[Discussion] Material Queen

[Libradaj]

Okay, I just finished episode 5.

NGL, the first two episodes were hard to get through. Yes, it is the critical stuff of them meeting and what not, but really, it tested me.

The story is starting to get interesting. I am waiting for our second female lead to have some face time. Saw her already but briefly. I know she is going to show up again, just a matter of when. Our 2nd male lead is both handsome and cruel. Wow. That's a new one. Usually he is handsome and vulnerable. This one is just a complete jerk. I am interested to see how his character is going to develop/change, if at all.

I am not sure this story has enough "umph" to keep it going 20 episodes. I guess we will have to wait and see what direction it goes. From what they are showing now, it will be hard to keep going this route for 20 episodes. Something else is going to have to come up.

Van Ness is SPECTACULAR, as usual. His acting is ALWAYS spot on. His emotional range is fabulous. You cannot but help feeling every emotion is face displays. OST is nice too! Beautiful scenes. Good ensemble cast chemistry - it is all working pretty good. I hope I am not disappointed later.

[Libradaj]

Up to speed with this drama. Just finished episode 12 and we are on the downhill roll. I honestly was not sure how they were going to pull 20 episodes out of it but they did the smart thing, and, well, if you watch you will find out. If not I will put it in the spoilers once the series is complete.

There are somethings I wished they kept from the first 10 episodes and others I wish they would have left alone. The storyline is engaging but I find myself scrolling to get to the interesting plot points.

If you are fan of Van Ness you will enjoy him in this. After getting past the halfway point, I feel like he is not pushed enough in the first half of this series. After 10 he is really beginning to display his acting chops much more. You will also enjoy the OST; it is basically his C'est La V album.

If I had to score this show right now I would give it a 7 with a bullet. The story, while it is in the second phase of the story, it is picking up speed IMHO. I hope it will not let me down but I am wary as its a TDrama, which are world renown for HORRIBLE endings.

Originally Posted by Libradaj

If you are fan of Van Ness you will enjoy him in this. After getting past the halfway point, I feel like he is not pushed enough in the first half of this series. After 10 he is really beginning to display his acting chops much more. You will also enjoy the OST; it is basically his C'est La V album.

If I had to score this show right now I would give it a 7 with a bullet. The story, while it is in the second phase of the story, it is picking up speed IMHO. I hope it will not let me down but I am wary as its a TDrama, which are world renown for HORRIBLE endings.

I absolutely love the OST to this drama.

I'm also weary of TDramas, but it's mostly because of the ridiculous over-acting.

I really love this drama. And Vanness running always makes my inner 6 year old giggle...lol

[Libradaj]

Originally Posted by LisNoir

I really love this drama. And Vanness running always makes my inner 6 year old giggle...lol

That is funny! I am the complete opposite. LOL I love a man who has a nice strut. VanNess does not strut, his walk is so odd, which makes his run worse. In my eyes, it's the only thing about him I don't like. Odd quirk, I know.

Originally Posted by Libradaj

That is funny! I am the complete opposite. LOL I love a man who has a nice strut. VanNess does not strut, his walk is so odd, which makes his run worse. In my eyes, it's the only thing about him I don't like. Odd quirk, I know.

Oh, believe me! The first time I saw him running was in Autumn's Concerto and I was like "Vanness, why are you running like that?" But after I saw it a few times my adult self let it go and let my inner 6 year old have some fun ....lol

[Libradaj]

Episode 13 - what can I say about you? Things are getting intense again, and a battle is brewing! I want to punch Justin for standing behind a woman to get him out of trouble, then the next minute I want to hug him and tell him to go for it! I know he gets it but he is fighting it so bad. She is somewhat oblivious but still, fighting for her rights. Love it! I am madly in LOVE with Peter. You go boy!! LOL

The scene in the hotel room - masterful! You can feel VanNess' sexiness oozing out. THAT is part of why I love him. Physically, he is not as "pretty" as some other T-actors, but when it comes to bringing the sexy on screen, he exudes it so well. His whole demeanor on screen; you feel every emotion he acts. He's fabulous!

The preview for the next episode made me gasp and squeal at the same time. How long can we keep up this charade? EXCITED!!

[Libradaj]

At the end of ep 15 and I am not sure what to think. Not that the story is getting bad, because it is not. It has taken an interesting turn. I am curious as to where it is going to go. I am not even going to put a spoiler on here because I want people to watch it. It really is quite good, this give and take.

The preview for the next episodes looks really good too. With four more episodes I wonder where they are going. I also wonder when the secret will be revealed. I think I know who our "mystery guest" is but ..*sigh* ... we'll see.

[PinkDiamond]

I started watching this only for Vanness. Initially, I had to force myself to watch it because I was bored (I care less about materialistic things). However, after about...the third episode I became more absorbed and more interested in the story. This is one of those dramas that starts off slow, but gets better as it progresses.

[amrita828]

I'm only on episode 1.
But I need to say this: I too want to kiss Vanness in a deserted café in Paris.

[Libradaj]

Originally Posted by amrita828

I'm only on episode 1.
But I need to say this: I too want to kiss Vanness in a deserted café in Paris.

***BIG, HEAVY SIGH*** Goes back to the garage for a bigger bucket to clean up the drool.