This year, Bangkok Design Festival is hosting five film screenings under the name “Movies on Design” at the BACC from Sep 25-Oct 4. These films revolve around concepts that make up the modern digital age from all perspectives. From documentaries featuring the founders of world-class startups to developers of your favorite video games, there’s plenty here that is bound to ignite inspiration for all designers out there.

Microtopia 

A documentary focusing on homes built in unorthodox spaces to expose what it’s truly like living “off the grid.” From tents hung on trees or houses made from garbage, this film aims to make you reconsider the stability and safety that some people associate with the concept of “home.” (Sep 25, Sep 26, Oct 2) 
Running time 52 mins

Where Architects Live 

A look into the metropolitan homes of world-class architects including Shigeru Ban, Mario Bellini and David Chipperfield. The film travels between the world’s greatest cities, taking you from Tokyo to San Paolo to Paris, in order to experience how space and design can come together to tell personal narratives. (Sep 25, Sep 26, Oct 4)
Running time 78 mins

Koolhaas Houselife 

This heart-felt and funny documentary follows the daily life of Gaudalupe Acedo, the housekeeper of the Maison Bordeaux house that is known for its world class architecture. Experience her routine and chores, and hear her intimate stories to learn how one can truly bring a house to life. (Sep 25, 26, Oct 4)
Running time 58 mins

The Startup Kids

A collection of interviews with the founders of your favorite startups, including Vimeo, Dropbox, Soundcloud and more, about how these young entrepreneurs went from life in high school to managing some of the world’s most widely-used businesses. (Sep 26, Oct 2, Oct 4).
Running time 55 mins

Gamer Age

This documentary dives deep into how the gaming industry has evolved into mainstream culture and our personal lives. Through interviews with the developers behind some of the world’s most popular games, learn about the history of gaming and what’s in store for the industry’s future. 
Running time 92 mins

Tickets are B150 each along with a buy-4-get-1-free promotion. Screenings take place from 12pm-7:30pm. For more information and seat reservations visit www.bangkokdesignfestival.com.

5/F, Bangkok Art and Cultural Centre (BACC), 939 Rama 1 Rd., 02-260-2606-8.