Farewell, My Queen

The film "Farewell, My Queen" is based on the novel by Chantal Thomas and directed by Benoît Jacquot. It tells the story of the relationship between Marie Antoinette and a young servant named Sidonie Laborde, played by Léa Seydoux, during the final days of the French Revolution. The film follows Sidonie as she disguises herself as Lady in Waiting Henriette Genest dite Madame Campan and serves as bait to help the Duchess of Polignac escape to Switzerland. The film is a historical drama that explores themes of identity, power, and loyalty, set against the backdrop of 18th-century Versailles.