It’s a beautifully written, brilliantly directed slice-of-life story that stands out for its gentle, honest conversations and everyday gestures that carry symbolic weight, showing that home is built through small choices and for the courage to portray mature characters in a BL romance, something you rarely see in the genre.
The characters are layered and well-developed. Each one adds a thread to weave a beautiful, rich, intricate tapestry, with their stories intertwining in a way that powerfully explores the idea of family, not just the one you’re born into, but the one you build day by day, through conscious choices to stay together, through bonds of care, trust, and affinity.
The series also dives into themes like growing up, finding where you belong, late-in-life love, generational differences, challenging social conventions, and representation. The whole cast delivers genuine, charismatic performances, but special mention goes to Shiratori Tamaki as Kusunoki Hotaru and Hiiragi Hinata as Kishibe Kazuki, the grandson of the guitar factory owner. Kazuki gave me the most bittersweet moment of the series and honestly, if there were a spin-off about his story, I’d watch it in a heartbeat.
Through love and revolution, Hatano and Sakuta manage to find their own version of happiness, not the one society dictates. Hotaru realizes she can be whoever she wants to be and starts carving out her own path.
Chosen Home is a heartfelt, moving, inspiring, and fun story that’s going to stay with me for a long time. Highly recommended.
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It was my first time seeing Nani act, and I was genuinely impressed. Comedy is tough, but he nailed it! Wutkrai was hilarious , a total mess, ridiculously lucky, and sweet in the most innocent way.
And my baby Prem? Just wow. He completely blew me away in this role. He started off as someone trying to investigate and expose the cult led by “Father,” but as the series went on, you could see those subtle flashes of madness in his eyes. That final episode was chef’s kiss , absolutely perfect.
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That’s what makes this series so powerful and unique. And that’s why it surprised and won me over with its very creative plot. It’s not just an apocalyptic love story set at the end of the world, it’s a deep dive into mental health, in which the characters seek to resurrect hope by reconciling with their past traumas and regrets so that they can find hope to live again Each character has their own personal “meteor” symbolizing self-destruction, and they have to “destroy” it if they want to build a hopeful future worth living for.
A hidden gem. Beautifully written, with deeply moving and emotionally powerful performances that lead us to deep reflections on the meaning of life, on ourselves, on our relationships, on the world we live in and the way we carry our pain. Give it a try, you won’t regret it.
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I absolutely loved the use of cosmic metaphors. They beautifully reflect the vast, unpredictable nature of human emotions. The cast delivers such nuanced performances, really nailing the complicated feelings of youth and bringing raw, youthful confusion to life with incredible authenticity. The magnetic chemistry between Ahn Ji Ho and Lee Sang Jun is spot-on, making every scene between them feel intimate and emotionally resonant.
One standout aspect is how Heesu’s Sisters shape his view of love. The scene where he comes out to his sister is not only tender, but one of my all-time favorites. Just like the moment under the stars when when he realizes his feelings for Seung Won.
It’s the kind of story that stays with you and one I know I’ll revisit in the future.
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She and Kim Jung-hyun have such sweet and effortless chemistry. It was impossible not to love Kim Jung-hyun’s character. I laughed and had so much fun watching this duo.
Huge applause to the entire cast and everyone involved in the production. They truly delivered it!
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The brilliance of this film lies in how its characters lead us to reflect on different facets of love and loss. It transcends its initial premise around LGBTQ rights, pushing us to think about what truly matters in life. It’s intense, with a heavy storyline, yet at the same time, it’s captivating and moving, leaving you with a persistent feeling of unease.
The performances are nothing short of incredible. The actors embodied their characters with such precision that I genuinely felt their emotions as my own. I have to say I consider Jeff Satur the most complete artist of today. He sings, he dances and he acts. And does it all with remarkable perfection. His portrayal of Thongkam was outstanding, perfectly capturing the vulnerability of his character.
Engfa delivered an acting masterclass, and I honestly can’t imagine anyone else playing Mo as brilliantly as she did.
The final scene was executed with such skill that I needed a moment to compose myself afterward. The cinematography is stunning, and the soundtrack is absolutely beautiful. After watching the movie, Jeff Satur’s song “Rain Wedding” took on an entirely new meaning for me.
This is undoubtedly one of the best films I’ve seen in years. Thai cinema continues to win me over with its masterful storytelling.
The Paradise of Thorns is a film that will stay with me for a long time. I highly recommend it!
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"Finding someone you like isn't hard; making a relationship last is the hard part."
Finally, a series with Tutor and Yim! And as always, they don’t disappoint, delivering such honest and genuine performances. I have to admit, this show really surprised me because it turned out to be way more than just a casual, throwaway series. It’s a sweet, lighthearted, and super fun slice-of-life with plenty of references to Thai culture and other shows.Even though he had his heart broken over and over again, "Oeng" decides to give love one last shot and ends up meeting Intha. Considered unattractive and the size of a buffalo, all "Oeng" really wants is someone who looks past his physical appearance, someone who realizes that he wants to be spoiled, protected, and respected too, and just loved for who he is. And that’s when he meets Intha.
From there, we follow their day-to-day life as a couple. One of my favorite parts is when they write down little moments and reflections in a diary, and we get to watch their relationship grow. What started out as a one-night stand ends up turning into something much more lasting. The series comes full circle, ending right where it all started, on the temple steps where "Oeng" first laid eyes on Intha.
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P.S. 1: Is the director of the show also Jian Mo’s manager? 🤔
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I have to admit, I was drawn to this series because of Likay, a popular Thai folk art I’d never heard of before. And honestly, I was completely mesmerized by the costumes and the singing. I loved finding out that some of the actors are actual Likay performers. It really elevated the whole show, because their singing skills are just stunning.Sure, the script wasn’t flawless, but the heartfelt performances from the entire cast more than made up for it. I laughed, I got emotional, it was a rollercoaster all the way through. The two leads are not only gorgeous, but their chemistry is undeniable; their eyes say so much without words.
The only real downside for me was Theme’s death. I was so invested in his romance with Fern! I was already imagining a special episode or even a second season focusing on their story. 😭
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This was a tough review to write because the show had all the ingredients to be a hit. I love crime dramas with mysterious murders and smart investigations, and this one started with a really intriguing premise. I haven’t read the novel it’s based on, so I can’t judge how faithful the adaptation is. But honestly, the writing is just bad, clumsy and poorly put together. It feels like they tried to recreate the dynamic from The Heart Killers, but here it just didn’t work.
The story should have focused on solving the crime, not on the romance between Jade and Kamin, which often felt forced and completely out of place. Some scenes were downright bizarre. (Seriously, who flirts in the middle of an investigation where victims are being brutally murdered and your own brother might be one of them?) I still don’t understand how they managed to catch the killers. This show should have been serious, laser-focused on the crime and the mystery, not on romance.
Joong and Dunk are fantastic actors, and their chemistry is undeniable, they’ve proven that before. But their performances, along with the rest of the cast, were dragged down by a shallow script full of plot holes. They didn’t have much to work with in terms of character development, and they definitely deserved better writing. Still, it was nice to see Dunk in a more serious role. (He looks insanely good in a suit!) I’m excited for their next project, just please, let it come with a decent script this time.
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