Most beautiful slow-burn romance I have ever seen but so much than that…
I did not think I would love this show so much when started. It was finally a slow-burn done right! This how you do it, ladies and gentlemen…The story was simple but the characters were very well written so that is what made it compelling to the end. FL and ML very carefully thought out, the actors were amazing and directed very well. I loved the micro expressions and complex feelings they transmitted. I especially loved that Sim Woojoo was not the typical FL, she was though and conflicted, but honest. On the other hand Han Dongjin might just have became my favourite ML character. It is so hard to write characters that people honestly root for, and he was like that. He started to smile more starting from the 10th episode and he was truly happy in the final episode, it was such a joy to see him enjoy life finally after all tha hardships. Shim Woojoo on the other hand, I realized it only at the last moments of the 16th episode that that was the first time we actually saw her with a real wide smile on her face.
Excuse my chaotic review, but I just finished this drama and feelings are still all over the place. If you want a perfect slow-burn romance with beautiful character development, I can’t recommend Call it love enough!!
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Last Cringe
Welcome to the last cringe a drama about a spoiled brat with 0 personality who losses his sight after an accident and pretty much blames the wrong person for his loss of sight and the lost boy in trouble who ends up taking the spoiled brat on a journey to adjustment in to his new found circumstances...Along for the journey we meet the cool bad ass all round best friends of both leads, and some other side characters that are better actors/actresses than our brat lead and also got more interesting characters, as mr brat lead may break out of his room adjusting to the world out there while managing to stay a self absorbed brat from start to finish. Seas acting feels kind of off, and I can not help but think that his smiles and tears look so forced that he looks like he is about to shit his pants... However he does do a decent job looking like a person that is visually impaired thus making me feel that boy has hope, just needs more acting classes and coaching beyond the vision part of the character.
Jimmy on the other hand seems to have gotten both the coaching and better lines. He rocked, had a lovely character that if you just put a side some self blame and self sacrifice was both fun to watch, lovable and versatile. Dude had character development, a hint of playfulness, was an all round good person etc
Very little in this story seems proportionate so the story is not very well written, the lines are cringy and there is some kind of theme of going from I hate you to ohhh you are the cutest little puppy, I am sorry I love you... with no process what so ever like flipping a light switch people go on and off and on again... I am not saying people should not forgive but come on you can not go from I love you , I hate you o I love you again without any reason.
Last but not least: Mark, Namtan, Kun and Film deserve better than this drama, they did a great job with what they got but still deserve a lot better.
That said it is an easy binge with a lot of fun moments, just to many moments of oh come on... and cringe... cringe... cringe...
Also: There is some serious Marry Popins bag action in this, as the boys seem to be able to fit awhole wardrobe in 2 small backpacks.
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The characters were so on point
Just finished watching this drama, and it's so good. I'm quite happy i watched it at this time, so i won't have to wait for upcoming episodes.Feng Yin's characher was good, but it was nothing special to me. It was indeed worthy of a main lead. She was almost the best there, but it was to be expected.
The coolest people in the drama were Yuan Qi and Ming Qi. What i liked about them most was the way they used their powers, those Yuan Qi's cool finger gestures, and Ming Qi's confident flow of power.
I really liked Ming Qi in this drama, even before the last episode. Watching him with Xiu Yan was always so good to look at. The way he was always calm and cool about everything was just so good.
I also liked the Ao Ge - Xiu Yan brothers. Their characters were just too amazing. The way Ao Ge was always stoic and aloof when acting as the ruler and how he was always emotional when it came to his brother moved me. And how Xiu Yan was always thinking of all possibilities and coping with Ming Qi was just too good to see.
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Could be better
I just finished the drama and I have no idea what I just watched.The premise was very interesting: two female spies infiltrated an enemy sect as potential brides to wreck havoc. "We must act as enemies!" they said. "So we can gain trust!" they said. And then it all fell apart. They did nothing except cozying up to the two males and then falling in love with them. There was no suspense, espionage, intrigue, betrayal, ANYTHING to fit into the promised plot. Weishan and Shangguan just spent time drinking tea and talking about what they should do, without actually doing anything.
And then there were long winded pointless side stories. Why should we care about Ziyu's mother? She was some chick his dad married who spent all her life pining after her lost love and ignoring her only son. Shangjue and Yuanzhi made a big deal about her being pregnant when marrying the dad, insinuating that the dad wasn't Ziyu's biological father, which would disqualify Ziyu from becoming the Sword Wielder. We were forced to watch a series of flashbacks of Ziyu's mom and Lady Wuji as if there was an actual point there. Was Lady Lan really Ziyu's mom? Or was it actually someone else...like Lady Wuji? That would've been such a cool plot twist. Ziyu was the secret son of the Gong family and Wufeng's super secret agent "Anonymous". SHOCK! But nope! Lady Lan was Ziyu's mother and Lady Wuji was just a nanny. Nothing to see here.
The drama was only 24 episodes, so I thought it would be action packed. Nope! The writers actually managed to make it mindbogglingly boring. The last 3 episodes dragged on and could've been made into one single episode. There were scenes of characters just standing around with snow falling in the background. I seriously couldn't wait for the story to end. I just did not care about any of the character or the plot. Too much screen time was given to secondary, less important characters and their irrelevant storylines, like Elder Yue and Yunque. Why was this important and why did we need to care? There were extended scenes of characters monologuing and telling us all about their plans, instead of showing us. The dialogues about poisons and fighting techniques were extremely convoluted and technical. I felt like I was reading a pseudo scientific thesis filled with confusing terminology that I did not understand.
For the entirety of the show, it was emphasized that Wufeng was the ultimate villain. So why was Ziyu's brother, who was killed off at the beginning, brought back as the bad guy AFTER Wufeng was already defeated? There was just too much plot entanglement and surprise twists that led to nowhere. Less is more.
The writers could have done a better job at Ziyu's character development. He started off as an immature and care-free guy who was forced into the position of the sword wielder. After becoming the sword wielder, he continued acting like an immature and clueless hot-head. The three trials made him grow up and improve his skills. But we didn't see the actual character growth. He just suddenly became mature in one episode.
I did like that Shangjue and Yuanzhi were not the actual villains, but more like competition for Ziyu. Shangjue was right for questioning and challenging Ziyu because Ziyu was an immature kid who did not deserve the position of the sword wielder. I am glad that Ziyu actually earned it at the end.
The finale was plain stupid. Shangjue watched Shangguan leave after she told him he was pregnant with his baby. Ziyu let Weishan go visit her family without any security escort. It appeared that Weishan was ambushed at the family home, so her fate was unknown. The last scene was Ziyu painstakingly waiting for Weishan to come back looking all sad. We heard the gate opening and him looking at it with an unreadable expression. Did Weishan come back? Or was it someone else? Did Weishan and her twin do a switcheroo? What was happening? If there was a sequel, this ending would make sense. But, we don't know if a sequel will follow, so the ending was completely nonsensical. It's ok to make sad endings. But an ending should have a logical conclusion. This was not an ending at all, but an end season cliffhanger.
Overall, the drama had very good visuals and fight scenes. The acting wasn't bad either. But the story progression, pacing, and the finale were disappointing.
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Nothing compares to this masterpiece
"It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye." (Episode 1/The Little Prince, Chapter 21)From the very first episode, I knew that this would become my new favorite series. It is one of the few shows that possess the ability to bring me to tears.
Let's talk about the characters.
Despite his past in prison, Mhok is one of the most genuine and caring individuals I have ever seen on screen. He manages to conceal his emotions behind a tough exterior, while simultaneously embodying a protective and affectionate nature towards Day. Mhok's attention to every little detail and his immense respect for Day are truly remarkable.
Speaking of Day, the blind character could have easily fallen into the shy and helpless stereotype, but he defies all expectations. While there are moments where Mhok comes to his rescue, they are so endearing that I thoroughly enjoyed them. Day's character is complex, filled with humor, self-confidence and foul-mouthed wittiness. He enjoys teasing Mhok just as much as Mhok enjoyed teasing him.
In addition to portraying their romance, the narrative goes deeper into the individual journeys of both Mhok and Day, shedding light on their personal struggles and hardships. This allows viewers to establish genuine connections with these characters on a profound level.
I also appreciated that despite the numerous romantic moments, Mhok and Day's unique dynamic and playful banter remained consistent, resulting in a refreshing on-screen chemistry.
And then, as if it was not enough to love both main leads, the writers somehow managed to portray every single character with such depth and authenticity. Even those with minimal screen time feel genuine and relatable, with their own lives and backgrounds. They are not reduced to stereotypes but rather fully fleshed out individuals.
Both actors deserve numerous awards for their performances. Sea's portrayal of a blind man was flawless and deeply moving, he portrayed Day's blindness with astounding realism and naturalness; there was never a moment of doubt. Jimmy's performance was equally impressive, particularly his ability to convey emotions through his eyes. The way Mhok gazes at Day is breathtakingly beautiful and heart-wrenching at the same time.
Their on-screen chemistry is simply mind-blowing, and even the smallest gestures, like rubbing someone's hand or having them smell a flower are turned into the most romantic moments through their magic.
The chemistry between the second couple, Night and Phojai, is also adorable and adds an additional source of enjoyment.
The music in the romantic scenes enhances the beauty and emotion, making them even more memorable. The camera work is also outstanding, capturing facial expressions and small details at the perfect moments without going overboard.
Although the story may be simple and unfold at a slower pace, it undeniably works in its favor. The theme of a blind character adds intrigue, and it is explored in a well-executed manner. I also appreciated how new plot elements were introduced and skillfully interwoven throughout the narrative.
The attention to detail displayed in this series is truly commendable. From the carefully designed prints on the characters' shirts to the symbolic and metaphorical use of elements such as sunflowers, goldfish, the Last Twilight book, and even the band-aid on Rung's car, each element adds depth and a richer meaning to the story. Exceptional writing is evident not only in the development of the characters but also in the overall plot itself.
This series beautifully portrays love in its most profound and unconditional form. It emphasizes that true love knows no boundaries, surpassing limitations such as blindness, wealth, gender, or the constraints of societal judgement. Day doesn't judge Mhok for his past in prison, and Mhok treats Day no differently because of his blindness. This theme of unconditional love even extends to the second couple as well.
In summary, this might be the best drama I have ever watched. It surpasses not only the best BL or Thai series but also any drama in general. The story is touching, but not too heavy, striking the perfect balance between depth and lightness. The chemistry and acting are superb, and as a viewer, be prepared to experience a range of emotions. If I could, I would give more than 10 points. This series exceeded all my expectations and more.
Thank you, P'Aof, you're a wizard
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Last Twilight is like a healing book
Since the trailer, I was looking forward to this serie and when I've started the first episode, I was kind of mindblowing.. No, each episode, I was gradually endeared by the story and its characters.It was like a journey filled with hope, acceptance, and healing. they made me go through some feels (mainly smiling and shed some tears haha), it was a rollercoster. They also captured some beautiful moments, nice and interesting details.
It has some flaws but at the same time, I'm too soft that I found it perfect. I loved everything about it, great production, directing and acting. Jimmy Jitaraphol and Sea Tawinan , the main leads improved in this and they deserve some recognition. The original soundtracks are also so good and so emotional.
Although, I was ok for another ending and I wanted some other extra scenes to be impactful and heartwarming but still, it was a good closure. So either way, I think I'm still happy.
And finally, Last Twilight is not my last memory but rather, one of my best memories forever. It's a slice of life serie that I would like to comeback to watch some good memories.
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Left me feeling anything but blue
This one is an underappreciated gem of a show!Let me start of by saying I did not watch Kiss, nor did I watch Kiss Me Again.
What I did instead was watch a fan-made cut of Kiss Me Again (edited and linked here on MDL by the lovely Claudeville) which provided me with a solid grasp of all the characters' backgrounds and relationships and was more than sufficient for me to be able to fully appreciate DBKs continuation of the story.
Production quality wise, the series is excellent. The visuals are lovely, the music is fantastic (I am an absolute sucker for dramatic strings, so the intro is right up my alley), and script and performances are incredible.
I've seen some people take issue with the continuity errors between DBK and its predecessors, but personally I think the changes made were for the best.
DBK is still a soap opera, but it focuses heavily on the real issues many queer men have to deal with. The characters' overlapping relationships are complex and there is plenty of drama, but there is a sense of realism and authenticity to the story that is rare in this genre.
One thing the show does particularly well is the way it explores the many difficulties and issues surrounding a coming-out.
It shows the heavy relationship strain of one partner being closeted, the insecurities this can cause to arise, the resentment constant secrecy can breed. It highlights the painfully real social and financial concerns closeted people have to reckon with when they are considering coming out.
Where other shows main concern lies in whether or not their characters can find the courage to openly be themselves, DBK forces its characters to consider whether they even have the luxury to make that choice in the first place. Another user, Moonbyulie, elaborates further on this in their review, which makes for very interesting reading and I highly recommend having a look at that as well should you be interested.
Another strong point of the series are its characters. They are all (deeply) flawed, yet highly likeable individuals whose conflicting backgrounds and ideals lead to many painful clashes and whose individual journeys of character growth are both gut-wrenching and an absolute joy to watch.
They may at times make frustratingly poor choices, but they never stop calling each other out on their problematic behaviour and they never stop supporting and caring for one another.
Even Non, the show's ostensible "villain", is an incredibly complex character who walks the line between hateful and sympathetic perfectly.
In short, I highly recommend giving this show a shot. It's not perfect - some plot points certainly fall a bit short and some writing choices are questionable - but it also offers some of the most compelling and layered characterisations to be found in this genre.
If you enjoy well-written romance dramas that tackle real-world issues with skill and a good dash of humour, then this one is for you.
If you're in the market for a more serious and mature slice-of-life story which provides a well-balanced mix of romance and character study, then you will enjoy this series as well.
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Hope that the last Twilight will last forever
I was here just to enjoy another story,But Now,I feel like my Fridays are empty. I don't wanna let go of this show yet.Everything about it is just awesome that I want it to run forever. All characters are wholesome and at the same time all have their own concern and problems. when will I get such an amazing story again.....
The story not just about love it also teached us about self love, second chance and most importantly HOPE.
Phi Jimmy and Phi Sea just lived the characters. Not gonna lie,I cried when they cried, I laughed when they laughed and I blushed when they blushed.
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Real blindness is the inabilty to see any hope
Ufff... What can I say (or not say) about this series?Been following JimmySea for a while (didn't consider myself a fan before, how silly I was) and was eagerly waiting for Last Twilight as everyone else. Started this journey not knowing that it would become literally the best series I would ever watch.
Let's start with the story and the writing. It's not like we haven't had this or stories before, but the way this was put together was everything. At first we all thought that the story would only focus on Day's struggles as he accepts his disability but I was really surprised to find that Mhok was as much broken as Day. It was not only Day's acceptance journey, but also Mhok's. They both helped each other to deal with their demons and to heal. Each moment was meaningful and key for their development.
The chemistry between Jimmy and Sea just got thousands of times better than before (and they were already there during Vice Versa, it just got better). Their acting, specially Jimmy's have improved a lot and they made me feel all kind of things. The romantic moments between this couple gave me all the butterflies and I suffered with them when they were broken. They felt like a real couple with all the subtle (and not so subtle) touches and kisses. The way Mhok loved Day was really wonderful to witness.
The music was amazing, some of the best OST's from as series, specially William's song. We waited so long for it but it was completely worth it and it came out right at the correct time.
The ending for me was perfect, not because Day gained his sight back, but because he was able to live happily as a blind man for 3 whole years. He succesfully graduated from college and opened his book store. And most importantly he got the love of his life back. That was all I needed for him to be happy. Him gaining his sight doesn't erase everything he (and we) learned.
Overall for me this is a perfect series, full of romance and hope and I will forever be grateful for P'Aof, Jimmy, Sea and the rest of the cast and crew for putting this together with so much love and respect.
I hope the future will be as bright as Day and Mhok's life together and that Jimmy and Sea can continue to work together because what they create is magical.
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Violence with an art form and a touch of reality
As someone who enjoys kdramas, I come across dramas I love quite often. But never have I felt compelled to write a review on them before this one. Most of the time I see dramas that I really enjoy but rarely find one that has me hooked from start to finish, unable to take my eyes off the screen and obsessed. This one is the latter.The story revolves around friendships, the dark side of school life and other real life issues. The action and violence is a plus. The numbness, helplessness and rage are so vivid.
Yeon Si Eun is an unique ML that I don't think I have encountered before. Park Jihoon deserves all the attention and applause for his acting here. The way the character starts getting more comfortable with Soo Ho and Beom Seok and developes friendship with them, quelling his long lived loneliness.
The ending took the cake for me. After he almost lost someone dear to him, we see the rage and hurt from betrayal encapsulated in Yeon Si Eun. When the moment arrives where he is supposed to take out his emotions on the perpetrator, he is overwhelmed by a sort of helplessness and understanding which leads him to not execute his 'revenge'.
Jealousy, miscommunication and many misunderstandings later, they all parted their separate ways but Si Eun's story hasn't ended. We're all left to wonder what else will unfold, a bittersweet longing in our hearts.
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tries to be everything and fails at being itself ; cliche edition!
This is gonna be a short review - (is what I am hoping) before starting to sing about my disappointment !ＮＯ ＤＩＲＥＣＴ ＳＰＯＩＬＥＲＳ
The start was fun and that's about it - it wasn't good or perfect but just was my taste - i loved the petty bickering and I still care for you but imma make a fool of you and then i don't remember when they move to the lovey dovey stuff but I am sure that's where everything went WRONG ...! It is a perfect example of a drama that I knew would never get better, yet I still stuck with it till the very end for the love of humanity ig (clown face emoji)
first of all them assuming that the translation industry is so significant - I am sorry but it's too asumptious to be real !
then the ML being able to do all the things like magic ... he's good at AI okay, he's good with medicine ? he creates scents ? wtf ??? - like he's the company all by himself ...?? no specializations no departments ...he's touring the translators themselves ...don't they have work ? Also don't they have hot secretaries ?
Also the only problem ML's company faces in this 36 hour boredom is media articles and public opinion....like tf....no effort what so ever was put in even thinking about anything else.
the only practical bg is given to wei tian - someone who works hard is striving to be in the industry and someone who will never make it to upper management, a true friend , also the casting is top notch there ! - he's literally the guy they want him to be !
the side characters are too cliche, stereotypical and forgettable to even just be bare min likable and their plot line is like all over the place - be it the cousin or the sml which I believe moved on in the blink of an eye ! - oh what pretty love is ! - and when does the cousin have a change of heart and nature ! everyone here seems to be having a switch - press it and they become someone else !
I think the director is wasting too much time on everything except the things that actually matter - the ml and fl share a lot of screen time with side characters that seem to have a very stupid story line themselves and no time is given for the misunderstandings that drives people apart for 30 fucking years ! Then there are random twists in the story that should have made the characters seem more complex, but it just made the story more of a hot mess.
The last 4 eps did try to be more engaging than the whole second half but tbh I do not like the ending the ML is not even interested in how the FL is feeling and he's just so full of himself to think that the solution he is trying to use to help FL is the only thing that should or can be done. Like dude talk to her that's also a great option you didn't give a fuck about. And the end - I am not even disappointed bec what did I even expect. I could maybe increase a 0.5 rating but I don't want to bother doing so!
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Overall, I feel pretty comfortable telling people to skip this one because they have no idea themselves about what they wanted to create !
PS. There was a lot that was pretty unlikable but I did not hate the show ! - i do not care about the ending bec ik it's gonna be what everyone knows it's gonna be.
- only likable part was machine v/s human translation ! - which was lost as soon as the romance kicked in !
Watch for the leads or as a side show ! - nothing much to miss out on !
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Although I was a bit disappointed towards the end, this series was just too beautiful
My only tiny bit of disappointment was how the story went on episode 11. Why did they have to keep the infamous ep 11 curse. Although I understood the point of the breakup and having time apart. I never understood why the whole thing was about Mhok going to US, when he was soo clear about his insecurities about not being able to be close to his loved ones. I felt so annoyed by the fact that nobody is trying to understand a guy who practically has no one in his life just by the fact that he felt pity for Day.
I kept on asking myself , was this really necessary? Was it the only solution? Was this the best for both of them? Isn't it just human nature to feel a bit of pity for the underprivileged? If so, why isn't it normal? Why is everyone expected to be just perfect on the first place , rather then grow together? Isn't that what normal relationships are like, to accept each other's flaws? If not, what is actually the normal that Day expects?
I would have prefer to have a alternate shift in the story after episode 11. Atleast, Mhok not going to the US there could have been other alternatives as well for Mhok to find a better career. Prior to the fact that i was really not a fan of time leaps..
But all my disappointment disappeared with that one beautiful scene, where Day's mom tries to explain what a NORMAL relationships actually meant. It was just What I would have wanted to convey to Day. This scene and the writing is just a Chefs kiss...
Anyway. It was a beautiful series. So beautiful that even though with my slight disagreement in the storyline, it still was perfect... And one of the best..
This gem kind of a series only comes out once in a while. So be sure not to miss it!!!
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Unexpectedly extraordinary
JimmySea have not gotten any exceptional roles so far – ViceVersa fell a little flat and felt like unfulfilled potential – but their effort has paid off in Last Twilight. Every detail in the show demonstrates how they have paid attention to the little things.And then there’s Mark Pakin. who has once again proven to be a versatile actor with range. The scene of him eating beef stew and exchanging a few (seemingly innocuous but profoundly meaningful) sentences with his mother and brother was probably one of the most skilfully-executed scenes.
The storyline isn't terribly original (unlikely caretaker becomes the caretaker of a privileged person with a disability) but it has superb execution: Exceptional chemistry, thoughtful writing, and spectacular acting.
Some fans took issue with the ending of episode 11 (the famed the episode 11 curse strikes back), and I thought there could have been a less abrupt way around it. But all in all, nothing too damaging that it completely wrecks the other merits of the show.
This one will go in the history books as a love story to rewatch.
Full review: https://asianblreviews.wordpress.com/2024/01/26/bl-last-twilight-2023-review/
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Good k drama but a little story is missing.
I like this drama because it was very fun to watch.I liked the cast and acting but I think the story is missing.Like when they separated there was no reaction shown of Ryu's mother and sister.When they reunited there the drama ends.I think there should be more things to it.Many questions aren't answered like what happened to Ryu's mother and sister? What happened to Tae Hyung? What happened when they reunited? What happened to Ryu's fiance? I think they gave us something but they kept alot of things from us.In order to answer these questions they should make season 2 of this drama.
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