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In the mid-18th century,

the situation in Europe was chaotic and unstable.

In response, Austria and France aimed to solidify their alliance

through a lasting promise between the two countries.

This meant a marriage between the French Dauphin Louis

and the Austrian Imperial Princess Marie Antoinette.

It was May of the year 1770

when a gilded coach carrying the young bride

crossed the French border.

So this is France!

Such a beautiful country, filled with so many smiling faces.

Princess Marie Antoinette,

now that you are the dauphine of France, this is your country.

The land, its people, and all its wealth belong to you from this day forward.

Oh my, look over there!

The Royal Guards are stunning as ever.

Princess!

Comtesse de Noialles, do you know who that is?

That would be Oscar François Jarjayes.

What beautiful young men there are in France with such grand attire!

I fear you are not aware.

But Oscar is a woman, Princess.

She is General Jarjayes' youngest daughter.

Though a woman, she's the captain of the Royal Guards Regiment,

and the major's aide-de-camp.

Oscar François Jarjayes...

MAY 1770 COMPIÈGNE

Your Majesty the King, Your Highness the Dauphin.

Her Royal Highness the Dauphine has arrived.

Your Majesty. I am truly honored to make your acquaintance.

Nothing could have prepared me for how lovely you are!

It's as if this young bride

was born to spread joy throughout all of France.

Now, the young man back there in the yellow is your husband,

the Dauphin Louis, my eldest grandson.

This is the husband Mother talked about?

For goodness sake! Come and give your bride a kiss on the cheek.

If the beauty of your bride is any indication,

the future of France will shine as brightly...

Why was my heart still when he kissed me?

Why did it not flutter?

Oh, well, that was quick.

The youngest daughter of the renowned Austrian Empress Maria Theresa,

now Princess of France, Marie Antoinette.

The youngest daughter of the noble Jarjayes family

serving the French royal family,

raised by her father as a son and heir,

Oscar-François Jarjayes.

These beautiful roses will live through turbulent times,

blooming and flowering in their own unique ways...

near the heart of France, in Versailles.

THE ROSE OF VERSAILLES

♪ May our souls bloom in love So gloriously ♪

♪ We'll always fight for love ♪

♪ Strong and proud ♪

♪ And in the face of destiny ♪

♪ May our souls bloom in love ♪

♪ The rose of Versailles ♪

♪ The sparkle in your eyes Will never fade ♪

♪ And our hearts will rise ♪

♪ As I woke up ♪

♪ I had a destiny now to fulfil ♪

♪ Following my path ♪

♪ I had to wear the tiara, but still ♪

♪ Pinned to my head ♪

♪ Buttons so pure and so white Shining bright ♪

♪ But I know that one day My heart will start screaming out ♪

♪ In the sunlight Shining through the clouds ♪

♪ In the wind that shakes away our doubts ♪

♪ These moments like a tattoo Burnt into my eyes for you ♪

♪ My sacrifice lasts forever ♪

♪ I am yours, you're my treasure ♪

♪ We'll find a way together ♪

♪ May our souls bloom in love ♪

♪ So gloriously ♪

♪ We'll always fight for love ♪

♪ Strong and proud ♪

♪ And in the face of destiny ♪

♪ May our souls bloom in love ♪

♪ The rose of Versailles ♪

♪ The sparkle in your eyes Will never fade ♪

♪ And our hearts will rise ♪

♪ Shining brighter days Never fade away ♪

♪ Proud of our ways What they say ♪

♪ Roses with no rain do still blossom ♪

♪ All they need is love and freedom ♪

♪ We have overcome criticism ♪

♪ Fighting with our optimism ♪

♪ Following the rage of our passion ♪

♪ Spreading seeds of love each season ♪

Oh!

Bravo, you've improved, André.

No matter how hard I practice, you're still the best.

The time has finally come.

The day you spent years waiting for.

I was only 11 at the time.

Father told me that I would serve and protect the future dauphine,

Princess Marie Antoinette.

Today, when I first saw Princess Marie Antoinette,

her grace and dignity, they were as natural to her as breathing.

She was truly born to be queen.

I know it now.

My life's mission is to keep Her Highness safe

with everything that I am.

- André. - Hm?

Being an attendant for me will have perks now,

starting with more chances to see the palace.

I will certainly need help. Are you up for it?

Yes, of course.

I will always be by your side. That has never changed, and never will.

Oscar, you did your duties well today.

Yes, Father.

You are our pride and joy. Both to the Jarjayes and to me.

Thank you, Father.

André, were you out practicing with swords again?

Grandma.

- Protect her. - Hm. Listen here.

Lady Oscar may be friendly and extend you special treatment,

but you must never forget,

they are nobility, while we are commoners and servants.

Yes, I am still fully aware of that.

- Understood? - Sir. Yes, sir.

How could I forget?

♪ All of the sparkles In all the lands ♪

♪ They all should be right there In my hands ♪

♪ My life is a magic dream That came true ♪

♪ My wishes are a million stars In a sky of blue ♪

♪ I collect fine diamonds And dresses, jewelry, all this is mine ♪

♪ Champagne, lots of chocolates I wanna play, have fun all the time ♪

♪ Everywhere that I go They all follow me ♪

♪ Just a wave and I know It's me they've come to see ♪

♪ Follow the way, the only way 'Cause the traditions are strict ♪

♪ But every day, we get to play Tea party, dance and music ♪

♪ How wonderful life is La vie en rose ♪

♪ Everything you see now here is mine ♪

♪ My future is bright And all will be fine ♪

♪ Yeah, they all will follow me I'm their star ♪

♪ But something is missing here Deep inside ♪

♪ Everything you see now here is mine ♪

♪ A life full of joy With nothing to hide ♪

♪ Yeah, they all will follow me I'm their star ♪

♪ Yet, somehow I feel Something is not right ♪

♪ But nobody knows I feel this way ♪

♪ Or why I hide behind a lie ♪

♪ There's an emptiness inside That I cannot deny ♪

♪ But I... I believe in me ♪

♪ I can tell What is important to my heart ♪

♪ I'll always be true to myself ♪

♪ And live my life the way I want ♪

♪ Everything you see now here is mine ♪

♪ Yeah, they all will follow me I'm their star ♪

♪ I pray that someone Will see through the lie ♪

♪ I'm here all alone And I don't know why ♪

Three years of marriage have passed quickly.

Yet I wonder why the dauphin stays at such a distance?

Being reserved and considerate are features of His Royal Highness.

There was a book that I once read.

I believed it when it said women marry their destined partner

only after they fall in love.

A love that soars like Icarus on brilliant wings.

An intense storm of yearning that strikes like lightning,

changing you forever.

Is this my life?

Living in the absence of that love

with joy evading me?

Joy will not evade you.

There is a remarkable duty you will inherit.

You are to become the Queen of France.

If I may, no ordinary woman could ever hope for a life such as yours.

I know.

Myself, I have the honor of protecting Princess Marie Antoinette.

My delight, and most important duty.

Oscar...

Moments like these make me sure of it.

Had you been born a man, I would be in love.

Princess, I beg you, return to your chambers!

Sneaking off to Paris in the middle of the night would invite disaster.

Allow it this once, Oscar. Please, I feel so trapped right now.

♪ Masquerade, masquerade Party up, party on ♪

♪ Masquerade, masquerade Dressing up, dreaming on ♪

♪ Hide your face, show your heart Hide the truth or play a role ♪

♪ Find your place, time to start Forget everything, have it all ♪

♪ Masquerade, masquerade Privacy, secrecy ♪

♪ Masquerade, masquerade Fantasy, jealousy ♪

♪ Meeting up, passing by And saluting everyone ♪

♪ Champagne makes you high But it's flowing like a poison of love ♪

♪ A one-night game of rivalry ♪

♪ Under the rules of chivalry ♪

♪ Who will be prey? Who will be chosen ♪

♪ And who will hunt? No time to run ♪

♪ It's pleasure with duplicity ♪

♪ Both love and immorality ♪

♪ Whispers In all anonymity ♪

♪ A fun game of depravity... ♪

How lovely.

♪ Masquerade, masquerade... ♪

♪ Show your heart Hide the truth or play a role ♪

♪ Find your place, time to start... ♪

Uh...

- Excuse me. Miss? - Huh?

Pardon me. May I have the next dance?

- State your name at once! - Oscar!

When asking for the name of a stranger,

is it not common courtesy to start by giving your own?

Oscar François Jarjayes.

Royal Guards Regiment major's aide-de-camp and captain.

Hans Axel von Fersen is my name.

From Sweden. My title is that of count.

Von Fersen.

If you truly want a conversation,

you can come to the Palace of Versailles and properly request a formal audience.

Uh...

As for title, she is the dauphine of France,

Princess Marie Antoinette.

Uh...

Your Highness.

There is a young Swedish count

who hopes to obtain an audience with you if permitted.

How very kind of you to come, Count von Fersen.

To see you again is a joy. I am honored.

Someone please help!

Please hold tight, Princess!

Ha!

Your Highness! Please close your eyes.

Please help me, Oscar!

Your Highness!

Oscar!

André, correct?

The dauphine was injured facing grave peril

due to a horse you brought out of the stable.

The punishment for your crime shall be death!

Your Majesty!

What is this?

What happened was an accident. André is not the one to blame here.

Most of you witnessed the event, did you not?

Your Majesty, please.

If André must be the one condemned for this...

then as his master, André's responsibility is mine.

So please allow my life to be the first to atone.

Right here and now.

Oscar, you...

André is not the one at fault!

Majesty, I was witness to the events today and I saw everything.

Please reconsider.

Fersen...

You're not the only one who can die for justice.

Uh...

This... This situation is completely unacceptable.

Your Majesty!

Marie Antoinette.

Please. Your Majesty, I am the one who is to blame.

It was my selfish insistence to try horseback riding.

My inexperience was to blame for startling that poor horse.

André! Oscar! Von Fersen!

Please, I cannot bear the thought of any of you dying because of me.

But fear not.

His Majesty the King is both benevolent and kind.

Very well.

Since the Dauphine of France is insistent upon it,

there is no blame that shall befall anyone for this incident.

Young André, masters such as yours are a rare breed.

Yes, sire.

Fersen, you have my gratitude.

This is a favor that I will not soon forget.

Oscar!

- Oscar! - Oscar!

My goodness,

you received quite a horrid bruise from that fall.

I have a special-made poultice I'll bring out for you.

Thank you.

Oh!

- Oh, André! - Oh, uh...

You will take Count von Fersen and wait outside of the room.

- Right. - Why for?

Do you mean to say French nobles are unable to show their bodies to other men?

How dare you speak to my lady in such a flagrant manner?!

Whoa!

You mean he... he was a woman?

Yes. She is.

Makes sense...

That slender frame, the air of fragility.

But then...

Oh. Now that is a man.

Oscar.

You saved me.

Taking a risk with your very life.

One day,

will I have that chance to lay down my life for yours?

It was April of 1774.

Louis XV suddenly contracted an illness.

A dreadful disease called smallpox.

ONE MONTH LATER

The King is dead!

Long live the King, His Majesty Louis XVI! All hail!

A heartfelt congratulations to you both,

Majesty, from this moment on, you are Her Majesty, the Queen of France.

Long live Their Majesties the King and Queen!

All hail the...

Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette,

barely 20 years old when they ascended to the throne

as king and queen to rule over all of France.

♪ Our king and queen ♪

♪ They are the cause of our admiration ♪

♪ Peace and glory ♪

♪ As bright as the light shining on ♪

♪ We bid farewell To the past and to poverty ♪

♪ No longer will we fear being ill ♪

♪ Or having nothing much to eat ♪

♪ Oh, rise again, Paris ♪

♪ To be glorious ♪

♪ We put our faith In brighter days to come ♪

♪ It will be marvelous ♪

The people seem to be in love with our new king and queen.

They are.

A taste of the strong expectations the people have for this new era.

Oscar. Thank you for your impeccable service.

Becoming Major of the Royal Guard,

I hope you will continue to faithfully serve at my side.

As thanks, I will have your wages doubled from their current rate.

This is an honor far beyond what I deserve

for a noble not yet 20.

- Although... - Uh...

...France faces challenges.

The coffers of our country are far from full.

Therefore, I request that my wages stay the same.

- Oscar! - If not the case, I will not advance,

and turn down this promotion.

I understand.

Although...

Ah! But in this new position,

I have the ability to grant any wish you have!

My dear Oscar, what is it that you desire?

I have but one wish.

That Queen Marie Antoinette will become the wonderful queen the realm needs.

That is all I desire, Majesty.

Ah!

This is one of the many things I love about you, my dear Oscar.

I have an idea!

Next time, you should bring André along.

Count von Fersen too.

How lovely! The four of us could have a tea party together.

Forward march!

Shoulder arms!

Present arms!

Captain Girodelle.

Major. Congratulations.

Major.

If I'm honest, I feel someone like you would be better suited to the title.

No, no.

It is my firm belief

that you are the appropriate choice to be a leader for others.

How kind.

- Is there something troubling you? - Pardon?

Your expression seems somber today.

Perhaps a trick of the light.

Inviting a commoner like me to tea?

That's quite an honor.

Her Majesty is very kind.

When she feels something, she feels it deeply.

When she likes someone, it's the same.

She acts on her emotions, trying to be good to them.

That said, her candidness frightens me.

Huh? What do you mean?

The money that Her Majesty spends isn't directly hers.

Her subjects pay heavy taxes.

I worry that the people could start feeling resentment toward her.

You have nothing to worry about.

The public are absolutely infatuated with her.

I hope that will continue to be the case.

- And yet... - Hm?

There's something I need to do. Another situation that needs my attention.

Hm?

Oscar, I came to bid you farewell.

Huh?

I've decided to return to Sweden.

The queen's reputation depends on it.

Her reputation, you say?

Indeed.

Your keen eye likely noticed.

Luckily, no rumors have spread yet.

Of course.

Her Majesty has shown a special kind of interest in me.

Her Majesty is excessively kind.

♪ Just a minute, nothing much ♪

♪ But I remember all of it ♪

♪ Your eyes, your touch ♪

♪ Your candor gleaming everywhere Captivated my soul... ♪

I agree.

During her time as the crown princess,

she had little restriction and could do as she pleased,

be around whomever she wanted.

Now, things have changed.

She is now Her Majesty, the Queen of France.

I know. Which is why I must leave.

Before court starts rumors.

Before it becomes something neither of us can stop.

♪ You're a rose That is so wild and free... ♪

Then our thoughts are aligned.

In truth, I was actually on my way to visit your home.

The advice I aimed to give you was for you to leave France.

Thankfully, it seems there was no need to broach the subject.

Ah, then, it was that apparent.

Oscar, please keep her safe in my stead.

Provide the support she needs.

I will see it done. You have my word.

When I first learned you were a woman, I was shocked.

Huh?

You are

a credit to your class, regardless of what gender you are.

You are a valuable friend, worthy of respect.

What kind words. As I feel the same with you.

Is that right?

Oscar, we will meet again.

Won't we?

Yes, we will.

Until then.

Von Fersen left?

Back to Sweden? Oh.

Why do I feel so strange?

What is this?

I feel as though a gaping hole has been torn in my heart.

After Count von Fersen left,

Marie Antoinette began to surround herself with her favorite courtiers,

most of whom exacerbated her indulgent tendencies.

Your courtiers have encouraged you to engage in gambling.

You often dote on them, giving titles and land as they ask.

Please, Your Majesty, you must show more restraint.

Oh, Oscar.

Being generous with my friends is no great crime now, is it?

Merely friendly gestures. Being kind is a good thing.

But, Your Majesty!

Three years have passed,

and the lives of the common people descended into the depths of poverty.

Marie Antoinette's extravagant spending

was not solely to blame for this situation.

She was, however, an easy target for resentment.

- We have no bread! - No milk for my child.

That Austrian woman is destroying France.

How are we supposed to survive if this keeps happening?

Four years already?

Hardly recognized you.

I hear talk of you even in Sweden now.

Chatter of a skilled woman leading the Royal Guard.

Uh...

So, how long will you be staying in France this time?

Unknown. It depends.

The reason I came is to find myself a bride.

Oh?

Following my Father's orders.

I will succeed him as count one day.

Staying single forever isn't an option, of course.

I... I see.

And what of Her Majesty?

Tomorrow, I will visit her at court.

Although, the days of casually visiting with her are a thing of the past.

You are correct.

Finding a bride?

Fersen?

What is this pain in my chest?

Is that really Hans Axel von Fersen?

Your Majesty.

My visit is short-lived. I intend to find a wife while in France.

I will see you later, Your Majesty.

Fersen?

Getting married?

It was always bound to happen.

Why should I be so surprised?

Why?

My heart.

I had to.

I know that staying away from her is the right thing to do.

Had I followed my feelings, I would be betraying His Majesty.

This is for the best.

Watching her from a distance, where it's safe.

Fersen!

Uh...

Your Majesty. Apologies.

No, no.

So then, have you decided who you...

The one that you wish to marry?

There will be meetings with some eligible ladies.

That is... very good.

Please do let me know who you decide upon.

We should celebrate, no?

Thank you. I look forward to it.

I wish you every joy in life.

Fersen. Oh, my sweet von Fersen!

♪ It happened That night ♪

♪ Was it destiny? ♪

♪ It felt like a new light ♪

♪ Something had changed so subtly ♪

♪ I know What I'm feeling is true ♪

♪ Not sure how to say it to you ♪

- ♪ All my emotions are growing stronger ♪ - ♪ Growing stronger ♪

♪ Cannot keep them in any longer ♪

♪ I love you so ♪

♪ I'll hold you tight And never let you go ♪

♪ Tonight, our hearts are bound And this love will be yours and mine ♪

♪ Together now, you and I will shine ♪

♪ And hold me tight To never let me go ♪

♪ Our hearts are full of joy As they're beating in harmony ♪

♪ With you, my life will be heavenly ♪

♪ Be honest just for now ♪

♪ With me, with me, with me ♪

♪ I hope you can see how ♪

♪ My love is true as can be ♪

♪ Be honest just for now ♪

♪ The truth is ours alone ♪

♪ We treasure it and vow ♪

♪ To share this love of our own... ♪

I am so sorry.

Forgive me.

Even if a blade were at my neck in this moment,

I would have no regrets.

There is nothing you need to say.

The joy that I feel is all that I have wanted for so long.

♪ The resonance of love ♪

♪ Who knows what awaits ahead? ♪

♪ On Earth or up high above ♪

♪ I swear I meant what I said ♪

♪ It's you I'm dreaming of ♪

The Queen seems to shine with even more radiant beauty these days.

Are you not yet aware, then?

My understanding is that Count von Fersen

is the reason for her glow.

- Quite so. He is her lover! - Surely you jest!

That is most troublesome news.

Has Her Majesty forgotten her duties as queen?

Betraying His Majesty the King

is tantamount to betraying the whole of France.

How shameful.

Your Majesty. With utmost respect, I beg to offer counsel.

Within the court,

there are rumors of your relationship with von Fersen.

Did you forget what your position as the Queen of France demands of you?

As the mother of our nation?

Aside from Fersen,

your indulgences and extravagances are a danger.

The people suffer.

Resentment is brewing among nobles and commoners alike.

I ask... No, I beg you to heed my advice.

Should this continue, I fear a grave peril will befall you, Your Majesty.

Thank you, Oscar.

I am eternally grateful for the deep concern you hold for me.

Does that mean...

- Although... - Uh...

...I had hoped a fellow woman would understand.

Yet it seems that you are fully unaware.

Uh...

When I was but 14 years of age,

I came to this country to be married.

What could I have known then of love?

I was still a child who just wanted to play.

For an alliance, I became the dauphine.

Then I became queen of all of France, called "The Mother of the Nation."

My life has been sacrificed for the good of this kingdom and its people,

but I have needs as well.

So, why?

Why should I forsake my humanity for title?

Do I ignore loneliness?

The cold? The quaking desire to be loved, and to love in return?

Your... Your Majesty...

His Majesty the King is a wonderful man.

His compassion, modesty, and studiousness are admirable.

I hold him in the highest regard.

But love?

What he gives me is not...

We do not have love.

With Fersen...

When I see him,

I know that the rest of my youth exists purely to love him.

He is my first love.

The love that soars like Icarus in the sky.

The storm of yearning that struck my heart like lightning in a storm.

Emotions that I had long since forsaken ever getting to feel.

Now, I am enveloped in their warmth.

What have I done?

We're human.

Women with shared burdens.

Yet I was oblivious to her loneliness and suffering.

♪ What I see is all there is ♪

♪ Always had a life of ease ♪

♪ How to really find myself... ♪

It was my duty. Protecting Queen Marie Antoinette.

Since childhood, my father told me that task superseded my own life.

And yet, I see that I failed.

Despite all these years where I was right by her side.

Oscar...

♪ I see How and what caused my heart to start? ♪

♪ Could it be a glimmer of hope Burning deep within ♪

♪ Am I not who I used to be? ♪

♪ What does shake my heart? ♪

I've made a decision.

I decided that I will never take a wife.

Fersen!

There is only one woman who holds my heart.

I wish to spend my days with her. To live in her light.

That said, the love I feel is not one-sided.

This is a love that the two of us share.

Yet despite that, marrying her is out of the question.

Therefore,

I will never marry anyone for as long as I live.

God put her in my path for a reason.

Von Fersen...

However...

it is an unbearable pain.

Feeling this distance whenever I see her.

My queen, who I love so deeply.

To feel such love, and such pain as well...

The love that soars like Icarus in the sky.

The storm of yearning that struck my heart like lightning in a storm.

Soaring love.

That's how it feels?

Then why...

Why is it so heavy?

There, in the white dress.

Oh my! What a stunning beauty!

I do not recall seeing that young woman in court.

I heard whispers that she is a foreign countess.

♪ When I look in your eyes Then I do realize ♪

♪ That you're looking far beyond You leave no place for our bond ♪

♪ There's no room for all that I want ♪

♪ Wish you'd know you're the only one That has my heart ♪

♪ Forever farewell, my true love ♪

♪ You'll always be so beautiful Like a light from high above ♪

♪ And I just feel so lonely ♪

♪ When I'm longing for you and me ♪

♪ Because now I got a way ♪

♪ I must believe in my way ♪

♪ Accepting my destiny ♪

♪ By moving forward, I'm free ♪

♪ I'll hide my pain and my scars ♪

♪ I'll hold a sword to the stars ♪

♪ And from the moment that I saw you ♪

♪ I knew what I would have to pursue ♪

♪Not a chance To resist ♪

♪ No need to insist ♪

♪ With you, I'm out of the dark My life got lit up with a spark ♪

♪ Now I know the meaning of love ♪

♪ Being this close to you Is what I'm dreaming of ♪

♪ Royalty gives a sense of pride ♪

♪ But in your eyes, I see true love One that cannot be denied ♪

♪ They're both a side of my life ♪

♪ They're the lights guiding me Through the night ♪

♪ Because now I got a way ♪

♪ I must believe in my way ♪

♪ Accepting my destiny ♪

♪ By moving forward, I'm free ♪

♪ Without deceiving my heart ♪

♪ Or run away from my part ♪

♪ And I will hold my love all my life ♪

♪ Even if I must hold it inside ♪

♪ I want to be myself I want to be myself ♪

♪ I got to hold myself ♪

♪ Even in the storm and the rain ♪

♪ I want to be myself I want to be myself ♪

♪ I got to hold myself Blooming in a world free of pain ♪

♪ The truth is, here is my vow I pledge my heart to you now ♪

♪ I put my heart on the line For you and for all my life ♪

♪ I'm not expecting a prize Nothing to hope from goodbyes ♪

♪ Even if we are not united ♪

♪ I will live having love in my heart ♪

♪ Because now I got a way ♪

♪ I must believe in my way ♪

♪ Accepting my destiny ♪

♪ By moving forward, I'm free ♪

♪ I will not lie or deceive ♪

♪ I'm not afraid to believe ♪

♪ This is the only path I can see ♪

♪ Be the man that I do wanna be ♪

♪ I want to be myself I want to be myself ♪

♪ I got to hold myself ♪

♪ Even in the storm and the rain ♪

♪ I want to be myself I want to be myself ♪

♪ I got to hold myself ♪

♪ Blooming in a world free of pain ♪

It was a time of upheaval and dramatic changes.

Tensions between France and Great Britain were reaching new heights

as across the Atlantic Ocean,

the American colonies were fighting for their independence.

France viewed Britain as an enemy,

and decided to support the Americans in their effort.

This aid strained France's dwindling economy even further.

Simultaneously, a series of natural disasters

ravaged crops and decimated cattle,

resulting in a food shortage.

SEVEN YEARS LATER 1785

- I didn't! - I know you stole it!

It hurts.

Stop, thief!

The situation is worse than I thought.

Commoners facing oppression is the way of the world.

I was lucky.

If I wasn't adopted by Grandma when I was a child, then...

Oh... I... I mean...

Nothing you said was wrong.

Sad and true.

But the nobility of Versailles have no idea.

Not just the nobles.

The King and Queen are oblivious to their people's plight.

Please, I beg you forgive him.

That this boy would attempt to steal money from the servant of a duke,

and with such an unscrupulous method!

It sounds like that boy ran out into the street to stop the carriage.

He knew a servant would come check on things.

The kid tried to snatch his wallet out of nowhere.

It's the food shortage, my lord. He likely hasn't been able to eat is all.

Please, he was just hungry!

Whatever the circumstance may be,

he must atone for his transgression by forfeiting his life this instant.

Hm.

What's he doing?

Please put the gun away, Your Grace.

Hm?

Stand down. Who are you to interfere?

Sir, please.

- Hold your tongue. - Go to hell!

- Huh? - Oh.

I can't stand it anymore!

That you raised a gun at a child. You're more monster than human!

Okay.

Please stop.

What are you doing?

You're siding with a monster?!

Stop it. That soldier stepped in to save this boy.

All nobles are the same.

Well, we've had enough!

Calm your anger! I beg you to hear what I say.

Come back!

They're running away!

Coward.

Well, they got away. But you won't!

Please calm down!

Heaven's sake.

You nobles are all bastards!

Don't you dare!

No, André!

Stay with me. André!

Why should we care?

Stop that!

If you strike them down, you'd be as disgraceful as that duke.

- Who the hell are you? - He works for the paper.

We are the people.

Bold, but not ruthless like the nobles. Are we not?

- That's right! - Nothing like them!

- He is right! - Yeah! Be civil!

Well, you should go.

Thank you, sir.

Oh.

My name is Bernard Châtelet. A newspaper reporter.

André!

It was severe.

He will likely lose sight in his left eye.

No!

Oh, André,

I'm so sorry.

You jumped in to save me.

If it's for you, I wouldn't care what it was I had to sacrifice, Oscar.

Oh! Oh. Lady Oscar?

André...

Oh God.

This is my fault.

How could I not have known.

The citizens rage, pushed to their breaking point.

And now André could lose his sight.

I want to know,

what can be done?

How can I help the commoners?

Jean-Jacques Rousseau is an enlightened writer,

who says this in his work The Social Contract.

It begins with, "Man is born free."

"But he is everywhere in chains."

What? Resigning from the Royal Guards?

It is quite sudden. I apologize for that.

Do you really... What do you plan to do after you resign?

At the earliest convenience,

I would like to be transferred to the French Guards.

Why would you ever go there?

In the Royal Guards, only the noble elites can be soldiers.

Whereas the French Guards are less discerning.

I am aware.

- Then why? - Shoulder arms!

In an effort to protect this country.

Protect the country?

If commoners, who make up over 80% of this country, can't live in peace,

then the country has no future.

To protect this country, we must protect the commoners.

Through that, we would essentially be protecting the royal family.

That was my line of thinking.

My decision is firm.

I will not dissuade you.

Your eyes, they always look straight ahead,

following the path you believe is right and just.

Uh...

André? Where is that boy?

You will join the French Guards with Oscar.

Special enlistment should get you in.

Look out for my overconfident idiot until she faces reality the hard way.

She'll run back soon.

Sir. As you wish.

Are you certain that your eye's all right?

It is. With time, I've gotten used to seeing the world with only one eye.

Is that so?

You know, I've a penchant for putting you through a lot of trouble

while doing whatever I want.

I'll stay by your side no matter what,

even if it takes us to the French Guards.

Commander.

Ready. Everyone is at the parade ground.

Shall we?

Colonel d'Agoult? Why are these grounds empty?

The soldiers were perfectly formed up a few minutes ago, Commander.

Trying to make us take orders from a noblewoman? That's hilarious!

I bet she's off crying her eyes out.

If that's enough to make her leave, then all the better.

Anyone care to explain?

Sure! We refuse to obey any orders that come from a woman, girl.

While we both guard the court,

the French Guards aren't just pretty ornaments like you lot.

- Hear, hear! - Pretty ornaments, you say?

That's exactly right.

A woman commander won't even know what she's doing!!

Where's your husband?

What an honor. Being treated as a woman out of the gate is quite refreshing.

What was that?

Here, you complain of me being a woman, but can you fight?

Could a single one of you here outclass me in combat?

How dare you?!

You will face Alain, and I will beat those haughty words out of you!

I do hope you'll try.

And if I should win this contest, you'll all attend training.

Colonel d'Agoult, even if he beats me,

you are not to punish the soldiers.

♪ So move along ♪

♪ We are warrior ♪

♪ Never surrender ♪

♪ We fight every day courageously Facing the danger fraternally ♪

♪ We are warrior ♪

♪ Never surrender ♪

♪ Looking for fame's unacceptable For true fighters ♪

♪ We'll show you how we are powerful Hand in hand, brothers in battle ♪

♪ We're not here waiting for you Or your approval ♪

♪ We're fighting hard for our survival We have to be brutal and cruel ♪

♪ Together, losing's impossible Let's have a duel ♪

Oh!

Good fight.

Never fought a swordsman like you before.

Commander, we really should punish them for this.

There's no need.

- Be careful. - Follow me!

Hurry, Father, Mother. You both walk so slow!

The Petit Trianon's pond has ducks in it.

I was the one who found them there!

It is hard to believe how quickly our children have grown.

It does feel as though time is in a hurry to pass by lately.

Oh!

My apologies, but could you go on ahead?

I had received a letter earlier that I still have yet to read.

Darling? The children are waiting for you.

Your Majesty?

Did something happen?

Your Majesty,

for over a decade, the Queen of France

has been in a romantic relationship with Count von Fersen.

They regularly meet in secret, and maintain a relationship.

Believe what you will,

but Prince Louis-Charles is the son of Count von Fersen.

Oh...

Your Majesty...

Your Majesty,

forgive me for this, but I am in love with von Fersen.

Please believe me when I say this.

Fersen and I have never been intimate as the letter suggests.

Never! Not a single time!

And I assure you that Louis-Charles is your own son, Your Majesty.

Hm.

The very first time that I met you,

there was a charm about you that shone like the sun,

as if the goddess of love had bathed you in her light.

Words could never express how dazzling you were to me.

There was always a beaming smile on your face.

You were lively, cheerful, and had a kind playfulness.

I, on the other hand, could not compare.

I am not handsome or fit.

I cannot dance.

My conversational skills are bland at their best.

My King...

Despite what I lack, you married me.

You were kind. You gave birth to a princess and two princes.

How could I ever chastise you for seeking your own happiness?

How could I possibly blame you for that?

Would I be able to say those three words

if I were thinner, or better looking for her?

Could I have said "I love you"?

The economic situation in France worsened each year,

putting the royal family on the brink of bankruptcy.

Those in the provinces faced dire straits, and descended on Paris.

The once prospering city was now dangerous.

Riots erupted. Looting out of desperation became rampant.

It's not often that Father has guests.

Lady Oscar, you're home!

Lord Jarjayes, he said he was...

After all this time, a marriage arrangement.

Huh?

Marriage?

Uh...

That cannot be.

My father would never say such a thing.

Oh, I wish it weren't true, but he's quite serious.

The man who would be your husband is upstairs.

Huh?

Captain. It has been far too long.

Girodelle?

Your father gave me permission to visit you,

seeing that I am a suitor who seeks a beautiful bride.

Uh... Father!

I want the two of you to ensure our succession.

Give birth to a boy with strength and wit.

Having an heir would give me peace of mind.

Father, have you lost your mind?

Mademoiselle Oscar.

From the moment I first saw you in the Royal Guards, I knew.

So many years pass, yet I still adore you.

Back then, and every day since then,

I have only ever seen you as the beautiful and incredible woman you are.

You see me as a

beautiful woman?

Mademoiselle,

even in a military uniform, your beauty is only magnified.

But you should not face such heavy burdens.

Why, do you not want the warmth of home and hearth?

A family of your own?

What nonsense!

I will reject any marriage offer!

She rejects?

How could I start living as a woman after all this time?

Why?

What would've been the point of living as I have until now?

♪ Every time... ♪

In front of von Fersen,

I was made to act as a man without acknowledging my feelings.

What was that for?

♪ ...all I'm thinking of ♪

♪ My own life brings us apart ♪

♪ So my heart's... ♪

My homeland is France. I have loved it my entire life.

It was my belief that the path I followed was right and just.

♪ No room for love... ♪

Regardless...

♪ ...I'm the queen ♪

♪ High is the price ♪

♪ Every... ♪

Why should I forsake my humanity for title?!

You are our pride and joy, to the Jarjayes, and to me.

Not showing up means we refuse to obey your orders.

I want the two of you to ensure our succession.

Having an heir would give me peace of mind.

♪ ...to nothing... ♪

Is the life I've been living the right one?

♪ ...pain and sorrow deep inside ♪

♪ Like a cut, so sharp in my mind ♪

♪ It is blunt as love at first sight ♪

♪ I can't stand it Stand it anymore ♪

♪ Yet I see my shadow dancing ♪

♪ I can't stand it Stand it anymore ♪

♪ Dancing on... ♪

Is this life the right one?

Oscar.

Being near you was all I ever wanted.

To always stand by your side, closer than anyone.

Never saying how I felt was something I could bear.

A burden I would have carried until death.

I wanted...

I only wanted to stay near you.

Was I just living in denial that this day would ever come?

Is my sight...

Julie; or The New Heloise.

The love story between a young noblewoman and a young man born a commoner.

Their marriage wasn't allowed.

Only in death was their love fulfilled.

Love fulfilled by death.

Oscar...

I have no idea how to explain my tears.

They started a while ago, and I have no clue how to get them to stop.

Julie; or The New Heloise.

When last I read this, I have to say, I wasn't fond of it.

Why do I feel different?

It's strange.

Have you brought me some wine?

Did you already say your prayers for tonight?

Yes.

I wonder why

all thought this evening returns to our old days together.

Old days together?

It started with the day that Grandma adopted you.

It was the first time you had ever seen this place.

When we trained, sparring with each other for the first time.

It's rude to laugh!

Before graduating military academy,

when I was chosen to one day protect the princess for the Royal Guards.

That whole time, you've been there for me, standing right at my side.

So thank you. Here's to you.

Don't do it. Stop.

Don't drink it!

♪ I can't think, I can't breathe All I want is you ♪

♪ All these thoughts in my head Nothing much I can do ♪

♪ Like a fire in my mind and my soul... ♪

Apologies.

♪ What I feel for you is so strong That I'm out of control ♪

♪ Your hair shines Like a light made of gold, it's divine ♪

♪ Just a strand, so refined I think you're so sublime ♪

♪ This fierce desire for your touch... ♪

You fool!

How could you forget?

Then as his master, André's responsibility is mine.

So please allow my life to be the first to atone.

Right here and now.

♪ Can you hear my call? ♪

♪ Urgent and uncontrollable ♪

♪ I'm in trouble... ♪

I swore that my life would be spent protecting you!

Oscar.

What was I...

I almost...

♪ Overwhelmingly ♪

André.

Brigadier General Jarjayes!

And you're certain?

Indeed!

I was informed they sold off the guns issued to them through the French Guards,

so General Bouillé is headed their way now!

Selling off your guns is a crime against our country!

You will be sentenced to immediate punishment.

General Bouillé! Please wait.

What is the meaning of this, Brigadier General?

Do we know with certainty that it was them?

I would find that hard to believe.

Hm. You never fail to show how naive you are, Commander.

He's right. We sold our guns in the city.

Huh?

What's more, none of us feel a shred of regret.

I have no regrets for it, and never will!

Why would I ever feel guilty, selling off those guns?

My mother ate warm soup and bread for a week!

I could help my father afford medical treatment!

For the first time in his life, my little brother has shoes!

He won't have to cut his feet on shards of glass now.

So go on, throw me in jail!

- I agree. Do what you will! - Punish us however you want!

Oh God...

What is this?

How did I not know that their families were...

They even started making excuses.

Their actions are unforgivable.

General Bouillé!

I swear to give my soldiers a thorough reprimand and address this situation.

So, please, General.

You... You stay out of this, woman!

How could a noble understand how we feel?

Go ahead, General. Punish us and get it over with!

And you, Commander? Are you not our leader? No discipline?

That is enough!

The lot of you will be sent to the brig and detained for a week.

General, please! Wait!

General!

Is the brig the worst of it?

Locked up for a holiday!

Why do you choose not to think?

Sentencing any of you with a punishment is easy.

I have the authority to do whatever I want.

So why? Why choose not to suppress you?

Do you think using a whip would truly make you hear me?

All of you, your hearts have the freedom of choice.

Background has no bearing on who you are.

You are human first and foremost.

The freedom of your heart is not property.

So think!

Why refrain?

Why not use my authority to crush you at every turn?

Why have I never punished you?

Why do you make my every effort be in vain?

I apologize for striking you.

Also, as the officer in charge, I apologize for my negligence.

I should have known about your families' situations.

You were correct. I do not need or have the right to be here.

Effective immediately, I will resign.

I appoint Colonel d'Agoult for the interim.

He will take charge until he finds a suitable leader.

Brigadier General!

André. My horse.

Oscar...

Now then, please follow Colonel d'Agoult's orders.

- Commander! - Hm?

Commander, please don't go!

We'll choose the brig and walk there ourselves.

Yes, Commander! We'll go of our own free will.

You won't have to use force to make us go either!

- It'll be our choice! - By our own free will!

Please!

You would... Everyone?

I don't know...

I... Everyone...

Oscar.

You won their hearts.

To think that I almost took this from you.

What a moment of triumph.

André. Some wine.

Thank you.

Oscar.

I... Last night...

Since childhood, you have always been there,

by my side, and closer than anyone.

Do you remember what I said?

I... do.

Nothing will change.

André,

what I want is for you to always be by my side.

Not just for now. For all time.

What is it that you wished to tell me?

There is a man I have known for some time.

I think, or presume,

that if I were to marry another man while he yet lives, it may end him.

That is how deep the love he has for me runs.

And I...

If he were unable to live on because of that...

If it were to make him unhappy,

then I am certain

the weight of his despair would cause me endless suffering.

Is it André Grandier?

Should I infer that you refuse to marry anyone for his sake?

Mm.

André. Do you love him?

I do not know.

My thoughts of him had never strayed into that light before.

We were like siblings.

Well, no. A sibling isn't quite right.

We shared our joys and pains.

Experienced many things throughout our youth.

We were confidants for each other's soul.

So we never noticed the strong bond that we had formed.

If he were to face unhappiness, then you would share that pain.

- That was all I needed to know. - Hm?

If you despaired,

then I would share in what you felt.

Your unhappiness would make me the most miserable man alive.

You, Girodelle?

Then please accept this.

It is a gift. The first and final proof of my love.

My proposal is withdrawn.

I thank you, Girodelle.

Hm?

What is it?

Father, I am grateful to you.

Huh?

The life I have been able to live is thanks to you.

I was born a woman, yet my gender never restricted me.

I was human, struggling with human issues.

Oscar...

I no longer have any regrets.

My life?

I will choose how to live the rest of it.

My heart will guide my path.

A sword in one hand, a gun in the other.

I'll live as a child of Mars, the god of war!

♪ Now it is time for us to break the chains ♪

♪ No one can stop true love flow In our veins ♪

♪ No more will I put down myself again ♪

♪ Believing only in myself and not them ♪

♪ No matter what others may say ♪

♪ I'll cherish all of my memories ♪

♪ Closer to my heart they will stay ♪

♪ Treasure them all like trophies ♪

♪ Now I know how to live my life ♪

♪ Chains of steel ♪

♪ Around my soul ♪

♪ Couldn't tie me down ♪

♪ Not now that I believe in me ♪

♪ No more doubts ♪

♪ For now I fight ♪

♪ It's my choice ♪

♪ I know this is how I can be free ♪

♪ 'Cause I am a child of Mars ♪

♪ Doubts are in the past ♪

The economy in France was on the verge of collapse.

In an effort to recover, the government tried yet again to raise taxes.

Naturally, this triggered fierce backlash.

Louis XVI was forced to summon the General Estates,

a general assembly that consisted of delegates from three social classes.

The clergy, nobility, and commoners.

The delegates for the commoners faced difficulties in attending the assembly,

but kept unflinching determination.

It's time!

Each one of us here shall take a vow.

United. Our actions must be as one. That will lead us all to victory!

What boundless passion.

It ignites my soul as well.

They can see it. The future they all believe in.

They chose it. Each heart following their own path.

Oscar, you will return to the Royal Guards.

Staying in the French Guards is unsafe.

May I ask what you mean?

Troops of His Majesty the King assemble.

They will gather from all over France and then head for Paris.

They have been gathered to handle the commoners

incited into vulgar behavior by those commoner delegates.

With all due respect, our troops should be used

to keep the people of France safe from harm.

They should never live in fear that their protectors would point guns at them.

Oscar...

Your Majesty, the way you spoke of the commoner delegates

paints them as villains.

However, I do not agree,

and I will not vilify them.

I see that you feel pity for them.

No. I merely...

It is the right of the king.

And that authority is from God.

There is one person in all of France who can lead this country.

His Majesty the King.

If the commoners were to lead the way, then this country would not survive.

What unwavering confidence she has. Such great pride.

Her Majesty is truly queen by nature.

She knows of no other way to live.

Oscar, return to the Royal Guards.

Your Majesty, I am the Commander of the French Guards.

So this is it.

Adieu, Marie Antoinette.

JULY 10TH, 1789

It was July 10th, 1789.

From all over France, several regiments from far and wide

had finally arrived in the city of Paris.

♪ Anger and pain ♪

♪ We've had enough Someone needs to be blamed ♪

♪ Days in deep darkness ♪

♪ Look at us now So depressed and helpless ♪

Listen, all of you!

We can't wait!

The time is now.

The king has challenged the people of France, and threatens our very lives!

♪ Burning of rage within us ♪

♪ Listen, rise up and take arms everyone ♪

♪ It's over, this time is done ♪

♪ Listen, we're born to be free It's our basic right ♪

♪ It's why we fight ♪

♪ Our lives we claim ♪

♪ End this regime ♪

♪ Cut off these chains ♪

♪ We stand up straight Stand our grounds ♪

♪ Hold our heads up high ♪

♪ Together here and now, we are strong Our future is well worth the try ♪

♪ New rules and laws For a proud and so mighty France ♪

♪ We dream of being free And not controlled ♪

♪ Under no circumstance ♪

♪ Oh, vive la France ♪

♪ Liberty, equality, fraternity ♪

- We could never agree to that! - How could you ask that?

If we go into the city, it means pointing our guns at the people we serve!

No one has said where we must point our guns.

The orders are to go there. We were not told to attack.

- You know they're the same! - Is... Is it your noble blood saying this?

My blood as a guiding light?

You think I'm devoid of any feeling?

Do I have any soldiers who will follow me without questioning intent?

You will not march there alone. I'll lead you there myself!

- The commander's going? - She's coming with us?

You mean you would be going to the front lines with the rest of us?

Of course I would.

Hm. No more questions, then.

- If you lead, we'll follow. - Yeah.

- Hear, hear! - Lead us, Commander!

- We'll face whatever comes. - We trust you, Commander!

Yes, Commander!

- André. - Hm?

You should stay here.

Your vision is limited. Paris is dangerous.

Uh...

We stay together. Not just for now, but for all time.

Those were your words.

Oscar, I live as your shadow.

Without you, I cannot exist.

So take me.

We'll go through hell together.

André.

Yes.

A request? If you would allow me to be selfish.

Be sure that you never leave my side.

Then I know I can be strong.

Yes. I swear never to leave your side.

You're so warm.

It's comforting to me.

It's weak.

I can't let them stop me from going.

They can't know.

No one can.

- Oscar. - Yes?

There was a reason I had hoped you would marry.

It was my effort to protect you

by keeping you from this political tempest.

Now, though, I support you.

Whatever path it is that you now choose, wherever it is your passion takes you.

Regardless of my choices from here,

you should know the person that you raised me to become

is not dishonorable.

I pray you know that.

But,

Oscar, you must promise.

Come home.

Please be sure that you return here safely.

Mother...

Oscar. I brought you wine.

I'll leave it here.

André.

Hm?

I wondered

if you would stay

with me.

Huh?

The two of us,

tonight,

where I could be

your wife.

You're saying

you want this?

Give me your love,

and me give you mine?

Despite how I am?

Oscar...

Oh!

Oh!

Please. I waited.

We waited in agony.

No more waiting for either of us!

♪ Waiting so long ♪

Oscar.

We can't wait any longer.

♪ ...will come our way ♪

♪ The time is now ♪

♪ I pray I'm not... ♪

No fear.

Only love.

♪ ...something to say ♪

♪ You gently come in secret... ♪

Make me your wife, André.

♪ I feel your warmth so subtly ♪

♪ When you stand close to me ♪

♪ For you, I'll shine a light ♪

♪ I feel the time is right ♪

♪ I give you my all... ♪

I love you.

Through times of joy, times of sorrow,

we have shared our lives in full.

Now? We can share everything that we are.

For now, and all time.

You've been there.

In the fleeting moment of spring,

in the dazzling light of a summer's day,

for the changes of autumn, and the bitter cold of winter.

We have always run in tandem as Castor and Pollux in Gemini.

♪ We were meant to be... ♪

You were always there.

♪ ...finally comes true ♪

♪ We become one ♪

♪ I love you ♪

I love you.

André.

André.

My husband.

I love you too.

Mm.

Soldiers, forward!

TUILERIES PALACE

It was 13th July, the year 1789.

The beginning of the end.

Where starving crowds threw a stone at the Royal Allemand regiment,

starting a skirmish.

Soldiers!

Troops have opened fire on civilians.

There was a time when I told you all

each of your hearts are free.

No matter who you are,

we all have the freedom to follow our hearts.

No one can force you to live by their law.

Now, allow me to correct a mistake,

for I misspoke that day.

Your hearts are free, but that is not all.

Each strand of hair and fingertip, it is every part of us.

All of humanity should be equals.

Equal, and free under God.

Our people of France are rallying.

They are rising for their brothers and sisters

under the flag of liberty, equality, and fraternity.

From this moment forward, I renounce the title of comtesse,

along with all of the land and privileges it ever gave to me.

Now it is time to choose!

Are you free?

Or an instrument of the nobility with a bayonet to point?

Will you stand free with your fellow Parisians?

Will you fight in this glorious battle for the country you know and love?

You! We're with you!

Commander, we'll follow wherever you lead us!

- Long live the commander! - Long live France!

Well, then, it is time, brave soldiers.

Let us fight for our people and our homeland!

Our history will not be made by a single hero or general,

but by us, the people.

We soldiers will be unsung heroes of our homeland!

Our destination is the Tuileries Garden!

Now charge!

- André. - Oh.

After we win this battle, we'll have a wedding.

Farewell

to the different yokes I've carried in life.

The days I cherished, now gone forever.

Take that!

The French Guards are here.

Forward!

And fire!

They're not shooting at us? Are they on our side?

The French Guards? How could they?

Oh! Oscar?

And fire!

Do not break rank!

Advance!

Quickly, fan out!

Surround the enemy troops. Keep the citizens safe!

Make sure to hold the line.

If a woman is leading, they should be easy to stop!

Ha! Noble dogs.

You don't know our commander.

Let's hear it for the French Guards!

Let's make sure the French Guards have cover!

And fire!

Ready, aim, and fire!

Jean! Jean!

Jean!

Ready, aim!

Oscar, look out!

André!

And fire!

André!

Bastards! And fire!

How dare they? Damn it! Retreat!

Retreat to the Champ de Mars at once!

Stay with me. You're all right!

Don't... Don't leave the front line.

Don't talk.

Why would... ...the commander...

...leave the front?

I said don't talk!

André!

Let me stop the bleeding.

Huh?

I feel your... cheek.

Huh?

And right there...

...your nose.

Oh.

And there, the lips I know.

You can't see.

Nothing at all?

For how long? André!

- Why didn't you say? - Commander!

Why? Why would you not tell me?

How could you come here blind?

How could... How could you, you idiot?!

André...

Is that you, Oscar?

Ah.

Ah!

Those blue eyes.

That elegant strength.

Like the wings of a Pegasus.

Mystical beauty that makes my heart flutter.

Your blonde hair dancing in the wind.

Soft as a breeze...

André!

Don't go now.

Don't you leave!

Don't you leave me!

Please don't leave me here all alone!

Get off the road! Get out already!

André!

Get the hell out!

André!

The year was 1789, July 14th.

This day would be immortalized in global history,

yet the sun rose like the day before.

It was a fine summer's day with slightly warmer weather.

My soldiers!

The Bastille positioned their cannons,

all of which now target the city of Paris.

- To the Bastille! - The people are enraged.

Their hearts burn with anger.

They move as one to the Bastille.

You can't do this to us!

If our people are fighting,

then we should join them.

Huzzah!

- Shall we, André? Ready to go? - For the people!

I... Just a moment.

My apologies.

To the Bastille!

- Lower it, cowards! - Surrender!

Come out of that prison peacefully!

Lay down your arms!

Commander! Your orders?

Nothing more than disorderly crowds it would seem.

Show those peasants who we are.

Ready your aim!

And fire!

Move the wounded! Where are the cannons?

God save us!

We're saved!

Thank God!

The French Guards are here!

Aim the cannons!

And fire!

♪ Now's the time To free us from the chain ♪

♪ We had enough pains Broken by the strain ♪

♪ It seemed too high and tough To break the walls... ♪

- We did it! - Spot on!

Position and aim the next round. Make sure they go down in one go!

♪ ...to get through ♪

♪ And you know that's a no-brainer... ♪

Fellow citizens, set fire to the carts that are carrying straw.

Use the smoke as a shield, then attack the drawbridge.

♪ ...else, but for yourself ♪

♪ So brave it out ♪

♪ Just follow my heart and fight... ♪

Alain! Focus on the cannoneers. Don't let up for a second!

♪ What a crime They favor to ignore... ♪

Pierre! The drawbridge!

Lead the soldiers down there with the citizens.

Charge when ready!

♪ ...just a fantasy in my head ♪

♪ It's not a kind of a revenge ♪

♪ We're all just living on the edge ♪

♪ Gotta say goodbye To the extremes of glory days... ♪

♪ And I know that's a no-brainer ♪

♪ Brave it out... ♪

Great work. Keep shooting and stay steady!

Once the Bastille's doors are down, begin with cover fire at once!

♪ Rise up for freedom... ♪

There! They have a leader.

Shoot down their leader right now!

♪ ...on to your faith... ♪

Move up!

La Salle, we need to blow the castle gate open,

so move cannons forward!

Commander!

♪ Just follow your heart And fight ♪

♪ Not for anyone else... ♪

♪ ...follow my heart and fight... ♪

Again! Why are you waiting?

Commander!

♪ ...for my love ♪

♪ Rise up for freedom ♪

♪ Hold on to your faith ♪

♪ Rise up for... ♪

- Commander! - Commander! Commander!

Alain, your arm...

Keep... Keep fighting.

You have to

keep shooting.

Just... Just a little more...

The...

The Bastille must fall.

Right!

André!

My sweet husband.

My André.

Did you suffer?

I hope it was quick.

Take me by the hand, André.

I would have nothing to fear if you were with me.

Commander. Hang on.

Put me down here, Alain.

Commander, we'll tend to your wounds.

No further.

Please just set me down now.

Uh...

André is

waiting.

Waiting for me.

My mind is at peace.

I got to live without a single regret in life.

My heart always led me.

I was following my guide.

I even knew the warmth of love.

They... Commander!

The white flag of surrender!

Finally... it's over.

Oh, France, how I love you.

And its citizens.

The brave and courageous French people.

Liberty. Equality. Fraternity.

I hope this honorable ideal

will prevail,

and lay a strong foundation for all of humankind.

Yes.

L-Long live

France!

- Commander! - Commander!

- Commander! - Commander!

They surrendered!

Hooray! We turned it straight back on them!

We did it! We won!

We did it, everyone!

July 14th, 1789: Fall of the Bastille.

That moment was the beginning of a new chapter in history.

August 26th, 1789: Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen.

This declaration, honoring freedom and equality of all people,

became a lasting monument in human history.

October 5th, 1789: the October March.

Angered by food shortages,

Parisian women marched on Versailles.

October 6th, 1789.

The royal family left Versailles forever

and made their way to the Tuileries Palace in Paris.

June 20th, 1791: the Flight to Varennes.

Aided by von Fersen, the royal family failed in an attempt to flee the country.

Anger grew stronger among the citizens.

August 13th, 1792.

Royal authority was rescinded.

The royal family was imprisoned in the Tour du Temple.

September 21st, 1792: Abolition of the Monarchy.

Louis XVI abdicated, and France was declared a republic.

January 21st, 1793.

Louis XVI was executed.

August 1st, 1793.

Marie Antoinette was separated from her children

and moved to the Conciergerie.

October 16th, 1793.

Marie Antoinette was executed.

June 20th, 1810.

Hans Axel von Fersen was killed by a mob in his native Sweden.

True to his promise to Marie Antoinette, he never married.

The French Revolution,

beginning with the fall of the Bastille on July 14th, 1789,

led to the Reign of Terror,

which ended after Napoleon's coup d'état on November 9th, 1799.

These roses lived through those tempestuous times,

resolutely pursuing their own will.

To this day, their brilliant flowers are blooming.

Each one stands noble and proud.

Their bold petals never fade.

Everlasting radiance, bathed in warm light.