Elisa Rolle's Blog, page 70

Formula 17 (2004)

 Formula 17 was sort of cute and very much old feeling (made in 2004, 20 years ago...). The story of virgin Tien who falls in love with playboy Richard is nothing original, but at least the story was cute and not depressing like many movies made in that time. I really struggled with the old cliches that were presented, like the slutty roommate, he could have been a nice supporting character and instead he seemed fake. But at least this was an HEA, and there was not too much drama: the scene of an almost naked Tien who exits Richard's house the morning after was so funny (maybe not realistic, but funny yes). Heat Level: 5/6.

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Heat Level:1/6: glances, caress, hugs, no kisses2/6: kisses, closed mouth or camera angles3/6: full kisses, clothes on4/6: full kisses, some clothes off, hands above the waist, pants stay on5/6: most clothes off, they have sex, but it’s masked, no sexy sounds6/6: full nudity mostly hidden by camera angles, they have sex, sexy sounds

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Hero Heel by Makoto Tateno

 

Presenting the latest work from the Makoto Tateno, author and illustrator of Yellow. Minami is a young actor who has been cast as the main character of a super-hero TV program. Although he takes the job half heartedly, thinking of it as a mere children's show, he's soon taken by the talent of his costar, Sawada. One day, Minami stubles upon Sawada kissing a man! Deeply confused, he's unable to hide his growing attraction for him. A hero's love is always filled with trials!

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3wzfuUA)


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Pet on Duty by Nase Yamato

Mizuki just lost his job. Without money or a place to live, he has no choice but to stay with his older brother in his company dorm room. Since non-employees aren't allowed in the dorms, Mizuki must live there in secret like a house cat. At first he’s intimidated by his older brother’s roommate Toru, but seeing a softer side of Toru changes his opinion. Toru treats Mizuki well, but Mizuki wants to become more than a pet companion in this sophisticated homoerotic manga by one of the genre’s superstars.

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3ImljY2)


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Kizuna: Bonds of Love by Kazuma Kodaka

 

Three's a crowd. Ranmaru and Kei have a strong and passionate relationship built on years of trust, sacrifice and love. When the mysterious son of a Yakuza boss starts to have designs on Ranmaru's affection, tempers flare, and hidden emotions rise to the surface. Will Ranmaru and Kei's love for each other be able to survive this difficult test, or will the emotional conflict finally come to a head?

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3IIttul)


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Samejima-kun and Sasahara-kun by Koshino

 

Samejima-kun and Sasahara-kun are best friends. They go to same school, they're in the same year, and they even work at the same place. There's absolutely nothing wrong with that... except, when Samejima-kun confesses his feelings, "I think I like you, man...", Sasaharakun-replies "Eeww.." And you would think things get a little awkward between the two, but their relationship turns into a comedic explosion! It's enough to drive a man crazy, in more way than one!

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/4bVtjNz)


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Border by Kazuma Kodaka

Yamato is man with a darkly dramatic past. Perhaps it is no surprise that he now runs his own detective agency. With a staff of three misfits that are practically family to him, he does whatever it takes to get the job done. Unconventional cases can mean unconventional solutions, but Yamato is not one to shy away, except when his heart is concerned.

The creator of Kizuna brings a story of mystery and romance.

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3T4FUoJ)


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Under Grand Hotel by Mika Sadahiro

After killing the husband of his lover, Sen is sent to a prison nicknamed the "Under Grand Hotel", which houses some of the most violent and corrupt offenders. Good-looking and rather soft for prison, Sen is forced to seek protection from Swordfish, the proclaimed leader of the prison. But when their relationship turns from one of convenience to one that may be more involved, can they protect each other in a place where the law has no bearing?

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3P33GR6)


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Joy by Etsuko

Goh Akazaki is a 26-year-old man... who happens to be a shojo manga artist. His assistant is Yusuke Akune, who happens to be a mangaka in his own right. But when Goh accidentally finds out that Yusuke is gay, he's thrown for a loop -- what else about his friend doesn't he know? And when Goh is asked to draw BL, he tries to pry into Yusuke's experiences for inspiration... but when he is ultimately inspired by the idea of "unrequited love for Yusuke," can he keep his own feelings out of the mix?

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3Ipv08i)


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Seaside Stranger by Kanna Kii

Ever since his parents disowned him for being gay, Shun has been living with his aunt on a small island near Okinawa. One day, he meets Mio, a high school student who recently lost his own parents and now spends his days sitting by the sea. The two young men begin to open up to each other... until Mio reveals that he's leaving. Three years later, an adult Mio returns to the island to confess his true feelings, but is Shun ready for a relationship?

My Rate: 9 (amzn.to/4bTzCB0)


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Mr Mini Mart by Junko

Meet “Mr. Mini-Mart,” Endou Nakaba ― middle-school drop out, shut-in, and NEET ― as he begins his very first job at a convenience store. Unfortunately, his temperamental co-worker, Yamai Kouhei, doesn’t make things easy on him. When Endou accidentally witnesses an unexpectedly sweeter side to Yamai, he discovers that his rude and loud-mouthed co-worker might not be such a bad guy after all. Drawn to this new side of his co-worker, Endou looks past Yamai’s often-unpleasant attitude and tries to get to know him better. Will working together be only the start to a more involved relationship?

My Rate: 9 (amzn.to/4330lqJ)

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