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As Tears Go By
2000·Show
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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Heartwarming and uplifting
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics10
- Wholesome9
- Hopefulness9
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy4
- Physical Comedy2
World
Family and everyday modern life
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
- Cinematography6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighHeartwarming and uplifting
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's heartwarming, uplifting, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily and everyday modern life
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around family and everyday modern life. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Eguchi Yosuke plays the character of Onishi Katsuo, a 35-year-old carpenter and former college football player who sees life almost in the same balance as a football game (guts and glory along with team spirit). One day he learns that his friend (a college football teammate) was killed when his house burned down. His friend's wife is in a coma and his four kids are now homeless, Eguchi has the children live with him (in his one room apartment) above his bosses home.
Heartwarming Family DramaFound Family TropeOvercoming AdversitySlice-of-LifeEmotional & UpliftingContemporary Japanese DramaInspirationalKindness & EmpathyComfort Watch
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Is As Tears Go By worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 3.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does As Tears Go By have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 11 episodes of about 60 minutes each.
When did As Tears Go By air?
S1
It ran from 2000 to 2000 and has ended.
What language is As Tears Go By in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.