Absolutely adored this
Writing this at 10/11 will update if the spin-off episode somehow ruins everything, but I‘m quite confident it won’t so:Not much to say it’s your typical cool cold guy + innocent, naive, sheltered romance. I personally loved every second of it. So incredibly cute.
Both actors did really well in their roles, I was a bit put off by Taishin looking mich older than he was supposed to be and especially than his co-star (which makes sense since he is 4 years older irl) who was supposedly his senior. But overall it didn’t really take anything away from the experience.
Some things could have been done a bit different…but overall I still really really enjoyed this one.
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but in general it was not a bad one
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Not extraordinary, but it's a nice watch.
Not a lot happens in the first few episodes. I was kind of worried it'd be boring or that we wouldn't get much development until the finale. Luckily, that wasn't the case, and in the end they were a great couple. They were quite cute really. The plot was quite nice, and I did find myself wanting to continue after all.There were only a few things that put me off. First is how stalkerish Taishin is: he kind of idolised Takara in a way that was quite uncomfortable. Luckily, there was proper character development on that.
Takara was also super nonchalant. I can almost count the amount of times he smiled on one hand.
The drama was also a little vague: I can't exactly tell when Takara actually started liking Taishin...
Overall it was a nice watch, but nothing fancy. If you like the plot and the "popular nonchalant guy x shy awkward guy" trope, I'd for sure recommend it :))
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Puppy love? Or?
It's giving My Beautiful Man vibe. Definitely a slow burn. I thought that bonus episode was going to give a little more in depth view of their love progression, but it didn't so that spinoff was totally unnecessary, it resolved absolutely nothing. I was hoping Taishan would become Takara's treasure where he would trade his marbles for him. I went way past the script lol. But all in all, the actors pull you in at the end and made this a sweet moment. A forgetful moment, still, sweet nonetheless. I rate this high because of cuteness overload.Was this review helpful to you?
a realistic AND unrealistic drama that went from 2.5 to 7.0 for me
I didn’t know this drama existed until 3-4 days ago. My friends in the group chat were talking badly about it, so I decided to give it a chance and started watching the first episode. I’d already formed a negative impression based on what my friends said, so I dropped it halfway through episode 2 and gave it a 2.5 rating. Then, just a few minutes later, I decided to give it another shot, and now I’m sad it’s over. It’s cute and not very extraordinary, but it’s calm compared to other emotional (EHH!!?? and screams) dramas. I’m obsessed with the visuals of Yoji’s character and the chemistry between them. There were times when I had to pause the drama to calm down from secondhand embarrassment though. My final rating is 7.0, and I’m so happy that there will be a special episode!JUST MAKE SURE that you dont have high expectations.
Why realistic:
One likes another one
He goes after him (??? questionable)
He confesses
They date (I mean it, like they ACTUALLY go on dates)
They take it slow
All of these dating parts imo are realistic
Why unrealistic:
Taishin
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I like it
This series is so beautiful 😭 i love nature and taking photos of it so by the end of the series i've already took almost a hundred of screenshots lmaooo. Takara is kinda cold and weird(?) at first when he spelled out the alphabets 😭💔 Taishin is cute, a little bit slow and clueless, he's so wifey i just wanna be his husband 😛 And my favorite scene when Takara knocked on Taishin's door in midnight and hugged him because HE MISSED TAI-CHAN TOO MUCH 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭💓💓 made my heart flutters. It's cute, at first I thought it would be a toxic relationship (read the reviews on tiktok 😭💔) but turns out the toxic relationship is between Takara and his mom.. cute and comforting, i'd want to erase all the memories about this series to rewatch it like the first time.Was this review helpful to you?
It could almost have been good
Just jumping right in, both actors were good; they were good at looking like they were in love... they just didn't look like they were in love with each other. I guess we could call that a lack of chemistry, but I associate that with having poorly portrayed a role which is not the case there, just felt... like they could have easily been acting to have been in love with a tree across the way, Takara. Again, his acting is good, it is just completely without regards to Tashin.Also, the story would have been very good if it was better portrayed. If I wrote a summary of the story here, it would sound good! I just kept getting distracted by trying to sense any attraction between the two leads. Also, not to sound callous, but the whole mourning the bird? Yes, I was devastated when I lost my closest pet. I cried like Taishin did. But in a drama for general consumption? It is just cringeworthy. Tashin insisting over and over that Takara saved him when he was mourning the bird... I could just feel the awkwardness pouring off the actors. I could just feel Takara's actor being like, "I really have to act this scene out with a straight face?"
So, in conclusion, I could almost sense a good story if I ignored the actual presentation of the drama itself.
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Sweet!
This was a sweet drama and i really enjoyed watching it. This slow burn story was simple and sweet.The visuals were great and the music good. The production did a good job.
All the actors did a great job. The mains had good chemistry and the kisses were good enough.
I might re-watch this one in the future.
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Cute and comforting
It's definitely a slow-paced drama, and I can see why some people might find it too quiet, but I thought it suited the story. Instead of relying on big dramatic moments, it takes its time letting the characters get to know each other, and their relationship grows in a way that feels believable.Both leads are really endearing, and it was easy to become invested in them. Their chemistry isn't flashy, but it's natural and full of small moments that say more than grand declarations ever could. The cinematography is beautiful, with soft colours and peaceful scenery that perfectly match the tone of the series. It's not a plot-heavy drama, and there isn't much conflict, but that's also part of its charm.
It knows exactly what it wants to be: a gentle, comforting story about two people slowly finding their place in each other's lives. I finished it without tears and feeling warm, and sometimes that's exactly what I'm looking for.
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ActingSuperb
I do not understand why some commenters are rude in ranting about their acting.In fairness to both of the actors, this is their first lead roles-were the story evolve to both characters.
Acting. They have given justice to their roles, considering both have probably first time to be in love to the same sex. Their explorations to their relationship is somehow refreshing. Understanding each other, knowing what they are into. Not much kissing-sexing-skin exposure-- as we often see in BL dramas. This is REAL first timers.😁❤️
Story. Probably there are some scenes that should be deleted or not to be included. But I still give AAA's to the writer and director.
Music. It's nakakaLSS. It's for you to find out.hahaha. But music scoring is great.
Goodluck to both of the actors!
I'm a Filipina and I love your BL drama!❤️❤️❤️
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For this review, I will focus on my opinion of the drama rather than the storyline and will not name the actors, but the characters of the series. Let me start by saying that the acting in this series is unsatisfying, bordering on bad. Taishin specifically seems way too awkward in his mannerisms and facial expressions. Taishin's acting could be a result of the manga, since they seem so manga-like. His constant hesitance and reluctance are also not fun character traits to watch for the majority of the episodes. "Is it okay if I speak to you at school?" "Is it okay for you to date me?" It just made for a tiring watch. As for Takara, I believe he did a much better job in this drama. While he is very stern and mysterious, he always remains natural in his acting. Takara is also much better-looking than Taishin, to the point where it feels like the casting doesn't quite make sense. Taishin is not ugly, but I'm sure they could've found a better fit for the crazy visual that Takara has.
Other than these gripes, I feel like they could have done much more with 10 episodes and a special episode. There were a total of 3 kissing scenes, but they all felt out of place and lacked tension. The first seven episodes were very slow and made me forget that I started this series. The last 3 episodes were the best part of the series, but still felt lacking to me. I don't know whether to blame the source material or the actors for this. Honestly speaking, Takara's visual brings this review up by one point. I hope that we will see better from the actors in the future.
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A Promising Start: Its Potential and Pitfalls
The series presents a heartwarming tale of friendship and personal growth. The series follows Taishin, a simple-minded student who develops feelings for Takara, a more complex and guarded individual. While the series showcases Taishin's character development effectively, Takara's character remains somewhat one-dimensional.The pacing of the series can be uneven. With every episode we witness the character development of Taishin from being simple and easily swayed, to one with a bit of confidence through the support of Takara. Takara on the other hand, is a complex character. He fears his controlling nature thereby distancing himself from relationships albeit being the most popular student who learns to love someone through Taishin’s encouragement.
The series however, fails to capture the potential of Takara’s character. We keep hearing him complain about his ‘getting what he wants’ nature but never see that in action. Instead, we see Taishin stumbling daily around his feelings towards Takara. It gets old and tiresome pretty soon. The series would have benefited greatly in showing Takara manipulating Taishin to love him, only to grow through out the series and genuinely love Taishin. Also, the lack of chemistry between the lead characters is a notable drawback, hindering the emotional connection with the story.
In conclusion, despite these shortcomings, Takara no Vidro offers moments of tenderness and heartwarming interactions. Taishin's unwavering dedication and loyalty to Takara are admirable, and the series provides a glimpse into the challenges of navigating a complex relationship.
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