Young, free and madly in love. As teenagers, the world was their oyster but as adults, their lives seem dimmer, like a very important piece is missing.Young, free and madly in love. As teenagers, the world was their oyster but as adults, their lives seem dimmer, like a very important piece is missing.Young, free and madly in love. As teenagers, the world was their oyster but as adults, their lives seem dimmer, like a very important piece is missing.
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Anthony Ma
• 2022
Amy Anderson
• 2022
David Chen
• 2022
Kana Koinuma
• 2022
Griffin Puatu
• 2022
Andrew Lee
• 2022
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This is about as close to perfect as a series gets. The character development, scenery, chemistry, fluid movement through eras, interweaving of historical events, beautiful score and satisfying ending were all done with such grace.
I eventually put my phone down and actually just watched my television screen exclusively. And that never happens!
As someone who split from their first love as a teenager, yet came to be in a long-term relationship with them over twenty years later, I can attest to the fact that this certainly DOES happen. Sometimes the way by which you find each other again is odd. Coincidences in life certainly do happen; we see evidence of this every day.
For me, in the long run, my second chance didn't last more than a few years. However, until we met again, it always felt like unfinished business to me. Splitting the second time, on my own terms, gave me a sense of closure finally. I could stop wondering "what if".
Sadly, due to circumstance, only one half of our couple had to wonder "what if". It's torture enough to go through, but I can't even fathom knowing that you are the only one experiencing it. I won't give away any spoilers here. We all have past loves, past friendships, and past experiences that all create the foundation for who we are as people. It's what makes us "US". First Love takes you on that journey for this couple so succinctly and effortlessly.
Just know that this series is not only binge-worthy, but it's even put-your-phone-down worthy. And that's saying something.
I eventually put my phone down and actually just watched my television screen exclusively. And that never happens!
As someone who split from their first love as a teenager, yet came to be in a long-term relationship with them over twenty years later, I can attest to the fact that this certainly DOES happen. Sometimes the way by which you find each other again is odd. Coincidences in life certainly do happen; we see evidence of this every day.
For me, in the long run, my second chance didn't last more than a few years. However, until we met again, it always felt like unfinished business to me. Splitting the second time, on my own terms, gave me a sense of closure finally. I could stop wondering "what if".
Sadly, due to circumstance, only one half of our couple had to wonder "what if". It's torture enough to go through, but I can't even fathom knowing that you are the only one experiencing it. I won't give away any spoilers here. We all have past loves, past friendships, and past experiences that all create the foundation for who we are as people. It's what makes us "US". First Love takes you on that journey for this couple so succinctly and effortlessly.
Just know that this series is not only binge-worthy, but it's even put-your-phone-down worthy. And that's saying something.
I have to say this series is one of the best Netflix ever aired especially if you're into love and Asian drama. It's written beautifully and pictured in simplicity with artistically picture and warm tones. The series not that long but the story getting more interesting and interesting in every episode. Onion ninja almost got me in the 2 last episodes and I strongly suggest you to watch it! Though the series going back forth between timeline but it all beautifully connected. The background OST is also amazing. One of the best Asian hits in 2000's by Utada Hikaru. I really surprised that main character is French descendant. She is really pretty. You're always gonna be the one best J-Drama in my life ever!
I Just finished binge-watching this series on Netflix and I must say it is a breathe of fresh air for me! This is my first time actually seeing a Japanese drama, I am more on watching Japanes animes be it love story, action or fantasy. But this one, I REALLY LOVE! I love how realistic the storyline, their acting are on point and anyone can relate with series! Love the places featured as well!
It's just kinda sad that it's only 9 episode and 1 season only. I feel like I want MORE!
Two thumbs up! More stories like this that everyone can relate to.
Kudos to all the cast and writer of the series!
It's just kinda sad that it's only 9 episode and 1 season only. I feel like I want MORE!
Two thumbs up! More stories like this that everyone can relate to.
Kudos to all the cast and writer of the series!
Binge watched Japanese drama
'First Love'
Inspired from songs by Hikaru Utada, It's a slow-burn romantic drama.
Simple story presented in swoon-worthy, heartwarming, heart-touching way.
Writer-director Yuri Kanchiku beautifully narrates the screenplay.
Each episode is like a connecting pieces of puzzle, which makes it immersing, intriguing and interesting.
Each small detail in storytelling is so important, Even small dialogues, activities and objects play important part.. Each action of a character is beautifully presented, why he/she took such decision, which gives depth to characters.
Series has perfect casting, specially lead couple, their older and younger versions.
Their acting is enthralling. Chemistry is top-notch.
It not only narrate dynamics of a couple in different life stages but also relation of mother-daughter, friends, mother-son n siblings.
Drama has beautiful OSTs, breathtaking visuals, specially in the last episode has Icelandic scenery.
I find myself shedding tears in each episode. Truly heartfelt for me.
Inspired from songs by Hikaru Utada, It's a slow-burn romantic drama.
Simple story presented in swoon-worthy, heartwarming, heart-touching way.
Writer-director Yuri Kanchiku beautifully narrates the screenplay.
Each episode is like a connecting pieces of puzzle, which makes it immersing, intriguing and interesting.
Each small detail in storytelling is so important, Even small dialogues, activities and objects play important part.. Each action of a character is beautifully presented, why he/she took such decision, which gives depth to characters.
Series has perfect casting, specially lead couple, their older and younger versions.
Their acting is enthralling. Chemistry is top-notch.
It not only narrate dynamics of a couple in different life stages but also relation of mother-daughter, friends, mother-son n siblings.
Drama has beautiful OSTs, breathtaking visuals, specially in the last episode has Icelandic scenery.
I find myself shedding tears in each episode. Truly heartfelt for me.
If you think it's a TV series about Japanese pure love! ?
Then you may miss a good work.
The range he spanned happened to match my age.
It's like when I listened to Hikaru Utada's first single 'First Love' when I was a student From the Fukushima Earthquake in Japan to the current COVID-19 in 2022.
When I watch the TV series, it seems that I have gone through these years with the TV series.
It describes the bitterness and joy encountered in half a lifetime of life.
No matter how hard the day is, always face it with a smile.
And silently holding back tears behind his back.
It describes the strength of women and the greatness of mothers.
These processes are also everyone's first time.
A choice made out of love.
The performance of the story also hopes that everyone can be like the leading actor in the end.
Able to overcome their difficulties.
Boldly do something for yourself that may change the rest of your life.
The range he spanned happened to match my age.
It's like when I listened to Hikaru Utada's first single 'First Love' when I was a student From the Fukushima Earthquake in Japan to the current COVID-19 in 2022.
When I watch the TV series, it seems that I have gone through these years with the TV series.
It describes the bitterness and joy encountered in half a lifetime of life.
No matter how hard the day is, always face it with a smile.
And silently holding back tears behind his back.
It describes the strength of women and the greatness of mothers.
These processes are also everyone's first time.
A choice made out of love.
The performance of the story also hopes that everyone can be like the leading actor in the end.
Able to overcome their difficulties.
Boldly do something for yourself that may change the rest of your life.
Did you know
- TriviaThroughout the series, the story of First Love parallels to many of Hikaru Utada's song lyrics and titles. "Distance" and "Letters" (both released around 2001) parallel with their lyrics and titles to when Yae gets into a car accident, losing her memories, and Yae and Harumichi end up separating. Harumichi attempts to give Yae letters, but her mom hides them from him, thus mirroring the two mentioned songs.
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- First Love: Hatsukoi
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- Runtime50 minutes
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- 2.20 : 1
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