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Someday at a Place in the Sun

2013·Show
10Episodes in1Season
74
GoodGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Violence6
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Deeply moving and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, society, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

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About

Hako was senteced to 7 years in prison on a robbery charge for the host she loved. Ayaka killed her husband to protect their son from domestic violence. These two women became acquainted in prison and forged strong bonds. After they are released from prison, they stay together and begin new lives in the old district of Yanaka in Tokyo while carrying pasts that no one must not know.
Redemptive DramaFemale FriendshipTrauma & HealingSecond ChancesUrban LifeSocietal ReintegrationEmotional ResilienceJapanese DramaCharacter StudyHopeful Narrative

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Is Someday at a Place in the Sun worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Someday at a Place in the Sun rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does Someday at a Place in the Sun have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 10 episodes of about 48 minutes each.

Is Someday at a Place in the Sun based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did Someday at a Place in the Sun air?

It ran from 2013 to 2013 and has ended.

What language is Someday at a Place in the Sun in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.