Sofia Carmina Coppola has always been fascinated by French history in the 18th century. In her heart, the Palace of Versailles is no longer a palace building, but a condensed national history. She chose the biographical novel Maria Antonia Josepha Johanna: Journey published by Antonia Fraser in 2001 as the adaptation object instead of the biography "The Decapitated Queen: The Double Tragedy of Revolution and Marriage" written by Stephen Zweig. It is because the latter's portrayal of Queen Mary is more focused on politics and history, while the former has a more character touch. She focused her script on the period when Mary was in the Palace of Versailles, focusing not on the historical evaluation of Mary, but on the vitality and appeal of the young people in the court, which can allow the audience to blend in and go back to history together.
Marie Antoinette Creative background
2021-12-12 08:01
Extended Reading
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Marie-Antoinette: [her dog, Mops, is taken away] Mops!
Comtesse de Noailles: You may have as many French dogs as you like.
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Ambassador Mercy: Madame du Barry would like to offer you some diamonds.
Marie-Antoinette: I have enough diamonds.
Ambassador Mercy: Snubbing the King's favorite is publicly criticizing the King's behavior. All you need to do is say a few words to her; because of rank she is not allowed to speak to you first.
Marie-Antoinette: Well, I certainly have nothing to say to her. And why should I approve of his cavorting with a harlot?
Ambassador Mercy: [reproachfully] Your Royal Highness!
Marie-Antoinette: Well, that's what she is. Everyone knows that she's from a brothel and that title was bought for her.
Ambassador Mercy: Your mother and I are very concerned. Du Barry has been complaining to the King that you will not address her, and you cannot afford to fall out of favor with the King. Especially as your marriage... not exactly on solid ground.
Marie-Antoinette: [annoyed] Fine. I'll talk to her.