Even The Royals
Marie Antoinette Part 2: Fight Song | 2
Jan 8, 2024
Marie Antoinette faces dangerous situations and escapes through secret passageways. She tries to improve her image but remains unpopular. Her attempt to escape with the royal family fails. Imprisoned in Paris, she endures captivity and hostility. She faces a shocking accusation in court and fights to preserve her reputation. This is the second episode of a two-part series on Marie Antoinette.
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- Marie Antoinette's attempt to change her image by showcasing her family values fails to repair her tarnished reputation.
- Marie Antoinette shifts her focus from highlighting her maternal side to demonstrating her strength as a queen in order to survive and fight against the revolutionaries.
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Marie Antoinette's Desperate Escape
In October 1789, a mob of women storms the palace at Versailles, demanding bread and blood. Marie Antoinette escapes through a hidden passageway with the help of her husband, seeking safety in his private chambers. The mob ravages her bedroom, fueling the growing revolution against the monarchy.
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