***Warning: this is long and may contain minor spoilers of ep. 2***Ok so I have a few thoughts and I’m gonna…
It's interesting what you say about Nubsib seeming a bit manipulative. Early in the episode when he and his manager are still trying to talk Gene into letting Nubsib move in, Nubsib and his manager exchange a look that gave me the impression that they were co-conspirators. I just wonder what the angle was.
I mean, why would they be afraid to have Nubsib stay in a hotel when on that very same day he has no problem going to the grocery store with Gene?
That final scene ... and in Episode 2 already ... was written and directed so well!
What a clever way to show the impact of that 'incident' on Gene. As someone still unwilling to deal with the effect that Nubsib is having on him, he would sublimate his feelings in precisely that way.
I'm on Team Kate. If a drama isn't appealing I move on, and this has included some celebrated series that others have loved.
Life is too short and there are so many dramas to explore. For every minute I spend feeling obligated to watch one I don't like I could be experiencing one that I do.
I know, the plot, the plot... But what Gene did during Nubsib's audition was freaking rude. I know it's not always…
I think this was meant to show that he suddenly realized that something about Nubsib attracted him and the result was a moment of gay panic. In considering the choice between 'fight or flight', Gene chose to get out of there as quickly as possible, no matter what.
In a similar vein, Nubsib realized that he was also attracted to Gene and committed his own spontaneous act by stopping him.
I was thinking giving my opinion but the comment section was turned in a war zone hahaha points for LW for shaking…
Last Wednesday after the premier this place was bloodbath. Someone even wrote a review giving the series a "2". It makes me think that some people had made up their minds ahead of time. I'm not sure why. It's a fresh concept for a series as well as being thought-provoking.
(And the sound effects didn't stand out for me. Maybe I'm too accustomed to Thai series. :)
I really reallyyyyyyyyyy liked Gene! he has the "natural Cuteness" not like " bcz I have tiny body and cute face…
Yes! He's not 'fashion model' handsome and it doesn't look like he's buff either, but he's adorable in that rare way that lets a viewer believe that they could meet someone like him in real life.
I like both shows, but this one is the most entertaining.
Yes - the extra rounds and battles put it at the next level, and I think the talent of the contestants is a bit higher. I also really like that they make a point of including international performers.
Why not just be grateful that you have both shows to watch?
As I've watched more I have realized the special attraction that this show has. The extra rounds for the individual performers make it very special. They not only allow each boy to showcase his strengths, but they reveal how much the members of the group support one another.
The calibre of the performances is also exceptional.
Why not just be grateful that you have both shows to watch?
I'm enjoying both shows. Each could improve but each is also entertaining. What I don't like about this one is they don't show complete performances for everyone. I also think having the contestants vote for each other will be a problem when the numbers dwindle. The guys will start to vote strategically to eliminate the people who do better than them.
Really horrible comment from Ning Jing (in her pastel raccoon makeup and ridiculous cowboy hat, mind you) as she said to one of the other mentors that one of the boys wasn't pretty enough.
(Hey girlfriend, I'm not even convinced you had a live mic during your performance...)
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Here is a commercial that Up ("Gene") did with First Kanaphan (of "The Shipper") when he was younger.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzciqHdsf2s
I like how his character here is a complete 180 from Gene haha.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoObHn_TbY0
I mean, why would they be afraid to have Nubsib stay in a hotel when on that very same day he has no problem going to the grocery store with Gene?
What a clever way to show the impact of that 'incident' on Gene. As someone still unwilling to deal with the effect that Nubsib is having on him, he would sublimate his feelings in precisely that way.
Life is too short and there are so many dramas to explore. For every minute I spend feeling obligated to watch one I don't like I could be experiencing one that I do.
In a similar vein, Nubsib realized that he was also attracted to Gene and committed his own spontaneous act by stopping him.
(And the sound effects didn't stand out for me. Maybe I'm too accustomed to Thai series. :)
He looked surprised too.
I hope the mentors will chart a corrective course in future episodes.
The calibre of the performances is also exceptional.
(Hey girlfriend, I'm not even convinced you had a live mic during your performance...)