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It is hard to explain how I felt during the movie and at the end of the movie - somehow soothing and sweet, and yet expecting a dramatic change while I was watching and at the end of the movie, i was more like waiting for a miracle to happen.
The acting was great as expected from Matsujun and Ueno. I have liked Matsujun since Gokusen and I would always like him although his acting career is not very active compared with other same-age actors. I have to say it was a great choice for him and Ueno and they have a good chemistry there.
And the music, the ending song ("Wouldn't it be nice?") hit me so hard. It was exactly how I was feeling at that moment.
I would love to rewatch it a few years later as one of the great love stories I have watched.
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The story line is basically the same as the original. There wasn't many boring moments; the story was executed very well. But, I think Mike's character is a lot better and more vulnerable than Rain's character from the original. I don't really remember the original version in details since I watched it many years ago. So I don't really wanna compare the two. Still, this drama added more fun and enjoyable moments between the two leads.
As for the acting, I like the two leads especially. Their acting is so realistic and they have so much chemistry together as well. Right now I am shipping them together.
The music in the drama is a very perfect match for the drama as well ,especially the theme song "Oh Baby I". I am impressed that Mike did all the work for the OSTs, just proved that he is so talented.
I am not sure about rewatching it for the story but I would rewatch it if I miss those two interacting together.
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Story: It is quite a unique story in romance line. I love the sweet moments between the younger selves. It offers a light and refreshing moments for the overall sad theme. I wanted something out of it despite knowing it is impossible. It is hard not to empathize with each of the characters since all are well-written. That is how good it was!
Acting/Cast: The female lead has done well portraying two characters; the fiance character gives a quiet girl vibe, sad and pitiable while the Itsuki girl gives out more of an assertive and carefree character.
Music: Didn't really like any OSTs from this movie.
Rewatch value: I will not rewatch it very soon of course. Maybe a few years later.
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For the story, I am a great fan of noir-genre drama/movies. In this case, it has a great story line; it has revenge, undercover, friendship and love. One thing I disliked was that there were too many boring political dialogue almost in every episodes. But, action scenes were EPIC; I LOVED them.
Acting/Cast: JKH is an amazing actor; he portrayed Doctor's Son/Jung Shi hyun character very well - so dark and mysterious. Nam Gyu Ri was gorgeous and I like her but her acting - I didn't find it impressive. Supporting actors were also good, I would say.
Music: I LOVVVVED the music - "Hurt" and also the last one, "Everyday". And also the instrumentals also helped the drama in perfecting its dark theme.
Rewatch value: Not sure I will rewatch it again.
Overall, a great drama, you should watch it if you wanna take a break from typical melodramas.
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Story: Maybe because I myself is an university student, I can relate to the characters in the movie. This movie has all elements of youth, friendship, sisterhood, romance, ambition, fun, playfulness and so on. I am glad that the story focuses more on the younger time than the mature adults.
Acting: I would say it was well-cast. I heard that the female lead is a new actress, this being her first female lead role. But she did a really great job. Starring Mark Chao and Han Geng, there is nothing to ask for more although Han Geng's character has little to offer.
Music: I didn't find it great or bad.
Rewatch value: I don't really rewatch movies but it would be great to rewatch it after a few years.
Overall, this kind of movie takes an effort to start watching it, at least for me because it can be really boring sometimes. However, for this movie, it is a great movie worth watching, evidenced by its box-office figures.
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Just a week ago, I decided to see whether it's worth watching but it drew me in immediately.
Why is it so?
First the story: I love the story because it has a balance between romance and politics (more on the romance side, I guess). Unlike usual historical drama, it doesn't spend too much time on discussing political issues, but still integrates necessary historical events in the plot which I find it beautiful. And no one would ever forget Ruo Xi's relationships with each prince which are again beautifully portrayed. One thing I love about this drama would be the dialogues which are perfectly written, intensifying the plot.
Acting/Cast: Well, I've noticed Liu Shi Shi since her Mu Nian Ci role. But, it was neither 'like' nor 'unlike'. But, with her playing Ruo Xi, I fell in love with Ruo Xi and herself. Nicky Wu is a great actor that I've known since my childhood. I have great respects for him. The chemistry between the main roles were amazing. I loved the intensity between Ruo Xi and 4th Prince. Other roles are also well-done.
Music: I love all OSTs from this drama (all three of them: One persistent thought, Three inches of heaven and Seasons of waiting). The lyrics perfectly matches the storyline and the emotions from the drama. It was like Ruo Xi speaking of her mind and feelings.
Rewatch value: I rewatched it immediately after the first time. For what? I just can't get enough of the emotions this drama gave me. I just love seeing Ruo Xi and 4th Prince together.
Overall, it was one of the best dramas that I've ever watched in my life and made me tearful. Rarely that I give dramas 10 out of 10. There has only been a few. But I give this one 10.
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First, I expected too much from it. Although it was a good melodrama, I think it becomes a bit too much "melo" as the story goes on for me to continue watching it. Especially, around the middle of the story, there was too much 'crying' and becomes a bit boring with this Lee Soo Yeon and Zoe thing. That's why I dropped it.
But I am glad that now, I picked it up and finished it because later episodes gets more intriguing.
Let me review it in a bit more details.
Story- it has everything in it, first love, revenge, money, justice and so on. I like how everything just fit into a single piece. But, like I said, the story was directed in a bit boring way, while trying to get the audience teared up too much.
Acting - From the beginning, I watched it because of the cast. And I think my decision was right. Yoochun played Han Jung Woo very well. Yoo Seung Ho was also amazing, playing out Kang Hyeong Jun. In fact, he was my favorite character in this drama. He has a dark but interesting and most pitiful character. But I find more chemistry between Yoo Seung Ho and Yoon Eun Hye instead of YC and YEH. Am I the only one? Maybe I was too overwhelmed by the two's too much crying thing.
Music - I think it has great music. one OST that gets my attention was Wax's Tears are falling.
Rewatch value - I don't wanna rewatch it because it is too much melodramatic. And usually, I rewatch dramas just for my favorite scenes. But in this drama, I didn't find any favorite scenes so, I won't rewatch it.
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Firstly, the story is a typical romance drama. You shouldn't expect too much for the storyline/plot to give you surprises. However, I feel that the drama was directed in such a way that it isn't boring at all.
Well, I give it a 10 just because of Zhang Han/ Qiao An couple. However, the drama really has great cast for each role. Chen Qiao An's character is different from her previous roles. I didn't like/dislike her before but now, I really enjoy her acting in this role. For Zhang Han, he became my new bias in Taiwanese actors. His charms/acting really suits the character Tang Jun. And their chemistry was just perfect.
Music - didn't give much impression but still, I think it suits the mood of the drama
Rewatch value - in fact, I am rewatching some scenes from the drama. If you enjoy the chemistry of the leads (either TangJun/XiaoJie or ZiQi/XiaoJie), you will feel like watching it again.
Overall, a great drama that is worth to watch if you are looking for not-too-dark, not-too-melo romance drama
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I enjoyed it in my first time because the theme was fresh to me! I understand that there are many dramas with the school/youth theme, trying to deal with common high-school issues like rebellion, family pressure and so on. But at that time, it was the first, I would say, with this kind of theme. So I fell in love with this genre.
Now, my second time, I've watched a lot of dramas with similar themes (recently, School 2013). But, nevertheless, I think Gokusen is the best in School/Youth dramas of all times.
All these said, the story was realistic and focused (only on the development of relationships between Yankumi and her 3-D students)
I may be biased when the acting/cast is amazing because I am Matsujun-biased. I became his fan with this drama and Sawada Shin is still my favorite character of Matsujun.
Music, I neither like it nor dislike it.
Well, like I said before, I watched it twice; I enjoyed it. It might not be as fresh as before, but I enjoyed watching the interactions between the casts again. It will never bore me, I guess.
Overall, I think it is a great drama that's worth to watch if you like School/Youth drama, even the second/third time (I might probably watch it again in the future). You might also want to give it a try if you are Matsujun's fan.
P.S. You can read the manga if you think it wasn't enough after finishing the drama!
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