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Excerpt




Dream Weaver 555


Short Film
2024

Single-channel video, Colour, Sound, 10’43”



Despite the unfamiliar surroundings during my first month in the Netherlands, I found symbolism in simple things, such as a tree wrapped in colored meshes reminiscent of superstitions from my homeland. The holy tree is believed to improve people's social status by helping them win the lottery, providing a direct path to wealth. This experience was a strong reminder that my Thai roots and cultural heritage are fundamental to my identity. It inspired me to create Dream Weaver 555, a short film that presents an enigmatic amulet offering the promise of realizing one's dreams. Through a satirical lens, the film provides insightful commentary on various aspects of Thai society, including superstition, dreams, desires, and the inequalities stemming from political and cultural issues. By delving into an imaginative world, the film portrays superstitions as a source of hope and potential for those endeavoring to enhance their lives and livelihoods.

Logline:
The newly released enigmatic amulet 'Dream Weaver 555' promises to unlock the gateway to realizing dreams, offering hope beyond reach where wishes materialize within the depths of dreams.





Group Exhibition

2024
- Groot Rotterdams Atelier Weekend, FilmDak, NL
- Wanderings Inside A Waiting Room, Szczur Gallery, PO
- ‘Currently,Currently,Currently,’, V2, NL