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[Catphish]

When it comes to culture, I love all things British, and I love all things Japanese. I'm probably single-handedly responsible for some Netflix employee seeing a massive spike in searches for "British" and "Japanese" over the course of the last several years.

I suspect then that same employee went and told someone in Netflix management that there is a veritable outcry for more British and Japanese content. And that guy probably thought to himself, "Self, we must provide for the people. But what shall we create? British or Japanese?" And himself most undeniably replied, "Both, Senpai."

Thusly, the most perfect combination of British and Japanese drama has been delivered, and genuinely surprised the total hell out of me with it's complete and utter QUALITY. I mean it. Cast, acting, story, dialogue, pacing, music, production, artistry... This has all of it, in copious supply. I rarely re-watch tv series, but I know this will be an exception. It's instantly earned a permanent spot in my all-time favorite anythings.

If you have Netflix, are a Britophile or Shinnichika, or just appreciate a really, *really* well-done miniseries, I present to you: "Giri/Haji (Duty/Shame)".

You're welcome.

https://www.netflix.com/title/80190519...

 

[finowns]

I'll check it out

 

[oagboghi2]

When it comes to culture, I love all things British, and I love all things Japanese. I'm probably single-handedly responsible for some Netflix employee seeing a massive spike in searches for "British" and "Japanese" over the course of the last several years.

I suspect then that same employee went and told someone in Netflix management that there is a veritable outcry for more British and Japanese content. And that guy probably thought to himself, "Self, we must provide for the people. But what shall we create? British or Japanese?" And himself most undeniably replied, "Both, Senpai."

Thusly, the most perfect combination of British and Japanese drama has been delivered, and genuinely surprised the total hell out of me with it's complete and utter QUALITY. I mean it. Cast, acting, story, dialogue, pacing, music, production, artistry... This has all of it, in copious supply. I rarely re-watch tv series, but I know this will be an exception. It's instantly earned a permanent spot in my all-time favorite anythings.

If you have Netflix, are a Britophile or Shinnichika, or just appreciate a really, *really* well-done miniseries, I present to you: "Giri/Haji (Duty/Shame)".

You're welcome.

https://www.netflix.com/title/80190519...

That's a weird way to sell a show, but sure why not

 

[bronk]

I gave up on episode 5 i think. Not remember exactly why. Think i sorta lost interest.

 

[Catphish]

I gave up on episode 5 i think. Not remember exactly why. Think i sorta lost interest.

I'm surprised. At that point I was glued. But hey, to each their own.

 

[bronk]

I'm surprised. At that point I was glued. But hey, to each their own.

Not even hating i kinda forgot. Maybe ill go back. I remember one actor was from boardwalk empire and her snooty attitude got to me. I need to reset and try again haha

 

[Komatsu]

Absolutely fantastic series. Kelly MacDonald and Takehiro Hira are amazing in it.

 

[Denton]

I just finished this.

10/10

Perfect combination of drama and humor, with immensely charismatic and entertaining characters, great dialogue, brutal action and kind of a...poetic atmosphere. Absolutely loved it. And its soundtrack.

I finished last episode 30 minutes ago and I am already looking forward to a rewatch it is so good.

 

[Cyberpunkd]

Started it today beaded on OP recommendation. If it's bad I will make you commit seppuku.