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Bonds in the Series
The story mostly tackles friendship than romances. The only intimate interaction was when they kissed. The rest were only intense moments or more on friendship. Although the main lead, Sheng, shows signs of attachment, he does not realize it and pushes the notion that he only sees him as a brother. Meanwhile, Tian, despite his romantic feelings for Sheng, doesn't make big moves that throw him off as someone who likes Sheng. He does small gestures as someone who admires Sheng but is hardly noticeable. Over time, they grow attached with each other.Was this review helpful to you?
From classmates to enemies; from step-brothers to friends, or ¿something else?
Could be just another scholar show, but the characters are so very mature, a full psychological journey on each of their minds, their own past haunts them, but they keep a great charisma, innocence and love bites in every episode.The director Kuang-hui Liu delivers another beautiful masterpiece of younger lovers in the discovery of their sexual orientation.
This is a must-watch series if you appreciate great acting and lovely production about the mental journey of two young classmates in a very stressful institute, that suddenly becomes step-brothers as their parents started dating.
This is a "college themed" series, their exploration of friendships limits, sexual awakenings, lots of inner family issues and just an emotional discovery of themselves.
It's a step-brothers normal love story, but they begin to start feeling something more for each other till the very ending of the series, making them to take hard decisions to rethink about this moral issue, the ending is still open, waiting for a second season.
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Why The On1y One Leaves a Lasting Impact as a BL Series
One of the best Taiwanese series I’ve watched. While the plot is a familiar one in BLs, this film sets itself apart by showcasing the realness of emotions and how they gradually come to light. It feels authentic and heartfelt. It's unfortunate there's no season 2—I’d love to see the story continued. I also read parts of the novel, and the film does an amazing job of staying true to it, capturing its essence and emotions perfectly. It’s rare to see such an accurate adaptation, and that's what makes this series even more special. I also really liked how the actors played their roles—my favorite character is Gao Tianyang. He's so fine and cheerful, and his energy adds so much to the story.💋💋Was this review helpful to you?
one of the best taiwanese bls i have seen
The acting is very good, I enjoyed Liu Dong Qin acting the most. The storyline is not very unique, but it still steers me in very nicely. The cinematography is very beautiful and well done for me. I binged the first three episodes today and i am SOOO excited for the upcoming episodes. I am kinda worried about the timeline when they start their actual relationship. I hope this BL keeps its pacing the same from start to finish>>>>Was this review helpful to you?
SUCH A GREAT SHOW!!
i have watch two episode of the series and it immediately got me hooked!! the character, the build up of the emotions and the plot is so good. ALSO, reminder for everyone that they're not stepbrothers if that's the reason you're not watching this. I ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO GIVE A CHANCE TO THIS SHOW!! ISTG THIS IS SOO chef's kiss* 😋🔥😊Was this review helpful to you?

Masterpiece
IMHO, The On1y One stands as one of the best BLs of all time. Few series have ever resonated with me on such a deeply personal level, and I doubt anything will surpass the emotional impact this show delivered. My only concern? The possibility of it not getting a second season, which feels like a disservice to the brilliance of this story.Storyline: The narrative is masterfully crafted, seamlessly blending elements of romance, personal growth, and emotional depth. The adaptation is not only faithful to the source material but also elevated by the thoughtful liberties taken by the director, producers, and editors. These creative choices didn’t just complement the story, they enhanced it, creating a richer and more immersive experience. The attention to detail in the lighting, cues, and soundtrack left an everlasting impression that I’ll carry with me for years.
Themes and Dynamics: The way the story explores two people, Jiang Tian and Sheng Wang, who are so similar yet fundamentally different, is nothing short of captivating. The trope of "love at first sight" intertwining with a slow-burn passion is executed with precision. Jiang Tian’s immediate infatuation with Sheng Wang contrasts beautifully with Sheng Wang’s gradual, growing love, creating an emotional push and pull that had me enthralled from start to finish.
Characters and Chemistry: Their connection, from an initial brotherly bond to a romantic partnership, is profoundly moving. The evolution of their relationship feels natural and deeply heartfelt, making their moments together all the more impactful. The supporting characters, often overlooked in many series, are given such depth and backstory here that they enrich the narrative and make the world feel authentic and lived-in.
Production Quality: The visuals and sound design are exemplary. The lighting choices highlight the emotional tones of each scene, the cues subtly underscore the themes of love and growth, and the soundtrack is nothing short of magical. It ties every element together, elevating the series to a level of artistry rarely seen in the genre.
Final Thoughts:
The On1y One is not just a series, it’s an experience. It’s a story of love, growth, and connection, told with a depth and artistry that sets it apart. The profound bond between Jiang Tian and Sheng Wang, paired with the exceptional storytelling and production, ensures this series will remain unmatched in my heart. A second season would be a dream come true, but even as it stands, The Only One is a masterpiece that deserves all the accolades and appreciation it can get.
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Love this!!! I am now officially invested
by watching 2 episode, i can say that this is good! so another stepbrothers? huhu i am traumatized but hope not on this one too! from the cast? good choice they have an amazing chemistry!! music? hmm idk firstly it's they have like 2 episodes so I can't really say much about it but the intro kinda good tho! not my first time watching taiwanese bl series but i really like this one hope to have a happy ending 🥺🫂Was this review helpful to you?

Unoriginal, Don't Even Want To Continue
Okay, this BL has a lot of good reviews, high ratings, in my book that's a big red flag, most high rating shows aren't up to my liking nor standards but regardless I watched the first episode, let me just say it didn't hook me, it's your typical stepbrother story, same old same old with Taiwanese BL's. I mean I got nothing against that but like make it more unique and interesting? It's always the same, enemies to lovers type of thing, a dead parent or divorced parents. I've watched too many BL's like this and most of them are not that good cause they're so repetitive. I did some research too and the story seems to be dull and like a slowburn, nothing wrong with that again but at least give us something later on. But no... apparently it's one of those BL's that end and literally make us crave more while a second season is yet to be confirmed. So, I'm gonna save my time on this one and rate it a 7. I could rate it lower but I know theres quality and potential there. I saw some of the dropped reviews and they looked like they were AI generated, they all had a 10 star even tho it was dropped. Maybe it was a mistake, but regardless I'm trying to be honest, and if anyone is looking for a similar opinion like me after watching the first episode then it'll be easier to find. If this show gets a second season and I find out about it and it's also better, maybe I'll give this show a try. But right now. No, thank you.Was this review helpful to you?

boring
The most boring bl I've watched this year already starts with that clichéd plot of the fake brothers that nobody can stand anymore, but now comes the worst part: 12 long episodes that have nothing to say, it doesn't seem like gay romance, it's not bromance...what does it seem like? Tedious math lessons, supporting characters that no one cares about, bad acting and a mediocre ending. The director probably had a second season in mind but forgot to make the viewer care about the story and the characters from the first season.Was this review helpful to you?

Que dorama lindo! Me apaixonei!
Ai gente que dorama lindo. Eu como uma amante de doramas chineses digo que a produção está um clássico chinês (e que eu amo!!).A história é abordada de uma forma linda! A cinematografia é linda, a produção perfeita, a atuação impecável não deixou nada a desejar eu adorei o trabalho de todos os atores! E a trilha sonora incrível, que músicas lindas, cada música encaixando perfeitamente em cada cena.
O enredo tem uma história diferente do comum que não estava esperando gostar, mas me surpreendeu completamente e me prendeu do começo ao fim!
A química do casal principal exala de longe, sem nenhuma palavra, só com olhares e ações você consegue perceber o que eles sentem e a intensidade do que eles sentem. Vou falar aqui (não acho q seja um spoiler) eles não chegam a dar um beijo de amor, mas nem tudo são flores né e pra uma série ser boa não precisa necessariamente de um beijo, acho muita ignorância ter uma visão de que é ruim por que não tem beijo.
Como ainda tem a segunda temporada, alguns pontos que ficaram soltos foram propositais para serem explicados na próxima temporada, que inclusive estou muito ansiosa!! Tenho certeza que eles vão arrasar muito!!
Por fim, é um bl que eu me apaixonei completamente, um bl lindo de assistir, recomendo demaaais pra quem gosta de assistir uma série bonita e bem feita, que não é só put4r1a.
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Bellissima serie, ma vincolata a un sequel necessario
BL made in Taiwan che ricorda tanto "Stay with me" (drama cinese del 2023), in primis per via del fatto che i protagonisti sono due adolescenti fratellastri (non consanguinei)Ho seguito con alte aspettative questa serie, molte ripagate, alcune altre un po' disattese. E' sicuramente una serie di qualità, dove i sentimenti si sentono senza bisogno di gesti epici, ma dove anche i momenti più apparentemente banali possono suscitare emozioni intense. Anche sotto questo aspetto mi ha ricordato molto la serie cinese sopracitata, ovvero nell'elegante capacità di emozionare senza dover ricorrere per forza all'esplicito.
Dato però che si tratta di una BL e non di una bromance, avrei comunque apprezzato un'evoluzione verso un rapporto di coppia: la chimica tra i due attori è notevole, riescono a far percepire il forte legame, ma nei fatti e nelle parole si procede ben poco. Dopo i primi due baci nati per gioco/ripicca, scordiamoci qualsiasi altra scena esplicitamente romantica, insomma. Certo, ci sono alcuni abbracci, alcune frasi, alcuni momenti e sguardi che trasmettono davvero molto, ma alla lunga lo spettatore qualcosa di più se lo aspetta. La storia è bella, delicata ma allo stesso tempo intensa. I personaggi protagonisti sanno farsi apprezzare fin da subito - forse tra i due un punticino in più lo strappa Tian, per quanto mi riguarda - a conferma dell'ottima prova di recitazione e di una sceneggiatura che non ha sorvolato sui dettagli.
Di contro, gli episodi sono stati troppo pochi, e molte scene non indispensabili sembravano rubare ulteriore tempo. Ad ogni puntata da una parte mi sembrava che la storia, per il ritmo e l'evoluzione, ne richiedesse ancora di più, mentre di fatto il conto alla rovescia dei 12 episodi totali andava diminuendo. Per di più nel penultimo episodio viene inserito un importante aspetto che riguarda il rapporto di Tian con il padre, elemento che trovo un po' assurdo inserire senza avere poi il tempo di gestirlo e contestualizzarlo come si deve. La serie ormai era agli sgoccioli, e invece di portare a termine le tante questioni in sospeso sembravano aggiungersene di nuove. Di fatto, appunto, la serie si conclude con tanto, ma tanto, in sospeso. L'episodio finale non può definirsi tale, assomiglia più che altro alla scena clou di un film prima dello stacco della pausa pubblicità, semmai. Invece qui la serie finisce proprio così, la scelta di Wang ha un senso ma evolve nel completo non detto (non c'è un confronto tra i due, un vero dialogo...è forse l'episodio in cui la comunicazione è ridotta davvero ai minimi termini, e stiamo parlando dell'epilogo, quindi quasi un controsenso).
Ripeto, serie bellissima - al momento forse la migliore BL del 2024 - ma che posso davvero reputare tale solo se ci sarà un seguito, altrimenti non può che essere considerata incompleta (e, no, mi spiace, ma il "finale aperto" è proprio un'altra cosa). Resto in una fiduciosa attesa del seguito - in questo caso lo considero proprio dovuto - nel quale affrontare tutto ciò che è rimasto in sospeso e vedere soprattutto il legame tra i due tradursi in una coppia concreta.
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The Only One
Es una serie maravillosa! Tenemos de todo, sufrimiento, odio, risas,y sobretodo amor muchísimo amor😘! Estamos esperando ya la segunda temporada! Los amo! 💝Un trabajo impecable por parte de todo el equipo, así da gusto!!.A tres capítulos del final estoy cruzando los dedos para que la temporada 2 vea la luz, sino, mi estabilidad emocional va a sufrir de una forma intolerable. En series como estas deberían evitar hacer dos partes, porque ya se sabe lo que puede pasar (ejemplo Stay with me, Adiccted) y lo mejor sería que la hiciesen entera y listo. Supongo que si no lo hacen así, será por un tema de presupuesto, peeeero…por el bien de la salud mental de los espectadores, mediten este tema.
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