10 reviews · average 7.1 / 10
TomoyoN · 6 Feb 2006
Decent Drama... Seemed realistically scripted as it pertained to the overall plot... But of course they had to exaggerate certain things for entertainment value... How long did that cell phone last? I doubt he ever charged the batteries on it... And how did he see her jump and time his jump to get her into the pool???
Lancome · 26 Jan 2006
Hoi!
I know that only those people who like a series put that much effort in by throwing in a review and a vote. Positvely, of course. But this series is so bad that I thought I had to review it and give a correct vote for it.
I am aware that disabled people are being discriminated, exspecially by ignorance of the media in Japan and I give the makers credit for trying to make a difference. But this is a little too drastic and shocking I would say. I admit I only wanted to watch this dorama because of Ryoko Hirosue but even her appearence was not able to raise it for me!
Andro · 26 Jul 2005
It's a very touching story about mentally retarded kids. The world is full of suffering and pain, but there are a little happiness and kindness too. All the kids are like little children, who don't want to do nothing wrong, but they always in trouble. And about that they have to suffer. I love this drama, it's my favourite, because it has a great story about the real life.
You have to watch it, and change your mind about handicapped people. Because there's a big bad wolf in every people, like in Takegami's heart.
misato-chan · 2 May 2005
I love this drama, though it's definatly not for everyone. I became very attached to the characters and all the actors did a good job. Some parts made me angry and sad, but there were parts that made me laugh too. If you can handle it, it's worth a watch.
donna8157 · 3 Mar 2005
This is one of the best dramas that I've watched up to date. The storyline is grabbing, yet dark. The actors' portrayals of the mentally retarded teenagers were done excellently and realistically. But even more so, the characters were portrayed in such a manner that the viewer will really feel touched by them especially Towa, played by Ishida Issei.
There were some parts of this series that were very difficult to watch because of the angst involved, but nonetheless I highly recommend this series.
I'm not sure why others above have given it such poor reviews because definitely .. the storyline and acting were top-notch. This series is not for those who don't like dark dramas and some themes in this are rather mature. It's one of those series that you won't forget.
aesthetic reasons · 17 Nov 2004
Despite the fact that I had no English subs, I got attached to the characters, especially Ishida Issei's character. He really had a heart of gold, yet his life was so full of tragedies but that never stopped him from being a good friend and person. Masanobu Ando's role as the quietly intense musical genius is also noteworthy - his anger at the world really came through.
Superb acting across the board. This was a stellar cast!
Before viewing, set tissues next to you, 'cos you'll need them! But your funny bone will get exercise, too :)
juliana_phang · 9 Jun 2004
i like this drama! it's a little silly in the beginning, i thought of stoppin, but in the end i was attached to it..
a very emotional drama..
Saki · 2 Aug 2002
I'm a big fan of Issei Ishida, just that I can't find any more of his vcds around, so when I found this before Sg stopped selling Jdoramas, I was very happy..
It's true that this VCD set touches on a sensitive issue, how we face the mentally impaired in our world. It also brings awareness to the fact that these people do get abused because of their inabilities.
Great acting by Issei Ishida and a pity that Ryoko Hirosue had only a brief acting period in the drama.
biga816 · 28 Jul 2002
First of all, when I watched this I just concentrated on the drama itself and not on the issue of whether or not the portrayal of mentally handicapped people was correct. That has no weight in my opinion of the drama whatsoever.
Let me say that I consider this to be darker than "Kono Yo No Hate"(End of the World). That said, this drama may not be for the average drama fan. I watched it because I am a huge fan of both Hirosue Ryoko and Noriko Sakai but what I got was totally unexpected. BTW, don't anticipate a lot of extensive acting from Sakai since she's more of a supporting actor here.
I didn't know whether to like or hate this drama. Some scenes early on made me want to stop watching it, while many of them made me cringe. There were some heartfelt/teary-eyed moments that did encourage me to keep watching and made me thankful to have gone that far to see it.
The character of "Towa" is the best thing of the whole drama. I did feel satisfied at the end during the credits but the ending isn't the only thing that matters.
You'll just have to see for yourself!
piglet44 · 15 Apr 2002
Quite a dark drama. A bit like Miseinen. Not the main stream kind of drama. Not for those who like happy shows.