OMG What a little gem of a movie.
L.O.V.E.D it.
Story:
It was nothing I've never seen before, well except the fact that the child was his Granpa's illegitimate kid (that is really awkward). Nevertheless it was still a very very enjoyable movie to watch. I loved that he took her in when no one else would and then the next morning his like, "WHAT THE HELL did I get myself into." Unlike most in his situation he didn't give up, he kept going on. And the child, Rin was just gorgeous. She was shy at first, like a flower that is struggling to bloom. To see her start opening up throughout the movie and bloom to a gorgeous little flower was just so heart-warming.
Acting:
*CLAP CLAP CLAP CLAP* Amazing! Matsuyama Kenichi, I seen him in Death Note and he is just gorgeous. When you see his name in a movie, you know that you will receive quality and the movie (well the acting side) would be flawless. He acted as the perfect 30 year old guy, who decide to take custody of the child. He really adapted himself well into the situation. Seeing him sacrifice his job so he can spend more time with her, the smile he gives her, the raw emotion of hwne he thought he lost her. That was seriously amazing.
Ashida Mana, she is going to be BIG when she;s older. Her acting skills was top, from the sad lonely young girl to a happy, smiling one. The pure joy in her face when she's with him, the fear in her face when he leaves her in the nursery school because she believes he would not come back for her. I have not flaws to point out.
The vibe between Matsuyama and Ashida was bloody awesome. You really did feel like they were father and daughter.
The other actors/actresses were really great as well, especially that young boy who acted as Khouki (Rin's friend).
Music:
I really didn't pay attention to the music, I guess it was good because music does aid in the creation of the atmosphere/mood of the film. The only piece of music I remembered was this german(?) one. It was so absurd to hear that in a Japanese movie.
Rewatch Value:
I would rewatch it any day. So heart warming :3
Overall:
You, reading this review better add this into your plan-to-watch dramalist or better, go watch it. It is a movie that would make you feel warm and fuzzy. The acting is amazing and the story was great. Just go watch it! GOGOGOGOGO
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