The Gangster
Written by Kongkiat Khomsiri
Directed by Kongkiat Khomsiri
Thailand, 2012
Templates exist for a reason. Their existence can serve as inspiration for future inventors, politicians, activists and artists to build upon and carve their own meaningful place within the domain of their choosing. In the case of art, use of a preceding piece of artistic expression can be both useful or counterproductive to creating something new. In film, the gangster genre has its legion of fans, yet at this point in time it is increasingly challenging to tell a fresh story. Thai director Kongkiat Khomsiri delves into the genre with a lavishly produced period piece aptly entitled The Gangster, which nestles itself in a semi-satisfactory zone by neither feeling like a completely tired retread on familiar ground nor bringing anything especially new to the foray.
Proposing a dramatization of the criminal careers of some of Thailand’s legendary lawless...
Written by Kongkiat Khomsiri
Directed by Kongkiat Khomsiri
Thailand, 2012
Templates exist for a reason. Their existence can serve as inspiration for future inventors, politicians, activists and artists to build upon and carve their own meaningful place within the domain of their choosing. In the case of art, use of a preceding piece of artistic expression can be both useful or counterproductive to creating something new. In film, the gangster genre has its legion of fans, yet at this point in time it is increasingly challenging to tell a fresh story. Thai director Kongkiat Khomsiri delves into the genre with a lavishly produced period piece aptly entitled The Gangster, which nestles itself in a semi-satisfactory zone by neither feeling like a completely tired retread on familiar ground nor bringing anything especially new to the foray.
Proposing a dramatization of the criminal careers of some of Thailand’s legendary lawless...
- 7/27/2013
- by Edgar Chaput
- SoundOnSight
IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.