Nevertheless: The Shapes of Love

Nevertheless: The Shape of Love (2024) is a Japanese remake of the Korean drama "Nevertheless" (2021). The first thing you may notice is the quality and level of tenderness the series conveys.

The show is somewhat nostalgic and visually lush with seemingly endless gorgeous shots and background scenery. As a drama it was very high quality, with excellent cinematography and lighting, beautiful music, compelling cast of characters and a subtle but moving storyline.

This JDrama was a real treat. The film style was very polished and portrayed a lush, hazy, dreamlike atmosphere. The story, although compelling, was very much a slice-of-life story.

"Ren Kosaka, a young talented artist, arrives in Kamakura, Japan for a temporary lecturer position. His aura attracts people, yet he keeps distance. When he meets a woman, his emotions change despite knowing the potential consequences."

This drama was full of heart and soul, dealing with the little intricacies of varied relationships. It was very sweet and touching series that I'm glad I stumbled across. Very artistic and of higher quality. Gice it a chance!

I was looking over shows, and this had come up. I'm familiar with the Korean version and wanted to try it. It was very cinematic from beginning to end.

I Honestly felt a bigger impact compared to the Korean show. The drama is not really there which I like, no big misunderstanding and a great storyline.

The photographs conveyed tension and chemistry, and the overall story was beautiful. I didn't feel frustrated with the characters, and the actors were very charismatic.

The actors were very photogenic and I could actually feel their emotions, I ended up crying at this masterpiece of a show. This version of Nevertheless is honestly more realistic. And it will leave you with a sense of awe, It is very poetic, and I recommend it!

Funny how the only review here is a poor narrow minded woman criticizing another beautiful woman for her haircut with weak arguments.

I really don't agree with her btw, i prefer this version, more contemplative, with charismatic actors and scenic shots.

We identify ourselves with this young woman, crushing on his attractive teacher. Like a teenager reading a romance book, we see ourselves falling for this unattainable ladies man. Forms of love, attachement and desire are questioned, and the more we watch, the more we grow more attached to the characters.

We get caught up in it. Best casting choice, Ryusei Yokohama is one the most handsome, seductive japanese actor, with expressive deep brown eyes. Sara Minami has this beautiful innocent natural face.

We follow simultaneously other stories.

I really recommend, I like this version.

There are only 8 episodes. Every episode one of the main characters seem to get some "prime time".

It could have been a heartbreaking series. It could have been touching... but no, they failed gigantically. I felt nothing.

The series totally lacks romance, chemistry and (deep) conversations. It's every episode again "I shouldn't like him or her, but nevertheless...".

It's just boring. I wasn't that over-the-top positive about the Korean version, but this one is a million times worse. Not worth a minute of your time. And no I wasn't even fond of the looks of the male lead, but then again 'des goûts et des couleurs, on ne discute pas'.

The only positive about the series was the ending and I mean it in a non-sarcastic way, I liked how the series ended. At least something positive in a rather depressing series.

When are the Japanese going to learn that bowl haircuts are not a good look, and they never will be. I believe they are out of touch of what is fashionable and what is not. The short hair doesn't fit the females face shape. When it comes to anything fashionable or even making dramas...the Japanese need to take notes from South Korea! The bowl hair cut ruined the entire series, to be honest. For anyone considering wasting their time watching this version of "Nevertheless" don't do it, just watch the original South Korean version, that one is a million times better. Trust me, you'll thank me later.