I agree with everyone's comments that this is so far from reality. But in reply to another comment, Sisi and FJ married in 1854. Napoleon III started his reign in 1852. So if the comment is in reference to one of the first scenes of episode 1, then yes Napoleon was definitely alive.
Now on the other hand, did Sisi get attacked by Hungarians in the woods and FJ saved her? No. Did she wander the streets and pay to get into a brothel, haha, no way.
So definitely fictionaized, but I'd like to think that they at least got the rulers right. Including the mention of Tsar Nicholas I who reigned until 1855.
I've read a lot of the historical books on this couple and this period. But to be honest, I also fell in love with the kitch-ey Romy Schneider movies. Shows are allowed to take liberties. If you don't like that, watch a documentary.
I DO agree that the history itself is so dramatic it wouldn't need romanticizing, but I won't knock off my rating because it is, I'll let myself roll with it. I'm excited at the thought of 2-3 seasons worth.
Now on the other hand, did Sisi get attacked by Hungarians in the woods and FJ saved her? No. Did she wander the streets and pay to get into a brothel, haha, no way.
So definitely fictionaized, but I'd like to think that they at least got the rulers right. Including the mention of Tsar Nicholas I who reigned until 1855.
I've read a lot of the historical books on this couple and this period. But to be honest, I also fell in love with the kitch-ey Romy Schneider movies. Shows are allowed to take liberties. If you don't like that, watch a documentary.
I DO agree that the history itself is so dramatic it wouldn't need romanticizing, but I won't knock off my rating because it is, I'll let myself roll with it. I'm excited at the thought of 2-3 seasons worth.