[Discussion] Last Friends - Nagasawa Masami/Ueno Juri/Eita
sleepyzzz: You can normally change the timing settings on your player(MPC) or VobSub(the green arrow on your task bar that pops up when you play something with subs). Just double click the arrow and under 'Timing' you can choose to either make it faster or slower. 1000 or -1000 for 1 second faster or slower. Just play around with it.
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Kyaa~ Love it! I agree that they're not trying to use shoujo-ai as a gimmick, and the scene meant so much more than what we see on.. 'American TV'.^Yuuki wrote:scherzando: Now check out the image I added under the spoiler tag~ ;)
About your new signature, it is *definitley* my fave scene on ep1.. especially with Prisoner of Love playing. Spot on. And I just can't help saying, how great is Juri, huh?
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i just watched the first 2 epis and throughout the whole thing
i kept on going "NOOO~~! NOOO~~! NOOO~~!"
i swear ive never spent such a long time watching a drama with my mouth open.
its pretty good, though definitely not what i was expecting at all.
ryo kinda scares me though...
abusive isnt even the right word that describes his character....
i see ryo in a new light now... more or less a darker one
but nonetheless a new light...
and i agree with the whole begining ending thing. its so confusing.
i wonder who's kid it is...
possibly eita's... the piccys she looks at in the beginning kinda point in that direction.
kinda wish asami had a bigger role in this drama tho...
from wut im seeing, shes more or less the comic relief...
i kept on going "NOOO~~! NOOO~~! NOOO~~!"
i swear ive never spent such a long time watching a drama with my mouth open.
its pretty good, though definitely not what i was expecting at all.
ryo kinda scares me though...
abusive isnt even the right word that describes his character....
i see ryo in a new light now... more or less a darker one
but nonetheless a new light...
and i agree with the whole begining ending thing. its so confusing.
i wonder who's kid it is...
possibly eita's... the piccys she looks at in the beginning kinda point in that direction.
kinda wish asami had a bigger role in this drama tho...
from wut im seeing, shes more or less the comic relief...
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This may come off sounding really strange...but I totally have the hots for "Ruka". She was so kakkoii when riding the motorbike that my heart was literally doing the tango dance during the race.
It also helps that her character is one of the most unique ones that I've seen in jdramas. Notice I didn't write "most complex".....at least for "Last Friends", I'm beginning to think EVERYONE's lives is complex in some way. As for Eri's complexity, I still have yet to figure out what's wrong with her. So far, she seems to be the only one who seems to be normal (wells, or whatever it is that can be defined as normal) aside for the lack of friends at work part.
It also helps that her character is one of the most unique ones that I've seen in jdramas. Notice I didn't write "most complex".....at least for "Last Friends", I'm beginning to think EVERYONE's lives is complex in some way. As for Eri's complexity, I still have yet to figure out what's wrong with her. So far, she seems to be the only one who seems to be normal (wells, or whatever it is that can be defined as normal) aside for the lack of friends at work part.
@ lilswtangel:
- not being those annoying pretty, whiney girly girls
- motorcrosses. Representing FOX RACING!
- takes no crap from men and their harassment
- cares about friends
- love the way she dresses
- Oh, and Juri playing her!!
She's someone I'd like to have as a friend or even just know.
^Yuuki Love your GIFs!
Thank you for the heads up on the softsubs...I don't have to mope around anymore
You're not the only one! Everything about Ruka is totally cool...well maybe except the part that she is batting for the same team. But just love everything such as:This may come off sounding really strange...but I totally have the hots for "Ruka". She was so kakkoii when riding the motorbike that my heart was literally doing the tango dance during the race.
- not being those annoying pretty, whiney girly girls
- motorcrosses. Representing FOX RACING!
- takes no crap from men and their harassment
- cares about friends
- love the way she dresses
- Oh, and Juri playing her!!
She's someone I'd like to have as a friend or even just know.
^Yuuki Love your GIFs!
Thank you for the heads up on the softsubs...I don't have to mope around anymore
It's not unusual to have the hots for Ruka -- so far she's the coolest character.
http://community.livejournal.com/lastfriends/ Last Friends LJ community! <3 Still flourishing a bit, but the layout is up.
You're not the only one, trust me.lilswtangel wrote:This may come off sounding really strange...but I totally have the hots for "Ruka". She was so kakkoii when riding the motorbike that my heart was literally doing the tango dance during the race.
Just saw episode 2 and ...man I'm so addicted to this show. I've been waiting for a good drama like this with shoujo ai for a looooooooong time.
...>_>
*joins that LJ community while opening up old H&M doujinshi strips* >_>
Hi guys! I just posted my review for the second episode of Last Friends at my drama review blog! Please visit
http://tmijs.blogspot.com/
I'd love any feedback! Love reading the opinions here, they make me rethink my own... Well, I already wrote my first impression so I'll just leave it!
http://tmijs.blogspot.com/
I'd love any feedback! Love reading the opinions here, they make me rethink my own... Well, I already wrote my first impression so I'll just leave it!
Not sure if this is the best place for this but...
I made a few widescreen wallpapers for my laptop, may as well share them. I am too lazy to resize them to different sizes so they are all in 1440 x 900. Feel free to resize them. The images are all taken from the official website anyway. Just simple editing on my part.
Just click "Download" in the page:
Wish Thursday can come a little sooner!
I made a few widescreen wallpapers for my laptop, may as well share them. I am too lazy to resize them to different sizes so they are all in 1440 x 900. Feel free to resize them. The images are all taken from the official website anyway. Just simple editing on my part.
Just click "Download" in the page:
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I cried when I watched the 1st episode.. I kinda felt the terror in Michiru's eyes when she was beaten and how relieved she was when there's someone she can rely on (even though she didn't expect it).. My friends are totally off shoujo ai, but I don't mind.. love by all means are just love.. it's knows no border... (didn't they say - love is blind?)
I have to wait for the hardsub to watch the 2nd episode but I don't mind spoilers, seriously.. Thanks for updating minna!
I have to wait for the hardsub to watch the 2nd episode but I don't mind spoilers, seriously.. Thanks for updating minna!
101 Ueno Juri Airborn division, Easy company, 2nd paltoon, 2nd pvt dk75, after missdropeed and proceed to rally point is report on duty.bmwracer wrote:Don't know how others feel about it, but I'd rather have softsubs over the hardsubs...<3s-tei. wrote:I considered doing rough softsubs for this series...
If anyone else feels this way, speak up...
Hmmm... I must watch this again because I've didn't seen any lipsync.sleepyzzz wrote:The soft subs are really good quality and there's nice styling in the ASS version - the only problem is timing seems to be out slightly when played against the 1280 x 720 version i.e. 20 minutes into it, it starts having this 1 or 2 second lag...anyone know of an easy way to fix? Thanks heaps Sorry if this is the wrong place to post such a query.
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Nope. No lipsync with ASS sub for me.
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what file are you using? because the subs work perfect for me. use the small file size, since the 1280x720 is a little off during the epi.
I want to say gomen ne! since i didn't hide my comments last time, i swear i was spacing out and it's my first time posting lol. I didn't notice that button up top.
Here's my two cents after episode 2
I want to say gomen ne! since i didn't hide my comments last time, i swear i was spacing out and it's my first time posting lol. I didn't notice that button up top.
Here's my two cents after episode 2
Hehehe. Thanks. Was my favourite scene too. That scene totally made me swoon.scherzando wrote:Kyaa~ Love it! I agree that they're not trying to use shoujo-ai as a gimmick, and the scene meant so much more than what we see on.. 'American TV'.^Yuuki wrote:scherzando: Now check out the image I added under the spoiler tag~ ;)
About your new signature, it is *definitley* my fave scene on ep1.. especially with Prisoner of Love playing. Spot on. And I just can't help saying, how great is Juri, huh?
LOL. Looks like everyone is falling for Ruka. Straight or otherwise. Haha, such is the power of Ueno Juri. =3This may come off sounding really strange...but I totally have the hots for "Ruka". She was so kakkoii when riding the motorbike that my heart was literally doing the tango dance during the race.
But, I think some people are missing something important about Ruka...
Hey guys! If you haven't already, might want to check this out:
http://wwwz.fujitv.co.jp/lastfriends/index.html
Looks like they've posted 2 clips from filming episode 1 and the opening sequence. Site has also posted new pics in the album from episode 2!
http://wwwz.fujitv.co.jp/lastfriends/index.html
Looks like they've posted 2 clips from filming episode 1 and the opening sequence. Site has also posted new pics in the album from episode 2!
Yay for softsubs! Another killer rock star job from suketeru. Just finished Episode 2 and I couldn't help but cringe throughout the episode. However, I'm glad that it was a little more lighthearted with the introduction of two more characters.
Oh man, this is killing me!
^Yuuki wrote: But, I think some people are missing something important about Ruka...
Okay people - brace yourselves!! It looks like someone translated the what's coming up in Episode 3 from the website - I got this from afterellen.com so no idea how accurate it is but it seems to follow the preview trailer very closely:
BTW, this is a fairly lengthy spoiler - almost sounds like the whole episode to me so you might want to think twice!! I kind of regretted seeing this myself... oh well
### SPOILER FOR EPISODE 3 #########
### SPOILER FOR EPISODE 3 #########
BTW, this is a fairly lengthy spoiler - almost sounds like the whole episode to me so you might want to think twice!! I kind of regretted seeing this myself... oh well
### SPOILER FOR EPISODE 3 #########
It seems that I've missunderstood for witch episode question is... and yes it start degrade slowly to ca. 2-4 sec. lag.dk75 wrote:Hmmm... I must watch this again because I've didn't seen any lipsync.sleepyzzz wrote:]The soft subs are really good quality and there's nice styling in the ASS version - the only problem is timing seems to be out slightly when played against the 1280 x 720 version i.e. 20 minutes into it, it starts having this 1 or 2 second lag...anyone know of an easy way to fix? Thanks heaps Sorry if this is the wrong place to post such a query.
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Nope. No lipsync with ASS sub for me.
I'm checking it out and maybe could give patch for it.
Well, it differs by cases. Some people don't know until they reach their teens so it's possible. Her dad would still probably knew about it though.... But judging from the not wanting to disappoint her dad thing, it's unlikely that it's related to something she can't control like a medical condition. He seems like a pretty cool dad from the episode, supporting her motorcross activities and stuff. So it's more likely 'a decision'(or sexual preference) that would disappoint him.zeiroc wrote:Yay for softsubs! Another killer rock star job from suketeru. Just finished Episode 2 and I couldn't help but cringe throughout the episode. However, I'm glad that it was a little more lighthearted with the introduction of two more characters.
^Yuuki wrote: But, I think some people are missing something important about Ruka...
Oh man, this is killing me!
sleepyzzz: I'll just refrain myself from reading that then...^^;
A few videos of the promo+interviews done on 10/4(a couple was posted before):
Super News:
Happy full:
Tokudane:
Mezamashi:
Episode 3 trailer:
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^Yuuki: Thank you for the links. I watched the preview for the 3rd episode O___O I cannot wait to watch on Thursday !!
It was hard to rezist to the spoilers from the official website.
I'm just curious did you guys see the relationships chart from the official website?
Ohh this drama is too complicated. i so love it.
It was hard to rezist to the spoilers from the official website.
I'm just curious did you guys see the relationships chart from the official website?
Ohh this drama is too complicated. i so love it.
OK.
I've "mechanicaly" timed suketeru softsub EP2 for 720p RAW so it's in sync now. By countless try I've managed to discover that changing timing from 29.984FPS to 30FPS will work.
Heres is the DIFF file to patch original file: http://www.fileden.com/files/2006/12/11 ... p-ASS.diff
Under Linux one need to do in terminal:
After that "new-patched.ass" will be timed one.
Windows user must install copy of win32 patch executable:
http://gnuwin32.sourceforge.net/packages/patch.htm
http://gnuwin32.sourceforge.net/install.html
or... manually copy&paste timing lines from diff to ASS file
I've "mechanicaly" timed suketeru softsub EP2 for 720p RAW so it's in sync now. By countless try I've managed to discover that changing timing from 29.984FPS to 30FPS will work.
Heres is the DIFF file to patch original file: http://www.fileden.com/files/2006/12/11 ... p-ASS.diff
Under Linux one need to do in terminal:
Code: Select all
patch -o new-patched.ass oryginal-suketeru.ass LastFriends-EP02-720p-ASS.diff
Windows user must install copy of win32 patch executable:
http://gnuwin32.sourceforge.net/packages/patch.htm
http://gnuwin32.sourceforge.net/install.html
or... manually copy&paste timing lines from diff to ASS file
Looks like someone else is softsubbing it too: http://www.d-addicts.com/forum/viewtopic_60626.htm
Well, the more the merrier~ Now to choose...
Well, the more the merrier~ Now to choose...
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a single day this thread goes through like 3 pages! xD
i think this drama can go a few different directions.
i kind of doubt that ruka...
but im betting that the story go towards the idea that michiru...
or....
on a side note, my friend came up with the idea that the person who dies at the end is...
but what i think it really is...
so cant wait till the next epi! xD
i think this drama can go a few different directions.
i kind of doubt that ruka...
bmwracer: Hey~ I just downloaded Kagayaku Onna and Earth Odyssey of Ueno Juri. Now downloading Jounetsu Tairiku...Had to resort to them while waiting for more Ruka. Heheh, since you're such a Juri fan and helped proofed Kagayaku Onna, just wondering if you know if the others are subbed or if there's any other interesting Juri-chan vids we have to see. ^^
Well, speculations are just ramblings at this point. It'll probably turn out totally different than what we think....1 more day to go~ =3
I think she's considering it but I also don't think thatscherzando wrote:Hmm about Ruka's secret..
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Unfortunately, Earth Odyssey and Jonetsu Tairiku are not subbed...^Yuuki wrote:bmwracer: Hey~ I just downloaded Kagayaku Onna and Earth Odyssey of Ueno Juri. Now downloading Jounetsu Tairiku...Had to resort to them while waiting for more Ruka. Heheh, since you're such a Juri fan and helped proofed Kagayaku Onna, just wondering if you know if the others are subbed or if there's any other interesting Juri-chan vids we have to see. ^^
If anyone is willing or planning to sub it, I'm more than willing to proof it.
Actually, that applies to any movie or drama that's Juri-chan related.
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i like this drama because it very much different from the other jdramas that i have seen. hehe.. i like nodame *i call her nodame..hehe* role here..very different and cute. i like the girl to girl kiss whahah.. and ryuuji *last friends..whahhe* role is very cute..make up artist hehe.. ryo's role is kinda scary..waheheh... poor michiru..
I've just lately gotten into more serious dramas, and I like it that I can appreciate this as a tv-show, not as a Japanese tv-show (I think it's the bold approach that does it for me).
Funny how everybody seems to have the hots for Ruka, because I've always had the tendency to fall for the boyish female characters. But I guess I've been sucked too deep into the Asian pop-culture, as the girlish male characters seem to be my thing these days
Eita ftw!
But anyway, this series seems to be getting more interesting in every episode. I can't wait to see more!
My take on what's going to happen...
But who knows! It would be nice to see something surprising for once!
Funny how everybody seems to have the hots for Ruka, because I've always had the tendency to fall for the boyish female characters. But I guess I've been sucked too deep into the Asian pop-culture, as the girlish male characters seem to be my thing these days
Eita ftw!
But anyway, this series seems to be getting more interesting in every episode. I can't wait to see more!
My take on what's going to happen...
Today is the day!! Can't wait for the raws to be out. These days I watch the each episode like 5 times haha Once without subs, once with suketeru's subs, once with Kioku's subs and a few more times while I wait for next episode! hahaha
Honestly, if Michiru doesn't retaliate soon I think people are going to get pissed. At least I will. Leave Sosuke!!
Go Ruka!
Honestly, if Michiru doesn't retaliate soon I think people are going to get pissed. At least I will. Leave Sosuke!!
I dunno how you guys can watch each episode multiple times.
As each episode progresses, I just find myself wanting to strangle Sousuke more and more.
Including Michiru!
As for the whole Girl on Girl plot, it's interesting that they worked this in. I'm interested to see how Michiru responds to Ruka's affections.
I'm not really crushing on Ruka like most people here though because I see too much of myself in her.
I noticed that the screenwriter has Kamisama, mou sukoshi dake and Love 2000 under their belt. There's some general overall themes that I'm seeing in all of these series...
namely the opening title sequence serving as a powerful visual representation of the drama's plot/theme. I think there's some clues that we can uncover from analyzing it.... hm....
As each episode progresses, I just find myself wanting to strangle Sousuke more and more.
Including Michiru!
As for the whole Girl on Girl plot, it's interesting that they worked this in. I'm interested to see how Michiru responds to Ruka's affections.
I'm not really crushing on Ruka like most people here though because I see too much of myself in her.
I noticed that the screenwriter has Kamisama, mou sukoshi dake and Love 2000 under their belt. There's some general overall themes that I'm seeing in all of these series...
namely the opening title sequence serving as a powerful visual representation of the drama's plot/theme. I think there's some clues that we can uncover from analyzing it.... hm....
Agreed. My eyes always gets wet whenever that comes on. The piano and strings arrangement is pure genius. I love it.zeiroc wrote:Can I just profess how much I love the quiet version of "Prisoner of Love." It's so emotional and passionately composed. It moves you so deeply that it can easily bring you to tears without any vocals or lyrics required. Can't wait til it's official release on May 21.
Saying 'Sousuke is creepy' is a complete understatement.
For those interested, I've uploaded a picture that I like at the moment - it's from a magazine which had an article of Last Friends - which explains why there's a line down the middle.
Anyway, hope some people like it!
If anyone knows of a higher quality version - pls tell me! Thanks
Anyway, hope some people like it!
If anyone knows of a higher quality version - pls tell me! Thanks
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I think someone posted this pic a while back...sleepyzzz wrote:For those interested, I've uploaded a picture that I like at the moment - it's from a magazine which had an article of Last Friends - which explains why there's a line down the middle.
Anyway, hope some people like it!
If anyone knows of a higher quality version - pls tell me! Thanks
I've always liked the ballad version of Flavor of Life better. Same goes to Prisoner of Love. There just seem to be more emotion in it? Anyway, Hikki's releasing a single of the song?? Wah, didn't know that. Looking forward to it. Her album sales are increasing again lately and we all know the reason for it. ;)zeiroc wrote:Can I just profess how much I love the quiet version of "Prisoner of Love." It's so emotional and passionately composed. It moves you so deeply that it can easily bring you to tears without any vocals or lyrics required. Can't wait til it's official release on May 21.
I rewatch it too. Only the Ruka parts mostly. Haha, can't stand the ones with Sousuke. And about the end of episode 2,sleepyzzz wrote:Today is the day!! Can't wait for the raws to be out. These days I watch the each episode like 5 times haha Once without subs, once with suketeru's subs, once with Kioku's subs and a few more times while I wait for next episode! hahaha
Honestly, if Michiru doesn't retaliate soon I think people are going to get pissed. At least I will. Leave Sosuke!!
Go Ruka!
Yeah, definitely. Plenty of imagery there that to dissect. The items especially, "red ribbon(thread) of fate", broken cup/glass, the keys, overflowing coffee, the (security) blanket... The actions, expressions and positions of the actors speaks louder than words. We just don't know for sure the meaning yet. Some are pretty obvious, the rest might have to wait for the series to unfold for us to see the significance. Seriously, one of the best opening sequence for a Drama series(most don't even have one...).amrayu wrote:namely the opening title sequence serving as a powerful visual representation of the drama's plot/theme. I think there's some clues that we can uncover from analyzing it.... hm....
We just need something to distract us with the wait 2 times is enough for me...but I choose specific scenes because of the score/music.amrayu wrote:I dunno how you guys can watch each episode multiple times.
Totally agree!I think I like her character a lot because her interests (except the liking Michiru part), clothing style and personality are kind of similar to mine.amrayu wrote:I'm not really crushing on Ruka like most people here though because I see too much of myself in her.
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I think the parts with the actors/actresses are the most powerful also. But I think their fate is all tied to that one word that appears beside them in the sequence. It'll be exciting to see how the drama plays out compared to the opening sequence. All I know right now is that it's definitely not a happy ending. -_-;;^Yuuki wrote: Yeah, definitely. Plenty of imagery there that to dissect. The items especially, "red ribbon(thread) of fate", broken cup/glass, the keys, overflowing coffee, the (security) blanket... The actions, expressions and positions of the actors speaks louder than words. We just don't know for sure the meaning yet. Some are pretty obvious, the rest might have to wait for the series to unfold for us to see the significance. Seriously, one of the best opening sequence for a Drama series(most don't even have one...).
Ah, I see. That makes more sense. My blood just boils when I see Sousuke... so watching an episode more than once is gonna drive me crazy.zeiroc wrote: We just need something to distract us with the wait 2 times is enough for me...but I choose specific scenes because of the score/music.
I'm not exactly the spitting image of Ruka, but I do relate to her very well (including the whole girl-on-girl thing too!).zeiroc wrote: Totally agree!I think I like her character a lot because her interests (except the liking Michiru part), clothing style and personality are kind of similar to mine.
My workplace is male-dominated, I'm a total tech geek, and back in high school I was very protective of my female friends.
As for other female viewers who are crushin' on Ruka, don't worry, it's not weird at all. I think it's sorta natural that females are somewhat bi-curious, whether they admit it or not.
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I just got to watch the first Last friends episodes and I was between shocked and blown away.
I *heart* the opening sequence. I think that is something that I watched the most, because YES I watched the episodes multiple times already.
I have to have an gif with Eitas Agony shot. If I heart something more then the opening its Eita. But later to that
My sister (who doesn't watch tvshows at all but loves me) discussed LF today and there where several things we came up with
I just got to watch the first Last friends episodes and I was between shocked and blown away.
I *heart* the opening sequence. I think that is something that I watched the most, because YES I watched the episodes multiple times already.
I have to have an gif with Eitas Agony shot. If I heart something more then the opening its Eita. But later to that
My sister (who doesn't watch tvshows at all but loves me) discussed LF today and there where several things we came up with
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Spoilers for Ep3
Interesting foreshadowing or red herring?
I don't think I've gotten so emotionally involved like this from a show before, so this is KILLER on my Thursdays.
Also, I LOVE the full version of the Prisoner of Love instrumental that they're using. The way the strings swell during the "Stay with me..." part is so heartbreaking.
Interesting foreshadowing or red herring?
Also, I LOVE the full version of the Prisoner of Love instrumental that they're using. The way the strings swell during the "Stay with me..." part is so heartbreaking.
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waiting for each episode is such toturinT_T
cant wait for episode3^^ this drama is so interesting esp Ueno! very interesting role, so different from Nodame
cant wait for episode3^^ this drama is so interesting esp Ueno! very interesting role, so different from Nodame
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