JohnGotti

All good points! And you're right about the series showing some positive aspects of LGBTQ+ issues. It's just sad that the "subs" were so bad it causes distractions from the story.

I do see what you mean, and I agree!!

Unfortunately, a lot of posters seem to want that to happen. I hope they don't get their wish. A relationship born out of sexual assault (rape) is sooooo wrong on many levels, even in BL. IMO, if they're going to pair them like this, at least let No get some well deserved justice and Kla get some well deserved punishment. Then, maybe there could be some forgiveness and then possibly a relationship.

Interesting take on the novel. I kind of had similar thoughts when I read it. But, you have to take Thai translated novels with a "little grain of salt." Thai, like many of the southeast Asia cultures, doesn't easily translate the "total meaning" of what is said into English (especially Western English).

Again, I will not comment on ep. 9. Because, this ep. follows the novel fairly closely; and, I didn't particularly care for the novel. At times, the characters in the novel seemed one dimensional (I guess due to Mame's writing ability or inability, whichever it is). But, IMO, LBC1's version of Mame's novel seemed to bring the characters and storyline to life. Then we have ACTL (LBC2), which had promise. But, instead of this version capitalizing on the spark (and problems) that actually made LBC1 enjoyable, the series did a "do-over" and went in the direction of just paralleling the novel. This probably would have been just fine, IF THEY HAD DONE THAT IN SEASON 1, instead of raising our hopes! lmao

I kind of understand some of the negative posts here. The series did take way too many episodes to tell us the "back story" between Pai and Itt. Now, there's only 5 episodes left for them to resolve the story line(s). Remember, there's also Waan's and Pure's storyline as well that needs resolution (unless the producers are already planning MGYG 2)...lol

Yeah, it's silly at times, definitely campy (similar to some of the campy Thai BLs), and definitely more of a BL rom-com vs a BL drama. But, it really does have its cute, humorous and feel good moments. So check it out, IF you want. IF not, that's ok too. LoL

That's it!!!! Thanks!

OMG! We ARE so on the same page! I also don't care for the Tum/Tar story, as well as the Kla/No stuff creeping me out as well. Unfortunately, the rapist/victim frenemies to lovers is NOT a new concept. However, if you're going to put that mess in the series, at least use it as a teachable moment -- let No get a some retribution for his "injury," and let Kla receive some consequences for his "grievance." THEN, after that, maybe a situation leading to some forgiveness, possibly leading to something more. I still don't like it -- but, at least I could accept that a little better. But, I tend to forget that Thai culture is a very distinct culture.

I'm enjoying Tin/Can in LBC2 as well (although I still like their first version a little better!) lmao!

My thoughts exactly! Where is the artistic license?? FYI, another reason scriptwriters need to have at least some artistic license is because much will go on in the novel that either can't, doesn't, or won't come across the same onscreen. In a novel, you can use (and are often times are supposed to use) your imagination to fill in the blanks. Onscreen, you have to show what's going on or at least explain what's going on through the characters' dialogue.

I'm not sure about MAME. I've heard the name and read (second hand) some of her reported views, and to answer your question -- I'm not sure she has THAT much creative control over the production. But, if they do continue to follow the novel this much, Pete will be back (as well as Trump). Unless they're going to recast Pete OR make that story a LBC3??

Well, well, well! I'm not really going to comment on this ep. 8. Because, although I don't really like this storyline, it does, however, really follow the novel. So, I guess I can't really dislike it for that reason. I'll just say it at least follows the novel!

Oh! Ok! I misunderstood your post. My apologies...

You're correct. I totally agree. Many of the criticisms are legitimate, the editing, dragged out scenes, timing, etc. However, we all can still choose to enjoy the series (or at least some of it), even with the criticisms. Right?

Once again, two minds that are in sync!! I got a little teary-eyed at Ace's party too....

I don't think so. There was a BL a few years back in which the characters did get "married" and then one of the characters died very soon after. I wish I could remember the name though.

There are many criticisms of this show, which may or may not be justified. But some shows are just meant to be enjoyed, not necessarily analyzed, discerned, methodically detailed, or examined for ultimate correctness. Sometimes, a show is just for a little humor, laugh and entertainment. I totally agree that this series is "campy," a little "off-beat," and possibly somewhat politically incorrect at times. But, it does have some "heart," and an occasional "feel good" moment. Therefore, I suggest that we watch it and try to enjoy it OR not watch it and move on to the next BL. P.S. The song at the end of the ep. (played also during the love scene) is absolutely beautiful...

LMAO! 555! LOL!

I forgot the flashbacks! 555555, as the Thai folks do.

Wow! Interesting as usual. I totally agree with your assessment of the Tin and Can's characters. I also agree that theirs is a very complex relationship. I don't recall Can punching Tin in LBC2? Which ep. was that? I missed it. I do recall the punch(es) from LBC1 and I liked that about Can -- although he's naive, he showed that he wasn't "afraid" to defend his friends and his perspective of loyalty. I'm not so sure that dynamic of Can's character is really reflected in LBC2. Who says you can't be child-like, naive, and yet still be brave enough to stand up for your principles. However, I'll defer to you Synchonicity -- IMO, your assessment of the Tin/Can relationship is pretty on target. I just hope that you are also right regarding the treatment of the "rest of the story" by the writers and director. I also hope they don't follow the novel "too much."

LMAO!!!!!!