A Useful Ghost: The development of Thai film on the global stage (Talk and Q&A)

After dying from a respiratory disease, a mother's spirit possesses a vacuum cleaner to protect her husband when he begins showing the same symptoms. A Useful Ghost (2025) has been hailed as one of the most distinctive Thai films of the year, capturing attention at international film festivals. Blending folklore and social realism, the film explores life, loss and labour in post-industrial Thailand through the lens of a ghost story.

The FCCT welcomes the director and the producer of A Useful Ghost to speak about the challenges and opportunities facing Thai filmmakers as they navigate global platforms and domestic realities. The conversation will reflect on how Thai cinema has evolved and where it might be heading as it gains visibility on the world stage.

Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke, director, A Useful Ghost.

Cattleya Paosrijaroen, producer, 185 Films.

Members who wish to book in advance should email aW5mbyB8IGZjY3RoYWkgISBjb20= or call the FCCT office on 02-652-0580.

Non-members can use this link: https://www.ticketmelon.com/fccthai/a_useful_ghost/

Members free, non-members 300 baht.

Bar and restaurant open.

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