Durian
Durian

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Durian

2003
Movie
16 min
Indonesian

A married man in his 30s and a teenage school girl are having their last rendezvous in their regular shady hotel. Smuggled for their dessert is a strong-smelled fruit called durian.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Uruphong RakkasadGenres: Drama, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A young woman who has been living in the city returns to her rural village after her father's death. She finds herself haunted by the spirit of a mythical creature, a Naga, which she believes is connected to a curse on her family. As she delves deeper into the local folklore and her family's past, she uncovers dark secrets and must confront the supernatural forces that threaten her.

Critical Reception

Durian was met with mixed to positive reviews, often praised for its atmospheric visuals and unique blend of Thai folklore and psychological drama. However, some critics found the narrative to be overly abstract and challenging to follow.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its distinctive visual style and exploration of Thai mythology.

  • Some viewers found the plot confusing and the pacing slow.

  • The film's dreamlike quality was a frequent point of discussion.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Durian' on Google is limited, with reviews often highlighting its unusual narrative structure and atmospheric storytelling.

Fun Fact

The film is notable for its surreal and often unsettling imagery, which aims to capture the psychological state of the protagonist and the mysterious nature of the Naga myth.

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