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Me and Suteerak1099 watched this movie during the week and found it quite entertaining...there are subtitles at the cinema, but we were more engrossed with how the story was written...and as usual, the climax ~ that was almost "Shutter" quality.

JWNY rates 3 out of 5 stars

JWNY



Directed by Pongpat Wachirabunjong

Produced by Thanya Wachirabunjong / Piyaluck Mahatanasab

Starring Ananda Everingham / Chayanan Manomaisnatiphap

By Sorradithep Supachanya

He cooks. He cleans. He loves her for who she is, and he is everything her ex-boyfriend is not: gentle, sensitive, and supportive (no, you don’t look fat in that dress). What’s the problem? He’s gay and she doesn’t know it. Neither does he.

Such is the premise of Me Myself, a big screen directorial debut from veteran actor and television director Pongpat Wachirabunjong. It opens with a heartbroken Oom accidentally hitting a man and giving him amnesia. Feeling guilty, Oom takes him into her own apartment and calls him Tan after the word on the necklace found on him. They fall in love but soon discover that Tan is gay and, more shockingly, the star of a transvestite cabaret show in Phuket (don’t worry, this is not the climax; I’m not spoiling the movie for you).

Me Myself is supposedly a tear jerking romance but I had some troubles shedding tears because one element of the character and plot seems so incredible: can an amnesiac transvestite who suffers identity loss but fully retains his personality and normal intelligence “forget” his gay experience? As the movie later shows, Tan grows up among transvestite cabaret showgirls and has been cross-dressing and putting on makeup since childhood. So, it seems a little unrealistic that one tragic accident can completely suppress all these experience (yes, suppress because all the memories later return), and Tan feels nothing when he goes through Oom’s cosmetic kit and wardrobe or sees a cute guy walks on by.

After discovering Tan’s gay past, the movie seems to wanders aimlessly as it dabbles with various unconnected subplots, such as Tan’s readjustment to his cabaret lifestyle, Oom’s problem at work, and her relationship with her young nephew. It ignores topics of love, sexuality, or social acceptance. Was their love real? Is their love based on friendship rather than attraction (platonic vs. romantic)? Is he ready to question his sexuality and feeling? Can they live together? These are questions that come up after the revelation, but are never answered in the movie.

Personally, I feel that this movie would work better if Tan is never a transvestite showgirl. Cut out that element and we still have an enjoyable romantic story about guy without a past falling in love with a girl who wants to forget about her past. After all, the movie already seems that way, as it devotes most of its time to showing the audience how the two protagonists fall in love. In the beginning we see Oom treating Tan as a suspicious stranger and putting on three levels of locks on her bedroom door to keep him out. But, soon Oom notices how Tan supports her when she needs somebody (the stage show scene) or how he makes a fool of himself for her (the karaoke scene). This part of the movie is well-paced and the romance not only heavy on the emotions but also logical and believable. Here I must applaud screenwriter Kongdej Jaturanrasmee (whose work includes another tear jerker The Letter in 2004) for such as feat

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Chainant Manomaisantiphab makes her acting debut here as Oom and is convincing as a sassy 20-something career woman, a reluctant host to a stranger, and a surrogate mother to her nephew. But, she is a little too stoical when it comes to displaying complex emotions after discovering Tan’s identity. Ananda Everingham (of Shutter fame) is excellent here playing Tan. Keep an eye on his small gestures, such as the way he sits or waves his hands, they clearly communicate his character of a guy with elusive past and conflicting emotions. He is surely among the best of his generation.

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Dont watch Baan Phee Singh... not worth it.

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Hi Bro JWNY. Nice thread. Something different :p Cheers.

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I agree not much Thai movies release here except those with box office potential & even these are once in a blue moon. 2 weeks ago I ask my GRO gf go watch the movie "ALONE", she said BKK shown long ago. DVD rental shops now stock more Thai movies though but mostly of the horror genre.

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Watched the DVD 2 months ago. i think i will give it a 3.5/5

IMHO

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Anybody who like the Thai History should go for the

King Naresuan. (Phra Naresuan)

Currently Part 1 and Part 2 already available in the market. But unforunately i still cannot find those with english subtitle and they show are using the ancient language so it is quite tough for the beginner to understand.

Just finished the part 1, it seems a bit slow.

www.kingnaresuan.com

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good Sharing!!! where to get Thai DVDs in singapore?

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buy here bro...express shipping too... :)

JWNY

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Is this the one which have 3 stories of gruesome murder happening in the same house???

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I have this documantory in my HDD, about to delete but maybe see if anyone here interested in it, i'll upload it.

It's called the Virgin Trade.



Summary:
Filmmaker Stuart Kershaw embarks on a journey through Thailand's red light districts to investigate the world's largest sex industry. This exploration of international sex tourism turns expectation on its head, in an expedition that is as brutal in its honesty as it is unexpected in its conclusions. But who are the victims? Are parents selling their children into brothels to finance lavish Western lifestyles? Or do orphans fill the demand - smuggled into sex-work after disasters like the Tsunami? Stuart bulldozes a host of Thailand's urban myths whilst viciously affirming widespread exploitation and deceit.


lemme know if anyone here might be interested ...

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bros..

i'd assume the movies we can get frm GM dun come wif english subtitles? n nevertheless.. they are old films too ja..

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saw this w 1 of my colleagues. she was sobbing buckets when the truth revealed that the tan(ya) had to live with his past. overall, i think its pretty enjoyable flik. may consider watching the dvd someday when i feel like lazing at home

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managed to find:
the trailer... Me, Myself ขอให้รักจงเจริญ
the OST MV.... จันทนี กุลฑลจินดา - ฟั่นเฟือน Ost.Me, Myself ขอให้รักจงเจริญ

overall i kinda like how it narrates about life & choices, towards the end of the screenplay.

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i guess the DOP & EP deserves some credit, for some of the angles shot. like the roof top scene, the old skool phone booth in the middle of a lalang field, the worn out house number plate, they typical corridor scene, the color combination for wardrobe & skating rink, the messed up room, standing in the rain at the theme park... etc

not to mention the self portraits of Oom in her home... nostalgic stuff.

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The GM movies cannot get subtitles. But since Thai movies becoming more popular, some titles are starting to surface in CHina too. These ones have subtitles :D

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One of my samster bro shared with me this hit comedy movie in 2005, funny - very slapstick and humorous.

Can be purchased here...

JWNY rates 3.5 out of 5 stars

JWNY

Dumber Heroes - พยัคฆ์ร้ายส่ายหน้า

Directed by Rerkchai Paungpetch

Produced by Thanya Wachirabunjong / Piyaluck Mahatanasab

Starring Thep Phongam / Sara Malakul Lane / Jim Chuanchuen / Jaturong Mokjok


Short sypnosis:

The story sets in a weird hospital where you can find anything you've never seen in any hospitals; the spy, the mental people, the exorcist, and the most beautiful nurse. Together, they're tracking down a harmful terrorist who could blast the city with his bombs. The future of the city is on their hand, only the Dumber Heroes who could eliminate the threat.

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I can translate for u in hokkien, aimai!

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if really like thai history maybe can go to wikipedia to read they talk about the kings histories.

it may not be a movie or a drama but it quiet informative about thailand history.

Cheers
PM72

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yo vm upload it :D i want.

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Nang Nak (Thai: นางนาก) - a romantic tragedy and horror film. 1 of my all time fav thai romance tragedies. i can vividly recall how awed i was with the gentleness of the thai language, and the lasting impression embedded in me, of what it really means when they say; "till death us do part"...


Directed by: Nonzee Nimibutr
Produced by: Visute Poolvoralaks
Written by: Wisit Sasanatieng
Starring: Intira Jaroenpura, Winai Kraibutr
Music by: Chartchai Pongprapapan, Pakkawat Vaiyavit
Cinematography: Nattawut Kittikhun
Editing by: Sunij Asavinikul

Synopsis
In rural village in Thailand, Mak (Winai Kraibutr) is sent to fight in a war and leaves his pregnant wife, Nak (Intira Jaroenpura). Mak is injured, and barely survives. He returns home to his doting wife and child, or so he thinks. Mysterious events occur around the village.

A friend visits and sees Mak living together with Nak. The villagers, knowing that Nak died in childbirth several months previously, realize what is happening, that Mak is spellbound by Nak's ghost. People who attempt to tell Mak, or who know too much, are killed by Nak's ghost, who becomes more active in her aggression due to her inability to accept her early death and her frantic desire to stay with her husband.

Toward the end, Mak discovers what is happening, and shocked, flees to the local temple. The villagers attempt several solutions, including burning down the house and in the end summon a ghost banisher to destroy her forehead (this would destroy her soul as well as the ghost).

The country's most respected Buddhist monk (in the film Somdej To) arrives in the final moments, takes charge and in a tearful farewell Nak repents, leaving her husband to live his life. Somdejto has the centre of her forehead cut out and made a girdle brooch. He wore it till his last day. The epilogue states that it later became in possession of His Royal Highness Prince Chumbhorn Ketudomsak. Then, handed down to many others, nondetected. Until now nobody knows where the item is.

Background
The story of Mae Nak Phra Khanong is famous and a favorite among Thai people. There is a shrine dedicated to her at On Nut, Sukhumvit Soi 77 in Bangkok's Suan Luang (formerly Phra Khanong) district.


The tale has been depicted on film numerous times since the silent era, with one of the most famous being Mae Nak Pra Kanong in 1958. Even after this 1999 version, British filmmaker Mark Duffeld directed a remake in 2005 called Ghost of Mae Nak. There also is an opera, Mae Nak, by Thai composer Somtow Sucharitkul.

source for reference

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For previews, Could go to youtube and watch..

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I second that. sound interesting :D

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will be uploading it, bear with me as my connection is really terrible.

Thanks

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khorp khun mak :)

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This movie I have the DVD and I can only say I rate it 3.5 stars but it is upon a total of 10. It is lousy and a waste of money. My thai friend even borrowed from me and after watching told me its a lousy movie too.

The plot is lousy, acting is exaggerated more to slapstick and the actors on the whole are creating lame jokes. If its the 1st time one is watching a Thai comedy, maybe can give this a try if one has time to spare.

SC

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Hi Mr Suteerak1099,

since you have watched Me, Myself, how about commenting on the character Tan'ya' which was played by Ananda Everingham. Comment properly because after you comment, I will bring in a comment which you posted before on transvestite. :p

SC

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Those of you who love action films, can try this movie 'Bangkok Dangerous'.

Watched it 4 years back on cable tv then. Wanted to buy the DVD or VCD but its virtually out of production. (unless find those old old vcd shop that still carries this title)

http://www.heroic-cinema.com/reviews/bangkokd

This movie I would rate it 7/10 because I only watched the middle part when I on the channel by mistake and didn't finish the movie then as had to go to work.

It's a movie I regretted not buying the vcd/dvd because now want buy also don't have.

SC

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This movie does not lose out on the Letter.

http://www.heroic-cinema.com/reviews/monrak

MON-RAK Transistor

A very meaningful movie on a young man's venture with his wife and kid waiting for him back home.

One of the better thai movies to recommend. Would rate it 8/10. This one the movie might still be available in VCD, though hard to find too.

SC

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http://www.moviexclusive.com/review/...ameofdeath.htm

13 Game of Death.

Part Comedy/ Part Thriller

Synopsis:

13 is a new and very secret competition offering a grand prize of 100 million Baht. The contestants are chosen from those most afflicted with problems involving work, money, family and love. If they can complete 13 tasks, they'll receive riches beyond their wildest dreams. But there's a catch...the challenges will test them in every aspect of their lives from love to religion and even moral values. They may seem undemanding when they start but as they progress they become increasingly more intense until finally, they reach a stage where they are no longer sure if they are human anymore. As with every game there are rules and these rules must be obeyed at all times. If they fail even one of the tasks, they will be dismissed from the game. The rules prohibit them from giving up from telling anyone else that they are playing and from investigating the origin of the game. A man named Phuchit is delighted to be offered the chance to compete, little realizing that it will cost him his friends, his family, his sanity and perhaps his life...What wouldn't you do for money?
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The first few challenges are funny but the latter part of the movie gets a bit too serious and exaggerated

The latter part let it down. 6/10 rating. See it if have time

SC