Marie Antoinette: Feminine Powers

Coppola’s Marie Antoinette reimagines the infamous queen as a misunderstood teenager, thrust into an opulent, isolating world. Kirsten Dunst shines as the titular queen, navigating her gilded cage with youthful rebellion and quiet sadness.

Visually, the film draws from both period paintings and 1980s New Romantic fashion, with pastel palettes inspired by Sofia’s love for Ladurée macarons and Rococo art. The modern soundtrack (featuring The Strokes, Bow Wow Wow, and New Order) paired with lavish, candy-colored visuals makes Marie’s plight feel surprisingly modern. Like today’s influencers, she’s adored and vilified in equal measure — a reminder that public perception rarely reflects private reality.