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Tantei Gakuen Q Live Action

Posted on April 22, 2008

I love this series.

Synopsis

A story about a class of genius students of Dan Detective School. Together, they solve crimes that are happening around. Things began to be of interest when they have learned that a group is behind all the murders happening - Pluto.

Members of Class Q:

Kyuu Renjo (Kamiki Ryunosuke) - can be considered the leader of Class Q. A bright and optimistic boy. He's a person with a golden heart. Treasures his friend deeply.

Megumi Minami (Shida Mirai) - the only girl in the class. She has a photographic memory, allowing her to memorize something instantly, however with this great talent she also bears photographic scenes of unfortunate events.

Ryuu Amakusa (Yamada Ryosuke) - A boy genius. He has a cold and mysterious personality but when he had met Class Q, he began to realize the value of friendship. But he has a dark background, it was later revealed in the show that he is related to Pluto.

Kazuma Narusawa (Wakaba Katsumi) - a rich, well known computer games programmer. Better to say a prodigy in this field. He often operates with his laptop.

Kintaro Toyama (Kaname Jun) - the eldest member of class Q. He's the strongest among them.

My Review

I've enjoyed watching this. This is the first series that I've watched on a streaming site. haha. One thing that attracted me is the mystery behind who the suspect is in every episode. I'll admit the plot of some of the cases isn't that great as that of Detective Conan's but it's fairly exciting. And I've guess some of the murderers. HAHA. But the cases are pretty easy, it's obvious.

I love class Q. All of them are good. The actors/actress have acted well. But I am really into Ryuu (Yamada), I don't know if it's his personality or because Yamada's the one acting but he's my favorite. When he was s**b***, I've cried.

Moreover, I like how Kyuu values friendship. Kyuu's selfless, his trust in Ryuu till the end is unbelievable. Their friendship is strong, and from that one can learn a lot. I'll surely miss watching this, I'd still want to see the Kyuu-Megu-Ryuu Love Triangle. ^^

Here's an excerpt of one of my fav. parts (involving Kyuu-Megu-Ryuu):

Ryuu have just gotten out from the hospital, Megu was feeding him, this was the scene when Kyuu, Kinta and Kazuma arrived.

Megu: Here, say aahh

Kinta: Hey, Hey, Since when did you two start having that kind of relationship?

Kyu: Ah, t-that kind of relationship?

Ryuu: Kinta, Kinta it's a misunderstanding, misunderstanding!

Kazuma: To think that Ryuu and Megu were going out.. You got me there.

Kyuu: Going out.. (shocked expression)

Megu: Ryuu, since it came to this, do you want me to announce that we're dating?Kyuu:Dating...

Ryuu: If you don't stop, I'll get mad.

Megu: Ryuu, you're no fun. He's still in pain, so I was just helping him

Kinta: Oh, that's how it is, huh?

Kazuma: I almost doubted Ryuu's taste.

Megu: Hey Kazuma, what do you mean by that?

Kazuma: Ah, nothing.

Rating: 9.6/10

Nodame Cantabile SP

Posted on April 19, 2008

I couldn't say more since I think I've praised the series more than enough (just looked through my reviews), but the special is more exceptional. A good closure as I would say.

Synopsis

Nodame and Chiaki goes to Paris! The first part focuses on Chiaki (Tamaki Hiroshi) auditioning for a Conducting Competition. Will he be able to win?

The second part then shows Nodame (Ueno Juri) struggling to live through the Music Academy (in Paris) while learning to improve her piano skills. She will be then asked to perform her first ever recital. Aside from this, will Chiaki and Nodame's relationship grow?

My Review

This would be short, I promise. LOL. This SP is so satisfying. I totally love it. It's wicked. Yeah, most of the parts are exciting especially when Chiaki was at the Conducting Competition. And as always this is so funny. This never fails to make me laugh.

And I think I'm loving Ueno Juri(Nodame). She's great. I'm so fascinated by her, by her acting. I'm a fan of her. And I think this is the first series that I've truly liked the lead female more than the lead male. She's brilliant. I'm always looking forward to see her on screen.

And about the ending, it's perfect. No more no less. Nodame Cantabile is good, very good. :D I wouldn't give spoilers, but i'll share some SC's.

Rating: 9.93/10

Heavenly Forest

Posted on April 18, 2008

So I said I won't watch a drama show (in this case a movie). Yet, I've watched this. And again there are tears falling from my eyes. Have watched this because of a recommendation from a friend (thanks sis cindy).

I'm too lazy to make a synopsis so I'll just say it plainly. The story revolves around Makoto (Tamaki Hiroshi) and Shizuru (Aoi Miyuki), both have first met during college. Shizuru isn't your average girl she's perhaps a weirdo while Makoto isn't that cool too, he's so shy. Makoto's a photographer and he introduced this to Shizuru. Things began to get complicated when Makoto was drawn to a group of "cool people" which includes his crush Miyuki. So I'll stop here.

My Review

The story's beautiful. And as expected it has "that" ending, I thought I wouldn't cry but I did. At first, I wasn't that interested in watching but as I continued, things began to get pretty good.

One thing I've noticed, Tamaki looks like Toma-kun in here, I don't know but everytime I see him I remember Toma. But I prefer Tamaki as Chiaki (Nodame) than Makoto.

I'm a little frustrated in this film because I feel that Shizuru's so pitiful, I know she's happy at how things ended but I would have liked it more if she and Makoto have their "moment". The ending's great, the part where in Makoto is in the gallery and the time where in he sees the "photograph", ahh and the words ~ that was sweet. I can't talk more. This movie's nice.

Rating: 9/10

Tantei Gakuen Q Live Action Special

Posted on April 17, 2008

I'm happy. :D At long last I've found something interesting to watch. I like Detective Stories. This reminds me of Detective Conan (which is my favorite anime).

Synopsis

The Special comes first before the series.

The story started with Kyuu Renjo(Ryunosuke Kamiki). Kyuu dreams to be a detective and so he decided to enroll in Dan's Detective School. The special focuses on how Kyuu, together with his to-be friends (Megumi, Ryuu, Kazuma and Kinta), will be able to pass the examinations to enter DDS.

My Review

This special's good. I've thouroughly enjoyed watching this, I'm such a fan of detective stories (I've already mentioned it, haha). There's no dull moment. Plus the characters are all adorable.

I especially like Ryuu(Yamada Ryosuke), waaa his character is so loveable, the mysterious and silent type, and Yamada's so cute!!! He's a cutie. If only he isn't younger than me(he's only 14), gyaaaaa ~ I think I'm already a fan of his. Kyuu's cute also, his character's funny and his mind is unbelievable. And I know this series is about kids, but well I love to see Ryuu - Megumi - Kyuu! Yey, hope it will develop into a love triangle. And the last scene where in Ryuu accepted Megu's invitation (originally intended for Kyuu), waa I think I'll faint, that was so sweet.

And because of watching the special, I'll watch the series soon, I think I'll watch it now. I'm looking forward to the cases. :D

Rating: 9.6/10

Romantic Princess

Posted on April 16, 2008

Yey, have finished this at long last. The story's pretty okay, I was expecting more but well it's okay.

Synopsis

Xiao Mai (Angela Zhang) has lived a normal life, living with her parents, while at the same time dreaming to become rich. One day, she was shocked to learn that she was the lost granddaughter of Huangfu Xiong, the richest man in Asia. How will she adopt to the life of the rich? Will she be able to find true love.

Here's the story like Cinderella, the term "from rags to riches" propery suits this drama. Also included in the cast are Wu Zun and Calvin Chen of Fahrenheit.

My Review

I've known of this since last year, but I only have the chance to watch it now, that was I think October when I've watched its first episode, and when I've seen the opening theme, I was screaming my heart out, darn Chun's so hot, he's like a girl's Prince Charming.

The story's good, hmm, but not that great. Certainly everytime Chun is there it makes a girl go crazy, sobrang kinikilig na ang mga tao. However, I'm not really in for that part. The story's pretty cheesy, I could have tolerated it but then there's too much romantic parts and kissing scenes. I think it just spoils everything, I have appreciated it during the first few episodes but then the more that I see it, I just shrugged my shoulder and cover my eyes, I'm not a fan of mushy series. Hey, for Chun fans out there, don't get angry with me, we all have our own opinions, I'm also a fan of his.

About Chun, haaay, what more can I say? His mere presence is enough to attract attention, but acting wise I think he needs improvement, they should give him more challenging roles. I think I'm liking Calvin's character more. I don't know, at first I didn't even have to think of him but as the story develops, Cai's like one's ideal guy, too bad the story doesn't involved him falling inlove with Xiao Mai.

Enough of my rant, the series so funny, haha. I especially like Sen Chuan and Xiao Mai's grandfather and also Lin. wahaha. They give life to the story. To end this, I'm not discouraging you to watch this, you should try it, hmmm, maybe I'm just not in the mood for over romantic series. hehe. Try it for yourself and then tell me what you think of it. And by the way, the ending's sort of lacking.

Rating: 8.4/10

One Litre of Tears

Posted on April 13, 2008

I..............................can't..........................think properly............................

My head aches.......................My eyes hurt............................I feel I'm going to be sick........I'm crying non stop.

Arggh, these are just some of the effects of this series on me. I have been warned before watching this that this isn't just a drama, but how can I let such a good drama pass? And this is the first Ryo-drama that I've watched.

Okay, so everybody's right, the title "One Litre of Tears" is such an understatement, I feel that I've cried buckets because of this.

Synopsis

Aya Ikeuchi (Erika Sawijiri) is your normal 15-year old girl, however lately "things" have been happening to her. She keeps on falling down, and isn't able to walk properly. It was then found out that Aya's suffering from a disease called Spinocerebellar Degeneration- a disease where in it leaves the victim unable to speak, walk, eat, etc. How will Aya and everyone around her cope up with this?

What's even more heart breaking about this, is the story's based on the real life struggles of Aya. The story/script is based on the Diary that she has written until the time that she can't even write. The book, entitled "One Litre of Tears" has sold a lot of copies in Japan and elsewhere (I think).

My Review/Reasons to Watch this:

1. The story's great (though it's so sad), I'm sure all of those who have watched it has been touched on Aya's struggle.

2. You'll definitely cry buckets of tears. OMG, when I've first watch its first episode, I've already cried, actually I've cried at all episodes, and I'm still in a shock now.

3. You'll learn to appreciate the value of "living", what I mean is waking up in the morning is a lot to be thankful for.

4. All of the characters have acted well. Aya's so pitiful but she's so kawaii nonetheless, I pity Aya so much.

5. I love Asou-kun(Nishikido Ryo). Ryo acting as Asou is the best role for him. It suited him well. I'm crying whenever he cries. I always imagined Ryo as the "Asou" kind of guy. I guess I'm liking Ryo, haha.

6. Though 1LoT is full of crying, there are still funny parts. One of my most loved character is Aya's dad. He's so funny. HAHA (makes watching it less dramatic)

7. I think I love everything about the story, though I already know what will happen in the end, I've still cried.

8. This has made my eyes hurt badly. I have difficulty keeping my eyes open.

9. The part where in they show the true Aya has made me cry also.

10. If you want to cry nonstop, watch this okay? If ever you would not cry, I think there is something wrong with you.

I couldn't add more, I'm still shocked and I'm not in the condition to think straight. Glad that I'm not that depressed before watching this or else I would have break down. hehe. I think I'll watch the SP some other time, I couldn't tolerate myself crying again, and I think I'll take a break from watching heavy dramas. But this is a must see.

[EDITED - 04/30/08]

Yatta, I've watched the SP, though it's more on the fashbacks, but I still cry (thoug a little this time)

Last word: Ryo/Asou, you just have to cry, and you know what? I'll cry too. I've noticed that Ryo chan's eyes are so expressive. :D

Rating: 9.7/10