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Marie Antoinette

A Public Feud

A Public Feud

A Public Feud

When Marie Antoinette refuses to speak to Madame du Barry, the King requests a public acknowledgement at the Royal Family's fête champêtre celebration. If she doesn't comply, her actions may lead to negative consequences for the Franco-Austrian alliance.

Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI Confront Their Marital Issues

Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI Confront Their Marital Issues

Talks of divorce threaten the Franco-Austrian alliance and Marie Antoinette's brother, Joseph, makes a trip to Versailles to help mediate. When the blame for the King and Queen's deteriorating marriage falls on Marie Antoinette, she's quick to point out Joseph and Louis' sexist