The highly-anticipated Thai drama film, The Paradise of Thorns, starring Jeff Satur and Engfa Waraha, will be making its way to Singapore cinemas. The poignant drama film depicts the struggle for the right to love, against all odds.

Synopsis

Thongkam’ and ‘Sek’, a devoted gay couple, have worked tirelessly to build a life together, including owning a house and a durian orchard in Mae Hong Son. Tragedy strikes when Sek dies suddenly in an accident, revealing that they were never legally married in Thailand, leaving Thongkam with no rights to their assets. The house and orchard now belong to Sek’s mother, who moves in with her adopted daughter ‘Mo’ and gardener ‘Jingna’. Thongkam must now fight to reclaim the fruits of his love and labor.

Love & Pride Film Festival 2024

Golden Village’s Love & Pride Film Festival celebrates 15 years of LGBTQA+ cinema from around the world!

This year’s line-up features films centres on LGBTQA+ experiences, exploring love, identity, and the complexities of human relationships across diverse cultures.

From the tender coming-of-age romance in YOUNG HEARTS to the exploration of dual identities in SEBASTIAN, these films delve into the essence of self-expression and love. THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS offers a comedic journey through generational divides, while WE HAVE NEVER BEEN MODERN and THE PARADISE OF THORNS tackle societal prejudices and the fight for acceptance.

Also featured is BOKU NO OHISAMA (MY SUNSHINE), a Japanese drama where friendship and love intertwine. Each film highlights the universal struggle for acceptance and the courage to live authentically.

Celebrate 15 years of championing LGBTQA+ voices through the art of cinema, exclusively at GV Cineleisure from 27 September to 6 October 2024.

The Paradise of Thorns will be available in Singapore Golden Village cinemas on selected dates, starting from 27 September 2024, as part of the lineup for Golden Village’s 15th Love & Pride Film Festival.