Synopse
Told in fragments, this debut is an examination of decisions, transience and the effects of time. Maem is the daughter of a watch-maker and amateur philosopher in Thailand in the 1960s. The country is divided by the conflict between military junta and Communist rebels, whilst the young woman is torn between a shy Rickshaw driver and a heartless army officer. 50 years later, the officer is dying. At his deathbed, Maem reflects on the events of her life and the paths she took. A mosaic of memories of joy and pain, tenderness and violence, which also reflect the eventful history of her country.
Regie
JAKRAWAL NILTHAMRONG (*1977) has an MFA in Art and Technology Studies. His debut feature Vanishing Point won the Tiger Award at the Rotterdam Film Festival in 2015.
Info
Original Title: Wela
International Title: Anatomy of Time
Category: Feature
Section: Asia Express
Version & Subtitles: Thai OV with English subtitles
Director: Jakrawal Nilthamrong
Cast/Protagonists: Thaveeratana Leelanuja, Prapamonton Eiamchan, Sorabodee Changsiri, Wanlop Rungkumjad
Production country: France, Thailand, Singapore, Netherlands
Year of Production: 2021
Length: 118 min
Producer: Mai Meksawan, Chatchai Chaiyon, Yohann Cornu, Anouk Sluizer, Panuksmi Hardjowirogo
Production company: Diversion / Mit Out Sound Films
Sound: Ting Li Lim, Chalermrat Kaweewattana
Editor: Lee Chatametikool, Katharina Wartena
Music: Pakorn Musikaboonlert, Pachara Chirathivat
Costume Design: Lupt Utama, Sirinat Limpakarnpha, Jenjira Kanawiwat
co-production company: Damned Films, Sluizer Film Productions, M'GO Films
World Sales: Diversion
