It sure is. Same with the other series that share the same universe.
I’ve only made it through 3 of the University series so far, and they’ve all been pretty frustrating 😅. They each start out with a strong, promising premise, but the momentum drops off quickly, long before the midpoint. For me, Avenues of Diamond has been the most narrative-focused, especially with its use of internal monologues.
I enjoyed the first few episodes, but I felt the need to comment on the amount of swearing in this drama. As a Filipino myself, I don’t think we really speak this way, especially using the F-word so frequently, and particularly when talking to our parents. It doesn’t feel like an accurate representation and comes across as an attempt to westernize the drama.
Episode 6 was frustrating. Kalix keeps saying “let me explain,” over and over, yet never actually explains anything. I hate when dramas do this, deliberately dragging out miscommunication just to heighten the angst and force emotional breakdowns. 😕
Why wont Akin just tell him like bro...why keep it hidden? flat out tell him >.>
I think Akin exhibits masochistic tendencies, it's as if he finds comfort and emotional validation in seeing himself as the victim. I mean, what else could it be? 🤷
100 ep seemed intimidating but I found out it's only around 20 mins per episode lol
Most Filipino series tend to be overly drawn out with slow pacing, repetitive and unnecessary drama, which is why they usually have such a large number of episodes.
Who wouldn’t fall for Than? He's a ray of sunshine. He’s kind, gentle, adorable, caring, romantic, and responsible. Everything you’d want in a partner.
Akin, on the other hand, is really getting on my nerves. The audacity of him talking to Than about lies and "distorted truths" is unbelievable, especially when he is the one who refuse to talk.
And what exactly is he crying for? If anyone has the right to feel hurt and broken, it’s Than. Akin started this mess himself, yet he has the nerve to cry and paint himself as the victim. It’s all in his head. He’s choosing to see himself as wronged instead of talking about it and finding out the truth.
At this point, Akin has perfected self-sabotage and victim mentality.
Akin, on the other hand, is really getting on my nerves. The audacity of him talking to Than about lies and "distorted truths" is unbelievable, especially when he is the one who refuse to talk.
And what exactly is he crying for? If anyone has the right to feel hurt and broken, it’s Than. Akin started this mess himself, yet he has the nerve to cry and paint himself as the victim. It’s all in his head. He’s choosing to see himself as wronged instead of talking about it and finding out the truth.
At this point, Akin has perfected self-sabotage and victim mentality.