They gave 90% of the budget to Scarlet Heart and 10% to all bls combined
As always. They don't make that many hetero shows but when they do, it always has exceptional everything. Even the actors who have been in BL act better in hetero shows.
It's disheartening to see the stark contrast in quality and care between GMMTV's hetero shows and their BL offerings. The hetero series consistently receive the benefit of strong writing, skilled acting, competent directors, generous budgets, and thoughtful cinematography, they are given every resource to succeed. Meanwhile, BL shows are consistently treated as an afterthought, leading to a cycle where the company prioritizes quantity over quality. They churn out numerous BLs because they are profitable, yet they reinvest those earnings back into their hetero projects, further widening the gap.
I am frustrated that this system is reinforced when fans provide inflated ratings based solely on their favorite actors or popular ships, rather than the show's actual merit. We must collectively raise our standards. If we don't demand better from these production companies, we will continue to be disappointed. While we have been gifted a few exceptional BLs, they are rare exceptions in a landscape dominated by high-quality hetero content. Why can't studios take a creative risk on BL narratives? We should be sold a compelling story first and foremost, not just a marketable pairing. I don't care about a ship if the actors cannot deliver a believable performance, that is the simple truth.
All I want is for BL stories to be treated with the same respect and given the same production love as any other genre. I am tired of the constant letdown. Many fans accept mediocrity because BL is still considered a niche market, but being niche is no excuse for inferior quality. This genre and its audience deserve the same level of excellence, and it's time we stopped settling for less.
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I am frustrated that this system is reinforced when fans provide inflated ratings based solely on their favorite actors or popular ships, rather than the show's actual merit. We must collectively raise our standards. If we don't demand better from these production companies, we will continue to be disappointed. While we have been gifted a few exceptional BLs, they are rare exceptions in a landscape dominated by high-quality hetero content. Why can't studios take a creative risk on BL narratives? We should be sold a compelling story first and foremost, not just a marketable pairing. I don't care about a ship if the actors cannot deliver a believable performance, that is the simple truth.
All I want is for BL stories to be treated with the same respect and given the same production love as any other genre. I am tired of the constant letdown. Many fans accept mediocrity because BL is still considered a niche market, but being niche is no excuse for inferior quality. This genre and its audience deserve the same level of excellence, and it's time we stopped settling for less.
If you agree with me, go give my review some love: https://mydramalist.com/profile/13107903/review/504748