The Earth Episode 7 Review: A Dis-Ac-Appointing Lead-Up to the Finale
- Her in Focus
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You know that GIF from Pitch Perfect — “You’re such a disa-acca-pointment.”
Well… that’s this episode.
We’re going to apologize in advance because we typically try to stay positive in our reviews. But this week? Episode 7 got us. So today we’re going to be a little more critical than usual.
There were simply too many continuity issues throughout this episode for us to give it a glowing review. We are genuinely trying with the 4 Elements project, but for us there continue to be too many flaws — editing, direction, production, story and more.
Yet here we are, one episode away from the finale, so we’re sticking it out.
Let’s dig in.
Episode 7 Recap: A Lot Happens — Maybe Too Much
Episode 7 opens with Din’s fate after being shot. From there we jump to identifying the mole, attempts to capture Vasupol and Wasu, and a cascade of other developments.
And that right there is part of the problem.
A lot happens in this episode.
Like many Thai GL finales before it, the series appears to be packing everything into the final stretch, which leads to inconsistencies and moments that leave viewers scratching their heads.
What Works in Episode 7
Motdaeng Continues to Shine
Motdaeng remains one of the strongest supporting characters in the series.
Her comedic timing is consistently excellent, and she demonstrates unwavering loyalty to Rose. Her moments in this episode were particularly enjoyable — especially when she pepper sprays Wasu.
Honestly? Iconic.
Lom and Fai: Still the Best Part of the Series
By far, Lom and Fai remain the most enjoyable part of this series.
Their comedic timing is fantastic, particularly when they share scenes together. Freen and Namneung play off each other beautifully, and the chemistry between them feels effortless.
The hospital scene when Din wakes up was especially fun. We’re fairly certain that Freen actually broke character after Din’s comment — it felt like a genuine laugh, which speaks to the natural comedic energy the three actors share.
In this episode, Lom and Fai spend more time working separately, but their roles in supporting their cousin are a nice touch:
Lom approaches things analytically, working through the problem.
Fai provides emotional support and blunt commentary when it’s needed.
That balance works well.
Mim Is Carrying This Series
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again:
Mim is carrying this series.
Her acting delivers precision, authenticity and emotional weight in nearly every scene she appears in. There are several moments in this episode where that talent truly shines — and we’ll touch on those later.
The Chemistry Is There (And We Respect It)
Alright, here’s where we give the series some credit.
The chemistry between #AppleMim is there.
Now, do we think it’s at the level of #FreenBecky, #GinJay or #TungpangJessie? No. But it exists, and we appreciate it.
When the first intimate moment happens early in the episode, it’s well acted. The second moment near the end?
Those sounds from Mim — standing ovation.
We haven’t heard that level of commitment since Denied Love, and it absolutely sells the scene.
We were here for it.
Wasu Is a Proper Villain
Wasu is, frankly, a thoroughly unpleasant piece of work.
There’s really no other way to say it.
The actor is doing the most with what he’s been given, and he’s playing the role extremely well. He makes you hate him, cringe at him, and cheer when consequences finally start catching up to him.
Props where props are due.
What We’re On the Fence About
Kaew’s Character Choices Feel… Off
Oh Kaew.
Where do we even begin?
Her actions in this episode feel completely out of character.
From what we’ve heard from friends who have read the novel, the book version of Kaew is much stronger and more cohesive. But in the show, things feel muddled.
For example:
Why would Kaew lie to Din’s family in the hospital — right in front of Din — knowing Din never said those things to her?
That feels wildly inconsistent.
Then there’s the bigger question:
Why would Kaew go back to Wasu?
The episode seems to suggest she did it to gather evidence for Din, disguising it as revenge. But if that’s the case… would Wasu actually believe that?
Also, what financial records from their farm would help him smuggle women across the border?
And realistically, those records would be outdated anyway since Din should have cut Kaew off from access by now.
It just doesn’t fully track.
However, one thing that did work was Kaew’s kidnapping and attempted assault. That moment felt believable — the emotional breaking point of someone who was deeply in love but ultimately snapped.
We just wish the show leaned further into that unhinged energy.
The phone call where she tries to get back at Rose? Brilliant.
The actress is clearly doing everything she can with the material she’s given.
Rose Can’t Drive?
Really?
Rose can’t drive?
We’ll admit — that one surprised us.
Maybe it’s a cultural thing, and if that’s the case we can let it go. But if your wife keeps ending up in dangerous situations and you constantly need someone to drive you somewhere to help…
It might be time to learn.
Vasupol Running Away?
This one raised an eyebrow.
Does Vasupol really seem like the kind of character who would just run away?
We’re not so sure.
He enjoys power and status. Throughout the series he’s been portrayed as someone with influence and connections — someone strategic.
So the idea that he would suddenly flee across the border feels… questionable.
And let’s not forget something important: isn’t he running toward the very client who warned him that failure would end badly for him?
If he already knows that not delivering has consequences, does he truly believe that crossing the border and facing that client is somehow a better outcome than being arrested?
We’re not entirely convinced.
That choice, like a few others in this episode, feels a little shaky from a storytelling perspective.
What’s Not Working
Dad’s Hospital Scene
So Dad wakes up at the end.
Fine.
But when he tries to speak with a tube down his throat?
That simply wouldn’t be possible.
He’d be gagging.
A little realism here would go a long way, North Star.
The “Almost” Scene
We have to talk about this scene.
Because we actually paused the episode — something we never do on a first watch — just to process what was happening.
Din’s Character Is All Over the Place
Oh Din.
This character is painfully inconsistent.
From what we understand, the novel version of Din is formal, respectful and stoic. The TV version feels completely different — aloof, inexperienced, hesitant and occasionally goofy.
So when an intimate moment — one that Din herself initiated — suddenly stops because she wants to ask Rose’s father for permission…
What?
That makes no sense.
If the character had been consistently portrayed like the novel version, we might understand it.
But this Din?
No.
And the inconsistency gets worse.
Five minutes later at breakfast she forcefully grabs her wife’s head and kisses her — something Rose clearly wasn’t expecting.
That doesn’t scream “respectful restraint.”
It screams character whiplash.
At times it feels like we’re watching Apple instead of Din, and the show needs to pick a lane because the personality shifts are confusing.
The Consent Question
Second issue.
If the woman you are with is giving clear consent, why stop?
If this is cultural, we can respect that.
But when the person you’re with is clearly enjoying the moment — breathing heavier, leaning into it, and showing absolutely no signs of wanting it to end — why stop?
Come on.
And honestly, moments like this are part of why we keep saying Mim is carrying this series. The physical acting in this scene — the breathing, the body language, the way she stays present in the moment — feels authentic and grounded. It’s the kind of performance detail that helps sell the emotional reality of the scene and carry the story forward.
The Consistency Problem
And third — let’s not forget.
Two or three episodes ago Din almost slept with Rose while drunk.
Permission didn’t seem like a major concern then.
Nor did it seem like an issue when Rose herself was drunk.
So why now?
Consistency matters.
And this character desperately needs it.
The Background Music Problem
Alright, #ThaiGL — we understand budgets can be limited.
But please.
For the love of all sapphics, can we get some new music?
Many of the songs used in this series have appeared in multiple other shows. It immediately pulls viewers out of the moment.
Music is supposed to enhance a scene.
But when we recognize the exact same track from another series, the immersion disappears.
And if we’re being really nit-picky…
That track around the 48-minute mark?
We’ve heard it so many times that it now feels like it belongs in the 1970s after-dark soundtrack hall of fame — and that’s definitely not a compliment.
We lose it every time it plays.
Where Is the Blood?
Din got shot.
So where is the blood?
There’s no pool of blood. There’s barely any blood on Rose despite her holding Din.
The wound clearly didn’t graze her.
Yet Rose’s jacket shows the exact same amount of blood the entire time, even as Din is losing consciousness.
That just doesn’t make sense.
Again — realism matters.
That Preview for Episode 8
And finally…
The preview for next week.
Why?
Why do we have to go there?
There is so much plot left to wrap up, and now we’re adding a “go figure out your feelings while we deal with responsibilities” storyline?
No.
No.
No.
We simply do not have time for that.
Rushed endings are already a common issue in Thai GL storytelling, and we are genuinely worried that this finale is heading straight into that trap.
Final Thoughts
At this point we’re going to cut ourselves off, because honestly we could keep ranting.
We came into this series hoping for nothing but success for the 4 Elements crossover project. We were optimistic. We were practically ‘womanifesting’ great things for it.
But this first installment has us riding the struggle bus so hard that we are incredibly grateful other GL content exists right now.
One episode left.
Let’s see how this lands.