Okay, let's get this straight. When you say the series, long, numerous revelations, more complete, numerous villains and many die. And usually, series has to be like 10+ episodes to be called series consisting of 10+ hours. But this series proves, "That's not the time, that's the substance."
First, I do not consider watching this because it's not a good trailer. You will not be interested in a trailer anymore. Well, usually the trailer is the base if you watch the show, or maybe if you want to see the acting of the actors. But this series is an exception. Fantabulous(Fantastic and fabulous!)
Thai producers of series like this always tease me. Why ?! Why always produce a simple trailer for a spectacular show ?! It's a trap my dear, 'do not trick the thai series just to simplify the trailer, your type you'll get bored. So much goodness!
From actors, to the cinematography, settings, to travel to various Thai temples, together with mixed fun, sadness, crying and love you do not know. This series made it possible to bring in my eyes what society does not see. The deeper perspective on how gay couples or other same-sex couples really struggle, how they feel, how they love, how they can be loved, and how they can succeed in life. So damn good!
Another masterpiece. Hays, very well done. 'Not satisfied with the "simple" trailer, it's too smart in the plot itself. : D
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Gray Rainbow (2016)
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I decided to watch this because of the good reviews that I've seen and a lot actually recommended it to me. During the first two episodes, I was just pushing myself to finish it but I am slowly losing interest because it felt like for a 4 ep series, it progresses slowly which is somehow good just that it felt like there's something better that can be done. I liked that the actors were actually manly in nature, they didn't seem that soft in appearance which is good imo.Before I decided to watch this series, I accidentally saw a comment on how I should stop watching it at around 1:02 to have a peaceful sleep but I wanted to know wha t will happen in the ending and tbh I somehow wished that I didn't finish it and just stop while they were taking pictures just right before Porsche dropped all the unexpected bombs. I can't really say that it was a tragic ending because that was so sudden. The first thing that I thought is why no one tried to bring him to the hospital, I know that what we saw was just a flashback or Porsche reminiscing all their moments together. I just hoped that they built up that part more by making us feel more of the characters' sadness.
Overall, this was a good series and I recommend it for others to watch.
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Pros: Really good acting! The two guys have really put the story to works, and becoming into a powerful piece. The whole series is really worth the watch.Cons: The story. It pretty much tries to be melodramatic in each parts but most of the time it fails, it forces you so much to feel sympathy instead of feeling it by yourself. I must also protest that Thai BL's should never touch a serious note, for they do not achieve it that much; Thai BL's are better at doing romance and comedy rather than attempting a Western style of BL drama. Like example *minor spoiler (the end) the last part was just there, it was just a random thing that popped-up without even starting with a conflict. The Exposition is decent enough, the Rising Action is pretty good, the Conflicts (are many) is fine because some were just fake and just burnt-out by the end, the Ending was ehh... trying too hard to be sad with eloquent words. SO yes, it was a decently made but a wonderfully acted series that falls short by the end and gone strong at the beginning. The first part was a really good foundation! Some people may say that they're wailing by the end but for me it just an ugh part.
FINAL WORDS:
If you want a society based and a serious BL film, go check the Western's, they do it better.
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And every single BL series that I had seen so far made me feel hopeful about love between two men. Until I watched Grey Rainbow; I wish I hadn’t seen it, to be honest. I’m so sorry that I didn’t have any clues and as a result I was just perplexed when I saw the wedding scene where Nuer just drops and dies! I mean, a young guy like him! And with no warnings!
Anyway, I guess that’s life! If I learned anything at all, is that your time on Earth is precious and you should really enjoy life to the fullest… because you never know when the love of your life can drop dead, literally.
I suppose, if you think about it, the name Gray Rainbow is kind of ominous.
Frankly, I don’t know if I will keep watching BL dramas after watching this one. I might try to numb my pain by watching some more, though. Love is love, and life is a gift, so we should take neither for granted.
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WTF!??? I'm pissed. To go through all of that, friends to lovers to family acceptance just to end like that? I was not prepared for that at all. I specifically stopped watching historical dramas in order to stop crying all the time and yet I keep running into series like this lately. How are you going to break our hearts that way??? The actors were both gorgeous and very talented. The storyline and imagery were captivating. I have no complaints with all four episodes if I stop watching prior to the last 10 minutes. This is HIStory season 3 all over again for me. Was this review helpful to you?
This drama has been in my top 3 BL story for many years now. I would always recommend it anyone who is into this type of genre. The flow of the story were well put. The feelings and emotions was well received. It also consists of the knowledge of laws and religion and issues occurs and how it can be solved.
No to mentioned the cinematography was brilliant! I literally went to Chiang Mai in 2017, because of this drama.
Despite the endless wonder with the ending, I still enjoy watching this movie.
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Though I have some questions needed to answers like what's his sickness? And what happened to the ex girlfriend? Did his parents especially his dad accepted him? What will happen to him now?, I still think this is still a good movie. Kudos!
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The ending is heartbreaking. Like I literally got depressed after watching. I do not care is the ending is subject for individual interpretation - but you can't just make us fall in love and break our hearts at the end. A good and sensible BL series is hard to find; and although this series depicts reality, rubbing it is just too much for me.
Anyways this is a good series, watch it if you dare but I will never watch it again.
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