Adrenalina de Cores (2020)

Underdeveloped as all hell

Alright, rushed is the prefect description for this show. They solve nothing, they developed nothing, they addressed nothing, they added a lot of scenes just for the sake of aesthetic or an awkward substitution for actual romance.
And this was so clearly made by straight people for straight people.
It's a fanfic trope brought to the screen, and that drew a lot of people in but they really wasted so much potential.
This felt like the first project for everyone involved, the acting was awkward, the story severely underdeveloped, nothing really happens, it kept crisscrossing between cute and dark at random times to the point where you couldn't really enjoy either?
Even the fucking set design was weird as fuck.
The main character did his best and he carried the show on his shoulders, honestly, but the love interest was so predatory and so underdeveloped for the sake of what i imagine was a misguided attempt to make him mysterious like with the face mask thing. At least the face mask thing had a justification and a practical use later on.
It was messy and awkward and disjointed. Such a wasted concept.

Leia Mais

Worth the Watch

My only true complaint about this is the length. The story is so interesting, a new twist on a popular take in the fan fiction world of the ‘soul mate’ trope, it opened up so many possibilities for the story....but it was just way to short. The acting was so well done, and the chemistry between the leads undeniable, it kept you watching until the end. It leaves you with questions though, as well as wanting more.

Without spoiling anything there are several major plot points that are just sort of left hanging, it would have great if it had explored more of the underlying storylines. I’m really hoping this was maybe just to test the waters and they will do a full season but that’s probably dreaming big. It seems like a missed opportunity for a more complex storyline.

The leads are so sweet and the relationship doesn’t feel forced, the progress natural. There is an interesting backstory behind both that is never full realized, more then likely due to time constraints, but again so much potential there.

Overall I throughly recommend watching, it won’t take long to binge through it. It’s new, interesting, and hopefully a taste of the evolving BL dramas we are starting to see.

Leia Mais

Color Is Addictive

I went to college for graphic design and one of my favorite classes was color theory. There’s something fascinating about the fact that humans can see such a range of colors when so many other creatures can’t, like dogs for instance. I love how they made color, or rather the ability to see color, something that could be an addictive thing for someone who was deprived of it for so long. Korean dramas always do unique storytelling the best; I think of any dramas from all over the world.

This drama wasn’t really about the “boys love” to me, or romance. It really was a story of how we can depend on something and make it our whole life, and actually become obsessed or addicted with the need to have it in our lives. Is it healthy to pursue at all costs? Or worse to deprive yourself? This drama was really a metaphor for that more than it was about anything else. In the end were they addicted to love, or were they addicted to the new experience both of them were feeling after being deprived for so long, or were they addicted to the feeling of being needed by someone?

My biggest complaint is that the story didn’t really have a chance to get fleshed out the way it could have if it had a standard 16 to 24 episodes that you see in a typical Korean drama. Web dramas have some of the most unique storytelling, but the side effect to that is they are short. It’s almost like watching a movie. I wish they would’ve had more episodes to explain more of this world of monos and probes. Like other reviewers I have unanswered questions.

Overall I’m satisfied with how it ended. I doubt there will be a season two, as typically Korean dramas don’t do that. But even if it did somehow get to season two, I don’t know that it would be able to complete the story in the way any of us would really want. And it might actually end up being more disappointing. I’d rather wonder how long this couple will stay together, and if their love can withstand obsession. I’d like to think they will be each others anchor, meeting somewhere in the middle of the color spectrum.

Leia Mais

Obsession, Desperation, and Inspiration.

Wow. I just finished the last episode of the season. All I can say is I hope there’s a second season! This series has a very unique storyline, that I absolutely loved. Yeon Woo and Yoo Han’s characters have beautiful chemistry onscreen. This plot is so complex and different from all the other BL’s I’ve watched. I get the OST stuck in my head all the time! It’s so perfect for the series. This series deals with obsession, fear of losing control, and a co-dependent relationship that goes both ways. Yeon Woo needs Yoo Han, and Yoo Han needs Yeon Woo to “function like normal people”. When they’re apart, each of their worlds lack color, or clarity. (REALLY trying to not give any spoilers! Finding out what each of their characters lack is part of the enjoyment!) They NEED each other, but being together poses complicated and dangerous consequences. I absolutely recommend this series! Go! Watch it now!

Leia Mais

I love this but...

Ok, don't get me wrong. I love this show and would rate it 10/10 except that I don't like obsession stories and a few small details. And I didn't know it would be an obsession story because it wasn't in the description on Viki and I don't watch trailers that often. I am only on episode 5 so maybe I'm getting to ahead with my geusses since this is only 8 eps long but I am starting to get uncomfortable. The probe guy kinda makes me uncomfortable for two main reasons. One. He is kind of creepy. They are setting up the mono to become obssesed but I don't think they need to cause there is already someone obssesed. The probe. 2. He irks me with his pushyness. He knows that the mono wants to stay away from him cos he is scared but the guy doesn't seem to care. It's almost as if he wants the mono to be obssesed with him. It's weird but also cruel to the mono guy.
But don't misunderstand,I don't hate him at all and despite my uneasyness about the probe and also where the show is going, i still ship them.

Story:
Not at all what the description says. If that interests you and you want to see that, sorry but this isn't the show. The show is ACTUALLY about a boy slowly becoming obssesed with another boy and how he is becoming the monster he was so scared of becoming. The description makes this show look a lot more romantic than it is. Maybe they kiss in episode 7 or 8 but as of episode 6, all there has been has been sexual tension and times you think they are going to kiss but nope. Strictly semi longing looks. Also I read somewhere that there will be nudity or a possible s*x scene but I don't think so and even if there is, I don't know if there will be consent involved.
Acting:
Great. The boys are both very good and so are the friends and the aunt, from what we have actually seen of her.
Music:
Really pretty but makes me nervous that the ending will be bad.
Rewatch ability:
I think you can but I probably won't. If it ends how I'm almost positive it will then I will not.
Overall:
I watched episode six and the last few minutes genuinely made me feel a bit scared. If you are fine with possible kidnapping and who knows what will come after, then watch it. It is a really good show but if you are like me and are scared of things like that then maybe don't watch. I don't mean to be dramatic but I am legit starting to regret watching this and it's not even over. Again its not a bad show but unless you are prepared and can handle it, wait till its over and google the ending(idk what it is since it is still on air)and decide for yourself if you want to watch it.

Leia Mais

Bland storyline

First of all the storyline was a mess, the last episodes were horribly done, the story ended when we were starting to know the main characters, and it wasn't well developed. I was never able to feel a true connection between the leads. The only thing that made me watch it was Yoo Jun's acting and the way he was able to show more emotions with his eyes in just one scene than the other lead in the entire series. I'm not saying that the other lead is a horrible actor, he just lacks experience. The story itself sounds promising but they weren't able to develop it well enough. I'm hoping that season 2 is better because this was such a disappointment.

Leia Mais

doing nothing with a whole lot

there are a lot of writers in drama land who don't understand sci-fi/ fantasy as a genre and ugh does it show. my greatest disappointment is the failure to even touch the potential uses of color.

this story is ALL about color but they decided not to use color to tell their story. yes there are a handful of scenes where Yeon Woo is discovering color but the editor/director/ cinematographer never use color by itself to convey ANYTHING about the story. the color tones are pretty much always true to life or greyscale. they even fail to really dig into the greyscale and teach us anything deeper about Yeon Woo.

the most interesting, but least convincing , element of color rush was the Mono/probe dynamic. The explanation is bare and the implementation is inconsistent. it's little more than a plot device and an excuse to use some surprisingly competent CGI. it feels like a waste to have such a potent bit of story in your hands and then not do anything with it, just like the failure to utilize color.

The plot mostly meanders in circles. this makes the stakes feel less urgent and less real until you roll up on one of the many "whoa, that escalated quickly" moments

if you like BL and you enjoy or don't mind the fantasy elements the problems are pretty much self limiting so i'd call that worth a watch.

Leia Mais

Interesting concept but a little flat

A very interesting take on a 'soulmate' kind of trope and one that I've never heard of before. The characters were interesting but rather flat. Sometimes the relationship between the two main characters felt a little emotionless or disconnected from each other. Hyun Jun's acting was a little questionable at times but as far as I know, this is his first show so he did pretty well and I'm excited to see him grow as an actor in the future should he act in something else. I liked the concept and the way it was filmed. I liked the relationship between the leads and the way Hyun Jun's character was so patient and caring towards Yoo Jun's and their dynamic was cute. Overall, could've been better but was good drama nonetheless and I'd definitely recommend it.

Leia Mais

I love it and I am frustrated at the same time

Listen, I really loved this story idea and I fell in love with Hyunjun as YooHan in this drama. The way they both start to bond with each other and learn about each others vulnerabilities makes me fall in love with them as a couple. I re-watched Color Rush a million times by now and I gotta say that its one of my favorite bl dramas. The only thing that makes me feel a bit frustrated is that it's only 8 episodes but this is just personal preference. I also often had the feeling (correct me if I'm wrong or misinterpreting) that the actor of yoohan didn't feel comfortable with hugging or kissing yeonwoo. It sometimes felt very stiff and unnatural. This is also something I didn't really enjoy watching sadly.

Leia Mais

Color and Butterflies Rush

I honestly haven't come across a plot like this yet so I was really interested with this story. I gave the story a 10 because it is unique. It was short and I would have loved it if they extended the story further but I guess this is good enough for a Korean BL length.

Yoo Jun who plays Choi Yeon Woo is a great actor. And props to Heo Hyun Jun for keeping up too (this guy has the sexiest eyes!). The chemistry is explosive! Them just staring at each other's eyes? Do you feel that? I loved them together.

The show also did well with the cinematography - playing with the colors and all. It's like I can feel Yeon Woo's feelings when he gets to see colors and when he experiences the loss of it. And that OST? Yes please shower us with colors and great music.

I'm not a rewatch person but I'll definitely rewatch this from time to time because I loved it!

Leia Mais

An amazing show--- if it had been longer!

I'm so conflicted about this show! I loved the concept, and the characters. The ost was sweet and the cinematography was ON POINT.

I just wish it were longer. I know a lot of people complain about this with these short Korean BL shows but hear me out. I didn't feel that way with Mr. Heart (a similarly short BL out of Korea). I felt that the story was well encompassed in the time that was allotted. But Color Rush felt...rushed. There was a LOT of plot crammed into eight 12 - 19 minute episodes, and it just didn't always work. Plus the pacing was a bit erratic - it felt fine through the first half and then the second half of the show felt crammed full of PLOT. Plus there were some loose threads at the end that never seemed to get tied up.

This show definitely would have been better suited to a full 14ish episode season like most other kdramas. It would have given a lot more room for the actors to explore the characters, and for the plot to be spaced out a bit.

All this complaining makes it sound like I disliked this show, but I didn't. At it's best it was sweet, mysterious, dark, and a little sensual. Even at its worst it was a bit confusing but still good. I would definitely recommend watching it, but be warned. You might end up feeling a bit like Yeon Woo after a color rush, LOL.

Leia Mais

I Recommend

I actually really enjoyed this drama. I binged it in an afternoon. I can see why some people have problems with it but honestly I just think that comes with web drama territory. It's short, they don't have a lot to work with but its such an interesting plot that adds so much to the BL genre. This plot does deserve a long thought out drama. There is still so much potential and unanswered questions. And yet I really really enjoyed it and enjoyed the layers that the characters had even though there was such a small window to develop them. I think this is a good web drama and great BL. I really wasn't all that bothered by Hyunjun's acting. It's his first ever drama, he is a little stiff, but I enjoyed how he portrayed his character. I think if this was a longer drama he might have been able to really get into the character and find his footing, but that's not the case and I'm still satisfied. I've seen cringier acting in BLs before. Without giving anything away, I think Hyunjun's portrayal is pretty spot on. His character must always feel so disconnected from the real world, I think that comes through in how stiff the acting is. He's good at the playful stuff but when it gets to the more serious stuff he falls a bit flat, but that also felt kind of in character.

Bottom line, this drama did leave me wanting for more. I wish it was longer, I wish the episodes were longer. There is still a lot of plot I am curious about. I think there is potential for a season two, but I'm not sure that would happen. Either way I'm happy I watched this. It was a refreshing BL.

Leia Mais