Young Victoria The

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00:00:23 (drill sergeant)
00:00:27 (stomping boots / gun salute)
00:01:10 (woman) Some people are born
00:01:14 Such was the case with me.
00:01:17 But as a child,
00:01:22 What little girl does not dream
00:01:28 But some palaces
00:01:32 Even a palace... can be a prison.
00:01:36 (rattling)
00:01:41 Mama never explained why she
00:01:44 Why I couldn't attend school with
00:01:56 When my father died,
00:01:58 Mama and her adviser,
00:02:02 He said they were for my protection,
00:02:05 and he called it the Kensington System.
00:02:08 I could not sleep in a room
00:02:10 or even walk downstairs
00:02:18 I learned the reason for all this
00:02:22 My uncle William
00:02:25 Yet he and his three brothers
00:02:31 And that was me.
00:02:33 Sir John's dream
00:02:36 and there would be a Regency,
00:02:39 where my mother would rule England
00:02:43 So I began to dream of the day
00:02:49 .. and I might be free.
00:02:51 And I prayed for the strength
00:02:54 (whispers) I will be good.
00:02:56 # ("Zadok the Priest" by Handel)
00:03:25 (all) God save the Queen!
00:03:27 God save the Queen!
00:03:32 (silence)
00:03:38 (single bell tolls)
00:03:41 (bells chime)
00:03:46 (man) Sign it!
00:03:48 Are you sure
00:03:50 We've waited long enough.
00:03:52 Now, for the last time,
00:03:55 I will not sign it.
00:03:58 I say you will!
00:04:00 - I say I will not.
00:04:03 Sir John.
00:04:07 We were just...
00:04:08 It's time for the Princess's medicine.
00:04:13 - Shall l?
00:04:16 Well, if you're sure.
00:04:23 - Good night, mein liebling.
00:04:33 How are you?
00:04:48 (Leopold)
00:04:50 My sister says Victoria won't sign
00:04:55 And why would she sign it?
00:04:57 The Princess is nearly 1 8. Why
00:05:01 Because she is an ignorant baby.
00:05:03 Because she needs guidance and time
00:05:08 Until then, my sister
00:05:12 Sir John Conroy would be Regent.
00:05:15 Unfortunately, the Duchess
00:05:20 It may be in Your Majesty's interests
00:05:24 before it's too late,
00:05:28 Of course, the Duchess won't like it.
00:05:33 Baron, I was born the younger son
00:05:36 Now I'm King of the Belgians.
00:05:39 Such journeys are not managed
00:05:45 Besides,
00:05:49 Now go to Germany
00:05:55 (man) Albert!
00:06:03 (Victoria) I suppose you want
00:06:09 Really? Just the two of us alone?
00:06:17 (she chuckles)
00:06:23 Hold still
00:06:31 (dog whines)
00:06:33 Oh, I give up!
00:06:35 I give up. You are impossible.
00:06:41 (Lehzen)
00:06:47 (Victoria) Come on!
00:06:50 Dash!
00:07:11 - Where is the Duchess?
00:07:20 (Conroy) It will take them three days
00:07:25 - How did you come downstairs?
00:07:28 - Not alone?
00:07:30 - Lehzen was with me.
00:07:32 She did. Though why she still has to...
00:07:35 Because not everyone in England
00:07:38 Put the book down, please.
00:07:50 (chuckles) Dashy!
00:07:51 England is the key to peace in Europe.
00:07:54 Your uncle's throne is six years old
00:07:58 He only took the crown of Belgium
00:08:02 And if he's to survive, he must have
00:08:07 Favourite novels?
00:08:13 - Sie hat nicht viele Romane gelesen.
00:08:18 She has not read many novels.
00:08:21 - But she did like...?
00:08:24 - By?
00:08:25 - Other recreations?
00:08:28 Piano. Music, generally. It's hard
00:08:33 Never mind Schubert.
00:08:35 - Is she permitted the theatre?
00:08:39 Which opera does she like best?
00:08:45 - Norma?
00:08:47 I Puritani!
00:08:50 (sings aria)
00:08:55 (man) In order to maintain control
00:08:58 Sir John and the Duchess keep her
00:09:02 Thus when she does
00:09:05 her mere presence causes quite a stir.
00:09:25 You must win her favour
00:09:38 You still don't look well.
00:09:41 - No, Mama.
00:09:45 We missed the Queen's birthday.
00:09:48 We've accepted. We're going.
00:09:50 Really, Victoria, don't issue
00:09:55 Well, you've already disobeyed
00:10:00 Are we to live like rabbits,
00:10:03 We live in a palace, Mama.
00:10:06 The rooms which I took were empty.
00:10:09 Keeping us out of them
00:10:14 - That's what John says.
00:10:18 My dearest child,
00:10:23 I wish you could believe that.
00:10:28 I've invited the Coburg brothers
00:10:32 - You ought to know them better.
00:10:35 Because you should.
00:10:39 - Uncle Leopold thinks it's a good idea.
00:10:47 You stick one more pin in me,
00:10:52 Your first visit is the most important.
00:10:57 And always remember,
00:11:03 The King of the Belgians is a Coburg.
00:11:08 so is the Queen of England's mother.
00:11:13 (Leopold)
00:11:18 (footman) Is this all the luggage?
00:11:21 - What if she wants to dance?
00:11:36 - Your Serene Highnesses, welcome.
00:11:39 I'm Sir John Conroy, controller of the
00:11:57 The Duchess is in the drawing room.
00:12:05 - Ah! May I present her Royal...
00:12:13 I'm Ernst, ma'am.
00:12:23 - We haven't interrupt your studies?
00:12:27 - How was your journey?
00:12:30 We had books to keep us busy.
00:12:32 As matter of fact, I passed the time
00:12:37 By Sir Walter... Scott.
00:12:41 Yes.
00:12:46 Do you want to come and meet Mama?
00:12:58 (birdsong)
00:13:04 Of the modern composers, I suppose
00:13:08 What a coincidence! So is mine.
00:13:12 - No, wait, let me guess. I Puritani?
00:13:17 I used to like it too.
00:13:22 (dog barks)
00:13:23 Dashy! Go fetch it! Fetch it, Dash!
00:13:28 Aye, aye, aye, aye.
00:13:33 - Have I offended you in some way?
00:13:43 And Schubert.
00:13:46 I like Schubert.
00:13:49 I think...
00:13:55 I don't mind Schubert.
00:13:59 Good.
00:14:28 Do you ever feel like
00:14:31 In a game being played
00:14:35 - Do you?
00:14:38 I see them leaning in
00:14:42 The Duchess and Sir John?
00:14:45 Not just them. Uncle Leopold.
00:14:49 The King. I'm sure half the politicians
00:14:53 and drag me from square to square.
00:15:02 Then master the rules of the game
00:15:09 You don't recommend I find a husband
00:15:14 I should find one to play it with you,
00:15:20 Why don't we ring for some music?
00:15:24 I've recently discovered the waltz
00:15:31 - Waltzing is not really my forte.
00:15:38 What a shame.
00:15:46 You know the King wants me to marry
00:15:50 Hmm.
00:15:53 What's he like at chess?
00:15:57 (giggles)
00:16:10 Victoria.
00:16:13 It's alright, Lehzen,
00:16:16 You'll have to hold my hand.
00:16:19 Not in the least.
00:16:29 What did you want to say?
00:16:33 Only that I understand more
00:16:38 Do you?
00:16:39 My childhood wasn't easy either.
00:16:43 - I know. She died.
00:16:45 That is, she did die eventually, but...
00:16:49 she was sent away long before that.
00:16:52 There was some difficulty.
00:16:54 It was all hushed up
00:16:59 But I know what it is to live
00:17:03 while never giving a clue
00:17:09 Did Uncle Leopold
00:17:11 No. Er, he actually told me
00:17:14 (giggles) Well, how little he knows me.
00:17:20 Hmm.
00:17:36 May I write to you?
00:18:06 (she hums)
00:18:15 You'll miss the princes
00:18:18 Don't be impertinent.
00:18:20 (Victoria giggles softly)
00:18:22 - Those boys pester you.
00:18:25 You don't think I've come this far
00:18:32 - You must marry one day.
00:18:37 And if I do, I shall please myself,
00:18:39 not Mama or Uncle Leopold or the King
00:18:44 (hums / giggles)
00:18:59 - Must l?
00:19:02 Be on your guard.
00:19:03 We are going to Windsor
00:19:06 - In the castle of the enemy.
00:19:09 - Agree to nothing.
00:19:12 You needed the space.
00:19:16 I wish you were coming with us.
00:19:28 You're very intent, Baroness.
00:19:31 Someone should.
00:19:38 (horses whinny)
00:19:40 - Present Prime Minister?
00:19:44 Lord Melbourne.
00:19:46 The Liberal leader who'll probably be
00:19:50 - He may be troublesome.
00:19:53 He puts the interests of England
00:19:56 - Which is bad?
00:20:01 He wouldn't spill one drop of
00:20:05 (Lord Chamberlain)
00:20:11 Why would he save a foreign throne
00:20:15 That is just the kind of thinking
00:20:24 Which is why he's content to find his
00:20:28 (Lord Chamberlain)
00:20:30 In the public mind, the leader of the
00:20:35 Napoleon's conqueror,
00:20:38 - But not in fact.
00:20:40 - You look in very good health, sir.
00:20:43 - I wish I was. Enjoy the meal.
00:20:47 The next T ory Prime Minister
00:20:51 (Lord Chamberlain)..and Lady Peel.
00:20:56 Which side does Victoria favour?
00:20:59 She's a Liberal. Above all,
00:21:04 And he'll take full advantage of it.
00:21:08 Her Royal Highness,
00:21:17 Her Royal Highness,
00:21:20 The Lady Flora Hastings.
00:21:28 - Hello, Uncle.
00:21:32 And all of us
00:21:35 We'll find out soon enough.
00:21:37 Lord Melbourne will make her fall
00:21:43 - Don't underestimate Victoria.
00:21:49 (King William) My dearest niece.
00:21:51 - Won't you greet your cousin George?
00:21:55 How can my niece and nephew have
00:21:59 Whereas you are quite unchanged
00:22:02 If I put my head very close to yours
00:22:06 - they'll think we're hatching a plot.
00:22:09 If I look a little surprised,... (gasps)
00:22:11 - well, then they'll know it.
00:22:14 I wish we saw more of you. But then,
00:22:21 The plain fact is, madam,
00:22:26 One cannot steal a room, sir.
00:22:31 Now they are used,
00:22:34 I see. So I have no say
00:22:37 Why not move in here
00:22:40 The Queen and l
00:22:43 So would I be, sir, if I thought that
00:22:48 - How dare you talk...!
00:22:53 You have exhausted the topic.
00:22:58 Conroy tried to force the Princess
00:23:02 She wouldn't sign it, sick as she was.
00:23:24 Your next birthday
00:23:27 - I hope we'll see more of you at Court.
00:23:31 (woman laughs)
00:23:34 You know,
00:23:38 you have one in me.
00:23:41 The Prime Minister
00:23:44 Not at all.
00:23:47 Naturally,
00:23:49 - You knew my father?
00:23:53 I'm sorry.
00:23:56 No. I love to hear from someone who
00:24:01 Well,... he was a great gentleman.
00:24:07 Indeed I am.
00:24:09 Excellent company like his brother, the
00:24:15 And kind, like his brother, the King,...
00:24:22 (laughs)
00:24:24 Well, you make him sound
00:24:27 Oh, I think so, ma'am.
00:24:31 Your leader is hard at work, Duchess.
00:24:33 You see him hover with his net
00:24:38 And when your party is back in power,
00:24:42 (laughs)
00:24:46 Unfortunately, I have no small talk.
00:24:52 And I would have a hard time
00:24:55 The most brutal officer
00:25:24 (orchestra stops playing)
00:25:25 (he sighs)
00:25:43 (he sighs)
00:25:46 (slurred) I thank you
00:25:52 It has been a long life...
00:25:57 But I shall be content
00:26:02 Just enough... to dispense
00:26:10 ..so that I may pass the Royal
00:26:18 And not... to the hands...
00:26:26 ..who is surrounded by evil advisers
00:26:30 and who cannot act with propriety in
00:26:37 I have been insulted!
00:26:39 Grossly and continually insulted!
00:26:43 She has kept her daughter,
00:26:50 But from now on,
00:26:55 And I will not be flouted
00:26:59 or by that jackanapes
00:27:11 Are you alright?
00:27:13 (heavy door slams)
00:27:16 Families, who'd be without them?
00:27:44 (insects chirrup)
00:28:01 Are you listening?
00:28:06 What?
00:28:17 - Well?
00:28:20 but it's not from Germany,
00:28:25 So it is. Thank you, Watson.
00:28:35 - Don't you see what he wants?
00:28:38 once I'm 1 8 and he asks to see me
00:28:42 The King wants to separate you from
00:28:47 to take you from those whose sole aim
00:28:50 No need to shout. The people
00:28:54 without hearing it from your lips.
00:28:57 Tell her. Make her understand.
00:29:01 What Sir John means is that you're
00:29:05 And if I am, whose fault is that?
00:29:07 You're too young! You've no experience!
00:29:10 You're like a china doll
00:29:13 Well, then, I must smash!
00:29:17 - So if you'll excuse me...
00:29:21 Now this is what you will do!
00:29:24 First, you will refuse the money and
00:29:28 Next, you will appoint me
00:29:32 Finally, you will agree
00:29:35 until your 25th birthday.
00:29:40 You may do
00:29:43 Now, get out of my way!
00:29:51 And if you think that I will ever forget
00:29:55 that you just stood by silent
00:29:58 you are dreaming!
00:30:05 (dog whimpers)
00:30:21 (King William) Is there no limit
00:30:24 Mark my words!
00:30:28 My poor sister-in-law. What is the hold
00:30:33 What about her uncle in Brussels?
00:30:37 King Leopold is as slippery
00:30:42 If he did dislodge Conroy, it'd only be
00:30:47 Mightn't there be some benefit
00:30:51 before Conroy
00:30:55 (sighs) Very well.
00:31:00 Lord, in your mercy, get me past May!
00:31:06 That way she'll be of age and we'll
00:31:14 I tell you, Lord Melbourne,
00:31:17 makes it impossible to keep him
00:31:22 Any post whatever.
00:31:24 You don't think it more dangerous
00:31:29 I know things that mean
00:31:33 Now, I see I must endure Lady Flora.
00:31:36 Mama cannot appear at Court
00:31:39 but I draw the line at Conroy.
00:31:41 And once I'm Queen, I do not wish
00:31:44 Well, we can't prevent the Duchess
00:31:46 from keeping him
00:31:48 That will be her mistake, not mine.
00:31:54 (Albert)
00:32:00 Dearest Victoria,
00:32:14 What? Like a vulture? T o hover
00:32:18 And, ma'am, you needn't worry.
00:32:23 I'll be your private secretary.
00:32:26 Thank you, Lord Melbourne.
00:32:29 - Wenn er tot ist, dann gibt es mehr...
00:32:33 When he is dead, there'll be more
00:32:38 We should consider
00:32:41 Your ladies-in-waiting and so forth.
00:32:43 Perhaps the Duchess of Sutherland
00:32:48 Oh, I don't really know her.
00:32:49 Ma'am, she's a dear friend of mine.
00:32:53 I should be lost without your guidance.
00:32:56 - I hope you know how grateful I am.
00:33:00 What is it? Don't you like her?
00:33:02 Yes, I like her.
00:33:05 More than I dared hope.
00:33:07 But it's not up to me, is it.
00:33:11 who waits for a rich woman to decide
00:33:24 - Then, why not tell her how you feel?
00:33:35 (Albert) My dear Victoria,
00:33:37 these days will be full of sadness
00:33:42 Will you allow me to offer my support,
00:33:46 If I cannot be with you,
00:33:48 then I pray you will hear my voice
00:33:52 You know my love of Schubert.
00:33:55 This is his "Swan Song".
00:34:01 - Is he ready?
00:34:08 Let her enjoy succession
00:34:13 We must wait for disillusion,
00:34:39 (Duchess of Kent) Victoria.
00:34:46 You must come now.
00:35:08 Long live the Queen.
00:35:16 (door opens)
00:35:26 I'm going back to bed.
00:35:29 I imagine Lord Melbourne
00:35:32 Make sure he has everything he needs
00:35:37 Of course, Your Royal...
00:35:41 Your Majesty.
00:35:50 Victoria, wait. I will hold your hand.
00:35:53 No. Thank you, Mama.
00:35:55 And, Lehzen, in the morning,
00:35:58 into a room of my own?
00:36:00 - Surely there's no need...
00:36:31 The Council is assembled,
00:36:59 (Lord Chamberlain)
00:37:23 (clears throat)
00:37:30 It is with a sense
00:37:33 that I address you,
00:37:36 as your Sovereign and Queen.
00:37:40 I mourn sincerely the death
00:37:45 but I know I may count on you to serve
00:37:56 (clears throat)
00:38:00 I am young, but I am willing to learn.
00:38:04 And I mean to devote my life
00:38:08 and my people.
00:38:10 I look for your help in this.
00:38:14 I know I shall not be disappointed.
00:38:18 Thank you.
00:38:25 She starts on your watch,
00:38:28 Guard her well
00:38:31 (door closes)
00:38:37 (exhales deeply)
00:38:52 As a matter of interest, will a time
00:38:56 You'll enjoy this.
00:39:00 Present arms!
00:39:03 (Victoria) Dearest Albert, on Tuesday,
00:39:07 It is only just finished and I shall be
00:39:16 As I stepped out of the carriage,
00:39:18 for the first time in my life,
00:39:29 - Splendid, is it not?
00:39:34 (Queen Adelaide) You'll have to decide
00:39:37 What about Leopold's candidate?
00:39:39 I can't marry the man
00:39:41 Oh!
00:39:43 Every suitor
00:39:47 Can't I be my own mistress for a while?
00:39:52 Dear Lord M, he's so very kind. I
00:39:55 You may dream of independence,
00:39:59 From now on, everyone will push you
00:40:03 Melbourne more than the rest.
00:40:06 Just remember, you are the Queen,
00:40:10 And politicians, whatever their creed,
00:40:14 They pass through. You stay.
00:40:17 So just keep "dear Lord M"
00:40:22 He's already chosen the new household.
00:40:25 About my ladies-in-waiting...
00:40:27 Yes, I'll have a list brought
00:40:32 Only my aunt advised me not to be,
00:40:36 With respect, Your Majesty,
00:40:39 I think I understand these things at
00:40:43 I know that, of course.
00:40:44 And we want our friends around us,
00:40:49 as we begin our labours.
00:40:51 We don't want to find Sir John Conroy
00:40:55 No. Not if we have to line up
00:40:59 Well, quite, ma'am. It's very cold
00:41:03 It seems the fires are laid
00:41:07 but lit by the Lord Chamberlain's,
00:41:09 and no one knows which footmen
00:41:13 Well, if that's the way things are done,
00:41:17 We must improve where we can.
00:41:21 If I've discovered anything
00:41:23 it's the suffering that needs my help.
00:41:26 Never try to do good, Your Majesty.
00:41:28 - It always leads to terrible scrapes.
00:41:30 Lord Melbourne, that is not
00:41:34 No. That's why I never go to church.
00:41:36 One always hears
00:41:39 (laughs)
00:41:52 I've made no promise to him.
00:41:56 But sometimes I feel
00:41:59 Never while I'm here, Your Majesty.
00:42:06 (Victoria)
00:42:09 He has proved to be most generous
00:42:12 quite wondrous in a politician,
00:42:15 someone I trust and hold dear.
00:42:17 - He is the best company imaginable.
00:42:21 Sometimes we laugh so much,
00:42:26 Oh, Albert, I so look forward to the day
00:42:31 as I do.
00:42:35 Yours affectionately, Victoria.
00:42:42 Plenty of praise for Lord Melbourne
00:42:46 - Everything comes to he who waits.
00:42:52 You've played with me, Baron.
00:42:55 And now it is enough.
00:42:58 There must be a reason
00:43:01 (Albert) Then find me a reason.
00:43:05 Ich will diesen...
00:43:10 So, are you going to propose?
00:43:15 What? What am I supposed to think?
00:43:19 I'm going to spend some time with her,
00:43:23 Besides, I am forbidden.
00:43:27 It has to come from her, apparently.
00:43:30 So I could not propose,
00:43:35 And do you want to?
00:43:51 (coachman) Walk on! Hup, hup!
00:44:01 (Victoria) Please hold still. I'm afraid
00:44:10 Am I permitted to talk?
00:44:12 Yes, but you can't move.
00:44:23 There's nothing to rival
00:44:26 Of all my life in Kensington,
00:44:30 But the gardens at Buckingham Palace,
00:44:33 - You're moving!
00:44:36 Now you're smiling.
00:44:40 (laughs) lmpossible!
00:44:46 (both laugh)
00:44:49 I believe we have a duty
00:44:53 It is the business of every sovereign
00:44:55 to champion the dispossessed,
00:44:59 Take housing. May I show you?
00:45:04 Industry is expanding so fast
00:45:06 that people are not considering
00:45:11 But I've been experimenting.
00:45:14 you can build safe, clean homes for
00:45:21 I'm sorry. I don't mean to preach.
00:45:23 No, there's no need to apologise
00:45:28 It seems I have a lot to learn.
00:45:32 With all my duties and...
00:45:34 - And I do take them very seriously.
00:45:38 But plenty of people
00:45:41 And there are even more
00:45:43 of my youth and inexperience.
00:45:46 Then, they don't know you like I do.
00:45:53 May I keep this?
00:46:07 So, remember, the first thing
00:46:10 So, take your hand back
00:46:14 Good. This is where
00:46:16 Now, release the bow.
00:46:19 Your hand must cover the leather,
00:46:21 And make a firm claw.
00:46:23 - Claw.
00:46:27 Bend this arm slightly.
00:46:32 Good.
00:46:33 Very good. Now, try with an arrow.
00:46:47 - Ah. He's still here?
00:46:50 Certainly not mine.
00:46:54 (Duchess of Kent) Where am I to live?
00:46:56 Am I to be abandoned here?
00:46:59 Or am I to beg along the highways
00:47:01 Come now. You will move
00:47:05 But she's arranged
00:47:08 It will allow you both more privacy.
00:47:10 I... I don't want privacy
00:47:15 To exclude us will launch
00:47:18 (Duchess) I know your game, my lord.
00:47:21 You want to be her father, her mother,
00:47:27 If I'm not to be her private secretary,
00:47:29 I'm sorry. I can see
00:47:35 You have played the game and lost.
00:47:44 The Prime Minister is here,
00:47:46 Thank you, Duchess.
00:47:49 Have I thanked you properly
00:47:52 It will involve
00:47:54 To be Mistress of the Robes
00:47:57 I'm only anxious to prove worthy of it.
00:47:59 My Lord Melbourne
00:48:09 (Leopold) How is Albert's visit going?
00:48:12 (Stockmar) He writes Victoria is under
00:48:17 Then he must stay in England
00:48:18 until the Queen thinks more of him
00:48:22 (Melbourne)
00:48:25 It didn't spoil things for her.
00:48:27 Are you familiar with the Coronation
00:48:32 Familiar, yes,... but quite in awe.
00:48:36 I'm terribly afraid of disappointing
00:48:45 Just be yourself. Your instincts
00:48:51 (man clears throat)
00:48:54 I'm sorry. They're preparing
00:48:57 I'm told they asked permission
00:49:01 - Don't be sorry.
00:49:08 I do want to help them,
00:49:11 And not just the labouring poor,
00:49:15 There are people who are lost. Whose
00:49:19 Well, in my experience, it's best
00:49:24 If you interfere,
00:49:27 Prince Albert doesn't agree. He's made
00:49:32 He's full to the brim
00:49:35 Is he indeed? How inspiring.
00:49:38 Well, good. He sounds like a young man
00:49:41 ready to take charge
00:49:54 Then, you had better master
00:49:56 until you play it better than they can.
00:50:12 Are you quite sure about that, ma'am?
00:50:17 Make your move.
00:50:22 (chess pieces clatter)
00:50:23 (gasps)
00:50:30 (door closes)
00:50:38 Well?
00:50:47 You may not accompany me
00:50:54 You may not attend the Coronation.
00:51:04 # ("Zadok the Priest" by Handel)
00:51:11 Perfect.
00:51:18 - (Duchess of Kent) You're unprepared.
00:51:23 (Albert)
00:51:28 (bells ring)
00:51:35 (distant applause / cheering)
00:51:53 (glass smashes)
00:52:04 (laughs) Don't look so surprised.
00:52:08 It's heartening to see she won't
00:52:13 - I don't think Dash would allow it.
00:52:17 I will. Since I firmly intend
00:52:21 (she hums softly)
00:52:27 (orchestra tunes up)
00:52:33 (Lord Chamberlain)
00:00:35 (orchestra starts up)
00:02:13 (music stops)
00:02:16 It's been quite a day. Are you tired?
00:02:19 Oh, no.
00:02:22 Well, I'm stronger than I look.
00:02:25 - How much longer are you in London?
00:02:29 Then home via Brussels.
00:02:33 - (laughs)
00:02:36 Oh, dear. I have a quadrille
00:02:40 My poor little toes.
00:02:45 Your Majesty.
00:03:07 (Victoria)
00:03:10 He proposes
00:03:13 - And what have you answered?
00:03:17 Well, perhaps you should tell your uncle
00:03:20 you need to focus
00:03:23 (thunder)
00:03:25 (both laugh)
00:03:29 (she laughs)
00:03:33 Thank you for being my messenger.
00:03:36 I hope I've given my uncle enough
00:03:39 - He takes a great interest in you.
00:03:43 You should see the questions
00:03:47 - Like a never-ending examination.
00:03:50 Lord Melbourne calls him this...
00:03:54 What about Lord Melbourne?
00:03:58 Nothing.
00:04:01 - The French Ambassador is here.
00:04:07 I wish you a good journey.
00:04:16 Victoria?
00:04:19 (sighs)
00:04:24 If there is ever an opportunity.
00:04:26 I know you would.
00:04:30 But not yet.
00:05:07 - (inhales)
00:05:09 No, sir.
00:05:14 It seems
00:05:17 to discuss politics in our otherwise
00:05:21 - Which was dictated by Melbourne.
00:05:26 (Leopold) Do something!
00:05:28 (Stockmar) I can't get past Melbourne.
00:05:30 Then get him past Melbourne!
00:05:35 (Albert) My dear Victoria,
00:05:39 of how you and I may spend
00:05:42 And I must say I hope that some
00:05:46 (clock chimes)
00:06:03 (Victoria) Dear Albert,
00:06:06 When did you learn
00:06:09 Lord M assures me
00:06:13 will be particularly gruelling
00:06:16 Thus, I am not certain
00:06:23 I look forward to your every letter,
00:06:25 enjoying the detail of life in Germany,
00:06:32 - Waterloo might not...
00:06:35 Ah, this quite inoffensive little game
00:06:39 (all laugh)
00:06:41 Lord Melbourne says
00:06:45 - English ones just let them die.
00:06:48 I thought he might be here tonight.
00:06:50 (Victoria) He's thrown me over
00:06:52 - I expect Your Majesty will miss him.
00:06:57 No, no, no.
00:06:59 What?
00:07:03 Well, only, I don't wish to crow, but...
00:07:07 that he's about to lose the vote.
00:07:18 Schatzi?
00:07:32 (sobs)
00:07:41 Never mind.
00:07:43 - (sobs)
00:07:47 - You won't desert me, will you?
00:07:50 Mein liebes Schatzi.
00:07:59 Every one of your ladies is the wife
00:08:02 Surely you can see how that looks?
00:08:04 You should not set such store
00:08:07 I only ask for a token. For two ladies,
00:08:12 Otherwise, it must seem as if
00:08:16 - I want to go in.
00:08:18 Her Majesty is with the Prime Minister
00:08:22 But that will not apply to her mother.
00:08:25 I'm very sorry, ma'am.
00:08:28 Let me understand you.
00:08:30 Are you saying it is the Prime Minister
00:08:33 - Has the law changed in this regard?
00:08:36 Well, then, there cannot be
00:08:42 - (bell rings)
00:08:51 Could you please ask Lady Portman
00:08:56 Yes, ma'am.
00:09:07 I wonder if you could have a note
00:09:11 Of course, ma'am.
00:09:20 # ("King Arthur" by Purcell)
00:09:25 # What power...
00:09:27 (woman) Mrs Melbourne!
00:09:30 # Art thou...
00:09:31 - Good God! What are we coming to?
00:09:37 The Duchess of Montrose. That's
00:09:46 If I ban everyone who thinks me wrong,
00:09:53 - (hubbub)
00:09:56 that I have been unable
00:09:58 that her ladies should not solely
00:10:03 - (hubbub)
00:10:06 that I am not qualified
00:10:08 if I do not enjoy her confidence.
00:10:11 (hubbub)
00:10:13 Mr Speaker, are we to understand
00:10:16 has been frightened off
00:10:20 (laughter / hubbub)
00:10:23 (Speaker) Prime Minister!
00:10:25 (Peel) Mr Speaker, what frightens me
00:10:27 is to see the Crown
00:10:30 - in the game of politics!
00:10:34 Which, apparently,
00:10:37 - (hubbub)
00:10:39 Constitutional crisis!
00:10:41 (newsboy) Queen flouts Prime Minister!
00:10:45 - Order!
00:10:47 (Peel) You should be
00:10:49 If the Queen has been foolish,
00:10:52 You are old enough to know better.
00:10:54 What troubles you is that Lord
00:10:57 I do hate a bad loser.
00:10:59 We are all losers in this, sir.
00:11:04 (Adelaide)
00:11:06 by right of Parliament.
00:11:09 - Lord Melbourne says...
00:11:12 He has used you to punish his enemies
00:11:14 without a thought
00:11:16 The Queen is in the clutches
00:11:20 And when he is silent,
00:11:23 - Her German mother.
00:11:28 You are confusing stubbornness
00:11:32 And I warn you,
00:11:35 (hubbub)
00:11:41 (Ernst) She's brought down
00:11:44 - Apparently.
00:11:47 No, she is not a fool.
00:11:51 Then she had better change her advisor.
00:11:54 (Ernst) Or things will get worse
00:12:05 - (protesters shouting outside)
00:12:08 "Not all the water
00:12:11 can wash the balm off
00:12:17 "The breath of worldly men
00:12:19 cannot depose the deputy
00:12:24 - (shouting outside)
00:12:27 Sir John, what are you doing here?
00:12:28 - I must speak to the Queen.
00:12:33 (he whispers)
00:12:35 "Welcome, my lord.
00:12:40 An armed man
00:12:44 - What?!
00:12:47 "..discomfort guides my tongue
00:12:51 (glass smashes /hubbub)
00:13:08 (shouting outside)
00:13:09 They think I have interfered in matters
00:13:17 It'll pass, ma'am, you'll see.
00:13:21 (Albert) My dear Victoria,
00:13:25 please do not lose faith
00:13:28 We are all allowed to make mistakes,
00:13:31 most especially when
00:13:35 (Victoria) The storm still rages
00:13:40 I wonder now if everyone was right.
00:13:43 Perhaps I am too young and
00:13:52 (Albert)
00:13:55 and your honesty
00:13:58 I promise that you can do this work
00:14:01 You have courage and heart
00:14:03 and you said yourself
00:14:10 (footsteps)
00:14:14 (Lehzen) A letter from your mother.
00:14:18 (Duchess of Kent) My dearest child.
00:14:20 You will not let me come to you,
00:14:23 and that I may deserve,
00:14:25 but however you resent me,
00:14:27 however I have failed,
00:14:33 What troubles you, troubles me.
00:14:36 What pleases you, pleases me.
00:14:39 I love you.
00:14:41 And my only prayer is that one day
00:14:46 Goodnight, mein Liebling.
00:14:51 (sobs)
00:15:00 (Victoria) My dearest Albert.
00:15:03 You asked me once
00:15:07 and I so proud and confident
00:15:16 But since that day
00:15:27 I'm not forgiven yet.
00:15:30 Not yet, but soon.
00:15:31 Just wait for unseasonal weather
00:15:35 and it'll all be forgotten.
00:15:37 You don't have a very high opinion
00:15:40 do you, Lord Melbourne?
00:15:42 With respect,
00:15:47 I said once I didn't understand
00:15:49 whose task it was
00:15:52 Ma'am, in my lifetime,
00:15:56 what happens
00:15:58 Lord Melbourne.
00:16:00 I want a report on living conditions,
00:16:05 housing, all of it.
00:16:11 And one more thing,... I have invited
00:16:16 Very good, Your Majesty.
00:16:19 When you get there, don't be a spy
00:16:23 It's your life, Albert. Live it.
00:16:26 For yourself and for Victoria.
00:16:30 Our uncle wouldn't thank you for that.
00:16:33 I don't care.
00:16:42 - I should have worn the red.
00:16:50 His Serene Highness Prince Albert of
00:17:46 I only just got your note.
00:17:49 I was riding.
00:17:53 Sit. Please.
00:18:05 - The park is marvellous.
00:18:10 I do want you to feel quite at home.
00:18:16 I'm sure you're aware
00:18:22 Because it would make me happier
00:18:26 .. too happy, really,
00:18:30 - And stay with you?
00:18:33 - And marry you?
00:19:08 Wilt thou have this woman
00:19:13 T o live together
00:19:15 - in the holiest state of matrimony?
00:20:10 Now I am quite married.
00:20:16 - You know when we're old...
00:20:20 ..and surrounded by our children,...
00:20:24 ..we will remember this
00:20:27 Not too surrounded, please.
00:20:36 And not too soon.
00:20:39 Oh? I should warn you that
00:20:43 (she giggles)
00:20:51 - Good morning, wife.
00:20:56 (Victoria giggles)
00:21:02 (Lehzen) Have you woken Her Majesty?
00:21:04 - No, ma'am.
00:21:07 No, ma'am. Not this morning, I don't.
00:21:18 Let's take a little tour
00:21:20 I hear if any part of Britain is like
00:21:24 - Yes, we must one day.
00:21:27 - Now? (laughs)
00:21:30 You're a bride.
00:21:33 Dearest, I may be a bride
00:21:36 I cannot be away
00:21:43 What are you doing?
00:21:45 - Well, if we've only got three days...
00:21:49 (both laugh)
00:21:50 So tell me, will the weather
00:21:54 (laughs) Yes.
00:22:08 Albert, where are you going?
00:22:10 (she laughs)
00:22:16 (both laugh)
00:22:24 - Seriously, is it always like this?
00:22:32 (she laughs)
00:23:20 We will take care of each other,
00:23:24 Always.
00:23:41 (she laughs)
00:23:47 - (crowd cheers)
00:23:51 They hate you. They love you.
00:23:55 They punished her,...
00:24:00 And now she's a bride and back on top.
00:24:08 What on earth have I done with my life?
00:24:12 I had many gifts, you know.
00:24:16 As a boy, I was tipped for success.
00:24:22 You have served me well.
00:24:30 (sighs) What is that?
00:24:38 (thunder)
00:24:40 (door opens)
00:24:42 (door closes)
00:24:47 (she giggles)
00:24:52 (Leopold) Dear Albert, why haven't you
00:24:57 I must be kept informed
00:25:00 I need help. England's help.
00:25:02 And you must and will secure it for me.
00:25:05 Never forget
00:25:08 Your Uncle Leopold.
00:25:19 - What is it?
00:25:25 - Could I help?
00:25:42 Why are these windows so dirty?
00:25:46 Same as the fires, I'm afraid.
00:25:48 The departments can't agree to wash
00:25:52 - Why don't we do something about it?
00:25:55 Because it's how things are done here.
00:26:00 Meanwhile, we live
00:26:03 We live as guests of the Queen.
00:26:06 Thank you, Baroness, for reminding me
00:26:19 Let him go.
00:26:23 How is Albert settling in?
00:26:25 Why? What have you heard?
00:26:32 He says he wants to reorganise
00:26:36 Well then, for Heaven's sake, let him!
00:26:38 He says
00:26:41 and he says that Lehzen controls me.
00:26:43 It seems everyone controls me
00:26:46 A man who has no work
00:26:50 And a poor man with a rich wife must
00:26:55 - Besides, you have chosen well.
00:27:00 - You did not take on half his duties
00:27:04 You don't know what I did.
00:27:19 - What is this for?
00:27:22 The Red Room dinner service, sir.
00:27:27 - What king?
00:27:32 And how often do we provide
00:27:34 this dinner for a king
00:27:38 Every night, sir.
00:27:44 I cannot believe I'm being
00:27:48 You're not being subjected
00:27:52 You have been in charge of the
00:27:55 Indeed, you have made public
00:28:00 - Yes, I have.
00:28:03 All I am asking is that you
00:28:06 exactly where the money has gone?
00:28:17 Are you sure?
00:28:31 (she laughs)
00:28:37 - (applause)
00:28:39 Mein liebes Schatzi! I'm so happy.
00:28:43 - Meine Liebling!
00:28:48 You'll let me know at once
00:28:57 You're not going already?
00:29:00 I cannot leave too soon for my daughter.
00:29:03 - Anyway, I have a lot on my mind.
00:29:12 Congratulations.
00:29:17 Your Highness.
00:29:19 There's your opening,
00:29:22 Lord Melbourne, forgive me, but...
00:29:24 you seem to have confused me
00:29:28 I am not your drinking companion,
00:29:32 I am the husband of your sovereign.
00:29:36 And as such,
00:29:39 and I neither seek
00:29:43 Good evening.
00:29:49 - So...
00:29:51 - Are you discussing names?
00:29:55 He writes that he'd prefer
00:29:58 but only to discuss news of the family.
00:30:01 I have planned this marriage
00:30:04 And now I'm supposed to accept
00:30:07 On the contrary, Your Majesty,
00:30:11 The birds have flown.
00:30:43 Your Majesty.
00:30:54 (piano recital)
00:31:29 I've been boring
00:31:31 with my ideas for encouraging the Arts.
00:31:34 Hmm. Does Sir Robert
00:31:37 I have many interests, ma'am.
00:31:39 And my government
00:31:41 Your government?
00:31:44 If I should be fortunate enough
00:31:49 And when he does, there'll be
00:31:53 Some of your ladies have
00:31:56 And Sir Robert will ask for
00:32:03 Thank you, Sir Robert.
00:32:14 How dare you speak to me in that way
00:32:18 How dare you... talk across me,
00:32:22 - l... I did no such thing.
00:32:26 Well, you've sorted this,
00:32:29 You and Sir Robert.
00:32:31 You and the Duke.
00:32:33 - Victoria, I thought you'd be pleased.
00:32:37 You thought that I was a woman!
00:32:39 To be petted
00:32:43 Would it were so simple then we might
00:32:48 - Have you lost your mind?!
00:32:50 Less than three years on the throne
00:32:55 have pushed this monarchy
00:32:58 I've told you before and I will again,
00:33:00 you are my husband here,
00:33:03 - And that is quite enough, believe me!
00:33:08 I wear the crown.
00:33:10 Any mistakes will be my mistakes,
00:33:13 No one! Not even you!
00:33:21 I'm leaving before you excite
00:33:24 You will go when I dismiss you.
00:33:28 I am your Queen
00:33:34 Goodnight, Victoria.
00:33:37 You may not go. You may not go!
00:33:39 I order you to stay here in this room!
00:33:50 (Sergeant Major)
00:33:52 Present arms!
00:34:09 There is no need
00:34:12 I said I would and so I will.
00:34:14 (coachman) Walk on. Hup!
00:34:32 For pity's sake smile, woman.
00:34:36 Don't talk to me.
00:34:40 (gunshot echoes)
00:36:09 There's nothing more I can do here.
00:36:14 Your Majesty.
00:36:26 (she sobs)
00:36:29 I'm so sorry!
00:36:33 I thought I was going to lose you!
00:36:37 - He was not a very good shot.
00:36:42 You're so stupid! Why did you do it?
00:36:47 I had two very good reasons.
00:36:50 First, I am replaceable
00:36:54 - You are not replaceable to me.
00:36:57 Second,... you are the only wife
00:37:04 You are my whole existence. And
00:37:23 (birdsong)
00:37:25 We're told the man was mad.
00:37:28 Is that reassuring? I can't decide.
00:37:32 May I be honest, ma'am?
00:37:35 - Even a politician can be sometimes.
00:37:40 My guidance...
00:37:46 ..and I'm sorry for it.
00:37:51 - But I speak now as a true friend.
00:37:57 The Prince is a good man.
00:38:03 I know he does not think as well of me.
00:38:10 He is able.
00:38:11 He is clever.
00:38:14 And he's faithful.
00:38:18 Let him share your work.
00:38:29 There is one task more
00:38:32 if the Prince
00:38:41 I needed her so much as a child.
00:38:58 I hope you don't mind,
00:39:05 - Don't I have a say in this?
00:39:24 (she laughs)
00:39:27 (baby gurgles)
00:39:35 - Good morning, wife.
00:41:01 (she laughs)
00:41:03 His Royal Highness Prince Albert.
00:41:58 # ("Only You" by Sinead O'Connor)
00:42:16 # My love
00:42:19 # Your love
00:42:21 # Has opened up a world
00:42:28 # All hope
00:42:31 # Was found
00:42:33 # A place I never dreamed I would go
00:42:39 # Feels like only yesterday
00:42:42 # I had locked my heart away
00:42:46 # Safe behind a castle of stone
00:42:51 # Sure I'd always be alone
00:42:55 # Only you
00:43:00 # Know how
00:43:06 # To hear me through
00:43:12 # The silence
00:43:19 # You reach a part of me
00:43:23 # That no one else can see
00:43:30 # Forever true
00:43:33 # There's only me
00:43:36 # And only you
00:43:42 # Only me and you
00:43:50 # In your faith
00:43:53 # I trust
00:43:55 # With you beside me
00:44:02 # One truth
00:44:05 # Two hearts
00:44:07 # You took my life
00:44:13 # So you dare to let me shine
00:44:15 # Even walk a step behind
00:44:19 # Willingly you give yourself to me
00:44:25 # Knowing who I was born to be
00:44:28 # Only you
00:44:33 # Know how
00:44:40 # To hear me through
00:44:46 # The silence
00:44:52 # You reach a part of me
00:44:57 # That no one else can see
00:45:04 # Forever true
00:45:07 # There's only me
00:45:10 # And only you
00:45:16 # Only me and you
00:45:44 # Only you
00:45:49 # Know how
00:45:56 # To hear me through
00:46:02 # The silence
00:46:08 # You reach a part of me
00:46:13 # That no one else can see
00:46:19 # Forever true
00:46:22 # There's only me
00:46:26 # And only you
00:46:31 # Only me and you
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