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spoilers? i guess?anyway i absolutely loved this series. i started it two days ago and i couldn't stop watching, i'm so addicted to watching bl's i swear it's probably not healthy lmao. ae and pete were so adorable in the beginning, though I kinda wish ae wasn't so possessive and clingy. it was cringy especially when one of his friends would so much as put a hand on pete's shoulder and he'd be fuming and get all fired up. also the sex scenes weren't my favorite, especially since it was just weird to imagine someone as timid, soft, and quiet as pete having sex with ae. while i'm glad the writers didn't waste time on letting pete and ae get into a relationship pretty soon compared to other bl's where the couple waits until the last or second to last episode to date/resolve their feelings, which was pretty refreshing to see actually.
like most of the reviews here i'm just going to be blunt and say TINCAN. DESERVED. BETTER. POINT BLANK PERIOD.
honestly tincan was the main reason i kept watching. yes ae and pete were cute for a while but their excessive cuteness got boring and overbearing after a while, and tincan was a nice addition to the plot. i how liked how the enemies to lovers trope was portrayed and was interesting to watch. it's kinda like in 2 moons, i mainly kept watching for the mingkit ship haha what is it with me and side pairings.
unfortunately tincan is the only side pairing i was truly invested in and cared about. the two other main pairings (kengkla x techno, and tum x tar) were unnecessary i feel and the aepete/tincan plotlines could've been better developed without these unnecessary couples. it's kind of like when your watching a tv show on tv and it transitions to commercial break for a while and shows the same five commercials it does every commercial break-that's basically how i felt watching the two other minor ships. first of all WHAT'S WITH ALL THE RAPE?! i get trying to bring awareness to this horrible crime that occurs in the world every day, but if you can't do it right then don't do it at all. idk if this is spoiling but there was one scene in a later episode where one of the characters takes advantage of another and it was so uncomfortable? and the aftermath of this encounter felt like rape was being romanticized but idk if that's just me. i feel like this pairing could've gotten together in better, less illegal and immoral ways.
in conclusion: tincan is the main thing that kept me going lmao but the drama was actually really good. it was actually pretty realistic especially the platonic relationships, and less use of cliches such as supportive parents instead of entirely homophobic parents because not all parents are homophobic and pete's mom beat that stereotype. and i felt myself becoming comfortable with most of the characters quick because they acted like relatable teenagers such as myself. they weren't awkward and they seemed like they weren't even acting and that they were all best pals in real life. speaking of the acting, it was amazing, and holy shite the actor who played ae was only 17?! he was so young but managed to pull of his character so well and i admire that so much. minus a few parts i didn't enjoy, i couldn't stop watching. this is one of those shows that really do need a season 2 because there were a lot of things left unclear or had conflicts to be explored in more depth that couldn't be done in the first season.
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i have to say that i was expecting something totally different and i was a little bit disappointed. i decided to watch it because i've been seeing some clips all over the internet and i was reeeally excited when i started it..but that's actually not that exciting. i mean okaay it's a drama, it's kinda normal but -i swear- there were scenes i couldn't even watch bc they were way too cringe. not all of them, i mean there were some that i really apprecciated like the one where pete tells his mom he is gay, that got me like ''ohww protect!!'', but the rest was a bit awkward for me. SOOOO many cliches and uuugh not my type i'm sorry. if i watched it in middle school i would've definately loved it ahah. but i got to say the actors were preeetty pretty good!! HUGE shout out to Mean, the actor who plays tin, not only bc he's so ̶h̶o̶t̶ but he's truly good! anyway it was okay after all but i can't really recommend it :(btw tin and can were so cute ????????
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Although Pete x Ae was the main couple, I still wanted to see more of Tin x Can and Techno x Kengkla. My immediate thought on them having less air time is that the other two couples will have their own series is that this series is mere introduction to their stories. Tin x Can have a little more air time than Techno x Kengkla and now we are having Love By Chance 2 that will feature their story.
I couldn't digest the fact that Trump's character was dissolved so soon in the series despite the drastic impact it had on Pete's character. I would have liked him being around a little longer. Considering how twisted and vicious Trump is, he was put off rather easily and early in the series. But then I haven't read the novel so I can't be demanding. Perhaps, the story isn't the kind where you want the bad guy to linger for long. Tin's prejudice was held long enough to irritate Pete and Ae.
Techno seemed an interesting character to me and I hoped to see more of him but guess, he and his buddies Type and Champ are for limited comic relief. Kengkla's obsession towards Techno is portrayed to be subtle however, I hope they could bring it out to light and strong if they both get to have their own series someday.
I did watch the series twice for fun and because I was bored so the rewatch value is 8 if you can overlook Can's annoying character. He gave Tin a hard time but then I think he deserved it considering the prejudice he held for so many reasons to so many people. Their bickering was refreshing though, I won't lie. They kept things from getting monotonous.
In the end, I will say this that Love By Chance is worth a watch. Its a mellow story for fun time.
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Ae and Pete Should Be The Gold Standard Of BL
So if you haven't seen "Love By Chance" and you enjoy BL romance shows WATCH THIS ONE pleaseee. Now even though TharnType is still one of my top shows because of the plot and love for the two main characters, this show succeeded past TharnType in a very prevalent way. Open discussion of consent and protection. These are 2 very verryyyyy important topics that TharnType either glossed over or didn't properly convey at all. I can say without a doubt Ae and Pete's relationship specifically is the healthiest, sweetest, most well-developed couple in any BL series I've watched so far. There's no hatred towards each other from the start, which is such a trope that needs to be dropped unless it's for a valid reason (like in TharnType) just kindness. The actors have very sweet chemistry, seriously there's a lot of emotion there clearly and it made me really happy. Each scene was done well and again CONSENT was blatantly established which is fantastic, as well as protection being openly discussed.Ae and Pete should set the standard for BL couples for real. I don't understand people's arguments of their arch "getting old" because I didn't feel that at all. It felt genuine, well-deserved/built up well and I wanted to see more from them as a couple that didn't need to go through a ton of BS to be great. Pete also has become one of my favorite BL drama (or just television) characters ever. Every time his character was on the screen I melted and smiled like an idiot. He is best boy, so freaking wholesome and needs to be protected at all costs! Literally I would protect Pete with my LIFE. Seriously great job on Saint's part because this is his best role in my eyes.
The series also has a solid straight couple arch in it, including a character (Pond) whom I didn't like at all at the beginning but who grew on me a lot throughout the story. However, Chompoo man...she was so irritating! I liked Tin and Can as well, they grew on me more as time passed. Mostly because Tin's character was interesting and I really like that actor. But the other "couple" was a huge nope for me, you know what I'm talking about (explained more at the end of review). However, Ae and Pete make up for it so much! Discard any TharnType references in this show, they don't pan out in the TharnType show since the entire cast got replaced (thank god, though I am sad for my sweet boy Earth who plays Tar in this).
I also wanted to say a negative about this show is Techno's storyline with Kengkla. Not good, for a show that's very consensual that certainly wasn't and I want a positively thought out discussion about it in the second season. Especially when you have a character like Tar in this who's gone through assault and suffered from it. It doesn't taint this season, but it is a concern for season 2. Finally, please bring back Ae and Pete for another season with the same actors I'm begging you!
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The second BL drama I've ever watched and I'm glad I did. Ae and Pete are so sweet, I completely fell in love with them!I took two points off the story as it unfortunately not only revolves around AePete. It would have been so much better if we had stayed with them for the whole 14 episodes! I wouldn't have minded TinCan or PondCha because these couples were cute and funny as well. But the other two pairings? The brothers and the stalkerish thing? God, please, no.
Ae and Pete had a great chemistry and their acting was always on point. The actors worked great together and all the actors in this story showed a great talent!
The music was alright, nothing to say to this.
I probably will rewatch at some point. Already rewatched my fav scenes (which are aepete's kisses, what a surprise ;)), but maybe I'll rewatch the whole thing at one point.
Overall, a very satisfying and sweet drama! I want more of this, please!!!
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Good but once again romanticizes r@pe
StoryThe story is great I think that there are a couple of faults but every story has at least a tiny one. This case my question is how would that Trump kid just disappear like that I think there should have been more to make the story make sense. Otherwise I think the story does super well with both a coming out story and a finding feelings. However I would prefer no "I don't like men I only like him" statement sometime.
Acting/ Cast
I think the casting is great how ever I do have one tiny thing about the cast. I love love love love and did I say love Earth but I do like Gulf as Type better. That is literally the only reason I don't like the casting. Now the acting as per normal for both Perth and Saint (don't forget about Sammy and Yacht lmao) are amazing. I especially loved when Ae was having some character development.
Music
I think the OST is good. Nothing really to say about it. Of course I do think that it doesn't stand out to me as much as others do but it is a bop.
I HATE THE PART WITH THE R@PE
Towards the end Techno gets r@pe and Technic literally helps!!!! I don't care if the become a relationship later that is fucked up. They were even playing like fun music during that.
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Love By Chance series at early part made me cry already. Which is good TBH. But there were plots that were unfinished and its heartbreaking for most of us. So I disliked it at the end and not satisfied with the solution or the problem of the plot. If there is a season 2 where it could be resolve then I wouldn't hated this series. ????
The acting became better at later episodes. But I hate the ending still, no one wants a bitter sweet ending.
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The main storyline is cliche but super fluffy and lovely, the actors have incredible chemistry and look good together. However I fell in love with the other story. Tin and Can... oh our beloved Can... I hope the second season brings their story up to the stars. I almost cried when finishing the last episode.
Then... There is a "couple" of two brothers. I hated that relationship so much. I suppose there has to be something unpleasant in every series.
Overall it is one of the most beautiful series. The production quality is not good, but you can still enjoy it.
I do recommend it. :)
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It's one of those bl you watch only for the kissing and the bedroom scenes although they do emphasize on sending a message across saying "it's okay no matter what your sexuality is".
The acting was alright considering the cast is full of young boys who've probably acted for the first time. Really a one time watch for me.
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im looking foward to season two
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Bittersweetly surprised
For a show with lots of cussing, violence, and sex, it managed to be so wholesome and sweet! I have so many different opinions about "Love By Chance", though, in general, I liked it a lot.What I loved about it:
Pete and Ae have such a healthy, innocent relationship! Sometimes they have problems, sometimes jealousies get a little too intense, and sometimes insecurities get in the way of common sense, but they always talk things through. They respect each other, love each other, and effectively become each other's equal partners. I loved watching them go visit each other's families-- it was so adorable! I also loved how Pete learned to communicate directly, and eventually became a stronger, more independent person.
I also liked Can. He was so adorable, feisty, and energetic! He, his sister, and his mother were such hilarious spitfires! And his friend Good was the exact opposite, which only made things funnier!
Also, while many people hated how Can and Tin did not get together in the end, I liked it. Neither of them was emotionally mature enough for a relationship, and it's rare for dramas to depict that sort of reality.
Also, Pond and CheAim had such a healthy, endearing, funny relationship. I loved the scene where Pond told CheAim that she didn't need to feel insecure about being sexually reserved, because he liked her for her and not for being sexy.
What made me uncomfortable:
The actor playing Ae was only 16 during the drama's filming, which made a lot of the scenes where Pete and Ae got intimate a little squicky. There was no nudity, though, and it was easy to fast-forward through the very few sex scenes that were shown.
Tin was a little too pushy around Can, and went straight into creeper territory at times. I guess it's supposed to show how problematic he is as a person, but some of the ways he treated Can came across a little prostitute-y.
Also, when you first meet Pond, he's jerking off. He also is a porn addict. Like, what?
What I hated:
The finale. That whole crappy debacle.
First of all, that rape scene where a high schooler completely takes advantage of his friend's intoxicated older brother, then manipulates him into thinking it was the other was around! What the f*ck were the screenwriters thinking?!
I also hated the whole step-brothers' story line. It could have been done better, but was done so horribly.
In many ways, "Love By Chance" was very progressive and uplifting. At the same time, some problematic, and some downright horrible, things got slipped in. Watching it was a very bittersweet experience, and re-watching it will be better since I'll know which parts to skip.
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