Writing fell along with Rain
La Pluie begins with a refreshing premise — soulmates who can only hear each other when it rains. It promises emotional maturity and avoids many tired BL tropes in the beginning, with grounded pacing and real chemistry between the leads.
But as the series nears the end, things start to unravel.
The emotional conflict feels forced, with key moments brushed off instead of addressed. Tai lies, avoids communication, and hurts Patt repeatedly — yet he’s never truly held accountable. His apology lacks depth, and somehow, he apologizes more sincerely to the side character than to the person he hurt the most.
The "soulmate" theme, while intriguing, ends up feeling shallow. The show leans too heavily on destiny instead of genuine emotional growth. By the finale, the story shifts from something grounded to something symbolic but empty.
✅ What worked:
Mature pacing and chemistry
Respectful intimacy and consent
Refreshing start and tone
❌ What didn’t:
Weak conflict resolution
Tai’s actions go mostly unaddressed
Overemphasis on soulmates instead of emotional accountability
Final Thoughts:
A strong start with a mid-tier finish. La Pluie had real potential, but its resolution lacked the honesty and depth it needed. Worth watching — just lower your expectations for the ending.
But as the series nears the end, things start to unravel.
The emotional conflict feels forced, with key moments brushed off instead of addressed. Tai lies, avoids communication, and hurts Patt repeatedly — yet he’s never truly held accountable. His apology lacks depth, and somehow, he apologizes more sincerely to the side character than to the person he hurt the most.
The "soulmate" theme, while intriguing, ends up feeling shallow. The show leans too heavily on destiny instead of genuine emotional growth. By the finale, the story shifts from something grounded to something symbolic but empty.
✅ What worked:
Mature pacing and chemistry
Respectful intimacy and consent
Refreshing start and tone
❌ What didn’t:
Weak conflict resolution
Tai’s actions go mostly unaddressed
Overemphasis on soulmates instead of emotional accountability
Final Thoughts:
A strong start with a mid-tier finish. La Pluie had real potential, but its resolution lacked the honesty and depth it needed. Worth watching — just lower your expectations for the ending.
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