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Forgettable at best; Annoying at worst
- Genre –
Mafia/Romance/BL
- Brief Synopsis –
Protagonist A is a mafia boss and B is a normal student who has just been hurt emotionally and ends up in a one-night stand with A. B wants this to remain a one-night stand but A falls for B and wants to make him his boyfriend. However, A lacks understanding of conventional social norms and his attempts at flirting with B makes the man think A is trying to control him. This leads to B resisting A and running away at every opportunity. A does not give up and chases B and once B is caught, the latter stays with A for a little while before A does something stupid again, prompting him to flee again. The story ends with B finally accepting A.
- Plot and Storyline –
This plot does not contain any plot twists that would make the story memorable in any way. The recurring cycle of B fleeing and then being caught becomes wearisome over time. Unfortunately, the subplot of mafia dynamics and power plays also fails to reach its potential, lacking depth and falling into predictability. The plot ends up quite boring, making you want to skip episodes. The dynamic between the two male leads in this series is notably perplexing. While the audience is aware of their love for each other, subtle hints of this affection only become apparent in the later episodes. In the initial stages, it appears as though one of them is coercing the other into a romantic relationship. While there are occasional sweet moments, they are scarce and widely spaced, failing to evoke the anticipated excitement or a sense of romance. The overall portrayal of their relationship lacks the charm that typically prompts an emotional response from viewers.
- Character Development –
A learns to be less controlling and act more like a normal person. B learns how to deal with A’s eccentricities.
- Acting -
While the leads manage to cultivate chemistry and effectively convey their love for each other in later episodes, their performance in non-romantic scenarios appears awkward and lacks a natural flow. The world constructed within the series comes across as artificial and exaggerated, occasionally even bordering on the absurd. This exaggerated portrayal not only impacts the overall authenticity of the narrative but also undermines the credibility of the characters, at times making the leads seem less convincing or even somewhat comical in certain situations.
- Production Quality -
Decent production quality with somewhat realistic sets and props.
- Writing and Dialogue -
Writing can sometimes be a little cringey.
- Pacing -
Pacing is okay despite the bad writing.
- Themes and Message –
Themes of BDSM and unhealthy relationships are explored.
- Audience Appeal -
Anyone who likes mafia themed shows will probably like it if they don’t have high expectations coming in.
- Standout Moments -
N/A
- Criticisms -
x Writing can get awkward in a lot of places.
x The relationship between A and B doesn't seem healthy at all, making it difficult to root for them.
x There isn't much buildup to the relationship so the audience isn't all that invested in the couple.
x Nothing interesting seem to happen.
- Conclusion -
The decision not to revisit this show stems not only from a personal dislike of the mafia backdrop but also from finding the plot uninspiring and predictably dull. The portrayal of love between the leads fails to capture the same level of romantic allure seen in other shows, and the intimate scenes lack the intrigue and engagement found in more captivating narratives. Overall, the combination of a lackluster plot and less compelling romantic elements contributes to a lack of interest in revisiting this particular series.
Mafia/Romance/BL
- Brief Synopsis –
Protagonist A is a mafia boss and B is a normal student who has just been hurt emotionally and ends up in a one-night stand with A. B wants this to remain a one-night stand but A falls for B and wants to make him his boyfriend. However, A lacks understanding of conventional social norms and his attempts at flirting with B makes the man think A is trying to control him. This leads to B resisting A and running away at every opportunity. A does not give up and chases B and once B is caught, the latter stays with A for a little while before A does something stupid again, prompting him to flee again. The story ends with B finally accepting A.
- Plot and Storyline –
This plot does not contain any plot twists that would make the story memorable in any way. The recurring cycle of B fleeing and then being caught becomes wearisome over time. Unfortunately, the subplot of mafia dynamics and power plays also fails to reach its potential, lacking depth and falling into predictability. The plot ends up quite boring, making you want to skip episodes. The dynamic between the two male leads in this series is notably perplexing. While the audience is aware of their love for each other, subtle hints of this affection only become apparent in the later episodes. In the initial stages, it appears as though one of them is coercing the other into a romantic relationship. While there are occasional sweet moments, they are scarce and widely spaced, failing to evoke the anticipated excitement or a sense of romance. The overall portrayal of their relationship lacks the charm that typically prompts an emotional response from viewers.
- Character Development –
A learns to be less controlling and act more like a normal person. B learns how to deal with A’s eccentricities.
- Acting -
While the leads manage to cultivate chemistry and effectively convey their love for each other in later episodes, their performance in non-romantic scenarios appears awkward and lacks a natural flow. The world constructed within the series comes across as artificial and exaggerated, occasionally even bordering on the absurd. This exaggerated portrayal not only impacts the overall authenticity of the narrative but also undermines the credibility of the characters, at times making the leads seem less convincing or even somewhat comical in certain situations.
- Production Quality -
Decent production quality with somewhat realistic sets and props.
- Writing and Dialogue -
Writing can sometimes be a little cringey.
- Pacing -
Pacing is okay despite the bad writing.
- Themes and Message –
Themes of BDSM and unhealthy relationships are explored.
- Audience Appeal -
Anyone who likes mafia themed shows will probably like it if they don’t have high expectations coming in.
- Standout Moments -
N/A
- Criticisms -
x Writing can get awkward in a lot of places.
x The relationship between A and B doesn't seem healthy at all, making it difficult to root for them.
x There isn't much buildup to the relationship so the audience isn't all that invested in the couple.
x Nothing interesting seem to happen.
- Conclusion -
The decision not to revisit this show stems not only from a personal dislike of the mafia backdrop but also from finding the plot uninspiring and predictably dull. The portrayal of love between the leads fails to capture the same level of romantic allure seen in other shows, and the intimate scenes lack the intrigue and engagement found in more captivating narratives. Overall, the combination of a lackluster plot and less compelling romantic elements contributes to a lack of interest in revisiting this particular series.
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