4 Minutes (2024)

Highly original, mind-bending watch

4 Minutes is perplexing. Every time you think you’ve worked out where the narrative is headed, it swerves in a different direction. The synopsis makes the series seem like a “get a glimpse into the future and change your destiny” plot, but it’s far more complex than that.

The journey itself is enjoyable rather than nauseating. Instead of predictable build-ups into scenes which are clearly designated as ‘payoffs’, the story is delightfully fragmented and slippery. It’s not entirely clear which sequences took place when, so it requires some mental gymnastics to untangle everything and come to your own conclusions.

Beoncloud has its way with creating such dark and complex characters, sometimes with sinister motivations. In any case, I liked the deeper message driving the show. At the end of our lives, we will always look back on our regrets and wish that we did things differently. All so that the remaining moments of our life aren’t spent being weighed down by our conscience.

While humans are capable of making some pretty awful decisions, 4 Minutes also reminds us that we can choose otherwise. There is always a choice.

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Not a BL, more like a Mystery

This was a wild ride, every episode raised more questions, without answering any, until the last episode. I had so many theories, which all turned out to be false.
Some may disagree, but I found that the ending very much made sense and they honestly weren't any big questions left unanswered.
The characters felt like real people, not good people but people (expect for Title, he is just plain evil), and the acting was amazing (I watched this series because of Bible and he didn't disappoint).

What I didn't like? When I watched it, I tried to remember all the little details and hints (like the backstory of a side character) that could be important in the end, only for them to never be mentioned again or explained. That made some scenes feel "random", otherwise it would have been a masterpiece.

But so you know, I wouldn't really call this a BL, because it's not a romance. The mystery and Sci-Fi aspects are the main focus. It was kind of similar to "Manner of death" (or to some Mafia BL) in terms of the "vibe". Don't expect the typical fluffy Bl story, this is not it. The relationships weren't very well developed either, but maybe that's realistic.

I used to think that "Like Love" was explicit but in comparison to the sultry version of 4minutes, "Like Love" is the most family friendly Bl ever. Honestly, it was a little bit to explicit for my taste, it's like I am invading the characters privacy lol. If you always wanted more explicit (and more realistic (damn)) NC scenes, this is the show for you.

Should you watch it? Yes, if you want a series which plot seems to be a mystery until the last episode, or just a Mystery/ Sci-Fi series with gay characters, you should.

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confusing plot, bad chemistry, bad acting, too much NC scene

confusing plot, bad chemistry, bad acting, too much NC scene
up until this momment i write this review, there is no one that really explain to me what is the 4minutes plot. i guess not all people get the storyline. its look like the title 4 minutes its not match with the storyline. everything doesnt make any sense.
the main couple face too look a like, both look like brother than a lover so its very hard to imagining them together as a lover. the chemistry is 0. their nc scene is meh for me. not adding any plot and no chemistry at all. the main couple storyline is too force, flat and blend. no dinamic. after all i dont like it at all.

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The storyline was very interesting. but would not expect nothing less coming from this writer Sammon. I was loving the idea of 4 minutes , all thought we all know that Sammon stories are confusing at first, i still love watching them. The whole storyline
past, present, future make the whole story exciting and new. all though it was a tad confusing some of the English subtitles where i watch the show from where not the exacted word that they actually said but good thing i new a little bit of thai to understand. The acting was really good the hole cast was really good i like to highlight one actor though for i been watching him in other series shows as well Fuaiz Thanawat Shinawatra was really good in his role he portrayed all though this was a series that starred bible and Jess the series seemed more based on and made the actors playing Tonkla and Korn and win were very emphasized. it really made the story stand out more towered them as they were the ones more in the story then the main leads which is a little different for me.
The mood and darkness and the music included was okay all though for this series i dont even think music needed to be included as it was always full of action.
In all very worthwhile and also deserves a rewatch

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My take on the plot

This show really stands out, not just within the BL genre, but among dramas in general. What makes it special is how it keeps things engaging without relying on complicated plot twists or creating unnecessary plot holes. The way the story explores themes like redemption and how our past decisions shape our future is handled in a creative and unique way.

The main character, Great, gets the chance to redeem his past mistakes during a 4-minute window while he’s unconscious. What’s interesting is how he gets to relive these 4 minutes over and over, almost like a dream where time stretches and feels longer than it actually is. The show does a great job balancing between reality and subconscious experiences, and it never becomes confusing. It’s smooth and keeps you hooked throughout.

There was one part where I was initially disappointed—when Great meets a female character at an art exhibit. At first, it felt like the show was becoming too unrealistic. But then, it all made sense as the scene was revealed to be more of a metaphor. However, there was a bit of confusion with why only some characters, like Great, got the chance to relive moments while others didn’t. It left me wondering if certain scenes were real or just symbolic. Plus, the subplot with Tonkla being able to see ghosts could have been explained better—it felt a bit unclear.

The show’s message about making the right choices and being a good person, even if it doesn’t change the past, really hit home. Great and Thyme’s characters both changed after the 4 minute phase and they were making good decisions, even though it might not change the overall life experiences. And Korn’s 4-minute were he chose to live his life with the one he likes was so emotional that made me cry.

The acting, especially from the four main leads, was fantastic. Their chemistry felt real, and they delivered on the emotional weight of the story. The focus wasn’t entirely on the romance between the main couple; instead, it explored their broader life experiences. Meanwhile, the second lead couple’s storyline was more focused on love, and their tragic ending was really moving. Korn’s story, in particular, was heartbreaking and beautifully acted. The scene where Tonkla gets shot and Korn didn't know what to do was one of the most powerful moments.

I’d give the story a solid 10/10, not just compared to other BL series, but even against non-BL dramas. I noticed some people gave it lower ratings, and I think it’s because they didn’t fully understand the deeper message of the show. As for the acting, it’s a 10/10, though some side characters weren’t as strong. The music also worked well, earning a 9/10 from me, but the guitar scenes felt a bit forced. They could’ve been better if they had been integrated more naturally into the story.

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Hot Scenes you don't want to miss...?

Oh, I have to say can't forget that Bible (Great) and Jes (Tyme) are the mains in this. 😄

Now on to it. I really liked this for the most part, the acting was great, the sex scenes were oh so nice 🤤, lets not forget the chemistry going on with them. It was nice to see how Great and Tyme were with each other, how Great seem to be flustered and caught off-guard by Tyme's presence, even how Tyme seemed to be off-guard around Great a bit to. They had a lovely connection, it was impossible not to get sucked in them. It was so cute how Great was around Tyme. they bith did a great job, you saw it all with thier acting.

Lets not forget Tonkla and Korn, Talk about a messed up love yet at the same time a strong love. In parts I didn't like Korn much, though Tonjka wasn't much better times, even though he was in a crisis still not good to do. In the end they were with each other...

I liked the concept of this one, being able to see 4 minutes in to the future in order to change the out come. It seem to even change Great in a good way. I also liked how Tyme believed him and not thinking he was crazy, he was willing to help Great find out what was happening to him.

I do have to say that I got confused in this... I don't want to say to much, I just want to say the closer it got to the end eps I just got confused. Even though I did, I did like the whole series. I just can't rate it as high as I would have liked to because I just had to many questions at the end.

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Some reviews mentioned that this series was too confusing, and I agree. It even led me to re-watch episode 6 from the beginning once it started to show different perspectives.

However, I think that’s one of the series' strengths! I fell in love with how it shifted to an unexpected perspective I couldn’t have imagined. The way they developed multiple sides to the story made it even more intriguing. That said, they could have added Lukwa's perspective so the audience could better understand her relationship with Great beyond just sharing symptoms.

I have to admit, Bible and Jes are excellent actors. Actually, all of them are fantastic, and this is one of the reasons I could finish the series in one sitting.

There is one major flaw I should mention. I used to work in a hospital, and my job was related to surgery, so I was really bothered by how easily outsiders accessed the Operating Room. In real life, this is nearly impossible, especially in a larger hospital like the one shown. Accessing an OR typically requires multiple levels of clearance.

Aside from that, this is a great Thai series you shouldn’t miss this year!

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unusual and confusing but good

A relatively unusual storyline, some elements are more common in BL series like the good guys vs the bad guys (which are often companies that do illegal things to maximise profits). I was intrigued by this 4 minute theme, unfortunately this was not fully resolved for me. And there are also some other unanswered questions for me. But maybe I just need to watch the series again (I must have had a month's break between episodes 6 and 7). The 3 time dimensions (past, present, future) make the whole thing super exciting but also confusing, especially for foreign speakers who only rely on the translation (and English is not my mother tongue either).
The acting is mostly good, of course bible stands out for me but also the actors of Tonkla and thyme are to be emphasised.
The mood and music was consistently good (with some bl I have the impression that the music is inappropriate for the situation, too much singing or too cheerful).
All in all, a very worthwhile series that also deserves a rewatch.

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