Nodame Cantabile: Finale

[Anh_Minh]

- I kinda understand why she chose it, but I really don't like Rui's dress.
- Stresemann is a Belkan mage. Also, Mephistopheles.
- Good instincts on Chiaki, when he said Nodame was "running away". She was trying to bind him to her with something other than music (not a very good plan, considering his personality). He didn't do so good in his reaction, but, well, flight is understandable, in the circumstances.
- Speaking of, I totally would have been leery of eating or drinking anything she prepared. She was just too falsely cheerful. I'd be afraid of poison.
- Since when are they physical? The way they've built their relationship is so weird, it's hard to tell.
- Chiaki wanted to pounce on her when given the traditional choice. Only to be sent to the bathroom. Alone. Poor guy.

[Joojoobees]

Very cool episode. The Ravel performance was handled well, and I did not expect the twist(s) at the end. Milchy has the perfect voice for the Devil. What a cliff-hanger!

[Somnus]

Wow. What a powerful episode.

An amazing performance that reminded me of the first season. I enjoyed it thoroughly.

Through the ep though my feelings were thrown everywhere, haha. I was laughing one moment then the show did a great job of rubbing in the fact that it was truly a serious moment. It happened MULTIPLE times. I can't wait for more.

Oh, and P.S. I really, really like Rui now after all the development she's had. I feel sorry about her one-sided feelings though.

[aliensporebomb]

Yeah, after watching the sub: the show is in overdrive now. Fantastic.

I can't wait for the next episode to watch the reactions.

Spoiler:

Nodame doesn't see her own talent as all that special. She thinks she's so far behind everyone else.
She can't talk to anyone about it and Chiaki has done nothing to reassure her. Chiaki isn't that kind
of guy so she didn't dare say anything I suspect.

This was somewhat expected - in her mind Chiaki was going to go off with Rui together after the concert I imagine.

I'm not liking this "she's a borderline mental case" but yeah, we need to see a magical moment when
the appreciation for her talent is undeniable so that even she sees she is special. She's one of those
amazing musicians who just doesn't see herself as all that special.

Can't wait for the next ep!

[BBOvenGuy]

Originally Posted by Anh_Minh

- Good instincts on Chiaki, when he said Nodame was "running away". She was trying to bind him to her with something other than music (not a very good plan, considering his personality). He didn't do so good in his reaction, but, well, flight is understandable, in the circumstances.

At that point, Nodame had basically given up hope of ever relating to Chiaki as a musical equal, so she went into "wife" mode and was trying to relate to him that way. Not a good idea.

- Since when are they physical? The way they've built their relationship is so weird, it's hard to tell.

It's never actually been said, but if I had to guess, I'd say sometime after Nodame's Mozart recital. It's been three years now just since they went to Paris, so it would have been shocking to discover that things hadn't reached that point, really.

[CWW]

Originally Posted by aliensporebomb

It seemed that Rui wasn't really happy at the end of her concerto as impressive as it was. If Nodame does such a concert with Stresemann won't she have similar feelings?

She's merely disappointed Chiaki is already taken. Aren't we all?

What a twist! Go Milch! *throws up horns too*

[Kanon]

Originally Posted by aliensporebomb

And...just musing:

Spoiler:

It seemed that Rui wasn't really happy at the end of her concerto as impressive as it was. If Nodame does such a concert with Stresemann won't she
have similar feelings?

She seems to have had a lot of fun during the concert. She was sad afterwards but not because she wasn't satisfied with her perfomance, it's because that concert and all the time spend working with Chiaki made her realize she's in love with him (it's been obvious for a while), and that he doesn't and likely never will share those feelings. "It's all over now. Being in love is a lot of fun, but it's a bit painful"

Pink magic circle aside, the final scene with Stresemann was very powerful with Faust opera in the background. Stresemann was just amazing here, his voice actor did a great job.

Also, I'm really glad Chiaki realized he reacted like a jerk to Nodame's proposal. For a moment I thought he'd rush to her to explain himself but nope... in the end it worked out for the best I guess. Can't wait to see what Milch has in store !

[Anh_Minh]

Originally Posted by Kanon

Also, I'm really glad Chiaki realized he reacted like a jerk to Nodame's proposal.

Eh. I think it was her just desserts, after all those times she claimed to be his wife. Like the boy who cried wolf.

[Tubby]

Guess it's no coincidence now why Nodame calls Auclair-sensei "Yoda" after seeing Lord Milch offering her cookies to join the dark side.

[mokuseimaru]

Maybe I'm the only one who's a bit confused, but...is Stressman trying to seduce Nodame literally or just seduce her into performing a concert or something with him? Reason tells me it must be the latter, but you would think that it wouldn't be such a big deal for her to do so. Chiaki would probably support it, wouldn't he? Or is it sort of a mix of the two, like he's saying, "Transfer your dream of performing with a full orchestra onto me...and later you will transfer certain other dreams onto me as well." Seems kind of low, even for Stressman, considering that he's been mostly pretty sympathetic so far. I'm...tempted to peak into the manga, but I'll resist. For now.

[hai_san]

Very good episode.

Just 1 thing the opera song bgm when Milchi seals his contract with Nodame, does it has any special meaning because i find it kind of weird and out of place.

[Bikerider]

NO !!! Nodame !! Don't fall under his evil spell.. DON'T DO IT !!!

[Shiroth]

Originally Posted by hai_san

Just 1 thing the opera song bgm when Milchi seals his contract with Nodame, does it has any special meaning because i find it kind of weird and out of place.

Personally i found that it made the scene quite powerful. Guess it can't please everyone.

[Tubby]

Originally Posted by hai_san

Very good episode.

Just 1 thing the opera song bgm when Milchi seals his contract with Nodame, does it has any special meaning because i find it kind of weird and out of place.

Just read some posts above. As already mentioned, it's the Faust opera and it has a very special meaning

to quote the wikipedia artikel about Faust:

The story concerns the fate of Faust Nodame in his her quest for the true essence of life music. Frustrated with learning and the limits to his her knowledge and power, (s)he attracts the attention of the Devil (represented by Mephistopheles Milch eh Streseman), who agrees to serve Faust Nodame until the moment (s)he attains the zenith of human happiness, at which point Mephistopheles Lord Sith Streseman may take his her soul. Faust Nodame is pleased with the deal, as (s)he believes the moment will never come.

Though last sentence may not be true.

Edit:THIS beautiful theme would also be a fitting as BGM, however it may be a "bit" out of place.
Just tried it and wow, works perfectly. Let the music fade in as he activates the magic circle.

[BBOvenGuy]

Okay, I admit it. I gave in to temptation. I went over to the dark side. Must be Stresemann's fault.

I found some manga summaries online and read through them. I was curious about what Nodame and Stresemann were going to perform (it's not my first guess, but it's one of the ones I considered), but more importantly, I wanted to see where we were in the story. The pacing is what's been throwing me off. Are there really only 11 episodes in this series? Because if they're going all the way to the manga conclusion, they've got a lot of living to do in just three more episodes.

Spoiler for manga:

One thing I saw is that after the Stresemann concert, another new character shows up who brings Nodame's composing back into the picture. I'd love to see that. What could Nodame do with her compositions if she took them as seriously as she's learned to take her playing? But alas, I don't see how they can fit in more than a couple minutes of that if they only have three more shows.

[Dop]

It's Mahou Ero-oyaji Milky! Brilliant!

[aliensporebomb]

Originally Posted by CWW

She's merely disappointed Chiaki is already taken. Aren't we all?

What a twist! Go Milch! *throws up horns too*

Well Chiaki isn't taken in the way she thinks. He's always been taken.

His love?

Spoiler:

Music. Not Rui.

[aliensporebomb]

I thought there were 12 episodes total so the pace will be fierce here running up to the end. Sigh.

In other news, I hear the live theatrical movies with the TV show characters will be subbed by Sars but only after their theatrical run is completed and after they are released on bluray disc in stores so as to not take any potential revenue away from the primary area where these are being shown. It appears the next movie will be out in early April.

The anime will be over by then so it will be interesting to see if the pacing will be as rushed in the four hour finale.

Thinking about Stresemann's thoughts here:

Spoiler:

He would get credit for discovering a new musical star, getting a boost to his career and potentially some action on the side.
I'm sure that happens all the time.

[Anh_Minh]

At this point, his career doesn't need a boost. And he's not so interested in Nodame (that way) that he'd jeopardize his relationship with Chiaki just to sleep with her. Heck, even with Chiaki out of the picture, he ain't that dirty.

I doubt he's put that much forethought into it anyway.

[Joojoobees]

Originally Posted by Anh_Minh

At this point, his career doesn't need a boost.

I completely agree. He is extremely well respected. He might think it is fun, or just that Nodame deserves the chance to show the world what she can do.

Originally Posted by Anh_Minh

Heck, even with Chiaki out of the picture, he ain't that dirty.

Well, I don't know if I would go that far...