Spanning genres and time periods, Bangkok is certainly getting a cinematic treat this month. From indie animation and blockbuster sequels to classic horror flicks, BK has got a list of Thai films for you to enjoy September while pregaming for those spooky halloween vibes. 

 

 

Grossing over B100 million and continuing to be the current box office top dog for more than three weeks since its release, “Paradise of Thorns” follows an unmarried gay couple, Thongkam and Saeng, as they build a durian farm together. But the course of Thongkam’s life is altered after his partner’s sudden death. Since the film took place before the Marriage Equality bill passed, Thongkam had to fight Saeng’s family to lay claim on the fruits of his labor.

 

Release date: Now

Platform: Thai cinemas

 

 

It’s never too early to start your Halloween watchlist. After becoming a 2000s hit sensation and sellin licensing across more than 30 countries around the world, “Shutter” is finally being remastered in 4K. The film follows the haunting events of Jane and Tun after the couple commit a hit and run. This restoration is also upping the spine chilling experience by using AI to perfect the picture and sound quality. 

 

Release date: Sep 9

Platform: Thai cinemas

 

 

Maintaining its status as the highest grossing Thai film of 2024, the tearjerker “How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies” is finally available to stream on Netflix for those who might have missed it during its original release in Songkran season. A tale close to Asian familial dynamic, the film explores concepts such as filial piety and patriarchy through the story of Em, a university drop out who began taking care of his cancer-ridden grandmother, in hopes of gaining her inheritance.

 

Release date: Sep 12

Platform: Netflix

 

 

Based on the gothic novella Camilla by Sheridan Le Fanu “Blood Rain” is a little over an hour horror animation by up and coming director Achitaphon Piansukprasert. If you know anything about the source of inspiration, we’re guessing it will involve an atmospheric clandestine nature with some blood sucking creatures. 

 

Release date: Sep 12

Platform: Doc Club & Pub, Cinema Oasis, House Samyan

 

Director Chookiat Sakveerakul, who previously brought hits like “Love of Siam” and “13 Sins,” is dipping his toes in sci-fi territory with his latest offering. “Taklee Genesis” talks about Stella, a single mom who traveled back to her childhood home only to receive a message from her father who mysteriously disappeared in a forbidden forest 30 years ago. This kickstarted her odyssey, traversing through over 1,000 years of time and space.

 

Release date: September 12

Platform: Thai cinemas

 

 

The wait is finally over! The comedy franchise “Luang Pee Teng (aka. The Holy Man)” is having a comeback after its 19-year hiatus. The fifth installment will be bringing back the old gang like director Note Chern-Yim and Thai comedian Theng Therdtherng who will be reprising his titular role as monk Teng. The story will pick up after the monk’s two decade pilgrimage to Tibet as Teng returns home to solve issues in his hometown. 

 

Release date: September 26

Platform: Thai cinemas

 

 

“Coming Soon” is the directorial debut from Sophon Sakdapisit who also co-wrote sensations like Shutter. The film follows a pair of curious movie projectionists who came across a hair raising film. After the viewing, they’re haunted by the vengeful spirits possessed inside the flick as their lives begin to converge with the plot of the film. 

 

Release date: September 29

Platform: Thai Film Archive, Netflix