They didn't bring anything to My Tee but where there's life, there's hope, and a miracle can happen lol
I totally agree with Synchonicity about Frank and Drake's Our Skyy episode! In my opinion, that's what a true romcom should be. And, there were almost NO typical tropes or stereotypes in it either.
I'm not so sure. I think that the director and producers may have thrown in a few twists to Tine's character than…
True... But, I'm still trying to get it around in MY head, why Tine is "teasing" Sarawat?? Think back to the discussions they had in Ep. 2 and Ep. 3 about "how to flirt" etc. , as well as how comfortable Tine was in Sarawat's room, even to the point of laying on his bed and "snuggling" up close to him while he played the song from Scrubb.
Actually, I like Saint's character of Tutor better than his character in either LBC or Reminders. His character seems so much stronger, confident, and crafty. Also, he's not as wimpy. He can be sly, sneaky or sexy, as he needs to be. A much better role , I think, than he had in LBC.
I felt Sarawat's heart crushing when Tine confessed he asked him to sing Everyday just to hit on Prae, poor Sarawat,…
I'm not so sure. I think that the director and producers may have thrown in a few twists to Tine's character than was in the book. I think Tine may not be as clueless as we are led to believe. He may be playing the same game on Sarawat. For instance, in Ep. 3, why would Tine ask Sarawat if he "could choose between him and a soap opera," and Ep. 4, Tine "offering to allow Sarawat to touch his boobs" in exchange for some snacks. Why would a guy say these things to another guy, even in jest??? Hmmmm!! Finally, why would Tine accept the "key" to the room of someone he's known only a very a short while and having only been to his room one time before!!! Double hmmmm!
I just want to say that I think Sotus S and Sotus set the standard for a really good BL drama. Neither series focused on all of the negative stereotypes and tropes typically seen in many other BL dramas. The story focused on two people trying and showing their love for one another in a society that is not always accepting. There were no overly intimate scenes thrown in to titillate the audience. Most of all, the show gave hope that two people who truly love and care for one another can weather any storm and be happy for as long as want. Although it doesn't have as high review rating as some other BL's, it's still the best in my opinon.
I really liked Ep. 8! It had all the makings a typical "feel good" romcom! No heavy drama this episode, as well as, some light-hearted "romantic" fun between Sarawat and Tine. It was really cool to see how Sarawat was trying (but not being too obvious) to confess his strong feelings for Tine -- and Tine still not yet getting it (but kind of getting it)! It was great! We need more of this! LMAO!
In the novel Sarawat is the top. They never switch, he is quite forceful and possessive/jealous about everything…
Yeah, and unfortunately, that's the commonality of all of these BL novels. Why do these writers think you can't have a good story without all of the stereotypes??? Or is it cultural? I'm not really sure?
I've read some of the novel and seen the spoilers that have been posted. Unfortunately for me, it has made me turn sour on a series that was just starting to get really, really good. Although it would appear that many of the values, beliefs, tropes, and stereotypes found in these BL novels (turned into series) was or will become present in this series, it still doesn't prevent the directors, producers, and production companies from taking the story from the novel and turning it into a program that can be a quality product. Instead, they (the directors, producers, production companies) continue to promulgate those same old tropes, stereotypes and behaviors that continue to negatively impact society's image of individuals in the LGBTQ+ community.
For example, in nearly all of the novels turned into series (at least those I have read), there continues to be this unhealthy desire to equate "rape" and sexual violence with "love"; the characters constantly fall into the categories of the dominant "seme" versus the submissive "uke." And in many (if not nearly all of the series), the "seme" is the character that either knows or believes that he is gay, and the "uke" is the character who either has a girlfriend or claims to like girls, and does not initially identify as being gay. However, when the character does realize he's gay (or likes boys), he's almost always the character who takes on the "wifey" or the "bottom" role in the new relationship. This is in readily apparent in the novels and series of TharnType, TWM #2, Addicted, Making It Right, and 2Moons2 to name just a few. Now, this brings me to 2gether the Series.
In the novel, all the things that Sarawat does to Tine is NOT cool! How can have a crush or love someone and do these things to them??? Read the novel or the posted Spoiler Reveals to find out what he does. Again, it's this idea of equating love with sexual control , violence, or humiliation. And again, why always that "wifey"/"hubby" role issue being thrown in there. Although this may be the case in some, if not quite a few, LGBTQ+ relationships. But this certainly not the norm or even the majority (as gay relationships are as varied and hetero relationships when it comes to the relationship roles). All of the before mentioned BL series (and many others) I have liked (some more than others like all of you). But, for me, the moment I discovered the old tropism, stereotypical characterizations, I immediately put this series in my "here we go again category," with the possible hope it will be just a bit different than what is in the novel.
As with other posts, I totally agree that the quality of the acting, the camera visualizations, scene locations, and music have all improved dramatically over the the past few years. But, sadly, even with all of these improvements, the story lines still go back to age-old thoughts and beliefs about gay characters and gay relationships. I realize that many of these series are designed to cater to the many screaming young female fans, many who are straight and probably deep into the BL craze, which still amazes me to this day??? These young females sell out the fan conventions, and make these BL stars known throughout Asian and the rest of the world. But, sadly, it often times does not bode well for the gay community, which is still having difficulty being completely accepted to many societies throughout Asia. On a brighter note, it does appear to be getting better for the gay community, at least in Thailand, Taiwan, and Japan.
So, I'm not really sure I'm looking forward to rest of this series, knowing what I now know. All I can say is this, "I strongly hope that this series is NOT exactly like the novel."
P.S. Please don't hate me. This is just one guy's opinion. Thanks.
For example, in nearly all of the novels turned into series (at least those I have read), there continues to be this unhealthy desire to equate "rape" and sexual violence with "love"; the characters constantly fall into the categories of the dominant "seme" versus the submissive "uke." And in many (if not nearly all of the series), the "seme" is the character that either knows or believes that he is gay, and the "uke" is the character who either has a girlfriend or claims to like girls, and does not initially identify as being gay. However, when the character does realize he's gay (or likes boys), he's almost always the character who takes on the "wifey" or the "bottom" role in the new relationship. This is in readily apparent in the novels and series of TharnType, TWM #2, Addicted, Making It Right, and 2Moons2 to name just a few. Now, this brings me to 2gether the Series.
In the novel, all the things that Sarawat does to Tine is NOT cool! How can have a crush or love someone and do these things to them??? Read the novel or the posted Spoiler Reveals to find out what he does. Again, it's this idea of equating love with sexual control , violence, or humiliation. And again, why always that "wifey"/"hubby" role issue being thrown in there. Although this may be the case in some, if not quite a few, LGBTQ+ relationships. But this certainly not the norm or even the majority (as gay relationships are as varied and hetero relationships when it comes to the relationship roles). All of the before mentioned BL series (and many others) I have liked (some more than others like all of you). But, for me, the moment I discovered the old tropism, stereotypical characterizations, I immediately put this series in my "here we go again category," with the possible hope it will be just a bit different than what is in the novel.
As with other posts, I totally agree that the quality of the acting, the camera visualizations, scene locations, and music have all improved dramatically over the the past few years. But, sadly, even with all of these improvements, the story lines still go back to age-old thoughts and beliefs about gay characters and gay relationships. I realize that many of these series are designed to cater to the many screaming young female fans, many who are straight and probably deep into the BL craze, which still amazes me to this day??? These young females sell out the fan conventions, and make these BL stars known throughout Asian and the rest of the world. But, sadly, it often times does not bode well for the gay community, which is still having difficulty being completely accepted to many societies throughout Asia. On a brighter note, it does appear to be getting better for the gay community, at least in Thailand, Taiwan, and Japan.
So, I'm not really sure I'm looking forward to rest of this series, knowing what I now know. All I can say is this, "I strongly hope that this series is NOT exactly like the novel."
P.S. Please don't hate me. This is just one guy's opinion. Thanks.