For anyone who happens to find this and wants to watch this film, just know that it’s a dark comedy. TW for all the tags plus rape, prostitution, and suicide. Personally I could not sit through every scene and had to skip over some. I couldn’t bring myself to laugh at the things that were happening. I’m giving it a 5/10 because while it was well made, it was just not for me.
Very glad to have gotten the opportunity to watch this thanks to Japan Society. I don’t watch many movies but I will say for a story that seems rather plain on the surface there is much to be discovered and felt underneath. It conveys a very subtle balance of introspection, nostalgia, and loneliness. 8/10
It does a good overall job of showing how bullying is a cycle and also society’s failure to deal with the issue in the judicial system, school system, and of course the parents and classmates hypocrisy and pathetic behavior. It was longer than it needed to be and just felt like it was missing something, so 7/10.
A heartwarming, optimistic series about a single father son relationship that spans all the way to adulthood. I enjoyed watching the father overcome each challenge as he raised his son with all his friends helping out. I was a bit put off by his character at first, but by the end I kinda loved his silly and irrational behavior. There were just a few questionable moments when it came to resolving conflicts that left me scratching my head in confusion wondering why the characters would do this or that.., but I’m just gonna say maybe it’s the result of old fashioned ways of thinking and societal pressures. However, I can look past most of these details and appreciate the overall message of each episode and the drama as a whole.
For a drama that only spans 4 hours, the storytelling was compelling and concise. Eps 1-4 were *chefs kiss* but I personally thought that they tried to include too many conflicts into the last 4 episodes which made it feel slightly rushed. The acting was great as many have already mentioned. These actors and actresses did an excellent job of making their characters lively and relatable. The main lead especially — her quirky mannerisms and facial expressions were on point in all of those scenes and very funny at times too. Cinematography and music was suited to every part of the story, no complaints there. I also learned a lot about idol culture which I had no idea about before. Honestly, I wish this was longer and that’s always a telling sign of a good quality drama!
I think you either love this drama or you find it to be kinda average. In my case, it’s a 10/10 (even despite a few flaws in the storytelling of the side characters) and I haven’t found another drama that had me so invested in the characters and their stories. I also still remember most of what happened and its been over 6 months whereas other dramas I tend to forget the plot within a few weeks. That’s how much of an impact it had on me. Anyway, like many others here, I’d love to know if anyone else has seen a drama that made them feel similarly to this one regardless of the genre. Thanks!
First Jdrama I watched, and I rather enjoyed it. I’d say it’s very much worth watching. The focus is on the character relationships, but I appreciate the plot too because it’s realistic without seeming contrived. It also features a found family which is one of my favorite themes. Here and there were a few scenes that felt awkward, but it wasn’t the norm. Overall the writing of the characters and their interactions were funny and meaningful. I became invested in their lives and cared about all of them. Some relationships could have been paid more attention to when it came to the end, but I think that the most important one’s got a satisfying closure. The ending is not wholly happy or sad, but hopeful and kinda open ended in a good way.
I really loved this drama. The main storyline was excellent and all my hopes for the ending were fulfilled. The relationship between an older and younger person at two different stages of their life helping each other with their goals is very wholesome and uplifting to watch. My only complaint would have to be that I wanted to feel a little more energy from Chae-Rok’s character. We got a beautiful depiction of Deok-Chul from all the moments and flashbacks with his family. I would have liked a little more of that with Chae-Rok, but perhaps it could have been a flaw in Song Kang’s acting too. Overall though, it was a good performance and an even better performance from Park in Hwan (Deok-Chul). I even enjoyed the little story arcs for the family and side characters. Personally, I didn’t find them boring but that could just be a matter of what kinds of stories you enjoy to see in a drama. Anyway, I very much recommend this drama, especially if you are a fan of My Mister and similar shows.
When I started this drama, I did not know what to expect. The synopsis is not very clear. Crimes? Not just any crimes, but prostitution. As you might imagine, things will go wrong very quickly... The first few episodes do not seem so serious, but boy do things take a turn. And the ending really caught me off guard. It’s a great series, I totally recommend. My only complaint is that some of the characters did not get a clearly developed backstory, only subtle hints and details. Also, sadly I don’t think there will be a season 2. But I think the ending is fine even if we never get it.
This bastard. I don’t care if he apologizes, there’s no excuse for that picture.
Omg i came here to see if anyone said something about it. People are saying its part of the culture but that was more than just a peck it looked like they are making out
am i the only one with the bitter feeling about the end of this drama??? they make me empathize and cheer for…
No, I really didn’t like it at all. In my mind, he woke up from a coma with his memories and they lived happily. Despite what this person above me said, I think by the end he had learned to love his family more than ever before. By removing the memories they also removed that love and now he has to work for it all over again. Like all that development from ep 1-15 thrown out the window :/
Can anyone recommend me something similar to this? Like an all or mostly women's cast that centers around their friendships, relationships, everyday life events. Thanks!
I’ve dropped so many dramas after episode one which is probably the extreme opposite of this. It also sucks to be super critical and only wanting to watch something you absolutely love. Oh well
I am at Ep 5 and a little bored. Maybe I consume too many true crime stories to be intrigued by the absolute depravity that these characters exhibit, so I am looking for something else to hook me in. Now, is there some big twist to look forward to? Mainly I’m just frustrated that the ML is going around practically asking to be murdered, like just leave if you’re so scared? He has two options, fight or flight, and he’s not doing either of them LOL. Ok maybe I am too critical but everyone says that by the end they were surprised and impressed, so I will continue watching and wait for the surprise. I do have some unanswered questions too.
TW for all the tags plus rape, prostitution, and suicide.
Personally I could not sit through every scene and had to skip over some. I couldn’t bring myself to laugh at the things that were happening. I’m giving it a 5/10 because while it was well made, it was just not for me.
The acting was great as many have already mentioned. These actors and actresses did an excellent job of making their characters lively and relatable. The main lead especially — her quirky mannerisms and facial expressions were on point in all of those scenes and very funny at times too.
Cinematography and music was suited to every part of the story, no complaints there.
I also learned a lot about idol culture which I had no idea about before. Honestly, I wish this was longer and that’s always a telling sign of a good quality drama!
Also, sadly I don’t think there will be a season 2. But I think the ending is fine even if we never get it.