There are many BL series being released in Thailand now, this one is not one you need to prioritize
It is a Thai BL series with a very strange story. The absurdity of a panther and a penguin from the zoo turning into two human boys in high school who also fall in love with each other. Also with action elements when they are hunted by some trafficking guys/hunters and then some invisible goddess who helps them.. it's just a bit too much and so many unexplained gaps in the story.The two main characters do their best though and the chemistry between them is good, we will definitely see more of them later on. The series has some cute romantic scenes and is one of the most innocent BL series that Thailand has produced in recent years, no nude scenes and no jealousy dramas at all. But no, I'm sorry but this one doesn't even reach an average rating for me.
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A Recipe of Randomness
While I did find the series to be entertaining, there were a lot of things that were happening. You have got to keep count on how many arcs present and time skips there was---especially in the end.The main premise of the series was brilliant and unique! It is rare to see this type of genre played in the BL scene. However, the execution felt a bit lacking. Some scenes felt rushed, and some were too out of place, and some would be even better without them. We are watching a BL series, not an action series.
The whole ride felt like trying to sew pages of a manuscript that was blown by the wind. That was the main problem I had with the series, especially it only having 10 episodes in total. It would be understandable, or even better if it was a series with 20 or so episodes. Fitting it all in 10 does not really do justice to the plot.
In the visual FX aspect, they did okay. It is hard to have a higher budget on the animals, but given the circumstances, it was good but not great. On the other hand, the pairing of Ju and Sun was great! They had their chemistry, and their acting was on point. You love how quirky and Ju is, and the seriousness of Sun does not feel forced.
There are scenes I would love to see removed or changed, but I also understand why they were there in the first place.
Overall, a good series to watch when you're bored or when you have no more to watch.
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This drama had me in mind as the target audience.
This drama had me in mind as the target audience.That's why I was waiting for it to finish airing to dive into the story.
The show didn't quite meet the expectations, as it had many shortcomings, but it remained fun.
The premises are refreshing, and I couldn't ask for anything more. I enjoy stories with fantasy backgrounds, but I admit that the genre per se has not come up with new ideas in a while. So, both leads becoming human after spending their lives in a zoo cage was so much fun! Of course, all the small details that show how they were not human before are clever and entertaining.
Even the fact that Sun was a black panther and Junior a penguin was such a nice touch: how could they possibly get close to each other without letting nature do its course? I have to admit that the screenwriters did a nice job portraying this aspect.
What I didn't like were the many shortcomings that showed up throughout the story. Without getting too deep, I must say that the romance between leads didn't seem to grow naturally, as it started in a slow-burn kind of way and skyrocketed in the middle of the show.
Also, at some point, I felt screenwriters just focused on minor parts of the plot and opened Pandora's box of plots that were not addressed in the end, just to be abandoned when time began to shrink. The viewer simply can't get things sorted in their head due to the amount of pieces of information and loose ends thrown at their face.
As for me, I enjoyed the drama despite its problems, but I think I went in with high expectations that could not have been met in the first place.
PROS:
- Cute and emotional
- I loved the premises: such a refreshing and much-appreciated background
- The Mole Goddess was such a mood for me
CONS:
- The plot could have been executed better
- PLOT HOLES EVERYWHERE > Too many loose ends that were just abandoned midway
- The VFX department felt a bit cheap, but the drama wasn't high-budget
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A sweet story light and simple
Mostly held up by endearing portrayal of the penguin and panther dynamic. This isn't a very elaborate story but overall the characters are engaging, and the married couple is a sweet portrayal of marital normality. The female characters in particular are for a change strong and admirable rather than being cardboard girls. I could relate to them. It's entertainment at its simplest done well enough.Was this review helpful to you?
Cute, Funny, Soft Show
I really liked this show, it had its funny aspects, sad aspects, and romantic aspects. Everything plays well, it's a very non-serious show but at the same time somewhat serious? I really like the whole story and how each episode has its little funny moments and it's not constantly depressing or serious all the time. Its definitely something worth watching if you just want something very chill, the plot wasn't crazy and it had its flaws, main flaw about the story that I just kept thinking about almost every episode was how Junior (Penguin) didn't feel hot like constantly, I mean he seemed to grow up in a cold environment so normally he would be used to the cold and be bothered by the heat, which is what we saw in the beginning, but afterwards he kind of just was ok with the heat and instead would feel cold at times too. Maybe he's one of those penguins that can adapt to different climates and adapted to the hot weather making him more prone to getting cold and feeling cold, but idk much about penguins, its just a silly thought that kept racing around my mind each episode. Anyway, I rate this show a 8.5/10 super quick fun watch, for once in a while I didn't feel like skipping through and watched till the end.Was this review helpful to you?
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"i want to be alone with you"
i click this because i thought this gonna be cute fluffy and make me smiling on entire episode (which is yes) but i dont expect those dark twisted humour, being betrayed by their friend is one thing or bullying but fucking ilegal wildlife trade on plot, and my baby getting hurt because of his zookeeper who he adore so much is pain me.this series is toooo realistic for series with fantasy tag. like i've seen a lot of people who after being judge their wrongdoing but instead reflec they start bullying and those i want to slap him at least for once. nam arc will always make my head hurt, but then the zookeeper arc, damn this show is just show how much worse a human than an animal or even a ghost, i dont understand what his point like his bf always want to give up the idea of doing those ilegal bussiness but yeah he's not listening.
i love jodd and jeng. too. they really cutest duo alive, and when jeng get out from that freaky club, JENG THE MAN YOU ARE ( sorry i really love nerd boy), and jodd who doing his tt because he doesnt want his parent worried, he such a cutie. and another freaky couple who lived near that forest is like cherry on top, i love they actually had daughter in the end, and the teacher who can wear anything she want in the end tooo, like girl you slayeeddd, and school keeper who can find her happiness in her new realtionship, oh my god i love they actually had their happy ending
this is series has a good plot while there some missing one or two, especially with the audio or some awkward camera angel or those imagination of both main charater that go wild, like it kinda turns me off and just skip it for most of episode. but it worth it when you bored and want something new
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Plot is a little weird but hear me out….
If you had to do a double take at this synopsis, don’t worry. You read it completely right: This plot is wack.Silly plot aside, there are some profoundly existential scenes and dialogues questioning the meaning of ‘being human’ and what constitutes an existence worth living. I started watching this series for the hell of it but one episode turned into two, and then four and five, and before I knew it, the entire series had come and gone.
The relationship between Junior and Sun develops organically and at its own pace over several episodes without rushing into anything. As they navigate the world in their human forms, their attraction towards each other is obvious but largely unspoken, paving the way for an innocent and sweet teenage relationship.
The editing of the series could have been a little tighter. Some parts of the story felt disjointed and there are many random plot holes in this quirky storyline. But its quirkiness is also what makes the storyline so memorable.
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diva for sure
I started this show with zero expectations and I was happily surprised by how I've been attached to the characters.Junior~aka penguin
He is so fun, diva behaviour, as zero survival instinct, like mister have a carnivorous boyfriend and he's like "you wanna eat me? go on! I'm waiting for you and my whole body is on display!". I just love the sass and the attitude, he's been bullied and when he understood that he was like "I'm not gonna play their game, I'm gonna set ✨️MY OWN RULES✨️ and fuck them" before walking in the school's hallway like a supermodel at the fashion week with his sports uniform turned into a crop top.
Sun~aka black panther
He's so down bad and head over heels for his boyfie, even at the smallest sulk he's like "I know you don't that on purpose but I'm still gonna give you the world and every stars in the sky in a golden plate". And my boy is so protective towards Ju, even before they really talked he's trying to help him not to be tangled into the bully game.
Mina~aka the goddess
She IS the moment! I love her with my whole heart and i wish we saw her more in the show 😭😭 Breaking the 4th wall and all this shit... I just love her 😭
Overall~
Super cute serie to watch with a light heart. I was there giggling and kicking my feet everytime they were cheesy, usually it cringe me a bit honestly but not with them.
Ps~
WHY DID YOU SCARED ME WITH THE "5 MONTH LATER" IN THE LAST EPISODE??? I WAS SO SAD 😭 (but they got the happy ending they deserved thank god)
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not bad
Pleasentlu surprised by the dialogue delivery of all the actors … the plot is crazy and honestly if it wasnt for esits i saw on titok i’d never watch this based on the synopsis. it isnt a high budget drama but the actors really carried the show although it did get boring on the last few episodes who i think they could’ve used to go more in depth on other side characters relationships and backstories. All in all an enjoyably absurd watch stillWas this review helpful to you?
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More mature than I expected
I had no intention of watching this series. The plot, the poster, everything gave me an extremely childish idea and I already expected that this series would be another low-budget production with a terrible script.And it was a huge surprise to realize that this series is actually very good. The production is really interesting and has beautiful photography. The story, despite the plot holes, is captivating. And the actors are excellent and have great comic timing.
It is a simple story, but very well executed. The highlight here is Junior. At times he seems like an animation come to life. He is an expressive, funny actor who managed to do very well in the more dramatic scenes.
The story could be better. There are many arcs that are abandoned or that could be better worked on. Nam's bullying, Junior's brother, Sun's past, the aunt's son who died.
At times the story gets too stuck within its own narrative and doesn't expand these arcs into other paths. The secondary couple, without a doubt, is one of the biggest disappointments. They just tease, but they don't get anywhere with them.
The final conflict is a bit messy and the direction and editing really struggle to create a cohesive scene. They leave a lot of points open - the fate of the animal traffickers and why Sun took so long to return.
It's not the best Thai BL of 2024, but it's undoubtedly a competent and dedicated production that delivers a different story with a cast that exudes chemistry.
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Cute
The story was a bit immature for me, but it was a nice story about sticking together. Being there for one another.Acting though was brilliant. Ben who played Sun and Jay who played Junior were excellent. Last two series I have watched has had young up and coming actors and they have been so good and natural.
Loved Junior just so adorable and goofy and carefree but loved big. Sun just wanted to be loved, he was super reliable.
The two friend Jodd and Jeng were awesome. Not silly just normal good friends.
Younger people will love this series.
Wouldnt rewatch it but dont really rewatch anything.
Hope these actors go far, well done. Oh there kissing was so cute and age appropriate.
There was some funny parts in it, dont think everyone would of got. But it had me laughing.
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Weird but somehow entertaining
Upon reading the describtion, I laughed. I started watching it as a joke. I still think it´s a joke. A few plot holes and scenes that just make no sense and are awkward for the sake of being awkward. But I also have to keep watching it. Idk why but it´s strangely entertaining. 10/10 would recommend if you want to take a break from the serious stuff and watch something stupid instead.Was this review helpful to you?
