Story: 10
I can understand for people going into this plot with no idea before hand of the story, why it’s awkward and weird. For me, this was one of my favorite Manga growing up. So I had high hopes for the adaption. This was very well done and very well portrayed. The director's vision was very interique and I loved how it was shot. I found myself laughing and crying, just how I did with the manga. For those who loved the original, this one is not to be ignored. It’s a great adaptation and one I hope to be watching again in the future.

Acting: 10
For me the acting was perfect. Everyone was casted to how I would have wanted them to be. The lead actress did a great job in pulling in the audience, (though I would like to talk to someone who was in charge of her makeup. Her lipstick color bothered the crap out of me) THe lead was the right choice and everyone in between. I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better Yuu or Miki.

Music: 8.0
The music flowed with the story very well, it didn’t ever take me out of the plotline at all. I question a couple of the music choices, just because it’s weird to me to have an all english song in a Japanese film, but the lyrics and meaning behind fit well with the story.

Rewatch value: 10
I honestly would rewatch this again and again. It was very well shot, and I loved every second of it. It wasn’t too drama heavy and I think because I knew what to expect, and the fact that I used to re-read Marmalade boy over and over again, I would be willing to watch this over and over again and still be happy.

Overall: 9.5