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This show is short and sweet, leaving you with a smile on your face. Because Of You almost gives me Long Time No See vibes, just because its something you can sit and watch all in one sitting and not feel tired.
The series itself seems a bit shakily produced, as if they wanted to put in a deeper plotline, but gave up halfway through. It's not exactly bad, but you can definitely tell something's missing there.
I also felt as if three couples was too much for this little series to handle. There's only about two hours of air time, if even that, and yet somehow they expected to fit in three love stories?
I'm not saying I didn't enjoy all three couples, because i did. They each had their own charms and strong points. I just wish perhaps they could've focused on one main couple instead of trying to fit in an hours worth of screentime for a couple into only a few minutes of each episode.
I do admit i favoured one of the couples over the other two (although, i think we all do haha). Jun Cheng and Lin Xun's chemistry is just out of this world, and i hope they're able to do a full-length series together in the future.
All-in-all, i thoroughly enjoyed this drama as a quick watch as i wait for the next episodes of the full-length series I'm watching.
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After a year of waiting, this series topped all expectations
For a LOT of viewers, we saw the trailer on GMM for 1000 Stars in 2020, and anticipated the show for awhile, as the plot seemed fresh and the story was attention-grabbing. But with a lot of issues coming up, the filming was delayed for a looong time, and i know that personally i was disheartened by this, and found myself looking forward to this series less and less as time went on, unsure if it would ever actually air.But then, it did. And im not sure how GMM will ever top it.
For starters, the casting is perfect, especially for Dr. Nam. His smugness while teasing Phu, or his serious tone during the darker bits of the series, i absolutely cannot think of anyone who would've played the character better.
The story itself is a heart-wrenching, bittersweet love story that will have you find yourself crying to yourself while watching the premiere. As much as i LOVE a good university story, recently, with Fish Upon The Sky following 1000 Stars, and Bad Buddy coming out soon this year, along with the countless others GMM has released, seeing this rural village setting was refreshing, and seeing our main character, Tian, adapt to living there was heartwarming.
Seeing Tian slowly get to know and befriend both the children he was teaching, and all of the Pha Pun Dao villagers was probably my second favorite part of this whole series (first favorite is definitely Tul telling Tian "don't worry, im sure theres lots of handsome guys for you to choose from" haha...just kidding :P). Their interactions together are sweet and leave you feeling warm and fuzzy, seeing how much everyone cares for one another.
The relationship between Phu and Torfun was one that i enjoyed seeing the flashbacks of. Usually in a BL series, producers enjoy making the women of the story the "bad guys" usually, but that's not the case with Torfun. She is a beautiful soul, and a kind woman who cares deeply for those around her.
If you're hesitant on watching this due to the "Beating Again" vibes it gives off, don't be. Tian doesn't fall for Phu due to Torfun's heart influencing him, it's completely his own feelings.
On that subject, Tian and Phu's relationship and relationship development will make you cry if you're single, or call up your boyfriend/girlfriend if you have one. Watching their interactions and seeing how their feelings develop from "doing this out of duty" to something much, much more, it puts SOTUS to shame. (Sorry Krist, sorry Singto, still love you guys... :P)
Overall, please please watch this masterpiece. You're missing out if you haven't already watched it, and if you have, well theres always time to rewatch it :P
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Dark Blue Kiss is, in my opinion, one of the best BL dramas to air in 2019.Even the 8.5 overall rating it has now seems too low for me; the drama is showcasing realistic LGBT relationships.
Starting with the main couple, PeteKao. I regret not watching their series(Kiss: The Series, and Kiss Me Again) sooner. Although the former doesn't exactly show much of their relationship, there's still enough chemistry between the two of them to leave you satisfied. In Kiss Me Again, you can see how their relationship grew from strangers, to enemies, to lovers. Seeing Dark Blue Kiss, you can't help but feel excited to see what else GMM has in store for PeteKao.
The series starts with the two of them living their lives happily, having kept up their strong relationship for almost 3 years. Watching their interactions, you can tell the actors themselves are a lot closer than they were in Kiss: The Series, or Kiss Me Again, and it helps elevate the characters relationship.
The show did a wonderful job at portraying their relationship, and their break-up too. Instead of playing off Kao's betrayal like it was nothing, and having Pete forgive him right away, DBK gave Pete a chance to feel angry with Kao.
Although, in my heart, i wanted the two of them to stay together for the entire series, their break-up only strengthened their relationship, in the long run. Pete was able to swallow down his anger and pride in order to help Kao, and in return, Kao became more confident in their relationship, telling his mom, and acting open with their friends.
All in all, DBK did a wonderful job at continuing the storyline of our beloved couple, PeteKao.
Onto the side couple, SunMork.
I have three words for this side couple.
Oh. My. God.
In my opinion, SunMork is probably one of the best side couples in Thai BL! (I have to specify Thai, because nothing can beat Zhou Zi and Jack from Trapped!)
We saw a bit of interaction between Sun and Mork in Kiss Me Again, whenever Rain would bring Mork into Sun's cafe. This couple is a classic enemies to lovers, a trope that never gets old.
Their relationship was also shown in a realistic light; the two of them grow close to one another by a mutual friend (or in Sun's case, brother), and therefore have to spend time together.
Nothing about them seems rushed. They spend a solid amount of time together (Thank you, Rain), and grow to know one another pretty well.
Sun begins to look out for Mork, too, along with Rain, which softens Mork's heart towards him. (Anyone else obsessed with Mork's smiley wake-up scene after Sun offers him a job?)
But their relationship wasn't perfect, either. Sun still had the old idea of Mork in his head; the Mork that got into fights, and caused trouble. (Even after their promise ㅠ why sun whyyy)
The two of them lose contact, as well, avoiding each other at all costs. If Rain hadn't been there, caring about them both, i don't think they'd be together in the end.
But thankfully, Rain was there! And he helps them gain confidence in themselves, and in their feelings for one another.
I would definitely rewatch this series just for all of the cute SunMork moments!
The DBK series as a whole, too, is wonderful. There aren't any annoying female characters throwing themselves on to the main leads, which is a common trope in BLs. (whyy...most viewers are female...why would you do this to us ㅠ) And the supportive parents/friends is a nice touch, too. But my absolute favourite part is that all of the main leads don't use the "I'm not gay, i just like him." trope! They're all openly mlm, which brings a smile to my LGBT face.
To finish this off, I'd just like to say this show is a definite must-watch, even if you haven't seen Kiss:The Series and Kiss Me Again!
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