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Story: 10/10 because who doesn't really know this story? It's been adapted many times. I just love this plot.
Acting: 9/10 because I thought that the acting was great. The leads have great chemistry. I like the friend chemistry too. I thought the Rui & Tsukushi had good chemistry too.
Music: 8/10 because the soundtrack was good especially the song that plays through out the drama like Flavor of Love(I think it's called that?). It was good, but not as memorable.
Rewatch value: 9/10 because this was a cute story, and I would watch it again if I become upset and no other drama comes to mind to watch.
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Definitely Recommend this!!!
OMG I LOVE THIS DRAMA SO MUCHHHH!!! Matsujun portrayed Domyoji Tsukasa very well, like i can feel his anger everytime he screams, and Inoue Mao also portrayed Makino Tsukushi very well too, she's not overly acting like the other ones i've watched. she seems the Most Makino to me, and also Hanazawa Rui is the most gentle one in all adaptations, and akira and sojiro are like the best peacemakers, anyways, i really love this series so much, and i recommend that you watch this. and (also, i hope you are all physically and mentally ready to watch this, because for me, the first i've watched this, there were times i want to throw my phone everytime Domyoji will do something stupid HAHAHAHA.)Was this review helpful to you?
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best bof adaptation!
I started this initially cause I heard it was the best adaptation and cause I had watched meteor garden (Chinese) before this and wanted to compare how bad meteor garden really is. This adaptation did NOT disappoint!! It was such a satisfying watch I loved it so much. The cast was amazing and the friendships between characters (especially f4) were great! I really enjoyed that in this version they really showed how close knit f4 is specifically the male lead and the second male lead. Unlike other adaptations where they fell apart because of the love triangle, this version showed how main guy truly saw rui as a friend in how they communicated, the friendship was so cute and I adored it. The main girl in this adaptation was also the best in my opinion she was never annoying and really portrayed the character well. The main guy’s character was the healthiest in this adaptation they skipped the harrassment stage that other adaptations included and instead had him pursue her in a healthy way without force which was a breath of fresh air after what other seasons did. He also had the best communication skills here as he actually talked out to f4 problems (particularly to rui) and was ready to apologize when wrong. The chemistry between the main leads was really good and enjoyable. Rui was amazing and probably my favourite character, in other adaptations I didn’t really care for the second male leads but in this one they really aced his character and I loved how he was showcased. All of f4 were adorable and I loved how they progressed throughout the drama. The ost was beautiful and so fun! I’ll definitely be listening to it often! Overall, this was a great drama and the best adaptation of bof that I’ve seen I highly recommend!!!Was this review helpful to you?
Why? Because you grow to love the characters SO MUCH.
In the beginning I was like "Ugh, what jerks! Ugh, what a stupid girl!" But, then, very quickly,
you love them all and dive into their love story.
Very enjoyable
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- Japanese Version -
I LOVE THIS DRAMA! Okay, to put it into words of my opinion, I think this version of Boys Over Flowers is BETTER and the BEST than the Taiwanese, Korean, Thailand, and the Chinese version. I like how the story and plot goes in this specific drama, it’s a old drama but it’s a great one still. The characters are so charming, and beautiful, the OST is still good even if it’s not enough. This version is related to the manga, which makes this the original out of all adaptations. This version is so underrated because everyone talks about the Korean and Thailand version. I know everyone has their opinions but hey I mean, this version seems to be worth it because I never got bored of it, I love the story and the characters! This is for sure what I’d recommended!I adore Tsukushi Makino & Domyoji Tsukasa!
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Zero plot holes ,succinct and charming
Hana Yori Dango is quite the unblemished retelling of this iconic story .It’s well acted and seamless that I find next to nothing to reproach .I’m utterly impressed with the succinct nature of this drama . The dramatic consequence made utter sense whilst still maintaining nuance and charisma .Moreover, it was beautifully shot and contains a goodly number of sweet moments and one of the best love declaration scenes I have seen . The last two episodes were simply entrancing and did a lot to bolster my ratings to a perfect 10.
There’s not much more I can add other than that you should definitely give it a watch especially if you are invested in this story and have watched the other adaptations.
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BEST DRAMA THAT I EVER SEEN
These were the best two days I've ever had. I DEVOURED the series and I just finished the movie. I've NEVER felt so empty for a drama in 6/7 years of watching them. This drama made me smile, cry, scream, laugh, and experience so many other emotions, and now I feel an emptiness inside me. This version is the best of all the ones they've created so far. It's a shame I'm only watching it now, and I regret being born in 2008 and not before to experience this drama + movie like the others who saw it live and nothing. I have so many more things to say, but I'm speechless, and anyone who feels the same way will already know what I wanted to say. I truly hope everyone can watch this version, experience all these beautiful emotions, and that it becomes their favorite.Thanks again to this drama, the producers, and the cast, who gave me the motivation to start studying Japanese again despite the difficulties. ARIGATO <33
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There are many adaptions based on this the manga "Hana Yori Dango" but the japanese version in MY opinion are the best one. It stays true to its story and the characters. Makino and Domyjoji are characters i love with all my heart and their blossoming love-story stays beautiful the whole time. They have an incredible chemistry, and the brotherhood of F4 always leave me to tears, they are such good friends, and by stealing the leaders heart, Makino also become a great friend to the all other guys. I have lost count on how many times i have watched this drama. I L.O.V.E and A.D.O.R.E this series with all my heart..!
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Quirky, Fun, Well-written...there's a reason why there are so many remakes
As my first real review (made a recommendation once) I thought it fitting I review this drama. Even if I've watched another drama 10x or more & haven't written reviews for it so I feel like cheating a little (oops...that's next, haha) I hadn't felt compelled by it to write a review. But now I do. Feel compelled. I mean, seriously. Com.pelled.I am impressed with this drama & have felt for the FIRST time like lamenting the fact that I don't speak Japanese or know enough about the culture to appreciate the play(s) on words as much they use them throughout the show. I know the translation I watched captured the wittiness of each situation & its dialogue but couldn't do it all justice. The acting sold it as well. The story (total fantasyland but FUN) fit the quirkiness of the characters and the over-the-topness of many situations. Domyouji's continual mis-conjugation or mis-pronunciation or just refusal to care kept getting funnier & funnier the more he started getting cuter & sweeter. Especially when the F4 started joining in with him on it. Gosh, her crazy family! And their (again) witty little ripostes lobbed her way in an insidiously sneaky style (but hilarious once you catch on) whenever she walked through the front door. The unexpected ring tone! omg, I burst out laughing. HIS screwed up family, yikes! Sister was fun & not as exaggerated in other series. Mother was a great biatch but equally on par with other actresses who've played the role in many other country's iterations of this story. The music was an odd but sweet touch; very fitting to the overall feel of the show. I wonder...with such a successful trope, will the United States make some version in the future as well? Hmmm....
At first I was a little annoyed with the female character not because I think she's weak in any way (she's not) but because she's pretty naive and dreadfully gullible. She ends up in some dangerous situations, yeesh... Another reviewer thought she wasn't supposed to be pretty? I think the point is that she's supposed to be low-key, warm-up-to-her pretty. That's not what makes her interesting to our hero--even though, of course, he is attracted to her. Poor girl ends up encountering several tricky, nasty situations but perseveres through basically all the challenges thrown at her. Great strong female character & very empowering to watch. Also: when she's all dolled up, it's obvious that she is DEFINITELY pretty.
I think the chemistry between the leads fits their characters & the story like jigsaw puzzle pieces. ;) I held off on watching this because I could only find sub par video footage from bootlegged sites to watch it on, but I finally just broke down & have been suffering serious withdrawal pangs from 1080p on this one. The chemistry & emotion was something I felt between them more than saw on the actors' faces. They connected really well together & had a likable genuineness to their chemistry. in the beginning, I felt some of the scenes with dramatic lighting didn't translate as well--too cartoony fake-- but the accompanying music & camera zooms or angles helped out & it began to grow on me. And again: the actors are selling it pretty hardcore. They really stop feeling like characters after a while--which, for this kind of fantasyland drama, is pretty tough to do. Serious props are in order. It was a sweet little love story & was very pretty lightweight that you just end up enjoying the ride. A myriad of things seemed intentional & well-connected that I think there's a lot to appreciate in this show (there were some definite inside jokes here.) I just felt that the writing was pretty phenomenal & matched the vibe of the show perfectly as well. Basically: if you've been idling about this one like me, it's time to go for it!
Another nice thing? Only 9 episodes so it just whizzes right on by! I mean, the pacing is PERFECT. Making it longer (most other versions) has seemed to mess with its charm somehow.
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