OWLS: “I’ll Make a Man Out of You or Not?” – Thoughts on Masculinity in Mulan
Last month, we talked about femininity. This month we are talking about masculinity.
It’s just like a shoujo manga! Thoughts on Love Stage!!
Love Stage!! (ラブ ステージ ) (Anime 2014) Written By Eiki Eiki & Illustrated by Taishi Zaō Love Stage!! was requested to me by a friend on Twitter. I don’t really watch yaoi even though … Continue Reading It’s just like a shoujo manga! Thoughts on Love Stage!!
Spillin’ Tea: Thoughts on Jasmine Tea
Jasmine Tea (茉莉香片) (1943?) By Eileen Chang So the title, Jasmine Tea is only referenced at the beginning. Just like the concept of “Once upon a time” within a story, … Continue Reading Spillin’ Tea: Thoughts on Jasmine Tea
Friends with Benefits: Thoughts on A Girl on the Shore
A Girl on the Shore (うみべの女の子) (Manga 2009-2013) By Inio Asano Note: Mature Audiences Only and Spoilers! I borrowed this book from a friend of mine for about two years, … Continue Reading Friends with Benefits: Thoughts on A Girl on the Shore
Movie or Book? Thoughts on To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before Movie
To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before (2018) Directed By Susan Johnson To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before was the movie I anticipated to watch in the summer of … Continue Reading Movie or Book? Thoughts on To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before Movie
OWLS: The Nonexistent Role of “Self-Care” in White Christmas
This month’s OWLS topic is “Self-Care.” In favor of positivity and good mental health, we will be exploring the importance of self-care. Sometimes, we are lost in our thoughts and … Continue Reading OWLS: The Nonexistent Role of “Self-Care” in White Christmas
A Red Slipper Instead of Glass: Thoughts on Cinderella and Four Knights
Cinderella and Four Knights (신데렐라와 네 명의 기사) (Drama 2016) I started this drama a while back when it first aired but I stopped watching it because the storyline got a … Continue Reading A Red Slipper Instead of Glass: Thoughts on Cinderella and Four Knights
Laughter and Pure-Hearted Fun: Thoughts on Go Go Waikiki
Go Go Waikiki (Laughter in Waikiki, Welcome to Waikiki, 으라차차 와이키키) (Drama 2018) This drama makes me want to go on vacation to Hawaii again. Go Go Waikiki is a slice … Continue Reading Laughter and Pure-Hearted Fun: Thoughts on Go Go Waikiki
It’s Summer, But I’m Watching A School Life Drama: Thoughts on School 2017
School 2017 (Drama 2017) I randomly picked this up to watch because I wanted something short and cute. Personally, I find school-themed teen dramas to be a bit cheesy and … Continue Reading It’s Summer, But I’m Watching A School Life Drama: Thoughts on School 2017
Snow White & Her Seven Dwarfs: Thoughts on Secret Seven
Secret Seven (Drama 2017) Warning: Spoilers! Secret Seven is a Thailand romantic comedy that somewhat loosely mirrors the story of Snow White. In fact, there is one episode where they … Continue Reading Snow White & Her Seven Dwarfs: Thoughts on Secret Seven
A Story In Poetry: Thoughts on Bitter Sweet Love
Bitter Sweet Love (2016) By Michael Faudet I finally had the chance to read Michael Faudet’s second poetry book entitled Bitter Sweet Love this winter break. With a title like … Continue Reading A Story In Poetry: Thoughts on Bitter Sweet Love
OWLS Blog Tour: A Warm-Hearted Ending for Hey Arnold!
Pink from Pinky’s Palace gave us a warm welcoming with the film, Tokyo Godfathers. Similarly, I’m going to discuss parenting and family in a different film, Hey Arnold!: The Jungle … Continue Reading OWLS Blog Tour: A Warm-Hearted Ending for Hey Arnold!
High School Dating 101: Thoughts on Tsurezure Children
Tsurezure Children (徒然チルドレン) (Anime 2017) Created By Toshiya Wakabayashi Studio: Studio Gokumi Tsurezure Children was a great show for me to get back into the flow of watching anime. It … Continue Reading High School Dating 101: Thoughts on Tsurezure Children
Kiss & Tell (Not Really): Thoughts on Kiss The Series
Kiss The Series (2016) I’ve dabbled in Thai drama series but I haven’t really written a concrete post about one on my blog until now. The Thai series I will … Continue Reading Kiss & Tell (Not Really): Thoughts on Kiss The Series
“My youth is all I have.” Thoughts on Twenty
Twenty (2015) Directed By Lee Byeong-heon Twenty is about a group of 20-year-old friends trying to survive adulthood right after graduating high school. The 2015 South Korean movie stars Kim Woo-bin, Lee Junho, … Continue Reading “My youth is all I have.” Thoughts on Twenty
Flower Boy Warriors: Thoughts on Hwarang
Hwarang (화랑) (2016-2017) Directed By Yoon Sung-sik & Kim Yeong-jo I’ve been marathoning Korean dramas this month, particularly the dramas where Park Seo-joon was cast in because he is my new favorite … Continue Reading Flower Boy Warriors: Thoughts on Hwarang
