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.
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