US The Series: a journey toward healing and emotional resilience.
This is (in summary) what I have to say.US The Series delves with sensitivity and honesty into the complexities of the human experience, exploring profound themes such as loss, grief, sadness, loneliness, emptiness, and emotional blockage. Through the experiences of its characters, the series portrays in a raw yet moving way the dynamics of dysfunctional families, infidelity, abuse of power, and the wounds left by lost love. It also shines a light on mental health and the urgent need to talk about it with empathy.
Far from falling into empty drama, the narrative of US embraces the vulnerability of its protagonists and transforms it into a driving force for growth. It reminds us that love — in all its forms — can be both a refuge and a wound, and that emotional support, when present, holds the power to save.
Each character, through their pain, confusion, or hope, becomes a mirror of life itself: imperfect, fragile, but always open to personal growth and the possibility of rebuilding.
US The Series reminds us that life is made up of moments — some rewarding, others presenting themselves as challenges that get in our way, and many so insignificant we barely remember them. The events that leave an indelible mark on our memory are those that bring us immense joy or deep sorrow. It’s a curious phenomenon, but in the end, opposites tend to resemble each other. Sadly, happy moments often go unnoticed, while difficult ones linger — fueled by poor choices, constant complaints, or unresolved resentment.
These factors can cloud our ability to experience love and happiness, leading to an existence marked by gray days, explosive moments, and times when emptiness seems to deepen within our hearts. In those moments, our true nature emerges, pushing us to change course, to escape the thick gray cloud where the storm never seems to end. Yet leaving that state behind is no easy task — and sometimes, it feels like we leave a part of our soul behind in the process, causing a fracture in our spirit.
In other cases, our essence feels so stained by the gray that we believe it’s lost — but that’s not necessarily true. Our being remains intact, hidden in the shadows, fighting its battles, seeking to reclaim the power to hold the brush that will paint new days, new beginnings, filling our small, vast world with magical, unique colors. When that happens, we can rise from the darkness and allow ourselves to walk toward the light once more.
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Watching Us has healed me in ways I was not expecting
I stumbled upon this series a couple of months back on accident. I was looking for something new and people who watches GL movies/series has been putting this series on top of their list. I got curious as to why so I took a shot and started watching it.Do you remember the first time you have ever tasted your favorite dish? Or the feeling when you have seen your favorite person again after some time? Or even the first time you have met the person who will somehow change your life for the better. That is the perfect way for me to describe the very first few seconds of watching this series. It’s cliche but it altered my brain chemistry. It was so refreshing. It is something new. The production and cinematography is top notch. The acting and emotions in each characters eyes will make you feel the exact emotion they are conveying. The background music is the icing on the cake, it completes the whole “vibe” of the scene. The first few minutes of the first episode of Us is easily on my list of “Things I would pay for just to experience it the first time again”. People who watches series and/or movies a lot know that the first few minutes of the first EP is very important to capture the audience attention. My first 10 mins of this series, I already know that this is different and this series will have me on chokehold (in a good way).
This series does not only focus on the romance of the two main leads, it revolves around the lives of people around them and the story perfectly connected each characters stories to one another. It shows growth and healing of each and everyone. It is refreshing to see a series that is not full of hate and miscommunication that would lead to fights just to make the story go on. But rather, this series when faces with the difficulties and hardships, each characters focus on healing. On how to approach it better. The story aims to show personal growth, maturity and forgiveness. In a world that is full of hate, hardships and loneliness it warms my heart to have watch a series wherein it taught me that life can be good. That I, just like the characters, deserves love and all the good things life has to offer. And not all people will hurt or deceive you, that if you will be the right peron you will also meet the right person that would want nothing but the best for you.
This series easily made it as one of my comfort series. It is crazy how many times I have rewatched it (I still do from time to time that I feel like the world is too much and I just needed a warm hug). And I do hope that more people will get to watch, learn and fall in love with Pam and Dokrak’s love story. All of us deserves that kind of love.
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1M/10
Us The Series honestly surprised me in the best way and this one really stood out. Pam and Rak’s relationship felt super real, just raw and emotional in a way that hits. Bonnie and Emi were amazing in their roles. You can really feel how much they put into their characters. Their chemistry made everything feel so natural, like they weren’t even acting sometimes. Tho it's really different from the novel, but this one's definitely worth watching if you're into GL stories that actually have depth.Was this review helpful to you?
Comforting and have a good music
Us The Series” is one of those rare gems that feels like a warm hug on a rainy day. From the very first episode, it wraps you in a blanket of comfort,soft, tender, and deeply human.The cinematography is beautifully done, with soft tones and aesthetic visuals that perfectly match the gentle background music. Every scene feels intimate and intentional, creating a mood that’s both cozy and immersive.
The acting is natural and heartfelt, and the lead actress is not only cute but incredibly expressive. it’s hard not to fall in love with her charm. The chemistry between the leads is undeniable, capturing the little moments that make a relationship real: quiet smiles, unspoken worries, subtle glances. It’s not over-dramatized; it’s honest.
What truly stands out is how it portrays real-life couple scenarios; the sweet, the messy, the vulnerable, all with a soft, unforced kind of love. There’s a genuine warmth in the way it tells its story, making it deeply relatable and comforting.
It’s the kind of series that leaves you feeling light but full, like everything will be okay. I couldn’t help but rewatch it again and again and each time, it hits just as softly and beautifully as the first.
Highly recommended for anyone looking for a feel-good series with heart, depth, and a lot of love.
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Warmth of found family
This GL series is more of a family drama than a romance. The show focuses on what makes a family, how family can cause traumas to their memebers and how found family aspect in life helps people grow. I think the emotional weight of the story is there and it really touches audience's heart. The growth of characters is visible and their paths are clear. I think, where the series stumbles, is tying the whole story together, the story of one family, the story of other family and the romance, it sometimes feels very disjointed. The actresses have good chemistry, but the love story moves way too quickly and then it's put on pause when family stuff takes over. On the acting front, the series does fairly well in general, although, some emotional scenes especially, could have had more heft.Overall, it's an enjoyable show, but it could have been a brilliant show if the pacing was better and the stories connected smoothly.
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add this to the very short list of mature thai gl couples
i’ve been on a thai gl run lately, and us the series was such a standout. the storyline was engaging without being overly dramatic, and i have to highlight the acting — pam, rak, rak’s mother, and especially kawi absolutely killed their roles.the pacing? best i’ve seen in a thai gl so far. the slow burn was worth every second. the chemistry between the leads was immaculate — every sweet scene had me grinning ear to ear. i loved that the show focused on tender, meaningful moments instead of just rushing into love scenes. both leads felt like real adults in a healthy relationship: no breakup/makeup cycle, no jumping to conclusions, just two people communicating and facing hardships together.
the side characters made it feel like we were slowly building a family, and i appreciated that the finale didn’t go the “forgiving father” route. gmmtv’s production quality was flawless as always — the visuals, ost, and cinematography were all stunning.
my favorite part was the message: family isn’t about blood, it’s about the people you choose. the chosen family theme was so beautifully done. my critiques are small but important — i wish there was more clarity around the timeline (like how long pam & kawi dated, how long after did rak & pam get together, kawi’s healing, etc.), and i would’ve loved more focus on oat & nene. their dynamic had so much potential, but after the time skip it felt like we barely scratched the surface.
overall, us the series was heartfelt, beautifully acted, and refreshing in how it handled adult relationships. 8/10.
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Kind of strange, but I love it
Well, beside the title "US" and the characters names, nothing seems to come close or a slight resemblance to the original novel. I don't dislike it, just feels strange wondering why don't the production company just make it into an original screenplay instead. Because the altered storyline is really not bad, I like it. Having said that, I don't dislike the original novel too, in fact I reread it twice. Which is why I can't help but to compare.Anyway, great job everyone that contributed to the success of US the series. I love every part of it especially it's OST. By the way, this series has got high rewatch value, I'm sure going to watch again. Keep up the good work and look forward to more great series by Emily and Bonnie. Cheers!
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a good ending but felt too shoort wish more 2nd couple too
Love it !!!Rak & Pam love each other truly despite both knowing the backstory,
Rak father being responsable for Pam's parents death.
It felt, like us the viewer they know the real responsable of their pain.
they didn't blame each other.
Not the famous episode with the unnecessary break-up.
The famous we can't be together, when they discover that one of
the protagonists is responsible for the misfortune of his boyfriend
or her girlfriend's family. And that the other necessarily knew too
but didn't say anything.
Here, at least, they talk about it and their love is VERY strong to get throught this , they trust each other, they are
intelligent and to understand that the real culprit is the father, so no need to suffer for
something they're not responsible for.
Applause for Kawi, Rak brother, too always be in his sister side a REALLY GOOD brother.
Despite his situation, they have a real strong sibling bond.
He always cared for his little sister, even if he was " home " with his ass**** father. and wasn't able to stand up at th e begining.
Even when he learned Pam love his sister, he let it go, even ask her to take care of her sister if someting happened.
I was soo glad brother and mother finally stand up.
Even Nene, I understand why she was angry and wanting revenge.
Nene lost her parents because of him, but didn't affect Khemn AT ALL.
Even about mistress, he was like I give them money.
The fact he didn't even see what a jerk he is and all wrong doing and pain he has done, even in front of his son he felt
NO SHAME.
Imagine hire people to beat Nene, because she's right, but he's still thinking he's right.
Love the fact at the end Nene understand, ONLY this ass** " father" was the only responsable for parents's death and didn't do bad things to Dokrak and her brother. I even feel, in a way at the end it
help them healing each other as a real " familly " because in a way they all suffer because of Khem's actions.
Only disappointment , I WISH more episode or last episodes
loonger , in order to see MORE Oat & Nene, after all pain the anger, she's finally at peace and find a love interested. Also wish more sibling bond between Kawi Rak and Nene. Also see more HOW bad the karma get Khemn while others find their happiness and can live WITHOUT HIM.
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Engaging and refreshing
"Us" has received widespread acclaim for several key strengths. The show is noted for its well-paced, engaging narrative and mature themes, offering a refreshing alternative to more formulaic genre entries. Reviewers highlight the authentic and respectful portrayal of lesbian and WLW relationships, marking a significant improvement over typical representations in the genre. The series addresses serious, relatable themes with sensitivity, resonating with viewers who have had similar life experiences. Exceptional performances by Emi and Bonnie, whose strong chemistry adds depth to their characters, have been praised. The thoughtful casting of supporting roles further enhances the show. Additionally, the color palette and soundtrack are commended for enriching the series' inviting atmosphere.Overall, "Us" is recognized for elevating the genre through its progressive storytelling, strong performances, and high production values.
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Thank God.
GMMTV actually did get it together nonetheless! They didn't have a SUUUPER rushed ending (granted they still picked up the pace), which is the problem with most GLs. They didn't confound the story with twenty other GL/BL couples! They got a good CP with EmiBonnie who acted very well, and sang AMAZINGLY. Finally, they didn't try to end the story w/ "ohh but this homophobic family member has been an ally for the entire series!!!"The chemistry doesn't feel entirely forced as it does sometimes in other GLs, where they're like "get together and hope it works out!" No exaggerated romance basically, and it didn't feel like "hey! hopefully we get straight guys to watch this!" (as i say, as a straight man). However, I do feel the drama could have done a bit better with conflicts and interrelationship conflicts between EmiBonnie. Couples fight, let's be real. So for a lot of the story you're left asking "oh is this the fork in the road that causes a major conflict?" Then it ends with Bonnie being extraordinarily forgiving, to a surprising degree. Green flag I guess(?)
If you're looking for a series that fit the book though, this REAALLLLY wasn't it. Besides keeping some aspects of the original characters from the novel, and the names of the characters; literally nothing else was from the novel. Which I congratulate GMMTV for, because whenever they try to take most of the novels and implement it into the drama, eventually something essential gets left out and most of the time we're left wanting more, or feeling disappointed at the end. They avoid the unnecessary fluff and drama that the novel takes up and simplify all the characters.
I will say towards the end, you definitely feel the pace of the series pick up, it goes from "ohh we're just flirting, and SLIGHTLY hinting we're interested in each other, and that take an ENTIREEEE episode." to "Oh, shit. Shit hits the fan!" My main criticism with 23.5 was that there were too many other CPs that had took up a bulk of the story from MilkLove, but I'd say with ViewMim, they could have had slightly more development than just View being a hopeless romantic haha, but I digress. I'd also like to say, THANK GOD the way they dealt with Khem. You know he's a terrible father, and person in general, and you REALLY hope that unlike most GLs, they won't wrap him up in a little bow and say "He's GREAT!" Nah. He gets divorced, his family is destroy b/c of his actions, and you're left feeling great that he's gone from Rak's life.
To conclude, so far, the best GL that GMMTV has produced, and I hope they produce some high quality ones in the future.
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Me mostrou o amor que eu realmente mereço.
Us me mostrou o valor do amor verdadeiro, aquele que pode superar qualquer obstáculo.Amei tudo do começo ao fim.
Todos da produção estão de parabéns por essa obra de arte, eles conseguiram transformar uma história cheia traumas em uma série leve, cativante, que mostra o amor de uma casal lindo, o amor de família,mesmo que não seja do mesmo sangue, uma série sem homofobia.
Us se tornou minha série gl preferida por tudo isso q falei e muito mais.
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