Fan reviews: Rocket boy

vash_donutangel · 26 Feb 2004

Indeed, Oda Yuji is well over 30....BUT WHY IS HE SO DAMN CUTE? :D I nearly flipped over the first time I saw it...I think he's adorable :3
Yusuke Santamaria does a good job too~. ^_^

piglet44 · 15 Apr 2002

A bit nonsensical. I think Oda Yuji is a bit too old to act cute.

tetsukei · 11 May 2001

The drama started on a distressing note. Kobayashi is 31, and has no achievements in life worth mentioning. He and his acquaintances Suzuki and Tanaka are all in the same boat. Despite their "ripe-old" ages, they are all confused, directionless men with low self-esteem.

As the drama progresses, we see the 3 men become best of friends, giving one another encouragement and drive. Kobayashi soon picks up courage to apply for NASDA selection. Suzuki realises that happiness can alse be found in a little ramen shop. Tanaka makes up with his family, while holding his own up against the brilliant achievements of his father and brother.

The drama ends on a hopeful note, and I felt really happy. It's one of the dramas with less star appeal, but has a believable plot and constructive end, including lots of humour.

Recommended for viewers who want a change from the usual love dramas. Not much of a soundtrack to boast of, but has a really upbeat little tune that brings a smile to the viewer's face.