Review of Dogwood Tree (2010) by Chanin H — 21 Dec 2010
There are many reasons why ã?ããã,ºã, is considered a must-see film.
1. It is directed by Nobuhiro Doi, director of great romance films and series such as Be With You and Nada Sou Sou.
2. It is starred by Ikuta Toma, Aragaki Yui, and Mukai Osamu. OMG!!! >0<.
3. It is based on the most beautiful song of the same name by Hitoto You.
... and so on.
I almost screamed out of joy when knowing that it would be released in Thailand at Apex and House cinemas and managed to get some tickets to the Thailand film premiere at last.
Hanamizuki tells a tear-jerking love story similar to Be With You and Nada Sou Sou (but not as much tear-jerking as the two Doi's previous films). The film is sad, but I found it encouraging rather than depressing. Kind of encouraging people to be true to love.
Toma, Gakky, and Osamu have all delivered such great performances. So talented and natural as they are, fans will not be disappointed. The scenery in the film were also very well-chosen. On the other hand, the plot of the film is a bit too 'soap opera' and has pulled down the film somewhat, pity.
All in all, the film is definitely worth watching for the brilliant Toma & Gakky, just don't expect too much of the plot. ^^.
*Notice* Please continue watching the end credits to see various nice pics.
This review of Dogwood Tree (2010) was written by Chanin H on 21 Dec 2010.
Dogwood Tree has generally received positive reviews.
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