10/10 Beautifully Realistic, Deeply Emotional, and Quietly Devastating
This series is one of the most visually beautiful and emotionally realistic queer dramas I have watched in a long time. The cinematography is outstanding - every frame feels intentional, natural, and almost cinematic in a way that makes the story feel like real life rather than scripted fiction.The pacing is slow but purposeful, allowing the emotions between characters to develop in a very grounded and human way.
The performances are subtle yet powerful. Instead of exaggerated drama, the actors rely on silence, expressions, and small gestures, which makes the emotional tension feel even stronger. The writing also deserves praise for treating every character with depth and equal importance, not just focusing on the main romance but also showing the complexity of surrounding relationships.
However, my only complaint is that there is not a single explicit kiss scene between the main leads, which makes some of the emotional buildup feel slightly restrained compared to the intensity of their connection.
Overall, this is a mature, artistic, and emotionally heavy series that stands out from typical BL dramas for its realism and cinematic quality. A must-watch for viewers who prefer depth over clichés.
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10/10 Our beautiful Wang Jinghan
10/10 Our beautiful Wang Jinghan//////////////////////…………………………………………………………………- Best actors with superb performance and no one can replace them. A beautiful story and the way everyone is doing their parts are incredible... Specially our Wang Jinghan as pei yanzhi....what a lovely performance..how he is devoting his love without expressing it to the one he love...the eyes that speaks woahhh...a great
performance..love you all and all the best to you all...and I really love everyone's performance...…..You must Watch !
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10/10 More Than Just a Romance
10/10 More Than Just a RomancePeach Lover is a soft, intimate BL that follows two characters searching for their place in the world. Through Po, who experiences many emotional firsts, and Sasom, a former collector looking for meaning, the series builds a quiet yet powerful connection.
What makes it stand out is its honesty: no manipulation, just open communication and space to grow. The slow, sensual pacing lets the audience evolve alongside the characters.
Visually, the contrast between warm and cold tones reflects their emotional journey, leading to a brighter, more open ending.
More than a romance, Peach Lover is about being seen, understood, and finally existing through someone else's eyes.
In short... I'm a huge fan.
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10/10 No other series made me cry as much as this in 2022
10/10 No other series made me cry as much as this in 2022In "Eternal Yesterday" Oumi Mitsuru (Inoue Sora) falls in love with the "living corpse" of his friend Yamada Koichi who was killed in a car accident (Komiya Rio, who also played a support role in "Takara-kun"). Koichi can only be seen by the people who think of him, and he becomes increasingly invisible trom episode to episode, so the viewer knows that he will disappear even from Mitsuru in the end. But when it actually happens, it is still a shock.
This is a beautiful love story, but the angst that is always there makes it bitter sweet. In 2022, there was no other series that made me cry as much as this.
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10/10 2025 GL with the Best Cinematography, Sets, Acting, Chemistry and OSTs
10/10 2025 GL with the Best Cinematography, Sets, Acting, Chemistry and OSTsI can honestly say this is the best GL series I've watched this year. The thing that sets RC apart from other GLs is its nonlinear storytelling and use POV scenes which I've only seen used in The Witcher series never in a GL as most GLs are shot like soap operas or Disney channel shows. The storyline and pacing are the best as there was no rushing or dragging of the plot. Each characters' choice mattered and affected the story. The cinematography is stunning, some shots look like it came from Thai Indie films which again I've never see in Thai GLs. The show also used the OSTs to tell the characters' thoughts and struggles which is never seen in a GL usually the OST is just a cutesy bop.
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8/10 well written and gripping drama
Every now and then, a drama sneaks up on you and completely delivers-and Climax absolutely does. It's a gripping, edge-of-your-seat ride with a plot that hooks you early and never really lets go, all while keeping a sharp, satisfying pace.I'll admit, I'm a pretty picky K-drama watcher, so it takes a lot to impress me-but this one? It nailed it. It felt like a very tightly woven Korean version of House of Cards, and it, funnily, uses the phrase "house of cards" in the dialogue...but this is just my observation.
I actually stumbled across this series "Climax" by accident when I heard "Black Star" by Nana-the MV caught my attention just enough to make me curious. Safe to say, that curiosity paid off. What I found was an unexpected gem that quickly became a binge-worthy drama.
The plot kept me glued to the screen from minute one. I kept wanting to know how each character was going to deal with the situation. The pacing was well done, never felt like it was dragging on, no wasted scenes.
The acting by the two female leads are superb, very realistic and both are not afraid to look bad in front of the camera and both uses small facial expressions to carry the scenes.
I'll admit some of the characters are bit one-dimensional and doesn't change throughout, but at the same there, but the show balances that out with others who are layered, unpredictable, and hard to fully reads. That contrast ended up working in its favor-l found the overall character dynamics surprisingly well-balanced and engaging.
I did find Climax a tad confusing in terms of they use they edited their flashback scenes with the present scenes.
There are a few moments I couldn't quite tell if it was the present or the past I was watching. This doesn't steer me away from the overall enjoyment of the series, but it does require more concentration while watching.
The show gets surprisingly meta, using a film-within-the-series to reflect the characters' inner thoughts. While it does lean into some classic K-drama tropes, the way the director and editor handle them-both in the "movie" segments and the main storyline-feels polished, restrained, and refreshingly tasteful rather than over-the-top.
Overall, well entertaining binge-worthy drama. I feel the low rating people never really watched the drama nor really put much thought into the writing. Recommended to people who enjoy drama, politic drama, thrillers and fans of Nana and Ha Ji Won. 8.5/10!
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10/10 One Of THE Best series Ever!!!
Song Joong-ki's performance in this series is just incredible.Definitely matched or even outshined by Jeon Yeo-bin's performance. One of the most distinctive characters I have ever seen in my life. Shows how much work Jeon Yeo-bin put into the role. This series is so amazing thanks to the balanced give and take flow of the battle between the 2 fighting forces. Super funny and unexpected reveals about the characters makes this series unmatched. It's just surprisingly superb. Plus, you'll definitely love the vigilante side to it. It is so relevant to today's flood of corruption and crime around the world. This series will satisfy your hunger for everything you ever dream to see in a drama. A must watch!!!
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7/10 Good and touching
I found out about this show on twitter and I'm so glad I decided to watch it. At first it was just fun and games because Kawi kept trying to "fix" his relationship with Pear but it just never turned out the way he wanted it to. But as the plot progressed, so did the character development and the relationship between the characters. I loved how Kawi's friendship with Pear (and Max) turned out in the end. And I also really liked the tender and vulnerable moments each main character shared with their parents. Honestly I cried at those parts because their parents were so understanding and supportive of them. There was no judgement and the characters were allowed to feel what they were feeling without any guilt. But of course, those were all supporting the main event which was the relationship between Kawi and Pisang.I freaking love Pisang. He's like the perfect guy and boyfriend and I got kind of annoyed because Kawi was so indecisive and unsure of himself and his feelings for Pisang. It's so easy for me to judge Kawi but how he felt and acted were justified because he had always believed himself to be straight. So the sprinkle of angst was unavoidable but it made them getting together that much sweeter. Kawi's character growth was immense and he's a completely different person at the end compared to the 1st episode which is a good thing. The happy ending was good too.
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6/10 Show about "a good lawyer but a bad man"
I am a huge fan f K- and J-dramas. I watch much of what Netflix makes available unless they are really silly... OR really violent. I do not deal well with disturbing, gory violence.There has to be a counter-weight to help me from turning it off.
(see bottom of this review for an addendum)
I fear this series is falling into the really violent category.
Don't get me wrong. This series has all the earmarks of being right up my alley. An eccentric (or two?) lead, a good ensemble cast, and it's a legal drama with a moral message.
The two male leads are intriguing and of course attractive.
It is a series about (as he describes himself) "a good lawyer, but a bad man". The character ("Kujo") is played by the impressive Yûya Yagira. I am mindful it has to be challenging taking on a role from Manga and Yûya Yagira does well.
We will see, I'm sure, as the series progresses exactly what this comment he makes about himself means: if he is indeed a bad man and if so if he is redeemable.
So this show is at its heart a character study with a legal framing. Will he transform or just be recontextualized?
There is not a lot of warmth in this show. And the lead character seems to be emotionally distant as well as emotionally complex. He appears to be morally compromised. The character of Kujo is of course intriguing.
His counterpart (played by Hokuto Matsumura) is more straightforward. He is less ambiguous. More morally grounded. He's not a foil so much as a counter-balance to Kujo. I would NOT say this is a buddy show, per se. The two characters rotate around each other like satellites.
I am about half-way through the series and I'm not sure I will finish it. The level of intense violence does not seem to let up and the plots -- the cases -- are depressing. There are incredibly disturbing scenes. I don't see this changing.
I realize this is based on a popular Manga (at least according to the information available). So many in the Japanese audience may be clued in to what they are about to see, but I am in the international audience and was not clued in.
I do want to mention that the production itself is really impressive. From the opening credits on, the camera work and the direction, and the music and editing are very good.
This is a high class production.
I don't know as I write this that I will watch it to the end. I am intrigued by the characters, would like to see further examination of the Kujo character, but I am not comfortable with the cases. If this was a K-drama (like "Pro Bono") I would be confident that there would be healing and redemption at the end. But this is a J-drama and we might expect the answer to "I'm a bad man" to be "So what?".
I'll update this if I come to any further conclusions.
Addendum: I did watch all ten episodes. I won't change my initial rating and my comments still stand. And I won't spoil anything. But the ending (for me) is difficult. I realize some may think how it ends is bold, even realistic, and intellectually satisfying. But for me the show chooses psychological truth over comfort and a "soft landing". Kujo is not redeemed but rather exposed.
If you are into dark, unresolved and ambiguous storytelling, this series may be for you.
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10/10 perfect
Honestly I have no idea why people hate this series other than the age of the actors which even I thought at first it wa a bit strange to put a 16 year old but after watching the whole series, i have to say they are amazing actors. For a 16 year old he has a very mature attitude and both actors have great chemistry. There was no explicit/sensual acting involved so most of the intimate scenes didn't feel weird or awkward. Overall the plot and storyline was amazing and the last episode was by far my favourite. I'd love to see another season and a continuation of where they go or what happens. Honestly it's growing on me and since the intimate scenes are more teenage romance friendly, the age slipped my mind!Was this review helpful to you?
10/10 EU ACREDITO: Elenco perfeito, química incrível, atuações fortes
Obrigado a quem escolheu os protagonistas! Foi um sucesso absoluto! Pela primeira vez, um filme segue completamente a novela, e isso é um grande ponto positivo, já que a obra é muito poderosa e escrita de forma competente e eficiente, sem precisar inventar nada de novo. Foi uma decisão ousada dos criadores não suavizar a intensidade desse relacionamento complexo e não cortar nada do diálogo, que às vezes era muito explícito, beirando a vulgaridade. Fiquei encantado com o toque genuíno, os beijos, as cenas de sexo foram simplesmente incríveis! Esta é a minha obra favorita neste gênero até hoje! Demorei para superar a novela emocionalmente, e até agora, depois de assistir ao episódio 5, não tenho uma única reclamação! Os atores são simplesmente brilhantes, transmitindo emoções tão bem em uma idade tão jovem! Fan é simplesmente um presente dos céus; ele simplesmente fica parado na tela, e há uma aura e energia ao seu redor, e que voz sexy e profunda! O ator que interpreta Shulan é simplesmente encantador – uma mistura de firmeza e constância, e ao mesmo tempo de suavidade e flexibilidade, tudo envolto no aroma de uma rosa selvagem! A interação entre os dois na tela é mágica! Assisti especificamente sem dublagem; as vozes são magníficas! Resumindo: como disse o grande Stanislavski, EU ACREDITO!Was this review helpful to you?
9/10 Skyy Review - An ode to Pat & Pran
can never get over the Bad Buddy series. I have seen a lot of Gay drama and Bad Buddy series was a gem. I immediately fell in love with Pat and Pran and cried with them in emotional scenes, this became very close to me.I was looking at behind the scene video of Pat and Pran and saw that they are also in Our Skyy 2, my heart jumped with joy and I couldn't resist to watch this series of being a PatPran fan myself. I didn't want anything of any other pairs in the series, no offence, but I just wanted to soak into the Pat and Pran being in love again.
I skipped all the way to last 3 episodes and boy was it a sweet cup cake. I was hoping that Pran and Pat will make it to the bed and share a light selfless moment with each other. But all I saw was a PG-12 version of Pat and Pran, nothing more. I was kinda disappointed that they did not show the love scenes of Pat and Pran and it just kept me saddened, with asking each other scores.
I love the cast, I love their chemistry and not sure if they had an issue off screen, it was quite evident that it was a pain to just watch them kiss without emotions in this series. Pat was all ready and looks like Pran was the one who did not give in.
Pat looks way too skinner than the Bad Buddy series. It was a good story but nonetheless it was a clean show, a clean family show.
I am over it, but still a huge fan of the PatPran combo, will always be!! Love y'all!
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10!
10/10 A warm, sweet, and pure gay love storyThis is my first time to write a review. This drama depicts two unrealistically adorable boys accidentally discovered their sexual-orientation and fell in love with each other, reminding people that how beautiful and pure a relationship could be. I am most impressed by how the two characters reconciled with their own identity and dealt with the social environment together. The Japanese-style respect and communications also makes this drama light-hearted and sincere. The fast pace of story-telling is perfect, though i would not mind spending more time watching these two innocent boys' interactions. This drama rebuilt my love and moral standards, after having witnessed so many ugliness in reality. I am grateful that i watched this. Love to Michieda, his action was impeccable.
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10/10 A warm, sweet, and pure gay love story
10/10 A warm, sweet, and pure gay love storyThis is my first time to write a review. This drama depicts two unrealistically adorable boys accidentally discovered their sexual-orientation and fell in love with each other, reminding people that how beautiful and pure a relationship could be. I am most impressed by how the two characters reconciled with their own identity and dealt with the social environment together. The Japanese-style respect and communications also makes this drama light-hearted and sincere. The fast pace of story-telling is perfect, though i would not mind spending more time watching these two innocent boys' interactions. This drama rebuilt my love and moral standards, after having witnessed so many ugliness in reality. I am grateful that i watched this. Love to Michieda, his action was impeccable.
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10/10 One of the best GL series ever!
For me, this is one of the best GL series that I have watched.I was impressed by their acting since Episode 1. Acting was raw and natural, no cringe or awkwardness between the characters. The lead actresses played the role very convincingly, and they've given 100% in the drama and intimate scenes. So, I really applaud them. Actingwise, it is very impressive performances from the leads (Sonya and Lookmhee).
Storyline, this is based on the same novel written by Chao Planoy. If you havent read the novel, you'll be shocked with all the twists and turns of the story.
The story tells of a genuine, solid love which could probably be very close to obsession. Of denial of feelings and later on choosing acceptance. It tells of realities that some people can unfortunately face.
1100% recommend this, sapphics or nonsapphics which have an open mind that love is not bound to a specific gender.
10/10 Yes, I have become a fan of this series. Turned obsessed at Ep 3. You can watch it on Youtube - Affair The Series Uncensored.
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