Elisabetta wrote: Because of spoilers(lot about the ending of the movies), my reflections in the white below:

What I really like in this, is the, let's say dualism of Chiaki's feelings towards her. He isn't only about getting a loving girl to support him as in most dramas (and frankly Nodame is as much trouble as support). First and foremost he appreciates her as an ingenious musician. It's not only about the relationship between them, it's always intertwined with being an artist. For me one of the most touching, truly magnificent scene, was Nodame's and Stresseman concert, when Chiaki humbly admits that maybe their whole journey wasn’t about fulfilling his dreams, but that he was a mere tool in God’s plan to bring Nodame on stage. It spite of all the quirkiness of their relationship ( I love how in the TV specials Chiaki with horror admits to himself that he loves Nodame- Weirdo’s Forest LOL) I believe they represent ultimate love-story – because they not only accept each other as they are, but also believe in each other greatness as musicians and firmly support , push or pull each other to achieve more. Like in the ending , when Chiaki refuses to let Nodame resign from career and gives her strength and support to not be afraid and continue. And I agree that piano duet was a perfect wrap-up. Every time I watch it I remember the beginning and how much they’ve grown and want to watch it once more-LOL the vicious cycle.. I want to re-watch right now !!! But I can’t, I’m too busy. … *Finish


Yeah, I wrote about how Nodame supports Chiaki and then I thought, hmmm... Chiaki admires and supports her too.... I liked that one part about him being used by God too. The ultimate music couple lol.
Elisabetta wrote: Because of spoilers(lot about the ending of the movies), my reflections in the white below:

What I really like in this, is the, let's say dualism of Chiaki's feelings towards her. He isn't only about getting a loving girl to support him as in most dramas (and frankly Nodame is as much trouble as support). First and foremost he appreciates her as an ingenious musician. It's not only about the relationship between them, it's always intertwined with being an artist. For me one of the most touching, truly magnificent scene, was Nodame's and Stresseman concert, when Chiaki humbly admits that maybe their whole journey wasn’t about fulfilling his dreams, but that he was a mere tool in God’s plan to bring Nodame on stage. It spite of all the quirkiness of their relationship ( I love how in the TV specials Chiaki with horror admits to himself that he loves Nodame- Weirdo’s Forest LOL) I believe they represent ultimate love-story – because they not only accept each other as they are, but also believe in each other greatness as musicians and firmly support , push or pull each other to achieve more. Like in the ending , when Chiaki refuses to let Nodame resign from career and gives her strength and support to not be afraid and continue. And I agree that piano duet was a perfect wrap-up. Every time I watch it I remember the beginning and how much they’ve grown and want to watch it once more-LOL the vicious cycle.. I want to re-watch right now !!! But I can’t, I’m too busy. … *Finish


word. Couldn't have said it better.
Elisabetta wrote: Because of spoilers(lot about the ending of the movies), my reflections in the white below:

What I really like in this, is the, let's say dualism of Chiaki's feelings towards her. He isn't only about getting a loving girl to support him as in most dramas (and frankly Nodame is as much trouble as support). First and foremost he appreciates her as an ingenious musician. It's not only about the relationship between them, it's always intertwined with being an artist. For me one of the most touching, truly magnificent scene, was Nodame's and Stresseman concert, when Chiaki humbly admits that maybe their whole journey wasn’t about fulfilling his dreams, but that he was a mere tool in God’s plan to bring Nodame on stage. It spite of all the quirkiness of their relationship ( I love how in the TV specials Chiaki with horror admits to himself that he loves Nodame- Weirdo’s Forest LOL) I believe they represent ultimate love-story – because they not only accept each other as they are, but also believe in each other greatness as musicians and firmly support , push or pull each other to achieve more. Like in the ending , when Chiaki refuses to let Nodame resign from career and gives her strength and support to not be afraid and continue. And I agree that piano duet was a perfect wrap-up. Every time I watch it I remember the beginning and how much they’ve grown and want to watch it once more-LOL the vicious cycle.. I want to re-watch right now !!! But I can’t, I’m too busy. … *Finish


and now you've made me want to rewatch it too !!
so I shall

^^
abs wrote: and now you've made me want to rewatch it too !!
so I shall

^^

Dou itashimashite ^_^ It's one of the best dramas to re-watch.
Rewatched for the nth time :DDDD And still the same feeling when I watched it for the first time. The love that Chiaki and Nodame shares in this drama is just so pure to me, that in the end, in the very long run, they've got each other's back. I always get teary eyes every time I think of their story, I can't explain how I really love and enjoyed this drama. Hoping that someday, a CHIAKI would appear in my life. LOL :P
I just finished the drama. 8/10

I have not read the manga or watched the anime, so I cannot say anything for sure. However, it felt like the storyline was a bit rushed. Especially the first half. Like they were running full tilt towards the finish line and then in the last episode they began skipping and taking their time. XD

I know what I said above sounds very critical, but I did rate it an 8. I laughed a lot during this drama. A lot! I loved the quirky, zany, and lovable cast. I also enjoyed that it made me remember my days in concert and marching band.

I'm very glad that there is a special and two movies. I can't wait to see more of this story. :)
I'm disagree with every people here ! Maybe it's me but when I saw this drama I was mad ! The story is good and have lot of potantial but the play of the actor are very bad. I don't know if it's done on propose but I just wanted to kill them.
"Nodame Cantabile" was such a unique drama. It was a really fun watch! Maestro Stresemann was seriously the most hilarious character of all.
algelic wrote: "Nodame Cantabile" was such a unique drama. It was a really fun watch!

Maestro Stresemann was seriously the most hilarious character of all.


He really cracks me up. XD
Nodame cantabile is a journey worth taking. There can be some over-acting, but when it comes to japanese comedy most of the time it's like that.