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Meet Me Outside Episode 6
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Episode 6: What About New Year? was a nice finale. It wasn't spectacular but it was a wonderful way to close this series. There were cuddly moments between Dale and James but I'd be lying if I said those were enough for me. They could have at least given the viewers one intimate kiss, lol. But yes, it's a happy ending so I'm generally ok with it. Script was good. Acting was fine. Although I found the character development of Dale from timid Dale to confident Dale a bit abrupt. I can understand where his newfound confidence came from but it was still quite sudden for me. Audio-visuals were mostly alright. Overall, it was a nice conclusion to this series.
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Episode 5: Time or Heart was a bit of a snooze. There were relationship developments for Ram and Migo and Cassandra and Chesca but because of the cheesy and preachy screenplay, the scenes became quite tedious. It didn't help that acting was dry. The Andrei, Josh, and Max scenes saved this episode for me. They looked interesting. Audio-visuals were at least ok. For the next episodes, I really want to feel some romantic excitement from this series.
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Episode 9: Testimony was replete with illogical and unnecessary scenes. Seriously, almost all the characters followed Giorgio and Mama Rhu to Nueva Ecija? Representations of healthcare workers were still bad. Scenes that were meant to be funny weren't funny at all. But at least this episode provided character backgrounds for Mama Ru and Tita (Aunt) Jaclyn that highlighted the struggles of Filipino (Pinoy) transwomen. Script was cringy for the most part. Acting was still barely watchable. Audio-visuals were uneven. There were times when the voice dubbing wasn't in sync with the visuals. Though the location shoot did this series favours. Let's hope for better succeeding episodes.
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Meet Me Outside Episode 5
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The episodes of Meet Me Outside have been consistently good. Episode 5: I Want To Be Held, the longest episode so far at 16:48 minutes, was an excellent episode. Dale taking off his shirt as soon as he entered James' room was appropriately explained. It was awkward but cute. Dale and James' conversation about love and relationships was very relatable. Regarding expectations about love and relationships, I can emphatize with both Dale and James. Those cuddles and hugs were better than sex. I hope there's no drunk sex next episode. I hate drunk sex on boys' love (BL) series. Script was impeccable. Acting was on point. Audio-visuals were solid. And the OST "Pahintulot" (Permission) by Shirebound & Busking was nice. I'm really curious how this series will end next episode. I hope it's also good.
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Happenstance Episode 1
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Wow, I was pleasantly surprised with Episode 1: Yuanfen! It was a solid pilot episode. The concept's different with its two timelines eventually converging somehow. It had intertwined timelines like two of my all-time favorite Thai boys' love (BL) series "He's Coming To Me" and "Until We Meet Again" but its treatment's not the same. The historical and social contexts of the two timelines of Happenstance were pretty clear. And given the historical revisionisms and human rights violations in the Philippines, those contexts are very relevant for Filipinos (Pinoys) today. Plus, there's something unexplainable about communication between two timelines. Will this series be more in line with the genre of science fiction (multiverse) or supernatural (magic) or both? All the characters, not only the main characters, seemed to have interesting backgrounds that are important for the plot/storyline. Screenplay was appropriate and realistic. Acting was good. The performance of the lead cast members Kiko and Jovani were decent while the veteran supporting cast members Rosanna, Alan, Angeli, and Erlinda were really good. There's quality production. And the OST "Atin Lang" (Between Us) by Mikoy Morales was nice. Overall, I really liked this premiere episode.
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Meet Me Outside Episode 4
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Like the previous episode, Episode 4: Wine & Cheese surprised me during the last few seconds. But before I get to those last few seconds, I just want to say that Dale had a plausible explanation why he didn't immediately reveal himself to James. I totally understand him. But what puzzled me was him taking off his shirt as soon as he entered James' room (not that I'm complaining, lol). Was this his first time to hook up via the Blued app so he didn't really know what to do? Or, this wasn't new to him and this is what usually happens? What ever the explanation, this cliffhanger will make for a good next episode. Screenplay was fine. Acting was good. Genesis was so cute I wanted to hug him especially when his character Dale was feeling sorry for not immediately revealing himself to James. And audio-visuals were satisfactory. For those of us complaining about episodes being too short, I heard the next episode is about 15 minutes long, lol.
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Episode 3: The Other was extra cringy. While the plot/storyline progressed with Vince looking for David and Simon showing David how to survive on an island, everything else was super corny. Script had cheesy lines. Acting was quite bad. All the main cast members were tentative and unnatural in their performance. Production technicals were the same as previous episodes. Seven episodes left!
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Meet Me Outside Episode 3
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At 5:51 minutes, Episode 3: Someone's Having a Party, was the shortest episode yet. This episode was cute with enough romantic excitement until the last few seconds when it turned heartbreaking. While I was sad for Dale, James' reaction was understandable. James was probably asking himself: "Was he just playing with me?" In any case, screenplay was good. Acting was on point. Genesis and Kaloy are perfect for their roles. Audio-visuals were largely satisfactory. I can't believe we're already halfway through this microseries!
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There's a lot to unpack on Episode 4: Agony and Ecstasy. I liked that Sister's bigotry and hypocrisy were exposed on this episode. Is she really Vee's mother? Mother and her children may be evil but Sister's probably no different. The scene with Mother and Sister was intense! I also liked that it was made clear on this episode that Jay blackmailing Vee to get laid last episode was wrong. But I guess the second time with Jay in the car on this episode, was ok? Lol. I still don't like deceitful Jay. I also don't like lying Jennifer. I'm not sure yet what I feel about Dong. If he's also with Allen, I'll also be mad at him. Poor beautiful Vee, I hope he doesn't commit suicide next episode. Screenplay was generally fine. Acting was good. And production technicals were mostly ok. I know not everyone likes supernatural stuff but in terms of overall quality, I really think Cheat is a top-tier Filipino (Pinoy) boys' love (BL) series. With only two episodes left for Chapter 1, I hope it finishes strong.
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Meet Me Outside Episode 2
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I know it's a microseries and the entire series is less than an hour long but I really wish it's longer. Even though it's an obvious product placement for Blued app, it's still a good series. I liked Episode 2: Where You At? It's cute and romantic. Script was relatable. Acting was also fine. There's something about Kaloy and Genesis on this series that I found charming and endearing. Production technicals were clean and neat. Episode 3 tonight at midnight (Manila time) via Blued Philippines and on Youtube tomorrow (Dec 23) at 8:45PM (Manila time)!
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Win Jaime's Heart Episode 1
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Episode 1: Broken Hearts, Lost Souls was a solid pilot episode. This episode used a nonlinear narrative to introduce the plot/storyline. How eventually Win, Jaime, and Heart meet was set-up on this premiere episode. While the love triangle trope isn't new, it's still interesting to know how Win, who found Jaime for his broken-hearted friend Heart, develops romance with Jaime. Jaime, who jerked off while listening to Win's podcast, obviously fancies Win. Screenplay was generally realistic and relatable. Acting was quite good for actors with no known films and/or series credited to them. Audio-visuals were largely ok. My only issue was the mic symbol that should show that it's unmute during Win and Heart's virtual conversation. The OSTs "Ako'y Sayo Lamang" (I'm Exclusively Yours) by AJRAVII and "Panggap" (Pretend) by Shania Bajen, while not specifically made for this series, were nonetheless suitable for the scenes. I enjoyed this pilot episode so I'm really looking forward to the next episodes.
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Got'chu Fam! Episode 4
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If you like light viewing that gives you a few laughs then Got'chu Fam is suitable for you. Episode 4: Linis Bahay (House Cleaning) was fine. Being a situation comedy (sitcom), there's not much to go on with in terms of plot/storyline. The gang continued to prepare for the garage sale which I know will not be able to raise the money (PhP2.5 million in 3-days) they need, lol! The King and Kylie ship seemed to be sailing and I'm fine with it. Spencer's really my favorite character, lol! All other artistic aspects were similar with previous episodes.
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Meet Me Outside Episode 1
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Episode 1: Reservations was well-made. The plot/storyline seemed interesting. I anticipate I'll be entertained and feel romantic excitement. Screenplay was very natural and realistic. And I love Kaloy and Genesis! Their character portrayals on this series were quite different when compared to In Between's Otep and Boys' Lockdown's Martin which only proves that they can act. Also, there's something about their chemistry that's undeniable. Audio-visuals were clear. There were some cool camera shots. The OSTs "Danger" and "Pavement" by April Hernandez featuring TheSunManager, while not specifically made for this series, were nevertheless nice. Overall, this was a solid premiere. I only have one complaint: It's too short! Good thing this series will run everyday for 6 days!
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Boyband Love Episode 9
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On Episode 9, Aiden finally made a decision and he chose Danny. Questions like "Will Aiden and Danny publicly reveal their relationship?," "How will Aiden deal with his parents' reaction to his relationship will Danny?," and "Will Jaime and Josh ever meet again?" were some of the lingering issues left unanswered. It wasn't a spectacular finale but it was fairly decent so I'm generally ok with it. Some may take issue with gay Rico ending up with Mika but I know actual real-life couples like them so it's not as if their set-up doesn't happen. It does so I'm mostly fine with it. There were a lot of nice songs on this episode. It would have been better if these songs were spread out all throughout the season. The OST "Same Love" was overplayed. Overall, I think Boyband Love is a lower middle-tier Filipino (Pinoy) boys' love (BL) series so it's still alright.
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For those who got confused because of the dream sequence, Episode 8: Choose the Best Answer isn't the season finale. There are a few more episodes after this one. This episode revealed a bit more about Achilles and Hendrick and Ji-Young and Onyx that made them even more unlikable. I can understand why some may pity Achilles but given his attitude, I can't find it in me to feel for him. Again, the slapstick scene with the guard didn't work for me. Screenplay and acting were the same as previous episodes. Audio-visuals were also the same. No new episode tonight. The next episode will be on December 25.
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