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I would call that a proof of concept, not a pilot

This is the first version of this story I have watched. I can't compare it to other versions, and personally I try to rate each series on its own merits, regardless of its origins.

This style of slapstick humor is not generally for me, so not sure I'll be able to stick around for the whole series. That said, the boys are doing a great job.

Like someone else said, they are made up and styled to look younger, it seems. Both look HOT. But they have such pure, warm expressions that you immediately fall in love with them both. I like the cast, so I'll give it a shot, but am not expecting much.

I fell in love with both of these boys in Episode 1, and it's been a beautiful journey with them to their "marriage". While a LOT happens in this series, what impressed me the most was how much time the two boys spent STARING LONGINGLY into each other's eyes. There was so much emotion in those long glances. Excellent job from the actors. Another poster below said it, in most series I would be FF through the silences, but here I got so much from watching them process their thoughts and emotions and work through them. Naturally, there were some elements that could have been improved, but overall this is a beautiful series and I will rewatch it again and again. Probably starting this afternoon. Thank you "Our Youth"

Not bad, but just not interesting. The steamy scenes are so out of left field that they're jarring. I don't think I'll finish this one. Enjoy, everyone.

A good first episode. I'm not a big fan of supernatural BL, but I'm interested to see where this goes. Both of the leads did a good job. I like them better in these roles than LITA. They're more relaxed and natural. Doesn't feel like a Mame story... yet. I'm intrigued.

Why do they call it PILOT when it's just a preview of the entire series?

Ep 8 was a masterpiece, but my favorite moment was when the fireworks started. Normally in any BL this would be a moment of joy and happiness as our two leads held hands and watched the fireworks as a metaphor for their burgeoning love. Here, it was a counterpoint to their loss. Beautiful.

I agree the director has done a fabulous job, but none of it would matter if the two boys were not exceptional. During those pauses, the emotions that come from their eyes and faces are palpable.

Ugh. No

I did not care for the Thai version, but at least I could sit through an entire episode. Can't even watch this version on 2x speed.

But Jo is not helping him "learn" anything. North will never learn to take care of himself if Jo keeps enabling him.

When you can't come up with an interesting storyline, just have your character repeat the same info ad nauseum and it appears like you've written a full episode.

Thanks for the reminder. I often get frustrated, expecting the same quality of story and execution as the best shows on tv. I do think BL can do better, though. But you're right I need to reset my expectations.

I thought I was having deja vu. Didn't I see this already? Thanks for clearing t up

North gets punched twice (in the stomach) and then FAINTS? And doesn't wake up until the next day? And Johan gives him a sponge bath? Because? You need a bath after you fainted? Then leaves medicine for him? What medication cures a punch in the stomach? I know this is fantasy, but honestly you can tell the same story without ridiculous leaps of logic and actual human behavior. Try to find ways to make your BL tropes feel like they actually might happen, writers. Ridiculous.

Looks steamy and not very good at the same time.

Gag.

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.