I salute your patience to finish this.I had to drop it 14 episodes in because I found almost every character frustrating.
Five Enough, Dear My Friends, My Father Is Strange are the first titles that come to mind. You can visit my 'Best Family dramas' list for more recommendations: https://kisskh.at/list/1XzBEnK3
With too many frustrating characters and substories (especially that one towards the end), this family weekend drama had a lot of potential in the beginning that the writer couldn't fully develop and utilise. Most of the actors did a good job, but eventually this wasn't enough to make this drama a memorable watching experience.
This bittersweet, humane story is a piercing social commentary on children poverty and abandonment, bureaucratic prejudice and dysfunctional families, using metaphorically a midsummer drought, water and the lack of it. With Ikuta Toma in a refreshingly reserved character and two very promising child actresses, this slow-burn film was an interesting watch.
A subtle, slow-paced drama set in Hong Kong during the early days of the pandemic. With a wonderful cinematography and a quiet, mellow tone, it portrays the financial struggles, anxiety and frustrations of its two protagonists, trying to survive in the new cruel reality of covid-era. Though the melodrama towards the end could have been avoided, the tangible atmosphere of a period no one wants to ever experience again made this a nice watch.
Unique, absurd, wild, genre-bending film that was way ahead of its time. Fast-paced and totally unexpected plot, filled with bloody, darkly funny, tense, disturbing, insane moments. And, of course, without the impressive performance from Shin Ha Kyun, this would never have been as entertaining and intriguing roller-coaster watching experience as it was.
A women-centered story that tackles some heavy subjects, such as domestic abuse, economic migration and gender inequality, in a bleak, intense and subtractive way. Despite the neo-noir vibes and the stylish filming, the sexual tension and an electrifying green-haired Lee Joo Young, this film isn't something memorable, thanks to its weak storytelling and predictable narration.
This series is one of the best rom-coms (not just BL, but rom-com in general) Japan has to offer. Heartwarming slice of life, cute romance, adorable friendship and bonding, all presented in a refreshingly funny and touching way. Tanaka Kei, with his animated, cute and over-dramatic reactions, expressions and inner monologues was the star of the 1st season, but this time Yoshida Kotaro and his unique mannerisms was also a real delight. The addition of Iura Arata and Miura Shohei's characters was a pleasant surprise and inserted some interesting dynamics in the plot. Highly recommended!
A quirky fusion of historical, alien, sci-fi, fantasy and action genres, spiced with comedy and camaraderie, in a very entertaining outcome. Great production and special effects, better pacing in a more coherent storytelling, with lots of satisfying action-packed scenes and a a star-studded cast. A fun, wacky ride!
Happiness is sharing delicious food with the ones you love! Soothing and comforting, with a delicate as well as considerate approach to some serious, deep and complicated matters, and a wonderful (even if a bit beautified) depiction of a slow-burn romance and sismance. Nishino Emi did a fantastic job depicting the fascinating character of Kasuga, with her reserved persona, her pragmatic thoughts and actions, her warm and compassionate feelings, and her sad backstory. A heartwarming and rewarding watch.
With a superb cast, engaging storylines and the undoubtedly breathtaking beauty of Jeju island with its landscapes, people, traditions and fascinating haenyos, this was a smooth, heartwarming and comforting watch. In spite of a few over-simplified plot devices and weak character dynamics, this healing slice of life story was engaging, with its strongest elements being the beautiful friendship, camaraderie and family aspects. Time well-spent.
An underrated supernatural action story on the surface, but dark, infuriating, desperately painful and heavily emotional underneath. Watch with caution.
A sweet teen romance with a story with no real surprises but done very well. Though the FL was frustratingly indecisive, her friendship with her besties and her chemistry, tension and slow-burn romance with cutie pie ML made this an easy and fluffy watch.
Despite the promising premise and the cast, this longer than needed film and its main characters felt a bit off, less quirky and more lagging than expected. Not bad, but nothing memorable.
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You can visit my 'Best Family dramas' list for more recommendations:
https://kisskh.at/list/1XzBEnK3
With Ikuta Toma in a refreshingly reserved character and two very promising child actresses, this slow-burn film was an interesting watch.
With a wonderful cinematography and a quiet, mellow tone, it portrays the financial struggles, anxiety and frustrations of its two protagonists, trying to survive in the new cruel reality of covid-era.
Though the melodrama towards the end could have been avoided, the tangible atmosphere of a period no one wants to ever experience again made this a nice watch.
Fast-paced and totally unexpected plot, filled with bloody, darkly funny, tense, disturbing, insane moments.
And, of course, without the impressive performance from Shin Ha Kyun, this would never have been as entertaining and intriguing roller-coaster watching experience as it was.
Despite the neo-noir vibes and the stylish filming, the sexual tension and an electrifying green-haired Lee Joo Young, this film isn't something memorable, thanks to its weak storytelling and predictable narration.
Heartwarming slice of life, cute romance, adorable friendship and bonding, all presented in a refreshingly funny and touching way.
Tanaka Kei, with his animated, cute and over-dramatic reactions, expressions and inner monologues was the star of the 1st season, but this time Yoshida Kotaro and his unique mannerisms was also a real delight.
The addition of Iura Arata and Miura Shohei's characters was a pleasant surprise and inserted some interesting dynamics in the plot.
Highly recommended!
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Great production and special effects, better pacing in a more coherent storytelling, with lots of satisfying action-packed scenes and a a star-studded cast.
A fun, wacky ride!
Nothing demanding or frustrating, just an easy light watch.
Soothing and comforting, with a delicate as well as considerate approach to some serious, deep and complicated matters, and a wonderful (even if a bit beautified) depiction of a slow-burn romance and sismance.
Nishino Emi did a fantastic job depicting the fascinating character of Kasuga, with her reserved persona, her pragmatic thoughts and actions, her warm and compassionate feelings, and her sad backstory.
A heartwarming and rewarding watch.
In spite of a few over-simplified plot devices and weak character dynamics, this healing slice of life story was engaging, with its strongest elements being the beautiful friendship, camaraderie and family aspects.
Time well-spent.
Predictable, simple and cute.
Though the FL was frustratingly indecisive, her friendship with her besties and her chemistry, tension and slow-burn romance with cutie pie ML made this an easy and fluffy watch.