Hook Up (2020) | Episode 1: Findr

In a lot of ways, Hook Up is an improvement of Truly Very Yours. Hook Up had a more interesting plot/storyline with its reference to a dating app, improved acting, better camera shots, etc. But I had problems with parts of its screenplay for Episode 1: Findr, particularly the conversation between Lee and his best friend Des. Why was there a need to pressure Lee to clarify whether he's gay or straight (just a reminder, there's a host of other gender identities and sexual preferences other than gay and straight!)? Was it really necessary to force him to out himself? And in the conversation, Des subscribed to all those terrible gay (and bi) stereotypes! I was so uncomfortable all throughout their conversation. For "confused" teens like Lee, friends like Des are not really helpful. I wouldn't want a friend like her. It's a good thing the banter between Lee and Henry was generally cute (except the forced heterosexual nicknames Mami and Papi) which saved this episode for me. Given all these, will I still watch the next episodes? Just so I can see how Lee and Henry's relationship develops, yes, I'll watch the next episodes. The chemistry between Lee and Henry seemed really promising.

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