JohnGotti

Agreed and good points.

Agreed!

I really don't like the characters of Hope (Pee) and Save (Ne). I get it that the plot is trying to make them "seem" to actually be a "good" couple, when actually they're both a piece of sh*t. They'll harm, backstab, or rat on anyone for their own sakes. There's nothing redeemable in either of them. But as BLs go, these two will be able to do all kinds of sh*t to everyone and STILL be forgiven in the end. What a crock of crap!!

Well, the screenwriters were all female (no big surprise there) and probably never even gave it a thought that not all gay male couples mimic straight couples when it comes to "who does what in bed." I really do think that these screenwriters, producers and directors forget that BOTH individuals have penises and might actually want to use them once in awhile. LOL!

Really! Thanks!

LMFAO!!!

In all of their series, why does Tutor always have to be the top and Yim be the bottom? What? They can't switch it up every now and then??? Those Thai tropes and stereotypes at work yet again. Oh well, maybe they'll switch it up in their next series. LMFAO!

After today's ep, this series' plot is getting messier and messier. It literally makes no sense. I guess it's just a mindless plot with good looking actors and absolutely nothing else. Well, I've seen enough eye candy. I'm dropping at this point and might binge it later on.

Although I know that some folks actually didn't have a problem with the rape scenario between step-brothers, and some folks were even very ok with it. That part of the plot took away what made the HIStory series (up to that point) kind of different and special among BLs. Yes, the HIStory series had toxicity and bad behavior, but the series had never crossed "that" line and I think that this series suffered for it.

Curious? Is Charles (Neil) actually singing or lip-sinking? I couldn't really tell. Now, Reese seemed like he was actually singing. Anyone know for sure?

If he was, he has a pretty good singing voice.

IMO, this was obviously the best ep of the series.

This series is just so messy! I'm NOT sure what to make of it! Your besties telling people you're hiding from, where you're hiding out! Pat needs to cut those besties to the curve. That's just so wrong!

I hear ya. But, this didn't answer the question of "why."

You do have a point. Thanks

I know this series is just another boss/employee fantasy. Yeah, every boss is a d*ckhead who wants to screw his secretary. Yeah, the secretary is screwed once and is now in love with the d*ckhead boss. They play the silly cat and mouse game. And of course, the boss is a top and the secretary is a bottom. These plots are becoming so common in BLs. It's not new. What I don't get is this. "With as many times we've this type of plot play out, why do we still like it???"

Oh, I understand now. Stay With Me/Stand by Me was actually really good. It actually went beyond the "bromance," but just shy of being a true BL. It was obvious it was censored, but you could tell that they (producers) were definitely pushing the envelope.

I totally agree with comment regarding LGBTQ+ characters and stories, especially in China. However, it is my understanding that things are beginning to improve in China. With 1.5 billion people, it is safe to presume that at least 5-10% of those individuals (and quite possibly more) are members of the LGBTQ+ community.

I actually liked Advanced Bravely. As good as I thought it was, it too was watered down considerably compared to the novel, especially Jason X (Yuang Zong). LOL! Totally agree with the toxicity of Bai Luoyin and Gu Hai. The books were brutally graphic!!!

But, IMO, as many have reported, the reason for Advance Bravely and especially Addicted (Heroin) being so disfavored in China was most liklely due to the novels' portrayal of the Chinese Military and political structure. Many felt, and do I, had the novels not been so "down" on the military or the government, there might not have been such a crack down on those series.

Really!? If you're talking about the series with Singto, I remember it. I didn't realize that was him. Good catch!

Interesting analysis! I, too would be curious to see how they handle it. I'm a little bit confused? Did you think this Thai version was "uncensored" or did I misread your comment? This version, IMO, varied greatly from both the first two adaptations, as well as the novel. But, in all fairness, the first two versions also varied from the novel, although probably not as much. Since the first version (the series) basically stopped just after the girlfriend's entrance, and Stand by Me was watered down to a "bromance" vs a true BL.

However, the second version, Stand By Me, like this version, kind of introduced other factors into the story not in the first series (Addicted) -- with the story of Stand by Me going up to the car crash, and Addicted Heroin going to the beach scene. So, it would seemed each version really didn't do the novel justice, IMO. But, I strongly agree with you on the age and maturity level of the actors (Mac) for such a mature-intended role.

I personally would've like to have seen the original cast of Addicted have a season 2 and at least finish the story in Book 1.

I'm wondering if Mac's (Poppy) listed age is accurate? If his MDL profile is accurate, he's had quite a few years of acting experience, surpassing all the younger cast members with the exception of August. It would not the first time an actor's info isn't completely accurate on MDL. Hmm!

This series is great. But, I hope it doesn't get bogged down with too many contrived "missions" by Jack and Joker whereby they are forced to steal things or save each other from danger just to get caught or found out again. That would get pretty old after 12 eps. LMFAO!