why is no one talking about how good looking chen (ming) is????? i’m fucking shook. i can’t wait for mingkit to take over my life in this version like they did in the first
Director New is literally one of the most racist directors out there. The main role called for a dark skin half…
it’s colourism not racism. they’re all asian (or mixed asian). there’s no racial discrimination. there is colour discrimination at play here.
that said. finding a half arab thai person, would be nearly impossible, but finding a dark skin actor?? he could have done that easily , especially after all the fuss they made about not casting MeanPlan because they’re light skin and don’t fit the roles lol. (like the hypocrisy? lol)
unfortunately, thai media as well basically every other media in the world, favours lighter skin. it’s the result of colonialism and western influence.
it’s not right, and it’s sad that even tho european mixed thais and other lighter skin thai people make up a minority of the population, they make up a majority of the media representation. it’s sad that darker skinned actors, especially women, are often passed over regardless of their talent bcs of their skin or are given stereotypical sidekick roles. it’s sad that when a leading role finally calls for a darker skin person, it’s given to someone lighter yet again.
but! boycotting would be pointless. 1) as international fans our opinions and views aren’t much of a concern 2) unless you make the reason for your protest known to Khun New, he’ll have no idea why the ratings are lower, even if you manage to make a dent in those ratings, and 3) this is a systematic issue in not only thailand but many other countries. boycotting one little bl series that ultimately doesn’t even matter in the grand scheme of things, won’t make a difference.
for changes to be made, it’s gonna take decades if not centuries of unlearning that goes beyond New and his series.
I guess we'll have to get used to crumbs for Jack and Zhaozi's relationship development. With just 4 episodes…
it’s actually really strange that they promote them so much as the second couple when they get so little screen time or development. they might as well have promoted hong ye and daoyi as the second couple, i’d be way less salty bcs then i wouldn’t expect much.
(note: i am using a general “you” here, so don’t take it personally if what i’m saying doesn’t personally apply).
there’s nothing wrong with only liking fluffy romances, some people aren’t into action or angst, and that’s fine.
but! gay relationships deserve a variety of portrayals, the same way straight relationships are found in action, thrillers, sci fi and all sorts of genres.
its’s not fair that our stories are limited to: everyone dies and has HIV or it’s fluffy fluffy land where everyone and their pet is gay. so when a show (History 3: trapped) attempts to break that mould by bringing in a main plot that has action and suspense, you don’t have to watch it if that’s not what interests you (the same way i stay clear of sci fi because it doesn’t interest me), but you also shouldn’t bash it for those reasons, because ultimately, you’re directly contributing to our lack of representation since directors and writers are going to stop taking chances to avoid that unfair criticism. meaning once again, our stories will be pigeon holed into those same 2 portrayals.
wohhhh...YiYi is wearing ear studs..love it...guess he is now dolling himself up since now he got a boyfriend......I…
i definitely think there’s room for improvement, there always is, but i had no idea there was this much backlash? i mean i have a bit of a short attention span myself, so i always want things to be more *intense* to hold my interest lol, whether that’s the action or the romance, and sometimes this show can be a bit mild, but other than that, they’ve done a good job. what’s there to be upset about???
Piece of my mind on episode 14 :I think Shao Fei's reaction towards Tang Yi was freaking bad, since not even a…
i agree with you to an extent. i don’t think it’s really in his character to beat guys up who are pretty much defenceless (or turn a blind eye to murder), even considering what happened, but i was shocked that he didn’t have more visible outrage. maybe yelling at ah de or like getting all up in his personal space in a threatening way etc. i mean everyone handles these things differently and shows their emotions differently, but i wont lie, i did expect more than what was given.
OMG! The way Tang Yi looks at Shao Fei tho *sighs dreamily* I cannot with this couple. And I need more of Zhao…
i need way more zhaozi and jack! considering they’re the second couple they sure don’t get a lot of screen time. heck even hong ye and her man get more time and relationship development
I’m obsessed with this. Their chemistry is electric and, for once in a kdrama, the progression of the relationship feels so natural even if it is innocent. It’s not the painfully and unrealistically slow relationship I’m used to seeing in kdramas . Even their kisses are good.
I also love the fact that there is no love triangle. One reason I tend to avoid kdramas is because I’m sick of the “rich asshole” and “genuinely nice guy” fall for the same Mary Sue female lead. Jung Rok may have been stern at first but he was never an ass and watching him gradually loosen up and become progressively more adorable is melting my cold heart lol. Yeon Seo is also amazing. Such a cute but capable character.
I have to say I’m impressed with the side plots. They genuinely grab my attention! None of the characters are boring and the cases have all kinds of twists and turns.
All in all, one of the best kdramas I’ve ever watched. I’ve loved every minute of it.
I didn't look like rape to me. He initiated it, but it seemed like Oat was willing. We'll see when we watch it.
I have to disagree. He’s barely conscious, he’s literally flopped down on the bed. Not to mention he’s on a drug he’d never taken before. None of that is consensual.
K-Drama 
that said. finding a half arab thai person, would be nearly impossible, but finding a dark skin actor?? he could have done that easily , especially after all the fuss they made about not casting MeanPlan because they’re light skin and don’t fit the roles lol. (like the hypocrisy? lol)
unfortunately, thai media as well basically every other media in the world, favours lighter skin. it’s the result of colonialism and western influence.
it’s not right, and it’s sad that even tho european mixed thais and other lighter skin thai people make up a minority of the population, they make up a majority of the media representation. it’s sad that darker skinned actors, especially women, are often passed over regardless of their talent bcs of their skin or are given stereotypical sidekick roles. it’s sad that when a leading role finally calls for a darker skin person, it’s given to someone lighter yet again.
but! boycotting would be pointless. 1) as international fans our opinions and views aren’t much of a concern 2) unless you make the reason for your protest known to Khun New, he’ll have no idea why the ratings are lower, even if you manage to make a dent in those ratings, and 3) this is a systematic issue in not only thailand but many other countries. boycotting one little bl series that ultimately doesn’t even matter in the grand scheme of things, won’t make a difference.
for changes to be made, it’s gonna take decades if not centuries of unlearning that goes beyond New and his series.
there’s nothing wrong with only liking fluffy romances, some people aren’t into action or angst, and that’s fine.
but! gay relationships deserve a variety of portrayals, the same way straight relationships are found in action, thrillers, sci fi and all sorts of genres.
its’s not fair that our stories are limited to: everyone dies and has HIV or it’s fluffy fluffy land where everyone and their pet is gay. so when a show (History 3: trapped) attempts to break that mould by bringing in a main plot that has action and suspense, you don’t have to watch it if that’s not what interests you (the same way i stay clear of sci fi because it doesn’t interest me), but you also shouldn’t bash it for those reasons, because ultimately, you’re directly contributing to our lack of representation since directors and writers are going to stop taking chances to avoid that unfair criticism. meaning once again, our stories will be pigeon holed into those same 2 portrayals.
I also love the fact that there is no love triangle. One reason I tend to avoid kdramas is because I’m sick of the “rich asshole” and “genuinely nice guy” fall for the same Mary Sue female lead. Jung Rok may have been stern at first but he was never an ass and watching him gradually loosen up and become progressively more adorable is melting my cold heart lol. Yeon Seo is also amazing. Such a cute but capable character.
I have to say I’m impressed with the side plots. They genuinely grab my attention! None of the characters are boring and the cases have all kinds of twists and turns.
All in all, one of the best kdramas I’ve ever watched. I’ve loved every minute of it.