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Empress (series) (2022)
Release Year: 2022
Nation: Germany
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Director: Barbara Ott, Florian Cossen, Katharina Eyssen, Katrin Gebbe, Maximilian Erlenwein
Writer: Bernd Lange, Elena von Saucken, Francis Pfitzner, Janna Maria Nandzik, Katharina Eyssen, Lena Stahl, Matthias Börner
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Keywords: austria, austria-hungary, emperor, empress, habsburger, historical figure, royalty
Story
Empress Elisabeth von Wittelsbach, known as 'Sisi,' arrives at the court of Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria-Hungary, initially intended to be his sister-in-law but fatefully becomes his love interest instead. The series focuses on their early relationship and Sisi's struggle against the rigid rules of the 19th century court and power struggles within the Habsburg court. Franz Joseph, a multi-layered ruler, navigates his political duties while grappling with his feelings for Sisi.
Summary
Set in 19th-century Austria-Hungary, 'Empress' is a historical drama centered around the tumultuous love story of Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth. The series explores their unconventional relationship against the backdrop of court intrigue, power dynamics, and the looming question of popular freedom. Sisi, portrayed as a young woman ahead of her time, rebels against traditional norms while navigating her new role in the Habsburg court.
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