9 reviews · average 9.4 / 10
Shindou · 21 Jan 2007
This dorama was very well paced with a solid storyline that was convincingly portrayed by the cast. The various stories interleaving the series were handled well, without overdoing the emotion or action aspect. kato ai's boss seemed to be less fleshed out as a character than and felt like an afterthought but overall, an enjoyable dorama to spend time watching.
momoechan · 5 Jun 2006
Although this dorama was released last year, I've only recently managed to find the vcd. I must say, if not for the quality of the vcd which i'd bought (it's original & yet it's not perfect), watching this dorama would have been a joy. The production team & cast put in a lot of work into this dorama, in terms of filming all the challenging underwater scenes.
Although focus was on how Senzaki evolved to be a top notch JCG diver, I was glad that the romance between Senazki & Kanna went well :)
I thought that it's good that the writers have included the personal lives of these divers so it gives them a well rounded personality & a better understanding of the sacrifices they have to make for the love of their job.
Overall, great dorama, well paced without much dull moment.
Kirari Ililah · 14 Apr 2006
*will write comment later*
*ume* · 10 Feb 2006
a must watch ! this drama is the continuation of the movie which was released earlier ... and the song ocean - B'z is really nice
hawkz714 · 9 Jan 2006
must see this one!!! one of my fav drama..i really like watching it!!
Aunty Coco · 16 Nov 2005
A must-watch show if u into testosterone, muscles, sweaty bodies & Ito baring his torso & butts... Apart from the hunks who made most females drool for more, this mega production drama is full of action, tension & emotion... The plot is also more realistic, compared to those ridiculously exaggerating action-packed Hollywood movies... The chemistry between Senzaki & Kanna is also a plus point in the show... Looking forward to the sequel...
dashx · 7 Oct 2005
Its not often that a drama series managed to achieve the type of production value in movies but Umizaru Evolution has managed to do it and even surpassed the original movie. The show (based on a popular comic series) is about Senzaki Daisuki (Ito Hideaki), a navy rescue diver and the various characters working at the ship, Nagare, he is posted to.
Many has pointed out that the show seems to appeal to guys more with its mainly guy-related topic like sacrifice, buddies etc. But the show is more than that, i feel, that the show is about being human and the choices that we made. From Daisuke's point of view, we go through momentous events in his life, from his budding love with Kanna (Ai Kato) to the death of his buddy to the decommissioning of Nagare. It is so enjoyable to have a character so fleshed out and allow one to follow him through his life.
I particularly enjoyed the romance between Senzaki and Kanna, as they overcome the awkward situation created from their parting in the movie ending, to her overcoming her fear of his job and how they come to understand each other.
One thing I pointed out earlier was the high production values, this is because in watching the show you might feel that each episodes is like a mini-movie with its high budget action scenes and strong themes in each episode. Credit should be given to the strong supporting cast like Tokito Saburo, Nakamura Toru whose own side stories was touching enough and managed to build on the overall feel of the show
This show along with Densha Otoko and Slow Dance has managed to provide for the summer audience everything they looked for in tv entertainment.
verdict: ichi-ban!
doramafan808 · 13 Sep 2005
Everyone should watch this dorama. The actors and actress did a great job with this.
irul · 3 Sep 2005
This drama currently show in Japan.. I enjoy watching it.. It`s about life and i really like this drama.. Never missed this drama since I stepped in Japan..