Anne Shirley Episode 5: Let us Look on the Bright Side of Things
Manga volume 19-22
Oshimeter
4 Ratings
EPISODE REVIEWS

This ep is a total rollercoaster of pride and the classroom dynamic is hitting perfectly. We finally get the emotional depth needed to see how deeply Gilbert’s "Carrots" comment actually cut, and Anne’s slate-smashing reaction is iconic.

Mathew is my favourite character, from his quiet gentleness to his socially inept self. Even when Marilla is being harsh, he always has a way of mending the anger. Also, he is so sweet to Anne! She is his princess!

The episode's mood was light-hearted and emotional. Matthew stepped up in this episode as the best model father-figure. There was something somber about the tone of the ep but overall, it was quite relaxing and satisfying. The pacing was slow burned, but the plot was visually moving.



