the ending was really undeveloped, as if they wanted to end the mini series so badly, and I also found that the story of the two lovers was not very well written and elaborated and really not highlighted enough and put in the shade of chika's stories as if this movie was all about her. I definitely didn't watch this series to see chika's point of view, her love for him and her broken heart towards Nigasa. But for igawa and Nigasa, we know much more about her, and she appeared much more than the two main actors. It's quite sad.
but i still rated the story high because if it had been better developed, it would have been amazing. two friends meeting and getting closer and closer with more details and character development would have been the best drama possible, especially since the actors are great and the cinematography was just the right kind of vibe to make it a good series.

Oh. Also, many complain that there is not enough "action", they are HIGH SCHOOLERS, go to sleep.