Ep 6 was a waste. for me. I didn't get enough new info to merit an entire episode in flashback. But I would never call this series boring. I love this slow, subtle shift from friends to.... and I could watch Sato Ryuga just eat noodles for 30 minutes and be happy.
I enjoyed this series, mostly for the Jung Ki Sub character, which Nam Shi An did a great job with. He played the naivete so well, and his openness to explore outside his comfort zone truly endeared the character to me.
The premise is ridiculous and it's an over-the-top, campy romcom but everyone is so charming and likeable. The contrast between the two couples and their storylines is quite stark, but they did seem to all fit in the same universe in the end. Personally, I loved the more realistic resolution of the side couple's story. Like others, would gladly watch a spin-off. And though this is a good (not great) series, I would watch a S2 of the MC, as well.
The under-the-bed kiss may be one of my favorite moments & kisses in BL. (especially when contrasted with the side couples fight, and that haunting song). The hug at the train station is also up there on the list of perfect BL moments. Honorary mention to Ki Sub seeing the look of love in his own eyes, in that video and his subsequent realization. That was good writing.
This was an interesting series. I'm not a big fan of supernatural, but this premise was truly unique and I didn't see the twist coming (though I should have). I don't care about the age gap, since it's fiction (and honestly, I don't about age gaps, period), but I can't help but think about my 20 year old boyfriend and if he would ever have dated me if I showed up as a 40-something guy. Maybe if I looked like P'Kyo. Anyway, wished the younger actors could have stayed together throughout but that doesn't detract from an intriguing and unusual short series. I could watch the first couple eps again, but now that I know the twist I won't watch the whole thing.
This was an interesting series. I'm not a big fan of supernatural, but this premise was truly unique and I didn't see the twist coming (though I should have). I don't care about the age gap, since it's fiction (and honestly, I don't about age gaps, period), but I can't help but think about my 20 year old boyfriend and if he would ever have dated me if I showed up as a 40-something guy. Maybe if I looked like P'Kyo. Anyway, wished the younger actors could have stayed together throughout but that doesn't detract from an intriguing and unusual short series. I could watch the first couple eps again, but now that I know the twist I won't watch the whole thing.
When this series was still airing, at Episode 9, I decided to go back and watch it again from the beginning, so I could feel it fresh in my heart when the finale came. Then at Ep 11, I had to go back and re-watch Ep 10 again. Then at Ep 12, I had. togo back and watch Ep9-11 again. Now, I've rewatched the entire thing AGAIN. And I still keep coming back. This story, these characters, this FAMILY has totally captivated me. I kinda can't move on. Reading the novel now, it all hits just a bit harder. Grittier, darker. But the series did a great job capturing the themes of the novel (so far). I'd watch these two in ANYTHING. But Ill watch this again, no matter what.
I don't care about the age gap. Songjam fell in love with a 20 year old. He's been in love with that version of that man all along. Now he's in his 40s. As long as Aksorn doesn't mind the age gap, why should I?
But... Imagine waiting 25 years for the love of your life. The waiting... the pining... the longing. And knowing him since he was a baby. We know he's been spying on him recently, but did he stalk him his whole life? It's romantic, but weird and a little creepy.
Then imagine being 20 and finding out your cute, innocent boyfriend is 40-something. He's a totally different man then the boy you fell in love with. He's got a LOT more life experience. And maybe other experience???
This is a unique story. Can't wait to see how they resolve it. What else is in store?
These actors are amazing. I was riveted by the performances in these last 2 eps. All of them have such expressive eyes and faces. I feel their emotions so strongly. I love this JKS character. He's so pure, yet flawed. And Nam Shi An nails it. <3
Open-ended with a touch of sadness and loneliness. The montage was a bit confusing. Memories? Hopes? Fantasies? It's an okay short, but didn't really bring a lot to the table.
This was not what I was expecting, despite the name and gloomy title sequence. Somber, moody, melancholic, indeed gray. There was a LOT of gray. Much is unresolved or left to the viewer. And all of that worked for me in this gut punch of a short series. The scars created by their childhood trauma are really deep for these two. They have a lot of healing to do, so the ending was actually a beautiful way to show that they both understood that. They may end up with the healthiest relationship of any BL (if a sequel was ever to be made.). The editing was a bit unusual and abrupt, but upon a second viewing it actually made perfect sense and they were able to tell a very complicated story in a short time quite well. It was painful at times, but worth it.
Some initial promise, but then the script becomes preachy and more of an after school special. Low budget production really hampered the story telling from time to time. Despite this film being 5 years old, sad to think we still need to be reminded of the dangers of bullying and homophobia today.
A unique and almost poetic short. The MC's desperation and despair are all too real. I wish I had known more about the boy's motivations, but that wasn't the story.
At the end, when he reads the note: "I am going to leave" and starts crying, I thought they might have the boy return with groceries. "I had to leave to get food." But no, this was never headed to a HEA.
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The premise is ridiculous and it's an over-the-top, campy romcom but everyone is so charming and likeable. The contrast between the two couples and their storylines is quite stark, but they did seem to all fit in the same universe in the end. Personally, I loved the more realistic resolution of the side couple's story. Like others, would gladly watch a spin-off. And though this is a good (not great) series, I would watch a S2 of the MC, as well.
The under-the-bed kiss may be one of my favorite moments & kisses in BL. (especially when contrasted with the side couples fight, and that haunting song). The hug at the train station is also up there on the list of perfect BL moments. Honorary mention to Ki Sub seeing the look of love in his own eyes, in that video and his subsequent realization. That was good writing.
Thanks, boys. Keep being brave.
But... Imagine waiting 25 years for the love of your life. The waiting... the pining... the longing. And knowing him since he was a baby. We know he's been spying on him recently, but did he stalk him his whole life? It's romantic, but weird and a little creepy.
Then imagine being 20 and finding out your cute, innocent boyfriend is 40-something. He's a totally different man then the boy you fell in love with. He's got a LOT more life experience. And maybe other experience???
This is a unique story. Can't wait to see how they resolve it. What else is in store?
At the end, when he reads the note: "I am going to leave" and starts crying, I thought they might have the boy return with groceries. "I had to leave to get food." But no, this was never headed to a HEA.