ofc i get that maybe the writer wanted to teach a us a lessons and really cherish our days with the people we…
Good point about the parents. We never see them accepting the relationship between Hao Ting and Xi Gu. The fact that they were coming to visit and share a meal in Episode 9 doesn't count because we don't actually see them interact with the boys.
All we see is them in Episode 10 encouraging their son to date a woman.
I finally recover from the pain to come here and make some comments after that awful ending. The story at last…
Yes, a retro ending like movies in the 50's that featured gay (oh, sorry - back then it would have been "homosexual") characters who always died in the end.
Does anyone else get the impression that the dialog for Mr. Zhou Lin, the music teacher, was dubbed? When he talks it sounds like it's in a different ambience than the other characters -- very "vanilla" sounding.
For me the Shi Gu doppelganger was a strange addition to the episode. (I don't think the voice was dubbed, though…
I like this idea! Especially since his sister didn't comment on the guy looking like Xi Gu. (I assume she saw him through the window while she was waiting outside.)
The only only thing that you can save in the last episode is Hao Ting and his mom's acting. the crying part was…
For me the Shi Gu doppelganger was a strange addition to the episode. (I don't think the voice was dubbed, though -- I think Huang Juan Zhi just did his "actor" thing and delivered a different character in terms of personality, mannerisms, and voice.)
So, Hao Ting met this guy while hiking. The resemblance to Shi Gu was undoubtedly a factor in the two becoming friends, but by the end of their scene together I think Hao Ting had woken up to the fact that this guy was never going to be a replacement for the real thing.
I do like your idea for the ending a whole lot better!
I will never be able to rewatch this without crying. after the episode actually confirmed xigu died I was crying…
The only possible saving grace is that he at least was able to experience unconditional love before he died. But I can't imagine rewatching this any time in the future.
What I can say so far is that this series is interesting because it examines the ... texture of male/male love…
I agree that it's refreshing to have a drama where the only focus is on m/m couples. I also agree that a difference in age or temperament doesn't mean that two guys can't fall in love. For me the whole idea of love is that each person nurtures the other and celebrates their growth as a person. Being from different backgrounds and liking different things only adds to the possibilties when two people are a couple exploring the world together.
I like that Sun Bo and Lu Zhi Gang are both gay men. This is rare in BL, and it makes it a little disappointing that Hao Ting and Yu Xi Gu's relationship is presented as neither of them being into men generally, just into each other -- the classic "I'm not gay, I'm just gay for you" trope.
If I could make only one change to the series, it would be to take more time to show why and how Hao Ting went from bullying Yu Xi Gu to having feelings for him. The transition they gave us seemed a little fast and easy. What Hao Ting did to make Yu Xi Gu miss his exam was just horrible. There was a need to show how a person who could commit such an act could transform into an adoring suitor, stunning everyone including himself. "Enemies to Lovers" stories are my favorite partly because it's fun to see how different writers, actors, and directors pull this off.
Still, I have loved watching MODC. Each new episode happens to get released during my lunchtime on Wednesday and on that day my boss knows not to interrupt me while I'm glued to my iPad Mini. :) I hope it ends well. The fact that one of its alternative titles is "Miracle" makes me think it will.
Rewatched this over the weekend. It's even better the second time around. It's an ambitious production where all of the story lines are interesting and the characters are complex. (I have to wonder if having Singto in the cast led everyone to strive harder.)
The first time I watched I was all about the Earth-Sam-Stud triangle, so the second viewing let me groove with the other couples more -- and helped me to appreciate how beautiful a man Lee/Good is. :) I'd also forgotten that Pearwah/Boyo is in this. What a terrific actress.
Okay, I'm going to rant and then talk about the show. People are really coming on here to complain about the music…
This is the drama that every producer, director, and screen writer should watch before they start their own project.
This episode was fantastic in every sense, including the music. Boy Sompob is so in my bloodstream as the voice of Thai BL. The fact that he not only sings so poignantly but also writes the songs just blows me away. Such a talent.
I can't remember a kissing scene that was done better.
And the reason they talk about sweets and food is because they're a metaphor! Consider the dialog just before the kiss. How could it be any more clear that Pharm's description of Kanom Pra Pai symbolized what was happening between him and Dean?
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All we see is them in Episode 10 encouraging their son to date a woman.
So, Hao Ting met this guy while hiking. The resemblance to Shi Gu was undoubtedly a factor in the two becoming friends, but by the end of their scene together I think Hao Ting had woken up to the fact that this guy was never going to be a replacement for the real thing.
I do like your idea for the ending a whole lot better!
I like that Sun Bo and Lu Zhi Gang are both gay men. This is rare in BL, and it makes it a little disappointing that Hao Ting and Yu Xi Gu's relationship is presented as neither of them being into men generally, just into each other -- the classic "I'm not gay, I'm just gay for you" trope.
If I could make only one change to the series, it would be to take more time to show why and how Hao Ting went from bullying Yu Xi Gu to having feelings for him. The transition they gave us seemed a little fast and easy. What Hao Ting did to make Yu Xi Gu miss his exam was just horrible. There was a need to show how a person who could commit such an act could transform into an adoring suitor, stunning everyone including himself. "Enemies to Lovers" stories are my favorite partly because it's fun to see how different writers, actors, and directors pull this off.
Still, I have loved watching MODC. Each new episode happens to get released during my lunchtime on Wednesday and on that day my boss knows not to interrupt me while I'm glued to my iPad Mini. :) I hope it ends well. The fact that one of its alternative titles is "Miracle" makes me think it will.
The first time I watched I was all about the Earth-Sam-Stud triangle, so the second viewing let me groove with the other couples more -- and helped me to appreciate how beautiful a man Lee/Good is. :) I'd also forgotten that Pearwah/Boyo is in this. What a terrific actress.
This episode was fantastic in every sense, including the music. Boy Sompob is so in my bloodstream as the voice of Thai BL. The fact that he not only sings so poignantly but also writes the songs just blows me away. Such a talent.
I can't remember a kissing scene that was done better.
And the reason they talk about sweets and food is because they're a metaphor! Consider the dialog just before the kiss. How could it be any more clear that Pharm's description of Kanom Pra Pai symbolized what was happening between him and Dean?