Hi! I’m not sure if you’ve been asked this before but, what are your top 5 BL’s that you watched this year?
I have not and, anon, this might kill me to answer. Top 5... I have watched so many BLs this year dear lord. 82 BLs that aired this year, not including Vietnam... So probably closer to 90. And I somehow have to pick 5?!
Okay.
I'll... try? Based specifically on how likely I am to continue recommending them to people.
Secret Crush on You: This one blew me out of the water. Not perfect but the representation, the story, the relationships, the care and respect for the diversity of the characters and identities... cringy humor hiding real heart and one of the truest gems of this year.
My Ride: I loved this soft and loving show about adults falling in love, queer elders, building family and how to finally realize and get out of a toxic relationship and into a healthy one.
The Eclipse: Did a bit of the now-traditional GMMTV falls apart at the end bit but a fantastic piece of social commentary combined with a gorgeous romance, deep characters and a genuine story? I loved this show.
Triage: Absolutely glorious time loop story with great romance, real characters, growth and depth. Gotta love it.
Old Fashion Cupcake: Genuine adults in a genuine romance with real heart and growth and love and maturity? Glorious. Glorious.
Honorary Mention:
DNA Says I Love You: Fantastic but just not quite on the top 5.
Between Us and My Tooth Your Love because they're still airing and I need to see them stick the landing before they displace anything on the list.
