These type of shows reminds me of Fish Story a lot, the editing, colorful characters how they are connected and the fun nonesense it brings well not really nonsense since this has lesson at the end. I will always comeback to that as the magnum opus of this formula. I'm curious about Ito Marika's part, those youtubers she's watching seems the ones with the dog that attack that Yamane guy.
Filmed not like you typical Japanese drama it has that indie movie vibe to it, shaky camera, dialogue heavy but it's so natural that feels you are watching real people, the banter is really good. It seems this is more of a character study for Mieko and Fujino Ryoko is darn good, the characterization for main characters is superb, a masterpiece potential.
Finally watched it after a year WOWOW indeed the MVP of Japanese dramas able to make Kanna Hashimoto look very effective I think the reason why they cast her is because her facial expression is perfect for the thriller genre. The pacing, writing and acting is very good cinematography is also fine but it's the thriller that separates this to other great dramas. It's perhaps one of the best Japan can offer Suzuki Honami's facial expression is also me after Yuri narrates her story. Shinozaki Eriko did it again heavyweight after heavyweight Saka no Tochu and now this I'm curious what she can do to a Keigo Higashino story. Lastly I said it before and I say it again WOWOW always get the good Japanese composers Yuki Hayashi's music works wonder contributes so much to the atmosphere and the chills.
Shinkai power might boost her career just like the former two but wherever that takes her for me she will always be that girl in that catchy toothpaste song in why don't you play in hell.
The final part is pure catharsis the theme is really strong he got back to his senses and maybe not only him but I'm not hoping as this is not a feel good movie. I'm curious about the novel because the story, setting and theme is really good also the music they use at mid part is so damn fitting sadly I can't find it whatever method I use. I wonder why Yusuke Iseya stopped directing the movie seems made by someone who attend film school but it's not boxed he manage to give it an identity.
Thanks lol I never thought I would see my comment 7 years ago. The drama is pretty good the ambiance, the location and the music just chill nothing too serious. I love the ending too. It's nice to see Takahata Mitsuki pre Kahogo no Kahoko I kinda miss these type of roles from her.
Spot on casting for female lead acting-wise Minami Sara is alot better than Tabe Mikako at same age. Mikako is more idol trendy actress which is common back then atleast this one did indie projects to build his acting resume. I guess It will all come down to their chemistry, the production and how much material this version will cover. Also watch commenters saying OG is better blah blah if you watch the anime you know you can't put all of those into a 2 hour movie. Remove your nostalgia glasses people.
I like the concept of hiru(leech) but I have to admit I need to turn off my brain at times and overlook things that don't make sense. I also wish they crank up the thriller a bit it would have been perfect for the concept. The characters felt underdeveloped not just for season 1 but for this too. But overall I like season 2 more but season 1 has that interesting idea so much potential just poorly executed on so many levels.
Messed up characters completely overshadows an already messed up topic(infidelity) that I totally forgot it at all. I like the characters and the narration. Nakajiima Yuto has that Tsubamuki Satoshi swag, Yoshikawa Ai didn't end up annoying and Higa Manami probably with her most interesting character to date. She usually plays ideal wife, good friend aka moral compass characters here she's totally different person. I wonder if they will try to humanize these dark characters a bit or go full Kou Kou Kyoushi up to the very end. I'm already invested into the story so I think I will like it either way.
This feels less jdrama but more korean style drama (less thematic but more on the style approach) which to my surprise I really like. Female lead is great she's natural and the script is good as well. I don't mind some cliche scenes just give me more natural dialogue just like that in ramen scene and this could end up something special.
In terms of entertainment value I think this is on par with Kyou Kara Ore wa or maybe some would even put it side by side with My Boss My Hero since it has the familiar family aspect attach to it. The best about this drama tho is the pacing no dull moments every second is worth it and every character serves their own purpose. The acting is also very good comedic timing is on point but once they get to serious part they nailed it especially Shinnosuke Mitsushima that actor is just very good.
Japan being bold again with their dramas and that is a good sign. I sense this can be very good, theme in relation to story is already there and based on one episode execution is superb.
Familial bond only koreeda can explore which only enhanced by his trademark symbolic shots my favorite would be that particular carwash scene notice how it went different after that scene. It's just that the emotional punch didn't hit that hard this time, probably it's the pacing, it isn't as slow as his past films, didn't build enough momentum for it or probably the countless jabs thrown throughout the movie which made my heart felt a little numb in the end.
This drama is also very good if you are interested in human psychology there are hints of subtle moments that I think are very important and they probably didn't go in depth in worry that they might excuse them for the crime. Leaving science aside I still think this is the dumbest law ever invented what will magical change in your body at 17 to 18 but then again what do I know what I know is if something like this happen to me I probably do the same as the father. Characters in this drama are weighing on 2 sides and in the end I definitely more on the side of the chief and the reporter she may be a trash of a person herself but without her people wouldn't know these kids identity and I assure you people in Japan wouldn't let these kids have their peace they will be ostracized forever. Very good set of actors and the director knows how to use them well even for supporting roles you have Kunimura Jun, Miura Takahiro, Furutachi Kanji, Takiuchi Kumi etc. with these line up nothing can go wrong. Kudos to WOWOW for this drama that so thought provoking will make you ask questions along its journey.
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