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At the Scene of Life

1992·Show
160Episodes in4Seasons
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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Moving and wholesome

  • Pathos8
  • Wholesome7
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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Set in a general hospital in Tokyo, this drama depicts a woman and a nurse who are about to retire from active duty and continue to work day and night at the "scene of life."
Medical DramaEnd-of-Life CareProfessional DedicationQuiet Emotional DepthJapanese RealismGenerational ContrastHeartbreaking yet HopefulCharacter StudySlow-Paced Narrative

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How many seasons does At the Scene of Life have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 160 episodes and is still in production.

When did At the Scene of Life air?

It started in 1992 and is still in production.

What language is At the Scene of Life in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.