So I saw a version 2.0 of episode 1 pop up on my YouTube recommended. Is there any difference? Is it just the two parts merged into 1? I haven’t started this yet so that’s why I’m asking. :)
Hmm. Thank you (sincerely) for answering. I do recall those things you mentioned; I guess I just got more focused on the other drama and developed tunnel vision, interpreted Eun Soo’s response differently than others (and assumed she denied it because she was in shock), and also couldn’t think of someone else with a motive (except for the friend, in trying to protect her if he stumbled in for some reason, even though he appears to be oblivious—but he could be faking).
So I’m seeing a lot of comments about figuring out who the real killer is. Did I miss something stating or indicating that Eun Soo didn’t kill her husband? I thought we were to infer it was self-defense.
ETA: I’ve now finished ep 11 and see where Ji Min is discussing a different culprit, but I don’t remember seeing this emphasized before (but I saw comments about this from before, so that’s where I was coming from). I just assumed Eun Soo was shocked and didn’t want to admit the killing in self-defense and/or the domestic violence. But there definitely could have been something I forgot.
And yet this is rated 7.4 while the Oxygen has an 8.6. I do not understand. I suspect that younger viewers don't…
Ahh well certainly not all Gameboy fans are like that, but some of the downright ugly hate and vitriol I’ve seen in comments merely because someone didn’t like the show or criticized it is very off-putting. I’m also just not a fan of some people stating their belief that Gameboys is the best BL ever as fact rather than opinion (though this happens with numerous dramas across multiple genres). Again, it’s not everyone, but enough to kind of leave a bad taste in my mouth. :(
I can also definitely see and appreciate how Pearl is a realistic representation. She did remind me of some of my Hispanic girlfriends who are flamboyant and over the top like her, so I was thinking it may be the benefit of coming from a culture that’s naturally more colorful and vibrant, unlike my generally boring WASP one lol (not trying to be rude or offensive, just observations I’ve picked up). I do love how supportive she was if Gav and Cairo; I just wish she was a little more toned down about it in the drama haha.
I am with you. I am liking this thus far. Fiat's characters is interesting and I actually like the dynamic between…
Yesss Fiat’s character has so much potential for an interesting backstory and plot line, so I’m really excited to see where they take it. I can’t recall having a lead like him in a BL before. Agree about the others. I think the main leads are pretty decent, certainly not the worst we’ve seen but room for improvement here and there. But man, that sad puppy dog look Win/Pai gives his parents when they seem disappointed in him....right in the feels.
Ok update bc I’m now caught up. Yeahhhhh Judah’s kind of a prat lol.
Oh, I should clarify then. When I wrote this comment it was up to episode 5 haha so before that health scare incident. I was referring more to Judah’s sense of entitlement, taking photos of Rocky and uploading them without his permission, insisting on courting Rocky after that offer was declined, etc. Which I totally get his characterization; I understand the character they created and really appreciate this more realistic and diverse ML. And Kyo is doing an excellent job portraying those traits and qualities and growth. But like I said, love-hate with that one lol
I'm on ep 1 and I already don't like him. I don't know what it is about him
I just started too and I think it’s because he’s a little sassy and pretentious lol. I’m guessing he’s rich based on something Rocky said in ep 1, and I definitely see that sheltered, entitled air about him (at least, based on the first two eps that are the only ones I’ve seen as of writing this haha). Take, for example, his reaction to the representative choice for his school faculty.
Just started this and although I find Judah to be a little sassy and pretentious at times, this attitude also makes me LOL. Reading the comments, I think it’s gonna be a love-hate relationship I have with him. I do like, though, that he’s a little more effeminate than what we usually get in BL leads. Yay for diversity.
Right. I wonder if it’s because the serious scenes are almost always juxtaposed with scenes that have terrible,…
Your last paragraph made me LMAO. Yeah it was more hectic than anything haha. Also, I don’t associate Zumba specifically with the Phillipines so if that their goal, I wish they would have chosen something a little more cultural, or at least a prettier location. So maybe your number 3 option is closest lol
That’s interesting about the sponsorship! Man the possibilities they could have had to show off Filipino culture and views.
I’m kinda surprised people aren’t talking more about that thumb kiss lol. I don’t really care one way or the other, but boy was it a hot topic in the comments when people thought the same happened in 2gether lol (no shade btw just an observation)
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ETA: I’ve now finished ep 11 and see where Ji Min is discussing a different culprit, but I don’t remember seeing this emphasized before (but I saw comments about this from before, so that’s where I was coming from). I just assumed Eun Soo was shocked and didn’t want to admit the killing in self-defense and/or the domestic violence. But there definitely could have been something I forgot.
I can also definitely see and appreciate how Pearl is a realistic representation. She did remind me of some of my Hispanic girlfriends who are flamboyant and over the top like her, so I was thinking it may be the benefit of coming from a culture that’s naturally more colorful and vibrant, unlike my generally boring WASP one lol (not trying to be rude or offensive, just observations I’ve picked up). I do love how supportive she was if Gav and Cairo; I just wish she was a little more toned down about it in the drama haha.
That’s interesting about the sponsorship! Man the possibilities they could have had to show off Filipino culture and views.