VOICED: Cannes champ boosts censored Thai movie-makers

The transcript discusses the film 'Uncle Boonmee, Who Can Recall His Past Lives,' which won at the Cannes Film Festival. The film explores themes of loss and reincarnation. The director, who grew up in rural Thailand, is hesitant to release the film in Thailand due to its preference for action and comedy. He hopes the film's success will boost the Thai film industry, which faces strict censorship laws. The director has previously faced censorship issues and aims to continue pushing artistic and political boundaries.

What is the central theme of the film 'Uncle Boonmee, who can recall his past lives'?

• Comedy and humor

• Loss and nostalgia

• Adventure and exploration

• Science fiction and technology

Why is the director hesitant to release 'Uncle Boonmee' in Thailand?

• He thinks the film's themes are too complex.

• He is concerned about the film's production quality.

• He feels the local audience prefers action and comedy.

• He believes the film is too long for Thai audiences.

What does the director hope to achieve by winning at the Cannes Film Festival?

• To gain international fame

• To boost the Thai film industry

• To attract more actors to his films

• To secure funding for future projects

What are the new film laws in Thailand primarily concerned with?

• Preventing threats to national security or moral decency

• Encouraging more local productions

• Promoting international collaborations

• Increasing the number of film festivals

How does the director plan to address the challenges posed by censorship?

• By pushing artistic and political boundaries

• By avoiding controversial topics

• By collaborating with international filmmakers

• By focusing on comedy films