Name: Rurouni KenshinWriter/director: Fujii Kiyomi / Otomo KeishiDate: 2012 - 2021Number of episodes: 5 moviesGenre: Action, Adventure, Samurai, gore, assasinBased on book/manga?: Yes, adapted from manga serious "Rurouni Kenshin" by Watsuki Nobuhiro Why did I press play? After bing thoroughly impressed with Setoh Takeru's acting, I nossied around for some of his other projects and these movies were … Continue reading Rurouni Kenshin
Name: An Incurable Case of Love (Koi wa Tsuzuku yo Doko Made mo)Writer/director: Kaneko Arisa / Kaneko Fuminori, Fukuda Ryosuke, Tanaka KentaDate: January 2020Number of episodes: 10 Genre: Comedy, Romance, Medical Based on book/manga?: Yes, Why did I press play? While I was perusing for a new drama to watch, this one had great reviews! A few thoughts … Continue reading An Incurable Case of Love (Japanese) – Mini First Impression
Below are some drama recommendations for the weekend and beyond. Remembrance of Things Past: Excellent contemporary - grounded, realistic, little fluff.Make a Wish: If a cat turned into a girl, and a romance developed between her and the guy she owes a wish too, happened in real life - this is what it would be … Continue reading Drama Recommendations #5
In this week's podcast, I'll be sharing my thoughts on dramas I've been watching over the last couple of weeks. Please excuse my aweful name pronunciations. Feel free to share any dramas you have been watching. https://soundcloud.com/user-816564008/podcast-2-what-ive-been-watching
The Long BalladThis is a marathon of a drama. It's got a rich and heavy plot. You almost can't watch this drama to chill out, but rather to get absorbed into a story. The casting for this drama would have been tricky because the two mains have very distinct individual roles within their worlds and … Continue reading Brief thoughts: The Long Ballad, The Imperial Coroner, Miss Crow with Mr. Lizard
We are mixing things up. I'll be sharing my thoughts on the characters in 'I've Fallen For You' via podcast. Please find the link below. Happy drama watching! I'm new to podcasting, so my sincere apologies for any awkwardness! https://soundcloud.com/user-816564008/fallen-for-you
Below are brief first impression about three Korean dramas that are currently airing. ImitationThis drama is a total gem. It's about the behind-the-scenes of the idol world. Following those who are successful, desperate, and becoming famous. It shows a lot of the politics and the difference between the elite and bottom of the barrel entertainment … Continue reading Brief thoughts: Imitation, Taxi Driver, So I Married an Anti-Fan
Below are some drama recommendations for the weekend and beyond. These are all dramas I watched from start to finish with little to no forwarding. My Heroic Husband: It's the same team as Joy of life. Crossfire: It’s gritty and worth dipping into a different genre. Mr. Fighting: This is also gritty, grounded, and heartfelt. … Continue reading Drama Recommendations #4
Name: Oh! My EmperorWriter/director: Wang Wen Tong / Yu Zhong Zhong & Wu Jian XinDate: April 2018Number of episodes: 36Genre: Time Travel, period, romantic, friendship Based on book/manga?: Not sure, maybe a web novel. Why did I press play? I was in the mood for a good quality comedy drama and this one had great reviews. … Continue reading Oh! My Emperor!
Name: My Best Friend's StoryWriter/director: Qin Wen/Shen YanDate: December 2020Number of episodes: 38Genre: Friendship, Romance, Drama (Melodrama) Based on book/manga?: It's based on the Hong Kong movie "Last Romance". The original writer of this story is Yi Shu. Why did I press play? The plot focusing on friendship tickled my fancy. This drama starts out … Continue reading My Best Friend’s Story – dropped
