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When I use the word generic, I mean it doesn't stand out above the rest. Hence the context of my comment, "I had high hopes", meaning that I thought this show would be a cut above normal idol dramas based on the first few episodes. But the writers lost the edge they started with, and now this middle portion feels just like any other normal idol drama.

It's not bad, it's very entertaining actually. But I no longer think it stands out as superior or unforgettable. I don't think it'll go down as one of the greats, which was my original hope.

How would my single comment on MDL be a serious attempt at shooting a drama down? lol, you're granting me way too much power. If I was spamming the comment section with negative thoughts or leaving 1 star reviews, your opinion would make more sense. As it is, you're a bit too paranoid.

All of those things you listed can be, and are often found in idol dramas. The two aren't mutually exclusive. Idol doesn't mean superficial or badly written.

An idol drama is a drama that features traffic actors as the leads and focuses heavily on visuals and creating that wow effect. It also *typically* focuses on wish fulfillment and entertainment over depth. Idol dramas aren't bad - many of my best dramas are idol - but it's just a different focus. It's kind of like the difference between an HBO show and a CW show, if you grew up watching American media.

I had such high hopes for this show but it's become a generic idol drama after all 😐

I wasn't sure I'd like this but the last few minutes got me interested. It's so messy and I feel sorry for all of them 🤣

oh my god, I would never have connected the dots. He was so cute in School Trip

He's so good. My mind was already blown at the difference between Enaga and AE, and then now here he's playing a scumbag and he's doing it so well. What can't he do???

Tinn is better than me cause no way am I giving you my pastries after you talked all that shit unprovoked 😂

Why is she sneaking out of her house when she's in her 30s? It's so childish...

LOL nooo you weren't supposed to read this 😭 sorry, you're still a good nanny though

oh god I feel the exact same way about LJ. His acting just isn't for me - I feel uncomfortable watching him. that scene at the end of ep7 and start of ep8 was extremely uncomfortable 😐

I'm just wondering where he got a backup pair of contacts. Since he only wears the glasses because he has no contacts - but suddenly by episode 2 he has replacements. It's definitely weird but a minor issue

honestly, it's very unique. it's a mix of romance and political drama, and both plots are really well written. I dislike it for other reasons, but the plot is amazing

is that mentioned in the story?

I love how the glasses were a whole plot point in episode 1, but then in episode 2 he goes to the amusement park without them. zero continuity 😂 or are they going to explain it later?

ngl, I've dropped and resumed Edge of Horizon 3 times now. Every time I quit but then I come back just for the plot. What are you unsure about?

LOL I thought my eyes were lying to me how Shixian's hair is vibrant blue in one scene and then faded the next. But this show is a perfect example of how chemistry can just totally save a low-budget production. I don't think it would feel the same if the actors were different.

Also totally agree about OSTs needing to get on Spotify and other platforms. Even Tiger in my Love isn't on Spotify yet, I have to listen to it on YouTube. I notice that Thai BLs are better at having their songs on platforms, I guess because Thailand is very consciously pursuing a global market. Are you watching Edge of Horizon? The main lead also sings the OST there and it's so freaking beautiful.

When Shixian is confronting him about paying the bills, and he looks so pleased with himself after that conversation cause he knows there's nothing Shixian can do about it. I died, the actor is too good.

The fact that I know exactly the scene you're talking about!!!!! Love it so much. He's so goddamn cheeky. I want to post another scene also but I'm not sure if you've watched up to there, so I'll just say it's when they're at the hospital, and then you can look at the comment under this if you want