Prince & Me 2, The: The Royal Wedding (2006)

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It's not that kind of wedding.

They do everything for you.

No, I won't be wearing a crown.

Mom, I gotta run.

I'm late for class.

I love you. 'Bye.

Our most important consideration

is our patients.

We have with us today

a young volunteer from the clinic.

Mr Lars Jensen.

11 years old. Chest pains.

A rash on the abdomen.

And a cough. Thoughts, anyone?

Bacterial pneumonia.

But, given the rash,

could be varicella.

Well, thank you

for joining us, Miss Morgan.

Why don't you step down here

and take a look?

Yes, Doctor.

Hi, Lars.

Hello.

Let's see that rash.

Doctor, would you mind handing me

a cotton swab and some alcohol?

As you wish.

Thank you, Doctor.

This might be a bit cold.

Ooh.

Looks like we have

a severe case of

viral blush.

Someone got into

his mother's make-up.

But I do have a pain in my chest.

Really?

Yes. My heart aches for you,

Paige Morgan.

OK, wise guy. Go on. Get outta here.

I did it! I did it! I met my future queen!

She's a fox!

Hey, foxy lady.

Very funny.

Some of us are meeting back at my

dorm room later to study. Wanna come?

I can't tonight.

Danish lesson?

Date with Edvard.

A date?

You two are getting married

in three weeks.

I know, but it's been

so crazy lately with school

and planning the wedding, and we

haven't had any time alone together.

So you two made a date?

Mm-hm.

I'll see you tomorrow,

alright, Jake?

Alright.

'Bye.

Whoops!

Soren?

I'm afraid my duties don't extend

to that sort of thing.

Soren, what are you doing here?

Where's Eddie?

I regret to say that Edvard

is tied up in parliament, Miss Paige.

Again?

I'm afraid so.

He apologises and asks for

a 'raincheck'.

Is that what it's called?

- Soren.

- Yes, Miss Paige?

This isn't the way to the palace.

A small detour, if you don't mind.

There are some papers

that need your signature.

They won't take but a minute.

In the east hall this time.

Alright, Soren.

They're attracted to you.

How did you

I raided the entire

Blue Monarch population of Europe.

But, you see,

they wanted to come anyway.

You know, they say,

if you catch a butterfly,

you should whisper a wish

and set it free.

The butterfly carries the wish

directly to the spirits.

Well, then, it must work, huh?

Because my wish

has already come true.

Come on.

Coming live

from the Royal Palace

with Their Majesties

Rosalind and Haarald,

Crown Queen Paige

and King Edvard.

Your Majesty, is it true that the two of

you were lab partners at the university?

Um, yes. I suppose you could say we

literally had chemistry together.

And so, has Paige impressed you

with her ability to

adapt to her new role?

Definitely, yes.

Taking on the responsibilities

of being a queen

and studying to be a doctor

I think that's very impressive.

And what's been the most

challenging aspect for you, Miss Paige?

The language.

I mean,

Danish is a beautiful language,

um, but it can be a challenge

when you're learning.

I want so badly to be fluent.

I will be fluent in no time.

The royal wedding of

King Edvard and his wife-to-be,

Miss Paige Morgan,

is just three weeks away.

Don't miss the live

coverage here on

Is Haarald blind? This girl's nothing more

than a gold-digging commoner.

I wouldn't let her marry my son.

You don't have to

worry about that, sir.

One you don't have a son,

and two the only gold

you have to be dug is in your teeth.

I'm the third Prince of

Norway, once removed.

I'll not have sarcasm

from the likes of you.

Yes, Your Royal Highness.

And I am just

your humble accountant.

So, you insist, Henrick, that my funds

are currently in short supply.

Actually, I might say that you're

insolvent, bankrupt, penniless

Enough. Enough.

If I'd have been born

one prince less removed,

I'd have been very, very rich.

But that wouldn't have changed

your poor betting history at the track

Henrick, I didn't call you in here

to discuss my past financial ventures.

I called you in to show you this.

And this is?

My salvation.

That man is helpless

when it comes down to dressing.

Maybe 'hopeless', you mean.

Your Majesty, Your Highnesses,

may I bring you something to drink?

Indeed you may.

We absolutely crave a bottle

of '83 Chteau Margaux.

Excellent choice.

Vlad, what is the occasion?

The occasion is I'm thirsty.

Excuse me! Excuse me.

Um, I'd actually like a beer.

Whatever you have on tap

would be fine.

Now, you see, there is a true Dane.

Yes, I'll have a beer as well, please.

Thank you.

We will stay loyal

to the Margaux, hey?

Edvard, will you share a box

at Monaco this year?

No, I can't make it this year.

I've got better things to do,

like run the country.

Oh, boo-hoo.

Yes, boo-hoo.

Well, then, you'll miss none other

than your favourite princess

popping champagne and awarding

the title in the Champions Circle.

Carmilla, I'll be terminally bored

if it's just you again.

Oh, stop it.

And you, Paige. Please tell me

you will make the race. Mm.

Oh, I don't think I'll be making

any of the races this year.

I will be in the library

trying to make the grade.

Ah, you see, there

there is my baby.

Gabi, perhaps instead of

popping champagne in Monaco

you could pop a beer

and start a new trend.

Yeah, she is right.

Where is the wine?

We need the wine.

You know, when I was young,

I used to be terrified of these busts.

I used to think they were all watching me

and would come alive and chase me.

I can't imagine why.

They look so friendly.

Hmph.

Well, my mother used to think

that it was my fear

of not living up to

my ancestors' expectations.

I suppose there's

some kind of truth in that.

They don't look

terribly approving, do they?

I wonder what

they'd say about us.

What would they say about us?

They would say,

"Edvard, you are a lucky b*stard."

And they'd bust a move.

You get that? "Bust a move".

It's a joke.

Wow. Is my Danish as scary

as whatever that just was?

Wow. See, I love that.

That's your happy smile.

As opposed to my unhappy smile?

No, as opposed to your trying smile,

your diplomatic smile, your

Is that supposed to be me?

Yeah.

Polite, authoritative,

a little flare of the nostrils.

Hmm

Well, it seems

you know me rather well.

Mm.

The florists are very pleased, and we

need your approval on a centrepiece.

Uhhow about tomorrow after

my biology class? Saythree o'clock?

Fine.

Now, the tailors are hoping for

a final fitting for your wedding dress.

Oh! Um I can't do it

tomorrow at 9:00, though.

I've got Applied Anatomy.

We're dissecting a gall bladder.

Lovely.

Yes, Soren?

Queen Rosalind. Miss Paige.

I'm sorry to interrupt you,

but Prince Albert of Norway

is in the library.

In our library? Albert, now?

Yes, Your Majesty.

He came unannounced but says he has

urgent business to discuss with you.

His Royal Highness and Edvard

are on their way there.

Thank you, Soren.

I will join them in the library.

Albert and Haarald

went to school together.

He's a friend of yours?

Hardly. Albert's always been

jealous of our family.

Then why is he here now?

'Urgent business' usually means

he's here to borrow money.

Albert.

Your Majesty.

Lovely, as always.

Haarald.

Albert.

You remember Edvard, of course.

Of course. I remember when

you were learning to play chess.

How you hated to lose your queen.

And now you're king.

Funny how that happens, isn't it?

Yes.

Umright.

Enough of the small talk. How much

do you need this time, Albert?

Haarald, you hurt my feelings.

I'm not here for money.

"With law shall the land be built."

This is an original copy

of the Jutland Code,

first proclaimed in the town

of Vordingborg in 1241 AD,

and one of the most

significant doctrines

We're familiar with the

doctrine, Albert.

What is the meaning

of bringing it here?

"Where a son succeeds

the throne unwedded,

"he must marry a

woman of noble descent

"and ensure the monarchy.

"Whereupon such a woman does

exist, he shall agree to marry her,

"otherwise surrender

his position as king."

Is this some sort of joke?

No joke.

As it happens, my

daughter, Princess Kirsten,

happens to be such a

woman of noble birth

that this succession law applies to.

Your law is from the Middle Ages.

It's as archaic as chastity belts.

It's never been

contested or rewritten.

Therefore, according to Danish

constitution, it stands.

Edvard, why don't you

join Paige in my quarters,

and your father and I will

speak to Albert alone.

This is absurd.

Oomph! Sorry, sir.

Didn't hear you coming.

You should, uh, work on

your eavesdropping skills, Soren.

Yes, sir. Excuse me, sir.

Mm-hm?

Would you like me

to work on them now?

Splendid idea.

Thank you, sir.

Eddie, are you sure

we shouldn't be worried?

Absolutely not.

Listen, in Norway, the tabloids

affectionately refer to Albert

as 'The Royal Pain', and trust me,

the title's well-deserved.

And what about Kirsten?

How well do you know her?

She was my best friend

when we were young.

What's she like?

She's nice.

Mm.

Oh, you mean,

"What does she look like?"

Well, to be quite honest,

Kirsten was always

rotund.

Mm. You're not just saying that

to make me feel better?

No.

Paige, listen, in three weeks,

I'm going to marry

the most captivating, beautiful girl

from Wisconsin,

and no law, no bankrupt idiot

is gonna stop that

from happening, OK?

Come here.

Soren, this is for you.

Why, thank you, Miss Paige.

Soren, what's wrong?

What makes you think

there's something wrong, sir?

You're smiling.

Well, I've just

received a present.

You've had this odd expression

on your face ever since you arrived.

Has he not gone?

Actually, he has.

He went to the airport.

Oh, well, excellent.

What's the problem?

He went there

to pick up his daughter.

Princess Kirsten.

It just seems strange

that this obscure law

suddenly takes precedence.

In Denmark, we adhere to

the rule of law.

Mother, this is not a law.

It's a plot hatched by some dimwit.

Though this particular law

is antiquated,

I'm afraid it remains valid.

Every move we make

in the coming weeks

will be of great consequence

for us and for the state.

Our lawyers are

the finest in the world.

They will discover a solution.

The solution is I marry Paige.

Of course it is, Edvard.

And your father and I will do

everything in our power

to see that that happens.

Now, Albert has agreed

to keep it out of the press.

That will give us the time

to find a how do you say it?

a loophole in the law.

Sowhat do we do until then?

We continue to prepare

for the wedding.

As far as anyone else

is concerned,

Prince Albert of Norway is on

a goodwill visit with his daughter.

Does Kirsten even know that

her father is plotting this scheme?

'Cause if she did,

I don't think she'd go along with this.

Edvard, Paige, as king and queen,

you will find many will love you,

but some will seek to destroy you.

No matter the crisis, we must at all times

do what is right for the people.

Kirsten's arrived.

Oh, thank you so much

for doing that.

Eddie, where I come from,

that is not rotund.

Edvard!

Kirsten, I didn't recognise you.

Well, it has been nine years. Mwah!

How are you?

I'm very well.

Umthis is Paige Morgan,

my fiance. This

Paige. Mwah.

I have been absolutely dying

to meet you

the American girl

who stole Denmark's heart.

Really, the pleasure is all mine.

Do get a move on, Kirsten.

They're showing us to our rooms,

and I'm hungry.

You can reminisce later.

Sorry.

Paige, let's get together later

and I will tell you

every embarrassing story about Edvard

he doesn't want you to know.

And you We've got

some catching up to do, haven't we?

Crash diet?

Mm.

Mm.

"The cutaneous nerve branches

to the lateral thoracic wall

"are derived from the?"

Intercostal nerves.

Very good.

I just don't understand why he

wanted to have dinner with her alone.

"During development, the limb bud

that forms the upper extremity

"rotates approximately 90 degrees

in what direction?"

Laterally.

He said she'd be more forthcoming

without me present.

Ah, yes. Yes.

True or false

all cervical vertebrae

have bifida spinous processes.

False. It would help if

she didn't look like a supermodel.

Perhaps we should move on

to your Danish lesson.

Sorry.

No need for apologies.

But if you don't mind

my saying, Miss Paige,

you have nothing to be jealous of.

I'm not jealous.

Who would be jealous of

a gorgeous blonde Norwegian princess?

Well, if my opinion is of

any consolation,

I think that, frankly

How do they say it in the States?

"Girl got nothin' on you."

Yo.

Edvard, look, I just want you to know

that I feel so embarrassed

by my father's behaviour.

Ah, well, he's, um

I mean, your poor fiance must think I'm

some evil witch trying to take her place.

No, not at all. Listen, I told her there's

no way you could've been involved in this.

So she doesn't hate me?

No! No. No, um

Do you know, actually, I think

you two would get on very well.

She seems like a great girl.

Yes, she is.

She'd have to be, wouldn't she,

to land a guy like you?

Well, that's very kind of you

to say so.

It's been a long time.

Mm. I know.

I was remembering one of the times

I came to spend the summer here.

I think I was about

eight years old.

Oh, God.

So you must've been, what?

Um, I was about

- 10?

- 10, yes.

I distinctly remember

going up to your bedroom

and asking if you

wanted to play.

And you turned around very

seriously and said to me,

"Kirsten, we're no longer

children, you know.

"You don't ask someone

if they want to play."

"You ask them

to do something."

Yes. Oh, God.

- You were such an obnoxious brat.

- Thank you.

Oh, but then again,

you were the only boy who didn't

make fun of me for being fat,

so for that, I'm very grateful.

Well, kids can be cruel.

I mean, let's face it,

you were a bit of a chubster.

Excuse me, but you were not

such a hottie in those days yourself.

Anyway, look, I'm here to help.

I hope you know that.

Yes, I do, and I thank you.

Umit's nice to

see you again, Kirsten.

- And you. Cheers.

- Cheers.

Hey, Mom. It's me.

I guess you're out starting your day.

I'm just about to go to bed,

but I just wanted to call

and tell you thatum

everything's great

and I can't wait for you to get here.

Kiss Dad for me.

Paige, I'm so glad

you agreed to talk to me.

My father's acting like

a complete fool.

I'm so sorry he's causing such drama

just weeks before your wedding.

- Can I ask you something?

- Anything.

Why is your father even doing this

if it isn't something that you want?

Because it's not

about what I want.

It's about him wanting to

live vicariously through me.

You know, being married to a

king, a title he'll never have

that kind of stuff.

Right.

Actually, my personal theory is

that he's having a midlife crisis.

My own father had one of those at 40.

He got an earring.

- Tragic.

- Mm.

Paige?

- Good morning.

- Oh, good morning.

Your Majesty.

What's so funny?

Oh, nothing.

We were just eating,

and I said something about toast

and she thought I said 'toes',

and I guess you had to be there.

Sounds hilarious.

Eddie, it was funny.

You know what? We should go.

Oh, uh, yeah.

UmI will be back in a little bit.

Are you two going somewhere?

Kirsten's going to show me some of

her favourite sights in Copenhagen.

Oh, you're going shopping.

See you later.

Leave some money in the Treasury!

You're so cute.

Look at you. Yeah.

Look at you!

Your outfit is so nice.

Maybe he's just having a bad day.

How much longer

is Kirsten in town for?

Dunno. Hopefully long enough

to stir things up.

This fairytale romance

is getting bloody boring.

I want the best lawyers

and judges in the country

working around the clock on this.

My colleagues and I are confident

we'll crack this case within a week.

Good. We must resolve this matter

quickly and quietly.

We've got a wedding to attend.

Hey, Paige.

Oh, hey.

- You off to the library?

- Yes. Where are you off to?

I'm going into town.

I need to pick something up.

But I'll meet you and Edvard

at the restaurant later.

- Great!

- Cool.

Oh, um, are you gonna stop

back by here to change?

Um, probably not.

This place is pretty casual.

Have a nice day.

Thanks. You too.

I thought this place was casual.

No, you look fine. Don't worry.

Greetings, lovebirds.

Paige, how is it that you manage to look

so smashing in everything you wear?

Kirsten, you changed.

Right. Yeah, I had to.

I met this dreamy

guy in Old Town,

but he managed to spill

his drink all over me.

Well, the rogues' gallery

here's already assembled.

Shall we wander up?

- Hi!

- Hello.

Hi!

- Oh, hi!

- Kirsten!

Hi, girls!

Naughty Kirsten. It's just like you.

Denmark

with no advanced price, yeah?

Gabi, how are you?

It's been so long!

- Mwah! You look delectable!

- Well, that's the point, isn't it?

But, really, Kirsten,

why all the hush-hush?

- Hi, Paige.

- Hi.

Edvard, I want you two-to-one

on the green this year.

- No, no time for polo, Vlad.

- You mean no time for fun.

Yes, hello?

I've just gotta take this.

- One sec.

- OK.

Paige, should we order you a beer?

I'lltry the wine.

Mm, practice makes perfect.

So, Carmilla, tell all.

Are you still with that guy?

What was his name?

The prince from Greece?

No, not that bronzed Adonis.

No. The norm.

Oh, the bartender. God, no.

That was just a fling.

I remember. Your parents

were beside themselves.

I dated a norm just before

Vlad and I began our current tryst.

You alley cat. I had no idea.

Wait, so both of you

dated a guy named Norm?

Oh, no, no. That's not the case.

'Norm' is just a nickname.

- Oh.

- Yeah, for a commoner.

You know, like the 'norm'.

Regular person.

I mean Tch.

That didn't come out right.

We're being idiots.

Paige, I'm so sorry.

I didn't mean to sound like a snob.

Gabi was just referring to

the whole culture clash thing.

You know, coming from

such different worlds.

Sometimes it can

really cause problems.

But you and Edvard

don't have anything to worry about.

His parents love you,

Denmark loves you, and so do we.

Oh, there's Edvard!

I propose a toast.

To Paige of Denmark.

- Ah, cheers.

- Cheers, everyone.

Cheers.

What did I miss?

Come in.

Wait! Wait, wait, wait, wait!

Kommer in.

Very good!

I was gonna say, "Come shopping,"

but I see you're studying, so

Mmm. Trying.

Hey, it's a difficult language.

Don't give up.

I just feel like I can understand

so much more than I can speak.

That's rubbish. The problem isn't you,

it's what they're teaching you.

I mean

Trust me.

I speak seven languages.

The only way to learn is to

completely immerse yourself in it.

Believe me, I've picked up more French

living in St Tropez for five months

than I did studying it

for five years.

What else did you pick up

in St TropeZ?

Wouldn't you like to know?

No, seriously, I can help.

We just need to start talking.

Well, that'll be

a short conversation.

So, my dear Paige,

how is your Danish coming along?

Oh, she's doing terribly well.

I've been helping her with her lessons.

That's very kind of you, Kirsten.

Yes, see, Paige is dedicated

to learning Danish quickly.

So, Paige, tell us

some interesting news.

OK, um, let's see.

Well, it is a tricky

language, our Danish.

Why don't we retire to

the dining room for dessert?

Splendid idea.

Did I do something wrong?

Um, well, you called my mother

a donkey.

Uh, a green donkey, in fact.

No!

I said she had a green thumb

and that she waves her hand

and flowers grow.

You know, because of her orchids.

I don't even know the word for 'donkey'.

Oh, you do. You do.

Um But you know what?

It's great pronunciation.

Good morning, Copenhagen.

Here's the latest

from the States.

The hot new single

from The Drop.

Rise and shine!

I'm not worried

- I love this song!

Here it comes

I'm not worried

It's just a shame I can't dance.

Anyway, I have

a little surprise for you.

A little goodie.

Oh, wow.

Wow, it's thethe dress

I tried on in the store.

I could see how much

you liked it, so I couldn't resist.

I can wear it to the shower today.

Hey, that's a great idea.

Thank you, Kirsten.

Wow, that was nice.

It was my pleasure.

At last, our guest of honour.

Birgitta, it looks beautiful.

A beautiful luncheon

for a beautiful bride.

I really appreciate your doing this.

Not at all.

And you look marvellous.

What a lovely outfit.

Mmm, thank you.

Paige, are you alright?

Yeah, I'm alright.

Just a little itch.

Well, come.

- What beautiful sculptures.

- Thank you.

They're Bernini, 17th-century.

We just got them at Sotheby's.

Aren't they fabulous?

Lovely.

Do you feel itchy?

Itchy?

Yeah.

No.

I thought maybe there was

something in the air.

- Ah. Afternoon, ladies.

- Edvard, perfect timing.

- Paige is just about to open gifts.

- Perhaps I should come back tomorrow.

OK, I will go ahead

and start with this one.

It's from Vivian.

- Paige.

- Oh, sorry.

OK.

Ooh.

- Nice.

- Ohh.

- Paige, what are you doing?

- I don't know.

I'm just so itchy.

Well, I am gonna open that one.

Let's see, we've got a card here.

Paige, we've got a card.

"Paige and Edvard,

"To a life

"to a life filled with love, life

love and happiness, from Greta."

Greta, thank you.

Yes, well

Let's see what's in here.

- Oh, tongs.

- Ohh.

- Tongs, Paige.

- Mmm, nice.

We were just

We were just talking about tongs

yesterday and how much we need them.

Mmm, yes.

Let's open the other one, this one.

Oop.

Heavy prezzie.

Look at this.

- Ohh.

- Ooh.

Oooh.

Ooh! Ooh!

Oh, I'm so sorry.

I'm so sorry.

Excuse me.

I'm sorry. I'm sorry.

Yes.

Did you see?

I think she was

taken with the tongs.

Paige?

Whatwhat just happened there?

You alright?

Yeah, yeah, I'm fine.

No. I don't know. I ju

I'm so embarrassed. It feels like

there's ants crawling all over my body.

You probably just had a reaction

to something. Calm down.

Paige, are you OK?

Is there anything I can do to help?

No. I think you've

done enough, Kirsten.

Um Just

Paige, wait.

So you think Kirsten had

something to do with it?

I just feel like the more

Kirsten acts like my friend

the more things

happen to go wrong.

Look

you are under a lot

of pressure right now.

You've got Kirsten and

her family staying here

er, Albert,

who doesn't seem to like you.

You have your studies.

But I think you're confusing

father and daughter

and, quite frankly,

acting a bit paranoid.

I know Kirsten.

She would never do the things

you're accusing her of doing.

Come on,

just go and talk to her.

You two can work this out.

For me?

For me?

Come on.

Kirsten.

Kirsten?

There you are.

I've been looking for you.

Wow, Kirsten.

You scared me.

Paige,

what are you doing in my room?

Well, I was coming by to apologise.

But then I found this.

You almost had me.

I don't know what

you're talking about.

Oh, come on, Kirsten,

I know what this is.

Urushiol resin is what

they find in poison ivy

that causes an allergic

reaction in the skin.

I'm just a guest here, Paige.

That could very easily belong to

the person who stayed

in this room before me.

Right, so the Duke of Windsor

is out there somewhere

missing his after-shower

itching powder.

May I see?

Mmm.

Hmm.

You know, I knew that

powder was going to work,

but I didn't realise it was

going to work quite so well.

I mean,

the Bernini statue into the cake?

Paige, that was priceless.

I can't believe I

actually envied you.

Oh, don't feel bad.

It's only natural that you would.

I mean, you're a sweet girl,

Paige, but let's face it,

you're a little out

of your league here.

It's not your fault. You got swept

up in a fairytale. I understand.

You see, the problem is,

Eddie was never meant to marry

someone who was born to milk cows.

Edvard and I are getting

married in a week.

Don't you know to give up

when the game is already lost?

There is no game, Paige.

There are only royals and norms.

And I'm afraid they just

don't go together

no matter how hard they might try.

Does Edvard know you feel this way?

He might find it very interesting.

Oh, go ahead.

Tell Edvard anything you like.

Please. I dare you.

Eddie and I have known each other

all our lives.

It will just end up an ugly little case

of my word against yours.

So, by all means,

make more trouble for yourself,

give Eddie yet another reason

to feel that marrying you

is just one big mistake.

Hello.

Ah.

So, have you two sorted things out?

We're fine. It was just

a little misunderstanding.

Good.

'Cause the last thing I need right now

is my oldest, dearest friend

and my fiance

at odds with one another.

I'll be downstairs.

I wanted to tell him,

but I just couldn't.

I mean, he seemed so relieved

that everything was OK.

So what? Are you afraid

you're going to disappoint him?

Afraid? No. I just I mean,

what difference is it gonna make?

It's not gonna change the law.

It's not gonna help find a loophole.

It's only gonna put

more pressure on Eddie.

I'm just gonna have to

deal with this on my own.

Well, what are you going to do?

Beat her at her own game.

Ladies and gentlemen.

May we have your attention, please?

King Edvard.

Thank you.

Thank you.

It's an honour for me

to be here today.

And I would especially like to thank

the Copenhagen Historical Society

for making this event possible.

For decades,

this ship proudly served

our nation's greatest industry,

and today we're here to celebrate

the commencement of the restoration

of 'King Clupea'.

That's your diplomatic smile.

I'm sorry Edvard couldn't stay

for lunch, Mr Christianson.

Oh, I fully understand.

Thank you so much for including

my father and me in the celebration.

Oh, we are honoured

to have you here, Princess Kirsten.

Thank you.

I love the name of the ship.

Isn't 'clupea' the scientific name

for 'herring'?

Why, yes, it is, Miss Paige.

Most people don't know that.

I was reading the other day

about how Margrethe I of Denmark

had to battle Norway

for Scandinavian supremacy.

She ran naval gauntlets

to keep the city supplied with food.

She wouldn't have had to go

to such extremes, of course,

if she'd had the support

of local fishermen.

Actually, Kirsten,

I believe you're mistaken.

Margrethe was revered

by the local fishermen.

They felt she was the only one

who could identify with their needs.

Or perhaps it was because

she was a true royal

and the commoners knew

she was qualified to lead them.

In any case,

she issued a royal warrant,

giving the Norwegians

one week to vacate Denmark.

Indeed she did.

Miss Paige, I must say, I'm impressed

with your breadth of knowledge.

You have truly embraced Denmark

as your country.

So, shall we start?

Absolutely. This looks fabulous.

Paige, I imagine you're excited

to dine on the national delicacy.

Lumpfish caviar.

Oh, lumpfish? Mmm.

Madam, you may want to eat the caviar

not with the silver fork

but with the caviar spoon,

to prevent the metal

from ruining the taste.

Oh.

We're having caviar again

tonight, Paige.

Don't forget your fork.

We all extend out heartfelt thanks

to Crown Queen Paige

for her generous sponsorship

of today's great masters charity event.

Crown Queen Paige.

Thank you, Mrs Lorenseon.

You, my friends, are gathered here today

to support a cause

that is near and dear to my heart,

to all our hearts.

The donations made today

will provide medicine

to the world's neediest.

And now I would like

to introduce, from Rome,

piano maestro Mikhail Elestroni,

who has agreed to entertain us today

with excerpts from 'The Magic Flute'.

Maestro Elestroni.

It's an honour.

Mother!

Help.

Is there a doctor in the house?

Help! Is there a doctor around?

Scusa.

She's my mother. Her name is Benta.

She gasped and passed out.

- Has this happened before?

- No.

Any conditions? Diseases?

Asthma? Epilepsy?

Benta?

Benta, can you hear me?

Benta, wake up.

- Oh, there you go.

- Oh, she's coming to.

Benta, you passed out.

Everything's fine.

Are you OK?

Oh, I think so.

Try to sit up.

Your chest wall's constrained.

It appears to be a fainting spell.

Yes, the singing

was too much for her.

Ah, ladies. Right, here we go.

One for you.

Thank you.

One for you.

Thank you very much.

And one for me. Thank you.

- Cheers.

- Cheers.

Listen, duty calls. One sec.

Maybe they can play 'Madame Butterfly'

and you can sing.

Or maybe they can fiddle

'Some Day My Prince Will Come'

and you can dream on.

Ladies and gentlemen.

Ladies and gentlemen,

can I have your attention, please?

I'd like to invite King

Edvard and Crown Queen Paige

onto the dance floor to

lead us in a Snurrebocken.

Actually, I would like to give

my dance to Princess Kirsten,

as I am confident she does

a finer Snurrebocken than I.

That's charming.

No, no, no, Paige.

No, really, really. I insist.

Go on.

I love to watch you dance.

You ready?

Oh!

I'm so sorry.

OK, OK. I'm OK.

Are you alright?

OK.

Five, six, seven, eight.

You alright?

Oh, dear.

Should I

Is she alright?

I think so.

Alright, it's fine. Right.

How'd you get so good at this?

It's the polka, only fancier.

- Ah.

- The Snurrebocken.

Tonight was a disaster!

How dare that little wannabe

try and make a fool out of me?

Well, Kirsten, I let you

do it your way.

Now I'm out of patience! And funds.

This little charade is over.

You wanted to see me?

It's all over the papers!

Oh, dear.

Mmm.

How did this happen?

That's what we'd like to know.

Well, you don't think it was me?

Why would I risk alienating

the entire country of Denmark

just days before the wedding?

This is a delicate matter,

and I gave you my word.

I'm a man of my word.

It's time we turned the crude instrument

of the media to our own advantage.

A press conference? When?

Tomorrow at 2:30.

I've got a class at 1:00.

Paige, look, this is

really, really important.

I guess I could leave early.

Are you sure?

Yeah, shouldn't be a problem.

OK. Well, look, I'll getI'll get

Soren to pick you up at 2:00.

OK? Got that? 2:00.

Thank you.

But, of course, we must remember

when comparing

one antibody to another,

that these amino acid sequences

are quite distinct.

sh**t. I'm late.

I gotta go.

Let's turn to a related problem.

Andthat's toxicity

in blood transfusions.

I know. I know.

She'll be here any moment.

What's going on?

It's an accident, I believe.

We can't wait any longer.

Finally.

King Edvard,

can you tell us your reaction

when you first heard about

the succession rule?

Er, well, disappointment at first

and surprise.

But we need to have the flexibility to

re-examine archaic rules of this nature.

Your Majesty, is it meaningful that

Miss Paige is not here with you today?

She

I'm here.

Sorry I'm late.

Miss Paige.

Just one question at a

time, please.

Miss Paige, do you intend to

go ahead with the marriage?

Of course. The succession law does

not change my feelings for Edvard.

Are you concerned about the reaction

of the Danish people to the news?

Well, I've come to believe that

the Danish people are among

the most kind and forward-thinking

people on this planet.

I trust their reaction will be

supportive and understanding.

King Edvard, would you be willing to

abdicate the throne to marry Paige?

Um, sir,

that is a thoughtless question.

But, Your Majesty,

if no legal solution can be found,

would you relinquish the monarchy

in order to marry Paige Morgan?

Um

Sir, once again,

I'm confident that will not happen.

Miss Paige, would you ask King

Edvard to abandon the crown

in order to marry you?

Sheshe

Er

In my country,

we aren't bound by such unusual customs.

We're free to marry

whomever we love.

Crown Queen Paige, do you not

consider Denmark to be your country?

But this is not at

all what I meant.

My dear Paige,

there's certain things

that the Danish people

take very seriously.

Pride in their monarchy

is one of them.

But I love Denmark

and I love all of you.

This was taken completely

out of context.

The press does not know

the meaning of context.

They care about one thing

selling papers.

You should know that by now.

Well

They're very sensitive,

aren't they?

Mmm.

I found that low light helps.

I give mine 12 hours a day.

Ah, I'll have to try that.

And these phalaenopses

are just gorgeous.

You really do have

a way with flowers.

Thank you.

It's a personal hobby.

Paige.

I've been

looking for you everywhere.

Actually, I was looking for you too.

Hey.

Hey.

You OK?

Yeah, fine.

I wanted to talk to you

about tonight.

Yes. Precisely what I wanted

to talk to you about.

Look, I've got a meeting at 6:00,

and then after, I thought you and I

could go for a meal somewhere,

just the two of us.

I was gonna ask you

if maybe we could eat early

because I have a study group

and it's probably gonna go late.

Right. OK.

It's just that exams are, you know

Yes, yes, I know, in two weeks.

Um

OK, look, I could reschedule

and then

Well, no, I wouldn't want you to do that.

It's too important to

Um No, you're right. OK.

Well, Eddie, if you'd prefer

No, no, it's fine. It's fine.

Are you sure?

Yes.

Yes, it's fine.

'Bye, Paige.

'Bye, Paige.

Don't forget this.

You're gonna want that.

'Bye.

'Bye, guys. Thank you.

So, how do you feel?

Well, I feel a little shaky

on immunoglobulins,

but other than that

No, I'm not talking

about the exam, Paige.

I'm talking about the tabloids

and the stuff with Kirsten.

I don't know, I just

I mean, I want nothing more in the world

than to marry Edvard.

But all this stuff with Kirsten

Hey

and the tabloids

It's gonna be alright.

Oh, are you sure?

Paige, you are an amazing girl,

and you are going to make

an incredible doctor.

But will I make a good queen?

Yes.

Denmark is lucky to have you.

Thank you, Jake.

I appreciate your dishonesty.

It's the truth.

Come here.

Gotcha.

I thought you went there to study.

I did. We were.

Eddie, this is ridiculous.

Is it?

I mean, you

You two look awfully comfortable.

Jake is my friend.

After everyone left, we were talking.

I was telling him about

everything we'd been through,

everything we had to deal with,

and

So he hugged me.

That was it.

I see.

What? What?

Nothing.

Eddie, come on.

You don't actually think that

After everything I've been through.

I'm so tired of having to defend myself

against these stupid tabloids.

Well, the point is,

you shouldn't have to.

Exactly.

No, you're not hearing me.

You shouldn't even allow yourself

to be put in any situation

remotely compromising.

It's time you start

acting less like, um

Like a what?

And what exactly

have you been through?

Like a what, Eddie?

Like a norm?

Paige, for better or for worse,

things are done differently

around here.

I know.

And when you allow your actions

to be misinterpreted in any way at all,

you affect much more

than yourself.

Like you, right?

Right. I didn't say that,

but, yes, like me.

Likemy family.

Like the entire monarchy.

Do you know the risk

I've taken with you?

I mean, do you think

Do you think this has been

easy on me?

Easy on you?

Maybe Kirsten's right.

Right about what?

Oh, come on, Eddie.

I may not think like a royal,

but I'm far from stupid.

And contrary to what you may think,

I am not paranoid.

Well, what are you

talking about? What?

Whether you choose

to see it or not,

Kirsten has been trying to come between

us from the moment she arrived.

And the funny thing is,

I'm starting to think she's right.

Maybe she does belong here

more than I do.

No, Paige, look,

I don't feel that way.

I don't feel that way about her.

Maybe you don't think you do,

but inside, you can feel

something's wrong.

Kirsten coming,

the loophole, the tabloids.

Maybe it's all just a sign.

Paige Don't Paige

No.

When that reporter asked you how

you felt about abdicating the throne,

your only answer was

that it wouldn't come to that.

But what if it does?

Are you really prepared

to give this all up?

W

I suddenly feel

very embarrassed.

Paige, listen

You know, I

I started to believe

in fairytales.

What are you doing?

I'm sorry, Eddie.

Yes?

Hi.

May I come in?

Edvard, I heard what happened,

and I'm so sorry.

I know how hard

this must be for you.

I just somehow feel

it's all my fault.

Yes, well,

blaming yourself won't help.

I know, and I'm sorry.

I don't mean to make this about me.

I just feel bad.

You know, I was thinking that, um

that maybe this was impossible

from the start.

Well, our world is so very different

from most people's.

Yeah. Yeah.

You know, Edvard,

we've known each other all our lives.

I never would have predicted

we'd be in this situation.

I honestly thought

my father was crazy.

But the truth is, the more I'm here,

the more it makes me wonder.

Wonder what?

Eddie

maybe no-one's found a loophole

because a loophole

isn't meant to be found.

You have to marry

before your 23rd birthday,

which is only three days

after your wedding day

the day that you're bound

by Danish law

to take a Scandinavian princess

as your bride.

Maybe that's no coincidence.

Maybe that's fate

bringing us together.

Good God.

Miss Paige, this is silly.

I think you should

come back to the palace.

- I can't.

- Why not?

You know

the answer to that, Soren.

Besides, I'm only here

until exams are over,

and then, I guess,

back to the States.

Miss Paige.

You know, in my youth,

I was a footballer.

Excuse me, a soccer player.

In one of the best

junior leagues in Denmark.

It may be hard to believe looking

at me now, but I was rather good,

one of the top players

in the country for my age, actually.

The year I turned 16,

I played in a championship game

that drew scouts from all over Europe.

Suddenly, there were expectations

and pressures I never knew existed.

In any event, I spent the whole game

trying to impress the scouts,

and in doing so,

I ended up trying too hard.

As a result, I played

the worst game of my life.

You see, Miss Paige, I had forgotten

why I was there in the first place.

Why were you there?

Because I loved the game.

Always did.

Goodbye, Miss Paige.

'Bye, Soren.

I'm sorry, Edvard.

I know how difficult

this must be for you.

But we must

protect the monarchy.

So

So, what are you saying?

Are you saying that

I should marry Kirsten?

I'm saying that sometimes we have

to do what's best for the people,

not what's best for ourselves.

Hey, Mom.

I'm OK.

Um, I'm calling to tell you, um

Well, it's about the wedding.

Um

Do you think it's too late

for you to get a refund

for your plane ticket?

Soren, I've made a decision.

I don't suppose

it involves slowing down?

Well, speed helps me think.

You know that.

Have you tried meditation?

Same clarity,

less potential loss of life.

I've decided to go through

with the marriage.

To Princess Kirsten?

I've given a lot of thought

to what she said about fate,

and I think she's onto something.

But, sir

No. No 'buts'.

I'm king. It's about time

I start acting like it.

Why am I here

Lying wide awake

Sleeping soundly

As the earth shakes?

I can foresee

The way you'll make me feel

After the fact

Before you can believe

Slow down

Roadblocks

Now you can't stop

Can't stop

Slow down

Roadblocks.

He doesn't love her.

What?

The way he's looking at her. It's his

diplomatic smile. It's not his smile-smile.

Look.

It's OK. I take your word for it.

I have to find the loophole,

but I don't know where to look.

I might.

What?

Where?

The repository of ancient documents.

Which is?

Which is housed right here

on campus, in the law building.

Hurry, Jake!

The wedding is tomorrow!

Paige, wait. We need help!

Now, look, my law school friends

are a little weird,

but the thing is, nobody cares

about these books except for them.

Where is the repository? Up here?

You're standing on it.

It's in the catacombs.

How far is it?

Not too far, I hope.

Wow!

We are close now.

Jake, what time is it?

Um, nearly 8:00.

We've got 14 hours

to find that loophole.

And 14,000 books

to look through.

Oh, and I thought

organic chemistry was hard.

Well, don't worry.

Erik will tell us what to look for.

I'll write the words for you.

It's morning here in Denmark

as we report live

from Copenhagen's Grand Cathedral.

An estimated 50,000 will line the streets

this afternoon at one o'clock

to witness the royal wedding cortege

of King Edvard and Princess Kirsten.

Jakewe're never gonna find it.

Yes, we will. We've got two hours.

Erik, I think

I might have something.

Look.

Don't give up.

Can you bring my car

around immediately? Thank you.

Edvard. Edvard!

Where are you going?

I've got no choice.

That's the King!

Paige?

Paige?

Eddie!

Paige

there's so much

I need to say to you.

I know I upset you when I said

being with you was a risk,

but the truth is,

nothing is really worthwhile in life

unless you do take a risk.

That's why I took the risk with

continuing the wedding with Kirsten.

I thought it would provide me

with the cover I need

to find a loophole in the law,

but, unfortunately, we

we failed.

Eddie, I

So if this means that I have to

give up the throne, then

so be it.

I love you, Paige Morgan.

I love you, and I cannot

spend my life without you.

I'm sorry, Eddie.

I can't let you give up the throne.

Which is why you'll need this.

You found it!

Yep the loophole.

How on earth did you

Ohh! I love you!

Whoo!

Hold on.

We've got to go.

We've got to go.

Thank you. Thank you.

Soren, I need your help.

Yes, sir.

Very good, sir.

OK, OK. Come on, come on.

We are so excited.

Their Majesties Rosalind and Haarald

are arriving at the Grand Cathedral

for the royal wedding

of King Edvard and Princess Kirsten.

You look absolutely lovely,

Miss Kirsten,

but just a little tense.

Have some tea.

Uh, no. I don't want tea.

It'll help with your nerves.

I'm not nervous.

Just a sip.

I don't

Look what you've done!

I am in great distress, madam.

Allow me to help you clear that up.

No, you're making it worse!

Stop it, you idiot!

Oh!

Well, don't just stand there.

Do something!

Hold on. You have to recite

the entire constitution?

I don't have to memorise it.

I just have to read it,

before parliament, in Danish.

Oh. Here.

You'd better get started.

Excuse me, Soren!

I'm sorry, sir. Miss Kirsten asked

not to be disturbed.

Is something wrong?

No, no, she's perfectly fine.

She just wanted some time alone.

Ohh.

You know how young ladies are

in these situations.

In fact, she wanted me to tell you

to meet her at the church.

She wants it to be a surprise.

I believe there's

free food in the limo.

Well

Tell her to hurry up, would you?

This is impossible.

You'll be fine. You can do this, OK?

Ooh.

My word, there's a

It's King Edvard. And

Ladies and gentlemen,

this is a new development.

It's Paige Morgan. Paige Morgan

is entering the cathedral.

Mother.

Soren told me everything.

Oh, thank you.

Come, my dear Paige.

We have precisely 10 minutes

to turn you into a queen.

Come on, everyone.

Let's give the princess some privacy.

Oh, wait! I'm ready to go now.

Yes, Miss Kirsten.

I'll be back in a jiffy.

Karl.

They're asking for you

in the stables.

I think it's some kind of emergency.

You'd better go.

Thank you, sir.

Giddy-up!

What?! That's my carriage!

Come on! Come on.

Oh!

Daddy!

Come on. Hyah!

The royal coach

is finally approaching the cathedral

Stop!

Could it be

that Princess Kirsten is

No, wait. The coach is empty.

Where on earth

could Princess Kirsten be?

Ow.

Ah, Soren.

Where's Kirsten?

Uh, Miss Kirsten will be

along in a minute.

In a minute? But that's

Oh, dear.

What?

You have a smudge.

Where?

Here, on the back of your jacket.

It looks like liverwurst.

Liverwurst?!

You're rubbing it in, sir.

May I suggest the men's room?

Good idea.

Water should do the trick.

Let me know the moment

that Kirsten arrives.

Yes, sir.

Everything sorted?

Yes, sir.

Ladies and gentlemen,

may I have your attention?

There's been a change of plan.

You can't do this!

What's she doing here?

As I was saying,

there's been a change of plan.

The law says

The law?

The law,

according to the first

Danish constitution,

was written

in Vordingborg in 1282.

This is 41 years after

the Jutland Code was created there,

making it more current and binding.

It states that, "As long as a

prospective heir of common descent

"can demonstrate knowledge

of the Danish constitution

"in Danish

"before parliament,

"the succession law

is null and void."

Hello!

Since we have the parliament

here today for the wedding,

there's no better time

for Paige to perform the task.

Ooh!

"The constitution applies to all parts

of the Kingdom of Denmark."

No, go.

That was good.

"The form of government shall be

that of a constitutional monarchy."

Where are all the cars?

Why won't anybody talk to me?!

Get me to the church!

Get me to the church! Come on!

"And if the bill receives

the royal assent,

"it shall form an integral part

of the constitutional act."

Well done.

Let the ceremony begin.

Go on! Get!

I'm the Queen!

When I say "Move," move.

Whoa!

Mom? Dad?

What's going on?

Why is she waiting?

They're here.

A man named Soren called.

Oh, honey,

you look so beautiful.

Ancestor to ancestor,

dynasty to dynasty,

for 5,000 years,

the crown has been the birthright

of the king and queen of Denmark,

but today's ceremony marks a new era

in the tradition of succession.

The path here has been rocky

and fraught with uncertainty.

Yet bravery has yielded joy,

and as our king

has opened his heart,

so does a nation.

By your solemn vow, King Edvard,

do you grant unto Crown Queen Paige

your whole heart

and your everlasting love

till death shall finally part you?

I do.

By your solemn vow,

Crown Queen Paige,

do you grant unto King Edvard

your whole heart

and your everlasting love

until death shall finally part you?

I do.

Then by this right,

before God and Denmark,

I declare you to be

husband and wife,

king and queen.

You may now seal this eternal bond

with a kiss.

Stop them! Stop them!

This is my wedding!

That girl isn't fit to be queen!

Kirsten.

Just look at her.

Kirsten.

I'm the one!

Kirsten! Kirsten!

I'm royalty! I'm royalty!

Daddy, I've got to marry.

I love you! Edvard!

I love you!

- Long live the King!

- Long live the King!

There they are!

You know, this may not be

a fairytale, but it's bloody close.

La, la, la, la

La, la, la, la, la, la, la

BUt here I am

Waiting in the middle

Feels like you've been blinded

Can't get your attention

And that's when I often wonder

Why You and I go over, Under

When all we really wanna do

is Just get it right

And make it through

Over me

Under You

We play this game

In a house of mirrors

I Can't seem to reach you

Then there you are

If only for a minute

BUt somehow I lose you

Do you even see me?

And that's when I often wonder

Why You and I go over, Under

BUt never in a straight line

And never at the same time

When all we really wanna do

is Just get it right

And make it through

Over me

Under You

You're Upside down

I'm right-side Up

What does it mean?

Why Can't we find each other

Somewhere in between?

That's when I often wonder

Why You and I go over, Under

BUt never in a straight line

And never at the same time

When all we really wanna do

is Just get it right

And make it through

Over me

Under You

La, la, la, la

La, la, la, la, la

Over me

La, la, la, la

La, la, la, la, la

Under You.