Beyond Goodbye

Beyond Goodbye is a heartfelt series that beautifully captures the essence of love, loss, and healing. Its poignant storytelling gently tugs at your emotions, while its characters' journeys are relatable and uplifting. The show shines with its tender moments, celebrating the resilience of the human spirit and the bonds that endure. The stunning cinematography enhances the narrative, showcasing breathtaking landscapes that feel almost like characters themselves. Each scene is a visual delight, pairing emotional depth with serene beauty. A truly sweet and moving series, perfect for the soul.

Overall, Highly recommended.

With the first 2 episodes I really think that this series started strong. Like the premise of a love story that is kind of confusing at the same time frustrating, mix it up with a storyline like this. But, towards the end, what happened? It is like there is no clear point as to where the story is leading. There could have been a better story for the characters. The supposed lead here is the female lead but why is it the male lead the one that experienced all the pain? It is unfair to his character unless the story is in his POV which is clearly no. Also, there is no clear justification on the action of the male lead.. if he is acting on his will or still controlled by the 'transplanted heart' cos seriously if he acts in his own volition then clearly he is cheating on with his wife.. that just makes no sense. There isn't actual committing of feelings. And in the last episode with the call of the wife reminding the female lead of not hot having sex with her husband is too ridiculous! Like a cringe moment.

Im sorry but this is a little messed up. But this really started strong. Give this to a Korean production I think they'd give better storytelling and a proper ending.

BEYOND GOODBYE (2024) was a good Jdrama, especially initially, and started out strong but really lagged in the middle as far as the story went.

The story started out with tragedy but slowly twists into somewhat of a confusing romantic plot. The cinematography, settings, acting, music, and parts of the story were all very excellent.

"Saeko falls into deep despair after her boyfriend Yusuke dies in a car accident. A few months later, she meets Naruse who received heart transplant from Yusuke and now he feels something for Saeko in his heart."

This series was very compelling drama but I was never truly invested in the love story, or at least the romance in second half of the show, partially due to lack of chemistry between actors.

Overall, this was a pretty good watch, but the earlier episodes were definitely better. This series was definitely worth a watch.

Kentaro Sakaguchi's best act. He carefully portrays herself as someone who changes due to a heart transplant.

His wife Miki and her heart donor fiancée Saeko's feelings are shaken by his change.

He perfectly portrays how he firmly accepts the feelings of others inside him and the loved ones around him and moves forward.

Uncommonly seen in Japanese love stories, she responds kindly to the love of forward-looking and outgoing women, but is unable to resist her urges. Kentaro Sakaguchi's kindness saves them both.

The beautiful scenery of Japan's Hokkaido and Hawaii is also a highlight.

This is a wonderful love story that you should watch this winter.

The direction and acting of this movie is absolutely phenomenal. I don't think they could have pulled it off without the actors, especially since the plot was a little ridiculous. Either ways, loved watching these actors on the screen and I truly felt the emotions they were trying to convey. I didn't expect to love Mrs. Naruse as much as I did, but she was such a greatly written side character. The colors were a little too saturated but the settings and mood were beautiful. And of course, it's always a treat to see the beautiful Kentato and Kasumi's chemistry...that in itself should be a reason to watch this.