The Paradise Of Thorns - English subtitled
Thai melodrama about a gay couple who have built an idyllic life in rural Thailand. When one of them dies, his relatives try to lay claim to his house and durian orchard.
Tucked beneath the lush mountains of northern Thailand, Thongkam and Sek build their own paradise within a durian orchard. The fruits of their labour bear witness to their undying promise and devotion to each other. However, when tragedy strikes and Sek suddenly dies, Thongkam not only loses his loved one but also their cherished orchard. Without his name on the ownership deed, Sek’s mother and her adopted daughter arrive to claim what they believe is theirs, with unresolved family mysteries and dramas in tow.
With stunning cinematography and a vivid score, The Paradise Of Thorns offers a poignant, multi-layered, and sensitive commentary of rural Thai society, where inequality is the norm, and family ties and loyalty are often tested by the circumstances. Set in the very recent time when same-sex marriage was yet to be legalised in Thailand, the film is a powerful testament to queer resilience and an unforgettable melodrama full of confrontations with explosive consequences.
+ Painting Workshop in collaboration with Queer Art Club
After the screening of The Paradise of Thorns, you’re welcome to join an open painting workshop by Queer Art Club in our Foyer. We’ll be working with natural dyes made from flowers and plants. No traditional brushes here — leaves, stems, and petals will help shape whatever takes form. You can take your piece home or send it to someone you care about - a small, tangible reminder of the film.
There’s room for up to 15 people at a time, but feel free to join when a spot opens up.