Reviews

"Saw" Movie in a Korean School

This film was reminiscent of the American "Saw" franchise, if it had taken place in a Korean school setting. Since horror movies are a popular medium used to not only reflect our fears but also criticize societal issues, it was refreshing to have a horror movie centered around the pressure put on students for high grades, especially during exam season. It had both satisfying thriller and horror elements, displaying torture contraptions which were both twisted and creative.

On the other hand, the ambiguity of whether this was a slasher or supernatural horror (or a mix of both) made it harder to be fully invested. Though a clearer narrative would have been beneficial, the ending clarified the previously ambiguous aspects, making this an overall satisfying watch.

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Simply Beautiful, poetic and a beautiful Story !

I decided to give it that Headline because this time writers did really amezing job, for once we get a well balanced story, both in narriting and the telling.
And OMG the acting is perfect. Actors (i mean all actors) did a very Good job they portrayed the emotions of their characters really well.
Of course Mile and Apo never fail to deliver the amezing job.
Im just heart broken for the death of Victor and Veera. I think the Death of Victor was inevitable when you put it in political perspective, for Trin character to have a purpose i think it explains that outcome for Victor.
Yet im glad Neran and Krailert made out alive given that the general knew about them from the beginning (and his wife) the sacrifice Krailert have indure just to keep Naran safe is the ultimate love you can give someone you love as a last gift, i hate Dhevi (a character) may she never be happy either.

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Finding Love By Leaving the Dark Past

I love this drama. It is pure love and redemption. Less violent, no major abuses even though the FL suffered great emotional pain but the ML loved her purely and unconditionally. The ML and the FL are handsome and beautiful and have great chemistry. The ML really spent time and was consistent in loving and caring for the FL to the point that she gained recovery and strength and inspiration as a beloved of her husband.
The family of the ML is so wonderful and loving. They are a joyful family from the grandfather and parents. They are so supportive of their son and very kind to the FL.
Even the villains are very tame in this drama. I highly recommend this.

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I was watching this on YouTube and I was very surprised to see a lot of commenters bashing the female leads's character as well as the actor playing it, Landy Li. They couldn't even separate the two to make a comment that would make sense.

Overall, it was a decent drama. It just felt like a lot was going on at times and it got too damn messy, especially with her friend. The female lead seemed like the calmer one between the two.

The best part about this drama for me was not the romance but the mentor-student relationship between Boss Wu and our female lead. She was such a good influence on the female lead. Wish to see more characters like that.

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The survival show that i dropped among many others

First off, I’ll give credit where it’s due: the mentors are rock solid. They’re professional, experienced, and really know how to teach — they carry themselves both as idols and as genuine mentors who wanted some of the junior to success. Honestly, they bring most of the credibility to this show, but the trainees themselves aren’t bad either. But let’s be real — the overall talent pool just isn’t as strong as it could’ve been. And even with the contestants we do have, the editing team is painfully biased. It’s obvious that some trainees are shoved into the spotlight constantly, while others are practically invisible. As viewers, it’s frustrating to watch the same few faces while knowing dozens of others never get their fair chance, seem to watch robot shows.

Now, onto the biggest letdown: the theme song. What a disaster. Survival shows are supposed to hit you with an anthem that sticks — something fun, hype, and memorable. Instead, this theme is… plain. Forgettable. BORING. Honestly, it feels like a filler. Considering the brilliant producers behind the scenes and the history of iconic survival songs, this one is a major flop. No energy, no excitement, nothing that screams “this is the show to watch.” By the time the first stage ended and they were setting up for the second, I felt nothing. No “wow” factor, no goosebumps, no anticipation. Just boredom. And that’s the last thing a survival show should ever make you feel.

The elimination process is another mess. The way they dragged it out on screen was unbearable — it could’ve been handled so much cleaner off-camera. Instead, we wasted so much time watching unnecessary drama when that screen time could’ve been used to show us more of the trainees’ actual skills and growth. To make matters worse, the voting system combined with biased editing basically turns this from a survival idol show into a shallow popularity contest. And let’s be honest, if the lineup is formed this way, some of them won’t even survive post-debut as it had happen before with other groups, as the industry is very nerve wreaking havoc, in which truly talented and hard working people will last, others will doom.

And then there’s the song selection. Absolutely uninspired. Instead of offering a wide variety of styles to push trainees out of their comfort zones and showcase different strengths, they stuck to safe, bland choices. Mediocre tracks that highlight only the songs and its original creators rather than a few individuals who suppose to be the main one, while leaving the rest in the shadows. It doesn’t feel like a fair or square survival show — it feels like they already picked favorites and plan the group, rather than literally created together by the fan

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Frustrating tale of amnesiac ML & domineering FL

I watched this drama because of Xue Zi Qi. I loved her performance & chemistry with Fang Zheng Nan in their collab drama. I got a feeling her character in this drama would be domineering so I had some expectations of the drama. Unfortunately they were not met.

What I liked:
1. Styling - Xue Zi Qi looked damn gorgeous in red / burgundy pant suits. She also wore beautiful outfits.
2. FL characterisation - I liked that she was smart & capable. She proved to be a worthy heiress.
3. Supporting characters - I liked FL's friend, grandfather, ML's uncle & aunt.
4. Action - I liked that FL can fight baddies. Enjoyed the action scenes a lot.

What I disliked:
1. Romance - It was sad that ML only showed interest in way past the 1 hour mark. There was too much push / resistance from ML and FL was very aggressive in her pursuits for ML's affections. I didn't like that she was willing to settle - she said she didn't mind being ML's mistress. I felt like FL was chasing nostalgia rather than accept ML's change of heart / behaviour.
2. ML characterisation - He was bland.
3. Antagonist - FL's rival took advantage of ML's amnesia to pose as his girlfriend.

Favourite scene
When ML was proactive in making out

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Stay by My Side After the Rain is a warm and easy-to-watch Japanese BL series about two childhood friends who were once very close, but grew apart because of misunderstandings and one-sided love. Years later, they meet again as young adults—and this time, they get a second chance at love.

The story is soft and emotional not too heavy but touches on real-life issues like coming out to your parents, standing up for yourself at work and among friends, and growing up with a parent who struggles with mental health. These themes are handled with care, and give the story some extra depth.

The characters feel more real than in many other recent Japanese BL dramas. Their emotions, reactions, and struggles are believable, and the two actors do a great job bringing their relationship to life. The chemistry between them is natural, and the slow build of their romance feels sweet and sincere.

Even though the pace is a bit slow at times, it fits the mood of the series. It’s a calm, feelgood story that still manages to say something meaningful. Definitely worth watching!

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SEASON#2

SEASON#2 PLEASE
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A Heartwarming Tale of Friendship and First Love

Secret Lover is a charming little Taiwanese BL series that tells the story of two best friends whose relationship slowly turns into something more—after one of them has secretly been in love with the other for years. It’s a soft and warm exploration of love, identity, and the fear of not being accepted by family and society.

The pacing is on the slower side, but that actually works well here—it gives time for the characters' feelings to develop naturally. The series never tries to be overly dramatic, which makes it feel more grounded and relatable. There are some heartfelt moments dealing with coming out and the fear of rejection, but they’re handled gently.

What really carries the show is the chemistry between the two lead actors. Even though this is their first time in main roles, both give surprisingly strong performances. Their interactions feel honest and full of quiet emotion, and it’s easy to root for them.

This isn’t a show full of twists or intense drama—it's more of a feelgood story that’s perfect for a rainy-day binge. If you're looking for something light, sincere, and sweet, Secret Lover is definitely worth checking out.

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bem machista

pasta é uma comédia romântica de culinária que, mesmo tendo grande parte das cenas feitas dentro da cozinha e restaurante, consegue desenvolver os outros núcleos bem bonitinho.
eu nunca escondo meu favoritismo pelos secundários e com pasta não foi diferente.
fiquei torcendo pelo secundário até os últimos minutos do drama. a relação dele com a protagonista foi tão delicada. embora ele não tenha sido escolhido, sempre ajudava a cozinheira e, diferente do protagonista, tratava ela muito bem. injustiçado!
o chef choi é charmoso, perfeccionista e, acima de tudo, machista. sempre que eu estava esquecendo desse último fato, ele fazia questão de lembrar e isso permaneceu até os últimos episódios. a gota d’água foi ele impedir a seo de ir pra Itália. além dele, os cozinheiros do la esfera também eram misóginos e insuportáveis.
chef oh, ex do chef choi, é simplesmente uma diva! obviamente errou mas ainda sim uma diva. eu adorei cada segundinho que ela apareceu nas cenas.
acho que a minha surpresa foi ter gostando tanto do eun su. retirando as partes ruins, pasta é muito gostosinho de assistir.

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