K-Drama 
Stagnant
"Summertime" leans into the classic childhood-friends-to-lovers trope. While the "outstanding but cold seme" archetype feels quite cliché at this point, the series earns major points for its dynamic between the leads. It is refreshing to see a pairing where both characters are masculine, breaking away from the usual cutesy uke stereotype.
Unfortunately, the series falters in its character development as it progresses. The early episodes set up a lot of depth—particularly with a lead who is initially self-assured, comfortable with homosexuality, and proud. However, that strong foundation crumbles later on when he inexplicably regresses into deep insecurity. This inconsistency makes the character arc feel poorly executed and robs the story of the depth it promised at the start.
Despite these frustrating flaws in character progression, it is still an enjoyable and decent watch overall.
Unfortunately, the series falters in its character development as it progresses. The early episodes set up a lot of depth—particularly with a lead who is initially self-assured, comfortable with homosexuality, and proud. However, that strong foundation crumbles later on when he inexplicably regresses into deep insecurity. This inconsistency makes the character arc feel poorly executed and robs the story of the depth it promised at the start.
Despite these frustrating flaws in character progression, it is still an enjoyable and decent watch overall.
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