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- Dec 31st, '14, 05:13
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discusssion] Shinya Shokudo 1+2 (2009 & 2011)
- Replies: 7
- Views: 5513
Re: [Discusssion] Shinya Shokudo 1+2 (2009 & 2011)
Hey, SS fans, is there anyway to update the thread title, because happily, we are now at season 3 in this wonderful dorama? (I also misspelt "discussion", which is a whole 'nother lever of embarrassment.) :blink Is Master (Kobayashi Kaoru) still the coolest? Why, yes, yes he is. I believe ...
- Dec 31st, '14, 04:49
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Survey] Your Best J-dramas: Ranked! (Update #17)
- Replies: 923
- Views: 314970
Re: [Survey] Your Best J-dramas: Ranked! (Update #17)
I have a firm top three, no rank, in alphabetical order:
Atami no Sousakan
Long Goodbye
Saikou no Rikon
There are many more coming in behind, but these three are my favourites.
Atami no Sousakan
Long Goodbye
Saikou no Rikon
There are many more coming in behind, but these three are my favourites.
- Dec 31st, '14, 02:30
- Forum: Japanese Culture & Entertainment
- Topic: Recommended J-Movies (Ask for suggestions here)
- Replies: 523
- Views: 401645
can someone recommended romantic comedy movies? Fancy Dance : Dir: Suo Masayuki (Shall We Dance, I Just Didn't Do it), Star: Motoki Masahiro (Departures) Punk rocker turns Buddhist monk but, watch out, there's girlfriend trouble ahead. I lot of people love Shall We Dance by the same director, but I...
- Dec 31st, '14, 01:43
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
Re: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
Long Goodbye, no see, fellow D-addicts. I'm going to celebrate the shiny new boards with a bit of good news: Long Goodbye has been entered in the 55th Monte Carlo Television Festival (13-18 June 2015). Very prestigious. Ganbare, Long Goodbye! From Asano Tadonobu's Facebook (26 November 2014 entry): ...
- Oct 8th, '14, 02:56
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] J-doramas for Film Fest Fans
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3435
- Oct 7th, '14, 19:27
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] J-doramas for Film Fest Fans
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3435
- Oct 7th, '14, 19:12
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] J-doramas for Film Fest Fans
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3435
wobblywalker Thank you for your list. I haven't seen most of these doramas, except Galileo. You certainly have the right idea in what you wrote: good ensemble acting, direction and character development are vital. Here's two more you might enjoy: IWGP (Ikebukuro West Gate Park): more anarchic than c...
- Oct 7th, '14, 18:29
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] J-doramas for Film Fest Fans
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3435
As for Daikuko, I might pick it up when I finish subbing Kanata no Ko. :roll Oh, maboroshinohikari, you tease :w00t: I think I have to calm down a little bit at the thought of subs for Daikuko. :sweat: Thanks for the background info on Long Goodbye's director. His pedigree in TV so far is not bad a...
- Oct 7th, '14, 03:52
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] J-doramas for Film Fest Fans
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3435
I'll get things rolling by listing some examples: Shiritsu Tantei Hama Maiku Atami no Sousakan Mitani Koki Daikuko 2013 Going My Home Pan to Supu to Neko Biyori Long Goodbye All of these were made by acclaimed film directors (Long Goodbye's director is still relatively unknown, I believe). Shiritsu ...
- Oct 7th, '14, 03:24
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] J-doramas for Film Fest Fans
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3435
[Discussion] J-doramas for Film Fest Fans
In recognition of the fact there are a quite a few film festivals happening all around the world at this time of year, I'm starting a list of J-doramas recommended for art-house movie lovers, cinema snobs of all stripes, and connoisseurs of "what the hell did I just watch?" in general. I'm...
- Jul 24th, '14, 04:54
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
Great news! BD and DVD box are scheduled to be released on September 17, 2014. :cheers: DVD BD Wow, that's great news, maboroshinohikari! I hope NHK will enter Long Goodbye in international television/media competitions, as well. I'm sure it would be very well received by the judges and members of ...
- Jun 28th, '14, 05:16
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
maboroshinohikari: Where is that? Merch heaven!! I haven't been able to find any info regarding a DVD release. I would pay good money for a Bluray version, that's for sure. I hope the low ratings (4.9% average) won't put the kibosh on a DVD. Speaking of low ratings, erm, pardon the vitriol but what ...
- Jun 22nd, '14, 18:13
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
- Jun 22nd, '14, 18:06
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
- Jun 22nd, '14, 04:21
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
- Jun 22nd, '14, 02:48
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
Who else was intrigued by the Kamiido's memorable residence in Long Goodbye? The residence, located in Hyogo prefecture, is known as the Yodoko State Guesthouse. It was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and built during the Taisho era. The official English website is a treasure trove of fascinating fac...
- Jun 22nd, '14, 02:47
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
The discussion is coming along nicely, as expected of Long Goodbye fans. 8) I went down with a bad cold right after my last post, sorry for going AWOL. Maboroshinohikari, thank you for posting the OST. I've been guilty of replaying the eps just to hear the music over again. I've been a fan of Otomo ...
- Jun 18th, '14, 02:54
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
- Jun 17th, '14, 15:32
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
- Jun 17th, '14, 15:29
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
Maboroshinohikari has just COMPLETED subbing all five episodes of Long Goodbye. Here's the link: http://www.d-addicts.com/forum/viewtopic_150310_0.htm This is Maboroshinohikari's comment after posting the subs for episode 5: ... this is not only the best dorama I have ever seen, but also an impressi...
- May 19th, '14, 19:44
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
More good news:
Subs for episode 2 are now available.
http://www.d-addicts.com/forum/viewtopic_150310.htm
Thank you very much for your hard work, maboroshinohikari.
Subs for episode 2 are now available.
http://www.d-addicts.com/forum/viewtopic_150310.htm
Thank you very much for your hard work, maboroshinohikari.
- May 19th, '14, 06:53
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
Episode 4 and the final episode 5 are now available in beautiful hi-res, with many thanks to micehell. Ep 4: http://www.d-addicts.com/forum/viewtopic_150918.htm Ep 5: http://www.d-addicts.com/forum/viewtopic_150919.htm I have just finished viewing the final ep, and I have to say that I am speechless...
- May 8th, '14, 01:50
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
arakira:
you are most welcome
Great news! Episode 1 subs are now out:
http://www.d-addicts.com/forum/viewtopi ... 42#1665942
A great big thanks to maboroshinohikari.
you are most welcome
Great news! Episode 1 subs are now out:
http://www.d-addicts.com/forum/viewtopi ... 42#1665942
A great big thanks to maboroshinohikari.
- May 7th, '14, 05:32
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
Asano-san's interpretation of Masuzawa is much closer to the original work than I imagined. In truth, Chandler was gradually making Marlowe less hardboiled with each novel, as he sought to humanize him. This passage may seem a bit lengthy, but I feel it describes Marlowe's interior life by the time ...
- May 6th, '14, 00:58
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
Hello, everybody. I've just started working on episode 01, English subs will probably be up in a few days. Since I've been quite busy lately, it might take me some time to complete this project, but I'll do my best. This is an outstanding drama and I'm glad we can talk about it here (thank you, roo...
- May 5th, '14, 02:18
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
Here's a little portrait of our main character, Masuzawa Banji: “I'm a licensed private investigator and have been for quite a while. I'm a lone wolf, unmarried, getting middle-aged, and not rich. I've been in jail more than once and I don't do divorce business. I like liquor and women and chess and...
- May 5th, '14, 01:53
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
- May 4th, '14, 03:13
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
- Apr 30th, '14, 16:16
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
Hi, everyone: I'm sorry the opening post is so boring-looking, I don't know how to insert images into a post (how embarrassing) :unsure: . Namihodai, you've brought up a really good point. Would reading the original text help or hamper the viewing experience? I would say go for it. One difference mi...
- Apr 30th, '14, 06:28
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Long Goodbye
- Replies: 45
- Views: 12743
[Discussion] Long Goodbye
Long Goodbye NHK Spring 2014 Starring Asano Tadanobu Based on the book "The Long Goodbye" by Raymond Chandler (1953) Official website: http://www9.nhk.or.jp/dodra/goodbye/ DramaWiki: http://wiki.d-addicts.com/Long_Goodbye Background info on Raymond Chandler's Philip Marlowe, the legendary...
- Mar 19th, '14, 02:51
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Best opening for a J-Drama
- Replies: 51
- Views: 20471
- Jan 17th, '14, 05:40
- Forum: Japanese Culture & Entertainment
- Topic: Two blogs with old photos 1860-1930
- Replies: 7
- Views: 5730
- Jan 17th, '14, 04:29
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: Who's Your Favorite Screenwriter?
- Replies: 24
- Views: 14538
Mitani Koki , a new-to-me phenomenon who's been around for a long time. Just watch Mitani Koki: Daikuko 2013 (yes, I know there's no subs) and be utterly blown away by the way this man can construct a scenario. He also wrote Shortcuts. Like many of the best in the biz, he wears other hats such as a...
- Dec 13th, '13, 23:16
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Saikou no Rikon
- Replies: 138
- Views: 50311
I come tearing over here to share the news about the Saikou no Rikon SP, and I see I am a latecomer to the show. :lol I am really excited, but I hope the SP won't compromise with easy resolutions to thorny problems just because many fans are gagging for happy endings all around. I thought the way th...
- Oct 26th, '13, 05:07
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Atami no Sousakan (Odagiri Joe)
- Replies: 79
- Views: 49243
Life is good, the creator of Atami no Sousakan is back with a new dorama. This is what Miki Satoshi accomplished with ANS (quoting from the Urban Dictionary - a great definition, for once): 1. lightning in a bottle Capturing something powerful and elusive and then being able to hold it and show it t...
- Sep 17th, '13, 03:25
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Amachan
- Replies: 207
- Views: 92232
algrsp: That video is delightful! Nounen-chan is a very charming young actress. I am a big fan of Otomo Yoshihide, so this segment was especially interesting to me. Otomo-san has been a celebrated experimental musician (guitarist and turntablist) since the eighties. He has also become quite famous f...
- Sep 16th, '13, 04:00
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Amachan
- Replies: 207
- Views: 92232
- Aug 20th, '13, 01:06
- Forum: Japanese Culture & Entertainment
- Topic: Self-learn Japanese?
- Replies: 45
- Views: 50092
- Aug 20th, '13, 00:57
- Forum: Japanese Culture & Entertainment
- Topic: Self-learn Japanese?
- Replies: 45
- Views: 50092
I know it's been said before, but learn the kana first (hiragana, then katakana). Take advantage of the fact you're not being rushed in a classroom, and really learn how to read and really learn how to write them. Kana will be essential to every stage of Japanese language learning. Use flashcards wi...
- Aug 9th, '13, 04:10
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Which JDrama are you hoping for a sequel?
- Replies: 34
- Views: 11223
I was hoping I could be original with Mahoro Eki Mae Bangaichi, but I see someone beat me to it. :D With its episodic format and great potential for further character development (not to mention its utter freakin' coolness), it's a natural choice for a sequel. As long as it's a quality sequel. Of co...
- Aug 5th, '13, 00:48
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: Filming Locations of Jdramas
- Replies: 71
- Views: 52902
I believe 2008's Yottsu no Uso opened with some boring-looking footage shot in Vancouver (it was so brief and generic, you could be forgiven for not recognizing it). The crazy thing is they spent serious $$$ to cross the ocean to shoot an opening that could have easily been done back home. Of course...
- Jul 17th, '13, 00:53
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: 70s/80s Japanese Cop Shows and Melodramas
- Replies: 25
- Views: 25017
- Jul 5th, '13, 04:17
- Forum: Japanese Culture & Entertainment
- Topic: Dramas released by furransu
- Replies: 36
- Views: 28876
- Jul 4th, '13, 23:46
- Forum: General Discussions
- Topic: Viki opinion
- Replies: 37
- Views: 22716
MitsukaiKuroi2: I just checked and you weren't kidding! :O DramaCrazy is gone. I can't believe it. This s-u-c-k-s. :cussing: On topic: I didn't know Viki featured DIY subbing. That's pretty cool in my books. I'm still a long way off, but I hope I can make a decent subbing contribution one of these d...
- Jul 4th, '13, 22:27
- Forum: Japanese Culture & Entertainment
- Topic: Dramas released by furransu
- Replies: 36
- Views: 28876
- Jul 3rd, '13, 06:05
- Forum: Korean Culture & Entertainment
- Topic: Is Korea doomed?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 8592
Even with Mishil running the show down south and Looney Tunes running things up north, I'm not worrying. Both sides are giving up a lot of hot air to score political points with their respective home audiences. The media hype things up and the hoi polloi get distracted from how lousy things are on t...
- Jun 29th, '13, 22:37
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Woman
- Replies: 82
- Views: 27524
- Jun 21st, '13, 06:32
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Woman
- Replies: 82
- Views: 27524
- Jun 21st, '13, 03:39
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: 2013 spring dramas
- Replies: 30
- Views: 14326
- Jun 21st, '13, 02:50
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Woman
- Replies: 82
- Views: 27524
- Jun 17th, '13, 06:59
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Woman
- Replies: 82
- Views: 27524
I, too, am a big fan of Mitsushima Hikari. Between Amachan, this dorama and the upcoming Pan to Soup to Neko Biyori, the J-screen will be positively teeming with top female talents, real actresses with many impressive film and stage credits to their names. It's feast or famine, and I, for one, am re...
- Jun 13th, '13, 05:52
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Woman
- Replies: 82
- Views: 27524
- Jun 3rd, '13, 03:26
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Keibuho Yabe Kenzo (Namase Katsuhisa)
- Replies: 70
- Views: 35000
- May 27th, '13, 04:58
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: 2013 spring dramas
- Replies: 30
- Views: 14326
So many convincing recs for Kazoku Game...I wish I wasn't so allergic to family doramas. As can be imagined from my Kumo no Kaidan fiasco, I am hesistant to hype another dorama; however, ep 1 of Haitatsu Saretai Watashitachi was pretty good. I can see the potential for a major fail if the writers mi...
- May 11th, '13, 03:50
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: 2013 spring dramas
- Replies: 30
- Views: 14326
Well, I'm back to eat some humble pie. The over-excited post above is a good reason why I should never endorse a dorama after watching a single episode. However, if you are looking for the dorama equivalent of a Harlequin Romance on drugs, I can still wholeheartedly recommend Kumo no Kaidan. :whistl...
- May 8th, '13, 06:01
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Amachan
- Replies: 207
- Views: 92232
- May 2nd, '13, 16:38
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: 2013 spring dramas
- Replies: 30
- Views: 14326
For myself, THE SEARCH IS OVER. It's called Kumo no Kaidan. That is all. :-) No, really, I'm far from fluent in Japanese (actually, I suck), but I know a quality production when I *oh so rarely* see one. Everything about this show is easy on the eyes from the acting to production values. The script ...
- Apr 30th, '13, 09:40
- Forum: Japanese Culture & Entertainment
- Topic: Let's learn Japanese....
- Replies: 844
- Views: 294369
I've learned the Hiragana, the 2000+ Joyou Kanji, and 800+ vocabulary words, yet I still stumble over the Katakana time and time again. And people say they are supposed to be easier than the Hiragana. Drives me crazy! I'm not nearly at 2000 kanji yet, but I do try to read extensively, and I totally...
- Apr 30th, '13, 04:45
- Forum: Japanese Culture & Entertainment
- Topic: Educational Dramas
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1860
- Apr 28th, '13, 16:07
- Forum: Japanese Culture & Entertainment
- Topic: Recommended J-Movies (Ask for suggestions here)
- Replies: 523
- Views: 401645
- Apr 27th, '13, 02:06
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: 2013 spring dramas
- Replies: 30
- Views: 14326
How's spring 2013 panning out for everyone so far? I wish I could get more excited myself. I've watched a few eps here and there and nothing's clicked so far. :-( Even the vaunted Minna Esper Yo feels like a lengthy advertisement for Tenga products (don't ask). Oh, well. More time to troll through t...
- Apr 27th, '13, 01:56
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Piece Vote
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3908
- Apr 18th, '13, 14:54
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Amachan
- Replies: 207
- Views: 92232
- Apr 12th, '13, 16:34
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Saikou no Rikon
- Replies: 138
- Views: 50311
- Apr 3rd, '13, 02:23
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: Recommend J-Dramas (Ask for suggestions here)
- Replies: 4521
- Views: 1709053
- Apr 3rd, '13, 02:01
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: Mahoro Ekimae Bangaichi
- Replies: 31
- Views: 11116
- Apr 2nd, '13, 03:55
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: Mahoro Ekimae Bangaichi
- Replies: 31
- Views: 11116
- Apr 2nd, '13, 03:27
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: Recommend J-Dramas (Ask for suggestions here)
- Replies: 4521
- Views: 1709053
- Apr 2nd, '13, 03:02
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: 2013 spring dramas
- Replies: 30
- Views: 14326
- Apr 1st, '13, 03:48
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: Recommend J-Dramas (Ask for suggestions here)
- Replies: 4521
- Views: 1709053
- Mar 23rd, '13, 05:39
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Saikou no Rikon
- Replies: 138
- Views: 50311
- Mar 23rd, '13, 05:07
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Saikou no Rikon
- Replies: 138
- Views: 50311
I just watched the final episode. I was moved to tears during three different parts! :cry: I couldn't understand everything, but the amazing acting, script and direction allowed me to connect with all of the characters in a meaningful way and enjoy every moment of the viewing experience. I give Saik...
- Mar 22nd, '13, 08:44
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Saikou no Rikon
- Replies: 138
- Views: 50311
- Mar 22nd, '13, 04:10
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Saikou no Rikon
- Replies: 138
- Views: 50311
- Mar 22nd, '13, 04:05
- Forum: JDrama Discussions
- Topic: [Discussion] Saikou no Rikon
- Replies: 138
- Views: 50311