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New films that have premiered in Thai cinemas this week.

Afterburner

Directed by J.J. Perry.

Who’s in it?

Samuel L. Jackson, Dave Bautista, and Olga Kurylenko.

What’s it about?

Following a powerful solar storm that devastates the eastern part of Earth, a fearless mercenary explorer journeys to Europe in search of the highly sought-after Mona Lisa, only to discover that the world requires a hero more than it does a piece of art.

Why watch it?

A post-apocalyptic action movie.

The Reunion

Directed by Chanon Somrit and Krit Insumphun.

Who’s in it?

Maneewan Pornsawan, Warodom Khemmonta, Siranudh Scott, Warapairin Thanawarisporn, Panuwat Kerdthongtavee, Nisamanee Lertvorapong, and Pimlada Waewthaiso.

What’s it about?

The tale of an old friend who has disappeared and another who was killed, causing their restless spirit to come back in pursuit of the truth. A loyal friend arrives to fulfill a promise. What exactly occurred at Don Sue Witthaya School?

Zombiddal (My Daughter Is A Zombie)

Directed by Pil Gam-Sung.

Who’s in it?

Jo Jung-suk, Lee Jeong-eun, and Cho Yeo-jeong.

What’s it about?

Lee Jeong Hwan, a strict animal trainer, leads a tumultuous everyday life alongside his defiant teenage daughter, Lee Su A, who is deeply passionate about dance. One day, Su A contracts a zombie virus that has spread worldwide.

Why watch it?

Based on the webcomic Zombiega Dweeeobeorin Naui Ddal by Lee Yoon-Chang.

E yi (Malice)

Directed by

Mukuan Lai and Wenyi Yao.

Who’s in it?

Xuan Huang, Enyou Yang, and Gengxi Li.

What’s it about?

Reporter Ye Pan is seeking the truth behind a mysterious double fall. As she investigates, she identifies nurse Li Yue and mother You Xi as suspects, causing public anger and the situation beginning to spiral out of control.

Why watch it?

To refresh your Mandarin skills.

Caught Stealing

Directed by Darren Aronofsky.

Who’s in it?

Austin Butler, Regina King, and Zoë Kravitz.

What’s it about?

A former baseball player named Hank Thompson, now worn out and past his prime, suddenly becomes involved in a perilous battle for life within the criminal world of 1990s New York City, having to deal with a dark and dangerous environment he had never known before.

Why watch it?

To obtain the desirable firm buttocks that baseball players are recognized for, Butler collaborated with celebrity trainer Beth Lewis, and his workout regimen featured “a lot of hip thrusts.” As Butler’s character, Hank, is a former baseball star now working as a bartender, Aronofsky wanted him to appear as if he had a “drinking problem,” so Butler consumed a lot of pizza and drank plenty of beer to avoid looking overly fit. “I have a whole section of Celine pants that I can’t wear anymore,” he admitted.

Yamada-kun and the Love at Level 999 (My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Level 999)

Directed by Yûka Yasukawa.

Who’s in it?

Ryuto Sakuma, Mizuki Yamashita, and Noa.

What’s it about?

A player who went through a breakup tries to get back at their ex by joining forces with professional gamer Yamada.

Why watch it?

Remake of My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999 (2023)

Ejen Ali: The Movie 2

Directed by Muhammad Usamah Zaid and Nazmi Yatim.

Who’s in it?

The voices of Ida Rahayu Yusoff, Noorhayati Maslini, and Shafiq Isa.

What’s it about?

A spy’s existence transforms when chosen to operate an advanced suit powered by artificial intelligence, intended to change the future of secret missions.

Why watch it?

A Malaysian animated movie.

Premieres on Sept 20

Jin Xing Qu (Marching Boys)

Directed by Jui-Chih Chiang

Who’s in it?

Rosen Tsai, Yu-Jen Liu, and Jie-En Yu.

What’s it about?

In 1992, five years following the end of martial law in Taiwan, Jiang, a high school student on track to enter a leading medical university, secretly becomes part of the school’s marching band to pursue his love for music. As the band threatens to shut down because of its outdated emphasis on military music, Jiang and his teammates unite, determined to preserve it and restore its prestige through a major competition.

Why watch it?

A Taiwanese movie tells a tale of love and familial expectations amid a challenging era in history.

Premieres on Sept 21

Quy Cau (Crimson Snout)

Directed by Luu Thanh Luan.

Who’s in it?

Van Dung, Mie, and Hanh Thuy Ngo Pham.

What’s it about?

The return of Nam and his girlfriend Xuan creates numerous problems for the family. He slowly uncovers the strained relationships among the family members.

Why watch it?

Vietnamese horror movie.

New Group

Directed by Yûta Shimotsu.

Who’s in it?

Yuzu Aoki, Pierre Taki, and Anna Yamada.

What’s it about?

A high school student named Ai witnesses her world falling apart as a bizarre, cult-like influence slowly turns those around her into brainwashed followers, transforming basic gymnastics moves into a terrifying, deadly performance.

Why watch it?

Examines issues of blind conformity and collective thinking in Japanese culture.

Bone Lake

Directed by Mercedes Bryce Morgan.

Who’s in it?

Alex Roe, Maddie Hasson, and Marco Pigossi.

What’s it about?

A couple’s trip to a remote estate takes a dark turn when they find themselves sharing the house with an enigmatic pair. What was meant to be a perfect escape turns into a terrifying labyrinth of intimacy, deceit, and control, leading to a struggle for existence.

Why watch it?

A terrifying labyrinth filled with lust, deceit, and control.

Premieres on Sept 22

Tee Yod (Death Whisperer)

Directed by Taweewat Wantha.

Who’s in it?

Nadech Kugimiya, Jelilcha Kapaun, and Mim Rattawadee Wongthong.

What’s it about?

Following Yak, the older sibling, returning to his hometown, he needs to discover a method to rescue his younger sister from an unusual disease that is making her act differently.

Why watch it?

Inspired by real events.

Vermines (Infested)

Directed by Sébastien Vanicek.

Who’s in it?

Théo Christine, Sofia Lesaffre, and Jérôme Niel.

What’s it about?

Kaleb is on the verge of his 30th birthday and feels more isolated than ever. He’s at odds with his sister regarding their inheritance and has lost contact with his closest friend. Enthusiastic about rare animals, he brings home an unusual spider one day and unintentionally allows it to escape. Before long, his disadvantaged neighborhood is thrown into turmoil as dangerous spiders start multiplying rapidly. The project’s residents are ordered into quarantine, forcing them to stay in lockdown with terrifying spiders that keep growing larger and larger.

Why watch it?

The eye-catching structures that serve as the backdrop for the action were not constructed for the film; they are the Picasso arenas located in Noisy-le-Grand, close to Paris, designed by architect Manuel Núñez Yanowsky in the 1980s.

Missing Child Videotape

Directed by Ryota Kondo.

Who’s in it?

Takashi Fujii, Amon Hirai, and Kokoro Morita.

What’s it about?

A video tape is sent by Keita’s mother, revealing the mystery of his brother’s disappearance. Tormented by this memory, Keita goes to the ruins of an enigmatic mountain to face the event.

Why watch it?

Remake of the Missing Child Videotape (2023).

Premieres on Sept 23

Tee Yod 2 (Death Whisperer 2)

Directed by Taweewat Wantha.

Who’s in it?

Nadech Kugimiya, Kajbhunditt Jaidee, and Peerakrit Phacharaboonyakiat.

What’s it about?

Three years following his sister’s death, Yak relentlessly pursues the dark entity responsible for her killing, fueled by a strong urge for retribution.

Why watch it?

The follow-up to Tee Yod (Death Whisperer).

Premieres on Sept 24

Taklee Genesis x Worlds Collide

Directed by Chookiat Sakveerakul.

Who’s in it?

War Wanarat Ratsameerat, Paula Taylor, Inthira Charoenpura, Peter Corp Dyrendal, Nattapong Arunnate, and Russell Geoffrey Banks.

What’s it about?

Tormented by the loss of her father 30 years prior, Stella comes back to her hometown to look after her sick mother. One evening, her father reaches out to her through an old radio. Stella needs to travel through time to rescue him by activating the Taklee Genesis.

Why watch it?

This film is also referred to as Project Genesis.

BTS 2016 HYYH On Stage Epilogue Remastered

Who’s in it?

Suga, J-Hope, Jung Kook, RM, Jin, Jimin, and V.

What’s it about?

The concluding chapter of BTS’s ‘The Most Beautiful Moment In Life’ series, showcasing the most radiant moments of youth. From the gentle emotions in ‘Autumn Leaves’ and ‘Butterfly’ to the powerful performances of ‘Fire,’ ‘Save Me,’ and ‘Epilogue: Young Forever,’ the narrative of youth that shaped BTS into what they are today is vividly portrayed on screen.

BTS 2017 The Wings Tour The Final Remastered

Who’s in it?

Suga, J-Hope, Jung Kook, RM, Jin, Jimin, and V.

What’s it about?

“The Wings Tour,” also referred to as “2017 BTS Live Trilogy Episode III: The Wings Tour,” was the second global concert tour led by the South Korean boy group to support their second Korean studio album, “Wings.” The tour started on February 18, 2017, and ended on December 10, 2017, in South Korea.

Why watch it?

BTS solidified their worldwide recognition after winning their first Billboard Music Award, and their rapid ascent is vividly depicted in this performance.

Cha Eun-woo: Memories

Directed by Kim Ji-ae.

Who’s in it?

Cha Eun-woo.

What’s it about?

A story showcasing Cha Eun-woo’s acting, singing, and stage performances.

Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (Syndigate.info).