Film Archive, Ministry of Culture announces 10 names of films to be registered as national film heritage in 2023, including a film recording the events of 14 October, Than Mui’s film “Angel Walking on Earth”, LGBTQ films “Last Song” and “Tough Heart”, jointly produced films with Hong Kong “Katanyupakasit”, the biographical film “14 October Songkhramprachan”, the pioneering Thai soft power film “Thailand” and others.
October 4, 2023, which is Thai Film Conservation Day. Mr. Sermsak Phongpanich, Minister of Culture, has announced the 10 names of films that will be registered as national film heritage for the year 2023, both films. and documentary films From the selection of 33 qualified judges from various fields of work, selected by the Film Archive. (Public Organization) with some of the films coming from more than 1,000 people who submitted names. By considering and selecting according to the value criteria. historical significance Influence on society, culture and art
10 films listed this year Covers many social dimensions history and aesthetics It shows the strong foundation of animation culture of Thai creators.
As 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the events of October 14, 1973, three films related to the event have been selected: The Great Tragic Day (1973) It is a record of the events of 14 October that Thaweesak Wirayasiri, a freelance film journalist, filmed the historical event. As for the movie [สัมภาษณ์ผู้เข้าร่วมกับพรรคคอมมิวนิสต์ไทยที่กลับออกจากป่า] [2528] In rare footage, Kraisak Choonhavan interviews former students and activists who left the jungle after joining the Thai Communist Party, such as Jiranan Pitpreecha, Seksan Prasertkul, Charan Disthapichai. , Weng Tojirakarn, Tianchai Wongchaisuwan, Kriankamon Laohapairot, Caravan Music Group and other villagers, Kraisak intends to edit the footage into a documentary. But it’s not finished. Only more than 11 hours of footage remains. The last story includes: 14 October People’s War (2544) Biographical film about Seksan Prasertkul, an important political figure at a turning point in Thai history. It is a work directed by Bandit Ritthakon.
Angel Walking on Earth (1976) By M.C. Chatri Chalerm Yukon, it is a film that captures Thai youth in a time of intense social change. It is both a social reflection film and an action-adventure film at the same time. In addition, the classic films that have received important registrations also include Pak Thong Chai (1957) Created by the company Lawo, a movie by His Royal Highness Prince Anusorn Mongkhonkarn It is considered to be the oldest remaining work of His Majesty. He is a filmmaker who plays an important role in the Thai film industry. And it is the first Thai film and one of the few that tells the story of the war to suppress the Hor. During the reign of King Rama 5 Gratitude (1958) A Thai-Hong Kong joint venture film that has been successful both in Thailand and abroad thanks to the talents of the Thai film industry’s top talents in the post-World War II era, including Kru Neramit, director S. Asanchinda, screenwriter, and all the master actors.
Two Different Flavors of LGBTQ Films and shows the journey of Thai gender diversity films. Registered this year include: The Last Song (1985) An important milestone in the history of gender diversity in Thai films. that has continued to have a wide and lasting influence until the present, directed by Pisan Akrasanee and another story including Tall Heart (2003) Co-directed by Apichatpong Weerasethakul and Michael Shaonasai, the story of secret agent Iron Pussy pays homage to the aesthetics of 16mm Thai cinema while also creating humor for contemporary audiences.
Two other old feature films that have been registered include: Shave your nipples [2510] It is a recording of the shaving ceremony. which is a ritual in the way of life of Thai society in the past Completely detailed according to both Brahmanical and Buddhist traditions. Finally, Thailand (2501) One of the first films produced by the Thai government to promote Thai culture to audiences in the Western world.
The Film Archive has organized an activity to announce the names of films registered on the National Film Heritage Register every year since 2011. After announcing the names of 10 films this year, the films that were registered There are a total of 243 films, and the Film Archive is preparing to release these films on various channels. Whether it’s in the movie theater, Facebook, YouTube, Tiktok of the movie gallery. Including organizing a discussion about movies. and providing services in the library and audiovisual facilities of Cherd Songsri of the Film Archive Follow the details at www.fapot.or.th or at the Facebook channel Thai Film Archive
List of films registered as national film heritage in 2023
Pak Thong Chai (1957) Thailand (1958) Gratitude (1958) Konjuk [2510]
The Great Tragic Day (1973) The Angels Walk on Earth (1976)
[สัมภาษณ์ผู้เข้าร่วมกับพรรคคอมมิวนิสต์ไทยที่กลับออกจากป่า] [2528]
The Last Song (1985) 14 October People’s War (2001) The Adventure of Iron Pussy (2003)
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Title in [..] It means that the movie does not have a title that appears in the movie. It is the name of the movie gallery that was given by itself.
Year that is in […] Refers to information that the Film Archive assumes because there is still no clear evidence.
Criteria used in considering the selection of films to be registered on the National Film Heritage Register
1. Historical value and memory
It is a film that tells the story of places, times, people, and events related to Thai people and Thai society in various dimensions such as anthropology, sociology, economics, politics, and culture, both as individuals and groups or the masses. Can make the audience access and understand those dimensions in terms of history or memory.
2. Film artistic value
It is a creative film work. which represents the art and science of film
3. It is outstanding and unique.
It is a very unique film. It is unique, such as the presentation of the film, whether it be filming, acting, editing, etc., there is originality. There’s no precedent for this in any other film.
4. Integrity
is the completeness of the film work according to the creator’s original Films that have already been released may be cut short. was further enhanced It was modified for various reasons.
5. Risk of loss or difficulty in finding a replacement.
It is a film for which the original film or any other form of copy still exists. But at risk of losing that movie. Due to various factors such as having only one original or copy. Or the film is deteriorating. or storage conditions are not safe Not up to standard, etc.
6. Influence on people and society
Films that can directly or indirectly affect individuals and/or society. Whether in behavior, thoughts, beliefs, emotions, etc., it may cause modern trends to cause changes in values and traditions, whether for a short period of time or long lasting.
List of film judging committee
1. Kasidit Anantanathorn – Editor
2. Kittisak Suwannaphokin – Film Critic
3. Asst. Prof. Dr. Kasem Penpinan – Philosophy academic
4. Kowit Phothisarn – mass media
5. Chayanin Tiangpittayakorn – film critic
6. Chivasit Bunyakiat – archivist and museum scholar
7. Special Professor Thongthong Chandransu – Historian
8. Professor Dr. Thanet Apornsuwan – Historian
9. Thanyawarin Sukapisit – Film Director
10. Theepanan Phetsri – Creative
11. Natee Konthian – Page admin 77 PPP
12. Nithinan Yosaengrat – Editor
13. Niphan Olanniwet – Art scholar
14. Asst. Prof. Dr. Bandit Chanrojanakit – political science academic
15. Prawit Taengaksorn – film critic
16. Prapt Bunpan – Editor
17. Phonphichit Pattanathabut – Independent academic
18. Dr. Pichaiwat Saengpraphat – Film academic
19. Panu Burusrattanaphan – Editor
20. Manotham Thiamthiarat – Film Critic
21. M.R. Piyachat Chatchai – mass communication
22. Asst. Prof. Dr. Lalita Hanwong – Historian
23. Dr. Wikanda Phromkhunthong – Film and Cultural Studies Academic
24. Saran Thongpan – Documentary writer
25. Sakdina Chatkul Na Ayutthaya – labor history academic
26. Sasawat Bunsri – Film scholar
27. Asst. Prof. Suddan Wisutthilak – Anthropology academic
28. Supattra Bhumpraphas – writer, translator
29. Sopit Wangwiwattana – radio host
30. Athikom Kunawut – Editor
31. Atip Klinwichit – mass media
32. Atsadawut Sakrik – musician and arts and culture consultant
33. Asst. Prof. Urupong Raksasat – Film Director
