One of the BEST BL bed scenes!!!
I am not a fan of the story but it's fun to watch indeed...Too much blood and killing...I tried very hard to get passed of the whole idea of killing, beat down, assault, drugging and no consequences...as if NO POLICE/Law Enforcement exists in that world of mafia...That being said...Oh my!!! The sex!!! If you are like me who is always looking for GOOD kissing/bed scenes in the dramas, then forget about the story and all the CRAZY killings...YOU WILL LOVE IT!! It's no joke...the crazy bodies of both male leads are so HOT! I am definitely going back to those scenes soon!! LOL
The side stories are pretty entertaining as well...The brother, who acts like a child, was fun to watch...lots of funny moments... Vegas and Pete's story was a bit different... a bit hard to watch at the beginning...but in the end, it was quite touching...
The whole entire story really doesn't make much sense to me...Maybe in Season 2, things will unfold?! Don't expect too much of the story or you will be disappointed just like the other reviewers... Watch it! You will enjoy the steamy scenes for SURE!!
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Couldn’t see the hype but it was a good watch
First, I wish MDL had a ranking for cinematography because this series is a 10/10.However, plot-wise was where it fell for me. Personally, the plot was not really introduced or that apparent until episode 4 or maybe it was episode 6, however, even when it was introduced it did not give you enough screen time for the potential characters that could be the mole. The two most suspicious characters were introduced but then somewhat dropped and then didn’t resurface until the end when the audience needed to learn of who the mole/spy was. But as a viewer, they didn’t give us enough to try and be like, “omg it can be him because of this or that, etc”. I am aware that there is a novel but as someone that did not read the novel, I hoped they would still give us something for us to try and piece the clues together.
Most of the series was explicit content, which is not bad (cause it was enjoyable to watch) but I wished that they also focused on the plot along with it. If you are mostly watching for the explicit content then it's great in that sense. Now, I am not saying there is no plot at all because there is but it was just thrown in at the end, indicating that there is or could be a season 2 because so many questions were left unanswered such as: did Korn do all this to have the absolute power since he can now easily manipulate Porsche, head of the minor family? What was the huge secret that Uncle Thee knew? because he obviously hated Korn more than Gun and was adamant about it until he was killed. Who killed him? Did Porsche really just forget his uncle’s warning and accept the fact that he is now head of the second mafia family? So many questions and they had 14 episodes to address them or at least some.
I noticed that there was some frustration with Kim and Chay’s progression. I did not mind it because, as discussed with a friend, the chemistry was there but they were not the main focus of the series like KinnPorsche or VegasPete. Also, had to keep in mind that Chay fell in love with his idol and Kim’s approach towards Chay was not due to interest but for gathering information. It makes sense that they were introduced now if they truly are planning a season 2 of KP. I sat down here and thought about whether I would rewatch this series and I can honestly say that I will probably rewatch some scenes but I would not rewatch this entire series .
The instrumental of the song was truly beautiful in the series and I can listen to that all day.
If there is a season 2 of KP I would watch but mostly to get clarification on a lot of the plot holes and questions they left unanswered in season 1. I also felt like a lot of the hype on this was because of the explicit content and the fact that it was a Mafia setting rather than the typical high school or office setting we normally get.
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plot could've been better fr
personally the storyline was messed up.probably got all the hype because of the beautiful cast and it's a new genre in the Thai bl industry.
Kim's whole ass investigation added zero value to this movie and obviously totally useless.
the ending added no significant value to this movie
needs better script writers.
There was definitely no character growth except for Vegas.
The only person with a legit story line in that movie was Vegas.
the fact that Kim and Porchay didn't grow together as a couple or have a magically ending is messed up. Cause why the literal f**k is Kim focusing on an investigation that didn't hold water instead of character growth and understanding his feelings for adorable Porchay?
Don't get me started on the unnecessary plot twist cause wtf
The ending was wrong in all possible ways.
what was the whole reason of hiding your supposed half/adopted sister from her family for so long?
And they just openly accept her without questions or her showing zero remorse for what she put her children through is messed up fr.
Pete going missing and nobody gives two f**ks about it like.........
Kinn having the brain of a goldfish and finding it hard to put two things together is just sad.
The love and warmth that existed between the bodyguards were ♾️
Vegas anxiety and trauma was displayed beautifully and the fact that after spending time with Pete he began to see his worth made it more beautiful.
It was nice to see how the positivity Pete had and genuine concern for Vegas impacted in his growth as a character. Showing how Pete is too and how despite that fact he was treated like poorly he could still help Veags grow and also become more open about his own pain and see the similarities between him and Vegas.
the connection the had was magical and definitely helped them grow as a couple as it should.
Porchay deserved better than a broken heart and dyed hair.
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Could've been a masterpiece.
Okay, it took me a while to gather my thoughts and opinions about the whole series.Because sometimes it was amazing, other times it was an absolute disaster, and I had to resist the urge to skip certain scenes.
Let’s start with the cast, which was absolutely perfect. There wasn’t a single person I disliked or thought couldn’t act “properly.” Thai BL series usually aren’t something I go for, but if even half of them had casts this good, I’d probably watch only Thai ones.
The story really drew me in at first. The whole setting, the cast, the vibe they created and presented, the whole concept, those were things I truly loved about it, and also why I was afraid of how it might turn out. Unfortunately, my instincts didn’t fail me, it did get worse. Even though it might sound strange for a BL series, I actually enjoyed it the most before the main couple officially got together. But there’s a reason for that: I was worried they wouldn’t be able to balance everything well, and that’s exactly what happened. In the end, I did enjoy them together, but sadly, the whole mafia aspect was pushed way to the side and became more of a background element. What really threw me off was the fact that they’re cousins. Still, the last episode ended up being my favorite.
The other two couples felt rather unnecessary and uninteresting to me, even though I loved Pete, his character was one of my absolute favorites. But he and Vegas didn’t really capture my heart. Kim and Porchay aren’t even worth mentioning, honestly.
What killed the story the most was the fact that everyone was somehow connected to someone else, and it lost its charm. From the very beginning, it’s obvious that Kinn’s father, or someone from that family is involved in everything somehow. I think that particular part could’ve been executed or developed much better.
In conclusion, if the story had been a bit stronger, it could’ve easily been a solid 10 out of 10.
Even so, I’d still recommend this drama though with a few warnings.
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Wasted potential.
I finished this show the day the last episode aired, but I’m only writing a review now so bare with me if I don’t remember certain details.It’s entertaining. The ships had chemistry. Actors have pretty faces. Unfortunately, that’s it.
A Mafia BL series with production as high as KinnPorsche could’ve been one of the best BLs of our generation. But.. they just.. blew it. Watching this show felt like watching a rom-com that took place in a mafia setting rather than an actual mafia series. I love rom-coms, don’t get me wrong, but if you’re going to advertise this as a mafia BL then why does it not feel like one?
However I think it’s most important I address the big, giant, obese elephant in the room. Sexual assault.
Kinn raped Porsche. It’s that simple. How many times do I have to say that people under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol cannot properly consent before BL fans get it? Porsche was extremely drunk. His judgement was severely impaired, he could not consent. Kinn took advantage of Porsche being drunk to have sex with him. That is rape.
The sex scene in Episode 7 (i think? the bathroom one) also had me feeling icky. While I don’t think the screenwriters intended for Porsche to be drunk during that scene, I had to rewatch it to catch that. If I’m remembering correctly, Porsche was drunk when Vegas kissed him. I find it insanely hard to believe he completely sobered up by the time Kinn came in, but I also think that’s just a plot hole.
Vegaspete. Ew. Just. Ew. If you liked Vegaspete, there is something wrong with you. I don’t know how you could watch those scenes and not feel sick to your stomach for Pete. But I guess because they had a “hot” sex scene, it doesn’t matter. I’m not going to ramble about that because if you didn’t see the issue just by watching the series, then you’re a lost cause.
And the cousins plot.. Lord help me. I still like to think that I imagined that and that it isn’t real, cause what the fuck?? When the show was airing, I remember having weekly prayer circles that they wouldn’t keep the cousins storyline from the novel. I suppose my prayers were not answered.
I’ve been very negative this whole review, so here’s a few things I did like.
- Porchay. NOT KimPorchay, but only Porchay. He’s a cutie.
- Arm. Also, ArmPete ghostship.
- Soundtrack. Free Fall is a banger.
- Episode 6. Actually showed some of the potential the series had. I wish more of the series was like Episode 6, cause that was REALLY good.
In conclusion, I really wouldn’t waste your time. There’s just so many issues that can’t be ignored and if you’re normal to any capacity, you’ll hate it.
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SPOILERS
I ve been reading these reviews and seeing people bash this drama so hard. It doesnt have a storyline? Or a plot? Of course it does. Compared to other BL dramas, this is actually amazing. Some people have a problem with the Pete-Vegas relationship. Of course its toxic, that was the whole point. Vegas its messed up because of his dad and lets be honest, maybe Pete likes a little bit of toxicity which is not unheard of. Also, its not the only BL drama with this kind of toxic-aggressive relationships. Actually, almost every drama has its own toxic character that somehow ends up loving someone. The only difference is that KinnPorsche actually showed in depth details of the toxicity. Some people really like to overreact, you re not a movie critic, you dont have to look at every detail and go crazy over it. It does have some weird and unnecessary parts but THEY ALL DO. Also, Kinn and Porsche ? I personally loved the way they met and how they ended up together. Its a mafia boss-bodyguard relationship, what do you expect ? And the other characters were AMAZING. They all did what they were meant to do. Kim and Porchay didnt end up together probably mainly because Porchay was underage in real life so they couldnt make them a couple. To end this whole review, if you like this type of series, ignore the awful reviews and just watch it.Was this review helpful to you?
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A Paradigm Shift
I recall the first time I saw the trailer for KinnPorsche. It was the original one, while the show was still being produced by Filmania. I remember thinking: a BL set amongst Thai mafia??? That’s not your tired old high school or Uni yaoi trope. I was skeptical. I couldn't tell if the producers were going for a serious, dramatic vibe or satire. It did look a bit cheesy with the heavy saturation of color, thuggish wardrobe and Kinn who had very over the top eyebrows. But there was no denying that the guy playing Porsche was a knock-out. So, I wondered if this was supposed to be eye candy.Then I saw the kiss in the bathroom. Kinn's physicality and the barely restrained passion was something I had never ever seen before in BL and I had an epiphany.... I need a BL like this. No fish kisses while three inches separate the bodies. I needed a passionate, mature BL with leads that had undeniable chemistry.
Each successive trailer reinforced the idea that this was going to be a feast. Skip the drama with Filmania going under, or whatever happened. BoC took over and released new trailers and my excitement, if possible, intensified. I was certain that this show was going to be entertaining as hell!! I anxiously awaited news and any bit of promotional content, and I counted down the days until the pilot episode.
I was expecting to be entertained, to patiently endure a somewhat cheesy plot (because this was a Thai BL set in a mafia world, how seriously could this be taken?) and to enjoy some very pretty guys getting more handsy then we are used to seeing in a drama.
It's no exaggeration to say episode one defied all expectations and left me absolutely God-smacked. From the premier until now, as I write this review, KinnPorsche took over my life. My Twitter feed and TikTok recommendations are 90% KP content. I have a web browser open to the KP MDL comments section always and I have skipped work because I stayed up to late participating in a comment frenzy. There was not a single episode that I did not rewatch multiple times. I was so hooked, I read the book and watched BTS and downloaded the soundtrack. I watched cast reaction videos. I. Have. Never. Behaved. Like. This. Before. I shamelessly shipped characters and actors and I will admit having fallen in love with a few of them as well.
Season 1 is over and I'm processing that reality, along with a very physical type of grief. It’s taken me two days to gather my thoughts so that I could write a review that pays homage to this incredible experience. I hope it resonates with current and future viewers, and that it credits the show appropriately.
What I loved. Nearly everything. Each episode was stupendous and while not always perfect and with some thin spots, ultimately the plot always progressed nicely, masterfully portraying the story of two broken, lonely people who draw strength and comfort from each other. Porsche, played by Apo Nattawin, is the most beautiful man I've ever seen. He is funny, brave, loyal and strong. He is also tragic. He works hard and sacrifices his pride often to support his little brother. He is an absolute rock for those he cares about, and he has a magical way of building families wherever he goes. Kinn, played by Mile Phakphum, is a taciturn, distrustful man who lives a very violent and dangerous life. Heir to the throne, betrayed more times than we can count before the show even begins, Porsche seems like a loose cannon when they first meet. But something about that free-spirit captivates him from the very beginning. Their relationship does not take long to intensify. It is deep, emotional, physical, electric and full of lust and passion. Their love story is rocky and frustrating, but also one of the most pure things I've ever seen.
What I did not love. I honestly feel like the show tried to cover too much of the side characters in season 1. I felt that they did this to keep those fan bases engaged. The result, in my opinion, was a sometimes choppy transition between plots, inadequate and sloppy character development of the secondaries and a whole lot of frustration for the fans. Seriously, I think this led to unnecessary hostility as fans picked sides and began to feel aggrieved.
Other things I loved. The sound track. Free Fall was excellent but then they incorporated an instrumental version during episode 4 and I swear this is one of those songs that will live with me the rest of my life. Jeff Satur's "Stay" is absolutely heartbreaking. BTW, so proud of this guy. I've been a fan for years and loved him in everything I've seen. Where was I? Tankhun. Just everything about him. Outfits. Outlandish behavior. His unwavering love and loyalty to his family (who are not always his blood). The fact that he is the life of the party. His friendship with Porsche. And especially his offbeat wisdom. This better be the role that launches Tong to superstardom. The body guard besties. Pol and Arm. I could write an entire review just for them. I love them. Love them. Love them. Porsche's support network. Yok, Jom and Tem. These 3 are solid, stalwart friends. They round out this ridiculously absurd mafia family perfectly. The cinematography. Color plays a big role in the telling of this story. Pond is a genius. I will pay close attention to colors in all my future cinematic experiences.
My most favorite thing of all, and judge me for being shallow if you like, is the incandescent passion between Porsche and Kinn. Let’s face it, they broke ground here. We've never seen anything like this before. Not even close. Their love scenes were not just hot and sexy, they were deeply emotional as well. We never saw them just having sex. There was always some unspoken dynamic driving them. As a viewer, sensing that, I felt like I was watching something very personal and forbidden. Made it all the more impactful. Their love scenes were about surrendering to longing, desperation, the exhilaration of first love and finally, a genuflection. Apo and Mile were stunning together. No detail missed. No tentative touches. It was entrancing and when we learned most, if not all, was unscripted...well I for one got a little carried away in my imagination.
My favorite scene: was and will always be the Revels. When the entire crew parties at Yok's bar. It was funny, outrageous and touching to see Kinn let down his guard and have fun with Porsche's manufactured family. It was the perfect lead up to the next scene at the pier when I knew for certain at that moment, that the story of Kinn and Porsche was going to be a part of my life forever. I am so grateful to BOC, Mile, Pond, Apo and the rest of the cast and crew for bringing me this story. These past 3+ months have been a rollercoaster but I don't regret a second of it.
I hope we get spin offs and I dearly hope to see Mile and Apo again together in other projects. They are outstanding.
Oh & btw, I changed my mind about Mile's attractiveness in episode 1 when he glared at Porsche after he took his watch. Pissed is a good look on Kinn.
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Disappointing and uncomfortable, couldn't finish (TW)
TW: mentions of sexual assaultThe first few episodes are incredible. Unfortunately they make a promise that the rest of the show simply can't keep. It fluctuates from a really interesting crime drama to a super bad, tropey slice of life show. I kept getting whiplash from the sudden atmosphere changes. On top of that, the plot, while promising in places, is generally very messy and a lot of the episodes feel forced and only there to make the characters do specific things.
What bothered me most and made me stop watching was the amount of rape and sexual assault in this show. I get this is a mafia show and violence is to be expected but it reaches a point where it just feels fetishy and uncomfortable. I'm not interested in shipping couples who don't respect consent, which is unfortunately the case for more than one couple on this show. It made it impossible to root for some of the main characters.
Positives are great acting, great soundtrack and directing and atmosphere are often well done too. It's such a shame because the good parts are REALLY good but unfortunately the bad parts are also REALLY bad. I tried to stay for the good but the bad just became too much and I stopped after episode 10.
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Honestly what even-
Honestly I was super excited and super disappointed by this show. I really loved History3: Trapped and heard really good stuff about this so went into it was a positive attitude; boy was I wrong.This show is basically like Tharntype, but this time the rape scenes and emotional abuse are done using a power dynamic so toxic the IAEA should be investigating them. No amount of trigger warnings could have prepared me for some of the abhorrent scenes shown, that are treated often as nothing more than a joke or a means to an end.
This show is a spit in the face to victims (especially queer victims) of abuse; be it emotional, physical or sexual. The lack of care the writers and directors took with these really traumatic scenes, and how they ever made it to the final cut is baffling to me. Since I started watching I also heard rumours about the behind the scenes of this show which is just.... wow.
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Can't get much better than this
This is stellar bl here, folks. Action, love, passion, sweetness, humor, all of it. Sure, we have to suspend disbelief at all those sexy sweet-faced mafia bodyguards and a few other things, but this show exceeded my expectations on all counts. Definitely worth a watch and future rewatches.Be prepared to laugh, cry, and drool. Great acting, a pretty good plot, beautiful visuals. The three pairings had chemistry, and Tong as Tankhun was an absolute hoot. This is no cute little peck-on-the-lips-with-two-feet-of-space-between-them bl. Be prepared for adult themes and adult scenes.
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mmm, idk what to think
OK so tbh I wasn't interested in this series but there's always a comment recommending it so I watched it and I realized that I wasted my time :|we got so many story holes, acting was mid, there are more nc scenes than plot, sorry but that's not for me. You can have nc scenes and still have plot but this is not the case. the cinematography is okay. the only one thing I really love is the ost, that's such an amazing song so I added it to my Playlist.
Not for me, so I don't think I'll watch it again.
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i love this show
its defintely the best series ive ever watched. its so full of action, emotions, and great characters. i was hooked up from the first episode to the last one. it was seriously amazing, i got so attached to these characters and their world. actually also well thought-through, there were so many plot twists but they were all actually shocking and made sense. shooting was so beautiful, it was so easy to dive into that dirty and dangerous reality, and the music fucking slaps, especially the intro (u can literally wake me up at 4 am and ill recite it perfectly) and kims song for porchay. this drama gave me so much tears and so much smile that i cant not give it 10 stars. amazing expierience that ill never forget<3Was this review helpful to you?
