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Vanessa Glau's avatar

As a fan of The Makioka Sisters, I'm curious about this show now. Thank you for the recommendation!

I recently saw Shoplifters & it touched me deeply. It's not at all what I thought it would be. Would love to read your thoughts on it, if it inspires you to write, that is. (But I think it might...)

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Leanne Ogasawara's avatar

I must see it!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Brooks Riley's avatar

I've only seen the first episode, but I loved how different the sisters were. It's a constellation I have no firsthand idea about, but I can still appreciate the family dynamics. Ozu was one of my favorite Japanese directors so the comparison is intriguing. I look forward to seeing the rest of it. I am about to rent Broker, Kore-eda's Korean film which was in competition in Cannes a couple of years ago. As for other recommendations, I loved The Trunk on Netflix. The premise may be a little off-putting at first, but once you accept it, then the series is breathtaking in its minimalist way, so meticulously written and directed, with stunning performances--and co-starring a brutalist home and a quasi carnivorous chandelier.

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Leanne Ogasawara's avatar

Thank you so much for recommending the brokers. Did you watch it yet? I’m definitely going to watch it! Looking at the other one now!

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Stephanie Bax's avatar

So glad I came across this post this rainy morning. I know what my plans are for the day now! ☺️☺️🤭

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Leanne Ogasawara's avatar

Hope you love the show!!

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Alyssa Chua's avatar

Have you seen The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House? I love everything about that drama, from the story to the pacing to the "coloring", as my sister who has more knowledge of videos calls it.

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Leanne Ogasawara's avatar

I LOVED LOVED LOVED that one!!

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Sally's avatar

Well, I had to pause reading your piece while I ordered The Makioka Sisters. Next I will be on Netflix! Surprise! Lol!

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Leanne Ogasawara's avatar

Let me know what you think!!!!!

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