Depth of Field: A Beautiful Start, but an Unfinished Ending
Depth of Field is a Japanese BL drama that starts with an exciting and mysterious tone, but it suffers from limited events and lack of depth in explaining the characters’ past or the evolution of their feelings.
On the positive side, the cinematography is creative and comfortable to watch, the music is well-chosen, and the transition between scenes is smooth. The casting is strong, especially the performances of Usa Takuma (Hayakawa Shuichiro) and Hirano Koshu (Konno Ryohei).
Hayakawa’s character embodies the struggle of appearing social and confident while hiding inner confusion and fear, especially about his passion for music and how others judge him. Konno, on the other hand, lives freely through photography, becoming a safe zone for Hayakawa to be himself.
Their relationship feels “lost in the depth of emotions” rather than cold—unclear yet touching. The kiss scene and the voice recorder moment strongly represent the drama’s title, highlighting Hayakawa’s inner conflict and Konno’s role in helping him face it.
However, the drama falters in its ending, which doesn’t match the strength and promise of the beginning. While it leaves viewers with emotional moments, the lack of closure makes it feel incomplete.
Overall, Depth of Field is worth watching for its visuals, music, and acting, though its unresolved ending might leave you wishing for more.
On the positive side, the cinematography is creative and comfortable to watch, the music is well-chosen, and the transition between scenes is smooth. The casting is strong, especially the performances of Usa Takuma (Hayakawa Shuichiro) and Hirano Koshu (Konno Ryohei).
Hayakawa’s character embodies the struggle of appearing social and confident while hiding inner confusion and fear, especially about his passion for music and how others judge him. Konno, on the other hand, lives freely through photography, becoming a safe zone for Hayakawa to be himself.
Their relationship feels “lost in the depth of emotions” rather than cold—unclear yet touching. The kiss scene and the voice recorder moment strongly represent the drama’s title, highlighting Hayakawa’s inner conflict and Konno’s role in helping him face it.
However, the drama falters in its ending, which doesn’t match the strength and promise of the beginning. While it leaves viewers with emotional moments, the lack of closure makes it feel incomplete.
Overall, Depth of Field is worth watching for its visuals, music, and acting, though its unresolved ending might leave you wishing for more.
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