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The Love of Siam

Chookiat SAKVEERAKUL

Thailand2007158min 35mm Color Korean Premiere

Synopsis

Mew and Tong as kids were neighbors and close friends. However, Tong's family moved away after Tong's sister disappeared and they were separated. Now, in their late teens, the boys are reunited accidently in the middle of the city. While Mew sets up a music band, Tong gradually finds himself relying on Mew, turning away from incessant struggles in his family. Mew on the other hand is confused with his feeling toward Tong. Then, a  kiss. Nothing is familiar any more.
Chookiat SAKVEERAKUL made his debut with a horror feature Evil, which was followed by a clever thriller 13 Beloved. SAKVEERAKUL's turn in filmography with The Love of Siam was responded with sensations in the domestic market. Despite some typicality of an Asian queer plot, the director's earnest faith in the theme is powerful and persuasive with excellent scenario and producing. (Jin PARK)   

Diretor

Chookiat SAKVEERAKUL

Born in 1981, he has worked as a composer, screenwriter and director. He directed several shorts, documentaries and features. His major works include 13 (2006) which won Best of Puchon at PiFan2007, The Love of Siam (2007) which was screened at PiFan2008 and the episode of Four (2010) which was screened at PiFan2011.