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6/10 controversial but trust your own opinion

6/10 controversial but trust your own opinion
I didn't watch this series for a very long time because I saw an immense amount of negative reviews, which I understand why people hated it. The acting isn't too great it's not horrible though) also, it's based off a story that is absolutely unhinged. The way that Day and Itt met each other was the most brutal and insane story ever, it makes sense why they didn't incorporate much of the beginning of Day and Itt's story in the series.
Despite this, I enjoyed it, this is because in the beginning Day and Itt are already in love. Yes, their relationship is very toxic. Day purposely spoiled Itt so he wouldn't want to live without him, and Itt is a big baby in the beginning who throws tantrums over small things like cake. The point is (for me) they both love each other so much, they are just broken and in need of constant reassurance. This is why Day spoils Itt and why Itt expects Day to put up with his tantrums. After Day loses his memory, Itt feels lots of guilt for being the reason for his accident, and he dedicates himself to taking care of Day despite Day having reverted back to the jerk he was before he met Itt. Their relationship is very complex and you have to fully understand each side in order to empathize.
I really enjoy the jealousy and the possessivness, but some of Days actions are very messed up. It takes a lot for Day to open his heart to Itt again.
Skipping all that, in the last episode when Day regains his memory I feel the reunion between them was weak. The actor for Itt is not too great at facial expressions or crying. It lacked emotion. Day and Itt finally are back on good terms and they ve grown so much trom this experience, changing who they were in the past and on to lead a healthier relationship.
This series isn't for everyone, especially the faint of heart.
You have to be okay with toxic and messy plots. It's not supposed to be a fluffy healthy love series. I was entertained, l ignored the bad acting parts, and I didn't hate it at all. Trust your own opinion.

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6/10 controversial but trust your own opinion

6/10 controversial but trust your own opinion
I didn't watch this series for a very long time because I saw an immense amount of negative reviews, which I understand why people hated it. The acting isn't too great it's not horrible though) also, it's based off a story that is absolutely unhinged. The way that Day and Itt met each other was the most brutal and insane story ever, it makes sense why they didn't incorporate much of the beginning of Day and Itt's story in the series.
Despite this, I enjoyed it, this is because in the beginning Day and Itt are already in love. Yes, their relationship is very toxic. Day purposely spoiled Itt so he wouldn't want to live without him, and Itt is a big baby in the beginning who throws tantrums over small things like cake. The point is (for me) they both love each other so much, they are just broken and in need of constant reassurance. This is why Day spoils Itt and why Itt expects Day to put up with his tantrums. After Day loses his memory, Itt feels lots of guilt for being the reason for his accident, and he dedicates himself to taking care of Day despite Day having reverted back to the jerk he was before he met Itt. Their relationship is very complex and you have to fully understand each side in order to empathize.
I really enjoy the jealousy and the possessivness, but some of Days actions are very messed up. It takes a lot for Day to open his heart to Itt again.
Skipping all that, in the last episode when Day regains his memory I feel the reunion between them was weak. The actor for Itt is not too great at facial expressions or crying. It lacked emotion. Day and Itt finally are back on good terms and they ve grown so much trom this experience, changing who they were in the past and on to lead a healthier relationship.
This series isn't for everyone, especially the faint of heart.
You have to be okay with toxic and messy plots. It's not supposed to be a fluffy healthy love series. I was entertained, l ignored the bad acting parts, and I didn't hate it at all. Trust your own opinion.

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Everyone Needed Therapy, Especially the Foxes

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(WARNING: Potential Spoilers — I’m Not Saving You from Any Emotional Damage)

This was one of those dramas that immediately grabbed my attention because the premise sounded cool.

Then Lee Dong Wook appeared on screen and suddenly my objectivity left the building.

The story follows Lee Yeon as he continues searching for the reincarnation of the woman he loved centuries ago, and quickly spirals into mythology, ancient grudges, family wounds, supernatural politics, and enough emotional suffering to keep everyone busy for sixteen episodes.

The FL is intelligent, capable, and actively involved in uncovering the mysteries surrounding her own life, while the ML carries centuries of grief and devotion that shape nearly every decision he makes, creating a romance built on fate, memory, and impossible waiting.

The supporting cast and side relationships add humor, heart, and emotional depth, making the world feel much larger than the central romance alone.

These types of dramas tend to rely heavily on their mythology and lore, and this one is no exception.

The folklore elements were some of my favorite parts of the entire show. Every supernatural creature, legend, and mythological reference helped make the world feel rich and lived-in rather than existing solely for plot convenience.

By the middle/end, I was fully invested in both the romance and the family dynamics.

Especially the family dynamics.

Because Kim Bum's Lee Rang spends most of the drama throwing wrenches into everyone's plans while simultaneously making you increasingly concerned for his emotional well-being.

He's not really the main villain.

He's more like a professionally trained troublemaker operating on unresolved trauma and questionable decision-making.

And somehow it works.

The gatekeeper and her husband were also fantastic. Every scene involving them added charm, humor, and a nice break from the constant supernatural disasters unfolding elsewhere.

My brain: invested in Korean mythology.

My emotions: repeatedly manipulated.

My snacks: mysteriously disappearing every episode.

One thing I appreciated was that the series kept moving. It didn't feel padded with endless filler episodes or unnecessary detours. There was always another mystery, another reveal, or another piece of lore waiting around the corner.

In the end, I finished feeling entertained, emotionally satisfied, and slightly concerned about how much I enjoyed watching immortal fox people ruin each other's lives.

And somehow… it worked.

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9/10 Short episodes

9/10 Short episodes
I feel a lot of the story is missing, but it is pretty good. It feels like someone edited out a lot of the content and we've been given a shortened version. Maybe the rest of the show got lost?
Things happen pretty fast or it is time jumping. There are only 10 episodes and I can't find anywhere that there might be more. The last one leaves you hanging without finishing the story. It's not a cliffhanger either. It's a shame because I think the actors are being cheated as well as the audience. ! really would have like the characters to have been built up more. I like the actors that were chosen.

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I’ve already fallen off the cliff. Let me hit bottom and move on.

One reason The Lord of the Rings trilogy remains one of the greatest cinematic achievements of all time is that it was filmed continuously, allowing audiences to stay connected to the same actors who embodied their characters so convincingly. That continuity helped make the story believable and immersive.

Unfortunately, Ever Night Season 2 suffers from the exact opposite problem.
Everything that could go wrong seemed to go wrong. At times, it felt as if I were watching an entirely different production with a different writing team. Having not read the novel, I can only judge what appeared on screen, and the second season felt completely out of sync with the first. While I understood the importance of the Hao Tian Maiden and her role in the story, it often seemed that every other character existed merely to serve a temporary purpose before being discarded. Characters who were carefully developed in Season 1 became little more than sketches on a drawing board.
The pacing didn’t help. The dialogue was often excessively long and painfully dull, leaving me frequently reaching for the fast-forward button. Episodes stretched simple story points into lengthy conversations, while endless flashbacks accompanied by dramatic music became repetitive and exhausting. At times, I felt trapped in a cycle of déjà vu rather than moving forward with the story.
Then there were the casting changes.
Replacing so many actors made it difficult to reconnect with characters I had spent 60 episodes getting to know. The most jarring change was replacing Arthur Chen with Dylan Wang. I understand there were scheduling conflicts, but Ning Que was the heart of the series. Arthur Chen had made the role his own, and despite Dylan Wang’s efforts, the emotional connection was never the same.

The portrayal of Sang Sang was even more problematic for me. Watching Ireine Song appear as the childlike Sang Sang in Season 1 and then seeing her suddenly presented as a grown woman and wife in Season 2 created an uncomfortable disconnect. The transition simply wasn’t convincing. A more mature casting choice might have helped bridge that gap. Instead, the character often appeared emotionally frozen in time. Whether it was the writing, the direction, or the performance itself, Sang Sang spent much of the series looking lost, helpless, or detached. Her emotional range seemed limited to smiling, crying, getting angry, and repeating the cycle. Rather than evolving, she felt trapped by the script, and I found myself feeling sorry for both the character and the actress.

As for the ending, perhaps my disappointment stems from expecting something different. The entire season seemed to suggest that hope, redemption, and light were waiting just beyond the horizon. Instead, characters died, lost limbs, lost their sanity, and suffered one tragedy after another. By the end, I found myself asking: where was the heart that made Season 1 so compelling?
Of all the series I’ve watched, this was one of the most difficult to finish. Watching it felt like running a marathon barefoot—painful, exhausting, and something I endured more out of determination than enjoyment.

The contrast between the two seasons could not be greater. Season 1 soared to incredible heights; Season 2 fell off a cliff. If there are plans for a third season, I’m not sure I want to follow. I’ve already fallen with this story, just let me hit the bottom and move on.

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10/10 ones alive will disappear, dead be evoked....

10/10 ones alive will disappear, dead be evoked....
Official pilot, released a year ago, brewed curiosity about this savory plot despite my doubts upon the cast's emoting ability. I have seen a similar kiss before but, regrettably, can't recollect the details. Believe me, upon watching, the narrative siphons you into it's premise. This one is definitely a more estimable series than those with the same title in the past. Every frame is earnestly conceived with beautiful locations, emotional background score ('Too late' by BOY Somphob), optimum amounts of lamo' and presumable events down the plot. Piano notes for intimate scenes misted an imagery of warm sun rays breaking through a window into a dark room. P'Anurak and his team deserve an applause for those sensuous canvas portraits.
Unexpectedly, I found this ruby polished by Khun Pimphat Chutrakul. Every logue had purpose. Extreme heroism portrayed stole my heart the same. 'Por' shoving bullets into his boss's son, 'Chat' licking the sword, 'Satreejit' wiping
'Chanda's blood off the knife, 'Jao' falling into boar trap and
'Phupha's dead body being dragged to hang, suai mak jing jing. P'Pra has proven the might of his pen once again.

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Healing takes time and it’s about care, patience, love, and support.

PerthSanta really made me understand why they are so loved. The chemistry and acting was just on point from both of them. Santa had a more difficult task as he had to portray practically two characters, but I didn’t feel that Perth was behind him — on the contrary. After all, the one who is closest to Solar is Pobmek, and the dramatic weight that the character carries is big.

The support, care, patience and love that we see among the characters here is very beautiful. It’s exactly what a person who’s suffering with any type of mental health need. I was scared seeing the sinopse but they did the age regression thing respectfully and with a lot of care. The flashbacks from the main lead's pasts was a nice move too. It makes us understand their actions more and it also connects perfectly to the present and gives more depth to their present moments. They felt meaningful and not only random scenes. I love it! I loved the OST too! Very cute.

Despite the praises, I have to say that the characters completely ignoring therapy for Solar bothered me a bit. I know it's fiction but seeing the characters do everything to help Solar get better, do all sorts of crazy things—except taking him to therapy sessions—was a bit hard for me to a certain point. I asked myself “Why are they ignoring that?” but eventually I accepted. There were a few other points that I had to close an eye too like Solar forgiving his father too quickly and the school allowing Pobmek to teach even though he doesn’t have a teaching license and everyone accepting that 😂 but well…fiction I guess.

Overall, Love Your Teacher was a very cute and beautiful serie. I got emotional, I smiled, cried, and loved following the story of love, friendship, and companionship between our main leads. It’s not a perfect BL but I think there’s some good points here that deserves more attention.

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9/10 Bad Guy My Boo

This is an office romance BL series where the main couple being the boss and the secretary. Unlike some series that I've watched, this one don't beat around the bush. It always went straight to the point in every episodes, that's why you won't get bored watching it. Some people are complaining about the toxic behavior of the main lead. But what those people don't get is that there's a cause for everything, including that. If you keep watching from the very first episode to the very end, you'll know the cause of his bad behavior, you'll also witness his transformation, and finally, the satisfying ending. I think it's a really good story with a very good ending. There's even a special episode for BL fans at the end of the series, which is full of sweetness that can give you diabetes just by watching it. The only thing that kinda weird me out is that none of the couples have any relatives. The plot never involved any parents nor siblings, and that's kinda weird. At least in my opinion.

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9/10 To Be Happy Ever After

9/10 To Be Happy Ever After
The plot for this series is simple, yet it was made complicated for some silly reasons. At the beginning, the audience were presented with a conflict which didn't have any explanation yet. As the plot progressed, a series of flash backs unfolded the mysteries one by one. This series relies on these flash backs a lot. I think it's okay to use flash backs as a tool. It's just that you need to make it clear to the audience. Because if it went on for too long, it can get confusing easily. The acting from most actors were good.
There was no unnecessary scenes which gets dragged on just for the sake of fulfilling the quantity of episodes. Which is a good thing, cause that means that this series is not boring. Although it's not as interesting as Bed Friend, it's still good to watch. For fujoshis, this one must be put in your watch list.

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What am I expecting??

The simplicity of this series carries such deep emotions. This is why I fell in love with JBL, and honestly, it's been a while since I last felt this way about one.
I fell in love with it in the first episode, then slowly fell out of love after two or three episodes. But then I stopped and asked myself: What exactly was I expecting from this series?
The characters are literally in their late 30s. So what was I expecting? Fluff? Pick-up lines? Cringey romantic moments?
And that's when I fell in love with it all over again.
This series is not for everyone. As I've mentioned before, this isn't your usual fluffy, student-themed BL. This is real life. There's very little fantasy in it. Instead, it hits hard with themes like midlife crises, the struggle between choosing stability or happiness, the pain of slowly losing people through death, falling apart, and of course, love and marriage—especially as a queer person.
So yeah, it's not for everyone, but I'll definitely recommend it to all of you.
Bye and peace

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