Going along with your analogy: I went to the restaurant, but the are telling me I'm not welcomed if I don't dress they way they want, and that I have to be a long term customer of said restaurant if I wish to be served.
Again, I get why they get pissed off. And I really don't get why streaming sites remove the credit. I mean we all know they're not doing the work.
It's just that the ones losing most is people like me, who just innocently want to enjoy dramas from Japan.
Well this was a pretty decent watch. I mean the story itself has many plot holes, some unexplainable character change, and cheesy dialog, however the heartwarming moments felt genuine and the acting was decent overall, and some of them really pour all their passion in the characters. Half the time I couldn't understand what Ryuu or Sawaki are thinking (Sawaki I couldn't understand him till the end) but the way Domoto Tsuyoshi and Ando Masanobu play their characters I can't help but root for them, no matter how stupid their decisions are :P
I don't know the ones I tried wanted me to be either active on LJ, have I don't know how many posts on d-addict, or some other conditions... none of them applied to me.
I understand that some of them get pissed off because streaming sites go all the way to remove their credit, and I'm totally with them on that front. They deserve their credit kept for people to know who's going through all the trouble to make it possible for us to watch. However limiting your viewers to 1 social media... As you said, if it isn't to spread the popularity but only for a few to enjoy, I don't get how that can be a solution for them.
I think Okada Junichi isn't underrated actor. He got many recognitions for his works and as a boom he bagged 2…
Yup Okada Junichi isn't underrated. As for Suzuki Ryohei he could be considered underrated but he is starting to get important roles and lead roles so he's getting there/ I have to agree the likes of Takahashi Issei are the ones underrated. He always manages to steal the spot light not matter who he's acting with. There are also those actors in their early 40s like Yasuda Ken. Heck I even find Yuya Yagira and Kamiki underrated. They do get lead roles but they get more supporting roles for lesser actors and still act their hearts out. They are still young and it can change soon. Yamada Takayuki can be considered underrated. There are so many I just don't know where to start :P
Awe I love that! Can't wait for more. I'll message you later for those I find underrated there are so MANY! Although I don't think Okada Junichi is underrated. I mean acting wise I totally agree not your typical JE but as you said he's already won awards ;) well maybe here in MDL he's underrated :P As for the recommendation there are a few I can't wait to watch thx!
As for Kitamura Kazuki, Big time! Suzuki Ryohei I think he's finally getting noticed ;) Surely Someday is one of my fave movies full of fun and energy :D
This drama brought the 2 hottest Japanese guys from the 90s to make a drama together. With the chemistry they had, it was the ultimate bromance!
I also liked the the whole overall them of summer, vacation and when does summer end. It's all about finding oneself and the place we call home, as oppose to the place we spend our vacation. There are always this feeling that we are bidding our time, and that this good time can come to an end. That is has to come to an end.
I love the last scene. It made me feel that we truly are all connected through the ocean.
The last 2 episodes went pretty smoothly and I like them. That is NOT to say that I like the big event that happens then. I mean yea it did force people to face their issues, but I would've like for all this to come naturally, with out usual drama tropes. However despite what happens I like how it brought Jung to speak with frankness with his father finally, showing that he finally understand how people view him (okay that part felt a bit scripted, I don't think anyone can know the exact thoughts of others). I really like Seol and Jung's reflection about themselves and their relationship. I like that they showed In Ho's relationship with Seol's family keep on being solid no matter what. Bo Ra and Eun Taek were a breath of fresh air.
What I love most is the choice of cast, and most of the cast's outstanding performance.
Then comes the things I dislike, which is mainly how the directing represented the story. I think it's also has some effect with me having read the webtoon (well whatever that is available in english anyway). It's just that the events we see take place through out a whole season in the webtoon, in the drama I feel they just showed one event at a time. finish with one, the next starts. Feeling like out of nowhere honestly.
As for the ending, it's not that it's the worst fitting, but what I hate most about it is the state they leave seol feeling.
A sweeping and epic tale about survival, honor, and power struggle. What amazes me is how it doesn't shy…
Totally agree with you on that point. Kanbei was my first historical drama so many events really shoked me at first. Now at my 3rd Taiga, I have finally come to understand and accept them as way of life. I also really respect authenticity as well, as unnerving as the role and life of a woman may be, I would like to understand their suffering. The first half of Gou leaving me wanting, but the second half really new gives you a good portrayal of a woman's fate.
The thing about historical dramas overstating a woman's role is that they really let go of authenticity for the sake of pleasing people, however I think there's always a way to show a woman's strength without changing history. I mean I believe women had inner strength all along, and showing the strength it takes a woman to be able to cope with her era and live through it is something that should be the focus, however it is mostly taken for granted.
Then there's also eras where women were surprisingly empowered, like in Korean history the kingdom os Silla. According to wiki in that kingdom a woman being the head of the household or inheriting the kingdom was seen natural at that time.
Lol I can be so passionate about those subjects :P
I just don't get it. The last episode made me realize I under understood what Yamaneko was all about and why the hell is he doing what he's doing, and specially WHY does he have people follow him? Also typical open ending with not much explanation.
Honestly though what made this drama watchable, and even fun, wasn't the story or plot but the characters and acting. My favourite is Sasaki Kuranosuke as the detective. Even though his character unpredictable and I've been second guessing his loyalty all the way to this end, but it's mostly those day-to-day scenes when he joins the Yamaneko gang and his eccentricity that I enjoy the most. Narimiya Hiroki was also fun to watch. I just love the way he controls his facial expressions. Kame actually got on my nerves but I like his scenes with both Sasaki & Narimiya. Nanao keeps impressing me at every role. I like Otsuka Nene for her aura. Not much to say about Hirose Suzu :P I mean she was alright ;)
Wow Anna I'm jealous of you for 2 things: - Having Kanbei so fresh in your mind right now & - Being able to write such a heartfelt and amazing review. I totally agree with everything you said, specially about Takahashi Issei and his character Kuroemon, and Eguchi Yosuke as Oda Nobunaga. As I will always call him, my eternal Nobunaga. No one else shall take his place in my mind as Nobunaga.
There's so much to talk about in this drama. Time of war is horrible for sure, but it tends it bring out the most intriguing and intelligent figures in the limelight.
I think Bossmama is right about the first Taiga. I'm watching my 3rd one but Kanbei is still my all time fave, granted it was better produced than the other 2 I'm watching.
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Again, I get why they get pissed off. And I really don't get why streaming sites remove the credit. I mean we all know they're not doing the work.
It's just that the ones losing most is people like me, who just innocently want to enjoy dramas from Japan.
I hope you're right about that person.
As for Kitamura Kazuki, Big time! Suzuki Ryohei I think he's finally getting noticed ;) Surely Someday is one of my fave movies full of fun and energy :D
I also liked the the whole overall them of summer, vacation and when does summer end. It's all about finding oneself and the place we call home, as oppose to the place we spend our vacation. There are always this feeling that we are bidding our time, and that this good time can come to an end. That is has to come to an end.
I love the last scene. It made me feel that we truly are all connected through the ocean.
What I love most is the choice of cast, and most of the cast's outstanding performance.
Then comes the things I dislike, which is mainly how the directing represented the story. I think it's also has some effect with me having read the webtoon (well whatever that is available in english anyway). It's just that the events we see take place through out a whole season in the webtoon, in the drama I feel they just showed one event at a time. finish with one, the next starts. Feeling like out of nowhere honestly.
As for the ending, it's not that it's the worst fitting, but what I hate most about it is the state they leave seol feeling.
The thing about historical dramas overstating a woman's role is that they really let go of authenticity for the sake of pleasing people, however I think there's always a way to show a woman's strength without changing history. I mean I believe women had inner strength all along, and showing the strength it takes a woman to be able to cope with her era and live through it is something that should be the focus, however it is mostly taken for granted.
Then there's also eras where women were surprisingly empowered, like in Korean history the kingdom os Silla. According to wiki in that kingdom a woman being the head of the household or inheriting the kingdom was seen natural at that time.
Lol I can be so passionate about those subjects :P
Honestly though what made this drama watchable, and even fun, wasn't the story or plot but the characters and acting. My favourite is Sasaki Kuranosuke as the detective. Even though his character unpredictable and I've been second guessing his loyalty all the way to this end, but it's mostly those day-to-day scenes when he joins the Yamaneko gang and his eccentricity that I enjoy the most. Narimiya Hiroki was also fun to watch. I just love the way he controls his facial expressions. Kame actually got on my nerves but I like his scenes with both Sasaki & Narimiya. Nanao keeps impressing me at every role. I like Otsuka Nene for her aura. Not much to say about Hirose Suzu :P I mean she was alright ;)
What do you mean by "didn't shy away from the complications and 'dumb'ness of history" ? Just curious.
I agree with your criticism but I still love it up until now. Except about the draginess, I never found it draggy :P
There's so much to talk about in this drama. Time of war is horrible for sure, but it tends it bring out the most intriguing and intelligent figures in the limelight.
I think Bossmama is right about the first Taiga. I'm watching my 3rd one but Kanbei is still my all time fave, granted it was better produced than the other 2 I'm watching.
Really can't wait for Dias Police! :D