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Heart-Wrenching Effects of Suicide on Your Loved Ones
I do not watch a lot of these types of dramas where it deals with your psyche, death, suicide, etc. Anything that may just feel heavy, I can do in a 2-hour movie, but never in a drama. I do not know what compelled me to watch this drama, but it was such a beautiful drama. I have never cried like this since I watched Iljimae. Also, I watched this drama approximately 1.5 years ago, so the details and review may not be as accurate as what I recall or felt. I will try to spoil as little as possible since there are not many episodes.
STORY (spoilers from episode one)
As we know, this is about Tonmai seeing his dead sister who has committed suicide. From the get-go, we see Thannam commit suicide and Tonmai is born. 17 years later, Tonmai is a grown teenager and he has yet to celebrate his birthdays. At 17 years old, he finally gets to celebrate his first birthday. He has a loving mother and a father who is present but emotionally distant. With much thought from his dad, he receives his sister’s old room that has been locked up for 17 years. The story starts to unravel when Tonmai starts to see Thannam. When her story gets told, we start to see what led to her suicide and how suicide affected everyone around her. Through this supernatural experience, all the characters finally receive some sort of closure that they have been seeking.
Any form of relationships that you have created in life is an important steppingstone. Your friends, family, teachers, neighbors, etc. They are all involved with you and how your life can proceed in one way or another. I think a good takeaway from the drama is to love fully, let go of your grudges/negativity, and communicate efficiently so that you have no regrets.
ACTING/CAST/CHARACTERS (minor spoilers)
PLUEM as Tonmai was wonderful. This was the first of his work that I have seen him in. Tonmai was left out in the dark about the past and his father does not treat him with affection. Even though his mother loves him, he finally gets to experience a happy and loving relationship when Thannam shows up in his life. I loved the supernatural aspect of this show and how Thanam was able to use his body. It made me laugh and cry so much!
PUSH was phenomenal, as always. I admit I came into this show because of Push without expecting much from the plotline. We see his struggle getting over Thannam’s death and the plot twist on his character surprised me.
MILD was also a new actress for me. She is so cute, pretty, and her acting fits her role as the ball of sunshine so well. I was not surprised that she uses her smile to hide her depression and hardships. Her character was the most pitiful one for me. As a young girl, it must be so hard for her character to go through so much. She always felt like she was not wanted and so she went to the one place where she would be. I never understood why she would choose the lake (she did explain) but after experiencing Thailand myself, I found that the water is warm. She was seeking warmth and so she chooses to end her life in a place where she could feel the warmth. That just broke my heart even more.
Honorable mentions to the other casts and the characters they fulfilled: CHAYT, ORN, and UNCLE TAI
MUSIC
I do not recall the music being much of an add on to the drama. I was more focused on the storyline and the acting.
RE-WATCH VALUE
Yes, I would re-watch this. At one point in the drama, it felt a tad drawn out, like one episode drawn out. However, I think the storyline was well written and to the point.
OVERALL
If you are planning to watch this, get a box of tissues and your cry face ready! If you have already watched it, let me know what your favorite scenes were! I can still vividly recall all of my favorite scenes.
Before you leave, if you are in the United States and you or someone you know is suicidal, call National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
If you just want someone to talk to about anything, you can feel free to send me a message. I am not an expert, but if you need a friend, then I am here! I am quite introverted, and I am not so good at talking, but I’m a great listener!
STORY (spoilers from episode one)
As we know, this is about Tonmai seeing his dead sister who has committed suicide. From the get-go, we see Thannam commit suicide and Tonmai is born. 17 years later, Tonmai is a grown teenager and he has yet to celebrate his birthdays. At 17 years old, he finally gets to celebrate his first birthday. He has a loving mother and a father who is present but emotionally distant. With much thought from his dad, he receives his sister’s old room that has been locked up for 17 years. The story starts to unravel when Tonmai starts to see Thannam. When her story gets told, we start to see what led to her suicide and how suicide affected everyone around her. Through this supernatural experience, all the characters finally receive some sort of closure that they have been seeking.
Any form of relationships that you have created in life is an important steppingstone. Your friends, family, teachers, neighbors, etc. They are all involved with you and how your life can proceed in one way or another. I think a good takeaway from the drama is to love fully, let go of your grudges/negativity, and communicate efficiently so that you have no regrets.
ACTING/CAST/CHARACTERS (minor spoilers)
PLUEM as Tonmai was wonderful. This was the first of his work that I have seen him in. Tonmai was left out in the dark about the past and his father does not treat him with affection. Even though his mother loves him, he finally gets to experience a happy and loving relationship when Thannam shows up in his life. I loved the supernatural aspect of this show and how Thanam was able to use his body. It made me laugh and cry so much!
PUSH was phenomenal, as always. I admit I came into this show because of Push without expecting much from the plotline. We see his struggle getting over Thannam’s death and the plot twist on his character surprised me.
MILD was also a new actress for me. She is so cute, pretty, and her acting fits her role as the ball of sunshine so well. I was not surprised that she uses her smile to hide her depression and hardships. Her character was the most pitiful one for me. As a young girl, it must be so hard for her character to go through so much. She always felt like she was not wanted and so she went to the one place where she would be. I never understood why she would choose the lake (she did explain) but after experiencing Thailand myself, I found that the water is warm. She was seeking warmth and so she chooses to end her life in a place where she could feel the warmth. That just broke my heart even more.
Honorable mentions to the other casts and the characters they fulfilled: CHAYT, ORN, and UNCLE TAI
MUSIC
I do not recall the music being much of an add on to the drama. I was more focused on the storyline and the acting.
RE-WATCH VALUE
Yes, I would re-watch this. At one point in the drama, it felt a tad drawn out, like one episode drawn out. However, I think the storyline was well written and to the point.
OVERALL
If you are planning to watch this, get a box of tissues and your cry face ready! If you have already watched it, let me know what your favorite scenes were! I can still vividly recall all of my favorite scenes.
Before you leave, if you are in the United States and you or someone you know is suicidal, call National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
If you just want someone to talk to about anything, you can feel free to send me a message. I am not an expert, but if you need a friend, then I am here! I am quite introverted, and I am not so good at talking, but I’m a great listener!
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