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Journey With You (Chinese Series)

By Golu
I've always had kind of a love hate relationship with Chinese historical BLs. Some are genuinely excellent, but then there are others that cram in so much plot that keeping track of all the layers of betrayal and scheming gets exhausting, and I end up checking out mentally. Part of the issue is also just how much content is out there in this space, so something really has to stand out to keep me hooked. In this case, the production value is genuinely impressive, top tier stuff, but story wise, I just couldn't bring myself to actually care about these characters. There's a ton of political scheming and backstage manipulation running throughout. Somewhere in the middle of all that chaos, a hostage ends up falling for his own Prince Charming. The show runs eight episodes, each around 50 to 60 minutes long. After spending three years guarding the border, Fifth Prince Yin Qi gets called back to the capital because of a secret letter, only to end up walking straight into a deadly...
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Defying Gravity

By Golu
This is the kind of film that I personally prefer on most of the movies. Its difficult to put this movie in one particular genre. If I had to say, I would put it as coming out/romantic movie which is totally my cup of tea. The movie per me is almost there where I cannot find a fault with it. Right from the story telling, to the characters portrayed, acting, friendship between the 2 boys, love and affection, acceptance by parents and community; it has just about everything with the right sentiment and right emotion. I have seen the movie twice already.:)

The story is about 3 friends Griff, Todd and Pete. Griff and Pete have certain sexual encounters without Todd knowing about it. Griff just wants to enjoy and live with the moment whereas Pete is falling in love and wants something more meaningful which obviously Griff is opposed to. Things take a dramatic turn when Pete is seriously injured and hospitalized after he is gay bashed. Griff stars questioning himself, obviously having these strong feelings for Pete. Story wise thats it. But the way the events are shown. All the time Todd trying to realize whats wrong with Griff and why is he behaving the way he is. Griff comes out to him in a very repentful way and accepting his love for Pete. That is one of my favorite scenes when Griff says how he never accepted the real love and he was always driving it away and Todd has this expressions on his face and asks 'Are you in love with him?'. Its a surprise of the viewers that Todd reacts so positively and is so understanding about the whole thing. Parental love for Griff is another beautiful aspect of the movie. I am a sucker for emotional movies and after Big Eden this movie just did it for me.

The final scene when Griff kisses Pete is the hospital is oh so romantic. It is the most powerful emotional payoff I've seen onscreen. I also liked the fact that Todd's girlfriend Heather is so understanding. She has always been in the background but for the viewers you have to realize how she has always been so accommodating whenever Griff needs his friend Tod. Amazing in a single word!! Oh!! did I tell you how good looking all the characters were. Griff specially resembled so much to this guy in my train whom I see almost every other ay and I have a silent crush on him.

Go for this movie. If you are disappointed, then there is something wrong with you. Its almost perfect. I am always going to cherish it. (9/10)
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Gandhi said…
i'm so pleased to see you have finished taggin all yer reviews, it's so much easier to see your favorites and get new inspiration. or to see which movies to better avoid :)

i'll give this one a shot.
thanks again for all the work!!

cheers,
gandalf
April 30, 2010 at 5:42 PM
Golu said…
This is definitely a very good movie. I hope u like it
May 4, 2010 at 11:50 AM
condemi said…
So happy You have my same opinion about this movie.
I found it very moving and decently acted. Many snobs
opinions disappointed me.TKS for YR nice job
May 9, 2011 at 6:01 AM
Gerald from France said…
This very special movie will forever remain in my top five. Sure the acting could have been better. Your review says it all. A must watch.
May 24, 2020 at 5:58 PM
Golu said…
yeah. it is form the days when not many gay stories were told in movies and hence one of the films that hold a special place.
May 26, 2020 at 10:37 AM
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