Kids on the Slope
Kids on the Slope tells a complete coming-of-age story in one compact TV run, with jazz giving its friendships and romantic misunderstandings their pulse. The legal services listed for it are Crunchyroll and HIDIVE. Released in 2012 and also known as Sakamichi no Apollon, the series has 12 episodes at 22 minutes each. It is a good fit for viewers who prefer intimate character drama to a sprawling commitment. The performances carry much of the emotional weight, letting the characters express feelings through piano and drums that they cannot manage in ordinary conversation.
About
Kaoru transfers to a new school prepared to keep his distance from everyone. An encounter with Sentaro, a classmate with a fearsome reputation and a passion for drumming, pulls him toward jazz and an unexpected friendship. Kaoru's classical piano background contrasts with Sentaro's instinctive playing, but their sessions create a connection neither finds easy to explain. Ritsuko and her family's record shop become closely tied to their growing circle. As friendship and romantic feelings begin to overlap, pride and insecurity make honest conversation difficult. The story remains focused on young people discovering how exhilarating and painful it can be to let someone else matter.
Information
- Japanese
- ๅ้ใฎใขใใญใณ
- Premiered
- April 13, 2012
- Episodes
- 12
- Duration
- 22 min per ep.
- Status
- Finished Airing
- Studio
- Tezuka Productions, Mappa
- Source
- Manga
- Themes
- band, music, primarily teen cast, angst, drama, japanese production
FAQ
Crunchyroll and HIDIVE are the legal streaming services listed for Kids on the Slope. Confirm that the show appears in your region's catalog before paying for access.
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