As a seasoned movie-goer with a penchant for historical dramas and a soft spot for strong female leads, I must say that this season of ‘The Serpent Queen‘ left me feeling rather bewildered and disillusioned.
As a long-time fan of historical dramas, I must admit that this current season of the show has left me feeling rather perplexed and underwhelmed. After a lengthy hiatus, I had high expectations for the character development and plot progression, especially considering Minnie Driver’s captivating portrayal of Elizabeth I. However, the narrative seems to have taken an unexpected turn, leaving me scratching my head in confusion.
Catherine’s half-brother Alessandro accompanies her to Paris with plans to construct her palace. Upon arrival, he proposes to Catherine the idea of sponsoring a colony in America, particularly Florida. If you’re thinking, oh sure, given Florida’s strong connection to the French language, that makes sense. However, it’s important to note that the French didn’t fare well in colonizing Florida. The Spanish, who already had claims on the region, quickly thwarted these attempts. “We’ll be the ones toppling civilizations,” might have been what the Spanish soldiers were thinking. Catherine decides to postpone this ill-fated Floridian colony due to France’s ongoing religious conflicts.
As a long-time fan of family sitcoms and dramas, I have to admit that watching “The Righteous Gemstones” has truly redefined my expectations for adult sibling dynamics on television. However, this particular family dynamic in the show seems to be lacking something essential – conflict or tension between the siblings.
As a film enthusiast, I can’t help but comment on an intriguing exchange between Margot and her grandniece, who arrives with Charles. Margot suspects the young woman of plotting to marry Charles, and Charles retorts that Margo thinks speaking bluntly makes her brave, yet the truth is, no one else says such things because they’re dull and unengaging. However, Charles misses the mark. People don’t say those things because the majority aren’t jerks. It’s indeed captivating to accuse someone of scheming a marriage, but when the person in question is innocent, it merely comes across as being rude.
As a long-time fan of historical dramas, I have to say that I find this particular narrative quite captivating, albeit with a few aspects that leave me slightly uncomfortable. The plot twists and turns keep me engaged, and the intrigue surrounding the private council meeting has piqued my curiosity. However, the repeated portrayal of queer characters as villains or being involved in violent acts is concerning.
Regarding Sister Edith, she persists as a fervent enigma. Antoine and Louis de Bourbon choose to secretly meet with her, hoping for Elizabeth’s backing from her. However, it transpires that Edith knows more about Elizabeth’s whereabouts than they do; she reveals that Elizabeth arrived in Flanders the previous day, accompanied by weapons for the rebels. Incredibly, this is unfounded information as Elizabeth never left England during her reign of forty-five years. Yet, since I’m intrigued to see Elizabeth interact with other monarchs, let’s continue. Louis and Antoine are taken aback, especially when Edith questions Antoine about his faith and demands Aabis to torch his arm until he confesses his wrongdoings. We bear witness to the burning arm, a sight truly repulsive. Edith makes ominous remarks about purification through flames, and she dismisses the Bourbons. It seems someone must put an end to Sister Edith’s manipulation. I wonder if Rahima could handle it, but her screen time remains minimal. It’s such a pity; the series could focus on her and her troop of alluring court ladies instead. Oh well!
As a historian who has spent years delving into the intricacies of European royal families, I find Philip of Spain’s life story particularly fascinating. The incident where he was kicked by a horse and left unresponsive serves as a stark reminder of the precarious nature of life in those times. It was during this period that Elisabeth, known for her kindness and compassion, began visiting him and reading to him, which brought a glimmer of happiness to his father, Charles V. The alliance between France and the Holy Roman Empire was strengthened through Catherine’s cunning plan to marry Philip and Elisabeth. However, the consummation of their marriage required an unusual arrangement due to Philip’s condition. As a historian, I can’t help but marvel at the unique customs and practices that ruled the lives of these powerful figures in history.
In simpler terms, how did Catherine manage to arrange this marriage without any discussions with the king, council, or others who would undoubtedly voice their opinions? By getting Rahima to drugging the wine of all the important royals. When they regained consciousness, Elizabeth was already on a carriage with Philip and Charles V, headed for her new country. Her siblings’ reactions were essentially, “Hm, okay.” They might never see their sister again. No big deal! As Elizabeth’s carriage departed, another one appeared. It carried Charles’ potential bride. Anjou exclaimed, “Oh no!” as Queen Elizabeth stepped out of the carriage. The final scene is particularly noteworthy. Next week, we can expect more scenes featuring Elizabeth I and Catherine de’ Medici! Can’t wait for it!
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2024-08-10 06:54