Ever since BL series became popular internationally, we have seen many that are just about the love story. Some of them have no story at all. But there are some rare gems that have good writing and a strong storyline. Laws of Attraction is one such BL series. Here is my review of the Laws of Attraction Thai BL series.
Laws of Attraction is directed by Wo Worawit Khuttiyayothin and written by Nueng Chawanon Sarapat, Sorawich Pinyomit, Oh Wantawil Suknoy, and Thananant Kamsri.
The series is immediately charming because it focuses on a strong storyline and is more of a crime thriller.
The Charm Factor
The charm can be attributed to the cast, especially the lead actors.
Jam Rachata Hampanont plays the righteous and honest Tinn with so much purity, vulnerability and love. He is effortless as he takes us through some heartbreaking scenes.
But Film Thanapat Kawila completely steals the show with his now-menacing, now-not-so-menacing portrayal of the lawyer Charn who has a dark past.
The actor is so versatile and he portrays Charn in a cheeky, sexy, outgoing and enigmatic manner.
Both actors have incredible chemistry which they also had in their previous outing together; To Sir, With Love.
The Heart of Laws of Attraction
Laws of Attraction has an incredible supporting cast that makes every scene memorable. See Parattakorn Kaiyanan plays the supposedly spoilt Thaenthai with conviction.
Duangdao Jarujinda plays Tinn’s grandmother with so much affection and natural ease which only comes with experience.
But, the heart of Laws of Attraction is none other than the child actor
Maki Machida Sutthikulphanich (Tonkhao), who very easily outshines everyone else in the cast.
We can never forget her and the young actor has unbelievable potential. She also plays young Maki in Home School.
The Writing of Laws of Attraction
Laws of Attraction has an incredible writing team that makes a somewhat simple crime storyline soulful.
There is so much depth in the characterization, and the characters are well-rounded. Both the main actors have moments to shine in their respective roles. Seeing how these characters develop makes me excited to watch the series further.
The brilliance of writing can be seen in the whole plot development with something as simple as a doll and Charn’s search for it. We can expect more gradual revelations in the upcoming episodes.
What Could Have Been Better?
The opening scene did not have enough intrigue. It could have been better written and executed.
Also, there is too much drama in some scenes, which does not work well for the storyline.
In particular, the fifth episode’s scene of the law office burning was so poorly executed that it felt more like a comedy than tragedy.
Final Thoughts
Laws of Attraction is undoubtedly one of the best BL series this year, if not the best. As I already said, the storyline is very intriguing, and I can’t wait to watch the next episodes.
You can watch Laws of Attraction on YouTube.
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