In 1776, the King of Denmark marries Princess Caroline Mathilde, a union orchestrated for political gain. However, the Princess harbors deep disdain for her husband, who prioritizes pleasure over his health. The King's trip abroad takes a turn for the worse, and a young doctor is summoned to attend to him. The doctor's remarkable skills impress the King, who invites him back to Copenhagen. Amidst the royal court, the doctor and Princess develop a forbidden love that ultimately leads to devastating consequences.
Loves of a Dictator
The royal wedding between the King and Princess Caroline Mathilde in Copenhagen, a union marked by a profound lack of emotional connection, as the Princess is deeply troubled by her husband's scandalous behavior.