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This live-action adaptation of the beloved manga starts with promise—a quiet, atmospheric tone, a soft visual palette, and earnest performances. It tells the story of Sawako, a misunderstood girl often avoided by classmates due to her resemblance to a horror character, and Shota, a kind, popular boy who sees past the rumors and tries to connect with her.

The setup is touching, and the series clearly aims to explore kindness, loneliness, and slow-burning connection. The sincerity is there, and the leads do their best with the material. However, the pacing drags significantly. Episodes often meander with long silences, repeated misunderstandings, and very little forward momentum. Emotional developments are drawn out far past their impact, which weakens the overall emotional payoff.

While the cinematography is lovely and the quiet vibe fits the tone of the story, it sometimes feels too restrained, to the point of being dull. Side characters are present but underdeveloped, which makes their arcs feel flat.

Overall, From Me to You is heartfelt but lacks energy. It’s comforting in a way, but also frustrating in its refusal to move forward. Worth checking out for fans of the manga or slow romance—but don’t expect much urgency or intensity.