This movie felt like a Frankenstein's monster of movie ideas that the writer even lost track of-flying guillotines (1975 movie), a compass that doesn't point north (Pirates of the Caribbean), Fire Benders and Water Benders, a Tiger Gargoyle(?), and as always in these types of movies there's a glowing orb of destiny. Finally, I honestly thought at one point they might quote, "One ring to rule them all and in the darkness bind them." (LOTR) Making everything more confusing because of new censor requirements the writer had to do some writing gymnastics to not use mythological characters making the monsters wanting to take over the world aliens instead. This movie included a lot of CGI characters. There might have been a love triangle or square but that was also not made clear.
The cast was very likeable and did a good job with what they had to work with. Ridiculous as it seems, I enjoyed the ride they took me on even if I didn't understand it half the time. Fortunately, the movie focused more on the human characters than on the creatures. The story all boiled down to the old end of the world ploy that the band of heroes had to find a way to divert. Not a great movie by any stretch of the imagination but not completely worthless in terms of entertainment value either.
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"I just want people to 'like' me. Is that so wrong?"
Based on the view count, fan-made music videos that followed, and the number of 'Following' on the actress' Instagram that seemingly skyrocketed (I read that from the comments on youtube), this short film definitely succeeded in going viral. Production-wise, you can see that they put a lot of thoughts and effort into making this one. They flew to Japan to film this, and the cinematography and illustration proved its production value. It's nice to look at, and the music is very good as well.
Everyone (in the comments on youtube) agrees to the same idea that the story contains a good message about how you should value your beauty and self-worth from within – that is, if you totally disregard the fact that it's a commercial for a skin care clinic. One of the top comments on the official video said that the skin care clinic logo at the end was like a "slap in the face". "You fell for it, sucker. Now come on down and get your meteorite face fixed."
I'm disagreeing with that point completely. The main message as I see it is to actually care about your beauty "in real life" as opposed to wanting to be "liked" online by using apps to fix your face. If you look at it that way, and maybe watch it again, you'll see that the message is really there, but somehow the majority is not getting it. Either way, both points are still solid. Besides that brand logo at the end, they didn't cooperate the brand into this short film at all.
For me, it's doing well as a short film. The fact that this lacks the quality of being a "Thai" production, though, is a bit too bad.
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One of gmmtv’s best bl
This is one of gmmtv’s best if not best bl. Mix did such a good job for his first lead role in a series. Wasn’t the BEST acting, prob where mix can improve is his crying scenes. Seems like he has a tough time finding that spot to start his water works but other than that, for his first lead role he did amazing. The music is always on point. And can I give props to the kids. They did a great job! The cinematography was really a step up in this series compared to other gmmtv’s bl series. Story in this is really nice and different. Because it’s different it’s nice and refreshing. Not too sure on the rewatch ability on this series but having said that, you def have to watch this. Won’t be disappointedWas this review helpful to you?
Acting/Cast: I said in the last one that I loved Fujiwara Tatsuya and Matsuyama Kenichi as Light and L, and that definitely didn't change while watching this movie.
Toda Erika got more time in this one, as was expected, and I liked her in her role as Misa as well. In the manga/anime, my opinion on Misa always varied. I'd love her one second and then really dislike her the next. Toda Erika managed to make it so I was a Misa fan from start to finish.
Music: Again, I don't remember much of the music in this movie. The only song I can remember, other than the suspenseful music they sometimes tossed in, was a RHCP song.
Rewatch Value: I scored it one higher than the first movie because, like I said, I definitely enjoyed this one more.
Overall: Overall, I loved it. The ending in the manga had me kind of sad. The ending in the anime had me crying. The ending of the movie actually had me bawling.
My only complaint with this movie, other than that damn RHCP song, is that it seemed a little anticlimactic. The ending felt like it was too fast at times, and then too slow at times, but in the end, it was still anticlimactic.
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to start with, i don't have any expectations when i start watching. But because of the comedy, the unique characters, and dinners i keep on watching.Tang Fan character is just my favorite kind, the clumsy, prodigy & eats a lot. Well his character got weakened somehow in last few episodes, which really bothers me, but at least it doesn't happen for too long.
Sui Zhou, the dubbing for his character bothers me the most. but i got used to it. I really like the bromance he had with Tang Fan. He's great leader, cook, and almost all the girls had crush on him (including me)
Wang Zhi, i can't take my eyes from him he's just really cute. He also got a good character development. At first i was confused by his actions, i can't really see which side he was on. But then, I was amazed by how loyal he is to the Emperor and Empress. His character wasn't even 20 and already that smart, i truly can't relate.
Case solving was really fun and it's connected one and another. The comedic timing is perfect, it's truly Jackie Chan's styled.
Side characters like Dong'Er, Pei Huai, DoEr La, was great too. their teamwork with the trio ML was great. My favorite scenes is when they all eating together and when Tang Fan goes undercover (i still can't get over it (≧▽≦))
There are no annoying character, beside the villains.
i really love the cinematography, i could see that they really put effort into it. The fighting scenes were nicely choreograph too! I didn't pay much attention to the music, but the ones in the intro and outro were good.
However the editing on first few episodes were a mess. The characters were still talking but it's suddenly cuts to outro. Also the episodes were incoherent, they're almost not connected at all. And the storyline got weakened during ep 20 to 30's, i guess that's inevitable since there's 48 episodes.
I really, really, love the ending.
I didn't cry, it just makes me crave for another season.
If you could tolerate plot holes and lots of eating scenes then i recommend you this drama.
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I loveeeeee it!
OMG! Don’t really know how to review it here since i’m not good in English, my native language isn’t included in the list, but i try.. :D I love this kind of drama, have already rewatched it twice.. Believe me, it’s worth watching, especially if you wanna have a good cry (i cried more in Siege in Fog, love that drama too). At least here, the couple had more sweet memorable times together compared to the couple in SIF, not to forget those 2 awesome sidekicks, love their brotherhood,.. and the OST, it’s so beautiful, i just can’t get enough.. ❤️❤️ For me, all the actions and behaviors of the characters in this drama are understandable, everyone has their own character, personality, obsession, pride, lack/wrong guidance that have made them irrational. They’re not as rational as us, the viewers :p .. so just enjoy the drama, and start appreciate and be grateful for what we’ve had now, be it love, freedom, peace, etc.. :D❤️I wish they had bonus scene for their reunion, give them happiness after all the suffering...
Give it a try.. :D❤️
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But Cupid and the forces of destiny have other, more magical plans in store for our heartbroken hero. We see him running away from Pla in one of the flashbacks in ep 1, while hiding he angrily watches Pla from afar, with a statue of Cupid right near him with his raised bow. Ultimately...the deep fixation Tai has for Pla-and in his anger of her...steams of desire will grow until he do force and blackmail her into marrying him. Love bloomed without neither of them really expecting in their course of fighting each other. Pla gives him the kiss that awakens him from his cloud of hatred and vengeance. It is such a intense but highly entertaining journey. They are lovers to be tested in this long sweet journey, but as Cupid wills it, "love conquers all".
Romance in "Love and Deception" really worked out for me because Pla and Tai were both interesting characters and together they fired up the screen. Their relationship developement was done and built very well.All props to the actors Chippy and Puen as well, its my first time watching them on-screen and they gave delightful performances. I totally loved the child-actor playing Tan as well, so cute! What i had most problem with this lakhorn was actually the editing. It was good sometimes, but very bad in some other cases which was very obvious in the start and end of this lakhorn.
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Voice Season 2: Generation of Disgust
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I am a big fan of Lee Jin Wook, and as usual, he never disappoints us in this drama. He just nailed it and stood out of his character as a “psychopath detective”. Some are comparing him with Jang Hyuk from season 1 which is very unnecessary for me. Acting-wise, he’s very capable and versatile.
Since this season has ended only for 12 episodes and season 3 is expecting to continue the cliff-hanging issues and unanswered questions, I could say story-wise, I was looking for something more, but still, I believe we can be able to know and understand the whole story, connect all the puzzles and enjoy the bloody fight to the next level of season 3.
Just be patient and see you soon
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A MUST WATCH DRAMA!
Finally! I just finished watching this drama today because of the subtitles.I waited a week for me to watch the last episode, LOL! If you're into the heavy or darker type of drama, this one is not for you. This drama is too light but addicting to watch. It's funny and sweet. I like how the lead actress act, It's too natural. I also enjoy the stories of the other couples here. They should have turned this drama into 16 episodes instead of having just 10. I really wish to see more of Ye Seul (Bo Mi) and Yoo Jin (Joo Woo Jae). This drama is really entertaining.
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Between Salvation and Ruin—Love Is the Final Key
This drama is far better than its ratings suggest. The story followed WuShuang, a revered goddess who descended into the mortal realm on a mission to retrieve the God’s Left Arm—an artifact of immense power that she had once forged for the Heavenly God TaiHe. Without it, TaiHe remained in a deathlike slumber. But the Arm had chosen a new master: Yuan Zhong, the high priest of the YouHu Clan, whose destiny had been rewritten the moment the Arm fused with him.Taking the Arm back would have meant killing Yuan Zhong—a man WuShuang once knew in his youth. Though he no longer remembered her, WuShuang still saw the goodness within him and vowed to protect him… even if it meant defying the heavens.
But time was running out.
HanNu, another goddess, sought the Arm to revive TaiHe—at any cost. Meanwhile, the vengeful War Demons hunted Yuan Zhong, seeking revenge after he annihilated their clan in a brutal massacre using the Arm’s power. And within his own people, betrayal brewed. DingXu, the cunning leader of the YouHu Clan, feared Yuan Zhong’s growing power—and coveted his blood for its life-extending properties.
Now pursued by gods, demons, and his own kin, Yuan Zhong stood on the edge of fate. His only hope lay with WuShuang, his loyal weapon spirits, and a small circle of steadfast allies.
Could he survive the storm of vengeance, ambition, and divine judgment? Or would the power that once served him now become his undoing?
As a longtime fan of both Tiffany Tang (Tang Yan) and Liu Xue Yi, I was absolutely delighted by their performances in this drama. Not only were they both incredibly good-looking, but they also brought a depth and sincerity to their roles that truly made the characters come alive. Their performance in The Legend of Xiao Chuo (Tiffany Tang) and In Blossom (Liu Xue Yi) impressed me, although these dramas were unfortunately also underrated. Their on-screen chemistry was electric—subtle in some moments, intense in others—and it anchored the entire story beautifully. Tang Yan, in her 40s, looked stunning throughout. While her natural elegance certainly played a big part, I must also give credit to the make-up team and cinematographer for capturing her at all the right angles.
The ensemble cast as a whole was strong, with every actor bringing their role to life convincingly. Special mention went to the four main supporting actors and actresses, who delivered standout performances and added emotional layers and tension to the unfolding drama.
The story itself was gripping—twisty, layered, and filled with unexpected developments. From the start, HanNu might have raised some suspicion, but her true motivations remained elusive until much later, which added to the intrigue. Refreshingly, the plot avoided the kind of illogical or cringeworthy moments that sometimes plagued similar fantasy dramas. Everything felt deliberate, grounded, and emotionally resonant.
Costume-wise, the designs were elegant and fitting for the tone of the drama. The sets were well-done, though the backdrop could have used a bit more variety. It felt at times like a mid-tier budget production, but that never compromised the storytelling or acting quality.
The ending was far from a fairytale. Of the two central couples, neither found a happy resolution. Yet, the finale left just enough openness to stir hope—perhaps one couple might reunite someday, if the one left behind chose to embrace divinity and wait across time for his love to return.
Overall, this was a drama that stayed with you. It might not have had the flashiest costumes or the grandest sets, but it more than made up for it with strong performances, compelling storylines, and emotional depth. Definitely worth watching.
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I think at the core of this drama, it's just a story of regular people supporting the people they love — early on, they mentioned the importance of a "cheer spirit" in doing cheer dance, but as the drama progresses you see how many forms this "cheer spirit" can have in real life outside of cheer dance. You can see how the girls came to develop a sense of cheer spirit that was crucial in their cheer dance. (By the way, it's interesting to note that in the final competition towards the end of the drama, the participating cheer dance teams were very courteous to each other and genuine in their support of each other's success. It was a refreshing thing to see, when normally you'd expect some rivals to be jerks. Hooray "cheer spirit"!)
As a fan of Tsuchiya Tao, it may be bias speaking, but I think she did a really great job on this drama. Her character, Fujitani Wakaba, initially doesn't seem very interesting and is often overshadowed by some of the other more eccentric characters in the ensemble. But as the story progresses, you get to peel her personality layer by layer to understand that she is more than just a cheerful simpleton. Another character I like is surprisingly, the Vice Principal (who is a father of a member of the team). His subplots with his daughter are some of my favourite moments in the drama. I also liked the character of Taro-sensei, the teacher in charge of the Cheer Dance club. I liked how his relationship with Wakaba was painted as a relationship of mutual respect, and how genuine he was in supporting the girls' dreams without any hint of lewd intentions. I was initially a bit wary about whether any romantic feelings would sprout between him and Wakaba (it's a genre Japan seems to be fond of lately after all) but I'm relieved that there was none of that kind of bullshit. His relationship with his wife and son was healthy and nice to watch too.
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The plot line sounds pretty average.Friends realising that at the end of the day they love each other.The drama is full of those cliches.Ex-boyfriends and Girlfriends..and other sub plots revolving around ageing and marriage but i utterly loved this drama
Berlin Chen as Li Da Ren is very handsome.He's the type of friend that any girl whould love to have.To share a can of beer over a broken heart.To be in his embrace over betrayal and to chat with him all day long and never getting bored of it.He's someone who's like a pillar of strength and that's what makes him oh so adorable
Ariel Lin is very pretty and more so here since i love her in dresses.she is not the typical dramaland heroine.She has a bad temper,is unbearable to handle and so whimsical at the same time.But she's also a workaholic who doesnt look at the time at all which is passing by.She's a career driven woman who's finally realising that life needs much more than a career and weekends spent with parents.She's feeling tht grey hairs are not to far and thats how our story follows.Frankly i wouldn't be able to handle or bear a person like her but Li Da Ren does evrything he can for this girl.They've been best friends and it shows as we follow them.They are so comfortable with each other that the heroine has taken him for granted almost
The chemitsry between the leads is good but this drama is more about friendship than love according to me.The music fits every frame and was very pleasant on the ears..:)
This drama does have its problems though.Through the first few episodes we see that Cheng You Qing needs Li Da Ren much more than he does.She's always,always asking him to be there for her while she's hardly ever there for him.Lot of time was wasted in her attraction towards her ex bf rather than focusing on the frendship.I also was too much frustrated with You Qing in the last episodes as i became to hate her there.I had hoped the writer would have given them more screen time as a couple but we kept on goin in circles and no together time was shown which is a shame since the leads look so good together.
watch it for the friedship where you'l wish you had a LI Da Ren in your life and i think the best kind of love is in friends turning to lovers so thts why i highly recommend this
cute,romantic and shows how badly we need a friend..:D
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i got the message, and i like it.
Here is my opinion~After all, i like this drama. I think this version is better than the original, isn't it? I won't talk about the cast, cause they're officially amazing. But i got this:
"Until we have it, we won't realize we want it or don't want it." This is a quote that i got from this drama, and makes me realize like–'ah, i got the key!'. This one just make me think that we are all just human, who wants everything more, more, and more, but with this quote we can think again about what actually we want or we need.
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