Theory of Love (2019)

OffGun I'm sorry this sucks!

I fell in love with OffGun after watching Not Me, and as much as I was ready to love Theory of Love, I ended up hating it and wishing I could get my time back.

Gun is a wonderful actor and he gave a beautiful performance...Off as well...but the acting cannot save a terribly written script, crazy directing, and psychotic editing.

There were moments where I thought the editor must have been drunk--scenes jumping around without evolving naturally, they were having a lovely moment together in their room where you felt their relationship could grow, then suddenly it's the next evening at a noisy club. At some point I thought I was watching a bunch of trailers strung together.

And the writer was 100% burned out~WHY did Khai fall in love with Third when he was such a playboy and totally straight? WHY is Two at first hopelessly in love with Lyn...and when he's finally about to get with her he finds out some guy he hates actually likes him and dumps Lyn to be with him?? How does any of this make sense??

In the first half of the series Gun cries so much that I began timing it to about every 5 minutes...at that point it's not moving anymore it's kind of ridiculous. They spend the entire series in conflict over simple misunderstandings, and then towards the end settle into a pretty toxic relationship in my opinion where Khai is constantly afraid of losing Third and is always in the doghouse.

Another reviewer mentioned the misogyny in the series and I agree. I expected more from a genre that is touted as "for women by women." There is so much objectification, beautiful but average looking girls treated like they're unattractive and unlovable.

Last but not least, Off's character is dressed up like Hillary Clinton on vacation in every scene.

I still love OffGun and I will watch other series just to see them, but I am definitely not rewatching this one. Not Me, you really set the bar high!!!

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When I was starting watching Thai bl series, in my suggestions are different bl's but the title of Theory of love really caught my eye so I watched it. I was really shocked because at the very first episodes, you'll immediately bombarded by emotional scenes made by Gun, I really can relate to how Third feels, you like your bestfriend but you're too scared to tell them because of how will they react, I was really annoyed by Gun because he's being an idiot for khai despite the things he did to him, but I somehow relate to him as someone who cannot move on easily even knowing that they already hurt me, it's because you love that person, and for khai, Who wouldn't be annoyed with him in athe series? Being ungrateful to his friends, but in the end, he learned his lesson in the hard way and prove himself that he can change, people who say that their relationship is toxic as friends is already toxic, I agree with you but we have been toxic to someone's lives without knowing, for me they both grew in the emotional ways possible lol, as for the white and man, White's and An's was kinda unexpected, we wish that they could have more moments together as a couple, but they also grew well while Man, it's really sad that his love was one-sided, people who find their relationship weird, give them a break, they met before knowing that they are a teacher-student, and they are in almost in the same age, also they are in college, I don't find anything wrong with that, I honestly loved Man, despite knowing he had the chances to win the girl, he still went to talk her about it with her fiancee, despite man being an asshole to Gun in telling khai about Gun's feeling, he was mature in a way. I think the cast was perfect for this series, this was OffGun's first own bl series after Puppy honey love, this ship is already real as it is, Gun is already a amazing actor, he did his part well, same goes for Off who did his best in doing this series. Theory of love is honestly one of the best bl I've watched, it's different and good, it will really hook you up despite the emotional scenes. Proud Babi here : )))

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i feel what third do. i realize that we need to love our self first. and if we has love to other person don't shy to tell her or him because in the end of the day if he or she not love you back at least we our self express the love to the person we love. it's not about the movie is about you personally. movie is a fiction but the person you love is real.
sometimes we down our self because we think or scared to be failure. but if we go out in our comfort zone we realize that we had person who love us our FRIENDS. But sometimes we need have inspiration in our life to motives our goals or dreams in life. maybe one day we find out our true love soon.. we life here not alone..

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Where to start with this? I’m really not getting the love for this show. I thought it was pretty dire.

The main couple were utterly unlikeable and I was not invested in them at all, they both should be with other people from the start. They had zero chemistry all the way through. I really did not feel them. Khai was mean and a bad friend. Third was whiny and pathetic.

I like Off as an actor, but this role did him no favours. As for Gun - did never change from the two expressions of pouty/sulky?

I was rooting for the side couple way more than the main one. White was great (note to self to watch Waterboy). I also love Mike whom I first saw in 2Gether - but his story was depressing until the end.

By episode 5 I was ready to give up but I wanted to see if it got any better. It did not.

Other things to comment on. What was with the little man bags Khai sported? I’m so out of fashion! Khai reminded me of Blaine from Pretty in Pink.
Why does Third wear such unflattering oversized clothes?
Why did Third never take off his backpack?
Why did no on all an Ambulance when Khai came of his bike?

The fact that I am picking at petty things just shows how dull this show was. It ha promise, but the lack of chemistry between the two leads was a huge failure. I know they are friends in real life but in this show even the friendship seemed forced.

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I cannot express how infatuated I am with this series! The production quality of this series was superb and I feel in-love with the artsy, film student aesthetic of the show. I enjoyed the performances of the cast members, especially Gun's ability to completely embody his character and express it in such a realistic manner, as well as White's improvement since I first saw him in the Lovesick series. I also enjoyed the chemistry between the main couple (Off gun) as their relationship on-screen appeared so realistic and genuine and not so much as two actor's doing their job. Though, while this series is more on the angst side and not filled to the brim with over-the-top cuteness and lovey-dovey moments, I surprisingly got a sadistic kick from the constant conflict, misunderstandings, and clashing. I tend to stray from these types of series, but TOL done it in a way that inhibited me from being able to put it down. Overall, while I do wish we got the chance to see more development with the side couples and got to see more romantic moments with the main couple, this show was amazing and definitely recommend this to anyone who is willing to get emotionally-invested in the characters and probably cry more than once!

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Story 8.0/10
This story is about Third's struggles hiding his feelings from his womanizer best friend, Khai. I loved the concept of this story so much, it was so angsty! I don't see this concept played out very well in dramas because the best friend barely concerns his feelings so there never is much angst, but in this drama, the writer's made Third act like a real person who is afraid of losing their best friend. I think anyone afraid of their feelings ruining a friendship would act the way Third does. The realistic aspect of the story is what has made it one of my favorite dramas.

Acting/Cast 10/10
I loved the cast in this drama! I think I loved it this much because of how amazing all of the actors were. Gun and Off were so expressive in the simplest ways which made it so enjoyable. Throughout the series, Gun's character kept his feelings at bay so he was unable to really express his heart, but Gun was such an amazing actor that I could see the pain that Third felt in his eyes and through subtle changes in behavior. Also, I HATED Khai in the beginning which tells you the actor is amazing. If they are able to act well enough to make you hate them, then they really are talented. Then, he made me fall in love with him in the span of a few episodes all through the emotions and actions he expressed. The supporting characters also all did an amazing job, they were 8/10 for me! I just felt like we didn't get much of them to really make a decision on whether they were amazing or not.

Music 7/10

Re-watch Value 8.0/10
I would re-watch this drama only to focus on the side stories more. By the end, when I noticed the side couple coming together I realized I'd been so focused on the main couple to the point that I barely noticed moments between the side couples, so I hope to re-watch and change that soon because I LOVED the side couple in the series.

Overall 9.0/10

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Not as good as everyone promised

The first 6 episodes dragged me emotionally. Khai was a complete dumbass rich kid who takes advantage of every person in his life, especially Third. Khai is also a dick and self-absorbed. Third is an abused spouse stuck in a loop and unable to escape until halfway through the series. Post ep 6, characterization improves and Khai becomes a puppy. Lack of communication and underused emotional scenes drag down the rating. The show became palatable after episode 6 and better after the train station scene, but I still wouldn't go back and rewatch anything for this show except that train station scene. OST is repetitive and unmemorable. Off and Gun do very well with what they were given.

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Ok so i just watched EP 1 today, and i am absolutely in love with the series. So the story basically goes like this:
Third, Kai, Tu and Bone are the most popular guys from the film major. They are all famous for their own reason. Tu has slept with every girl who modeled with. Kai is famous for his Korean oppa looks, and he changes girls like he changes his clothes. Whereas Third is famous for giving direct and brutal rejections to every girl that confesses to him.
His reason for doing that, it's 'cause he is in love with his best-friend Kai. But Kai has a "no dating friends" policy.
Third has been love with Kai for 3 years. Over the year he has always helped Kai, but Kai never seems to notice. There was even once when Third waited in line for a Blackpink concert ticket, for Kai, but Kai buys them online from someone, and goes with his girlfriend.
Tu finds out about Third's feeling for Kai, and decides to help. But even with his help, Third and Kai go nowhere, there is no progress.
Third then decides to stop hurting himself every-time Kai is with a girl, and decides to stop loving him. But as Third starts keeping his distance from Kai, and hang out more with An, Kai starts having feeling for Third.
Whats gonna happen the two friends?? I can't wait find out!!!

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Theory of Love has to be one of my favorites up there with Sotus and Love By Chance. OffGun have this chemistry that just makes them work so well as a pairing!

I like how the first half of this series is Third’s POV, which is a bit frustrating to watch. Then the second half is Gun’s, where it gets more enjoyable to watch. The acting definitely gets a 10/10 from me. Gun is a really good actor who gave a lot of emotion to the series. The OST is also great! Fake Protagonist is such a fitting song for KhaiThird’s relationship and I never skipped the ending song. Overall I enjoyed this series a lot and wish there could be a season 2.

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The way the series progressed kept me interested not just the plot but because of the main couple's acting prowess. They delivered and conveyed the right emotions to make their viewers feel and connect; the way they use their eyes are outstanding that they deserve an award for best acting. Their chemistry is on point and the contrast between the characters are given justice by these 2 amazing actors.

The writing and the direction was really done well plus the great BGMs they used. The plot is not really something new but it worked well except for the side couples' stories. I usually skip and go to the main couple scenes. This series is one of my top recommended Thai BL series.

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Bridget Jones's diary written by a masochist.

If your looking for a slightly different, happy ending BL it is almost perfect, as long as you don't look too deep. It is honestly enjoyable if you suspend belief. It's a BL made for women and succeeds brilliantly at that.


In reality, there is a lot wrong with this show.

There are moments of brilliance, but a few episodes are so cringeworthy I had to FFW through the scenes.

The episode with Third acting out scenes from well-known romance films was painful to watch.
The 'Love Actually' scene? Pure cringe!

Khai is toxic, period. For Third to even call him his best friend was unbelievable. Khai uses Third. It is made abundantly clear from the first episode.
I had no respect for Third's character.
Aun quoting the line 'You get the love you think you deserve' from Perks of Being a Wallflower summed up Third in just one line. The screenwriter did not see the irony in using that in a scene.

Third, moving in with Khai, thinking he would change made Third look extremely self-absorbed. Add Third watching Khai in bed with a woman, bordered on stalker behaviour.

The sudden shift in Khai's feeling towards Third after seeing the video and hurting Third purposefully, only to then realize he has feelings for Third is an outdated and tired cliché.
Especially for a character like Khai who jumps from one woman to another. (If there was only ONE scene of Khai flirting with another guy this could have made sense.)

But of course, this is a BL where a character's sexuality can suddenly change in the space of a few weeks

'I can be gay for you, and you only' is such a lazy and overused trope, it is used in almost every MM romance book, almost all BL shows, films and series. And I'm not talking about Asian BLs only, it is a common plot device in major films as well.
That people still don't realize how homophobic this is, is astounding. The word gay is not even uttered once in this entire series.

And of course, we need another couple, Two and Aun. It just happens. Tow automatically assumes Aun is speaking about him when he overhears Aun and Shane. Aun makes a vague statement that could have been about anyone, (even Third).
Two does not discuss this with anyone and no one is surprised when Aun suddenly appears.

After all this Third forgives Khai, they start dating, but there is no physical interaction between the characters. It's almost as if Third is punishing Khai for past behaviour.

Apparently, being 'boyfriends' will consist of them holding hands for the rest of their lives.

Third does not trust Khai, how this relationship is supposed to work is only in the writers' imagination.

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