This is the problem with the viewers expecting that they are watching will be in line with their morality. How…
While Tharn is pushing Type further in the bathroom, you can see Type's face bieng confused, worried and at the same time curious on what to happen next.
When Type is already against the wall, did he fight back? Not at first. He let Tharn do his thing... And more. Even when Tharn is already that low, well I could consider it something like the scene in HIStory 3: Trapped (when Shao Fei just got discharge from the hospital and Tang Yi went with him, the kiss of Tang Yi on Shao Fei abdomen area is very similar), what viewers reacted was "is that hygienic?" or "the wound will get infected", Type did not push Tharn back. Is it erotic? For me, it is sensual. After all, isn't that what Tharn wants to happen? For Type to activate the gay in him?
When did Type started to get uncomfortable? When Tharn started to lift his lips away from Type's body. I can say that Type is thinking "is he toying with me?", and yet, there is still some hesitation in pushing Tharn back. If Type was really disgusted with Tharn actions, he would have push harder and Tharn will fall back further.
These comments are like taking something out of the context, whethere it comes to verbal statement or the written one, without considering the totality of the story. But the difference with this, this is visual and series.
For me, that bathroom scene awaken Type's inner gayness that he is willing to give "it" a try with Tharn and Tharn alone. After all, before that scene was the by the bed scene of Type faking his sleep and Tharn sit on his bed and kiss his forehead. Type didn't fight back.
Can you really resist the teasing of someone as "Charming" as Thar? Well, it seems that we will see the "Prince Charming" be a knight in shining armor to rescue some damsel in distress in the next episode.
Well, I must admit, Mild is doing an excellent job portraying Techno as compared to Gun.
I am a bit bother how Tar's back story will develop. As a certain "Long" being part of the cast, I smell trouble.
My assessment of Episode 2 is in "Reveal Spoilers" below
First of all, I will reserve judgement on Keng's actions. After all, the fame that put him in the spotlight, being an ambassador, is heavy enough to bear as he needs to put up a certain degree of moral ascendancy and him liking boys, is definitely out of the question. On top of that, parents who can not come in terms with his sexuality which should have been the primary support system. Rumors and gossips with the very first person he loves (I'm assuming that Shin is his first though) triggered a psychological "defense mechanism" somewhere along the line of "you only belong to me" . And finally broke, when he was "rejected" by Shin.
I am not glorifying, romanticizing nor defending Keng's actions and I want that to be put out. What I am trying to say, that MAYBE suffering from a mental illness. His parents wanted him to take a different major in college, but he pursue a different one. All the time, his parents keep nagging him about that. It is like a bell tolling every now and then. Let see how someone won't go crazy a bout it.
Keng's case is no different from anyone who is suffering from an untreated mental condition. And that is obvious. Mental illness is a broad subject. He could have been suffering from psychosis or multiple personality disorder. It is really too early to judge his action. And I will reiterate, his action towards Shin is unforgivable unless he suffered from a breakdown. Until more substantial events will happen, I will reserve my judgement on his character.
On a bit lighter side, I really with Yacht's character even from Love By Chance. He is the ultimate shipper. But this time around, that was overshadowed by his loyalty to his friend, Shin. And the ever supportive friend, Pramote.
After season 2 has been confirmed my expectations are pretty high. After all, the fist season of "The Gifted" is still the #1 Thai Drama as far as this site is concern. Can GMMTV outdo themselves? This is a make or break season for them.
Make it, the GMMTV will leave a legacy with this series.
Break it, let's justs say I don't want to talk about it.
For the story itself, how I wish that the gift of the students will improve. And find an answer to one loose end, Punn's demon, after appearing as a reflection.
What I am anticipating to impress me: Phuwin's acting. When he played Morn in "My Tee", I knew right then and there that he has a potential to become a great actor. Yes, his character there is bubbly and there are numerous scene where I could say that he improvised his acting. After seeing his character here, specifically in the stairs, which I find a mixture of Wave and Punn's characters. The aggressive, confrontational facial expression and the aura that he is emitting that he is going to be the Wave of his batch.
Trailer#2 with Eng Sub:https://youtu.be/3LFn3pjpYj8I accidentally switched tab on my browser and my News Feed…
I am bother by the adult Phob said: "He's not here anymore"... But towards the end of the trailer, someone said "Hello, Pob". Clearly, it is Ohm's voice. So, either my earlier theory is correct and the adult Pob is just reminiscing hearing the young Dew's voice, or, it is really the adult Dew.
Dang! So far, with these 2 trailers, my heart is breaking!
I accidentally switched tab on my browser and my News Feed updated with this. Was watching Episode 1 of "The Effect"... Then search YouTube if there a version with Eng Sub. What do you know? It has!
What I observed in Trailer #2 is in "Reveal Spoiler"
If you watch the opening of the episode in the legit platform, LINE TV, if you didn't miss the part that says: "RAI KAN TO PAI NI..." Or first part of the sub "The following program is intended for mature audiences." Let me stress, MATURE.
That should have given you a fair warning that there will be scenes that are not for general, narrow-minded, holy than thou as if never sinned before viewers.
Right there and then, you should have stopped already. After all, real life isn't about all sunshine and rainbows, there are dark and rainy moments too.
First of all a nice effort to make science fiction-alien invasion story. As much as possible I don't want to compare this specific movie from the Western ones with the same storyline, sci-fi + alien invasion. As Western countries definitely are way ahead in that area. Unlike Chinese movies which geared towards to the fantasy, supernatrual, ancient times themed.
Is this a breath of a fresh air? Not exactly "fresh" since it stinks on so many levels. But again, nice effort.
The story was rushed. It lacks a backgrounder other than a less then 5-minutes narration of events leading to the current situation. It could have been nice if they showed how the technology was discovered and spread all over the world to give it more depth what mankind is fighting, other than survival of course. It didn't give enough details about the alien except, one day they just appeared in the skies and started attacking cities. No origin story of the alien race.
At the start of the movie, you will have a feeling and expectations that this will be a hard-core sci-fi film but you will realize that it is more on the romance side rather the prior. The romance side is horrendous at best with few glances and entirely no connection and chemistry between them. Then there is another aspect of the movie that you think could be a savior: the friendship side. Like the romance side, it failed to develop to put more weight on the friendship among the four other than just living together.
In short, the story is all over the place and there is no core and identifying aspect of the film until the end which by the way sucks!
Interaction among the cast... from the romance side and the friendship side definitely shows no connection. Bland. Even the command structure of the "military".
The only redeeming factor of this movie is the effects. HOWEVER, there are some scenes that the FX is too obvious that it does not blend in that well. But it is a good start for Chinese filmmaker to catch up with the West when it comes to hardcore science fiction genre. Or should just stay in the fantasy fiction, martial arts/sword fighting theme, which they excel?
The only reason why I watched this is because of Shu Qi. Loved her since "So Close".
Now I'm off to watch "The Wandering Earth" which is another science fiction themed movie and shows promise.
You can see on the title of the YouTube video, "The Series" and in the video itself, on the upper left hand cornder "5 Years Later" and at the last part of the BTS of the OMV says "5 Years Later".
So I guess they merge the two together, orginally intended to be aired separately. Hence the delayed airing/release day. Wayufilm might have shot scenes that will include both the old and the new one.
I bet this will be another awesome performance from Ohm.About the movie, how I THINK will go down is in the "Reveal…
The young girl in a school uniform is actually Dew's daughter. The adult Pob said "You keep reminding me of someone." Could be pertaining that the girl looks like Dew back in the days.
The lady that holds the adult Pob cheek is Dew's wife. The cry says that the lady said something heartbreaking... "Dew is already dead". What will be more heartbreaking is Dew confessed to his wife that he will search of Pob and somewhere along the way, he met his demise. So far, there is no adult Dew in the trailed that has been released so far.
We all know how "Love of Siam" ended and for me, it is still the most heartbreaking one that tops even the newer ones like "My Bromance". Could this one topple it? We'll soon find out.
When Type is already against the wall, did he fight back? Not at first. He let Tharn do his thing... And more. Even when Tharn is already that low, well I could consider it something like the scene in HIStory 3: Trapped (when Shao Fei just got discharge from the hospital and Tang Yi went with him, the kiss of Tang Yi on Shao Fei abdomen area is very similar), what viewers reacted was "is that hygienic?" or "the wound will get infected", Type did not push Tharn back. Is it erotic? For me, it is sensual. After all, isn't that what Tharn wants to happen? For Type to activate the gay in him?
When did Type started to get uncomfortable? When Tharn started to lift his lips away from Type's body. I can say that Type is thinking "is he toying with me?", and yet, there is still some hesitation in pushing Tharn back. If Type was really disgusted with Tharn actions, he would have push harder and Tharn will fall back further.
These comments are like taking something out of the context, whethere it comes to verbal statement or the written one, without considering the totality of the story. But the difference with this, this is visual and series.
For me, that bathroom scene awaken Type's inner gayness that he is willing to give "it" a try with Tharn and Tharn alone. After all, before that scene was the by the bed scene of Type faking his sleep and Tharn sit on his bed and kiss his forehead. Type didn't fight back.
How did I see the bathroom scene is in the "Reveal Spoiler"
Well, I must admit, Mild is doing an excellent job portraying Techno as compared to Gun.
I am a bit bother how Tar's back story will develop. As a certain "Long" being part of the cast, I smell trouble.
I am not glorifying, romanticizing nor defending Keng's actions and I want that to be put out. What I am trying to say, that MAYBE suffering from a mental illness. His parents wanted him to take a different major in college, but he pursue a different one. All the time, his parents keep nagging him about that. It is like a bell tolling every now and then. Let see how someone won't go crazy a bout it.
Keng's case is no different from anyone who is suffering from an untreated mental condition. And that is obvious. Mental illness is a broad subject. He could have been suffering from psychosis or multiple personality disorder. It is really too early to judge his action. And I will reiterate, his action towards Shin is unforgivable unless he suffered from a breakdown. Until more substantial events will happen, I will reserve my judgement on his character.
On a bit lighter side, I really with Yacht's character even from Love By Chance. He is the ultimate shipper. But this time around, that was overshadowed by his loyalty to his friend, Shin. And the ever supportive friend, Pramote.
Make it, the GMMTV will leave a legacy with this series.
Break it, let's justs say I don't want to talk about it.
For the story itself, how I wish that the gift of the students will improve. And find an answer to one loose end, Punn's demon, after appearing as a reflection.
What I am anticipating to impress me: Phuwin's acting. When he played Morn in "My Tee", I knew right then and there that he has a potential to become a great actor. Yes, his character there is bubbly and there are numerous scene where I could say that he improvised his acting. After seeing his character here, specifically in the stairs, which I find a mixture of Wave and Punn's characters. The aggressive, confrontational facial expression and the aura that he is emitting that he is going to be the Wave of his batch.
The Gifted: Graduation! (Season 2)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYoqWkK-ppI
Season 2!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYoqWkK-ppI
Dang! So far, with these 2 trailers, my heart is breaking!
https://youtu.be/3LFn3pjpYj8
I accidentally switched tab on my browser and my News Feed updated with this. Was watching Episode 1 of "The Effect"... Then search YouTube if there a version with Eng Sub. What do you know? It has!
What I observed in Trailer #2 is in "Reveal Spoiler"
1/5 https://tv.line.me/embed/10372516
2/5 https://tv.line.me/embed/10372518
3/5 https://tv.line.me/embed/10372520
4/5 https://tv.line.me/embed/10372522
5/5 https://tv.line.me/embed/10372524
Oh yeah! How I miss Yacht! That cheerful personality is so endearing.
Oat in the PJ!
That should have given you a fair warning that there will be scenes that are not for general, narrow-minded, holy than thou as if never sinned before viewers.
Right there and then, you should have stopped already. After all, real life isn't about all sunshine and rainbows, there are dark and rainy moments too.
Is this a breath of a fresh air? Not exactly "fresh" since it stinks on so many levels. But again, nice effort.
The story was rushed. It lacks a backgrounder other than a less then 5-minutes narration of events leading to the current situation. It could have been nice if they showed how the technology was discovered and spread all over the world to give it more depth what mankind is fighting, other than survival of course. It didn't give enough details about the alien except, one day they just appeared in the skies and started attacking cities. No origin story of the alien race.
At the start of the movie, you will have a feeling and expectations that this will be a hard-core sci-fi film but you will realize that it is more on the romance side rather the prior. The romance side is horrendous at best with few glances and entirely no connection and chemistry between them. Then there is another aspect of the movie that you think could be a savior: the friendship side. Like the romance side, it failed to develop to put more weight on the friendship among the four other than just living together.
In short, the story is all over the place and there is no core and identifying aspect of the film until the end which by the way sucks!
Interaction among the cast... from the romance side and the friendship side definitely shows no connection. Bland. Even the command structure of the "military".
The only redeeming factor of this movie is the effects. HOWEVER, there are some scenes that the FX is too obvious that it does not blend in that well. But it is a good start for Chinese filmmaker to catch up with the West when it comes to hardcore science fiction genre. Or should just stay in the fantasy fiction, martial arts/sword fighting theme, which they excel?
The only reason why I watched this is because of Shu Qi. Loved her since "So Close".
Now I'm off to watch "The Wandering Earth" which is another science fiction themed movie and shows promise.
https://youtu.be/ony3myHfUgM
You can see on the title of the YouTube video, "The Series" and in the video itself, on the upper left hand cornder "5 Years Later" and at the last part of the BTS of the OMV says "5 Years Later".
So I guess they merge the two together, orginally intended to be aired separately. Hence the delayed airing/release day. Wayufilm might have shot scenes that will include both the old and the new one.
The lady that holds the adult Pob cheek is Dew's wife. The cry says that the lady said something heartbreaking... "Dew is already dead". What will be more heartbreaking is Dew confessed to his wife that he will search of Pob and somewhere along the way, he met his demise. So far, there is no adult Dew in the trailed that has been released so far.
We all know how "Love of Siam" ended and for me, it is still the most heartbreaking one that tops even the newer ones like "My Bromance". Could this one topple it? We'll soon find out.