extremely cliche, liking it heavily depends on if you like the leads
This was totally cliche, from the girls squealing over the cold/smart/brooding ML, to the silly/quirky/dumb FL, the story was nothing special. It's pretty similar to ItaKiss and all those variations. The writers don't really try to do anything else, it's just a regular cohabitation drama with all the hijinks.The acting was fine for me. I feel like they got the point of what their characters were supposed to be like. Unfortunately, I ended up getting 2nd/3rd/4th??? (I think there are 4 guys in total when considering both seasons) lead syndrome. I won't say which one got to me the most, but even though both he and the ML were originally mean to the FL, at least the one I liked became much warmer to her. I couldn't see any real feelings from the ML, even though he's supposed to be cold, does he really have to be that bad? I've watched almost every single variation of ItaKiss. I've always enjoyed the ones where the actors of the ML show that they do like the FL where they can. It really felt like she was still stuck in a one-sided love even when they were together.
It would have a higher rating from me if it could actually make me buy into the relationship between the leads. I believed that the FL really liked him, but I couldn't feel anything from the ML. A person has to be really into his type of character to not fall to 2nd lead syndrome.
I can't comment on the music since I don't really care about that.
I finished the drama, but it didn't really leave an impact. I do like certain scenes so I'd rewatch those, but I ultimately don't love the show. It's not a waste of time if anyone wants to watch something fluffy. Overall, it was good, but not great.
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My introduction to asian drama's! And my first and last Japanese drama yet..I gotta admit that I am a preferrer of Korean dramas but I have to give this show credit for drawing me in and introducing me to drama land.
Story: As far as the story goes.. Forced live in situations are my absolute favourite story line so this was write up my alley. I also have a special spot for high school dramas as they tend not to get tooooo melodramatic. This show knows how to leave you at a cliffhanger.. It isn't possible to leave it at one episode.. You have to keep watching till you eyes can't keep open mainly due to curiosity. Another thing I'm a sucker for is when the on screen couple is an off screen couple.. It just gives you a whole other dynamic to think about while watching which I love. I loved the show a lot the first time but when I watched it a second time my opinion fell a lot which means thats its probably not a great show to rewatch. But I like that there wasn't much scheming and 'adults interfering' and it was just simple and sweet..
Characters: I have to shamefully admit that I am a huge sucker for the good girl turning the mean guy nice especially for her so I liked the way the story unfolded. There were times I felt Uehara was unnecessarily mean but Ii guess its the contrast in his personality that makes everything so sweet in the end. Nao was such a sweet and lovable girl that it was impossible not to feel for her. I must say though that there were points where she just seemed too slow and childish which irritated me a lot. Cant say I had any special love for the second leads.. I found Daichi to be to desperate and Issei was better but cmonnn she already has a guy and he is HAWWT. Special shout out to her cool mom and to her amazing friends.. Loved them!
I needed to mention the last episode because dramas often tend to lag towards the end and end on an extremely underwhelming note but Good Morning Call most definitely did not. It actually almost brought tears to a generally dry eyed persons eyes.. Uehara was just so perfect and spoiler alert the secrets he had up his sleeve where just so heartwarmingly cute.
Overall would definitely recommend it as a one time watch.. Especially if you're into J dramas!
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My first ever drama so I am attached to it, doesn't change the fact that it's a pretty bad drama
I really tried to like the ML, but every single one of the other love interests that were introduced, were a better match and just way healthier.I could not bring myself to understand why the FL was so obsessed with this moody character of Uehara.
Ignoring this kind of red flaggish relationship of the FL and ML, I have to say some of the other characters really grew to me.
I fell in love with Daichi and even though Yuris whole story line was kind of icky I liked her.
Ending this review, I want to point out that there were of course some good (very few good) moments between the ML and the FL and I never regretted watching this drama (except most of the second season).
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He would be endearing if there weren't other guys who treat her better. Juxtaposing the main lead against literally ANYONE else makes you really hate him...Not once did I find myself rooting for their love. I had so much hope that she would wisen up and think "this guy sucks! He treats me bad, I am better than this!" which would make a refreshing twist on this tired genre. They signed off for a season 2 so maybe there is hope for a healthier relationship.
I would have dropped this show halfway if it weren't for the lovable secondary characters. They make the show something special, and I would pay good money to see a spinoff show featuring the Ramen guy.
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Intensity lacking, Artificial Romance, No chemistry & Wasted characters
Good Morning Call is certainly that kind of a romantic-comedy drama focusing between two opposing characters, Nao and Uehara, that have hardly any good chemistry together.The story was promising but the side characters could be used more wisely. Rather than using the side characters to lead the story in favor of the cold, anti-social Uehara and the dense Nao, they could use Daichi or Issei as the main second lead-rivals of Uehara's & Nao's relationship. Instead of posing a threat, these 2nd lead characters were just taking shots from Uehara who was simply doing nothing, and Nao who kept falling for him out of nowhere, calling him kind(?) and nice(?).
This leads to the creation of the most dull + artificial romance between two characters that I've ever seen. At the end of the day, despite the constant obstacles that their relationship was attracting, they were able to survive them unscratched, as if nothing actually happened.
No matter how many characters were being introduced, they all existed for one main reason; To make Uehara and Nao get closer together, failing each time. This in reality would have actually resulted in many break ups already.
It's such a shame that characters that had potential to turn this romance upside down, and create a lot of conflict were simply used as puppets for the main leads' romance, which again, is artificial at best.
Other than that, the acting was not impressive at all. At times, the characters were either over-exaggerating or just simply had a poker face 24/7 (I'm looking at you Uehara).
The music was decent for the show, and some OSTs were actually really good and fit the atmosphere in certain moments.
Cinematography-wise, nothing impressive either, but the camera quality for many Japanese shows is kind of old and not very clear. The sunlight it too much on certain scenes too.
All in all, if you are the type of person who has time to spare, then this romantic-comedy drama will be a good start for you to get into the Japanese romance scene, despite how dull & artificial the romance is in this show.
If you are more like a veteran like me, who has seen good romance-drama series from South Korea too, then this show ain't for you.
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Good Morning Call
it’s a very typical high school crush to lovers story but’’ I loved it the actors are perfectly fit for their roles beautiful actresses and handsome actors. This Good Morning Call was the first time Japanese series I have watched after a long time because I do always watching Korean drama but since I watched this I started to watch other Japanese dramas and series on netflix. Let’s go back to this series at first i thought it’s gonna be boring but i was wrong it was funny and cute and it’s open to all ages but for some times i’m waiting for some scene that Issei will push himself to so that more dramatic scenes would rise but it’s fine. And for me I like to see Nao and Issei more than Uehara. I wish there will be season 3 ;-))Was this review helpful to you?
My first review in a japanese drama
I am a fan of kdrama and my daughter is japanese drama fan. And it was a second time for me to watch a japanese drama. The first time is You are my destiny japanese remake. Because I am an avid fan of fated to love storyline. I watched all the version. Much to say, it didnt catched my attention fully. But i come to watched this drama Good Morning Call thru netflix recommendation. I got curious. And it happened that out of curiousity i begun to loved this drama.First, the female lead was so good in acting. It was her not the main lead got my attention. Her emotions, bubbly, sad, good heart reflects on her . As if she is not acting but it was really her, not the character in a drama. I really loved Nao. A true person.
Second, the story line. Nao fell in love with Euhara, but not immediately even he was the most popular person in school. It grows on their daily co habitation. She understand his inner self. Though she too has some insecurities. They trying to grow together. Slowly and so many obstacles. But that's love, growing together thru ups and down. And i as married woman for 23yrs. You loved a person not because you are the same as his but mostly opposite to you but understand each other. When Euhara told Nao "I love You" Nao replied "I know". Mostly men do not say I love you often same with my husband . It was very rare, but when they say it, it was with sincerity. And I just felt it. Since they are young, insecurity and jealousy is common with young couple but they will somehow conquer it.
3. friendship. Nao got true friends. And even her admirers becomes her friends because she was an honest person. Her honesty warms their heart. Though she didn't reciprocate their feeling they still wanted to stay friends with her. All the character played well. All the support roles were great even Daichi i loved him. Marina was really a bff. Abe character was hilarious but great too.
4. Music and rewatch value. I highly recommended it. It will give you a warm feeling. That you will re watch it till you are satisfied. Even the music were good.
I think i already have a long review. Hahaha. I hope you enjoy this as i do. I will try to watch more japanese drama in the future. Next in my list is coffee and vanilla. Nao and Daichi will be the lead actors. I know they too have chemistry.
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The plot interested me how the couple were already living together in the first episode. It was different for me that they couple(to be) just are living together. The show developed their relationship of how living together can change your relationship with the people you live with. I kind of hated the episodes where they go back and forth if they love each other or not too repetitive.
Characters I hate were Uehara's sister in law or first crush because she mostly kept appearing too much but then stop appearing which made the show better. I'm not sure why some of the guys except Uehara keep telling Nao that they like her or secretly like her while she likes Uehara or is her boyfriend.
There were some really funny moments that I enjoy. That ending I won't spoil made me go WOW. It's almost certain that a second season was gonna happen and it will be interesting to watch. I don't see why it had 17 episodes which felt long a little, wished the ending part where they kissed would of been better a little.
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In the case of Good Morning Call, Uehara and Yoshikawa were victims of a contract scam and are forced to live in the same apartment--alone. Of course, they don't get along at all at first, but they gradually start to get used to each other, and their companionship turns into something more.
Uehara and Yoshikawa are your typical cool-guy-and-clumsy-girl pair, but I love how their characters aren't overdone. Uehara can be cold at times, but he becomes more open and shows his vulnerability at some points. Yoshikawa is a klutz, but she's a great cook and she has a lot of heart. I loved their dynamics so much, and I shipped them from episode 1. The actors had so much chemistry, and I believed in their relationship.
Aside from ship-py feels, Good Morning Call is an excellent show to get some laughs from. The humor wasn't forced at all, and I found myself laughing out loud really often. The side characters were also fabulous, and each had their own entertaining personalities. Everyone brought something to the story.
Overall, if you're looking for a show that will make you swoon and laugh, please do give Good Morning Call a try.
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I enjoyed the story completely. Based on a manga, this talks about two people are forced to room together, and slowly fall in love. Though it's cliche as it is, I think it handles itself very well. Do I think the last couple of episodes were necessary? Not completely, but I did enjoy them noneless. It's’ not a long drama, with only 17 episodes, but sometimes you wish to see more.
Acting/Casting: 10.0
As far as casting goes, this one is very well casted in the female lead as well as the male lead. Both could portray the emotions needed in the circumstances. I think this drama especially showed Fukuhara Haruka to play the complicated emotions of masking someone’s sadness in the eyes of others until alone. She did a wonderful job, and I don’t think I could find someone else to play her as well as she did.
Music: 9.0
The music matched well with the drama or rather the lack of music at points. It set the mood for the future parts of the episodes, and made some scenes funner, at least for me. Though some of the tones where just a little high pitched for me, but that is completely objective.
Rewatch Value: 8.5
I think like every teen drama this is completely one of those one that most people decided if they like or not in order to rewatch. Unlike some that you may love on the first time, but hate the second, this one can withstand years of viewing. So for this the rewatch value I think would be high as compared to other teen dramas.
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campy highschool love
What's lovable about this series is the female lead. Overall, an endearing story.Young, innocent, clean, high-school-love, type rom-com. A more simple or mellow series.
I didn't love the attitude of the male lead's character at times. It was hard to want to like him and root for him a lot of the time because he's just plain selfish and emotionally constipated -- and he doesn't really arc that much. Honestly, the guy was boring. I don't remember his character being that way in the comics though. I also felt they over-exaggerated the female lead at times; it got downright silly and was not fair to her character overall.
They really love to make the female leads act stupid in shows like this -- and it's bothersome. The same for the male lead, the over-exaggeration of his "coolness" (insert snort of laughter) just made him seem like an obnoxious snot. Again, campy. It had its moments though. Very tween. Highly rated because it was clean.
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