That was my fist film that I made in 2011. That time I got no experience making film before.
But it already shows your potential.
From the choice of the scenery, focusing not only with the story but also on the actors' emotions and expressions.
You were consistent from Present Perfect to Present Still Perfect. You didn't depart from the first movie, the 2011. The 3 independent movies have a signature that you know it's Aam.
Going to 2 Moons 2. You were able to give justice to the other 2 couples that weren't given the chance to blossom in 2 Moons, when it was teased to have 3 couples and only happens in 2 Moons 2.
That is why I am excited for "Call It What You Want" as it is not the typical Thai BL that involves student with a high school/uni setting.
This would definitely would not appeal with the younger generation... With someone like me that had to go through the struggle of being a gay in a highly conservative country, this is very close to my heart.
This is not the lovey dovey type of BL that is why this is more realistic than most of BL's out there. Grounded more to realism than fiction.
Take note, it took Taiwan 3 decades to become the very first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage despite of what members of the LGBT+ community members need to go through back in the days.
No doubt that delivery of lines is spot on, what lacks is the emotion behind what being said. I like the concept of incorporating math into the story, in falling in love. Despite limited budget, they manage to shoot the scenes in a IG worthy ones. It's light, straight-forward story with very likable actors. I hope New doesn't fix his crooked teeth, it what will make him unique. One big concern after the first 3 episodes, editing. The transition is not as smooth as it needs to be. The last part of Episode 6 is when New and Quin are at their best. It just showed that they already comfortable and the acting is way better than the previous episodes.
I stumbled across this series in Nextflix by accident... Then at the Shibuya crossing, I saw a familiar face, Karube... I am watching Cherry Magic... LOL
Ohm as a seasoned BL actor. Nanon's first ever BL role. Something to look forward to. Both are equally talented actors. But not expecting there's gonna be plenty of skinships... And that is a first as well for me, expecting something. How I wish I am wrong. lol
As for a gay guy someone like me, I don't find Podd's character Tonhon offensive. In fact, I find hilarious. Among the people living in the house, he is the odd man out and thinks everybody else is like him. So dense, so full of himself that is overflowing of stupidity and naivetes.
Why am I not offended by Tonhon? Simple, I wasn't able to walk in shoes. I don't have any reason to judge the character, take note, character. Character of a work of fiction. If I encounter a Tonhon in real life, I might be doing a face palm all day long and shaking my head.
I am the person who rise up and doesn't go down to their level of dislike, judging. I am more of a man than those kind of straight men. Being a gay guy who come out 20 years ago in a ultra-conservative, Catholic-majority country in South East Asia, I happened to earn the respect of my straight friends, co-workers and acquaintances. Bottom line, respect begets respect. So far, Tonhon didn't do anything, yet, disrespecting Chon, Ai or Ni. If he knows that the 3 men he is living with is not what he think they are, I think Ton won't force them, even suggest that he done to the 3 so far.
And I find it really amusing that people do forget easily. Case in point, Type of TharnType. He use the strong word, the one that start with "h", against gays. His character receive a lot of backlash back then, only to realize that Type gone through traumatic. Like I said, who am I to judge Tonhon, I never walked in his shoes.
More or less, I can feel that Golf-Bank would end up happy. But with Mon-Oak, I think they will be paired after all both of them appeared in My Friendship and the ending is as surprising as the prequel of this.
Followed by this, again, not your typical Thai BL, that aired for more than half a year. Simple, uncomplicated story yet their acting is consistent.
Next in line is KinnPorsche, not a typical Thai BL, once more. But sadly, they're going to take support roles.
From the choice of the scenery, focusing not only with the story but also on the actors' emotions and expressions.
You were consistent from Present Perfect to Present Still Perfect. You didn't depart from the first movie, the 2011. The 3 independent movies have a signature that you know it's Aam.
Going to 2 Moons 2. You were able to give justice to the other 2 couples that weren't given the chance to blossom in 2 Moons, when it was teased to have 3 couples and only happens in 2 Moons 2.
That is why I am excited for "Call It What You Want" as it is not the typical Thai BL that involves student with a high school/uni setting.
And sometimes, all we need is a chance.
This is not the lovey dovey type of BL that is why this is more realistic than most of BL's out there. Grounded more to realism than fiction.
Take note, it took Taiwan 3 decades to become the very first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage despite of what members of the LGBT+ community members need to go through back in the days.
What the ending means:
Hush now, Adachi. Everything will turn out just fine.
The outro song:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91R6C3RH3VI
"One more wine, one more whiskey
We just kept the car in park
Dim the headlights so we can see the stars
Let `em tell us where we should start.
And I'm scared as hell
Becuase there's no way to know how this goes
But I can't help but say
'I promise to give you my all'"
After "Fake Protagonist", this would be my new heartbreak song?
Nanon's first ever BL role.
Something to look forward to.
Both are equally talented actors.
But not expecting there's gonna be plenty of skinships... And that is a first as well for me, expecting something. How I wish I am wrong. lol
Why am I not offended by Tonhon? Simple, I wasn't able to walk in shoes. I don't have any reason to judge the character, take note, character. Character of a work of fiction. If I encounter a Tonhon in real life, I might be doing a face palm all day long and shaking my head.
I am the person who rise up and doesn't go down to their level of dislike, judging. I am more of a man than those kind of straight men. Being a gay guy who come out 20 years ago in a ultra-conservative, Catholic-majority country in South East Asia, I happened to earn the respect of my straight friends, co-workers and acquaintances. Bottom line, respect begets respect. So far, Tonhon didn't do anything, yet, disrespecting Chon, Ai or Ni. If he knows that the 3 men he is living with is not what he think they are, I think Ton won't force them, even suggest that he done to the 3 so far.
And I find it really amusing that people do forget easily. Case in point, Type of TharnType. He use the strong word, the one that start with "h", against gays. His character receive a lot of backlash back then, only to realize that Type gone through traumatic. Like I said, who am I to judge Tonhon, I never walked in his shoes.