Okay, let's talk about Until We Meet Again, specifically episode 1, with English subs of course. Because, let's be real, who understands Thai fluently on the first go?
I'm going to say something potentially controversial. Don't hate me. I'm ready for the backlash.
The Tortured Souls (and the Noodles)
Episode 1… it's a lot, right? We get the tragic backstory of Korn and Intouch. Teenage angst, forbidden love, and a whole lotta crying.
Am I the only one who got slightly distracted by the food? I mean, that noodle scene? Looked delicious!
Maybe it was a coping mechanism. Watching people suffer that much needs some visual comfort, like perfectly cooked noodles.
Introducing Pharm (and the Fluff)
Then we're introduced to Pharm, the reincarnation of Intouch. A sweet, shy soul who cries... a lot.
Look, I get it. Past life trauma, inherited sadness, the whole shebang. But someone get this kid a tissue!
And maybe a therapy session. Seriously, reincarnation is rough.
The Red Thread (and the Forced Proximity)
Then there's Dean, brooding and intense, also connected to the past. Think of him as the stoic counterpart to Pharm's emotional rollercoaster.
I’m a sucker for the red thread of fate trope. So cheesy, yet so effective!
Plus, the forced proximity? Chef's kiss! College is a breeding ground for that.
The Subtitles (and My ADD)
Now, let's talk about those English subtitles. Bless the translators!
But sometimes I'm trying to absorb the dramatic stares and meaningful glances, and BAM! A wall of text appears. My brain short-circuits.
Anyone else pause every 30 seconds to catch up? No? Just me?
Unpopular Opinion Time
Okay, here it is. Prepare yourselves. I'm about to say it.
Episode 1 of Until We Meet Again... is slightly overwhelming. It's like they crammed a whole season's worth of angst into one hour.
Don't get me wrong, the acting is great. The story is compelling. The production value is top-notch.
But sometimes I just wanted to yell at the screen, "Everyone, calm down! Breathe! Eat a noodle!"
Would I Watch It Again?
Despite my (minor) criticisms, absolutely! Bring on the tears, the angst, and the delicious-looking food!
Who am I kidding? I've probably already watched it five times. Send help (and tissues).
And maybe a translator who can read my mind and anticipate what I need to know. That would be amazing.
“See you in the next life, or maybe just the next episode.”