Category: First Impression

DryedMangoez First Impression Reviews written after a premiere episode or premiere week of a television series.

First Impression Review: GMA Network/Viu’s “Slay” Offers Familiarity in a Refreshing Package So Far

Does GMA Network’s Viu original series Slay actually, well, slay? A little bit, perhaps. Based on the first two episodes, the series has no problem setting the stage for what this series is all about. There is a familiarity with many, if not all, of the plot points that are introduced in these opening episodes. But there’s also an interesting bit of freshness and a different vibe here that is not typically seen, if ever, in local television. Whether on a streaming series or on linear TV. And as a First Impression, the episodes certainly offer enough to keep you intrigued.

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First Impression Review: A Strong and Engaging Start for “Secret Relationships”
First Impression Review and Thoughts: TV5’s “Be the Next: 9 Dreamers”
Not Really-First Impression Review: “ThamePo Heart That Skips a Beat”
First Impression Review: Solid Start for GMA Network’s Visually Stunning “Pulang Araw”

GMA Network’s Pulang Araw premiered its first episode on Netflix yesterday and within the first couple of minutes, you will find yourself stunned by some breathtaking and heartbreaking visuals and emotional moments before sort of reverting back to familiar teleserye dynamics. That will be the biggest challenge for this ambitious series, as it is for any Filipino teleserye. How to have the writing and story maintain the momentum from its strong start and be able to match the obviously meticulous production.

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First Impression Review: A Strong Start to Season 3 of “His Man”
First Impression Review: Peacock’s “The Traitors” Returns for Season 2 with More Fun and More Polish
First Impression Review: “Single’s Inferno” Gets Much Needed Refresh for Season 3
First Impression Review: GMMTV’s Thai Adaptation of “Cherry Magic” Off to a Sweet Start
First Impression Review: Deserving Perth and Chimon Carry GMMTV’s “Dangerous Romance”
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