Millennium Old Journal: Tale of Genji Episode 4: The Princess of the Wisteria Pavillion
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EPISODE REVIEWS
In this episode we see Genji is completely shattered after the sudden loss of one of his lovers. We see his buried feelings come back to life when Lady Fujitsubo gives him a small letter. It is an episode that shifts the romantic dynamic of the show.
We see Prince Genji suffering from deep depression due to the tragedy he had to face, yet he remains in love with Fujitsubo despite so many years having passed.
For some viewers, Episode 4 might be the point where the storyline feels too suffocating and difficult to enjoy. The focus of this episode centers on a highly taboo and obsessive relationship dynamic. Instead of presenting the conflict from a critical perspective, the anime tends to romanticize Master Hikaru's moral flaws and ego, which may leave modern audiences feeling uncomfortable with the main character's actions.
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