Saturday, 7 July 2007
BANGKOK INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2007 July 19-29, 2007
The Bangkok International Film Festival, now in its fifth year, has been held annually by the Tourism Authority of Thailand since 2003 and is one of the key highlights on Thailand’s annual festivals and event calendar.
Each year, the festival showcases more than a hundred feature and short films, representing some of the best and the brightest in the current international cinema through its various programme sections. The festival focuses on the works by emerging filmmakers throughout Asia, and in particular those of the Southeast Asian region.
Venues
Official Venues for the Bangkok International Film Festival 2007 at SF World Cinema, 7th floor Central World Shopping Center on July 19-29, 2007
Central World
The new downtown shopping and lifestyle complex of Central World has been designated the official host venue for the 2007 Bangkok International Film Festival. The largest lifestyle-shopping complex in Southeast Asia, the complex also comprises a 550-room, 5-star hotel, and two office buildings. The range of offerings encompasses more than 500 stores, 50 restaurants, 21 cinemas, a bowling hall, 2 department stores: Zen and Isetan, and much more.
Situated right in the heart of one of Bangkok’s prime locations, Central World is on the city’s “shopping street”, Ratchadamri Road, and surrounded by several five-star hotels and office buildings within walking distance.
SF World Cinema
The theatres are situated on the 7th, 8th and 9th floors of the Central World. With an area of 13,500 sq.m, the theatres comprise 15 screens with over 4,000 seats, including a megascreen with 800 seats, first-class theatres with lounges and additional special theatres
Official site
http://www.bangkokfilm.org/
10 Must see films @ Bangkok International Film Festival 2007
1. The Rebel (Vietnam)
The Rebel was viewed by over 8,000 people on its opening night in Vietnam. Highly regarded for its quality filming, the dramatic story is set in the 1920's when the country was still a colony of France. At the height of the French-Vietnamese conflict, rebel forces emerged in many forms to disrupt the foreign occupiers. In response, the French employed elite units of Vietnamese agents to track and destroy the rebels.
2. Love for Share (Indonesia)
This Indonesian film addresses some sensitive issues for Muslim women and looks at the inequality between the sexes at the present time. Love for Share tells the stories of three wives from vastly different backgrounds and places; one thin thread connecting the women is their common predicament. Successful doctor Salma must reconcile her devotion to Islam with her discontent; living in an over-crowded slum, Siti resents being a third bride and forms a tight bond with wife Dwi; and the self-involved Ming vows to make it work to her advantage.
3. Belle de jour (France/Italy)
This is a film in the Luis Bunuel Retrospective. The Spanish filmmaker worked in Mexico, France, and the US as well as his native country. He is considered to be one of the most important directors in the history of cinema. Belle de jour tells the story of a young, beautiful Paris housewife who has masochistic daydream fantasies about elaborate floggings and bondage.
4. Belle Toujours (Portugal)
A remake version of Luis Bunuel by a famous director like Oliviara, continues from Belle de jour. Belle Toujours is about two of the strange characters from the film Belle de jour, and they relive, thirty eight years later, in the strangeness of a secret which was only in the possession of the masculine character and a knowledge that had become crucial to the female character.
5. Renaissance (UK)
A dynamic sci-fi detective animation takes place in Paris in 2054. It concerns a labyrinth where all movement is monitored and recorded. Cut off from the world for its own protection, the city has nonetheless continued to expand. English voiceovers include Jonathan Pryce from the Pirates of the Caribbean movies and Daniel Craig, the latest James Bond. Craig is Captain Karas, who is specifically requested to investigate the case of a kidnapped scientist, Ramala Garai is the voice of Ilona.
6. Muay Thai Chaiya (Thailand)
This is a story about the ancient art and sport of Thai boxing called Muai Khat Chuak. The film is presented by Five Star Production and is to be the closing film at the Bangkok International Film Festival 2007.
7. Shortbus (USA)
This cleverly created film has the feel of the old ‘underground’ productions. It looks at topics covering all manners of sexual and moral issues, but told in a lighter, humorous way. Shortbus follows various New York City characters as they navigate the comic/tragic intersections between sex and love in and around a modern-day polysexual underground salon called Shortbus. The story is set in post-911 New York City and is for persons over 18 years old only.
8. The Competition (USA)
Where will the world's next great young conductor come from? Maestro Lorin Maazel and arts philanthropist Alberto Vilar endeavor to find out with a global competition that culminates with finals in New York's Carnegie Hall. The Competition follows Maestro Maazel as he literally travels the world in search of the next great conductor. Under intense pressure and the equally-withering gaze of Maestro Maazel, the competitors must distinguish themselves from a diverse group of supremely talented young artists. How will they react to the pressure and the scrutiny? Which eight will earn a trip to New York for the final and which of those will earn the approval of the great Maestro himself?
9. Sholay (India)
A beyond-time classic movie of Bollywood – one of Hema Malini’s tributes. The story tells about two convicts and small-time crooks (Amitabh and Dharmendra) are picked by Thakur (Sanjeev Kumar), a former police officer, to seek vengeance on the dangerous bandit Gabbar Singh (Amjad Khan) because he killed all of Thakur's family (except a daughter-in-law) and maimed Thakur for life.
10. Edge of Heaven (German/Turkey)
The film won the Best Screenplay award at the Cannes Film Festival this year. Directed by newcomer Fatih Akin, this is another ‘must see’ film for the Bangkok International Film Festival 2007.
Edge of Heaven tells the story of the intersecting destinies in Germany and Turkey, of men and women from different backgrounds. It makes the viewer aware of the pain and complexity of the loss of cultural identity and relationships.
The Rebel was viewed by over 8,000 people on its opening night in Vietnam. Highly regarded for its quality filming, the dramatic story is set in the 1920's when the country was still a colony of France. At the height of the French-Vietnamese conflict, rebel forces emerged in many forms to disrupt the foreign occupiers. In response, the French employed elite units of Vietnamese agents to track and destroy the rebels.
2. Love for Share (Indonesia)
This Indonesian film addresses some sensitive issues for Muslim women and looks at the inequality between the sexes at the present time. Love for Share tells the stories of three wives from vastly different backgrounds and places; one thin thread connecting the women is their common predicament. Successful doctor Salma must reconcile her devotion to Islam with her discontent; living in an over-crowded slum, Siti resents being a third bride and forms a tight bond with wife Dwi; and the self-involved Ming vows to make it work to her advantage.
3. Belle de jour (France/Italy)
This is a film in the Luis Bunuel Retrospective. The Spanish filmmaker worked in Mexico, France, and the US as well as his native country. He is considered to be one of the most important directors in the history of cinema. Belle de jour tells the story of a young, beautiful Paris housewife who has masochistic daydream fantasies about elaborate floggings and bondage.
4. Belle Toujours (Portugal)
A remake version of Luis Bunuel by a famous director like Oliviara, continues from Belle de jour. Belle Toujours is about two of the strange characters from the film Belle de jour, and they relive, thirty eight years later, in the strangeness of a secret which was only in the possession of the masculine character and a knowledge that had become crucial to the female character.
5. Renaissance (UK)
A dynamic sci-fi detective animation takes place in Paris in 2054. It concerns a labyrinth where all movement is monitored and recorded. Cut off from the world for its own protection, the city has nonetheless continued to expand. English voiceovers include Jonathan Pryce from the Pirates of the Caribbean movies and Daniel Craig, the latest James Bond. Craig is Captain Karas, who is specifically requested to investigate the case of a kidnapped scientist, Ramala Garai is the voice of Ilona.
6. Muay Thai Chaiya (Thailand)
This is a story about the ancient art and sport of Thai boxing called Muai Khat Chuak. The film is presented by Five Star Production and is to be the closing film at the Bangkok International Film Festival 2007.
7. Shortbus (USA)
This cleverly created film has the feel of the old ‘underground’ productions. It looks at topics covering all manners of sexual and moral issues, but told in a lighter, humorous way. Shortbus follows various New York City characters as they navigate the comic/tragic intersections between sex and love in and around a modern-day polysexual underground salon called Shortbus. The story is set in post-911 New York City and is for persons over 18 years old only.
8. The Competition (USA)
Where will the world's next great young conductor come from? Maestro Lorin Maazel and arts philanthropist Alberto Vilar endeavor to find out with a global competition that culminates with finals in New York's Carnegie Hall. The Competition follows Maestro Maazel as he literally travels the world in search of the next great conductor. Under intense pressure and the equally-withering gaze of Maestro Maazel, the competitors must distinguish themselves from a diverse group of supremely talented young artists. How will they react to the pressure and the scrutiny? Which eight will earn a trip to New York for the final and which of those will earn the approval of the great Maestro himself?
9. Sholay (India)
A beyond-time classic movie of Bollywood – one of Hema Malini’s tributes. The story tells about two convicts and small-time crooks (Amitabh and Dharmendra) are picked by Thakur (Sanjeev Kumar), a former police officer, to seek vengeance on the dangerous bandit Gabbar Singh (Amjad Khan) because he killed all of Thakur's family (except a daughter-in-law) and maimed Thakur for life.
10. Edge of Heaven (German/Turkey)
The film won the Best Screenplay award at the Cannes Film Festival this year. Directed by newcomer Fatih Akin, this is another ‘must see’ film for the Bangkok International Film Festival 2007.
Edge of Heaven tells the story of the intersecting destinies in Germany and Turkey, of men and women from different backgrounds. It makes the viewer aware of the pain and complexity of the loss of cultural identity and relationships.
Sunday, 24 June 2007
Gwen Stefani The Sweet Escape 2007
Gwen Stefani brings The Sweet Escape Tour to Bangkok on August 19th at Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani. Stefani says of the coming tour, “It’s so much fun. I love the idea of being able to go into my theatrical side.”
Promoter BEC-Tero says that concerts these days are million dollar spectaculars and who better than Gwen, visually and musically inspired, to bring a new dimension. “She’s got it all – look, sound and feel.”
“She’s ahead of the rest, always, and worldwide audiences love her unique and different style of presenting an amazing live concert.”
Stefani says, “To hear and see people singing the songs back to me – they bought the record, they know the songs – you see yourself in them, in the crowd. It kind of makes it worth it, so I have to go on tour.”
Date: August 19, 2007
Venue: Impact arena, Muang Thong Thani
Show start: 20.00 hrs
Price: 4,500 Baht, 3,500 Baht, 2,500 Baht, 1,500 Baht, 1,000 Baht, 600 Baht
Saturday, 23 June 2007
Christina Aguilera Back to Basics Tour Live in Bangkok 2007
Pop diva Christina Aguilera will soon be wowing her fans in Thailand with her sophisticated vamp style. Designer Roberto Cavalli has made several exciting costumes for the former Destiny's Child singer, who will be performing at Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani on June 28 during her Back to Basics world tour.
First time in Southeast Asia with a modern inventive vision fused with elements of retro glamour concert, “SCOTCH FOREVER YOUNG AND SINGHA TASTE OF MUSIC PRESENT CHRISTINA AGUILERA BACK TO BASICS TOUR LIVE IN BANGKOK 2007”.
The concert will feature a unique stage design that will allow Christina’s fans unprecedented access to the stage with unbelievable sight lines. The tour will feature three distinct stage scenes, illuminated by more than 600 moving lights, and a state-of-the-art hydraulic system.
Date: June 28, 2007
Venue: Impact Arena MuangnThong Thani
Gate open: 19.00 hrs
Show star:20.00 hrs
Price: 7,500 Baht, 6,500 Baht, 5,000 Baht, 4,500 Baht, 3,500 Baht, 2,500 Baht
Book now
More info
First time in Southeast Asia with a modern inventive vision fused with elements of retro glamour concert, “SCOTCH FOREVER YOUNG AND SINGHA TASTE OF MUSIC PRESENT CHRISTINA AGUILERA BACK TO BASICS TOUR LIVE IN BANGKOK 2007”.
The concert will feature a unique stage design that will allow Christina’s fans unprecedented access to the stage with unbelievable sight lines. The tour will feature three distinct stage scenes, illuminated by more than 600 moving lights, and a state-of-the-art hydraulic system.
Date: June 28, 2007
Venue: Impact Arena MuangnThong Thani
Gate open: 19.00 hrs
Show star:20.00 hrs
Price: 7,500 Baht, 6,500 Baht, 5,000 Baht, 4,500 Baht, 3,500 Baht, 2,500 Baht
Book now
More info
Saturday, 16 June 2007
French Flair
Bed Supperclub and Grey Goose Vodka Present tHe pEneLOpe[s] (FRENCH FLAIR) Organized by the French Embassy in Thailand and Alliance Francaise, French cultural festival "La Fete" and in particular the electronic music portion of this series of events known as "French Flair", is an eagerly anticipated element of Thailand's clubbing calendar.
BED SUPPERCLUB is honored to be the host of this year's French Flair as it celebrates its fourth edition in 2007. This year's crop of prominent DJ's and producers of the French electro scene descending on Bangkok include: tHe pEneLOpe[s]
A Franco-Finnish duo based in Paris and the authors of a decadent and theatrical electro-pop, tHe pEneLOpe[s] give new relevance to a sound too often neglected on the dancefloor: a music that is brutal, bright, and existential. Refusing to choose between electronic and rock, theirs is a deliberately elusive attitude. With their intense and incendiary live performances tHe pEneLOpe[s], have caused a storm in Parisian arts circles and count local luminaries such as author Regis Clinquart and designer Agnes b. amongst their biggest fans. Their concerts adhere to a tradition close to cabaret, to create a melodramatic, aggravated, but dance stage-setting of the human passions. Their unforgettable performances have indelibly marked many at Rex club, Dour, Culture Club, Sonar festival, Human League's aftershow, The Loft / Razzmatazz and South America's festivals...
More info http://www.lafete-bangkok.com/ or http://www.thaiticketmaster.com/events/lafete2007/french-flair.htm
Wednesday, 6 June 2007
The Splendor of Italian Cuisine Through the centuries
Date: June 2nd - 10 th, 2007
Venue: 11 best Italian restaurants in Bangkok: Beccofino, Belguardo, Biscotti, Fallabella, Gianni, Il Cielo, La Grotta, La Scala, La Villa, Rossini’s,and Spasso
BELGUARDO
Chef.Marco Cammarata
The Bourbon King’s Cuisine. Mediterranean Flavors.
Siam Paragon, G Floor, Rama I Rd., Bangkok Tel. 02 6109380-1
LA GROTTA
Chef.Davide Spighi
The Opulent Cuisine of the Renaissance Popes.
Baan Silom, Silom Soi 19, 661 Silom Rd., Bangkok Tel. 02 2665334
LA SCALA (Sukhothai Hotel)
Chef.Luca Cesarini
The Cuisine of the Power Family from Borromeo, Milan (1400).
Sukhothai Hotel, 13/3 South Sathorn Rd., Bangkok Tel. 02 3448888 ext: 5736
GIANNI RISTORANTE
Chef.Gianni Favro
The Cuisine of Leonardo Da Vinci.
34/1 Soi Tonson, Ploenchit Rd., Bangkok Tel. 02 2521619
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Sunday, 3 June 2007
Monday, 28 May 2007
Thailand Tourism Festival 2007
When
June 7-10, 2007
10.00 - 21.00 hrs
Where
At Challenger Building 1-2, Impact Mueang Thong Thani
HIGHLIGHTS
June 7-10, 2007
10.00 - 21.00 hrs
Where
At Challenger Building 1-2, Impact Mueang Thong Thani
HIGHLIGHTS
- Special offers of tourism products and services from every region of the country such as airlines, tour operators, hotels, local products, entertainment venues, rental car service cruise, health rehabilitation services, etc.
- Activities to promote the preservation of culture, traditions and local lifestyles in villages in the four regions of Thailand
- Seminars on tourism
- A variety of parades from the four regions
- Stage performances to reflecting the local culture and way of life, folklore and plays of the four regions of Thailand
Should not miss "French Cultural Festival" !
Bangkok French Film Festival
When: June 9th to June 20th
Where: SF World CinemaRegular
Price: 90 BahtTicket Pass: 390 Baht (5 Films)
Booking: SFCinemaCity.com
Movieline: 02-268-8888
View films list
Music
When: June 9th to June 20th
Where: SF World CinemaRegular
Price: 90 BahtTicket Pass: 390 Baht (5 Films)
Booking: SFCinemaCity.com
Movieline: 02-268-8888
View films list
Music
Conducted by Michaël Cousteau with Anne Gastinel
June 12th - 8:00pm
Fête de la Musique
Fête de la Musique
Music Day
June 23rd (5pm - 1am)
June 23rd (5pm - 1am)
Electronic Music Festival
June 9th, 16th & 22nd – 10:00pm
Performance
Wasteland
Hip Hop Dance/Circus
June 14th & 15th - 8:00pm
9.81
Circus & Dance
June 22nd & 23rd - 8:00pm
The Creatures
Contemporary Dance
June 6th & 7th - 8:00pm
View programs
More info www.lafete-bangkok.com
Hip Hop Dance/Circus
June 14th & 15th - 8:00pm
9.81
Circus & Dance
June 22nd & 23rd - 8:00pm
The Creatures
Contemporary Dance
June 6th & 7th - 8:00pm
View programs
More info www.lafete-bangkok.com
Sunday, 20 May 2007
Airports in Thailand to impose regulation restricting carriage of liquid next month
Mr. Jermsak Pinthong, the Spokesman of the Airports of Thailand (AoT) board, says Suvarnabhumi Airport and other airports across Thailand will enforce the regulation restricting the carriage of liquid, aerosol and gel, starting June 1st, 2007.
Mr. Jermsak says the regulation will allow each passenger to carry no more than one liter of liquid to the aircraft, and the officials will also measure and inspect them. He says stores inside the airports will contain their liquid products in special plastic bags that have been approved by the authority.
Mr. Jermsak says this regulation is being used in other international airports as it reinforces passengers’ security and prevents potential terrorist acts.
Content by www.thaivisa.com
Mr. Jermsak says the regulation will allow each passenger to carry no more than one liter of liquid to the aircraft, and the officials will also measure and inspect them. He says stores inside the airports will contain their liquid products in special plastic bags that have been approved by the authority.
Mr. Jermsak says this regulation is being used in other international airports as it reinforces passengers’ security and prevents potential terrorist acts.
Content by www.thaivisa.com
BANGKOK’S OLD DON MUEANG AIPORT RE-OPENS FOR DOMESTIC FLIGHTS
The old airport in North Bangkok, now re-named Don Mueang Airport, re-opened for domestic flights on March 25, 2007.
Don Mueang Airport will handle domestic flights operated by the following airlines.
One-Two-Go: All flights
Nok Air: All flights
Thai Airways International (THAI): non-connecting domestic flights only
The designated airport code for Don Mueang Airport is DMK.
Please check with the airlines before you leave for the airport.
Contact information:
Thai Airways International (THAI)Important: Domestic flights that connect with flights to international destinations will operate out of the new international Bangkok airport – Suvarnabhumi Airport only.
The designated airport code for Suvarnabhumi Airport, is BKK.To identify THAI flights operating out of Suvarnabhumi Airport, please note the “BKK” airport code and the three-digit flight number printed on air tickets.
For non-connecting domestic THAI flights operating out of Don Mueang Airport (“DMK” airport code), the flight number is four-digits.
THAI Operations at Don Mueang and Suvaranbhumi AirportEffective as of 25 March – 27 October 2007
Please click to view For more information regarding THAI flights and reservations, please contact24-hour reservations centre: 0 2356 1111
NOK AIR – New service from Don Mueang Airport. All Scheduled Flights Now Operate out of Don Mueang
On 1 March 2007, Nok Air – promoted as the truly Thai low fare airline – announced its relocation from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Don Mueang Airport. All its scheduled flights have been operating in and out of Don Mueang airport since 25 March 2007.
Nok Air Call Centre: 1318
Web site: http://www.nokair.comwww.fly12go.com/en/flight_fare/flight_schedule_domestic.shtml
ONE-TWO-GO AIRLINES
Web site:
http://www.fly12go.com/en/main.shtmlwww.fly12go.com/en/flight_fare/flight_schedule_domestic.shtmlBangkok Call Centre: 1126Other provinces: 1141 Ext. 1126
Content by www.tatnews.org
Don Mueang Airport will handle domestic flights operated by the following airlines.
One-Two-Go: All flights
Nok Air: All flights
Thai Airways International (THAI): non-connecting domestic flights only
The designated airport code for Don Mueang Airport is DMK.
Please check with the airlines before you leave for the airport.
Contact information:
Thai Airways International (THAI)Important: Domestic flights that connect with flights to international destinations will operate out of the new international Bangkok airport – Suvarnabhumi Airport only.
The designated airport code for Suvarnabhumi Airport, is BKK.To identify THAI flights operating out of Suvarnabhumi Airport, please note the “BKK” airport code and the three-digit flight number printed on air tickets.
For non-connecting domestic THAI flights operating out of Don Mueang Airport (“DMK” airport code), the flight number is four-digits.
THAI Operations at Don Mueang and Suvaranbhumi AirportEffective as of 25 March – 27 October 2007
Please click to view For more information regarding THAI flights and reservations, please contact24-hour reservations centre: 0 2356 1111
NOK AIR – New service from Don Mueang Airport. All Scheduled Flights Now Operate out of Don Mueang
On 1 March 2007, Nok Air – promoted as the truly Thai low fare airline – announced its relocation from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Don Mueang Airport. All its scheduled flights have been operating in and out of Don Mueang airport since 25 March 2007.
Nok Air Call Centre: 1318
Web site: http://www.nokair.comwww.fly12go.com/en/flight_fare/flight_schedule_domestic.shtml
ONE-TWO-GO AIRLINES
Web site:
http://www.fly12go.com/en/main.shtmlwww.fly12go.com/en/flight_fare/flight_schedule_domestic.shtmlBangkok Call Centre: 1126Other provinces: 1141 Ext. 1126
Content by www.tatnews.org
Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2007
Duration: 1 June – 31 August, 2007 at leading department stores and shopping complexes in major tourism venues of Thailand; namely, Bangkok, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Hat Yai.
How to Join the Activities
1. Contact your local travel agent or Thai Airways International Office or visit the website: http://www.thaiair.com/Royal_Orchid_Holidays/Promotions_Special_offers/grandsale/default.htm for specialized holidays and valuable saving on holiday package in Thailand
2. Privileges to use the customs counters (Fast Track Immigration Service) reserved for passengers who make a reservation of the airlines or agents participating in the programme.
3. Get a chance to win 10 tour packages to travel in Thailand during the period of the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2007 in July-August, 2007 by making a registration through the website: www.tourismthailand.org from 20 April to 31 May, 2007. Each prize comprises: - Round-trip economic class air tickets from Royal Orchid Holidays, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited. - 3 days / 2 nights hotel accommodation in the Ratchaprasong area. - Visa debit card within the amount of 25,000 Baht.
View shopping department store and malls click here
Note: Tourists who purchase items for a total of every 10,000 Baht with a Visa Card at the participating department stores will get a spa set for free.
Content by www.tourismthailand.org
How to Join the Activities
1. Contact your local travel agent or Thai Airways International Office or visit the website: http://www.thaiair.com/Royal_Orchid_Holidays/Promotions_Special_offers/grandsale/default.htm for specialized holidays and valuable saving on holiday package in Thailand
2. Privileges to use the customs counters (Fast Track Immigration Service) reserved for passengers who make a reservation of the airlines or agents participating in the programme.
3. Get a chance to win 10 tour packages to travel in Thailand during the period of the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2007 in July-August, 2007 by making a registration through the website: www.tourismthailand.org from 20 April to 31 May, 2007. Each prize comprises: - Round-trip economic class air tickets from Royal Orchid Holidays, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited. - 3 days / 2 nights hotel accommodation in the Ratchaprasong area. - Visa debit card within the amount of 25,000 Baht.
View shopping department store and malls click here
Note: Tourists who purchase items for a total of every 10,000 Baht with a Visa Card at the participating department stores will get a spa set for free.
Content by www.tourismthailand.org
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