films seen
1
average score
3.50*
nationality
status
Alive and kicking
Movies
A peculiar drama, with strong yet subtle fantasy elements. I wouldn't be surprised if this was based on a manga, it also took me a while to understand how everything fitted together, but that seemed to be by design. I did appreciate the novel approach here, though the drama itself was maybe a bit too slick and polished to truly impress. The cinematography is beautiful, the setting majestic and the mystery/fantasy elements support the drama very well. The performances are a tad flat though and the score can get a little too sentimental. In the hands of a more seasoned director this could've been a personal favorite, but still worth checking out for fans of Japanese dramas. Read all