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Memoir of Rati

จาฤกรติชา ‧ Drama ‧ 2025
Ongoing 2/12
The BL Xpress
1 people found this review helpful
Jul 4, 2025
2 of 12 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 7.5
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 7.5
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 7.5
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A Historical Period Drama That Leaves You Exhilarated!

Romance isn’t something that can be planned. It isn’t something that can be decided by rank, title, or the weight of someone else’s opinion. Love doesn’t care about decorum or boundaries, it simply begins.

And in Memoir of Rati, it begins quietly. With glances exchanged at a festival and curiosity sparked between two men who, by society’s rules, have no business falling for one another.

Set in 1915 Siam, this historical Thai BL opens with soft tension and beautiful restraint. Adapted from the web novel by P. Picha, it introduces us to Rati (Inn Sarin), an orphan brought back to Siam as a French interpreter, and Thee (Great Sapol), a marquis in the Ministry of Education. Their meeting is simple, almost forgettable, but under the stillness, there’s something unmistakable happening between them.

Rati is a man between worlds. Born in Siam but raised in France, he walks the line between two homes, two loyalties, and two versions of himself. His return to Siam isn’t met with open arms, especially not from the biological mother he longs for, a kitchen maid with ties to him she chooses not to acknowledge. It’s a quiet heartbreak that threads through Rati’s early days back in Siam, and we feel it as he tries not to unravel.

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Ongoing 1/12
Eternal Love of Drama
5 people found this review helpful
Jun 20, 2025
1 of 12 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 7.0
Story 4.5
Acting/Cast 5.5
Music 3.5
Rewatch Value 1.5

An Ambitious Series Off To A Slow Start



This is an ambitious GMM series.

I’m all in for it to be successful, as anything to do with politics and military history is my bag, but I’m stumped they gave this significant project to someone with so few accolades as a Director in general and specifically to a production team with no BL success record whatsoever. Let’s see what they can pull off.

Will this be another GMM BL where the actors are expected to compensate for an otherwise weak creative effort and then take the blame when they inevitable fail to do the impossible? I hope not. This strategy is what GMM has largely been trading on for the last two or three years with very little success - yet they persist.

I don’t think we can discount that they’re trying to make another hit as big as To Sir With Love but I think they’re going need much more than aesthetics and expensive color techniques. TSWL has an accomplished Director and a technically strong, culturally confident, very senior writing team that really immersed themselves in every second of the translation of this story to our screens as their critical and commercial success attests. However, not even that entire creative team along with the two superstar actors who helmed the TSWL production have been able to replicate that level of success in a BL with a greatly reduced-in-quality script. This matters.

The Episode
Thailand has a very interesting and complicated history with the Imperial nations and though it was not directly colonised by Europeans it still had a tense relationship with them for hundreds of years. Thailand also had relations of domination with some of its neighbours and had its own imperial ambitions in the region so I’m keen to see how this plays out in the story. This should provide much of the foundational dramatic tension for the story, but somehow so far, it has not put in an appearance.

It’s good that they try to depict some of the cultural norms and past-times from that period which is pretty cool even if they’re mostly limited to extensive scenes of fighting arts. I hope they will expand on this area in due course besides the few seconds of a music theatre show.

It was very nice to see some familiar props, sceneries and even sets from TSWL and I think that’s a useful welcoming nod to a community that already has positive associations with these symbols.

When Rati describes himself as a Frenchman and Thee describes a few of Rati’s actions and instincts as Thai, I’m not sure where the politics of the narrative will take this but it suggests a core struggle for Rati’s character will be his own political consciousness as an indigenous person and this development is surely going to make huge impact on the choices he will undoubtedly have to make. Looking forward to this if so.

I’m hoping that they don’t do the usual rushed relationship that has become a hallmark of GMM TV flops because in the very first section of the first episode they seem to already be into each other which is not a promising start given a context that precludes it, but perhaps they have too few episodes to accommodate the depth and breadth of the original story? Let’s find out.

A few things that gave me pause:

Someone who looks like a stranger to the locals and is even associated with a European embassy at a time when France has violently colonised pretty much all of the immediate surrounding countries, is going to be beset by spies monitoring his every move and you can triple that during wartime. So Rati’s immediate bonding with a Thai stranger without a sense of his own security is very odd but again, maybe they have to rush it because they haven’t got enough episodes; I don’t quite understand, and the flashbacks don’t make this more compelling. A French-speaking operative would be regarded as a hostile, not a friendly, force in occupied Indochina and certainly with good reason during WW1.

These contextual oversights might help explain the forced intimacy which logically seems much too much too soon in the way it is introduced before the end of the 1/4 parts. This is usually the sign of a writing team that is not confident in its ability to maintain dramatic tension so they substitute for it with sexual tension instead - once more not great. The dramatic tension heightens all the other sources of tension, even some of the jokes might’ve landed if a modicum of dramatic tension could’ve been generated. Urgent sounding music scores do not make up for this lack.

As a brand new member of a diplomatic corps in a new assignment he/sh would be drilled to be on maximum guard. Even if attracted to someone sexually you have to regard them as almost an enemy, and losing a necklace doesn’t constitute such an extenuating circumstance that would make one abandon precautions that could literally save one’s life. If Thee’s trying to seduce Rati sexually, we haven’t been given even subtext that he is aware of Rati’s sexuality as a factor that could help him and not endanger him and his mission, so I feel Thee needed to have put in a bit more work in order to persuade Rati to let down his guard so prematurely, but maybe there’s more that we don’t know yet.

Let’s see what unfolds with episode 2.

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Ongoing 1/12
JPLATT
0 people found this review helpful
Jul 12, 2025
1 of 12 episodes seen
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Overall 9.5
Story 7.5
Acting/Cast 10
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 10

Surprised this is from GMMTV

This series, so far, stands head and shoulders in every way above the pablum that GMMTV's been putting out lately.

Everything about it is good, and historical setting is really the chef's kiss.

I'd like to see GMMTV put out more quality productions such as this and less low-quality pulp.
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Cryssieee
17 people found this review helpful
Sep 5, 2025
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.5
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 8.0

Delicado, mas inesquecível

Esse BL tem um ritmo bem próprio, é mais lento, mas te prende nos detalhes, no olhar, em cada suspiro dado. A história gira em torno de amor, perda e reencontros, trazendo um tom melancólico que não é pesado demais, mas o suficiente pra cutucar onde dói. E olha, vou ser sincera, essa sutileza pode ser tanto o charme quanto o ponto fraco da série, dependendo do humor de quem assiste.

O casal Rati e Thee foi o coração mais doce da trama. Eles têm uma química que não precisa de exagero, tudo funciona na delicadeza: um toque de mão, um olhar prolongado, uma conversa dita quase em sussurros. A relação deles é construída num compasso calmo, cheio de carinho, e é justamente isso que traz o peso emocional. Eles são leves, mas carregam uma intensidade silenciosa que me deixou suspirando em várias cenas.

Já Mek e Dech foram o meu ponto de maior interesse. O contraste da personalidade deles trouxe uma energia diferente, mais densa e carregada de tensão. O jeito como eles orbitam um ao outro, cheio de faíscas e não-ditos, foi viciante de assistir. Só que justamente por terem esse ar mais explosivo, eles pediam mais intensidade física, mais entrega. Fiquei com a sensação de que a série deixou passar a oportunidade de explorar o quanto esse casal poderia incendiar a tela.

Apesar de toda a beleza na sutileza dos gestos e olhares, confesso que senti falta de um pouco mais de contato íntimo entre os casais. Principalmente no Mek e Dech porque, sinceramente, esse casal gritava por intensidade física, por aquela fagulha que pede beijo roubado no calor da briga ou abraço desesperado depois de uma confissão. Já o Rati e o Thee funcionaram muito bem na delicadeza, na coisa quase poética de amar em silêncio, mas o Mek e o Dech pediam mais entrega nesse sentido, e ficou uma vontadezinha não saciada.

Agora, se tem algo que pesou foram os tropeços do roteiro. Alguns episódios se arrastaram sem necessidade, repetindo situações que já estavam claras, enquanto outros personagens foram jogados de lado sem muito desenvolvimento. Teve também escolhas de direção, e conveniências de roteiro, que não ajudaram a narrativa a fluir, principalmente em momentos que pediam mais impacto. Nada que torne a série ruim, mas o suficiente pra perceber que, com alguns ajustes, poderia ter sido ainda mais grandiosa.

No fim das contas, Memories of Rati foi uma experiência agridoce. Tem uma beleza poética que conquista, mas também escorregões que atrapalham um pouco a imersão. Eu recomendo sim, especialmente se você gosta de BLs que se apoiam mais na emoção contida do que na paixão escancarada. O que mais me marcou foi essa mistura de delicadeza com dor, e como até na falta de intensidade física os personagens conseguiram me passar tanto sentimento. É uma série que pode não ser para todo mundo, mas com certeza você vai se encantar se der uma chance a ela.

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Khao Sousa
4 people found this review helpful
Sep 5, 2025
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

Um Novo Clássico

Mais do que um clássico romântico — é uma série que explora com profundidade temas como orgulho, julgamento, classe social, identidade e transformação pessoal.
O romance entre Thee e Rati é central, mas não cai em clichês fáceis. Ele se desenvolve lentamente, com conflitos reais, dilemas morais e momentos de ternura e tensão.
É um amor à primeira vista, mas que se desenvolve lenta e silenciosamente.
Fiquei muito feliz por terem decidido fazer um projeto tão incrível como este.
É realmente uma série maravilhosa — cada episódio, cada cena, cada cena de amor, tudo foi lindo.

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lila
1 people found this review helpful
Apr 20, 2026
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 10
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 9.0
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Uma das histórias mais lindas que a GMMTV já criou

Memoir of Rati foi uma história linda de amor, que nem mesmo o tempo que eles ficaram separados puderam mudar os sentimentos, mesmo com tanta proibição e obstáculos da época o amor deles dois vendeu tudo! Muitos diálogos lindos, amei o fato de que não colocaram a personagem feminina que deveria cadar com o Thee como vilã, simplesmente zero defeitos, temos uma história pouco real, mas mesmo assim linda demais, digo que foge da realidade pois um casal como eles nunca ficariam juntos em pleno 1915 😭, mas como aqui é ficção óbvio que vamos aceitar!♡ Começou muito cativante, sou suspeita a falar pq eu amo muito dramas de época, queria ter visto mais sofrimento KKKKKKKKsim eu adoro, com tanto que o casal acabe bem rs. Gostei que também focaram em outras coisas além dos casais, falando nisso, o casal secundário deu um show, AouBoom são perfeitos. Falando em casal tb, o final desse bl me deixou muito triste pq os GreatIn "se separaram" logo após o término da série, acompanhava eles desde Wandee Goodday e fiquei triste com essa notícia, mas desejo muito sucesso a ambos.

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AlexCruzDeMalta
1 people found this review helpful
Nov 29, 2025
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 9.0

10/10 Unexpectedly Good

I'm genuinely surprised (in the best way) by what GMMTV has created with this series. Only 7 episodes are out so far (out of 12) but it has already made a strong impression (on me). It's a beautifully crafted period drama and if you're familiar with the history between France and Thailand, the storyline becomes even more meaningful. What really stands out is how well the show captures the essence of that era. The setting, the costumes, the atmosphere and everything feels authentic and immersive. The first lead couple is my favorite, also their story feels deep and emotionally engaging. But the second lead couple also holds their own and both pairs have fantastic chemistry. The performances across the board are solid, every actor has done a great job so far. This series has real potential. It gives you a genuine feeling something that lingers after you watch it. GMMTV definitely deserves credit for stepping out of their usual zone and delivering such a quality historical drama. Can't wait to see how the remaining episodes unfold!!

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Cadaric
1 people found this review helpful
Nov 12, 2025
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 1
Overall 6.0
Story 7.5
Acting/Cast 7.5
Music 4.0
Rewatch Value 2.0

Un acteur qui joue un Français VS un Français qui joue à l'acteur

Une série sans grand intérêt. Bon c'est du GMMTV donc on nous plonge dans l'univers, on rempli le tout de moment mignon avant de créer un maximum de drama saupoudré de clichés et de moments illogiques, pour finir en beauté pour tout le monde.
Enfin, je vais nuancer quand même car pour une fois, les méchants ne s'en sortent pas totalement sans égratignure, ce qui m'a fait plaisir.

On va souligné l'effort fait pour intégrer le français à la série mais ça fait quand même ridicule sur le fond. Surtout entre Rati et son père. Père dont il traduit les propos aux autres personnes, mais ne lui traduit pas les réponses. ^^
Entre l'acteur qui joue le rôle de professeur de Français alors qu'on ne comprend rien de ce qu'il dit, et un Français qui donne l'impression de lire un texte en permanence en surjouant... On obtient un acteur qui joue au Français, face à un Français qui joue à l'acteur.

Les personnages principaux sont mignons mais je trouvais leur relation un peu fade. Toujours dans une retenue qui est très mignonne mais m'empêche de rentrer dedans à cause d'un manque de passion. Certes, c'est un ressenti très personnel.
De même, le yoyo entre "je t'aime, on affrontera tout ensemble" et "Tu sera mieux sans moi" est très fatiguant au bout d'un moment. La fin d'ailleurs ne m'a pas du tout marquée, c'était très surfait et encore une fois forcée car il faut absolument que tout s'arrange quitte à bidouiller un peu.

Je me demande d'ailleurs si l'histoire du couple secondaire n'est pas plus intéressante et vivante. En tout cas, plus j'avançais dans la série, et plus j'attendais leur venue.

On alterne également entre moment drôle, pour revenir à des répétitions qui donnent des longueurs à l'ensemble.
Sans parler des personnages inutile à l'histoire, et d'autres qui disparaissent et dont on ne saura plus rien par la suite.
Pour l'avoir regardée en Watch Party avec d'autres personnes, on était tous soulagé que ça se termine.

Donc pas un BL qui restera dans ma mémoire malgré son côté posé et mignon.

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weakheroseob
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Jan 10, 2026
12 of 12 episodes seen
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Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 9.5
GreatInn foi definitivamente um dos melhores couples que a gmm teve, muito triste que tenham chegado ao fim, mas muito feliz que eles nos entregaram essa obra de arte antes de nos deixar.
Tudo nessa serie me encantou, além de ter cenas lindas a história é maravilhosa e ainda nos entregou os AouBoom, simplesmente incrível.
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Nov 16, 2025
12 of 12 episodes seen
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Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.5
Rewatch Value 10

Una de las relaciones más bonitas que he visto en un BL: Thee-Rati

Al principio no le llamaba la atención la serie a pesar der ser un drama de época (me gustan mucho). Sin embargo, decidí verla un día que no tenía nada que ver y vaya que me encantó, no pude parar de verla de lo adictiva que me resultó.

Lo que más me gustó de esta serie fueron los personajes, sobretodo los 4 principales: Rati, Thee, Mek y Dech. Cada uno con sus propios motivos, personalidades y aspiraciones. Los cuatro fueron encantadores a su manera y la forma en que crecieron y defendieron su forma de ser fue emotiva. Para mí la historia de Rati y Thee fue tan hermosa que se me derretía el corazón de verlos juntos. Es una relación sana, madura, en la que la comprensión, la empatía, el respeto, el amor, su fidelidad a ser uno mismo, la justicia y la honestidad están presentes. Thee es un personaje que me robó el corazón y su relación con Rati fue encantadora. Mek y Dech fueron creciendo y logrando sus objetivos en conjunto, no pude evitar desear lo mejor para ellos.

¿Estoy siendo objetiva? No, y no busco serlo. Para mí si una serie o historia me atrapa y cautiva es ya un 10 personal.
¿Tiene defectos? Probablemente sí.
¿La volvería a ver? Por supuesto, seguramente la veré muchas veces más.

Por último, su fotografía, en particular la de la naturaleza, vestuario y ost fueron maravillosos para mí.




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amai jiejie
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Sep 25, 2025
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Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

UMA PRECIOSIDADE!

A TODOS QUE DERAM NOTA BAIXA PRA ESSE LAKORN: VCS SÃO MEUS INIMIGOS!
NÃO SE DEIXE LEVAR POR ESSAS AVALIAÇÕES E APENAS ASSISTA!

O drama é PERFEITO em sua proposta. Simplesmente tudo nele é delicado, sensível, fofo, um MIMO!
Óbvio que não tem cena hot igual em bls modernos né, mas se você procura mais do que isso, vá em frente sem medo!
Não farei review da história inteira, mas não há com o que se preocupar: ela é perfeita, 1000/10! Final feliz!
Tudo funciona: O cp principal é PERFEITO, sempre te fazendo sentir borboletas no estômago, química insana! Está tudo no olhar, uau! Os atores arrasaram. O segundo cp é tão bom quanto o principal!!! E os demais personagens super carismáticos. A história é relativamente simples e o foco está no romance, passando por superar as dificuldades para ficar junto ao final, sem excesso de conflitos ou um grande inimigo. Fotografia muito linda e trilha cativante.

É um drama para você aquecer o coração, guardar num potinho e sorrir enquanto acompanha Rati e seu amado Thee.
Resumo: APENAS ASSISTAM!!!!!

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ChicoDramaKTJ
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Sep 21, 2025
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Overall 10
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 10

Muy buen drama de época

Esta pareja no necesita guion con solo aparecer llena todo el espacio con su química. Me gusto mucho, la pareja secundaria también estuvo excelente. Me atrapo de principio a fin. Si tuviera que pedirle algo a la serie sería un especial de ellos como pareja después del reencuentro, pero como algo adicional, el final aunque algo mal editado fue hermoso.
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