A Tale of a Thousand Stars (2021)

PROBABLY ONE OF THE BEST, IF NOT THE BEST BL SERIES EVER MADE

The word "BRILLANT" is an understatement to even describe this series, because it's that good. This series doesn't only allow your eyes to solely focus on the main characters' (Tian and Phupha) love story, but also on addressing social and environmental issues that I believe is lacking from other BL stories. There's so much values and learnings you can bring out from this series. Also, may I just applaud not only Backof for outstandingly directing this series, but also the main cast, especially Mix that even this is one of his first projects, slayed the role. I wouldn't be surprised if he wins awards for this role. All I can say, this has replaced UWMA as my fave BL of all time. This is just brilliant. Dear, Bad Buddy, you have big shoes to fill. Hope you can live up to the expectation. <3

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Revigorante! Um turbilhão de emoções.

Quando comecei a assistir essa série eu não tinha muita expectativa, mas ela me surpreendeu positivamente em diversos aspectos.

1. Fotografia: ao contrário da maioria dos BLs tailandeses, a Tale of a thousand stars é filmada no norte da Tailândia, com uma paisagem montanhosa, mais rústica e que mostra uma vida mais simples. Eu amei a fotografia, deu ainda mais vontade de conhecer a Tailândia.

2. Atuação: eu sabia que o Mix era um novato e por isso não estava esperando muito em termos de atuação, mas ele conseguiu trazer a tona todas as emoções do Tian, de modo que você também consegue sentir aquele momento com ele.

3. Plot original: para quem já é veterana em BLs os plots começam a ficar repetitivos, então é sempre revigorante ver uma história original, que foca na evolução dos personagens e consegue despertar as mais diversas emoções no espectador.

Até para quem não gosta de BL eu recomendo essa série, pois o foco maior é o crescimento do personagem principal e apesar de ter o romance as cenas de afeto são bem leves e fofas. Vale a pena assistir.

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The director did a great job ~

The main character had awesome character arc and I liked him so much! I l also really liked all the people from the village. The plot was inspiring. Romance was fine... kind of something you have probably seen before. For some reason most of the time I felt like there was still something missing.

There was some awesome shots and interesting editing. It sadly still had too many of those slow pretty moments that don't add anything to the story (sadly this seems o be in the style right now...They usually just make me wanna check my phone...)

My favorite episodes where #1, #5, and the last one (I wrote messy, long and detailed episode reviews from my journey)

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BEST THAI BL OF 2021 UNTIL NOW!

This series SET THE STANDARD DURING IT'S INITIAL AIRING.

If you want a slow burn love story, then this one is for you. But what I also like about this is that IT'S MORE THAN A LOVE STORY. It's also about personal redemption, finding yourself, and your life's purpose.

Earth and Mix chemistry is literally off the charts. Acting is excellent, not just the leads but the whole cast. By the way, this is also Mix's acting debut and he was able to give justice to a challenging role like Tian.

The location of the series is breathtaking. It is really difficult to shoot on these locations, yet they were able to create a beautiful masterpiece. The cinematography is excellent.

Overall, this is an excellent show! Re-watched it for like 15 times now. I would say the Best Thai BL from 2021 up to this point.

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You will never regret watching this!

Honestly, I am speechless because every thing in this drama is magnificent. The plot, the acting, the chemistry between the leads-- just all.

It is mostly heartwarming and I find myself smiling (sometimes sadly because of the reality) at different scenes. It is very relatable to the majority of people in the world. It tackles a very sensible topic about life. There are those among us, blessed, they have every material thing in life which made them blind to the hardships you can encounter in it and sometimes even how much they have, there's still something missing. Then there are those who have less, who don't have enough; living a life far from others. It's dismal but fortunately, they find happiness on their own way. You see, life is not just about having everything rather it is knowing how to live it. If you are living a life that others dream then be grateful and don't waste it. However, if you're not, find a way to see a brighter tomorrow.

I am very thankful to those who made this drama happen. It's not your typical BL thai drama or maybe it's because I haven't watched a lot of BL thai dramas... Anyway, really-- this is fascinating and I love every minute I spent watching it.

I am so delighted that I get to view such a masterpiece.

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Storyline so beautiful

The tale had been told with the background of the story was really beautiful and unique. This story unique cause its not like other story where the romance is so cheesy and cringe to the bone. Its like a dreamy love story that cannot be found in this time. The casting also had a good expression when acting. The feeling when watch the drama also make me feel like 'wow i want this thing happen to me too'.

The drama also carried the good message beside the focus only on the love story, where there is still the good in people. The friendshipness that still be by your side no matter happen, the courage to tell the truth no matter how others perceive, the importance to forgive ourselves and the importance to live our own life.

In short, Really, really really like this drama.

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