The Betrayal (2023)

A slightly flawed remake.

‘The Betrayal’ basically follows the original plot template with a few tweaks, and it manages to give pretty much the same emotional rollercoaster of being betrayed and getting revenge, but the ride isn't crazy enough. I think it’s good that this remake makes them a family of four instead of three. Ploy, the daughter, adds a different feeling to the table. She gives a more vulnerable perspective, that of a little child trying to comprehend the entire betrayal and divorce situation. It hurts to see how it affects her. The good sibling relationship between Patch and Ploy also has a different emotional impact compared to other characters.

In this version, I think Jane displays more softness and poise. Her strong instinct helps her steer the emotional and dramatic plot better. Athin is meant to be hated throughout the series. Kate is unlikeable to begin with. Among the supporting characters, I don’t like Tul. I know he means well, but he seems unnaturally nice.

The first half of this series is good, but the second half is downhill. All episodes are over an hour long, and some scenes are unnecessary, making it slowly lose its grip. However, the finale has better characters’ resolution. Overall, it’s a slightly flawed remake. It didn’t exceed my expectations, but it’s still a good watch.

If you have ever watched the original or other version, you can expect how things are going to unfold. So, don’t expect too much. But if you haven’t seen any, you can give this drama a try, and who knows, you might love this version.

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