To be seen throughout the entire drama and general atmosphere (sound). I would like to know if I will enjoy this white noise, creating a contrast with the ambient sounds, or if it will make my ears ring throughout. I like this sound, it adds something to the atmosphere and the story. But sometimes it's not very balanced. Have you noticed this sound?
Disappointed. I watched and I thought the theatrical aspect would be more substantial. The choice to split the story between slice-of-life segments and the main plot was uneven, as I sometimes followed a disjointed storyline or episodes that felt like filler. I had a different vision, where the theatrical staging is a strength in J-dramas with this theme. It's certainly not the one I would recommend first, despite the gamble of a huge, high-quality cast.
My favorite ritual moment in this drama is when she tastes her first dish, that moment is intense and intimate because of the silence. We see her eating in silence, and the moment of “emptiness”. Her expressions reinforce these pleasant scenes of her enjoying the meal. And then it returns to the dynamic of monologues, etc. A detail I love in this culinary drama.
him in the slow story/ or “flat plot"; slicelife & melo dramatic series/movies. They are my favorite interpretations from this actor. Thanks to Hong Sang Soo 🤣His gaze is really calm and feels I’m relaxing. Go too check in dramas
A rather enjoyable drama to watch for the period it depicts. Fascinating fight scenes, particularly with swords (katana), despite a storyline that remains vague and moves quickly at times. There was a lack of knowledge about the characters' pasts, but this was surely deliberate for season 2 (I hope). Somes locations are very well highlighted, showcasing the quality of the sets and the tasteful design. As for the development of the female hero, I found the writing of this character to be weak/mediocre.
Thoughts on period dramas: there is a lack of dramas about the Ainu people. Finally, there is a diverse cast of characters, and it is a pleasure to learn about their interest in participating in Kodoku.
What I liked most : was the telephone ringing and teasing the characters. I really like it this symbolism from this show.
What I disliked were the situations or actions faced by our characters, which remained unresolved (whether intentionally or not, there was no need to go as far as a more direct confrontation, as it wasn't necessary (?)). Good choice to react the viewer.
The most recurring theme of accepting forbidden love was well exploited in this show, despite the disgust felt towards certain characters.
I (the viewer) imagined various reactions from these women and men if they had had heated discussions or made the opposite choice to their current situation.
This drama makes me extremely eager to read the short story on which the adaptation is based.
The grain and choice of film used to shoot this show was magnificent and made it easy to immerse oneself in the atmosphere of the 1980s.
Partially, the story about the economic crisis and this retro period of life, which I wasn't familiar with, was interesting. However, several plot directions and twists weren't great for me. I found some of the writing choices to be simplistic or repetitive for a 16-episode series. But there were some parts I really enjoyed, whether they were heartwarming or thought-provoking when they dealt with social issues, for example.
The progress and development of the relationship between Kandagawa Miwa and Sanada Yuji. I know I'm being mean, but a second rejection of his second declaration of love could have been good twice again. I wish I could have seen how she would react to that possibility. Yes, in episode 5, when he tried to explain himself and tell her properly why he was attracted to Kandagawa Miwa/Sumidagawa Michiko, it was poorly handled in the episode.
Because she just ran away out of embarrassment, there was a lack of explanation or intense or dramatic scenes for this ‘pseudo’ romance at work (and actor-employee relationship) plot. These moments were rushed or even unexploited.
It can be said that at the very end of episode 6, we got more clarification about Yuji's feelings, but also an honest response from Sumidagawa Michiko for this second attempt. An open response, but I liked it. It remains to be seen whether this trope will continue until the end of the series or if it's just a conclusion to the plot exploited for these two episodes.
The final shot with Kimura Santa's angry face is intriguing. What does it mean? 🫢
To say that I really liked how it was approached; the relationship between Yuji and Michiko in the drama. (Professional, admiring as workers for both of them, but also like cats and dogs because Michiko has no particular affection for the public persona that Yuji shows at the beginning. Because it's not in her personality and she's simply not interested.)
Overall, it's a realistic story about a married couple going through a rough patch. The time loop is well done; each time we go back in time, we start to understand and feel for this couple.
Still, when we meet this couple on the brink of divorce, it's good to see the flaws and weaknesses in both the husband and wife. Yes, she tries to change her husband's future and rediscover the pleasures she once experienced with him.
But as her husband mentioned around 30 minutes before the end of the film, the film only shows us one of the wife's flaws. I found that the presentation of this couple's failed marriage was poorly exploited. Indeed, the couple's estrangement and feelings are explained and discussed when the truth comes out. But I think I had different expectations and a different vision of this time loop. I even thought that the storyline (compared to the ending given in the film) should remain intact despite him knowing the real reason for Kanna's arrival from the future.
As for the choice of title, I still find it difficult to interpret how it represents this film, but I did feel that the couple had a beautiful love story with ups and downs. I saw two endings for this film and a bittersweet love that represents their relationship, marriage and family. (And a preference for one of them).
There are many passages, non-verbal scenes and quotes that I liked and that show love in their own way. The acting is very well done and realistic.
Check out the stories written by Sakamoto Yuji. He is a skilled writer of stories about people and the relationships between them, both romantic and otherwise.
Loneliness and family relationships are explored from several perspectives, allowing us to recognise ourselves and try to improve or find that point of anchorage to best adapt.
A great show that focuses on human relationships and the cultures of these characters' lives. But also charming to see these local cultures intertwine between Kamakura and Busan.
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Thoughts on period dramas: there is a lack of dramas about the Ainu people.
Finally, there is a diverse cast of characters, and it is a pleasure to learn about their interest in participating in Kodoku.
What I disliked were the situations or actions faced by our characters, which remained unresolved (whether intentionally or not, there was no need to go as far as a more direct confrontation, as it wasn't necessary (?)). Good choice to react the viewer.
The most recurring theme of accepting forbidden love was well exploited in this show, despite the disgust felt towards certain characters.
I (the viewer) imagined various reactions from these women and men if they had had heated discussions or made the opposite choice to their current situation.
This drama makes me extremely eager to read the short story on which the adaptation is based.
The grain and choice of film used to shoot this show was magnificent and made it easy to immerse oneself in the atmosphere of the 1980s.
The progress and development of the relationship between Kandagawa Miwa and Sanada Yuji. I know I'm being mean, but a second rejection of his second declaration of love could have been good twice again. I wish I could have seen how she would react to that possibility.
Yes, in episode 5, when he tried to explain himself and tell her properly why he was attracted to Kandagawa Miwa/Sumidagawa Michiko, it was poorly handled in the episode.
Because she just ran away out of embarrassment, there was a lack of explanation or intense or dramatic scenes for this ‘pseudo’ romance at work (and actor-employee relationship) plot. These moments were rushed or even unexploited.
It can be said that at the very end of episode 6, we got more clarification about Yuji's feelings, but also an honest response from Sumidagawa Michiko for this second attempt.
An open response, but I liked it. It remains to be seen whether this trope will continue until the end of the series or if it's just a conclusion to the plot exploited for these two episodes.
The final shot with Kimura Santa's angry face is intriguing. What does it mean? 🫢
To say that I really liked how it was approached; the relationship between Yuji and Michiko in the drama. (Professional, admiring as workers for both of them, but also like cats and dogs because Michiko has no particular affection for the public persona that Yuji shows at the beginning. Because it's not in her personality and she's simply not interested.)
Still, when we meet this couple on the brink of divorce, it's good to see the flaws and weaknesses in both the husband and wife. Yes, she tries to change her husband's future and rediscover the pleasures she once experienced with him.
But as her husband mentioned around 30 minutes before the end of the film, the film only shows us one of the wife's flaws. I found that the presentation of this couple's failed marriage was poorly exploited. Indeed, the couple's estrangement and feelings are explained and discussed when the truth comes out. But I think I had different expectations and a different vision of this time loop. I even thought that the storyline (compared to the ending given in the film) should remain intact despite him knowing the real reason for Kanna's arrival from the future.
As for the choice of title, I still find it difficult to interpret how it represents this film, but I did feel that the couple had a beautiful love story with ups and downs. I saw two endings for this film and a bittersweet love that represents their relationship, marriage and family. (And a preference for one of them).
There are many passages, non-verbal scenes and quotes that I liked and that show love in their own way. The acting is very well done and realistic.
A great show that focuses on human relationships and the cultures of these characters' lives. But also charming to see these local cultures intertwine between Kamakura and Busan.