Fan reviews: Manatsu no Merry Christmas

irish · 12 Mar 2012

Hi. this is a request, as well as a short.
I have been enjoying this drama, particularly the performance of the lead actress. It;s nice to see a lady with a bit of meat on her. Although i could have done without the squealing in some episodes, But it seemed to have stopped.
I like the relationship between the cop, and the yakuza.
Here;s my problem. I had downloaded 9 episodes, thinking that was all that there was.
But i see there are actually ten, and episide 10 is no longer.
I would be grateful if someone could tell me, what happened in episofe 10.

randomwalker · 23 Nov 2009

Boring and stupid. Nakatani Miki's character is very annoying. She shrieks in a shrill voice at the worst moments, which is very irritating. Any happy event for the two main characters did not give me joy. I can't believe Nakatani Miki and Takenouchi Yutaka chose this drama. I will only give 3 because I like the lead actors.

Jackykero · 26 Jun 2009

I enjoyed this dorama, espcially when I was getting to the last episodes.
The story is rather classic and the twists a bit predictable, but what makes it good are the good actors (very good Nakatani Miki) and the chemistry and well-paced progression towards the end of the series. We know quickly how it is going to end; but it is enjoyable to watch it happening.

pcmodem · 22 Oct 2007

Keeps getting better, through the first three episodes.

Solid work by by Nakatani Miki, considering the limited dialogue she was given through the first three episodes -- hence, requires a lot of emoting.

As for many of the negative reviews earlier, I think it may be partially due to relying on subtitles, people are missing out on key portions by not understanding nihongo and are unsatisied accordingly. There's a lot of subtlety in this dorama.

Looking forward to the remaining episodes.

carnie_webb · 22 Jun 2005

Never a true fan of Yutaka and always thought he was a mediocre performer. However, lately having seen 5 of his other dramas; Koori no sekai, Beach boys, Hoshi no kinka 1 & 2, Manatsu no Merry Xmas, With Love, my perception has drastically changed.

I personally enjoyed the EMOTIONAL INTIMACY (10/10) that Yutaka and Miki portrayed in this rather banal drama (7/10). Which ironically made the drama come to life for me. There are lots of hiccups in this drama with shallow and predictable ending. The drama does drag slightly and becomes a little distasteful, however to do the drama justice, there's a special magnetic charm and force about these two characters which kept the ball rolling in my court; an unrighteous yet self-discipline step-bro who arguably falls head over heels in love with an innocent and artless step- sis. The stretching tension and strings pulled for these two silent, sweet lovey dovey settled with a rather satisfying finale; a long awaited kiss!

The scene where he spilt the milk was hilarious!!!

This is by far the most outstanding performance of Yutaka and heart-felt experience for me to observe such charisma, spark and the masculinity that he exerts, ahhhhh (^*.*^) is quite something alright!

johuth · 17 Nov 2004

This drama is ok. Acting good weak story. In the drama they advertise for TBS way to much and bash NHK. I realy got tried of the advertisemments in the drama. seen once still have it but don't think i will watch it agian. It does have a great cast so i can't completely hate it.

dys199 · 30 Oct 2003

Really loved this dorama it is so sweet and touching. Takenouchi yutaka also looks so so so handsome. He plays such a different character than i have seen him play in other doramas, and he is so funny. Amazing dorama this is a must see.

ladyelf · 9 Oct 2003

I love yutaka but i can't bring myself to finish the show. Not his fault, it's the plot. It's so dry and dull and boring you name it. Yutaka shouldn't have taken up this drama.

juliana_phang · 21 Jun 2003

yutaka might looks like some sort of useless kid
but hey when it comes to friendship he can be darn lovely n protective...

warren.mcclendon · 16 Sep 2002

I would give it a 7.5 The plot is pretty thin. its about 3 orphans being reunited years after other 2 left the island and went to Tokyo. The one that stayed on the island is protrayed as a simple but good hearted girl that almost gets eaten alive in the 'big city'. I am not trying to be cruel but the actors are second tier performers at best and its reflected in the drama.

KAZSAW · 6 Sep 2002

I watched up to episode 9 straight in a row, then I came to this site, now, to see how many episodes this series is, so I will be watching the last episode right now. So far, so great! Ai Kato is so cute! and Takenouchi Yutaka is so cool! I like it. :D Back to my dorama!!!

kumonryu · 18 Mar 2002

I was very much looking forward to the arrival of this one, to see for the first time my favorite actor and actress perform together. It's interesting to see Takenouchi Yutaka effectively play a street punk after seeing him as the perfect gentleman in Koori no Sekai; and Nakatani Miki did a great job as a ragamuffin. Not all the characters are particularly sympathetic, though, and the revelations regarding their families border on being unbelievable, and the ending seemed forced and predictable. For all that, though, i think it should be watched just to see what Takenouchi and Nakatani can do.

yutaka_takenouchi · 2 Dec 2001

all yutaka's drama are great

kawaii · 10 Jun 2001

I watched this series twice but I'm still unable to like it. I don't really like the story as it does not tell much. Miki Nakatani's feeble attempt to get sympathy might be the caused to the downfall of the drama. Takenouchi is rather funny here though but I think this is one of his worse drama he acted.

rocio · 6 May 2001

Yutaka can be quite versatile as an actor. He seems to be more relaxed in this series and has broke free from his more uptight roles in the past.

Takahara · 23 Mar 2001

I've watched the series (being lucky and able to obtain the vcds) and I think it's not too bad at all. Yutaka is a bit humourous at times, and the overall story is quite alright =) Hmm, have 3 more episodes to watch tho!