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Good Life: Thank You, Papa, Goodbye

2011·Show
11Episodes in1Season
49
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos10
  • Family Dynamics10
  • Melancholy9

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Family, everyday modern life, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty5

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

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About

The basis for the drama is the novel “Kashikogi” by author Cho Chang-in, which has sold 2 million copies in Korea since its publication in 2000. It has already been adapted as a television drama and a stage play in that country. On February 4, Shogakukan is publishing the book in Japan under the title “Good Life.” Sorimachi plays the part of Daichi Sawamoto, a newspaper reporter who has always prioritized his work over his family. When his wife suddenly leaves him, he finally notices the love he has been receiving from his son. Just as he decides to answer back, it is discovered that his son has leukemia.
Japanese DramaEmotional & TragicFamily RelationshipsIllness & GriefPaternal LoveHeartbreakingRedemption ArcSlow Burn NarrativeCharacter-Driven

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Is Good Life: Thank You, Papa, Goodbye worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 2.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Good Life: Thank You, Papa, Goodbye rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Good Life: Thank You, Papa, Goodbye have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 11 episodes of about 54 minutes each.

Is Good Life: Thank You, Papa, Goodbye based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did Good Life: Thank You, Papa, Goodbye air?

It ran from 2011 to 2011 and has ended.

What language is Good Life: Thank You, Papa, Goodbye in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.