Half way point- i like asadoras very much but this one is a slog! I'll finish it but hope it gets better! I dislike how grandpa character was written (and/or the actor's portrayal of the character). But I understand the writer's need to create tension with belligerent characters. I agree with LouM's -and- andoR's reviews (below)- too boring and not enough focus. https://jp-films.com/hitomi - with english subs
Episode 3 complete. My simple first take is it may take a bully to end bullying, to fix dysfunctional families and associated individuals. It is hard to watch, I'm wanting to discontinue, but from previous comments, one may have to slog through the discomfort to get to a/the better place, get to the real motives of the tutor. Is he a good guy or a bad guy or something in between? So, the real question for me is why is he intimately involving himself? Thanks to the previous commenters and reviewers
like others have said: I'd be very grateful to find the 2022 movie with eng subs. the 2003 and 2006 series were the type of drama style and atmosphere that suits me well. i really enjoyed those series.
overrated. ridiculous, boring adult angst. agree with others, not sure i can name a character i liked. gave this too many chances., could not continue after episode 8.
Very good, underrated movie. None of the silly story lines. Very good acting and pace. Many lessons taught without forcing them down your throat. Enjoyed it very much and well worth my time.
About half way through and I'm taking a break from it. Totally opposite of many other opinions here- I'm struggling with almost every character being stiff and much of the time, expressionless. None of the main characters ever seem to find even little moments of joy in their lives, regardless of past personal history or current family circumstances. I mean, I understand it's centered around elite levels of music, the seriousness to succeed. Nonetheless, music should be joy, freedom, friendship, self & group expression, a vehicle that brings people together, arguably, more than any other art form.
Through 96 episodes and it is very good (all aspects). Assuming this was a morning drama series, thus, appropriate…
Outstanding, and in my humble opinion, underrated per the ratings on here (7.7)! I give it a 9.0 to 9.5 Full range of life's and a country's emotions during a terrible time in world history. Very heart-wrenching at times. I have a difficult time with historical cultural man-woman, family dynamics and hierarchies in historical dramas. However, I felt this could be a somewhat accurate depiction of two main family’s lives and friends during that slice of time. One hardship after another sprinkled with not enough time for happiness but considering the story context, it’s understandable. Loved the music, art theme and delivery. The liberal arts needs of human beings for pure joy and as a coping mechanism against oppressive and dark circumstance was thoughtfully done. I see why Miyazaki is a beloved actress- she has one of the sweetest and most natural camera presences in all of acting. The supporting cast was varied and most of them also performed well. Very fortunate to be able to see this inspirational asadora which I highly recommend.
she has to be Park Shin Hye long-lost younger sister (or maybe Shin Hye is Yoon Seo's long-lost older sister)! i think i might become a casting director, haha!
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Full range of life's and a country's emotions during a terrible time in world history. Very heart-wrenching at times. I have a difficult time with historical cultural man-woman, family dynamics and hierarchies in historical dramas. However, I felt this could be a somewhat accurate depiction of two main family’s lives and friends during that slice of time. One hardship after another sprinkled with not enough time for happiness but considering the story context, it’s understandable.
Loved the music, art theme and delivery. The liberal arts needs of human beings for pure joy and as a coping mechanism against oppressive and dark circumstance was thoughtfully done.
I see why Miyazaki is a beloved actress- she has one of the sweetest and most natural camera presences in all of acting. The supporting cast was varied and most of them also performed well.
Very fortunate to be able to see this inspirational asadora which I highly recommend.