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Hara-chan
8 people found this review helpful
Aug 15, 2012
9 of 9 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 10
This is the best thriller drama/series I've ever watched !! Even though I don't watch a lot of thrillers , I was excited to watch it because the story sounded interesting And it had 2 of my favorite actors ( Ichihara hayato , tsukamoto takashi )

Story : I gave it 10/10 because it has a lot of twists and it will keep you wondering what will happen next TRUST ME you'll finish it in one or two days because it's short and make you wanna go to the next episode and see what will happen and whenever they are on the edge of getting caught/exposed you will be screaming like NO NOO !!!!

Acting/cast : the acting was PERFECT especially Ichihara hayato and sakura
although the acting of ataru's girlfriend ( yuki ) wasn't that great

Music : the music was good

Rewatch value :- I actually had to rewatch it again because the episodes after episode 5 didn't have any subs so I had to wait more than 3 months for the subs . But after 3 months it's naturally that I will forget what happened so I had to rewatch it again and I will definitely rewatch it again in the future

I'll definitely recommend it you'll love it ^_^

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DramaBunny
7 people found this review helpful
Dec 29, 2011
9 of 9 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
I had never seen Ueda Tatsuya in a drama before so I thought I'd give this one a try. I was drawn towards it because Ueda shaved his head for it, and also the story line seemed rather interesting. I was drawn in immediately when I started watching. The actor that stands out to me the most in this drama is Hayato Ichihara his character Ataru is really quite amazing. You can really feel his emotions for yourself, and understand his need to save his family. While Ueda is originally the reason I was drawn to this drama, I think Ichihara is the reason I'm staying on board. I've only seen 4 out of the 9 episodes but that is because they haven't subbed that far yet! Hopefully the drama keeps going as well as what I have already watched!

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PickyMcpickleton
5 people found this review helpful
Oct 29, 2014
9 of 9 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 5.5
Story 5.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
I give this drama a 5.5 out of the kindness of my heart. I really had to struggle not to give it a 5 or lower. If you're thinking that you want to embark on this journey, I'll merely ask that you use your imagination right now. Imagine a choir of about fifty people all gloriously arranged to be able to shout the most melodic and anointing message possible. Which is SUSPEND BELIEF~~ Say it again, SUSPEND BELIEF. Seriously, that is the first rule you must absolutely follow to watch this.

If you find yourself a person who is logical and analytical about dramas then you must really follow that rule in order to enjoy this. This is one of those types of shows you enjoy solely for entertainment purposes. You aren't looking for things to make sense but simply to be entertained.

With that said, welcome to this story. Four men escape prison motivated by different things. They initially work together because they are motivated by the same goal, then later, simply because they are all saintly beings who would shame even the Mother Theresa. I assume they're far more good at being saints because these are the worst fugitives on the planet. I ask you to think of really bad fugitives, then think of something worse, then think of these guys.

However, what's worse than really crappy fugitives? Well, welcome to the most incompetent police force on the planet. They give the guys in I hear Your Voice a run for their money. This police force that cannot catch a bunch of fugitives who are tweeting their locations and running away with a seven year old girl. Yes, a seven year old girl can outrun this bunch. These fugitives constantly call their significant others, utilize cell phones and payphones to call people, visit their significant others and the cops can't track them nor catch them. In fact, most of the chase scenes involve the cops accidentally bumping into this bunch. This gives birth to a repetitive sequence of Tom and Jerry.

However, this drama has its strengths. For one, I think the main focus is what is motivating these fugitives. They all have different and touching stories that motivate them to break out of jail. It's these stories that manage to somewhat solidify this mess. The main focus is especially on Ataru. He initiates the jail break because his daughter is dying; he wants to save her at all costs. In between this is a sub plot that is steeped in mystery.

Strangely enough, this drama surprisingly captures something I don't quite think it was even trying to focus on, which is politics in the police force. It really gives a glimpse on how the people in power can disregard corruption in the police force in order to not tarnish the reputation of the police. I doubt the script writers intended the person watching to note this but this was the one thing, they oddly manage to do well.

Unfortunately, every fugitive show cliche is featured here. From making quick escapes to doors being opened only to find our fugitives are not there. Unlike many, this for me was not a nail biting experience, there were great twists when it mattered but it quickly became obvious that this crew was practically invincible, it really becomes Tom and Jerry or Wile E Coyote and the Road Runner if you prefer. Furthermore, your typical cliche prevented this from being the jittery experience some reviews promised. Especially, not if you've watched just about any fugitive show that's aired. At one point, apathy began to set in and I just could not be emotionally moved.

Furthermore, themes intermingle so strangely making me question my feelings. It's at times humorous, cute, ridiculous, heart warming, ghastly and even comedic. It's a blend of strange themes that work yet don't. Almost like a bizarre concoction of food.

Bottom line: Do I recommend this? Bizarrely, yes. It's entertaining for what it's worth. It could be that I'm on a phase of perving over the lead, I still don't know his name but this does mark the third drama in a space of two days that I have decided to watch in order to enjoy his presence (Also, I am a sucker for a buzz cut). Perhaps, that made this more entertaining for me, but yeah, if you're looking for something action filled. To me this isn't really a thriller, go for it. It's entertaining for what it's worth.

Finally, I remind you to SUSPEND BELIEF!

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peachwinking
3 people found this review helpful
Jul 2, 2016
9 of 9 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 10
This is one of those dramas that you just can't help but watch in one sitting.

I actually watched this after I finished watching Rookies, just because I thought Ichihara Hayato was cute. Plus Suda Masaki, Yamazaki Kento and Chiba Yudai are also in this. So I was like, why not try the first episode?

I'm very thankful that I gave this drama a chance because it's so damn amazing. It's like all of a sudden I'm pulled into the story, making it hard to stop watching it. The acting was good too, it made me cry at all the right scenes. You can pretty much feel the desperation that the main characters felt all throughout the drama, as they tried to escape and run to achieve what they needed to do.

Over all, this is one of those memorable dramas that I wouldn't mind watching again and again.

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PENTHESILEA
0 people found this review helpful
Dec 19, 2022
9 of 9 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 7.5
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 5.0

Great Story with many Buts

Iam falling really fast down the Rabbit Hole which called JDramas and i love it!
So far,one way or another,,iam rarely disappointed by them.
The fact that usually are few episodes,makes it easier to watch as many as i can.

So to begin with,i have to say that i do recommend this one.It is indeed a great story,a combo of Prison Break and Two Weeks.2 Dramas i totally love!

A story with a really fast pace,great acting,amazing characters,many tears,heartbreaking and heartwarmings moments and lots of running!
Ichihara Hayato is excellent in his role,i loved him in Karamazov no Kyodai,who was equally great there too.
As for Suda Masaki,he never disappoints, he is such a baby here!Really young!A talented actor!

But,what we say a scene stealer,is no other than the little girl,Sakura!The absolute star of this show!Incredible,natural acting,captures your heart in a flash!And believe it or not,this character is one of the most mature ,played by a child.
Her lines weren't easy nor shallow.And she delivered all.I wish i will watch her in the future again.

The bond and the friendship which developed between the four main leads is awesome.From their road trip through the country to all the Kms they ran(lol)they shared some amazing moments and this came to me,so easily,i felt part of their team.
As i said many tears.Too much crying from our Mls,but once for a change,this didn't really bother me,as usual.Iam not a Melo fan,but watching 4 gorgeous men crying so much was really something!

And now is time to talk about all those buts..Without them i could easily give a 9 or more but...Yes many flaws,many plot holes
and unfortunately even more unrealistic and unreasonable details ruined the better score i wanted to give.Because i really really loved the story.Actually i gave 7,5 not for the story itself,as the frame was excellent,but mainly for the plot and the development.
It is not uncommon in Dramas for the Police to be incompetent and totaly useless.It is rather the standard portrayal.Combine this with the standard corruption in the Top Hierarchy and voilà!It couldn't be a decent Drama otherwise!Lol.
But here..they took it to another level,seriously.Everyone from the police must quit his job because i havent watched so lame,useless poicemen and detectives before.

Either way,my only advice is to turn a blind eye to all these.Ive learned my lesson too well with other Dramas too,so i do not let the "bad" details to prevent me from enjoying Dramas which i have to throw out of the window my sanity and logic.
After all is not science.Is entertainment.Let the cops being lazy and lame.Let the heroes be heroes and get their Happy Endings.This one was one of the few Dramas i really wanted the protagonists to live happily ever after!
Trust the good actors and follow their works.90 out of 100 you will find really good Dramas,worthing your time.

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