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Metamorphosis in art
Life, Published on 13/11/2019
» This year the "Unfolding Kafka Festival" boasts an innovative line-up that will help to transform the way contemporary art is viewed in Thailand. The theme for 2019 is "Kafka Zoo", as the festival seeks to explore the more animalistic elements of Franz Kafka's work. Artists from 12 different countries feature, all of whom challenge traditional preconceptions of various art forms.
Bird's song to promote clean energy surpasses 5m views
Published on 10/11/2019
» A new song to promote clean energy from the sun by evergreen singer Thongchai "Bird" McIntyre has reached 5 million views.
The kids aren't alright
Life, Bernard Trink, Published on 08/11/2019
» Crime is not limited by gender or age. Men, women and children can all end up behind bars for committing criminal acts. Ignorance of the law is no excuse. Many jurists advocate that laws be reconsidered periodically to determine whether they are still applicable. Some turn into the Blue Laws of yore, still on the books but no longer enforced. Others get overturned.
Up to par
Life, Bernard Trink, Published on 01/11/2019
» The first thing I did when becoming a newspaper film reviewer was to import a shortcut from the West: evaluating movies with stars. One Trink star was for the very worst motion picture, five Trink stars for the very best. Which was followed by a paragraph explanation. Readers approving my cinema tastes thus knew on what to spend -- or save -- their earnings.
Zombie killing spree continues
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 01/11/2019
» After a decade since its original film came out, the sequel to a cult favourite zombie apocalypse movie has finally arrived. Zombieland: Double Tap satisfies old and new generations of zombie flick fans in the same fashion of blood-and-gore, with plenty more laughter.
Blast off into the not-too-distant past
B Magazine, Chanun Poomsawai, Published on 27/10/2019
» Beadadoobee's backstory is one we're all familiar with: aspiring artist puts out a clip of themselves playing acoustic guitar in their bedroom on YouTube. The video goes viral, et voilà, a star is born. For Manila-born, London-based singer-songwriter Bea Kristi, it all began in 2017 with a cover of Karen O's The Moon Song and her own composition, a two-minute-long acoustic number called Coffee. The latter, set to simple guitar chords and earnest lyrics, has since inspired several covers performed by fans all around the world.
Party at your own peril
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 25/10/2019
» Halloween is creeping up on us! And if you’re looking to have a spooky good time, here’s our pick of Halloweenthemed parties you can attend at your own peril in chronology order. Muah ha ha ha.
Something different
Life, Alongkorn Parivudhiphongs, Published on 11/10/2019
» Two artists, both alike in dignity and talent, are in the heart of Bangkok where they tell their different stories in two small-scale yet thought-provoking productions stressing power play in Thai society. Both revive a once popular theatre venue, Saeng Arun Art & Culture Centre, located in the Sathon area.
This Joker is no laughing matter
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 04/10/2019
» What makes Joker one of the most anticipated films of 2019? Apart from it depicting the origin of one of the most popular villains in all of pop culture and starring talented actor Joaquin Phoenix, this is the kind of film that breaks new ground for DC movies and certain kinds of superhero cinema in general.
A Thrilling Quest for Truth
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 04/10/2019
» Stuntman Cha Dal-geon [played by Lee Seung-gi] uncovers a huge-scale corruption scheme behind a plane crash that kills his nephew and 200 other passengers en route to Morocco. His hunt for the truth intertwines with Go Hae-ri (Bae Suzy), a covert operative who works for the National Intelligence Service. Along their quest, there are adrenaline-pumping action sequences, espionage, political intrigue, comedy and a sprinkle of romance for good measure.