Overview

• The Rose of Versailles, directed by Ai Yoshimura and produced by MAPPA, is now available globally on Netflix with both Japanese and English-dubbed versions.
• The film compresses the original manga’s sweeping narrative, spanning Marie Antoinette’s arrival in France to the storming of the Bastille, into a two-hour runtime.
• Critics praise the film’s lush animation and rococo-inspired visuals but note that its rapid pacing sacrifices character depth and emotional resonance.
• Musical sequences are used throughout the film to convey time and emotion, though some reviews suggest this approach detracts from character development.
• The adaptation remains faithful to the manga’s feminist and revolutionary themes, with creator Riyoko Ikeda commending the film’s respect for her original work.