sarcastic comment bc I can't help it: 'They made this bc the regretted not casting Yang Yang in 'You are my hero', right?" lol. It's too similar XD But that aside, I really liked Xu Qin's character and her indecisiveness, being incapable to choose between her adoptive family and her love. That rang really authentic and I could emphasise with her very well. I think the way her character is written is truly what makes this series special. I had to get used to Wang Chu Ran, and it takes a while to understand that the way she portrais Xu Qin, is really plausible. I know most people are probably in it for Yang Yang, and he is great and portrays great character depth, but in this one, I actually think the series is carried by the unique characterisations and personal struggles rather than the love story or plot.
finished. naaahhh, not really. MAME does not own abusive relationships nor did she invent them. Sky's background story is nothing but a plot devise (and to be honest not a very good one. If people can't even take that much plot, they are better off watching cutie pie). MAME's MO (and what most people dislike about her writing) is that she writes imbalanced relationships for the main couple. But she didn't even do that here. Maybe she's becoming mainstream. Rain & Storm's story is so bland it just lives off of Payu's looks. And Sky's background story is just a harsher version of Pete's from Love by Chance, damaged by a past relationship and saved by a palladin. Nothing new here.
So sue me, I was excited to see another MAME adaptation. I am a fan of her brand of relationship depiction. I am at ep 4 now and a bit disappointed. This is not the toxic cruicible I was waiting for. So far it's tame and reminds me of a patchwork of what we've already seen in 2022: bikes and mechanics (not me) & doe-eyed puppy love (cutie pie). On top, it's not like MAME is famous for intricate plots, but this one is not as coherent as that of her other works. Boss was cast very well (very drool-worthy - the director obviousy also thought so, bc we see him in profile a LOT), but we have a bit too much 'in-your-face' obviousness in his character and he is a bit UBER: A-grade student, successful architect, co-owns an elite car workshop, where he is also the best mechanic, seems to not only work as a mechanic on illegal mafia bike races but also somehow is far enough up in the ranks to be responsible for organising them & always looks like he just came from a photo shoot. PULEASE.... I am just waiting to see him play the piano and we have modern prince charming bingo complete.
I just have one concern about Shi Zhen. She is supposed to be the accomplished, smart, independent female that young girls should aspire to - but she cannot hold a job for longer than a few months. Does this ring alarm bells with anybody else? What kind of unsteady life and personality is that? I know there are explanations for all of the 4 job switches she does over the course of 1(?) year... but seriously... there is is some underlying issue there.
Zee is quite possibly the only thing at the moment that makes this watchable. I have no idea what the point of…
Don't remind me of Saint. I am really trying to give New a chance, but I weep for the SaintZee chemistry we are missing out on. *sigh* New just can't keep up with waves of sex appeal radiating off of Zee. He's too ... shall we say 'marshmallow'? to pull off the double lifestyle convinvingly.
This is just OK for me. This ep was more enjoyable for me than last ep, but the characters are too unnatural for…
Zee is quite possibly the only thing at the moment that makes this watchable. I have no idea what the point of the NatMax couple is, or why their dynamic is like that. This feels too much like a fanfic written by a twelve year old and the directors decided to keep it that way. Plot? character depth? anyone? The premise is cute enough - it carries the series for very benevolent watchers (at least for a while) until you notice that if they couldn't find a better cliffhanger than Zee looking at you like he will eat you right up for 2 eps in a row, they really really really had nothing to say.
If they came clean then there wouldn't even be a story. Literally the web of lies is the only thing holding the…
After yesterday I thought: If you can't find a better cliffhanger 2 eps in a row than Zee looking at you like he will eat you right up, you really really really have nothing to say. *sigh* The premise is valid and cute enough, but please make it plausible.
I think maybe I had expectations for this that were too high, but I was disappointed. Except Zee's shower scene.There's…
True true. Usually, abs before ep 3 doesn't bode well for the plot. Seems that's true even if they are Zee's :( I did end up skip-watching a lot, as familiy history is not how you hook an audience. Most of your points are fact- especially where the behaviour of New is concered. The role *was* written for Saint, and I weep that this did not happen (he would have looked stunning on that Ducati). But I suppose New does his best despite having much less experience and I mean: Zee would have chemistry with a tree. I did think the production crew should have spared some of their budget to invest in a tripod for their camera though... some of that shaking made me dizzy ;)
Guys, that was really dumb - this is getting too silly. What was the point of testing Black if they were just…
You have a point. Although I must admit, it doesn't really bother me too much (personally). The day GMMTV makes a BL with a profound and well-structured plot will be the day I eat my hat (I will buy one just for the occasion) - so I never really expected them to have a completely coherent logic. I also agree with Asheazi.S. Nadoma - they are a very naive group in many ways. So I don't mind that their plans and some of their actions are stupidly whaky.
Holy cow, that was swoon-worthy. why are these eps so short? I loved the rushing wind as a sound effect when Yok catches Dan. That was really well done.
You really put your finger on the problem. After the iconic rooftop 'no', where did all the tension and desperation…
True! GmmTV is no LINE TV- lol. For sure replacing story by passion would have been just as wrong- I wouldn't mind if there is little skinship after ep 5 until later eps- but what we have now is this crass contrast which I don't buy at all. They just lost all the tension built up- Pran was so vunerable after the kiss, afraid to lose his friend and crush again, but they sort of just glossed over the potential of that dynamic-, the friendship with Wai- so important to Pran- was almost broken beyond repair and what happened? -Pat to the rescue-. There is so much potential in Pran's history and character and they just sort of ... let it pass by.
Honestly, they should step up their game at this point. It looks like pure fan service to me without much story.…
You really put your finger on the problem. After the iconic rooftop 'no', where did all the tension and desperation go? They made out like they were drowning and now it's all snuffels and cuddles? Since ep 6 the script has turned to a 'problem of the day' sort of episode style. There's not really a continous deep plot, which is sad because it had all this potential...! and I am going to voice an unpopular opinion: is Pat's whole character now to be this flawless boyfriend with no own drive or wants? Seriously, it's like prince charming's come to life. Please somebody burst this pink bubble- it is just off-putting. Having said all that, there are some great features in this series, which are novel and highly enjoyable. So of course, will watch to the end ;) Merry Christmas :)
Yes, I know the curtain-fall is the more dramatic and drama-worthy plotline, but I would have liked to see the character growth they have to go through that leads them to come out on their own volition...
I am sure many of you have already seen it while waiting for friday to arrive, but in case somebody missed the new coldties edit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTqg-ZFVXl0. I especially liked the edit of Pat's iconic rooftop 'no'. It was just in time for saint nikolas, for those of you who celebrate
I am actually quite impressed how Kiyoi never falls into the role of dominance. Okay, he's a bully - fact. But with the kind of devotion Hira shows him, he could be much more abusive of the power he holds. In facts he is rather gentle towards Hira. Shares of himself and reminds Hira not to overdo it. While Hira's devotion bordering on obsession is always open - Kiyoi is always aware. That is a very fragile balance they manage to portray here.
But that aside, I really liked Xu Qin's character and her indecisiveness, being incapable to choose between her adoptive family and her love. That rang really authentic and I could emphasise with her very well. I think the way her character is written is truly what makes this series special. I had to get used to Wang Chu Ran, and it takes a while to understand that the way she portrais Xu Qin, is really plausible.
I know most people are probably in it for Yang Yang, and he is great and portrays great character depth, but in this one, I actually think the series is carried by the unique characterisations and personal struggles rather than the love story or plot.
MAME's MO (and what most people dislike about her writing) is that she writes imbalanced relationships for the main couple. But she didn't even do that here. Maybe she's becoming mainstream. Rain & Storm's story is so bland it just lives off of Payu's looks. And Sky's background story is just a harsher version of Pete's from Love by Chance, damaged by a past relationship and saved by a palladin. Nothing new here.
So far it's tame and reminds me of a patchwork of what we've already seen in 2022: bikes and mechanics (not me) & doe-eyed puppy love (cutie pie). On top, it's not like MAME is famous for intricate plots, but this one is not as coherent as that of her other works.
Boss was cast very well (very drool-worthy - the director obviousy also thought so, bc we see him in profile a LOT),
but we have a bit too much 'in-your-face' obviousness in his character and he is a bit UBER: A-grade student, successful architect, co-owns an elite car workshop, where he is also the best mechanic, seems to not only work as a mechanic on illegal mafia bike races but also somehow is far enough up in the ranks to be responsible for organising them & always looks like he just came from a photo shoot. PULEASE.... I am just waiting to see him play the piano and we have modern prince charming bingo complete.
The premise is valid and cute enough, but please make it plausible.
I did think the production crew should have spared some of their budget to invest in a tripod for their camera though... some of that shaking made me dizzy ;)