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This is a sequel of 2018 movie The Meg.A group of ocean scientists who studies a megalodon that is supposed to be an extinct breed of shark living at the bottom of the Mariana Trench encoutering problems created by people supposedlybpart of their team. They will try to survive not only being stuck in Marianas trench but also attacks of pre historic, weird sea creatures.
The movie is injected with lots of funny humor even during serious, scary situations that it helped viewers who don't fancy a "doom and gloom before successful ending" stay til the end. It is like sensing not every key character will die at the end and that makesbme feel more at ease watching this movie. Not everyone are chicken like me but this movie is a bit more of how I like it when it comes to an action packed film.
This movie isn't just about Jason Statham's unbelievable stunt and comedic straight face humor. Aside from a giant, pre-historic sharks, it has giant octopuses, sea anemones, and deep sea scarry, fast, walking lizards. All of them including vicious evil people, are creating a situation for key casts to escape from.
They made it a simple for the story as to the why the evil doers wanted to kill and destroy billion dollar worth stations and equipments but they made the "how" complicated and unbelievable. There's deep dive robotic exosuits, and unimaginable walk along the seafloor of a 25,000-foot-deep trench. Karate mive against the sharks, and incredible stunts done by key characters. This series is injected by implausible action moves and ways of surviving that viewers will understand that it is a movie that can't possibly have a chance of happening in real life. It is for entertainment and it will entertain.
All BGM used in this movie are my favorites which explains my rating.
Do I recommend it? I do, however much bad reviews it received I have to be honest that it will satisfy a weekend movie night craving.
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Novoland: The Castle in the Sky - Time Reversal
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Didn't fit as a movie
With this movie, viewers gets to understand Feng Ren better. The back and forth in time made this movie chaotic. If you are not sidetracked by the mediocre acting of the Wang Yu Wen, close attention is necessary and you should have watched the previous Noviland series to have a good grasp of the story.I still have to find a series or movie with a role that will make me like Wang Yu Wen as an actress. I don't know what it is but her face is not jiving with the role. Her facial expression however minimal makes it look too much.
Zhong Dan Ni did really well in that character.
If this was turned into a series, maybe it would have come out better.
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Good weekend binge
This started out well and the entire series has a lot of things going on from car accident, amnesia, evil stepmother, dementia, attempted murder, sibling rivalry, jealousy, corporate leadership, acquisition, bullying, etc all in 24 episodes. It got a bit overwhelming, that the onky good going for the lead characters are couplenof good friends and a great assistant.Role portrayal by most were good. Lead male for me did not fit the character. Just didnt click for me the way he portrayed a cold CEO. His sweet face didnt jibe with the character.
The production was good. I believe it could have been directed better. Overall I am contented with it. Just didnt leave me with the feeling of excitement or anticipation.
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Could be recycled for better result
I love Anson Chen reason for watching this. He did really well in The Devil Punisher and got me interested on how he will do in a BL series. I believe if written, and directed better, this series woumd have been good. The relationship story of the character Anson played was executed well. But the other majn couple for some reason did not work for me. The story and the role portrayal needs a lot of work. The quirky personality didnt jibe with the pmot for me.At any rate, this is acceptable enough to watch but don't expect too much.
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EXCELLENT SERIES! DONT MISS THIS SHOW
This started slow for me but right after episode 3, I cant stop watching and binged all the way to season 2. I personally think season 1 is better but dont get me wrong, they both kept me glued on the screen and anticipating.It is an excellent drama tbat is welk directed. The story smokthly flowed and every character played a vital role, connected to the story.
I would have missed this show if not for Netflix. I am not sure it is available in other pkatform but if you have the chance, don't skip watchibg this show and stick past the first two episodes.
The way season 2 ended, I am strongly hoping they will have a season 3.
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Soft, Light & nice
The plot is about a very timid & introverted man who all his life got affected by his own made ghost. Met a family that forced him to change & he liked the feeling of his change.Im only sad that its just 10 episodes. THE ENTIRE PRODUCTION is excellent. Nothing mushy or cringy. Its about family and feelings.
I can rewatch this again with my entire family even with kids.
Actors are handsome and cute. Great portrayal of their role. The kid is adorable.
I wish they did enough promotion internatinally for this.
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Good until it became quirky
Gave this series a try after finding a gem of UWMA and BUTS in Thai BL.I started adoring Mark’s character, and liked the soft look of Wayu. The story of Mark and Kit is good but I think could have done better.
Hiding Pha and not showing his face for multiple episodes didn’t add mystery but frustration. After finishing the series, the only reason I can see for doing that is to save money.
The supernatural connection between Phai and Thanu added to the frustration of a somewhat good story. It didn’t even make sense to add this twist in the story if just to ripple the good relationship between Wayu and Thanu.
Overall, I will say that it can be a good watch but don’t expect too much. All artists did well except for few of them didn’t say their lines smoothly. The constant pause after each sentence made it looked like a unnatural conversation.
Some romantic scenes shows awkwardness wherein the actors didn’t even know where to put their hand.
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Unexpected entertainment
I decided to watch this to support Boun and Prem and got surprised that I got hooked and glued til end.This this series killed off my two artists early, the way the story was directed made it pleasing to watch. There are a few scenes that could have been done better but overall, I would say that this is recommendable for over 18 viewers.
It can be chaotic towards the end and viewers assumption could play the role in the confusion. I think the ending is one of those few scenes that could have been done better.
Otherwise, good production, Director and casts.
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Emotionally Draining but worth it
For me the best of all episodes in this series.Boum and Pram can act. It could have been directed better but it is enough for me. The story is good and the story evolved at the right phase.
This touches one of the biggest and heaviest challenge of loving the same gender, which is family.
I can’t imagine what some goes through and I’m thankful my sister didn’t have to go through the same issue when she came out.
It is worth your time to watch. Please do so and share your feedback for this episode
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Fantastic
Love the storyExcellent start of the series and progressed just right.
Each character was given it’s time to tell their stories and wasn’t focused solely on lead actors.
Great FX
Glad there is a sequel to continue the story.
There’s no dull moment here and story didn’t drag.
Great costumes and wardrobe used on the set.
Looking forward to the next season.
I believe I’ll be rewatching last 2 episodes before starting season 2 in December.
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Close to American CM
Truly copied each character but adjusted background and character. It has similarities making it interesting.You won’t see Reed character falling for AJ here tho hehehe
Hitch we character is debatable and he didn’t remarried in Korean version .
Love the Korean version of crimes. This series confirmed that cultures may be different but crimes are the same; commuted by twisted minds.
I enjoy each from story features in the series.
It is a good recommendation to watch the series. It is entertaining and keeps getting better each episode.
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Quite an Odyssey worth watching
I won’t waste time sharing the plot since it is already stated in the info about this series.love every aspect of this series. Wardrobe, whole production, the OST, actors, Director, story and visual effects.
Story pretty much is divided into two parts: lead male & lead female as slave & master and the second half, they got switched around. The story leading to it is not boring so don’t fret.
What I was disappointed about was the lead female crying scene-not convincing at all and I’m not being mean.
The twist of the story got a bit messed up that by episode 46 I started fast forwarding a lot. Story leading to the ending was frustratingly out there that it got overwhelming that made it feel it doesn’t fit the story anymore.
Ending could have been better I think.
Overall, it is truly worth watching if you are into light fantasy themed story.
PS: Janice Wu (Lead Female here) and Zhang Yu Jian (The second lead male) were married in 2020 and divorced in 2022.
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Good concept & great implementation. A MUST WATCH
This series is so worth the time to watch. It is different from typical period story. Actors did excellently and portrayed their characters well. I only wish that they introduced the series with the story of the lead male mother. Interesting to see the development of the story explaining her but it seems lacking and minimized. Although her story seemed she was loved & admired by many men, it didn’t really highlight as to why.The blind martial arts mentor could be explored more. I love his character. I was wishing for more story on him.
I just realized Xiao zhang is in the cast and missed it in ep 38. I was so engrossed in the story, I glossed over his short appearance.
PLEASE PLEASE RELEASE SEASON 2 SOON!!!
I’m glad there’s a season 2 being prepared for this series.
Ending is now acceptable for me since there is a sequel coming.
7/16/23 - When is the second season coming??? I am anticipating this season 2.
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Great Mystery with Odd ending
I love mystery and period themed series. Having both in a series made me eager to watch this even tho it is old.What I like:
+More scenes in what it is - solving mystery rather than relationship or love scenes
+Bromance not BL so don’t react. The series highlighted the good relationship between the two lead male.
+Characters are mostly great, no character just to fill time or waste scenes
+Lead Male investigator is a realistic character that believes everything can be explained
+Scenes explaining how and when clearly shown
+ Master Wei character who portrayed his character the best. Of all casts, he did the best acting.
What I don’t like:
- the female Su Yu is an irritating character. It could have been made or written better wherein she did something to help out other than flirt with the lead male
- Lead Male investigator needs to improve in acting. He has gaps in his reaction
- Director could have directed the entire series better
- It’s supposed to be period mystery but tot got mixed with fantasy
- Ending is confusing.
You have to pay attention to not miss any detail that will help understand the story better.
It is great and interesting until towards the end when it got messed up, and confusing. Actually, more like didn’t make sense.
So if you are able to watch an enjoyable crime mystery and don’t mind a confusing ending, this is a good watch. If they do a sequel or another season of this now, in a better version I’m sure it will be popular.
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Well Balanced Love & Life story
As soon as I finished watching this movie, my first thought was it could have been better if they made this into a series. Only flaw I saw here is that it seemed rushed. It’s like “you are enjoying the story and the characters telling their story and then it ended.” …… you wanted more.All artists who worked on this film portrayed their role exceptionally well. The relationships (both male & lead male & his gf/wife) were told in a well balanced manner giving you a sense that this is not a clear BL film. To me it is more of a love & life story. It also gave viewers a suspense ride. I was hook towards the end holding my breath for a moment.
The ending leaves viewers to form their own interpretation as to how it may have gone after the play.
It is highly recommended. This is a great movie. It was done the way the writer wanted to tell the story. We may not agree that it doesn’t pattern after real life in some areas but we can’t fault a movie based on how we see real life. It is a movie done from a story written by the writer. It was well directed!
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