it was okay
I watched it's was okay the storyline wasn't the best but like the actors in this series and that's the only reason I really watched every episode after episode one I was really bored with the series. The main couple got born after the first episode and the side couple really wasn't interesting In my opinion not like the other series that the actors are in. they could have did way better with this series then what they did it but I would rewatch it just to watch the first episode over that's the main reason I would rewatch it other than that it was all rightWas this review helpful to you?
I saw people hating the scene where Jim finds out Li Ming is gay and says something like, "We're poor, and now you're gay? Pick a struggle," calling Jim a hypocrite. Personally, I disagree. I think it's because Jim has lived through it himself and knows firsthand how much harder it makes your life. That's why he said it; I mean, LGBT lives aren't always sunshine and rainbows.
Wen and Alan’s past relationship was also shown in great detail, letting us really feel the passion they used to have. Usually, romance series barely explore the history with exes, making the audience think it's just easy to move on.
A small matter that deeply bothered me—it's not super important and didn't ruin the characters' chemistry, but Heart being mute when he wasn't born deaf makes no sense. People can't just lose their ability to speak simply because they became deaf three years ago.
Regardless, the chemistry was on point, and the visuals matched perfectly. It's a great series, totally recommended, and the actors delivered amazing performances here.
Was this review helpful to you?
A complicated hookup with tiny sprinkes of bittersweets
I stopped watching this after the first hour because of the slow and pointless nature of the main couple's actions. The very slow-paced slow motion life did not touch me...and I'm guessing we are supposed to understand the characters doing mundane stuff. Months later, I came back to the show to be tortured some more. The second couple was less complicated and had hints of hope and something resembling romance. The main couple just sat there being dramatic and well, complicated. The main couple's pointless actions eventually grew on me as the back story was revealed but I never fully understood the why. Like why are we here? And just why, why why
The acting is top-notch, and the visuals are moody and interesting. The story of a hook-up culture trying to be something more is not really a fun watch. But, it's closer to a bittersweet independent film that people force you to watch to say how life is horrible and we will all die alone. And after the torture of watching it you are supposed to be happy about your own life...I guess.
I'm being a bit dramatic, I mean, after all, I gave it a nine out of ten.
Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
NO ES PARA TODOS
Siento que esta serie no es para todo publico, toca temas muy adultos que para los demás espectadores puede ser muy aburrido de ver. En mi opinión esta serie debe de verse con una mente más abierta para poder disfrutarla. Me encanta todos los temas que toca, desde el embarazo a temprana edad, lo difícil que es soltar una relación de años y volver a estar con alguien, la relación tan afectuosa que una madre y su hijo llegan a tener e incluso lo difícil que es para una persona sorda llevar su vida normal; todo es perfecto a mi parecer. La historia de Heartliming es algo muy reconfortante de ver, me encanta ver a Liming aprendiendo lengua de señas para poder comunicarse con heartWas this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
Good BL, characters not so much.
I would have to say this is a pretty solid BL, I really enjoyed it. The plot was sort of unique and there was a lot representation especially with the deaf community which isn't often seen in BL, and in shows/movies in general so i enjoyed the aspect about it.The characters were a bit annoying at times, especially the main couple. And I didn't really like how they made Alan out to be the bad guy in the beginning, because I generally felt bad for him. But I was glad that Alan got his own little romance at the ending, or else it wouldn't really feel complete.
There was a lot realism in this series and wasn't overally fluffy, and was more realistic with the build up of the relationships and the relationships had more depth. You don't see that in a lot of BLs. Wen was a bit repetitive with his relationship with Jim, I like how there was more build up, but Wen seemed a bit to desperate and it felt like he was forceful which was a bit annoying.
I honestly liked the side couples more, especially with Heart and Li Ming, I wish there was some spin-off series between the two people they were so much more interesting but had way less screen time. And their overall relationship was more healthy and the dynamics were fun to watch.
So 8/10 feels right, mostly just wish the main couple weren't as annoying as they were shown, (It got a bit better.) And the side couple had more screen time. The age gap wasn't HUGE, but it was kind of weird.
I recommend this BL if you like slow build up between characters and are looking for more diversity when it comes to stories or characters.
Was this review helpful to you?
A Heart Can Learn How To Love Again
Yeah, I know I’m late to the party, just watched this after putting it off for years.It’s a good story, that’s what I can say, it’s more than just a BL show …
Features themes like family dynamics, among others.
I don’t think there’s anything else I can say that other reviews haven’t said yet.
Watch it if you haven’t
Was this review helpful to you?
First Kanaphan's acting as Alan
This is the best screen play i have ever witnessed in BL industry.The script, the acting, plot, story everything is a masterpiece
For some people this show might feel a bit slower paced but trust me that's the beauty of this drama
Also not to mention First's acting as Alan is a masterpiece, work of art BL industry will ever see.
P'Aof did an excellent job and I have mad respect for him for this project
All the characters and their portrayal is precise and the depiction of their emotions and character development is on point.
Moonlight Chicken isnt just a drama its an ART.
Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
It could have been better
It felt like there was more focus on the 2 couple than on the main couple and that there was a lot that was unnecessary to the story, like the death of Gaipa's mom, they probably died it to make the 3 couple but in the end there was not a proper conclusion in any of the couples. The story of jim past lovers was too lengthy. It should have me more to the point.Was this review helpful to you?
Realistic and deals with important topics
What a well-made BL! A realistic BL that addresses important topics and has great cinematography. My lower rating reflects only my personal taste, which isn't for more realistic stories, as technically I find the production very well done. Highlight to Mixx and First, who had great scenes. And of course, to the young couple, who were very cute to follow. I found it very good how they addressed several important topics in a responsible and realistic way.Two scenes struck me in distinct ways:
* The scene of Khao's character's conversation with his mother on the couch about him being gay.
* And, in a comical way, the scene of the uncle saying to his nephew: "In addition to being poor, you have to be gay?" Hahaha
Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
Moving
Moving show with deep and complex characters. All the cast members are talented and delivered fantastic performance in their roles. Gem and fourth were truly fantastic in their support roles with amazing chemistry. Earth and Mix shone as these more mature characters dealing with the complexities of adult life. Overall great slice of lifeWas this review helpful to you?
The second lead saves the whole drama
The main plot is predictable and sometimes annoying, which lowers the overall impression.The pace of the episodes is good, and the other plots (growing up, breakups, family relationships) add depth, although they do not save the main romance. If you watch for the emotions and chemistry of the characters, this second lead is worth every minute.
Was this review helpful to you?
Two great ships in one fantastic show
Look, I’m usually not someone who likes the one-night stand trope because I prefer the gradual development of feelings and two people getting to know each other. But omg. This was so good and we still managed to get that.I really loved Jim and Wen and seeing how they started learning about each other’s lives and helping each other grow and make hard decisions, and that’s not even mentioning that the chemistry was off the charts both in terms of physical and emotional intimacy. They completely sold their characters, and it couldn’t have been done without the great second leads that were Alan and Gaipa.
Heart and Liming were also a fantastic second couple. As a foil to Jim/Wen, both of who were somewhat jaded about life and romance, we saw a much more innocent first love situation as two people started spending time together. The commentary on deafness and communication was really beautiful as well. They stole every scene they were in and between these two ships I found the show not having one boring moment.
It was actually so refreshing that there were no villains and no terrible misunderstandings between any of the couples. I was so impressed with how much JimWen and HeartLiming both communicated, and having the story focus on the theme of parenthood was also really powerful, between seeing Jim/Liming’s relationships, to seeing Liming’s mother return, and more.
I really do wish this was longer because the plot developments felt kind of thin sometimes when it came to Gaipa’s mother — who I didn’t really see enough of go get emotionally attached to — and also when it came to the chicken diner and the corporation that wanted to buy the land. Despite what we learned out about how the diner started, the place itself never really had “personality” after the first episode, if that makes sense, and I didn’t feel the high stakes of losing it.
Nevertheless, this is a comfort drama for sure and it just might’ve changed my mind about the “one-night stand” trope.
Was this review helpful to you?
