SeaChanthasarnviwat
Disappointment as Gem & 4 fan
I need to start off by saying that I am a fan of the lead actors, and I tried to watch the series for as far as I can. However, on the contrary to the other series, I ended up dropping this show to watch others, and only returned to it when I ran out of other shows to watch.The music is good - I really like the songs. My main problem is the script / writing. I know Kongthap supposed to be this robotic dude who doesnt really process emotion so well, but his character was sooooooo flat for a 12 eps drama especially without a clear background of the character. Atom is the carry of the show, but even Fourth's cuteness couldnt really save it. I ended up getting super annoyed by the on-screen chemistry between the two that i would rather see 12 hours of the two being together off screen than the show itself to be honest.
As a long-time Thai BL fans, i have gotten used to product placement already. However, i also must say that the level of product placemenf on this show took us back to the level Thai BL series was 4 years ago... Im frankly not sure why they decided to sink this low when Gem4 is already quite a pair?
I still would love to see more of these two, but I kind of hope that they are in better hands. Perhaps Tee Bundit or New Siwaj would can bring out more from these two...
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New ingredients, but surprisingly delicious dish
I have never written a review on this site, but I feel obliged to write this given some of the harsh critics and how I fell in love with this series despite a relatively new pair of leads.The plot is not really new as a theme. We have had City of Stars and Lovely Writer that talked about entertainment industry. However, the core of the plot about making choices between love and dream, sacrifices, and others are such a fresh breeze. I also love how the relationship of the main pair is a healthy one from start to finish - not a sham-turned-romantic and one-sided love, etc.
Keen / Moo is the star of the show. I cried nearly everytime he was in tear. He reminded me of Fourth from MSP, but much more dramatic. His acting is also natural in my view. I hope GMM continues to push him forward.
Sea / Kang is a bit stiff in my opinion, but I can see development of his acting skill through the series. I love the chat between Kang and Moo on EP12 the most. I feel that was when he has the best expression in the entire show. While I am not the biggest fan of his acting skill, I must say that the cool, calm, and less expressful acting somewhat suits the Kang character from the original novel. He somewhat reminded me of Tinn from MSP to a certain degree.
Lastly, the second Pair of Yos and Tae was a good match. I must say Im quite annoyed and perplexed how the two lived together for a year without discussing how they are in love with each other. However, I still adore Aun and would love to see more of him in main role.
I hope GMM gives us more KeenSea. The two are really good together!
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Ordinary yet special
It is your typical RomCom, a standard plot with no real twist, and with lots of bland characters. However, I ended up rewatching this one a LOT!The show is filled with cute and heartwarming moments. Think of this show as something to turn on on repeat to lighten up your heavy days.
I know a lot of people complains about the bland characters, but I view this as a design choice by the director. With so many character to manage, a clean and clear character design is probably the easy but effective way out for the series that aims to be light-hearted. Lets face it. If you are a BL fan, you would probably have seen Satang, Pond, Phuwin, and Winny on more serious roles than this.
I also love the fact that all pairs have their own song that basically sum up their plot points... well, except Peem Poom perhaps - that OST seems to be more of a show off of Phuwin's singing skill.
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