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Status: Hot airing

Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Judy Davis, Rose Byrne, Esa Akido

Type: Drama

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The new film "Marie Antoinette" directed by Sofia Coppola is adapted from Antonia Fraser's book and tells the legendary life story of a stunning woman - Queen of France, Marie Antoinette. Although born into the Austrian royal family and as the Queen of France with a luxurious lifestyle, she was one of the most criticized, misunderstood, and slandered women in history.

Marie Antoinette was the daughter of Austrian Emperor Franz I. At the age of 14, she entered the Palace of Versailles in France, and at 19, she became the Queen of King Louis XVI of France. The film showcases the decadence, extravagance, and conspiracies within the Palace of Versailles before the French Revolution. The extravagant and dissolute Queen Marie led France into massive debt in the 1770s and 1780s, ultimately leading to the outbreak of the French Revolution and the overthrow of the monarchy. Queen Marie herself was sent to the guillotine on October 1793.

Crystal chandeliers shine in the Palace of Versailles, where the aristocrats of high society often hold banquets. But today is different. It will determine the entire life of Marie Antoinette. Tonight is the grand wedding day when the Dauphin of France marries Marie Antoinette.

Marie Antoinette was the Princess of Austria, born on November 2, 1755. She had golden wavy hair, cherry-red lips, flawless snow-white skin, and enchanting eyes, acclaimed as the most beautiful princess of Austria. At just 14 years old, her beauty and charm made her a victim of the treacherous politics between Austria and France. In 1770, she married the 16-year-old Dauphin of the Bourbon Royal Family of France, who would later become Louis XVI, thus becoming the Dauphine of Louis XVI.

At the tender age of 14, she could not have imagined the ups and downs that awaited her future amidst the turmoil of the times and her emotions. Becoming Dauphine at 14 and Queen of France at 19, she bore immense responsibilities and pressures on her shoulders. These responsibilities required her to deal with older noblewomen, survive in the lavish and decadent Palace of Versailles, and navigate the political intrigues between Austria and France—indeed a significant challenge for her straightforward and passionate nature.

Louis XVI was a taciturn man, gentle and polite but inept in speech. He spent his days locked in the blacksmith shop, where forging iron was his greatest interest. His slow demeanor failed to win Marie’s affection. Having never tasted love, she knew she did not love this man. In Marie’s heart, he was merely her husband—the only feeling she had for Louis XVI.

At the age of 16, a man caused a great upheaval in Marie’s life. This man was named Axel von Fersen, a Swedish nobleman. They are said to have met at a masquerade ball, where it was forbidden for the Dauphine to go out casually. However, it was at this ball that she met Count Fersen. With his humorous and charming personality, intelligence, political acumen, and leadership skills, Fersen captivated Marie deeply. For Marie, who faced the silent and dull Louis XVI every day, Fersen's appearance was like a ray of light in her life. Thus, she finally understood what it felt like to be in love. She liked Fersen, was fascinated by him, and developed a romance with him.

The boredom of palace life made Marie seek an outlet for release. Besides her romance with Fersen, she actively sought entertainment, attending many parties outside the palace while disguising herself secretly, enjoying her time there. Her innate beauty and noble superiority led her to demand endless amounts of clothing, shoes, and jewelry. Growing up in the palace, she was unaware of the suffering of the common people. The treasury was emptied to fund her wardrobe, jewelry purchases, and gambling, leading to the infamous "Necklace Affair." The French referred to this Austrian queen as the "Deficit Queen." Although it was later proven that Queen Marie was innocent of the "Necklace Affair," her reputation fell significantly. Meanwhile, anti-royal sentiments were brewing among the French populace, making Marie a target of criticism.

During the French Revolution, cries of “Drive out that Austrian woman” and “Kill her, she’s a witch” filled the air. The royal family refused to convene the Estates-General, increasing public resentment. At this time, Louis XVI and Marie planned to flee France to avoid the storm, with Fersen aiding their escape. However, they were captured at the French border near Varennes and returned to Paris to be imprisoned. After Louis XVI was executed, she too was put on trial and sentenced to death by guillotine. Before her execution, she accidentally stepped on the executioner's foot and apologized to him.

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