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Versailles no Bara

Synopsis: Set against a tumultuous backdrop of popular uprisings and social inequalities, "Versailles no Bara" follows the young Marie Antoinette, sent from Austria to marry the French crown prince, Louis XVI. When she arrives in France, she finds an opulent palace full of intrigue and the expectations that her position imposes. Among the figures surrounding the court, Oscar François de Jarjayes stands out, a woman raised as a man to take command of the Royal Guard, who struggles against her own limitations and yearnings for freedom. Marie Antoinette's growing dissatisfaction with her life of excess and increasing social tensions lead Oscar into an internal conflict as she observes the suffering of the people in the streets, forcing her to reconsider her place and the meaning of duty.
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Information
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Anime Names
- Anime Name: Versailles no Bara
- Anime Name in Japanese: ベルサイユのばら
- Anime Name in English: The Rose of Versailles
- Other names: Berusaiyu no Bara
Production information
- Producers: Nippon Television Network
- Licensors: Nozomi Entertainment, Discotek Media
- Studios: Tokyo Movie Shinsha
Anime Information
- Type: 24 min. per ep.
- Episodes: 40
- Date: Oct 10, 1979 a Sep 3, 1980
- Genres: Drama romance
- Subjects: Historical, Military
- Target: Shoujo
Anime Reviews
- Rating: 8.34
- Popularity: 102,066
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Curiosities
Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Versailles no Bara":
- Versailles no Bara is often credited as one of the first anime to popularize the shoujo genre, which focuses on stories aimed at a young female audience.
- The story of the anime takes place in the historical context of the French Revolution, involving fictional and historical characters such as Marie Antoinette.
- The character designs and artistic style of Versailles no Bara were highly influential and impacted the aesthetics of the shoujo genre in the following decades.
- The anime is based on the manga by Riyoko Ikeda, which was first published in 1972 and is considered a classic of the shoujo genre.
- Oscar François de Jarjayes, one of the main characters, is a woman raised as a man by her father and serving in a leading position in the royal guard, ahead of her time in terms of exploring themes of gender and identity.
- The original anime series aired between 1979 and 1980, totaling 40 episodes.

Main Characters
Below is the main characters of: "Versailles no Bara"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character:
- of Jarjayes Oscar François: Protagonist, a woman raised as a man, serving in the royal guard.
- Grandier André: Friend and romantic interest of Oscar, loyal and devoted.
- Antoinette Marie: Queen of France, known for her luxurious lifestyle.
- Lamorlière Rosalie: Young friend of Oscar, has a mysterious past.
- von Fersen Hans Axel: Swedish aristocrat, lover of Marie Antoinette.
- Valois de la Motte Jeanne: Ambitious, attempts to ascend socially by manipulating the court.
- from Soisson Alain
- du Barry Jeanne Becu: Rival of Marie Antoinette, mistress of the king.
- Robespierre Maximilien: Influential revolutionary figure.
- of Polignac Charlotte
Summary and events
- Austrian princess Marie Antoinette is sent to France to marry Crown Prince Louis XVI, in a marriage arranged to strengthen the alliance between the two empires.
- Marie Antoinette is not happy with the fate imposed on her and finds it difficult to adapt to life at the French court.
- Oscar François de Jarjayes, raised as a boy due to his father's desire for an heir, is the commander of the Royal Guard and has the task of protecting Marie Antoinette.
- Oscar struggles with his role in society, wanting to live as a woman and questioning his male disguise, while facing the duality of his identity.
- Social tensions increase as inequality and the suffering of the poor become more evident, impacting Oscar and Marie Antoinette.
- Marie Antoinette, known for her extravagant spending, generates growing discontent among the French people, who are facing economic difficulties.
- Oscar, witnessing social injustices, begins to question his loyalty to the crown and finds himself torn between his duties and his conscience.
- The story unfolds in the midst of the imminent revolution, with internal and external conflicts that challenge the main characters and test their convictions.
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Meaning of Versailles no Bara
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ベルサイユのばら
- ベルサイユ - Versailles
- の - in
- ばら - pink
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