Anyone who want some angsty drama, please check out "Third Person." This series is gonna hold a really special spot in my heart. It's one of my fav GL book, and bought it long before North Star revealed they were adapting it, and it feels incredible seeing one of my favorite Thai actresses, Garn Nuttacha, taking on the lead role. It's probably because I never thought I would ever see her play in a GL. But whatever is meant to be will be.
As for Ep1, I like the changes from the book they made in the series—the way it puts the issue of trauma at the forefront and blends it well with the romance. While it feels a slightly bit rushed, it still manages to deliver the key plot points well. Chris having a total gay-panic the entire episode is just mood!
Production-wise, I'm getting those GMMTV feels. But no surprise, given that the directors are a part of the Snap25 team. The production quality has been solid so far—no complaints there. But I feel like there might be one or two technical things that might bug me down the line. But that's a conversation for another space.
Performance-wise - Mimie Bhapat, being a newcomer, impresses me with how well she delivers Sun's directness and flirtatious side without coming off as trying too hard. Her portrayal of Sun may not be as what I imagined in the book, but she managed to bring a better version of Sun to life. I stan talented newcomer. I'm watching the series for Garn, now I stay for Mimie.
Go check out NorthStar YT for uncut version.
