Original subtitles

The weapons are ready for transport, Count von Bismarck.

But what if the Hungarians break their promise and go against us?

Javel, Grev von Bismarck.

Company, load the weapons for transport!

This unit and this unit, read the weapons in a hurry.

Fresh and relaxed at work.

Gentlemen, now don't fall asleep. This way.

Have a nice trip.

So.

Don't worry.

Count Andrássy will probably prove to be loyal.

Alone to Hungary. Are you sure, Your Majesty?

Last time was dangerous enough.

I will do everything to spare the people from another war.

You made the right choice.

She has a special relationship with the Hungarians.

Where are you going?

- I'll get her! - Franz!

- Watch out though! - We have to treat the wound.

Gyula!

Now be careful, Gyula!

No!

Shoot it if it returns. It has cost three men their lives.

Now that must be enough.

Bismarck has invaded our territories in Northern Germany.

This insult requires an answer to the charge.

Find out which parts of the Confederation are with us.

We should not escalate the conflict.

If the Confederation stands together, Bismarck might withdraw.

Will your Majesty permit a remark about the Treasury?

I dont do that.

France gives us a loan.

What conditions does Napoleon set?

Let me put it this way: We cannot afford to lose.

- Do you need a stay? - No.

We just have to get there in a hurry.

We'll be there soon.

This is not how you welcome an empress.

Count Andrássy doesn't know we're here.

- I don't want any fuss. - Your Majesty.

We believe that Count Andrássy met with Bismarck in Biarritz.

Med Bismarck?

What are you doing, Your Majesty?

Wait for me!

And the Pope saw that Stephen was an honorable man.

So he bestowed upon him a crown to be worn by all—

- who would serve their country with equal devotion.

But not everyone had such a good heart.

The further Stefan's death came from a distance -

- the worse things happened in the name of his precious crown.

So bad were those things that I cannot tell about them.

Thus passed the years -

- and the crown brought only death and unhappiness with it...

... until some men stole it and buried it in a secret place.

The crown was never again to let the country's destiny be controlled by anyone...

... who were not as righteous as King Stefan.

Or you.

Your Majesty.

What a surprise.

Good evening.

Welcome to the most beautiful place on earth, if you ask me.

Why is this honor due?

- It's my sister, Emanuelle. - It was a pleasure.

Let's sit down.

The Empress also has a young daughter.

And a son, but he is very small.

- How small is he? - So small.

I hope you are hungry.

Where I come from, you eat chicken with your fingers.

That is, where I really come from.

They asked why I came to visit.

I wanted to talk to you, Count Andrássy.

Do you want to talk to me?

Of course, Your Majesty.

What can I do for you?

We are on the brink of a war against Prussia.

- Yes, I have heard that. - Now, so you have?

Which side are you on, Count Andrássy?

Was it your husband's idea to send you here?

Yes. But I came of my own free will.

And why did you do it?

Because I know you were in France to talk to Bismarck.

And because I trust you.

Although you don't always tell the truth.

They are right.

Bismarck tried to get me on his side.

What did he offer you?

Modern weapons.

Our freedom.

And what was your answer?

Andrássa's strike.

If it comes to war, we need your loyalty.

It's getting late. We should go back.

Your Majesty ...

She should at least master polite address.

Tell King Louis that I refuse his drowned soldiers.

- Do I really have to tell him? - Of course not.

We need the Bavarian people.

And their railway. To the troops.

- Yes, Your Majesty. - Bewildered!

Marie, you are a rude child!

If Your Majesty permits, I will set out.

Good luck.

Even your mother was more well-mannered.

Mor!

You have been injured.

- What are you doing here? - I just wanted to ...

If I see you near my son again, may God be gracious to you.

Get lost!

Where on earth have you been?

Give him to me.

Finally, stay seated.

Your Majesty, have you slept well?

No. Better than good.

My brother is on his way. He takes care of the horses.

Would you like breakfast? Remove it here.

Thanks, but I'm never hungry at this time.

So let's get going. Your Majesty.

I have something to show you. The clothes should fit.

The Empress is not going anywhere without me and the guards.

They can come along, but the guards will stay here.

- I must insist. - I have to too.

Do not be afraid. Akos does nothing when I'm here.

He seems to like you.

In some places, no rain has fallen for a year.

We have a well, so we can manage -

- but many have lost the harvest.

Come on, kids. There is bread.

Tell Ödön that the Empress is here.

Calm down, there's enough for everyone.

Here you go.

She is practically unprotected.

She only has four guards with her.

I'll be back tomorrow.

Ödön must do something now.

How can I ask them to go to war for Austria?

Lets go.

- I didn't know... - That it was so bad?

Our representatives' hands are tied because of your husband -

- which has stripped Hungary's parliament of all power.

And.

I will write to my husband ...

... and ask him to send 20 million guilders to Hungary.

As emergency aid.

20 million guilders?

Your husband needs every penny for the war.

- Now we'll see. - Yes.

What's up with that animal?

He belonged to my wife.

What happened to her?

- What now? - On forgiveness, Your Majesty.

There is a message from your wife. From Hungary.

What is she writing?

We'll talk about that later.

There is something else we need to talk about.

- Can't it wait? - No.

What happened here?

Marie was beside herself, Your Majesty.

When we arrived, she had set fire to her bed.

She called out to her mother and wouldn't stop crying.

We are lucky that the whole castle didn't burn down.

The girl must go.

Will you leave me alone, mom?

As you wish.

Where is Marie now?

We don't know, Your Majesty.

What does that mean? Find her.

Yes, Your Majesty.

Let go of me! Let go of me!

No!

- What are they doing? - I want to catch your stallion.

No, Kopanje is dangerous.

His wound needs tending. Otherwise, his days are numbered.

- Then let me come along. - No.

Leave the fold open. Maybe he follows the mare.

They know each other.

- I have spoken to Ödön. - What did he say?

Where are we going?

I wanted to silence Rudolf so the maids wouldn't hurt him.

What are you talking about?

They always shake him so he stops screaming.

Then he screams even more and they cover his mouth.

Rudolf is afraid of them.

Please look up.

Stop!

Hey! Hey!

Now no more trouble. Is that understood?

Fine.

Funny now.

Com, Bathing.

Good boy.

Come on!

A M/1854. The best leaves on the market.

With under-calibrated expanding projectiles.

Franz! Franz!

What are you doing here? No more trouble, I said.

Sorry. Can I watch?

An M/41 breechloader.

The latest invention from the Sömmerda weapons factory -

- with high firing rate.

It hits crookedly.

Hit accuracy and range are slightly less -

- but it can be left sitting or lying down.

It is pure baby food. Let me demonstrate.

Should I try?

Why do you ask?

He said it was baby food.

It's not for little girls.

Many will fight who have never held a weapon.

Is it not true?

- Pure baby food. - Wait.

Never aim at anyone -

- if you don't want to kill them.

- What do they cost? - 100 guilders per piece.

How many rear loaders have the Prussians ordered?

How do you know that?

30.000.

When do you deliver them?

We have already done that.

Why is Marie back? Because of Sisi?

No, because of me.

Pity is no virtue.

I don't feel sorry for her.

I respect her courage.

My dear Franz.

I think the Hungarians will help us if you do the right thing.

But it is only up to you and I await your reply.

I miss you as soon as we are not together.

To pass the time I have started writing poems again -

- but I won't subject you to that.

This time I would forgive you if you laughed.

Good boy.

It must first be disinfected.

Your Majesty, this is a message from Vienna.

My husband listens to me.

20 million guilders for crisis aid.

Immediately.

Can we now count on your support?

Is there news from Bavaria?

His Majesty King Louis has refused our request.

The Bavarian railway is not available to our troops.

Bismarck wants to use the railway. It is a great advantage for him.

How did Ludvig's words sound?

They could ...

... do something so cruel to him, Your Majesty -

- and you could stick your request under the foreskin.

RAILWAY CARD

I go to Bavaria and talk to my father-in-law.

If anyone can persuade Ludvig, it's Max.

Do you want to talk to Max?

- Do you have a better idea? - I could try.

No. I do it.

Good luck with that.

Thanks Mom.

How lucky. Bismarck kept his promise.

Luck, Emanuelle, lies at our feet.

What shall we do with the empress?

That woman ...

That woman is worth more than 1000 weapons.

Then we go.

I know it must sound naive coming from an empress…

... but I have always envied you your life.

- I better... - Don't be afraid.

Texts: Torben Grønbæk Jensen Iyuno