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| 1. | Wishlist [Rating: ?/10]
This drama definitely falls in my Wishlist~! Ryo-kun~
This drama is soo great!! Definitely a tear jerker... Never missed any episodes... Awesome! Great casts! The heroin is sooo sweet and a great actress too.. |
| Reviewed by tInoltin on 15 September 2005 |
| 2. | cant wait to watch the rest!! [Rating: ?/10]
i only watched 2 eps of this drama. its very sad story based on a true story. im sure it'll be another sekachu...maybe even sadder... |
| Reviewed by kawaii_kinki on 26 October 2005 |
| 3. | Heart moving, heart breaking : a must see ! [Rating: 10/10]
The fact that this drama was based upon a real story makes this truly heart moving, even heart breaking. Honestyl, I couldn't help myself crying when watching episodes 2 & 3. I guess the rest of the series will be emotionally painful.
I also have to emphasize the fact that Sawajiri Erika's performance is exceptional. I would have never imagine she was able to perform like a true actress. Most of japanese teen actror/actress don't cry on screen (I guess they don't know how to cry on screen). But Sawajiri does. And she does pretty well : it definitely adds a true deep emotional dimension to her performance. I am very impressed, because I thought she was only one of those "teen idols" Japan produces each month, but I am glad to realize I was wrong and that she has a strong potential as an true actress. |
| Reviewed by MSZ-006C1 on 30 October 2005 |
| 4. | Fantastic! [Rating: 10/10]
This is really good! (Ryo-chaaaan xD)
its so sad but its also very comic sometimes
I cried all the time when I watched it...
watch this dorama! its Great
cant wait for the next episode :) |
| Reviewed by Swedish_Japan_Lover on 8 November 2005 |
| 5. | wanna watch [Rating: ?/10]
kore maji cho mitai!!! ryo ga deteruueni, suge ii hanashi??? gahhhh, hon mo yomitaiyo---- |
| Reviewed by momo_chan on 29 November 2005 |
| 6. | Touching drama [Rating: 10/10]
A tear-jerker from start to end. Very touching. Good selection of casts too. |
| Reviewed by cheeqo on 13 December 2005 |
| 7. | TETSUDATTE KUDASSAIIIIIWwWWwW PLEsSS XDDD [Rating: 10/10]
WATASHI WA SAYURI DESU YORoPpiku OnEgaiShimAsu nee XD
PERU KARA KITE moOu---6 nEn KuRai TACchimasUUu KEDOOOOoO AnnMAri"""NIHONGO""YOuuZu De Wa ArimAshEnnNn XSSS
DRAMA suGoiDEsuU nEe....MiTeru TO SuGgOiiiii KANDOU shimAsUshiiiii!!!(L)(U)
HOnTOu ni AyA-Chan KAWaiSOoOO!!!NAnDE ByoUkI Ga chouDO AYa ChAn ni kEmTA nO KAnAAa¿?S0Re Wa.......(N)
Ahh!!!!TORRENT?????kAna :S ????DOuuuYatTee DOWloAnD suRunDesu-ka???MAE kaRA ZuuuuuuuuuuuuTtO SoRe wO kikiTakuTe....:S:S HonTOw ni PC De miTaI Desu!!!!!
DaKARa DaRekAAa oShieTE kuRemASenkAAaa???OnEGai onEGaiii.......PlEASE!!!!!!!!!
(((((YARiKATa oShiETe kuDAa Saii!!!!!!!!!)))))))))))
DEWa DEWa...MinnA kYoUSuKETEee!!!
bai bAiiChUUUUUU!!!!!! |
| Reviewed by chikibbom on 16 December 2005 |
| 8. | Really touching! [Rating: 10/10]
Based on a real story about a girl with a terminal illness, 1L of Namida is one of the most touching dorama series ever! You won't be able to wait to see the next episode. Great acting by the 6 main characters filled with memorable scenes. |
| Reviewed by 8thSin on 22 December 2005 |
| 9. | One of the best [Rating: 10/10]
It hit my top 10 best jdorama of the year.
Words can't be used to describe this jdorama. |
| Reviewed by narutaki on 26 December 2005 |
| 10. | beautiful [Rating: 10/10]
This was an absolutely splendid drama; everything from the actors' performances, the story to the music even was superb. I cried so much from watching this drama.
Erika Sawajiri was a great lead actress :) She pulled off a very moving performance and overall, she did a great job. Nishikido Ryo was a good supporting actor, and his character was absolutely lovable. A special mention as well to Narumi Riko, because she was brilliant despite her young age.
This drama will make you shed a lot of tears; don't be fooled by initial impression. This has taught me a lot of important lessons and has made a great impact on me. I love it! |
| Reviewed by Antique Pop on 28 December 2005 |
| 11. | Dont take things for granted [Rating: 10/10]
I think everyone should watch this drama regardless rather you hate sad stories or not. 1 Litre of Tears really touched my heart. It made me viewed life in a different way. It made me want to live on. |
| Reviewed by inutikidude on 30 December 2005 |
| 12. | Truly Amazing. One of the best dramas I have seen [Rating: 10/10]
There's really nothing to say except wow. This story is truly inspiring and beautiful. I have never felt this touched before when watching a drama. Aya-san's story is truly breathtaking. She had so much courage in the face of her disease.
Props to all the actors and actresses in this series. Everyone became the characters and gave excellent performances.
This should be on everyone's MUST SEE list. |
| Reviewed by MissMonika on 1 January 2006 |
| 13. | The best drama !!! [Rating: 10/10]
I started seeing this drama becasue of Ryo>.<....but later on,i continued this drama because of the touching story and characters.
This drama is definely a life-altering series,this drama tought me alot about life,about not giving up ,about treasuring my friends and family...this drama is REALLY sad~~~i really cried 1 litre of tears...i always dislike this kind of sad-ish series,but,this is the 1st sad-ish drama that i enjoyed watching even if i cried about 90% of the time watching it.
I recommand this show to everyone,you'll surely learn something out of this wonderful,touching,real-life drama...what are you watiing for?quickly get this show!!!NOW!!!! |
| Reviewed by sharonfruits on 11 January 2006 |
| 14. | Try not to cry [Rating: 10/10]
When I first heard the title of this drama I thought the title sounded silly and lugubrious and the show would be horribly overwrought. I just finished watching the final episode and have to say the title is perfect and the drama is nearly perfect. The story is, of course, sad but also inspirational. I pretty much cried every episode. I guess the fact that it is inspired by true events is what made it so poignant for me. I'm truely amazed by the courage of this young woman and what she, and others like her, have to endure.
The acting was good all around. I had never seen Erika Sawajiri act before; she was just a pretty face to me. I was completely blown away by her performance. Her abitlity to portray both strength and fragility was amazing. I will definitely be hunting out other work by her.
For a story of this type it's hard to think of a better one. |
| Reviewed by johnjeon on 11 January 2006 |
| 15. | Great! [Rating: 10/10]
very inspirational, i really had a liter of tears... may i know if i can buy some cds of this drama series? share please |
| Reviewed by nokiko on 11 January 2006 |
| 16. | tears will always come out, without you recognizin [Rating: 10/10]
this is a Jdorama where you're going to have tears flowing down from your eyes, without even you recognizing it!!
wut a story!! definitely not one of those cheap sad story, and will definitely stay in our mind for long time!
the main lead actress, Erika Sawajiri definitely DID more than a great job. the way she acted is real!! Here we come, the next Japan's superstar, ERIKA SAWAJIRI!!
btw... is the cast for the other disabled girl, the same one who played the character Aya in the movie version?? i think so.. |
| Reviewed by wahyu_ru on 20 January 2006 |
| 17. | a tearjerker but worth it to the last tear [Rating: 10/10]
this drama was bound to be depressing right from the outset, but i kept on watching every week just to stay in touch with the progression of aya's disease. it was a very shocking and different kind of sad drama because it focused a lot on the physical aspects of the disease, as it worsened in each episode. it also placed a lot of emphasis on the family's interactions and the family's reactions to aya's conditions... superb acting by all. sawajiri erika deserves more than just praise for her convincing portrayal of the strong-willed aya, and nishikido ryo amazed me in his role of haruto, the seemingly brooding boy who becomes a close confidante and more than just a friend of aya's. but i think that seeing how aya's family acted that caused me to cry in so many episodes... i wouldn't be surprised if i cried more than one litre of tears. but it's so worth it. the fact that this story is based on a true story makes this drama even more of a must-watch... seeing the pictures and quotes from the real aya's story at the end of each episode was... really overwhelmingly powerful. |
| Reviewed by sawadasmile on 21 January 2006 |
| 18. | The character [Rating: 10/10]
I cried watching this....
Does Ikeuchi Aya resemble the late Kitou Aya perfectly? |
| Reviewed by jarollz77 on 23 January 2006 |
| 19. | 20 out of 10 [Rating: 10/10]
If there is a score of 20/10, thats what I will gonna give to this heart warming story, I've seen at least 20+ or so Jdorama in 2005, but none of those gave me such a strong feeling 'To live my life to the Fullest' I can't love this story enough. Before I watch this story, I know nothing about SCD, but after I watched, I know there are people out there suffer this illess....This story gave me the strength to help those who are in needs. Everyone, If theres only 1 Series you want to watch this year, This is IT. |
| Reviewed by UtadaFan on 24 January 2006 |
| 20. | 1 Litre of Tears [Rating: 10/10]
This jdorama is so very special to me. I haven't cried like this since I was about 7 years old. It's one of those rare and precious stories, which is both joyful and painful to sit through at the same time. It's a story, which makes me feel lucky to be here... and well.
A life-altering MASTERPIECE! |
| Reviewed by azzwipe on 28 January 2006 |
| 21. | Prepare tissues [Rating: 10/10]
I think this drama is the saddest thing I have ever watched. I've never cried so much while watching anything. Almost every single episode I found tears dripping from my face. The acting was incredible. Erika did a great job in making the character Aya seem so loveable. The doctor and the family members acting skills were also very convincing. This drama also made me realize what a great actor Nishikido Ryo is as well. I didn't really like him nor hate him before watching 1 liter, but now I'm a big fan of his. The Aya x Haruto scenes were so sweet and adorable...thinking about it makes me smile.
The soundtrack of this drama makes it even more amazing. I loved the insert songs "KonaYuki" and "sangatsu kokonoka." The theme song is also very touching. I've watched it twice already and it was touching even the second time around. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. |
| Reviewed by noodlefreak on 8 February 2006 |
| 22. | erika brilliant role [Rating: 10/10]
this dorama is so overwhelming and tear jerker, although i'm a guy i've cried so much while i was watching this dorama, erika's role as ikeuchi aya was so perfect and one of the saddest dorama i've ever seen in my life, i like the music in dorama and one thing that made me cry so much was "words" used in dorama, very inspirational
this dorama is one of my favourite of all time.
hope to see erika in more great role |
| Reviewed by aki4eva on 11 February 2006 |
| 23. | worth than 1 litre of tear [Rating: 10/10]
i've watched this dorama through pplive and it was worth of everything, the actress was so perfectly matched to the role and dorama was so breathtaking, the story is beautiful and yet very sad. |
| Reviewed by aki4eva on 11 February 2006 |
| 24. | "words" [Rating: 10/10]
in this dorama "kotoba" is the reason that gave me tear
inspirational words used by aya is heartwarming and very emotional.
"To live" is the most important word for patients because they somehow have to find a way to live each day and this dorama was one of the example. Aya's desire to live is so strong and powerful that i was overwhelmed by her strong minded. The most important thing in our life is to live each day and cherish the day we had in our live. This dorama thought me a reason to live each day and give hope to many people. |
| Reviewed by aki4eva on 12 February 2006 |
| 25. | does anyone know when will dvd come out? [Rating: ?/10]
when will dvd for 1 litto come out?
i'll defenitely buy dvd |
| Reviewed by aki4eva on 13 February 2006 |
| 26. | 1 litre of tear [Rating: ?/10]
it a tuoching drama, i love ryou in that movies....he soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo hot!! |
| Reviewed by itsasiangirl on 20 February 2006 |
| 27. | Looking at life with a different perspective [Rating: 10/10]
you get to see life with aya's eyes. this drama is amazing. it makes you want to live life to the fullest and help those around you. you'll be surprised just to watch how aya puts everyone else before herself and humbly wishes to help anybody, especially people like herself when she's really the one that others should help.
the family's reactions are touching. her parents, sisters, and brother are extremely loving and caring - a perfect family. and asou-kun. you'll grow to love this guy lol. btw, the music is like SUPERB, i couldn't stop singing it in the shower, to sleep, and even in school. the acting is incredibly awesome (go erika!). although i must admit, if there was more romance..just a little more, nothing too huge, then i think it would have earned a true, perfect 10. i know that's not the objective of the drama, but wouldn't a well-rounded drama be the best? =)
anyway, you wouldn't want to miss this! it doesn't matter if you like dramas or not. watch it lol. if you hate touchy slash sad dramas, watch it! you don't actually cry because it's sad; you cry because you feel amazed by aya's humbleness and the cares of her friends and family. |
| Reviewed by pandaguitarist on 22 February 2006 |
| 28. | MUST SHOW! [Rating: 10/10]
Highly recommended......sad story that really make u part of the drama as well.... |
| Reviewed by gtxcyborg on 5 March 2006 |
| 29. | Anyone with a heart will love this. [Rating: 10/10]
Makes you appreciate your health and life better. Gd values instilled, great soundtrack by K, great acting, heart-rending story without nonsensical tragedy. The vcd last me for 4 days and 4 days I had puffy eyes. ENough said. A classic for collection! |
| Reviewed by aki_07 on 5 March 2006 |
| 30. | NICE!! [Rating: 10/10]
i have onli manage to get the 1st ep of the show. but it already capture my attention.a very nice n touching story!after so many yrs of watching jdrama this show will be name a classic like all those famous drama!! |
| Reviewed by mtvknight on 5 March 2006 |
| 31. | great [Rating: 10/10]
I just finished the whole drama today. One of the saddest stories i have ever heard in my life and also the saddest one i have ever watch on the screen. This drama made me even want to look up this spinocerebeller degenerative disease and see what it is all about. I really want to read that 1 litre of tears diary that she wrote when she had this disease. I believe it would be an interesting if not an uplifting read that won't be able to be put down such as with this whole series. This dorama series is highly recommended for anyone who just got into the joy of doramas or an dorama addict. It is guaranteed that it will be a tear jerker and anybody who watches it will crie that 1 litre of tears w/ every passing episode, and crie more and more until the tears truly comes out in the final episode. With this series, you will know the true meaning of becoming breathless. |
| Reviewed by vietchino on 10 March 2006 |
| 32. | really good [Rating: 10/10]
so inspiring me...great drama....great story......Thanks a LOT aya.... |
| Reviewed by roma on 11 March 2006 |
| 33. | I did cry almost 1 litre of tears... [Rating: 10/10]
It's totally touching and moving.
Though it's really sad as it appears in the title, but you'll also
feel warmth with the love from family and also from Asou-kun
while watching...
It's so great to be alive! |
| Reviewed by natsumii on 21 March 2006 |
| 34. | best dorama ever ^^ [Rating: 10/10]
the best dorama ever and will be
this dorama can make u appreciate ur life
2 thumbs up !!!!! ^^ |
| Reviewed by scylla87 on 30 March 2006 |
| 35. | 1 litre of tears BEST !!! [Rating: 10/10]
i cannot stop crying , and " TAK KERING GUSI " :(( , i dont to live anymore after watching this jdaroma. JDORAMA ROCKS |
| Reviewed by pakerole on 3 April 2006 |
| 36. | This will make your life THINK TWICE. [Rating: 10/10]
When i first read the synopsis, i thought it is just another true based drama which have been overdone.
And after reading those reviews, I thought those who mentioned it must be over exaggerated. How can this drama so dramatic and left impact on some viewers??? So I decided to buy and watch it and judge for myself.
I wasn't that thrilled after watching episode 1. I found it quite normal and nothing so sad about it. It was the episode 3 that makes the whole drama the turning point. That was when you realised your tears flowing out so easily. That was when your heart starts to feel sad for Aya.
In this drama, it reflects how cruel our society is.
When Aya is down with the deadly disease, you can see how friends keep away from her.
You realised how fortunate to be a healthy person and the ugliness of public perception at those disabled.
You can see how her 1st boyfriend shun her despite that he knows that she suffered from the disease.
You realised friends are NOT forever to help you, they will feel 'tired' one day and give up on you.
You will understand the strength of a family support. That kind of strength that support till the end and never ever give up on you.
I thought Precious Time is sad but not until i watched Beautiful Life. I thought that is the saddest drama but that changed after watching Orange Days.
And i thought that's it. Enough of sad dramas.
But this was really a DRAMATIC drama, as a guy, i seldom shed a single tears for watching drama.
For this, i can't help it but feel sad for Aya.
and yes, i did shed 'a few' tears. She really motivates people with her strength and quotes.
Favourite quote:
"While other people struggling for their future, I'm struggling to live." |
| Reviewed by Deceased on 11 April 2006 |
| 37. | A Whole OUTSTANDING Cast, Sawajiri & Nishikido [Rating: 9/10]
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this drama, is was SO GREAT! Sawajiri does a great job in her dramas and she was phenominal with Nishikido!!! I watched the movie version of this and it was a little slow, so I suggest the drama over the movie. Sawajiri performed everything almost flawlessly, and she's so adorable it's hard not to think that she can do such a job!
She's constantly playing disabled characters, but she does a great job with them that you can't complain. She's good at putting the emotion into each scene, making me CRY! Nishikido was pretty excellent in this too, though he's just that cool type. Although there wasn't too much purpose for his character, the ineraction between the two was great. They have such good chemistry! Momosuke was pretty funny in this too, even though you only see him for moments at a time...
I suggest this drama for anyone that loves good stories and ones of inspiration. I do slightly feel sorry for the person that the story is based off of, getting it turned around and remade, but this one is just one of those dramas where it's hard to let go of! |
| Reviewed by Kirari Ililah on 14 April 2006 |
| 38. | Too sad [Rating: 7/10]
Must have cried in every eposide |
| Reviewed by muffin707 on 24 April 2006 |
| 39. | This is the dorama that will change youre life [Rating: 10/10]
First, let me start this review by saying that I do not like watching "pure" dramas. By pure, I mean those that lack any kind of comedy relief whatsoever. Second, I pride myself with the fact that I have never cried because of a show or movie. Ever. I even watched "Brian's Song" and "Saisyu Heiki Kanojo" and still nothing.
That being said, I can now say that my first and second statements no longer remain true. I started to watch this drama on a whim one day and was hooked from the beginning. hearing Erika Sawajiri's eerily weak voice during the first few minutes of the series already broke my heart. Erika Sawajiri was excellent in her role as Aya, and her performance was flawless. The entire cast was also great and the writing was nothing short of remarkable. The fact that it was based on a true story only adds more depth to it. This is the first show that actually made me cry, and by cry I dont mean "teary eyed but never really falls" cry, I mean "tears falling down while making weird noises" cry.
Whether its because this show will inspire you to live your life to the fullest, or to appreciate the smaller things in life, or turn you into an Erika Sawajiri fan (like me) after realizing how insanely hot and cute she is, or maybe all three, this show will change your life. |
| Reviewed by Grim Eyes on 26 April 2006 |
| 40. | took me 3 weeks to watch it [Rating: 10/10]
ok, it took me 3 weeks to watch it, why? because i can't bare to watch it every eps or even everyday... it's so touching that... i just can't watch it daily... i can't....
i need time to heal before i watch it again... i hate to say this, but i don't like to cry... tho, i know i had some watery eyes... in almost every eps...
I wish i can help Aya and rest of the people in the world who had this disease.... |
| Reviewed by shinkuji on 26 April 2006 |
| 41. | Tears... [Rating: 10/10]
I literally cried a liter of tears....the SADDEST drama i have EVER seen....and trust me ive seen quite a bit. Ryo was very interesting to watch...seems all these dramas these days have some pop singer as a main actor....eye candy. Well...one again...that SADDEST drama ive EVER seen. Dont think another can surpass this one in terms of heartwrenching sadness. |
| Reviewed by k4g0me on 27 April 2006 |
| 42. | sad Y_Y [Rating: 9/10]
the most sad dorama I ever seen......
Y_Y
sawajiri erika did well in this dorama.
every episode is sad episode, i can't stand to cry. |
| Reviewed by oToyz on 29 April 2006 |
| 43. | Based on Facts [Rating: 8/10]
Well this drama was made from Aya's diary, that fact make this drama become touching. The soundtrack is really good and touching, but yet the whole story is ok. I feel touched because I know that this drama based on a true story but not because the actor's acting. The cast's acting especially the actreess who acted as Aya cannot bring enough emotion in her role. That's still fine, and I guess that Fujiki is just fiction |
| Reviewed by rinarina on 20 May 2006 |
| 44. | Great!! [Rating: 10/10]
this is a wonderfull drama.
Erika Sawajiri and Riko Narumi Gave a good Acting.
Kito Aya: "Why Me...?" |
| Reviewed by nu hank on 26 May 2006 |
| 45. | so sad [Rating: 10/10]
.i was really happy when i watched this drama. althouth it is sad movie but it make me happy and won't give up. i am living on.i will be very happy ** |
| Reviewed by iok113 on 26 May 2006 |
| 46. | The BEST Drama. PERIOD. [Rating: 10/10]
This is my favorite drama. It is very sad and touching. I really liked the acting because they played the characters sooo well and were fantastic. I thought that it was heartbreaking especially because it is a true story. Some parts were very funny and some were inspirational. Some of the scenes were very hard to watch because it is so sad. Erika is one of my favorite actresses now. This really is the drama that I think everyone young and old should see. |
| Reviewed by Azumanga Daioh Fan on 29 May 2006 |
| 47. | Ichi Ritoru No Namida.. <3 [Rating: 10/10]
actually..i don't really like sad drama..but i really curious about this drama since i've read the reference.. x)
I watched this drama in one day..whole episodes..
can't ressist my tears..esp. when aya-chan send a letter to asou-kun..
huaaaa..
my tears came out so much when asou-kun was crying.. (ryou-kun u are so awesome..suki..suki..)
anybody have seen the 8th episode?
mine cannot read the drama..
in half episode, it stucked but the conversations still going on..
huff..
i couldn't see ryou-kun when he was taking aya in her back..
( I WANT IT!!! )
huff..
BUT I REALLY LOVES THIS DRAMA!!
hope the real aya-chan happilly in heaven.. x) |
| Reviewed by mitha-chan on 4 June 2006 |
| 48. | Wow [Rating: 10/10]
Can't see how people can give this drama anything below 10... It is so inspiring... |
| Reviewed by kwokinator88 on 12 June 2006 |
| 49. | whew!!! [Rating: 10/10]
i cried so much that my shoulders couldn't stop shaking! Awesome! |
| Reviewed by octrin19 on 23 June 2006 |
| 50. | so sad... [Rating: 10/10]
I loved this drama!!!!!! a very impressive history!!!
ryo is very good actor and singer too!!!!
this drama is the best ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
| Reviewed by saa_chan on 23 June 2006 |
| 51. | amazing [Rating: 10/10]
The acting, mainly on the part of Ikeuchi Aya's character (played by Sawajiri Erika) was AMAZING. This story is more than a romance with the twist being that the girl is ill; the story focuses mostly on the girl's bravery and setbacks as she faces her horrible illness. There is romance but it is not the main point like it is in other dramas, which I personally think is good. The real girl it is based on must have been unspeakably strong.
a MUST see. |
| Reviewed by megumi s. on 5 July 2006 |
| 52. | “Just being alive is such a lovely and wonderful [Rating: 10/10]
“Just being alive is such a lovely and wonderful thing.” - Kito Aya
wow! this drama really touched me, this quote is sooo meaningful
After watching this drama i realized that how fortunate i and many people i know really are..... we should be happy and help those who really are not fortunate as us! |
| Reviewed by Takashi on 12 July 2006 |
| 53. | Beautiful... just beautiful... [Rating: 10/10]
Definitely.. definitely in my top 3 best drama list (i've watched over 20 dramas). The story, the acting, the way the drama is shot, and just the plain idea of "living" has taken the audience for a life-inspiring ride and back. I speak from the heart, i have not cried like this in the past 8 years. I've never felt such a cleansing and such a strong desire to just 'live' in my life before watching this. I highly recommend "Ichi ritoru no namida" to anyone and everyone!! |
| Reviewed by Zanethic on 13 July 2006 |
| 54. | One of the ... [Rating: 9/10]
... better dramas I've seen. Makes u think about ur own life in light of the main character's. |
| Reviewed by shinjitsu on 29 July 2006 |
| 55. | Will change your view of life! [Rating: 10/10]
The fact that this plot is based on a true story only adds to an already amazing concept. Every episode is so powerful and heart-wrenching that I couldn't help but cry litres of tears during each one. Erika was absolutely amazing and I don't think the series would have been as powerful without her in the leading role. With such a sweet and innocent face, and such a keen acting ability, she truely depicted the hardships of such a disease. Ryou, not only good looking, is also and amazing actor. His character's feelings for Erika, coupled with the song that always played when they were together, have truely made their "romantic" scenes memorable for all viewers. Everyone is brilliant in this drama and it is truely a must-see. When you're done watching, you continue to thinkk back to it and reflect on your own placement in life. Aya is truely an inspiration to all mankind. |
| Reviewed by Wynter on 3 August 2006 |
| 56. | this is really an inspiration for all people [Rating: 10/10]
this is the 1st time i watch a drama and i cry. actually i hate crying but i think you won't be able to stop crying when u see this. everybody in this drama played perfectly. erika-chan, aya-chan must be vey proud of you. you played the role perfectly. watch this drama and reflect it to your own life then you'll realize how precious is your life. it's GOD's gift. arigatou aya-chan |
| Reviewed by shitomaru on 6 August 2006 |
| 57. | lovely, nice drama [Rating: 9/10]
makes me cry in each episodes. erika was so cute, and her efforts to still alives make me cry. |
| Reviewed by monmon on 9 August 2006 |
| 58. | Too sad.. [Rating: 10/10]
At first, I thought this drama would just be another sad drama like Sekai No Chuushin(and it was). So, I've always brushed it off to the side and never got the chance to watch it until recently. Heard a lot of good things about it.
After watching it, I WASN'T disappointed. In fact, I think it's the SADDEST drama I've ever seen. This is one of those "life altering" kind of dramas. If you really get into it, you might actually cry a liter of tears. Fiction or non-fiction I think it'll still be as great, but the fact that it is NON-FICTION(partly fiction) makes it even sadder. Aya's words were just strong and meaningful. First episode, I thought.. eh okay. Wasn't that impressed. I thought it was gonna be boring. But, it got better and better as I watched. I got really into it after episode 6. Next thing I know I had tears on the side of my eyes. I think the addition of adding a love interest for Aya here just adds more tear-jerker factor. The interaction between them was nice, not too mushy/cheesy but it doesn't lack. The pace is nice. It doesn't bore you. There's always something interesting in every episode so don't skip.
The cast was great. Sawajiri Erika did a really great job on this. You'd just wanna cry with her everytime she cries. Her family and her love interest, was good too.
The music is very catchy. You'll like it, fits the mood of the drama perfectly. Especially liked Konayuki by Remiomoren which is played everytime Aya and Haruto are together.
Overall, it's a MUST WATCH buy it, rent it, or download it! Don't miss out! Even if you're not into melodramas.. 9.8/10 |
| Reviewed by BOGCHI on 25 August 2006 |
| 59. | Truly Exceptional. [Rating: 10/10]
on a scale of 10, i'll give this show a 12. okay...so its mathematically impossible, but this is by far THE best show i've ever seen in my life yet.
like a few others, i started out watching this show bcos i've heard from many how good it was. but i didn't believe that it touching to the point that my guy frens wld actually tear over em, or at least be close to tearing. and like many other guys as well, i previously held on to the belief that this show, no matter how touching, wld not make me cry.
but oh boy, how wrong i was. i daresay i did tear. it wasn't plenty, but i want to admit it here bcos i feel the show is worth it. the only show that has made me teared by far. the pain that aya had to go thru, it was as tho i was going thru it myself.
i say give this show the chance it truly deserves. the show will definitely leave very delible memories.
oh, <3 sawajiri erika :D |
| Reviewed by ex(alibur` on 12 September 2006 |
| 60. | Incredible storytelling [Rating: 10/10]
Ever since I started watching doramas, I have rarely had the chance to come across such emotionally powerful doramas without the usual melodramaticism. 1L of tears is definitely one of those, with some aspects reminiscent of Beautiful Life. Erika Sawajiri does an incredible job as Aya and Yakushimaru Hiroko played the mother to perfection. The script was realistic and deeply moving thus making it one of the most powerful doramas i've seen to date. If any dorama deserves a 10/10, it is this one. |
| Reviewed by Shindou on 20 September 2006 |
| 61. | most Touchful drama [Rating: 10/10]
Story is based on real story, actor and actress are all great. A must watch drama! |
| Reviewed by vvwetwet on 4 October 2006 |
| 62. | The Best I have Seen [Rating: 10/10]
Unbelievable! this is the best JDorama I have seen ever! I guess it is all personal taste, but I like the sad ones better then the comedy dramas. If you like tear Jerkers there is no better one then this. And to think it is based on a true story of Aya Kitou.
She is trully amazing, I have read some of her Diary which has sold over 18 million of copies and it is very true to the drama which I think is fantastic. Erkia was amazing, I was captivated by her acting throughout the drama, I have never watched a drama where the cast was so well matched for their parts. I also want to give a shout out to Riko who portrayed the 13 year old sister, though she did not get much screen time she was amazing, I hope to see more of her in the future. Aya said "Just Being alive is such a lovely and wonderful thing" The drama really makes you think, If you love the drama you should check out YouTube they have videos on the making of it and about the real Aya Kitou, it would help if you can understand Japanese.
The songs are perfect for the drama and complete it, with other songs it would just not be the same. K's song Only Human was amazing, I saw a video where they shot in a shopping Mall K singing he song to Erika who was dressed in her school uniform, very emotional and must have done an awesome job to promote the drama. YOU MUST WATCH THIS DRAMA! |
| Reviewed by duckboat on 10 October 2006 |
| 63. | heart warming [Rating: 10/10]
based on true strory, this drama is about aya's life. a young girl who suffered from Spinocerebellar Atrophy, is a rare neurological disorder of the central nervous system. It is the slow degeneration of certain areas of the brain often associated with poor coordination of hands, speech, and eye movements. to date, there is no known cure for this condition.i must admit that it is very hard not to cry when i was watching how she struggled and fought her disease and how she wrote her deepest thoughts until the last day she could hold a pen, she did not give up hope.. she was strong inside. It brings me strength and motivation in my life. Arigatoo Aya. |
| Reviewed by mornin_view on 13 October 2006 |
| 64. | sad but much love for it [Rating: 10/10]
i believe this is the 2nd dorama that i have watched since GTO, but I have to say this has got to be my favorite drama ever, and without this, i don't think that i would have ever got into jdoramas. So so sad, and I cried through most of these episodes, and I had my friends watch it and they admitted to the tears coming from their eyes. :) |
| Reviewed by vietchino on 17 October 2006 |
| 65. | Sad but inspiring!! [Rating: 10/10]
Like the title name of the drama you'll get 1 litre o tears no,, maybe much more lol,,, I mean this drama is sooo saddddd,,, And i'm sure you'lll really love your life and get more confident about yourself after watching this drama... The acts, sound, stryline is the best i ever seen in a drama in my life! is a must see!!! |
| Reviewed by paten on 19 October 2006 |
| 66. | Heart-wrenchinly good =( [Rating: 10/10]
I hate these kind of dramas where I feel all depressed and stuff from watching it but cant stop watching cause its too addicting and emotionally attatched to quit. I actually have a decent level of tolerance for this kind of show but even so.....its not easy to just forget about it after finishing it.
But im thinking for others it might be even harder to handle and they probably cant recover for a week or so....I would put this drama in the elite category for sure as it was life-altering and made me feel better about life overall.....dammit these kind of dramas should all have an alternate ending(happy one) whether they have to use sci-fi aspects or not, would make myself feel alot better but that defeats the purpose and ficiton part of the show then.
Oh well cant have them all but I dont regret watching this even though its not too good for the heart to take sometimes...... |
| Reviewed by Takumi3000 on 20 October 2006 |
| 67. | Sugoii.....ii Dorama...sob..sob [Rating: 10/10]
This dorama...teach us how to use the time of our life....sob
ii dorama...XD
( ^ o^);/ |
| Reviewed by Phant0mKidz on 26 October 2006 |
| 68. | Best Ever!!! [Rating: 10/10]
words can't never describe how i felt when i first watched this movie, it was probably one of the best, or could possibly be the "BEST" film i ever saw in my entire life. This movie gave me more than just a sastisfaction, it showed me something important; something called family, love, affection, struggle, courage, and most importantly appreciating every breath that you inhale to keep u alive, every step that you can take to reach your goals, appreciating life the way it is uniquely created for each of us. I cried watching this movie, but it was not something that i should be ashame of, because i cry for having to experience such a masterpiece. The actors also magnificently do their job, they really act very well, especially erika sawajiri, who are now becoming my number one favorite artist. |
| Reviewed by mr.children on 29 October 2006 |
| 69. | tears, also very inspiring [Rating: 10/10]
the fact that the drama is based on a true story makes it not only a tear jerker, but also very inspiring.
it reminds us the cruel reality that medical research/technology, which is progressing steadily but slowly appears so puny and helpless in face of diseases and on the other hand human's desire to live and optimism is so powerful.
i wonder what I would do if I had that disease.
ten years ago, i would say, "study hard and find a cure of it";
yesterday, i would say, "kill myself and donate my organ for medical research"
now having watched this drama, I realized that more courage is needed to keep living/struggling the life than abandon it. Am I going to be as brave as Aya? |
| Reviewed by iamhuzhe on 7 November 2006 |
| 70. | tissue! tissue! our house is flooded with tears [Rating: 10/10]
i love this drama! the cast was awesome... sawajiri erika did a very good job in playing Aya and nishikido ryo exceeded my expectations. i couldn't stop crying while i was watching it and even when i was just recalling some of the scenes i would get teary-eyed. must see! |
| Reviewed by vida.loves.onigiri on 10 November 2006 |
| 71. | huwaaaa....huwaaa.....huwaaaa...(after I saw this [Rating: ?/10]
1.after I saw this dorama, my house was full of my tears!!!!!!!!
2.after I saw this dorama, my uncle said to me that he had friend and his friend got a same disease like Aya!!!!!hikss...hikss...huwaaaaa....
3.after I saw this dorama and absolutely after cried, I searched to website who explain 'bout spinocerebellar degeneration disease, why I searched 'bout Aya's disease? because I'm not understand anything 'bout Aya's disease.
4.and after I saw this dorama.............I CRIED AGAIN!!!!!!!!....
but overall, this dorama really, really, really great......
Oh, my God!!!!! I never think If I have same disesase like Aya, what will I do???? |
| Reviewed by Azalea on 11 November 2006 |
| 72. | A Life-Altering Dorama! 4 THUMBS UP! YOU MUST WATC [Rating: 10/10]
The rating actually should be more than 10! Well, this dorama is really amazing! The background story (based on real life), the main actress (love Erika-san's acting in this dorama, very very outsatanding) and supporting actors/actresses, the plot, and the most important, the red line or keypoint of this dorama. The plot is really simple and the keypoint is actually very plain: it is how about appreciating your live and treasuring anyone you care. It is also proving that HEALTH and SANITY are the most precious thing that every human ever have! I need whole 11 days, only to watch this dorama and it even brought into my dream! This dorama is really really and 100% purely touching my deepest heart, and even my cute sister and niece couldn't hold down their tears when watching every sad and most touching scenes! I can't say no more: You must watch this dorama, there's no exception about that! It may change your way in appreciating your health and life! |
| Reviewed by enrique_chen on 14 November 2006 |
| 73. | incredibly sad! [Rating: 9/10]
I think i cried 2 litres... -_-"
Loved the whole show, i would have gave it 10/10 if the made the ending in a better wrapping, the ending was so so and not as sad as the previous episodes although it was 'the day' |
| Reviewed by monta on 17 November 2006 |
| 74. | one liter? i cried at least three. . . [Rating: 10/10]
loved it, and you will too, this is probaly the most touching drama you will watch, ever. . and i have watched alot, you should also check out more dramas with the main actress, she has a new one that is out and it is as good if not better than one liter of tears, mainly because some parts of it are actually happy! also here is the theme song of the drama "Shibasaki Kou - invitation" |
| Reviewed by mr_dreamboy on 20 November 2006 |
| 75. | the best drama ever [Rating: 10/10]
everyone must try this drama you liked it ^_^
and you will love aya she is poor girl and she was really young :(
i watched 10 time and i did not get bored from this drama |
| Reviewed by zeraya on 20 November 2006 |
| 76. | Definitely one that you want to cry along with [Rating: 10/10]
Never really expected something to top Sekai no Chuusin ai no Sakebu, but after watching this, this really topped it! Great potrayal by Erika Sawajiri of Aya who never gives up from the moment she learnt about her illness. The plot was from a real-life diary and it was written perfectly for the drama even with a fictional character like Asou Haruto. The pacing never lagged and everything went by flawelessly and you really feel for Aya in almost every episode. the scene at the bridge between Aya and Haruto where she said "Bye Bye!" and Haruto could only hold on to her wheelchair without saying anything, that was very well-done. Definitely getting the DVD set. |
| Reviewed by Coolsmurf on 24 November 2006 |
| 77. | Bad News! [Rating: 10/10]
Rating to this dorama : 10
O yeah
I just want to say this :
"in my country, indonesia. ichi ritoru drama has been copied.. without lisence and with the same story with different actors."
Is true!!
I really angry!!! T_T this is my very very very fav dorama.... T_T |
| Reviewed by Rena-chan on 24 November 2006 |
| 78. | Ichi ritoru no namida [Rating: 9/10]
This drama is beautiful
it gives me goosbumps
ever thought that these drama's where something I like |
| Reviewed by Shukaji on 5 December 2006 |
| 79. | I laughed...I cried...I'll never be the same. [Rating: 10/10]
Watching Aya handle this disease with such courage was inspiring as was Asou's friendship. He took care of her and never treated her as Aya with a disease; he always treated her as Aya. Even Aka's desire to fulfill her sister's dream was wonderful. This drama was one of the best I've ever seen; a real tearjerker in the same category as Sekai no chuushin de, ai wo sakebu (another of my favourites). I loved Ichi Ritoru no Namida and this is a keeper for me. I'll be buying the DVD!!! |
| Reviewed by Jellybean66 on 6 December 2006 |
| 80. | the best dorama [Rating: ?/10]
i've ever watched
kawaii |
| Reviewed by chikaku on 11 December 2006 |
| 81. | really sad story [Rating: 7/10]
The story was really draggy in the middle and ......sorry to say...boring but at the beginning and the towards the ending,it was more interesting. One of the saddest but touching drama since it's based on a true story |
| Reviewed by joychin on 13 December 2006 |
| 82. | life is so meaningfull [Rating: 10/10]
our life is so meningful. after i watched this drama, i see that we must appreciate our live. what a sad drama. it really make our ters falling down |
| Reviewed by LAC on 26 December 2006 |
| 83. | Ichi Ritoru no Namida [Rating: 10/10]
A real touching jap drama, i been watching jap drama since teen , i found this the most touching and sad drama i ever watch , it will mkae you cry uncontrol...Erika Sawajiri is really a good actress who i admire alot with her acting skills.A must watch jap drama show!!! |
| Reviewed by kyosuke81 on 27 December 2006 |
| 84. | sooo sad [Rating: 9/10]
it was very good and for a person who doesnt cry i did. if your looking for a good show then look no further! |
| Reviewed by jdqueennm on 29 December 2006 |
| 85. | Really really sad drama [Rating: 9/10]
Prepare to cry people! I cried from reading the sypnosis on the back of the DVD packet...before watching the drama!! Then my sis and I wondered how many liters of tears will we shed from watching the whole movie |
| Reviewed by r1n on 30 December 2006 |
| 86. | No other drama with a better and more touching sto [Rating: 10/10]
Brilliant.Just brilliant.A true masterpiece.The song "Remioromen" by Konayuki hits well with the scenes when Erika Sawajiri and Nishikido Ryou are together.And to think that this is a real life event...it just "forces" viewers to watch it again and again and again.The willpower of Ikuechi Aya to recover of her illness can even make men shed some tears...I'll never forget this showfor eternity. |
| Reviewed by ben_galahad on 31 December 2006 |
| 87. | live on [Rating: 10/10]
this is the best drama for me, and i hope everyone else too |
| Reviewed by dawnie on 2 January 2007 |
| 88. | heart wrenching excellent [Rating: 9/10]
this drama was optimistic and considerately light-hearted until it took a change toward despair and hopelessness in the last 2 epsiodes. That's when the harsh reality finally sank in for the lead character and everyone connected. Thus it became heart-wrenching painful to watch as the show finally flow toward it's eventual unavoidable end.
a very meaningful show who will leave you with plenty of life provoking lingering thoughts when it all ended. |
| Reviewed by Beachcomber on 2 January 2007 |
| 89. | ~Recommended to anyone~ [Rating: 10/10]
I just finished watching the series and the drama was wayyy better than i had expected. It was very moving at many moments and the last episode had me crying (and im a guy!). I think this is the saddest drama I've ever watched but also one of the most uplifting. Also the relationships between family and friends are very well developed. The acting was perfect and it being based on a true story gives you more perspective on life. I would recommend anyone to watch this because it is THAT good~ |
| Reviewed by ThyGriever on 8 January 2007 |
| 90. | LET'S VOTE SOME MORE [Rating: ?/10]
I'am really happy to see that this drama is beginning to gain the recognition that it deserved i hope it obtained more votes in the future and become the top 1 drama of all time. |
| Reviewed by mr.children on 9 January 2007 |
| 91. | You'll regret it if you don't watch this one [Rating: 10/10]
My sister looked at me with red eyes, all swollen up, like she'd been crying for hours, and recommended me to watch this drama.
I bet I would've never known what the feeling is to cry during a drama if I didn't see this one. It was amazing. From the begining to the last few seconds it was just awfully good.
I watched this one not because of someone of the cast or because everyone has seen it and I don't wanna miss out, no. I watched it out of curiosity. With no expectation at all. But then after 1 or 2 episodes, my jaw dropped. It was unpredictably good.
After I finished it, it made me angry at the fact, that with all the technology we have, we're not able to cure such a damned disease. It made me think about how cruel people could be. It made me realise how grateful I have to be, just to be able to walk.
Even days, weeks, after I finished this drama, it still makes me think about it. Not only the sad events, but also the great acting, remains in my memory. And will not be erased. |
| Reviewed by k_lam on 9 January 2007 |
| 92. | Greatest and sadest [Rating: 10/10]
title says it sall |
| Reviewed by akplaya on 21 January 2007 |
| 93. | Towel needed [Rating: 10/10]
I was crying like crazy until my nose blocked and I needed to stop a few minutes.. My vision was blurred with tears..
Really, really the saddest drama ever..
background songs play a major role to make you cry..
Asou-kun was very good at crying and that made you wanna cry along..
Watch it.. It is a life-altering drama..it teaches you a lot about life.. On how one should appreciate life..
A drama which is worth your time..
I've watch it many times already, and I still cried at certain scenes.. T.T |
| Reviewed by suraya_san on 2 February 2007 |
| 94. | fascinating and touching series [Rating: 10/10]
1stly,nice 2 meet u all...
i'm like u,like 2 watching japanese dramea series...
and i'm very touching with 1 liter of tears..
can u help in searching soundtrack it...
i'm like very all of it soundtrack esp...only human,march's song(i dont know very much about the title but it was song on koir)
i like 2 download them all...
plz, help me 2 get link...
nice 2 meet u all again...thank u |
| Reviewed by hancreeko on 13 February 2007 |
| 95. | The best dorama [Rating: 10/10]
Best dorama I've ever watched!!! If I could I would rate it 20/10 lol It's very touching and sad!!! It makes u think about life and the plot is so cool, you'll never get bored of it!!! Moreover the cast was great, Erika Sawajiri played very well the role of Aya-san , her tears for example are very real!!! |
| Reviewed by Jhvx on 13 February 2007 |
| 96. | Ichi ritoru no namida [Rating: 10/10]
The best drama... no the best series in the world forever... and ever... and ever... Before I didn't understand how people could rate something as "life-altering", but now I know. The guys who did this may not be geniuses with IQ over 200, but they are sentimental geniuses. And, if Kito Aya is well protrayed in this series, she should have been such a sweet person... |
| Reviewed by kenzou_tenma on 18 February 2007 |
| 97. | A Tearjerker of a Drama [Rating: 10/10]
1 Litre of Tears is a well-casted, wonderfully acted, and a tearjerker of a drama. From the beginning unil the very end, the moments of sadness and pain fill you. Erika Sawijiri stands out as the lead character, giving us a reason to be thankful for life. |
| Reviewed by teddyray110 on 25 February 2007 |
| 98. | A life altering drama [Rating: 10/10]
Honestly, people of all ages should watch this at least once in their life time. For me personally, I think, no, I know I'll watch this again when I think everything in my life is turned upside down and need some hope in my so-called-life. Although many people have already mentioned this, but Aya has really touched a lot of people even after her passing, whether healthy or sick, and inspired them in such a way that not many can do. After watching the drama, which I don't know why I took so long to do so, but I had an epiphany about my life so far and how I want to change it. I think the majority who watches this well written drama will have an epiphany and think in retrospect how they can really start living life if they haven't done so already. Honestly, I don't know why this drama isn't number 1 because I watched Summer Snow, Gokusen, and GTO and this one out beats all of them hands down! I can't remember the last drama show that made such an emotional impact in me. Needless to say I cried in so many scenes in this drama. |
| Reviewed by hyannisann on 26 February 2007 |
| 99. | So beatiful yet so sad [Rating: 10/10]
A very beatiful yet very sad drama that will move you to tears. |
| Reviewed by Gmnui on 25 March 2007 |
| 100. | Absolutely STUNNING [Rating: 10/10]
this is one drama which totally caught my attention. the plot is fantasic and it totally draws u into the life of aya which is played by erika sawajiri. furthermore, erika's acting is superb, she brings out all emotions and show that being alive is such a great thing. After watching this drama, i really can't help but feel good about life and how fortunate i am to be born healthy. this drama is great and is a tear machine drama. the life of aya is really inspirational and the show really brings out the family's care and concern towards aya. There is simply so much warm and care from family and friends towards aya. ONE WORD... AWESOME |
| Reviewed by kzzmenpool on 11 April 2007 |
| 101. | a total tear-jerker! [Rating: 9/10]
firstly, i expected much on this show since the it has the 4th highest vote. however, i got bored during the first few epis. it was slow paced up to the third epi. it only got me interested during the 4th episode.
i love how aya painfully survived the rest of her existence. after watching the 4th epi, it got my eyes all fluffy that i have to stop at every episode so as not to collapse due to dehydration. however, i cried my heart out not for her but for her family and asou. i mean, everybody knows that she will eventually die in the end, but what saddens me was the fact that her family, especially her mother will be totally devastated. and i must say that i totally felt for asou. she will leave him brokenhearted.
i was thoroughly disappointed at the ending because i feel it could have been better. though i know that aya will die, i was hoping that somehow, something very special shall happen between her and asou (like they could have been married... but of course, that's only my wishful thinking.:p)
however, this is a very inspiring drama. i still can't get over it. whenever i remember the way asou was looking at aya during the last scene where the show showed the time aya was still okay, i cry all over again.
"over there, you won't cry anymore right?" |
| Reviewed by ssie on 16 April 2007 |
| 102. | gud [Rating: 10/10]
I was really touched when seeing this drama. What a poor girl. This helps me know much about unhappy people around me so that I know how so much happy I am. |
| Reviewed by bluescorpion on 27 April 2007 |
| 103. | Tears that are life changing. [Rating: 10/10]
IloveTHISdrama. I liked the characters and the whole story. This drama's worth watching. I'm surprised it's not number 1. Although I didnt cry at every episode. Once I got to episode 8 I cried buckets until I finished the series. Makes you apperciate the little things in life. |
| Reviewed by kaadonkadunk on 6 May 2007 |
| 104. | Really A Tear-jerker [Rating: 9/10]
Great drama. Almost all episodes made me cry. And not just with some parts, other episodes made me cry the whole time! The story's really sad. And what makes it sadder is that it's based on a true story. The ending was good too for not making it too dramatic. I think that's the only episode that I didn't cry. |
| Reviewed by moeru_h on 28 May 2007 |
| 105. | Out of Ranking [Rating: 10/10]
This isn't a dorama.
I assume that most people that have seen this know that it goes far beyond the feeling a usual dorama gives. I truely loved the way Nishikido Ryou and Sawajira Erika played in there. A beautiful hymn to humanity.
I believe the film is not a shame to the book indeed... |
| Reviewed by supermulet on 29 May 2007 |
| 106. | Simply the best [Rating: 10/10]
This is the first jdorama I ever watched. It's simply one of the best. The story is very sad and story line is well written to touch people's hearts. |
| Reviewed by varuna82 on 23 June 2007 |
| 107. | it's the best! [Rating: 10/10]
this simply the most amazing drama i have ever seen in my short 16 year of life! its so sad and it really made me cry in almost every episode even though im a guy... also made me cry before i went to bed after watching the whole thing thinking that "what if something like that happened to me or someone precious to me?" couldnt sleep for like an hour =( |
| Reviewed by Kotanus on 24 June 2007 |
| 108. | Something that everyone should at least once watch [Rating: 10/10]
my my my where do i even begin to describe this drama? i was first introduced to this drama about a year ago. in that time, i have watched and rewatched this drama too many times to count. yet each time, the experience is just as bone chilling as the first time i ever watched it. even now, watching it i can't keep from crying. the hallmark of a good drama, the yardstick by which it is measured is not the initial viewer ratings, for which these were quite good. no, the measure of a drama is what it leaves you with, whether a month, a year from now, it still affects you, it still refuses to leave your mind, you still look back and think "damn". if a drama manages to grip you, to take you into the story, to cause you to connect to the characters, to ride the waves both up and down, to grive when they grieve, rejoice and celebrate with them, to share in their joys and memories, when you connect to teh character to the point that anything that happens to them, it feels like it happens to you, that is when you know you have found something special. and readers i can tell you, this is something special. no matter how rock hard or ice cold your heart is, there is not a single person i have ever told about this drama who has not left it without shedding a single tear, feeling even the littlest bit of sympathy for a girl who had such an unfortunate series of events. NOT ONE. even a year after watching it, having watched and rewatched it, it still has not gotten old or boring for me, it is as if each time i am viewing it for the first time. such a beautiful blend of music, swelling and retracting at the perfect times to correspond with the scene, it is something that cannot be translated into words no matter how i may try. this drama has truly been a life changing experience for me, taught me to learn and appreciate the value of life, the price of dreaming, the courage to live life as if there is no tomorrow, to accept both the good and the bad that may come our way. but even then, i still have not enough words to say about this series, and what it encompasses and represents.
i leave with this word, you may be doubting whether or not this series is good, whether it is worth your time. i can honestly say that before this series i was not an avid drama fan, i was not into romances, dramatic plots, but this changed my view, caused me to appreciate the finer arts of acting, performing, it changed my outlook on life. this is no ordinary simple love filled drama, so if that is what you seek then this is not for you. but if you seek something that will change you, cause you to rethink and leave you with a lasting impression, i can honestly say you will not be disappointed. |
| Reviewed by aznanimedude on 25 June 2007 |
| 109. | One of the Best Doramas Ever [Rating: 10/10]
Extremely sad, but very very good at the same time. This dorama makes you appreciate life. Superb acting by Erika and Ryo. I recommend this dorama to anyone who hasn't seen it. |
| Reviewed by mirai2 on 27 June 2007 |
| 110. | SUGOIIIII!!!!! [Rating: 10/10]
this is my favorite drama...it beat kimutaku"s beautiful life..i cried every episodes after aya learned bout her disease..the special drama is good too..i cried 2gether with ryo after he called aya.. |
| Reviewed by alyaa azhar on 3 July 2007 |
| 111. | 1 Litre of Tears [Rating: 10/10]
This is one my favorite dramas. I cried so much especially during the final episodes. I recommend this to everyone. This will truly touch your hearts and it is a very inspiring story especially because it is based on a true story. The main female lead was really strong here and was able to portray her character well. Also, the actor who played Haruto was really good at acting. |
| Reviewed by alexad on 20 September 2007 |
| 112. | cry me a river T-T [Rating: 10/10]
the one drama where i cried the most..heart warming inspirational and sad..first time i noticed the beauty of erika sawajiri..i love it! |
| Reviewed by ryuuseigun on 27 September 2007 |
| 113. | sugoi [Rating: 10/10]
probably the best jdorama that i've seen yet!! sawajiri erika is really a great actress!! she's one of my fav too!! erika-chan wa KAWAII desu ne. can watch this dorama over and over again and still..cry like a baby!! n______n still is the best dorama around!! after all the other dorama that i've seen..this is the most touching dorama ever..and i really do mean EVER!! n__n a must see for everyone!! just make sure you have tissues beside you coz you're going to need it..a lot of tissues!! lool n___n |
| Reviewed by koala_bry on 11 October 2007 |
| 114. | Gets a 7 [Rating: 7/10]
Got no tears from me. Parts of this drama reminds me of American after school specials. The series lacks some medical and parental sense where Aya is concerned, which reflects badly for the real people involved, if the series followed the life of the real girl. Erika-sama seems too cute to portray Aya. In general, the series could've been better. They could've labeled scenes with "cry now" they were so easy to spot.
I eat up dramas as fast as I get them, but each episode of this series made me forget to watch the next lol. Overrated drama. |
| Reviewed by bba1 on 28 October 2007 |
| 115. | One of the Best [Rating: 10/10]
Really good drama. this is one of my first j drama!!! but until now, i could not say any other drama performs better than this one. i have now watched more than 25 titles. If u don't like a sad drama, this is not for you. but through out the movie it is not the sickness that makes this drama sad so you would not cry because of sympathy. Yet you will cry because of the main character's willing to live and how she sees the world with her weakness. I just felt i am nothing stronger than this character even though she has physical limitation. After saw this drama i believe you can just appreciate your life more!!! I fell in love with aya chan character on the first sight. One of the best character in drama i have seen so far. |
| Reviewed by ricky1 on 31 October 2007 |
| 116. | One of the Best [Rating: 10/10]
This jdrama is one of my very first Jdrama collection. Since i watch this i truly fell in love with jdrama. i will just say it, no other dramas are better from JDORAMA!!!! this story about a girl with very limited physical capabilites due to sickness is very good expressed by the actress. You will not cry out of sympathy. Yet you will cry because how the main character sees her world is better than we usually do! Every weeks, its getting better, the sacrifices that she made so that she and her closest family and friend can live happier. I fell in love with aya chan character in the first sight... it is very good expressed by sawajiri erika, 5 star for your acting!! in fact, i rarely seen drama performs the same as this one. even the next drama by sawajiri erika (Taiyou no uta) is not comparable with this one.. |
| Reviewed by ricky1 on 31 October 2007 |
| 117. | More like 1 gallon of tears [Rating: 10/10]
I cried in almost every episode...so touching and inspiring. |
| Reviewed by sw33t_laydee on 2 November 2007 |
| 118. | very touching drama [Rating: 10/10]
superb .......i think i'm crying |
| Reviewed by hilmifaiz24 on 10 November 2007 |
| 119. | Amazingggg Drama! [Rating: 10/10]
This drama was very touching. it made me change my view on things. i probably cried about 1 liter of tears while watching this drama. this is the first drama that made me cry so badly and thats a good thing. :) i hope i can find more dramas like this one! |
| Reviewed by FallenFantasist on 28 December 2007 |
| 120. | Words fail me... [Rating: 10/10]
But I'll try anyway.
The impact this drama had on me was something I never thought possible. I had a lump in my throat for pretty much the whole duration and cried several times. ( ...and I'm a guy by the way ). No other drama, movie or any form of fiction ( even if based on reality ) has made me think like this one has. It made me feel like I'm wasting so much time of my life for nothing. It made me feel like I should try to live life to the fullest at every moment. It makes me feel horrible to think I've been given so much time and I'm wasting it, while others are given so little. It makes me think of all the chances I've been given that I've passed on, when others never get the chances. This drama made me feel more in the course of the few days I watched it than I've felt the last couple of years combined.
This drama belongs to the number 1 spot. However much I enjoyed GTO, it has nothing on Ichi Rittoru no Namida. My worry now is; is there anything left for me to see - no, to _feel_ - after this masterpiece as far as dramas go? |
| Reviewed by Greyhorse on 11 January 2008 |
| 121. | A life lesson [Rating: 10/10]
The fact that this drama is based on a true story made it that much more meaningful. It was painful to see one of my favorite idols act the part, since everything felt so 'real'. This is what I liked the most about the drama-- it's not like your typical drama where there are cheesy jokes and cliché plot twists all around. Everything from the character interaction to the acting felt real to me. I almost felt like I was right beside Aya, and felt the pain she was going through every episode.
Now I'm going to warn you; this drama does not have a happy ending. It's very painful to watch at times (in fact, it's probably the saddest drama I've ever seen), because you really feel Aya's pain. I'm not afraid to admit that I cried my eyes out during the last few episodes. I think every episode made me teary eyed. I'm usually not one to cry during a drama or a movie...hell; I can watch Titanic with a straight face.
I'm glad to have seen a drama like this, because you take a lot of things from it. For one, I've began to appreciate my life a lot more. Even the little things such as walking, being able to talk, having a healthy family and friends. I am now more grateful of everything that I have in my life. I think this drama is a must watch for anyone. There's just so much to take from it...and we can all feel Aya's pain. This girl was a truly a remarkable person; and seeing her stay strong gives me motivation to live on, even during the hardest of times. I feel that it's a necessity to tell everyone about this drama, because it was life altering for me. I now wake up every morning, thankful for being alive, and for being able to have all the simple things in life.
Watch it, live it, spread the word. |
| Reviewed by akibakenji on 15 January 2008 |
| 122. | :) [Rating: 10/10]
this drama was amazing! it was such a touching story! i cried in every episode! |
| Reviewed by FallenFantasist on 15 January 2008 |
| 123. | A real tear-jerker. [Rating: 10/10]
I cried so much that my nose started bleeding. LOL. Wonderful cast and a great story.. very inspiring. Two thumbs up! |
| Reviewed by tinx3 on 20 January 2008 |
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