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Trope-filled short BL series
This is a low-budget series with a lot of production issues. But that is not the reason why this series is so mediocre. It is just a badly written series with every known trope for BL series thrown into 45 minutes. The heavy reliance on standard story lines is getting old and trite. In addition, the constant taunting and victimizing someone because he is good looking IS sexual harassment and these behaviors are simply unacceptable. It is no longer funny, or entertaining and needs to stop. Ironically, the two main actors give this boring series some life. They ought to be 'shipped' for other series since they do have good screen chemistry and they did try and make this work. If only they had more to work with. Too bad.Was this review helpful to you?
Astonishingly Good BL Series
This is an astonishingly series that went in a completely different direction than I expected it to. I was convinced that I would perhaps get through one episode and then go, “Eh”. But I was so very wrong. The dynamics of this series is quite profound. This series ends so remarkably that I was deeply and profoundly moved by it. While it is only three episodes, they managed to capture the angst, trauma, and reality of two high school boys floundering trying to figure out what they felt and how to act on that. . It is one of the best coming of age stories I have seen in a long time and frankly brilliantly acted.You can read my full review at BLBliss.com.
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A Poetic and Beautiful Story
Sometimes things simply hit you with a softness and a gentleness that you do not always feel it but you know it is there. This is such a story that is stunning and so beautifully told. It is a story of two men living in quiet solitude. Watching this BL series, for me, was like listening to a Gregorian Chant. You do not need a lot of notes, just enough so they blend in harmony to make beautiful music. And this is what happens here. Two people in softness connect with such beauty on an intimate level that their lives sing with love.Please read my complete review at BLBliss.com.
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A Quiet Gem
This is a surprisingly good series that has some production issues but its overall theme is outstanding. While the story is not new, it is presented in a very distinct fashion. The social issues of the transgender community is represented in this series with great sensitivity and reality. For that alone, it is worth a look-see. Perhaps it tries to tackle too much in a very short period of time but I believe its intent was to make aware of the plight of the transgender community. And that it does effectively.To read my full review go to BLBliss.com
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Implausible plot with a beautiful ending
This is a very unusual story that is somewhat implausible given the period of time that it takes place. But despite that , it works. It works on the strength of the actors and the pretty good dialogue. This could have been a sham arrangement but it began to feel normal and right. It did lack depth and I do wish there were more episodes to see greater character development. But I was moved by its story and beauty. I am sure not everyone will agree but it is entertaining and likeable.See my full review of this BL series at BLBliss.com.
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Entertaining but not as soulful
This is a great entertaining series that has some significantly good actors and actress in it. The story for me twisted too much in a direction that seems counterintuitive to one of the major characters. In other words, I just did not believe he would take that course of action. The introduction of a third major character gives it some spice and perhaps leads to a new direction. But the story was not as soulful for me. It became just too cute with an expected happy ending. I wanted a bit more intensity to this series which I know the actors/actresses are quite capable of showing. I missed the rawness that the first Season had.Was this review helpful to you?
Outstanding Cast But Too Much of a Polished Story
This series had so much potential but sort of spun its wheels in the sand. It is good and the actors and actresses are all outstanding. The story goes off on too many tangents that are unnecessary and they gloss over the real issues. That is unfortunate because this ensemble has some real acting skills that were never fully realized or used. If you tackle major issues in life, then be prepared to offer some major solutions. Not just cute endings. The dream sequence in this series should not have worked but for me, it did so. Maybe because of its allegorical theme to it.If you want to read my full review of this series, you can do so at BLBliss.com
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A Masterpiece!
This is a gem and a tremendous work of art and a cinematic experience. It is all so breathtakingly beautiful and poignant, loving, and reflective morality. There are some scenes in this movie that ought to be studied by all who are studying to be actors, directors, and film professionals. Sometimes, simplicity is best and a solid story of human understanding. The scene on the swings (for those of you who have seen the movie) is one of the best filmed interactions between two people I have ever seen. Quiet. Reflective. Child-like. And so moving. Sheer brilliance. One of the Best BL Movies I have ever seen!Was this review helpful to you?
Fun Fantasy
I have to admit that this was a unique series. It is just so much fun to watch and (surprise) it has ghosts in it. But these ghosts are corporal! And that makes this series rich and fun to watch. There is a certain sadness about the stories of the 'ghosts' and how they became ghosts. Part of this series is redemption. And love. What brought this series down is the poor production. The acting for the most part is pretty good and believable and their are some very sincere exchanges between a number of couples that I found surprisingly well written. For entertainment, this is a fun series to watch. You can read my full review of this series at BLBliss.com.Was this review helpful to you?
Truly Best Picture
There are not enough words to describe this truly phenomenal movie. I had watched this way back when and knew that if it were an American film, it would be nominated and no doubt win, Best Picture. To my surprise, it was and it did. I was elated because it is a human story told in human terms with a deep understanding of the human psyche. This story is relatable if ever you were ever marginalized or barely making it and you KNEW you were smarter than them. It is a fantastic story of human tragedy and to a degree human redemption.Was this review helpful to you?
Never Reaches Its Potential
This is a somewhat frustrating and disappointing BL series. It never quite gets to where I thought it should have gone. Instead, it gets bogged down in minutiae and never really tackles the real issues related to this series. The premise is a good one but it is just executed poorly. It ends abruptly and rather stupidly. I am guessing there were going to be more seasons but it looks like there will not be. Perhaps with more stories this could have evolved into a better series. I just never bought that these two guys were in love with each other. Sure, they acted 'gay' but the believability factor for me was missing. Too bad. It all felt too rushed for me.Was this review helpful to you?
An Unpretentious Gem
While not as quirky as the first one, this series is so adorable filled with characters that I would WANT to know and hang out with. The story is a bit contrived and not as organic as the first Season, but in terms of sheer charm and enjoyment, it is just so entertaining. I loved the country charm and feel to it and surprisingly I even liked the music. (Generally, I find actors singing in these series annoying and awful but in this case, they were pretty good). I liked this series a lot! For my full review of this quiet little gem go to BLBliss.com.Was this review helpful to you?
Phenomenal and One of the Best for 2021
Simply put, this is a phenomenally good BL series that shows interdimensional love and made it look real, genuine, and beautiful. It is an outstandingly simple story but with a complexity in terms of delivering its message in such a moving and human way. I loved it and the ending is one of the most endearing and heartfelt and moving endings of any BL series I have ever seen. It is near perfection. If it were not for technical and production issues, it would be a masterpiece. For my full review, go to BLBliss.com.Was this review helpful to you?
Brilliant and Phenomenal Movie
This was a simple story of serendipity, perhaps fate, and/or destiny. You choose. This was mostly a story with, for, and about teenage boys who fall in love with teenage boys and they alone must resolve their own dilemmas. How this story ends is, for me, a cinematic triumph and has to be experienced personally. So, I leave that up to you. The brilliant mixture of the Catholic Church with fortune-telling and destiny is brilliant and makes this movie so special and unique.If yo want to read my full review of this exciting movie, please visit my site at BLBliss.com.
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Just Awful
I wish I did not have to say that this series is that bad but it really is. Mainly due to the production. It was just bad. It was amateurish and it sounded as if it was recorded in a kitchen with a bunch of children playing in the background. This story was surprisingly interesting as it morphed from Greek mythology to Thai culture. It could have been a very interesting premise but it fell flat with the acting only mediocre at best. That had to be because of poor direction and in incoherent screenplay. I felt really bad for the actors and actress. They needed more direction and coaching.It did have a main character who was gay and not afraid or ashamed to say that. It also had a strong female lead and she was quite good. The actors are all so adorable and cute but wasted because they had no sense as to where this series was going or how to get there.
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