Summary
Pour régner plunges us into the treacherous waters of ambition within early 20th-century French high society, where the charismatic yet morally ambiguous Henri de Valois (Louis Vonelly) embarks on a relentless quest for ultimate political dominion. His ascent is not without formidable obstacles, primarily the established authority of the venerable Duke Armand (Maurice Luguet) and his judicious son, Philippe (André Luguet). As Henri masterfully orchestrates a campaign of strategic alliances and public manipulation, the narrative meticulously charts his gradual descent into ethical compromise. Caught in the crosscurrents of this power struggle is Isabelle (Marie-Thérèse Pierat), a noblewoman whose initial faith in Henri’s vision is slowly eroded by his increasingly ruthless tactics, compelling her to confront the painful dichotomy between her personal affections and the deteriorating ideals of leadership.
