“They say that matches are made in heaven, but the timing is decided here on earth.”
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“Love At The End of The World” Series Review (Ep.1 to 9)
“From the day we arrive on the planet
And, blinking, step into the sun
There’s more to see than can ever be seen
More to do than can ever be done
There’s far too much to take in here
More to find than can ever be found
Through despair and hope
Through faith and love
‘Til we find our place
On the path unwinding
In the circle
The circle of life”
(Excerpts from The Circle of Life from The Lion King)
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“You Are My Sunshine- 2021” (2 Episodes) and “You Are My Stupid Boy- 2022” (3 Episodes) Series Review
Honestly, it is hard for me to be objective about Vietnamese BL’s. There is something so organic and raw about them that they have become incredibly endearing to me. And these two short series live up to that standard as well. It is simply a joy to watch and experience. It is obviously a low-budget production with some sound and technical issues; but what it lacks in quality, it makes up for it with intense efforts on the part of the actors and actresses. It is truly and honestly a labor of love. You can see their complete commitment to this series.
“Love Area Season One” Series Review (Ep.1 to 6)
I am a bit surprised at myself for liking this drama so much. Variations of this theme have been done previously, with some having limited efficaciousness. But this one really works. While seemingly contrived in the beginning, it settles down quickly into a solid story of self-discovery and coming to the realization that your actions do affect others.
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“Mr. Cinderella” Series Review (Ep.1 to 8)
This series utterly confounded me. I did not understand it – initially. The story was choppy, incoherent at times, and made little sense to my western-oriented mind. Frankly, I did not understand the fairy-tale related title and what it had to do with the series. Humbly, I want to explain my bewilderment of this series from two vastly different perspectives.
“Beef, Cupcake & Him” Movie Review
This short movie is simply astonishing. It starts out as another gourmet themed BL series which seems to be the latest trend in Boys’ Love as opposed to college settings. The story line is not necessarily unique but because of great character development, excellent acting, and an immersed story, this movie has become an early favorite of mine in 2022.
“Padayon” Series Review (Ep.1 to 6)
Padayon is a Filipino word in the Visayan dialect, meaning onward or to continue. And this series is aptly named.
“Y Destiny” Series Review (Ep.1 to 15)
Frankly, this series received several bad reviews, and therefore I was not expecting much from it. As I watched, however, I became more and more engrossed in its story and the continuum.
“Single All the Way” Movie Review
Be careful when you watch this Christmas-themed movie. It could land you into a diabetic coma from its sweetness and cuteness. Please do not misunderstand me. It is not a bad movie; it just is not my cup of tea, so to speak. Sure, it may make you feel good and perhaps even smile, but its own reality is a true fantasy.
“Where Your Eyes Linger” Series (Ep.1 to 8)/Movie Review
Since I had watched the series ages ago, I decided that I would watch the movie version as well. And I am glad I did as you see the story flow so much more clearly.
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