I would be happy to know continuation of all heroes' lifes

First of all, main couple's story was not intended for teen audience or for those who find a pleasure in watching fluffy or light romcoms, but business is a business and company did emphasized a little bit the story line of teenagers for commercial purposes which is in a way understandable. Personally I started to like to watch life dramas only as I was growing older and after going through some life hardships so I don't blame those who don't find appeal in main couple's story line. It's just not for them.
I liked the acting in these series and especially Khaotung's portrayal of his character left an imprint in my mind. Khaotung is like a magician who pulls you in his fictional world and allows you to see and to feel it through his personage. I believe this ability is a gift by nature so there is no need to compare it with other actors' abilities.
Alan and Wen's story was very heavy and well played as well. They both were guilty and they both struggled and I cheered for both of them and I wanted them to be happy together or on their own.
Jim was like a basis for all other participants, his plain and maybe not so exciting story line became a canvas for embroidering of the stories of other characters. His story is not a romantic story but a story of accepting, transformation, adaptation.
The colour grading was interesting. I did remember that there were a lot of red lanterns.
The storytelling itself was not perfect. There were plotholes, some events and dialogues were happening out of logic of story.
Finally, it would be nice to meet the heroes of these series again in the future.

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Concept belongs to more mature setting

Haunting hopeless atmosphere of 1984 turns out cartoonish in school setting. I don't believe that school children can talk so wisely, they don't have enough life experience. That's why this concept is more suitable for university and for mature public. I wish concept was more horrorish and depressive.
Ost music is pretty, cinematography is pretty, I like operator's work and there are many pretty cinematographic shots.
The budget was seemingly lacking and there were not enough funds to hire more extras. There are like 20-30 students and 10-15 teachers at most in a whole school. Locations are limited, some of them are shown repeatedly.
Actors overall were splendid. Leads tried to do their best. It's shame that some really well executed scenes lost their quality due to the missing pieces of context.
Kanaphan nicely portrayed a youth pressured by society. The way Khaotung showcased going into panic attack was amasing. Louis had the most challenging role and he did his best but he need to be more assertive and confident. Actresses who played teachers were very believeble. Other actors also worked hard.
Wat and Kan occasionally made me laugh.
Overal I feel series were made with a big love.

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