Thailand Reviews
Tai hong AKA Die A Violent Death (2010) Review
In 1999 the world was introduced to Thai horror via the romantic horror film Nang Nak. Upon its international success Thailand’s horror film industry took off. The popularity of Nang Nak and the rise of J-horror has set a tone that seems to be featured in all Thai horror films. Unfortunately ‘Tai hong’ (‘Die A Violent Death’) does not stray far from these well-established and cliche’ conventions. It does however have its moments, including one segment that is a parody of the entire genre itself.
It’s the Simple Things in Life (That You Should Fear the Most): Review of 4BIA
Horror anthologies can make for an anxious viewing experience, especially to fans of the genre. It’s hard enough to make an effectively scary film, let alone a handful’s worth. One small detail or flaw noticed in just one part, whether…
Raging Phoenix – Movie Review (Yanin “Jeeja” Vismitananda)
In the first big martial-arts sequence in Raging Phoenix, it’s the athletic Kazu who fends off a gang of guys on blade-equipped pogo-stilts. Let that last sentence really sink in before you continue on with this review. This movie…
