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Weekly BL Updates
August has been a busy month and although a couple of shows have ended in the past few weeks; there has been a stealthy flow of new and upcoming dramas. Without further ado, let’s dig into the latest updates and exclusives from the BL world!
“Red, White & Royal Blue” Movie Review
While adaptations are few and far between to come by, a classic retelling is always difficult to recreate. Matthew López’s “Red, White & Royal Blue” quickly dispels this notion in the first few minutes itself. Adapted from Casey Mcquiston’s book of the same name, the film revolves around the whirlwind romance between Alex Claremont-Diaz (Taylor Zakhar Perez), the First Son of the United States, and Prince Henry (Nicholas Galitzine), the spare to the British Crown. The novel became hugely popular because of the flirty banter between these two obnoxious characters who are uniquely divergent, yet loveable and vulnerable in their own ways. If you have read the original content, you will appreciate the slow burn romance between Alex and Henry, which briskly touches on the most important questions faced by the queer community. The movie takes these points into consideration while developing a love story that essentially celebrates Alex and Henry’s relationship. As such, let’s sit down and list our favorite moments as we reminisce about this beautiful movie; truly a film for one & all!
“Love Class 2” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
Three different stories. Three different university experiences. Three different romances.
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“Secret Service” by Tal Bauer
I first read Tal Bauer when his book “Gravity” was recommended to me by one of my IG mutuals with a good emphasis on low angst , high fluff and oh boy it did deliver on both accounts. But of the three books I have read by Tal Bauer, I liked this bodyguard romance more. And the reason I felt it works for me is because of the thriller aspect of the plot.
“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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Recent Controversies in The BL Industry
More often than not we forget that celebrities are human beings, just like you and me. The only difference is when they make a mistake it is referred to as a ‘Scandal’ or a ‘Controversy’. They find themselves apologizing for things that we do on the day to day basis. Should celebrities be held to a higher standard than the average person? Or should we let them live their personal lives as they wish? That’s the hottest topic on the internet right now and we are here to join in the conversation.
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