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Anyone who is comparing the different countries versions, need to check out the various versions of SKAM. Seems like 6-8 different countries did this show (Specifically Season 3 featuring Isak's coming out story line) It was wonderful watching each country interpret the OG version for their own country. People regularly debate which country did it the best (Personally, I am quite fond of the French version) In some ways, it is sad that recording audio and video came along, everyone forever argues that the first version was the best. Theater kids and fans know that every acting troupe does the same show, with their own spin. Before recording, no one really could debate which play performance was the best. Theater people will routinely go see the same show, relishing how an acting company does their take, given their budget, stage size, community they are in. I wish we could treat our dramas like this. If you are a fan of SKAM, please comment your fav!

I'm just hoping the directors went to the school of SKAM, because I have never seen so many series adaptations that smoothly and lovingly had other countries do the original SKAM justice.

Try 'Oh No, Here Comes Trouble' it can be streamed on IQIYI

This was apparently co-produced by Japan and Taiwan. Recently, countries like Thailand, have been co producing shows with other countries. Some of reasons can actually be political.

I can handle one psychotic friend/ex, but two? Dino doesn’t seem too stable either. But the worst crime is Raks pastel pallet. It’s giving Addams Family Values. “I can forgive anything Debbie, but pastels!?” https://youtu.be/wRRhJ11dUlE

I had read that this show was not going to air in China so the shouldn't run into the censorship issues Addicted had. But at the same time aren't these C Idols? Which makes me think for their careers it will be very tamed down. Anyone else hear that this show is not airing in China?

Yutaka, at least, has his own place for acouple's get away. No need for a 'Love Motel" like so many Asian countries rely on due to low privacy and often living with family in close quarters.

History 2 - Crossing the Line. Vollyeball themed and bonus, Fandy Fan (The actor who played the homeless/super lonely/ hoarder. His comedic timing is so great in the series. I think Viki carries the History series.

I agree about the subs. The content was fine, but the timing IQIYI uses, the words only appear on screen while the actor talks. Viki is so much better at that. I think even Netflix could do a better job. I did re-watch a second time at .75 speed and it was much easier to keep up, and didn't seem slow mo.

I did re-watch a second time at .75 speed and it was much easier to keep up, and didn't seem slow mo. If there wasnt going to be a lot of dialog, I would switch back to normal speed.

I agree about the subs. The content was fine, but the timing IQIYI uses, the words only appear on screen while the actor talks. Viki is so much better at that. I think even Netflix could do a better job. I did re-watch a second time at .75 speed and it was much easier to keep up, and didn't seem slow mo.

Oh I am well aware and fond of the sniff kiss. His are practically violent and done with such speed it appears he is trying not to do it.

Phuwin's acting is just not up to par and remains on of the biggest issues, though Episode 11 tanked for me. Watching Phuwin do those weird sniff-kisses, I just see a chicken pecking at the ground.

My guess is Heart got meningitis, which affected his hearing. Vocal cords can be impaired by viral infection as well, often affecting one or both vocal cords, paralyzing them in either an open or closed position. Many can recover their voice over time, with voice therapy, but I suspect, given the hearing impairment, that is an uphill battle. Despite his families relative wealth, it might be a financial burden. Let's not forget selective mutism. An impatient teenager may not want to speak given how flat the affect is in their voice.

It would be nice if Li Ming is able to draw his voice out. That is a story arc I'd be down for.

I'm out of here if the mom ends up hiding underneath the horse stables while she recovers! Sunshine Night giving me plot night terrors!

My biggest issue has been that for all intents, they're playing the same characters as Fish Upon the Sky. Nueng is a snotty, crabby, low self-esteem baby, that barrels through other people's emotions, while Palm is the confident, all-knowing, supportive love interest. Sometimes when Phuwin launches into his dramatic moments, I have flashbacks to FUTS. I mean, I am happy enough with the show, but I can't help but feel JoJo picked these two actors based on a previous performance. Either that, or their acting range has not increased. As for Pond, that guy is so beautiful, it would be hard to not to watch him in anything. I can't help it, I watched all of FUTS just to see him.

What's worse is, having a disapproving father who rejects the relationship would have been the right amount of drama for this somewhat lighthearted series. It is litterally a scar on this wonderful series. Also, having a grudging father that later gives in after actually meeting Bai Lang would have been smoother. What we got was this abrupt change of heart with zero explanation. Can we get a Snyder Cut on the final episode LOL.

Happy to watch it early, but sucks for the production team and any events they had planned. Plus I was kinda counting it as a 'happy' show to watch so close to the holiday weekend.

I think those view numbers are actually very good, and you can't tell based on such a short run of the series. Remember, episode 1 has had 3 weeks to accrue views. First episodes always lead the pack, then there usually is about a half drop off.

Looking at Bad Buddy, which arguably, is a successful show. BB Episode 1 Pt. 1. is at 9.4 million view, Episode 2, Part 1, is at 5m views. Its not unheard of for a show to drop the viewing numbers in half. Episode 12, Pt. 1, only have 3.7 million views. Was BB a failure?

Its just too early to tell. And think about the two songs from BB. They did quite well! This series appears to be having a, OST in every episode. That alone is going to propel what GMMTV thinks of the value. There is money being made on the OST alone.

YES, I think many of us are tired of HS romances. The audience for BL has gotten older, and thankfully, the last quarter of 2022 there seems to be a ton of work place related series. These HS themed shows may not be for a mature audience, but think about the impact they have on 10-12 year-olds. What I wouldn't have given for a show like this when I was young.

I think it is important for GMMTV to continue to have a HS BL drama in its lineup, regardless of perceived value.

Oh I can see that! Rain is such a caricature , I am sure it polarizing!