BrightestStar

I found it was relatable because the way corruption happened was closer to reality (unlike kdramas where they make the whole government and anyone involved to be part of a gang). I agree the way the story went was as you said still unrealistic to some degree.

Except for the dry beginning, around mid episode 2, the story starts to make more sense and characters start to feel more like people. From there on it becomes a perfect drama in my eyes. The acting here blew me away. I have to admit I haven’t watched Ayano Go in recent years so I was really impressed with how far he’d come as an actor. The development of his character was the most exceptional!

Solid drama that got its message through. It wasn’t perfect, it had the typical overacting for some actors. Others were on point. I liked the environmental message that is universal. I also liked the focus on the characters and the logistics of accepting and dealing with such an event rather than the event itself.

One thing that felt off (although I’m nitpicking here) is despite being in a constant rush, Amami always had the time to present his ideas in a printed document, and even bothers to do a COVER PAGE 😆

The US vs China is logical. But I wondered why they didn’t start with countries with low population vs geographic area like Canada and other cold countries.

For a silly movie, this one had a more plausible view of what is a psychopath than the "serious" movie I watched recently. This movie lacks logic in any way you look at it, yet consistent and makes it work. Entertaining :)

Not sure, my impression was that she learns too. When they try out their relationship the 2nd time around, even though he had lost his fortune, and she went back to supporting him, they had a much more open and interactive relationship.

I don't remember all the details though, I watched it long ago. I just got reminded recently cuz my sister is watching the (very terrible) Turkish version.

For a movie, it felt like a couple of episodes put together. Some stories are more engaging than others, but nothing out of the ordinary. Relaxing to watch.

It made sense from a cultural perspective. It was her mistake in their marriage. His was not noticing how much of a hard time she was having. He was too self absorbed.

Engaging story but improbable. I'm the unforgiving type so I have no empathy towards Misako. They went the "safe" route with this movie to get viewers' sympathy but left me unconvinced.

I'm sure it's not, it's more a matter of preference for me. The writer of Sanadamaru is the same writer of Shinsengumi (another popular drama that I didn't like) + I just don't like the main actor chosen for Sanadamaru. For those reasons I predict I would be biased against it :P

I did love most of the drama. The beginning was excellent, the ending couldn't be more perfect. The middle idol part though, I'm just not a fan. It's not bad though just not my cup of tea. It took a big portion of the drama but it did introduce us to many rich characters.

This story was as much about Aki as it was about Haruko. It felt great that she found her peace and a new dream to pursue after hers was stolen from her long ago.

I recommend it! :D

That's why I stick with historical Japanese dramas (Taiga). It's not that they are 100% accurate as most of the time the main historical figure we are following is shown almost saint-like, but it does follow the actual documented events. Even events where they marry young (though they might not have age-appropriate actors for the roles *cough* Gou *cough*). I rather watch something uncomfortable and realistic than feel good. There are other dramas for that.

Also when a drama is set in a fictional world that isn't modern, do we still call it historical? In my opinion, it should be called fantasy. Nirvana in Fire, for example, is a fantasy adapted from The Count of Monte Cristo story. Yet people always put it in the historical category. Anyways, fantasy dramas are where we can mix genres of ancient settings with presentism and get out feel good from it.

It was fine, just no actual story there. Short yet still too long for such "plot"
Also - kids don't try this at home! I mean the chances of not marrying a psychopath this way is slim!

The main lead is still oblivious to it so not sure if it counts :P it's a fun ride but not a rom-com

I wouldn’t call it realistic though. It was fun and fluffy

That’s because they brought up what wouldn’t been an interesting story to explore the last 2 episodes and rushed it, then rushed everything else. Did they really need to match everyone together for no apparent reason except that both parties single?
And I still wonder why they made her a “single mom” when that didn’t play any part of the story

Easy to watch, fluffy, tries to sound deeper than it already is but fails.
Succeeds in making an adorable second female lead. I think her character outshines all.
The single mom factor is just there to be there, the child’s existence was thought of less than an afterthought. That part really annoyed me.

Wow, your articles are just wow! Insightful and makes you question what we’re being fed through entertainment. I think there are some progress shown in kdrama world about the right (consensual) and wrong types of relationships. There is definitely room for growth.

Also I have to add, in real life at least, abusive relationships most of the time start out perfect, even magical, to then spiral down quickly. The victims of such relationships are always put in a place where they question their own truth and reality. And unfortunately, the law doesn’t stand on their side (especially if children involved). It’s a terrible place to be where you fight not only your abuser but society and law for the right of a peaceful life.

Great cinematography, not bad performance but story is lacking. Also 4 short episodes yet half of it were flashbacks.

I think you should put a spoiler tag to your comment