Louis XV inherited the elegance and grace of his great-grandfather, Louis XIV, but lacked his firmness and resolve. Orphaned at just two years old, Louis lost his entire family within the first five years of his life. This solitary childhood left him with a shyness, a fear of speaking, and a deep melancholy.

Crushed under the shadow of Louis XIV's legacy, Louis XV avoided the responsibilities of kingship, leaving state affairs to Cardinal de Fleury. At just 27, he immersed himself in personal romances that drew him further away from politics. Feeling inadequate, he devalued himself, using disguises and antics to blur the lines between king and subject.

Discover how a ruler, initially celebrated for his progressive ideals, faced a tragic downfall marked by isolation, decline, and unfulfilled potential.


Documentary: The Rise and Fall of Versailles – EP2: Louis XV, the Black Sun
Directed by : Thierry Binisti
Production : Les Films D’Ici


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