The Empress – Season 1 Episode 3 “The Wedding” Recap & Review

The Wedding

The opening sequence of the third episode of The Empress hovers around Elisabeth’s wedding. The Empress’s crowning is awaited with eagerness by the people. The creators have done a great job of infusing viewers with a stunning royal mix of stunning visuals and an enthralling soundscape.

The minister pleaded with God to impart wisdom to the new Empress Elisabeth is seen walking through the aisle. She is viewed as an enormous source of hope for those living in Austria’s difficult conditions. Her reception is a roaring cheer and overwhelming love. The only thing to know is how long this love will last. Her popularity is enough to cause crowds of people to scream to catch an image of her.

Franz and Elisabeth appear to be an unrequited couple who have fallen in love with each other. Countess Louise who is Franz’s ex has been summoned to Max to his home. The celebration is the wedding of the couple and Louise has been asked to bring “color and sparkle” to the celebration. Amalia is still under investigation by Leontine. She’s desperate to find answers to her mysterious past and strange manner of speaking. The Foreign Minister has bad new information for Sophie. He says that the Russians have built up large numbers on Vienna’s Eastern fronts. This is a clear disrespect to the Empire.

The newlyweds are finally able to shine brightly on the court. The celebrations begin. There’s the court dance to honor them. Sophie, as well as Max, discuss Elisabeth’s welcome by the public which was completely unexpected. The crowd screamed with joy for Elisabeth. This was something Sophie was not expecting; Austria was not interested in being a part of it, either. Sophie wanted her bride to convey a sense of peace and calm, as well as ward off the fears of conflict. The raucous and wonderfully planned dance unfolds and we watch Louise and Elisabeth looking each other in the eye.

She is asking Franz to confirm if he is Louise but he denies it. Franz is escorted away by Sophie in connection with the border intrusions. Elisabeth in spite of his absence insists Esterhazy let Helene lead her court. This is clearly against the norm and is not viewed as a gesture of sympathy. Madame Chief Court Mistress has been “distressed” but she’ll make the matter to Sophie. The French, as well as Russian ambassadors, are present and Franz has to decide which side to follow. Sophie warns them not to surrender to Russians who are under pressure.

The Minister Reminds Franz of his responsibility to the people who border him and the border people Romanians and Sophie adds her voice to the chorus by declaring that they must strengthen the Eastern frontiers. The Emperor reschedules the decision until later in the evening. He confronts Max regarding Louise however, he allows her to remain. He requests Theo to keep an eye on the situation. Franz realizes that it may be a mistake to invite Max to return to Vienna. Louise attempts to locate details on plans of Franz but Theo isn’t available.

A wounded Kempen has reported a growing sense of anxiety within the town to Sophie. Liberal propaganda is increasing in power and being widely circulated. Sophie is able to spot Prince Vasa close by and nearly does not respond to Esterhazy who relays the Empress’s request. Sophie promises to handle it, and she also requests Kempen to arrest as many people as he’d like.

Elisabeth along with her mother’s Cold War appears to be continuing on a regular basis. Ludovika and Karl are also involved in a. The Empress wants to be left to go to the Countess’s home, however, Amalia interrupts.

She cleverly creates a distraction by telling the audience “Liszt is here right now” and that is something Leontine is awestruck by. The fact that she doesn’t follow the rules is something she would like to observe in the crown of the royal family. Louise and Elisabeth are in a fight. The Countess describes herself as “the entertaining one”. Her Empress cautions her about any further impeachments within her marriage. Louise warns Elisabeth about spies all over the palace, and she takes off. Franz talks with businessmen about loans. He responds to Stephenson’s request to borrow funds, however, the businessmen are inclined to invest in the troops. Elisabeth is on the scene however Franz insists on waiting.

The businessmen do not follow Franz’s instructions and their plan is in danger of collapse. Max talks to the French ambassador but doesn’t make a proposal as Franz had requested. Instead, he scolds him and says that staying neutral is Franz’s method to ensure Austria has a say over Europe while France and Russia split up. Prince Vasa as well as Sophie are having a secret rendezvous. They declare their love for one another. The Prince invites Sophie to accompany him as the palace is now home to an Empress who is new. However, Sophie is immediately against the idea. Even though she’s unable to articulate that, Vasa puts it aptly she is in love with the royal palace. But he cautions her that there could only be one Empress.

Elisabeth is outside, trying to catch some air, and she finds her father by the pool. drunk. She is stern with him and, in addition, she demands that he be grateful for her. However, the truth shatters her. She wants both parents for them to depart the castle by the early morning. Vasa and Fran are able to meet in the hall. The former shares personal details of her childhood that confuse him. The Interior Minister informs Franz of Baron Sina for his services. Sina Jr. welcomes Franz and tells him that he takes the decisions on where their bank invests its money. He is in agreement avec Franz that the revolution of the industrial age is coming to Habsburg right now.

However, Sina is worried that the Crown is spending money in a reckless manner. Franz gives his word, however, he claims that someone else has ensured that it isn’t necessary. Countess Louise Sina, Sina’s spouse, has already given these assurances. Sophie is shocked to learn that they’ve been granted the loan. Franz demands the FM declare that he has a relationship with no one and they will construct trains first. Sophie is stunned, But the Emperor took his decision. With Elisabeth, not present, Franz chats up Helene. Sophie offers Elisabeth to be cautious and put her faith only in those that her instincts suggest.

The Episode Review

It was in this episode that I learned that the show has also been translated into Hindi. Bravo, Netflix! It’s going to be huge in the United States given how we adored The Crown. It’s just that all that came to mind when going through “The wedding” was Game of Thrones. Both shows share strikingly similar themes and locations but are quite different in their execution.

In episode 3 The Empress isn’t a fan of the excessive drama that is the norm for modern-day period films. The Empress conducts its business with a distinct blend of simplicity and grace that is hard to come by.

It’s possible that’s why the show is so charming. Another thing to take away from this episode is the show’s confidence to not make any hurry in depicting Franz and Elisabeth’s growing love. It’s perhaps the first time in history that the representation does not seem like a hollow piece of art or even merely a reflection. The feeling of relaxation is amazing. In the end, we can feel and experience an actual set of emotions that ebb and flow.

The Empress is a masterpiece. God The production is sweetness. In spite of the low budget for the new TV series, The Empress sports magnificent quality. The Empress has no pauses to provide an authentic, profound impression. Each episode should be enjoyed just for the sake of it. It’s amazing!

The dance choreography, paired with the classical strings reminded me of the music of the Black Swan in some ways. The Empress isn’t a historical show. However, the people who created the Empress are. Season 1 has so far barely scratched the surface offering hints of what’s yet to be.