Alternative Cinderella
I'm not sure if this is a satire, a commentary on society or a romance; maybe it's all of those things.The 'elite' live privileged lives while everyone else doesn't. The elite include different types of people (usually men, but there are some are female) and the odds are definitely stacked in their favour....and many want to be part of that. Who wouldn't? One lucky person gets to play in the same playground as the elite but was actually chosen so that others would think it was a fair game. She gives it her all and is determined not to be pushed out.
As you get involved in the story, you will have an idea about how it will turn out, but that didn't stop me watching. Actually I really liked it because it's a rags to riches, Cinderella-type story. Throw in a bit of unrequited love and you are ready to go!
What I liked: the ending, even though some of it was likely to happen. Some of the silly behaviour by one of the men - surely there's only so many times, and appropriate places, you can take off your shirt...? The reason the female lead desperately wants to win - obvious but still heartwarming. Her determination to win made me want to cheer for her.
What I didn't like: sometimes irritated by the FL's silly faces.
Overall, it was fun and watchable.
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Prophetic love
I'm not sure I've ever seen anything like this: it's a thriller, prophecy, love story, comedy. I didn't expect all of this in one drama. This is a mature story about mature people - this isn't about high school kids or university students. There's a serious and disturbing story in the first half of this drama, which is well handled.I've never heard of the Naga, but now know that lots of cultures have similar folklore.
The action scenes are good and some appear more realistic than some scenes in 'real' action films. The slow burn and tension of the love story is exquisite. The comedy is sometimes a bit cringey, but sometimes really funny.
Only one thing was irritating: Tharn's woodenness. Initially, I thought it was Babe's acting but realised it was his character's fear and self-protection. He became less wooden as he relaxed and opened up.
That scene (you will know it when you get there) when they first stay in Babe's condo....phew...
What I liked: the acting - the pain and loss on Phaya's face was so well communicated. The distraught look on Tharn's face, and his behaviour as a result, was obvious and realistic.
What I didn't like: the female characters weren't great - apart from the grandmas, who I loved (particularly Phaya's as she pulled herself together to accept the revelations she was being told).
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Annoying privilege
I'm late to the BL world and keep discovering actors I've never heard of and then have a list of dramas I need to find. This is no exception. Chimon (Sailom) is great. The expressions he has and the sincerity (it seems to me) with which he is portraying his clever, struggling, dignified character has pulled me into this story. In some scenes I hardly notice Perth (Kang) (sorry!). I'm not saying he can't act, just that his on-screen partner is really good.The first few episodes made me feel so uncomfortable that I wasn't sure I wanted to continue. The bullying was nasty (obviously) and borderline sexual. The bully wanted power and worship, but deep down (as is sometimes the case) wanted to be noticed and cared for by someone...anyone.... It got better as it progressed.
The stark difference between a life of privilege and one of struggle made me angry. I know it happens in reality, but I was still angry!
As the drama progressed, I still wasn't sure if I would finish it, as Kang annoyed me so much (Perth's acting continued to be great).
What I liked: the grandmother - she's a smart cookie. Chimon's acting and his character, Sailom. The chemistry between Chimon and Perth was clear and there were a few scenes where they seemed to be having fun and there was real laughter. Loved Auto. Loved the side couple: Nawa and Guy - I didn't see that coming until it happened....
What I didn't like: the bullying
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