Thai films struggle at home amid international praise

Pandemic-related cinema closures threaten local movie renaissance

Anatomy of Time 3 © Diversion, Damned Films, Sluizer Film Productions, M'GO Films, Mit Out Sound Films.jpg

Thai film "Anatomy of Time," directed by Jakrawal Nilthamrong, will have its world premiere at the Venice International Film Festival on Sept. 10. Domestic screenings, however, will have to wait while theaters remain closed due to the pandemic. (Courtesy of Diversion, Damned Films, Sluizer Film Productions, M'GO Films, Mit Out Sound Films)

KONG RITHDEE, Contributing writer

September 8, 2021 08:00 JST

BANGKOK -- Thai cinema is riding a wave of international critical attention, but the pandemic-related closure of movie theaters in the country has clouded the outlook for Southeast Asia's most vibrant film industry.