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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.

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“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.

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“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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