I wish I could watch Moonlight Chicken for the first time. From the acting to the ost to the production and plot were all just mesmerizing. Each couple has their own personal and internal struggles, yet they are all connected in some form or fashion. Moonlight Chicken graciously explores the theme of family and love, tackling issues such as falling out of love and first loves. It raises the daring question "Is it okay to pursue someone after a long term committed relationship". Gemini's performance here was breath taking and the scenes where he signed and there were no subtitles were just beautiful. Mix and Earth both did an amazing job. They made you feel and sympathize with both perspectives of the main conflict. Unlike a lot of mainstream Thai BL's, the miscommunication troupe was finally put to rest which is surprising given its GMMTV. The level of maturity in each character, especially in Heart and Liming, was refreshing to see.
In regards to Earth and Mix, again, their acting here was impeccable. From across the screen, it was easy to feel the raw tension as well as Wen's desperate desire for Jim in a way that is not riddled with toxicity and inappropriateness. Through this pair, the issue of familial homophobia is brough to light thanks to (not really) Jim's family. It is here we witness the birth of Jim's craving for a successful loving relationship, which happens despite all the negatively he faces from not only his family but the general public as well. The failing of this relationship serves as the catalyst for Jim locking himself away from opening his heart to another man again. This compounded with the burden of poverty and a failing business builds the narrative for Jim's character throughout the series. Wen on the other hand, may not be as complex as Jim but he still has his own internal struggles. His reluctance to take the initive and move out of the shared condo with his ex despite them being broken up for quite some time shows his unwillinesses to move on, which later down the series, is due to fear of not having a safety net to fall back on to.
Gemini and Fourth both did an amazing job that I refuse to speak on it, you must watch it for yourself. Their performance was better than some seniors who have been in this industry for twice as long as them.
Khaotung's performance, both acting and singing proves to show just how multitalented he is. His character is jam packed with nothing but good intentions and emotions.
In regards to Earth and Mix, again, their acting here was impeccable. From across the screen, it was easy to feel the raw tension as well as Wen's desperate desire for Jim in a way that is not riddled with toxicity and inappropriateness. Through this pair, the issue of familial homophobia is brough to light thanks to (not really) Jim's family. It is here we witness the birth of Jim's craving for a successful loving relationship, which happens despite all the negatively he faces from not only his family but the general public as well. The failing of this relationship serves as the catalyst for Jim locking himself away from opening his heart to another man again. This compounded with the burden of poverty and a failing business builds the narrative for Jim's character throughout the series. Wen on the other hand, may not be as complex as Jim but he still has his own internal struggles. His reluctance to take the initive and move out of the shared condo with his ex despite them being broken up for quite some time shows his unwillinesses to move on, which later down the series, is due to fear of not having a safety net to fall back on to.
Gemini and Fourth both did an amazing job that I refuse to speak on it, you must watch it for yourself. Their performance was better than some seniors who have been in this industry for twice as long as them.
Khaotung's performance, both acting and singing proves to show just how multitalented he is. His character is jam packed with nothing but good intentions and emotions.
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