I feel like the production sometimes doesn't work together with the story and the actors. And this has happened in every episode so far, and unfortunately I know it will keep happening...
The lighting is so unnecessarily bright and constant at times that most scenes end up feeling the same. Sometimes it's so strong that the actors' expressions are almost washed out, and together with the white and grey colours, everything starts to feel flat.
The camera also sometimes weakens moments that are already strong. It stays too far away, chooses angles that don't really show what the characters are feeling, or even makes the actors look less flattering for no reason. I really liked Oat's acting in the flower arrangement scene, but I kept wanting the camera to get closer. I wanted to see his hands fidgeting with the flowers, his teary eyes, and the hesitation on his face. The hairstyles don't help either, since they keep covering their eyes during important moments...
I also feel the same about Nakhun's office because the decor feels more focused on showing his status than revealing his character. The golden decorations, the Greek sculpture, the globe with its excessive frame... individually they're fine, but together they feel loud and over the top, almost kitsch. Nakhun is a cold, calculated and deeply lonely businessman, and I wanted his personal space to reflect his personality much more.
Then we suddenly find out that Nakhun had been away for days, that he missed Phatsa, and that he even took one of his shirts with him... but we never see any of it. We don't even see him telling Phatsa he'll be away or what those days were like for the both of them. Episode 2 already showed us how difficult it is for them to be apart, so why skip the scene that would make us actually feel that separation with them, or most importantly, that would not disrupt the continuity for the final scene? It just doesn't make sense...
BoatOat are making me care about these characters, and I actually believe some scenes work really well in this episode. I just keep wishing the production would stop getting in their way and allow those moments to reach their full emotional potential.
Sangnuea and Naphtich's first meet was so fun to watch! I had so much fun and anticipation with them!
Sangnuea knew exactly what he was doing and who he was. He knows he is attractive, that he has charisma, and the effect has on people, and he is using all of that so naturally to his advantage.
I really enjoyed the tension between them! The way Sangnuea looks at Naphtich, the continuous eye contact, the effortless touches, the way he moves into and slightly out of Naphtich's personal space, the way he looks at his lips and slowly looks him over, and even bringing the glass to Naphtich's lips while maintaining eye contact. I want more!
Sangnuea also knew from the start that he was approaching an Alpha, and I loved the way they incorporated omegaverse into his flirting! The repeated neck presentation, lowering his blazer to expose his shoulder, the pheromones, he's clearly saying „go ahead, I want you to bite to your heart's content, I know you want me”. I really loved the omegaverse flirting, and I’m so happy they included it!
I also loved that, while Sangnuea is intentionally presenting as an omega, he is still the one in control. He decides the pace, the direction, and how close they get. The actor does such a great job capturing that sense of enticement and confidence. I'm very grateful for Folk!
Naphtich is composed, watches Sangnuea carefully, seems a little amused, clearly very interested, holds his gaze, and allows him into his space. There is such strong attraction and tension between them from Sangnuea’s clear temptation and Naphtich’s very obvious willingness!
This episode introduced a completely different side of Sangnuea to me, someone who knows how to use charm and attraction to get what he wants. But what does he want? Money, power? Or does he simply enjoy the thrill of deceiving people?
Is Sangnuea targeting Naphtich? Is he trying to manipulate him, use him, steal something from him, or even blackmail him? Was he trying to do the same with Nakhin? Was him being chased by the two thugs in episode 1 a consequence of these types of choices?
The girl from the club, the pheromones with Nakhin at the cafe, and the way he leaves the cafe all make me wonder about Sangnuea’s real intentions, who he actually is, and how their relationship will evolve.
Either way, this was the highlight of the episode for me! The chemistry between Sangnuea and Naphtich is so refreshing, and I’m really excited to see where their story goes!
The lighting is so unnecessarily bright and constant at times that most scenes end up feeling the same. Sometimes it's so strong that the actors' expressions are almost washed out, and together with the white and grey colours, everything starts to feel flat.
The camera also sometimes weakens moments that are already strong. It stays too far away, chooses angles that don't really show what the characters are feeling, or even makes the actors look less flattering for no reason. I really liked Oat's acting in the flower arrangement scene, but I kept wanting the camera to get closer. I wanted to see his hands fidgeting with the flowers, his teary eyes, and the hesitation on his face.
The hairstyles don't help either, since they keep covering their eyes during important moments...
I also feel the same about Nakhun's office because the decor feels more focused on showing his status than revealing his character. The golden decorations, the Greek sculpture, the globe with its excessive frame... individually they're fine, but together they feel loud and over the top, almost kitsch. Nakhun is a cold, calculated and deeply lonely businessman, and I wanted his personal space to reflect his personality much more.
Then we suddenly find out that Nakhun had been away for days, that he missed Phatsa, and that he even took one of his shirts with him... but we never see any of it. We don't even see him telling Phatsa he'll be away or what those days were like for the both of them. Episode 2 already showed us how difficult it is for them to be apart, so why skip the scene that would make us actually feel that separation with them, or most importantly, that would not disrupt the continuity for the final scene? It just doesn't make sense...
BoatOat are making me care about these characters, and I actually believe some scenes work really well in this episode. I just keep wishing the production would stop getting in their way and allow those moments to reach their full emotional potential.
Sangnuea knew exactly what he was doing and who he was. He knows he is attractive, that he has charisma, and the effect has on people, and he is using all of that so naturally to his advantage.
I really enjoyed the tension between them! The way Sangnuea looks at Naphtich, the continuous eye contact, the effortless touches, the way he moves into and slightly out of Naphtich's personal space, the way he looks at his lips and slowly looks him over, and even bringing the glass to Naphtich's lips while maintaining eye contact. I want more!
Sangnuea also knew from the start that he was approaching an Alpha, and I loved the way they incorporated omegaverse into his flirting! The repeated neck presentation, lowering his blazer to expose his shoulder, the pheromones, he's clearly saying „go ahead, I want you to bite to your heart's content, I know you want me”. I really loved the omegaverse flirting, and I’m so happy they included it!
I also loved that, while Sangnuea is intentionally presenting as an omega, he is still the one in control. He decides the pace, the direction, and how close they get. The actor does such a great job capturing that sense of enticement and confidence. I'm very grateful for Folk!
Naphtich is composed, watches Sangnuea carefully, seems a little amused, clearly very interested, holds his gaze, and allows him into his space. There is such strong attraction and tension between them from Sangnuea’s clear temptation and Naphtich’s very obvious willingness!
This episode introduced a completely different side of Sangnuea to me, someone who knows how to use charm and attraction to get what he wants. But what does he want? Money, power? Or does he simply enjoy the thrill of deceiving people?
Is Sangnuea targeting Naphtich? Is he trying to manipulate him, use him, steal something from him, or even blackmail him? Was he trying to do the same with Nakhin? Was him being chased by the two thugs in episode 1 a consequence of these types of choices?
The girl from the club, the pheromones with Nakhin at the cafe, and the way he leaves the cafe all make me wonder about Sangnuea’s real intentions, who he actually is, and how their relationship will evolve.
Either way, this was the highlight of the episode for me! The chemistry between Sangnuea and Naphtich is so refreshing, and I’m really excited to see where their story goes!