Anime Princess Sarah (1985)

[MrSatan]

Hello everyone ! I wanted to talk about the anime Princess Sarah who became cult in France after the diffusion in 80's and 90's.
What's your opinion about this?
I think personally this is an excellent anime who overall respects the Burnett's book. The relation between Sarah and Becky is wonderful in this anime, like two sisters who help each other.

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If you are curious, I recommend you to watch this very good anime. Be careful, you may cry during some episodes.
Episode 1 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMEXfGEHIVE

[Rhons]

I was considering watching this anime during mid-July and even gave the first episode a shot. I did not return to viewing it due to a simply different atmosphere present (ALLP gives a soothing, elegant feel whilst Princess Sarah legitimately felt like a storybook, which is neutral). Plus, from what I have heard, very little is done with the 'minor' characters (Jessie, Lavinia, Mariette).

But I do know the Sara and Becky relationship has always been at least Romantic Two-Girl Friendship level in all adaptations, even in the anime.

[Abelardo]

I recommend you the 1986 english TV series one:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrB3Q3yNPn4

=)

[kandiiyuutaamu]

Originally posted by Rhons:

I was considering watching this anime during mid-July and even gave the first episode a shot. I did not return to viewing it due to a simply different atmosphere present (ALLP gives a soothing, elegant feel whilst Princess Sarah legitimately felt like a storybook, which is neutral). Plus, from what I have heard, very little is done with the 'minor' characters (Jessie, Lavinia, Mariette).

But I do know the Sara and Becky relationship has always been at least Romantic Two-Girl Friendship level in all adaptations, even in the anime.

Well you can-t expect the anime version to be the same the visual novel as 1) the anime verison came out first a while back and 2) the vn version is an inspiration and loosely based on the original.

[RainbowMilk1996]

I actually used to watch this anime. Licca Fansubs did all the episodes. I actually took a break halfway through just because it was so emotional. It does do a good job of developing other characters as well.

[firechick25]

Oh my goodness! I've actually seen the entire anime! I love it. I consider it one of my favorite adaptations of the book, along with Lily Princess and the 1986 British mini series.

[Abelardo]

Originally posted by firechick25:

and the 1986 British mini series.

Speaking of that one as the video I posted was taken down....

Part I:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nz6R-hKfL9s

Part II:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfEkqcTG5RA

[Sojiro]

OH! I knew that story sounded somewhat familiar. I watched this anime (Princesse Sara) when I was a little kid. I remember it being good, full of feels, and a bit confusing. I might just have been too young back then.

Thanks for sharing this, I wouldn't have made the connection on my own (I haven't seen it in well over 20 years).

[Abelardo]

If you can get the book, it's a classic and I recommend it too. =)

[MrSatan]

Originally posted by Sojiro:

OH! I knew that story sounded somewhat familiar. I watched this anime (Princesse Sara) when I was a little kid. I remember it being good, full of feels, and a bit confusing. I might just have been too young back then.

Thanks for sharing this, I wouldn't have made the connection on my own (I haven't seen it in well over 20 years).

You're welcome ! In the anime Sara is more gentle and kinder. In the book, Sara has more pity than friendship for Becky, while in the anime, Sara has a deep affection for her, but also for Lottie and Ermengarde. Their relationship is very strong.

Also, Becky is more clever and her background is much more exploited in the anime. Becky didn't know to read and write in english when she met Sara. And a few months later, she is able to write a letter to Sara with few mistakes.

https://thelivelyqueen.wordpress.com/tag/princess-sara/

[Banake]

I'll give this a chance one day or another. ^^