Bake Me Please (2023)
A whimsical Thai BL miniseries set in a bakery. Romance, comedy, and delectable treats await. Explore love and pastries!
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| Original Title | พิชิตใจ นายสายหวาน |
|---|---|
| Formats | Streaming |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 6 |
| Duration | 60 mins |
| Status | Ended |
| Year | 2023 |
| First Air Date | November 19, 2023 |
| Last Air Date | December 24, 2023 |
| Broadcast Day | saturday |
| Network | Channel 8 |
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Synopsis
Shin, a passionate dessert chef, runs a bakery and works hard to achieve his goal. But one day, a boy named Peach joins the team. What changes will he bring to Shin? The shop that embodies friendship, love, and dreams is now open for business!
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Editor's Review
A Sweet but Undercooked Treat
“Bake Me Please” is a six-episode Thai BL miniseries that blends food, comedy, and romance. Set in a whimsical bakery, the show promises delectable treats and heartwarming moments. However, like a beautifully decorated cake with a dry interior, this drama leaves much to be desired.
Plot and Pacing: 3.0/5.0
The premise revolves around a talented pastry chef, Atom, who joins a cozy bakery. As he navigates the challenges of creating mouthwatering desserts, he forms connections with his colleagues, including the charming Guide and the enigmatic Poom. Unfortunately, the plot feels like a one-hour concept stretched into a four-hour marathon. The initial episodes engage viewers, but the pacing becomes excruciatingly slow. By the end, you’ll be pleading for it to wrap up.
Characterization and Chemistry: 5.0/10.0
The production values are commendable, and the cast boasts attractive actors. Atom, Guide, Poom, and Ohm deliver solid performances. However, the chemistry between the main couple—Guide and Atom—falls flat. Guide’s efforts to ignite sparks feel futile, akin to pouring chemistry onto a fencepost. Surprisingly, the secondary pairing of Poom and Guide generates more heat, leaving viewers torn.
World-Building and Unrealistic Details: 2.0/5.0
In this fantasy bakery, reality takes a backseat. While the aesthetics are pleasing, practicality suffers. The kitchen houses listless pretty boys glued to their smartphones, while cakes receive painstaking attention. Yet, when tasting time arrives, they all devour a single cake they’ve spent hours creating. Suspension of disbelief becomes challenging as mundane details overshadow character development.
Lack of LGBTQ+ Representation: 1.0/5.0
Thai BL dramas often provide an escape from cultural norms, embracing LGBTQ+ themes and queerness. Unfortunately, “Bake Me Please” misses the mark. It erases any sense of LGBTQ+ identity, freedom, or gender exploration. Fans seeking authentic representation will be disappointed. For a richer experience, consider exploring Japanese, Korean, or Taiwanese BL series.
In summary, “Bake Me Please” offers a visually appealing exterior but lacks substance. If you’re craving a satisfying BL drama, this one might leave you hungry for more. Perhaps it’s time to explore other confectioneries in the BL universe.