Nevertheless: The Shapes of Love

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!

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 browsing on Netflix and wanted to watch something Japanese when I found it, I started watching it without watching the trailer, and the first scene immediately draw me in. Loved the cinematography, judging by a few snippets I've seen from the Korean version, this one seems visually much more striking. The music, the photographs, the editing. I love it!

It was only the butterflies - they looked very fake, and 1 storyline(Chiaki, a bit too soapy and 1 scene didn't make sense at all) that made me only give it 8 stars.

I kept thinking "I'd love to see this scene as a photograph"

In its own genre this is excellent. I will definitely rewatch it to practice Japanese.

I was captivated by it. The visuals were stunning, and the storytelling was rich and immersive; it truly felt as if a beautiful poem had been brought to life on the screen. Each actor infused their performance with genuine emotion, making every scene resonate deeply. I am grateful for the remarkable experience you've created! As a point of comparison, I watched a few minutes of the Korean version, and I mean, no offence, but it struck me as rather farcical compared to the depth and artistry of this rendition. If there is any second season I would love to wait to watch it. 10 out of 10. Brilliant job all the actors and crew 👏👏👏.

The previous review that praised the Korean version made me sign up to imdb and leave my review:

This Japanese drama, "The Shapes of Love", is pure artistry. Every frame is so beautiful, seriously, the visuals are breathtaking. The whole thing feels like a poem come to life. The story flows with this beautiful rhythm, and the emotions hit me hard. The cast is incredible, their performances are so nuanced, every glance, every sigh speaks something without needing a dialog

Honestly, I was blown away. And the OST got me hooked immediately. If you're looking for something different, something artistic and moving, you need to watch this.

This remake easily turned the Korean version into a big joke.