It is an interesting story, and I think the BL component would have made it trendy.
You're a fellow BL fan, I see! You've got good taste in the genre!
I'm against censored gay content on principle. I might give the drama another shot for you, but my heart is a fickle thing and it'll take more than basic editing to win it over
It is an interesting story, and I think the BL component would have made it trendy.
Did the author "consent?" Or were they worn down by executives asking, "can we make this character straight?"
The author might be secretly hoping that the backlash against the adaptation would spark a revolution. "Take out the gay storyline. Just you wait until BL fans find out. It's gonna be a bloodbath"
most bl fans are heterosexual women exploring their fetish, they don't care about real issues just want to see…
A relationship between a masculine man and a feminine man might have elements resembling traditional gender roles, but by existing as a same-sex relationship, it defies the societal expectation that relationships are between a man and a woman. The man performing feminine roles further pushes back against society’s ideas of what a "real" man should be
I believe masculine man/feminine man dynamics have characteristics and patterns that aren't reducible to heteronormative standards. They reframe traditional masculinity and femininity, showing that the qualities aren't fixed or exclusive to one sex and presenting a healthier, more fluid model of gender expression
Fiction can be a way to explore different ideas and dynamics, even those that are problematic. The key is to approach them with critical thinking
Character depth is a fair point. I agree that characters should have well-developed personalities beyond their relationship dynamics
Any news regarding heesu in class 2?😔Been forever since they wrapped the filming.
No need to be hard on yourself. Forgetfulness happens to the best of us. And you remembered the first gay couple, your memory is better than you give yourself credit for
The controversy isn't about how much screen time is dedicated to the gay romance. It's that the producers felt…
It was a minor tweak. I changed the phrasing from "the homophobic majority objected to a romance so seemingly minor you claimed it didn't affect the actual plot" to "the homophobic majority objected to a romance so seemingly minor as to be inconsequential; a romance that didn't affect the actual plot"
I also added the forgotten "Happy Pride Month" message
The controversy isn't about how much screen time is dedicated to the gay romance. It's that the producers felt…
It wasn't my intention to attack you. In my mind, I was communicating my thoughts in a neutral tone. I apologize if I came across as anything other than that
Any news regarding heesu in class 2?😔Been forever since they wrapped the filming.
"... i dont mind, the webtoon was light bl anyway" "The manwha was cute ... and light"
The gay manhwa is cute, you don't mind the producers of "Heesu in Class 2" adaptation swapping out our beloved, cute second gay couple for a straight one because ... the manhwa is cute?
Any news regarding heesu in class 2?😔Been forever since they wrapped the filming.
The "Heesu in Class 2" adaptation is setting itself up for disaster by erasing the second gay couple and adding a straight one. It's more interested in pandering to homophobic audiences than in staying true to the spirit of the manhwa
We can't let this blatant disrespect for gay stories slide
I actually kinda... like it? If the romance is at the end of the show and between the two teenage boys, the actual…
The controversy isn't about how much screen time is dedicated to the gay romance. It's that the producers felt the need to erase it
The homophobic majority objected to a romance so seemingly minor as to be inconsequential; a romance that "didn't affect the actual plot." They could have ignored it, and chose not to. It must have been more important than you or they are willing to admit
most bl fans are heterosexual women exploring their fetish, they don't care about real issues just want to see…
Two men in a relationship do challenge heteronormative expectations
The top might be the manliest man who ever man-ed, and the bottom might be more delicate than a dandelion in a spring breeze. They are still two men. And when they are in a relationship, that's about as unconventional and non-conforming as it gets
The BL fandom is tight-knit and supportive. Fans of BL bond over their shared love for characters, storylines, and fanfiction, building a special kind of camaraderie that's not always found in other fandoms
It's not a selfish desire. There's enough straight webtoons to adapt. There was no need to use a queer original…
America was inspired by Britain (it was originally a British colony), is it okay for Britain to dictate or censor American culture? "No more baseball, hamburgers or Hollywood movies for you, America! It's okay, because we inspired you"
The gay novel was inspired by a straight movie, so what? The straight movie isn't allowed to censor the gay novel's adaptation
It's not a selfish desire. There's enough straight webtoons to adapt. There was no need to use a queer original…
"Barely at the end"
Why censor this seemingly unimportant "barely-there" part of a story? Those intolerant towards homosexuality could've chosen to skip or ignore the ending
Homophobic bullying is the elephant in the room. Struggling against the crushing weight of societal discrimination and persecution for his sexuality, the protagonist succumbed to despair and took his own life. The adaptation deliberately censored his gay identity, describing the crime without mentioning the type of hate crime that was committed. It's a grave injustice to the character, to the story, and to our community
most bl fans are heterosexual women exploring their fetish, they don't care about real issues just want to see…
I'm sure straight identifying women have interests beyond "Oppa do Oppa." Consider these:
1) They engage in fantasy as a form of creative expression and identity exploration 2) They see that the romantic chemistry between men is an opportunity to challenge heteronormative expectations 3) They value the sense of community and camaraderie that comes with being a part of the BL fandom
to be fair, they could've keep the ML being gay and that being the main cause for bullying, and then keep the…
Straight Kdrama fans get more worked up over an on-screen kiss than a toddler at a free ice cream giveaway. I've seen them drop dramas that have no lip action between an actor and actress. Why single out BL fans and call them thirsty when everyone else is as parched?
"... where magically everyone including all brothers and friends are gay/bi"
It's a way to imagine a better world where being gay isn't something to be hidden or discriminated against; where everyone speaks the same language and gets along
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I'm against censored gay content on principle. I might give the drama another shot for you, but my heart is a fickle thing and it'll take more than basic editing to win it over
The author might be secretly hoping that the backlash against the adaptation would spark a revolution. "Take out the gay storyline. Just you wait until BL fans find out. It's gonna be a bloodbath"
Edit: for those wondering, "shiver me timbers" is a classic pirate expression that's been around since the 18th century
I believe masculine man/feminine man dynamics have characteristics and patterns that aren't reducible to heteronormative standards. They reframe traditional masculinity and femininity, showing that the qualities aren't fixed or exclusive to one sex and presenting a healthier, more fluid model of gender expression
Fiction can be a way to explore different ideas and dynamics, even those that are problematic. The key is to approach them with critical thinking
Character depth is a fair point. I agree that characters should have well-developed personalities beyond their relationship dynamics
Guess what? There was a second gay couple in "Heesu Class 2," Yoo Dahm and Sun Woo, whose story unfolds in Chapters 50 to 89: https://ibb.co/k9355j2
https://ibb.co/YN2hYqC
There was no straight couple
I also added the forgotten "Happy Pride Month" message
"The manwha was cute ... and light"
The gay manhwa is cute, you don't mind the producers of "Heesu in Class 2" adaptation swapping out our beloved, cute second gay couple for a straight one because ... the manhwa is cute?
"u are everywhere 😅"
That's me lol, omnipresent and omniscient!
We can't let this blatant disrespect for gay stories slide
Why do you care what girls and women enjoy in the privacy of their homes? They don't need our permission to enjoy gay stories
The homophobic majority objected to a romance so seemingly minor as to be inconsequential; a romance that "didn't affect the actual plot." They could have ignored it, and chose not to. It must have been more important than you or they are willing to admit
Happy pride month
The top might be the manliest man who ever man-ed, and the bottom might be more delicate than a dandelion in a spring breeze. They are still two men. And when they are in a relationship, that's about as unconventional and non-conforming as it gets
The BL fandom is tight-knit and supportive. Fans of BL bond over their shared love for characters, storylines, and fanfiction, building a special kind of camaraderie that's not always found in other fandoms
A BL that doesn't include hardcore bed scenes isn't "light." It's a fluffy, wholesome BL. And straightness is incompatible with it
The gay novel was inspired by a straight movie, so what? The straight movie isn't allowed to censor the gay novel's adaptation
Why censor this seemingly unimportant "barely-there" part of a story? Those intolerant towards homosexuality could've chosen to skip or ignore the ending
Homophobic bullying is the elephant in the room. Struggling against the crushing weight of societal discrimination and persecution for his sexuality, the protagonist succumbed to despair and took his own life. The adaptation deliberately censored his gay identity, describing the crime without mentioning the type of hate crime that was committed. It's a grave injustice to the character, to the story, and to our community
1) They engage in fantasy as a form of creative expression and identity exploration
2) They see that the romantic chemistry between men is an opportunity to challenge heteronormative expectations
3) They value the sense of community and camaraderie that comes with being a part of the BL fandom
"... where magically everyone including all brothers and friends are gay/bi"
It's a way to imagine a better world where being gay isn't something to be hidden or discriminated against; where everyone speaks the same language and gets along