Bed Friend (2023)

Potential of being something more

Let me start by saying that this sets of actors are very cute.
At last, someone is being treated for the trauma they went through and not by the power of Love. And I also like the fact that the sexual assault was taken seriously.
The chemistry between the two main casts is fire and the sex scenes is something that I can't get out of my head.
Well, as for rewatching, I will probably just skip to some parts that I like the most.
But one thing still bugs me, how does Uea still allow his mum treat him that way, infact he doesn't need to send money to her directly for his sister tuition, he can just pay to the school directly.
I will come back to complete this review after the season finale.

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Loooove it

I love this series. I watch it then I go on YouTube and watched the reaction with shaqiii. He literally have you screaming ???. Am into episode 4 and I loooove it. The only down side what I don't like is I need Uea to cuss his mother TF out. I know Thailand it's all about respect and what not? but it's time for him to put a serious cussing on his mother. She is are B***, and for that stepfather he needs a cutass and the EX also. I was literally watching episode 4 and am like this MC . In life sometimes you need to block and remove some family members from your life.

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Good, but it could be much better

I had expectations, big expectations - mainly because of Jade, I love the actor - and I think because of that I ended up being a bit disappointed. I still think it's a good show, fun, sexy and interesting, but it could have wrapped up less. I recommend it for those who like the genre.

The main couple matches a lot, the sex scenes are worth it precisely because of the actors' chemistry. It has a dramatic appeal due to Uea's trauma, but I missed a deepening of the script, exploration of supporting characters (like Jade and Mai, and Gun too), as well as some other things that could make us more attached to the series. Because honestly, from chapter 7 or 8 onwards it started to bore me a bit. The dynamics of Colored Friends have already been explored several times, in various scenarios and in various means of entertainment, so for the plot to be based on this it takes a little more creativity and commitment to get out of the sameness. Which is exactly what happens in this BL. It's not bad, it's just more of the same. The series could end two episodes earlier if it were to stick with this same content.

I continued for Jade and also because, as I said, I liked the chemistry that the actors have together and wanted to know the outcome of the story.
NOTE: I also have to confess that I was waiting for Mai to appear hahaha since there will be a spin-off series soon and because I am simply in love with him and Jade. Passion derived from when they played Syn and Nuer in Cutie Pie (help me, I'm deluded hahaha). The actors together are divine perfection. Besides Koraphat Lamnoi being very sexy, his look moves me.

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Thank you for reading this far, XOXO <3

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truly a masterpiece series

I LOVE LOVE LOVE IT OKAY JUST GO FOR IT IT'S REALLY WORTH WATCHING !!! TRUST ME
netjames served chemistry on golden platter and added it with cherries of nc yet clearly dipicted the affect of trauma within every episode people have no taste if they don't like it cus come on even the storyline is enough for conveincing anyone to see it . the trauma effects shown clearly unlike many bls . it clearly stood up among lot of bls this year . it atleast has a great story with no plotholes unlike well sm 2023 bls . the acting skills are great . they really worked 2 years for this so i wish you all will give it a watch . also the cinematography is eye candy last but not least THEY ARE GORGEOUS

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Mixed Feelings

Five episodes in and I am having mixed feelings. The actors are doing a great job so and I hope the ending meets my expectations.

I have watched one too many series in which parents get away with being abusive and nothing is done in regards to the victim's mental health. It's quite frustrating to see certain forms of abusive, manipulative or controlling behavior being normalised. I do know and understand that every country has its culture and family principles however watching one or both parents (or a partner) get away with certain unacceptable actions is worrying. In one such series the son was bea**n up till the father was finally willing to accept his relationship with a man. It's okay to touch on such mannerisms or issues because they make the story more realistic but they should not be condoned.
I'm curious as to how the obvious issues in this series will be addressed. A good writer needs to put all of this into consideration; unless it is something they think has been normalised for some strange or unknown reason.

So far, the acting has been impressive and I'm enjoying the added humour in some scenes. Costumes and makeup are on point and the visuals of the lead actors is no joke. Hopefully this series will be well worth the watch when the final episode is aired.

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There's a lot missing

So I was actually quite excited for this series but with each episode it becomes more uncomfortable to watch. First, I kind of liked the idea of 'Bed Friends' but there's seriously no storyline whatsoever.
They basically just casted good looking actors and filmed a lot of 18+ scenes.
But there's actually not much tension between them. I don't really understand what's going on to be honest.
It seems like they just mixed a bunch of 'sex' scenes and some 'flirty' scenes together without thinking about a plot or a good storyline. Atleast I don't get the storyline behind that and some scenes don't really make sense or are necessary.

And in my opinion they portrayed the trauma /past Uea went trough also really weird

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More!

Both the male leads are hot and their chemistry is simmering explosiveness.
I can understand both leads perspectives. Uea was raised by a cruel homophobic mother. He's undeniably gay but not openly comfortable with expressing it. King is flirtatious and seemingly shallow. However, I'm getting strong undercurrents of unrequited love and definite sexual interest. He does thoughtful and responsible things for Uea. I really don't get the comments about "rape". Uea ask for his attentions. Morally King should have denied him due to how drunk Uea was but the sex was still consenual even if Uea was cognitively impaired. While King could have taken the "high" road and just held Uea instead of having sex, there is a degree of responsibility on Uea's part to not drink to the point he is passing out.

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Not just a steamy romance

Reviewed after completing EP. 3
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I started watching this series coz I wanted to watch something lighthearted and maybe sizzling romance. But after 3 episodes, I am sure Bed Friend is going to demand much more emotional involvement than I thought. It's kinda like an emotional rollercoaster...

Though I am seeing a pretty consistent theme with Uea here. It's like he has got all the problems in his life and others lives are seemingly perfect. I hope King also has some story and depth to his character.

Finger crossed?for future development in the story....

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MAYBE NOT A FAN OF THIS KIND

I got to be honest , I really tried my best appreciating this drama but I just can't, but it is not the show's fault, some people may like this one but also maybe not me.
I did not like the fact that the time is just spent on bed scenes, but I thought this is the reason why the title is bed friend, so I just ignored that and skipped those parts, acting on bed scenes somehow lacks something, I cannot feel the desire specially on the Eua's face , But King is stealing the show here .
It is about trauma as far as I think even I cannot finish the show anymore , and like what I've said maybe this show is not for me, I just tried watching it because of Net, but yeah sadly I did not liked it

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Not delivering

I think the series has the same problems as Cutie Pie did. It makes me disappointed because Net is a good actor, the visual is stunning and they should be able to sort the rest out.

The biggest problems are the slow pace and the lack of conviction in what they’re doing. The slow pace is evident in how they talk, which is not natural and full of pauses. This results in a feeling of lack of chemistry and a plot that’s kind of not happening. Their interactions are done with a body language that’s not convincing, because it seems like they’re not convinced themselves. This I think is mostly James problem, he can’t pull off taking his shirt off or rubbing the crotch in a sensual way. It falls flat.

Next problem is the balance of the characters. The mother is way over the top. It’s difficult to understand why Uea would stand for that kind of abuse as an adult. And why does he turn down King who’s nothing but kind to him. Uea seems mostly bratty and King is so underdeveloped it’s impossible to understand his fascination for Uea.

Overall the humor doesn’t work. This was also the main problem in Cuie Pie. They’re not funny, they’re trying to be, which makes it cringey.

Lastly, I agree with the comment of someone else; in which century are they living? “You have sex without being in love?” can’t be asked like that’s unheard of in today’s society. It’s just not very realistic.

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Um espetáculo à parte

Essa série foi muito esperada por mim e pela legião de fãs de Net e James, que estávamos sedentos em ver eles numa série própria. Confesso que a sinopse me decepcionou um pouco, imaginei de cara um romance clichê e muito apelo sexual. COMO EU ESTAVA ENGANADA!
Nessa série tudo é feito de forma minuciosa para encantar. O roteiro é incrível, a direção também. Os dois personagens principais, apesar da dinâmica proposta pelo título (amigos de cama), na verdade nunca foram apenas isso, desde o primeiro encontro é perceptível que algo muito maior nasceu entre eles. Além disso, a química entre eles dois é simplesmente SURREAL!!! As cenas são de amor, não de sexo. São eróticas, sensuais, mas não são apelativas e vulgares, além de uma estética perfeita, que vai desde a beleza dos meninos, até a ost magnífica e um show de iluminação, a fotografia nessa série tem um papel muito importante, que dá mais profundidade às cenas do casal.
Como eu disse inicialmente, esperava receber uma série apelativa, mas recebi, além da dinâmica linda do casal citada acima, dois universos completamente diferentes que se encontraram, e em seus pedaços conseguiram se encaixar. A história de King é mais suave. Apenas mais um jovem clichê, rico e bom vivant, que a família quer casar com uma moça do mesmo nível. Inicialmente, ele tenta passar a ideia de que não se importa com relacionamentos, mas quando conhece Uea, muda seu modo de viver. Uea trás uma série de dramas, que seriam apenas mais clichês se não tivessem sido tão bem trabalhados. Inicialmente, ser rejeitado pela mãe narcisista, pra quem ele aparentemente só serve de banco, abusado pelo padrasto, não conseguir se fazer acreditar sobre esse abuso e depois de anos de dor e trauma, sofrer uma nova tentativa de abuso no trabalho. Obviamente alguém com essa carga de traumas não entregaria o coração facilmente... E foi lindo ver as barreiras dele se quebrando, os traumas sendo curados e a confiança brotando. Outro ponto maravilhoso dessa série, foi ver os personagens abusadores sofrendo punições, apesar de que o sobrinho do patrão merecia uma punição mais severa que a demissão. O colega de trabalho não colaborativo foi obrigado a mudar de postura. Não obrigaram o personagem Uea a perdoar a mãe narcisista, mostrando que não é preciso romantizar laços de sangue. Não focaram demais em histórias paralelas, até pq, como a história do casal era muito profunda, histórias à parte poderiam atrapalhar muito.
Como cereja do bolo, tivemos a aparição do Mai no final do último EP, depois de Jade pegar o buquê, já dando à largada para a história deles, que será contada em breve, e talvez por isso o personagem Jade, tão cativante, não teve tanto aprofundamento, para deixar os pontos importantes para a série dele.

Aspectos técnicos também estão impecáveis, atuação, química entre todos os personagens, sonoplastia, fotografia, filmografia, ost, nada ficou a desejar. Pra mim foi 10/10 e está na minha lista de favoritas.

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