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Entertainment Thai Director Wins Cannes Prize with Bold Political Comedy
Picture courtesy of Thai PBS Cannes, France – Thai filmmaker Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke has garnered international recognition for his daring political comedy "A Useful Ghost," which won the top prize at the Critics' Week sidebar section of the Cannes Festival. The film combines humour, politics, and supernatural elements, featuring influencer and actress Davika "Mai" Hoorne as a ghost inhabiting a vacuum cleaner to support her widowed husband. The offbeat comedy is acclaimed not only for its humour but also for its political commentary, subtly addressing Thailand's history of political suppression. It portrays a ghostly satire where a deceased woman becomes embroiled in family and political intrigue, highlighting a fictional minister's attempt to rid his home of dissident spirits, alluding to real historical events. Ratchapoom uses the absurd premise to critique the manner in which unpleasant political events are often metaphorically "swept under the carpet" in Thailand. He draws inspiration from history, such as the crackdown on the 2010 "Red Shirt" protests, where over 90 civilians perished. Following these events, authorities' efforts to cleanse the city became symbolic of erasing troubling memories. The film echoes past incidents, like the removing of trees marking executions, underscoring the state's attempts to erase uncomfortable histories. Ratchapoom's ambition was to extend queer narratives beyond the typical love stories, infusing them with political significance and diversity. Davika Hoorne, with her significant following, brings considerable attention to the film. Known for her role in Thailand's top-grossing film "Pee Mak," her support for such a brave narrative emphasises the limited freedom to critique state actions in Thailand. Ratchapoom's work is particularly poignant as it emerges in a politically evolving Thailand, where the return of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra and the advent of legalised same-sex marriage mark significant shifts. Thaksin, whose political journey has seen him revered by some and reviled by the establishment, remains a complex figure in Thai politics. His daughter, current Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, represents a new era, yet the country grapples with its past and present political tensions. "A Useful Ghost" stands as a cinematic achievement and a bold political statement, reflecting the power of film to influence and challenge societal norms. The film's success at Cannes highlights the importance of storytelling in fostering global conversations on history, identity, and courage in the face of censorship. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai PBS 2025-05-22 -
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Best value car rental for 2 week uk holiday
I have seen a few people from years ago on this forum saying they can be booked at hotels although they will be from the major rental companies -
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Thai immigration online 90 day reporting system (2025)
From Googling the wording they quoted, I came up with https://www.immigration.go.th/?page_id=1648 using the English language selection (which also matches the Google Translate translation of the Thai text). 🤷 (In addition to the above link, it also appears at https://uttaradit.immigration.go.th/en/notification-of-staying-in-the-kingdom-for-more-than-90-days/#:~:text=Aliens can report their residence,proceed with the fine comparison. ) -
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U.S. economy is experiencing ‘death by a thousand cuts’, says Deutsche Bank
America is a "brand"? Gucci is a brand. America is not a handbag. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 22 May 2025
Deadline Set for Missing Documents in Thaksin Medical Case Picture courtesy of Warong Dechgitvigrom Facebook In a move that's capturing public attention in Thailand, an aide to Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin has requested the Medical Council of Thailand to submit crucial documents concerning former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's hospital treatment. The documents are essential to assess the conduct of three doctors facing discipline for allegedly misrepresenting Thaksin's medical condition, which allowed him to serve his prison sentence in a VIP hospital suite. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1361448-deadline-set-for-missing-documents-in-thaksin-medical-case/ -
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Crime Thai Singer Sek Loso Sentenced to 3 Years Without Parole
I went because my friend played drums and asked me to go. I was there more to see my friend than Sek. I also - you may find this hard to believe being as uptight as you are - thought it might be fun. Plus my girlfriend was a fan so it was a good experience for her. Thank you. And I will leave you to look down on us all from your ridiculously tall horse.
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