A great memory with a scent of frangipani

The story is really interesting, it was so sweet, so beautiful and so emotional. Even though I might try to find some loopholes or negative things..I'm blind lol because that was so perfectly done. The slow paced was not that slow paced to me, it's like following them with each scenes and get along with what they want to convey. I was invested in this serie and these characters. I really appreciated to wait each week to watch a new episode but I feel like I was waiting for so long lol
I feel like we have not only the romance part but also, the mystery and other interesting subjects that have brought up in this and that's why, it's worth to watch it.

I also really liked the colors / lightening, the props, the atmosphere of the serie. It has a really beautiful cinematography, so pleasing to watch. Even when I'm taking screenshot, it's like a painting (I'm a bit exagerating but still, I'm impressed by the quality of the scenes and the landscape). Nice clothes as well and they did a great job to convince us, we have travel time back in the 1920s! Even the editing part was nice as well.

Characters are so well written, even the female characters (especially Ueung Phueng, Fong Kaew and Mei) and I even liked the side characters. It's a breath of fresh air and I'm so proud that they didn't forget or left them out but the three outshine too in my opinion.

Every actors have brought their characters alive, they really did an excellent job to portray their role!
I'm also impressed by the main leads played by Nonkul and Bright, it's their first BL and I must say, they nailed it, that's unbelievable but it says it all that they are indeed such amazing actors. I love how they were so dedicated to their characters.

Lastly, I want to mention the original soundstracks and even the instrumental, really, really beautiful to listen and I even felt so nostalgic about it. It also match the scenes very well.

To me, this is seriously the best serie of this year but looking back, it might be also a hit if it was released a few years ago. Even time flies, it's still the best or atleast one of the best that I've watched).

I want to thank everyone who was behind this project (Director, production team, actors..) because this is one of my greatest memory.

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More than a fun adventure

At first, when I've heard this serie, I didn't expected anything and I thought it could be a funny romantic drama and I wanted to discover the cast since I only know some names (the two main leads, Blue and Belle and by the way they are cute together) but haven't watched their series except for Man TrIsanu with Step By Step and 6ixty 9ine the series. I could feel it was cringy and strange but I still wanted to give it a try like, why not? Let's watch something fun.

I was partially wrong because I didn't thought I would really like it so much, it was entertaining to watch (maybe because at that time I wasn't feeling down so it cheered me up with their sillyness LOL)
I binge-watched the 4 episodes but I thought, the last two episodes have some small moments or scenes that felt a bit too long or it's me but overall, I love the pace, the acting was good, the storytelling, it was not only funny but also interesting to watch! It has some mystery, thriller vibes as well.

And the soundtracks are really good, groovy and chill to listen especially Beyond the Wall, my favorite!

Ok so, Ready, set, love is a really nice short dystopian drama and I wouldn't mind if they plan to make a sequel

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It could be better

Well... I have mixed feelings with this serie.

First of all, I like the concept and the idea to introduce us a group of friends and multi-pairings / couples. It was indeed quite interesting and heartwarming.

I'm sorry I won't be able to share my impressions on each stories because I just wanted to share my general view and it left me a bit disappointed and frustrated.

I think it was not well balanced, I'm ok with the flashback and when they tend to choose to show one couple and then another couple however, it was like not that I would expect. Maybe I had high expectations when I first saw the trailer and I'm a bit nitpicky? Who Knows? But I couldn't be that invested in their story (I'm scared to say it's a bit bland) and there's also some immature characters or annoying character that don't help either. Sometimes it didn't even make sense but I let it go.
I don't mind when it has some flaws but here, the feeling of being disappointed is quite strong. It could be better and I could give it a 10 but no, I have to lower my rating. Even the chemistry, the acting and the fact it has a good casting and eye-candy, it didn't save the serie in general.

However I do appreciate their friendship dynamic, it's sometimes relatable and I also think some couple deserved better for the development of their story (as I said earlier). In addition it's like wasting their potential because each couple have their own charm and chemistry. It was still nice and somehow entertaining but honestly, I won't watch it again.

The other positive thing, the OST especially sung by Aye Sarunchana is really beautiful to listen.

p-s: sorry if my thoughts are a bit messy??

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An interesting gem

"I am what I am" depicts the perception of being in a relationship (and love) from different point of views and we mainly follow Kasumi, our main character who knows she's different from the others and she's happy with it.

It's more about how the society (especially from her family and around her) percieves it and how she "deals" with it, I was sad the fact that we can see she's being pressured and not being understood of what she felt.

It's an interesting movie and an eye opener because I'm not sure that everyone is aware of being aromantic and or asexual. It's even important to produce this kind of movie to spread awareness and be accepted for this but don't judge people because they are what they are.

My only problem is the lacking of something that can makes me more understanding / connecting the character and that some parts felts a bit slow or maybe I'm being nitpicky lol (that's why I didn't give a 10)

Anyway, I recommend this movie for everyone, being part of LGBTQ+ or not, it should be watched and known.

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A memory for the dead, a price for others

It's an interesting concept, a studio in which the owner has to take photos of the dead.

The first episode was really good and captivating, the others were also good and very emotional. But then, I felt somehow, it was a decent watch although the plot was still on-going and interesting. maybe I thought it could be enough to have only 12 episodes and not 16 in total but nevermind. I also think, although I liked the romance between the main leads, I would prefer they stayed friends because somehow, I felt more a friendship dynamic, I don't know but it's just a detail.
It's not really a spoiler but after finishing, I thought it was a bit illogical however, I still overall, appreciate the serie. However, I won't have the urge to binge watching it.

The production did a really good job in my opinion but wish the ghost were a bit more scarier (lol) and the acting was also good and for some others, impressived, they made me feel emotional.

And I really appreciate all the OST, it's emotional and beautiful to listen!

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An intriguing and beautiful story

It seems too short for 6 episodes and my only complain is, it has indeed some plotholes but maybe I'm a bit a nitpicky person. It would be better if the episodes were a bit longer or maybe to make another special episode. However, I feel at the same time, 6 episodes were perfect for the storytelling.

I was hooked since the first episode, I didn't even know the actors nor the production so it was a big surprise and a good one.

The concept was really interesting and I must say, they succeeded to make us want to watch each episodes without feeling annoying or bothered. I really like the interaction between the two characters (they are rookies, except Beck although he had some few guest roles and they already did a really nice job to interpret their characters / roles), the cinematography, the vibe and maybe another complain is that sometimes I was a bit confused with the choice of the background (music/instrumental) of some scenes but looking back, it's not really a big deal, just a small detail.

I was gradually captivated in the development of the story and its characters. I had to admit, I was a bit dumfounded by episode 5 but I won't give big spoilers. However, after that, I mainly think it's not a big deal, maybe because the actor isn't that "old" and he really did a good job that I didn't even find a difference. In addition, it's still a serie / a fiction and I'm glad I was open-minded to watch it and I don't regret it.

So yes, I won't mind a rewatch (I already rewatched it lmao) because it's a gem.

For sure, I'm looking forward to Parky and Beck's next projects and also P' Can. Hope to see good productions from Studio Say-yes in the future!

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Scary yet entertaining

I was really looking forward to this new horror anthology as I loved the previous one (Angkhan Khumplong the series) and it didn't disappoint me at all, I enjoyed being scared by their various short stories lol

It was really scary but some were rather weirdly funny and yet, it was very entertaining to the point I've binge watched all the episodes in 2 days (well 2 afternoon / evenings).

As it was around 40 minutes, it was an easy watch as if you grabbed some snacks and you've just realized a few hours later you almost or you have finished it.

Personally, I thoroughly enjoyed every stories but of course, I still have some favorites which are Our little sister, Ode to my family, The Vows and Viral Curse .. And I wanted to add another one but I'm quite reluctant.

This anthology offered interesting and creepy stories mixed with cultural belief and actors are really great at portraying their own characters, I've already seen some actors and once again they slayed their role such as Nat Kitcharit (Bird in Girl next door), Piglet Charada (also in Girl next door). Fun fact they were both in another anthology called After Dark that I also liked.

I want to mention Poon Mitpakdee as I saw him in Shadow and currently in The Trainee, his role in this horror story helps him to take another step in his acting career (although I know he acted in others series before Shadow but I'm glad he picked this project!).

In addition, the cinematography and the effects / the production were really good. I think, you can atleast find your favorite one among these 8 stories.

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An intense ride

At first, I was disappointed only with the settings at school (because with the cast I expected something mature) but nevermind, they pulled it off well. This is not what I mainly want to talk about.

So I give a chance, and I don't absolute reget it at all! I love how they developed the story, it was well-written, really interesting and captivated from the begining to the end. Although, I won't recommend to everyone because it deals with heavy issues and there's also a depiction of violence as well.

However, they brought the right amount of the thriller, horror and mystery genres. It was also emotional and heartbreaking.

The actors were really good, they gave such great performances and the music gives me goosebumps.

I don't know if I will watch it again because it was dark and heavy but it was so good that I've binge-watching the episode in two days for each part. The only problem that I have is, when I've watched on VIU, they cut it into 4 parts each episodes so I think it broke a bit the atmosphere but in another hand, it let me breath for a second lol

Lastly, I want to say that Shadow becomes one of my favorite serie of this year!!

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An emotional ride

For me, Home school was an interesting journey to follow, I didn't expected so high when it came out and I just tag along with it. Even though, I have to admit, I have some disappointments in terms of plot and even for development characters like, to me it seems there was a small group of main characters and the others seems to be side characters which was a pity because, I think, all the characters were interested and should have more screen time.

But anyway, I liked all the episodes and some more than others because it was so intense and thrilling. I think, it was a great idea to include the actor Gun Attaphan to play as Run, the student of former Gen and I feel like it was complete with him.

I also want to mention, the senior actors (Masters and parents) did a really good job, their presence was a must to this serie, to have this balance between students and them.

I feel like, even though it wasn't that much dark, they managed to give some important messages for each episodes and I appreciate that. But I understand that, Home School is still a serie maybe for teenagers but at the same time, it could be complicated and it should be seen by older people, especially adults and parents. I could sense and not surprised when they give us this kind of direction.

It was an emotional ride and it's typically this kind of GMMTV serie that I love.

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Still enchanted by the midnight museum

I'm glad I decided to watch it after some eps were released but not really when I've binge watched and wanted to know what is going to happen in the next ep.
I'm interested in bizarre, creepy, dark theme and supernatural things so that was perfect. I was hooked by the first episode and made me want to watch the next ep.

I really like the pace, each epswere like a layer of interesting things, it's not the usual dramas that I watch and it's like "unique" even though, I may find some references or some similar things but in thai cinema, it's a bit new and in particularly from GMMTV. So that's why it was worth it (or maybe, I forgot some serie or dramas or I didn't watch it).

I want to thanks the crew, staffs who have worked on this serie and of course, the cast! Actors were all great and I feel like it was a challenge to them to play these kind of characters. I feel like thanks to this project, they did improve their acting skills, like leveling up or something. It's really nice to see something new, something challenging.

But sometimes I feel like I'm dumb or I didn't really understand some parts or it's just me lol (maybe I had to check the whole serie again haha)

So I finished Midnight museum, but I wish it have more eps or a second even though we have to consider the investment behind this project.

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Sweet story

I thought I was going to give a 10/10 because it was a nice slice of life in which we followed one of our main lead being kind of a workaholic, often he had no choice and finding a new neighbour who's willing to cook for him every day!

However, I feel like it still miss some things or am I being a nitpicky which is weird because usually as long as there's some food and some lovely romance, I'm satisfied and happy lol

To be honest, some scenes were a bit out of place that I didn't understand how and why it happened . In addition, the small amount of drama was needed and at the same time a bit too dramatic lmao I can't decide but it was still entertaining??

My rating kind of confusing but it still good.

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Not that really dreamish

Well.. This is really rare that I'm writing a rather negative review and I'm quite sad it's a GL one as there's no many and I support all the work related to LGBTQIA community but this one, sadly failed to deliver a great serie.

I think I'm going to talk about what I disliked, the problem is the plot, it was quite messy and the slow-burn that I usually like becomes so frustrating. In addition, it was a bit hard to connect with the characters and when it comes to even main characters (Dawan), it's not that great! It's really a pity!

Honestly, they did have some interesting ideas but it was not that very engaging to me...And the acting has definitely a room for improvement although I'm not that harsh like others, I would say it was ok but the girls could do better, especially Fay who played Dawan and I was already prepared as her support role in The Sign was..Worse than this?

But the cinematography, the production and the OST were really nice. it's such a huge contrast.

I would also add that, despite the flaws, I low key liked it a bit and I was even entertaining and cute but it failed to be one of my favorite and I would not rewatch it.

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A touching and hearfelt story

As I'm writing, I've just rewatched the last two episodes and my feelings are the same as before, I loved it!

I have to admit, at first and in particular, when I've started the first episode, I was quite confused and skeptical by the story but then, without knowing it, I was little by little drowned and somehow addicted / attracted by the story and its characters. It was indeed ordinary yet it was very engaging, the urge of knowing what's going to happen next between them, their decisions, their choices, and most importantly, their feelings, that was gripping.

I feel like and I also have been noticing that Taiwanese are quite the best to make us relate some things, to throw some plot that would be heartwrenching but also heartwarming and this is not an exception!! This is why, "Unknown" is one of my favorite.

In addition, the acting was top-notch, I really feel every emotions (yeah I might exaggerate) but that's still true, I felt it, they were really convincing and of course I would mention the main leads, Wei Qian and Xiao Yuan. By the way, I feel like, since it seems the serie mostly focused on these two, sometimes I forgot the side characters and even their sister, Xiao Bao / Lili lol

Lastly, OST are so great to listen and easily on repeat. Taiwan is also the best in this part, when it comes to release such a beautiful, heartfelt and touching song which suits the serie, it's quickly a banger.

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A moving and healing journey

"Powerless isn't a shameful thing"

This drama has everything I want (in general) and it has also a magical element or a charm of its own that impressed me until the end. This is in my opinion one of the best (taiwanese) dramas I have ever watched. It made me laugh but at the same time, shed some tears. I love this kind of slice-of-life drama that also include life lessons.

Now, I really love the development of the story, it was really nice to watch every episodes and to discover with our male lead, Pu Yiyong (and his two friends, they are so precious) the mystery and the cases.
I was overwhelmed / shattered by his story but also with other stories (subplot but important for the main story) and all characters but mainly Pu Yiyong is an endearing character and even a relatable one! I admit, at first, I was a bit skeptical about his character but then, later after each episodes, I appreciate him. What I really like is also the calligraphy and the quotes. It makes me want to practice again my calligraphy! The CGI is also really good.

The actors did a really good job, they were all convincing and brought characters alive. I haven't seen anyone till I stumbled upon this drama (or maybe two actors who give me familiar impression / feels, like I saw them somewhere but I don't know where exactly lol I referred to hen Chuying and the baker guy).

With an interesting story with a good CGI and a really good acting from everyone (main characters and side characters), it makes this drama kind of outstanding; I may exaggerated but I don't even know what's the minor issues, because I really enjoy it. I'm not influenced by other's words but it's true, thanks to them I wanted to watch it and I agree and I understand now why the majority love it.

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A lovely and healthy youthful (love story) serie

It's crazy and surprising that, at first I wanted to skip it because of High school setting but one month later and thanks to some M/Vs (You've got my back) and some snippets, I ended up watching it and didn't regret it at all. Honestly, I would like to rewatch it for some particular scenes or to just take some good times when I'm feeling down.

I was hooked with the first ep and the first song "Want to Sing loudly" kept me to watch the rest and to root for the main couple. The scene were the band begun to sing their first song and Tinn was watching and controlling his facial expressions was hilarious!

The story is quite simple and somehow a dejavu but I think it executed well and I appreciate the development of it.
But I would say, sometimes it's not as cliche as I thought because in some scenes, I had some expectations but then it turns out a bit different so it was nice! Without spoiling, I remember one scene, they were together and I think everyone was waiting for what happen next and I thought I already know the answer but when we finally had the answer, I was dumbfounded lol

As it was maybe more targeted to a young audience but as I watched this, it makes me want to go back in my 17 years old again (I'm in my mid-twenties) and to enjoy my younger self with a club of music even though I can't play any instrument. But I used to dream to play drums and I still want to try but in reality, I don't have rythm so..haha

So apart the main couple who has a really nice chemistry and I really loved Tinn's character, I also loved their friendship and the parents. It was so heartwarming and adorable. It melts my heart!! These people created a great and a healthy environment to help on the growing/development of characters. I especially want to mention on parents and it affects their kids so it was important that in the drama they have shown these affections and behaviors.

It's kind of a breath of fresh air, sometimes I laughed so bad, sometimes, I wanted to protect them, to hugged them like they were my younger brothers/sons haha and be endeared in front of Gun and his mom and other things omg
I also giggled and blushed because of them (Tinn and Gun), I really felt this pure young love.
With the music, it adds to the serie some magic feels and it doesn't feel awkward, it's beautiful and it does make sense with the context / situation. I still listen to some OST, it makes me smile and makes my day!

I would like to mention that these young actors did a great job, they brought these characters alive, it was convincing and we get easily attached to them. I only know Ford Arun but as a singer (the first time, it was an OST for The shipper and omg what a voice!) and then, I discovered him as Por a high school student and a nice friend was super adorable, he was so cute.

So, to wrap it up, My School president may not for everyone but it could help to forget how stressful life is or to help to forget for a while our own personal problems and I'll keep it as a nice and heartwarming drama!

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