The Many Faces of Marie

“The Many Faces of Marie” explores hidden emotions that defy full expression. The character of Marie Antoinette is particularly fitting, as her hair turned white overnight due to stress when she was sentenced to death, a condition known as the Marie-Antoinette syndrome. White and red play significant roles in the story, with the use of apples as props.

Given the virginal connotation of white, the symbolism of red apples reflects the inner turmoil that the character experiences but cannot fully express. Her choice of the white apple hints at an expected sensuality that may not exist, shedding light on the lesser-known subject of asexuality.

The series invites viewers to contemplate the duality within each person, symbolised by the multiple faces of Marie. Her silent inner self, hinted at but never fully revealed, underscores the complex layers of the human psyche, and the roles we are expected to play in our lives.