Synchonicity

Oh okay, I didn't get that "it was just a dream," because I thought that Pharm was having direct recollections as himself as "In." And maybe he was, but the way they presented the order of the Korn/In scenes was really confusing.

But I agree with you, Pharm's getting emotional over tasting the soup was really well done (got me a bit teary as well).

I have to agree with you. When LBC was airing, everybody was talking about what an "amazing" director he was, but I saw a LOT wrong with LBC. I think, because Perth/Saint had good chemistry and there were some hot scenes, everyone jumped to P'New's defense when the story lines went sour. I was even willing to cut him some slack, because of all the backstage drama I was hearing about. But what's the excuse now? I think he's just a bad director.

Can someone clue me in? The end of Part 2 (Ep. 11) had Korn/In with the red thread thing, "we're staying together forever," being all sweet and then, at the beginning of Part 3, they're walking through the rain with In sobbing for Korn not to leave him. What did I miss??? All I can figure is that it was just really bad script writing and editing.

Hahaha, I know what you mean!

I hear you. Guess we'll just wait and see what happens and hope for the best!

I really like this series, but I kind of hope they keep it to 12 episodes. Despite my enjoyment, it's just been moving too slow for my taste. Lots of wasted time, with cooking scenes lasting for 20% of an episode (I love cooking, but come on!), a lack of conversation between Pharm/Dean (we've seen very little), Pharm acting too much like a prudish virgin, lack of advancing the plot, etc. I've been hoping they'll pick it up in the last two episodes and end with a bang!

Haha, you never can tell with these sequels!

But... you are strongly criticizing posters yourself, just for stating their opinions on a fictional story. Criticism is everywhere, we can't avoid it. For instance, I loved Dark Blue Kiss but many people posted lots of negative things about it on the discussion board. I didn't let it bother me... everyone is entitled to their opinions and I'm interested to hear the different perspectives.

Exactly! When Pharm said "Don't try that again, okay?" If I were Dean, I probably would have said "Okay see ya, have a nice life." Lol.

It is confusing, but I didn't think Dean became a pervert, he was just attempting to move things along (which usually happens at some point in a committed relationship). I'm more confused by Pharm's lack of response. Scared is one thing, but at least tell your partner about it in advance, rather than making them guilty for making any kind of move. Pharm practically freaks out just from a kiss.

I have a feeling it's going to happen in the last episode. :)

I agree with you completely. People would do well to remember two things: 1) this is a discussion board, not a fan page and 2) it is possible to be critical of a series and still enjoy it.

BLs (especially Thai BLs) have come a long way from where they started. Going back and watching some of the "pioneer" series, I'm almost shocked at how much poorer they were, compared to what we're seeing now. I can't help but feel that the authors and directors actually DO pay some attention to what the fans think, both good and bad. Criticism can lead to growth.

If there is a Season 2, what do you suppose it would be about? There would probably have to be more angst and drama, because an entire series about a "happily ever after" couple wouldn't be all that interesting, would it?

I hear you, as I always watch the official links! But... I just got started watching BLs about 2 years ago, I didn't even know they existed. On a flight, I happened to see the American gay-themed movie "Love, Simon."

As a gay male, I really appreciated that there was a feel good film about a gay high schooler. So I went on YouTube to see if there might be some clips of the film. There were, but I noticed all these thumbnails with Asian men kissing. I had no idea what they were, so I clicked on one and discovered "Addicted" which I watched on YT. From there, I watched Sotus, Make it Right and others (all on YT). I was officially hooked on BL.

I eventually found this site (yay!) and now I understand how important it is to watch the official links, so I now do that. But I would never known about BLs at all, had I not seen a few of them on YT. In my case, it was a good thing that I discovered them on YT.

What do you disagree with?

Thanks for the great reply.

I absolutely hate the "I'm not gay, I'm just gay for you" theme, so prevalent in BL series. It's really insulting to LGBTQ people (of which I am one)... if the writers don't want a character to "admit" they are gay, why not at least claim bisexuality?

At least Tharn was officially gay, so I guess that's an improvement. But I think you've hit it exactly on the head: most of the fan base are fujoshis who are sexually attracted to these actors. More than that, they get turned on by fetishizing two attractive men together. And, from what I've seen, all of the authors of the original stories are straight women.

I just visited Thailand (Bangkok) last week, for the first time. Bangkok has a reputation for being very tolerant and accepting of the gay community. But, for a city that is larger than New York City, I was very surprised at the small amount of gay clubs and bars, and the ones that do exist are mostly off the beaten path, almost hidden. And gay marriage is not legal in Thailand. The whole scene is pretty much hush-hush.

How do you pronounce his name? HY-TER? HITTER?

I think M really did have feelings for Pun. But, as you mentioned, there were a lot of unanswered questions, or too much having to leave to our imaginations. And wasn't it implied that Sib's girlfriend (I forgot her name) was suddenly interested in her lesbian girlfriend? DID Pun get together with Sib at the end? I guess we'll never know unless there is a Season 3. :)

It really does seem "stretched out" at times. For one thing, they spend waaaayyy too long on the cooking scenes.

Hmm, you might be onto something. Thanks!