My Marvellous Dream Is You

First Time Finishing a Thai GL Series

I've watched little GLs in the past but this series is the only one I've finished until the end. These are my honest likes and dislikes on Idol Factory's 2nd GL.

STORY (6.5/10)
Likes
The idea behind it is creative, Wan and Kim's relationship IRL is sucky so Wan lets her real feelings out to her in her dreams. This is the main idea at the beginning of the show. A growing actress whose stylist is her childhood friend, but Kim was blackmailed by another growing actress, forcing her to work under her (Jessie) instead as she's a talented stylist. WanKim has always had a not-so-platonic relationship ever since high school but they've always kept it a secret as they don't know how the other one feels. After their dads decided to run away together, it made them have something to relate to and connect with on a deeper level. But I love how it made the viewers feel confused about who to even support anymore when it started becoming more complicated with Kim's mom's illness, her 'dying' wish to see Kim getting taken care of by marrying Marwin, and seeing WanKim having a moment 30 minutes from her wedding with him. I also like how it made the viewers 'try' to understand their dads, by placing WanKim in a very similar situation. A lot of WanKim moments weren't 'reality' up until episode 9. It's either in their dreams, one of them's asleep, or drunk. This makes the viewers feel as confused as Wan, that none of those are 'real', but Wan experienced it, so we kind of get her behavior. A lot of the characters here except for the comedic duo (Mon, Mali, Pat) aren't 2D, it makes us think. Anyway, the overall concept of the show caught my interest at the beginning, and it became even more interesting around episode 9.

Dislikes
Wan is very toxic, I started becoming annoyed at her somewhere around the middle. When she went to Marwin to tell him not to accept Kim as his employee, that was it. Very possessive, and selfish, but it made us feel like we're supposed to somewhat...support her behavior because she's the main character? Honestly, she doesn't deserve Kim ever at all, I don't know how Kim still likes her. Wan wanted to be with her because it made her happy, but was Kim happy? Still hanging out with her even though it'd result in a loss for Kim too, being rude to Jessie knowing she can release that clip of both of them, being rude to Pam (Dokrak's GF) even though it's wasting Kim's effort to allow Pam to let Dokrak be Wan's stylist, and her ridiculously childish behavior with Kim's employer. Man, honestly Marwin is a good guy, just blind in love to insist on marrying someone he met recently, plus some unintentional pressure he made. I can see that they tried to make us dislike him by making him ruin Kim's business and making him less polite. But it doesn't work like that, I genuinely would be happy for Kim if she honestly liked Marwin. Also, let's not view kissing someone while sleeping in a positive manner, it's one of my biggest no-nos. Wan is a bad friend, how are Mali and Mon still keeping up with her annoying behavior?! It's a good thing at least that after Wan got what she wanted, she isn't insufferable anymore. But I've gotta give credit because this made me feel interested to want to know what will happen

DIRECTING
I think this director, A, is great at the comedic scenes. My favorite comedic scene was in episode 6, when Pat was trying to ask Wan out using the papers, but he showed her the wrong side so it's just a blank paper AHAHAHH that one was directed pretty funnily to me, my type. Not only the comedic scenes but the beautiful scenes too outdoors with the view. A good example would be right at the end of episode 9 when Kim told Wan she's getting married while they're outdoors, I like the pacing. If I were to express my dislikes, I'm not a huge fan of the concept of Wan's dreams sometimes from the camera concepts. At some moments, the vibe of the song doesn't match too much with the scene which bugged me a bit.

ACTING (6.5/10)
Most of them are up to the surface level, some notable good ones are May, Heng, and Looknam though which increased my rating by 0.5
Fay
Not great especially at the start of the show. For a character who's supposed to be b*tchy, she doesn't have that gaze in her eyes or the corners of her lips. A good example would be Frung (Jessie), but more toned down since Wan is more cold. I could see a clear imbalance when her face was near May, especially in emotional scenes. But I have to say, the end of episode 9 with her emotional facial expression made the whole show more engaging. It was when she shed tears I noticed for the first time in episode 10(?), she's improving while shooting the show it seems. Can't forget about my favorite scene in episode 11, I didn't think she'd cry like that 30 minutes before Kim's wedding. Her lips shaking, her voice too, it made the scene even better. I'm glad her acting got better as the series went on, looking forward to FayMay's new series in 2024 Somewhere Somehow. But a bit salty that she hasn't done it since episode 1, could've made everything better as the main character.

May
I absolutely have no complaints about her. Every time there's a crying scene, it just feels so real, she makes every sad scene even better. She also portrays her slightly tired/annoyed expression when with Wan well. There wasn't a single time I thought 'hmm this was a bit awkward' with her acting. awesome since the start. Of course, FayMay has decent chemistry with each other here, especially in the cute scenes.

Frung
Ever since the start, I knew what her character was supposed to be like from her intonation and gaze. Even though she doesn't have sharp and angular facial features like a lot of villains do, her acting itself can get the job done well.

PearPloy
Not sure if it's because they were introduced as an established couple already or what, but I didn't see much chemistry in them that it felt a bit awkward when they called each other 'my love'. Pam (Pear) is always annoyed at something, and Dokrak (Ploy) is just happy to be there. GrumpyXsunshine dynamic, but nothing else. Except for when their kiss was shown at Mon's club. Their characters didn't give them a chance to showcase much, their characters were pretty simple.

Songjet
As the comedic character, her intonation, exaggerated expressions, and body movements were natural. It didn't seem awkward or anything. Since her character is mostly whining about something, it didn't give much of a chance to showcase her acting either. But she can play a funny overreacting character for sure, a little bit bland though.

Looknam
As a comedic character, she did amazing. Her playful expressions, annoyance, etc etc no complaints. great great actress who is able to switch up in an instant.

Heng
No matter if he's playing a good or evil character while standing still without any expressions, we'll know right away what he's trying to show. Before the wedding incident happened, his expression looked very kind. Then when WanKim talked with his character, you could see he had bitterness in his eyes very clearly that you feel scared if he'll do something. Excited to see him in PoomSaint's show in 2025 'My Sweetheart Jom '

Poom
Playing a comedic 2D character, we didn't see him doing much other than smiling and looking like a lost kid, except when he had a workshop with Wan and Jessie in a serious scene. His expressions didn't seem 'deep' enough, mostly his gaze.

Tack
Even though he just appeared as a guest, I already know he's great at comedic scenes, I actually paid attention to the thing he was sponsoring LOLL

MUSIC (9.5/10)
My favorite thing about this show is easily the amazing music, both BGM and OST. The vibe of the BGMs is very soothing when they need to be. The theme song is also cute, got me singing along. Let's not forget about one of the OSTs sung by boy sombop, the king of BL songs with the title 'Awake'. whenever that song plays, my focus instantly increases.

Rewatch Value (8/10)
Well, the reason why it's high is because of how frustratingly interesting the show is with Wan's behavior. Will probably rewatch for memories in the future

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Potentially sweet but butchered story

I came across this series because I watched Somewhere Somehow, which was really good. After that, I looked up the actors' other work and found this one. Story-wise, it could have been good — but honestly, if not for the actors, it would’ve been hard to watch.

Here are my main takeaways: They should’ve focused more on the love story between Fay and May. Instead, they kind of butchered it. In the first few episodes, I didn’t understand why they introduced a prima donna character to oppose Fay — it felt unnecessary.

Then it got even more confusing: both of their fathers were gay, their mothers kissed, the manager was a lesbian and ended up with the coach — it was just a lot, and honestly hard to digest. There were also two other couples that didn’t really make sense and were eventually just dropped from the story entirely.

At one point, it almost felt like they were setting up Loknam’s character to be gay too — like they were trying to make everyone queer, which made the story lose focus and emotional depth.

Honestly, it was really just Fay and May who made this series worth finishing. They were so cute to watch together, and their love scenes were surprisingly well done — the kisses felt real, mind you! I wasn’t expecting that level of intimacy, so they definitely deserve a round of applause for that.

That said, Fay didn’t always look comfortable in her role. You could tell she was struggling in high heels, and it showed in her movements. She also didn’t look her best in heavy makeup — she has a naturally young and boyish charm that doesn’t really suit the overly glam look.

Meanwhile, May always brought the sexy energy. The way she kissed had me thinking, “Wait… is this for real?” Her performance really added depth and authenticity to their scenes.

Overall, it was nice to watch — but not something I’d watch again. That said, I’m definitely rooting for Fay and May. I am a fan of Somewhere Somehow, and I’ve been rewatching it while waiting for it to finish. Compared to that, this series just doesn’t measure up — it’s not as good as Somewhere Somehow.

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This deserves to be watched and not just to be dropped so casually!

With a resounding 9.0 rating, the drama series "My Marvelous Dream is You" is a spellbinding exploration of the extraordinary bond between Dawan and Khimhan, two individuals whose lives become intertwined through a shared, intimate dream world.

Despite the series featuring a relatively young and inexperienced cast, their performances are nothing short of exceptional. The lead actors effortlessly capture the nuanced emotional complexities of their characters, drawing the audience into the delicate tapestry of their story with raw authenticity. And of course, it is also thanks to the amazing performances and guidance of their senior co-stars that made this drama more exciting.

The original soundtrack, is a true revelation. The hauntingly beautiful melodies and soulful harmonies seamlessly weave through the narrative, amplifying the series' introspective nature and the characters' emotional journeys.

Visually, "My Marvelous Dream is You" is a triumph. The stunning cinematography and production design transport the viewer into a realm where the mundane and the fantastical coexist, creating a sense of immersive enchantment. The visual effects, when employed, are seamlessly integrated, elevating the series' sense of scale and the otherworldly nature of the shared dream world.

In every aspect, "My Marvelous Dream is You" is a captivating and emotionally resonant drama series that delves into the depths of the human experience. The series challenges the audience's perceptions, exploring the complexities of the human heart with nuance and sensitivity. This is a must-watch production that will linger in the minds of viewers long after the final credits have rolled.

Hi everyone, I am now on episode 7 and still can't wait for the release of the awaited episode 8. I hope that you can finish this drama and like it as much as I do. Thank you for reading my review.😊

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Episode by episode (no spoilers). By the end, I hope to improve my grade.

>>> The actresses are soooo bad :( . Besides, the story hasn't grabbed me yet. Wan dreaming about Kim doesn't make the LEAST DIFFERENCE IN THE SERIES so far. I hope that you get better.
>>> I'm finding the story very silly so far. And this story about the friends who fought is very boring so far, but I'll keep trying to watch it. Not to mention that when they enter the dream, the quality of the series is so bad that it seems to be from 2010. If it were a series from a small studio, which is just starting out, that would be fine, but it's from Idol Factory! Improve this, please! I'm trying hard here.
>>> The story hasn't caught up with me yet. I spent 4 days trying to finish episode 2. It's difficult, but I'll keep trying, as I hope it gets better, as we're still on episode 3. But what they are doing is wrong! They're playing very dirty, in many series it's normal to include "Easter eggs" from other series from the same studio to attract fans' attention, and I really like that, I'm in love when it happens, but the way they're doing it is shameful.
Clearly they are putting in elements from the "GAP" series just to appeal to the fans, they are playing with the fans, it's not possible.

***The fact that ALL the background music is the same as the "GAP" series I even understand, as it's from the same studio so let's say they are "taking advantage" of the songs they already have.
***The fact that the protagonist is a fan of the GAP series is also understandable, because who isn't?
***The fact that they used the "GAP" script in one of Wan's acting training scenes is super understanding too.

But make them sing the "GAP" song? Serious? I was ashamed of them, it was very forced.

In all the episodes there is some element of GAP, but they don't do it in a fun and relaxed way. They do this in an extremely FORCED way. Okay, that's enough! We already understand that you also did GAP, now take advantage of the fact that fans trust you and show that they don't need to depend on GAP to make a series shine, that you are very good at what you do! We want a good story, there's no point in filling it with GAP elements!

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The potential was there

Story: 7 stars
They made the plot confusing for nothing, we never got to see how Wan and Kim got close even after what happened with their dads, we had some flashbacks that barely explained something. Also, what's the point of making the dreams look like an important part of the plot if when they discovered both dreamed with each other they talked about it for a minute?
Also, the second couple? Why give us a second couple if they appeared like ten minutes in 12 episodes? The company shouldn't have promote the series like there were going to be two couples when that's not true.

Acting: 8.5 stars
Almost everyone was amazing, but if we're honest, Fay has the potential but needs to improve how to act some emotions so the viewers can feel what her character feels in every scene, I believe that if she keeps practicing, she'll become an amazing actress.

Overall, the series wasn't bad, but it's not memorable either, the chemistry between the main couple saved many episodes and the whole series, not the best work of Idol Factory, but I hope they give this pairing another chance with a well made plot.

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Un potentiel mal exploité

Etant plutôt nouvelle dans ce fabuleux univers de GLs, je ne finis que maintenant My Marvellous dream is you. C'est donc après la guerre et sur recommandation de mes amies que j'ai regardé ce drama, afin de découvrir également le fameux binôme FayMay qui interprètent respectivement Dawan et Kimhan.

Le trailer, tout comme le synopsis, m'avait plutôt séduite. L'idée que deux âmes-soeurs se retrouvent à travers leurs rêves, sans se douter que l'autre vivait la même chose, avait un potentiel assez exceptionnel. Cependant, au fur et à mesure que les épisodes passent, l'on s'aperçoit que les rêves communs (qui sont sensés avoir une place prépondérante) sont finalement relayés en arrière-plan et deviennent anecdotiques. L'on se retrouve au final avec un scénario plutôt banal où le véritable problème est la communication entre les deux protagonistes.
Notons également la présence de Heng Asavarid qui, encore une fois, se retrouve à jouer l'homme qui veut absolument épouser une des deux protagonistes quitte à se montrer mauvais. Prenons un moment pour compatir auprès de cet acteur cantonné à un seul type de rôle.
Il aurait également été appréciable de savoir ce que deviennent certains personnages récurrents des premiers épisodes.

Pour ce qui est de la partie acting, bien que la performance de May soit de toute beauté, il y a une certaine inégalité dans le jeu de Fay (à mon humble avis) et qui vient créer un déséquilibre dans la transmission d'émotions. Ceci ayant pour incidence de masquer le côté sensible mais contenu (par fierté) de Dawan au profit d'une impression d'handicapée émotionnelle vulgairement orgueilleuse.

En ce qui concerne l'OST, je n'ai pas grand chose à dire dessus. Les lyrics sont adaptés et elle colle plutôt bien avec le drama en général. On aurait cependant aimé un peu plus de diversité.

Pour résumé, sans aller jusqu'à dire que ce drama est une perte de temps, il aurait pu être tellement mieux exploité qu'il en est décevant. Et par pitié, apprenez à Fay Kanyaphat à pleurer correctement.

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