y charismatic man to all those in France especially his comrades. Napoleon loved his son and wife very much and his longing for them and the sadness that hung over him was evident during the film. His wife and son were taken from him after his first abdication and he never saw them again.After 10 months in exile on Elba Island Napoleon returns with his men. This showed the determination he had to reclaim France and make what he envisaged for her reality. When Napoleon is reunited with his troops “Treason!” Is proclaimed and all guns are pointed toward Napoleon. Napoleon stood calmly and asked his troops “Regiment of the 5th, would you shoot your emperor?” There is a brief moment and then the guns are abandoned and the troops begin rejoicing Napoleon’s return. This shows the respect, admiration and loyalty Napoleon’s men felt towards him. Napoleon quickly seizes control of the French government and in doing so illustrates his strong will, determination, excellent administration skill and efficiency. When told he was breaking the law in assuming control of the country Bonaparte retorts with “He who saves a nation violates no law.” This illustrates his passion and conviction in what he believes and does.In the film Wellington says of Napoleon “by god that man does war honour.” Napoleon gained respect even from his biggest enemy, which makes Napoleon an exceptional, respected man. Napoleon was a military genius whose many successful exploits made him a worthy opponent.Before the Battle of Waterloo was to begin Napoleon asks a soldier if he would like his son to be there that day. The soldier replies; yes......to see you shire. Bonaparte retorts with; me? I am nothing. Bonaparte goes on to say he wouldn’t want his son there to witness the bloody battle that was to occur. This illustrates Napoleon’s almost regret of the bloody battle he knew was to come. ...
