New releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.
The Floor Plan
Directed by Junichi Ishikawa.
Who’s in it?
Shotaro Mamiya, Jirô Satô, Kentarô Ushios, Uketsu and Rina Kawaei.
What’s it about?
Amemiya is a Youtuber specialised in the occult. When his manager brings him the floor plan of a house, he notices that the house has rooms that suggest something very strange has happened there or that someone was hidden there. Who? Why?
Why watch it?
A Japanese horror movie with shades of “Ju-On” and “The Ring”.
Strange Darling
Directed by JT Mollner.
Who’s in it?
Willa Fitzgerald, Kyle Gallner and Barbara Hershey.
What’s it about?
Nothing is what it seems when a twisted one-night stand spirals into a serial killer's vicious murder spree.
Why watch it?
Primarily known for his acting roles, this film marks Giovanni Ribisi's debut as a feature film cinematographer.
Talchul: Project Silence (Project Silence)
Directed by Kim Tae-gon.
Who’s in it?
Lee Sun-kyun, Ju Ji-hoon and Kim Hee-won.
What’s it about?
"Silence" takes place when an accident occurs on a foggy bridge and, as a result, an unknown beast is unleashed.
Why watch it?
The film screening was put on hold due to the illegal drug scandal of the lead actor Sun-kyun in October 2023 before his suicide in December 2023.
Eiga Crayon Shin-chan Ora-tachi no Kyôryû Nikki (Eiga Crayon Shin-chan: Ora’s Dinosaur Diary)
Directed by Shinobu Sasaki.
Who’s in it?
The voices of Yumiko Kobayashi, Miki Narahashi and Toshiyuki Morikawa.
What’s it about?
Follow the friendship between the Nobara family's pet dog Shiro and a "small dinosaur”. Their connection helps the growth of Shinnosuke and the Kusakabe Defense Squad.
Why watch it?
A spin-off from "Shinchan" (1992).
Exit
Directed by William Aherne.
Who’s in it?
Vachiravit Paisarnkulwong, Ngoc Lan Vy, Supakchaya Sukbaiyen and Worranit Thawornwong.
What’s it about?
A group of students goes to a mysterious carnival. From having fun, it turns into a night of torture when suddenly everyone at the party disappears. The carnival that used to have only laughter turns into a place to play the cruellest survival game. In a game that cruelly plays with their minds, a game where life is at stake. This night will change their lives forever.
Why watch it?
They say that every problem has a “solution”. Is it true or just beautiful words to comfort the heart in a cruel world?
Premiering on Aug 31
Dandadan
Directed by Fuga Yamashiro.
Who’s in it?
The voices of Shion Wakayama, Natsuki Hanae and Mayumi Tanaka.
What’s it about?
A ghost-believing girl and an alien-believing boy are thrown into a wild adventure following a supernatural encounter that confirms the existence of both ghosts and aliens.
Why watch it?
Based on a paranormal mystery battle and romantic comedy manga written and illustrated by Yukinobu Tatsu. The cinematic release will feature exclusive interviews with manga's author and editor, Shihei Lin. The anime’s director and voice actors will also be interviewed. Episodes 1-3 are being screened while the regular TV broadcast begins in October.
