It was another unrushed week with very few news updates. But we always make it a point to bring you the latest in the BL/GL world. Something new & attractive keeps spinning the wheel. Let’s find out what is happening in our queer diaspora!
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“Khar Taw Mi” Movie Review
I have a confession to make here. I had to watch this series twice to fully appreciate it. I dislike obfuscation and initially felt that is what was going on in this short film. Perhaps because I am from the United States, I like things to be made crystal clear and upfront. Which, of course, this short film does not. Being also inquisitive, I read a variety of comments about this short film which certainly educated me. I realized how myopic and clouded my thinking was. Therefore, I watched it again in light of my newfound appreciation of traditional Burmese culture and Myanmar’s current political climate.
“My Stand-In” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
Love isn’t always beautiful or happy. In truth, love isn’t really about beauty at all but the depths to which we can fall, good or bad. The beautiful is in the good. The pain is in the bad.
“Strange Way of Life” Movie Review
The highly anticipated “Strange Way of Life” a short film that ran festival circuits and had a limited release in major theaters is now available on streaming platforms and video on demand. The film directed and written by Pedro Almodovar stars Ethan Hawke as Sheriff Jake and Pedro Pascal as Silva. The story is comparable to Ang Lee’s “Brokeback Mountain” due to the “Love that can’t be talked about” situation between Jake and Silva. Something that started 25 years ago and hasn’t been forgotten by neither men despite the distance between them; only to be reignited when Silva appears at Jake’s door. But are his intentions purely for Jake or is there more to it?
“A Secretly Love” Series Review (Ep.1 to 12)
In the vibrant tapestry of Thai series, “A Secretly Love” stands out as a gem, weaving a tale of unspoken desires, tangled relationships, and personal growth against the backdrop of school life. At the heart of this narrative lies the magnetic performances of Kimmon Warodom, one of the best actors in the Thai entertainment industry, whose portrayal of Pluem captivates audiences with its depth and nuance.
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BL Mini-Bytes
Last week was slightly slow on uptake, with less announcements. There were hardly any surprises with random hits & misses. The quietest weekend so far, there might be a storm brewing; you never know when it comes to the quirky BL world!
A Casual Tell-a-Tale with Thai GL Author Salmon Writing
Following the sumptuous success of recent GLs like “Gap The Series” & “23.5”, Girls’ Love genre seems to be trending. As such, famous GL novels are being adapted as original sources and are in demand. Recently, popular Thai GL author Salmon Writing announced adaptation of her novels, “Built in Love” and “Queendom”. One of the forerunners in an industry that is still trying to catch up with its male counterpart (Boys’ Love), Salmon Writing has penned a dozen of love stories spanning from fantasy, action thrillers to historicals. We sat down for a brief conversation with the mindful author to gather her thoughts about the said genre and her books!
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“At 25:00 in Akasaka” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
Insecurity and a strong desire to succeed in a passion can create barriers between yourself and the world, making it difficult to see the people cheering you on.
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MileApo: the Story Behind One of the Biggest BL pairing of Thailand
Mile Phakphum Romsaithong is an actor, singer, composer, and musician from the Thai agency Be On Cloud (BOC). Apo Nattawin Wattanagitiphat is an actor and model from Be On Cloud agency. They formed their pairing in 2021 for the series KinnPorsche, in which they played the lead roles of Kinn (Mile) and Porsche (Apo).
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Midweek Updates
The BL industry keeps busy with frequent updates and exclusives. Be it Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese or Korean market, the competition is tough; the genre is making leaps and bounds. The last three days saw sumptuous amount of inputs which will leave you pleasantly surprised!
