Plot: A kind of flashback movie, while Eita as Matsuko's nephew was seeking the truth about his aunt's miserable life. Memories of Matsuko can be describe as musical movie since you'll find several songs sang by its actors. Since it's tragic movie, you'll have to bear to watch Matsuko through the unfortunate events, please don't cry. Even though this is not a tearjerker, it still hurts your feeling.
Anyway, I think what happened to Matsuko could be happened to anyone in the world, still Matsuko is the perfect example.
Acting: Who ever doubt Ms. Miki Nakatani? :p
Cinematography: Visually beautiful. So Japanese. Kind of fantasy, comical movie.
A must watch!
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I give it a try just because it in my gadget :D. Yeah, once more, I don't expect anything.
Plot: Not bad. This is a light hearted movie, less dramatic and story revolves around those two, Kira and Ninon. If you have ever watched I Give My First Love to You, you will notice the similar plot but with different ending. I Give My First Love to You is more intense though.
Acting: It surprised me that Marie Iitoyo was able to act! I mean she looks better than in Mars. She reminds me with Tabe Mikako's first romcom movie with Haruma Miura. cmiiw
Btw, Yuna Taira looks so cute.
Verdict: If you have time to watch and don't wanna think about anything while watching rom com movie, this is for you.
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Let me expand on that:
Park Hae Jin’s acting (or maybe he was just goofing off the whole time?) was hilarious. Though I really enjoyed a lot of elements in this show, his facial expressions throughout it made “Man To Man” my new favorite drama. [I spammed my MDL feed with examples, if you want to see what I mean.] Kim Min Jung was also great playing our female lead, Do Ha, a quirky, independent, non-cookie cutter heroine who, thankfully, did not cling to the male lead.
The Plot: For some, the drama itself might seem to be a half-baked combination of humor, espionage, romance, and bromance—but for me it was perfect. I get bored if I feel like a show is stuck in one genre. The only time I was disappointed in the plot was during the last episode, because I disliked how it concluded the various story arcs. Last episodes are very important; they are the final impressions of each character and should wholly complete the story. I was regretfully disappointed in the “Man to Man” finale.
Acting-wise, I thought all the cast did great within the limits of the characters they were given. What I mean is, that all the characters were enjoyable to watch because they were portrayed well, but the characters themselves were underdeveloped. I thought Seol Woo and Do-ha were developed enough, and since they were the two main characters I was content with that.
Long review short, I loved “Man to Man.” Park Hae Jin’s face is hilarious, the plot is a spy-romcom, and the OSTs are great. I say give it two episodes, but you can probably tell if it’s the type of show for you or not after just watching the pilot.
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This drama is something special. It's not just your regular slice of life romantic drama, it really sucks you in from the first episode and then makes you fall in love with all the characters, again and again. The casting for this drama was spectacular. I was rather surprised to learn that this was Se Jeong's first acting role. I was never one for the Produce 101 series but I didn't realize she was actually a kpop idol haha. Either way, she really knocked it out of the park! It kind of reminded me of my girl Eunji when I first saw her in Reply 1997. She's got that spunk, for real. I can't wait to see her again in another series someday.
That brings me to our main attraction, ofc, Jung Hyun. Boy am I happy this guy got a lead role. He clearly deserves a thousand more, and I hope this has really opened everyone's eyes to just how talented he is. I loved his portrayal of the cocky, sweet, kind-hearted but mischievous Tae Woon, and he really made the show what it was. I think Tae Woon was the reason I continued watching episode after episode (I'll admit, I'm kind of in love with him.) The supporting cast were just as fabulous, with rising stars Dong Yoon and Ji Hoon. I also adore Park Se Wan and after seeing her refreshing role in Radiant Office, I'm eager to also catch another one of her roles sometime! Even though I loved to hate the arrogant douche that was Hee Chan, he really made that character his own.
The story was entertaining; maybe a little too surreal, but let's be honest, its kdrama. Although it didn't particularly 'break the mould,' I think it knew exactly what it wanted to be and where it wanted its story to end up. I completed the drama feeling pretty damn satisfied for the most part.
Although I can't really say much about the music, (if I'm honest I was far too engaged with what was happening to even really take much notice), I still really loved the instrumental track and felt really pumped whenever I heard it. It really went with the theme and the setting of the drama too. I feel like a couple of the tracks (the ones I did remember) also helped to really tug those emotional heartstrings, because there were a number of times I would find myself with tears flowing down my cheeks. That might have had a little something to do with the beautiful chemistry between our fabulous main leads though.
Now, anyone who knows me, knows I don't rewatch things very often. Dramas, movies, shows, I just never really bother, nor enjoy it. But I think I would rewatch this a thousand times, if only to see that overwhelmingly sexy smile of Jung Hyun's over and over. Because really, if anything, that's a reason enough to dip your toes into this brilliant series.
I still am gonna go all out and say I'd love a one off special, but I know that's wishful thinking lmao.
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The film did everything that the dorama fought for 16 episodes to achieve and he only has an hour and a few other minutes. I know that the dorama had more time to work with the characters (even the secondary ones), but this is the question: it didn’t have to.
The film focused on the main story and it went perfectly well and that is the power of a well written script. Despite having a huge love for the Korean actor Lee Hyun Woo, Sato Takeru's main character was so beautifully presented (and very well acted) that I fell in love much more for him and his reasons. He simply didn’t need 16 one-hour episodes of a drama to make me identify with his reasons and fall in love with him.
The only thing I prefer about the dorama is how the songs were put into it, while there was a void in the movie when the characters listened to important songs that showed how the main character felt. Of course they were presented, but if they had been put in the film to complement the character and not only to be part of the soundtrack the result would be more flawless. But P.S: The translation of the songs in the movie are more beautiful than the korean version.
Can’t wait to watch the sequel to this wonderful movie! I want to enjoy Aki for much longer! Please watch it!
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I loved the first couple episodes. They were exciting and unpredictable (most of the time). But after the eighth ep, it slowed down a lot, so I got bored. Why did I stick with it till the end? I was already halfway through, so I stayed for the romance (haha, this isn't the first time something like this has happened) ;-)
Try this drama if you love light school dramas with a bit of mystery. I was really impressed by the acting of the cast, especially rookie actors Kim Se Jung and Kim Jung Hyun. Their chemistry is over the roof. I found myself skipping through episodes just to get to their scenes. The side storylines were incorporated well. Like sunah said, School 2013 has the best bromance, School 2015 has the best second lead syndrome (rip), and School 2017 has the best male lead. I personally enjoyed School 2015 the most out of all the School series (except for that last episode), but go ahead and give School 2017 a try. It might be your type of drama. :-) It was a fun kdrama, even if it lost steam in the second half.
The final verdict: watch if you enjoy predictable fluffy dramas
Check out:
- Sassy Go Go
- Reply 1988
- Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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This drama was a complete disappointment. I know it was hyped up since everyone thought it was going to be like Goblin but it is not!! Initially, it was pretty cool since they are Gods but after that, all they do is boast that they are Gods and it gets really boring. There isn't really much character development. In fact, the second couple was so much better. There was good growth that you can see.
CAST-4/5
They were pretty much okay but there was NO CHEMISTRY at all between Shin Se Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk that the romance parts looked more like awkward parts than romantic.
ACTING-3.5/5
Krystal and Gong Myung were hella amazing! Even for Im Joo Hwan, their acting was so good that it seemed more like they were the main in this drama.
RECOMMEND-0/5
Definitely a NO NO to watch if you can't stand any of the above. TBH, I would say it was a waste of my time to watch but the second couple made things more pleasant.
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Yuuki in my opinion honestly covers the ordeals of the people around the sick person perfectly.
The acting was just right. It wasn't overly melo or overly bittersweet.
I think this was one of Kazuya-chan's best acted characters.
Everyone was quite relatable. When someone is sick we tend to think that everyone suddenly starts to care for them 24/7 but the reality is everyone has their own life that they have to live even if it hurts to do so. and that was well expressed in Yuuki.
I started crying after the first scene cause all I could think about was my sister. Even though her illness is curable it still hurts us to see her in so much pain and I'm like Hama-chan, trying to pretend everything is fine. It's definitely worth watching, especially if you're feeling down and need a cleanse. Not because it will make you want to treasure life more or anything like that but because you can get a good cry out of it to calm yourself down.
"To comprehend the value of one year,
just ask the student who failed their entrance exam.
To comprehend the value of one month,
just ask a mother who gave birth to a premature baby.
To comprehend the value of one week,
just ask the editor of a weekly newspaper.
To comprehend the value of one hour,
Just ask the lovers who are waiting to meet.
To comprehend the value of one minute,
just ask the people who missed their stop on the train.
To comprehend the value of one second,
just ask the person who managed to avoid an accident just in time.
To comprehend the value of one tenth of a second,
just ask the person who ended up with the silver medal at the olympics.
The hands of the clock will continue ticking.
Therefore treasure every moment you have. And treat everyday as the utmost gift."
~Yuuki
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I loved this drama because it is about homeless people surviving in the streets and demonstrates how
anyone can be useful. But that's not all, because this drama also covers the following angles: revenge,
forbidden love, loyalty & betrayal, rags to riches, self reflection & self worth and death. The entire cast
was amazing. I gave this drama a 9 because of rewatch value & music. I do not usually rewatch dramas
and the music did not stand out to me. If it was not for those two categories, I would have given this
drama a 10. I highly recommend this drama because it was great and because it put a spotlight on the
homeless community. This drama also reminded me of John Wick 2 because they featured the
homeless and how useful they could be.
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Story - This got the highest marks and the main reason why i watched it. I love the idea and i'm a sucker for age gap relationships especially if it is older male younger female. This is the sole reason for watching it and now i wish i read the review before wasting 3 days of my time on it.
Acting/Cast - Well where do i start. I don't want to copy what others had said about the acting, which, is all true. Lin Lan Ser character is the most stiff person to watch, he almost resembles a broom. No idea if its because i'm watching it on my laptop but his shoulders look as if they are a foot long. As he is suppose to play a handsome character, the casting did a poor job ( i know this is down to personal preference so this is just my opinion).
Ruthainark was much better but just by a bit.
P'Nan - Extremely annoying acting like some spoiled brat. Found myself frustrated watching her scenes.
Don't get me started on the forehead kisses!!! We are in the 21st century now people ... who forehead kisses anymore! It showed lack of emotion, no urgency on important scenes, the computer graphics were shocking, the props were terrible (if your going to shoot someone .. at least make the gun look as if it isn't plastic and also make them spill wet blood rather than a red powder!)
The other characters are so so. I actually thought the Yong Wen was well cast. He had that evil aura when he acted. All the way threw though, i kept seeing Joo Won .. he's like his thai double lol.
Music - very low budget, played the same song over and over and it wasn't all that pleasing to the ears.
Overall - I wouldn't waste your time watching this unless you want to be frustrated. No skinship, poor acting and looks a very low budget. Sometimes, the scenes are cheesy that you can't help but smile particularly the ending;
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You can just watch this one without watching the live action, the storylines are not related. It focused on Sougo and Hijikata with Gintoki on the background. Gintoki is still as awesome as ever even only as a sidekick, don't worry. But Shinpachi and Kagura didn't appear here. Just like the live action, this drama literally follow the manga and didn't change any of the plot so it is very enjoyable for the fans. It used the same style and music from the live action so it didn't feel like two different Gintama.
You can just watch it alone or complete it with the live action. Nicely done, recommended.
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You know it's all over when you literally cannot sit still for more than five seconds throughout an entire drama. This was what School 2017 was to me. A great story, a phenomenal cast, fantastic character development, and amazing relationship dynamics that left me screaming and on the edge of my seat every monday-tuesday. While not my personal #1 drama of 2017 because I have particular tastes, it's my #1 must watch for everyone else of 2017. I go into specifics but scroll down to the last paragraph for my verdict.In regards to the story, it begins a bit rocky and a bit lacking, but the narrative really grows into itself with a charming ensemble and careful articulation of relationships.
If I could give a standing ovation to these new young actors, I would. The biggest surprise I think no one saw coming was Kim Sejeong nabbing a a leading role as her first, and then owning it so well. The lack of experience was apparent, but not an issue considering her ability to charm and her great connection to her character. Kim Jung Hyung was absolutely a show-stealer. From sageuk to high school slice of life, I'm so glad he's gaining more roles and recognition because I sincerely love his expressions.
The music was probably the weakest point of the drama, but in a way I'm glad they didn't capitalize upon it too heavily because it could have distracted from the other good elements of the drama.
Overall, this drama didn't hit deep, but it hit where it counts: the issues we encounter daily, and the brighter side of every situation. The characters are absolutely lovely and swoon-worthy (in terms of personality, not just looks!) and the leads have crazy chemistry.
VERDICT: This is wonderfully fun (like Fight for My Way), coming of age (like the Reply Series), and has the cutest romance (rivaling Weightlifting Fairy and SWDBS) I've seen in a while. I also find it to be an incredibly refreshing entry in the school series and overall genre and it could have eaily fallen into tropes and traps but remained refreshing and exciting! 10/10 would watch again!
***this has no spoilers as its for MDL, but I will be posting spoiler reviews on my blog that I'll link in my profile!!
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