The Rose of Versailles: Fersen and Marie-Antoinette
The Rose of Versailles: Fersen and Marie-Antoinette

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The Rose of Versailles: Fersen and Marie-Antoinette

1989
Movie
141 min
Japanese

Takarazuka Revue's Star Troupe's 1998 adaptation of The Rose of Versailles by Ikeda Riyoko

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Tadao TomiokaGenres: Animation, Drama, History, Romance

Plot Summary

This animated OVA serves as a sequel to the beloved anime series "The Rose of Versailles," focusing on the tragic love story between Swedish count Axel von Fersen and the Queen of France, Marie-Antoinette. It delves into their clandestine relationship amidst the backdrop of the French Revolution, exploring their enduring affection as their world crumbles around them.

Critical Reception

As a direct continuation of the popular anime, "The Rose of Versailles: Fersen and Marie-Antoinette" was primarily seen by fans as a satisfying, albeit melancholic, conclusion to the narrative threads of the original series. While not as widely reviewed as the original series due to its OVA format, it was generally appreciated for its emotional depth and faithfulness to the source material's romantic tragedies.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its poignant depiction of forbidden love against a historical backdrop.

  • Appreciated by fans for providing closure to the Fersen and Marie-Antoinette storyline.

  • Noted for its beautiful animation and emotional resonance, consistent with the original series.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this OVA is not readily available. However, fan communities often express appreciation for its romantic themes and historical context.

Fun Fact

The OVA was released several years after the original anime series concluded, serving as a direct epilogue that further explores the fate of Fersen and Marie-Antoinette, characters who were central to the original narrative.

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