Nicholas and Alexandra production and distribution
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Marcus 2022-06-14 14:46:03
A tragic history of the tsarist family. Did the source of the tragedy in the film come from the tyranny of the Tsar himself? I don't think it is, it may be due to the turmoil of the whole society at that time. It is not that he does not love his subjects, but sometimes some actions are out of his control.
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Kacie 2022-06-14 15:13:28
The gorgeous epic of the last dynasty, a tsar who lacked determination, and a queen whose emotional intelligence was too low, the former was not a bloodthirsty and cruel monarch, but tried to make a difference, but always showed a self-willed or indecisive character at critical moments. On the contrary, the son makes people feel that it is more suitable to sit in his position. When their family was killed, the theme music at the beginning of the film sounded again. At this time, it was no longer solemn, but extraordinarily tragic and desolate...
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[after learning of the "Bloody Sunday" massacre]
Tsar Nicholas II: Why wasn't I told they were marching?
Count Witte: Would you have met them?
Tsar Nicholas II: How could I?
Count Witte: Would you have given them a Duma?
Tsar Nicholas II: Of course not!
Count Witte: Elections? Schools?
Tsar Nicholas II: No...
Count Witte: THEN WHY BOTHER TO INFORM YOU? YOU WOULDN'T HAVE DONE ANYTHING.
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Prince Yusupov: We're going to be torn to pieces. You politicians think you're in control, but you'll be swept away like the rest of us. Rome, Athens, Petersburg, you can't stop it. In the meantime, I shall enjoy myself. Come to my place on Thursday, Rasputin. I'm having a special little party. This beautiful scarf, have it. I can't stop the revolution, but until it comes, let's have some fun. Even if it's only for a few more days.