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Ongoing 4/12
My Stand-In: Uncut
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by Sakura
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Overall 7.5
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 6.5
Rewatch Value 6.5
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I have not been this excited for a BL show in 2024

Yes. That is right. I have watched some great shows this year already like Unknown. But this show oh my gosh packs such a mature way of storytelling that both surprises and delights me. From showing toxic and tumultuous characters in their own skin, and how they can ruin lives because of their own envy is so well portrayed.

usually I do not write a review before I complete watching the whole series but this time I feel compelled to write this.

Joe fell in love. Ming, heartbroken, wanted to cling to the semblance of his reason of heartbreak, but what did he get? The show does not shy away from showing the violent side of a narcissist character and it does not forgive him for the sake of love either, at least not till now.

There are many stories with the same transmigration trope, where one character is living inside the body of another but this one takes the cake for being such a believable way of portraying misunderstanding, trying to get away from toxic relationship yet not able to forget it, the audacity of the ownership of the abuser, very very believable topics that legit happens in the society.

Up and Poom, excellent work together. I saw Up in Lovely Writer. And Poom in Bake Me Please had the best chemistry among all the couples.

This review will be updated as the story progresses. I am stoked to see the KinnPorsche crew including director, cinematographer because I expect stellar content from them.

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Unknown
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by Sakura
27 days ago
12 of 12 episodes seen
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Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 9.0
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This will be memorable - for a long time

When I first read the MDL summary for Unknown I literally rolled my eyes at the prospect another step bros in love kind of pulp . At first I thought I will not watch it. But then I thought why not give it a choice? Thank god I chose to give it a choice.

Because I'd have lost a gem if I had not gotten over my prejudices. And what a delivery! What a masterpiece this series has evolved into. Let's talk about the story, adapted from a novel which I have not read, the screenwriting team has done an exceptional job. Visual storytelling is at its finest. When I saw the premise of how they became stepbrothers or let's not call it stepbrothers because that is completely wrong. How they became "brothers" through shared traumatic life, it made me understand their story better.

The acting is so so good. Each of the eye rolls, forehead crunches, screaming , look of anger, shock and disbelief, pain and visceral fear when Qian thought he may lose his family is acted so so well!

except the story, there are two more things that I absolutely dig. Cinematography and Music. Both have won in this series. The cinematographer and director are very clear on what they want to show. The soft moody and dark-ish lighting, focus on the faces, and frames inside frames (seemed like director and cinematographer's top choice of composition) with minimal bgm. And usage of the OST . Everything was perfect to create a sombre feeling . And also it glows more and lights are added when the full family is happy. Personally I feel like this series is a great case study for people who love cinematography.

The diction is very on point. Especially at the end of each episode, the small reminder on what families are really like warmed me to my core. There are age gaps, there are a lot of ruminations, there are quintessential yet well timed humour.

I saw some discussions regarding the intimate scenes. Some liked it , some did not like how it was edited. Personally I loved that scene. It was the culmination point of Yuan's feelings and his waiting for all these years. It was the point when Qian finally lets go of all his worries and accepts Yuan. They showed their struggles, mostly Yuan's throughout the years to show us how much he suffered and now finally he has the love of his life he always wanted. Because for Yuan it was just not sex, it was "making love" in it's truest essence. And the music alongside and it's lyrics were apt. The intimate scene is also very tastefully and artfully shot. I found the similar vibe of the intimate scene of Toothpari between Doctor Roy and Rumi.

This show has a special place in my heart now. A huge round of applause for the whole team.

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Jazz for Two
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by Sakura
Mar 31, 2024
8 of 8 episodes seen
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Overall 7.0
Story 6.5
Acting/Cast 7.5
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 7.0
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This is like Given but by South Korea

I will be very very short. This was giving me a very Given-ish vibe all through, I absolutely loved Given. And I like this too. Very nice cinematography, well chosen cast, nice music. But the actual plot, however nice, is very much undeveloped. Like This could have been a whole 12 episode series with 1 hour each and I would not have minded, but with such a short span and underdeveloped characters is what miffed me a lot.

Idk if there is any chance to remake this with more details, because this has potential, for all three couples (including the older bros) to show more.

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Never Let Me Go
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by Sakura
Mar 5, 2024
12 of 12 episodes seen
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Overall 7.0
Story 6.5
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 7.0
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Don't ever let him go - no, really, don't

And attempt to make the title humorous was done but it failed. Anyways, there is not much to review. What I will ramble about is the almost flawless acting of Pond.

Palm comes from a fishing village, lives alone, if not in poverty then at least quite modestly. He works alongside his studies, honestly his dad looks like gets paid well, does he not send the boy enough money? Although that man is not very dutiful to his son but at least pay him good? Or maybe Palm just likes to earn his own money. Regardless, he has the practice of menial jobs and he's good at it.

A bit of backstory would have been good on when Palm got to have some combat training or sorts because his dad just brought him with go and be bodyguard of a boy of your age and protect him with your life. I mean... he mentioned that he can handle guns but still. I digress I am not here to nitpick about the plotholes because they don't have holes but there are craters.

We are talking about Pond's acting. His awkward, and a fist out of the water look is perfect when he laid his eyes on nueng for the first time. he is very understanding about the class difference as well. And his eyes that keep looking at Nueng is also the indication that there was attraction at the first sight. While Nueng doesn't trust people easily , he's not blind either.

Palm is so careful about the power imbalance that even though he's in love he almost acts like Nueng is made of glass and cherishes him with utmost softness. NGL with all the shitty plot going on, Palm is the thing that kept me going.

And one more thing. The music. each and every background music used has been extremely well chosen and well fit. I found at least two music used in the Not Me the Series in this one as well. I wonder if the same person/team was responsible for NLMG too.

The editing too was beautifully done. The beach scenes, the slow-mo bike rides, Palm and Nueng glancing at each other so openly (especially Palm) and smiling to each other has been a treat to watch.
Phuwin nailed his part being a spoiled brat but soft inside who yearns for a good friendship. But for me Pond's open display of emotions on his face and all his gestures were magnificent. But then again, Phuwin is not supposed to show his emotions because of fear and mistrust and it is understandable.


Usually I'm a complete "plot comes first" type of person but probably for the first time I focused on the characters more than the plot. If I rewatch I will probably skip through mostly and watch my favourite parts only.
A 7 is a good number for this.

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Old Fashion Cupcake
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by Sakura
Dec 21, 2023
5 of 5 episodes seen
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Overall 8.5
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 8.0
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Beautiful. Subtle. Great Acting and Overall Vibe

Honestly, why did I not watch this before? Japanese series always have an X factor that touches the heartstrings.
They are sweet yet sublime.

This story too have no heavy plot but the soft slice-of-life moves you. The little unusual thing maybe is that the subordinate actively yet respectfully pursuing their boss who is the love interest. There is a power imbalance here.

Nozue is the easygoing boss and Togawa his subordinate has an age difference of 10 years. Togawa is both extremely respectful and also infatuated about his boss. Nozue may have left all of his hopes and wishes as he is getting older (he will be in his forties) because he is alone, he has a comfortable position in his job and is also scared to venture out into more challenging places. He feels empty. Togawa comes in and tries to help him in many funny yet relatable ways.

The actors are amazing at their roles. The cinematography is commendable. The script is very well written. The director has done a great job (and this is directed by a woman) . The music is great.
And the food. Japanese love their food and never shy away from proudly showcasing them in their media.

There are only 5 episodes but it has given me peace. I loved this.

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Shadow
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by Sakura
Dec 11, 2023
14 of 14 episodes seen
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Overall 7.5
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 6.0
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Eerie, scary, confusing but also a piece of art

Honestly, I am both satisfied and unsatisfied at once. Now, please excuse my oxymoronic statement and let me tell you that I absolutely love this series.

It has components of BL, romance and also horror. But please don't come here for a lovey-dovey happily ever after BL series because you will be massively disappointed.

But all these aspects make it a one of a kind show that will leave it's mark in the Thai drama industry.

READ AT YOUR OWN RISK. MAJOR SPOILER AHEAD.

From my past experience, I love the films/drama which have confusing and ambiguous endings. I am fond of open endings where one has to use their heads to think what may have happened after that. If you did not know , now you know that I love to live in my head making up stories.

Speaking of stories, Shadow is an exceptional one.
The plot, the premise and the storytelling. The directors, the cinematographer, the screenwriters and the editor, need a standing ovation. The storytelling comprise of "show, don't tell" method and the script, cinematography, lighting , costume and music and is exceptionally well done.

Let's see the plot. Honestly, it is a lot.
Dan has a tragic past and tormented childhood. He lost his mother who committed suicide and for his abusive father, he has immense hatred in his heart.

One priest, brother Anurak, comes to his rescue as Dan starts to suffer from insomnia and sees a peculiar shadow figure constantly. Dan's father develop brain tumor and later cancer. Dan is taken under the wings of Brother Anurak in his school to take care of him and also treat him. But Dan's mental health starts to regress further as the shadow seem to have gotten stronger.

What is interesting about the plot is horror is used in many ways - it's trilling, it's supernatural, it is also psychological. And the audience also can't decipher between reality and dreaming.

The characters are very well portrayed along with their backstories. Dan, Trin, Anan and Brother Anurak have very very well developed backstories and character arcs.

Singto as Dan is brilliant. Fluke as Nai too. Poon stole the show as Josh. Fiat is one of the most well rounded actors of Thai BL industry and in a darker role he won my heart. Special mention to Yaimai as Chaim - her expressions and emotions are on display and she did her part very deftly.

Fun fact: Dan probably is bisexual in this drama. He did not recoil when Nai kissed him and he confessed that he liked Chaim but he chose neither.

There are many themes are going on together in this drama with the plot and the symbolism is one of them. The drama is also part dark academia with its symbol of Hamlet and Lord of the Flies. I mean dead father's ghost and children stranded in an uninhabited island aka the school premises guarded by a cursed lake? I see you Shadow the series team. I see you.

The complimentary colours throughout the series, the shots with symmetrical patterns, have given it a special edge. Each shot is an artistic expression. I love the angles to show various moods and emotions.

I would specifically mention how blue tint has been used - blue is associated with sadness. We see Dan's (the MC) mother almost bathed in soft blue after she thought she shot her son with the gun and had to put into mental health institution.

The blue also symbolise mystery. Dan's dorm room at school has the an eerie blue colour. There is also greys- in the smoke and in the shadow. We also see blacks.

The blue's complimentary colour orange/amber shows peace, happiness but in this case almost always we see a muted amber colour. To me it symbolises peace and normalcy but with a tinge of sadness flowing underneath.

The shot where Trin is sitting beside Master Joe in the drama class - Trin wears deep red while Master Joe wears dark blue. The stage is also draped in the two colours. The two are fond of each other but the two can't mix with each other. They are teacher and student. There is a huge difference in their probable relationship if that was to happen that we can't unsee.

Let me applause for the music. The theme music, the ending song by lazyloxy who also acted as Anan and all the background music are splendidly used.

What is that shadow anyway? As the last screen showed that Dan's father did the same ritual and passed and after that Dan was born. So in a way Dan belongs to the shadow spirit. He is probably the food that will keep the spirit go strong.

It became even stronger as he came to the school. As the power was lurking around the school premises due to Trin's mistake in ritual, the shadow spirit quickly takes an interest to Dan and does not let go. It is also a repressed form of sexual fantasy as we see the shadow molesting him when he was high on weeds and also in his dreams.

Nai can see spirits. He also has some natural protection against them, either gifted by the venerable monk or his own capabilities because the shadow usually never harms him nor Josh. But it did hurt Chaim because she did not live in close quarters with them so lacked the natural protection. But also the shadow was probably angry and hurt her as retaliation and she was a soft target.

Trin. Damn this guy. He was a rebel, a guy standing for justice and equality. But he was not above to do his own bids when threatened, even if the process is evil. He was not really a good guy and his spirit was malevolent in desperation to flee from the clutches of the shadow spirit.

The ending was confusing but as we see Trin's face grinning at Dan's, it is actually Trin in Dan's body. Nai failed to bring him back. But it may also be that Dan did not want to come back at all and let Trin come back instead as he wanted to live the life. The shadow spirit just wanted Dan and thus let Trin go.

This show was never meant to have a happy ending. Dan was supposed to be the sacrifice like Hamlet. Brother Anurak was supposed to be the tragic hero. Shadow the series is essentially a tragedy of an individual falling and failing at the end. This is not a story of win but to lose and that is okay because not all of us win. But Dan fought until the end. And he chose to stop fighting. The show succeeded.

Now, unless we have a season 2 or some special episodes, we can't say what exactly happened. Although the chances of getting season 2s are usually slim.

All in all, 2023 will end now with a bang.

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The Vampires
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by Sakura
Dec 7, 2023
8 of 8 episodes seen
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Overall 6.0
Story 5.5
Acting/Cast 6.0
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 5.0
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A Great Attempt at Sapphic Vampire Show

NGL this was a very nice experience. We don't have almost any vampire GL shows unless this one.

The story is good. I wish it were longer with some more depth involved so that I could see a better plotline and premise and story unfolding would have been better. The actresses are good. The costume, the music are decent.
The cinematography of the past showing are really beautiful.

The action scenes could have been a little better. But I am not complaining because we got this as a breadcrumb.

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Until We Meet Again
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by Sakura
Nov 27, 2023
17 of 17 episodes seen
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Overall 8.5
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 8.0
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Heart wrenching, tearjerker, and overall a well balanaced story

Usually, I don't feel very emotional when watching a film/series. But this drama is the exception. My heart is full, my eyes are wet, my hands are shaking. NGL this series has left me with a pain in best, worst and the sweetest possible way.

Let us come to the plot and the storytelling. A very well written script. The mystery factor of how the story is unfolding is kept until the end. The plot is well developed. Pharm and Dean, the main leads are university students but they keep dreaming of two people whom they never met yet feel like they know all along. When they meet each other in the university for the first time, they feel an instant connection of attraction and pain that overwhelm them.

I like the reincarnation theme used in most Asian media. Reincarnation is a trope that is I am very familiar with. My country has been successfully using this trope in films since 1949. In fact, by now it is overused to the point that all juices has been squeezed to nothing. Most of our films usually use the reincarnation theme in two ways. First is to tell the stories of lost lovers where usually one party/sometimes both remembers their past life or somehow (almost always by some accident) they remember about the past life. Second one is there maybe lost lovers who were killed and in the new life they want revenge.

Until We meet Again fall in the first category. And they use this theme masterfully blending the two timelines.

There is an instant attraction between the main leads, Pharm and Dean but there is slow burn that builds up their relationship. I like that very much.

The plot also talk about homophobia and unacceptability of gay people in their home. It is already proved that suicidal thoughts, attempts and rate of it is usually higher in lgbtq+ community. So, iIcan understand and completely empathize with Korn.

Coming to the acting Ohm Thitiwat as Dean is brilliant. Every glance, every smirk, every expression of confusion and pain, his broody attitude, his stares at Pharm and the softness around his eyes as he looks at Pharm, every touch and caress is lively.

Fluke Natouch as Pharm is amazing. His shy glances and innocent face while he is in love is very open. And he describes pain through his expression flawlessly. Every time he remembers the past and his expressions contorts into agony and tears, especially at the last scene when he finally meets the man who hurt him and his love, and the look of horror as he breaks into shambles is so well acted, I could hear my heart beating fast.

I love their dependency and trust in each other. When Pharm is crying Dean is their by his side. When Dean suddenly has a meltdown (ep.15) Pharm is right by his side. A good balanced relationship.

Do I need to talk about Earth Katsamonnat? Because the boy is the epitome of beautiful acting. Earth has never disappointed me. Kao Noppakao has done his job very well.

Characters are very well written. Let me talk about the side pairing. Boun as Win and Prem as Team are good. They have done their roles as supportive friends very well. Their own dynamic is interesting too. I love how Win looks at Team with open fondness on his face. Team is a bit tsundere when it comes to love. But their dynamic is different than the main leads and I loved the different flavour.

I love Manaow. Although I disliked the body shaming that Team was doing but I loved how Manaow tackled them all. Her story with Pruek is completely out of the blue. I wish they had cultivated the relationship a bit more.

I loved loved the showcase of Thai food throughout the show. It definitely added a delicious touch to the whole story.

Cinematography is good. I will not say it is excellent but it's good enough and does its job well. Music elevated the whole watching experience. I love the OSTs and also the BGMs used.

Overall a really good experience . I will rewatch it sometimes for sure.

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Congrats My Ex!
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by Sakura
Nov 18, 2023
Completed 0
Overall 5.5
Story 5.5
Acting/Cast 6.5
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 2.0
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A treat for the eyes. Not for the soul - A nice attempt to blend Indian and Thai culture

Hoooooo boy! Where do I start?

From the moment I saw the trailer I knew what to expect. I knew what kind of film it is going to be and even though I wanted to be wrong, I am not. It's a rom-com and as cringe as I thought it would be. But I am not disappointed. In fact, the minus points of this film is also the plus points.

So, Risa (Bella Ranee) finds out that she is the wedding planner of her ex boyfriend (Arun/Mahir Pandhi). Ouch! And then as if it is not hurtful enough, the emergency photographer she had to hire is actually another ex (Tim/Bright). Wowzers!

When asked how stereotypical melodramatic rom-com you want it to be ? They really said HELL YES!

From the Indian soap opera like sequences, to overly dramatic horse riding to overacting sidekicks to garbage dialogues, try-hard-to-make-people-laugh slapstick comedic moments it had everything!!!

But still I enjoyed everything. Why? It was fun to watch a nice amalgamation of the two cultures. Bright in Sherwani. I have a little crush on Anahita Bhooshan ngl. The Bollywood style dance number. And the depiction of Indian wedding ritual, well more like typical North Indian (mostly Punjabi style, although Sangeet is now almost a part of all kind of Indian weddings) upper class traditional wedding. This is Karan Johar style but minus the extreme emotional parts.

I was this close to tear my hair in the scene where Arun is riding (get your minds out of the gutter, he is literally lying akimbo on the car trying to stop it - talk about Bollywood...) the bonnet of the car but I was also snorting with laughter.

The dream sequence where Risa is getting married to Arun and Monica is slapping her repeatedly is my flashback to overtly melodramatic soap operas. As much as I was cringing hard, I was also having fun as the film is sarcastically making fun of it. I was both laughing and crying.

Honestly, there is not much story here. The only thing you see is the grandeur. Don't come here expecting much acting and plotline. And no expectations. It's a one time watch film. But I would applaud the makers of it for even bringing it to existence.
I hope we get more good stories that reflects more of the two countries and the cultures.

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Shigatsu no Tokyo wa...
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by Sakura
Nov 16, 2023
8 of 8 episodes seen
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Overall 7.5
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
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Surprisingly mature plotline, well-written and well acted

I really did not expect this series to have such mature themes. But I also expect nothing less from a Japanese series, the industry has somehow mastered the idea of showing sublime stories with mature written characters. Japanese books, films, series have this theme going on where even if there is happiness, a river of melancholia flows underneath of it.

The two young actors have performed their roles very very well. In fact it is their acting that created the bare bones of the future plotline.

The inability to suppress the feelings, the inability to be clear and say what you want, the feeling of guilt, the prejudice of people, even of the near and dear ones, unhelpful society can lead a young mind to self destruction. Ren tried to commit suicide in a feeing of shame and guilt of forcing his best friend into having s*x with him. Unbeknownst to Ren that it was not forced. And Kazuma's illness too was not his fault. But he suffered all the pain and shame alone.

And when the two finally had their chance encounter, both confused, one by the guilt that does not leave him, one by his love for Ren. The plot thickens. The plot heats and bursts out.

The end is okay, it falls a little flat. I guess the director did not want to focus much on the subplot even though it is a factor to bring Kazuma and Ren closer.

The perfect series to binge watch in a short time. Quite well rounded I must say.

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Last Twilight in Phuket
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by Sakura
Nov 15, 2023
1 of 1 episodes seen
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Overall 9.0
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 8.5
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The sweetest feelings that remain

A perfect short film the accompany the prequel series I Told Sunset About you and the sequel I Promised You the Moon.
Oh aew will leave Phuket and wants to spend the last day with the lohl. And Teh promises to make the last day memorable.

The cinematography, the acting and the visuals are as amazing as always. It's a feel good episode that will make you squeal and smile. The chemistry between PP Krit and Billkin is phenomenal as always.

I enjoyed this shortfilm to the fullest.
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I Told Sunset about You
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by Sakura
Nov 15, 2023
5 of 5 episodes seen
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Overall 9.5
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 9.0
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The Perfect Coming Out Love Story Does Not Exis- Well It Does

I have so many things to write about this series. So many that I know I can't complete if I start ranting.

So I will just keep it short.

First of all, exceptional script, perfect acting, phenomenal music, top notch cinematography. I loved the symbolism of hibiscus flower.

I loved how there is jealousy but there is no ill feeling. The is heartbreak but there is very mature ways of dealing with it. There is good communication. There is very well written female character arc. There is genuine care between friends. There is the best supportive big brother everyone deserves.

Let's talk about the actors. PP Krit and Billkin. Hats off boys. The chemistry, the soft glances, the smirks, the hint of jealousy, the rivalry, so so perfect. I have watched a few rivals/friends to lovers dramas, but the sublime calmness in each of their actions were brilliantly portrayed.

There is visceral reaction of pain, there is confusion, fear of judgement, there is everything that we can completely relate to. The characters are not something out of showbiz but they are like us, normal people. The characters are humane.

There are missing opportunities, some angry miscommunication but at the end of all requited love.
Even the title of the series is so poetic. The story flows like river along with the plot and the characters.

This series will be among my top 10. I am forever indebted to the whole for making this series, a true creative gift.

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He's Coming to Me
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by Sakura
Nov 14, 2023
8 of 8 episodes seen
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Overall 8.5
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 8.5
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Unexpected cast. But amazing delivery

Honestly, I did not expect Ohm and Singto as a couple. But they outdid their performances.

A ghost who died too young in probable heart disease (Singto as Med). A young boy who can see ghosts (ohm as Thun). Two best friends who are very caring also extremely nosy (Chimon as prince and SIng as Khem). One girl torn between her love and friendship (Gigie as Praifah). A coming out story and the mystery of the death of the young ghost. This drama series tackles too many things yet it does not fall short into the promise of delivering top-notch storytelling.

He's Coming To Me is essentially a romance comedy between a very cute ghost and a young human boy. Singto's acting is brilliant. In fact, it's above brilliant. His innocent puppy eyes will steal your heart for sure. Ohm too, I knew his versatality , but he is just amazing. Chimon as the brilliant students of the group passes with flying colours. Sing has a special place at my heart. His character takes the cake of the comedic acting.

Over his career Sing has played some amazing characters. he mostly does support roles but often has the capacity to even shadow the main leads. His character Khem is a little stupid, the mood maker, the one with questionable skills and the fiercely protective and supportive best friend. 60% of enjoyment of the comedy relies on his shoulders.

This is a truly comfort drama for all. I will rewatch it for sure and this is coming from someone who hails Triage as their comfort drama. Oh the irony!

At the episode 7 and 8, the series escalates and we reach the climax. The mystery unfolds and we finally find out the actual cause of Med's death.
Also there are strong allusions of Harry Potter all over the series. From mention of Platform 93/4, to the chamber of secrets, a snake guarding the chamber of secrets, Med (Singto) being the boy hidden in the cupboard as the door of his room was covered through a literal cupboard. I found it quite creative actually.

The music is also good. Director P'Aof never dissapoints anyway. This series will be close to my heart.

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Dangerous Romance
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by Sakura
Nov 5, 2023
12 of 12 episodes seen
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Overall 5.5
Story 5.5
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 5.5
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Good. Could have been better

Why is the title Dangerous Romance? Is it because of the social standing of the two leads? Or is it because really violence is involved?

Honestly speaking, the same trope of enemies to lovers and smart boy tutoring the dumb boy and falling in love has been overused, even by GMMTV standards.
So, I will just write about a few things only.

Firstly, nobody is happy with their surroundings. Sailom is poor but has a living relationship with his caring elder brother. Kanghan is rich, has everything but feels neglected. Anybody else in Kanghan's place would have been happy but not Kanghan. Boy wants his father to focus on him. Which is absolutely right. There is less drama that is why they had to bring in bullying.

Sailom is poor but possess a spine of steel. He is the top student of his year and is getting a special scholarship to study in the prestigious school. And works when he is not studying to earn money. Chimon was channeling his inner Wasuthorn when he was answering the math questions written on the whiteboard.

While at first disliking (or not really) Kanghan, he starts to become friends with him. Sailom's friendship changes Kanghan for good. I like how Perth managed to show the slow but gradual growth until he falls in love.

Sailom falls first but Kanghan falls harder. And Kanghan is not a windmill in love but a hurricane. The upgrade of him from enemy to friend to lover to sugar daddy was pretty quick. And his possessiveness over his love is also immense but his heart is at the right place.

Sailom is a pure hearted boy. He sees expensive things but does not touch them. He has a rich boyfriend but does not take advantage of him, even whe jokingly mentions himself as expensive.

the actual flow of the story starts around episode 10. Kanghan gets mad at his dad and elopes with his boyfriend. But being the dutiful son-in-law and friend Sailom keeps Kanghan's dad updated. In fact, Kanghan's dad and grandma trust Sailom more than Kanghan. I was snorting a lot.

the plot thickens as Kang's father gets shot and Sailom's brother admits his fault. A rift starts between the two. Kanghan's love and possessiveness wins though. Sailom is wind and Kanghan is windmill. Without Sailom Kanghan is nothing.

The rest of the episodes are like Bollywood melodrama. Guns blazing, thugs entering hospital, firings ensued, Kanghan gets shot but no blood comes out. I am glad that they did not extend that shot otherwise I would really drop the series at that point.

The show mentioned teen escort services due to poverty which I was not ready to witness.

The side couple of Nawa and Guy is much more interesting. Pawin and Marc have been main leads of My Gear, Your Gown series and are an established pair of BL world. They portray the same type of enemies to lovers trope but I enjoyed Nawa more than Pai because of his sassiness.

Overall, it's an okay series. I for one will not be rewatching it.

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Triage
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by Sakura
Nov 5, 2023
13 of 13 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 9.5
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One of the best BL Drama to ever exist - Groundhog Day but make it BL

A solid plot and the proper way to tell the story - that is what Triage is.
Triage is a journey. The journey of Dr Tin, of becoming a changed man, from a self-centred person to an empathetic doctor and a genuine human being. And we are the witness of his change.

Another mature plot from the writer of Manner of Death that tackles a very serious problem of organ trafficking. I am glad that the writer chose such a topic for her story.

Each episode has perfect amount of elements to keep me engaged in the flow of the story. From the first episode , they have deftly managed the medical protocols. Yes, there maybe some exaggeration but for a normal viewer from nonmedical background, it seemed great.

The plot can get a bit repetitive for some, it gets repetitive and tiring for Dr Tin as well. But it is a puzzle he needs to solve himself. Otherwise there is no salvation for him. The slow burn plot is my jam.

Jinta provides accurate amount of mystery and magic realism/fantasy moments paired with humour.

The main leads act like flowing river, spontaneous and fluent in chemistry, portraying their confusion, anger, pain, hesitation, capitulation and gradual intimacy.

The two male leads falling in love is just beautiful. I am in love with them. I have a special place in my heart for Sing , his character is very well written and Tonnam's acting justified it. I wish I could see him in many more roles like this. The side story of Sing and Gap may seem a bit underdeveloped, but it's a real sweet one.

All the support roles have done brilliant jobs. The guest appearance of Dr Bun and tan , ah my MaxTul heart was screaming in happiness.

There are plotholes of course.

1. How did Dr Doi enter Sing's house?
2. How is it possibel for two unarmed doctors, outrun trained thugs with guns?
3. Tol's disguise as a doctor was the funniest.
4. The dreamlike sequences could have been a bit better.

But hey. I absolutely enjoyed this series despite all the things I mentioned. Triage has taken its place in my top 5.
An job excellently done. Kudos to the team.

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