Dive, it is worth it

I began watching this because it was about diving, I always love watching shows about things I dear not do. What began as just another sports show for me quickly became so endearing, I was taken on a roller coaster of emotions all the while keeping pace with the diving team. The times they won, the times they lost, the times they got drunk because of the pain... (They got drunk a lot...) Dedication to the craft and to each other helped them to find a way and they had to find a way quite often. One obstacle to the next that literally seemed never ending. I think Ari wrote "No tears left" after watching this series. The obsessions and the borderline crazy had me all over the place but his eventual state had me broken; standing right there with Witte wanting to slap somebody.

The team dynamics which appeared like a family; their dedicated to help each other make their dreams come true, to help each other become stronger, to save each other no matter the cost. Coach Yu was more of a mother to them than some of their actual mothers (yes I being petty because you left him, be glad I didn't call your name), she wanted the best for her team, but was never willing to risk them to achieve it. A true gem, especially in contrast to the other coaches that are present within the series, not that they are bad; just that they aren't her.

Witte and Bailong made this show everything that it is, a lot of persons were upset that this wasn't a BL but I never expected it to be. The story wasn't new but these characters and actors made it worth the while to watch. Their relationship progression was simply one of the best parts of the series, never seeming forced nor unrealistic. Going from foes, to chasing each other to another country. Their bromance was a whirlwind and I was living for it, you know the actors are good when you can see their emotions in every worried glance at each other. I know they are billed as perfect partners, but it was so true. When you care enough about someone to risk losing them to make sure they are alive and well, you have truly found something real. I am glad I got to see them hug for real at least once because they honestly deserve it.

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Give me more... Please. I'll send you a fruit basket

This series began so strong with the main couple.... but Mostly unnecessary mellow drama that really could be better. The main couple didn't carry this series, they actually became annoying rather quickly. Their lacklustre acting didn't help in making me like them either. Also, when serious things happen and people are worried, they don't flip off that switch so easily.

Bhon Duen (only listing them first because)
Swore this was one of the most unhealty relationships I have seen in a BL, maybe in my top 5. The unnecessary drama wasn't even entertaining. I have seen tug boats drag less things than Bhon dragged Duen in this series. If you have to be jealous of everyone, you really should find a rock to be your potential BF. There is a line between teasing and just being a muccumflow, it was crossed toooo many times. If anyone I had to be interested in had to say sorry so many times for the same thing, I'd be looking for a new interest.


Ram... King... Ram King... King Ram... Honestly was the only reason I kept watching, they were the saving grace of this series. Their characters were so interesting and their relation to each other was magic. This had mostly to do with their acting skills, because Ram's character spoke volumes without actually saying much. The fact that King was able to understand all that was going on with him, but respect him enough to actually just support him without trying to change him. It was literally a breath of fresh air every-time they were on screen. Their commitment to helping each other without looking for anything in returned, just kept me wanting more, not just from them but for them, but that text at the end between them have me waiting....
I would love for season two to focus on them. Also their relationships with their respective siblings are goals, especially Ram and his little brother. Truly warmed my heart to see them interact.


Another breath of fresh air within this series, simply because of the romantic tension I see in my head between these two. Thara is super sweet and caring like a Dr. should be, but he is a lil obsessed with his pet lizzard, which makes him even more adorable every-time he tells someone about it. Frong is a little high strung because of the situations that exist, but I am glad he met Dr. Thara, may be a few injections will make him happy, as oppose to the paracetamol. There relationship was simple and not aggressive at all. It made me want to see where they will end up. The times their paths crossed were filled with other factors that made me wonder what was really being felt for each other. I hope I find out for sure in season 3. because I know they love each other. I said it, make it so wirters. MAKE IT SO.

(The besties)
They were a lovely to watch and wonder about. I felt Mek's struggle though, because that closet door, spoke volumes about his love. Anything else I say would be a spoiler.

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Perfection

If a series can make me believe the love between two people so much that I didn't even notice such a major detail of a relationship never once happened, before that lift (elevator) door closed at the last episode. This is too much emotions. Honestly need a season two with Wataya and Fujisaki being the focus.

Story - This was magnificent. Very unique story based on a superstition, added so much depth to the developing story. Never has someone's thoughts been so moving, allowing us to realise and understand how much Kurosawa genuinely loved Adachi. The small details that were written into Kurosawa's reasons for liking Adachi was moving. The level of commitment to just being able to just be happy with nothing but Adachi smile. Their interactions and Adachi general behaviour had me in stiches most of the time. This was written so well to have the nervousness of a new and unfamiliar interaction come to life in these characters, they really captured an introvert trying to be normal and in love.
Fujisaki was also a refreshing site to see in a bl, where she actually gave up her love for someone else to be happy, one of the best friends anyone can have. She and Wataya were so perfect in that final scene.

Acting - This was phenomenal performance by the two main leads and their subsequent friends. I swear Adachi had me convinced that he is a 30 year old virgin. His awkward interactions, his nervous behaviour, his introverted dementor and the moments when he broke out of it to help his friends. Everything was perfect. Kurosawa literally made me wish he was a real person, every smile, every glance, every touch... Lived in his eyes, filled with his love and his pain.

A very small but important thing to note is the fact that they never came out in the office nor pretty much to their friends at work.

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I know there is one last episode to be aired before this ends, but I don't think it will change my mind about the series.

Love area 2 picks up where the last one left off, and while it is a lovely place to start, they really didn't improve the story any. To me it just fell into a safe place where the romance was there, hot an steamy, but most of the melodrama was not needed for the plot to grow.

The side story of King was probably the best part of this chapter, while he didn't get much screen time, when he did get time. He was the best thingy since pink milk. His acting skills brought the character to life, while King's story exemplified the hard truth about some love-lives. It was masterful to watch his story unfold. His friends also stole the show, because they went the full nine yards for him. That literally was the best thing about season 2.
Non deserved sooooo much better than what he got. While I understood where he stood in everyone's lives. He was such an amazing person to Kaitoon and while it may have been because of some romantic feelings for him... Kaitoon literally never was nice to him. Who would setup such a sweet person soo many times. Not to mention even after all the horid treatment, Non was still an amazing person to him. I mean hats off to you sir, you got a heart of gold. You deserve better.

Valen didn't exactly change for the better, which was disappointing. While he was very sweet and kind, it seemed more "means to an end" than a "I really love you." No one was more stubborn and ridiculous with his logic than him. which upset me greatly, I mean come now nah man, ask a question once in a while. You don't always have to be so controlling, that isn't cute.

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Masterpiece

They honestly couldn't have done any better with this series. The story was well written, the acting was superb, the music complimented every emotion, the series is a masterpiece. Their are very few shows that can draw you in with a slow burn of just pure emotions. From their first meeting I could not believe how simple, but effectively written their meeting was. Complemented beautifully by some amazing acting, where the chemistry could be felt from the TV. Sea and Jimmy had me from the moment he made his come for his ID. The perfect setup for the rollercoaster to come.

They took such a sensitive situation and they did it with so much realism and respect. The main characters handled their parts so well and the very important sub-characters that normalised what they have to live with just by being in their lives. It was very well done, showing all the facets of how one problem affects everyone in various ways, even if it isn't your problem. Nothing was hard and fast, the buildup moving through every emotion was a treat, I felt like I lived in his triumphs, his failures, his fear, his disappointments. I didn't love every moment of it, but I loved every moment of it. Love, fear, heartache, sacrifice and growth are all parts of life and they surely displayed this during the series. Even though most of the series was on the aftermath of an incident, having all the back stories perfectly timed and placed made everything even more memorable.

The chemistry between all of the cast was a delight, the reveal of the cause was simple but I got a deeper understanding of why the brothers dynamics was so raw in the beginning. Having Night's pain be felt with every interaction he had with Day, only to find out why it was so painful made their relationship mean so much more to me. He is truly a great big brother, despite his mistakes. Their mother, was exactly that, their mother. She didn't always have a good display of balance between caring for her children, but that is understandable given the circumstances, doesn't make it okay, but she tried and got better at it towards the end. Though it was simply beef stew, at least she remembered it was two children she needs to always show love to.

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it was fine

I started to watch this show because it is based on a BL, but even though I never really got to see the BL it was still very well done. The two main characters don't have a story that hasn't been done before, however, the pacing was done so well that it still was refreshing and believable. They started off at a very slow pace of just general hate for each other but Yuan Yang back story of why he is so untrusting of people claiming to want to help him, was actually heart-breaking, but so simple. Their little war is very entertaining to watch as Gu Qing Pei genuinely wants to help Yuan Yang but Yuan Yang is such a mess that he can't even accept it. On the other hand Yuan Yang has some of the most ride or die friends I have ever seen in a series, those boys were on point from start to finish. Their methods may not have been the best but they are the best to him. They lil stupid though, but nobodies perfect.
While we never get to see a real romance between the two male leads, they do have a pretty good bromance and in the end it seems like it did overcome all, with some limitations.

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Perfect - A must watch

This movie was worth the time I spent watching it. Despite maintaining the innocence of the characters, their development seemed natural. The lack of teen drama in this teen drama was sooooo refreshing, taking me on a ride I didn't know I needed. The cinematography wasn't epic, but it did set the scenes extreme well. The candle light scene being my favourite, and even though there were many moments where I thought they were going to ruin it with a useless sex scene, it never came. Just playful banter between the two male leads and silly antics from the supporting friends, and when I say supporting friends, I mean, SUPPORTING friends. You will know what I mean when the scene comes on, because no matter what happens, they are still friends and even if he has no one else, it is something he can depend on. The progression was well done and I appreciated seeing the characters grow into love, without realising it.

The casts' acting was on point throughout and while their were no major scene for truly top of the line acting to be showcased, the entire cast did very well. Their chemistry lead me to believe that these were a real group of friends. The laughs, the foolery, the concern, the love, ain't nothing better than the wholesome relationships that existed here.

One more thing... They (his friends) shouldn't have been trying so hard to push them together or get him to admit something that he wasn't ready to admit. The wrong thing done for the correct reason is still the wrong thing, but I will give them credit for not pushing to hard.

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This is actually a decent BL story, only because of Fighter and Tutor. Their story line was a bit more complex than the average one but not totally unique. Their personality and interactions, however, is what made them a perfect match. While they are in school and still have to figure out who they are, they actually help each other to understand each other without forcing anyone to be anything that they are not ready to be. The "will they, won't they" nature of their relationship had me guessing throughout the entire series, which kept me engaged and the relationship felt quite natural. It wasn't rushed, nor filled with numerous cliches.
Saifah and Zon were also a beautiful side couple, their relationship was so innocent and light. Their build up was also well paced and didn't feel rushed. The thing I liked most is the innocence of their relationship, because they were just friends that had to cross paths a lot. Friendly and courteous but still had some fight in them to resist each other.

Their were some rubbish people in this series that invaded people privacy and it was never addressed, but they were minor. One of my biggest pet peeves is that writers seem to think that every guys response to rejection is to try and force themselves onto someone. Please stop that rubbish, that IS NOT a natural response for normal people. Anger and even rage maybe a better response, but they don't turn into rapist.

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Something to ride home about

This show opened with one of the most heart-breaking and upsetting moments I have ever seen in a movie. Where children are forced to register as suspected homosexuals, I swear. Not to mention they were sent to a military camp... Gay, straight or alien, bishhhh, you will have to kill me and anyone that is friends with me because you can't take them neither. MAKE MEH CARE

The story takes place in a time when homosexuality was obviously taboo to the point of it being a crime. In this we find the two main actors who literally became friends by accident and became close enough to wonder if they are just friends. The story progresses through a series of moments that are simply beautiful for anyone to experience together, I mean anyone in any type of relationship should have these moments, the cinematography wasn't top-notch but it was still captivating to see the simple yet beautiful moments these two friends shared. I loved how they were allowed to remain innocent throughout their entire screen time with some clear fan service up in the mix. They got on with being two teenage boys loving each other's company, doing what teenage boys do without being typical sex addict portrayals.

Love and family also had a good contrast here, where emotions run high and things happen and things are said that may not be true but are meant within the moment. In the heights of the drama (pun intended) everyone starts to wonder what really exists between them and one thing that leads to another results in an actually heart-breaking disagreement between the two boys. If teachers were really responsible for the mayhem that ensues, WOW you all need a jump-kick or two. However, this was not the worst part, the worst part was Dew never making it to the Phop in time. I was honestly lost for a little while during the story, but when that flashback came, I wished I was still in the dark about what happened.

These actors did an amazing job and some of their best scenes happened to involve a telephone... It made me celebrate, it made me cry, right along with them. All the actors did a great job and I believed in their story so much that I had to yell at the screen a few times. The ending wasn't what I had hoped for, but the story was worth the watch.

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Just watch for Li Chen and Mu Ren

At first I thought this was going to be an awesome show and it mostly was. It is filled with handsome guys that might like each other and some girls that actually nice to look at and they don't have any toxic "lets hip them together" attitudes. The plot was very simple but brilliantly executed. Most of the lead characters had jobs, which was a huge brake from the school boy drama (though I love them) and they had great chemistry with each other. It could have been so sweet if it was just about Li and Mu.

Li Chen and Mu Ren had such a fun and healthy relationship that I actually was wondering if they were ever pretending to be together. It seemed so natural for them to be together, they literally balanced each other like light and dark. Their comedic timing, their witty banter, their general love hate relationship had me rolling for most of the serious. I can see how they ended up confused about each other in the end, because their love for each other ran deep and I think they only realised it when they began their fake date...

However, Fu Yong Jie and Xing Si were literally the heights of toxicity and it was attempted to be shown as love. Xing Si is a total crazy and we all know he inherited that from his mother. What sort of mother encourages their son to do something like that to another human bean? Also who tries to brush something like rape off as a minor thing. Having these two characters end up together in any capacity was a huge mistake. No human in their right mind should have to be put through this, especially by someone that claims to love them soooooo much.

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Almost perfect

Firstly, let me say, if anyone lets social media rule their life this much, is best you don't be on social media. The level of cyber bullying that was never addressed is ridiculous. Lets not even get started on the stalking that was displayed from those fan fiction page owners (affectionately called "Shippers"), why weren't they charged? nor beaten even just a bit for being so atrocious.
Something I really loved about this story is how he loved him even before he changed. All of the random photos he had of him before his "make over" made his love real. They had romance and mystery, with the introduction of "a guy from a nearby faculty" (might be the wrong name, but you'll figure it out), His introduction as the only friend to Pi was brilliant to me, because of the complexity and dedication it brought to the main character in the story of their love. The main and sub characters had such great chemistry together, appearing to really be a band of old friends that grew up together. Pi and Duean had one of the best brothers relationship I have seen in a BL. They were perfect siblings, supporting and caring for each other in literally all aspects. Their parents also had a good relationship with their children, accepting them for who they are and never seeming to be judgemental of their decisions.

The brilliance of fighting for a love just to avoid who you really love played off quite well, as it was explained to not just be an emotional or mental thing to be in love, but a physical thing... get your mind out of the gutter... the only physical thing they have in this show is the checking of each others heart rate. I love a show that doesn't depict every BL relationship as being simply about sex because we like each other. The playful interaction between the main couple and the side couple, which just happens to be another set of brothers, was really sweet.

They also tackled some serious issues of "No means no" and "I can't help but be me" adding to the authenticity of the characters. They didn't just switch-up who they are, they realised mistakes, took responsibilities and made amends. They literally took the effects of cyberbullying and had the main character overcome it and while he didn't need to change his look to make that boy love him, it was amazing to see how much he overcame. Topped off only with the fact that in the end he embraced his old self marking his final bit of growth in acceptance of himself. Proving that we should never be ashamed of where we came from because it shows how much we have grown.

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Worth the watch

This show brought a mix of crime and romance. Though most crime is a result of a romance gone bad this series gave it new life. It was funny, emotional and compelling. The plot was simple enough where basically crime happens and the police solves it. The interesting thing to me about this series is that everything made sense.

Every motive, every deduction, every conviction... They were all logical thought out and the investigative procedure made sense. Nothing seemed made-up or a stretch from logical and chemical reasoning. The crimes were all well written and didn't fall under the regular crime drama means, though the motives were usually basic. The execution is always a thrill. Hats off to the writers, they did an excellent job of writing the crime stories and they even put in some amazing dynamics between the main characters. The background family dynamics was also a nice touch to the overall story. Having gangs and political influences and pull made the characters more well rounded and complimented the story where it had to, building most of them to a well rounded "oh so that is why you are so" level.

Lu Yao and Qiao Chusheng, are the two male leads in this series, and their chemistry was amazing from the first to the last episode. Even though it seemed like a basic work arrangement, the development into something more could be seen, without it ever been spoken. Their bromance can only be summed up by the last Episode... But You don't kill for just anyone, but for your brother... lets start a war if you try to take him from me. The ending wasn't anything to write home about to be honest, but getting their made it worth the wait.

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Interestingly Lovely

Literally just finished watching this and I don't know how I feel to be honest.

The ending felt somewhat abrupt for lack of a better was of saying it, but the build-up to the ending I guess just made me want some clarity on where they would end up. Now don't get me wrong, this series was 8 episodes and based on one of the most intriguing concepts that I have ever come across in life. I literally had to research to see if Probes were a real existence for monochromatic persons. Though it wasn't a long series, I honestly felt like the story wasn't rushed. The way they met was simple and cute ,no clichés, which was nice. The concept of Mono and Probe was fascinating and the decisions made because of the negative side effects of being one or the other had me heartbroken to be honest. Like why should love be so complicated and is any of it really love because as they mentioned. Love and obsession seem to be dancing a lot in this scenario. The length of it may have contributed to my inability to decide if this was really good, because I couldn't fully immerse myself in their "romance" as it left me wanting more. but that maybe a sign of a good thing.

None the less, it was still very nice to watch the story of these two young men develop and the struggle of trying to stay true to not becoming something that you hate or being happy was endearing to watch. The two main actors had enough chemistry between them to make the fight or flight dynamic seem real, but that reveal at the end on the probes part was a lil bit much.

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Parting is such sweet sorrow

This is a familiar storyline with a familiar premise, however, the execution is always what we want to see. They did it well... The share number of secret crushes that are present, it is no wonder things turned out soo crazy.

Gao Shi de and Zhou Shu Yi, were written to have that perfect relationship, whether it is romantic or not. Gao Shi de really did care immensely about Zhou. Zhou has a childish charm to him that is undeniably endearing, it makes you want to see him happy. Equally endearing is Gao, who is totally have with just the presence of the one he likes being near. I think that fuelled my love for the characters, the fact that he didn't need the love to be returned, once the other party was happy.

The acting was top notch, especially during that bridge scene, it is a must see. The chemistry between them was great to see between not only the two leads, but their friends. They were all relationship goals, as well as, Shi De and his mother have such a healthy relationship. Parting is such sweet sorrow and the music touched on every bit of sorrow... and the other emotions as well. It simply added to a scene without being distracting, which made me feel even more. The ending just had me bawling.
Overall, this was a great series and I await too see more of it.


Side note: Some of the best make out scenes in a BL.

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Beautiful

He's coming to me had me sceptical at first, because it is about a ghost and a human. So I was thinking that there is no way this story can end well. However, the main leads were cute, so I watched it anyways. I was not disappointed at all, their story captivated me, even though I suspected the sad ending. I didn't know how much it would hurt my heart after watching them and getting lost in their innocence.
The chemistry between Mes and Thun was undeniable, the moment they met again, lets just say the chocolate he brought for him wasn't even half as sweet. They gave a great acting performance with their roles, equally as good were the performances done by Golf and Prince. They are definitely the best friends everyone should have. Supportive and honest in every action they had towards each other, even when angry. Complimented by Praif as the only female within the group and the source of a pretty sweet love triangle. Adding a little to the drama but never taking away from what is meant to be. The story of their relationship progressed from pity to magic and I have never been so glad for magic. Taken on a journey of a boy and a ghost to figure out a mystery, watching their happiness and their sadness was worth the roller-coaster, because in the end we would all fall off anyway, because we know one of them is already a ghost.
While the reveal of why he couldn't reincarnated was actually very underwhelming, seeing the relationship of all the main and supporting characters was heart-warming. The relationship between Thun and his mom was one of the best we could have asked for, such a marvellous role and the reveal of why she doesn't like cemeteries was a nice touch. The final scenes will be hard but totally worth watching.

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