THE STORY LINE !!!!
you won’t believe how beautifully they have woven the game aspect to the real life aspect. And the seamless transition from strangers to lovers, makes you all giddy!!! A must watch. I got hooked onto a drama after so so long, I finished it in in 2 sitting!The FL’s acting was genuinely so convincing and I loved how even though the story demanded an age gap, the writers didn’t make her look like an immature child, with unnecessary cringe acting. I loved the fact that the FL had a spine and didn’t get portrayed as some damsel in distress. Additionally, loved the Female second lead’s life trajectory! All in all a must watch imo!
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The Premise and the Character: Nanno is no ordinary vigilante; she functions more as an entity or a "mirror" of human depravity. In each school, she identifies individuals hiding dark secrets, hypocrisy, or cruel desires—whether they are abusive teachers, envious students, or corrupt school systems. The "Reset" occurs in the lives of both victims and aggressors: Nanno doesn't just punish; she exposes the internal rot of each person, forcing a traumatic restart where the masks fall off.
Season Highlights
Poetic Justice: The series shines by showing that the punishment always fits the crime. If someone seeks fame at the expense of others, Nanno ensures that fame becomes their undoing.
Social Critique: The script head-on attacks elitism, bullying, and the abuse of power within Thai educational institutions—themes that resonate globally.
Acting: Chicha Amatayakul delivers an iconic performance. Her maniacal laughter and icy stare make Nanno one of the most memorable anti-heroines of recent years.
Conclusion: Season 1 is an uncomfortable yet fascinating journey. It forces us to question our own morality while watching, with a guilty pleasure, as Nanno tears down toxic power structures. It is a must-watch for fans of Black Mirror and Death Note.
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I have nothing to say apart WOW!!??
I'm literally sobbing because this series is just amazing I'm gonna miss it...😭😭Duang With You is the kind of BL that doesn’t just tell a love story it wraps around your heart and stays there. From the very first moments to the final scene, it feels soft, genuine, and effortlessly beautiful. There’s no forced awkwardness, no secondhand embarrassment just pure chemistry and emotions that feel real.
The relationship grows in such a natural way that you find yourself completely invested, blushing at the smallest moments and holding onto every interaction. Duang, as a character, brings warmth and sincerity, making it impossible not to fall in love with his story. Qin on the other hand adds this calm, charismatic energy that balances everything perfectly, and together they just work.
But what really elevates the series is everything around them. Duang’s friends are incredibly supportive, bringing joy, laughter, and a sense of comfort that makes every scene feel alive. Their presence isn’t just background it’s part of the heart of the story. Even the families and side characters feel genuine, like everyone is rooting for their happiness, and that makes the whole world feel safe and warm.
And TeePor… unforgettable. There’s something about them in the series that makes every scene feel alive and comforting at the same time.
What makes this series special is how it leaves you feeling full, happy, and a little broken because you know it’s over. It’s not just a show you watch; it’s one you feel, and one you’ll carry with you long after the last episode ends.
A BL that doesn’t make you cringe, only makes your heart race. Truly unforgettable.
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this is by far the best C-drama I watched this year.
Title: Beautifully Told, Brilliantly Performed — But the Ending Falls ShortThis drama is a deeply moving and well-crafted story. The cast delivers heartfelt, convincing performances, and the OST is outstanding — it elevates every scene and lingers long after an episode ends. On those strengths alone, the series deserves more credit than the 8.5 score I’ve seen.
I started following this series from the very first day of filming. Once production wrapped, I endured a long wait, and when the show finally premiered I was ecstatic. The plot was packed with twists—one reveal often felt like a setup for the next—and I found myself completely absorbed. Waiting for each new episode was agonizing: I tried to distract myself, even attempted to wait until the whole series aired so I could binge it, but every time a new episode dropped I dropped everything and dove right back in. Future viewers are lucky to be able to binge the whole series at once; we had to live with the daily suspense, which made the ride both thrilling and frustrating.
Where the series falters is the ending. Yes, all the protagonists survive, which is a relief, but the resolution undoes too much of what made their relationships meaningful. Except for Wu Shiguang, no one remembers Lu Wuyi or Ji Ling. The two sisters become strangers because their shared history has been rewritten and they never cross paths. Lu Wuyi and Ji Ling are essentially living in a different universe, cut off from friends and loved ones. Li Jie’s haunting sense of loss—missing Ji Ling without knowing why—is emotionally powerful but also frustrating, because it leaves the audience without the closure the story had been building toward. It’s a “happy ending” that comes at a high emotional cost.
Even so, I gave it a high score because the strengths—acting, storytelling, and music—outweighed my disappointment with the finale. Fans who appreciate character-driven drama will find a lot to love here, but be prepared for an ending that may not fully satisfy.
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Not as good as the original, not Becky’s fault
okay I have opinions, some good some critical.starting with the positive, I think Becky did absolutely amazing. Kitty left really big shoes to fill, and the character was already so established.. But Becky managed to encapsulate that vacant, slightly creepy humor just right. It’s important to note also that nano was a very different character to roles she has played previously, and very different to her usual personality.
Another positive, you can see the improvement in production quality, and each episode provided a slightly different perspective and style.
I personally thought episode 1, 4 and 6 were the best. I liked the underlying messages in these episodes and felt they were a little deeper/ darker than the other episodes.
Now for the criticisms… I feel this season just didn’t quite hit the mark the old series left. it lacked a layer of depth which would have helped the underlying messages hit harder. It needed to be darker, more gruesome, include more taboo themes. As the viewer, the creepy atmosphere and shocking screen play were not up to par.
Overall, I enjoyed watching the series, and especially loved watching Becky as Nano. I also got excited for the guest appearance from Jane. Some of the humour also hit well. but in general, the series was not as good as the original 2 and lacked depth and darkness. This is in no way a criticism or Becky, and more likey a Hollywood style byproduct of having extra budget and a wider audience.
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This series is nearly the perfect BL for those looking for an escapist, comforting drama. For many of us that is the essence of BL dramas and few BL’s seem to deliver it. They are trying hard to be something else. This series focuses on the essentials and does it with nearly perfect execution. Yet it is not too syrupy, drowning in excessive cuteness. It has its serious side exploring one of the main’s extreme psychological torment caused by his neglectful parents. The main strength of this drama is the effortless chemistry of the two leading characters, and their perfect execution of the characters depicted in the novel. Even though the main character is sort of buffoonish, he has a more serious side. The actor TeeTee does both sides of his character exceptionally well, and is really an extraordinary actor. The script is pretty faithful and is in total sync with the characters, and their personalities. Duang is almost always clownish in a really over-the-top way, but when he needs to dial it back, he’s able be very sober, mature, and judicious. The actor who plays Duang really captures the duality of this character flawlessly. The other main, played by Por has several layers to his character that he brings out with a lot of subtlety. Even though he has a mostly deadened exterior façade, he is able to reveal glimpses of other sides of his character with a slight smile, a softening of his facial expressions, or a slight longing look. He’s able to reveal his love for Duang with these even if he seems mostly stern or aloof. Por is able to also show his vulnerable, damaged side with some great portrayals of anguish. When he’s crying, revealing how his old nanny abused him, Por captures how Quin is not able to fully express himself because of his inhibitions, his natural inclination to never reveal weakness. This is really subtle acting on a high level.
What is also on a high level is the natural interaction between Duang and Quin which both actors pursue at a level that is possibly the best ever in any BL ever made. The characters feel totally comfortable with each other, meaning they don’t have the smallest hint of what I consider the inability to convey attraction between men prevalent throughout the BL industry. I’m not saying that other shows don’t have two mains that are pulling off the male attraction thing, but there is always a remnant of that feeling of unease and discomfort. I want people to think of gay actors that can easily pull off heterosexual roles, where no one even thought those actor’s where unable to convey their physical attraction to a woman. I still think the male actors in the BL industry still struggle to a large extent with this. This show reveals the path forward – this is how it’s supposed to be done. It’s not just the sexual attraction part, but how Duang comforts Quin when he’s crying in front of him. Its how they hold each other, and look into each other’s eyes with such affection. He’s acting like his partner in every way that it is possible to be a partner. This is acting which is fully committed to the role. Again, that’s what’s missing in most BL’s, and why this show is exceptional. Even the secondary couple has this. It’s something to do with the overall direction of the show.
There are several other aspects of the series which are exceptional. The script is really well done, avoiding a lot of the miscommunications which plague BL’s. It also avoids a lot of the tropes like ghosting, toxic girlfriends, and screeching ladyboys. Conflicts are handled in a matter of minutes rather than lasting for several episodes. This is critical, in my opinion, for BL’s to progress. Using the crutch of misunderstandings to create fake drama is an example of weak writing which is commonplace throughout BL’s. These are confident scriptwriters that allow their characters to communicate effectively. If we don’t have effective communication then our main characters are always portrayed as being a little pathological, cruel to their partner, indifferent, or just plain stupid. What does that say about gay people? I’m sure they don’t intend it, but this would be the natural takeaway for people after seeing hundreds of examples of this in various BL’s.
The script is also paced so well that there is never a dull moment despite the fact that there are hardly any dramatic events in the drama. Other than Quin’s confrontation with his parents which lasted a couple of minutes, there is no serious conflict in this series. What keeps the series going are just everyday conversations that somehow still capture our interest while moving the story along. There are no dead spaces. What is conveyed is a subtle psychological portrait of the characters and the dynamics of their relationships. With strong writing this is enough to keep our interest. Two characters with totally different personalities and how they interact is what is keeping our attention, and it really is enough. You can get into how Duang slowly melts Quin’s icy façade over several episodes, and how their trust in each other grows from episode to episode. How Duang is so loving and authentic is real entertainment, somehow, and how Quin can slowly evolve to reveal more of his emotions – his love for Duang, and his anguish over his past abuse is what captivates us. How could this possibly be enough? It’s done all the time in various other dramas, and art house productions. It’s definitely doable in a BL. In fact, BL’s are the perfect place to do this because they don’t rely as heavily on conflicts as virtually every other genre – just think of horror, action dramas, science fiction, etc. It just requires strong writing to accomplish this.
Every character plays their part well around the central characters. The friends of Duang and Quin, are perfect in their roles. They are also able to communicate effectively and this lends them a greater sense of credibility (again missing in most BL’s). The whole sense is of organic relationships that people can get behind and get interested in. In addition, there is a good sense of integration of all the characters into a cohesive whole. Just look how Mavis and Jamie’s relationship helps the overall show. Jamie and Mavis talk about Duang and Quin in their segments and their comments flesh out their relationship as well as developing Jamie’s character’s relationship with Duang. This is world-building that enhances the drama, giving it a sense of palpability which is essential to our participation and immersion in the series. The rest of Duang and Quin’s friends are also incorporated in a totally inclusive and integral way. They show some natural conflict between each other, but they resolve it like normal people, rather than treating every disagreement like some world-ending event. The friends also understand Duang and Quin better than they do themselves, most of the time, and provide a lot of good commentary – done in a pretty comical and entertaining way. Duang’s family is also perfect in how they help in understanding Duang’s personality traits. They are the total embodiment of how Duang became the way he is, and provide the perfect backstory, and backdrop, which is, again, great world-building. Quin’s parents also serve this role and provide the essential guidebook to Quin’s character.
I think it’s all about the details, and keeping things realistic. This is aided by the fact that the characters are not at all one-sided, and that they are relatable. Duang is not just an adorable golden-retriever, but can be depressed when the situation merits that kind of reaction, or he can dampen his goofiness when he’s in bed with Quin. Quin bullies Duang, but it’s just light bullying, and only to draw a few boundaries between Duang and himself. Duang likes to goad Quin by acting extra silly but it’s only to get his attention, not because he’s a totally supercilious character. These are people that are relatable, without any strong pathologies. It’s what draws us to them, and makes us fully involved with their characters.
Overall, this is one of the best BL’s ever made, in my opinion. It is bound to become a classic. It’s really strong in every area, including the cinematography and the music score. I love the OST, and most of the songs they’ve had throughout the series which accentuate the mood of many scenes. The lighting is also skillfully applied during the romantic episodes.
This is probably Domundi’s best series, and I hope they continue their winning streak.
We definitely could use an alternative to GMMTV. The only drawback for this series is the quick redemption arc for the parents. Those guys should never have been given a pass for years of neglect, and their attitude when Quinn was confronting them was totally unacceptable. Those two need years of therapy, and perhaps Quin’s confronting them would be the doorway for them to become cognizant of their pretty serious psychological issues. My suggestion is give us a Season Two where Quin can confront them again, and we can have some better resolution to this. As it is, this is still one of the best BL’s ever made, and I really hope we get a Season Two – they would be crazy not to make one. Even if it’s just out of greed to make money off the success of this series, I’d be happy if Domundi did it. At least give Teetee and Por another series in the near future. They definitely deserve it.
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The legend of the red string (●♡ᴗ♡●) The future will reunite us (●♡ᴗ♡●)
PLOT: Intouch and Korn are in love, but homosexuality was frowned upon in the 1980-90s, and when their fathers try to separate them, Korn commits suicide and Intouch follows him.30+ years later, Pharm, a college student with a passion for baking, crosses paths with Dean, a star student and president of the swim club. Drawn to each other like magnets, they start dating and discover that they both frequently have dreams (nightmares?) about Intouch and Korn [excerpts from their past lives]. Dean wants to know more and investigates.
+++ Reincarnation storyline is fairly coherent
+++ Good cast, with a bunch of talented actors : Ohm & Fluke / Kao & Earth / Boun & Prem, and the support cast is good too.
+++ Pleasant OSTs, not too intrusive
### The narration is a bit slow, with an almost 50/50 alternation between past and present in each episode.
### Pharm spends all his time crying, even in irrational circumstances (reuniting with In's niece, for example). Fluke is very good at crying, but the amount is excessive! In was much stronger mentally than Pharm, plus, the latter has an unbearable prudishness and sometimes completely unreasonable behavior... It's frustrating when the MC becomes annoying!!
=> BL recommended by everyone. So I had high expectations and I was a little bit disappointed.
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L'avenir nous réunira (●♡ᴗ♡●)
PLOT: Intouch et Korn s'aiment, mais l'homosexualité est mal vue en 1980-90, et qd leurs pères veulent les séparer, Korn se suicide et Intouch le suit.
30 ans + tard, Pharm, étudiant et aimant la pâtisserie, croise le chemin de Dean, étudiant star et Président du club de natation. Attirés l'un par l'autre comme des aimants, ils sortent ensemble et découvrent que chacun d'eux fait fréquemment des rêves (cauchemars ?) avec Intouch et Korn [extraits de leurs vies antérieures]. Dean veut en savoir plus et enquête.
+++ Story réincarnation à peu près cohérente
+++ Bon cast, avec a bunch of talented actors
+++ OSTs agréables, pas trop intrusifs
### Narration un peu lente, avec une alternance (presque moitié-moitié) du passé et du présent dans chq épisode.
### Pharm passe tt son temps à pleurer, y compris ds des circonstances irrationnelles (retrouvailles avec la nièce de In, par ex.). Fluke est très bon en pleurs, mais la dose est excessive ! In était bcp plus fort mentalement que Pharm, de plus, celui-ci a une pruderie insupportable et des comportements parfois complètement déraisonnables ... C'est frustrant qd le MC devient agaçant !!
=> BL recommandée par tous. J'avais donc des attentes et j'ai été un peu déçue.
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Duang with you, a breath of fresh air
I absolutely loved duang with you, the sweetest story with the sweetest characters.It had everything from the start, good story, good pacing, good soundtrack, amazing acting.
The cast really embodied the characters and por and tee tee absolutely ended the actors not acting like couples discussion, it was so lovely watching a couple on tv behave like normal couples do, makes you forget you're watch a tv show and helps you immerse fully in the warm viewing experience, they put in their all.
The platonic relationships were also really well written and explored beautifully, the friendships felt real and they were given good plots and necessary screen time and the nuance of parents - child relationship especially in qin's case was really well executed without taking away from the light hearted tone of the show and seeing duang's happy family was a warm contrast.
I just really liked the creative decisions of the show, and i think the cast delivered a wonderful performance. I really loved the attention to detail especially little things like the trio's phone charms that match their personalities or qinn's phone case that has his name, a nice change from the props without personality we see so often, it made the characters feel so real.
There were a few things i didn't like like the teddy bear plot dragging on for so long since qinn keeping it made no sense imo especially since they changed him never liking tiw like in the novel to him starting to have feelings back in hs or the camera price plot being a whole issue only for qinn to get duang expensive slippers that weren't really given an explanation but I understand plot needs conflict and it didn't really affect how much i loved the show.
The pacing was different, slower than what i usually like and they were so lovey dovey for so many episodes it felt like i was just watching them date which i usually only like for an episode or 2 since i get bored after the chase is over and the couple gets together but duang with you eps felt like a warm comfortable hug every saturday. It's very much a slice of life comfort show.
Kudos to everybody that played a part in the making of it because it was a lovely watch, I love queer joy. 🫶🏼
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Great Drama
I gave Generation to Generation a second chance and I didn't regret it. People complain about the slow pacing and I have to agree on this, especially in the beginning and midway but it is something typical for long 40 episodes TV Dramas. What we lack in the story was very good compensated by the actors who made great delivery, the chemistry between main leads was the driving force keeping my interest until the end. The last two episodes were really nice especially the ending where all actors were singing, so cute.Was this review helpful to you?
1AN ODE TO KABUKI THEATRE
I will say that I expected something completely different. A story about two rivals that compete with each other. Something darker, more brutal and tense. However, in the end this was a tale about brotherhood, wrong -and right- decisions, art, love, passion, loneliness and ambition. It was a masterpiece with painfully beautiful music and splendid costumes. An ode to Kabuki theatre; and it was beautiful for what it is.The last scene is simply perfect and reminded me of the reason why I love cinema so much.
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Chef's Kiss for Heart Code: TungpangJessie with insane chemistry in a short, high-quality GL
Heart Code the Series is a standout Thai GL that masterfully blends high-stakes action with a deeply moving soulmate romance. Spanning just seven episodes, it delivers a tightly-paced narrative where every scene carries weight managing to tie up every plot point in the end of the series.Why it works so well
- Insane Chemistry: Tungpang and Jessie deliver authentic, high-tension performances that make their evolving relationship feel earned rather than forced.
- Technical Excellence: For a 7-episode series, the production quality is exceptionally high, featuring cinematic directing and a score that significantly enhances emotional scenes.
- Satisfying Finale: Unlike many dramas that rush their endings, Heart Code successfully ties up its complex conspiracies while providing a heartfelt and genuine conclusion for the main couple.
While the end of the final episode feels slightly stretched, this series is still a very compelling watch despite its minor pacing issues. It is an impressive step forward for the genre, and I am genuinely excited for Monomax’s next project with TungpangJessie!
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What really makes the series stand out is its characters. They feel lively and genuine, and their interactions are often funny, a little chaotic at times, but always charming. You can tell a lot of care went into building their dynamics, which makes it easy to get attached to them.
Visually, it’s also a treat: fresh colors, a pleasant style, and a pacing that never drags. Everything feels smooth and easy to watch, making it perfect for binge-watching or just unwinding after a long day.
In short, Duang With You is feel-good entertainment at its best—light, cozy, and genuinely fun to watch. Definitely worth checking out if you’re in the mood for something that will leave you smiling. 😊
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powerful acting, perfect casting
Deng enxi is such an versatile actress for such an young age. very talented ,have a bright future. , perfect casting and powerful acting, all characters played brilliantly. hope xu kai takes good projects like this more ,it shows his strength . xu kai and enxi has a good chemistry both can act well with eyes .Was this review helpful to you?
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Wasted potential
GJM has proven me again and again that he will f it up with his bad habit and favoritism to the point where he ruined the story and other characters. The very reason of my love and hate relationship with his tv shows. Anyways, it's nice to see Ju Jingyi with her improved acting (dare i say that this most likely her best role and acting so far in my opinion) + her being paired with Tian Jiarui. Love to see Chen Duling and Zeng Shunxi reunion as a cp again here, my personal favorite pairing.This would've been one of his best work if GJM didn't f it up but it is what it is. On the bright side, I at least was happy because GJM gave us Chen Duling, Ju Jingyi, Zeng Shunxi and Tian Jiarui in the same project despite the favoritism & outcome. Other than that, there's almost nothing i can say plotwise cause he f it up halfway through 🙃 He really wasted the potential of this drama. And talking about favoritism, Chen Duling and Zeng Shunxi didn't deserve this treatment. So disappointed halfway through the drama until the end. Wu Wangyan and Wu Shiguang arc is a complete sh*t. They're pretty much just a figure and accessories of VoS that is almost useless cause they're only used for certain moments only and disappear from the face of the earth. Where tf is their power?? They are so nerfed by GJM and they're so weak for what they're supposed to be capable of.
This is why i have love and hate relationship with GJM projects. He's bad at long term execution and his favoritism is sickening and yet, i stupidly still look forward for his projects because his plot story and synopsis is always interesting to me and him casting someone i like is just a bonus, i'm always interested beacuse his work are pretty good and interesting at least at first before going downhill (mostly his drama series). The Yin Yang Master is my fav movie from him.
I've never felt this huge disappointment cause Veil of Shadows have such a good potential to be one of his best work if he didn't f it up, but he proved me again and again that he will always have this terrible habit of him to f it all up especially with his favoritism in his drama series that ruined the plot. GJM's favoritism is gonna backfire Tian Jiarui and i'm concerned about him. I like Tian Jiarui but GJM is ruining him with his way of favoritism. I too would boost my kid under my agency if they're capable and got what it takes, but what GJM is doing is so wrong and damaging because he ruined the overall story. He really ruined other characters just to make Ji Ling become the center and shine when there are 2 other characters that's also important for the plot. Thank goodness that Lu Wuyi character got the same amount of love and devotion from GJM unlike Wu Wangyan and Wu Shiguang based on how he wrote their arcs.
Wu Shiguang character is important to the plot (he's literally the 10th dragon son, the one that they all been waiting for to save the world from Jiuying) but Wu Shiguang character arc is just SO sh*tty, all that '10th dragon son' build up in beginning for nothing, no development at all. Wtf is GJM thinking? Should've not cast Zeng Shunxi and Chen Duling as the so called main leads if he's gonna do them dirty like this. I like all 4 main leads, and i'm disappointed with the heavy favoritism that is so obvious to the point he's ruining the whole story. I am not annoyed by Jiling or Wuyi, i like them too. I'm annoyed by GJM for his shitty writing for other characters. He gave his best on Jiling and Wuyi but clearly not for Wu Wangyan and Wu Shiguang.
Surprisingly the ending isn't blatant sad ending but a hopeful open ending, but sad to see that Wangyan and Wuyi will never know or remember each other. They truly lost each other ): Also GJM could 've at least add an extra episode to show their respective wedding and just a bit of their new life after all this nonsense but what do you expect from GJM lol 😒
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Best of the best
I don't know how many times I’ve rewatched this series. This is one of my fav thriller kdramas!Best of the best.
I love the plot.
I love the twists.
Unraveling twist after twist.
I didn’t get bored with each episode.
I also love the ost.
♥️ ♥️ ♥️ ♥️ ♥️
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