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A creative revolution
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 13/01/2026
» Chiang Mai Design Week 2025 (CMDW2025), organised by the Creative Economy Agency (CEA), concluded in December with a clear sense of momentum, reaffirming Chiang Mai's position as one of Southeast Asia's most active creative cities.
The Four Seasons: A moving dramedy
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 16/05/2025
» No, this isn't a historical drama about a luxury hotel -- The Four Seasons is a smart, modern adaptation of Alan Alda's 1981 dramedy film of the same name. This eight-episode Netflix miniseries is the brainchild of comedian Tina Fey, who also stars in the show alongside a stellar ensemble that includes Steve Carell, Coleman Domingo, Will Forte, Kerri Kenney and Marco Calvani.
Neilson Hays Library presents secondhand book sale
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 29/04/2025
» Neilson Hays Library is delighted to announce a special secondhand book sale from May 17-25. This event offers a wonderful opportunity to browse an extensive selection of fiction and non-fiction titles in English and other languages generously donated by supporters or withdrawn from the library's own collection.
Bangkok's experimental renaissance
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 04/02/2025
» The seventh edition of the Bangkok Experimental Film Festival (BEFF7) concluded its run with a thought-provoking and immersive journey into the realms of virtual and augmented reality, with one of its most highly anticipated highlights being A Conversation With The Sun (VR) by celebrated Thai filmmaker and artist Apichatpong Weerasethakul.
A brutal look at the Wild West
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 17/01/2025
» If you're diving into Netflix's latest Western miniseries, American Primeval, you might find yourself reminded of the 2015 Leonardo DiCaprio film The Revenant. Well, guess what? You wouldn't be wrong. The two share striking similarities and it's not just because American Primeval was penned by the same screenwriter, Mark L. Smith. Both narratives explore survival, hardship, and the relentless pursuit of a goal -- all set against the backdrop of a brutal and unforgiving era. They're dark, gritty tales where protagonists endure unimaginable dangers, reflecting the raw violence of the Western frontier.
Shaking up the Oscars
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 14/01/2025
» Last year marked an extraordinary milestone for the Thai film industry, showcasing its talent and storytelling prowess on the global stage.
The best shows of 2024
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 23/12/2024
» After a tumultuous 2023 marked by budget cuts and prolonged labour strikes, Hollywood made an emphatic comeback in 2024 with a plethora of highly anticipated television releases. From riveting originals and compelling adaptations to nostalgic revivals and groundbreaking spin-offs, the streaming landscape has been nothing short of extraordinary. This year, audiences were spoiled for choice as streaming giants like HBO Max, Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and others unleashed a staggering volume of fresh content, ensuring there was something for everyone to enjoy.
A cultural gem in Macau
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 21/11/2024
» The Poly MGM Museum recently celebrated its grand opening at the MGM Macau, marking a defining moment for Macau's cultural landscape. This collaboration between Poly Culture and MGM signifies a commitment to preserving Chinese heritage while fostering global cultural exchange. The event was attended by notable dignitaries, including Ho Iat Seng, chief executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region; Pansy Ho, chairperson and executive director of MGM China Holdings Limited; and Liu Hualong, chairman of Poly Group Corporation.
A nameless predator
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 08/11/2024
» In popular culture, the name Zodiac has become almost legendary, with David Fincher's 2007 film Zodiac often hailed as one of the best true-crime thrillers ever made. The story of a nameless killer who terrorised California's Bay Area in the 1960s and 1970s is both terrifying and unresolved -- a puzzle that has kept armchair detectives and true crime fans captivated for decades.
Blending cultures
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 15/10/2024
» Lenin Tamayo, a name that evokes revolutionary history, is bringing his own musical revolution to the world stage. Born in Lima, Peru, and named after Vladimir Lenin, the leader of the Russian Revolution, Tamayo has embarked on a journey to redefine Peruvian music. His mission is bold -- to blend Quechua, the language of the Incas, with the global phenomenon of K-pop, creating a new genre he calls Quechua Pop, or Q-pop. He began his journey in 2019 and has been very successful, having been featured in Rolling Stone's "19 Latin Artists We're Rooting For In 2024".