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Ai is in love with Nhai. That's the story.
First of all, I'd like to repeat other criticisms by saying that if you're expecting a dramatic drama, you'd better look elsewhere. Although it has its moments, they are generally low risk or predictable from miles away. If you're looking for a series that focuses mainly on being in love, congradulations, you've found it!
That said, the series still suffers from a few major problems that can be off-putting:
> Plot holes - Nothing in this series, apart from the protagonists' relationship, seems to go all the way. I was left with questions like “Huh?”, “Who are we talking about?” or “When?” far too often.
> Character development (or lack) - I was hoping for more character development. Considering that the story only focuses on the protagonists, I'm left with a feeling of lack. I feel like we don't really get to know either of them.
> Inconsistencies - The script has a few inconsistencies. I think these are largely caused by the lack of development of the characters.
The series got off to a very strong start. When the first few minutes show Aiyuret, one of the protagonists, getting involved with a man whose name we don't know (and probably neither does he) before being forced to return to Thailand by his father after being expelled from university for physically assaulting another student, I was quite positively surprised. Unfortunately, this version is quickly erased and replaced the moment he meets the other protagonist, Nhai. Although, at first glance, it seems that Ai is only interested in Nhai for his “long legs and gorgeous face”, a short conversation is all it takes for Aiyuret to suddenly transform into a complete lover and pure heart who only has eyes for Nhai. The script later tries to explain his initial behavior, saying that he acted impulsively due to family problems. However, it doesn't clarify why two minutes is enough for all that impulsiveness to fade away, for a boy whose name he doesn't even know yet.
The protagonists' relationship initially presents us with a confused Nhai, afraid of how to deal with his growing feelings for Ai. As such, I was expecting to see moments of legitimate introspection and self-exploration from the character, which would build the security and trust he has in his boyfriend and their relationship by the end of the plot. However, it seems that the script skips this moment and Nhai accepts that he is Aiyuret's “wife” even before the middle of the series. An unnecessary speed for the screen time and number of episodes. This aspect makes me more disappointed because I liked the fact that it was Nhai who took the first step, and I thought that his journey would be highlighted for this very reason - which would also have made for a good story.
Overall, I feel that the author had some good ideas, but avoided going ahead with all those that could make the series more interesting. One wonders if he thought it would be too daring or if he wanted to make a slice-of-life. But even if that was the intention, it lacks consistency and plot. It's like a first story. The author loves (!) his (!) characters, so he doesn't want to hurt them. Unfortunately, for a product that is supposed to appeal to an audience that will remember the story over time, that's not enough! In view of all this, and despite the fact that Ai and Nhai are a cute couple with a likable group, 12 episodes is a complete hallucination. Perhaps if there were fewer, things would be better (or at least more excusable).
That said, the series still suffers from a few major problems that can be off-putting:
> Plot holes - Nothing in this series, apart from the protagonists' relationship, seems to go all the way. I was left with questions like “Huh?”, “Who are we talking about?” or “When?” far too often.
> Character development (or lack) - I was hoping for more character development. Considering that the story only focuses on the protagonists, I'm left with a feeling of lack. I feel like we don't really get to know either of them.
> Inconsistencies - The script has a few inconsistencies. I think these are largely caused by the lack of development of the characters.
The series got off to a very strong start. When the first few minutes show Aiyuret, one of the protagonists, getting involved with a man whose name we don't know (and probably neither does he) before being forced to return to Thailand by his father after being expelled from university for physically assaulting another student, I was quite positively surprised. Unfortunately, this version is quickly erased and replaced the moment he meets the other protagonist, Nhai. Although, at first glance, it seems that Ai is only interested in Nhai for his “long legs and gorgeous face”, a short conversation is all it takes for Aiyuret to suddenly transform into a complete lover and pure heart who only has eyes for Nhai. The script later tries to explain his initial behavior, saying that he acted impulsively due to family problems. However, it doesn't clarify why two minutes is enough for all that impulsiveness to fade away, for a boy whose name he doesn't even know yet.
The protagonists' relationship initially presents us with a confused Nhai, afraid of how to deal with his growing feelings for Ai. As such, I was expecting to see moments of legitimate introspection and self-exploration from the character, which would build the security and trust he has in his boyfriend and their relationship by the end of the plot. However, it seems that the script skips this moment and Nhai accepts that he is Aiyuret's “wife” even before the middle of the series. An unnecessary speed for the screen time and number of episodes. This aspect makes me more disappointed because I liked the fact that it was Nhai who took the first step, and I thought that his journey would be highlighted for this very reason - which would also have made for a good story.
Overall, I feel that the author had some good ideas, but avoided going ahead with all those that could make the series more interesting. One wonders if he thought it would be too daring or if he wanted to make a slice-of-life. But even if that was the intention, it lacks consistency and plot. It's like a first story. The author loves (!) his (!) characters, so he doesn't want to hurt them. Unfortunately, for a product that is supposed to appeal to an audience that will remember the story over time, that's not enough! In view of all this, and despite the fact that Ai and Nhai are a cute couple with a likable group, 12 episodes is a complete hallucination. Perhaps if there were fewer, things would be better (or at least more excusable).
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