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Contrast japanese drama review
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by AEROROR2
4 days ago
8 of 8 episodes seen
Completed
Overall 7.5
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 7.0

A contrast between my expectations and reality; neither particularly great nor truly bad

At first, I was genuinely drawn to the storyline. It follows two students who are complete opposites, just as the title suggests. One is an introverted academic achiever, while the other is a popular, extroverted campus sweetheart with a passion for soccer. This dynamic sets up a solid foundation for how their relationship develops into a love story.

However, as the ploo progresses, I found myself getting bored with its weak execution and pacing. I understand that this isn’t meant to be a heavy, dramatic BL, but even the element of yearning, something Japanese BLs are especially known for, didn’t quite resonate with me here. That said, the twist involving Akira and Kanda was genuinely shocking. I couldn’t help but feel bad for Akira, given the implications of what he’s going through.

On a more positive note, the main leads are undeniably attractive, especially Kanata. I also appreciate when younger actors are cast in student roles, as their natural youthfulness adds authenticity and charm to the characters. While I didn’t expect overly intimate scenes given their age, I do wish the romantic moments had been pushed a bit further for a stronger impact.

Overall, the drama isn’t bad. It has its highs and lows, but it also shows potential for something truly remarkable with stronger execution.
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