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its simple, but cute

I watched It because i was a bit bored, but It surprised me, i liked It more than i had expected.
i loved it, there was no conflict between friends or other characters.
I loved how the other curly girlie helped the fl and told her about the place where she went to straigthen her hair, all her Friends helped her in all the things to confess to the boy she had a Crush on, and he was a nice boy too and respected her.

All the charaters are green flags, It is a cute romance, and it gave us the reason that you dont need to change anything about you so others can love you. It is a simple movie, but the meaning is touching.

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The Movie for Engineering Enthusiasts

This is one of the best movies I have ever watched from the perspective of an engineer. Several times in my life, I have had to do detailed cost estimates and I can well empathise with what the protagonist was doing. So, I am biased in my review. The use of differential calculus and shear force estimates is simply exciting to me. However, even otherwise, this is a tight, tense, gripping movie that builds suspense and has twists and turns. The premise is very different from the usual. Tropes are not adhered to. The performances are all superb. This is not a typical war movie and is closer to anti-war. Do not expect much action beyond the opening scenes either because this movie is about intrigue and the adrenaline is released differently. Ultimately, people who like drama and argumentation as well as engineering will relish this. Also, a special shoutout to the OST: I like Hans Zimmer and Trevor Jones and some pieces from this movie will certainly form part of my long-term instrumental collection.

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missing a spark

Have to preface that I don’t think my standards were set incredibly high coming into this — when you watch this type of romcom youth movie you pretty much know what you’re going to get, plot-wise. A movie like this is elevated on the strength of its cast.

That’s where this movie misses the mark. I just don’t feel like I was given enough to fall in love with these characters. I think the male lead was miscast and I didn’t feel chemistry between him and the female lead. The other love interest character was barely in it, and because of that it didn’t really make an impact when the FL chose the ML over him. It just felt like “okay yeah, duh.” This applies to the entire movie; the emotional gravitas was missing, or the “spark”.

A strength was the FL’s group of friends — I loved how they were always so supportive of her.

I liked that the FL was able to realise on her own that the ML always liked her for who she was, but the problem was after that realisation I felt like the movie was just floundering. The forced “ML had to leave” and “she tells him to go even though she loves him” but they meet again 1-2 years later in college story thread really didn’t need to be included. It felt tired and not well-paced.

Dunno what was the point of having the character of FL’s fraternal twin sister. She had like one line. I thought she would play a role in the story; you have a pair of fraternal twin sisters but one is prettier (this isn’t true ofc but ykwim) and achieves better grades, and there’s just no conflict arising from that?

Overall I think there’s way better 2000s nostalgia-bait youth romance movies. I think others did it better and this one just feels like a pale imitation, to be honest.

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Bront!!!!

I think this is actually the first Thai movie I’ve seen that leans so heavily into Muslim culture and traditions, and it really stood out. The setting in Thailand’s deep south already feels different from the usual Thai horror vibes, and it gives the story a unique flavor. Also, can we talk about Bront Palarae speaking Thai? Absolute charm overload. Didn’t know I needed that in my life until now. 😂

The film mixes horror, folklore, and religious elements in a way that feels both refreshing and intriguing. It’s not exactly the scariest horror movie out there, but the eerie atmosphere and cultural depth definitely make it worth watching. The father–daughter storyline adds a softer emotional layer, even if it could’ve been developed more. Overall, it’s the kind of film that feels more like an exploration of belief, history, and tradition rather than just jump scares. Not perfect, but I really appreciate how different it is from the usual Thai horror—and for that alone, I’d say it’s worth checking out.

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The same formula all over again ?

The movie starts off decent with a cool zombie survival vibe, some good ideas like the hospital containment, and a few convincing fight scenes, but it quickly turns into something silly and hard to take seriously. The second half is full of unrealistic moments, like the main character surviving gunshots, explosions, a collapsing building, and fighting off hordes of zombies without real injury, while also making dumb choices, like slow-walking to a helicopter instead of running. The acting is weak, scenes are dragged out, and the story becomes predictable and frustrating. It ends up being more funny than scary, with wasted potential despite an interesting start.

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Warm Body Meet Fido in Korean Version

To be honest, I’m usually not into drama (unless it’s BL, lol), so when I walked into the cinema I was expecting something closer to Train to Busan with a mix of Warm Bodies and maybe a sprinkle of Fido. Basically, I was ready for chaos, action, and some comedy, not a tear-jerking family drama disguised as a zombie flick. And let me tell you, I was not emotionally prepared for what this movie threw at me 😂. It’s funny, absurd, and sweet at the same time, but it leans way more on the heartfelt side than the gory zombie side.

I actually ended up enjoying it a lot more than I thought. It’s quirky, heartwarming, and somehow manages to balance comedy with some really touching father-daughter moments. The whole “training your zombie kid” thing is both ridiculous and oddly moving, like, one minute I’m laughing at the absurdity, the next minute I’m holding back tears.

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It’s been a while….

It’s been a while since I watched this kind of horror-comedy, especially one with P’Ter in it. I think I need to start mixing movies like this into my horror marathons more often because it balances things out so well. This film isn’t perfect, but it definitely made me laugh out loud, even if a few of the jokes didn’t fully land for me. Ter and Daou are such a surprisingly good comedy duo, their chemistry really carried a lot of the humor. And then there’s Thanaerng, oh my god! I can’t even remember the last time I saw her on screen, maybe over 10 years ago (?) and she still has that same charm that makes every scene she’s in feel special.

What makes this movie stand out is that it doesn’t try too hard. It knows exactly what it is, campy, funny, and chaotic in the best way. The haunted hotel setting is vibrant and atmospheric, but it’s the performances and comedic timing that make it so entertaining. Some of the humor might be more local to Thai audiences, but the energy and ridiculousness are totally universal. Lastly, I wouldn’t mind a whole spin-off centered around the Sukhee Nirun Hotel and its ghosts, it has that much potential for more fun.

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Awww

Really cute - very simple story but I liked how they delivered it. There was a lull at the beginning, there's really no drama or anything at stake, the cinematography, the place and characters really are the highlight. Which is what the story is about anyway. It's like going on Google maps and zooming in to a specific place, this is what the story feels like.

Just exploring and witnessing how someone else lives and their experiences. I had it playing in the background, not totally focused on it since there wasn't much going on at first. Although not such a bad thing because it was relaxing having it in the background then there was a point I began to enjoy and be engrossed in it.

I loved the last part so much, because we got to see the ML's perspective and that really added depth to the story. I had a different perspective of Gong Myung here, I feel like he got to show more depth somehow. I loved his crying scene in the hospital.

Both leads played their roles really well. I enjoyed watching them and Eun Soo is so natural. I especially loved how she acted out her emotions when they met again and how that little whimper she did. Such a tiny thing but it really conveyed a lot.

The timing it was set on didn't really make much difference other than add a nostalgic effect to the story which worked really well. It made it feel like a love stuck in time, in a good way. With the ML's background, Se Ri, her friends and Busan were made to feel like a safe, peaceful haven.

Anyway I enjoyed it more than I thought and glad I finished it with my attention span these days 🙈❤️ Oh, and the cameos were cute!

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Cha Woo Min ?

The movie came out. I got the energy I was expecting. The movie turned out just the way I thought it would, and honestly, I enjoyed it as much as I hoped I would. If you want to have a good time, I definitely recommend watching it.

CHA WOO MIN was, once again, really amazing. Actually, he was in the second male lead role, but despite that, he didn’t appear much. When I first learned he was the second male lead, I thought his role might be bigger, but it was actually limited. I think the amount of screen time he got was just right. He portrayed Kim Hyeon really well. From the script, I couldn’t quite understand Kim Hyeon’s feelings. Did he really love Se-ri? That’s something I couldn’t figure out.

The film had a strong drama vibe. Actually, you could already tell that from the poster. I liked that it felt this way because I don’t usually watch this kind of drama, but since it was a movie, you can start and finish it quickly, which I enjoy. In my opinion, the biggest flaw of the movie was that even though it was set in 1999, it didn’t carry that atmosphere at all. You couldn’t even tell from the phones; I only realized when they showed the year in the film, and I was honestly surprised. Since I wasn’t expecting the movie to be too serious, I just wanted to watch it for fun, and I really enjoyed it. If you want to clear your head, it’s worth watching. I watched it for Woo Min, and I came for him. Enjoy watching!

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To be young and in love in the late 90s

I just love youth love stories set in the 90s/early 2000s so much. Something about the nostalgic music, the pagers, the comic books and tape cassettes always tugs something in my heart.

I loved this. It was funny and nothing too complex, but sometimes that is more than enough. The friendship and portrayal of first love were the highlights, and the cast was great. I almost forgot that Gong Myung is in his thirties now. He is such a natural with that face and the acting. I have loved Shin Eun Soo since Twinkling Watermelon, and it was as if she and Ha Yi Chan swapped roles. She was so chaotic here in comparison to Twinkling Watermelon, and it just shows her range and versatility as an actress. Can't wait to see more of her. And my dearest So I from Single's Inferno, she's such a great actress, and it's so good to see her in more and more support roles. I hope she can get even bigger roles; she's so refreshing to watch on screen.

If you loved the nostalgic vibes from 2521 and Twinkling Watermelon, this is for you.

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Having a social life and friends can save your life.

And with that I am convinced leads from this movie had none. I cannot believe they’ve been gone for days without anyone having any contact with them. Not one person who was concerned? All it would take was one person, it’s not like they were on some secret mission. People knew where they were seen the last time. They would be found on day 3 if just one person cared.

Putting the mindless set up aside, it was both decent and bad at the same time. I actually really like the idea of a person being trapped in a place with no contact and no way out. If just the execution was better. It would make the movie more tense and less frustrating.

The performances were fine. The production was fine. The pacing was fine. Nothing really stood out, be it positively nor negatively. The beast was not beating a lot, mostly chilling in the corner. I don’t think the “no animal was hurt during filming” note at the beginning was necessary, since it was clearly visible when the dog was fake and when it was real.

Overall, I’m not mad about how bad it was, I was more bored. When I think about the plot of this movie, it is scary. But when I actually watched it, I felt nothing but mild frustration.

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