The Real Versailles
May 30, 2016 · 54m
Director
Rosie SchellenbergOverview
As BBC Two premieres its lavish new drama set in the sumptuous surroundings of Versailles, Lucy Worsley and Helen Castor tell the real-life stories behind one of the world's grandest buildings. They reveal the colourful world of sex, drama and intrigue that Louis XIV and his courtiers inhabited. Lucy untangles Louis's complex world of court etiquette, fashion and feasting, while Helen delves into the archives and unpicks the Machiavellian world of court politics that Louis created. We meet the people behind the on-screen characters and discover what drove Louis to glorify his reign on a scale unmatched by any previous monarch, examine the tension between Louis and his brother Philippe, a battle hero and overt homosexual, and they meet the coterie of women who competed for Louis's attention. We see that Louis was ruthless in his pursuit of glory and succeeded in defeating his enemies. In his record-breaking 72-year reign, France became renowned for its culture and sophistication.
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About The Real Versailles
What is The Real Versailles about?
As BBC Two premieres its lavish new drama set in the sumptuous surroundings of Versailles, Lucy Worsley and Helen Castor tell the real-life stories behind one of the world's grandest buildings. They reveal the colourful world of sex, drama and intrigue that Louis XIV and his courtiers inhabited. Lucy untangles Louis's complex world of court etiquette, fashion and feasting, while Helen delves…
When was The Real Versailles released?
The Real Versailles was released on May 30, 2016.
How long is The Real Versailles?
The Real Versailles runs 54 minutes.
Who directed The Real Versailles?
The Real Versailles was directed by Rosie Schellenberg.
Who is in the cast of The Real Versailles?
The cast of The Real Versailles includes Lucy Worsley (Presenter), Helen Castor (Presenter), James Daybell (Participant) and Mark Wallis (Participant).