00:15:21,233 --> 00:15:23,800 But the sultan is enjoying a warmer winter. 273 00:15:23,800 --> 00:15:25,833 Hmm. 274 00:15:25,833 --> 00:15:27,900 Is Provence right? 275 00:15:27,900 --> 00:15:30,633 Why are the markets nervous? 276 00:15:30,633 --> 00:15:32,233 [Sighs] 277 00:15:32,233 --> 00:15:33,833 Financiers are concerned about its delay 278 00:15:33,833 --> 00:15:35,833 when appointing a financial controller 279 00:15:35,833 --> 00:15:37,700 Indicates a tax problem. 280 00:15:37,700 --> 00:15:40,300 Then we ran out of time. 281 00:15:40,300 --> 00:15:42,300 Vergennes: Yes. 282 00:15:42,300 --> 00:15:44,300 ♪ 283 00:15:44,300 --> 00:15:46,500 Who can we trust with a secret? 284 00:15:46,500 --> 00:15:50,000 What could destroy France? [Sighs] 285 00:15:50,000 --> 00:15:52,000 [indistinct chatter] 286 00:15:52,000 --> 00:16:15,166 ♪ 287 00:16:15,166 --> 00:16:17,733 I see your fans have been decorating your walls again. 288 00:16:17,733 --> 00:16:19,733 [The door closes] Philippe: I could help. 289 00:16:19,733 --> 00:16:21,733 If Versailles would stop spreading lies about me 290 00:16:21,733 --> 00:16:24,133 abandoning my ship. I don't. 291 00:16:24,133 --> 00:16:27,333 I only speak of you in the highest terms, cousin. 292 00:16:27,333 --> 00:16:30,966 Congratulations. We have company. 293 00:16:32,500 --> 00:16:35,500 Good to see you, Provence! 294 00:16:35,500 --> 00:16:39,733 Tell your knees that they are not bowing. 295 00:16:39,733 --> 00:16:41,733 They have this quaint notion 296 00:16:41,733 --> 00:16:44,233 that all men and women are equal. 297 00:16:45,466 --> 00:16:48,666 How picturesque. Don't take too long, Philippe. 298 00:16:48,666 --> 00:16:52,300 I want to read you my last chapter. 299 00:16:52,300 --> 00:16:53,900 [The door closes] 300 00:16:53,900 --> 00:16:56,500 God, she's unbearable. 301 00:16:56,500 --> 00:16:58,333 That's the difference between us. 302 00:16:58,333 --> 00:17:00,833 I adore a woman who is smarter than me. 303 00:17:00,833 --> 00:17:02,533 Well, no wonder your bed is never empty. 304 00:17:02,533 --> 00:17:04,533 [mocks] 305 00:17:04,533 --> 00:17:07,133 So what's the latest in Versailles? 306 00:17:07,133 --> 00:17:09,033 He is unable to decide. 307 00:17:09,033 --> 00:17:11,933 It has not yet appointed a financial controller. 308 00:17:11,933 --> 00:17:15,066 He is determined enough to reject my requests. 309 00:17:15,066 --> 00:17:18,333 He has denied me permission to expand the game rooms. 310 00:17:18,333 --> 00:17:21,333 To be fair, they have converted the Palais Royal 311 00:17:21,333 --> 00:17:23,233 in a den of iniquity. 312 00:17:23,233 --> 00:17:26,533 The court jokers call you "the shopkeeper." [mocks] 313 00:17:26,533 --> 00:17:29,133 Perhaps it would be more appropriate to say "brothel owner." 314 00:17:29,133 --> 00:17:31,133 Well, you guys left me out. 315 00:17:31,133 --> 00:17:33,566 How else am I supposed to support my children? 316 00:17:33,566 --> 00:17:35,566 And their various mothers. 317 00:17:35,566 --> 00:17:37,566 Where is the official wife these days? 318 00:17:37,566 --> 00:17:40,366 I haven't seen the old lady in a while. 319 00:17:40,366 --> 00:17:42,133 In the field. 320 00:17:42,133 --> 00:17:44,833 I'm still in a bad mood because you ran away with her dowry. 321 00:17:44,833 --> 00:17:48,233 In prostitutes? How petty, but it doesn't matter. 322 00:17:48,233 --> 00:17:50,833 The world and your wife think you are a libertine. 323 00:17:50,833 --> 00:17:52,666 and a coward. 324 00:17:52,666 --> 00:17:54,466 But who cares? 325 00:17:54,466 --> 00:17:57,066 You are one of the richest men in France. 326 00:17:57,066 --> 00:18:00,533 Reputation is everything, cousin. 327 00:18:00,533 --> 00:18:04,266 And thanks to our glorious King, mine is lost. 328 00:18:04,266 --> 00:18:10,833 ♪ 329 00:18:10,833 --> 00:18:12,666 [Trembling] 330 00:18:12,666 --> 00:18:25,900 ♪ 331 00:18:25,900 --> 00:18:28,500 Villette? Hey? 332 00:18:28,500 --> 00:18:31,100 Villette, get your ass out of the way and help me out of my cloak. 333 00:18:31,100 --> 00:18:33,700 You arrive home late. Five minutes before. 334 00:18:33,700 --> 00:18:35,933 I would have caught you serving the baker. 335 00:18:35,933 --> 00:18:38,533 Yes, well, I have to eat. Even if I had clients, 336 00:18:38,533 --> 00:18:41,500 My inks froze days ago. 337 00:18:41,500 --> 00:18:43,500 How much did you pay for your pleasure? 338 00:18:43,500 --> 00:18:45,500 Some bread. 339 00:18:45,500 --> 00:18:47,766 Ta-da! Oh really? 340 00:18:47,766 --> 00:18:49,733 You deserve at least a couple of eclairs. 341 00:18:49,733 --> 00:18:51,733 Thank you. Did you get anything? 342 00:18:51,733 --> 00:18:53,733 Uh, yeah, huh, 343 00:18:53,733 --> 00:18:55,900 Fresh from the pockets of the favorites 344 00:18:55,900 --> 00:18:58,500 and books. That's to light the fire. 345 00:18:58,500 --> 00:19:00,533 Is that all? 346 00:19:00,533 --> 00:19:03,533 My fingers were numb. I'll be back tomorrow. 347 00:19:03,533 --> 00:19:06,233 There is more than one way to put your hand in a pocket. 348 00:19:06,233 --> 00:19:08,233 We will use a fake charity. 349 00:19:08,233 --> 00:19:10,766 "Would you mind making a donation to the poor fallen women?" 350 00:19:10,766 --> 00:19:12,766 You could shake that can anywhere in Paris. 351 00:19:12,766 --> 00:19:14,733 What is so special about Versailles? 352 00:19:14,733 --> 00:19:16,833 Life. 353 00:19:16,833 --> 00:19:18,266 Okay, pass me the books. 354 00:19:18,266 --> 00:19:20,200 We will start with Voltaire. 355 00:19:20,200 --> 00:19:22,166 Burn more slowly. 356 00:19:22,166 --> 00:19:36,400 ♪ 357 00:19:36,400 --> 00:19:38,433 [The door closes] 358 00:19:47,866 --> 00:20:13,066 ♪ 359 00:20:13,066 --> 00:20:15,366 Marie: "Destiny has marked us 360 00:20:15,366 --> 00:20:17,966 "A line between us"... [Knock on the door] 361 00:20:17,966 --> 00:20:20,033 "but it has no power 362 00:20:20,033 --> 00:20:23,466 "to keep you out of my mind. 363 00:20:23,466 --> 00:20:26,466 "I'm lost in thoughts of you." 364 00:20:26,466 --> 00:20:28,566 ♪ 365 00:20:28,566 --> 00:20:30,900 "These forbidden letters 366 00:20:30,900 --> 00:20:33,500 "They are my comfort, 367 00:20:37,666 --> 00:20:39,833 Good morning, Your Majesty. 368 00:20:39,833 --> 00:20:42,633 Others: Good morning, Your Majesty. 369 00:20:42,633 --> 00:20:44,633 [Yawning] 370 00:20:44,633 --> 00:20:46,966 What is all this? 371 00:20:46,966 --> 00:20:50,666 Uh, gifts, Your Majesty, from an admirer. 372 00:20:50,666 --> 00:20:53,333 Marie: Oh, beautiful. 373 00:20:53,333 --> 00:20:55,500 Uh, are there any notes? 374 00:20:55,500 --> 00:20:57,133 There is. 375 00:20:57,133 --> 00:20:59,133 "Diamonds to soothe the ears 376 00:20:59,133 --> 00:21:02,133 "hurt by my careless words. 377 00:21:02,133 --> 00:21:05,733 "Roses the color of my repentant blush 378 00:21:05,733 --> 00:21:08,333 "and my cardinal's robes." 379 00:21:08,333 --> 00:21:09,966 Are the gifts from Rohan? 380 00:21:09,966 --> 00:21:12,333 [Laughing] Well, who else? [Spits] 381 00:21:12,333 --> 00:21:14,333 ♪ 382 00:21:14,333 --> 00:21:17,333 He thinks he can buy me. 383 00:21:17,333 --> 00:21:19,533 He insulted Yolande, 384 00:21:19,533 --> 00:21:24,000 And now he's sending me gifts. [mocks] 385 00:21:24,000 --> 00:21:26,000 Gifts. I love listening to you. 386 00:21:26,000 --> 00:21:27,600 I complain about Rohan, but I have... 387 00:21:27,600 --> 00:21:29,600 But why is that... a country to govern? 388 00:21:29,600 --> 00:21:32,200 Do the most privileged families always want more from us? 389 00:21:32,200 --> 00:21:34,833 [Sighs] Welcome to Versailles. 390 00:21:37,366 --> 00:21:39,400 You are the King. 391 00:21:40,966 --> 00:21:42,600 change it 392 00:21:43,866 --> 00:21:45,866 We were able... 393 00:21:45,866 --> 00:21:49,133 make some new promotions, 394 00:21:49,133 --> 00:21:51,133 increase pensions, 395 00:21:51,133 --> 00:21:53,733 Show eligible families 396 00:21:53,733 --> 00:21:56,733 that we are a modern regime that rewards service 397 00:21:56,733 --> 00:21:59,900 and loyalty above high birth. 398 00:22:02,900 --> 00:22:05,500 The head of my stables. 399 00:22:05,500 --> 00:22:08,100 He has always been a loyal companion. 400 00:22:08,100 --> 00:22:11,100 He should have a big pension. 401 00:22:11,100 --> 00:22:13,900 And...and Claudine. 402 00:22:13,900 --> 00:22:15,900 Yes. She cooked for you. 403 00:22:15,900 --> 00:22:18,500 Since you were little. Exactly. Um... 404 00:22:18,500 --> 00:22:20,500 And what about...? 405 00:22:20,500 --> 00:22:23,133 What about the children's governess? 406 00:22:26,933 --> 00:22:29,233 I don't know why everyone is so outraged by this book. 407 00:22:29,233 --> 00:22:31,900 It is really very docile. Calonne: Well, when it comes to... 408 00:22:31,900 --> 00:22:33,833 As for debauchery, you Polignacs set the bar very high. 409 00:22:33,833 --> 00:22:36,266 Or maybe, Calonne, you've simply led a very boring life. 410 00:22:36,266 --> 00:22:39,133 Hmm. Double or nothing? Heh! Deal done. 411 00:22:42,066 --> 00:22:43,633 How the hell? 412 00:22:43,633 --> 00:22:45,000 geometry, physics, 413 00:22:45,000 --> 00:22:46,866 and surprising mental acuity. 414 00:22:46,866 --> 00:22:49,066 So for me it's £20,000. 415 00:22:49,066 --> 00:22:51,266 Added to its pending losses, 416 00:22:51,266 --> 00:22:54,866 and with compound interest applied, you owe me 81,426. 417 00:22:54,866 --> 00:22:57,100 What the devil? Calonne: I rounded. 418 00:22:57,100 --> 00:22:59,633 Here. Down payment. 419 00:22:59,633 --> 00:23:03,266 Excuse me. That was from my mother. 420 00:23:03,266 --> 00:23:04,766 you never use it 421 00:23:04,766 --> 00:23:06,600 It's not the point. 422 00:23:06,600 --> 00:23:09,433 Jules: My goodness. 423 00:23:09,433 --> 00:23:11,066 They have made me duke! 424 00:23:11,066 --> 00:23:12,966 ♪ 425 00:23:12,966 --> 00:23:14,200 Heh! 426 00:23:14,200 --> 00:23:16,200 ♪ 427 00:23:16,200 --> 00:23:18,800 [The door opens] 428 00:23:18,800 --> 00:23:20,900 Duchess of Polignac. 429 00:23:20,900 --> 00:23:23,300 Yolande: Thank you. [Door closes] 430 00:23:25,066 --> 00:23:27,766 Oh, thank you! 431 00:23:27,766 --> 00:23:30,733 I would kiss you too, but not even a duchess can kiss a king. 432 00:23:33,200 --> 00:23:36,800 The Queen and I wish to... remind the court 433 00:23:36,800 --> 00:23:39,400 That rank can be achieved through loyal service, 434 00:23:39,400 --> 00:23:41,733 Not just by birth. 435 00:23:41,733 --> 00:23:43,766 Marie: You are a loyal friend, 436 00:23:43,766 --> 00:23:46,366 and a dedicated governess, 437 00:23:46,366 --> 00:23:49,266 So your reward will be the highest title in the land. 438 00:23:50,466 --> 00:23:52,233 But the court will hate him. 439 00:23:52,233 --> 00:23:54,833 That's the point. [laughs] 440 00:23:54,833 --> 00:23:56,833 [Trembling] 441 00:23:56,833 --> 00:24:02,766 ♪ 442 00:24:02,766 --> 00:24:06,366 ♪ 443 00:24:06,366 --> 00:24:07,966 [Sobbing] 444 00:24:07,966 --> 00:24:14,033 ♪ 445 00:24:14,033 --> 00:24:18,233 ♪ 446 00:24:18,233 --> 00:24:20,233 Adelaide: What are you doing?! 447 00:24:20,233 --> 00:24:22,533 [Fast footsteps approaching] 448 00:24:24,066 --> 00:24:26,600 Identify yourself. 449 00:24:26,600 --> 00:24:29,166 Countess Joan of Valois. 450 00:24:29,166 --> 00:24:31,233 I feel honored. 451 00:24:32,466 --> 00:24:34,633 If you are from the royal house 452 00:24:34,633 --> 00:24:38,133 de Valois, how come we don't know you? 453 00:24:38,133 --> 00:24:40,166 ♪ 454 00:24:40,166 --> 00:24:42,300 My name is real, but I am never in Versailles. 455 00:24:42,300 --> 00:24:45,533 So many people, all looking for favor. 456 00:24:45,533 --> 00:24:48,633 And yet, here you are. 457 00:24:48,633 --> 00:24:51,066 Yes, but not for me. 458 00:24:51,066 --> 00:24:54,533 I...I'm collecting money for the poor fallen women. 459 00:24:54,533 --> 00:24:56,500 [Distant door closes] Wretched creatures! 460 00:24:56,500 --> 00:24:58,100 desecrated by the male of our species. 461 00:24:58,100 --> 00:25:00,166 Men are like that... Josefina: Adelaida! 462 00:25:00,166 --> 00:25:01,566 beasts... Josefina: Victoire! 463 00:25:01,566 --> 00:25:03,566 Don't you think? Oh yes. 464 00:25:03,566 --> 00:25:05,766 And women should 465 00:25:05,766 --> 00:25:07,766 Know that it is better not to be fooled by them. 466 00:25:07,766 --> 00:25:10,566 Josefina: The Queen, you won't believe what she has done. 467 00:25:10,566 --> 00:25:13,566 Come on. [Laughs] 468 00:25:13,566 --> 00:25:15,166 Oh. 469 00:25:15,166 --> 00:25:22,000 ♪ 470 00:25:22,000 --> 00:25:24,033 Man: Congratulations, Duchess. 471 00:25:25,600 --> 00:25:28,900 Woman: Greetings, Duchess. Thank you. He he! 472 00:25:28,900 --> 00:25:32,000 A title used to indicate a person of importance. 473 00:25:32,000 --> 00:25:34,000 Now indicates a commoner 474 00:25:34,000 --> 00:25:35,966 Who's fucking her way to the top? 475 00:25:35,966 --> 00:25:37,766 Happy for you, and you deserve it. 476 00:25:37,766 --> 00:25:39,366 Oh, thank you, ladies. Well, thanks to the Queen. 477 00:25:39,366 --> 00:25:41,100 Also. [Laughs] 478 00:25:41,100 --> 00:25:44,700 That woman has cast a spell on His Majesty. 479 00:25:44,700 --> 00:25:47,700 Hmm. No enchantment lasts forever. 480 00:25:47,700 --> 00:25:50,766 One day, the Queen will wake up. 481 00:25:50,766 --> 00:25:53,700 and see De Polignac as he really is. 482 00:25:53,700 --> 00:25:55,266 Thank you. 483 00:25:55,266 --> 00:25:57,266 She hands Polignac over to the Duchy, 484 00:25:57,266 --> 00:25:59,266 and I can't even get into the King's Council. 485 00:25:59,266 --> 00:26:01,333 You shouldn't have insulted his mother. 486 00:26:01,333 --> 00:26:03,133 It was a joke. 487 00:26:03,133 --> 00:26:05,700 Damn Austrians have no sense of humor. 488 00:26:05,700 --> 00:26:08,300 Man: Milady, you look stunning. 489 00:26:08,300 --> 00:26:09,966 Well if she thinks I'm bowing to the Duke 490 00:26:09,966 --> 00:26:12,966 and the country duchess has something else to offer. 491 00:26:15,433 --> 00:26:17,633 Majesty. 492 00:26:17,633 --> 00:26:21,800 ♪ 493 00:26:21,800 --> 00:26:23,800 Duke and Duchess of Polignac. 494 00:26:23,800 --> 00:26:25,033 Heh! 495 00:26:25,033 --> 00:26:33,500 ♪ 496 00:26:49,333 --> 00:26:51,933 [Horses snort] 497 00:26:51,933 --> 00:26:54,700 [Horse neighing in the distance] 498 00:26:54,700 --> 00:26:56,700 ♪ 499 00:26:56,700 --> 00:26:58,700 The Duke of Chartres. 500 00:26:58,700 --> 00:27:01,033 He comes here sometimes. 501 00:27:01,033 --> 00:27:03,266 I think he misses the place. Leave it. 502 00:27:04,500 --> 00:27:07,400 Luis: Let him see what he has lost. 503 00:27:07,400 --> 00:27:12,033 ♪ 504 00:27:12,033 --> 00:27:15,333 [Coughs, splutters] 505 00:27:15,333 --> 00:27:17,900 Vaudreuil! What happened? 506 00:27:17,900 --> 00:27:20,466 I'm fine. This was in his mouth. 507 00:27:20,466 --> 00:27:23,433 Your contract with the Saint James lender. 508 00:27:23,433 --> 00:27:26,033 Now you have a ducat and he wants you to pay him. 509 00:27:26,033 --> 00:27:28,366 Well, you can't get your money back from a dead man. 510 00:27:28,366 --> 00:27:30,366 Well, according to that, Vaudreuil's debts 511 00:27:30,366 --> 00:27:33,066 Don't die with him. They leave with Jules. 512 00:27:33,066 --> 00:27:35,400 We don't have that kind of money. 513 00:27:35,400 --> 00:27:37,700 [Sighs] You could ask the Queen. 514 00:27:37,700 --> 00:27:40,300 For three million pounds? You have no choice. 515 00:27:40,300 --> 00:27:42,100 Oh, I do! 516 00:27:42,100 --> 00:27:44,100 I've spent years degrading myself. 517 00:27:44,100 --> 00:27:46,033 in this place to feather your nest and his. 518 00:27:46,033 --> 00:27:47,500 I'm done. 519 00:27:47,500 --> 00:27:50,700 Vaudreuil: They will kill me. 520 00:27:50,700 --> 00:27:53,933 And then they will come for him. 521 00:27:53,933 --> 00:28:00,600 ♪ 522 00:28:00,600 --> 00:28:02,200 Take him to his family. 523 00:28:02,200 --> 00:28:04,366 [Laughing] What? In Santo Domingo? 524 00:28:04,366 --> 00:28:06,266 You will leave tonight, during the party. 525 00:28:06,266 --> 00:28:08,066 You'll be on the boat before anyone notices you're gone. 526 00:28:08,066 --> 00:28:09,500 But it's hell. You can 527 00:28:09,500 --> 00:28:11,233 I will return once I have paid the debt. 528 00:28:11,233 --> 00:28:14,000 How, if you don't ask the Queen? 529 00:28:14,000 --> 00:28:16,733 The King has a vacancy for a lover. 530 00:28:16,733 --> 00:28:18,466 Du Barry made a fortune. 531 00:28:18,466 --> 00:28:20,500 ♪ 532 00:28:20,500 --> 00:28:23,566 It also has a vacancy for a financial controller. 533 00:28:23,566 --> 00:28:25,966 I don't think you're qualified. No. 534 00:28:25,966 --> 00:28:27,800 But you are. 535 00:28:27,800 --> 00:28:30,100 You will be able to pay Vaudreuil's debts through the treasury. 536 00:28:30,100 --> 00:28:31,633 What, steal from the public treasury? 537 00:28:31,633 --> 00:28:33,700 Join the club. The entire court is in the crosshairs. 538 00:28:33,700 --> 00:28:35,666 The King has rejected all requests 539 00:28:35,666 --> 00:28:37,266 for the position of financial controller. 540 00:28:37,266 --> 00:28:39,466 Why would I accept mine? 541 00:28:39,466 --> 00:28:40,933 Leave it to me. 542 00:28:40,933 --> 00:28:43,633 ♪ 543 00:28:43,633 --> 00:28:45,466 Pack your bags. 544 00:28:45,466 --> 00:28:48,666 [Child laughing] 545 00:28:48,666 --> 00:28:50,866 [Blowing raspberries] 546 00:28:50,866 --> 00:28:52,866 [Giggles continue] 547 00:28:52,866 --> 00:28:55,900 [Laughing, blowing raspberries] 548 00:28:57,466 --> 00:29:00,400 [clears throat] 549 00:29:00,400 --> 00:29:03,400 D-Duchess, I, uh... [Clears throat] 550 00:29:03,400 --> 00:29:06,000 I... I didn't see you there. 551 00:29:06,000 --> 00:29:07,600 I always check on the children. 552 00:29:07,600 --> 00:29:09,466 before going to sleep. 553 00:29:09,466 --> 00:29:12,400 Me too. 554 00:29:12,400 --> 00:29:16,033 It's strange that we haven't met. 555 00:29:20,400 --> 00:29:23,933 When he is in a bad mood, he likes to chew this. 556 00:29:29,300 --> 00:29:31,300 [Louis laughs] 557 00:29:31,300 --> 00:29:33,700 You are an excellent governess. 558 00:29:33,700 --> 00:29:35,966 You are an excellent father. 559 00:29:40,633 --> 00:29:42,233 People tend to be more worried 560 00:29:42,233 --> 00:29:44,033 with my abilities as a King. 561 00:29:45,600 --> 00:29:47,666 I have to go. 562 00:29:47,666 --> 00:29:49,066 [Kiss] Mm. 563 00:29:49,066 --> 00:29:51,900 I have so little time these days. 564 00:29:54,766 --> 00:29:56,733 You could have more free time 565 00:29:56,733 --> 00:29:59,500 If you appointed a financial controller. 566 00:30:01,066 --> 00:30:03,766 You are overreaching, Duchess. 567 00:30:03,766 --> 00:30:08,233 I... I come to kindergarten to escape politics. 568 00:30:08,233 --> 00:30:11,200 [Footsteps receding] 569 00:30:11,200 --> 00:30:15,200 [The door opens and closes] 570 00:30:15,200 --> 00:30:17,833 Marie: Isn't this lace adorable? 571 00:30:17,833 --> 00:30:19,433 Woman: Yes. How pretty. 572 00:30:19,433 --> 00:30:21,433 It's beautiful. No jewelry. 573 00:30:21,433 --> 00:30:24,066 It's just a little party with Yolande. 574 00:30:26,666 --> 00:30:28,866 Thanks for not being difficult. 575 00:30:28,866 --> 00:30:30,866 about his rise. 576 00:30:30,866 --> 00:30:32,866 I'd hate for you to be jealous. 577 00:30:32,866 --> 00:30:34,866 Oh, why would I be jealous? 578 00:30:34,866 --> 00:30:36,866 I am a princess. 579 00:30:36,866 --> 00:30:40,866 I will always be higher in rank than a duchess. 580 00:30:40,866 --> 00:30:43,866 I reward loyalty. Hmm. 581 00:30:43,866 --> 00:30:45,866 She is loyal. 582 00:30:45,866 --> 00:30:48,166 I'm sure it is. [The door opens] 583 00:30:48,166 --> 00:30:50,766 [Indistinct chatter and laughter] 584 00:30:50,766 --> 00:31:05,533 ♪ 585 00:31:05,533 --> 00:31:07,733 Am I a financial controller? Not yet. 586 00:31:07,733 --> 00:31:09,733 Have Vaudreuil and Jules packed their bags yet? 587 00:31:09,733 --> 00:31:11,333 They are gone. 588 00:31:11,333 --> 00:31:13,866 He went away? Without saying goodbye? 589 00:31:13,866 --> 00:31:16,866 Well, they had to take a chance when the coast was clear. 590 00:31:16,866 --> 00:31:20,933 ♪ 591 00:31:20,933 --> 00:31:22,533 Let me. 592 00:31:22,533 --> 00:31:31,033 ♪ 593 00:31:31,033 --> 00:31:33,166 I thought it would be you and me. 594 00:31:33,166 --> 00:31:35,766 What... what is this? 595 00:31:35,766 --> 00:31:37,766 A small party. 596 00:31:37,766 --> 00:31:38,900 Just a few friends. 597 00:31:39,433 --> 00:31:40,166 Maria: Rohan? 598 00:31:40,166 --> 00:31:42,133 Did you invite Rohan? 599 00:31:42,133 --> 00:31:44,333 He invited himself. 600 00:31:46,000 --> 00:31:47,866 I want to go 601 00:31:47,866 --> 00:31:50,266 Then we'll see you tomorrow. 602 00:31:50,266 --> 00:31:52,266 Heh! 603 00:31:52,266 --> 00:31:55,400 Oh, I wish you would come with me. 604 00:31:55,400 --> 00:31:59,166 Just... go and rest. 605 00:32:01,733 --> 00:32:04,700 Maybe write a letter with lemon juice? 606 00:32:04,700 --> 00:32:07,066 You always feel better after that. 607 00:32:08,300 --> 00:32:12,066 You run the risk of seeming ungrateful... 608 00:32:12,066 --> 00:32:14,066 [Whispers] Duchess. 609 00:32:14,066 --> 00:32:16,233 ♪ 610 00:32:16,233 --> 00:32:18,466 Everything I have you have given me. 611 00:32:18,466 --> 00:32:20,833 of your own will, for your own reasons. 612 00:32:20,833 --> 00:32:22,800 I am not indebted to you. 613 00:32:22,800 --> 00:32:30,400 ♪ 614 00:32:30,400 --> 00:32:33,000 [Exhales shakily] 615 00:32:33,000 --> 00:32:55,066 ♪ 616 00:32:56,233 --> 00:32:58,233 [Water dripping] Mm. 617 00:32:58,233 --> 00:33:00,100 [Groan] 618 00:33:03,200 --> 00:33:04,800 Oh. 619 00:33:04,800 --> 00:33:07,000 [Sighs] 620 00:33:07,000 --> 00:33:09,233 [Whispers] Villette. 621 00:33:09,233 --> 00:33:10,833 Hey? 622 00:33:10,833 --> 00:33:12,400 [Sighs] 623 00:33:12,400 --> 00:33:14,866 The other day I saw the court jeweler. 624 00:33:14,866 --> 00:33:16,733 Hey. 625 00:33:16,733 --> 00:33:18,733 He was carrying a jewelry box. 626 00:33:18,733 --> 00:33:21,100 as big as a car. 627 00:33:21,100 --> 00:33:23,100 Let me guess. 628 00:33:23,100 --> 00:33:24,966 It contained a diamond necklace. 629 00:33:24,966 --> 00:33:27,533 Why not? Because it doesn't exist. 630 00:33:27,533 --> 00:33:28,966 Why would a jeweler do anything? 631 00:33:28,966 --> 00:33:30,366 That no one in the world can afford? 632 00:33:30,366 --> 00:33:32,366 Because the old king asked him to 633 00:33:32,366 --> 00:33:33,966 and then he fell dead of smallpox 634 00:33:33,966 --> 00:33:35,966 before I can pay it. 635 00:33:35,966 --> 00:33:37,566 [Sighs] Is that your foot? 636 00:33:37,566 --> 00:33:40,200 Or a piece of ice? Get it off me. 637 00:33:42,466 --> 00:33:44,666 I'm going to break 638 00:33:44,666 --> 00:33:47,800 ...in the Queen's private apartments... 639 00:33:47,800 --> 00:33:50,500 the rooms where the public cannot enter, 640 00:33:50,500 --> 00:33:53,100 the place where you really live, 641 00:33:53,100 --> 00:33:55,800 in his room adorned with rubies. 642 00:33:55,800 --> 00:33:57,800 I bet she keeps her secret. 643 00:33:57,800 --> 00:33:59,800 jewelry collection under her bed. 644 00:33:59,800 --> 00:34:01,466 You will never be able to get past the guard. 645 00:34:01,466 --> 00:34:03,433 [Sneers] Oh, please. 646 00:34:03,433 --> 00:34:05,333 We will leave at dawn. 647 00:34:05,333 --> 00:34:06,966 Oh. 648 00:34:08,366 --> 00:34:10,966 One of these days, Jeanne, 649 00:34:10,966 --> 00:34:12,833 You will go too far. 650 00:34:12,833 --> 00:34:15,433 ♪ 651 00:34:15,433 --> 00:34:18,033 [Church bells ringing in the distance] 652 00:34:18,033 --> 00:34:20,200 ♪ 653 00:34:20,200 --> 00:34:22,200 Yolanda: Antoinette! 654 00:34:22,200 --> 00:34:24,833 ♪ 655 00:34:24,833 --> 00:34:27,833 I was cruel. I'm sorry. 656 00:34:27,833 --> 00:34:29,833 ♪ 657 00:34:29,833 --> 00:34:32,500 I have given you everything, 658 00:34:32,500 --> 00:34:35,100 and you can't even give me your friendship. 659 00:34:35,100 --> 00:34:37,900 I'm thinking about saying goodbye to you. 660 00:34:37,900 --> 00:34:39,900 I was upset, okay? 661 00:34:39,900 --> 00:34:41,900 Vaudreuil and Jules are gone. 662 00:34:41,900 --> 00:34:43,900 They left last night during the party. 663 00:34:43,900 --> 00:34:45,900 They went to Santo Domingo 664 00:34:45,900 --> 00:34:47,900 to escape the debt of Vaudreuil. 665 00:34:47,900 --> 00:34:49,866 ♪ 666 00:34:49,866 --> 00:34:51,833 What happened? 667 00:34:51,833 --> 00:34:53,833 He bet everything. 668 00:34:53,833 --> 00:34:55,866 His inheritance, all our pensions. 669 00:34:55,866 --> 00:34:57,666 If he had stayed, he would have lost all our income. 670 00:34:57,666 --> 00:34:59,666 Also from the new duchy. 671 00:34:59,666 --> 00:35:02,333 Antoinette... 672 00:35:02,333 --> 00:35:05,133 I'm sorry, I expressed myself wrong. 673 00:35:05,133 --> 00:35:07,533 I deserve your anger and I understand it. 674 00:35:07,533 --> 00:35:09,600 If you want to say goodbye to me. 675 00:35:10,833 --> 00:35:13,433 ♪ 676 00:35:13,433 --> 00:35:16,000 I could never let you go. 677 00:35:17,200 --> 00:35:19,200 Antoinette, 678 00:35:19,200 --> 00:35:21,666 I am very happy to be your friend. 679 00:35:21,666 --> 00:35:23,666 [Whispers] I'm so happy. 680 00:35:23,666 --> 00:35:30,266 ♪ 681 00:35:30,266 --> 00:35:32,866 But I can't be your everything. 682 00:35:32,866 --> 00:35:35,866 Can. I can't. 683 00:35:35,866 --> 00:35:37,866 Can. No, I can't. 684 00:35:37,866 --> 00:35:40,866 There is only one person who can be. 685 00:35:40,866 --> 00:35:44,466 And it's not here, but it will be soon. 686 00:35:44,466 --> 00:35:47,866 ♪ 687 00:35:47,866 --> 00:35:49,833 I just heard Captain Fersen's regiment. 688 00:35:49,833 --> 00:35:52,400 It sailed from the Caribbean two months ago. 689 00:35:52,400 --> 00:35:54,400 ♪ 690 00:35:54,400 --> 00:35:57,000 Your Swedish soldier is coming home. 691 00:35:57,000 --> 00:36:01,066 ♪ 692 00:36:01,066 --> 00:36:03,066 Woman: Where were you last night? 693 00:36:03,066 --> 00:36:05,066 Louis: I heard it was lovely. 694 00:36:05,066 --> 00:36:07,066 Oh, it was a delight. [Groans] 695 00:36:07,066 --> 00:36:08,233 Oh my god! What's happening? 696 00:36:08,233 --> 00:36:10,333 My God! Please help this man. 697 00:36:10,333 --> 00:36:12,366 Are you drunk? Go find a doctor! 698 00:36:12,366 --> 00:36:14,733 No, it's not. Help me! Help me! 699 00:36:14,733 --> 00:36:17,966 [Choking] He's possessed! 700 00:36:17,966 --> 00:36:19,733 The devil is inside him. 701 00:36:19,733 --> 00:36:21,733 Guards! Guards! 702 00:36:21,733 --> 00:36:23,800 Guard: Leave the man alone. 703 00:36:23,800 --> 00:36:25,800 [Choking] Just breathe. 704 00:36:25,800 --> 00:36:28,000 What I do? I'm going to find a doctor! 705 00:36:28,000 --> 00:36:31,000 Jeanne: Yes. Yes, immediately. 706 00:36:31,000 --> 00:36:33,566 Man: Everything is going to be fine. Help is on the way. 707 00:36:41,133 --> 00:38:07,866 ♪ 708 00:38:07,866 --> 00:38:09,866 [Footsteps approaching] 709 00:38:09,866 --> 00:38:25,100 ♪ 710 00:38:27,300 --> 00:38:31,433 ♪ 711 00:38:31,433 --> 00:38:33,233 No. 712 00:38:34,566 --> 00:38:35,866 No. 713 00:38:37,566 --> 00:38:39,366 No, no, no. 714 00:38:41,033 --> 00:38:43,900 No! 715 00:38:43,900 --> 00:38:52,600 ♪ 716 00:38:52,600 --> 00:38:55,000 [Close the window] 717 00:38:55,000 --> 00:38:56,966 [indistinct chatter] 718 00:38:56,966 --> 00:39:01,333 ♪ 719 00:39:01,333 --> 00:39:03,333 It's not like the rest of Versailles. 720 00:39:03,333 --> 00:39:06,166 The apartments are very small and quiet, and I found... 721 00:39:06,166 --> 00:39:07,766 The Queen's day room immediately. 722 00:39:07,766 --> 00:39:09,366 Were the walls made of rubies? No. 723 00:39:09,366 --> 00:39:11,966 No, but I have some paper to write on. 724 00:39:11,966 --> 00:39:15,833 a metal bird that sings, and...this. 725 00:39:15,833 --> 00:39:18,433 Jeweler's drawing of diamond necklace. 726 00:39:18,433 --> 00:39:20,433 Yes it exists! [laughs] 727 00:39:20,433 --> 00:39:23,033 Countess of Valois! 728 00:39:23,033 --> 00:39:25,833 Oh shit. Smile. Mm-hmm. 729 00:39:27,366 --> 00:39:30,933 Madam Victoire, allow me to introduce you 730 00:39:30,933 --> 00:39:34,300 Father Loth, a tireless supporter 731 00:39:34,300 --> 00:39:36,333 of the poor fallen women. Lady. 732 00:39:39,300 --> 00:39:41,300 your problem 733 00:39:41,300 --> 00:39:43,866 here no one gives without receiving 734 00:39:43,866 --> 00:39:46,466 something in return. 735 00:39:46,466 --> 00:39:49,266 I've been thinking, 736 00:39:49,266 --> 00:39:52,866 Maybe, if you had an important employer, 737 00:39:52,866 --> 00:39:55,866 Courtiers made donations to gain their favor. 738 00:39:55,866 --> 00:39:59,800 ♪ 739 00:39:59,800 --> 00:40:02,400 You are very intelligent. [laughs] 740 00:40:02,400 --> 00:40:05,433 But where can I find this patron? 741 00:40:06,966 --> 00:40:10,700 The Queen often supports daring causes. 742 00:40:12,466 --> 00:40:14,466 Write to him and ask him. 743 00:40:14,466 --> 00:40:16,800 What a wonderful idea. Mm-hmm. 744 00:40:16,800 --> 00:40:19,233 [Laughs] 745 00:40:19,233 --> 00:40:21,600 A small donation to the cause. 746 00:40:21,600 --> 00:40:27,533 ♪ 747 00:40:27,533 --> 00:40:31,466 [Footsteps are heard, coins jingle] 748 00:40:31,466 --> 00:40:34,066 To Fersen? But... [scoffs]... 749 00:40:34,066 --> 00:40:36,066 Everything you send is intercepted. 750 00:40:36,066 --> 00:40:38,666 If that's why I don't send them, 751 00:40:38,666 --> 00:40:41,066 and I--I write to you 752 00:40:41,066 --> 00:40:43,933 In lemon juice and I keep them in my drawer! 753 00:40:43,933 --> 00:40:45,933 If his relationship with Fersen ever comes to light... 754 00:40:45,933 --> 00:40:49,533 What relationship? I haven't seen him since... since... 755 00:40:49,533 --> 00:40:52,666 Luis sent him to war three years ago. 756 00:40:56,166 --> 00:40:59,766 Please find the thief... 757 00:40:59,766 --> 00:41:02,433 and the letters. 758 00:41:02,433 --> 00:41:05,233 They make me look... 759 00:41:06,466 --> 00:41:08,433 [Sighs] Well, does anyone else know? 760 00:41:08,433 --> 00:41:10,433 Do you know about the letters? 761 00:41:10,433 --> 00:41:13,033 Of course not. 762 00:41:13,033 --> 00:41:15,300 Not even Yolande? 763 00:41:16,500 --> 00:41:17,933 No. 764 00:41:20,000 --> 00:41:22,000 [Footsteps are heard, the door opens] 765 00:41:22,000 --> 00:41:24,033 Breteuil: Go ahead, go ahead. [Footsteps are heard] 766 00:41:24,033 --> 00:41:26,033 ♪ 767 00:41:26,033 --> 00:41:28,433 Tell Yo--[grimaces]-- 768 00:41:28,433 --> 00:41:32,966 Tell Yolande to come immediately. 769 00:41:32,966 --> 00:41:36,000 [Footsteps are heard, the door opens] 770 00:41:38,033 --> 00:41:41,066 [Sighs] Idiot. 771 00:41:41,066 --> 00:41:44,066 [indistinct chatter, laughter] Beaumarchais: So, 772 00:41:44,066 --> 00:41:48,466 Paraphrasing Figaro, I had the audacity to write a comedy, 773 00:41:48,466 --> 00:41:51,466 But the censor didn't find it funny... 774 00:41:51,466 --> 00:41:54,066 [Everyone boos] Okay. Alright. 775 00:41:54,066 --> 00:41:56,066 But with thanks to you, dear Duke, 776 00:41:56,066 --> 00:41:59,066 and your laborious printing presses, 777 00:41:59,066 --> 00:42:02,700 My little work can find an audience. 778 00:42:02,700 --> 00:42:05,300 So, a toast to Figaro, 779 00:42:05,300 --> 00:42:07,700 to the duke of Chartres, 780 00:42:07,700 --> 00:42:11,833 And to the fabulous and free Palais Royal! 781 00:42:11,833 --> 00:42:15,100 All: Cheers, cheers! [Applause] 782 00:42:16,466 --> 00:42:18,466 What is happening? 783 00:42:18,466 --> 00:42:20,933 Small meeting. 784 00:42:20,933 --> 00:42:23,566 Provence: What is Lafayette doing here? 785 00:42:23,566 --> 00:42:25,000 [The woman laughs] 786 00:42:25,000 --> 00:42:26,600 And Saint George? 787 00:42:26,600 --> 00:42:28,333 I thought we got rid of him. 788 00:42:28,333 --> 00:42:30,333 My father brought it back from London. 789 00:42:30,333 --> 00:42:32,700 to be chief of music at our court. 790 00:42:34,300 --> 00:42:36,766 Oh, God, they're coming. 791 00:42:36,766 --> 00:42:38,600 Congratulations: Provence, we have been having 792 00:42:38,600 --> 00:42:40,600 A little political debate. Of course. 793 00:42:40,600 --> 00:42:42,600 Which regime is more enlightened? 794 00:42:42,600 --> 00:42:44,200 American democracy? 795 00:42:44,200 --> 00:42:46,233 Or the British constitutional monarchy? 796 00:42:46,233 --> 00:42:49,033 London is the most liberal city in the world. 797 00:42:49,033 --> 00:42:51,633 Well, if it's such a utopia, you should get out of there. 798 00:42:51,633 --> 00:42:52,833 Oh. 799 00:42:52,833 --> 00:42:54,433 There is no finer system 800 00:42:54,433 --> 00:42:55,833 than the divine monarchy. 801 00:42:55,833 --> 00:42:58,833 Our problem is the moron on the throne. 802 00:42:58,833 --> 00:43:00,766 Felicity: And we can't get rid of it unless we continue 803 00:43:00,766 --> 00:43:02,233 The example of England and cutting off his head. 804 00:43:02,233 --> 00:43:04,666 [scattered laughter] 805 00:43:04,666 --> 00:43:08,166 [Whispering] Be careful what company you keep. 806 00:43:08,166 --> 00:43:09,766 You may be in a delicate situation, 807 00:43:09,766 --> 00:43:11,366 But you're not out of reach. 808 00:43:11,366 --> 00:43:13,366 Felicity: Heh! 809 00:43:13,366 --> 00:43:15,666 ♪ 810 00:43:15,666 --> 00:43:18,466 What luck! Now, Beaumarchais. 811 00:43:18,466 --> 00:43:20,466 And I can tell you our great idea. 812 00:43:20,466 --> 00:43:22,066 Let's persuade Louis to allow it. 813 00:43:22,066 --> 00:43:23,666 a representation of Figaro. 814 00:43:23,666 --> 00:43:25,666 Can I volunteer for a role? 815 00:43:25,666 --> 00:43:27,666 Why would a king approve a work in which 816 00:43:27,666 --> 00:43:30,466 Do the lower classes conspire against their social superiors? 817 00:43:30,466 --> 00:43:32,066 Because he is a fool, 818 00:43:32,066 --> 00:43:34,666 with a wife who loves the theater. 819 00:43:34,666 --> 00:43:38,433 You might even be convinced to accept the lead role. 820 00:43:38,433 --> 00:43:41,366 You, my love, are beyond despicable. 821 00:43:41,366 --> 00:43:44,966 ♪ 822 00:43:44,966 --> 00:43:46,966 Yolande: Again, here's the plan. 823 00:43:46,966 --> 00:43:49,166 The King visits his children every night, and tonight, 824 00:43:49,166 --> 00:43:51,766 When he leaves, he will find you in the hallway. 825 00:43:51,766 --> 00:43:53,366 Yes And what am I going to do? 826 00:43:53,366 --> 00:43:54,966 Don't know. Something normal. 827 00:43:54,966 --> 00:43:56,533 I'm going to pretend that I'm surprised to see you, 828 00:43:56,533 --> 00:43:58,533 I will introduce you to the King and that is your chance. 829 00:43:58,533 --> 00:44:00,600 to sell himself as your new financial controller. 830 00:44:00,600 --> 00:44:02,200 Can I just...? Shh! 831 00:44:02,200 --> 00:44:04,200 [Whispers] Just don't screw it up. 832 00:44:04,200 --> 00:44:06,800 Ready? 833 00:44:06,800 --> 00:44:09,133 Born ready. 834 00:44:09,133 --> 00:44:11,166 [The door opens] 835 00:44:19,366 --> 00:44:21,833 Is she not available? 836 00:44:21,833 --> 00:44:24,833 What do you mean it's not available? 837 00:44:24,833 --> 00:44:27,433 And another one comes to join the battle. 838 00:44:27,433 --> 00:44:30,233 [Laughs] [Picking up toys] 839 00:44:30,233 --> 00:44:34,333 [Sighs] Your job is to be available. 840 00:44:34,333 --> 00:44:35,966 Where is she? 841 00:44:37,500 --> 00:44:40,500 Where is? Where is? 842 00:44:40,500 --> 00:44:42,100 [The door slams] 843 00:44:42,100 --> 00:44:43,333 Marie: No. Woman: Your Majesty... 844 00:44:43,333 --> 00:44:44,566 Man: Your Highness... Marie: No! 845 00:44:44,566 --> 00:44:45,800 One minute... Three minutes! 846 00:44:45,800 --> 00:44:47,600 Leave me alone! 847 00:44:47,600 --> 00:44:48,600 [panting] 848 00:44:48,600 --> 00:45:19,466 ♪ 849 00:45:19,466 --> 00:45:21,333 Ah... 850 00:45:21,333 --> 00:45:23,966 [Inhales forcefully] 851 00:45:23,966 --> 00:45:25,700 Ah! 852 00:45:28,266 --> 00:45:30,266 [Grunts] 853 00:45:31,833 --> 00:45:34,666 [Sobs] Help! 854 00:45:34,666 --> 00:45:36,633 [Breathing heavily] 855 00:45:36,633 --> 00:45:39,033 [Groans] 856 00:45:41,100 --> 00:45:42,700 [Sobs] 857 00:45:42,700 --> 00:45:45,700 No, no, no, no. 858 00:45:45,700 --> 00:45:47,666 ♪ 859 00:45:47,666 --> 00:45:50,166 [Groans] 860 00:45:50,166 --> 00:45:52,200 ♪ 861 00:45:52,200 --> 00:45:54,133 Help. Oh my god... 862 00:45:54,133 --> 00:45:58,133 ♪ 863 00:45:58,133 --> 00:46:00,300 [Breathing heavily] 864 00:46:00,300 --> 00:46:09,133 ♪ 865 00:46:09,133 --> 00:46:10,733 Thank you, governess. 866 00:46:10,733 --> 00:46:13,866 Of course. No problem at all. 867 00:46:13,866 --> 00:46:18,766 ♪ 868 00:46:18,766 --> 00:46:20,200 Your Majesty. 869 00:46:20,200 --> 00:46:22,200 ♪ 870 00:46:22,200 --> 00:46:25,866 Hmm. Am I supposed to choose one? 871 00:46:25,866 --> 00:46:28,466 If you want but I won't be able to guess. 872 00:46:28,466 --> 00:46:31,433 I'm not a magician. I'm just clumsy. 873 00:46:31,433 --> 00:46:35,200 Hmm. At least you're honest. 874 00:46:35,200 --> 00:46:37,800 Your Majesty, 875 00:46:37,800 --> 00:46:39,733 May I introduce Alexandre de Calonne, 876 00:46:39,733 --> 00:46:41,900 Earl of Hannonville. 877 00:46:41,900 --> 00:46:44,733 I recently returned from Lille. 878 00:46:44,733 --> 00:46:48,533 It was an honor for me to serve there as Her Majesty's Quartermaster. 879 00:46:48,533 --> 00:46:50,533 ♪ 880 00:46:50,533 --> 00:46:53,766 Lille? [distant moan] 881 00:46:53,766 --> 00:46:57,733 Louis: Did you... did you generate income there? 882 00:46:57,733 --> 00:47:00,466 ♪ 883 00:47:00,466 --> 00:47:03,733 Well, maybe you are a wizard after all. 884 00:47:03,733 --> 00:47:05,433 Calonne: A financier and a conjurer have 885 00:47:05,433 --> 00:47:08,033 something in common: both produce solutions 886 00:47:08,033 --> 00:47:10,133 through distraction and concealment. 887 00:47:10,133 --> 00:47:12,866 ♪ 888 00:47:12,866 --> 00:47:14,866 And, uh... 889 00:47:14,866 --> 00:47:16,866 Is...is it bad to hide something? 890 00:47:16,866 --> 00:47:19,133 [Distant sob] Calonne: In my opinion, 891 00:47:19,133 --> 00:47:21,000 When it comes to the financial markets, 892 00:47:21,000 --> 00:47:23,566 Optimism is essential... [Door creaks] 893 00:47:23,566 --> 00:47:26,533 Even if it is illusory. [The door closes] 894 00:47:26,533 --> 00:47:32,033 ♪ 895 00:47:32,033 --> 00:47:33,633 Walk with me. 896 00:47:33,633 --> 00:47:35,933 Duchess, join us. 897 00:47:35,933 --> 00:47:39,300 ♪ 898 00:47:39,300 --> 00:47:41,300 [Footsteps are heard] 899 00:47:41,300 --> 00:47:56,266 ♪ 900 00:47:56,266 --> 00:47:58,266 Antoinette? 901 00:47:58,266 --> 00:48:00,333 Antoinette! 902 00:48:00,333 --> 00:48:03,300 Antoinette? No no. 903 00:48:03,300 --> 00:48:06,266 Aid! Aid! 904 00:48:06,266 --> 00:48:11,100 ♪ 905 00:48:11,100 --> 00:48:13,200 Calonne: We stand astride the twin peaks 906 00:48:13,200 --> 00:48:15,200 of the productivity of our land 907 00:48:15,200 --> 00:48:16,900 and international trade, 908 00:48:16,900 --> 00:48:20,300 But trade remains the tiger to tame. 909 00:48:20,300 --> 00:48:22,300 The housewife just needs balance 910 00:48:22,300 --> 00:48:24,900 your income and expenses. 911 00:48:24,900 --> 00:48:28,333 A finance minister must generate growth. 912 00:48:28,333 --> 00:48:29,933 Hmm. 913 00:48:29,933 --> 00:48:32,566 Please refill your glass. 914 00:48:34,900 --> 00:48:37,866 [Quietly] He's talented, but he's close to the Polignacs. 915 00:48:37,866 --> 00:48:40,166 This will make him an unpopular choice. 916 00:48:41,733 --> 00:48:44,700 I could live with that. 917 00:48:44,700 --> 00:48:47,633 [There is a knock on the door, the door opens] 918 00:48:47,633 --> 00:48:49,566 Your Majesty, I am the Queen. 919 00:48:49,566 --> 00:48:51,533 It's urgent. 920 00:48:51,533 --> 00:49:07,166 ♪ 921 00:49:07,166 --> 00:49:10,200 They said it was a girl. 922 00:49:12,500 --> 00:49:15,166 Madame Royale wanted a sister. 923 00:49:17,133 --> 00:49:20,133 Louis: What matters most now is the Queen's recovery. 924 00:49:20,133 --> 00:49:23,266 She...she will need you. 925 00:49:23,266 --> 00:49:25,666 I won't leave your side. 926 00:49:25,666 --> 00:49:32,300 ♪ 927 00:49:32,300 --> 00:49:35,566 ♪ 928 00:49:35,566 --> 00:49:37,600 I saw you. 929 00:49:38,800 --> 00:49:41,100 If she-- 930 00:49:41,100 --> 00:49:44,066 If she dies because of this... 931 00:49:44,066 --> 00:49:46,766 You will be his killer. 932 00:49:46,766 --> 00:49:48,333 What the hell are you talking about? 933 00:49:48,333 --> 00:49:50,500 You left her bleeding in a hallway that no one uses. 934 00:49:50,500 --> 00:49:52,833 Whatever you think you've seen, you're wrong. 935 00:49:52,833 --> 00:49:54,600 [Whispers] Liar! 936 00:49:54,600 --> 00:49:56,600 [Whispers] Tell him then. 937 00:49:56,600 --> 00:49:59,400 Let's see who believes it, you or me. 938 00:49:59,400 --> 00:50:04,066 [Whispers] I will never... forget this night. 939 00:50:04,066 --> 00:50:06,566 or your part in it. 940 00:50:06,566 --> 00:50:10,566 And one day, when the right time comes, I will tell him. 941 00:50:10,566 --> 00:50:13,500 And she will believe me. 942 00:50:13,500 --> 00:50:21,700 ♪ 943 00:50:21,700 --> 00:50:23,666 [The door opens] 944 00:50:26,400 --> 00:50:28,000 Luis: Take a seat. 945 00:50:28,000 --> 00:50:29,966 I'm so sorry to hear about the Queen. 946 00:50:29,966 --> 00:50:31,433 Poor health-- I read your report 947 00:50:31,433 --> 00:50:33,433 From Lille this morning. 948 00:50:33,433 --> 00:50:35,266 Very impressive. 949 00:50:35,266 --> 00:50:38,533 I will announce your appointment immediately. 950 00:50:38,533 --> 00:50:42,133 Vergennes, please accompany the financial controller. 951 00:50:42,133 --> 00:50:47,466 to your office and give you all the information you need. 952 00:50:47,466 --> 00:50:49,233 Thank you, Your Majesty. 953 00:50:49,233 --> 00:50:51,066 You should thank the Duchess de Polignac. 954 00:50:51,066 --> 00:50:52,800 Tell him his plan worked. 955 00:50:52,800 --> 00:50:54,400 Lord, I... She wouldn't have put you 956 00:50:54,400 --> 00:50:56,333 Go ahead if you weren't right for the job. 957 00:50:56,333 --> 00:50:59,700 The court may doubt your motives, but I don't. 958 00:50:59,700 --> 00:51:02,366 The finance room. 959 00:51:02,366 --> 00:51:04,333 [The door closes] 960 00:51:04,333 --> 00:51:11,733 ♪ 961 00:51:11,733 --> 00:51:13,900 Ah yes, a memory. 962 00:51:13,900 --> 00:51:16,100 of the sultan. 963 00:51:16,100 --> 00:51:19,100 ♪ 964 00:51:19,100 --> 00:51:22,700 Are you familiar with this work? 965 00:51:22,700 --> 00:51:24,766 Calonne: It's a classic. 966 00:51:24,766 --> 00:51:26,766 Herr Necker was our best chancellor. 967 00:51:26,766 --> 00:51:28,766 He guided us through a four-year war. 968 00:51:28,766 --> 00:51:30,966 Without raising taxes and left 969 00:51:30,966 --> 00:51:33,600 The other side has a surplus economy. 970 00:51:33,600 --> 00:51:35,433 Necker lied. 971 00:51:35,433 --> 00:51:39,033 He financed the war through secret loans that have left us 972 00:51:39,033 --> 00:51:42,200 with 110 million pounds of debt. 973 00:51:42,200 --> 00:51:43,700 And the surplus? No no. 974 00:51:43,700 --> 00:51:45,533 He invented it. 975 00:51:45,533 --> 00:51:47,733 Every penny that France generates 976 00:51:47,733 --> 00:51:49,433 is spent on interest payments, 977 00:51:49,433 --> 00:51:52,566 And then we borrow more for the essentials, 978 00:51:52,566 --> 00:51:55,300 and interest grows. 979 00:51:55,300 --> 00:51:57,700 It's a vicious, vicious circle. 980 00:51:58,900 --> 00:52:00,733 Who knows? 981 00:52:00,733 --> 00:52:03,666 He, the King, I, 982 00:52:03,666 --> 00:52:05,666 And now you. 983 00:52:05,666 --> 00:52:08,066 Obviously, we have to keep this whole mess a secret. 984 00:52:08,066 --> 00:52:10,433 If it ever came out... 985 00:52:10,433 --> 00:52:12,433 France is sunk. 986 00:52:12,433 --> 00:52:16,233 But you are our lifesaver. 987 00:52:16,233 --> 00:52:18,500 Again, 988 00:52:18,500 --> 00:52:20,466 Congratulations. 989 00:52:20,466 --> 00:52:23,800 ♪ 990 00:52:23,800 --> 00:52:27,533 [Birdsong] 991 00:52:27,533 --> 00:52:30,366 Villette: I've been thinking. Oh my God. 992 00:52:30,366 --> 00:52:32,966 This donation is enough for us to start working in the field. 993 00:52:32,966 --> 00:52:35,400 We could have a good life there. 994 00:52:35,400 --> 00:52:37,400 Hmm, and a better one 995 00:52:37,400 --> 00:52:39,400 In Versailles if we had the diamond necklace. 996 00:52:39,400 --> 00:52:41,466 Oh, you're obsessed. 997 00:52:41,466 --> 00:52:43,466 Where is your ambition? 998 00:52:43,466 --> 00:52:45,466 I should have left you where I found you, 999 00:52:45,466 --> 00:52:47,666 Rent to the highest bidder 1000 00:52:47,666 --> 00:52:49,700 in the cheapest bar on Damiette Street. 1001 00:52:49,700 --> 00:52:51,400 You don't even know where the necklace is. 1002 00:52:51,400 --> 00:52:54,000 Yes, I do. It was in Versailles. 1003 00:52:54,000 --> 00:52:56,266 But the Queen did not buy it. 1004 00:52:56,266 --> 00:52:59,266 He is now under armed guard in the Boehmer vaults. 1005 00:52:59,266 --> 00:53:01,200 until you find another buyer. 1006 00:53:01,200 --> 00:53:03,200 Marie Antoinette is the only person who can 1007 00:53:03,200 --> 00:53:05,766 She can't afford it and she doesn't even want it. 1008 00:53:05,766 --> 00:53:08,733 How can anyone know what she wants? 1009 00:53:08,733 --> 00:53:11,300 She is in the Petit Trianon. 1010 00:53:11,300 --> 00:53:12,800 or hiding in their private apartments 1011 00:53:12,800 --> 00:53:14,400 or squirting babies. 1012 00:53:14,400 --> 00:53:16,400 Only a handful of people talk to her. 1013 00:53:16,400 --> 00:53:18,400 much less know your wishes... 1014 00:53:18,400 --> 00:53:20,400 or she... 1015 00:53:20,400 --> 00:53:22,400 purchasing habits. 1016 00:53:22,400 --> 00:53:26,900 ♪ 1017 00:53:26,900 --> 00:53:29,433 This is how we stole the necklace. 1018 00:53:29,433 --> 00:53:32,400 We tell the jeweler that the Queen wants to buy it. 1019 00:53:32,400 --> 00:53:36,300 And... even if we get caught, she'll take the blame. 1020 00:53:36,300 --> 00:53:38,800 You don't make sense, no... well, 1021 00:53:38,800 --> 00:53:40,800 Oh, come on. Where are you going? 1022 00:53:40,800 --> 00:53:42,400 I need to buy ink. 1023 00:53:42,400 --> 00:53:44,000 I'm going to have to make you fake 1024 00:53:44,000 --> 00:53:46,600 testimonies, documents. I don't understand. 1025 00:53:46,600 --> 00:53:48,666 You don't have to, not yet. Just enjoy the ride. 1026 00:53:48,666 --> 00:53:50,666 [The door closes] 1027 00:53:50,666 --> 00:53:53,666 ♪ 1028 00:53:53,666 --> 00:53:56,266 [Birdsong] 1029 00:53:56,266 --> 00:54:09,633 ♪ 1030 00:54:09,633 --> 00:54:12,466 Why didn't you come to me when I was bleeding? 1031 00:54:12,466 --> 00:54:15,033 Nobody picked me up. 1032 00:54:15,033 --> 00:54:17,066 They shouldn't have had to do it. 1033 00:54:18,633 --> 00:54:21,633 Your place is by my side, 1034 00:54:21,633 --> 00:54:23,666 always. 1035 00:54:23,666 --> 00:54:27,833 ♪ 1036 00:54:27,833 --> 00:54:30,433 I was looking for you. 1037 00:54:30,433 --> 00:54:32,833 ♪ 1038 00:54:32,833 --> 00:54:35,033 My secret letters were stolen. 1039 00:54:35,033 --> 00:54:40,200 ♪ 1040 00:54:40,200 --> 00:54:41,466 To me? 1041 00:54:41,466 --> 00:54:44,033 ♪ 1042 00:54:44,033 --> 00:54:46,633 [Gasps] Antoinette, I... 1043 00:54:46,633 --> 00:54:49,800 I would never do something so spiteful. 1044 00:54:51,366 --> 00:54:53,366 Your cards are your happiness. 1045 00:54:53,366 --> 00:54:55,666 I couldn't. 1046 00:54:55,666 --> 00:55:03,666 ♪ 1047 00:55:03,666 --> 00:55:05,700 At least he wasn't a child. 1048 00:55:07,333 --> 00:55:09,933 A girl would have been my friend. 1049 00:55:09,933 --> 00:55:11,933 [Sighs] 1050 00:55:11,933 --> 00:55:14,533 I need as many as I can get. 1051 00:55:14,533 --> 00:55:22,533 ♪ 1052 00:55:22,533 --> 00:55:25,500 Well, Fersen will be here soon. 1053 00:55:25,500 --> 00:55:28,100 This is something we look forward to. 1054 00:55:28,100 --> 00:55:40,566 ♪ 1055 00:55:41,366 --> 00:55:48,000 ♪ 1056 00:55:48,000 --> 00:55:49,800 The DVD version of this program. 1057 00:55:49,800 --> 00:55:52,666 It is available online and in stores. 1058 00:55:52,666 --> 00:55:54,233 This program is also available 1059 00:55:54,233 --> 00:55:55,466 with PBS Passport 1060 00:55:55,466 --> 00:55:57,933 and on Amazon Prime Video 1061 00:55:57,933 --> 00:56:22,033 ♪