I actually rewound the after credits scene- the facial expressions on each of them as they asked/answered the reporter. First time around I was casually watching it but then at the end I was like, “wait! What happened?” and had to watch it again- 2x to focus on one person at a time, then after seeing each, again to get the full picture. So 4x? It’s gotta be my fave scene from this episode.
Zhen Xin already caught them feelings and not quite ready to admit it. In the beginning (flashback 7 years ago), I think it’s just wanting to repay a kindness or curiosity on how someone could remain content after having your umbrella taken for someone else (after credit scene from episode 1). Then he feels some attraction upon the second meeting and especially after that audition kiss. He’s bold yet not quite ready to fully embrace his attraction to Zhang Zhen. As they live and practice together over the 2 weeks, the lines blur even more, yet he’s still not quite ready, I don’t think. It’s with how he asks his girlfriend to visit him. Either he’s trying to snap himself out of his growing attraction or he’s trying to confirm it’s more than character immersion for him. That train is barreling down a hill with no breaks though. When they do the role reversal scene, we see more of this attraction coming out. This chemistry they’ve built on top of his initial interest (whether attraction or just good will) and these somewhat repressed feelings bubble up when Zhang Zhen takes the initiative he hadn’t taken the entire half-month before. Lines become more blurred, even the director can see it.
For Zhang Zhen, he’s grateful for the opportunity but lacks confidence in himself. He has hubris and a dream, so he’s willing to stuff most of this deep inside when necessary, but a bit of that tidiness peaks through until the camera rolls. Or he becomes inebriated. He’s in the heavy denial phase of his attraction, held back by society’s belief that man-man is an oddity and not something either of them would actually pursue- both having girlfriends and all. But the chemistry is there and the feelings are hard to separate from the character. I mean, it’s their bodies.
I think this is why BL sells so well and people ship actors so much. It can be difficult for viewers to separate reality from fiction when such intimacy plays out in front of you. And I think that’s the point of this drama- other than in the story, the guys actually catching real feelings. We have seen on-screen couples insist they are not couples but are or became close friends, some blurring the lines for fan service or to market their couple (especially with Thai couples), and those who actually become couples. Being a BL fan is a daily mental struggle to not believe everything you see during promotion lives and other materials meant to promote the dramas.
Nevertheless, I digress. I really liked episode 2 - not for the reason you’d think. It’s they way he looks out for and doesn’t let others bully Zhang Zhen, like the rich kid, the hungry predatory actress, but especially the after credits scene when he stands up to the reporter for Zhang Zhen; this was peak for me. I’m glad I scrolled through the credits and found this. (And just as an aside, Ollie in long hair is 🤌🏽🤌🏽)
I’m looking forward to what they give us tomorrow, though I may need to hunt down the novel with an English translation to get more of the details- and to satisfy my greed for an all-episode at once drop. ✌🏽
Just as an aside, I really dislike how Viki doesn’t let me watch the after credit scenes all the way- no settings fix this. The “watch credits” option still cuts most of episode 1s acs. I have to go to Gaga for that. It’s just that Gaga requires a VPN and takes forever to do the 10 sec skips on my phone. But it is what it is. Just a mild irritation.
Finally a Thai BL I can enjoy (so far). I’ve been dropping after a few episodes lately because I just can’t get into them (only Thai ones). Something about fresh faces + unique storytelling and good editing really hits different. I’m looking forward to next week!
Just started this on recommendation after watching Ren Meguro in As Long As We Both Shall Live (him with long white hair is 🤌🏽). The opening on top of a high rise with him standing on the edge- my fear of heights is like WHY?! 😱 I know it’s a green screen, but still. 😩
Anyway. I just needed to share because why not? Back to Episode 1 😊.
What are you talking about? He’s the one with glasses… You sure you saw the right drama? I found it on YouTube and he most definitely is in the drama. Since it’s been a year since your post, I’m gonna hope you discovered the right drama as sometimes Dramacool can have the wrong videos attached to the name.
I’m happy to have found this little gem by chance aka IG edit. The chemistry! Ryan Chang can work chemistry with literally anyone. 🔥 Those eyes get me every time. I’m only on episode 5, but damn. I just needed to come say this. I hope more people will pick this shorter drama up. I usually stay away from them because the production, story, and acting are usually lacking. Not in this case. Though the episodes are short, the story doesn’t feel rushed. So far.
Even though I don't like this time period for my dramas (this era is not my thing, no matter who's in it usually), I saw one IG edit and was hooked (the house fire scene was 🔥). Then began my manic search for a good quality video that had no ads. Even though DailyMotion had the clearest resolution, it was about to make my head explode with the 2 minute ads every 5 minutes. The resolutions available on YouTube were like watching a 720 resolution on a 4K screen, but it is what it is.
This drama was actually good. Were there some unbelievable parts with the CGI? Of course. But our ML was dashing in his uniform and long white hair (because that's a weakness for me in c-dramas) and our FL was super cute and likable. I kinda wish it was a full length drama with 36-40 episodes instead of a movie, just to flesh out the storyline, world building, and characters more, but it is what it is. The almost 2 hour movie had a lot packed into it and I wasn't disappointed. Though I am used to about 40 hours (give or take) for a Chinese story with all the c-dramas I've watched.
It appears like there should be another movie based on the after-credit scene, but I wonder if that actually will happen since it's been 3 years already...
Either way, I enjoyed this drama. I may have to open up to more non-bl Japanese dramas in the future. By the way, I KNEW I recognized the ML from somewhere - he was in a JBL called My Love Mix Up. The long hair does something...
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For Zhang Zhen, he’s grateful for the opportunity but lacks confidence in himself. He has hubris and a dream, so he’s willing to stuff most of this deep inside when necessary, but a bit of that tidiness peaks through until the camera rolls. Or he becomes inebriated. He’s in the heavy denial phase of his attraction, held back by society’s belief that man-man is an oddity and not something either of them would actually pursue- both having girlfriends and all. But the chemistry is there and the feelings are hard to separate from the character. I mean, it’s their bodies.
I think this is why BL sells so well and people ship actors so much. It can be difficult for viewers to separate reality from fiction when such intimacy plays out in front of you. And I think that’s the point of this drama- other than in the story, the guys actually catching real feelings. We have seen on-screen couples insist they are not couples but are or became close friends, some blurring the lines for fan service or to market their couple (especially with Thai couples), and those who actually become couples. Being a BL fan is a daily mental struggle to not believe everything you see during promotion lives and other materials meant to promote the dramas.
Nevertheless, I digress. I really liked episode 2 - not for the reason you’d think. It’s they way he looks out for and doesn’t let others bully Zhang Zhen, like the rich kid, the hungry predatory actress, but especially the after credits scene when he stands up to the reporter for Zhang Zhen; this was peak for me. I’m glad I scrolled through the credits and found this. (And just as an aside, Ollie in long hair is 🤌🏽🤌🏽)
I’m looking forward to what they give us tomorrow, though I may need to hunt down the novel with an English translation to get more of the details- and to satisfy my greed for an all-episode at once drop. ✌🏽
Just as an aside, I really dislike how Viki doesn’t let me watch the after credit scenes all the way- no settings fix this. The “watch credits” option still cuts most of episode 1s acs. I have to go to Gaga for that. It’s just that Gaga requires a VPN and takes forever to do the 10 sec skips on my phone. But it is what it is. Just a mild irritation.
Anyway. I just needed to share because why not? Back to Episode 1 😊.
This drama was actually good. Were there some unbelievable parts with the CGI? Of course. But our ML was dashing in his uniform and long white hair (because that's a weakness for me in c-dramas) and our FL was super cute and likable. I kinda wish it was a full length drama with 36-40 episodes instead of a movie, just to flesh out the storyline, world building, and characters more, but it is what it is. The almost 2 hour movie had a lot packed into it and I wasn't disappointed. Though I am used to about 40 hours (give or take) for a Chinese story with all the c-dramas I've watched.
It appears like there should be another movie based on the after-credit scene, but I wonder if that actually will happen since it's been 3 years already...
Either way, I enjoyed this drama. I may have to open up to more non-bl Japanese dramas in the future. By the way, I KNEW I recognized the ML from somewhere - he was in a JBL called My Love Mix Up. The long hair does something...