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Al fin un poco de historias queer dentro de tanto bl

Para mí nunca ningún BL por más bueno que sea y vaya que he visto muy buenos, se compara a lo que siento cuando veo series queer, simplemente es el tipo de contenido que ansío ver más seguido, libre de darle oferta a la demanda, libre de hacer lo que quería hacer y no lo que va a vender, libre de querer triunfar en un entorno en el que el triunfar no es algo de lo que deberían estar orgullosos, porque quien estaría orgulloso de decir: hey mi series es la más vista y popular porque les encantó a mi audiencia! a si quién es tú audiencia? que tan difícil es complacerla? o es caso que solo obedeciste todos y cada uno de los estereotipos impuestos por ellas y les diste exactamente lo querían porque eso te iba a beneficiar individualme, porque al final de eso se trata todo en este sistema individualista, cada quien que se rasque con sus propios uñas y las causas colectivas que se vayan a la chingada mientras el dinero siga entrando, entonces si se agradece cuando alguien viene a poner algo que es en favor de la comunidad y no solo de sus Intereses! No podemos hacer algo para cambiar el mundo como se planteaba la periodista pero si podemos hacer que nuestro entorno no se parte de ese cultura. このシリーズを本当にありがとうございました。

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A decent thriller that falls very short of its potential.

"Gold Land" for me was one of those types of shows that you find easy to get into. So much so that you ignore the many dimwitted people or characters. At least at first. Because you hope that their character arcs will grow and things begin to feel less frustrating. It was just one bad common decision after another. Yes, Kim Ju wasn't about that life at the start, and quick thinking and decisions were needed. But that doesn't take the place of basic self-awareness and safety. Woo Gi, or "Woogy," was a low-key MVP. Even with a small part of the "dimwittedness," overall it was the character GOLD that had the arc and control.
It brought out the worst in all of the characters, from the gangsters to the main lead thieves. I found the story about the mother to be touching and a small break from the overall narrative. (Even though low key I feel the writer added the cancer and hospital situation to keep the FL conflicted about leaving) IMOP GREED was the enemy to all, and it cost them dearly. Greed gave energy to their lack of clarity to plan and navigate their way. Keeping the gold or not. Maybe Kim Ju buries the gold and leaves the area completely for 6 months. Or maybe the initial plan after getting the many 1 kg bars and cash is to separate from Woo Gi for several weeks or permanently after giving him his share.

Move 2 or 300 miles away. I know it's easy for me to say after the fact, but come on. Those gangsters didn't have ALL of the facts on who was responsible until the leads wondered about the area constantly. Yes, her mom was in the hospital. Kim Ju decided to keep herself and her family at risk by keeping the gold and hanging around as the gangsters gathered evidence. It's a dangerous game, and the stakes grow higher. As the clock ticks, every decision becomes critical, and the weight of her choices looms over her like a shadow, threatening to unravel everything.
Even at the very end, great move but that place would have been a fortress with dogs, guns and a saferoom.

"Gold Land" for me as thrillers go, a slightly above average watch.

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10/10 I need a seque!!!!

10/10 I need a seque!!!!
I've been watching the trailer on repeat since it first dropped, and after finally seeing the full movie, I can honestly say it exceeded all my expectations. What stood out to me the most was the way it explored the theme of self-acceptance. The characters aren't perfect-they make mistakes, they have tears, and they face struggles-but that's what makes them so real and relatable. The film reminds us that it's okay to be flawed, and that we don't need to hide our insecurities from the people who care about us. Vulnerability isn't weakness-it's a kind of strength. And sometimes, showing our true selves, even the parts we think are "too much," is exactly what helps us grow and connect more deeply with others.
The music was another huge highlight for me. Every song was super catchy and I've already added several tracks to my Spotify playlist. I also loved the performance scenes-they were dynamic, visually stunning, and full of personality.
Visually, the film is breathtaking. The character designs, costumes, and animation are all so detailed and vibrant. You can clearly see the love and effort that went into every frame. Each character has a distinct style that reflects their personality, and the fusion of K-pop aesthetics with demon-hunting action creates a world that feels both exciting and immersive.
And I can't forget to mention the "enemies to lovers" subplot-it had me hooked from the start! That kind of dynamic is one of my favorites, and this one was done so well. The chemistry, the tension, the emotional payoff... it gave me all the feels. I laughed, I teared up, and I was totally invested in their journey. By the end, I was left wanting more-and honestly, I really hope there's a sequel on the way.

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9/10 9 for the male lead acting

9/10 9 for the male lead acting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Series was good to watch during home quarantine..
Especially loved the male lead's acting.
Though the mindset of the character's decisions were not quite clear and understandable.
Certain aspects looked so childish like when the female lead sees the male lead with her bra wrapped around his eyes, she gets upset about him lying rather than what she saw in front of her..Any other person would have considered him to be a pervert.
And there is no explanation as to why the leads like each other..
But if u don't mind the loopholes ND is a fan of Nanon's acting then this is the series for you.
Nice film, The aktor and film is So Good. I love nanon
S0000000000000 muchhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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10/10 Perfection in TV Show

I tend to stay away from TV shows with lots of subtitles, usually to my detriment, but when I saw they had created Shogun I had to try. I'm glad I did. Literally after 20 mins of the first episode I was fully engrossed to the point I forgot it had subtitles. The production, acting, storyline, everything about this show ozzes class, emotion, depth and attention to detail. It's like being transported back to the beginning of 17th century Japan, the culture, customs and way of life on full display. The real genius of the novel and this TV show is the story of the westerner in the East, though his eyes you take the journey with him and also you grow with him as you slowly appreciate the resilience, dedication and honour of the Japanese people. I highly recommend this show, it's a worthy winner of every award it has won, all that's left to say is ...roll on season 2!

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10/10 Wow, way better than expected

10/10 Wow, way better than expected
When I saw Michael Mann's name associated with this, ! pictured a "Miami Vice" set in Tokyo. It's also based on a true story, so I didn't have high hopes, as most true-story adaptations tend to be flat. And there's is that tired old theme of a westerner in the Far East, and the history of mediocre U.S.-Japan-cast collaborative films and TV shows. I was wrong!
Jake Adelstein is an exceptional person, as an American who immersed himself in the language, culture and current events and managed to become a reporter at the top Japanese newspaper. The show could have treated him as yet another symbol of western "exceptionalism", a white man who is "smarter" and more clever than the natives, a crusader who brings the superior western perspective to the rigid Japanese way of doing things. This could have easily been overdone, but instead, he is humbled, and at the cusp of failure, if not for the chance encounter and help from a veteran cop. It is mildly reminiscent of Endeavour.
The screenplay does well to depict the intricacies of Japanese culture, the social contracts and constraints among their media, law enforcement, and organized crime.
Rather than being portrayed as being inept, negligent, or corrupt, you are given enough to appreciate how Japanese society functions and maintains balance and peace.
As with much of the story so far, the scenes, screenplay and direction are not wasted on unnecessary distractions or digressions. There are many characters and several parallel plots, but the show manages keep the story moving with excellent pacing. A pragmatic blend of English and Japanese dialog keeps the show's "authentic" feel, without making things incomprehensibly difficult to follow. Excellent show!

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Zhou Wan,as long as you say you love me once,ill forgive you for everything

Zhou wan, even if you lied to me hundred times as long as you say you love me and i'll just forgive you for everything.
How can a puppy walk another puppy?

Lu Xixiao y Zhou Wan que dos personajes, una maravilla de verdad , me hubiera gustado que la historia que tiene fallos , hubiere estado mas profundizada y pulida, teniendo en cuenta que me parecen unos personajes muy buenos y complejos para que fallos en la historia tiren para abajo la profundidad y la complejidad de estos.
Soy una simple, tal vez si, tal vez necesitaba ver en estos momentos de mi vida esta serie y por eso me ha enganchado tanto. Tal vez si me hubieras pillado en otro momento me hubiera dado mas igual pero ahora tengo que admitir que en este momento , estas semanas pasadas he estado superenganchada de la serie. Como he dicho tiene sus fallos y por lo visto hay ciertos aspectos que no se corresponden con la realidad en China, pero mira yo a mi me das un buen drama moderno de colegio y me ganas. Es lo que pasa con ser una simple y mas cuando este drama nos ha dado un gran yearner digno del doctorado en yearnerism que tiene Sang Yan. Lu Xixiao, he caido rendida a tus encantos .Ke Yu lo ha hecho muy bien, creo que por eso mucha gente ha conseguido empatizar y enamorarse de su personaje. Primera vez que le veo actuar pero ahora tengo ganas de ver que tal en Sweetest Rebellion, me produce curiosidad. Baobao aqui veo una gran mejoria en su actuación, en Generation to Generation me costó mucho su personaje, aqui veo una mejoría que me alegra claramente. Zhou Wan , menudo personaje, por desgracia tuvo desde pronto que aprender a moverse en un mundo complicado y duro. Por suerte, durante la infancia le acompañó su abuela, pero duele ver todo el momento de la muerte porque ves como Wanwan pierde la vitalidad. Wanwan menudo personaje , resiliente y que se enfrenta a todo, es de estos personajes que la gente siempre pide profundidad pero luego no entiende sus motivaciones.
La musica me parece una maravilla que acompañaba genial las escenas, hubiera esperado que el drama familiar no se hubiera solucionado asi , despues de lo bien que iban a haciendolo pero oye sinceramente te doy el 9 por la profundidad de los personajes , porque sino de historia sería un 8.
Probablemente , si me leo la novela , que no creo , porque la serie no sigue la novela y sinceramente vamos admitir que me ha gustado la serie , para estropear este buen sabor de boca con una novela que si bien tiene los mismos personajes no tiene los mismos acontecimientos.
Creo que este drama junto a Love Between Lines son los mejores de los que llevamos de año. Este drama es el hijo de The First Frost y Love in the Clouds, no tengo dudas y tengo muchas pruebas.
Lu Xixiao has entrado dentro de lista de pookies a proteger , porque claramente este drama , Lu Xixiao es el sunshine y su sunshine protector es Zhou Wan.

Comentarios durante los episodios.
ep.1 son hermanastros? , Nos encantan los cliches bad boy x good girl. Soy una simple
ep.2 este man te digo yo que ya ha caido cuando le ha salvado de que le pillasen.
ep.3 ella en el bus y el en la moto y menuda escena, asi como la de los globos. Zhou Wan que cabrona eres con lo de la madre, me has dejado a cuadros y estoy esperando a ver que hace
ep.4 la madre que manipuladora es
ep.5 el momento de la carrera cringe, supongo que es necesario para un buen cliche
ep.6 no entiendo nada de la serie, entonces el Jiang Yan es hermano del ML peero como es ML hermanastro le hace hermanastro de la FL? Cuantas novias ha tenido el Mr. Lu?
ep.7 super bonita la escena del baile. Me encanta cuando le planta cara a la madre. Me da a mi que SML sabiendo el secreto , o un poco va a hacer algo raro o malo que posteriormente perjudique y cause revuelo
ep.8 yo todas las veces que se enfrente a la madre me van a encantar. Superbonito el teatrillo que tienen juntos, este señor es un he fell first he fell harder
ep.9 que bonita la cita en el parque de atracciones, luego lo de la confesión y el pavo al final diciendole que ella es su inspiración
ep.10 a la supuesta madre la odiamos
ep.11 Porfin el pavo empieza a saber los colores de la madre de Wan. Por fin
ep 12. Xixiao bebe que haces , a ver te entiendo, pero que haces arriba intentando que la otra no se suicide. Zhou Wan intentando calmar a la Xue Xi, guau menuda escena. Me da pena la madre de Lu Xixiao lo que aguanto la mujer
ep.13 este ultimo capitulo es terrorismo emocional, lo bonito que h empezado con la cena y luego la confesión no oficial,pasando por la prepracion a la confesion oficial para acabar con la muerte de la abuela.
ep.14 que triste el funeral de abuela. Zhou Wan pobrecita mia ya no podia mas pretender y por poco se suicida. Y Lu Xixiao acompañandola en todo el proceso de recuperación
ep.15 llegas tarde matias, o sea Jiang Yan llegas tarde para ayudar a la Wn, Lu Xixiao la ha estado apoyando todo este tiempo.
Menuda forma de terminar una deuda, regulación juridica nula y forma de dejarlo patente menos mil. Luo He va a liarla posteriomente, y veras
ep.16 la proxima vez si vas a estropear una boda que sea a lo grande. La madre sabiamos que era mala, pero negar tratamiento medico al padre muy fuerte. El padre de él es otro pieza.
Zhou Wan pulsando la alarma de incendio para que pueda escapar, maravilloso
ep.17 preciosisimaa su dating era, de verdad que les sienta tan bien la felicidad , eso si de aqui en adelante todo va a ir mal.
Jiang Yan siendo utilizado por su 'padre' pero desquitandose con su madre, que la madre tiene tambien su aquel pero no me merece los chillidos
ep.18 el padre es asqueroso , utilizando a los dos hijos para conseguir mas acciones. Luego lo unico bueno que ha hecho es tirar a la otra , asi ya no nos molestara mas. Aunque me da miedo de cualquier cosa que vaya hacer la madre por despecho. SML puedes dejar de ser utilizado por tu padre y tener dos dedos de frente , tu madre ha dejado cualquier relación que tenia con la familia Lu dado que son unos bichos
ep.19 el SML es tonto y provoco que Luo He fuese por Zhou Wan, super triste toda la escena del secuestro. Y al final el abuelo se une lo de la separación. Mañana vamos a sufrir con Lu Xixiao
ep20. Zhou Wan que forma es esa de cortar, vamos a jugar al escondite. Me escondo y rompo contigo. Lu Xixiao bebe durante todo el episodio he sufrido por ti
ep.21 bebe que triste ha sido cuando se reencuentra con ella. Y ahora si que si le interesa el proyecto
ep.22 la madre es mala porque abandono a Zhou Wan pero sabemos que Lu fue el que hizo que la fabrica quebrase y pierderan todo. Quiero ver la venganza de Zhou Wan.
Me hace gracia que Lu Xixiao siempre diga que quiere que Zhou Wan llore y le rogue, cuando es el ,el que siempre esta llorando y rogandola.
ep.23 lu xixiao bebe , que triste la entrevista. Estoy esperando ver como cae el padre y sobretodo cuando Lu Xixiao se entere del motivo porque cortaron. Toda interacción con Zhou Wan es simplemente patete fumando *CINE*. Me cae fatal el padre y todavía no entiendo como el SML sigue dejandose manipular por el padre.
ep.24 todos en la fase dos. Estas en la fase dos? como que no, ahora mismo te meto en la fase dos. Lu Xixiao es un loser love, todas las cosas que hacia wan con el otro, ahi la envidia le podia.
Guau la madre del Jiang Yan como ha cambiado.
Graciosisima le escena del paseo .
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ep.25 triste por la escena del otro intentando sobrepasarse , pero vaya, como han resuelto el problema ha sido bastante me quedo muerta pero para mal, las victimas a la calle, que si que el otro se va a la carcel pero las victimas son cuestionadas y estan en la calle. Por fin Xixiao empieza a buscar que paso hace 20 años
ep.26 esta señora ha descubierto lo mal que estuvo desde su ruptura y por fin han vuelto. VOLVIO LU XIXIAO CUTE, adoramos. Eso si no se va a enterar el lu xixiao que su abuelo tambien medió en la ruptura?
espero y deseo que sml no se haga villano , vale no estara con Zhou Wan pero al menos que no proteja a su padre
ep.27 madre mia el momento de la ex pareja de Lu Xixiao. Lu Xixiao you are green flag , you are inolvidable.
Pensaba quue nos iban a mostrar como wanwan le cuenta lo de su padre a lu xixiao , como lo han hecho parece que lo han dicho por telepatía.
que pesado Jiang Yan, asume que no vas a tener nada con wanwan
ep.28 Este capitulo es un poco raro para cerrar las cosas. A ver desde el secuestro del segundo al que el señor lu le hace la guarreta, para que esta vez Jiang Yan proteja a wan wan, pienso que no era necesario, pero bueno.Esa aparición mágica de la madre para entregar a wanwan documentos importantes , no te lo crees mucho despues de lo egoista que ha sido durante años, lo unico que puedo categorizarlo es por interes de hacer caer al señor Lu, porque para ayudar a su hija no.
Luego, cuando dice la wan wan que el lu ya ha sido castigado por la ley, es un que narices? , si solo ha demostrado como se ha quejado en la junta de los directores. Todavía la justicia no ha hecho nada, que pajara mental se hace.
Como han resuelto lo del abuelo, me deja un poco fría esperaba un poco de mas intensidad por parte de A'Xiao , que si que ha madurado pero no se rara y me deja inexpresiva, esperaba algo mas , porque el pavo esta todo el rato diciendo que los unicos que de verdad se preocupan por él son su tía y su abuelo, bueno pues no se.
La segunda pareja nunca me ha interesado mucho y en este episodio ha quedado claro.
ep.29 me encanta que ella se haya declarado antes es simplemente maravilloso. Y la exposición que sea totalmente para ella es un 10/10.
PLOT TWIST: ELLA SE ENAMORÓ ANTES. SOOO It's she fell first, he fell harder, adoro esta troupe. Tambien es troupe sunshine x sunshine protector, claramente sunshine es nuestro queridisimo Lu Xixiao

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Well Well

well well It was sooooo good. When it comes to Main couple completely loving and supportive. They were sooo cute. Both of them so smart, competent and good to each other. Supportive character were also entertaining and enjoyable to watch. Concubine now wife, uncle and Song mo’s father were terrible people. What other villians did to poor Duke was enraging. I watched it so many times already… They are some loopholes I bet, but such a good show you will not mind it… For example They are talking about reputation and then D and S are almost hugging each other in the street 🤣🤣

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A Slow-Burn Drama That Actually Earns Its Warmth

I was not intending to watch this, but thought why not, and I am glad I did. It is exactly the kind of drama I enjoy, a character-driven drama about a man who has mastered emotional distance. Do Ji-ui is a polished Seoul plastic surgeon who is suddenly assigned to a remote island clinic through the public health doctor program. The premise is familiar, but the execution is gentle and sincere. The drama lets the island slowly dismantle Ji-ui’s defenses instead of forcing a quick transformation.

The plot blends humor, medical cases, and a quiet mystery surrounding the island. The real focus is Ji-ui’s internal journey. The ocean terrifies him. The island frustrates him. The villagers disarm him. The clinic nurse, Yook Ha-ri, becomes the person who challenges him to confront the parts of himself he has avoided. The pacing is steady and unhurried. Small moments carry emotional weight. A shared meal, a misdiagnosis, a ferry ride, a conversation at sunset. The mystery elements add to the tension without overshadowing the emotional core of the story.

The Characters
Do Ji-ui is written with such restraint. He is not the typical cold male lead. He is someone who has built his identity around competence and control. The island strips both away. His trauma around water is handled with nuance, and his growth feels earned. I must say Lee Jae-wook delivers a grounded performance as Ji-ui with quiet tension. His posture, his eyes, his pauses all communicate a man who is constantly bracing himself. When he softens, it is subtle. When he breaks, it feels earned.
Yook Ha-ri, on the other hand, is the emotional anchor of the drama. She is warm without being naive. She is competent without being hardened. Her past is revealed slowly, and it reframes her kindness as a deliberate choice. She is not there to heal Ji-ui. She is there to challenge him and to stand beside him. Shin Ye-eun, in this role, brings a natural warmth to Ha-ri. Her performance is understated, which I believe is intentional, and that is why it works so beautifully. She lets emotional beats land without forcing them.

The chemistry between the leads is a slow burn, but it works. It grows through shared silences and small gestures rather than dramatic declarations. It feels adult and sincere.

The Islanders, well, the supporting cast as Islanders, give this drama its texture. They are stubborn, funny, flawed, and deeply human. They have their own conflicts and loyalty. Their presence makes the island feel lived in and believable. They are not props for the leads. They are part of the world that shapes Ji-ui’s transformation.

I think the reason this drama resonates with me is its message: healing is not a single breakthrough. It is a series of small, uncomfortable steps toward connection. I love how the writer, director, and actors shaped the island as a metaphor for the parts of ourselves we avoid. The memories we bury. The fears we rationalize. The relationships we keep at a distance. Ji-ui’s journey is not about becoming a better doctor or a better man. It is about learning to stay. In a place. In a relationship. In his own life. The show also highlights the gap between urban and rural healthcare. It reminds us as viewers that dignity and care should not depend on geography.

What I love about this drama is that it isn't loud and does not need to be. It does not rely on shock twists or exaggerated conflict. It trusts its characters and its emotional honesty. It is the kind of story that lingers because it is sincere. So, if you enjoy character-driven narratives, slow-burn romance, and stories about emotional reclamation, this drama delivers beautifully.

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A splendid watch

I really loved it. I’m probably biased, but I can’t help it. Main leads had so much chemistry and great relationship, this helped show so much. Parents are frustrating of course. Jinzhao was such a good character, fun, girly, so smart and strong. Lord Chan was intelligent masculine, reserved and confidant man. l loved how they married because of love. last couple of episodes were terrible pased and really needed ending showing somethings they had in novel, so that was disappointing, but considering I have already rewatched it twice I have to give it high score in my list.

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THE CHEMISTRY!!!

SailubPon have chemistry here like I never seen before. The tension was so good, there were several scenes that left me gasping for air. While them main couple has fantastic chemistry and a fun story, I also need to mention the side couple. They are just adorable. Personally, I love a good entitled, rich boyfriend trope. Benz really delivers those bratty rich boy vibes that make his sweet moments all the more memorable.
The NC scened are nicely shot and super hot. They definitely broke many heath code violations lol. I recommend this show to fans of other change2561 shows and BL fans in general. I had a really great time watching it.

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