Remarkable. This was the first word that came to me in how to describe this distinctive series from Cambodia, a country ostensibly not known for its BLs. But this word seems woefully inadequate, I am afraid. Maybe words are unwarranted here; perhaps only feelings are fitting. And my feelings are profound sadness, heartache, and a sense of betrayal. Yet, what still remains is just the meager shred of strength fed by the faintest spark of love.
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“Indigo Reimagined” Series Review (Ep.1 to 7)
I know my reviews of these floundering BL series perhaps are a bit too heartfelt, but I have great admiration for struggling productions which are making an effort to tell a story in its own way, no matter what the obstacles. So, therefore, I am willing and do indeed overlook many of the production flaws so that we can understand what motivates and drives these creations- a belief in themselves and an effort to tell a story with sincerity and commitment. Indeed, that is what this series is. It is a surprisingly intense BL series full of real people with genuine problems told perhaps a bit over dramatically. But as uncomfortable as the story is, there is nonetheless an underlying veracity to its message.
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“For Him” First Impressions (Ep.1 to 3)
Him is not as I thought previously an object pronoun but the name of one of the main characters. Kuddos for Thai BL for always being so creative when it comes to character names.
“Pit Babe” First Impressions (Ep.1 to 3)
Alpha, Beta, and Omega are the three names represented in the ABO romance genre. Alpha’s being the dominant in relationships between men or women; while Betas are normally not as strong as Alphas, Omegas have lesser strength than them, with the unique ability to get pregnant whether male or female. This is the world that “Pit Babe the Series” takes place in. The drama series is one of the few I have seen that features an ABO format, but the aspects of the show that make sense because of it are so subtle it’s yet unclear if it’s truly necessary to include this trope.
“Cherry Magic Thai” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
The much-awaited Thai adaptation of “Cherry Magic” is here, folks, and it’s off to a steady start.
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“Cooking Crush” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
I have been watching BL series from the time OffGun were almost officially considered BL royalty. Times have changed, there are more and more ‘official’ ships, where actors promote as a ship and pair together for multiple projects. What was once a novelty is now increasingly common. Which is why, rather than the reliance on a pairing alone, there needs to be more focus on the show itself to keep viewers engaged.
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“Mr. Sahara and Toki-kun” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
Falling in love may seem simple, but it’s a complicated process that goes well beyond our beating hearts. Love requires a level of openness and courage that isn’t always easy to tap into.
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“Venus in the Sky” Series Review (Ep.1 to 10)
“Venus in the Sky” has been the talk of the town in the huge world of Thai BL series for the past few months due to its intriguing content. I went into this trip with high expectations because I’m a big admirer of Tod Pranapong, who’s returning to the world of BL dramas after the “What the Duck” era.
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“My Plantito” Series Review (Ep.1 to 7)
I really, really wanted to like this series. With every fiber of my being, I was hoping it would come through at the end with something to make me like it; but it just did not. This manifests more like an ‘afternoon school special’ or a Hallmark movie. Seemingly sweet, cute, and feels adorable and you think has a point, but it really does not. It is all so superficial. It started out much like a light romantic BL with catchy music to draw you in, assuming this will be cheery, light-hearted, and charming. Unfortunately, this series is self-absorbed, unromantic, and honestly, irritating. Save one character, the rest of them are rather shallow individuals.
“VIP Only” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
“VIP Only” is a Taiwanese BL drama that revolves around Gu Jing (Stan Huang) and Liu Li (Xuan Chen). Gu Jing is a good chef who owns a creative, retro restaurant. He opens his restaurant anytime he wants. Gu Jing finds that there is a boy who often visits his restaurant and takes the quietest seat, that’s Liu Li. Liu Li is a BL novelist who rents a room upstairs from Gu Jing’s restaurant. Gu Jing often sends Liu Li a bowl of spicy beef noodles, whenever he seems sad or resolute. Slowly, Gu Jing becomes the person that Liu confides in, the person who keeps him company. Gradually, Liu Li realizes that his fantasies may be different from reality.
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