Wow. What can I say? I anticipated so much to watch this movie as I loved the manga so much.

Going straight to the direction of the film. The transition lines weirded me out the most but I figured that the director wanted to aim for an old film feel? I can't quite point out the technical term for this, but anyway I hope the message was understood. Lol. Anyhoo, the direction was what I imagined when I was reading the manga. The order of events were good and while thinking of what will happen next, I wondered if there will be a sequel. Because the manga is freakin' awesome and it's a long-running type... So I just wondered while watching.

Next up is the cast. I think Yamazaki Kento was perfect for the role. He did well as Shin. Also, Yoshizawa Ryo was soooo convincing as Sei. I liked both leads! Perfect for the role. Nagasawa Manami was stunning! As always, I am a fan of her work. Hashimoto Kanna was cute being Ten. Whoo, if there will be a sequel for this movie, I am excited most for Ten's live-action development. Because she represented women during that era and her future career does offer some exciting plot points.

On to my favorite character, Ouki!!! I like Ouki too much. I think they could have chosen an actor that has bigger lips (because that was Ouki's character point in the manga), but I couldn't ask for anyone better. Osawa Takao did a good job for Ouki! His voice was well near to my imagination of Ouki's voice. I can't help but feel giddy whenever he speaks! He lifted my feelings up (because I miss Ouki in the manga) and I remembered why I like Ouki from the start. Ooooh he did well!

Overall, I highly highly highly recommend this movie. Well, first reason being I read the manga and the storytelling there was so exciting. Second reason is that the direction of this movie was so good, taking in consideration the era they were trying to set-up, it was no easy feat. Costumes, setting, make-up, were all properly done! I applaud everyone who helped make this movie. It was one of a kind. Lastly, I highly recommend this movie because of Ouki. Osawa Takao made his own version of Ouki and I couldn't ask for anyone better. Oh, maybe just a little bit more lipstick? Lol just kidding. This movie was amazing.