Our Youth

This series is an absolute masterpiece! From the very first episode, it grabs your attention with its stunning cinematography every frame is visually breathtaking and meticulously crafted. The electric chemistry between the characters is palpable, making their interactions feel incredibly authentic and heartfelt. The acting is flawless, with each performer delivering powerful, nuanced performances that bring their well written characters to life. The story is deeply emotional, with perfect pacing that keeps you hooked from start to finish. Every episode builds beautifully, creating a narrative that's both engaging and unforgettable. It's the kind of series you'll want to rewatch over and over, noticing new details each time. Without a doubt, this is a must-watch and a standout gem of 2024!

This Japanese TV series consists of 11 episodes and is adapted from a manga. The story follows two teenage boys who fall in love, offering a simple yet but heartfelt story. What sets it apart is its strong portrayal of the struggles of youth, the imagery and slice-of-life.

The story expresses the meeting of two different worlds, like two seas divided by borders. Minase is a top student who is highly focused on his studies, schedules, and grades. On the other side, Haruki is a troublemaker and mysterious boy who is the complete opposite of Minase. Despite their differences, they share one painful similarity: both come from broken families. Minase lives under the control of his strict mother, who forces him to follow her expectations, while Haruki suffers under the care of his alcoholic and abusive father. One day, Minase accidentally sees a different side of Haruki, leading their two separate worlds to intertwine. They begin to take notice of each other, though not as friends, as their differences keep them apart. However, as they learn more about one another, they slowly grow attached without realizing it. It is not until they watch a film made by Minase's father that they finally notice their feelings. They accept their love and begin a relationship unsure of what the future holds. Since controlling a relationship is challenging even for adults, the two teenagers struggle against the waves that push them apart. The story follows them as they handle these hardships, growing up and chasing their dreams. Years later, as adults, they meet again, bringing their journey full circle.

In my opinion, I absolutely love how the story beautifully expresses characters' development and their struggles in each episode. Every moment feels raw and real, making it easy to connect with Minase and Huruki's journey. The casts also express the personality and emotion of characters in a very beautiful way. Beyond the performances, the background music, images, and overall, perfectly match the storyline, enhancing the emotional depth of the series. As someone who has read the original manga, this adaptation exceeded my expectations in every aspect. It perfectly captures the aspect of the story, leaving a deep impact. The emotion and beauty of their relationship make this series stand out among other BL dramas.

To conclude, I highly recommend watching this show at least once in your life, even if you have never watched a Boys' Love series before. If you are a BL fan searching for a high-quality and realistic portrayal of love, this is a must-watch. I am certain you will fall in love with their story, just as I did. This is not just a romance, it is a heartfelt deeply heartwarming story of two boys whose paths unexpectedly collide, leading to a deep and meaningful bond. Do yourself a favor and watch it, you won't regret it!

I recommending everyone who wants the watch a good bl tv show. The story is heart warming and feels nice. It was nice that the subject was realistic and worth the problems in real life. In addition, the fact that both characters supported each other in the problems they faced in their lives, but never interfered with the course of troubles and overcame the problems with their own, was the most basic thing that made this story different from the others.. Also as a manhwa reader i could say that i love how they the follow manghwa storyline. And the actors who played jin and hirukawa is perfecty fit in the characters. And they reflected the personalities and energies of the characters on the show in a very beautiful way.

I've read a lot of BL stories, fanfics, I've watched lota of animes, dramas, and this one is the best one so far.

It's subtle, it's sweet and realistic. There's no dumb humor, no cringe, no caricatural showcase of homosexuality. They start of as friends, and they really care for each other which can be shown mostly in their actions. Words aren't needed. They support and help each other, they look out for one another... The portrayal of emotions is incredible. I love the characters, I love that they're not perfect and have flaws. But they find each other and bloom, realizing there's more to life than they thought. Minase taught Hirukawa that studying and college can be rewarding, Hirukawa taught Minase that not all relationships are meaningless. The slow, increasing love, is very soft and pure. The drama shows hardships and family dysfunctions, too. To me, it's so much more than just a "cute gay show". Also, the story might seem mundane or boring for those who don't see the details and little symbols. You won't enjoy it if you aren't sensitive or empathetic. I enjoyed every second of it and watched it all so fast because I got glued to the story... I'm tired of BL series with no communication, with toxic relationships, awful jokes and unrealistic gay stereotypes. "Our youth" is beautiful, sweet, domestic... and realistic. Watch it.

The story and dialogue is so beautifully written. It captures first love and the struggles of gay people very well. The acting in it is truly amazing. The actors did a very good job portraying love between the main characters so well. I love how the dialogue is used to describe the hardship and love the characters felt in the series. I would really recommend people to give this a watch!! But be aware you will cry. The storyline is sad but it captures queer love in a very realistic aspect.

I gave this an 8 because the ending wasn't very satisfying to me. But I will say it deserves way more hype. I didnt read the original manhwa that this was adapted from, so I can't say whether or not the plot is similar. If you are thinking about watching this, please do!!