Wow I didn’t know that I thought they presempted TBS shows bc of Worlds!
I don't know the exact timeline, but that's what I read on reddit and elsewhere. Matsumoto Jun also made a special live appearance on TV to talk about it Here's one of the English articles: https://en.friday.news/article/39198?page=1
He was arrested for smoking weed? Is Japan still in the 1980s or something? 😑
Yep. They really are! Everyone likes to say they're living in 2050 because they have some neat gadgets and packaging, but socially it's stuck in the last millenium. In Japan, weed is still super illegal, classed as a narcotic. People still get sent to jail for weed.
I'll never forget the story of a woman with cancer being sent to die in jail for growing her own weed to manage her symptoms.
Kind of upset they recut the finale last minute because of Shizimu Hiroya's arrest. You go through all this trouble to make a drama about compassion and empathy lacking in Japan's medical system, but when a cast member is found to have smoked some weed, he literally gets tossed in the trash.
That's a sick theory, Would be cool if it was that (Given how anaban went down it could happen or it may be too…
I hope it's not Ninomiya; that would be too much like anataban. =/ Honestly, I hope she just REALLY likes Sagara, and happens to be incredibly smart and competent.
Even after episode 3, I honestly think they're both red herrings.
Exactly. But also each episode gives out one sliver of evidence that it's Sagara himself, whether he knows it or not, or someone who knows him VERY well. Episode 3 told us about the mystery novel he wrote at university, for example. Somehow, despite his innocence, I don't think we're seeing everything we need to know about him.
If not him, then I'm banking on one of his close friends from university, or a former lover he hasn't thought about in years, but she got pregnant and the kid died at some point and now she's trying to ruin his happiness.
Or, the evidence will eventually lead us to it being someone relevant to the wife that the husband knew nothing about, and the wife actually kidnapped the kids herself. We only see his wife through his eyes, so I wonder if there was actually something really wrong with her.
The writer of this show really likes to make EVERYONE look suspicious, but it's going to be the last person we'd actually expect. For me, that's the wife and Sagara himself.
What could this guy have possibly done to deserve this? I doubt he's the reason they went missing, like he's guilty of pissing someone off enough to inspire kidnapping/murder. I think that's a red herring. And everything seemed fine with his wife and kids, though it's too early to say for sure. I think the real estate agent is a red herring too; I don't think he was having an affair with the wife, or is some kind of psychopath that wanted Sagara's happy family for himself or something. But he did say he'd decided to get married... no, he'll be red herring. I'm fairly confident.
The most suspicious so far is the case of mistaken identity on the subway platform. That woman looked him right in the face and still thought he was her "sensei." She didn't even question it until she realized he had no clue who she was. On the other hand, maybe she lost her glasses at the bar and has really poor eyesight.
I might be disappointed if this doesn't turns out like Fight Club; I think he might have an alternate personality and live a double life. Like maybe the study isn't a real place, but a mental prison his other self tucks him away in when "sensei" wants to come out to play. It can't be a coincidence that Sagara was an aspiring writer at university and that woman called him "sensei," an honorific often used for authors.
If he has a long lost twin brother though, I will cry. That's just so cheesy!
Just finished the last episode and, tbh, it kinda sucked. For one thing, the show just ran on too long. But more importantly I just wanted Gi-hun to move on with his life. Take care of his daughter, count his blessings, and live the life he was gifted. It sucks his Mom died and Sang-Woo friend sacrificed himself so he could win (though that was really out of character for him), he has a chance to make up for it, and use the money as a philanthropist. In the end, he's got a hero complex and a lot of stupidity. Oh well.
I thought that it is actually the opposite of sexism. First of all, the corrupt and powerful people are all female…
I disagree that the topic of episode 2 proves the show isn't sexist. I still think it's low-key sexist, but I'm not confident I can argue my point well. Like, the sexism isn't in what the characters ask of one other, how they treat each other, but in how the show has ben written. It's more subtle than the usual sexist writing that can be found in many jdramas, but I think it's still there.
I think if you like the show, you should watch it and enjoy it and forget about my comments. I'm not trying to be a hater or something. Please don't assume that (not that either of you have accused me of that!). I can't get into this show right now; I found the characters and their way of doing things off putting and stressful, and was wondering if anyone else felt that way, which is why I commented.
Side note: I didn't mean Kuroki Haru's acting was robotic, but that the character is written/directed to seem like someone who feels the need to be robotic, that she must remain in control of her emotions to be good at her job or else she'll be looked down upon by her male peers. It has the opposite effect, where she runs into trouble for not being empathetic enough. I should have worded my original statement differently. It bothers me that she can't just be competent and taken seriously from the start. And the subtle "hazing" (I guess you'd call it that) in episode one was annoying. I mean, when the ML kept his identity from her, and the rest of the staff did little, if anything, to smooth her transition. But that's not sexism, just something I don't like watching.
Kuroki Haru is an awesome actress not matter she's in, but I don't think this is a good role for her, mainly because I don't like the character. ^_^;;
I get what the show is doing; showing the flaws in the judicial system through the contrasting protagonists. Playing their personalities off each other so they'll both eventually learn some important lessons. With a great cast and some halfway decent writing, on the surface it seems pretty great. I've seen jdramas like this before too. They work. And if it was 10 years ago, even just five years ago I would watch the hell out of this.
But it's 2021. Why is the male lead allowed to act so immature, being cagey and deflective, disrespecting the legal system and everyone in it, while the female lead is left to apologize for his actions at every turn and left looking like a fool? Yeah, he wasn't wrong. Yay. She's smart, hardworking, AND pretty. Woohoo.
Japan, why you gotta be so lowkey sexist. Sure, she's a judge. She's aiming for the top. But why does she have to be so apologetic? Why does she have act like a robot? And why does he get away with so much unprofessional behaviour? Newsflash, you can do a great job, be thorough and honest and compassionate, without acting like you're the most important person in the room.
No. I can't watch this. I'm done with this formula.
FYI, I have no problem with challenging the judicial system. It's the sexism that makes me uncomfortable, and the fact I've seen this same formula too much already. It's not cozy and comforting either; it's just repetitive.
Any opinions on the first ep? Japanese audiences didn't like it very much.
See my comment above.
In addition to that, it's oddly paced and maybe not what audiences want right now. Not to mention the complete fantasy world setting (no sign of the pandemic).
Looks like he's missing his pinky and index finger. Yakuza? Maybe he's a thief.
I don't think witness protection would have him out there, driving around a coffee truck, by himself. Too visible. Too easy a target. But yeah, he's on the run. Judging by the way he helps people, I'm guessing he's trying to stay ahead of his pursuers while also trying to atone for something. He betrayed someone, that's for sure. The blonde antagonist with a fondness for strawberry candy has both a personal vendetta and he seems to work for someone else, which is part of why I think our barista protagonist is former yakuza.
Episode one was good I'm not fond of the antagonist so far (the acting and writing, not the character), and I don't think the series *needs* this little bit of mystery along with its excellent slice of life premise, but I'm willing to keep up with it. Kaho and Kanjiya Shihori (yay!) were both excellent in this first episode. Nakamura Tomoya reminded me too much of his other recent roles, but he's easy on the eyes so whatever.
I do recommend this if you're missing Kono Koi Atamemasuka.
Here's one of the English articles:
https://en.friday.news/article/39198?page=1
I'll never forget the story of a woman with cancer being sent to die in jail for growing her own weed to manage her symptoms.
If not him, then I'm banking on one of his close friends from university, or a former lover he hasn't thought about in years, but she got pregnant and the kid died at some point and now she's trying to ruin his happiness.
Or, the evidence will eventually lead us to it being someone relevant to the wife that the husband knew nothing about, and the wife actually kidnapped the kids herself. We only see his wife through his eyes, so I wonder if there was actually something really wrong with her.
The writer of this show really likes to make EVERYONE look suspicious, but it's going to be the last person we'd actually expect. For me, that's the wife and Sagara himself.
What could this guy have possibly done to deserve this? I doubt he's the reason they went missing, like he's guilty of pissing someone off enough to inspire kidnapping/murder. I think that's a red herring. And everything seemed fine with his wife and kids, though it's too early to say for sure. I think the real estate agent is a red herring too; I don't think he was having an affair with the wife, or is some kind of psychopath that wanted Sagara's happy family for himself or something. But he did say he'd decided to get married... no, he'll be red herring. I'm fairly confident.
The most suspicious so far is the case of mistaken identity on the subway platform. That woman looked him right in the face and still thought he was her "sensei." She didn't even question it until she realized he had no clue who she was. On the other hand, maybe she lost her glasses at the bar and has really poor eyesight.
I might be disappointed if this doesn't turns out like Fight Club; I think he might have an alternate personality and live a double life. Like maybe the study isn't a real place, but a mental prison his other self tucks him away in when "sensei" wants to come out to play. It can't be a coincidence that Sagara was an aspiring writer at university and that woman called him "sensei," an honorific often used for authors.
If he has a long lost twin brother though, I will cry. That's just so cheesy!
I think if you like the show, you should watch it and enjoy it and forget about my comments. I'm not trying to be a hater or something. Please don't assume that (not that either of you have accused me of that!). I can't get into this show right now; I found the characters and their way of doing things off putting and stressful, and was wondering if anyone else felt that way, which is why I commented.
Side note: I didn't mean Kuroki Haru's acting was robotic, but that the character is written/directed to seem like someone who feels the need to be robotic, that she must remain in control of her emotions to be good at her job or else she'll be looked down upon by her male peers. It has the opposite effect, where she runs into trouble for not being empathetic enough. I should have worded my original statement differently. It bothers me that she can't just be competent and taken seriously from the start. And the subtle "hazing" (I guess you'd call it that) in episode one was annoying. I mean, when the ML kept his identity from her, and the rest of the staff did little, if anything, to smooth her transition. But that's not sexism, just something I don't like watching.
Kuroki Haru is an awesome actress not matter she's in, but I don't think this is a good role for her, mainly because I don't like the character. ^_^;;
But it's 2021. Why is the male lead allowed to act so immature, being cagey and deflective, disrespecting the legal system and everyone in it, while the female lead is left to apologize for his actions at every turn and left looking like a fool? Yeah, he wasn't wrong. Yay. She's smart, hardworking, AND pretty. Woohoo.
Japan, why you gotta be so lowkey sexist. Sure, she's a judge. She's aiming for the top. But why does she have to be so apologetic? Why does she have act like a robot? And why does he get away with so much unprofessional behaviour? Newsflash, you can do a great job, be thorough and honest and compassionate, without acting like you're the most important person in the room.
No. I can't watch this. I'm done with this formula.
FYI, I have no problem with challenging the judicial system. It's the sexism that makes me uncomfortable, and the fact I've seen this same formula too much already. It's not cozy and comforting either; it's just repetitive.
And I love Kuroki Haru too. >_<
In addition to that, it's oddly paced and maybe not what audiences want right now. Not to mention the complete fantasy world setting (no sign of the pandemic).
I do recommend this if you're missing Kono Koi Atamemasuka.