Lorenzo

It’s off putting how people will rate a show highly based off the sex scenes or how if the leads eat each other’s faces in kissing scenes while the story is lacking meaningful or lasting drama. I knew why Thai BLs are rated highly when many have mediocre stories but seeing people praise the same quality in newer KBLs calling them a step up because of the sex is… something. Reminds me a lot of that Thai produced KBL where the intimacy was good but the story was half baked and characters were irrationally awful, only there to be filler to the sex scenes.

I put it off the series because the first episode didn’t really have my interest but man this is truly underrated. The more we get to know Okumi the more endearing he gets and seeing Ai-Chan slowly becoming the man he wants to be is nice. To be honest Okumi came off a bit creepy at first and Ai-Chan has that infantile characterization that I find extremely annoying. However, they have amazing character development and the show is pretty hilarious! I hope the nephew finds someone!

That makes sense… he probably plays into that stereotype so others won’t be surprised when they find out he’s gay. I loved that final scene when he was playing basketball with his classmates. You can see him coming out of his shell becoming less timid

Yeah the story was a let down. Mainly the wrenchs they threw at the story. Would’ve been better if they started from high school to adulthood.

Short and sweet.

I actually appreciate how the obstacles were resolved quickly although very aloof. I wished it focused more on the high school days leading to the reunion and musical storyline. Manager plotline was a total waste of time. If only they expanded on the mother or even the second couple it would have been a tighter story.

The main leads had amazing chemistry and potential. Hopefully we’ll see them more of them.

Cute but it’s borderline on infantilization for Sui. I find myself put off by the overtly cutesy feminine characterization. That type of character very annoying even when they are typically played by females. Hopefully he will gain more confidence and I do see hints of that developing.

Ah so it’s probably gonna be similar to the Proper Way to Write Love. The manga was a short porno with little depth and story. The drama greatly improved on the source material and imo superior. Hopefully they can do that for this one too. The director is from Our Youth.

Yeah idk how to put it but like that cringy asserting dominance thing? Like bro hosed him down and expected what? A kiss?

Same especially if they are obnoxiously long. I wished more use just a title card so they don’t waste runtime. Can’t tell you how many times I was excited for long episodes and it turns out a third of it is just the opening and credits.

Bruh 💀

It seems they dropped a lot of the AI in the second episode. I didn’t see any of those AI b rolls/transitions like in the first one. The opening credits is still AI

Pretty good! Story is intriguing and I thought it was gonna be another typical toxic relationship but they turned it around in just one episode. I’m glad the officer didn’t give in immediately and the Suit realizes his juvenile tactics isn’t going to work. I’m also glad that it’s not dubbed over!

Yeah I get what you mean and at times it’s like he’s playing a different character. He’s sometimes awkward and aloof but other times he’s ditzy cute with that waddling walk. He might be getting terrible direction because I prefer the aloof version.

As for the Ex I have no idea! Could be the senior taking the form of the ex in that world or in my opinion a plotline that was cut.

Been a while but I don’t think CYW is a copy of TMH per say but a reflection of TMH. If I recall correctly TMH lived with his grandmother after he was abandoned by his mother. I don’t believe he knew his father? He was supposed to befriend CYW and understand the value of life but they ended up falling in love.

I usually add two points to non Thai BL ratings on here and knock off a few on Thai BLs. How’s Knot?

Instant favorite! Chaotic fun and the characters are charming. Pacing is a bit fast but it kinda fits the overall vibe of the show.

It’s pretty good! Strong first episode and I like the premise. However, Sui is one of those overtly cutesy infantilized characters that I loathe. I do love an adorable guy but man this depiction is definitely not working for me. Might as well just watch a hetero J Drama… I’ll see if I can endure the cringe.

Yeah I get what you mean. When they make one of the leads a completely incompetent dunce are the cute ones I loathe. I do like some of those toxic series like the KBL Thundercloud Rainstorm but if it’s just Stockholm Syndrome or God forbid the grape to love, I just can’t see the appeal. I have been meaning to watch Winter Sun but that Thai tag made hesitant. I’ll definitely move it up my watchlist but man this flood of JBLs is a Godsend!

Hit the nail on the head. I believe that’s why many great JBLs and other slower paced BLs are rated so low because people want them to be Thai/CBLs. Personally, I don’t enjoy those overtly abusive/manipulative/borderline creepy relationships and the infantilization or over feminization of gays is very problematic. Also, not many people discuss this but those more raunchy Thai and CBLs are even more formulaic and predictable than the typical high school J/KBL. Can’t tell you how many highly rated series drop plot and character development to speed run to the NC scenes. I mean there’s even more misunderstandings and “love” rivals in Thai BLs and it happens more than once in a single series!