Há Quanto Tempo (2017)

Loved the gay representation as this is one of the very few BL Korean dramas out. However, I found this series to be way too rushed with characters who make choices that don't make any sense. Like if Gitae approached Gisoo to kill him then why did he form a relationships with him instead of just killing him right away? Or why the foster father was so obsessed with killing Gisoo for having a relationship with Gitae? Yes, Gitae is one of his rival brother's henchman, but still. And if the foster father hates gay people so much, then why would he take in Gisoo? This series could have been better if it was longer, but I'm pretty sure that due to budgetary constraints, they had to make do with what they have. Imagine what could have been if they had a full-scale budget?

On a side note, how cool would it be to get a big-budget K-drama like Crash Landing On You but with gay leads? Anyways, hopefully, Where Your Eyes Linger, a BL K-drama that has been hailed as the first BL K-drama will do better with its low budget. If it does well and becomes popular, top K-drama companies will be more confident in greenlighting big-budget stories with gay leads. *fingers crossed*

Leia Mais

Something different compared to your average Asian drama. "Long time no see" is a Korean gay version of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, in which two hitmen fall for each other, and then have to face their competing bosses. Woo Suk Tak and Seung Ho Yeon acting performance is decent (contrary to the secondary characters, unfortunately). The story is rather simple, and although it follows a cliche, it is a nice change that this not the typical Asian melodramatic plot, but rather an action packed (well sort of), mafia plot with an unexpected brutality (although not too much compared to today's Hollywood standards).

In summary: A little bit of romance, a little bit of action, and some skin make up a pleasant evening with a Hollywood-like happy end. No real plot surprises, decent acting and cute faces. Who needs more?

Leia Mais

Note that everything written in this review are my own thoughts and point of view.
For it being a short drama/web drama it was actually quite good. With that small amount of time , the story developed pretty good even though it was a little bit fast . I believe that they should have made this series a bit longer maybe 2 or 3 more episodes . To begin , the chemistry between the two leads was good . there was a lot of scenes that made me smile like a child. The plot is really different from the regular BLs and the regular Korean dramas. With that being said, I liked this change even though there were a few cliche scenes. ( they were really well acted so i'm not complaining . hehe.). but there was this scene in the last episode, where the dad was killed and the two guys leave holding each other. The scene was too short , i think that if this scene took a few more minutes ,and if they showed us that the dad actually died , it would've been better.
I'm not a big fan of re watching dramas or movies of any kind that's why the re watch value is low.
Thank you!

Leia Mais

A more mature BL drama that blends cute interactions and a suspenseful plot masterfully. The relationship between the main characters is very past faced, but this is made believable through the fact that they've been getting to know each other online and thus know each other quite well already. The drama is quite mature, with very suggestive scenes and load of blood, but it never felt cheap or done this way for attention grabbing as it fits well with the more mature mob plot.
The mob plot stays pretty surface-level, but it's well balanced and thought through with the flashbacks used.
I also adored the sister character.

Leia Mais

The Story

It wasn't too romantic or dramatic. It was just as I needed. It was weird to have a lovers to enemies and then lovers again. But I just see that as the spice of this drama. I loved how they were sure about their sexuality (unlike other dramas which the characters magically become gay or understand it by just one person in theri twenties).

It has some violence so I don't recommend it if you're not a fan of it. I'm not a fan too but I actually lilked the story, acting, and so many things.

The progress of the story is little slow but I highly recommend it.

Leia Mais

The Perfect Korean BL

I was excepting this to be some type of tragedy where one of them dies at the end or has to move far far away, but finally, a gang-related movie that's a true love story that ends in a happily ever after. Long Time No See brings on some amazing cinematography with beautiful acting and an amazing plot-driven story.

Let's dive In.

Production is beautiful. The use of lights and darks and colors in this was amazing. The overall aesthetic was captivating and drew you into the story more. The music went well with their situations, and the setting were very nice.

Onto the plot. I really didn't see Wild Dog being an undercover hitman trying to take out Flying Dagger. I think that was the moment I was really into the plot. Of course, love prevails over all, so they don't end up killing each other, but that moment when Wild Dog's mask flies off and and flying Dagger looks him in the eyes was everything. You could feel the hurt, the confusion, the heartbreak. Both actors did an amazing job at showing what real love is suppose to look like. I loved their first encounter when they learn of each other. The tickling match, the perfectly clumsy first time that had me giggling the entire time. These two showed an actual true relationship to the T and I couldn't be more proud in their performances. The uncles in this situation were truly disgusting. Why couldn't these people just let them be happy and hitmans? Flying Dagger's father obviously took him when he was vulnerable and not in a good position (we won't even talk about him getting p***ed on in the bathroom; truly traumatizing). I'm happy he was able to stand up for himself and Wild Dog. Now they both can just do what they do and be happy. The sister was the sweetest human ever. She was truly just so excited to see Wild Dog happy, which made me happy for him.

Overall, this was so cute. It took me less that about 2 hours to finish, so it's a super easy watch. The plot flowed nicely and nothing felt irrelevant or slow. I highly recommend!

Leia Mais

Really good to see a sympathetic gay movie, excellent cast, including the sister. The two male leads so handsome, and that most difficult to come by "happy ending" to a gay movie. The only thing that marred it for me is the OTT violence, but I suppose that went with the territory here. The villains were all too credible. The story required some suspension of disbelief, what with the coincidences. I can't go further so as to avoid spoilers. Music hardly made an impression, but not knocking it down for that. All I can say to anyone into BL or gay movies is: WATCH IT. We need more like this and I for one am quite willing to support with my wallet. Top notch, well worth a re-watch.

Leia Mais

It's so hard finding LGBTQ media that doesn't fall victim to tired tropes, harmful stereotypes, and/or unhappy endings, especially in the BL category. I'm so happy to say that this movie is a gem and doesn't contain any of these!!

What I loved:

-The characters are both established as men who are attracted to men. None of that "I'm not gay, I only love you" BS that BL loves to use. On a similar note, there's no stereotypical enforcement of one man as the "effeminate" bottom and the other as the "manly" top, another thing BL loves to use. Cheers to not perpetuating heteronormativity!
-The portrayal of a healthy, happy, functional gay relationship that doesn't end in death or unnecessary angst. Chisoo and Gitae have their obstacles, of course--as you can probably tell by the summary LOL--but they go through their battles, communicate with each other, and find their happy ending.
-The acting is phenomenal for such a small production! I was pleasantly surprised. I was drawn into the main characters, their emotional moments were tangible and believable, and the intimate scenes were so sweet.
-Gitae's sister <3333
-The HAPPY ENDING!!! I can't emphasize this enough!!!

The story really needed another hour or more of screen time to fully flesh out everything and give more depth to the characters--I also really would've loved to see this as a full-length series!!--but given that the studio, Strongberry, is very small and undoubtedly on a tight budget, especially as a producer of queer content, it's amazing as it is.

You can purchase the full movie on Vimeo, I just bought it for $11.11 USD. (link: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/longtimenosee) Please support Strongberry and buy it if you can!!

Leia Mais

I really enjoyed this brief mini-series.

In a country that is as socially conservative as South Korea, it must be a difficult decision for actors to play gay characters. Tak Woo Suk and Yeon Seung Ho were excellent. I am so glad that they were prepared to do this. I really liked their chemistry and the sincerity they showed one another. I also was blown away by Ra Sun Young's powerful lines about family being more important than whether or not her brother likes men.

Dramas such as this one are very, very valuable. They show people that being gay is not a bad thing. We all share the same kinds of feelings and if you love someone, whether it's same-sex or opposite-sex, no-one is all that different from anyone else.

Leia Mais

They could have done so much more...UGH

A Korean mini BL series (3 episodes in most stream websites, but the "chapters" are divided in a weird way) about a mobster "flying dagger" that falls in love with a guy he met online...but there are many twists and turns in this short yet sweet gangster love story.

I really enjoyed this tiny series, I was just very unfortunate that it is short! A lot is left unsaid because of the lack of time to let the story evolve. If this series had 10 to 13 episodes it would turn out amazing, no joke. There was SO MUCH room to create a great BL with the plot. It's not an usual story for BLs, and I'd have loved to see what it would look like with well written dialog and time for the characters to grow. ***sigh*** I'd be so nice.

But I still enjoyed it even with its flaws. It's not a series you'll keep rewatching , it's a cool short-term BL with a tiny amount of spice, blood, punches, and love.

Leia Mais

Sweet and Happy

For once a gay relationship drama has a happy ending! I am so happy for this couple as I am normally left heartbroken after watching something LGBT+ and had began to avoid dramas like these.

Although it says it is a 5 part drama I see it more as a movie, being around 1hr 20min long. I just wish I could see more of the couple but for how long it ran for you could see the character development evolve so much. I love how steamy the main couple are, I am just so happy that they found happiness. The traumatic backstory is quite common for these dramas but it still breaks my heart to see people are still treated this way due to personal preferences.

This drama gives a good insight into the struggles some people can have if you differ from the norm, and how even just one person on your side can help change your future for the better.

If you are fond of LGBT+ dramas and have had your heart broken too many times by these, I would recommend this to you.

Leia Mais