Here we go with the multi cultural PC version of the 1800 fantasy called Bridgeton. She has a lady in waiting that is black (Not sure in England but in European Courts ladies in waiting to the Queen were aristocrats, and the same in England I am afraid.) Simon just smoldered. A founding father of modern fuckbois , [–]FormerlySalve_LilacTessa Dare Stan 10 points11 points12 points 3 months ago (2 children), [–]bamfpire 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (1 child). Non HEA and non HFN romances are still welcome to be discussed here but you MUST warn users when doing so, unless the OP specifically mentioned that they are ok with non-HEA romance. RELATED STORIES. All the stomping around (especially the girls) would have been trained out of them. It was so smart for them to put this out today. I’ve seen only episode-1 so far and I’m loving it! [–]omona_mandoo 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (0 children), He’s such a villain in the show! Anthony has a tendency to do that a lot, and it bothers me. I have a hard time getting sucked into series these days (there’s just so many) but I love the sets and the lighting and costumes and I’m jealous of the hair. [–]CeaBreazey 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]lannadelarosa 23 points24 points25 points 3 months ago (1 child), "Penelope, put down that book at once. For the age gap Simon is the same age as her brother antony which means that they are probs around 20. Thanks! That scene was an unnecessary addition. [–]BrontesruleHaunted by the of St. Giles 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (0 children), I'm glad you like it. . Only because I did the same with Game of Thrones and that didn’t turn out well. [–]curiousgem19 13 points14 points15 points 3 months ago* (0 children). Seems strange and unnecessary that they wanted us to focus on Daphne's badly scratched back. I thought Ep. I really, really, truly do want to like Anthony, though he makes it difficult to do so. , Join us with a pot full of tea and some scones to gush, drool, comment, and critique about our first look at the show! [–]ninaa1 37 points38 points39 points 3 months ago (11 children). Really disappointing. The costumes, settings, music and cinematography is fantastic. I also imagined Anthony to get more moody and morose. , [–]SphereMyVerseWulfric Bedwyn’s quizzing glass 10 points11 points12 points 3 months ago (7 children). About to watch this with a friend. Grrrrr at artistic license! Episode one begins with the narrator (Julie Andrews) introducing the setting for the show. The first episode of the series is titled ‘Diamond of the First Water’, which is a title bestowed on Daphne Bridgerton when she makes her debut into London’s fashionable society and the marriage mart. Oh wow they really showed Anthony's true douchebag colours here, huh. distant bridgerton cousin married to the guy Eloise ends up with? We all know where this is going, and you know what, I want it. I love how the actress is interpreting the character. I just really don't care about Daphne or the Duke tbh, [–]SylvieK 7 points8 points9 points 3 months ago (0 children). ... Bridgerton is fun episode 1-5 and then episode 6 they depict a rape scene that isn't treated as a rape and ruin the whole show. I had a good howl at this. Treats all women like trash -- mother, sister, mistress. Also loving the multiple storylines at once (as opposed to the way the books are structured). I recall his Mom being strong and capable and running the family. "As Quinn mentioned, Charlotte’s racial background hasn't been entirely confirmed, but many art historians who studied portraits of the royal more closely have found that some show her depicted with traditional African features.". Douche move. The other examples confirm there were black people in Europe, rarely, and not among aristocrat families. Please edit your comment to use spoiler tags around the a distant Bridgerton cousin who drowns herself part, as book spoiler tags are required here. I do hope that future episodes redeem him. Also as one mentioned above, the pulling of the stays wasn't necessary. I don’t know who Miss Thompson is. If Daphne Bridgerton married Prince Friedrich and moved all the way to Berlin, Anthony would naturally feel a bit stressed as a concerned brother. Not everyone can be Simon I guess LOL, [–]rotipomslow burn, side of ice 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago* (1 child). Welcome to our Bridgerton Episode One Official Discussion! My thought is that he will only continue to meddle in his sister’s life. We see black servants in the houses in London. [–]ninaa1 8 points9 points10 points 3 months ago (0 children). [–]static_klingonche'ron 'oH parmaq 'e' 33 points34 points35 points 3 months ago (6 children). Historical accuracy of hair and makeup goes the same way! I always pronounced the 's', wtf.... Haha, [–]radiantconclusionToo Lazy To Live 12 points13 points14 points 3 months ago (0 children), Same hahaha I also mispronounced Eloise’s name — been calling her more like Ee-loyce in my head as opposed to Ae-lo-is lol, [–]oilofotay 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]kanyewesternfrontDesire invaded like a horde of Mongols 3 points4 points5 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]gottadance 55 points56 points57 points 3 months ago* (11 children). Season 1. Inspired by Julia Quinn's bestselling novels. [–]gimmetwocookiesCan I get a HEA in real life too? Hahaha oh man, I’m right there with you. Lack of historical accuracy aside, this show is visually sumptuous. Maybe in the colonies, but in London it would be very exotic and extraordinary having black servants having the option of a ton of local candidates for servants. And that had led to her leaving her home? With Phoebe Dynevor, Regé-Jean Page, Nicola Coughlan, Jonathan Bailey. I feel bad for the actress! Now I’m hooked. Otherwise, he doesn’t really have it. Like the rest of you, Eloise is my fav so far. However, Not only we provide BRIDGERTON SEASON 1 (2020) Hindi print in 480p or 720p, but they also provide BRIDGERTON SEASON 1 (2020) in 1080p.And if you want entertainment, then this is an incredibly entertainment site . Bridgerton is an American streaming television period drama series created by Chris Van Dusen and produced by Shonda Rhimes.It is based on Julia Quinn's novels set in the competitive world of Regency era London's ton during the season, when debutantes are presented at court.Bridgerton is Shonda Rhimes's first scripted Netflix series.. Bridgerton premiered on Netflix on December 25, 2020. I love period dramas and have never read Bridgertons. The narrator introduces the main “contenders” in the social season to us. Though I think he's suitably dashing. There were other things they could have used, [–]gottadance 11 points12 points13 points 3 months ago (0 children). [–]penguinpartyhat 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (1 child), [–]jaydee4219forced proximity 0 points1 point2 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]rotipomslow burn, side of ice 0 points1 point2 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]kirby83 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]SonicHedgehogGene 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]Jacks_bigbreak 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]foroncecanyounot__Team Sequel Bait 19 points20 points21 points 3 months ago (0 children), It was Grosvenor for me. YES this lol! ☕️ , And remember! idk why but I really can't stand it when in historical shows they just play random songs on the violin. I think this series does a great job with keeping up the vibe. [–]esskicucumbery cocks and lust-crazed barnacles 11 points12 points13 points 3 months ago (3 children). This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. waist sizes haven’t actually changed all that much over the years. Summer Flowers NYC; LOVE AND ROMANCE; Same Day; On Sale Now; 0 items $ 0.00 This is the Masterpost of Rules, Norms, Help, and Links! Not sure if this counts as a spoiler for the book, but anyone who has read the book I can’t image would enjoy Daphnes character in the show! Meanwhile, Daphne wonders off on her own, allowing her to run into Duke of Hastings. [–]wyanmaiBluestocking 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (5 children). I feel like Anthony lacks presence for the rakish eldest brother even though he is good looking enough... [–]lurker1992_nyc 6 points7 points8 points 3 months ago (2 children), So, I honestly imagined all of the Bridgerton men to be 6’5 and very muscular lol. Yes to the music. I was looking forward to hearing him say "Laffy, I love you, Laffy!" Damn, I literally just re-read the books a couple weeks ago and didn't pick this up, nice one! Release year: 2020. I'm super frustrated with how they changed the Anthony-Nigel-Daphne relationship. I noticed the difference in how they portrayed Anthony and his Mom. Just finished episode 1 and it was just what I needed, as evidenced by the involuntary smile at the end with Lady Whistledown’s sign off. Smart of you to do so! Netflix's Bridgerton (2020) TV show trailer has been released and stars Phoebe Dynevor, Rege-Jean Page, Golda Rosheuvel. Not a a fan of Eloise, but maybe she will grow on me. I was so confused when the morning after the ball, Nigel was the only one to call on Daphne. YES! They think it's somehow feminist to show modern women we are somehow better off with no corset, which, as somehow with boobs and bad posture, I don't really feel so grateful for, lol. [–]Cat_With_The_FurRelentlessly rec’ing The Spymaster’s Lady 6 points7 points8 points 3 months ago (4 children). It would have been a great opportunity to add more dimension to his character. I know many actors are not actually that tall but yes. And don’t even get me started on how he treated daphne... [–]ABookishSortTen Thousand Words 4 points5 points6 points 3 months ago (1 child). Be sure to click “sort by new” (even if it says it is already sorted by new) if you would like to see the newest comments. It just rubbed me the wrong way from the first time I saw it. Eloise is the best one on the show, followed by Penelope and Simon. Ever since Netflix dropped the Shondaland period drama Bridgerton on Christmas Day, 63 million households have reportedly been crushing the show's eight episodes. I automatically love these two characters, especially Lady Danbury. Seems like a Sir Phillip thing to do tbh, and it makes sense given what happens to Sir Phillip’s first wife in Eloise’s book, [–]CeeGeeWhyUse the fucking search bar 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (6 children). The following recap, by the very definition of the word "recap," contains spoilers for all of Bridgerton Season 1. There’s room for this interpretation too, and objecting to it on the grounds that it’s not “historically accurate” is a very murky argument to make. Shame on you. Anyone have any thoughts on whether I should read books 2-5 at least before continuing to watch? It took me awhile before I realized that the meh guy escorting Daphne is the powerful older brother! And now they managed to ruin Anthony for me in just one episode (I also read some comments on twitter about the following episodes that made me realise they took too many "creative" liberties with his character). Spoilers ahead! Yeah, the corset tightening was rather ignorant. [–]lilheadachebaby 8 points9 points10 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]hem_27 6 points7 points8 points 3 months ago (0 children), Also what threw me is the mixture of classical music pieces throughout in random scenes where using the composer would have served much better. Your favourite romance adaptation from books to movies/series? Tweaking representation of history to be more politically correct for black people is pathetic and dangerous behavior. The books are great but why would you ever want to watch exactly what you have read once before? It would have been "presented in Court", since the Quenn is a consort Queen. Page is such a good Simon!! Netflix Bridgerton | Shondaland | Julia Quinn | Chris Van Dusen | Shonda Rhimes | Betsy Beers, [–]romancebookmodsMod Account[S,M] [score hidden] 3 months ago stickied comment (0 children). I kind of expected the ramped up drama given its a ShondaLand production. Wealth, lust, and betrayal set against the backdrop of Regency-era England, seen through the eyes of the powerful Bridgerton family. Thank you and u/Brontesrule. [–]bisexualunderpants 0 points1 point2 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]romancebookmodsMod Account[S,M] 4 points5 points6 points 3 months ago (1 child). I also really liked the opening title credits scene with the tree. And I must say that Simon and Daphne have a lot of chemistry!! Only time will tell if he will become less irritating. I’m imaging hockey players or something. We then see a Queen that looks like a person of colour. He was persistent and annoying, but never scary or creepy. Make your post title as clear and informative as possible. Get an ad-free experience with special benefits, and directly support Reddit. They are; Philipa, Prudence, and Penelope Featherington and Daphne Bridgerton, accompanied by scenes of the characters getting ready to be presented to the queen, who’s approval or disapproval will effect the status of the presentee. No, I mean that until before the 1960s POC were rare, the great influx of people from the Commonwealth countries happened after the 1960s. she mentioned she was in love with a guy whose surname was “Crane,”. In the end, it won’t matter if Marina is a Bridgerton or Featheringon connection—all that matters is that Eloise will know her distantly because on her book Eloise and Sir Phillip start writing to each other because she writes him a condolence note when she hears Marina dies, [–]CeeGeeWhyUse the fucking search bar 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (4 children). How people looked in England 200 years ago and now is totally different, especially in the aristocracy. Ditto and I love all the updates they made! [–]kirby83 0 points1 point2 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]bisexualunderpants 10 points11 points12 points 3 months ago (16 children). Well, I don't know if the costumes and house decoration are very accurate in this series. The standard, protective brother turned man-of-the-house story arc is cliche, and boring, yet unfortunately fits the story. Obviously I'm completely into this. Films always do that. I’ve started the first book many times, and liked it, but like my series problem, got distracted. It is 1813 in London. The period drama will be released on the streaming service on December 25th, 2020. [–]PenelopeSummerDBF - Death By Finish 15 points16 points17 points 3 months ago (2 children), [–]UnderaStarrynight 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]FormerlySalve_LilacTessa Dare Stan 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (0 children). - Most random: my great aunt looks so much like Violet Bridgerton! Eta: Loved this- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqGtJ2S97ww, [–]Cat_With_The_FurRelentlessly rec’ing The Spymaster’s Lady 6 points7 points8 points 3 months ago (1 child). This is a reading, not a writing sub. It’s obviously not from ignorance since the creators of the show can google ‘regency underwear’ as easily as anyone but it’s evidently a sacrifice made in favour of sexiness. That's one of the things I loved about the Bridgerton series and it's totally missing so far. (oh my god, I've turned into one of those people, haven't I? Sign Up: Stay on top of the latest breaking film and TV news! [–]kanyewesternfrontDesire invaded like a horde of Mongols 7 points8 points9 points 3 months ago (0 children). So far only 2/3 of my wish has come true. If you have any other questions about this subreddit, or a suggestion, please do not hesitate to message the mods. Like the Marvel fans who complain about the movies. [–]okay___ 11 points12 points13 points 3 months ago (1 child), Yeah the bloody scratches are what happens when you wear a corset without a chemise. Welcome to r/RomanceBooks! a Featherington relation and not a Bridgerton relation, because on her book Eloise and Sir Phillip start writing to each other because she writes him a condolence note when she hears Marina dies, a distant Bridgerton cousin who drowns herself. She's not in the books, so her story is out of anyone's knowledge. The casting for Daphne is perfect. I am questioning the choice to make Marina a WOC surrounded by white women, considering the revelations of the episode, but maybe it will turn out differently. And Antony is such an ass, to daphne and to violet. I believe she was a distant bridgerton cousin married to the guy Eloise ends up with? They could cast male actors for female roles, old actors for young roles and vice versa so we just have to put our imagination to work and imagine what they should look like instead of what they really look like, but it is not needed. We are then introduced to Lady Danbury (Adjoa Andoh) and Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page), who is the man who will catch Daphne’s eye at the opening ball at the Danbury house. A Duke who is a POC in 1813 is an impossibility, Dukes are rare and are maybe Royal sons who were not the first born (like prince Henry), bastard sons of the King of England, or aristocrats that by high merit were made Dukes, very seldom. Bridgerton’s modern mistake of yellow lines marking the street is certainly up there! Let's be honest, the books this series is based can also be described this way. [–]HughJassie 4 points5 points6 points 3 months ago (0 children). I knew this just from general knowledge I've gained over the years and then found a ton of back up when I googled the very simple phrase "Queen Charlotte black?" I love that they kept the young ladies of the ton very naive to sex...like when Simon made that comment to Daphne and she was like wtf. I loved the music, I thought that the string interpretations of contemporary music was great. SPOILERS AHEAD. I also respect the fact that an entirely new creative team is working on the TV adaption and their inspiration and integrity as artists of their craft will sometimes inspire them to make different choices along the way. I haven’t read the book yet, so I can’t compare, but in the show it has flashbacks to him growing up with a stutter and then how he resolves it. Season one focuses on Quinn’s first book in the series, The Duke and I . [–]surgeonmamaWhat’s another word for...engorged? When you read the book first, it's so easy to get disappointed in all the lovely little details that get left out. This is a work of fiction. Why have well worked mansions and wardrobes and then choose the characters in a complete out of reality way. Daphne, on the other hand seems to want to make decisions on her own. 17 points18 points19 points 3 months ago (5 children), A few of the songs have been classical versions of modern songs! We recapped every episode … We are in 1813, so being "presented to the Queen" would not be like it was when Queen Victoria was a Queen or now with Queen Elizabeth. And I can't talk about that first episode without mentioning Anthony's butt The acting is really great too. What she says goes. [–]rotipomslow burn, side of ice 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (0 children). The smoke and mirrors of manners upheld a rigid class system long beyond power to the victors of physical violence established the class hierarchy initially. I like them both for what they are and consider them different entities. I adore lady Danbury. The fact that he becomes overprotective brother the rest of the first book is not making me hopeful for me liking his character in this series. Sir Phillip and his first wife came together. Make your post title specific and provide details when asking for recommendations. Netflix Television. [–]PenelopeSummerDBF - Death By Finish 15 points16 points17 points 3 months ago (5 children), Eloise so far is my favorite. That's a great catch, but I wonder if they're just borrowing her name and not her character? And she drowned herself. Netflix 's new original series, "Bridgerton," is full of steamy plotlines, whimsical balls, exhilarating gossip, and sensational fashion.. Rendered by PID 6182 on r2-app-0dbc90458e3b7caef at 2021-04-03 20:37:41.687256+00:00 running b55481e country code: IT. Hence the young look. I'm gonna be really frank here. [–]BrontesruleHaunted by the of St. Giles 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (0 children). Which is a shame because I love the FMC in the second book! Keeping track of an eligible woman's period was clever. In general, the soundtrack is already so beautiful! Simon, the eligible Duke of Hastings, returns to town. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_African_presence_in_London, [–]SphereMyVerseWulfric Bedwyn’s quizzing glass 29 points30 points31 points 3 months ago (3 children), Why have well worked mansions and wardrobes. But that’s because they’re setting up the plot for D+S, I think. Also, Eloise is the MVP based on this episode. And also with the couples of course. I was never a fan of the actual series because of the cheese factor, but on screen it all translates perfectly! I'm about halfway through Ep1, everything is just so gorgeous to look at, I feel like I'm going to have to re-watch just to pay attention to costumes and sets. Their mother didn't even teach them how to curtsey properly.. I feel she may turn out to be a friend rather than a foe in the end. These include Sheree Folkson, Alrick Riley, Julie Anne Robinson and Tom Verica.. Looking forward to the rest of the season, literally. [–]gapyclatk 3 points4 points5 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]jrooknrollBuddy Reads are edging in book form! Queen Charlotte's ancestry is debated and it is widely believed that she had Black ancestors. - Pacing is fast. He gives good smolder. I guess we'll have to wait... [–]jaicajen 48 points49 points50 points 3 months ago (7 children). A very big thank you to u/wannabecryptid for all the help she gave us to make these posts! He's still very good. I’m actually really upset at the historical inaccuracy of the corset situation, but literally every period drama has disappointed me this way. [–]kirby83 3 points4 points5 points 3 months ago (2 children), And eventually marries one of Penelope's sisters, [–]SphereMyVerseWulfric Bedwyn’s quizzing glass 0 points1 point2 points 3 months ago (1 child). [–]Literatureinahurry 7 points8 points9 points 3 months ago (2 children), It's been awhile since I read the books, but I remember liking Anthony and I did not find much redeeming about him in episode 1. But I think to be fair, a big part of it is charisma and power, which Simon (and James McAvoy if we're talking about charismatic, slight actors) has, but Anthony, at least in the 1st episode doesn't. 17 moments that gave away Lady Whistledown’s identity on season 1 of ‘Bridgerton’ Here’s where every major character ended up on the season 1 finale of ‘Bridgerton’ Also, we will not tolerate discrimination based on gender, sexuality, race- anything. [–]scamall15 damsel in perpetual distress 38 points39 points40 points 3 months ago (2 children), Usually, the rakishness of the former rakes ( not only in Bridgertons, but the whole ''rake marries a maiden'' trope) is just sligtly outlined. Bridgerton season 1, episode 8 recap – the ending explained Heartbreaks and happy endings.