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Gu Jin / Quan Yi is the most selfless man. ?❤️

*** Spoiler Alert (PERSONAL FEEDBACK)
Title : The Last Immortal – 2024 (Complete 40 Episode)
Personal Rating : 10/10
*Long post and reaction ahead*

Gu Jin / Quan Yi is the most selfless man. ?❤️

A Yin / Feng Yin (played Zhao Lusi) A Yin is a water demon beast with healing internal core which can cure any immortal or make them powerful. And Feng Yin is a Phoenix Queen and the spirit beast of True God.
Gu Jin / Yuan Qi (Played Wang Anyu) is the son of True God Di Juan and True Goddess Yi He. For some unknown reason Yuan Qi lost his God power when he was young and his mother sent him down to the Lower Three realm to gain experience as Gu Jin with the help of Daze Mountain Sect and cover his true identity.

The story revolves around the complex relationship of A Yin and Gu Jin while retrieving the immortal spirit of Feng Yin which was scattered in the three realms because of an incident cause by Gu Jin. While retrieving the spirits and roaming around the three realm they met their 2 best friend Hong Yi and Yan Shuang. In the midst of chaos (due to Immortals & devils greediness) and collecting of Feng Yin immortal spirit A Yin and Gu Jin fell in love with each other. A Yin fell first but Gu Jin fell harder. Rest was history.

I think most of us have high expectations on The Last Immortal that is why some of the people are already disappointed from the beginning and it is somehow connected to the Ancient Love Poetry that is why they can’t stop comparing it. Personally, I dropped Ancient Love Poetry three times so I thought I would not understand the TLI since they said it’s a sequel but so far, I understand it and I am enjoying it. I think of it as a stand-alone drama like any other drama to enjoy it.
In my opinion, the earlier episodes was understandable. Gu Jin and Ayin act like a kid and immature because they are still young according to their immortal age. Gu Jin is currently 210 years old only. He is inexperience, he is pampered by the disciple around him, he is not even a junior immortal (he is not powerful yet that is why he have the umbrella thingy to protect him) and A Yin just transformed to human form 6 months after hatching so she doesn’t know much. She is still learning. They are young immortals like babies that’s why they act like that, not unlike matured immortals who are 1000+ years of age. They are both exploring and learning.

Some viewers said the Yuan Qi is very weak for a true God when he already got his God power and spirit. Yeah! I got you! I feel the same way too but there is a reason why he is weak which they show in the last episodes. When Yuan Qi got his true God power and spirit the first thing he did was to retrieve the Daze Mountain sect and its disciples. He used his 9/10 God spirit to retrieve them that’s why he is weak and remember he even used half of his God power to make the Elixir for A Yin. From the beginning of this true God accession Yuan Qi already exhausted his powers and spirits. And let me remind you he is YOUNG true God ( he is just turning 1200 years old ). He doesn’t even know how long he will live that’s why he is like that to A Yin too. He wants to confine A Yin in Qinchi Palace because that is the only way he can protect her due to his lack of power. The last 1/10 of his God spirit was used to revive A Yin immortal spirit through Blood Lotus. From then on Yuan Qi is just sustaining his power from the chaotic power of the spirit sword that’s why he is disappearing. He didnt tell anyone the reason of his weakness. And the last straw of his act of selfless is when he sacrifice his chaos origin to seal the abyss prison. As the God of chaos, his Godhood can’t exist without his origin. It means he can’t come back.

Well that’s it! Joke! He came baccccckkkk!!!!! He was revived by the 1/10 of his God spirit that is with in A Yin, together with the devil origin of Devil God and Goddess Yi He power of chaos.
What I love more about this drama is the friendship of the 4 of them. It was genuine and without any judgement. They always protect and willing to sacrifice everything because of their friendship. They trust and listen to each other despite of the other realms separating them because of their positions and realms. And I love how the three realms tried their best to bring Yuan Qi back.

Overall, it is 10/10 for me. I want more of it. More of them. I love Yuan Qi! His selfless character. It is a breath of fresh air for me since the ML is weaker that the FL. Zhao Lusi and Wang Anu chemistry is one of the best. They are very comfortable with each other. Wang Anyu’s acting was so good. He literally act weak to the point that it irritates some viewers because that is what his character is. I just can’t move on from Yuan Qi’ selflessness and love for A Yin! ??????
??? salute to all the cast and crew!

GENRE – Costume, Xianxia , Romantic , Comedy.

OST – Hidden Heart by Zhao Lusi

LEAD CAST – Zhao Lusi , Wang Anyu

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Love is sweeter the second time around.❤️

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Title : The Love You Give Me – 2023 (Complete 28 Episode)
Personal Rating : 8.5/10

Love is sweeter the second time around.❤️

Xin Qi ( played Wang Zi Qi) is a handsome young CEO of an investment company with life-threatening heart condition.
Min Hui (Played Wang Yu Wen) is a smart single mother and R&D assistant to one of the directors at a tech firm.
This drama is about love on the second time around. Five years ago, a young woman named Min Hui accidentally fell for a young man named Xin Qi. But things between them were complicated because Min Hui was pretending to be Xin Qi’s long lost childhood friend in a misguided way to help the friend who had died suddenly. Furthermore, Xin Qi suffered from a dangerous and potentially life-threatening heart condition, and Min Hui now desperately in love, didn't want to see him suffer. It didn't help matters that each time she tried to tell him the truth, he would cut her off, not believe her, or his heart condition would relapse. When he finally learned the entire truth, he cut all ties with her.

Now, five years later, they are reunited at a business event in the most uncomfortable of situations. Min Hui has risen to become an R&D assistant to one of the directors at a tech firm and Xin Qi has also made a name for himself as the CEO of an investment firm. Deciding that “fate” has brought them back into contact for a reason, Xin Qi decides to take all of his previous anger and betrayal out on Min Hui. But "fate" also reveals that Min Hui has a son, who is suffering from the same exact heart condition as Xin Qi making him realize through a series of events that he's the father--much to the adorable boy's delight.
Overall, this drama is a slice of life romantic comedy drama. It is funny, cute, and light. I watched this drama two times I think and it really makes me smile every time I watch it. I love how strong Min Hui is terms of taking care for her son with heart condition. She is very mature and independent (even in the way she dressed). And I love Xin Qi for doing everything he can for them (Min Hui & Min Quan Quan) to make up for the times that he was not there for them. Some people have this kind of situation and I think they delivered it well. Min Quan Quan is so cute and adorable. The chemistry of the Lead couple is so good and natural. Their acting is so genuine, and they are very comfortable with each other. I recommend this one if you need a break from heavy, scheming political dramas.

GENRE – Modern, Comedy, Romance

LEAD CAST – Wang Zi Qi , Wang Yu Wen

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"Phleng Bin Bai Ngiu" - The Complexity of Love and Betrayal

Introduction:
"Phleng Bin Bai Ngiu," a Thai romance drama, tackles the intricate dynamics of love and betrayal. Despite perceptions of a stubborn and nonsensical storyline, this series stands out as an underrated gem for its mature narrative and exploration of adult themes.

Plot Summary:
The series revolves around two couples with contrasting motives—one driven by love and the other fueled by greed. Prai and Yuanta embody the facade of perfection, but underlying materialism complicates their relationship. Jom and the optimistic Prae face the consequences of an ambitious marriage built on financial gains. Love triangles ensue, emphasizing the significance of trust and the repercussions of broken marriages.

Character Analysis:
Prae and Prai emerge as standout characters, opting for an unconventional path as allies rather than seeking revenge or succumbing to infidelity. The gradual development of their connection adds depth to the narrative. However, Prae's character, while intriguing, occasionally suffers from stiffness in acting.

Acting:
The performances are a mixed bag. While Prae and Prai deliver decent portrayals, the true standouts are the characters of Yuanta and Jom. Despite being disliked by the audience, the actors skillfully bring depth to their roles, eliciting both empathy and disdain.

Pacing and Structure:
Despite criticism for its slow-burning pace, the series effectively allows viewers to immerse themselves in each character's journey, unveiling motivations and flaws. The narrative structure enhances engagement, providing a well-rounded exploration of the characters.

Themes and Lessons:
"Phleng Bin Bai Ngiu" adeptly explores themes of trust, the consequences of broken marriages, and the exploitation of kindness. The series successfully communicates these themes, offering viewers relevant moral and emotional lessons.

Cinematography and Soundtrack:
Visual elements, including cinematography and set design, contribute to the series' appeal. The soundtrack complements the narrative, adding tension and emotion to each scene, heightening the overall viewing experience.

Final Verdict:
Despite perceived shortcomings, "Phleng Bin Bai Ngiu" is a hidden gem in Thai romance dramas. With a mature narrative, complex characters, and valuable lessons, it provides a departure from conventional sweetness, making it worth a watch for those seeking a more nuanced exploration of relationships.

Conclusion:
In conclusion, "Phleng Bin Bai Ngiu" skillfully weaves a complex tapestry of love and betrayal. The standout characters and performances, coupled with thoughtful exploration of themes, elevate this series beyond initial impressions. It is a compelling and underrated addition to the world of Thai romance dramas.

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Heartfelt, Meaningful, and Brutal— Featuring Some of The Most Insane Crossovers In Drama History

"Death‘s Game" is one of those shows you inadvertently stumble on, get hooked on the first episode, and end up devouring the entire plate in one sitting; greedily overwhelming your tastebuds with all those flavors all at once.

It’s also one of those really good shows that emerge once every six years or so and leaves you feeling like an entire different person after, like you’ve just lived a once-in-a-lifetime experience solely just by watching it. Everything from the casting, cinematography, storyline, and overall production, are brilliant. Not only did the drama do an excellent job at making a strong impression right at the get-go, it also manages to maintain your attention throughout the drama through its atmospheric setting.

Don’t underestimate those 8 episodes, as you’re going to experience a roller coaster of emotions for each one of them. At times, you’re going to feel like you’re watching a melodrama; at other times, you feel like you’re watching a gripping tale about revenge, or even a psychopathic thriller. I find that the most suitable word to describe the overall plot is by using the term "mixing-pot." now, throwing in a plethora of ingredients (in this case, genre’s) may sound like a call for disaster. However, it can also produce an extraordinary concoction— one that allows the taster to experience flavors of sweetness, bitterness, disgust, revolt, and numbness, and Death’s Game is just that!

Since I haven’t read the original work, I don’t have much of a day in regards to how faithful the adaptation was to its source material. However, Death’s Game was an incredible watch nonetheless. Cinematography, soundtrack, acting, and overall production were brilliant. No complaints there. Plot-wise, it has an original and unique premise, solid pacing, and manages to captivate the audiences attention throughout with its excellent plot execution. Just when you’re a sobbing mess, the plot hits you with some thrilling scenes that’ll leave you with your butt clinched. Sure, there might’ve been a few plot holes and worldbuilding could’ve been focused on a bit more (SPOILER: reincarnation is a difficult genre to tackle. In this case, more clarification was needed to explain where the original hosts souls go after it gets occupied by our main character’s). In addition, the ending didn’t really make any contextual sense and completely disregarded the drama’s worldbuilding. However, I can overlook the first two for the most part because the experience of watching it alone was so mind-blowing and completely destroyed me.

Not to mention, this drama features some of the most ICONIC and UNEXPECTED crossovers in ALL of kdrama history. If you’re a seasoned k-drama veteran like me, you’re going to have a lot of moments where you’re like: "Ariana, what are you doing here?" since you’re going to be seeing characters like (SPOILER) Baek Hee-Seong encountering Mo Tae-Gu and find yourself stumbling for a bit.

All in all, among the 2023-2024 drama lineup, Death’s Game definitely takes the spot for the most memorable, and will remain one of the most highly-regarded masterpieces in (possibly) all off k-drama history.

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"Those who had feelings were caught in them"

Donnie Yen starred in and directed Sakra, a wuxia based on Jin Yong’s novel Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils. As I haven’t read the book I’m only critiquing this movie as a stand-alone. Kiu Fung was a man who had to figure out who he was and what he stood for after tragedies and treacheries befell him.

The infant Kiu Fung was left on the doorstep of a Song couple and grew up to be a master in the infamous Beggar Gang. After rescuing a caged young man from turning into a sacrifice he returns home only to be accused of murdering a fellow Beggar by the man’s wife. The wife also produces a letter revealing that Kiu is actually a Khitan, the most hated of enemies. He’s not given a chance to refute the “evidence” and ends up turning in his Dog Beating Staff. It goes downhill from there for Kiu as the bodies begin to rack up with everyone blaming him for the deaths. During one of the angry mob scenes, he rescues an injured thief and romance blossoms.

This was one of those movies where it was hard to like any of the characters. Donnie’s Kiu was a masterful fighter but came across as not terribly bright. He was framed and double-crossed on a routine basis. And when it was his turn to communicate and seek the truth he reacted like the Beggar Gang, Shaolin monks, and townspeople had and jumped to an illogical conclusion which led to deadly consequences. The rescued thief, Ah Zhu, had only one job-to be carried around and make big puppy eyes at Kiu.

Parts of the story needed to be explained better. Kiu had stood up for the downtrodden, sought to be moral at all times and yet everyone believed he could murder the people close to him. Was it jealousy? Or were they all simply awful people who refused to hear Kiu’s side of the story? The romance fell flat, partly because of the development on screen but also because the 60-year-old Yen was twice as old as his costar. He came across more paternal or perhaps as a kung fu master to her. I could see him feeling sorry for Ah Zhu and she in turn hero worshipping him, but romance didn’t come across on the screen. And while I’m at it, why would he ever think he could pass for thirty?

There were numerous fights as the world took on Kiu. I understand Yen is 60 and his body has taken enormous abuse through the years. It would make perfect sense to rely on camera tricks and stuntmen to sell the fights. What ended up on the screen were ridiculously undercranked/sped up moves as if The Flash and Quicksilver went at it. When fights are repeatedly sped up in martial arts movies, it usually means the moves were slow or missing their targets. I don’t mind light body work with people leaping and skipping over rooftops, but they seemed rather awkward here. Wuxia “magic” doesn’t bother me either except how many times can you watch people being blown through walls or floors before it becomes exceedingly redundant? I would normally enjoy watching Donnie pummel his opponents but the exciting brawls were few and far between in this one. It didn’t help that before one long drawn out fight, he had to have a drink with anyone who wanted to take him on---which turned out to be everyone. The scene dragged on interminably.

Sakra was watchable, but at 2 long hours, just so. The natural scenery was gorgeous and a couple of fight sequences were entertaining. The rest of the time it was painful watching the hero be slow-witted in thought and artificially accelerated with his fists.

6 January 2024

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Drinking in the windy snow as the snow turns to ashes. Lamenting that seperation's are irrecovable

I don't understand the hate LYN got during the drama's airing. In my honest opinion, LYN did the character justice, he became NYZ. It might be his best character drama yet. From the past dramas I've watched from him, I can see his growth, and deserves lead roles. Won't lie at first, I started this drama because of FYL. And I fell in love with the cast.

Can we talk about the growth of Princess Yang Ying, you can't tell me she and LTG weren't Ruyi and NYZ's children.

The ost's and the sound effects. Killer.

Writer Jie...What kind of ending are you giving us? You didn't have to kill half of the squad. And the ending...I am still confused about how I'm supposed to interpret the ending of the drama. Is she dreaming? Did she die? Is it a what-if? Like even the supposed kid of our main leads showed up...

Anyway, a must-watch drama, and the cast was amazing. Now I'm going to wish for a modern drama with the same cast with a happy ending. No dying this time.?

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Korea should take notes

This Drama was sheer perfection. EVERYTHING was right about it: The tone, the length, the story arcs, the character development, the music - everything.

The perfection of tone and length were closely related. Because the Drama was a perfect length, just 14 hours total runtime, the tone stayed sweet and positive throughout. I am a hardcore brony, who just LOVES a good romance Drama. In recent years, Korea has stopped producing any. Instead K Drama writers have decided that nothing says "romance" more than having a serial killer as a major part of every "romcom", or resorting to fantasy pairings like a girl with a demon, or a girl with Cupid, or a girl with a Reaper, etc. etc. etc.

What the writers of THIS Drama got write was in understanding that a simple, sweet, uncomplicated "girl meets boy and it's love at first sight" story is ALREADY pure fantasy, and doesn't need any other baggage thrown in. No need for dark scary psychopaths whose only real function is to pad out the overlong run time. No need for love triangles, stalker exes, or anything to spoil the short sweet fluff. Evefn the creepy, sleazy client was presented a brief a nod to reality and a setup for more OTP bonding.

This worked because the characters were well-written, and this leads me to the main reason why on my personal database, I scored this as 11/10. This Drama is very much in the model of Itazura Na Kiss and all its clones, but with one HUGE difference. From It Started With a Kiss to A Love So Beautiful and lots of similar Dramas in between, I have watched "cute ditzy girl falls for hunky brainiac" A LOT, and this is the VERY FIRST ONE EVER where the FL had an academic strength in which she excelled the ML and even taught him. That was ASTONISHING. My drop rate for C Dramas is high, more than 50% of the C Dramas I start I drop, and that's because of the toxic chauvinsitic misogyny rampant in modern C Dramasd especially. The heroes are good at EVERYTHING, the Fl good at nothing, except pehaps EQ. Not this one. To see an ML & FL tutoring each other and helping each other as true peers was beautiful.

This equality was openly expressed in the dialogue too. The scene where the ML defends the FL to her young cousin by telling him how good the FL is at English (sad we never hear her say a single word of it) was an example of the quality of the writing. Since I rely on subtitles, and since I know how VERY much is literally "lost in translation" whenever I see a Drama where I'm blown away by the quality of writing IN THE SEBS, I think about how awsome the actual dialog must be.

I loved the sensible, down to Earth forthrightness of the FL. She knew what she wanted and went for it, but she also grew as a person and was never passive or whiny. The ML was great too, a great example of a "damaged" ML who was NOT tsundere. His little speech at a product presentation he gave about the impact of the FL on his life was magnificent, as was his thoughtful, PRIVATE proposal.

Whenever I need a remider of why I fell in love with East Asian Dramas in the first place, and why when they get it right they are truly I magical, I will FLY TOWARDS this Drama for a rewatch

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A Charming Twist on Love: "Crazy Little Thing Called Love"

Overview:
"Crazy Little Thing Called Love" tenderly explores the nuances of first love, offering a heartwarming journey that resonates with viewers. Released in 2010, this Thai classic delicately captures the bittersweet essence of initial romantic experiences, combining humor, self-discovery, and an unexpected twist.

Plot:
At its core, the film beautifully tackles the heartbreaks associated with first love. Nam's journey, from her initial self-perceived 'ugliness' to the amusing attempts to catch Shone's eye, serves as a relatable and endearing narrative. The revelation of Shone's longstanding love for Nam adds a touching layer, turning the expected heartbreak into a tale of mutual affection and growth.

Performances:
Baifern and Mario Maurer's performances shine in portraying the vulnerability and authenticity of first love. Baifern, in her breakout role, adeptly conveys the emotional rollercoaster of initial heartbreak and self-discovery. Mario Maurer's portrayal of Shone is equally commendable, capturing the complexities of teenage emotions with charm and sincerity.

Music:
The music in "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" plays a crucial role in enhancing the emotional impact of the narrative. While not groundbreaking, the soundtrack effectively complements the film's exploration of the highs and lows of first love, creating an immersive experience for the audience.

Final Verdict:
"Crazy Little Thing Called Love" is more than just a romantic comedy; it's a heartfelt exploration of the emotional landscape of first love. The film skillfully navigates the delicate balance between humor and heartbreak, leaving the audience with a warm and nostalgic feeling. It serves as a poignant reminder of the universal experiences associated with youth and the enduring nature of first love.

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The overall pacing, cinematography and story telling is really great. I finished the drama in just 2 straight days watching it. The drama is really good in portraying the dark side of the Japanese invasion in Korea, it was diverted to having experimented to human beings and hence the creature. I liked that it was fantasy for the first time I have watched, I really am not a fan of this genre but it was a good decision to be having the genre fantasy.

Acting wise, I really like most of the characters, which a lot. I am really happy with Park Seo Jeon as the main lead, he carried the show alongside the people at the pawnshop. Han Seo Hee seems to having getting the same roles as her previous works but she is good at it.

It was a story of a mother's love.

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Dark comedy (sprinkled with action) at its finest

Was this movie made for me or something?

It's a dark comedy, utterly cynical movie about 2 deadly jaded assassin girls—that look anything but—living a boring but strange life in-between jobs that culminates in an utterly awesome final fight the likes of which you rarely see due to a functional choice of choreography I very much approve of.
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Stunts - 80/100 | Everything contained in the paragraph above is why I loved this movie. The rest is gravy.

Narrative - 80/100 | If you think you wanna watch a movie where 2 bored assassins do literally nothing except an occasional murder (and waste time in-between), then you'll probably enjoy this. Otherwise, you'll probably dislike this. I enjoyed it because their lack of purpose in life was a sight to see and Mahiro was strangely captivating as a character. Also because of the recurring funny little gags with the objects falling out of place, I've always loved those kinds of small visual gags. I don't know, it came together nicely for me.

Fight Choreography - 90/100 | The final fight is choreographed to look real instead of looking choreographed, an odd contradiction that works when done properly. Action choreographer Kensuke Sonomura will be one to watch for sure.

Enjoyment - 90/100 | Needed more fights. Needed better sound mixing for the guns in the 3rd act. More of this please. Thank you.

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Don't Waste Your Time.

The only reason I tried watching this disaster was for Miles Wei. I'd love to know if he's having financial troubles and did this series because he desperately needs the money or if he did it because he lost a bet.

The storyline is annoying from the beginning. FL, Tang Xie, lies to ML, Tang Yu, and doesn't stop lying and playing games. He enlisted Xie's help to attract Mingzu but apparently Mingzu couldn't be bothered to say she wasn't interested at their first meeting and Yu is "blindsided" when Mingzu marries Captain Lu, who she's known since childhood.

Yu may or may not be over the loss but Xie keeps bringing up the failed relationship and tells him he never had a chance. Yu repeatedly tells her to stop, but Xie insists that the more she causes pain, the quicker he will get over Mingzu.

The show begins with Xie posting about going broke buying cat treats but we never see a cat and Yu later gives her a cat that he ALREADY PROMISED to give to his sister.

Yu is a straitforward man and cuts to the chase and asks Xie if she likes him. How difficult is it to say "Yes"? Nope, she has to lie and play games. Yu deserves better and Xie deserves to be alone for life.

Oh, and let's not forget the creepy wall of photos she's taken of Yu. Dress them up with sparkly lights all you want, but that is truly stalker material at work.

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Not for everyone, but close to a masterpiece if it's your style

Very slight spoilers if any...

This is a show that requires patience, an open mind, and readiness to analyze what you're given.
The director's main field is in theater, which shows in how the story is told and how it's filmed. It could easily be adapted into a stage play. Thus this is very different than a typical bl and going into it thinking that it is similar would be a mistake. Tbh, it'd be a mistake to think of this as a romance at all. This is neither a romance nor a plot driven show. Rather it's an emotional psychological show that stars a simple 3 member cast.

This is a show with an incredible amount of details in the dialogue, and in lines (as in structural lines in the building, it makes sense once you watch). There are no flashbacks (think of this as a play), so everything is told purely through dialogue. This may be a turn off to some cause it can be more difficult to follow than a typical flashback. However I actually really like it because I can use my imagination to see what happened all while being able to watch the actor's emotions as they tell it. I'm able to see their real present emotions.
I'm writing this after my second watch. I previously watched this months ago, but decided to rewatch so I can absorb all the information and hidden meanings properly and I'm glad I did. Now that I know everything, every line as a hidden meaning. Every line has power. Despite this being a slow show there is not one moment in this show that is not important. Repetitive? I guess maybe, but that's really a stylistic thing. I'm on the side of it working to hammer in the points while also adding new info. It's also a show that works on the past and present having a significant amount of parallels. So if you're like me and like shows where you can analyze the scenes and dig deep into whats happening, this here is a gold mine.

Plot wise it's about the divide between people who live different kinds of lives, those who live trapped by the past, and those who fight to create a present they are proud of. In is a man who hides in fear from the world hoping nobody finds him, but it secretly lonely. Mol, a woman who ignores truth by living in a fantasy and rejecting anything that doesn't fit her ideal. And Wang, a young man who fights to find his truth and be free. The story revolves around these three and the emotional conflicts between them.

The acting is phenomenal. Brilliant casting choices. The acting is on the theatrical side, but because the show it written like a stage play, I say it fits. It might not work in some other shows, but here it's totally fine and I loved all the actors. Some of the best acting you'll see in a bl (if we're calling this that).

The reason I didn't give this a 10/10 is because admittedly the age gap does throw me off. I originally hesitated for a long time to watch this because age gaps are an immediate turn off for me, I gave this show a chance because I kept hearing nothing but praise for it. Now, this is not a romance and they don't end up together, so I deal with it. I also think that this emotional rollercoaster of an age gap family conflict show wouldn't work as well had Wang not been Mol's son. The show heavily relies on the parallels between the past of Mol/In/Siam, and the present of Mol/In/Wang. It also heavily relies on Wang being the young rebellious kind who grew up in a slightly more accepting society. This show would not work the say it did had this age gap not existed.
I absolutely don't blame people who don't watch the show due to the age gap, but I still think that even with it, 180 degree is an incredibly well made show that, if you have the patience for it, will take your heart, swing it around and crush it for 8 episodes, and then hand it back to you as you stare off in disbelief at what you just watched. It's quite good at repeatedly throwing emotional scenes at you when you're not ready for them. Just when you think the emotional stuff is over, it hits you harder in a different way.

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Simply Philippines ... I had watched the series, now finished.
Pros: the acting side of many and also that some of the actors and actresses were watchable (Kajo made sure of it...), from the beginning it looked like a fresh piece, the music wasn't so great anymore, it seemed very, very same to me, as with other pinoy projects, the trannys were less and they weren't even that dismembering, in that they were surpassed by the affected acting maid, which in the Philippines is a "normal" acting actress.
I liked less that everything was stretched "on a shoestring", the middle part is about almost nothing, all the time, minutes of credits before and after and that some creators try to instill in the audience that everyone can love everyone, regardless of orientation and gender . It's just that everyone has a given orientation, even though they may behave differently, ambivalently or completely opposite sexually. But overall satisfaction for a pleasant finish, freshness and openness.
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Prostě Filipíny ... seriál jsem měl rozkoukaný, nyní dokončeno.
Klady: herecká stránka u mnohých a též, že na některé z herců i hereček se dalo dívat (Kajo to jistil ...), ze začátku to vypadalo na svěží dílko, hudba už ne tak top, zdála se mi hodně, hodně stejná, jako u jiných pinoy projektů, transek méně a dokonce nebyly tak pitvořící se, v tom je předčila afektovaně hrající služka, což na Filipíny je "normálně" hrající herečka.
Už méně se mi líbilo, že vše bylo natahováno "na skřipec", prostřední část skoro o ničem, pořád dokola, minuty titulků před i po a že někteří tvůrci se snaží divákům vštípit to, že všichni mohou milovat všechny, bez rozdílů orientace a pohlaví. Prostě orientaci má každý danou, i když sexuálně se může chovat jinak, obojetně nebo zcela opačně. Ale celkově spokojenost pro příjemný závěr, svěžest a otevřenost.

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Both the song and the film (intertwine) are about the problems of couples with a larger age difference, in this case 24 years. Very solid acting, Arnold Reyes is also still in great physical shape, tasteful love scene. There are clouds in every relationship, if there are clouds, it's for consideration. Everything comes to an end. A good idea to connect the song, the text and the action.

Píseň i film (prolíná se) je o problémech párů s větším věkovým rozdílem, v tomto případě 24 let. Velmi solidní herectví, Arnold Reyes je navíc stále i ve skvělé fyzické formě, vkusná milostná scéna. V každém vztahu jsou i mráčky, pokud mraky, je to na pováženou. Všechno jednou končí. Dobrý nápad propojení písně, textu a hraného děje.

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Relationships between beings are so complicated and raise a lot of misunderstandings and questions ... This is also the case in this very successful Pinoy movie, when Gabriel and Jared clarify the weight of their relationship. The film is intimate, modern, I was particularly attracted by Gio Gahol in the role of Gabriel, good script and flair, but I would have liked to edit some of the scenes of the little people around a little, but that's just my opinion and taste. Anyway, a very above average project.

Vztahy mezi bytostmi jsou tak komplikované a nastolují řadu nedorozumění a otázek ... Tak je tomu i v tomto velmi podařeném pinoy filmu, kdy si vyjasňují mezi sebou Gabriel a Jared tíhu svého vztahu. Snímek intimní, moderní, oslovil mě především Gio Gahol v roli Gabriela, dobrý scénář a švih, ale klidně bych některé scény těch lidiček okolo malinko sestříhal, ale to je jen můj názor a vkus. Každopádně vysoce nadprůměrný projekt.

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