living.in.technicolor

At the end of our day out, I watched The Love of Siam with the BF. It was better than I expected it to be; melodramatic, cute and sincerely acted without being over-the-top on stereotypes. I definitely think Mario Maurer (pictured) is the cuter of the two. Small caveats included the schmaltzy music and the creepy stalker girl storyline. Thanks to aznv.tv for streaming it with relative ease.

As for the ending (SPOILERS), I think I understand why things were so open ended, even though it was sadder than I preferred. Tong has a lot to manage (his father’s impending death, his feelings, being out with his mom and friends) before he can be a good boyfriend. But there was enough hope, I like to think, that he’ll be ready eventually. Or at least I’m trying to think that since I can’t find evidence of a sequel being made. The “alternate” ending will have to do.