Meninos Antes de Flores (2005)

Hana Yori Dango (Japan) (2005) - the Japan version of Meteor Garden and lahi pud ang atake sa Japan version. Though the DNA is there like the main plotline is makita jud, with of course a hint of culture that only Japan can portray. What I like about this version is that kanang direct to the point lang sya, and dali ra ang flow sa storyline, walay unnecessary details and mostly focus jud sya sa main leads, wala gani halos other characters na highlight but I like it. Ang characters pud though villain jud ila role, naay hint of being human japun comparing it to the Taiwan version and the Korean version though la pa ko nahuman sa Korean Version.

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Ну как вы поняли по описанию, тоже самое что и в корейской версии.
То же. Да не совсем. Вот почему... что так неуловимо меняет впечатление от фильма? волшебство? Не скажу, что абсолютно, но получились разные сериалы.
Больше легкого стёба, особенно при показе школы и семьи. Мамашка Цукасы не такая жуткая, до нее хоть можно было достучаться - не было такого беспросветного отчаяния в этой семье. Начальница- хозяйка кондитерской, где работала главная героиня Макино, вносила юморную нотку. А уж ее воспоминания о своих мужчинах - не только ликбез для молодежи, но и просто отличная разрядка в напряженных местах.
И да, Цукаса совсем отморозок в начале. Огромное спасибо Матсумото Джуну, что он сумел сыграть так, что было по настоящему страшно, Чувство, что ты заперт с тигром в одной клетке и не в курсах, тигр сыт или нет. Потом его ярость тоже выплескивалась, но "одним щелчком пальцев" Макино превращала ее в противоположное чувство. И за это спасибо актрисе Иноуэ Мао. И вообще - именно эта парочка сделала кино.
Сериал более ровный, чем корейский, который очень четко делится на две части. Здесь же все логично. Понравилось то, что более внятно разжевали нам экономическую подоплеку всех перипетий, с Корпорацией было все совсем нехорошо и именно ответственность за судьбы многих беспокоило и Макино.
Пару слов об остальных из Ф4. Рюи не совем то, что я ожидал, после великолепного корейского. Можно сказать - не верю я в его чувства, ну вот ни грамма. В первом сезоне он вообще не высовывался, во втором вроде бы второй претендент, но блекло как-то. Остальные двое ровно шли весь сериал, вот и всё.
Оуу, а уж хеппиэнд, всем хеппиэндищам хеппиэнд Но я так распереживалась за эту парочку. что это было именно ТО. что нужно

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Possibly my favorite HYD adaptation that I've seen

As someone who hates the poor girl/rich boy trope, the toxic male lead trope, the amnesia trope, the kidnapping trope, the disapproving parent trope, and more, I went into this adaptation of HYD with a lot of doubt and trepidation — especially since I'd watched several other versions before (BOF, 2018 MG, F4 Thailand in that order) and not really enjoyed them for a multitude of reasons, from cringy writing to weak acting.

To my surprise, this was actually really fun to watch, and dare I say it, this might be my favorite version of HYD that I've seen.

The main reason is really the two main leads, who not only had insane chemistry but also managed to balance serious dramatics with humor really well. Domyoji was really lovable despite his toxic flaws, and Makino was a particularly impressive, being a strong female lead who stood up for herself and her friends without ever coming across as being naive/stupid, brainlessly impulsive, judgmental, or wishy-washy (which had been my criticisms of other HYD FLs).

I think the pacing was also a benefit. The fact that there were so few episodes meant that annoying misunderstandings weren't dragged out; arcs flew by fast, making this a better adaptation for people who already have some knowledge of the original story. I do think, however, that if a viewer is going into this story blind, it might feel too fast, as there are a lot of subplots with new side characters that aren't really given time to marinate.

Basically I loved the main leads the most in this version, but the side characters better in the others. Nevertheless, I actually would recommend this! It's short, it's quick, and it's fun.

Link to my review of part 2: https://mydramalist.com/profile/7498003/reviews/280275

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Well, I see why this is a classic

This drama is almost 15 years ago, I enjoyed is SO SO MUCH! I only watched the 2018 chinese version of this and I have to say, I can totally understand why many rank this version the first. Even though this is so old, it doesn't actually feel old? Expect for the styling and technology, it doesn't feel out of place like older dramas often do. The leads were amazing, I mean they are way better actors than the chinese ones (I have to add that they were rookies tho).
And I have to say, this story has some pretty questionable storylines, but for some reason if you can overlook that, you can feel that the love between the leads and the friendships feel so sincere and heartwarming. This is definitely a classic. Also I loved that it only has nine episodes.

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One of the earlier japanese dramas i have watched, "Hana Yori Dango" changed my world totally with its magnificent story-line where two different people from different classes become enemies and later turns to fall in love. The famous F4 are four rich guys everyone fears, where no one can say anything against them, not even the teachers. The leader of F4, the dynamic and cruel Anti-hero Tsukasa Domyjoji sends a red card to every guy he wants to punish and lets the whole school bully him. But our heroine, the poor but determined Makino Tsukushi becomes the first person and girl ever to stands up against Domyjoji and declare war against F4. Domyjoji shocked but soon insistent and full of rage will try everything to make Makino`s life a living hell to get her to leave the school...but he had not seen the strength in Makinos heart from the start..and he will against his will fall in love with her with all his heart and throughout the journey he fights for her. He is a young man who had everything delivered at his feet...a cold and violent soul..and his first love will be the only thing he ever wants, but it is a unrequited love as the girl he loves are in love with his bestfriend.

There are many adaptions based on this the manga "Hana Yori Dango" but the japanese version in MY opinion are the best one. It stays true to its story and the characters. Makino and Domyjoji are characters i love with all my heart and their blossoming love-story stays beautiful the whole time. They have an incredible chemistry, and the brotherhood of F4 always leave me to tears, they are such good friends, and by stealing the leaders heart, Makino also become a great friend to the all other guys. I have lost count on how many times i have watched this drama. I L.O.V.E and A.D.O.R.E this series with all my heart..!

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Where it All Began

Usually I don't like watching school drama's but since this series was popular enough for two other remakes, I needed to find out why it was so appealing. I suppose if you are a young, 15 year old girl, this would have some kind of appeal. However, I have always thought that any girl who picks a bad boy over the one that treats her like a queen deserves whatever she gets. Luckily this is done in an entertaining, albeit, cliched way.

The entire premise is completely implausible, the characters one-dimensional, and the storylines contrived. The cast is cute but it isn't enough to save the stinky plot and the acting is atrocious. Makino is a really sweet girl, but she is a doormat when girls bully her, yet tough when boys are the bullies. Perhaps she has figured out just how demented mean girls can be, and far more evil. I think the worst message this show can have is to make young ladies believe that they can change a bad boy with just a little TLC. People like Domyogi don't change.

It has entertainment value to some degree, but everything is on the surface. The characters were just not believable enough. All I know is that everyone is shallow and crazy with the exception of Makino. The bullying is way over the top here and just not realistic. There is a lack of authority, but perhaps this is the way the manga is written. It is definitely better than Meteor Garden, so thank God for small wonders.

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Before watching this drama I already seen Korean one then chinese one ,in all three drama story is the same but as it was so old and Korean drama made after three years of this drama taking the season 2 story in their drama ,so I enjoyed that one more than this one because of three years gap made the lots of changes like view ,then little bright colour of the background ,new technologies used and most important I am too much connected with the second lead also that character had all my sympathy but I am not connected with the second lead character of this drama as well all other two F4 characters .As a whole in all way Korean drama is the best one ,all F4's characters story and then lead actress and her friend ,each and every character connected me very well with the story. Then I like the chinese drama too it's first lead and 2nd lead both are cute and lovely and other F4 character again do not connected me with the character but compare to this it is better.
About this drama story is good ,but it is at fast track. In the whole drama I like the lead actress acting only .As I had seen 1st season only so I can't come at the conclusion ,may 2nd season change my view .

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I actually hold this drama off 4 times. I was able to watch till episode 4 but never really got around to finish it. After I started watching it again last week, it was like a mission to finally complete this series. So here is my review.

Story: 10/10 because who doesn't really know this story? It's been adapted many times. I just love this plot.

Acting: 9/10 because I thought that the acting was great. The leads have great chemistry. I like the friend chemistry too. I thought the Rui & Tsukushi had good chemistry too.

Music: 8/10 because the soundtrack was good especially the song that plays through out the drama like Flavor of Love(I think it's called that?). It was good, but not as memorable.

Rewatch value: 9/10 because this was a cute story, and I would watch it again if I become upset and no other drama comes to mind to watch.

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Definitely Recommend this!!!

OMG I LOVE THIS DRAMA SO MUCHHHH!!! Matsujun portrayed Domyoji Tsukasa very well, like i can feel his anger everytime he screams, and Inoue Mao also portrayed Makino Tsukushi very well too, she's not overly acting like the other ones i've watched. she seems the Most Makino to me, and also Hanazawa Rui is the most gentle one in all adaptations, and akira and sojiro are like the best peacemakers, anyways, i really love this series so much, and i recommend that you watch this. and (also, i hope you are all physically and mentally ready to watch this, because for me, the first i've watched this, there were times i want to throw my phone everytime Domyoji will do something stupid HAHAHAHA.)

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best bof adaptation!

I started this initially cause I heard it was the best adaptation and cause I had watched meteor garden (Chinese) before this and wanted to compare how bad meteor garden really is. This adaptation did NOT disappoint!! It was such a satisfying watch I loved it so much. The cast was amazing and the friendships between characters (especially f4) were great! I really enjoyed that in this version they really showed how close knit f4 is specifically the male lead and the second male lead. Unlike other adaptations where they fell apart because of the love triangle, this version showed how main guy truly saw rui as a friend in how they communicated, the friendship was so cute and I adored it. The main girl in this adaptation was also the best in my opinion she was never annoying and really portrayed the character well. The main guy’s character was the healthiest in this adaptation they skipped the harrassment stage that other adaptations included and instead had him pursue her in a healthy way without force which was a breath of fresh air after what other seasons did. He also had the best communication skills here as he actually talked out to f4 problems (particularly to rui) and was ready to apologize when wrong. The chemistry between the main leads was really good and enjoyable. Rui was amazing and probably my favourite character, in other adaptations I didn’t really care for the second male leads but in this one they really aced his character and I loved how he was showcased. All of f4 were adorable and I loved how they progressed throughout the drama. The ost was beautiful and so fun! I’ll definitely be listening to it often! Overall, this was a great drama and the best adaptation of bof that I’ve seen I highly recommend!!!

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