Para Sempre o Primeiro (2021)

Great acting, likeable characters

All around enjoyed this. All characters likeable, easy on the cliche's, good acting and a nice dose of humor. Definitely would watch a side story about Doctor Pei Shou Yi. He might just be favourite character in this show, despite being a supporting role. The pairing of Zhou Shu Yi and Gao Shi De had a nice organic feel, they genuinely seemed like two young guys trying to figure out their drama, but there weren't any melodramatics that felt forced. I also liked that the humor and feel of this was a little anime-esque during some scenes, which was fun. Especially some of Zhou Shu Yi's moments and facial expressions. It was a great watch. Looking forward to more.

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A Necessary BL for anyone and everyone

I've got to say this is the BL we deserved 5 and 10 years ago. While we were crying over the Clown and I, Bangkok Love, and the more recent Method, we over-ate the copious amounts of BL into the modern era of Tharntype and Until We Meet Again full of nostalgia by how similar the formula still is from older Thai and Japanese BLs.

And no, I didn't forget about those new snack-like BLs coming out of Korea? *chef's kiss*

But this review is about a drama that amalgamates all the things we loved about them and buried deep the things we pretend didn't happen(I'm look at you censored Chinese BLs.).

I feel like if you're a long-running watcher of BL and asian LGBTQ+ shows and movies like I am then you'll appreciate every bit of this cute drama.

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Romantically pleasing with bits of comedy - Very Well Done!

Knowing that it is from Taiwan, I was already expecting a lot from this series and it did not disappoint. It beautifully portrayed the "enemies to lover" trope which is, I would say, common in BL genre but it is a lot better compared to those who proceeded with this kind of storyline. The series started with a glimpse of their past and as the episodes progress, then things got more interesting and the romance made me feel single af.

I loved the pacing of the drama, nothing was too slow nor too fast for this. The characters are wonderfully created and had their own purpose. The main couple is well casted and had pretty huge chemistry, not to mention that they are both good looking.

I would also like to mention how beautiful and comforting it was when dramas put unproblematic and accepting parents for the couple. I loved how there weren't any antagonists here but themselves and their inner conflicts. I liked how relatable this drama is because of its humour, "unrequited love" story, and the romance that sparked a great relationship between the couple.

This drama successfully ignited my heart and I am in awe watching from the start till the end. Everything fell in its right place and I would also vote this as one of the best kissing scenes I've watched with such passion. Nothing was awkward and the story progressed well. This proves that a drama does not need hour-long episodes to be considered good. Along with To My Star, this is a great start for the BL Industry for 2021, I hope that everyone follows.

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beginning of easy story & blue white yellow shirt

this blue white yellow shirt, i don't know its seem i see that shirt in all episode, lol. is it a trend somehow in Taiwan now? i want to have one. haha.
back to review, story are simple and quit fast, but i love it since we don't need to wait too much episode. acting are good, i like both the main actor so much, they have this chemistry specially si de. i guess they make this first season simple to make the story much complicated in the next season, tears and so on. i also i love to see the other couple story i think they are cute, and also the doctor one is still mystery. will surely wait for the next season.

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So refreshing !!

I began this show without any expectations but I ended it being very sad: it's already over!! I really really loved WBL, and I'm very surprised because the story is not that new. The theme is about unrequited love, and it is more a BL than a LGBTQ+ show, as it not really and directly tackled the homosexuality question.

BUT (there is a huge BUT), the story was so fresh! I don't know but everything from the cast (Sam and YU chemistry is precious) to the editing, directing, music, colours.... I like everything, except some sides characters. Some were really unnecessary, and I didn't like the doctor. He was very strange, sometimes even kinda creepy... I like the two friends of Shy Yi though. Sam Lin is a good actor, I like his expressions in WBL.

It's only 6 episodes of 30 min so If you want to take a good time, please watch this show, it really deserves it! I'm so excited about season 2 and I'm also little afraid. But based on the end of the ep 6, I don't think there will be a lot of drama, or at least it will still be kind of "light". Even the last scene was at the same time sad but also funny for me aha.

Finally, I love Sam and YU friendship. I'm not the type of fan who like shipping actors together, I don't really like that. Same, I don't like the all "wife" thing. BUT I admit that I really love seeing Sam and YU together (as friends). There are son funny, so natural and they seem to care and like each other a lot.

(I'm very strict with ratings so don't really mind it, the most important thing is this: I liked this show very much, give it a try).

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This Drama shows that it doesn’t need a new Story to be outstanding

When you see the real facts, this BL isn’t Unique or Outstanding. We’ve got several Cliches, like the school setting, Enemys to Lover, first straight than gay because of the „One“ and even an indicated Love-Triangle.

But when it comes to acting, chemistry, and atmosphere, this one is almost perfect.
The Tragic of the unrequited Love is painfully noticeable just like the struggles of Zhou Shun Yi, thanks to both main actors who carry the whole Drama with their presence and their charisma.
So all in all I’m so happy that there is a second season announced because I want to see their Love growing and very excited about which way this story evolves.

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This was so good!
Some thoughtful writing and even when there was only six episodes I didn't feel like it was rushed or incomplete! It was just the best couple chemistry from the very first scene!!!

I just feel like that ending I don't like it usually when the guy goes away Where Your Eyes Linger and Your Name Engraved both had it and I read it in Call Me By Your Name ages ago and I loved the book so much but the ending left me in a depression hole lol back when there was no thought of a movie so I still haven't gotten over it.

But somehow it felt really frustrating and similar to Call Me when Your Name Engraved did it ffs that movie broke my heart . But in Linger it doesn't feel as heavy because the overall feel of the show is light angst and honestly this one is even lighter angst so I wasn't hurt by the end just a little disappointed.

I generally don't like bittersweet endings ngl so that's probably just me I prefer either Happy Endings or just plain tragedy. Because tragedy is when someone literally dies for another person. That's HEA for the couple right? But Call Me By Your Name and Engraved where one person chickens out or "goes away" leaving someone you're supposed to love STRANDED just isn't love to me.

So yeah back to WBL I think there's a next season and I won't mind if it becomes a regular thing like History

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A sweet little story made special by the amazing chemistry between the lead actors. Shou Yi & Shi De’s story is, well, it’s nothing original, really. But thanks to the actors, it feels like something more, they honestly elevate the whole thing.

And then there are the things like Shi De’s mother who’s absolutely amazing. The fact that Shou Yi is half-Japanese and they cast a half-Japanese actor so the blend between his Chinese and Japanese is seamless, when he switches between the languages (mainly when he’s startled or emotional), it doesn’t feel forced. Then there’s the intrigue with Shou Yi’s father, introduced in the last episode as an appetizer for what’s to come in S2. And Shi De’s cousin and his emotional issues - and his lost love...

There’s a lot that works for this drama, considering it’s just 6 barely 30 min. episodes. It’s definitely worth it.

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Short, sweet, simply bromance

Actually I was not aware on this Taiwanese drama till I saw someone posted it in Weibo. So I decided to check out the review over here & read most viewers rated highly on this drama. Since it's only 6 episodes with 30 mins per/episode so I just give it a try. Please bear in mind, uni/college dramas is not to my preference so for this drama, I give it an exemption.
True enough this drama did not disappoint me. Why? It's was short, sweet & has simply storyline. Not those lengthy, draggy with repetitive scenes.
I trust most of you have read other reviews on this drama over here so I am not going to repeat it over here.
What capture me most in this drama is how the both ML acted on their roles. It was sooooo captivating & convincing which audiences can feel how both have gone thru & how both felt for each other especially on Gao Shi De role. He has been following or stalking Zhao Shu Yu since they are small around 6 or 7 years old & never give up on trying to be close to Zhao Shu Yu. The development of this story too is decent & well-paced where viewers can see both Gao Shi De & Zhao Shu Yu roles in order to fully understand both.
I like how Gao Shi De secretly whispering to Zhao Shu Yu ear saying that the person that he loves all the time is Zhao Shu Yu & how Zhao Shu Yu reaction after discovering this little secret from Gao Shi De & how he reciprocate the love to Gao Shi De.
I must said this is one of the best bromance or BL drama atm as it's not too cringy but mixture of bitterness, sweetness, sad & happy. It's even better than those normal man & woman relationship in any kdramas or cdramas.
Hopefully the 2nd session is as good as the 1st session as the opening of 2nd session - "WBL - Fighting Mr. 2nd" picks up where the 1st session ended but after 5 years later when both ML are now grown up working adults.
Last & not least this drama has mostly males castings so if you are those who love watching hot or cute guys or boys then this drama you may really consider watching it.

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Taiwan does it again!

We Best Love was way more entertaining than I ever believe it would be. I'm not a fan of enemies to lovers (but it lowkey wasn't?) so my first thought was that I wasn't going to enjoy it, but I was wrong. We Best Love brought on beautiful actors to portray these love-sick puppies and their glorious stories.

Let's Dive In

The production was really nice. The use of lighting and colors was big in this series. The music went perfectly with the overall mood of the series and the flow of the plot was magnificent. There wasn't anything they showed that felt irrelevant to the story; everything was where it needed to be. With a good flowing plot, it was easy to understand the characters and their conflicts.

I really enjoyed our two leads' performances. They felt very authentic and realistic, which with some pairings in BL you just don't get. All intimate scenes were done well, and I could really feel how much they enjoyed each other's company. The only thing that I found kind of hard to believe was how fast Zhou Shu Yi fell for Gao Shi de after he had overheard him confessing his love. He was pretty oblivious, as well as not showing any signs of liking Gao before then so I would've liked for that to have been given some more time. Their relationship felt pretty rushed, but they were cute, so I'm not too upset. We don't see much of Bing Wei and Zhe Yu in a relationship, only that it was subtly hinted at at the very end, so hopefully, we'll see more of them. They seem like they'll be our comedic pairing next season. I liked how helpful Shou Yi was with getting our leads together. The bartender seemed to might have some hidden feelings for him, so let's see where that goes next season. Yu Xin or Zheng Wen's relationship was nice I guess, but sadly I didn't care much for them (Although, Zack Fan is a gorgeous man).

I'm glad that everyone was already so accepting of Zhou Shu and Gao Shi's relationship without having to go through that period of acceptance. Even the mom was super accepting, so it made the watch much lighter. During Zhou Shu's confession, he somewhat uses the forbidden BL term, "I don't like men, I only like you." But in a more passionate way. It pretty much carried me out of the story completely and I was about ready to hang it up. Had that part not existed, this show would have a perfect score.

Overall, I really enjoyed my watch with this show. The first few episodes were a bit difficult for me to watch (like this show took me two weeks to finish when it consisted of 6, 30-minute episodes), but the last three caught onto the plot better and I was in full force afterward. Even though I'm not the biggest fan of enemies to lovers, I still really enjoyed this. As of now, season 2 is on my to-watch list, so hopefully, I will get to that sooner or later.

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