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Outstanding!
I didn't expect this when I first signed up for KinnPorsche since the novel is way off balanced for me. However, the series takes it own way of executing everything and is awesome in all level! Shit, I feel all characters even Erika. This must be the most satisfied episode Penultimate and Finale in any series I've watched in my recent memory! Live on par with BBS and The Severance level!I love how they crafted Kinn to be more human than in the novel. I love how they made me feel for the character that I didn't like at all like Vegas and the relationship that I kept on screaming NOOOOOO between Vegas and Pete. I love how they don't make Porsche's attitude a toxic one. I love Tankhun for just being Tankhun which is very weird since I thought I would be annoyed by this character so much when he first appeared. I love how they give Kim justice on showing his skill as one of the three mafia family new generation members. I just love Erika without having to give a freaking damn reason! And yes, I love every characters, main or sides (except you know who). They all have such an amazing chemistry and backup stories! I loved and enjoyed every episode as in EVERY! However, if I have to vote for my top 3, it's EP6, EP13 and EP14.
In EP6 - I have no idea how could they make a 2 men stand up show become very much addicted, moved and touched at the same time without getting bored AT ALL! Their chemistry is off the chart. The director could really use this single episode opportunity to explore the personality of Kinn and Porsche amazingly and took us on a roller coaster ride of emotions. Mile and Apo portrayed Kinn and Porsche in a way that I don't feel like acting but 'being' is the word that is right for them.
In EP13 - I couldn't stop thinking of how could they do this. Previously, I felt no regret or pity for Vegas at all. I'd never rooted for Vegas and Pete relationship at all and I couldn't see myself crying for Vegas or VegasPete relationship like ever! There was no slightly sign that they would make me cry 'til I lost my breath like this. The 'Contradiction Song' is so beautifully written in both lyrics and melody. I ended up crying my shit off for Vegas and Pete in a way that I wouldn't expect before. Bible and Build performance in that scene alone is an award tier and no one can talk me out from that idea.
The graveyard confession scene is also very touching and beautiful. The interaction between Kinn and Porsche and the way that we all know Porsche hid some major things from Kinn that could lead to trust issue is so real. When Apo changed his facial expression after Mile talked the line about trust, I couldn't rest easy from there on. And the ending, OMG! my worst fear ever is the bloodline issue. I was not in the right state of mind to take that troll anymore.
EP14 - My gosh!! This is how you end the series with a bang. This is a season Finale that is very rare to see. Before KinnPorsche, I felt satisfied by the ending of Apple TV+ Original 'Severance' as it kept me on edge and I thought for a second that this would be unbeatable for long. How I was wrong about that, few months later and I found KinnPorsche Finale that kept me on edge with twisted and actions and emotion until the real final second of the episode. The confusion created in the Finale is legit and is a leading to Season 2. However, they did really close all important issues that they started in Season 1 within the Finale so I don't feel like being left in the middle of the ocean like most of the series I've watched.
The action sequences are executed very well. I like how they could bring all the characters together in this madness of season finale. They didn't leave anyone behind, not even Erika. I love how they created the fight style that is very suitable for Tankhun and Arm. It's so believable and satisfying. I love how they gave Kim a solo fight scene that is so kick ass cool!! OMG!!! I freaking love everything in the Season Finale.
All in all, 9.5/10. I don't say it's perfect but the way it's being executed make me forget about every flaw here and there in the 14 episodes long series. I love it at maximum.
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A Fun but Muddled Mess of a BL
I am a little surprised to how popular this BL series is. The popularity could be the result of how sexual this show is and how different it is from your typical BL. I really enjoyed the first half of this series. However, halfway through, the series seems to lose its steam and the plot. When Kinn and Porsche became a couple and had BL couple-like moments that were cute, it felt completely out of place. Moreover, the main couple became less interesting than the character of Vegas.A major problem with this show is that the characters are not consistent with who they are throughout the series. I don't mean characters have moments of growth. Porsche changes throughout the series, as does his little brother Porchay. On the other hand, characters like Vegas and Kinn are sociopathic earlier but then become broken teddy bears after a couple of episodes. It just makes sense and feels like a fan-fiction kind of logic.
Vegas, in particular, is a character who makes little sense. He is shown as a soulless, violent manipulator. Yet, after torturing Pete, he becomes a vulnerable, broken little boy with him. Vegas's father is cruel as well, but then he meets his sister and becomes a crying sack of shit.
By the end, we have twist after twist after twist, adding unnecessary complexity to the story to create a clean ending.
I was interested in the relationship between Porchay and Kim. I found Kim to be interesting, but an underdeveloped character.
Vegas and Pete became an irrational but interesting couple that I wanted more time with.
Tankhun was a load of fun in every scene.
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worth watching show, don't miss. it's not a typical clingy BL romance drama.
worth watching show, if u are not a BL fan then u will become for sure. no where it was found clingy .direction acting perfect. music score was the best. I bet everyone will watch repeat.
it felt like episodes should be more than 14. All the characters had equal weightage. it started as a kinn porsche show and ended as Pete Vegas show. perfect chemistry between all couples . and lastly I should also mention Tong, for his perfect comedy sequence. he's a great actor, he showed.
The drama is above high standards, made on a large budget, and it's surely is reflecting tht.
I love it
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DEFO ONE OF THE TOP BLs OR EVEN THAI SHOWS I'VE WATCHED
One of, if not the most well-produced and shot thai shows/BLs. Storyline was pretty solid and the different couples had a ridiculous amount of chemistry. This series is funny, intense and kinda heartwarming all at once. Music is incredibly well done, as expected of Jeff Satur, and Slot Machine really popped off with the opening song. THE DETAILS in this show are also very well done, in terms of some of the characters' small movements and expressions.The only bone I have to pick is that I enjoyed the first half of the show slightly more than the second half as the overall vibe does change gradually throughout the series.
Overall, such a phenomenal series that will be iconic in the BL world for the next few years, HIGHLY RECOMMEND FOR EVERYONE TO WATCH!
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Fanfiction on steroid!
I totally forgot how amazing this series was. Last time I watched it was when it was on air, so over 2 years ago and no other Asian LGBT series has beating it yet. What a ride it was watching it again. Had one of the best acting too. Honestly can’t wait to rewatch it again!Best way to describe it is…Fanfiction on steroid!
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Excellent
I absolutely loved it. I read the novel last year, and was very excited to see it on screen. I must say…. This series did NOT disappoint! The cast was EXCELLENT. EXCELLENT!! The storyline was interesting, and the suspense throughout was epic! This is definitely one of the BLs that will stand apart from your basic BL drama. Hot actors, and hot scenes. It was absolutely heart wrenching, and beautiful, and sexy and horrible at times and perfect. All rolled into one. I loved it. Highly recommend!!!Was this review helpful to you?
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Not everyone can watch it, but it's worth it
I was thinking about watching KinnPorsche for a while now, but I finally did and completed it!I loved how every ship had an interesting story attached. For example I liked Pete and Vegas simply because they found something warm and sweet in each other. Also Kinn's best friends are amzing couple, haha! Yok was an amazing host of the bar too, woah!! I loved her role! But I am quite sad for Kim and Porchay as well as Porchay and Porsche's mother - the last scene was just heartbreaking 🤧!
"KinnPorsche" is not a drama for anyone simply because it contains violence, explicit scenes and language and it's nerve-wracking at some moments.
However, this makes it an amazing drama! Recommend it to anyone who is interested in this type of productions! 🩷
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The definition of Perfect...KinnPorsche
Honestly, I never used to watch Thai bl, I was more of a Korean bl, with a touch of Japan bl and Taiwanese bl and the Chinese censored dramas. I used to find Thai weird, I never knew what I was missing till one day I just decided to sit down and click or a Thai bl and my mind just blew off, I got arrhythmias man. It's addictive. it's fun it's.... well you got to experience it first.KinnPorche, I loved it. it has that taste of action, the gunfights, the blood, the Mafia, the adrenaline, the romance, the mind blowing scenes. it's got it all.
I loved the relationships, the chemistry between the actors.
You know, I used to say, and I still do anyway, when you're in a dangerous line of work, you should avoid romantic relationships with anyone and I mean anyone, not even one night stands cause once you do, you're a gonner, it's some kind of a weakness. well to me, love is a weakness, you never know when someone will stab your back. your most trusted people might be the ones pulling the trigger. If I were some Mafia don I wouldn't have any love in my life, that's me.
It's rare to meet a loving trustworthy partner like how Kinn met his Porsche.
or maybe how Vegas met his Pete.
well I hope life would be as it is in the fictious world.
anyways, you have to watch this drama and have your own experience. it's worth watching. very interesting.
I'm glad I decided to visit Thailand😊
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Don't walk RUN to watch this show
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This show is a depression curer... I'm not even joking. If you love an enemies to lovers drama which includes the mafia and some great ass acting and storyline then this show is definitely for you .
There are three couples that this show follows: KinnPorsche, VegasPete and KimChay, all which have a very different plot (my fav being VegasPete).
It generally follows Porsche's life as he meets Kinn unexpectedly, the middle son of a mafia leader who's within the 'major family' which causes him to start working for this mafia as a bodyguard. Vegas is the eldest son of the same mafia but he is apart of the 'minor family' (which because of this he is a bit jealous of Kinn and he also has anger issues lol). Pete is a bodyguard of the major family and mainly looks after the eldest son of the major family (who is a bit crazy but will defo make you laugh at some point throughout the show). Both of these couples do have quite steamy times so watch at your own risk. Kim is the youngest son of the major family who is also a famous singer. Porchay, whom is Porsche's younger brother is one of Kim's fans and asks him for some guitar lessons and they hit it off from there. Their story is a LOT more tame (probably because the actor who plays Porchay- Barcode is only 17 so obviously nothing too romantic will be happening compared to the other couples).
All of these couples story all merge into one big plot it is not where they are three separate plots. I don't want to spoil it any further by talking about their romances in detail because that will give the whole plot away!!
Although it is not just about the romance!! The plot itself is very interesting, there is some comedy bits, plot twists and definitely a lot of action.
I will recommend this BL series probably until the day I die but watch at your own risk because once you do your expectation for any other BL series will be through the roof.
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It deserves more
I know this show was over-hyped and that people had their expectations in the air but I went into this blind.this was my 2nd Bl I ever watched. And I must say I really enjoyed it.
The action, NC scenes and even the chemistry were pure perfection. Still I didn't rate this a 10/10 because it was not, the story got watery at one point and it seemed like they cut out a lot of really important details.
Do I reccommend it ? YES
Do I recommend it if you don't have patience ? YES (if you can stick to it after ep 9 )
Do I recommend it if you like fluffy bl's ? NO - if you don't want your hart to be broken in a milion different ways do not watch this.
Overall- If you like BL's and you didn't watch this you are a red flag. You don't need to watch it but it shows such a deep side of the cute wholesome story most of the bl's show
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Give a try is so good
This series was so far one of the best that I fell in love with because of the patience, the connection, love, the mystery, the passion, the unexpected ending, and a surprise ending for some characters. Spoilers alert here so if you don't want to know just stop here.What the hell their mother is still alive she was alive this hold time. Vega's father was in love with her? WTFF wait this was too much for me. I am happy for the ending KINNPORSCHE together as one awww awww I am becoming so dramatic Porschay humm I wasn't expecting something from their relationship actually, Vegas and Pete awww(" you are no longer my pet but the most important person in my life") how cute coming from Vegas. No seriously good scripts, good choice of actors no useless characters, lovely scenery we got the chance to see at least more than 3 places, no default of sounds, the emotion was there, the vibe, the funny scenes, the sad one, happy one. I felt sorry for Big death (I was like ooh nooo Big sorry I misunderstood you, I don't want you to die) but it was too late for it even though I like him I thought he was no kind to show him in their boss room knowing what he was going to see there.
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An Absolute Masterpiece
I am genuinely afraid for every bl that comes after KinnPorsche. This drama, along with bad buddy , itsab and not me, have raised the standards so high that they will almost be impossible to meet.The most enthralling thing about KinnPorsche is it’s ability to make things feel fresh. Contrary to what bls are characterised by( whereas we have the same tropes being used time and time again) this drama uses familiar storylines but reinvents the wheel completely. This does not feel like something any other company could release, it feels authentic to the actors and those working hard to bring this to our screens. It cements itself as unique and that is its strongest point.
The chemistry between the actors is also what made this drama so revolutionary. I can confidently say we have yet to see such chemistry between actors than mileapo. They are phenomenal. Amazing actors of course, but their interactions are so emotionally full and vast. There’s no boring moment with them and I often found myself blushing at certain moments. Kudos to them.
And of course, the vital things like scenery( which was amazing), the overall acting capabilities of the cast( they all did amazing) and the production( quite literally some of the most crisp productions we have seen in the bl industry) further contribute to the excellence of this drama.
Overall, I am quite pleased. Quite relieved at the idea I no longer have to wait in agony for new episodes but also quite sad that I have nothing to look forward to on Saturdays.
This will always have a special place in my heart. Thank you so much for the past 15 weeks. They’ve been amazing.
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