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Final Review of *My Stand-In*:I just finished the last episode, and in my opinion, it's too "joyful" for certain characters. I won’t spoil anything, but those who have seen the drama will understand who I’m referring to.
Regarding Ming, I really liked his character even though I would never have been able to read the novel due to numerous additional scenes that, thankfully, were removed from the drama, making it more enjoyable. Up did an excellent job. The actor has a rather cold expression when he doesn’t smile, making him perfect for playing Ming, who, in his own words, doesn't like people. I found it brilliant that they had Ming say, "I don't like people very much," because Ming will never be the type to smile and be friendly with everyone. He doesn’t pretend; if he doesn’t like you, you’ll know it, if he loves you, you’ll know it too, and if he’s indifferent, it’s the same!
From start to finish, Ming retains his personality while evolving in how he shows his love. Yes, the character made mistakes that, in real life, would be intolerable for 90% of the population, but there are 10% who would be willing to give a second chance. 5% would be right, 5% wrong. Here, Joe was right. I just regret the lack of tears, but I think that fits the character.
Regarding Joe, he remains the same from beginning to end. He is a sweet, kind, and somewhat simple character. Let’s be honest, Joe isn’t very clever, but he has a natural gentleness that attracts the audience. The actor played his role very well; it’s flawless. He was perfect; Joe was Poom and no one else!
As for Tong, I hated his character from start to finish. Kudos to the actor, nothing more to add without spoiling.
The music is very well managed, the series is beautifully shot, and the roles and actors are perfectly executed. However, it lacks an "I love you" at the end. I was waiting for it...
I know they both show their love through their actions, but I would have still liked a little "I love you" to wrap things up nicely.
It’s an 8.5/10 for me. My highest rating of the year so far!
Why not a 10? Because I found some moments a bit slow, long, and uninteresting, and others too rushed and illogical.
Thank you to all the actors. Plus, I discovered a lovely YouTube channel. The actor who plays Ming (Up) has a YouTube channel if you want to check it out.
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* 10/10 A Rare, Beautiful Gem - Emotionally Gripping and Brilliantly Told"
This drama left me feeling empty and lonely in the best way possible - the kind of void that only comes after experiencing something truly unforgettable. From the very beginning, I fell deeply in love with the main character. I honestly wished I could carry him with me into real life; that's how profoundly his presence affected me.The storyline is absolutely brilliant. It's rare to come across a drama where storytelling, acting, and emotional connection all align so powerfully. Often, a series will have one or two of these elements and fall short on the rest. But here, the writing deserves a standing ovation - it's one of the most thoughtfully crafted plots I've seen in a BL miniseries. Whoever wrote this needs recognition.
What makes My Stand-In so special is that it doesn't rely on steamy scenes or superficial romance. It delivers emotional depth and character-driven storytelling. The acting was top-tier, especially from Joe and Ming. Joe made me want to root for him with every fiber of my being, and Ming... wow, you'll hate him so much because he plays his role so convincingly. That's the mark of a strong performance.
Sure, the fight scenes were a little off, but everything else - especially the emotional expressions, the eye contact, the subtle gestures - was on point. The chemistry was palpable.
It's one of those rare shows that might confuse you at the beginning with a vague synopsis, but that's part of its charm. You need to watch it to truly understand the beauty of the story unfolding.
I honestly didn't want it to end. Yes, I got the closure I needed, but I still wish I could keep Joe's character close to me. His aura, his personality, everything about him was just so magnetic.
My Stand-In isn't just another BL drama - it's art. And it's very, very rare.
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chimica pazzesca
bellissima la storia non me l'aspettavo....credo sia la prima serie che fanno insieme e I due protagonisti li ami da subito..soprattutto il protagonista che interpreta Jo..anche Ming che all'inizio si comporta malissimo alla fine ti fa ricredere.... le scene di pianto dei due attori mi hanno toccata dentro ed era tanto che un BL non mi dava queste emozioni. ho fatto un po di fatica ad accettare il cambio del corpo di Jo ma alla fine non poteva andare in modo diversoio personalmente ho amato questa serie alla follia e ho già fatto diversi rewatch
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