DryedMangoez reviews of television series, films and music.
I wrote my “First Impression” Review after already watching nine episodes of GMMTV’s ThamePo: Heart That Skips a Beat. But the four episodes since essentially reinforced my not-so first impressions from then. A talented young cast, engaging romance, and an unexpectedly deep portrayal of the entertainment industry and fan culture have made ThamePo‘s 13 episodes thoroughly satisfying.
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.
Secret Relationships will now be one of the few series I’ll be following week-to-week. And actually, the very first Korean BL series I’ll be watching live as it airs! Based on the first episode, I think I’ll be happy to have it be my first!
Finally got a chance to check out the WeTV original series Peach of Time (시간의 복숭아). And it is interesting watching what is one of the early Korean BL series after having already watched a couple that have been released since. I think that might have affected how I take the series overall. But in trying to be as fair to the series as I can, Peach of Time has a charming cast that effectively helps to bring to life a legitimately emotional story.
Kissable Lips (깨물고 싶은) is yet another Korean web series held back by the limitations of its format and platform. A solid premise and excellent chemistry by its lead stars Kim Ji Woong and Yoon Seobin do their best to try and make up for the shortcomings of the rest of the series. But it ultimately ends as a quick, but unsatisfying watch.
TV5’s “Be the Next: 9 Dreamers” gets off to a shaky start, but shows improvements.
Deliverers in every sense of the word. The Boonboomgers were deliverers in the heroic sense, saving and rescuing those in danger and helping people in need. The Boonboomgers also made literal deliveries, whether special moments for schoolkids or curry lessons to a friend or even sketchy government secret missions.
But the Boonboomgers’ biggest and best delivery was probably being able to deliver to us, the fans and viewers, an excellent season this past year.
TYPE OF REVIEW : FIRST IMPRESSION REVIEW BIG spoilers up to Episode 9. Click here for Hindsight Review. So I was going to write and post this before Episode 9…
Overall, this was a wonderful movie and a perfect representative of what Boonboomger is all about.
A mix of romance, family, comedy, drama and slice of life goodness along with the right amount of nostalgia, a welcome sincerity, depth, warmth and irresistible charm: Love Next Door is one of the best feel-good and resonant series you will be able to find and enjoy.