I didn’t quite know what to expect when I started this utopian/dystopian series from production company Bones (which also produced SK∞ the Infinity). The plan was to watch three episodes do a “First Thoughts” post, then return to it later after doing a few more pieces.
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“Sarazanmai” Series Review (Ep.1 to 11)
First, let me say that this series has got to be one of the strangest yet most addicting series I have ever seen. I literally could not turn it off because when I tried, I was just left wondering, “WTF is going to happen next?!?” So I binged it one sitting.
“Stay With Me” Series Review (Ep.4 to 24)
How often do we see or read something that takes time to adapt or to process and then leaves us feeling lonely after we finished watching or reading it? Lots of BL dramas and movies are released every year, but only some of them leave a meaningful impact. Stay with Me is one of such dramas that left a deep impression on me. I was hooked from the first episode until the last one. Everything about this series starting from the story line, characters, settings to the direction, was topnotch. Like most of the people, I went into watching the series, thinking about how amazing and well-received the original Addicted was and I never thought that anyone can make a better version of the original show without ruining it. And I am very happy and glad to be wrong. As I had already mentioned in the first impressions- watch the show without comparing every little thing to original one.
“Buddy Daddies” Series Review (Ep.1 to 12)
In Hindi, we have a saying, samajhne wale samajh gaye (the ones who needed/wanted to understand have understood).
“Love Class 2” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
Three different stories. Three different university experiences. Three different romances.
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“Vian” Series Review (Ep.1 to 12)
This BL starts out rather non-descript and frankly, a bit boring. While the initial premise is interesting, it is only referenced once in the beginning mysteriously and then only tangentially afterwards, which made me wonder about the whole series. True to its Vietnamese roots, it has some powerful and poignant dramatic resplendence. However, its sustainability wears off rather quickly.
“Stay” Series Review (Ep.3 to 7)
This seven episode joint venture between the Filipino and American community in the form of a bicultural series follows the Pinoy screenwriter, Andre (Sebastian Castro) who traveling to Los Angeles for an award acceptance ceremony. Making less than favorable life choices, he ends up rooming with Joshua (Ellis Gage), a hardworking American of Korean descent. Although their relationship stars as tenant and landlord but as the two learn more about each other, things change.
“La Pluie” Series Review (Ep.3 to 12)
In a world where some people are destined to have soulmates, can the universe really determine who will make you happy? Can you defy your destiny? Do you want to?
“Heartstopper Season Two” Series Review (Ep.1 to 8)
There is something to be said when a teenage romance becomes a heartwarming experience that feeds your souls and alleviates your worries. Adapted by Alice Oseman from her own graphic novels, Heartstopper Season Two is a four hours long marathon that quickly immerses you into a mature romance that is equal parts endearing and angsty. Remaining true to its name, the sequel takes you on a fun filled journey while dealing with hefty topics like biphobia, eating disorders and asexuality. Ms.Oseman creates a world that is fraught with real problems; issues that teenagers face when they are coming to terms with their sexuality. Peculiarly though, the sequel does pan its lens on the older generation as well, as they rediscover themselves and try to commune with their inner desires. In short, the second season is more gritty; it draws important questions, deliberately pinpointing subjects that we choose to ignore or sideline. In short, Heartstopper S2 is joyous, wholesome and realistic!
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“His Man Season Two” Series Review (Ep.3 to 14)
“Perseverance is the key to success”
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