Magic + Ryoko = FUN!
8 / 10Wynter · 2008
Ifm going to ignore for the moment that this drama is based on the American TV show gBewitchedh. Comparing it to the original series wouldnft be fair and Ifd have to change the tone of this review.
On itfs own, I found this drama highly entertaining. I have yet to see the last episode, but I believe my views would go unchanged. I thought the way the magic element was handled was awesome. Sometimes it was a bit hokey, but that only added to the overall charm of the show. No pun intended. lol
Yonekura Ryoko was fabulous. Although she was annoying at times, she made up for it in the moments that mattered most. Shefs a strong actress, gorgeous, and has great style. She also pulled off the role of the witch beautifully. Harada Taizo was the perfect George! Hefs so average! And so wonderful. I was instantly attracted to him and I could totally see what Arisa saw in him. Harada was really fun to wish and I thought his pairing with Ryoko-san was gold. My favourite character, of course, was Arisafs mother, played by Natsuki Mari. Mari-san seemed to have a lot of fun playing the role, and it was a lot of fun to watch her when she was on screen.
The storyline was a bit awkward, since a lot of the plot elements were rushed. There was a common thread through each episode, but the story itself was rather empty and didnft hole a lot of substance. Personally I didnft find that this mattered. The purpose of the show was to have fun and enjoy the ride, and I did! Not every drama has to masterfully written in order to be enjoyed!