I did not watch the first movie, only because it skipped my radar. I'm glad I waited til the second, because I got to see the realizations and confessions, rather than the build-up. It's not ground-breaking, nor does it truly bring anything fresh to the table, but it's well done and enjoyable.
Very much a slice-of-domestic-life/food p*rn piece (I still don't understand the food appeal, but I know it's a genre, so...). For that genre it was on point. Lots of domestic bliss. A nice progression of internal conflict. Both of their slow realizations were expected. Haru's sudden epiphany was a bit ridiculous, I will say. "Oh, this is love? Oh that makes sense now." As if he had never pieced any of it together before.
I was fine with the hand-holding only. Again, expected for this genre - and remember they are very innocent, naive, 20 year olds, in love for the first time. Hand holding is actually a big deal. I have not read the manga, so I don't know if/how their relationship progresses, but this seemed like a natural first step.
Overall, strong performances. A great group of friends. If there's another installment, I would like to see the hurdles they overcome together.
I had to watch Ep 4 3 more times while I was waiting for Ep 5. Not sure I can handle rewatching Ep 5 that many times, maybe if I just watch the second half of the episode and skip over most of the abuse it will be ok.
Dang, Haruki is so bold. I'm surprised all the non-con folks aren't up in arms. But Minase is so dang understanding. Gotta love these two.
Watching Phuwin grow and mature since "CYMB" and seeing his face and body evolve into a more mature and masculine physique is quite something. He gets more handsome every year.
Not a very satisfying ending. Why bother seperating them? Just to reunite without any consequences or conflicts? Then you have to TELL us how they spent the next 6 years. Which apparently had no conflicts. Then they just coincidentally meet on a street and reunite with NO PROBLEMS?
Some really choppy editing in the last 2 eps (actually the entire series). At times it felt like this was directed by someone who thought it was a commercial for Hall mark Christmas Cards.
I felt no chemistry with the second couple. Tan's acting was not very strong. Adorable, but vacant.
Non-consensual kissing aside.... the boy put his hand inside Fadel's towel... but I guess that was okay? Nobody mentions that. Or the killing. That doesn't bother anybody. But stop kissing him!
Honestly, if that scene upsets you, I get it and you are entitled to your feelings. I respect you.
But... MURDERERS. ASSASSINS. KILLERS. I'm just saying.
While I think a lot of their acting was less than great, I really enjoy the characters and the (ridiculous) plot so far. Like seeing all these young adults act like young adults. Seems like it will be a fun, refreshing ride (but I'm not expecting much). We'll see.
Just ok. I found the last Episode very odd. It felt like a different show to me. They all did a good job on the ultra low budget. The editing was not the strongest, but I'm sure that was budgetary as well. Decent, but not great.
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Very much a slice-of-domestic-life/food p*rn piece (I still don't understand the food appeal, but I know it's a genre, so...). For that genre it was on point. Lots of domestic bliss. A nice progression of internal conflict. Both of their slow realizations were expected. Haru's sudden epiphany was a bit ridiculous, I will say. "Oh, this is love? Oh that makes sense now." As if he had never pieced any of it together before.
I was fine with the hand-holding only. Again, expected for this genre - and remember they are very innocent, naive, 20 year olds, in love for the first time. Hand holding is actually a big deal. I have not read the manga, so I don't know if/how their relationship progresses, but this seemed like a natural first step.
Overall, strong performances. A great group of friends. If there's another installment, I would like to see the hurdles they overcome together.
Dang, Haruki is so bold. I'm surprised all the non-con folks aren't up in arms. But Minase is so dang understanding. Gotta love these two.
Some really choppy editing in the last 2 eps (actually the entire series). At times it felt like this was directed by someone who thought it was a commercial for Hall mark Christmas Cards.
I felt no chemistry with the second couple. Tan's acting was not very strong. Adorable, but vacant.
I'm disappointed.
Honestly, if that scene upsets you, I get it and you are entitled to your feelings. I respect you.
But... MURDERERS. ASSASSINS. KILLERS. I'm just saying.
Thank you!