April 2009

After the success of the Thai Floating Market last week our club has is still finding new things to do. We are currently entertaining our guests from Thailand. These students are not official exchange students with the UW, but are visiting the United States from the Nan province (น่าน). Nan is famous for Wat Phra That Chae Hang (วัดพระธาตุแช่แห้ง), which is a 55 metre-high golden Chedi (pictured above) containing a Holy Relic from Sukhothai. It is also known for its high quality of woven materials (ผ้าทอพื้นเมืองน่าน), which are distinctively different in terms of designs and production methods from other localities. The most famous pattern is the Lai Nam Lai (ผ้าลายน้ำไหล) which resembles waves or stairs. 

Because we did not want to bore our guests with Seattle's Thai cuisine - the club has decided to treat our guests with a snazzy meal in downtown Seattle. So remember to check your e-mails.

Movie Night 2009

Our first movie night has come and gone. Last week we watched Muay Thai Chaiya. An exciting new movie about the popular sport. This Friday (Jan 30) come join Thai International after a week of school at EEB 105 @6:30pm for the second installment of our Muay Thai movies. 

We will be screening Beautiful Boxer. This 2003 biographical-drama-sports film tells a riveting tale of Nong Thoom, a famous katoey, Muay Thai fighter, actress and model. It has gained considerable international recognition from film critics around the world. Some of the awards include:

Thailand National Film Association Awards – Best Actor 
San Sebastián International Film Festival – Sebastian Award, winner (2004)
GLAAD Media Awards – Outstanding Film - Limited Release, nominated (2006)
Milan International Lesbian and Gay Film Festival – Best Film, winner (2004)

This is a free screening of the movie, which will have English subtitiles. Refreshments will be provided by Thai International.

Winter 2009

Dear Thai International followers,

We hope you had a restful break. Thai International is going to hit the ground running. This winter seems colder than usual so we're going to heat things up with two Muay Thai movies, Chaiya and Beautiful Boxer. These movies are critically acclaimed and examine the underground boxing culture in Thailand. It also gives insight into how the industry functions and goes beyond the time tested formula of beating up as many thugs with Muay Thai. We will put more details about these events and plot synopsis for those interested. 

Thai International will also continue with our tradition of weekly dinners and discussion of political issues and our future activities. Keep checking back here for updates and get on our mailing list!