Confusing first episode, draggy, dramatic, predictable. But it did give me some thrills.
9 Reviews
Was alright
tanjirouuuuuu29 September 2021
An enjoyable six-part Thai drama
Tweekums25 April 2023
This Thai drama series is centred on Wanchai, a man who has caught a bus to Bangkok where he hopes to help his brother. Things go bad as soon as he gets off the bus; the car with his brother in crashes. Several people are killed including his brother. His brother worked for a private ambulance/rescue service and Wanchai quickly comes to believe that there is corruption in the organisation and beyond. He starts working with a smaller, rival group. Not long afterwards he is approached by a dubious character who claims his brother had debts and he will now have to do various jobs for him to pay off the debt. Kat, a journalist whose colleague was injured in the accident, starts looking into events and befriends Wanchai.
I thought this was a solid little series. At only six episodes in length. The central story may get more than a little melodramatic at times it is still fun to watch. There is some solid action; some CGI is a little obvious but an early 'burning building' scene was really impressive. The characters are solid, especially protagonists Wanchai and Kat. The more villainous characters are fairly obvious in an enjoyable pantomime-villain style. Most plot lines are nicely wrapped up by the end of the final episode although a final scene hints at a second season that was never made.
These comments are based on watching the series in Thai with English subtitles.
I thought this was a solid little series. At only six episodes in length. The central story may get more than a little melodramatic at times it is still fun to watch. There is some solid action; some CGI is a little obvious but an early 'burning building' scene was really impressive. The characters are solid, especially protagonists Wanchai and Kat. The more villainous characters are fairly obvious in an enjoyable pantomime-villain style. Most plot lines are nicely wrapped up by the end of the final episode although a final scene hints at a second season that was never made.
These comments are based on watching the series in Thai with English subtitles.
Slow and not worth your time
JohnM632 October 2021
Warning: Spoilers
This series is definitely a slow starter. I watched all 6 episodes, but really the only thing that kept me going was my curiosity on how the story would develop. All in all however this should not have been worth my time. Though the plot seems interestingly enough, the whole scenario has just too much that is simply wrong, awkward, not making any sense. Some examples (SPOILER ALERT):
Firefighters run into a building that has just exploded after a gas leak. Not only is there hardly any fire, there is still gas leaking. That just does not make any sense. It also does not make sense to enter a building full of gas (obviously) without any precaution and then also close the door behind you.
Chai at a certain point leaves the rescue service (or so it seems), but can then still be found driving around in a car belonging to the rescue service.
Chai meets Kat in some downtown alley, but in the next scene they're all of a sudden near some highway arguing.
Although most of the characters are quite likable, acting is generally poor, as are the dialogues. Add to that the poor photography, low grade special effects, and unclarity on what exactly is going on and plot holes here and there, I rate this as a series that is not really worth your time. Unless of course, you are like me and curious enough about the final plot to sit this all out.
Firefighters run into a building that has just exploded after a gas leak. Not only is there hardly any fire, there is still gas leaking. That just does not make any sense. It also does not make sense to enter a building full of gas (obviously) without any precaution and then also close the door behind you.
Chai at a certain point leaves the rescue service (or so it seems), but can then still be found driving around in a car belonging to the rescue service.
Chai meets Kat in some downtown alley, but in the next scene they're all of a sudden near some highway arguing.
Although most of the characters are quite likable, acting is generally poor, as are the dialogues. Add to that the poor photography, low grade special effects, and unclarity on what exactly is going on and plot holes here and there, I rate this as a series that is not really worth your time. Unless of course, you are like me and curious enough about the final plot to sit this all out.
Entertaining But Incompetent Sub Titler
solomon112126 September 2021
The story was entertaining through episode 3, although not especially original. Appreciated the way they addressed pervasive corruption and the public's acceptance of it. Some very unnecessary brutality. Most of the characters seemed like real people. The acting was very good. However, after investing the time to watch 3 episodes, the subtitles were missing in large measure throughout episode 4, making it impossible to follow the story as closely. I didn't downgrade the score for that, but maybe I should have. Anyway, I quit during episode 4. If you're not a native speaker, might as well not bother getting started.
picture so beautiful
idini24 September 2021
Wanchai is Megan Fox in Transformers
mpsirimongkol24 September 2021
Better than expected
Props to the writers, They really hit the nail on the head with the corruption topic in Thailand. Always looking forward to shows that have balls to talk about something that deems inappropriate in Thai media. Though I have to say that the romantic part feel a little out of place for me, not to mention that the two leads have zero chemistry with each other. Still other characters conflict made up for what's lacking.
Props to the writers, They really hit the nail on the head with the corruption topic in Thailand. Always looking forward to shows that have balls to talk about something that deems inappropriate in Thai media. Though I have to say that the romantic part feel a little out of place for me, not to mention that the two leads have zero chemistry with each other. Still other characters conflict made up for what's lacking.
Recommended compelling drama
profsmartin7 October 2021
Very enjoyable indeed with an absorbing storyline, great action, strong lead acting and readable subtitles. Wanchai (Sukollawat Kanarot) and Kat (Sushar Manaying) portray likeable and sympathetic characters with rounded personalities. The themes are topical and boldly-dealt with. It is a piece of Thai TV which will endure. It helps if you are used to Thai film and TV, but this deserves to appeal to people new to Thai international cinema/TV. Hard not to binge watch and definitely NOT a 'naam now' soap. We really liked it - good fun, good humour, well-produced, well-directed and a massive credit to cast, writers and crew. On the 'watch again' list.
sensational
foofurious24 September 2021
Amazing series
gazza-5859926 December 2021
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