Love Mechanics (2022)

Love Mechanics: empatia é tão acentuada

"Love Mechanic" (2022) is a wonderful series with 10 (ten) episodes. I praise this series. It is worth it for the direction of Lit Padhung and for the perfect and empathetic protagonists actors Yin Anan (Vee) and War Wanarat (Mark). The couple (couple) is in refined harmony with soft and sensitive interpretations, sad and happy, in an atmosphere of romantic comedy and drama. I highlight the strong presence of the actor Prom Ratchapat as Nuea. "Love Mechanics" makes us laugh and cry. Nota Mil, because this series, along with other rare gems, are at the top of my first choices when the theme is "the best works of art of the Thai series type BL/ yaoi". NOTE: literal translation from Portuguese to English, via google translator

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Of the 13 Thai BLs I have completed, YinWar had the best chemistry

I want to say I loved and hated this series. I loved the leads' chemistry, the dynamic friend group made up of seniors and juniors' engineers, the unpredictability, the comedy, and the randomness. But what I hate most are the two jarring offenses right from the jump.

Immediately, one of our leads, Vee, cheats on his girlfriend by having s*x with a junior, Mark, who's so drunk out of his mind that he mistakes Vee for Vee's friend. So right away Vee not only cheated but took advantage of another student, for what reason? None... Or I suppose he just wanted s*x that night and it didn't matter if it was with his gf or anyone who'll drunkenly 'beg' him for it. What I haven't seen many mention is how Vee never once, throughout all 10 episodes, admitted or acknowledged that he, too, cheated on his girlfriend on 3-5 different occasions! Yes, he didn't give her crap when she cheated but he never said it out loud to anyone or even himself. So we can't gauge if he considered himself a cheater or not. Although the show tried to justify cheating with cheating, what they did do a good job of is making you forget Vee cheated on his girl. Then they included a whole segment where Mark tortured Vee to the point where you feel bad and sorry for Vee (it was the only time in the series where I cried lol).

The show also did a good job telling us idiot Vee was going to put Mark through hell per random fortune teller at the market. And every time Vee did something dumb, I always, while rolling my eyes, tied it to the fortune teller lol.

What the show didn't do a good job of is the series title. I found myself asking 'What on earth is YinWar's drama called again?' so many times. The engineering/mechanic part is like 15% of the series give or take. The characters said 'engineer(ing)' more than we actually got to see them doing engineering-related stuff.

If you can get over the cheating, nonconsensual sex, and cringe-acting at random moments then trust me, you're in for a really good time. War/Mark's puppy face guarantees it.

Usually, friend groups are a hit or miss in these BLs (esp large groups) and although I can only remember Bar, Kan, Yiwaa, Nuea, and Fuse's names, I enjoyed all of their moments. I was weak with the comedy timing from both parties: seniors and juniors. I liked that the seniors were protective, responsible (taking drunk friends home after a crazy night, addressing and pushing Vee to face his demon), had lives outside of uni, and took on leadership roles. Although the comedy duo in Vee's group doesn't make convincing engineering students their singing, dancing, and chemistry made them a great addition. I have to say Nuea pursuing Mark, and Yiwaa trying to couple them up was a bit aggravating but I get it. I'd want Mark for myself too or at least make sure he's loved and well taken care of. I do question how Nuea got out of Mark's room that night though. He just sort of faded and was replaced by Kan and no one ever mentioned it again lol
As for Mark's friends, I liked that they all had their quirks. Such as watching anime, eating everyone's leftovers (I was getting tired of seeing food go to waste in Thai BLs lol), loves napping, like checking out girls, and Fuse who actually tried to keep everyone focus and on track with their schoolwork.

Like every show, this one has its ups and downs but the cast's chemistry really drove this series for me and evidently, I forgave everything it ever did wrong. I'm even hoping time passes by faster so I can go back and rewatch this and relive all of its chaos and glory!

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It got better and better!

I’m not gonna lie, but the first two episodes of this series are a mess. I honestly thought this series was complete trash after even the first episode so I dropped it for a long time. Too many things happened in the first episode, not going to spoil, but from relationship drama to a variety of different emotions from the characters. For me, I didn’t like it at all, and it was feeling like another Only Friends-type drama (no hate to Only Friends, but it’s just not really my kind of series). A while later, I was bored and decided I would watch it while I worked since that’s usually what I do with shows I’m indifferent towards, however… I WAS SO WRONG!

I did not except that I would binge a series like this in just over a day! Honestly, it was worth giving it another shot. I became so invested in the relationship drama that I just had to watch the entire thing. I love the actors and I think their acting was very well done (hope to see them in future dramas)! Usually with bl series I start to get bored after the couple starts dating, but for these guys (who technically weren’t officially dating for a while) I never got bored! The series was unpredictable, in a good way. Lots of conflict could have been avoided in so many situations, but the show always settled for the worst outcome, which I found very entertaining. The characters were annoying at times, especially when it came to communication, but I think it was understandable due to their rocky past experiences with each other.

To put into perspective, I had this rated like a 6/10 when I first started watching it (which is very low for me), and now look where it is lol! If you are going to watch it, make sure you give it 4-5 episodes before you drop it since the series may start off not so great but it certainly gets better.

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Engineering Students Differently!

Sometimes, in fact most times we underestimate the effects of poverty on self esteem. When you are raised in an environment where the general populace is the same, you will hardly find any self esteem issues. The trouble starts with awareness that there is lack in the self. This is what Vee is battling with. These are consequences of falling in love with a rich kid and not having the skills to handle it. Also, having to watch those equal to Mark vie for his affections.

Mark comes across as more mature because he's had the luxury to move beyond worrying about his belly to bigger things.

To compare them is unfair. We've watched Vee make an attempt at showing Mark that he is able to love him even from his place of lack, but do badly due to lack of experience. It hasnt helped him that he is also poor at communicating. Oy!

In the end, what do you have besides your humanity. Vee is in luck with fatal looks, a crashing sense of humour and a persistent spirit. Something tells me he’s also gifted in the pleasure department which would explain why Mark lost his peripheral vision after one night. Their chemistry will have you reaching for your battery operated device because WTH!

Needless to say I loved the series and would strongly recommend a watch.

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Mark <3

OST was great with awesome lyrics. The drama set and complete production with actors were all good (looking wise also acting-wise). The main characters VEE and MARK acting was superb. I loved MARK acting a lot.
The story to me seems a little toxic. VEE character till the end doesn't realize how wrong he was and keeps hanging MARK giving him signals while not making things clear with Plong.

This story was reality-based. MARK character in real life has to endure and be more forgiven. If he is not he will face society criticism for being narrow-minded. VEE character in real life can be easily forgiven because of his stupidity and indecisiveness.

I like they showed the positive culture of an engineering department, all the orientation events, and the gear ceremony. In most cases, Drama shows seniors as "a bully" and "Bossy". This drama showed that college culture is in a positive light with most of the brotherhood.

The scriptwriter did an amazing job.
The director, producers, camera, lighting, and sound technical work was done beautifully.

All characters left an amazing impression even the side characters.

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storia stra realistica

Adesso che è finita la vita non ha più senso per me aiuto.
L’ho vista in onda ed è stata una tortura aspettare l’uscita degli episodi ma vabbè nel caso sapevo che ci sarebbe stata sicuramente la tristezza perchè seriamente STA SERIE È LA RAPPRESENTAZIONE SENTIMENTALE DELLE MONTAGNE RUSSE PIÙ PERICOLOSE AL MONDO. PRIMA SI SALE POI SI SCENDE E COSÌ VIA SENZA FERMARSI.
Letteralmente la loro relazione è stata una giostra di emozioni che andavano dal positivo al negativo come se nulla fosse, al tal punto che non sapevo proprio cosa aspettarmi.
In generale penso che questa serie rappresenti una delle relazioni più reali, dove c’è molto dolore ma soprattutto amore, una relazione che non si vede tutti i giorni ma che non è neanche quel tipo di relazione romanticizzata ai massimi livelli.
Da una rappresentazione perfetta e che fa capire bene cosa provano tutti.
Da un lato abbiamo Mark il quale penso sia una persona fin troppo permissiva e gentile, ovviamente non è sempre carino con tutti ma vabbè dipende da chi è la persona che ha davanti; nonostante tutti gli sbagli di Vee, si è fatto il suo pianto, ha sofferto solo in sofferenza e poi gli ha pure dato miliardi di seconde possibilità.
Abbiamo poi Vee, il quale di sbagli ne ha fatti a miliardi, devo dire che però non lo odio in quanto se proviamo a capirlo vediamo che in quel tipo di situazione non puoi riuscire a tenere tutto sotto controllo; personalmente non gli perdono solo l’approfittarsi di Mark al primo ep., molti dicono che anche lui fosse ubriaco, cosa vera ma in parte perché nonostante le bottiglie bevute riusciva ancora a ragionare, cosa provata dal suo dire “però ti è piaciuto” (o simile, aggiunto dal fatto che stesse addossando la colpa a Mark dicendogli che però gli era piaciuto quindi non doveva assolutamente sentirsi male per questo, giustamente gli era piaciuto e se lo teneva, cosa secondo me orribile da dire) in quanto vediamo come lui appena sveglio ricordi tutto ma quel porello di Mark non sapesse manco dov’era.
Con quella sera mi stava sul cazzo il fatto che non solo avesse detto quelle cose a Mark di cui era stato chiaramente abusato il corpo e l'intimità, ma anche per aver tradito chiaramente Ploy, personaggio che amavo alla follia, ceh così bellina, col bel faccino, ci sono rimasta di merda a sapere che tradiva Vee, a sto punto mi son detta “cazzo ci fanno assieme se poi si fanno le corna a vicenda, non ha senso”.
Fatto sta che tutta la lunghissima situazione con Ploy è stata estenuante, così tanto che neanche la ricordo bene, in generale Ploy è stata na merda e Vee era troppo buono di mente, non riusciva a lasciare Ploy per non farla stare male ma allo stesso tempo faceva promesse inutili a Mark e lo faceva rimanere di merda ogni volta, in sè e per sè l’unica cosa decente fatta è stato quando Vee ha intervenuto riguardo la violenza domestica subita da Ploy, per quanto avessi potuto odiare Ploy giuro che mi è stra dispiaciuto per lei in quanto queste cose sono davvero brutte, indipendemente dalle proprie azioni nessuno le meriterebbe, lì però Ploy ha visto l’aiuto come segno d’amore ma non era così ed è buono che Vee l’abbia aiutata in quanto umano in difficoltà con una cosa molto pesante.
Alla fine sto Vee ha fatto aspettare così tanto Mark che ha dovuto aspettare pure lui ahah lì ero alla tipo “il karma gira”, ho seriamente pensato che Mark avesse fatto bene ad allontanarlo, avrebbe dovuto farlo prima perchè sì è vero che Vee in primis ha avuto problemi con la questione ma purtroppo è anche vero che non puoi avere due persone, devi chiudere con chi devi senza pensarci perchè giustamente se fai così non finisce più.
Vabbè Mark ha fatto bene e Vee è stato bravo a riprenderselo bene, in generale mi è piaciuto come ha dimostrato il suo amore anche se potevano togliere pure da mezzo la cosa della lotta con quel tizio ma vabbè ci sta.
Alla fine mi è dispiaciuto un botto per la situazione padre di Mark, capisco che ha fatto il duro proprio per il bene del figlio ma allo stesso tempo dato che pure te stavi nella stessa situazione di quella famiglia, dovresti essere più empatico, invece ha detto tutte quelle brutte parole che non si dovrebbero proprio dire, a nessuno, in primis non è rispettoso per l’altro in quanto umano ma poi se ci sei passato pure te cazzo vuoi, fatti i fatti tuoi.
D’altra parte la famiglia di Vee è stata fin troppo gentile, se fossi stata in loro avrei già picchiato il padre di Mark.
Sta serie è molto particolare e non ho parlato di tutto ma vabbè c’è da dire che ho amato Nuea in quanto come normale che sia ci ha provato in maniera decente e visto che non era ricambiato ha accettato normalmente la cosa diventando pure un sostenitore della coppia Vee-Mark, è stata una buona persona.
Consiglio vivamente questa serie.

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There's something about this drama

Watching this was a roller coaster. I liked the story, it's not perfect but it is good. I really loved their acting and their chemistry<3 Also, don't forget to wait until the titles in the last episode, I almost didn't watch it and that would be sad.
I think this series is good when you want to just relax and chill, I had it finished really quickly and I don't regret it at all!
I am definitely going to watch it again !

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Obsessed from the very first scene!

Love Mechanics immediately captivated me from its very first opening scene. This BL series revolves around the story of two students, Mark and Vee, and their journey from enemies to lovers. The show boasts impressive production value and offers tantalizing scenes that add spice for viewers to savor.

I must acknowledge that this show may not be for everyone due to its toxic elements. However, personally, I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of it. Each episode brimmed with drama, leaving me glued to my seat and occasionally shouting at the screen, immersed in frustration with certain characters and desperately hoping for outcomes that aligned with my wishes. I was so engrossed in the initial moments between Mark and Vee that I ended up binge-watching the entire series in a single day.

The actors portraying Mark and Vee deserve commendation for their incredible performances in the show. They exuded confidence and enthusiasm, instantly charming me with their first words.

Love Mechanics delves into various themes, including relationship dynamics, familial tension, infidelity, and the process of healing and reconciliation. While the story may have occasionally ventured into trashy and simplistic territory, I believe the outstanding acting and the remarkable chemistry between Mark and Vee compensated for it in the long run. I would certainly be eager to watch more shows of this nature and recommend Love Mechanics to anyone seeking more mature BL series.

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YinWar

For starters, this series is a spin off of the patent story 'En of Love' so it doesn't matter which one you watch first but personally I'd watch EOL so you get a general idea of YinWar. They're probably my fav current BL couple but unfortunately, this series didn't change much of how they were in EOL.
ANYWAY, if I'm not comparing it then I really enjoyed this series. It has its basic Thai BL cringe and cute moments but YinWar is pretty much a dynamic duo you can't help but can scream for lol We can all realize to the characters in some way, whether it's school stress, family troubles, being cheated on etc everyone has a story here. I feel the end got rushed a LOT and it definitely had its good, bad and ugly moments but if you're looking for a cute MC with decent romance and fluffy BL cuteness and drama...look no further
Enjoy....
P.S. last ep after credits had me SCREAMING

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Wow

I enjoyed the first series, and I enjoyed this one too. I am not a big fan of Mark's, but I loved how we go to see more of his feelings, past and family. It helped explain a lot about he and his actions. I was happy for him. Everyone gives Vee a hard time, and he deserves it! But, he truly redeems himself in many ways in this series. With Vee, we also get more of his life and background.
The other characters such as Bar and Gun being recast was disappointing, but we got a small continuation of their story, and that was good, since their story was my favorite in En of Love. I really appreciated the further involvement of Nuea, who was kind of exciting in the first series. The other cast members that returned did not disappoint. It was fun to see them!
The acting was amazing. Both Yin and War, who were good in the first series, really did a great job! Applauds to the production value! Wow, it was good, and heads above the first series, but the first did have to deal with COVID.
Good story, good acting, good production. This was good, real good!

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