Like in the Movies (2020)

Even better the second time around

Some good soul decided to sprinkle some fairy dust on this production. Coming as it did in the dark days of lockdowns and vaccinations, this was not just fresh air, but was scented with jasmine or lavender or whatever. The fragrance lingered for a while till the time I decided to revisit it. What did I then discover?

What is a fairly ordinary story set mostly in a single apartment (and its common areas) is somehow transformed into joyous, frothy love story. But in its wake, there are meaningful insights into coming out, gay identity, broken families, job-hunting, making that first step into the big bad(?) world of commercial media. The back stories are sometimes painful , but they make for the right balance between the lightness of the romance and wanting to make a broader statement about the Filipino economy and society today.
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I think there are only 6 characters in this series. Remarkable is that each of them has something to add to this broad canvas that GSP is trying to . Full credit to all the actors for telling us heir stories - laughter suddenly turning to grey unresolved sadness. As for Ian and Paolo,t his could not have worked without you two. Alternating between laughter, anger, silliness, and seriousness, you built your roles around your mutual affection; it was never that far away. And we, the audience could see the affection and we decided to come along for the ride.
Dare I mention the music. Not since "Lovesick" and Hormones" has there been a soundtrack that is tuneful, original and so in sync with the story.
Thank you JP Habac and Juan Miguel Severo - for completing and releasing the series during the pandemic, but also for your vision of what this show should be. As I said, I am writing this after my second viewing. I had a smile on my face right through.
There's a a song (revealing my age) by Frank Sinatra which goes "Love is lovelier ... the second time around.."

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One of the best series i have ever watched!

I really enjoyed watching like in the movies because it wasn't like in a lot of bl's so happy-clappy everyone is going to accept that I'm gay and no one cares. Everyone in the lgbt community will be able to relate to the struggles and dysphoria Karl was going through. I was so amazed by this series, it was so much b better than I ever imagined. To my friends who are new to watching Bl, this is probably one of the first ones I will recommend them to watch. It even is a great family movie. The two characters had so much chemistry, they were made for each other. It was funny but also had some deep and beautiful moments. What kinda spoiled it for me was that they didn't end up together, but that's just my opinion :) Overall I can really recommend watching it, I'm sure you'll love it!

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One of the best bls

I don't usually write reviews but for a show this amazing I really have no choice other than to do it. This show is amazing from top to bottom I love the acting, directing, script, delivery, editing and filming. The music hits so well and is accompanied by these beautiful and amazing shots. I love Karl and Vlad, I think that they are great characters the way the fall in love to the conflict is expressed in an amazing way and done so right. Also I have to mention something that took me by surprise and that was the humor. There was no funny background soundtrack that they usually play, no awkward moments to make me cringe and feel second handed embarrassment. The humor is so funny and casual. They way jokes are delivered are so natural and its so entertaining seeing characters interacting with each other. Most of all there are no fan service moments. Their love feels so real and genuine it is insane. But the main part of what captured this show is the dialogue, every single line has so much weight laced on to it. There are so many beautiful quotes you can pick from this show and understand their meaning so easily. I'm sorry if my review is a bit all over the place, I just want to put across the fact that this show is an absolute gem and deserves all the love and attention it receives.

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gaya sa pelikula !

estava com medo de assistir mas a história me deixou completamente apaixonada por eles ! a mistura de emoções foi incrível - é diferente da maioria dos bl ' s já que retrata a descoberta da sexualidade & também a aceitação . . . assuntos que merecem aparecer mais em bl ' s, porque é a realidade de nossa comunidade lgbtqia +

um bl que você pode assistir sem medo , não tem cenas sexualizadas e também aquele drama insuportável - é um bl que transmite suas emoções de uma forma tão real que retrata ao público os sentimentos do personagem . . . assistirei mais e mais vezes porque estou completamente apaixonada pelos meus garotinhos !

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Must watch series!!!

Ok so to start off this review I wanted to say I don’t EVER write reviews but this was so good you don’t understand. Usually don’t enjoy shows that have a slow burn like this one but this is so worth watching! I have the attention span of a 4 year old and watched this all in one go lol.

To start off let me say the acting was AMAZING!! I really loved the chemistry there two actors had it left you on your toes the whole time! They really seem to have a close connection even off screen so that’s something amazing.

The storyline really was amazing, the way they didn’t write this as a normal “BL” series was amazing it was just a love story between two men who have struggles in this society because of who they are. I love series like this I definitely recommend it to people of the lgbt community and allies!

The music was AHHH! I have never seen a drama with such a good sound track! All the songs went with the emotions of what the character/characters on screen were going through.

I don’t know if they will have a season two because of the sexual assault problem that happened but whatever happens i’m happy this series was a thing.

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A Remarkable take on a BL Series

When I watched the trailer I knew that I would be having high expectations for this series and come the first episode I was not disappointed. I really like the aesthetics and the production set as well, which actually has a deeper meaning if we were to really incorporate the series. I actually enjoyed re-watching episode after episode because it wasn't tiresome or anything but because it feels like whenever I re-watched it, it just gets better and better as I do noticed new details in each episode.

For the most part, I realized that every episode or every scene was important for the development of the story. And that you really need to pay attention to what you are watching in order to really understand the story since there will be revelations in the future episodes. And when I mean pay attention, I mean it in the most profound way possible that every detail even the acting was important. I especially liked how subtle they were in dealing with the micro-aggressions most of the LGBTQ+ Community faces that didn't seemed forceful as other series would.

After watching these series it really struck an impression on me to the point that I didn't bother re-watching the last two episodes for almost a month, not because it wasn't what I wanted but because I felt the need to really reflect on those two last episode that really speaks out what we need to take in consideration.

To be honest I wouldn't really want to categorize this as "just a BL Series" since it deals a lot more on the important drama and matters our society faces nowadays.

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I'm not really a an of our own country BL Series, but this one exceed my expectation

I ate my own words saying that I will never watch a pinoy bl, I just hate how some actors deliver their lines poorly (Im reffering to a common shows/series I've watch) so I already put in my mind that don't expect too much in pinoy bl. It's 2022 so I convinced my self to try, atleast. I manage my expectation and I started browing series in Netflix. I saw this familliar title "Gaya sa Pelikula" so I watch the trailer, and I can say that theyir acting convinced me to watch it, I started watching right after my online class and I finished watching it in the afternoon. I dont know how to tell it in other words but yeah, It exceed my expectations, I was like, WOW! The script is well constructed, it's not cringey to watch. The actors are so good!! they deliver each line very well and their acting is really good!!! all the things that I hate in a series are not present in this series, I admit that some scene are kinda awkward to watch but it helps you to get attach on what you are watching. Im so speechless after watching it. I cant even leave my sit while watching HAHAHAH

I love how the series focused on their story and didn't care about the sexual things (I hope you know what I mean). Overall, this series is so worth it to watch, will probably rewatch it again and Im really hoping for a S2! A must watch series, ngl. So proud o this series, they raised the standard for a Pinoy BL Series.

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Top TIER BL

One of the best series I have ever seen... this is right up there among my fave Phillipine's BLs like Gameboys and Hello Stranger.. what I love about Phillipines BL's more than Thai ones is that we actually get storylines and the stories feel real... sometimes in the Thai ones the university storyline becomes so repetitive and redundant but this show felt so real and authentic and the chemistry between the leads are stellar.. I love the girl who portrayed the sister.. her acting was also very spot on. I would recommend this show to all fans of BL's.. its really a top tier one.

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I've been blessed.

For a long time now, I have avoided watching series from my very own country. They were all dragged out or cut down depending on their popularity with same old plotlines and recurring themes.

This is my first Filipino BL series and I can say I've been blessed.

The series is short but well paced. It wasn't dragged out with unnecessary stuff nor was it rushed out to fit everything in but the heart and meat of the story was well conveyed. I also welcome the change of having just one couple to focus on (since Thai BLs have at least 3 couples in a series). The quotes at the end of each episode is a nice touch too. Oh and the sponsor thing is almost nonexsistent (it's a little weird and yet pleasing).

As for the story itself, it was very relatable and in touch with reality. It didn't stop at the male realizing he liked another male and everything went fluffy from there on. It delved further to the very things that a person from the lgbtq+ would take into consideration before being in a relationship, even before coming out.

The actors did well in their character portrayal. The chemistry between the pair is there and they were believable. Song choices are on point, very well chosen.

The only thing I could ask for is a season two --- their journey in life, this time, outside.

This series offered more than the regular BL series you could find. The rating for this isn't just for show at all. I highly recommend!

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A Love Letter to Those Still in the Closet

One thing this show does well is treat both those who are out and those who are closeted with equal respect. It touches on the real world fears and that regardless of the reasons, each person has the right to take the time they need, if they aren’t ready to be out. It is their choice and other’s don’t have the right to choose for them.

It’s not revolutionary but it ticks a lot of boxes of things I look for in a romance. The starting out as enemies and the cohabitation: It’s nice slice of life. The characters and actors have great chemistry. Any BL that I like is one where you can feel the emotions of the characters, and this one delivers.

Please appreciate the end credit scenes. It’s the same shot of the mains are always watching a movie but their positions get closer and more familiar each episode and I’m all for it. It’s subtle but communicates so much. I like details like this. Make sure to watch each one.

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"Accepting yourself" - BEST storylined BL of 2020

First of all, I have to admit that I was a bit scared watching it, as it's a Filipino BL series and I made the experience that they are often really cringe and exaggerated. For example: I liked 'My Day' but most of the series I had to bite my fist as it was just too much and I skipped some scenes because I wasn't able to watch it.

GayaSaPelikula was on my watchlist but I totally forgot about it and missed the airing date. Looking back - a good expiry because I could watch it in one piece.
It had my intention again because I saw a sneak peak on YouTube and skimmed some reviews on MyDramaList (everyone gave a 10 or wrote a nice comment) so I told myself 'ok let's watch it even it's a Filipino BL' and OMG GUYS I DIDN'T REGRET IT!

Three words: JUST WATCH IT!
For me personally this series was one of the BEST LGBTQ series I EVER watched. It shows the reality of a coming out.

-Not the coming out to other people - the issue with yourself by accepting who you are.-

I really felt with the main character Karl and I could empathize to his anxiety and thoughts. For me it wasn't just another BL. It's an "Accepting yourself who you are" story combined with a homosexual main character. And especially if you aren't a part of the LGBTQ community - due to that series you get a better understanding how hard it is to accept yourself for who you are, who you love. I think now I even understand more the main issues and how people of the LGBTQ community goes through this process by watching GayaSaPelikula.

The acting was on top, the story line is a masterpiece because it shows how life could be. Just put attention to the small details in this show and you know what I mean.
I think this is a series that everyone who aren't familiar with LGBTQ should watch to understand better, especially the older generation.

All in all for me indcluding 'I Told Sunset About You' the best storylined BL series of 2020 and a MUST WATCH for everyone.

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my definition of a perfect BL

this was so beautiful and so carefully made to fit into reality and the struggles of gay relationships. the only problem was the little cliche of one of the mains thinking he was straight in the beginning. its an overused cliche but they worked it in so well that i didn't mind it.
the casting was great i really loved all the characters and how they played their parts in the story, no unnecessary characters got involved, simple to understand and the feels in each episode got me almost screaming.

the music was beautiful and really fit with the scenes and i do have a soft spot for good OSTs it brings such good feeling to an already good story.

the ending was beautiful although i do wish there was a bit more information to as how the future would look for them but i cant complain, we got enough joy from just understanding the characters and there was still happiness in me by the end.
all in all a really great series and if we could get another season i would be overjoyed. i really recomend this to someone who wants and emotional series that wont make you depressed but in genereall feeling like you can relate to a character cause trust me there is at least one person you can relate to cause everyone has these kind of people in their lives or at least i hope so with my whole heart.

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