This episode primarily follows the protagonist, Ash Lynx , after he is sent to prison. It explores his grit and survival instincts as he faces threats from the mafia even while incarcerated.

In the critically acclaimed anime Banana Fish , the third episode is titled "Across the River and into the Trees" .

Many viewers enjoy exploring the symbolism and color palettes used in this episode to represent the characters' internal struggles and their "different worlds". 2. Ernest Hemingway’s 1950 Novel