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The references to the original are totally obvious, even if it's a very liberal adaptation. A alternative universe is a fan production, that's different.

Yes I agree, the references to the original are totally obvious even if it's a very liberal adaptation.

From the first two episodes, this is promising. I didn't expected it to be this kind of thriller drama. It's a very interesting adaptation of "Little Women". I was fed up with Kim Go Eun because of her Yu Mi character haha, but this In Joo, despite her flaws, his much more likeable. Nam Ji Hyun's character is interesting, quite atypical. I look forward to Wi Ha Joon's performance too.

That's interesting, and intriguing. I personally don't care about the ratings to watch something because, especially here, the panel is not representative for me, so I don't pay attention to it. But for people that use that to determine their choices it's a pity.

Didn't knew that "Unforgotten Night" and "Check out" were in a competition for the most ridiculous Thai BL of all time. I'm really not sure which one will win. Let's see next week.

Well, all Pornographer parts are so good, it's not comparable. And it's a real men romance, not a BL, so it's quite different too. There are far less teenage girls watching this kind of shows, so of course the comment sections are different too. ^^

After reading your comment I checked Japanese BLs ratings out of curiosity and I was surprised because it's true that it's actually quite low. I personally think Japanese are the best at this genre, with the more unique plots and very good seasoned or rookie actors for the main couple and support characters. So I think it's probably because being the home of BL, and many people knowing yaoi mangas, the drama adaptations are often "weak" in comparison. Their acting is top notch and the production always very good, but the stories development is often too slow, and between the uncommon romances, characters and the very soft and pure interactions between characters, many of the viewers here must feel frustrated, more than really disliking the dramas, thus the low ratings.

It's getting annoying by episode 3 for me. Shun is boiling with desire for Taichi but when he is said to his face "I like you", not even a slight smirk is visible on his face, nothing moving. His emotionless face in every situation is unrealistic. They need to move on a bit with Japanese BL and their extremely pure (but actually boring) interactions. Yes, it's a BL, not a men romance and they will not straight get laid, but when you read yaoi mangas, they are more explicit, in general, than what they do with dramas.

I agree with you, that's indeed a plot hole in this story, and that's why I didn't give it a 9 or 10 stars.

The poster with the queen and one of the princes under the rain looks much better than the one chosen for illustration (even though it's a nice one too).

GagaOOLala (with a subscription).

Ah finally with episode 10 things are moving forward. Not sure what to think of the show anymore though. I think it will depend on the last two episodes.

Well, personally I couldn't do the same in this situation. Of course the circumstances are particular in the movie, with the police behaviour, but still, framing a friend to save my life because he is unconscious and might never wake up and die would be too much to handle for me. As the ending of the movie might or might not suggest it, you have to live forever with the truth and the guilt. And in the end, the other's person name and reputation are tarnish so it's too dishonourable to act this way and live this way. Of course, not everyone would think the same.
I really didn't expected this movie to take this way and it was a nice surprise because I don't think there is just one good answer to this kind of dilemma and that's why this kind of movies are so good. It's more than just entertaining. It makes you think and debate about philosophy and morality.

Just a fresh reminder:
"Soompi: What are the most important factors that you take into consideration when accepting an acting project?
Ji Chang Wook: These days, I think about whether this is a story that I really want to tell people as an actor and as the person Ji Chang Wook. I consider whether it is a project that I can enjoy working on when on set."

I understand you and I totally support your freedom of speech. Unfortunately, too often on this website (but it's the same everywhere nowadays) people just fight stupidity or deny others comments without being able to debate, respecting others opinions.

They explained together what happened after the show and yes, to summarise, Chang Min had real interest and feelings for Jeong Hyun but he felt like he didn't had time to properly date the way he sees it and Jeong Hyun felt confused and hurt, like he didn't care for him, so in the end nothing happened. If I understood correctly, until the show was aired and they reconnect, they weren't in contact anymore for some time.

Still going strong ? Don't know what was written in the comments but they officially announced that they didn't dated after the show and the reasons why. And they are not dating now either, but they seem to be good friends.

The production is a bit sloppy as some moments and the acting not always the best for me, but the story is interesting and the actors combinations for the characters look nice. I look forward to the next episodes.

Well, you can have your own opinion regarding the adult/minor relationship thing, but please learn the meaning of the words you use before, because there is nothing referring to pedophilia in that drama and nobody liking this drama here is defending pedophilia.

Your "prude" comment is actually funny considering your profile picture and all the potential implications behind it.