The Eclipse (2022)

It's REALLY REALLY beautiful, but something was missing...?

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The Eclipse it's A THING. I really need to tell yall about point by point bcs is a really complicated series.

It's one of the best actings that I watched in thai BLs. I already was familiar with Khaotung and his sweet eyes but seeing him in a cool and confident character was so different, in a very good way, bcs it's exactly what Ayan was: a cool and "confident" character but he was also sweet, his words and actions made me fall in love with him. He is a teenager that suffered a lot and that explains his actions, he was also STILL in mourning and that is really important when we analyze him. About First (Akk), I totally understand why he was chosen for this character. First has such sweet eyes and a smile that you NEVER will tell that he made bad choices, you always are driven to trust in him. That's exactly why he was chosen to do Yok (Not Me) too, in my opinion.

But, I really have to agree with other reviews, the story it's a little... It's definitely not bad or badly written but something it's cleary missing?? Idk what exactly was lost but something definitely was. In the end, makes sense, they are teenagers, and they ARE lost.

Anyways: I love them. I love the way that was made, but when I finished I was like... uhmm? That's it? What?

BUTTT we have an Our Skyy of The Eclipse and maybe that was planned so maybe my answers will be at the special?

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I understand why other people love this and I enjoyed it, but I didn't love it...

My big issue with this series was that the macro political issues being put in the micro environment of the school just didn't fit for me - on paper I love the idea, but personally I felt it didn't work in this series. Some of the eclipse "stunts" seemed almost comedic to me when they were supposed to be metaphors for extremely serious real world issues. So that is such a large part of the plot that I didn't connect with emotionally.
That being said I did really like so many things in this series:
it was visually stunning - the locations- BEAUTIFUL! (Also I think the first gmmtv bl where in every single beach scene the audio was perfect!)
This cast was amazing! Khaotung has been one of my gmmtv faves since 2018 and First has also become one in the last 2 years. My favourite moments in this series were Akk and Aye just being goofy and flirty - I'd love to see First and Khao do something with more comedy, because First is so talented comedically and I'd like to see them being cute and coupley again, but older - maybe in university or an office. Neo has also been an actor that has grown so much since I first saw him in 'Cause Youre My Boy' in 2018 - every drama he gets better and better - give him his leading role already GMMTV! Louis fit very well in this role - but I did have a HUGE problem with him outing a fellow member of the lgbt community to the entire school before he was ready - that makes me immediately dislike a character - so I left the series a Thua hater (oops)
Overall I enjoyed this, its not one of my top 10 BLs of the year, or my favourite gmmtv BL of the year, but that's because its been a year of incredible BLs and because the metaphor of the plot didn't work for me personally - I am very excited to see how this cast fits into gmmtvs 2023 plan - I have so many 2023 predictions!!!

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The actors in the show are all amazing, but Khaotung steals the show with his exceptional acting skills. He is beyond amazing and has become one of the top Thai actors in the industry. His portrayal of the character is so convincing that it's hard to believe he's not the character himself. The other lead actor is also commendable, and his performance is so moving that it will leave you in tears.

The chemistry between the characters in this show is absolutely astounding, and it elevates the overall quality of the series to new heights. The way the actors effortlessly connect with one another on screen is truly mesmerizing.

Overall, it's a beautiful story that will leave you feeling inspired and moved. The acting is top-notch, and the storyline is unique and unpredictable. So, if you're looking for something new and refreshing, this drama is definitely worth your time.

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A plot with a strong potential, sadly let down in the end

Nov. 8, 2022

Eclipse definitely had its up and downs within the story and its progression. Like the romance with Akk and Aya is amazing, the side couples' subplots are good too. But I don't know why I feel like the latter half of the series, it felt like something was missing. The progression became rugged and hollow. I don't know how to even properly described it as I was a lost for words and not necessarily in a good or positive way. The first 2/3 was good and that is why I am giving this show a higher rating as that rating reflect those episodes. However, starting with the last third, I just felt like the writers tried to spice up the show with plot twists yet it felt out of place...?

I guess I'll end my review at that cause I am not sure what to event comment anymore. Nevertheless, I would still recommend the series as the romance is good and the progression of the romance... as for the plot, I will just leave it at that.

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not as good as it could've been

PRODUCTION:
everything looked very nice - there are are a lot of school bls right now but i liked the aesthetic and overall look of this one. the music i didnt really take not of but at least it wasnt annoying. sound quality can be pretty bad based on where they are filming.

WRITING / STORY:
i never thought i would say that a thai bl would be too short but here we are. maybe they couldve done it in 12 episodes but the intrigue built up all really stops flat. i was hoping for this series to be more suspensful than it was. there are a lot of story beats that shouldve take more care and execution. i really wish the story would just slow down because it just brushes by so fast with no real time for development. i find myself more liking the concept and ideas the story present rather than how it actually played out. plus there's plots and characters who are focused on that just slow it down even more esp near the end.

CHARACTERS / ACTING:

akk has a story arc that i really like but i do feel like its rushed. some of the developments just sort of come out of nowhere. i feel like first (akk's actor) really does his best but because he does really well. i didnt really think i would like akk as a character but i found myself truly relating to his experiences. but some stuff just really doesnt get explained enough. i think we needed more context for his actions.

ayan wowed me in his first appearance but his character kinda took a turn for the worst. i really just didnt understand his motivations. he is a really smart character but sometimes just doesnt reveal anything he does know. i thought - unlike some reviews i saw - that his motivations were good. but the fact that the story spun the actual conclusion makes it seem like he did a lot of this for nothing.

i liked their chemistry together but the buildup isnt really there. like i truly dont know when it is that they actually started to like each other. its like one scene they hate each other but then the next they are already getting comfortable. i also just needed akk to be more hesitant but it more seems like his character flip flops on if he likes aye or not. like again their acting is great and they clearly have a connection but it happens way too fast and doesnt have enough development. i cant wait to watch them in their next serieses (Only Friends and Moonlight Chicken) and hopefully they will get better stories there.

thua... god. idk. his motivations are just so weak. his actions are just confusing. i was okay with him and thought his romance with kan was good until stuff gets revealed. which. just changes his whole character out of nowhere. i feel like the writers just were trying to blindside us without giving any real development so none of us would actually guess it. in the end i cant even feel happy for his character.

the other side characters are ok at best. but man. they needed to pick a bad guy and stick with it. too many people ended up getting their motivations explained and facing 0 consequences. it really just left it so everything that was suspensful just wasnt anymore.

OVERALL:
i know it seems like im dragging this show a lot i do wanna say i had a funtime with it. its something i could see myself casually rewatching but if i think too much about it the more frustrated i am with the story.

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How the treacherous trailer almost put me off watching my favorite BL drama of the year

First of all, I was surprised that the drama has nothing to do with the supernatural, as the title and trailer might suggest. At first I thought it was a misunderstanding. Now I think it was on purpose.

Maybe we were meant to feel like everyone else who had been deceived into believing in the Suppalo curse. I thought it would be a production with Ayan's dorky behavior and weak effects with eclipse storyline (and maybe some werewolf transformations, who knows).

It turns out that the story of Suppalo is the background on which the main characters resonate beautifully. For Akk, these are the dilemmas of a young man on the verge of important life stage and love that stands in the way. For Ayan, it's dealing with the pain due to loss and his desire for revenge.

There are expressive individuals who do not live in the shadows, and their behavior affects the reputation of the entire university. This allows us to see the smallest changes and nuances that occur in their thinking and behavior.

I enjoy hate-to-love tropes and this story stands out on the podium. It seems well thought out from a psychological point of view. We see how the characters change and nothing happens too quickly, it's natural.

Sometimes it is their looks that give us the most information: from unspoken, inflamed feelings to pain that they have to work through.

Akk and Ayan seem to be made for each other. That is the subtle factor that makes you feel the atmosphere of growing tension through their eye contact or their being next to each other. Their chemistry is out of this world. I have to admit that I watched some scenes more than a dozen times! Something amazing. Chapeu bas for the director!

The OST "Over the Moon" by Khaotung adds flavor and it's one of my all-time favorite soundtracks. Along with the official music video, it strongly affects my emotions and I'm drifting away in soft thoughts.

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Not a perfect drama but still interesting

Because of some bad review i didnt watch it until last week. Overall its not a perfect drama there are some questionable action but still interesting to watch and not as bad as i thought. Unless you searching for a very seriously serious drama, this isnt for you.

Aye is a teenager griefing his uncle death, trying to bring justice by moving to the school his uncle used to work. He is smart, but he just a teenager who didnt have any real power, so not many thing he can do honestly.

Akk is student prefect who is perfect son, perfect student, perfect prefect leader. This word caging himself and make him belief he must do anything perfectly and do as society expect from his perfectness.

What i like about this story is. The chemistry, first and khao can be fighting but i can be giddy just from it. Theres no NC scene too which i like, yet it didnt dismiss their romance, it just make it more wholesome for me .

The character development of aye and akk is quite nice, how the two of them learn to let go and accepting who they are, how aye learn to put down his grief and let go. And how akk learn to be himself and not to be afraid to let go of the lable "perfect".

For the plot itself there some scene here and there that really annoy me, especialy near the last episode. But i dont think its disturbing my experience watching this.

I probably rewatching this in the future.

The last, just watch it first, if its not your cup of tea then just let go :)

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I have never experienced such feelings. NEVER.

You can't even imagine my happiness when I saw that there were 2 more seasons after this, because I think I can't get enough of them. I liked literally everything about this drama: the flawless plot, the actors, the chemistry, everything. Now i am looking for words to describe my feelings...I can't find 'em, which is strange, because when I want to give a depiction of something I didn't like, it is easy to do.

I determine if I really liked a drama due to my feelings during watching it and afterwards. I found myself crying for several times. I caught myself dumbfounded for 2 times. I was worried during the whole show and was afraid of finishing it. 45 minutes flew by instantly and that's why I am glad to see 2 sequels.

Ayan...I am head over heals for him. His acting was just...incredible! The way he cried, smiled, laughted, looked at Akk...Holy shit, I never doubted my english vocabulary...Ok, let's admit that I am tongue-tied because of how spellbinding this was.

DON'T HESITATE. GO AND WATCH THIS MASTERPIECE!

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The chemistry between First and khao

I was really excited for this series and it literally didn't disappoint me. The chemistry between first and khao was mindblowing and the sexual tension damnnnn! I can rewatch the whole series just to swoon and giggle, feeling the sexual tension between them.

As for the story, it wasn't much of my interest and I was more focused on the actor's chemistry.

As for the second couple, Neo and Louis they did their best and I loved them. It was my first time seeing them.

Also many of you who have watched half of the series/ gonna watch this series might have a doubt on who is actually the top. And Imma tell you, I had this thought at first too and guysss, lemme tell you first is the submissive top and khao is dom bottom.

A must-watch if you ask me.

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Necesitamos mas series asi!

Realmente estaba esperando este titulo con ansias ya que first y khaotung son muy buenos actores y en esta entrega no desepcionaron para nada, la quimica que tienen incluso con solo mirarse puedes sentir las emociones que siente sin necesidad de un dialogo.
La historia es muy interesante, fuera de lo comun en lo que es los bl y te deja enganchando cada segundo intentado saber que es lo que va apasar a continuacion, tambien quiero destacar el desarollo de los personajes por que es magnifico, realista y aprendes de cada uno de ellos y por que son asi.
Creo que si buscas en ver una serie entretenida pero a la vez con mucha quimica definitivamente "The eclipse" es para ti!

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Started great, becomes annoying, no real curse/mystery

When I saw the trailer, I was hoping for something like the Netflix Thai series Stranded with paranormal phenomena involved. Well, that DID not happen, the curse is caused by human hand to manipulate people into following the strict rules of the school. That was the first big disappointment. The show should not have been misrepresented as paranormal in the trailer if it wasn't.

The chemistry between Akk and Aye that starts off as amazing impressed me and I was thinking this one as the best BL of the year. Than some things really ruined the moment for me.

1. The first kiss between them was presented as real originally and then we find out that Akk imagined it. Big turn off.

2. The second kiss was when Aye confesses his feelings to Akk who cannot say what he feels and the confession falls flat. Another big turn off.

I continue watching the series, but so far I am on episode 7 and there is no real development in their relationship, no real development in any other character besides a repetition of what they have already been doing with very minor changes and the only important information is what I mentioned first, that the curse has been fake.

There is clearly a problem with pacing, maybe they do it to feel up the episodes? I am not sure. In general, my biggest problem is with Akk, I have really come to dislike his character because he talks to him self wondering why does he like Ayan (so he IS aware of his feelings) yet keeps rejecting him like a prude or homophobe. It makes no sense, since Ayan never asked him to be openly gay and so far it has ruined all the romantic moments. I hate anxious avoidant characters.

I said that in another forum and people disagreed with me, but this review is just my opinion. Overall it's kinda claustrophobic (90% of things happens in the same building) and too slow and the main character needs to make up his damn mind, if this was real life Ayan would have written him off as a loser long ago.

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