Notes
Flow points. And some good humor.
Each brother gets ample screen time, but it’s do or die. Tetsuji’s plot is the main vein, and it keeps your attention, but Mokomichi’s is more faceted. It’s interesting to see his very mature relationship next to Tetsuji’s very innocent one. Scenes get repetitious around episode 7, since it lacks a good conflict following the confessions.
For just the fighting, which entertained me to no end, these boys get eight points. Their development is told more than shown, but you believe it. Ryoko as the shy, mousy heroine is pure stock character, but she’s so dern cute, you find yourself rooting for her before Tetsuji even knows her name.
Initially I thought the series would allude more dramatically to the father’s absence, but they never took it deep. And I guess they never meant to. It’s a lighthearted romp through violent family dinners and dainty arranged dates.
No shark to jump.
The traditional Japanese wedding is interesting, but sap that I am, I would have liked to see happily married bliss over elaborate ceremonies. It’s closure, but with a half-developed romance, you’re not really that satisfied either.
Standard. Repetitive.
None to speak of.
You never really believe Tetsuji’s development, since he pops the question when their relationship isn’t even fully established. He and Ryoko have some sweet moments, but you only want them together because you know you’re supposed to.
Apple's Tier Ranking: 3rd
