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The Forsytes S01E06
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00:00Is the heart capable of boundless love?
00:16Or as it gives to one, does it take from another?
00:30Must there always be winners and losers?
00:44Can you still lose?
00:49Even when you think you've won?
00:51And is the game of love ever really over?
01:21Here. Let me.
01:37Leave it on. It suits you.
01:51For God's sake, stop fiddling.
02:00Here. Get out.
02:06Stupid girl. She's hopeless.
02:09Here. Let me.
02:17Any word from Papa?
02:21I haven't given him much thought.
02:34Do we think Joe will come skulking back in time?
02:37I can't fathom what possessed him to leave home at all.
02:40It's all waltzing round the office, bold as brass.
02:43Poor Frances.
02:44She's done her best, but she's never managed to tame him.
02:47Of course, you scarcely know them, but trust me,
02:48Frances will be smarting.
02:54Please continue.
02:58Of what will we speak?
03:00Uh.
03:02What?
03:04Of how no one knows what goes on inside a marriage.
03:07Except the two people in it.
03:10I beg to differ.
03:11What you and Soames have is plain for all to see.
03:15We're off to the park.
03:18Would you care to join us?
03:20That's kind, but I'm meeting June.
03:22What fun.
03:24So lovely that June has a companion her own age.
03:27Shall we go?
03:30Your wife has a mind of her own.
03:38But isn't that why you married her?
03:40Of course.
04:03I, um, a man got carried away.
04:05Well, I was spared.
04:06Well, I should leave you in peace.
04:13Move into my club.
04:15No, you don't need to do that.
04:16But maybe you should ask Frances to reconsider her terms.
04:19Dear Frances, where have you been?
04:39No one's seen you or dear Julian in weeks.
04:41We've been enjoying the peace and quiet of home.
04:43Then perhaps you've not heard our own dear Horatio engaged to young Countess Avery.
04:50Fellow moth enthusiast.
04:52Sweet girl who matches him in temperament and rank.
04:57And how is June?
04:58And soames, you Forsytes make such bold matrimonial choices.
05:03Uh, shall we see you at the Parker Barringtons?
05:06If you prefer to keep a low profile, I do understand.
05:09Pure speculation.
05:21But if people are starting to question.
05:35Where are we going?
05:36You must promise not to tell because soames will be furious.
05:40Soames?
05:40Isn't she enchanting?
06:07It's wrong, Marie.
06:08Good morning, sir.
06:20Julian.
06:22Will you be making an appearance at the gala?
06:26He will indeed, cousin.
06:28In fact, he will be giving the opening address.
06:31It is, after all, the 50th anniversary and so highly appropriate for the heir apparent at
06:36this great juncture in our company's history to lay out his vision for the future.
06:43As for your marital situation, it is not ideal.
06:47So mend it, then return home to your excellent wife who has done absolutely nothing to merit
06:56your desertion and thus allay any doubts about your fitness to lose.
07:01Is this actually something you want?
07:03As in?
07:04Did you ever really intend to retire?
07:06Why would you doubt it?
07:07Because you're still young.
07:08And the fact that you keep pushing me tells you that I was nowhere near ready to take a
07:12back seat?
07:13Well, perhaps you're right.
07:14But having seen you make the right call when I so spectacularly failed to do so,
07:21I am content with my decision.
07:24It's been a struggle, but trust me, I have a plan.
07:42Ah, my dear, you and I understand each other, always have.
07:46Knew from the moment we met that you would be the jewel in our crown.
07:50Our task now is to bring the boy home in time for the gala.
07:53Leave that to me.
08:00You must.
08:05I'd like to thank you for allowing us to what you've done.
08:09My pleasure.
08:10No.
08:11Would you excuse me, pal?
08:14You wouldn't.
08:16Oh, I would.
08:17My dear, shall we go?
08:21Must we?
08:23Hmm.
08:23You used to say you never wanted children.
08:44I also said I wanted to live in a hut in Tahiti and paint sunsets.
08:47What happened to that plan, eh?
08:51At least I'll get to watch your child grow up.
08:54And have some influence in their life.
08:57Try not to set a bad example.
09:00And to your own children?
09:01I think we both know you still have much to give.
09:09You seem a little out of sorts.
09:26Perhaps I'm still mourning.
09:30Your father?
09:31My life.
09:34Or rather, the one I was promised.
09:37My dear, need we revisit this?
09:40Paris was a beautiful dream.
09:41Which you led me to believe you shared.
09:42For reasons beyond our control.
09:44We are here.
09:47And there is much to be grateful for.
09:49There is.
09:51But I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
09:53But I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
09:54I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
09:55I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
09:56But I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
09:57But I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
09:58I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
09:59I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
10:00But I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
10:01I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
10:02I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
10:03I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
10:04I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
10:05I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
10:06I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
10:07I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
10:08I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen.
10:09I take it you don't expect visitors.
10:39No not as a rule I have a question yes why would a gentleman trust the
10:46architect of such squalor with the design and build of a country house well if
10:52you're at all familiar with the creative process I'm familiar with the works of
10:55great artists then you'll appreciate the chaos can be the mother of inspiration
11:00hmm and in your inspired opinion were a gentleman to contemplate the
11:10commissioning of the country house where would he begin
11:15you have a visitor waiting in the board
11:21Harry Faulkner
11:35yes your father and uncle refused to offer compensation
11:42so you will cover his losses from funds that I'll provide
11:46why would you provide call it a moral obligation
11:50your late grandfather and I we we knew his mother
11:56who was she after she fell on hard times your grandfather provided a home
12:01a family a trust for the child which has recently matured and was squandered on
12:07your uncle's advice in the goldmine debacle
12:10and the child's father I couldn't tell you couldn't or won't
12:17kindly make the necessary arrangements and while you're at it yes your own affairs
12:28get a grip on them dear it'll be the making of you
12:35I'm sorry
12:42oh
12:44oh
12:45oh
12:46oh
12:48oh
12:52oh
12:56oh
12:58oh
12:59oh
13:00oh
13:01oh
13:33What a flattering gown, Miss Louisa.
13:38Alas, no.
13:40I was obliged to discontinue our arrangement.
13:43Service was disappointing.
13:45Oh, you surprise me.
13:47I find her excellent.
13:49Although, tediously, she's now moved to the back of beyond.
13:53Can't imagine why.
13:54Perhaps she feared condemnation after her brave confession.
13:58So courageous.
13:59Indeed.
13:59The cause of fallen women, such a complex one.
14:03Is it not?
14:13What is this place?
14:15I believe it's called Robin Hill.
14:16Your experience is limited.
14:24I graduated top of my year.
14:28Youthful enthusiasm is no substitute for skill.
14:31One certainly wouldn't wish to pay a premium for it.
14:34Indeed.
14:35One would expect that any fee, however small, would be gratefully seized upon.
14:40My mom would be mistaken.
14:42I do not underestimate my worth, however others may choose to.
14:54So, an uncritical presumption of need.
14:58A commitment to provide unconditional support,
15:02so that these women can begin to help themselves.
15:06As dear Louisa has demonstrated.
15:08And yet, might some of these women benefit more from an atonement-based model?
15:18Atonement?
15:20Interesting word.
15:21As you know, our aim is never to judge, but to support.
15:27Whether or not they deserve it.
15:30But I know I speak for many when I say
15:32that to ignore some of the damage done by these women to decent, upstanding families
15:37is an obstacle to many who might wish to contribute.
15:40Perhaps you should form your own charity,
15:44one that prizes correction and penance above indiscriminate handouts.
15:49I wish you luck.
15:57I sense you have your reasons.
16:02You must do what you think best.
16:10When could you commence?
16:32I'm sorry?
16:33You wish to...
16:34Commission some preliminary drawings,
16:37so that I may assess your suitability.
16:39At once, if you wish.
16:43You will, however, refrain from discussing our arrangement
16:46with anyone.
16:49Particularly my wife.
16:51You understand that this is to be a surprise?
16:55Of course.
17:09What is it?
17:22Tell me.
17:24I was ordered not to say.
17:27By who?
17:28Sam's foresight?
17:32What on earth could he have to say?
17:33I was ordered not to say.
17:35Emily.
17:35May I speak with your mama?
18:03Mama went out.
18:05Oh.
18:06Will you come in?
18:07I'll ask Hannah to make some tea.
18:11Yes.
18:12But only for a moment.
18:22You like painting.
18:24I do.
18:25But Mama says I must practice more.
18:27Well, these are excellent.
18:32I mean, you really capture the bird's feathers.
18:35Mama said you're good at drawing.
18:38Will you draw us?
18:40I could.
18:47No, no, no, no.
18:51You, you go on painting.
18:54May I?
18:59Yeah.
19:00Yes.
19:01Yes.
19:14Much better than Joss.
19:17May we keep it?
19:18Mama will love it.
19:20I know something she'd like.
19:33Are you not bursting with joy?
19:48Well, I know it's meant to be a secret, but of course you know.
19:51Phil's commission to build a house for you and Soames.
19:54But they agreed yesterday.
19:55Sorry, what?
19:56Did Soames not mention?
19:58Oh, my God.
20:01I'm so sorry.
20:02Phil said it was a secret, but I never thought from you.
20:05But you have to pretend.
20:07When Soames tells you, you look surprised or he'll be furious with me.
20:10But isn't it just the best of news?
20:13Because I can get married, and you get abused with me in your house, and Phil is such a damn thing.
20:34Mrs Forsyte?
20:37Is your husband...
20:38No.
20:39Are you coming?
20:42Is this about the commission?
20:47No.
20:48Yes.
20:49I hardly know.
20:51Do you have questions?
20:53Many.
20:54About the design?
20:55About the site.
20:56And the purpose.
20:59The site I can answer for.
21:0030 miles from London.
21:01Spectacular views.
21:02No other dwelling for miles around.
21:06As for the purpose...
21:10Is that not obvious?
21:12I shouldn't have come.
21:14I should be congratulating you and June.
21:17Your wedding can be sooner.
21:18Yes.
21:19I'm glad.
21:20It means the world to her.
21:22I'm sorry to have disturbed you.
21:25I'm sorry to have disturbed you.
21:37Mrs Forsyte?
21:38Mrs Forsyte?
21:42Mrs Forsyte!
21:43Forgive me.
21:44I could pretend to misunderstand your distress, but who would that serve?
21:49It was wrong of me to involve you.
21:51But how can I proceed?
21:52Knowing that what I've been commissioned to build will effectively be your prison.
21:56That's not the word I used.
22:00It was implied.
22:01And it's not inaccurate.
22:02Then all that remains is to find a way to make a graceful exit.
22:17What...
22:18What do you mean?
22:19But I can't be the one that will...
22:21Helloat your husband and devastate June.
22:25I must make him withdraw of his own accord.
22:27But...
22:28June will be distraught.
22:29And you?
22:30It's your first commission.
22:33I'm arrogant enough to believe there'll soon be another.
22:35I really don't know what to say.
22:45Say absolutely nothing.
23:06Mama!
23:11We have a surprise for you.
23:12Close your eyes.
23:13Oh.
23:26Open your eyes.
23:29Do you like it, Mama?
23:35Uh, go and play outside.
23:40Do we have to?
23:41Yes, please.
24:05Yes?
24:20I've brought some preliminary designs.
24:22With costings.
24:25Your efficiency bodes well.
24:35Some mistake, surely.
24:39As in several not too many.
24:41To design a property befitting the status and the magnitude of a gentleman such as yourself...
24:45I asked you to build me a house, not the Palace of Westminster.
24:48I cannot in all conscience reduce the scale, and thus the cost, by a single penny.
24:51Then you have done yourself out of a commission, sir.
24:54Mr Bassini.
24:55Was just leaving.
24:56Good to age you both.
25:01Why was he here?
25:03I had thoughts of commissioning a house.
25:05We have a house.
25:06Of our own.
25:07Away from these...
25:08Prying...
25:09Gossiping...
25:10Who do you mean?
25:11Your family has been nothing but kind.
25:12My thought was to remove ourselves from the city altogether.
25:15To the countryside where we might have room to breathe.
25:19And Mr Bassini has been unable to deliver that vision?
25:21Unfortunately, yes.
25:22The arrogant young pup has just priced himself out of the market.
25:35It's our life.
25:36It's our life.
25:37It's a family.
25:38The
25:56Ah, yes.
26:00To see if you've come to your senses.
26:04Or are you still minded to favour your mistress over your wife?
26:08She's not my mistress.
26:10People make assumptions.
26:11No one knows of our previous attachment, and now that our connection is platonic.
26:15Despite the fact that you left our home.
26:19You know why I left our home?
26:22Because I couldn't agree to cease contact with my children.
26:26Well, as to that, I might be willing to reconsider.
26:54Reconsider her.
26:56I give a little.
27:01You give a little.
27:04We both want the same thing.
27:07You.
27:09Home.
27:12In time for the gala.
27:13Harry Falkenor.
27:27Yes?
27:28Writing to thank us for reimbursing his losses.
27:31What?
27:33Did you have something to do with it?
27:34Hardly, did you?
27:36Absolutely not.
27:38Then who?
27:40Then why?
27:43Quite a mystery.
27:46Yes.
27:47No, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said, I said,
28:17I was thinking about that day we met
28:21it seems an age ago
28:23and still we
28:26barely know each other
28:28I disagree
28:30perhaps it's that we
28:36just want such different things
28:38is this about Paris?
28:41Paris is when I first realised
28:43what?
28:44how
28:45and alike we are
28:49I look forward to seeing what you've chosen for the gala
29:07it's important to make an impact
29:10you should wear your new necklace
29:15slightly alarming
29:28talk of Joe returning home
29:31if we can't play the
29:33tarnishing the company reputation card
29:35thought I should mention
29:36planning to make a splash
29:38at the grand event
29:39so if you'd like me to give the address
29:40next generation rising like salmon
29:43to scale the rapids of opportunity
29:45yes thank you
29:47I'll bear that in mind
29:48what's this I hear?
29:49you treating us to your vision for the future
29:51at our gala
29:52I can hardly wait
29:53care to give us a taster?
29:56not especially
29:57well let me guess
29:58profit is the devil
29:59caution is king
30:01and if our clients lose money
30:03it's up to us to bail them out
30:04if it's due to us
30:05giving poor advice
30:06then yes
30:07nothing to do with their own greed
30:08or willful ignorance
30:09everything to do with our obligation
30:11to urge them not to put their eggs in one basket
30:12no matter how guaranteed the returns
30:15or by how much commission we stand to make
30:17and to say otherwise is just
30:19yes
30:19what is it?
30:23morally bankrupt
30:24that's priceless
30:28our would-be chair
30:29the most degenerate member of the firm
30:31presumes to preach morality to the rest of us
30:34to the man who knowingly capsized the Durham Mining Company
30:37thereby ruining their investors
30:38including his own future father-in-law
30:40making his wife-to-be destitute
30:42she doesn't know does she?
30:49and this from the man
30:51who's conveniently jilted his wife
30:53so he can debauch his mistress
30:56and fawn over his brats
30:58is this the type of leadership you're after?
31:19yes
31:29it's really good
31:39so
31:43Julian is late
31:54No, my love, I really think we might be happier
31:59And how was the garden party?
32:04I heard it was exquisite
32:05Yes, it was
32:05I think that's it
32:10Quite like a chindra, I'll try to be there
32:12You're a scrumptious distraction in my heart
32:16Thank you
32:17Thank you
32:19I'm so happy
32:20I'm so happy
32:21I'm so happy
32:22I'm happy
32:23Does anyone see me?
32:24Jane
32:24Jane
32:25Jane
32:26Jane
32:27Jane
32:28Jane
32:29Jane
32:30Jane
32:31Jane
32:32Jane
32:33Jane
32:34Quite right, Jane
32:36Is Julian proposing to make some sort of grand entrance?
32:42He'll be here, rest assured
32:44Exciting
32:48Where's Jo?
32:49Did he not leave with you?
32:50He left ahead of me
32:51I thought he'd be here
32:53Right
32:55It's so exciting
32:57I can't quite believe it
32:59We're getting married, Phil
33:01Aren't you just thrilled beyond words?
33:03Why, you know Mama has plenty of plans already
33:05Don't excuse me
33:06She sucks
33:09Well
33:16From Sose?
33:17You guessed
33:18Reminds me of one my late husband gave me
33:23Haven't worn it in years
33:25We had a splendid time today
33:27Oh
33:28You've been left, Mrs Forsythe
33:31Forsythe
33:33Forsythe
33:35We have so much time
33:37We have so much time
33:39Soames
33:41Soames has
33:42Reconsidered the commission
33:45Reconsidered?
33:47Does he not like the design?
33:49He dislikes the price
33:51Reduce it?
33:52Cannot be done
33:53Not without detriment to the plans
33:54What about our plans?
33:56There are other considerations
33:57Well think of Irene, how will she feel?
33:58I am
33:59Thinking of Irene
34:00I suspect
34:02She may not be as keen on the ideas
34:03Soames
34:04Well it is true
34:05We'd hardly ever see each other
34:06And we'd be just the two of them
34:07But our wedding
34:08I can't bear the thought of having to wait
34:10Nor I, but...
34:21Mr Bassini
34:22On further consideration
34:23I believe the site will suit me well
34:25Let us proceed
34:26I am sorry?
34:27You will build me a house at Robin Hill
34:40I knew you'd come
34:55Well your father was right
34:57We shouldn't have doubted you
34:59And I've been at fault
35:02Issuing ultimatums
35:04Forcing you to make a choice
35:05When you'd have come to your senses of your own accord
35:07Francis
35:08We can salvage this
35:09Our marriage
35:11Your ascension
35:12This
35:13Is our moment
35:14Francis, I'm sorry
35:20For everything you worked for
35:21Everything you've done
35:22You deserve a better return
35:30I do
35:31And I cannot give it
35:33Yesterday
35:36It struck me
35:37Battling with songs
35:40Fighting to impose my will on the company
35:42My heart's not in it
35:46Never was
35:50I don't understand
35:52What are you saying?
35:58Then I'll never cease to love you
35:59Respect to admire
36:01Respect to admire
36:02Provide for you
36:03I'll never return to the phone
36:07Or this house
36:12To get away with my friends
36:14To get away with my friends
36:15Although she's not connected to the home
36:16I hope to tell you
36:17To get away with my friends
36:18Which is making a message
36:19To you
36:20To get away with your friends
36:21He's in this house
36:22I thought you were doing
36:23What do you think?
36:24If you want to make a message
36:25Who are your friends
36:26For something you've ever seen
36:27To be in this house?
36:28I'm sorry.
36:51I tried.
36:58You're very kind.
37:01What kind?
37:04It's just...
37:08the thought of you being with...
37:13I won't give up.
37:16I swear it.
37:19I can't.
37:28There will be no divorce.
37:45Your children will not be legitimized.
37:51You will suffer rejection from the family.
37:58The firm.
38:02From all of London.
38:08I accept that.
38:22I thought I'd molded you into something resembling a rational being.
38:29I was mistaken.
38:32So go.
38:35You were once interesting to me.
38:41Now you bore me.
38:51Goodbye, Francis.
38:59Bye.
39:02Oh, my God.
39:32Where is he? Is he coming?
39:44I've been looking all over for the man of the hour. Where is dear Jolyon?
39:47I'm afraid he's just been called away.
39:51What's such an auspicious day?
39:54How disappointing for you all.
39:57A small inconvenience.
39:58I trust we're more than capable of enjoying the festivities in his absence.
40:03Mr. Cole, I wonder if I might call upon you to transact some business for me?
40:09Yes, of course.
40:10My late father left a property in Camden which has lain empty for many years.
40:15I propose to donate it to the charity.
40:18Well, that's most generous.
40:19For conversion into suitable accommodation for needy women.
40:25Of course, I'm no expert, but perhaps you could advise me in matters legal and beyond.
40:30It'll be a pleasure.
40:32Impressive performance.
40:34Isn't that how the higher species evolve?
40:37By their ability to adapt.
40:38I suspect you and I will work very well together.
40:54So, Jo's bolted.
40:57Shall I step in, say a few words, hand over to Soames and passing the torch, all that?
41:03I think on balance, no.
41:06I prefer to do the honours myself.
41:25Pray silence for her illustrious highness, Mrs. Anne Euphemia Isadora Fawcite.
41:36Dear friends, no doubt you are expecting an address from one of the male members of this firm.
41:49Instead, you have me.
41:52Perfectly placed to judge the merits and the demerits of this formidable clan.
41:58Then, since my arrival, there have been many newcomers to the Fawcite ranks.
42:04All of you will have wondered what you were letting yourself in for, before becoming Fawcites in your own right.
42:12So, what defines this family?
42:19What is a Fawcite?
42:22A Fawcite is someone who knows the value of loyalty.
42:28Fawcite is someone who knows the value of loyalty, and family, and repute.
42:36We are tenacious.
42:38We are survivors.
42:41And we should never, ever be underestimated.
42:47Only a fool would underestimate you.
43:12Or you, my love.
43:14Seems a shame to let a prime seat go to me.
43:28Oh, Monty, you wouldn't dare.
43:29I think I know my own worth, ready?
43:31Wiggins, move the chair.
43:32I must say.
43:34This should have been his moment.
43:51You mean your moment.
43:56Eyes on the camera, please.
43:58Holding it still now.
44:00Wait.
44:12Right.
44:20Mama.
44:21Harry Falconer.
44:25Yes?
44:26It was you who paid him off.
44:28Why would you do that?
44:32My dear boy, let's enjoy the day.
44:37We can speak of these things some other time.
44:39But Mama, who is he?
44:48He's my grandson.
44:49He's my grandson.
44:50And r אני.
45:02He's my充 Druckber hosting.
45:03He's my son.
45:05He's my son.
45:06I don't know how much this year.
45:08No I have his job.
45:09He's my son.
45:10He's my son.
45:11We'll be here.
45:12I don't know how many questions he is.
45:13I'll go there.
45:14I want him to go there.
45:15There you go.
45:16I want her to be there.
45:16Il is not my son.
45:17I want something there to explain my wife.
45:18do you remember the day you proposed vividly you said to me
45:30if we were unable to make a success of our marriage
45:34then you would release me
45:37i cannot imagine seeing any such thing
45:48you
46:18I came to finish the painting
46:27There is no urgency
46:28I believe there is
46:31I wish to resume my work as an artist
46:34An ambition I gave up
46:36Ten years ago
46:38As incompatible with the aims
46:40Of my father and my wife
46:42Don't mistake me, I've been blessed
46:46I've had wealth, status
46:48A beautiful wife, an adorable stepdaughter
46:50And I could have gone on living
46:55A comfortable, privileged half-life
46:57If you hadn't walked into that room
46:59On June's 18th birthday
47:00And now?
47:04It's done
47:05I've resigned
47:07From the firm
47:09From my family
47:10From my marriage
47:12You can't, what are you thinking?
47:15I'm thinking I can no longer lie to her
47:16Or to myself
47:18Or to you
47:20I want to paint
47:24I want to be a father
47:27To our children
47:28I want to live with you
47:30We'll be outcasts
47:33We'll be poor
47:34I can't give you my name
47:37But I can give you my love
47:41If you'll have me
47:44Do you even need to ask?
47:58I'll see you next time
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