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The Forsytes S01E04
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00:00The call of duty. Is it to ourselves?
00:07Or to others?
00:12Each generation debates the dilemma.
00:18Follow the money or follow your heart.
00:25.
00:54June and I agree, you mustn't reproach yourself.
01:06The children, it's not as if you left them unprovided for.
01:11They'll inherit a considerable sum when they reach their maturity.
01:15They will.
01:18And I understand the struggle.
01:20The power of first love, and when there are consequences...
01:25I've cut ties with her, Frances.
01:28There's nothing more to be said.
01:31And for that, June and I are grateful.
01:35So, may we now turn our attention to the Carterettes?
01:42Brace you.
01:44Oh, Figaro, he's slower than Treacle.
01:50I feel quite neglected.
02:03Two weeks and not even a postcard.
02:07Surely he can't be that busy.
02:09Oh, I don't know.
02:11Well, firstly, I'm enjoying the peace.
02:14So much less drama.
02:15I doubt Jay would agree with you.
02:19Oh, my dear.
02:21Yes!
02:24Once the dust has settled, we need to implement the succession without delay.
02:28Why the agency?
02:29I waited a long time to become chairman.
02:41Nothing prepares you for the loneliness, the lack of a mentor, everyone waiting for you to fail.
02:48So, I want you to take on the mantle now, while I'm still here to guide you.
03:01And since Soames is away, we can use his absence.
03:07To do what?
03:08To assure the doubters that you and not he are the man for the job.
03:13When will you tell them?
03:21I've already written to my father.
03:31I told him Forsyte and Co. should explore new markets.
03:34That I intend to set up an office here in Paris where I can have complete autonomy.
03:40Won't he applaud that?
03:41No.
03:42They want me in London.
03:44Fulfilling his lifelong ambition to thwart his brother.
03:47Oh, believe me, I do a better job than my cousin, but I've told him I need a new challenge.
03:52You have me.
03:54Am I not challenge enough?
03:57You are.
03:59Let me see.
04:00What are you?
04:02A wild thing?
04:05A wood nymph?
04:07A goddess?
04:08I saw the samurais today.
04:13What?
04:15Where?
04:16When?
04:17In the gardens.
04:20You went out alone?
04:22I loved the early morning light.
04:25But, my darling, we're husband and wife now.
04:27We should want to do everything together.
04:31Everything?
04:31Is that not what marriage is about?
04:36Of course.
04:39Next time I'll wake you.
04:41Hmm.
04:45Ah, Forsyte.
04:47Is it true?
04:49Soames missing in action?
04:50Yes.
04:51Miss Honeymoon.
04:52Poor excuse, I grant you.
04:53Can I help?
04:54Hmm.
04:55So long gold.
04:56Sir Jimmy Buckland's venture.
04:58Soames told me it's a gold mine.
05:00Literally.
05:02Good.
05:03Count me in.
05:04To the tune of...
05:08Well, it's your choice, of course, Mr. Cully, but...
05:11I'd advise against.
05:14Sir Jim has a dubious safety record.
05:17Prone to accidents and human fatalities.
05:19I really want...
05:20And?
05:21If there are a few careless labourers lost down a mine.
05:25Small price to pay for such fabulous returns.
05:27Couldn't agree more.
05:28James Forsyte.
05:29Allow me to expedite your purchase this way.
05:34With me?
05:34With me?
05:34With me?
08:00It's our Philip of Culver Street.
08:06June Renegade of High Park.
08:29I thought you might not come.
08:30It was very impertinent of you to ask me.
08:33But perhaps you think the rules of polite society don't apply to us.
08:35Perhaps I think they're petty.
08:37Parochial.
08:38Irrational.
08:43Seriously, can men and women not be friends?
08:46Do friends accept gifts?
08:52Cute.
08:56Recite me one.
08:57When old age shall this generation waste, thou shalt remain, in midst of other woe than ours, a friend to man, to whom thou sayest...
09:10Beauty is truth.
09:12Truth, beauty.
09:13That is all you know on earth.
09:15And all you need to know.
09:16Where shall we live?
09:26Versailles.
09:29The Tuileries.
09:31The Champs-Elysees.
09:32When I was tiny, we lived in three rooms above a baker's shop.
09:40And my father bought me a canary.
09:43But my mother said that wild things should never be kept in cages.
09:49So she let it fly away.
09:51No doubt to be eaten by a cat.
09:53Well, three rooms won't do for us.
10:01We shall need to entertain.
10:03Forge connections.
10:04Now you've got to discover my guilty secret.
10:08My mum never taught me how to play the hostess.
10:12That's it.
10:13Our marriage is over.
10:14You realise we'll have a housekeeper?
10:20The servants?
10:20And your mother will think me woefully lacking.
10:23I'm sure she already thinks I've led you astray.
10:26Led me astray?
10:30Have you?
10:33My father taught me university was a waste of time and money.
10:38Likewise, Europe.
10:40The Grand Tour.
10:40So at sixteen, I was on the floor of the stock exchange.
10:45Learning the ropes.
10:47Oh, don't mistake me.
10:48None of it was wasted.
10:49But...
10:51Now...
10:53is my duty to the company...
10:58or to myself.
11:10You haven't led me astray.
11:15You've set me free.
11:34Someone's all of aglow.
11:37Must be the ride.
11:38The wind was bracing.
11:41Suits you.
11:43You should go more often.
11:45Well...
11:46I think I will.
11:47So, the hunt is on.
12:06Yes.
12:06Will it be a chase...
12:08or a trap?
12:09Yes.
12:10Frances will have it all planned.
12:12She learned from the master.
12:13Yes.
12:14Utterly brazen.
12:16Might as well stick her on a plate with an apple in her mouth.
12:20Olivia sends her regrets.
12:23She's visiting the Fitzgeralds.
12:24She and young Anthony have formed an attachment.
12:27Oh, how delightful.
12:29That was quick.
12:30Poor Cyril finds it all so confusing.
12:33Shall we find you a little treat?
12:35Why don't you?
12:36There we are.
12:37Have you met Mrs. Parker Barrington?
12:41She's back in London.
12:43I'd be happy to introduce you.
12:44Oh, no.
12:45No need.
12:46I knew her in Geneva when she was first married.
12:50Sweet girl.
12:51Husband and absolute stick.
12:53She and I hiked the Matterhorn together.
13:04And I understand you have an extensive collection of moths.
13:10Yes.
13:10I've been longing to know, what distinguishes a moth from a butterfly?
13:15Oh, well, in fact, they do have things in common.
13:18Both belong to the Lepidoptera species, from the Greek Lepis meaning scale and Teron meaning wing.
13:25Oh, fascinating.
13:31Well, that could hardly have gone better.
13:35June was transformed.
13:38You did her very proud.
13:41It's a splendid evening.
13:43Do you really think she's had a change of heart?
13:45It would certainly make things easier.
13:47Come on.
14:17Soames. Finally. I trust he's announcing his imminent return.
14:47Not coming home. On my heart I shall faint. Can it be true? It must be her doing. Well, you can't deny she's a bewitching little creature. What can he be thinking? Setting up on his own in Paris of all places. Although, with Soames gone, might a fellow step up? What fellow?
15:14For someone with expertise on risk, investment. Gambling, you mean? And for the mantle of favoured child. Think about it, Freddie. With Soames away, you and I are the preeminent pair of our generation. Nobody is to hear of this. Understood? Of course. On my honour. My heart will break. How should we live without him?
15:44Prepare yourselves.
15:50Is he serious? No, he's clever. If Joe gets the chair, do you see Soames taking orders? This way he gets to be master of his own domain.
15:58Good thinking. No, not good. Defeatist. Joe mustn't be allowed to get the chair. Soames must return and fight his corner. I need to send a telegram.
16:08Dear Mrs. Forsyte. So good of you to come. Did I hear there may soon be exciting news about your daughter and young Horatio?
16:22I couldn't possibly comment.
16:26Lady Carteret herself dropped a hint. She's asked me to donate to her charity for the reclamation of fallen women. And I wondered whether you might be persuaded to join us.
16:42Of course. One must support any scheme that takes these wretched creatures off the streets.
16:48Perhaps we can find ways to alleviate their wretchedness.
16:55They're both very hot. Try to get some sleep, my darlings.
16:59I don't like it. What Mrs. Barrington wants you to do.
17:02She couldn't have asked me at her worst time.
17:04Will these Forsyte's buzzing around?
17:06She wasn't to know. I've never told her who the children's father was.
17:09If you do it, it could ruin you.
17:14Let's go.
17:36An invitation to Frampton Park.
17:40Oh, what's that?
17:42The Carteret family seat.
17:46Am I invited?
17:49I think we both know you're the main attraction, my love.
18:12Oh!
18:14Oh!
18:15Oh!
18:16Oh, my dear!
18:18And here's my chef, Marie.
18:21My friends, for the coat of ballet, Yvette Colette, Patrice Victor.
18:25Hello, Marie.
18:27Hello.
18:28Hello.
18:29Hello.
18:31Hello, hello.
18:32Let's go.
18:34Come on, everyone.
18:35Come on, sit.
18:38Oh, my dear friends.
18:42Oh, c'est magnifique.
18:44Alors, Champagne.
18:45Vous êtes prêts, les gars?
18:46On célèbre, n'est-ce pas?
18:48Mais non.
18:49Il faut absolument essayer notre spécialité de maison, l'absinthe.
18:57Allez, la tournée.
19:01Allez, tous ensemble.
19:02Regardez, regardez.
19:12V talked d'avisien de...
19:14naz Sahnelle.
19:15...vou erkennen, llegue.
19:17C'est magnifique.
19:18C'est magnifique.
19:27C'est magnifique.
19:29C'est magnifique.
19:31How could I be so stupid?
19:38I thought if I appeared compliant,
19:41then Mama would be more sympathetic,
19:44would take my wishes into account, but now that's...
19:47Frantam Park.
19:48Yes.
19:51That can only mean one thing.
19:54He intends to propose.
20:01I suppose we'll never meet again.
20:10I wish it could be otherwise.
20:14Perhaps you should marry me.
20:19I think I'd prefer it.
20:24No, I really would prefer it.
20:28June, let's be serious.
20:30How on earth would we live?
20:31Well, I'd have my settlement.
20:33There'll be no settlement.
20:34If your father refuses his consent, and believe me, he will...
20:37Then we'll run away.
20:38And live on what?
20:39I have debts.
20:41No reputation.
20:42I'm yet to secure a meaningful commission.
20:43Sometimes I live on cocoa for a week.
20:45But none of this matters if we love each other.
20:51I shouldn't have said that.
20:55But you did.
21:00And so...
21:05And so...
21:07So...
21:09C'est génial.
21:37Quand aura-t-on le plaisir de vous voir danser avec nous?
21:39When will I join them at the Cours du Ballet?
21:41J'ai une lettre de référence de Madame Leneur-Arlandre.
21:45C'est vrai!
21:46If I can join them at the start of the new season.
21:48La Cilté Gisèle.
21:50Champagne!
21:51Mais que vois-je?
21:53Vous n'aimez pas l'absence?
21:55One can have too much of a good thing.
22:09So, do you intend to make a habit of advising clients against surefire investment?
22:21What's that?
22:23Salon Gold, as predicted.
22:25Colossal profits.
22:27But it seems Joe is unable to conquer his squeamishness.
22:30I doubt I will.
22:31You should ask Darty.
22:33Sure he's made of sterner stuff?
22:35Did I hear my name?
22:36Sir Jimmy Buckland's gold mine.
22:39Shares currently showing a 40% uplift.
22:42Ooh, I like the sound of that.
22:50The purpose of this firm is solely to make a profit for its clients.
22:55But if the heir apparent shows queasiness at its methods,
22:59is he really acting in our best interest?
23:06It appears Horatio Carteret is partial to June.
23:16Hmm.
23:17Well.
23:18Think of that.
23:20When we go to Frampton Park, I believe he will ask for her hand.
23:25Hmm.
23:26And he's the heir.
23:27Which eventually means, of course, that June herself will be Lady Carteret.
23:31Just what those high and mighties need.
23:34A bit of spark and personality.
23:38Feather on your cap, my dear.
23:40And to you too, June, of course.
23:43Assuming her father consents?
23:45Why wouldn't he?
23:47Can you think of a reason?
23:50Unless June can.
23:52My love?
24:00Sorry.
24:01It was miles away.
24:02What was the question?
24:05Is there any reason I shouldn't consent to you marrying Horatio Carteret?
24:08Well, yes.
24:09I believe there is.
24:10On account of the fact that I'm already engaged.
24:15His name's Philip Bassini.
24:20He's an architect.
24:21One of the New School and very bright.
24:24He lives on Culver Street.
24:26It's also his office.
24:28He's still awaiting his first commission, but he's so talented.
24:32He's sure to be in great demand once a while.
24:34Darling, that's enough.
24:36No one finds this remotely amusing.
24:38I don't know.
24:40I met him at the opera.
24:43He's a modernist and utterly rejects outmoded traditions such as-
24:47Asking your father for his daughter's hand before he proposes?
24:51Well, actually, I proposed.
24:55Well, of course you did.
24:56Am I to understand there's actually some truth to this ridiculous...
25:03June.
25:04What are you doing?
25:07Following my heart.
25:11Oh, dear.
25:12But how did...
25:14Where could...
25:15Tell her. It's out of the question.
25:17June.
25:18A word, please.
25:26Did you know anything about this?
25:30Why would I?
25:31We know she likes to confide in you.
25:34Oh.
25:35Perhaps she thought I would disapprove.
25:37Which obviously you do.
25:39You don't understand.
25:40It's not like anyone I've ever known.
25:41He cares about things that matter.
25:42About right and wrong.
25:43He doesn't want to control me.
25:44He wants me to be just who I am.
25:45And that's unlike anyone you've ever known?
25:46Yes.
25:47So I should meet him.
25:48So I should meet him.
25:49I should meet him.
25:50I should meet him.
25:51I should meet him.
25:52I can't.
25:53I should meet him.
25:56I don't know.
25:57I must meet him.
25:59Do you know anything about this matter?
26:01About right and wrong.
26:02He doesn't want to control me.
26:03He wants me to be just who I am.
26:04And that's unlike anyone you've ever known?
26:05Yes.
26:07So I should meet him.
26:11Bye.
26:13Bye.
26:17Bye.
26:18Bye.
26:19Bye.
26:20Bye.
27:21What is it?
27:48Why are you looking at me like that?
27:54May a man not look upon his most treasured possession.
27:57Am I really such a thing?
28:02And more.
28:02How could I have done this?
28:21Failed to communicate the foresight imperative.
28:23Seize the crown, lead, instead of playing second fiddle.
28:30What's been the point of my life if not to set my son on the chair?
28:38Is that what you put in your telegram?
28:41Obviously not.
28:42I told him if he didn't take the next train home from Paris, I'd come and drag him home
28:46by his earlobe.
28:48Oh, well, that'll do it.
28:50This way, sir.
28:59This way, sir.
29:05Ah.
29:07Mr. Bassini.
29:10Please.
29:11Ladies, you've done me the honor of inviting me to join your campaign.
29:26And while I suspect that the scale of my donation may have influenced your choice,
29:31I hope I may have something more than guineas to offer.
29:47No doubt you think we're presumptuous, daring to aspire to the hand of an heiress.
29:53As you can see, my cuff's afraid, my coat is worn, and to demonstrate the gulf between
29:57us, you invite me to a place whose membership is four times my annual salary.
30:01Actually, I chose it because it's around the corner from your office.
30:09Tell me about yourself.
30:17I'm a radical.
30:19I've declined, bowed convention.
30:24My family's undistinguished.
30:26My studies have left me in debt.
30:27So if you've come here to tell me that I must look elsewhere, I can't...
30:30I've come here to ask why you love my daughter.
30:38I've never met anyone like her.
30:39We see the world in the same way.
30:45She's spirited and brave.
30:48And yes, I love her.
30:50And if you don't believe me, then...
30:52Oh, what if I do believe you?
30:53You've supported this cause long before I arrived.
30:58The hostels you fund for the women you save.
31:02The clergy you pay to instruct them in the error of their ways.
31:06The homes you find amongst the childless gentry for their wretched offspring.
31:11No one can doubt the rigor of your purpose.
31:14But what is the ultimate aim of your charity?
31:18Punishment?
31:19Moral superiority?
31:21Or material assistance?
31:24Let me introduce to you a lady whose history you may find instructive.
31:30Some of you know me.
31:37You honor me with your custom.
31:40I'm kind enough to invite me into your homes.
31:43Ten years ago, I was penniless.
31:45Homeless.
31:47Mrs. Parker Barrington heard of my distress.
31:51She could have judged me.
31:53Made a reckoning of my failings.
31:55But instead, she asked me how she could help.
31:58She found me lodgings.
31:59A midwife.
32:00Sustenance.
32:01She asked me what skills I possessed and employed me as a dressmaker.
32:04Recommended me to her friends.
32:06Many of you have helped to make me what I am today.
32:10Not a burden on society.
32:13But a contributor.
32:16Heartwarming story.
32:17But there's a vast difference between you and the women that we try to help.
32:23You are not what we call fallen.
32:25And if I was, would I deserve the workhouse?
32:28My children removed.
32:30Myself consigned to penitence and shame.
32:32Widowhood and poverty are not sins.
32:42I wasn't a widow.
32:46My children were born out of wedlock.
32:50Their father...
32:52Died.
33:02Before they were born.
33:08Now do you judge me?
33:11Do I appear less deserving to you now?
33:15Not to me.
33:16And not, I hope, to any here.
33:21Thank you so much.
33:26I love you.
33:54Forgive me, I must go.
34:12You don't strike me as a fortune hunter.
34:17How would you support her?
34:21I will.
34:22That is, at present.
34:24I can't.
34:26But I have prospects.
34:27I'm currently seeking a major commission.
34:29But is money the be-all and end-all?
34:32It is for those who are used to it.
34:37I can't agree to this marriage.
34:40Until you've completed your first commission.
34:46Till then I consent to an engagement.
34:51I have no doubt.
34:53We'll be seeing a lot of each other.
34:55We'll be seeing a lot of each other.
34:55I'm here, my dear ones.
35:18I'm here now.
35:19You agreed to an engagement.
35:28Why?
35:30He's impulsive, argumentative, and currently without means.
35:35Could be years before he makes his first commission.
35:36Exactly.
35:37And by then, the romance would have lost his sheen.
35:41Or stood the test of time.
35:42And you're willing to take that chance.
35:47What is this?
35:50You living vicariously.
35:53Allowing June to do what you always regretted not doing.
35:57Not in the slightest.
36:02I'm wholly at peace with my decision.
36:03I knew it.
36:14You were never going to consent because you've no idea how it feels to truly follow your heart.
36:20So go on.
36:21Tell me.
36:22Will you give you permission to get engaged?
36:35She...
36:36And now we assure the outside world that we couldn't be happier.
36:45No, no, no.
36:53You pause off the table, Pudding.
36:54You know the rules.
36:56Is there a pact to lower the tone of this family?
37:00First Soames, now June.
37:04There's no one regard for pedigree.
37:07You'll note the lack of announcement.
37:09June's engagement?
37:10No surprise.
37:12I wouldn't advertise such a mismatch.
37:14No wonder the engagement party is close family only.
37:18Poor Frances had such high hopes.
37:21She must be so disappointed.
37:29Did I ever tell you that when I was five I fell into the Seine?
37:33Where were your parents?
37:35Beside me.
37:36But I could swim so my mother was happy for me to take risks.
37:39She was a gambler?
37:40Like you.
37:41With other people's money.
37:42I take calculated risks.
37:45No.
37:46Like chancing your happiness for someone you barely know.
37:51Come with me.
37:53I have a surprise.
37:58Isaac mentioned June's engagement.
38:00Oh, we couldn't be more delighted.
38:03Of course, June could have had her pick.
38:04But we believe that young people should follow their hearts.
38:07Oh, I wholly agree.
38:09I want to thank you for joining us the other day.
38:13I hope you were persuaded of the cause.
38:17Dear Louisa, she's such a shining example of what can be achieved.
38:21Yes.
38:23Yes.
38:24Very commendable.
38:25Still, it's a struggle with two little ones to take care of.
38:30And when they both go down with a fever...
38:32Well, I'm so sorry.
38:33I have to dash.
38:35I'm expected at the Devonshire's for lunch.
38:36Are they very sick?
38:50Scarlet fever.
38:52Apparently.
38:54Poor darlings.
38:56But tell me, how is dear Isaac?
38:58Oh, my God.
39:28Oh, my God.
39:58Oh, my God.
40:28Oh, my God.
40:30Oh, my God.
40:58Oh, wasn't it wonderful?
41:00I'll meet the director next week.
41:01And just think, if he accepts me, you can come and pick me up every night after the performance.
41:05Oh, you should meet Iverter Brother.
41:07He's a painter.
41:07He comes to watch all of the rehearsals.
41:09I honestly just can't wait for you to see me dance.
41:12Oh, and just imagine.
41:14Oh, and just imagine, you can meet me at the stage door every night.
41:16And when we're settled in our new apartment, we go to the cabin.
41:19And when we're settled in our new apartment, should we invite your family to come visit?
41:35Yes, yes, yes, of course, my love.
41:43There's something I haven't mentioned.
41:47Telegram from my father.
41:48Is he well?
41:49Beside himself.
41:51Huh.
41:52But I told him my plans in a letter when I should have done it face to face.
41:56What was I thinking?
41:59I believe I must return.
42:02Cat, short our honeymoon.
42:04And my audition, should I rearrange?
42:07By all means.
42:09But you must see I owe my father an explanation.
42:12And a person.
42:17Of course.
42:19Of course, I do see that.
42:21So let's return to London and settle for me, sir.
42:26Once and for all.
42:34How do we know that this fellow isn't some money-grubbing opportunist?
43:01What is Frances thinking?
43:02She will know that when the heart is set on something, the more it's forbidden, the more it's craved.
43:11Surely you don't imagine June wants this boy just to prove she can have him.
43:18I once knew a couple of young men who pursued the same girl.
43:22Simply so the other wouldn't get her.
43:28Let me fetch you a drink.
43:32Something amiss?
43:46What?
43:48Nothing to concern you.
43:49No one would believe we used to be best of friends.
43:55It was a long time ago.
43:57Before the old man pitted us against each other.
44:02Yes.
44:02Shape up.
44:04Make sacrifices.
44:06Was it a sacrifice?
44:08For you?
44:11Alexandra?
44:12Alexandra?
44:12You're more than it was for you.
44:20Do you sometimes wonder where she disappeared to?
44:23As do I.
44:26Still.
44:28It all turned out for the best.
44:31Emily and you.
44:33Edith and I.
44:35Yes.
44:35Splendid women.
44:41Saved us from ourselves.
44:48I almost feel sorry for him.
44:51Don't.
44:53Did you see his hat?
44:54Left it on a chair and Emily mistook it for a cat.
44:57Uncle James.
45:03You look as if you'd like to commission a new house.
45:05And here's Phil just brimming with clever ideas.
45:07I suspect your uncle's perfectly content with his own house.
45:10But should the opportunity ever arise,
45:12I'm sure you could come to my office and view my portfolio.
45:15There, now.
45:16What a kind invitation.
45:19Well, here we are.
45:22Frances and I ask you to join us in raising a glass to the newly engaged couple.
45:27Tune in, Philip.
45:29Tune in, Philip.
45:37How to thwart a rebel.
45:39Take away their cause.
45:57Can do.
45:59Just Move it.
45:59Over from the ship.
46:00Let's go.
46:01To the ship.
46:01Come on.
46:02Stand for coming.
46:06Stand for you.
46:10Stand for you.
46:13Fall.
46:15È verite.
46:16I, I'll do.
46:17I'll do it.
46:18I'll do it.
46:21Ha ha ha ha ha.
46:23What a bad guy toss it?
46:23I won't be there.
46:25Let's go.
46:26Come on.
46:56Are they?
47:05Please tell me they're not.
47:07They're not.
47:09Their fever's past.
47:10They're sleeping.
47:14Thank God.
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