It can feel strange to describe love as feeling like an electric moment, but it often does feel electric, shocking, exciting, and overwhelmingly terrifying.

In the Korean BL film The Time of Fever, love is all of the above and more. Starring actors Won Tae Min and Do Woo, it tells the story of Ho Tae and Dong He, who have been inseparable since childhood, growing up like brothers. When Ho Tae returns to their hometown after his father’s funeral, he finds Dong Hee living in his old house, having been kicked out after coming out. Reuniting under one roof, their close bond begins to evolve as old feelings resurface. Dong Hee, who has secretly loved Ho Tae for years, tries to suppress his emotions, while Ho Tae is suddenly faced with unfamiliar feelings of his own. As Ho Tae recklessly dates others to avoid his confusion, their friendship is tested, leading to a gradual and emotional shift in their relationship.

Rarely do I find myself speechless after watching a film, but The Time of Fever is one of those rare stories that goes beyond words. It speaks through raw emotions and silent, pivotal moments, beautifully portraying the struggle of two young men navigating their sexuality and the intense, electric connection between them.

Won Tae Min and Do Woo deliver exceptional performances, capturing the delicate balance between love and fear—the fear of losing someone you’ve always been closest to, and the fear of hurting the person you love most.

Every moment of The Time of Fever is drenched in emotion: need, desire, torment, tenderness, and the aching pain of unspoken love. It’s all painted so vividly on screen that it’s impossible to look away.

From the first scene to the final frame, my heart was fully immersed in their story. Some loves are powerful enough to weather any storm, and Ho Tae and Dong Hee’s love feels like one of them.

The Time of Fever is a film that needs to be experienced. Its raw emotion, complex characters, and electric chemistry leave a lasting impact long after the credits roll. For anyone seeking a story that captures the highs and lows of love, fear, and longing, this film is an absolute must-watch. And the best part? You can stream it now on iQiyi.

Rating- 4 out of 5

(“The Time of Fever” was originally released as a film and re-released as a drama series on IQIYI)