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GREAT STORYLINE AND CAST! FRIENDSHIP TURNED INTO LOVERS!
First of all Phu and Nun is so good and the chemistry is undeniable. On the other hand, Party, this guy...why always this guy is a minor character!!?? He got a lead role in one of the BL series i watched and i forgot the title because its forgettable (LOL), it;s because of the storyline and the characters around him. Boss is a great actor don't get me wrong! He has all the qualities of a good "TOP" (Lead), he's handsome, the charisma and oh my god the eyes and lips.... I just hope he will be in a better BL series where the story doesn't suck because a guy like him deserves much!Going back to Nan and Phu, i always love this kind of BL where friends turns into lovers kind of thing. I love where Phu is so reserved and concealed about his feelings just to protect Nun and their friendship. He's feelings for Nun is like a volcano that's ready to burst anytime (well they burst in episode 10....together....LOL).
I just can't understand why this series is so underrated if not ignored on social media, because I couldn't see anyone talking about this masterpiece.
I just wish they could've stretched it till episode 11 or 12 where Phu meets his mum and introduce Nun or something like that. Their wedding could've been a great additional episode.
I'VE HAD A FAIR SHARE OF BL DRAMAS AND THIS IN PARTICULAR IS GREAT! IT HAS ALL THE ELEMENTS THAT A BL SERIES SHOULD HAVE. FRIENDSHIP TURNED INTO LOVERS IS SOMEWHAT CLICHE IN ROM-COM BUT IF THE STORYLINE IS GOOD, IT WILL SURELY WORK. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND "THE PROMISE"!!!
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One mistake in the storyline
A good performed and directed BL show, with characters dislplayed quite well, but not a real development in them. Professional created never the less. AND not the Thai Bl typical "oh no kissing" or shouting "pervert" or such when it comes to body contact. And thankfully no anoying female character interfering ... This is not meant as antifeminist statement! ... But the end ... I have seen another VL with MH17 in as reason for the end of that relation ... I feared the same here ... But luckily NO! But why the hell got Nan later home than the anounced missed flight which got off later, despite being upgraded to an earlier flight? A later flight would be logic! And about the change of flight Gigi could/should/must have known ... or is/was Ken not communicatiing the change after the news about a desaster???That twist for drama in the end was useless and makes the the show less adorable and sorry less professional and logic. (Don´t tell me we need no logic in BLs) a propos drama ... why are Thai BLs or or Lakorns with seemingly no tears when the actors cry? I can´t remember seeing one actor sobbing and crying out their souls with tears ...
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It tests your patience lol
I'll start with, I do love the ending. It has a lovely closure for everyone and ever element involved. But, the execution could be better. It feel really rushed in last 3 episodes or so. So, its not pleasant to watch towards the end,. The only saving grace is the good ending, otherwise, I'd be real pissed lolIt started out really great until it starts testing your patience. I mean, EVERYONE knows they like each other, but they don't?! Oh, cmon! lol...If only they stop dragging the confession, the last 3 episodes wouldn't have been rushed, then it'd be a nicer drama from audience pov.
Otherwise, I love both the ML, and both of them is hot af! Like, face, body, and everything. They are my favorite shipped couple now. Also, this is one of BLs where they finally cast all handsome male actors together. Honestly it shouldnt be that hard right? If other drams could put more effort in this, it'd be nicer for our eyes lol
Now, is this show perfect? No.
But, it isn't as bad as what everyone makes it out to be either.
I hope to see this couple again, but probably in a better drama next time
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Os protagonistas brilharam do inicio ao fim, trazendo diversas camadas de atuações que variavam com total brilho entre a comédia e o drama, e isso foi uma característica predominante da história foi o bom uso dos protagonistas.
No geral foi um drama emocionante, comovente e quem emocionou em vários momentos quem acompanhou semana a semana essa história de dois amigos que se amavam desde o principio, e nem 10 anos de separação mudou esse amor que foi enraizado desde a infância.
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Natural acting from the leads!
I may be a minority here. I will not comment on the story or direction or the plot. I will only focus on the acting of the two lead actors. They are quite good and they did their best effort considering the script and direction they got. Quite natural acting I must say. Look at Nan's eyes when he emotes. Listen to Phu's different nuances when he talks...The emotions were internalized and you can just feel them when they act even in a subtle manner.I wish more movies for these two good actors...
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Fun and loving series
The series is fun and has fluff and good drama and comedy. There is good chemistry among the cast and leads. You can feel the longing and love shared with Phu and Nan felt even after 10 he went missing. It's very light heart and does a good job telling the story and showing the development and growth. I am not too much a fan of Nan's other best friend Party always manipulates Phu to do favors for Nan and their job. The only real part that I really hated was the move to China, which was not needed especially when they just got together, that was messed up for the company especially when they know they were together. I felt that took away from the story and no needed drama. The ending was very surprising with the twist of development I will leave you to see that for yourself. I enjoyed this series very much was a sweet take on long last love and how even after 10 years will always find each other. Beautifully put together and I look forward to them coming together again.Esta resenha foi útil para você?
How slow do you like your slow burn?
Think the slowest burn possible. (Well, maybe Aziraphale and Crowley are slower.) But the thing about a slow burn is there must be a continuous supply of heat, and I do think these actor brought a great deal of warmth to this couple.The settings and people are beautiful, and the simmering pain of being unable to ask for what you want is REAL. You can tell this is a cousin to KinnPorsche but with less crime and more coffee.
I'd have loved better pacing, some dramas could have moved quicker, and others slower. But for me, the payoffs were worth it.
There were some characters that were 2 dimensional and used poorly, but unlike so many BLs this had real space for some supporting cast. Grandma and her crew were perfection. And Where are all the awards for the kids playing the 11 year old Phu and Nan?
I can see there was an intention of a second season and I hope they come back to that idea.
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Too forced the finale…
I was really interested in the serie ar the beginning, but as some of you wrote, not much happened, or happened too slowly. But what most disappointed me was the finale…my goodness, going to China from Thailand is no reason for drama. There are planes, lime, WhatsApp, FaceTime, and of course, as said, planes. Also the situation created about the plane crash was really forced. We didn’t have the time to enjoy them as a couple. It seems unreal the end. I thought Nan was a ghost! Why don’t the writers, in those more matures BLs, write situations like prepare a wedding (wonderful in this series), the wish to adopt a child, matters that would be much more adult. Also, the side couples were barely solved at the end. Even Phu’s brother find the young guy.. Party, job…What happened to the farm…I felt frustrated. I am actually tired of the student bls, at universities. It would be nice to have sure young couples, but trying something better than untrust, people who want to destroy relationships and noisy people, like the end of the episode 9. I found the main actors gorgeous, but like Phu, I got tired of his slow motion, almost stoped. And Nan should have know why he disappeared and also the fact that Phu did the same university because of a promise to Nan’s father…things that would create better and not cheap feelings, with some drama of course. But I feel the situations created were sometimes incoherent and forced. I wouldn’t say to anybody not to watch the series, but I would like to see more BLs that give including more material for the legalization of same sex marriage in Thailand and other countries. There are already many good ones with more adult situations. This one failed for me… By the way, what I was referring before as bls with different content is like Papa & Dady, and I Told Sunset about you, among others.Esta resenha foi útil para você?
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Made me feel good
Ok, I cannot gather my thoughts to write this review for last 10 days. So I will keep it very short. As short as I am capable of doing.If you are picky BL lover this might not be for you. The Promise is somewhat in between when it comes to the quality. It is not a masterpiece nor massive produced soapy romance, in my humble opinion. Even though it goes toward soapy dramas. I honestly expected tragedy because it starts with – inspired by actual events...hopefully this one is just as 99% of BLs, the one with the happy ending.
Originality: Well 6 .5/10 – childhood friends future lovers plot but it brought me some sense of warmth
Acting: It was fine by me, I loved the chemistry. Kissing was so-so, but the last scene of intimacy kinda looked good
Flaws: Unbalanced plot, some unimportant things were dragged and some were rushed but they needed more development
Conclusion: I do not believe it is waste of time, because I cannot remember when was the last time I was watching pilot episode (in this case two episodes) that hit me with that warm and fuzzy feeling. It made me wanting to watch it so bad. My review is not harsh, I am solemnly focused on my feelings. I enjoyed the mood, I did not enjoy the waiting (so I envy the bingers now).
Overall, I ended up loving this more than I thought I would. This is a decent watch and I possible re-watch some of the episodes but not sure just yet!
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Unexpectedly good
when i started watching this series, i wasn't expecting much to be honest. However, it was surprising good and got my attention from the 1st ten minutes and i got really excited.there were some scenes that made me laugh so loud. such as the slow motion school incident. it was hilarious.
it's just i wish that Fah had realized and confessed his love to Phu, i believe it would have been so much better and prettier this way.
there were 2 scenes that i felt it was laking more emotions. 1st, when they met again after 10 years, 2nd when Fah got bk to Thai after 1 year. it didn't really felt like they were surprised or excited or anything.
overall, nice series. good looking cast with great acting. give it a try
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What an unexpected nice surprise
I started to watch this without high expectations so in the end I was nicely surprised. I think as I get older I really appreciate when there is a bl with adult characters. These two were both stunning and they had amazing chemistry. Their visuals fit perfectly the story and loved the throwbacks. It kinda gives it more depth. The story wasn't really that original but I liked it anyway. Friends to lovers is a good plot if done well and these two definitely delivered it. I kinda wish there was more with these two cause I would definitely watch it.Esta resenha foi útil para você?
Great life meaning!
Menceritakan tentang persahabatan antara nanfah dan phupa sejak kecil, mereka melewati banyak sekali rintangan dan cobaan hidup ; walaupun seperti itu mereka tetap bisa mengatasi dan melewatinya. Jika kalian ingin sekali menonton bL dengan great life meaning, series ini menjadi salah satu pilihan terbaik. Alur yang dibawakan menurutku sangat apik ya karena dimulai sejak mereka kecil sampai dewasa. Beberapa scene mungkin akan menaik turunkan emosi anda di sini, dari segi dialog mudah difahami ya walaupun sebagainya lagi tricky, sedangkan dari segi warna ; dua karakter punya perbedaan yang cukup jauh, phupa dengan warna coklat mattenya sedangkan nanfah dengan warna-warna cerah pastel. Beberapa karakter lain di sini menurutku punya peranan yang penting, walaupun beberapanya lagi bahkan terkadang tenggelam. Sikap Phupa yang penuh rasa khawatir membuat series ini punya kehangatan, sedangkan nanfah yang tidak bisa ditebak membuat series ini bikin kita penasaran. Apakah kalian tertarik? jika ya saya sangat rekomendasikan series yang satu ini.Esta resenha foi útil para você?
