ONE Championship founder Chatri Sityodtong has expressed his excitement for the upcoming Hollywood film The Beast In Me, which will feature both the organization and Muay Thai prominently. Starring Russell Crowe, the film aims to bring Thailand and its martial arts tradition into the global spotlight. Production is set to begin in December, with a […]
The Thai film “How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies” has made waves in the Singaporean box office, shattering records with its emotional resonance. Described by a netizen as a “tearjerker,” the movie’s impact on audiences has been profound. Bryan Wong, writing for “The 8days” online, reported that the film achieved the largest opening weekend […]
In a bid to enhance its presence on the global filmmaking stage, Thailand is rolling out an enticing initiative for foreign film productions. The Thailand Film Office, under the Department of Tourism, recently unveiled updated incentive measures aimed at attracting international filmmakers to the Southeast Asian nation. Effective from the start of the new year, […]
In a recent cinematic revelation, Srettha Thavisin, the Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, bestowed high praise upon the Thai film “Sapparor,” or “Undertaker” in English, for its exceptional portrayal of local culture. This momentous announcement, made during a special screening on the evening of October 25th, took place in the company of Paetongtarn Shinawatra, […]
In the world of film anticipation, “The Creator” is a significant release of the year—a blend of action and science fiction. It portrays a future where humanity and artificial intelligence clash. At its core, the story follows Joshua (John David Washington), an ex-special forces agent coping with personal tragedy and on a mission to confront […]
Thailand has solidified its position as a sought-after location for foreign filmmakers, with over 200 international films choosing the country as their backdrop during the first half of this year, generating a revenue of 1.84 billion baht. Deputy Government Spokeswoman Tipanan Sirichana proudly announced these encouraging statistics on June 29, highlighting the unwavering support of […]
Thailand has firmly entrenched itself as a sought-after destination for international production houses, continuing to attract filmmakers from around the globe. Recent developments have solidified this reputation, as the enchanting Hat Yai City in Songkhla province played host to two esteemed productions: a Singaporean series and a television series commissioned by the renowned American network, […]
In a turn of events that has left the entertainment industry reeling, the Writers Guild of America (WGA) has declared a strike, with thousands of writers taking to the picket lines in Los Angeles and New York. The last time the WGA went on strike was in 2007-2008, which lasted for 100 days and caused […]
This year’s Bangkok Film Festival will run from January 20-22, 2023, at the Bangkok Art and Culture Center on Rama I Road in the Pathumwan area. The event is an initiative of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s (BMA) “Colorful Bangkok” program, which promotes the city as a cultural hub. The open-air cinema in front of the […]
A Thai film that uses Khon performance to represent a portion of the Ramayana tale is nearly finished and will be released on December 5. The Thai government is supporting the production of the film in the hopes that it would help to promote Thailand’s cultural identity and soft power overseas. Itthiphol Kunplome, the Minister […]
One of the most widely used streaming services, Netflix (Thailand) has subscribers in more than 190 countries. In order to demonstrate Thailand’s “soft power” to the world, it will collaborate with the Thailand Film Office, the Department of Tourism, and the Ministry of Tourism and Sports to produce new works set in the country. The […]
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has insisted on more outdoor public events to stimulate the economy, claiming that they are not to blame for an increase in new COVID-19 infections. The governor was responding to the Ministry of Public Health’s concerns about the risks posed by the city’s decision to host an outdoor film festival. Chadchart […]
New release Top Gun: Maverick ”After more than thirty years of service as one of the Navy’s top aviators, Pete Mitchell is right where he belongs, being a brave test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him.” The first Top Gun was released in 1986 and starred Tom Cruise, then 24 […]
The ongoing Johhny Depp and Amber Heard defamation trial is navigating past the deeply rooted personal issues of the once wedded celebrity couple before they divorced in 2016. A series of allegations and counter-allegations between the former husband and wife have been making headlines for some years now and as the latest series of hearings continues in Fairfax, […]
A petition to see Amber Heard ousted from the “Aquaman” sequel is going swimmingly. The 36-year-old actress — who is currently embattled in a hefty trial with ex-husband Johnny Depp — has very little screen time in next year’s follow-up to the 2018 DC film, according to film journalist Grace Randolph, who has a rep for breaking this […]
This Friday, March 4, Robert Pattinson surprised us all in his role as Batman in the latest Warner movie about the famous superhero. The film is sweeping the world’s box office. After watching it several times, I think it’s hands down the best DC character introduction adventure to date. Matt Reeves seeks in this film […]
Apple’s streaming platform has ordered a new live-action series from the popular MonsterVerse franchise. The idea is to bring an original Godzilla and Titans show produced by Legendary Television to Apple TV+. Following the thunderous battle between Godzilla and the Titans that leveled San Francisco and the shocking new reality that the monsters are real, […]
Two weeks after its release [on 24 December 2021] on Netflix, Don’t Look Up has climbed into the platform’s top three ratings. Synopsis When Dr. Randall Mindy and his doctoral student Kate Dibiasky (played by Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence) make the frightening discovery that a huge comet is on its way to Earth and […]
The Wizarding World is celebrating with the first official photo of what will be the special of the 20th anniversary of the first film of one of the most successful and profitable film sagas of all time: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. HBO has shared in its official accounts an image in which we […]
Disney has announced that all of its upcoming 2021 films will head to theaters before they arrive to streaming. Encanto will receive an exclusive theatrical window that will last for 30 days, Deadline reports. Movies that will be getting a 45-day exclusive theatrical window include The Last Duel (October 15), Ron’s Gone Wrong (October 22), Eternals (November 5), West Side Story (December 10), and The King’s Man (December 22), […]