The visual and symbolic elements of the episode, from the opulent settings of the Vatican to the more subdued tones of Ferrara, offer a glimpse into the lives of the elite during the Renaissance. The use of color, costume, and architecture serves to underscore the wealth and power of the Borgias, as well as the isolation and confinement experienced by those who dare to challenge their authority.
, begins to realize she is a political pawn, a "femme fatale" in the making whose life will be defined by intrigue and suspicious deaths Key Themes Manifestation in 1x03 Simony & Corruption borgia 1x03 full