The Kangks Show (2021)

Addresses pertinent issues and strives to eradicate stigma while providing a source of amusement

This is the first time I'm discussing the merits of a Filipino drama. Despite being a Filipino myself, I find it challenging to watch series set in my homeland due to their cliches and portrayal.

This drama features a fierce, intelligent, and talented female lead. I'm not sure where you guys are from, but females are frequently portrayed in the Philippines as slaves to men and the patriarchal society. Additionally, the show addresses numerous stigmas relevant to this date, including sexually transmitted diseases, lgbtqia+, safe sex, and self-pleasure.

Thanks to the spontaneous amount of laughter this drama provides, you get to learn while having a good time. Binge-worthy. The cast is formidable, and they are well-known for a reason. THE ACTING WAS OUTSTANDING!

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Dealing with Stigmas

I truly like how the show deals with actually relevant topics that are often stigmatized even in today's society.
You can find a lot of topics like premature ejaculation, STDs, and more being discussed.

But the best thing has to be their way to demonstrate certain topics. They do it by showing people who are currently experiencing that situation and those people look like any other ordinary human being you could randomly meet on the street. I feel like this makes the show a lot more relatable instead of having models performing those roles.

Also a lot of humor.

My favorite character has to be Cassandra especially in the episode where we see, where she clearly deifies a person, our lovely doc. Her pure gaze still got me tripping.

Still waiting for season 2 though, lol.

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Relevant. Brilliant. Funny.

I am yet to watch the last episode because my broke ass cannot afford a premium subscription on WeTV. So, I have to wait till next week.

However, I decided to write my review to this series.

Story

Brilliant story.

This is a talk show in a show where the protagonist, Dr. Kara Teo, reads a problem from a letter sender about their problem related to sex. Also, it showcases Dr. Kara's own personal problems, and every character's—especially women—own struggles.

The problem of letter sender is a parallel to their current situation.

An episode about anorgasmia portrays a struggle of a woman who doesn't reach orgasm because her partner nuts in a minute or two. Foreshadowing Dr. Kara's 6-year struggle of not reaching climax in bed and how everyone deserves a great cum.

An episode about alterego tells a story of a woman who has two personality: the normal persona, and the kinky one (which is a secret persona). She met someone who loved her as her normal self, and she's afraid this guy would learn about her kinky side. Then, Dr. Kara explained how women are struggling to explore their sexuality because of the patriarchal-set standards for women. And we get to see Cassandra's life who escaped from a misogynistic, Christian household (probably my favorite episode).

And, an episode about a toxic relationship but has great sex. The letter sender is torn between keeping a guy who makes her cum multiple times a day but cannot give her peace after sex. We saw Amber finally realizes that her sexual relationship with Ferdie, who happens to be a fuckboy, should end.

Each episode will give you a time to think and ponder. You get to understand the characters' decisions and struggles.

It also respectfully discusses health concerns like STDs, and HIV-AIDS.

It was indeed brilliant.


Acting/Cast

Angelica Panganiban who played Dr. Kara Teo, certainly the best in her generation. She was perfect cast for this role.

I mean, each cast was perfect for their respective roles. Maris Racal as Cassandra, Kit Thompson as Garry. Everyone!

Music

The musical scoring is also good. But I don't think it's remarkable.


Rewatch value

I will definitely rewatch this. Certainly.


Conclusion

This drama deserves more recognition. Given that this stupid country reeks homophobia, misogyny, and toxic masculinity. On the top of that, the show is very relevant on today's political climate.

There's an episode who made me cackle when a character says: "I want you to destroy my ass like its an oppressive system," I swear to god, Antoinette Jadaone is a brilliant director and a screenwriter. All hail.

Season 2 when?

PS. These are the topics covered each episodes.

Episode Guide:

Ep 1: Micropenis
Ep 2: Toxic Masculinity/Gender Fluidity
Ep 3: Illicit Affair
Ep 4: Anorgasmia
Ep 5: Alterego
Ep 6: STD/HIV-AIDSEP
7: Toxic Relationship/Great Sex
Ep 8: Finale

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