A Heartwarming drama

So I watched the online version that has 40 eps unlike the 46 here

Well, I don't know how to start but in my opinion, it was one of the best chinese dramas I have ever watched. It was so relatable and realistic by the development of the story. What I also really appreciated was, they include other characters stories such as Li Jianjian's friends, especially her bestfriends.

It's true that I was so endeared when the three main characters (Li Jianjian, Ling Xiao and He Ziqiu) , were young and I was litterally binge watching those eps bt then, when they were adults, the feels were not the same but I was still attached / endeared by them. At first, I was touched/moved by one character and it was Ziqiu. Each scene, my eyes teared up when he appeared. I must applaud the child actor who delivered really well his expressions, and the teenager one / the adult one playde by Zhang Xinchen was a realy good actor. Whenever I saw him on screen (but it was mostly at the begining), he made me cry. I really like his character, I wanted to comfort him so bad.
And then, when they came to the story of Lingxiao, I also wanted to comfort him and I hated his mother but I think, it's a pity that in asian countries, they didn't give some professionnal helps (to see a psy) because I know, it was so hard for her since at that time, she lost her daughter. I feel like on one hand I hated her for her behaviour and she hurts her own son, Lingxiao, she litterally destroyed her family, impacted them, especially Lingxiao but on another hand, I feel like I pity her because they didn't help her (I mean to help her healing when she lost her daughter). But the actress was excellent.
I really loved Ziqiu's mother and when I wanted to hate her because she abandoned her son, I didn't hate her when I knew the truth and I'm glad for the ending she got. She's indeed a beautiful person.
Of course, I was jealous of Li Jianjian's relationship with those two haha but seriously, I really loved their dynamics and I don't know why, there was a moment, I wanted her to end with Ziqiu because, even though I knew it was only siblings energy but when they were adults, they were looking good together. But maybe, these two actors would collaborate again later, maybe because I'm sure, the chemi will be there!
I think, The spotlight goes to the dad of Li Jianjian, what a humble man! I really appreciated his character as a father (i think, the best father here) who was here for them.

I don't know what to add but each characters were interesting and relatable (well not everyone but some yes) but anyway, all the actors brought alive these characters. Go ahead teaches us some life lessons, how to be a parent, how to love each other as family (and sometime even when they are not blood releated) and friends and also, how to overcome obstacles in life. It's also true when, we grow up, we migt be not as close as before. It was so real, I felt that.

For the romance part, I honestly wasn't so surprised since I knew at the beginning with some details and differences.

As an Asian, I really relate to them and for me, Go ahead is one of the best slice of life drama and it has now a special place in my heart.

In addition, all the OST bring some magical feelings (well not magic but it brings something to the heart and to complete the drama), Beautiful soundtracks to listen, mostly before sleeping, when it rains or at night. It somehow, comfort us.

Leia Mais

Emotional and thrilling story

Deep down in my heart, it's a 10/10 but because of some details and some parts which are making me roll my eyes and it also got in my nerves, it's a 9,5 but still a great serie. Worth the watch and I personally love everything they managed to show us such as the cultural references and some investigations (people didn't really like actions scenes but I love it). It was not boring for me, it was entertaining from the beginning to the end. But also the romance between the two main leads.

As I'm a Buddhist (yeah I know I don't like to share about religion and on) but I would say, I can relate to it more and I'm enjoying so much with the belief, the past life and the legend of Naga and Garuda.

The production of this show sets the bar high, it has some really beautiful scenes but I didn't really like the pixels and I didn't mean to see everything, it just that if they have to pixelize then, they could use another angle and it still could turn well!
I was a bit annoyed, mainly because some scenes were interesting but they cut it quickly (then maybe it's an editing problem).

But overall, I really appreciate this show and it's the rare one I watched several times lol
Thanks to this, I really love the acting of Billy Patchanon and also Heng Asavarid (he's a great villain, I love to hate him so much as Doctor Chalothorn!! Really he was the high light of this show, he was annoying yet entertaining and got me goosebumps).
I also like the rest of the actors / characters but for me Dr Chalothorn is the high light lol

The final episode was great but at the same it has flaws and there's a part in which I felt it was recap or a fanmade video so I mean, It was not that necessary, they could use this time to add some extra interesting scenes to develop the story (but I would say I didn't mind it but it just, it took "more" time than I thought. )

Lastly, I love that intro song and the rest are cute and nice to listen.

I would rewatch it despite some flaws but I want to say it's still a pefect serie since I really enjoy it.

Leia Mais

Nice costumes, impressive performances

For me, it's a bit hard to rate a TV show but anyway I gave it a 8.5/10 which is normally good.
It's just sometimes, maybe it's their culture or their know-how but they really like to ask some very personal matter to the contestant that makes me feel uneasy / uncomfortable. I know they are quite opened about it but still it's a show you know lol

And there's also some "fights" (verbally but sometimes I know it's fake but for example DJ Nui was getting hit by the other judge (Sena Hoi) because he said something useless or something like that).

But overall, what I like the most it's of course the performances, some are really memorable and also the costumes. However, for the group Jungle War, I expected a bit of variety. There was only the wild rabbit and the three others, all were crows (although they changed it with Water crow, Rainbown crow and if I'm not mistaken, Little crow.. Still it was just different kind of crow LOL
But it was really nice to see 3 different themes (Jungle War, Sky War and Marine War).

So, at the end, that was quite entertaining. It might be pity that isn't subbed for international viewers but if it's about performances I don't think there's the need to translate because music is universal and that I'm sure, everyone could feel the emotions.

Leia Mais

Mixed feelings

This is one of my rare time I've decided to try writing my impressions on a movie in which I feel like I understand it but at the same time, I don't.

I wanted to watch it a while ago and I've taken some time because of diverse reasons and finally, I've watched it by curiosity. I didn't know if it was too vulgar or too violent but I finally gave it a try.

This movie is like an independant, underground (I don't know how to describe it) movie which is not for everyone's cup of tea. Despite a beautiful cinematography, the relationships were natural, acting is nice and some interesting and serious matters to discuss with... The pacing felt a bit too slow for me so it didn't really hooked me or made me want to be invested in the story.

However, it sure left me with some mixed feelings. It's not that I don't like it but I feel bit left out?? Did I regret watching this? Not really.

Leia Mais

One of a kind

3-4 years later I finally watched this and I quite enjoy it.
Although we have to be prepared mentally because it's dark and horrible but the chemistry between the main leads compensate it somehow lol.

The story is sometimes predictable (and not really surprising), a bit confusing but still make you want to watch the next one till the end. It's indeed different from what I've seen in Thai BL (I don't include The Sign, I mean, I was saying from the date released). The acting was quite nice, I love the different settings (in North of Thailand I think?) and interesting story overall and I felt so bad for doctor Bun and her childhood friend but also for other girls..
The side character but important, Rungtiva played by the actress which I first watched her in Ngao ruk luang jai, she was so great in this.

Doctor Bun and Tan look so good together but is it just me or something off (I don't know if it's because it's a bit short and with the case, I didn't think they have times for their relationship?? or maybe I was too focused on the investigation that I even forgot it's BL LOL). However, it was satisfying especially at the end. So it worth the watch.

Leia Mais

Nights full of goosebumps

First of all, I might not know what was Angkhan Khlumpong and haven't listen to it if it's available on youtube but the one I listen from time to time is The Ghost radio on youtube.

Well, normally I would freak out more since it's based on true story but I guess, I had some courageous feels to keep me watching this serie. I don't know if I can say this but I truly enjoyed it, for each story I was so scared and had goosebumps. It was really good, interesting plot, great acting, a really nice atmosphere but I had to agree that some scenes were so dark that I barely saw what's going on lol but overall, it was still creepy and scary, especially because of the makeup and the timing of when a scene is coming!!

I don't know which one is my favorite and or which is more scary... Maybe the fourth (nang ram with the couple which the wife is pregnant) and the fifth with the kid and the ghost (the imaginary friend).
But it was also sad because after all it's dealing with death, it's a bit deep than we thought, it's not only to scary us but to be open-minded about it.

What I also liked was the plotwist, I was easily taken aback by each story.

Leia Mais

A food healing trip

I finally watched this movie a few years later and it was so good.

Even though it was sometimes slow paced but in my opinion, it brought some peaceful feelings and beautiful views on cities and landscapes. It was quite interesting to see two different cultures by bringing local food, not only it was mouthwatering thanks to some dishes but also moving with historical elements between 2 countries and I didn't know about it so it educated me on this part.

I think I love everything in this movie such as the performances of the actors which I didn't know nor watch them in any other movies, the story and step by step discovering / learning with the main character the background of his parents but also his mother and her family. In addition, I myself love food and it's also important to me so I related to it, I feel connected somehow that's why I give a high rating.

It was seriously such a beautiful, heartwarming, healing, moving and comforting movie.

Lastly, thanks to this movie, I want to watch more of the director Eric Khoo but also want to check other projects of other actors, especially Takumi Saitoh's.

Leia Mais

A thrilling show but maybe too short

So this is my first time reviewing a thai TV show and on top of that, on game streaming which I don't really know about it even though I sometimes like to watch on youtube and myself already played some on my phone and on my computer.
So what I'm saying is just a personal feelings and even giving the rating was quite hard.

Honestly, I enjoyed it, it was somehow a bit new and a breath of fresh air. Watching them one by one playing their own game in 5 minutes was nice but I thought it was a bit too short and even in the first ep, I was wondering if it was just too fast to see the potential of the "streamer" and somehow during 8 eps, I felt it was also a bit repetitive. But it still entertaining because they also have team gaming and they gave them 7 minutes to play.

Nonetheless, thanks to the contestants, I discovered some games and I even downloaded two games, it was fun and entertaining. Each person have brought their style of gaming and their presence / their aura. It's a pity that some couldn't pass the next round but I guess, it was maybe scripted but also based on some of the criteria of the show and at the end of the day, it's just a tv show for entertainement and I'm sure even though they didn't pass or didn't win, it doesn't mean they are bad because there are some people who like their style.

I'm a bit disappointed by the lack of special guest even though in 8 eps it's quite short, I wanted to see other celebrities (amateur or pro gaming) and honestly, I won't tell who is the winner but I already thought it might be this person.

Leia Mais

A worth watching serie

This is my first review so my thoughts might messed up because I have plenty of things to say about this serie but I may forgot some things in between! I'm also sorry in advance because English isn't my mother tongue but I'll do my best.

Let's begin with the story, it's quite simple/ ordinary but it's also relatable and realistic.
For the story of Uncle Jim and Wen, I think it's nice to see a bit more mature/ adult relationship, I like that they showed us some complex feelings and the development of it. It's kind of new to watch but feel more real and the chemistry is here.

I appreciate and have a soft spot when it comes to family so I was glad they show us some uncle - nephew relationship and it's not really like all the time joyful / happy unlike Gaipa and his mom. Gaipa and his mom moved me and it was also heartwarming. I feel like, despite the flaws and the quarrels between Jim and his nephew Li Ming, it has a heartwarming feeling.

A special mention about Li Ming's character which is so relatable, especially he represents the teenagers in general in middle of family problems but also his personal feelings. I also like how he thinks.
Now that I can talk about his relationship with Heart, is really, really beautiful, heartwarming, and so endearing. I think, they stole the show and thanks to them, I appreciate more the serie. The character Heart is really interesting because he can show to the audience the way some deaf people would feel. He's like, I don't know how to explain but maybe represents them? The serie kind of spotlight his character even though he's a side one. It makes me want to learn again sign language but in this case, it was a thai sign language so it was still interesting to know.

I don't know anymore what to add but I wanted to say that all the actors have brought their characters to life and it's so convincing and pleasing to watch.

The set up is kind of mesmering, beautiful and pleased to watch. especially the colors that they have chosen. It brought some nostalgic feelings. In addition to that, they sung a Teresa Teng song so it's obviously a bring back memories to some people! The second song is really also beautiful that the first time hearing it, I've got some tears

The restaurant is like home and they make me want to enter their restaurant to eat Chicken rice with them and I also appreciate the chinese culture elements in Thailand, Pattaya.

I know I've repeat myself but Moonlight chicken, despite was a mini-serie, is really a heartwarming and slice of life drama that's worth watching and it left some marks. I certainly rewatch this but mainly for Heart and Li Ming haha

I just love that in this serie, it told different stories, different characters which we can relate and everything / everyone bring like a whole hotpot that we can all enjoy.

Leia Mais

Last Twilight is like a healing book

Since the trailer, I was looking forward to this serie and when I've started the first episode, I was kind of mindblowing.. No, each episode, I was gradually endeared by the story and its characters.

It was like a journey filled with hope, acceptance, and healing. they made me go through some feels (mainly smiling and shed some tears haha), it was a rollercoster. They also captured some beautiful moments, nice and interesting details.

It has some flaws but at the same time, I'm too soft that I found it perfect. I loved everything about it, great production, directing and acting. Jimmy Jitaraphol and Sea Tawinan , the main leads improved in this and they deserve some recognition. The original soundtracks are also so good and so emotional.

Although, I was ok for another ending and I wanted some other extra scenes to be impactful and heartwarming but still, it was a good closure. So either way, I think I'm still happy.

And finally, Last Twilight is not my last memory but rather, one of my best memories forever. It's a slice of life serie that I would like to comeback to watch some good memories.

Leia Mais

It could be better with more episodes

Alright, the journey of Step by Step comes to an end and honestly I'm left with mixed feelings, especially after watching the last episode.

At first, I was so into the story and unlike some people, I really loved the work aspect so it didn't bother me. I liked the slow paced but some scenes could be more developped, it's a pity. I think it seems quite common for the production of DeeHup House even though they bring a nice quality in term of filming, cinematography and colors.

I think, it was quite risky to adapted a very long novel (3 books!) into a serie with 12 eps and as I said, it could be better with a few more episodes so they might not rush things.
There is also, sometimes, problem with editing, I'm sorry, I'm not maybe the good person to talk about it but as a viewer, it makes me unsatisfied and it's sad because I really love the idea, the storytelling. I wish I could rate it higher but then.. Maybe I'm also a bit too generous.

For the acting side, it was alright but then Man Trisanu stood up the most as Boss Jeng. I really like his character but also how he portrayed him with his expressions and how he delivered the lines. I could rate thanks to him 10/10 for the acting but then, I have to think about others and Ben Bunyapol as Pat, since it's his first work, it was alright, not bad but I think it's also because of the writing of his character who is quite childish and has some insecurities due to several reasons.

I wasn't so much fond of the side couple Jaab and Jane/Jen but I felt bad for them. They deserved a better ending.

Nonetheless, despite some flaws, I kind of miss them and miss every Tuesday because it was my comfort serie, I shared, even though I was just a viewer, the feelings, moments and the part of these characters slice of life.

The soundtracks are catchy, easy to listen, I really love it.

And wish the best for all of them and looking forward to their respective works.

Leia Mais