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14 sai no Haha [14歳の母]



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Title:14 sai no Haha
14歳の母
14 years old Mother
Telecast:2006-10-11

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Synopsis
Shida Mirai, the young actress of Jyoou no Kyoushitsu fame, plays an average high school student who becomes pregnant with her lover’s child. The drama will show her gradually maturing as the circumstances around her change.

Soundtrack and Theme Songs (1)
1. Shirushi [Mr. Children]

Actor/Actress Cast (13)
Shida Mirai
志田未来

Ichinose Miki (14)
Tanaka Misako
田中美佐子

Ichinose Kanako
Namase Katsuhisa
生瀬勝久

Ichinose Tadahiko
Yamaguchi Sayaka
山口紗弥加

Endo Kyoko
Miura Haruma
三浦春馬

Kirino Satoshi
Takahata Atsuko
高畑淳子
Kaito Ken
海東健
Kaneko Sayaka
金子さやか
Muroi Shigeru
室井滋
Koumoto Junichi
河本準一

Mitsui Makoto
Tanimura Mitsuki
谷村美月

Yanagisawa Mayu
Kitano Kii
北乃きい

Kubota Megumi
Koike Rina
小池里奈

Nagasaki Sayaka
長崎さやか
  

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Drama Reviews (10)
!!WARNING!!
The review section may contain spoilers! Please understand
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1. Umm... isnt she still in jr high? 中学2年生じゃ [Rating: 9/10]
Isn't she still in jr. high? 中学2年生じゃないの?

「plays an average high school student who becomes pregnant with her lover’s child.」
Reviewed by Goodearl on 21 November 2006
2. O V E R H Y P E D [Rating: 2/10]
This series is fueled by nothing but hype. The only thing it has to offer is the controversial title.

Yes, it sounds controversial, but what happened? They addressed nothing about being mother at 14. The whole time the topic was about how to raise a child without a father... You do not have to be 14 to have this problem. They kept saying society will not be so easy on them, yet whenever Miki makes a cheesey speech, they somehow give in to her demands. The producers were trying to make it moving and made those characters cry, but I couldn't stop laughing because the characters were so stupidly naive and cheesey. Only Kirino's mother made any sense. The reporter somehow disappeared in the end... Bad script sums it up pretty well. Nothing unexpected happened in 11 episodes.

The acting and casting was also horrible. First off, Shida Mirai is too immature for this role. Yes, 14 year olds can get pregnant, but not someone underdeveloped like Shida (Her best friend maybe) and I couldn't stop laughing when she tried to produce milk for the baby. Her character is unrealistically stubborn and confident, it's hard to believe real person like her would exist in Japan. Kirino is a bastard, I guess the acting is fine in this case, but the character is such a pathetic weakling, it was disgusting. Mother was okay, but the father's acting was just a mockery to all viewers. Namase should stick to being a comedian. The reporter was too cool, and in the end he did nothing.

I will definitely NOT have watched this series if I knew how it would turn out to be, and NTV's advertisement team is godly for achieving such high viewership rating with such a worthless dorama.
Reviewed by 8thSin on 11 December 2006
3. nice drama for yr 2006 [Rating: 8/10]
its a damn nice drama for the whole yr of 2006.. although from the title, everyone sure will noe tat the little girl will gib birth to the baby but it shows the problem which the girl will face and how she overcome it... the story goes very smoothly wifout any part rashing suddenly or wat..
towards the end its very touching and tat little girl really acted very well despite of her age.. good job!
Reviewed by biggirl20 on 6 January 2007
4. Captivating Drama - best I've seen in over a year [Rating: 10/10]
Lately, I have been resorting to Korean dramas since most of the Japanese ones in 2006 weren't all that wonderful. Simply put - there are three reasons why this story turned out well:

1. The plot and theme is unique. There are several movies/dramas about having a baby, but this topic is extremely taboo, since children bearing children is considered quite an embarassing thing.
2. The entire cast was necessary. Each and every main/support character had a serious influence on Miki and Satoshi - and since the story and plot is particularly interesting to begin with, acting out the parts was almost instinctual for everyone.
3. There is a resolution, but a possible set up for a continuation. Since a 14 year old bearing a baby is quite a substantial subject, instead of cramming an entire way of life into one season, the production leaves off at a point where everyone can be happy, but the future is completely in question.

Altogether, I think this is a must-see if you consider yourself a fan of Jyou no Kyoushitsu, Shida Mirai, Shotgun Marriage, and other great dramas that have dealt with difficult questions. The OST is magnificent, the quality of actors is superb, and the experience is captivating.

On a final note, I will also say that this drama gives an incredible view on abortion. I won't spoil, but while countries like America babble about morality and narcissism, dramas like this bring up points not to be ignored whatsoever.
Reviewed by requiem on 31 March 2007
5. education drama [Rating: 8/10]
education drama, very good. But I hate the face of the hero
Reviewed by goku2004 on 25 June 2007
6. Great Drama [Rating: 9/10]
This was my third dorama, but I LOVED IT!!! I love Miki and her family...
Reviewed by lalagonca on 5 August 2007
7. A pretty decent series [Rating: 8/10]
Shida Mirai does a great job as Ichinose Miki and carries her role out quite well for her age. Tanaka Misako and Namase Katsuhisa play her parents very well having played similar roles in Brother Beat. The main weakness of this dorama is with Miura Haruma who seems to always just have this stunned look on his face and Kaito Ken's character seems a bit underdeveloped. But otherwise, a pretty good series!
Reviewed by Shindou on 31 August 2007
8. A story that is always repeated can! [Rating: 7/10]
The story is often repeated in this world, it also makes frequent errors, sometimes the same mistakes again and again

Well, should also make the anrede trust and mutual trust!
The girl is in a delicate situation, not to trust their parents, because the do not have time, friendship also has its complex and more…

A sad drama that is not necessarily must-see! but it can correct any person today!
Reviewed by jed_ka on 4 May 2008
9. Must See! [Rating: 9/10]
A real good dorama with wonderful score!
Reviewed by JapanAi on 5 July 2008
10. THis drama is quite good [Rating: 8/10]
Interesting drama with nice OST. The only problem is the main actor, Kirino Satoshi, can't act at all and not exceptional too. I don't understand the hype about him.
Reviewed by doramafan on 25 July 2008

Comments From Users (65)
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This section may contain spoilers! Do not proceed if you
do not want to read about this drama's endings and plots!


1. Comments by Ohmiya [Rating: 8/10]
What to say.. i would never gice birth at teenage
2. Comments by j_rock [Rating: 9/10]
every tears in single episode
3. Comments by Nermal [Rating: 9/10]
Watched it from beginning `til end every week on TV and was always looking forward to the next week.

This turned out to be a very nice adaptation of the manga itself and also very well brought by it`s cast.

A story that is bound to make you think about life itself but also your relation with your own parents or with your children.
4. Comments by natzumi [Rating: 7/10]
I'm impressed with the lead actress. She acts so well dispite her young age. I'll continue with this one. Another plus for this jdrama is the kickass soundtrack.
5. Comments by x_XJules [Rating: 7/10]
a little slow at times but towards the end it really picks up. the lead character is very admirable. i'm not sure i could be as couragous as she was and she's 14!! be prepared to cry a little with this series ^^
6. Comments by expanzee [Rating: 8/10]
This one is very good, with a Takashi Sorimachi kicker in the end.
7. Comments by Lee-chan [Rating: 7/10]
Overrated, but not abyssmal. It's more "feel-good" than the intended "controversial," with hit-and-miss performances from the cast.
8. Comments by Orion [Rating: 7/10]
shida mirai definetly my motivation to watch this series
9. Comments by lynn [Rating: ?/10]
Copy
10. Comments by atheon [Rating: 9/10]
Dec 2006: I thought it was gonna be the best of this year when I watched the first episode. However it's hard to please the audience since this drama was focus on the controversial topic, difficult to write a suitable solution. For me I liked it alot, there were some annoying parts as well, one will be Satoshi's acting, his expression is soo wooden-ish!! Luckily it became better towards the end. Another is the tabloid thing, it was pointless and exaggerated. Great acting by Shida Mirai, she's only 13!!! And the parents as well. Lastly, SUPERB theme song by Mr. Children~!!! The opening just fits the song perfectly.
11. Comments by rikastar [Rating: 6/10]
I thought the 1st episode was good, but after that it went downhill.
The titleback with Misuchiru's Shirushi was my favourite part of the entire drama.
12. Comments by Shuin [Rating: 8/10]
nice heart warming show =)
13. Comments by Goodearl [Rating: 9/10]
We need dramas like this in the US to discuss the same issues... Still watching...
14. Comments by maui [Rating: 6/10]
controversial. the story starting good but after ep2 i don't feel enjoy watching the series but overall good try.
15. Comments by MrNiceGuy [Rating: 8/10]
Not bad! What will you do if you're pregnant at 14 years old? Then watch this!
16. Comments by yo-chan [Rating: 8/10]
Very good!
17. Comments by lesamouraifou [Rating: 10/10]
Sad but ends well!!!
really good Drama
18. Comments by mmyy [Rating: 8/10]
A happy touching show. Never knew Shida Mirai could act so well, and she was just 13 too. Recommended for everyone who likes dramas that make them cry a lot.
19. Comments by Milano [Rating: 8/10]
Good job.
20. Comments by 8thSin [Rating: 2/10]
Waste of time.
21. Comments by Amika [Rating: 6/10]
no my cup of tea.. the only thing i like about the drama was the theme song by mr.children and one of the track from the OST..
22. Comments by Lifo [Rating: 8/10]
Enjoyable.
23. Comments by ct_subang [Rating: 5/10]
one helluva emotional family drama..Shida-chang...splendid as always!
24. Comments by oldasianguy [Rating: 10/10]
gotto like this drama ...Shida Mirai and Tanaka Misako gave award type performance as daughter and mother...The only downer was the actor who played the father..Namase Kaisuhisa...whose previous acting roles were comical...the trick series/gokusan series ...it was hard to take him seriously....
25. Comments by g_hunter1 [Rating: 8/10]
Another controversial issue is brought up by this drama. It stars the Shida Mirai from Jyoou no Kyoushitsu fame.
26. Comments by uglymale [Rating: 8/10]
This drama gives a somewhat "realistic" portrayal of the circumstances. Although some parts are a bit too slowly paced and there are too many "hand on tummy" shots. Camera work and soundtrack were beautiful.
27. Comments by citrusrain [Rating: 10/10]
Very touching drama ... the girl -Shida Mirai- is reallly good at acting
28. Comments by RumoZamonien [Rating: 4/10]
Well, it's just one of those things that attract you like honey attracts bees - I mean, every girl wants to know what that 14-year-old is doing, becoming a mother and all.
29. Comments by biggirl20 [Rating: 7/10]
its a damn nice drama for the whole yr of 2006.. although from the title, everyone sure will noe tat the little girl will gib birth to the baby but it shows the problem which the girl will face and how she overcome it... the story goes very smoothly wifout any part rashing suddenly or wat..
towards the end its very touching and tat little girl really acted very well despite of her age.. good job!
30. Comments by Houko [Rating: 10/10]
I like dramatic dramas XD
and Shida Mirai and the song "Shirushi" by Mr.Children - wonderful <3
31. Comments by ffrostte [Rating: 8/10]
Nice story but a bit slow in the middle. The little actress in it did very well but I don't really like the ending as much as the previous episodes. Still worth a watch nonetheless.
32. Comments by ume [Rating: 5/10]
The soundtrack was great. Mr. Children has outdone themselves. The cover of the box was also great, as was the beginning credits part when everyone was lying in fetal position. But although there was alot more potential in this subject, the scriptwriters have managed to wreck it by pulling out the whole plot way too long. Basically it's like....ooo am I gunna carry the baby or kill it and dealing with what the outside world thinks. Should've shown her trying to take care of the child. Would've been more interesting.
33. Comments by mitha-chan [Rating: 8/10]
fun!! u can watch this drama with smile.. xD
34. Comments by fatalchaoz [Rating: 7/10]
Still watching~~
35. Comments by k4g0me [Rating: 6/10]
Not very realistic....how could she not have a belly at 7 months?? sigh....
36. Comments by Kirari Ililah [Rating: 7/10]
*posting later*
37. Comments by requiem [Rating: 10/10]
I consider giving a 10 to a show a serious compliment. With careful approach to the topic, 14 sai no haha is a drama with a statement to make.

Abortion is a serious issue in the Western world, and all the drive behind doing it or not is a moral issue. However, this show takes on a completely different perspective: instead of running away, why not embrace the troubled road ahead? The trials that the main character has in this series convey a thought process of love and concern for the baby; not whether or not it is moral to abort it or not.

In terms of acting, Shida Mirai, I believe, is an astounding actress in the making. For a 15 year old she is capable of expressing herself as well as any cheesy Disney teenage celebrity - if not better than them now having done a role like this. It is my sincere wish that someday the entire world will know her.
38. Comments by Swedish_Japan_Lover [Rating: 8/10]
Good dorama ~~
more commets coming soon...
39. Comments by JackClark [Rating: 10/10]
Very good drama, well acted. The little girl was awesome.
40. Comments by monta [Rating: 7/10]
i actually think it was a bit overhyped. it wasn't as good as i thought it would be. and the pace is just too slow. But the role girl (forgot her name) i love how she started as one hell of an annoying 14 year old teen brat and becomes mature as months pass by

but it did feel more like 14 year-old pregnant girl instead of 14 year-old mother

amusing OST. i love how the background music keeps playing all the time. and i love Mr.Children's song
41. Comments by LuvinJdrama1579 [Rating: 10/10]
This was a very educational story line and very touching.
42. Comments by moeru_h [Rating: 7/10]
Still watching. I'm in the middle of it. I find the story a little dragging so I can't really make myself do a marathon (unlike with other dramas I've watched). But I think things will get better as the story progresses.
43. Comments by irwinner [Rating: 7/10]
The story had potential, but ends up being boring. The reporter part was rather interesting.
44. Comments by sahabat9 [Rating: 8/10]
overall, a great drama.. though i don't like the idea about a 14th year old n unmarried mother..:)
45. Comments by miszJLi [Rating: 8/10]
really saddening
46. Comments by sugar_pain [Rating: 8/10]
Pretty good. But Shida Mirai looks only like 11 or something like that! I can't imagine her having a baby. It's just.... wierd.
But a godd drama, worth watching.
47. Comments by slashersam016 [Rating: ?/10]
definitely gonna be in my next watch list...
48. Comments by Takashi [Rating: 8/10]
pretty good, interesting! was alittle slow from ep 5-7, but than started to pick up.... i wonder what happens to miki in the future! meaning behind the drama, " the importance and significance of life"
49. Comments by ducko [Rating: ?/10]
[currently watching]
50. Comments by lalagonca [Rating: 9/10]
Me gusto mucho.
51. Comments by aiscess [Rating: 8/10]
I got my eyes on this series a month before it aired. Well, who wouldn't? Just by seeing the title, I was eagerly waiting to watch it. But now I guess, the series wasn't that complicated compared to it's title. Miki was even lucky to have the guy acknowledged the baby and have her parents stand by her decisions. But usually, now a days, it doesn't just go like that. I guess, reality is still harsh. Even the school.. I doubt that they will do something like that in real life. The song of Mr. Children really complimented the atmosphere of the entire series.
52. Comments by Shindou [Rating: 8/10]
A decent dorama starring Shida Mirai, Tanaka Misako and Namase Katsuhisa - the parents remind me a bit of their partnering in Brother Beat. The choice of Miura Haruma is a bit weak and Kaito Ken's character really seems to come out of nowhere and doesn't get explained too well. Otherwise, pretty good work!
53. Comments by lelokong [Rating: 10/10]
i know a lot of people dislike this drama because there wasnt any romance and alot of her just narrating, but it was still a great drama.
54. Comments by debabsayang [Rating: 10/10]
Shida Mirai!!!
55. Comments by Ezalor [Rating: 7/10]
Shida Mirai rocks! I have great expectations towards the future of her career. The Drama is quite basic acting-wise and a bit below average story-wise. Katsuhisa was a bad choice for the father because, despite of his good acting, he made me laugh every time when i saw him on the screen because of his hilarious roles in the past. The drama has a typical happy end, which can be satisfying for everybody.
56. Comments by kirei_lanford [Rating: 9/10]
unbelievable story if this happened,,, like the title said
57. Comments by b0redomness [Rating: 9/10]
It was good, although Shida Mirai looked a bit too young? And like, the guy who plays her love interest looked way older, even though they're supposed to be playing people 1 year apart. Aside from that, it was good.
58. Comments by pinkokoro [Rating: 9/10]
COMPLETE. SS. a deep drama about a 14 year old girl getting pregnant. It's a story on how she deals with her surrounding, friends, neighbours, etc. Who can she turn too? very well executed.
59. Comments by Vinny_Duvet [Rating: 8/10]
досмотрел до конца
60. Comments by suzuyuki [Rating: 6/10]
still watching
61. Comments by jed_ka [Rating: 7/10]
The story is often repeated in this world, it also makes frequent errors, sometimes the same mistakes again and again

Well, should also make the anrede trust and mutual trust!
The girl is in a delicate situation, not to trust their parents, because the do not have time, friendship also has its complex and more…

A sad drama that is not necessarily must-see! but it can correct any person today!
62. Comments by Amano_Tsukiko [Rating: 6/10]
The biggest problem is that there are too many peoples that are supportive. The drama doesn't push the main character's ordeal far enough.
63. Comments by azngelique [Rating: 9/10]
i love haruma.. the story is amazing.. all teenagers should watch this.. great drama..
64. Comments by Sterjeny [Rating: ?/10]
I Like Miura Haruma and Shida Mirai but I think the serie is quite borring, this was my second dorama because of Shida Mirai which I saw in Tantei Gakuen Q
65. Comments by chibichan [Rating: 8/10]
this dorama teach me something about responsibility, everything comes with consequences. Very nice story

Users who voted for this drama (16)
1. jpop*girl
2. Tohru_chan
3. Yama-Yama-YamaP
I love this Dorama <3~
4. mhaellix
Love the controversial story!
5. Milano
6. morita
This dorama has a good story... It is about a young girl who's pregnant because she fell in love with a boy.. Interesting story to follow...
7. Dega Kima
8. lalagonca
It's a great dorama with a great actress!
9. gaban
great ! this drama talk about how to be responsible human, though i fell litle bore when eps 5 till 7, i fell this drama is one of my favourite drama
10. Spirit_Moon
Good Story, Great Theme Song (Shirushi), Decent Acting for Kirino-kun. Superb Acting for Miki-chan.!
11. timelapse
12. ojouprincess
i liked it... even though she's just 14, she's mature enough to take responsibility for her actions.
13. tobu
great acting by shida mirai. kitano kie also acts in here, so those who wants more of her after repeating LIFE for like a thousand times can try this one ;P
14. vietxmikey
I teared a few times while I watched this series :X it was soo sad T_T
15. JapanAi
A real good dorama with wonderful score!
16. azngelique