Ultimately, The Rose of Versailles (2025) is a beautifully crafted animated film that celebrates the enduring legacy of a classic manga. It is lavish and lovingly produced, but also deeply self-referential and selective—perhaps too much so for uninitiated audiences. For longtime fans, it offers a striking homage; for newcomers, it is best approached not as a complete narrative, but as a lush gateway into a deeper story. For a fuller appreciation of its characters and themes the manga and classic anime remain essential.
Author: Majkol Robuschi