In Between (Sa Pagitan ng Kamusta at Paalam) Episode 3

Three Stars

guess i'm the only cynic around " marriage symbolizes love" plz there might be odd one's that this applies too, but the rest psssh marriage has nothing to do with love - that's why there r so many divorces. but i digress Otep and Tau had a great relationship that makes me wonder, what happened to make Tau decide he wanted out.
like i'm wondering what Otep's aunt tell Tau - what came after "did u and Otep talk" what kept him up signing love songs... finally deciding to confide in Nicole (just cause she told him she was in a same sex relationship i guess) still he was sharing Otep's secret too -i donno how i feel about that. or how Otep is gonna feel when he finds out.

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In Between (2020) Episode 3: Pangako

Similar to the previous episode, Episode 3: Pangako is a bit dragging. There were some scenes that could have been edited better for faster pace. While I generally like non-linear narratives that traverse different times, I prefer it when they're done in a much quicker tempo. The episode was a bit slow for my liking. The episode highlighted perspectives on friendship, love, and same-sex relationships. While the dialogues could have been delivered better, it was generally ok. Acting still needs improvement but the chemistry between the lead actors was at least evident in this episode. It didn't matter if Migs was wearing basketball jerseys, shirtless or singing, he was oozing with sex appeal in this episode. Migs singing the OST "Mahal Kita, Paalam" was definitely a highlight of this episode. If indeed In Between has only two remaining episodes, I don't know how it can present a cohesive and complete narrative. Let's hope for faster pace and more episodes! I think eight episodes would be nice.

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