I found this film very endearing. A special friendship that meant the world to both men.

The always remembering Ku's birthday and trying to make it special. That was heartwarming as Ku didn't feel he had anyone that loved him. His feelings for his friend was lovely. This doesn't end happily but I was okay with that because the love between the two of them was solid.

They never spoke of their feelings and yes Ku died but his friend and one time lover showed after a time jump that he loved Ku.