BL lento
Enredo lento, atores sem química, mais parece num monologo que um diálogo. Chegado ao seu 6º EP e parece que o BL não sai, fica na mesmice. Um episódio de 24 minutos parece durar 1h... Enfim, algo que não consegui explorar no BL e por tal motivo prefiro assistir outros.Talvez parte se der por conta do BL ser adaptado da série de mangá de Natsuno Hiroko 25 Ji, Akasaka de, os limites entre arte e vida começam a se confundir para o inseguro, mas apaixonado Shirasaki Yuki (Niihara Taisuke), um ator de teatro em dificuldades que consegue um papel surpreendente em um drama gay ao lado de um ator famoso que ele conheceu em seus tempos de universidade, Hayama Asami (Komagine Kiita).
Enfim...
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Such a refreshing story
I loved it!I loved the trope already with BL drama no Shuen ni narimashita, but I was left disapointed from the lack of proximity between the mains.
This drama goes exactly like I would have imagined the trope to carry on, but still in some surprising ways that got me hooked each episode. The slow burn was on point, the ending was so satisfying and their proximity at the end was awesome.
Here are a few things I specifically liked:
-The romance (obviously lol): I often find JBLs annoying for dragging us through never ending conversations rather than actual actions, and a lot of time they promise each other the moon before even having their first kiss which feels very childish. Here, the romance feels much more real. They cannot tell each other feeling's but they constantly make moves on each other, and they just go with the flow rather than making long confessions with tones of promises.
-Hayama. Although I would have liked to see the more sensible or goofy side of him, I found his quietness endearing. I wouldn't be able to tell why him specifically, when I usually dislike characters that act like Christian Gray (like takashi in Love is better the second time around), but there is something in his character that just makes me want to hug him.
-The music was super nice and recognisable, which is not very common in JBLs.
Here are some stuff I didn't like:
-Shirazaki: Nothing wrong with his character, although he was pretty cliché, but something about his posture and expressions bothered me and made some scenes awkward.
-Sakuma was a pretty nice character and I wish we'd see more of him. Maybe in season 2? if there will be any.
-Sooo many clichés and other stuff we've seen a hundred times in Japanese romance. The main's insecurity, the lack of communication, the hug before the kiss, the top being in love first, the super stiff first kiss, etc... But I guess it's ok because contributes to making it a comfort show.
Overall, I loved this show and I'm sure a lot of people will enjoy it too!
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A Slow Start With A Satisfyingly Conclusion
I liked this show a lot more than I had thought I would, while watching the first 5 episodes. The second half was worlds apart, and even if it hadn't been, that last episode was totally worth the time spent on this show.Shirasaki is an awkward character-- while Hayame comes off as cold and detached. Their relationship begins to shine when the story breaks down Hayame's persona, and we're left with the raw attraction between the two.
In true Japanese fashion, this is a slow paced romance, with two characters who refuse to communicate, and instead choose to hide their needs and emotions. It's not until they find themselves at the verge of loosing everything that they're no longer willing to let the other go.
TLDR : #Slow start #Watch it for Ep10!!! #The Chemistry!!!
Watch if you enjoyed : Taikan Yoho, Perfect Propose
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luvluv (MORE RECOGNITION FOR THIS SERIES!)
UPDATE: AAGHHH I LOVE THIS SERIES SO MUCH! What I love the most are the hug scenes T_T it's so gentle and so comfy, also the way Asami strokes Yuki's head AGHHHHHHH. How to be Yuki? I want to have someone so gentle and caring like Asami huhu.Anyways an update about the kissing scene, DAMN episode 9 and 10 really surprised me. 10/10, hahaha.
Contrary to what other people said here, this series is actually really good! I like it sooo much! Although the first few kissing scenes seemed a bit off and looks pretty awkward, its still good though. However as a bl fan, kissing scenes don't really matter to me, as long as they know how to convey the character's emotion—which the actors did—I'm fine with it and will like it very much!
(I can't watch it properly because of Kiita?? tooo handsome!)
P.S. This is my first ever review. I've never written reviews before, this series is just too good for me that I made an account and shared a review here to support them.
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1Good chemistry, cute couple but slower pace in the second half
“25 Ji, Akasaka de” is a 10-episode drama that I think could have been shorter. The first half of the drama is fun. It was great watching two people who are clearly attracted to each other play fake boyfriend/boyfriend. The chemistry is great and their scenes together are sweet and cute. However, in the second half, the pace slows down, especially when the misunderstanding happens. Not a whole lot happened.The acting is pretty good and not overly dramatic. Komagine Kiita is attractive enough for me to believe that Hayama Asami is a very popular idol. Initially, I thought Shirasaki Yuki is just another passive and shy male lead (similar to Adachi in “Cherry Magic” or Hira in “Utsukushii Kare”). I am pleasantly surprised that though shy, Shiaraski does speak up and take initiative to pursue what he wants. He’s not as passive as I feared. The earlier kisses were meh but the last ones are a little better and their intimate scene was sexy and sensual.
I enjoyed the ending. The scene of Hayama Asami chasing after Shiaraski Yuki, worrying he did something wrong after their night together, was sweet and satisfying. I finally see some emotions from him, and he’s not holding back in expressing his feelings. Finally!! It did take 10 episodes for that to happen.
This is a sweet, nice watch, especially if you like faking relationships (though this one is not that fake) and the guessing-if-he-likes-me trope.
Completed: 6/22/2024 - Review #453
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A Familiar Yet Engaging Tale
While the series boasts strong performances, its familiar plot and drawn-out melodrama hinder its potential. The series follows the well-trodden path of a blossoming romance between co-stars, with Shirasaki's character development taking center stage. Taisuke delivers a commendable performance as the overwhelmed actor, effectively conveying Shirasaki's internal struggles. However, the series leans heavily on misunderstandings and jealousy, stretching the narrative beyond its natural conclusion.The comparison to 'Drama no Shuen ni Narimashita: Crank Up Hen' is apt, as both series explore the dynamics of on-screen and off-screen relationships. While the former embraced a lighter tone, '25 Ji, Akasaka De' opts for a more serious approach. The actors' chemistry is undeniable, but the script fails to capitalize on their potential. While the plot adheres to well-established BL tropes, the series shines in its portrayal of the characters' emotional journeys. Shirasaki's internal struggles and Hayama's supportive role create a relatable dynamic. The actors deliver commendable performances, bringing depth to their characters. However, the series suffers from pacing issues. The constant misunderstandings and separations become predictable, hindering the overall narrative flow.
In conclusion, this series is worth binge watching thanks to the splendid work of the actors but it falls short of delivering a truly memorable experience
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Such a unique show!
I LOVED it. I honestly don't get negative reviews. Such a unique setting of filming a movie, actors playing actors, cinematography, plot - it all just came together. In a way it's a show for introverts, with its slow pacing, great dialogues and no exagerated drama. There's not a single cringe or trivial moment, everything is mature and quiet in the best way possible. I only wished actors could "act more with their eyes" - but I guess they have a whole life ahead to hone their acting skills even more. I'm definetely gonna rewatch it later.A bonus point for great skinship, kisses and NC.
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Reseña sencilla
La serie es bonita siento que hay varios malentendidos y por algo pasan las cosas, debo resaltar que mee encantó la cinematografía de esa serie siento que esta muy bien lograda en bastantes escenas, la pareja principal cumple me hubiera gustado ver un poco mas de ellos que si bien si tenemos bastantes escenas de ellos, digamos que algo a futuro de ellos sobre como llevan la relacion y asi, tambien siento que Sakuma Hajime y Yamase Kazuma nos dejaron muy ahi de que ya no supieron que hacer con ellos, y siento que les falto un poco.Algunas cosas a resaltar para mi serian:
En el cap 4 pasan muchas cosas, pero la escena donde están haciendo los ñoquis, que yo siento que esa escena me da otra vibra no se, nos muestran como están sus dedos pegados y como agarran y hacen los ñoquis no se medio sus el asunto.
Tmb cuando reconocen a Shirasaki kun en el restaurante y de pronto la gente que lo conoce y tiene su numero lo vuelve a contactar, se ve lo abrumado que se siente pq es algo nuevo para el además de que se nos dice que no recibe visitas y que no suele salir so es gente que se contacto ahora que gano fama?
y ya para el final ps vemos como vuelve a sentirse solitario pq Asami-san tiene que hacer otras cosas entonces se rompe como esa rachita que llevaban de ver a diario y convivir.
Me gusta que el cap 7 sea una perspectiva de Asami-san y entonces nos muestren todo lo que hay detrás de el y pq siguió actuando, es un gran forma de conocer mas del personaje lo que hace que empaticemos mas con el.
Siento que a partir de cap 8 en adelante todo se vuelve pura tensión, tipo que es lo que va a pasar y la vd que yo esperaba que fuera una historia de amor "trágica" como fue la serie que estaban grabando (pq al final de la serie "hiro no yume" se entiende que no quedan juntos pq el personaje de Asami-San se tiene que ir aunque ya se que al final de la serie la productora les manda ms diciéndoles que se aprobó para una 2da temporada, nomas lo esperaba no era algo que quería la vd).
Para mi la 1ra mitad del cap 10 representa todo, desde el dejarse llevar por la emoción y el sentimiento que tiene ambos, hasta cuando Hayama-San va a buscar a Shirasaki kun y justo en la mitad del cap le dice que es el, la persona de la cual no se a podido olvidar y siento que el beso del min 13:53 representa el por fin decirse todo lo que sienten en cambio del beso del principio es uno que representa la pasión que ambos sienten:)
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Good?
Well, they bring up a new vision what CAN or NOT happen in the BL world, at the start I think that would be other generic BL but japan never fails to bring good story and acting to the Bl world. The acting was really on point, I mean if we explore a little more I bet we have the best drama of the year, but was okay. The visual in general was AMAZING. The music... well besides the track of the opening.. was not thaaaat good but was good. Rewatch value was high because for sure i will watch another times.Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
Know what kind of BLs you like
I can only say this series confirms for me that I am indeed a part of the Japanese BL target market - I am one of those audience members who really enjoys the slow-pace and the sensitive unfolding of a tender romance. This is one such drama, heartfelt and rewarding, with two well-cast leads, far from the clamour of the need for speed and thrills and urgency.From my experience to date, the Japanese writers, directors and actors, do this kind of series very well.
I don't know the actors from previous shows, but it's interesting to note that, like their characters, they differ quite significantly in terms of their Main Role experience.
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Might be better for viewers during a second watch
tl;dr: A simple story told in very subtle ways, with excellent acting and interesting camera work.The first episodes make this series seem like a more depressing version of "BL Drama no Shuen ni Narimashita" but it is not -- the dynamics and the background stories are very much different.
It's a slow-burn romance and does have the often used tropes of non-communication, self-deprecation and mutual pining -- so if you're not a fan of these tropes, you might want to give this one a miss.
The narrative choice to tell only Shirasaki's point of view first and to show Hayami's story then only later, in episodes 7 and 8, is something we've seen in other J-BLs (Mr. Unlucky, Senpai This Can't Be Love or the newer Living with him come to mind). Usually, it works fine. In this case though, I think it was not a good choice.
When we meet Shirasaki first, he is at his lowest, full of self-deprecation -- he is not at all a reliable narrator. Hayami, on the other hand, is quite unreadable -- not because the actor is bad at his job but because this is part of the character (Hayami's friend tells him exactly that in episode 7). So, for the first six episodes, we only get one (skewed) side of the story.
Because of real life issues, I had to take a break in episode 8 -- and after that I restarted the whole series. With the knowledge of Hayami's backstory, I was able to see things differently -- and what seemed depressing and a bit flat the first time, was actually just very subtle acting by both main actors.
Regarding the acting, the main actors are, in my opinion, excellent. Minuscule movements and facial expressions show the inner life if a viewer cares to look closely. Quite a few scenes have been taken in one single shot -- which shows the how good the actors really are.
Speaking of shooting the drama: I was intrigued by some camera angles -- we look through windows and through cameras, sometimes we are in vey tight spaces, feelinga bit claustrophobic -- and then some sces are wide-angle shots, and everything is only seen from a distance. Use of hand-held cameras in some scenes show the instability of the actor's emotions. Even just finding out how these choices relate to the character's emotions would make a rewatch interesting.
While I don't like the opening song, I do love the background music -- the piece itself was lovely, melancholic but strangely uplifting at the same time. Silence also played a big part in enhancing the scenes.
Overall, I think this series is not one to watch and forget immediately, rather it is to be savoured, and deserves a close look at its details.
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