45 years of charm and adventure, Lady Oscar on display in Milan.

The historic Japanese anime Lady Oscar is celebrating its 45th anniversary, confirming itself as one of the most beloved animated series of all time. Since its debut on television on October 10, 1979 on Nippon Television, this series has held a special place in the hearts of three generations of fans. To celebrate this important anniversary, the WOW Comics Space - Milan Comic Museum, in collaboration with Yamato Video, is dedicating a special exhibition to the fascinating commander of the royal guards Oscar François de Jarjayes and the characters that have made this series unique.

A journey between history and fiction

WOW Spazio Fumetto in Milan hosts an exhibition that retraces the romantic and adventurous story of the protagonists of Lady Oscar, set during the French Revolution. The exhibition opened on May 25, 2024, and will run until September 15, 2024. It is curated by Yamato Video, Enrico Ercole, Angelo Capozzi, and Luca Bertuzzi, with the contribution of the Lady Oscar Italian Fan Club and numerous collectors. An unmissable event that offers a complete immersion into the world of Oscar and Marie Antoinette.

Memorabilia and Testimonials

The exhibition includes a wide range of memorabilia: illustrative panels, original cells, dolls, gadgets, reproductions of historical clothing and cosplay, hairstyles, historical insights, and testimonials celebrating 45 years of uninterrupted love for Lady Oscar. Among the highlights, there is also the story of Francesca Scanagatta from Milan, who, like Oscar, made a career in the army by pretending to be a man.

The Charm of Original Cels

One of the main attractions of the exhibition are the original cels loaned by Laura Luzi. These acetates, used to draw the characters in various poses overlaid on backgrounds, represent a tangible piece of the anime and showcase the meticulous work behind the creation of the series in the seventies, before the advent of computer graphics.

The Lady Oscar phenomenon in Italy

The animated series Lady Oscar, first aired on Italia Uno on March 1, 1982, was an immediate success, becoming a cult classic that captured the imagination of generations of Italian viewers. The character of Oscar, originally created by mangaka Riyoko Ikeda, soon stole the spotlight from Queen Marie Antoinette, becoming the beloved heroine we know today.

An Everlasting Masterpiece

Lady Oscar has crossed decades, continuing to enchant and inspire new generations with its combination of historical reality and fiction. The exhibition at WOW Spazio Fumetto offers a unique opportunity to relive the emotions of this series and discover trivia and secrets behind the scenes.