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Ripley strikes quite exquisitely, again
Life, Kong Rithdee, Published on 12/04/2024
» Just when you thought the original book was bled dry, its last drop of smouldering homoerotic blood squeezed and sucked by multilple movie adaptations, from Rene Clement (French) and Anthony Minghella (American) to Liliana Cavani (Italian), here comes Steven Zaillian's seven-episode Netflix series bluntly titled Ripley. Dusky and exquisitely coldblooded, the latest reworking proves that the Patricia Highsmith's 1955 novel The Talented Mr. Ripley is a living gift that continues giving after 69 years.
Stars go out in Hollywood as strike expands
AFP, Published on 15/07/2023
» LOS ANGELES: Honking horns, simmering heat, a smattering of stars and a lot of anger at Disney boss Bob Iger.
Between exile and the Kremlin: Russian artists split by Ukraine
AFP, Published on 06/06/2023
» MOSCOW: After the Kremlin launched its offensive in Ukraine last year, Russian punk rocker Vladimir Kotlyarov left his country along with many other artists and cultural figures.
Is it human or AI?
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/04/2023
» Fans were excited when the renowned Thai comic Kai Hua Ror launched a special issue called AI < VER 1.2023 Beta>, created by artificial intelligence, at the 51st National Book Fair at Queen Sirikit Center.
Back with a bang
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 29/11/2022
» Heavy rain caused music lovers to rush and purchase rubber boots to prepare for Maho Rasop Festival 2022, held Nov 19-20. At the event were many celebrated international artists, including MONO, Last Dinosaurs, DIIV, Fazerdaze, Mild High Club, Dry Cleaning, A Place to Bury Strangers, Tokyo Shoegazer and more who checked in to perform at the two-day outdoor festival.
6 festivals to brighten up your world
Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 20/11/2022
» As we get nearer to saying goodbye to 2022, Bangkok is brightening up with light installation festivals, hopefully ushering in a brighter 2023. We bring to light a list of events that will give you a sparkly buzz. Plus, there are a few selections outside the city if you need to escape the crowd.
What is love?
Life, Michael Proudfoot, Published on 08/11/2022
» Thai composer Somtow Sucharitkul's opera Helena Citronova had its European premiere in Hof, Germany, late last month, and it was a stunning success.
Spotlight on the classics
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 20/07/2022
» Under the unpredictable Bangkok sky in the late afternoon of last Saturday, I stopped by Vachirabenjatas Park (Rot Fai Park) in Chatuchak district. Even though I haven't visited here for many years, while strolling around, I found this massive park still looks as beautiful as I remember. And despite the hazy skies and uncertainty of rain at any given time, I thought to myself that at least it's still better than being bored sitting on a couch watching a movie at home.
New 'Star Wars' series with Jude Law in works as Disney targets streaming
AFP, Published on 27/05/2022
» ANAHEIM: Disney announced a new live-action "Star Wars" series featuring Jude Law at a major fan convention Thursday -- but any mention of upcoming films in the beloved sci-fi franchise was conspicuously absent, as the company focuses on its streaming service.
Outside court, hardcore Depp fans want 'Justice for Johnny'
AFP, Published on 25/05/2022
» FAIRFAX: The early morning sun has barely poked through the clouds, but Luz-Hazel Walrath and Pam Cuddapah have already been huddled outside a courthouse in the suburbs of Washington for nine hours -- determined to show their support for Johnny Depp.