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Disappointing.
I guess I had high expectations for this series, the original Cherry Magic is one of my favorites. The first few episodes aren't bad, and I had hope. Sadly, I was disappointed. The acting was not terrible, but not great. The acting and plot was just a little exaggerated and cheesy. There seemed to be a lot of filler plots and scenes. Like what was the random "no office dating" drama thrown in? It got dismissed almost immediately and served no real purpose. Or the employees of the new branch running away to play soccer, what did that sub plot do? Nothing I can think of.They took away the asexual character and made a third pair that was not needed. I actually think that was what made me the most frustrated. I loved that in the original. And I hoped all the way until the end that maybe Pai would say to Rock that she just wasn't interested in another relationship. But no. Also, the whole last episode seemed very rushed, suddenly we're at a wedding? Honestly, the more I think about it, the less I like it.
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Giving up.
Wow, what a terrible show, in every possible way. Sorn is obsessive and abusive, and by episode 10 shows no sign of changing. He just chases Jun around, ignoring the fact that Jun has literally gone into hiding to avoid him. Jun changed his internship, moved out, blocked him, and still Sorn finds him. If this was a normal show, Jun would have gotten a restraining order against Sorn. I kept watching because I thought maybe Sorn would learn something, change for the better. But no. He just does the same things over and over. He's never even said WHY he likes Jun. There's zero connection other than the forced sex scenes, which mostly Jun seems to not even want.It's not hot to be stalked. It's not okay when someone grabs you when you don't want it. Not even in a made up show.
Plus the acting is just not it. When Sorn is supposed to look upset he just moves his eyes around. Once you notice it you won't be able to unsee it. And they had to have a fem boy as comic relief. I thought BLs were past using this old trope. What a train wreck.
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It's okay.
For the most part I liked it. It's an easy watch, just silly and not that deep. It's a little long, towards the end it seemed cluttered, like they felt they had to shove all the storylines together. In the future if they do a show with many plots/couples, they need to make different music for each one. I got so tired of the music after 24 episodes. They played it super loud during intimate scenes to the point that I had to mute it.But on the whole I don't think it's that bad. It's funny, I just came from a show that's currently airing that's a hundred times worse than this show, and everyone over there will defend it to the death. The reviews here are a lot more moderate and reasonable. If you're looking for a light show that's easy to watch, give this a try.
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Just dumb.
I have to drop this. I tried so hard to like it, but urg. Teerak is such an idiot. He just stands around and blinks. He tried to hold hands like arm wrestling. Literally holding hands is something little kids do, it's not a learned skill. He was about to stab some cabbage. Has he never even seen anyone hold a knife before? I get that some shows are over the top, but it's too much for me.Was this review helpful to you?
A moral dilemma drama
This is a show about two people with strong values, trying to do the right thing. If you're reading this review before watching, just know that it's a very good show, that happens to have two men with feelings for each other. The focus on romance is just one aspect, not really the focus. It's quite serious, though there's small moments of humor and happiness, which I believe add more dimension. Without the moments of peace and joy, the characters would have been very flat. It is on the slow side, but I didn't find the pacing to drag. Eight episodes was perfect, imo. It told the story without any unnecessary side plots. If you're in the mood for something to make you think, give Spare Me Your Mercy a try.Was this review helpful to you?
Unexpected!
Okay, the first few episodes were a little rough, I won't lie. There's some questionable bits, and I don't blame anyone for being critical of it. For some reason I was able to move past it and then after a couple episodes it's never an issue again. Anyway, other than that, I only have positive things to say. The parent's plot lines, for both leads, were really good. I can't remember the last time a BL got me in the heartstrings like that. Even though it's silly at times, the character development felt real. Their relationship seemed real. Their struggles and decisions, both good and bad, seemed real.Anyway, I'd say give it a try. I laughed and cried and was frustrated (in a good way.) The is random, but the ex reminded me of San from Ateez. In looks only!
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