Impressions

When “I Told Sunset About You” and My Dreams Came True

We are not what other people say we are. We are who we know ourselves to be, and we are what we love. That's OK.-Laverne Cox —Edited By Dɾαɱα_Lʅαɱα The words above reverberate throughout the show, leaving viewers with a sense…

krishnanaidu88January 14, 2021

Pinoy Series Impressions

GagaOOlala: Happenstance [Initial Review]

Magic is an unusual and unpredictable happenstance of events that can surround a person. It's not just fireballs or witches but sometimes simpler, more unusual things like a letter from 1970 falling out of a ceiling today. No one was…

bestwishes1986January 8, 2021

Chinese Series Impressions

Ultimate Note | 终极笔记 Episodes 1-18 [Review]

Popular Chinese streaming portal IQIYI has certainly upped its game plan for producing and marketing outrageous and daring Chinese BL content. After the recent success of their sports-based drama "Hikaru Na Go," IQIYI has set the screen ablaze with their…

krishnanaidu88January 6, 2021

Korean Series Impressions

Color Rush | 컬러 러쉬 (2020) [Initial Review]

What would it be like if you could only see the world in shades of black, white, and gray? As if you existed inside an old black and white movie before the development of Technicolor, or all the Kansas scenes…

Dɾαɱα_LʅαɱαJanuary 2, 2021

Korean Series Impressions

Wish You: Your Melody in My Heart | 나의 마음속 너의 멜로디 (2020) [Series Review]

Sadly, Wish You has come to an end. Concluding with the same powerful music, cinematography, and beautifully sensual chemistry that made it a fast favorite for me, this drama left me satisfied and thirsty for more. (more…)

Dɾαɱα_LʅαɱαDecember 30, 2020

Movies

Your Name Engraved Herein 您的名字刻在这里 [Review]

So you can like girls, but I can't like boys? Is your love bigger than the love I give? What's the difference between your love & mine? ~ Jia-Han Valid. If I were only allowed one word to describe the…

Dɾαɱα_LʅαɱαDecember 29, 2020

Japanese Series Impressions

Cherry Magic! | チェリーマジック！ [Series Review]

Adapted from a Manga written by Yuu Toyota, Sanjūsai made Dōtei Da to Mahōtsukai ni Nareru rashii (Cherry Magic/Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!) is the story of Kiyoshi Adachi, a thirty-year-old virgin who gains…

Dɾαɱα_LʅαɱαDecember 29, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Why Love Why – Episode 1 [Review]

It's rare for a show to turn away from the status quo established by the countless ones that came before. "Why Love Why" does just that in two diverse settings in its first five minutes of screen time—one of wealth…

bestwishes1986December 25, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

#Influencers the Series – Episode 1 [Review]

In this chaotic world in which we live, where love seems to be a rare feeling that can't be held by everyone, what will happen if two lost souls meet each other? Under the starlight, a bond is created through…

Mals!December 23, 2020

Thai Series Impressions

Tonhon Chonlatee – ต้นหนชลธี (2020) – Episode 3 [Review]

This review might be short and sweet because I have almost the same thoughts about this episode that I did with Episode 2. The one problem I had with that episode was the character Tonhon, and that still stands for…

NoSleep4DramasDecember 18, 2020

Chinese Series Impressions

Hikaru No Go 棋魂 Episodes 25 – 36 [Review]

Have you ever watched a drama that left a void in your heart after it was over? That empty feeling that persists after continually recalling the sweet moments that tug at your heartstrings? For me, "Hikaru Na Go" will be…

krishnanaidu88December 16, 2020

Thai Series Impressions

Manner of Death | พฤติการณ์ที่ตาย Episode 3 [Review]

Manner of Death took a detour into a romantic thriller with the crime element being served as a hot side dish. While Bun is hellbent on getting #JusticeforJaneJira, forces outside of the law pull out all stops to end this…

krishnanaidu88December 11, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Pearl Next Door (2020) – Episodes 4 – 5 [Review]

"All is Fair in Love and War." The title of Pearl Next Door Episode 5 is the perfect definition for this series. It is an emotional tug of war between three women that left me feeling battered more than satisfied. …

Dɾαɱα_LʅαɱαDecember 11, 2020

Chinese Series Impressions

Hikaru No Go 棋魂 Episodes 13 – 24 [Review]

This is the first time that I actually feel nervous doing an episodic review. It might sound strange, but I'm unsure of doing full justice to this magnificent saga, which has me hooked from the beginning! While the first twelve…

krishnanaidu88December 7, 2020

Korean Series Impressions

Wish You: Your Melody in My Heart | 나의 마음속 너의 멜로디 (2020) Episodes 1 & 2 [Review]

Do you ever sit back, watch a Kpop music video, and wonder what it would be like if two of your favorite artists ever fell in love? If you said yes, then I have good news for you because the…

Dɾαɱα_LʅαɱαDecember 5, 2020

Thai Series Impressions

Manner of Death | พฤติการณ์ที่ตาย Episodes 1 & 2 [Review]

Crime thrillers are my weakness. If you ask me to choose between a romantic saga or a mind-blowing thriller, I would always choose the latter. But unfortunately, the Thai BL genre is littered with shows that literally have no substance…

krishnanaidu88December 3, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Pearl Next Door (2020) – Episode 3 [Review]

If you look up the definition of the word "awkward," it wouldn't surprise me if it included the opening sequence of Pearl Next Door Episode 3. A confession, avoidance, and a semi-rejection all in the first minutes set the stage…

Dɾαɱα_LʅαɱαDecember 2, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Better Days (2020) – Episode 2 [Review]

Episode 2 starts with Kian looking for Aron, who he finds deep in contemplation, applying for the scholarships. Aron hides the application from Kian, and the pair head out for a walk. During the walk, Kian attempts to shoot a…

bestwishes1986December 1, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

90 Days the Series (2020) Episodes 4 – 6 [Review]

To me, the hardest breakups have always been friendship breakups. Words can't describe how painful it knows that this person you called friend will never be a part of your life anymore. I've cried more over ending relationships with friends…

JoNovember 29, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Ben X Jim Episode 5 (2020) [Review]

In the first parts of this episode, we get to see Jim at his most inconsistent and indecisive, almost to the point where it's hard to care for him anymore as a character. After actively flaunting the lovey-dovey relationship Jim…

krishnanaidu88November 29, 2020

Chinese Series Impressions

Hikaru no Go 棋魂 Episodes 1 – 12 [Review]

I had been putting off watching this show, but then friends on Twitter started tweeting about it. The tweets caught my attention and got me pretty intrigued. The reviews were astounding, and I wondered why. One answer lies in this…

krishnanaidu88November 28, 2020

Thai Series Impressions

Chance To Love (LBC2) – Episode 9 [Review]

While Tin and Can are slowly settling into relationship bliss and getting to know each other, some shocking truths tumble out of the closet. We finally get a glimpse at the naïve lost kid whose trust was impeccably broken. As…

krishnanaidu88November 27, 2020

Thai Series Impressions

Tonhon Chonlatee – ต้นหนชลธี (2020) – Episode 2 [Review]

Episode 2 of Tonhon Chonlatee gave me mixed feelings that will affect this review. There were some great things about this episode and one glaring thing about this episode that I did not like. I know that there are reasons…

NoSleep4DramasNovember 27, 2020

Thai Series Impressions

My Gear Your Gown (2020) Episodes 4 – 6 [Review]

At the end of episode 3, I wondered how exactly a person who loved Itt, at first sight, does not believe in Love anymore? I found myself lacking interest in the lead story, even with all the hooks. I return…

PratsNovember 26, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Pearl Next Door (2020) – Episode 2 [Review]

I should probably start this second review off by saying that I have a serious crush on Alex. I'm hoping with every fiber of my being that, at some point, she does not become the antagonist of this series. Then…

Dɾαɱα_LʅαɱαNovember 26, 2020

Chinese Series Impressions

The Silent Criminal 无主之战 [Series Review]

As soon as iQiyi, one of the most popular streaming portals, started promoting "The Silent Criminal," I had a feeling that this show would be slightly bent towards the regular "Romance Wrapped in Bromance" genre. I was suffering from Chinese…

krishnanaidu88November 25, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Ben X Jim Episode 4 (2020) [Review]

This episode left me more frustrated than ever. Everything was well in the "BenxJim" household until Jim's girlfriend appears out of nowhere and crashes into Ben's dreams. The fact that Jim is aware of Ben's feelings towards him makes it…

krishnanaidu88November 23, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Boys Lockdown – Episodes 1 – 3 [Review]

When the series was announced, I was a little skeptical to watch it. Because let's be honest, we have many stories set in Quarantine times and love happening online. But Pinoy BLs have managed to stay away from any…

PratsNovember 22, 2020

Thai Series Impressions

Tonhon Chonlatee – ต้นหนชลธี (2020) – Episode 1 [Review]

First and foremost, I want to thank Psycho-milk for letting me be a guest reviewer. I love blogging and writing about dramas so the more I get to do the better. This format of review and drama is all new…

NoSleep4DramasNovember 21, 2020

Thai Series Impressions

Oxygen the Series ออกซิเจนเดอะซีรีส์ (2020) – Episode 10 [Review]

This episode served as a reminder that all good things come to an end, sooner or later. As Solo and Gui come to terms with Moon's situation and try to make things easier for the adorable yet lost kid, tragedy…

krishnanaidu88November 20, 2020

Chinese Series Impressions

Scumbag System 穿书自救指南 – 2020 Episode 8 [Review]

As Shen Yuan finally wakes up from the "Nightmare", the system won't let him rest in peace. He wants to avoid the "Endless Abyss" storyline at costs, but the system yet again puts a tent in his plans with points…

krishnanaidu88November 20, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Quaranthings the Series Episodes 8, Finale [Review]

Coming out isn't just about coming out to other people. It's also about coming out to yourself. It's about overcoming the belief that you're unacceptable. It's about finding acceptance and pride in who you are. (more…)

Dɾαɱα_LʅαɱαNovember 17, 2020

Thai Series Impressions

Oxygen the Series ออกซิเจนเดอะซีรีส์ (2020) – Episode 9 [Review]

This episode served as an answer to quite a lot of prudent questions that had been looming over the horizon. Solo and Gui's return to the farm bought a fresh perspective about the School's affairs and also shed light on…

krishnanaidu88November 17, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Ben X Jim Episode 3 (2020) [Review]

After Jim's farcical declaration of his and Ben's relationship, Jim and Leo ended up bashing each other. It's rather comical because just that morning, Ben and Jim were at odds with each other, and now how the tables have turned.…

krishnanaidu88November 16, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Oh Mando Episode 1 (2020) [Review]

I must admit that I had my prejudices in full force when I heard about this show. Honestly, the only reason I'm watching this new Pinoy BL is Kokoy de Santos, my golden curly-haired boy wonder from "Gameboys the Series."…

krishnanaidu88November 15, 2020

Thai Series Impressions

Chance To Love (LBC2) – Episode 8 [Review]

After last episode's conclusion of Tin and Can becoming a couple, everyone else deals with losing the soccer championship in various ways. While Tin and Can are having romance, Techno is rejecting Kengkla over his lies. To make Can feel…

bestwishes1986November 13, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Better Days (2020) – Episode 1 [Review]

Directed by Carlo Obispo comes the Pinoy BL web series "Better Days" available via YouTube at the UnframedFilm channel. This series tells the story of Kian and Aron as they work together to bring back to life a failed restaurant.…

bestwishes1986November 13, 2020

Taiwanese Series Impressions

Because of You (2020) Series Review: A Family’s Journey to Love and Acceptance

The family dynamic is always interesting but rarely do we see it take center stage in a BL series as much as Because of You (2020). (more…)

andreadeleNovember 8, 2020

Thai Series Impressions

Oxygen the Series ออกซิเจนเดอะซีรีส์ (2020) – Episodes 7 – 8 [Review]

The current episodes bought to light some major issues concerning both of our main couples. While Solo and Gui are accosted with his father's issues, Phuri and Kao are finally in the "getting to know each other" phase in Episode…

krishnanaidu88November 8, 2020

Pinoy Series Impressions

Quaranthings the Series Episodes 7 [Review]

There is nothing more frustrating than trying to grasp something we just realized we wanted only to be met with a brick wall. Brick wall meet Rocky. Rocky meet brick wall. Episode 7 of Quaranthings the Series is all about…

Dɾαɱα_LʅαɱαNovember 8, 2020

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