My watch list is overflowing with BL dramas. This is a statement that I never thought would be feasible.
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Tag Archives: Japanese BL
Favorite BL OST- Part II
“Music touches us emotionally, where words alone can’t.” ― Johnny Depp
Favorite BL OST
Music is a powerful thing. Many of us have entire playlists that carry us through different moments in our lives. From heartbreak and grief to romance and joy, music has an incredible way of adding intensity to everyday life.
Favorite BL Scenes- Part IV
The common theme for this week’s feature seems to be “Pain and Angst”; as our chosen authors share their favorite moments.
“Semantic Error” Series Review (Ep.1 to 4)
An ongoing BL webtoon based on the novel of the same name by Jeo Suri, Semantic Error is illustrated by Angy Kim and serialized in RidiBooks. It focuses on computer science major Chu Sangwoo and Department of Design star Jang Jaeyoung.
Exclusive Interview With New Age Director Hamish Downie
There are very few directors who have the courage and determination to turn their visions into exemplary artworks. While it is easy to demand marriage equality rights for the LGBTQ community; a positive portrayal of the said subject that evokes a thoughtful depiction is a rather difficult task. In the midst of this metaphorical worldview, we have one director who is trying to make a difference by mirroring his own cathartic experiences.
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“Kei x Yaku: Dangerous Partners” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
Confession: I played through all the Yakuza video games during the 2020 lockdown and now consider myself an expert on Japan’s criminal underworld.
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“Sasaki to Miyano” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
Based on the manga of the same name and written by Shō Harusono, this cute anime has just started airing and it is everything a normal BL is not. Only two episodes have aired as of now but I can say that the story is full of fluff. It’s just fluff all the way. If you ever want to recover from watching something emotionally heavy, this is it for you.
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Favorite BL Scenes
Whether you’re reading a book, watching a drama, or enjoying a film, there are always moments that leave an impression, moments that stick with a person long after the book, drama, or film has ended.
“Rasen no Meikyu: DNA Kagaku Sosa” Series Review (Ep.3 to 7)
There are very few shows that maintain a considerable consistency throughout their runtime; Rasen no Meikyu: DNA Kagaku Sosa is one of those few dramas. It was remarkably persistent in its storytelling and the script never wavered from its tagline.
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