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Reading the room
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 29/05/2024
» After being postponed earlier this year, the Big Bad Wolf Books Bangkok 2024 international book fair finally settled on its new venue at The Market Bangkok, Ratchaprasong Intersection (next to Big C Ratchadamri and opposite CentralWorld).
The story of an icon
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 10/05/2024
» Countless biopics have been made about rock stars and another recently dropped on Netflix. Beautiful Rebel is a biographical drama that chronicles the life of Gianna Nannini, a legendary figure in Italian music. While her music might not be widely-known by Thais, many may have heard her iconic anthem Un'Estate Italiana, the theme song of the 1990 World Cup.
A modern twist to an iconic manga
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 03/05/2024
» For those old enough to remember, City Hunter was a manga sensation that captivated readers in the late 1980s and early 1990s. This detective story, known for its blend of action, quirky comedy and elements tailored to adolescent boys, became a cultural sensation. Even if you haven't seen it, chances are you've encountered one of its numerous adaptations over the years, whether it be the 1990s Hong Kong rendition starring Jackie Chan, a 2011 Korean TV series, or even the French film Nicky Larson Et Le Parfum De Cupidon (2018).
A question of faith
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 09/04/2024
» Dramas about the intersection of religion and money aren't new, but Netflix's latest Thai series The Believers has a different take on the genre as it explores themes of faith, morality, and the pursuit of wealth. Penned by Aummaraporn Phandintong and Jiraporn Saelee and helmed by director Wattanapong Wongwan, the series unfolds over nine episodes that bring viewers into a world where the boundaries between belief systems and business ventures blur against the backdrop of Thailand's rich cultural heritage.
A literary star
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 06/12/2023
» In the realm of contemporary Southeast Asian literature, Narisapongse Rakwattananont is a luminary figure, capturing this year's prestigious SEA Write Award with his compelling collection of short stories Family Comes First.
Quirky, and a classic
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 29/09/2023
» Wes Anderson, the mastermind behind quirky classics like The Royal Tenenbaums (2001), The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou (2004) and The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), returns to the screen with a delightful short film, The Wonderful Story Of Henry Sugar. This Netflix original is his second adaptation of a Roald Dahl story, following the success of Fantastic Mr Fox in 2009. Clocking in as a short film, it might just be the most intriguing and thought-provoking cinematic nugget of its time. Anderson, renowned for his unique storytelling and star-studded casts, weaves a tale within a tale, presenting audiences with a visually stunning and thematically rich experience.
Careful what you cook for
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 12/04/2023
» Inhuman Kiss director Sitisiri "Dome" Mongkolsiri has returned with Hunger, his latest film and first collaboration effort with streaming giant Netflix. Hunger is an emotional rollercoaster of a drama that uses the world of culinary arts as a medium for exposing human ambition, greed and the class divides of society.
A tale of violence
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 31/03/2023
» Fans of murder mysteries and true crime-type documentaries will be delighted to learn that Hulu historical crime drama Boston Strangler is now on the Disney+ streaming service. Directed by Matt Ruskin, Boston Strangler stars British actress Keira Knightley in the role of a real-life American reporter tracking a series of killings of women around Boston in the 1960s. The official case of this serial killer, aka the Boston Strangler, remains unsolved to this day, but the gruesome story really shook up things for decades.
Family in focus
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 03/02/2023
» The Oscars is coming up soon. And while it should be an exciting time for any film lover, I can't help but feel a bit let down by this year's nominations, especially for the Best Picture category. I didn't particularly like the flashy biopic Elvis and I personally thought Everything Everywhere All At Once was way, way overrated. And I have no clue how Top Gun: Maverick managed to get nominated for best movie of the year. So I had kind of lost interest in this year's awards -- until I recently had a chance to watch another nominee, The Fabelmans, the latest film by Steven Spielberg. Suddenly my interest returned.
David Crosby's 5 essential songs
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 24/01/2023
» Not even a month into 2023, we have had several great losses in the world of music and entertainment. Earlier it was iconic rock guitarist Jeff Beck, and now we have learned legendary singer-songwriter David Crosby has died at the age of 81 after a long illness.