I was already onto this as soon as it was announced. I didn't expect the backlash that came soon after. Nam Yoon Su, the MC, is a very popular actor in Korea, so he already had a large fanbase. Also Kim Go Eun (the movie FMC) is a superstar so...Unfortunately SK is still very conservative and homophobic, so for an actor with such a good reputation and successful career to take such a role.🤭 I have seen him in a few different dramas and I always enjoyed his performances. So I want to support him even more now. I also had the novel on my tbr list for a few years, so now I have to read it soon.
I definitely planned on watching the show as soon as it was announced forever ago! The scriptwriter for this series is also the author of the novel it's based on. He's also a gay man so it's an own voices work as well and a best seller on top of that. Also, I think there are multiple reasons that this series had been getting more backlash from conservatives compared to other lgbt shows: 1) the actors in the show are popular and/or seasoned actors, not just small time kpop idols or new actors trying to make it in the industry by starring in BLs. The show also has a different director for every 2 episodes and there is at least one famous director here as well. 2) The series has been getting promoted like crazy. Multiple trailers, interviews, photoshoots for magazines with the cast and the most recent DAZED Korea shoot also has all the directors, the scriptwriter/author, and so on in the photoshoot as well. This certainly would put a show more on the radar of conservatives than other BL/queer shows that do not get promotion like that. 3) The South Korean government has a fund they can use to support the arts and they gave a sizeable chunk of money to support this project. Conservatives that protested were upset that their tax dollars were being used to "promote homosexuality" These are the reasons that I think there was the sudden backlash that was happening with small protests and why it's a series people should definitely support! I haven't had time to watch it yet but I will for sure
@@macamoo12 very interesting points! I knew the South Korean government had a fund to promote the arts, but honestly I assumed they didn’t fund BLs 😹 I’d never checked into it though. I’m excited to watch it! I can’t wait until I’m less busy 💕
girl, i have just watched the episode 4 but im already crying my heart out, trust me, this is going to be one of the best bl movie ever, its so realistic, sweet but hurtful at the same time. :"
I binged this entire series on Viki yesterday. It was absolutely amazing. Without spoiling anything, after watching this I can understand why the haters were in a huff. This series deals with real life shit. Even though I love a trope heavy BL, this isn’t that. I absolutely loved it but it did make my heart ache a lot. Even though it isn’t the typical BL I hope everyone at least gives it a chance and shows support. The haters can go kick rocks.
I'm not sure if I have that specific Viki subscription they want but I'll investigate 😂 my week is crazy busy but hopefully I'll have time this weekend!
I was already onto this as soon as it was announced. I didn't expect the backlash that came soon after. Nam Yoon Su, the MC, is a very popular actor in Korea, so he already had a large fanbase. Also Kim Go Eun (the movie FMC) is a superstar so...Unfortunately SK is still very conservative and homophobic, so for an actor with such a good reputation and successful career to take such a role.🤭 I have seen him in a few different dramas and I always enjoyed his performances. So I want to support him even more now. I also had the novel on my tbr list for a few years, so now I have to read it soon.
I definitely planned on watching the show as soon as it was announced forever ago! The scriptwriter for this series is also the author of the novel it's based on. He's also a gay man so it's an own voices work as well and a best seller on top of that.
Also, I think there are multiple reasons that this series had been getting more backlash from conservatives compared to other lgbt shows:
1) the actors in the show are popular and/or seasoned actors, not just small time kpop idols or new actors trying to make it in the industry by starring in BLs. The show also has a different director for every 2 episodes and there is at least one famous director here as well.
2) The series has been getting promoted like crazy. Multiple trailers, interviews, photoshoots for magazines with the cast and the most recent DAZED Korea shoot also has all the directors, the scriptwriter/author, and so on in the photoshoot as well. This certainly would put a show more on the radar of conservatives than other BL/queer shows that do not get promotion like that.
3) The South Korean government has a fund they can use to support the arts and they gave a sizeable chunk of money to support this project. Conservatives that protested were upset that their tax dollars were being used to "promote homosexuality"
These are the reasons that I think there was the sudden backlash that was happening with small protests and why it's a series people should definitely support! I haven't had time to watch it yet but I will for sure
@@macamoo12 very interesting points! I knew the South Korean government had a fund to promote the arts, but honestly I assumed they didn’t fund BLs 😹 I’d never checked into it though.
I’m excited to watch it! I can’t wait until I’m less busy 💕
girl, i have just watched the episode 4 but im already crying my heart out, trust me, this is going to be one of the best bl movie ever, its so realistic, sweet but hurtful at the same time. :"
Oh no, I don't like being sad 😭
I binged this entire series on Viki yesterday. It was absolutely amazing. Without spoiling anything, after watching this I can understand why the haters were in a huff. This series deals with real life shit. Even though I love a trope heavy BL, this isn’t that. I absolutely loved it but it did make my heart ache a lot. Even though it isn’t the typical BL I hope everyone at least gives it a chance and shows support. The haters can go kick rocks.
I'm not sure if I have that specific Viki subscription they want but I'll investigate 😂 my week is crazy busy but hopefully I'll have time this weekend!
Omg i can't wait for your review/ reaction
Yay, I'm so glad you liked the dram-addicts name for the community. 🎉
Yesss it's perfect
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