Episode 6 of Yasuko to Kenji. This one was cute. ^_^
ETA: Episode 7 of Yasuko to Kenji. This was even better than the previous one. :D
ETA: Episode 7 of Yasuko to Kenji. This was even better than the previous one. :D
What dramas are you currently watching?
Started by Pemu · 2 Aug 2003 · 27,479 replies
Drama Discussion
Just finished:
Gonzo: Solid police drama. The plot was a little too neat, and it was easy to guess the culprit, but the characters more than made up for it. The flashback episode was one the the best single j-drama episodes I've seen.
Yasuko to Kenji: I normally avoid over the top comedies, but this had me laughing to the end. The opening and ending scenes of the series where the best things in it.
Xenos: Much better than it had any right to be. The parts set in the club with the JAV idols where toe curlingly bad (especially when they tried to act) but it had a good dark and twisted plot, and some really excellent touches, such as the kinky nurse and the side story of the policewoman.
Kekkon Dekinai Otoko: As close to perfection as you can get. One of the best TV shows of any description I've ever seen. The only problem is that I except it will be a very long time until I see something as good as this again.
I'm now going to try Utahime, LIFE, L'oiseau Bleu and Nodame Cantabile, as everyone seems to like Nodame Cantabile.
Gonzo: Solid police drama. The plot was a little too neat, and it was easy to guess the culprit, but the characters more than made up for it. The flashback episode was one the the best single j-drama episodes I've seen.
Yasuko to Kenji: I normally avoid over the top comedies, but this had me laughing to the end. The opening and ending scenes of the series where the best things in it.
Xenos: Much better than it had any right to be. The parts set in the club with the JAV idols where toe curlingly bad (especially when they tried to act) but it had a good dark and twisted plot, and some really excellent touches, such as the kinky nurse and the side story of the policewoman.
Kekkon Dekinai Otoko: As close to perfection as you can get. One of the best TV shows of any description I've ever seen. The only problem is that I except it will be a very long time until I see something as good as this again.
I'm now going to try Utahime, LIFE, L'oiseau Bleu and Nodame Cantabile, as everyone seems to like Nodame Cantabile.
Cerebus wrote:I'm now going to try Utahime, LIFE, L'oiseau Bleu and Nodame Cantabile, as everyone seems to like Nodame Cantabile.
Be forewarned: if you don't like slapstick comedy, you probably won't like Nodame... Which would be a shame, since I think it's one of the best J-Dramas in recent memory... :victory:
Just finished Zettai Kareshi That's enough fluff for awhile. And I just saw a clip on YouTube from Utahime of Tomoya totally butchering "Jailhouse Rock" :hehe: so I think that'll be next.
I'm watching Seigi no Mikata, in 9 minutes shifts on youtube because I don't have the net at home and have to watch in spurts at school.
I really like it. As shameful as it is to admit this is the first drama I've watched that had a more female focus with the two mains being women. :sweat:
I really like it. As shameful as it is to admit this is the first drama I've watched that had a more female focus with the two mains being women. :sweat:
bmwracer wrote:
Be forewarned: if you don't like slapstick comedy, you probably won't like Nodame... Which would be a shame, since I think it's one of the best J-Dramas in recent memory... :victory:
Well, I've just watched the first episode and you're totally correct. I didn't laugh once and couldn't even finish it. A real pity, as I was really looking forward to this one, but I couldn't get into it at all. I know I'm in a very small minority in disliking it, but it goes to show you can't please all of the people all of the time.
Right, next up is Utahime.
I've been trying out a few different shows this past week.
From the Japanese ones, I tried two cops shows- Keiji Ichiro and P.S. Rashoumon. I don't understand the first one at all. Rashoumon is decent but forgettable. I guess I will at least finish it.
From the Japanese ones, I tried two cops shows- Keiji Ichiro and P.S. Rashoumon. I don't understand the first one at all. Rashoumon is decent but forgettable. I guess I will at least finish it.
I've started Kita no Kuni Kara from the beginning again, and I've re-watched until episode 4. Hotaru is absolutely kawaii, and although the Jun is a lil' brat, I'm sure he'll grow on me...
I was really shocked to see a young Ishida Ayumi. I remembered her instantly as a guest star in Wedding Planner.
I was really shocked to see a young Ishida Ayumi. I remembered her instantly as a guest star in Wedding Planner.
gaijinmark wrote:And I just saw a clip on YouTube from Utahime of Tomoya totally butchering "Jailhouse Rock" :hehe: so I think that'll be next.
LOL! I've just approved this video for the profile. :hehe:
Wynter wrote:
:sweat: Wow... don't feel upset. It was no big deal. lol Besides, you finished it quick, which means you really enjoyed it, so I'm totally looking forward to continuing it.
Isn't this the profile: http://jdorama.com/drama.1302.htm
Oops, I missed this. :sweat: I still do feel upset and guilty. That's my problem--I dwell on the past too much.
marspeach wrote:From the Japanese ones, I tried two cops shows- Keiji Ichiro and P.S. Rashoumon. I don't understand the first one at all. Rashoumon is decent but forgettable. I guess I will at least finish it.
P.S. Rashoumon already seems good because of the Shiro factor. But if it sucks, I'll probably move it down my everchanging queue.
Wynter wrote:I've started Kita no Kuni Kara from the beginning again, and I've re-watched until episode 4. Hotaru is absolutely kawaii, and although the Jun is a lil' brat, I'm sure he'll grow on me...
I was really shocked to see a young Ishida Ayumi. I remembered her instantly as a guest star in Wedding Planner.
Glad you started watching Kita again. Jun really annoyed me in that drama, but like you said, he does grow on you a little. My fave has to be Iwaki Koichi because even though he was flaky, he was hot. :inlove:
sadacori wrote:
Glad you started watching Kita again. Jun really annoyed me in that drama, but like you said, he does grow on you a little. My fave has to be Iwaki Koichi because even though he was flaky, he was hot. :inlove:
OMG! He's TOTALLY HOT! I was like, "man, I know him from somewhere", and sure enough, I've seen him numerous times. Only older. :hot:
Wynter wrote:
OMG! He's TOTALLY HOT! I was like, "man, I know him from somewhere", and sure enough, I've seen him numerous times. Only older. :hot:
He reminds me a lot of Terajima Susumu. :drooling:
Cerebus wrote:Well, I've just watched the first episode and you're totally correct. I didn't laugh once and couldn't even finish it. A real pity, as I was really looking forward to this one, but I couldn't get into it at all. I know I'm in a very small minority in disliking it, but it goes to show you can't please all of the people all of the time.
How disappointing. :(
Some people took several episodes to warm to the drama... Not sure if you want to commit any more time though. :sweat:
bmwracer wrote:
How disappointing. :(
Some people took several episodes to warm to the drama... Not sure if you want to commit any more time though. :sweat:
I'm not going to delete it, I expect I'll try watching Nodame again in 6 months to see if it caught me in the wrong mood.
Watched the first Utahime, it's certainly different. I'm not totally convinced but I liked it enough to try the second episdoe.
Gonzo
http://jdorama.com/drama.1311.htm
It's been a while since I"ve been able to say anything like this but... I can't wait to see the next episode, and during the 2 episodes I've seen so far... I haven't touched the fast forward button once.
Uchino Masaaki, the star, is carrying this show. And his performance is once again proof that it takes more than a pretty face, a good agent, and a hit record to make the lead in a series.
This isn't a goof ball comedy. It's the story of a "damaged" detective who's been recovering (hiding out) in the equiptment room, in the basement of a local police station.
Bad things happen and he finds himself dragged back into his old job.
Episode 3 tonight. And as I said... I can't wait.
Re: Kita no kuni kara. If we're talkin' favorites... I have to get a mention in for Kojima Miyuki (Kogomi the River Maiden). Lordy that girl was beautiful.
http://jdorama.com/drama.1311.htm
It's been a while since I"ve been able to say anything like this but... I can't wait to see the next episode, and during the 2 episodes I've seen so far... I haven't touched the fast forward button once.
Uchino Masaaki, the star, is carrying this show. And his performance is once again proof that it takes more than a pretty face, a good agent, and a hit record to make the lead in a series.
This isn't a goof ball comedy. It's the story of a "damaged" detective who's been recovering (hiding out) in the equiptment room, in the basement of a local police station.
Bad things happen and he finds himself dragged back into his old job.
Episode 3 tonight. And as I said... I can't wait.
Re: Kita no kuni kara. If we're talkin' favorites... I have to get a mention in for Kojima Miyuki (Kogomi the River Maiden). Lordy that girl was beautiful.
@ Geez: Wow, I guess I should move Gonzo up my invisible queue. I think I'll watch it after I start on Mop Girl. :)
And Kogomi was cute. She looked like she had a little mixture in her.
On topic: Episode 8 of Yasuko to Kenji. Not as good as the previous two episodes, but it was essential for the plot.
And Kogomi was cute. She looked like she had a little mixture in her.
On topic: Episode 8 of Yasuko to Kenji. Not as good as the previous two episodes, but it was essential for the plot.
Atsu-hime ep.25
Geezer wrote:Re: Kita no kuni kara. If we're talkin' favorites... I have to get a mention in for Kojima Miyuki (Kogomi the River Maiden). Lordy that girl was beautiful.
Harada Mieko as the sensei.
sadacori wrote:@ Geez: Wow, I guess I should move Gonzo up my invisible queue. I think I'll watch it after I start on Mop Girl. :)
FYI: I've already hardsubbed Gonzo... It's in the encoding phase right now. :victory:
Changed my mind. Utahime would have made 3 of Aibu's dramas in a row. decided to take a break. While casting about for something else to watch, ran across Omiai Kekkonhttp://jdorama.com/drama.296.htm[/list:u] I've only watched the first episode but seems pretty good. Obviously this is a vehicle for Matsu and so far she hasn't disappointed. We'll see if this holds up for 11 episodes. :fingerscrossed:
Replying needs an account. Registration opens soon.