- Official Movie Poster
From the look of it, one would really think that this movie is another chick flick or a teenybooper perhaps! Well, that's what I thought at first. Last night, I was surfin' youtube and came across the trailer of this Thai movie entitled "The Love of Siam". Again, the trailer (like its poster), seemed to be your another "kilig-to-the-max" teen show. I even thought of it as an Asian version for "High School Musical" but after watching the movie, I was darn wrong!!! There was more to this movie than meets the eye . Unlike any other teen shows wherein the story only revolves around their blossoming romance and how the chase of a boy to a girl excites the viewers - this movie was entirely different. It touched a lot of aspects relating to our present society. It reflected the struggles of a young love and self-identification through discovering oneself. This movie also showed how important a family plays in molding a character of a certain person.
If you have nothing to do (like me last night!) or you simply want some movie trippin' then I suggest this one. I swear your 3hrs will be worth it and you can even end up asking for more! (a sequel for the movie perhaps??hehe)
PRECAUTION: Entries below may contain lots of spoilers. You have every right to continue reading but personally, I encourage you to watch the movie first. Here's the link: "The Love of Siam"
- this movie garnered lots of awards as well
Ooopps!.. so you opted to continue reading?! Fine! Just enjoy reading regarding the story's characters, scenes, and the way it was delivered.
The Characters: (amazing creation..kudos to the writers)
- Tong and Mew - The grew up together as childhood bestfriends! But they separated ways during grade school. Tong's family (which used to be very perfect) encountered a huge obstacle when Tang (Tong's sister) didn't go home from a trip with her friends. That problem caused Tong's family to move into another place. They were already in their Seniors (HS) when Tong and Mew met again. Mew then realized that he had this special feelings for his childhood bestfriend. Tong, on the other hand, was having tough decisions on choosing what he really wanted for himself because by then, he too, was falling for his bestfriend.
- Sunee (Tong's mom)- You will definitely adore her character. You can just imagine a wife who's struggling to fight and stand for her failing marriage and family. You can really taste the pain each time she tries to be strong but in reality, inside she's breaking. Imagine having a son who's about to take an unlikely path (by choosing to be a gay) and having a husband who's depression led to being an alcoholic.
- KoRn (Tong's father) - He lost the will to live when his daughter Tang never went back home. He used alcohol as a way to escape the sad reality of life. From drinking too much alcohol, he developed Liver problems which also added burden to her wife.
- Tang/June - June is the manager of Mew's band. She really looked like Tong's lost sister that's why she was offered to do the job of acting as Tang just to make Tong's father inspired with life again.
- Ying - Mew's neighbor who is head over heels for him to the extent of acting like a stalker. Later on, she realized that Mew is a gay and that he is in love with his bestfriend.
- Donut - Tong's on and off girlfriend.
My Favorite Scenes (well thought of..)
1. I liked that part when (during childhood days) Tong and Mew were lying on the same bed and about to sleep. Mew realized that Tong was crying (bec. of her sister) and so he reached out and held Tong's hand. It was so innocent and pure.
2. I appreciate the puzzle way of giving gifts.
3. This one struck me the most. The scene wherein Tong's mom was preparing the christmas tree and he chose to help. Tong acted silly by asking her mom again and again on what he should place at the middle of the christmas tree, a boy or a girl doll? He also told his mom that he is afraid to make choices because it might upset her again. Her mom was touched and replied by saying that he should choose the one that can make him happy - he then chose to place the boy doll.
4. The Kissing part!!! Waaaahhhh! They acted so in love! To think they are just teen agers in real life but then they gave out a very deep acting! (Kudos to both of them and the director!). I also liked the way Tong's mother reacted when she saw the kissing part. It was very realistic!
5. When Tong's parents reconciled! It was such a tear jerker!!!
6. Last part of the movie, when Ying and Tong was watching Mew performing on stage at Siam Square. Ying stared at Tong's face that was so fond of watching Mew singing. Another one was when they joined the crowd (holding hands) to get closer to the stage, Ying suddenly let go of Tong's hand and walked away. It was Ying's subtle way of letting go Mew.
7. Lastly, when Tong gave Mew his christmas present. The missing nose of the wooden puppet which Tong gave Mew when they were just kids. That scene was very touching!
To sum it up, the movie was really great! I enjoyed it.. surpassing my mere expectations. I salute the makers of this film! Magnifico!
