Som Pla Noi
Som Pla Noi

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Som Pla Noi

2021
Movie
98 min
Thai

A love triangle story of a woman named Som, who have to choose the loved one between Pla, a rich businessman from Bangkok who love her from the first sight or Noi, a poor farmer who secretly have a crush on her.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Nattapon "Mai" RungruangGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman faces societal judgment and personal turmoil when her affair with an older, married man is discovered. As she navigates the consequences, she must confront her own desires and the complexities of love, family, and reputation in a conservative community.

Critical Reception

The film explores sensitive themes of forbidden love and societal hypocrisy, often praised for its emotional depth and nuanced portrayal of its characters, though some found its pacing to be slow. It garnered attention for its candid depiction of relationships and the pressures faced by women in certain cultural contexts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive handling of a taboo subject.

  • Acknowledged for strong performances, particularly from the lead actress.

  • Some criticism for a predictable plot and deliberate pacing.

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Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Som Pla Noi,' translates to 'Little Fish Sauce,' a common Thai condiment, perhaps symbolizing the underlying, often unnoticed, flavors of life and relationships that the story explores.

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