Yeah, it's really frustrating that Japanese dramas do not attract the same attention Korean drama do (thus, there is so little news coverage).
I completely agree with you on Mackenyu. On the other hand Yamazaki Kento pulled off his role in Kingdom pretty well and people had been sure he'd fail. So I hope Mackenyu will give great performance too.
You are right! I completely forgot! There could be a scene with Kenshin's and Kaoru's kid! They must include it or else (really, maple leaves won't cut it).
Talking about Arimura, I was thinking about OVA's femme fatale Tomoe when I considered the possible casting. But manga's Tomoe is actually a lot more sweet. Arimura would be great for sweeter Tomoe, probably.
Haha I wasn't gonna be involved in the hype but then the casting news swept me to this powerful current of excitement.
Anyway, there was no announcement for Tomoe today.
Girl's channel (Japanese netizen hub) is very happy with Mackenyu (because he's such an ikeman). He's not famous for his acting but success of Kingdom proved that actors playing in shounen adaptations do their utmost. So noone is worried about that.
Netizens aren't that generous to Arimura Kasumi. Some bring up the sex scene in Tsuioku hen ova between Kenshin and Tomoe and wonder if this scene will work with Takeru and Arimura.
Netizens also hilariously noticed that actor playing Tomoe would have Kubota as fiancee, Takeru as lover, and Mackenyu as devoted brother. Obviously, this is the main reason people are predisposed to pick on Tomoe's actor.
Btw weibo leaked Mackenyu's casting five hours before the official release.
People also expect Arimura Kasumi to be announced as an actor playing Tomoe early tomorrow morning (Tokyo time).
The big interview with Takeru is going out on Feb 19th. Perhaps, more light will be shed on the casting and the story.
Kaoru was abducted too many times already. Several Enishi's minions were already used in the first movie. Will Kubota Masataka, Eguchi Yosuke, Iseya Yusuke, Tsuchiya Tao reprise their roles? So many questions.
AHAHA... I was gonna post the same because he just posted his Enishi chara in his Insta ;)))
There is a rumour Arimura Kasumi will play Tomoe. Some have reservations about this choice. But... Well. Sato Takeru used to give people reservations too.
I'll pm you translation of the comments. The main point is, they've been eyeing Mackenyu for this role since his debut. His youthful energy, dark aura, and piercing gaze is quoted as the main reasons. They also say he has foreign airs which suits Enishi.
There was a video several days ago about his current musical where one can see that he has amazing build. I must admit, appearance and power-wise he makes great Enishi.
Woah, I can't describe the feelings this drama gave me. It's beyond brilliant. Bear with the first episode (it's really long) and then you won't be able to put it down. I'm in love.
The fourth episode made quite a splash yesterday. One of the scenes were all over sns.
It's unfortunate that to see hotter than hot and cuter than cute Sato Takeru diligently playing out shoujo manga tropes one has to suffer through extremely problematic premise and silly plot. Are Takeru's scenes really worth it?
I'd say, they are worth quite a lot. See for yourself but don't forget to turn yout brain off.
I also must add that Korean romcoms is the genre golden standard (Hanadan and other classics nonwithstanding) and they feature the hottest ever male leads. But do they feature everyone's fave rurouni? No, they don't.
This special includes all the fluff and romcon shenanigans they didn't have the time for in the second movie. Tanaka Kei has his moment to shine and gets to play Tsuchiya Tao's love interest.
I can't recommend the original novels by Hiro Arikawa enough to those unsatisfied with the narrative structure of this special and the second movie.
1) What is your favourite Suda's role in art house/indie cinema?
2) What is your favourite Suda's role in mainstream?
3) What is your favourite Suda's role in the projects where he is an antagonist or plays delinquent/petty criminal/rapist/abuser? (Please, use the spoiler reply if it's unclear from the project synopsis whether he is antagonist or not).
4) What is your favourite Suda's role in the projects where he is not an antagonist and doesn't commit any major crimes? (Please, use the spoiler reply if it's unclear from the project synopsis whether he is antagonist or not).
5) What is your favourite Suda's tiny role (in the projects where he has very little screen time)?
6) Do you have a nickname for Suda?
Disclaimer: No shade for any of the Suda's projects is implied.
Sweet romance, charismatic characters, great action, tomboyish female lead who really kicks ass, comedy, strong message - this movie got it all. This is a great adaptation a great novel deserves.
I completely agree with you on Mackenyu. On the other hand Yamazaki Kento pulled off his role in Kingdom pretty well and people had been sure he'd fail. So I hope Mackenyu will give great performance too.
You are right! I completely forgot! There could be a scene with Kenshin's and Kaoru's kid! They must include it or else (really, maple leaves won't cut it).
Talking about Arimura, I was thinking about OVA's femme fatale Tomoe when I considered the possible casting. But manga's Tomoe is actually a lot more sweet. Arimura would be great for sweeter Tomoe, probably.
Anyway, there was no announcement for Tomoe today.
Girl's channel (Japanese netizen hub) is very happy with Mackenyu (because he's such an ikeman). He's not famous for his acting but success of Kingdom proved that actors playing in shounen adaptations do their utmost. So noone is worried about that.
Netizens aren't that generous to Arimura Kasumi. Some bring up the sex scene in Tsuioku hen ova between Kenshin and Tomoe and wonder if this scene will work with Takeru and Arimura.
Netizens also hilariously noticed that actor playing Tomoe would have Kubota as fiancee, Takeru as lover, and Mackenyu as devoted brother. Obviously, this is the main reason people are predisposed to pick on Tomoe's actor.
People also expect Arimura Kasumi to be announced as an actor playing Tomoe early tomorrow morning (Tokyo time).
The big interview with Takeru is going out on Feb 19th. Perhaps, more light will be shed on the casting and the story.
Kaoru was abducted too many times already. Several Enishi's minions were already used in the first movie. Will Kubota Masataka, Eguchi Yosuke, Iseya Yusuke, Tsuchiya Tao reprise their roles? So many questions.
I'll pm you translation of the comments. The main point is, they've been eyeing Mackenyu for this role since his debut. His youthful energy, dark aura, and piercing gaze is quoted as the main reasons. They also say he has foreign airs which suits Enishi.
There was a video several days ago about his current musical where one can see that he has amazing build. I must admit, appearance and power-wise he makes great Enishi.
I can't wait to see the fights between him and Takeru.
The rumour is Arimura Kasumi will play Tomoe.
Let's hope they deliver great performances!
HE PLAYS ENISHI!!!
It's unfortunate that to see hotter than hot and cuter than cute Sato Takeru diligently playing out shoujo manga tropes one has to suffer through extremely problematic premise and silly plot. Are Takeru's scenes really worth it?
I'd say, they are worth quite a lot. See for yourself but don't forget to turn yout brain off.
I also must add that Korean romcoms is the genre golden standard (Hanadan and other classics nonwithstanding) and they feature the hottest ever male leads. But do they feature everyone's fave rurouni? No, they don't.
I can't recommend the original novels by Hiro Arikawa enough to those unsatisfied with the narrative structure of this special and the second movie.
8.5/10
1) Main character of Oh, Wilderness (Seto from Setoutsumi gets honourable mention).
2) Kamen Rider W's Philip (Sensei from 3-Nen-A-Gumi gets honourable mention).
3) Main character of Oh, Wilderness.
4) Shotaro from Dele.
5) Todome no Kiss' homeless man.
6) I don't! And it's very awkward to call him just 'Suda' that's why I'm asking.
0) What is your favourite Suda's role?
1) What is your favourite Suda's role in art house/indie cinema?
2) What is your favourite Suda's role in mainstream?
3) What is your favourite Suda's role in the projects where he is an antagonist or plays delinquent/petty criminal/rapist/abuser? (Please, use the spoiler reply if it's unclear from the project synopsis whether he is antagonist or not).
4) What is your favourite Suda's role in the projects where he is not an antagonist and doesn't commit any major crimes? (Please, use the spoiler reply if it's unclear from the project synopsis whether he is antagonist or not).
5) What is your favourite Suda's tiny role (in the projects where he has very little screen time)?
6) Do you have a nickname for Suda?
Disclaimer: No shade for any of the Suda's projects is implied.
And this drama is amazing.
10/10
10/10
I think I understand your perspective better now. And you gave me something to think about.
Anyway, I can't wait till War of Archimedes hits internatinal fandom and we can fangirl about it!