Bad Genius

A genius high school student, Lynn, devises an elaborate cheating system to help her friends pass exams for money. The system escalates from simple exam answers to a complex international cheating ring, involving trickery and high stakes. As the risks grow, Lynn finds herself caught in a dangerous game of intelligence and deception, pushing her brilliant mind to its limits.

Bad Genius was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its intelligent script, thrilling pacing, and strong performances, particularly from its young cast. Critics lauded its innovative take on the heist and thriller genres within a high school setting, and its commentary on socioeconomic disparities.

• A refreshingly original and suspenseful thriller that cleverly uses the academic setting for high-stakes drama.

• Features a breakout performance from Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying and a tightly plotted, intelligent script.

• Praised for its stylish direction and its ability to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praised "Bad Genius" for its originality, smart plot, and thrilling execution. Many highlighted the film's ability to create tension and suspense, noting its cleverness and the impressive performances, especially from the lead actress. The film is often described as a unique and captivating thriller.

Won 12 awards at the 27th Suphannahong National Film Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actress for Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying. It also received numerous nominations and awards at international film festivals.

The film's director, Nattawut Poonpiriya, was inspired to write the screenplay after reading a news article about a real-life student cheating scandal in Thailand.