In the animated film Anastasia (1997), Rasputin actively sought to harm and ultimately kill Anastasia. His primary action against her was an attempt to murder her near a bridge in Paris.
Rasputin's Malicious Intent
Rasputin, a dark sorcerer, harbored a deep-seated hatred for the Romanov family, particularly Anastasia. His curse was responsible for the initial overthrow of the family and their tragic fate. His goal was to ensure no member of the Romanov dynasty survived, making Anastasia a prime target.
The Confrontation on the Bridge
During a pivotal moment in the story, as Anastasia made her way to a nearby bridge, Rasputin emerged menacingly from the fog. His intention was clear: to finally eliminate her.
- Emergence from Fog: Rasputin appeared suddenly, signaling his immediate threat.
- Attempted Murder: He directly attacked Anastasia, aiming to end her life.
- Dimitri's Intervention: Fortunately, Dimitri, who had a change of heart, returned to protect Anastasia.
Anastasia's Defense and Rasputin's Demise
Despite the grave danger, Anastasia was not helpless. During the struggle, she managed to gain control of Rasputin's most powerful artifact: his reliquary.
- Seizing the Reliquary: Anastasia successfully took hold of the magical reliquary that sustained Rasputin's evil existence.
- Destroying the Artifact: She then destroyed the reliquary, severing Rasputin's connection to his dark power.
- Rasputin's Destruction: With his reliquary shattered, the "mad monk" was finally annihilated, dissolving into nothingness.
This climactic confrontation led to Rasputin's ultimate destruction, freeing Anastasia and the world from his dark influence.
