Fan reviews: Nodame Cantabile

ester_grace · 23 Dec 2010

Superb dorama, it just almost perfect.. Great cast, acting, music, plot, humour and romance..

yuki_yoru · 10 Sep 2010

You will definitely fall for the characters in this drama. Very enjoyable, hilarious, and great music and ambiance!

acit · 27 Feb 2010

The best jdorama yet that i've seen so far. Funny, whimsical, romantic. Great acting from all the cast especially the main two leads. Can't wait for e final 2 movies.

Limes · 29 Nov 2009

While I agree the title can be a bit misleading, as the story seems to revolve more around Shinichi - and hence Shinichi's character develops more than Nodame's - who cares about the title when this is one of the best dramas ever to be produced? Ueno Juri and Hiroshi Tamaki excel in their roles as Nodame and Chiaki Shinichi respectively; the rest of the supporting cast do well in their roles as well. Humour can get a little exaggerated at times and Stressman puts me off because he's both creepy and perverted (but let's give him the kudos for good acting), but this is still a must watch. I have never loved classical music so much before.

suerinn · 12 Sep 2009

Ueno Juri is the reason this dorama is so good. She shows she is not only a talented actress, but an excellent comedian. All the cast is simply perfect, specially Tamaki Hiroshi (his facial expressions are hilarious!) and Koide Keisuke (who plays Masumi). This dorama is a must-watching to everyone who hasn't seen it yet.

I can't wait to see the movies and the second season of the dorama!! ^^

apple_of_my_ai · 24 Aug 2009

I enjoyed this drama lots!

I'm actually one of those that only write a review on dramas that I either really really like or really really hate. Dramas that don't leave much of an impact or are just so/so, I leave alone.

okay..with that said, I absolutely recommend this drama to anyone who's looking for great laughs but not so much that they forget reality. What's great about this movie is that it's able to be humorous and cute without losing any of its depth or meaning.

some of my fave parts/scenes:

*when Nodame and Chiaki play together for the very first time in sync. I loved how Chiaki adjusted himself to Nodame's "freestyle" method of playing instead of trying to get her to play by the score (his way) scene was beautifully done

*when Chiaki shampoos and dries her hair.Cute

I also like the way they portrayed personal growth and character development throughout the movie. Each time, it was clear what lesson Chiaki, Nodame and any other members of the s-oke had learned.

really really worth the watch

alice_sunshine · 24 Aug 2009

I enjoyed this drama lots!

I'm actually one of those that only write a review on dramas that I either really really like or really really hate. Dramas that don't leave much of an impact or are just so/so, I leave alone.

okay..with that said, I absolutely recommend this drama to anyone who's looking for great laughs but not so much that they forget reality. What's great about this movie is that it's able to be humorous and cute without losing any of its depth or meaning.

some of my fave parts/scenes:

*when Nodame and Chiaki play together for the very first time in sync. I loved how Chiaki adjusted himself to Nodame's "freestyle" method of playing instead of trying to get her to play by the score (his way) scene was beautifully done

*when Chiaki shampoos and dries her hair.Cute

I also like the way they portrayed personal growth and character development throughout the movie. Each time, it was clear what lesson Chiaki, Nodame and any other members of the s-oke had learned.

really really worth the watch

alice_sunshine · 23 Aug 2009

I enjoyed watching this. Usually, I write reviews on movies that i either really LIKE or really HATE. Movies that don't leave much of an impact or movies that are just so/so, I leave alone.

That said, this movie is worth the watch. I love the part where Chiaki and Nodame play together for the first time. This happens after Chiaki's frustration to get Nodame to play by the score (his way), this is also when he discovers that by adjusting to her "free style" they are in perfect sync. I also thought it was cute when chiaki was washing and drying her hair (*^_^*)

The movie is funny without losing any depth and it showed personal development and growth through each experience.

bakardiri · 28 May 2009

Wow great dorama especially the french episode...makes me lough all the time..the moment Frank says Dame,and Nodame says Furanku, that's probbably the best expression of the 2 of em...Very nice..

alyaa san · 18 May 2009

i like ueno juri..
kawaii ne!!

je-chan · 13 May 2009

-well, it's simply awesome! The characters and plot are cute! Chiaki-senpai and and Nodame are cute when they are playing the piano.

sandreen · 29 Apr 2009

This is my favorite drama so far. It's very inspiring. Before Nodame, I never really listened to classical music. But after Nodame, I began to become more interested and listened to classical music a lot more! :D
This drama gives background to some of the classical music, making you understand it, and somehow relates it to the plot. Also, when Chiaki/Tamaki conducts, you can feel the characters' passion, and it somewhat sparks your own. At least, that was what happened with me. :P
I recommend you watch it! :) It's also packed with comedy and a little bit of romance, so you'll really enjoy it. :D

doublemask · 13 Oct 2008

You don't have to enjoy classical music to enjoy this drama. The story itself is easy to follow and you can't help smiling at the comedic moments.

ismellpudding · 26 Aug 2008

SO. SWEET.
xD
their chemistry is really good, even though nodame's super-hentai.
Nodame's voice gets sort of annoying at times, but that aside,
the plot is good, as is the music, and chiaki-senpai is super-hot. xD
All in all, it's a joy to watch and relaxing to listen to.
Although, there's not much romance till you get to the special episodes.

shanghai_honey · 4 Aug 2008

Nodame Cantabile is the best live-action adaptation of a manga I've ever seen. It's full of comedy, touching and inspiring music, larger than life characters who are all very endearing and funny. All the elements just blends perfectly together to create this masterpiece of a drama. Tamaki Hiroshi and Ueno Juri are fabulous together as Chiaki and Nodame. No one else can play these lovable lead characters the way they did. Highly recommended!!

JapanAi · 5 Jul 2008

Perfect entertainment, but also moving. Must SEE!

kireiyuhi · 10 May 2008

The reason why this drama is so great is because of the amazing talents of the actors. There were always great funny moments and cute moments that it's hard to stop watching. The music was wonderful and beautiful. I think the people who didn't like this drama either have no sense of humor or have no idea about what a great drama is. Definitely my favorite drama of all time and I've seen many.

katpira · 24 Apr 2008

I just finished watching this drama and it was awesome. The infusion of classical music in this drama makes it quite elegant and yet, it's still light and funny. The actors were also able to do justice to the characters they portray. Artists have relatively different temperaments and they were able to capture it in their acting. This is one cool drama.

nadiafarhana · 3 Apr 2008

a very good series.. packed with comedy & unnecessary & unthinkable actions. directly taken from the anime.. i love it!

phlargo · 23 Mar 2008

I don't know if it's the time in my life or the magic of the series, but its the first time I've found myself seriously emotionally invested with the characters of an Anime or Drama (I watched both in rapid succession). Nodame breaks my heart every time she says "Chiaki-sempai" with her cute mouth.

How embarassing to be a nearly 30 year old guy and swoon at a fictional character like that!

Don't miss this one. It's fantastic!