The film is adapted from a true story. In Denmark in the 18th century, physician Johann Friedrich Struenseevery concerned about the future of the country and the suffering of the people, and he had been secretly supporting the New Deal and the revolution. By chance, he wasby the King of Denmark, Christian, and called to accompany him on a tour of Europe. As the king’s personal doctor, Stearns completely controlled the mentally unstable king, gained his trust, and slowly came into contact with the power center of the country. Not only that, Stearns also won Queen Caroline Matilda. The two have the same understanding and respect for life and freedom. They are each other's light in the dark. They are destined to walk towards each other and warm each other. Soon the queen fell in love with this handsome doctor. Their love affair even became a "national event" for a while. With the support of the queen, Stearns became the de facto regent. Stearns worked hard to promote the New Deal and abolish the old serf system. The people's lives were gradually improved and human rights were valued. And his reforms also aroused the hatred of the nobles. He tried to stage a coup, but was eventually executed on charges of "abuse of power" and "violation of the king's dignity."
A Royal Affair movie plot
2022-04-27 06:01
Extended Reading
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Title Card: Europe at the close of the 18th century. The nobility rules by oppression, supported by strong religious forces. But the winds of change are blowing... Across the continent intellectuals and freethinkers demand reforms and freedom for the people. It is the age of the Enlightenment.
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[first lines]
Caroline Mathilde: [writing a letter] I'm trying to remember him. Johann. I have to tell you about him. About us. Why we did the things we did.
Caroline Mathilde: My beloved children, you do not know me, but I am your mother. Perhaps you have never forgiven me. Perhaps you hate me. I hope not. I now know that I will never see you again, so I am writing to tell you the truth, before it's too late.