A lot to improve
I started watching this series hoping it would be a KinnPorsche kind of thing (i.e. mafia inspired). And it is, but I simply could not go past episode 2 because of how artificial it feels. KinnPorsche is years-light ahead in terms of acting, production, music, plot and feels so organic. In Unforgettable Night the filming and editing are pretty cringey and unnatural. Too much slow motion and weird cinematography. Not to mention the kissing scenes, which are pretty bad. Wish I could say better but it didn't impress me at all. The acting was alright in general and the story as well.Was this review helpful to you?
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Perfect Example of The Wrong Director/Producer in charge.
I admit I am disappointed. And this review will be long, because my brain is wired that way.First off. I am an actual Sado Tachi. and while I was reading the Novel I loved Kamol.
Let me explain why; I loved the details in the novel, the way the author describes the "Unforgettable night" is akin to having either experienced it, or having watched other Sado's at work. I loved the part qhere Kamol makes five times sure that Kim knows what he is getting himself into. giving him multiple chances to back out. it was like reading art. and Yes, it gave me idéas.
Even if the story faultered in some places. I hold Kamol high as he is my number one favorite character in Thai Y'novels. Kamol in the novel is an insatiable, EXPERT experienced Sado. and he does not go soft on his Subs. you would have to be an absolute Maso to handle his vices.
-> Thus enter Kim. brilliant portrayal of a true Maso who knows what he wants and isn't afraid to ask for more of it.
Now... The first episode... ... ... Too many Rookie Mistakes made for me to akin Novel Kamol with the TV-Kamol in any way shape or form.
Now, I won't list them but the one thing that irked me off so bad was that an experienced SaDom, as Novel Kamol is described to be, one akin myself who's been playing the game since 19. Would NEVER tie in the bondage the way that ?Kamol did... It's a ROOKIES mistake, and it's potentially a safety issue for your Maso... Because a 2kg ikea Nightstand will not withstand the force of someone who's body is in spasm from the pain being struck on the back with a Cato'9. that little tickler wasn't even a good quality one either...
Now that's not on Yoon, that is on the sloppy work and instructions from the director. who clearly hasn't researched anything. nor did he care enough how it would look....
The work is hasty, blurry and poorly edited, and I still can't understand for the life of me how that episode made the cut and got out in the final work. it's like they didn't even care to make it professional OR even remotely BDSM accurate...
I am disappointed to say the least. but that's what you get from a Conglomerate and a Minor Entertainment comoany.... You get a rookie crew who simply focuses on scheduled time to shoot over actually making good quality scenes. clearly some of the scenes in the first episode. especially the "Unforgettable Night" that they shared. needed a reshoot and should have never made it past the cutting board if you ask me.... It's laughable for someone who even had the slightest clue about BDSM.
it's a spit in the face of Novel Kamol too. But I DON'T blame Yoon for it. the audience of Youtube will take it for what it is.... but Anyone remotely versed in BDSM will saw this series down, and Gagas will laugh it to null... Because most of us KNOW what true bdsm is. And we know the good quality that it can be made into.
Besides. with the all the plot changes made in the TV-Version of KinnPorsche we now have The fact that Pete is no longer a Victim to Vegas brutal hand... but in the TV series he has been made into a WILLING Pet who EVEN made the first move.... That means TV- KamolKim already look pathetically Pale in comparison to that scene with TV-VegasPete in episode 12. and it's a Shame...
Since I really hold Novel Kamol up as number ONE on my list of favorite SaDoms in Thai BL-novels and Let me tell you right now the Novel Monster that is Vegas isn't even on that list.....
- Such a Shame... I'm not even sure how to or if I even want to proceed with the next episode...
I'm already too damn disappointed in the production company for letting that trainwreck of a scene pass to final cut on the cut and editing board.
Way to kill the excitement and expectations that I had for the show. as I would finally get to see my beloved Kamol in a live action....
Again, Yoon did well as Kamol in other aspects of the first episode.. and props to the new guy who plays Kim.. Who's name I will have to learn for making the unfounded misery of a inesided crush look as pathetic as it is.
- But as far as that Scene that was supposed to Hook us to Kim in the same way Kamol did. it failed .. it wasn't even close to hitting a homerum... it was so far off to the side that the baseball hit the left hand corner behind the pitch... and it makes me sad. I really had high hopes. But such rookie mistakes. they are unforgivable. not unforgettable.
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This is a total disaster...and i couldn't finish it
I barely was able to finish the first episode without skipping anything, to be honest, i felt like i was being punished.I wanted to quit but the actors are so cute and i felt like they put in too much effort for me to stop at episode one without fully giving it a chance.
Buuut by mid episode 2, i couldn't keep at it anymore...i'm dropping this.
The actors all have same expressions some are smug others are too goody, a fancy set and outfits but no story, no action or any type of emotion
I just felt like this is a recipe for disaster , if you just wanna watch intimate scenes but under the name of a BL Series.
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So far it does appeal and hooked so u wonder what do in next episode. M also eagerly waiting for it, coz in the preview I have heard Kamol regrets bringing Kim in his circle...coz of all the dangers. Loved the tiger scene well shot, kamol looks hot wen angry, there love scene was good at least I liked it better than Fifty shades of grey movie...and the best is were he ly his head on Kim's lap..shows they both are getting comfy with each other...felt good...
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What am I watching ?
First episode commentary - no sorry-The introduction of the characters was really not the best, especially Kim's. Kim was presented as such a hardworking type, fine while also being heartbroken - but now we see him as someone pathetic, getting drunk while spying on his crush. Seriously ?
- Everything is very random: they way scenes are put together, to the slow motions, the music and sound effects - just the overall editing.
- The acting is making me laugh, especially when in bed - I am so sorry but what is that face man
- Why are the damn colours so dead and toned down? It makes the quality lower than it actually is. I don't know, i supposed they were going for sultry/mysterious vibes but what is giving is funeral and depression.
- The colours are so toned down, too much to feel kinda mysterious in a way
- The only person I am happy to see is Sammy! She's just a queen and no one can say otherwise.
- Is Kim an ugly crier or he just can't act? can't tell at this point.
- The mafia aspect is okay, for now..
- The chemistry between Kamol and Kim is none existent - sadly no sparks but they do look good.
- The limo arrival scene - our boy was mobbed by 3 little paparazzis.
- The dam bathroom talk... could you please turn off that damn faucet !! or is that too much to ask ? ?
- No consent ? like I know it is mafia but in BDSM you need consent and be careful of everything.
- That tattoo and robes thing... why is it so ugly ?
- The bed scene: Kim's reactions are kinda exaggerated, like you just started with a bit of wax and he already in heaven or whatever ? no, sorry. The kisses are the definition of kissing a wall.
- The whip, we need to talk about. It is supposed to be giving pain but boy is barely touching him, even a cat could do a better job. Plus, I'm going to say this again but why that face ? I was crying of laughing at this point
My final thoughts: it was trashy, very awkward and not even entertaining when I had high hopes - I will still try watching it because we never know. This could have worked as a satire without needing any changes, I really could not take this seriously.
Please keep in mind, this is just MY opinion and thoughts (actually shared with a friend of mine), yes I did rate it a 1.
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This is me being ridiculously generous!
Before i start i must say that i gave the story a 9 based ONLY in the description.You read the synopsis and you are already drooling!You are thinking finally the BL world comes to a new era,dealing with more mature and darker themes!Yupi!!!
You see the cast and you are like: "Ehhmm..maybe..??..No!Ehmmm.i don't know!"
You watch the trailer and you are already second guessing yourself and doubting whether to start watching this or not.
You watch the first episode and you are...speachless!You think the 4 walls of your house are not too many to knock your head at them.
Where to start?I love tattoos.I have mine.But what the heck was that on his back?ugly,tacky and tasteless.
Good thing the Kamol guy is a Top and then poor Kim doesn't have to look at his back!I feel sorry for the actor and the make-up artist!
Wtf with the faucets in this ep?Artistic innovation?Sweet Jesus save me..
I will not talk about directing,lighting.editing AND acting.i will be a total b*tch and i don't want to...
But i will talk about props and especially their s*x toys!I strongly recomment to find another s*x shop a rather expensive one cause those toys look really cheap!As cheap as the BDSM game/scene was.No further comments your Honor!
The only hot in this episode was the burning candles and the outstanding beauty of Cherry.(seriously her beauty is out of this world,but this is a BL we don't talk about gals.lol!)Ok to be fair Kim is a hot and good-looking guy too(not my type but still,haha)
Anyhow i will not bite my nails until next episode.I will be back when the series ends just because inside Pandora's box the last thing is always hope!
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So far Episode 1...
So, so far this series isn't bad.I think that maybe they could improve their acting or better their expressions. This was the only thing that kind of ruined the sex scene, but overall it was ok. I don't really have complaints.
The story doesn't seem bad itself, in fact it's kind of ordinary, leaving out the mafia thing.
The music is pretty and catchy.
Oh, I was about to forget it... About Kamol tattoo. I mean, those effects were kind of unnecessarily. I was about to burst laughing when I've seen those effects.😂
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Cringe...
Oof...So, my first ever review, and I feel like I just gotta put down concerns regarding this one because I was excited advice.
Story -
Paper-thin at the moment honestly. Handsome hard-working Kim is devastated by a love that will not be returned so at the advice of his friends, he looks for someone to help him take his mind off his lost love. That someone turns out to be looking for the perfect submissive for him at a random club instead of you know, using his resources to find someone who specializes in submission and is actually looking for an available dominant.
On Kim's flame, babes at least he put an end to it, didn't keep stringing you along on false hope and we all know you aren't the type to be a home wrecker if that other couple is truly happy together... RIGHT!? (I don't know this I only hope he's not that type coz I like him!)
On Kim's choice the have sex with this rando, I can understand that Kim is devastated about losing a love he was so committed to, I understand that desperate desire to really feel something, other than the heartache you are feeling. Heck, it's even possible that you are indeed a masochist submissive and just hadn't gotten a chance to explore that side of yourself so when you met a guy who said he would help you forget you got a little reckless and thought hey I'll try anything once! Turns out you kinda liked it even!
On Kamol's story, which is what? I'm a gangster Dominant sadist desperately searching for the one true submissive love for me and I have a crazy woman who is in love with me so I sleep with a new man every night so she might just take a hint? Yeah, I hope his story develops more because that's pretty weak.
Acting/Cast
What I loved: Kim!
Played by the lovely Ton, this character works well for him, he is very beautiful from many angles, the way he speaks is nice, he's not awkward, and his acting is very good for doing something so difficult as experiencing submission for the first time. His cries from pain mixed with pleasure were good, and his expressions were right, not the best kisser, but I have a feeling that's because he's not got a very good partner and there is only so much he can do when he is submissive. He has a beautiful body, not skin and bones, a nice chest and arms a real beauty all around and he looks strong enough to handle himself but also could need help without coming off as a damsel in distress! His acting is good and he's doing his best with what he has.
What I did not like: Kamol...
This is NOT the role for Yoon, I have seen him in several things and I was worried when I found out he was to be playing this role and my worries were very justified so far. This is not the character from him, he couldn't be further from being the right pick. He has such a soft gentle youthful baby face. The only thing he has going for him in this role is his height. His tone when he's trying to be indifferent and cruel during the mafia scenes just doesn't sound right, he's not intimidating at all, he does not command a room, and he doesn't look like he's the boss of anything. Some of his bodyguards are scarier than him.
The faces he was pulling during the SandM scene were weird and awkward. He is so out of place it's hard to watch honestly, like watching a baby trying to run before it can even walk awkwardly. Yoon is great at being soft and caring and sweet, which we see a glimpse of in the aftercare scene (BIG kudos to the production team for including this) I only hope that as the show progresses he becomes more comfortable and has a breakthrough with portraying this character but i won't hold my breath.
The kiss:
This is a VERY adult topic, SandM I mean, and for it to be a focus in the story then you kinda have to commit to a certain level of intimacy and sexy lustfulness and that kiss... Teenagers go harder. Like what a massive letdown, it should have been intense and lewd not... whatever that was. Guys, these are adult men looking for a hookup at a club, it's 2022, Zee and Nunew went harder in Cutie Pie for goodness sake! Pull yourselves together!
Music:
What music?
Rewatch value:
I have cringed enough, but would watch just Kim and the girls he works with coz they are a hoot!
Overall:
I'm not dropping it yet, I have hope that things may get better and that they were trying to ease people into it in this first episode, coz honestly who has heard of a sex scene of episode 1!? Wild I know!
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Forgotten Night?
I had high expectations for this BL. It was SMBD so it caught my attention thinking wow BL is going towards a more mature adult audience. I watched episode 1 and it kinda confused me as Kim was in the same bar as his exBF who had a new love. They were being affectionate in front of Kim who was wallowing in his sorrows with a drink or two or three…..Then Kim gets up and starts out for the boys RR with his ex following. You see Kim crying uncontrollably water running in the sink. The ex-BF apologizes to Kim telling him he tried but could not fall in love with him. And, that he loves his new Bf. Kim continues to cry and nods acknowledging that yes, he understands, he could not love him. Heartbroken he leaves. He continues to cry at his home trying to understand why he cannot find true love especially the loss of this his true love pining for years but an unrequited love that cannot be returned.The Mafia boss is captured entering the hotel where high rollers are meeting to seal big deals. The paps snap his picture as he exits his limo. He is followed by his entourage. Kamol has an unusual sexual appetite or needs. I had high expectations for this BL, it was SMBD so it caught my attention, thinking wow BL is going towards a more mature adult audience. I watched episode 1 and it kinda confused me as Kim was in the same bar as his exBF who had a new love. They were being affectionate in front of Kim who was wallowing in his sorrows with a drink or two or three..,Then Kim gets up and starts out for the boys RR with his ex following. You see Kim crying uncontrollably water running in the sink. The ex-BF apologizes to Kim telling him he tried but could not fall in love with him. He never turns off the sink water!!!And, that he loves his new Bf. Kim continues to cry and nods acknowledging that yes, he understands. His ex could not love him. Heartbroken he leaves. He continues to cry at his home trying to understand why he cannot get his true love to love him back.
The Mafia boss (Kamol) is captured entering the hotel where high rollers are meeting to seal big deals. The paps snap his picture as he exits his limo. He is followed by his entourage. Kamol has an unusual sexual appetite he craves SMBD and inflicts pain on his partners. Although always letting them know what they are getting into before his “sexual rituals” start. A beautiful penthouse with a variety of sexual props are shown. Kamol has various men that he picks up but none click with him lesving him unsatisfied. He continues his search dismissing those he uses with his henchmen escorting them out the next morning.
Kim visits his parents who are happy to see him. They are supportive of their son and his lifestyle which is refreshing to observe. His father tells him its his loss, not yours. At the office Kim looks dejected and the girls in the office want to cheer him up so they decide to invite him to the local bar. He doesn’t tell them he has suffered a broken heart. Soon, a suitor who has a crush on Kim, shows up. Kim tells the girls to get him off his back which they do in a funny part of the episode as anything Samantha does she lightens up!
Kim joins the girls at the bar and after having a good time the girls leave. Kim decides to stay behind and drink more. Kamol approaches him and Kim asks if he is interested. Kamol nods and Kim tells him can you help me forget my ex. Kamol agrees. Kamol keeps asking him if he is drunk and Kim states no he is not drunk. Kamol will not proceed if the men he picks up are totally wasted. Next, Kim is at the penthouse snd Kamol asks again but Kim reaffirms that he is not drunk. Kim pulls him down for contact but Kamol opens the dresser drawer next to the bed exposing sex props, leather handcuffs which he slips on Kim’s wrists, a leather feather like whip and a candle. He leans in for a kiss. Kamol proceeds to handcuff his wrists (loosely) then whip his chest gently and pour hot wax from the burning candle lightly on his chest. Kim writhes in pain, then we suddenly see his hands go limp inside the cuffs.
Next, Kim looks at his bruises and wonders why he let this happen. Kim knows he’s not into kinky sex or is he? He looks for his clothes snd wants to leave feeling uncomfortable. He finds a note saying he had to go to the work but will be back asap. Anxious to leave, Kim looks around and sneaks out of the penthouse.
Kim is seen back at his place calling the office that he will be out the day as he does not feel well. The girls are quizzical but understand.
The preview shows Kamol looking for Kim and wanting him to come live with him as he finally made a connection with the person he’s been searching for..,(too bad I didn’t see that connection). And, Kim upset that Kamol just showed up demanding he leave with him. Oh, well, episode 2 coming up maybe that will hold more interesting connections between the two. We shall see…!!!
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歡樂有趣的一套劇
這套劇近乎把小說情節還完，而且加插了一些劇裡沒有的人物及情節，讓觀眾一起跟著劇情而激動。劇情節奏暢順，並沒有拖泥帶水，也不會讓人看到一頭霧水，結局收尾也不倉悴，一整套看下來，令人感覺愉快。小說裡的老虎情節，劇組找了真正的老虎來演出，這更加是難得的事情，這麼用心去制作的一套劇會不好看嗎？ 演黑幫老大角色的演員，該有的霸氣也沒有少，演技也在線上。演黑幫老大的伴侣，該有的傲嬌也演活了出來。其他的演員都是新人，演技當然是有待提升，誰人會沒有經過新人這個階段的。每一套劇都有自己的特色存在，不應該把相類似的劇來做比較。Was this review helpful to you?
很有意思的影集
剛開始看確實不習慣，但慢慢的被演員的表現和故事發展吸引，Yoon很帥氣，Ton的小奶音很可愛，新人保鑣也很認真表現，副CP身材超級好，很養眼，每個人花費了非常多心血，NC的場景很刺激，看久了劇情很上頭，唯一覺得可惜的地方，是其實每一位演員都很帥氣，但是拍攝起來造型上卻封印了不少人的顏值，感覺很可惜，至於置入上，細節安排的沒有非常的到位，其實置入還蠻明顯的，不過我很喜歡每一對CP，畢竟看劇是很主觀的一件事，如果不喜歡就請繞路，不要隨便亂評價每一部劇，也不要爲了支持的劇去故意踩別的劇，蠻沒教養就是Was this review helpful to you?
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有別於其他黑幫戲劇，很有自己的特色，所以在眾多戲劇中吸引不少觀眾的目光，雖然一開始只是抱著打發時間的心態去看的，但打開後，就讓人深深著迷，每每都是驚喜。 每集中都有不同的看點與笑點，讓人目不轉睛的看下去，並且期待下一集的到來，然後又會有什麼意外的劇情發生。我已經很久沒有這樣反覆觀看同一部戲劇，喜歡Kamol 的深情、Kim的柔情，演員們詮釋情感過程的細緻轉變，也都相當吸引人；戲劇中的保鑣的演出也是讓人為之一亮。
雖然劇中有部分劇情銜接不完美，但不影響我對這部劇的喜愛。
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