Key Takeaways:
– Netflix premiers its first Thai science fiction anthology, ‘Tomorrow and I.’
– The gripping four-part series tackles themes like cloning, prostitution, religion, and global warming.
– The show is directed by renowned Thai director Paween Purijitpanya.
First Thai Sci-fi for Netflix
Netflix continues to charm viewers worldwide as they introduce ‘Tomorrow and I,’ marking their first Thai science fiction anthology. Helmed by noted Thai film director Paween Purijitpanya, the series boasts of four gripping parts, each with a unique narrative.
‘Tomorrow and I’ delves into fascinating subjects like cloning, religion, prostitution, and global warming. Fans can start streaming the thought-provoking series from December 4. This certainly swelling the streamer’s catalog of Thai content and lending a fresh wave in the otherwise saturated genre of science fiction.
Purijitpanya’s Ingenious Touch
Purijitpanya, behind successful films like ‘Body,’ ‘Phobia,’ ‘Ghost Lab’ and the GMM series ‘Girl from Nowhere,’ faces a new challenge with ‘Tomorrow and I.’ He had to envision and create an entirely new world, replete with its distinct cityscapes, fashion, technology, and devices. The director assertively accomplishes this task, enhancing the apocalyptic feel of the series while assisting actors in understanding their characters better.
Episode Breakdown
The debut episode ‘Black Sheep’ weaves an engaging tale about the resurrection of a dead astronaut. It features known faces like Boy-Pakorn Chatborrirak, Ink-Waruntorn Paonil, and Poyd-Treechada Hongsyok.
Following, ‘Paradistopia’ stretches the boundaries of our imagination by depicting a world where sexual fantasies are fulfilled by highly-skilled robots and stars Violette Wautier and Timethai.
Then, ‘Buddha Data’ ventures into the contentious battleground of religion and artificial intelligence. It confronts our perspectives on faith and its reinterpretation in the face of growing technology. Appearing in this compelling episode are Ray Macdonald, Aelm Thavornsiri, and Pongsatorn Jongwilas.
Wrapping up the series is ‘Octopus Girl.’ It sets in a dystopian future pandemonium where leaders overlook public well-being for personal benefits. This leads to a flooded slum and a deadly waterborne pandemic. Featuring in this climactic episode are Tangkwa-Chananticha Chaipa, Minna-Wanichaya Pornpanarittichai, and Pingpong-Thongchai Thongkuntom.
Crafted meticulously by Surawut Tungkarak via Jungka Studios, ‘Tomorrow and I’ is scripted by Paween Purijitpanya, Pat Pataranutaporn, Jirawat Watthanakiatpanya, Abhichoke Chandrasen, Tossaphon Riantong, Panuwat Inthawat, and Eakasit Thairaat.
Netflix’s Thai Maneuver
With ‘Tomorrow and I,’ Netflix enhances its ever-expanding Thai repertoire. The streaming giant made waves recently with the horror anthology ‘Terror Tuesday: Extreme,’ the thought-provoking series ‘The Believers,’ the nostalgic ‘Doctor Climax,’ and the drama-rich series ‘Master of the House.’ Significantly, ‘Master of the House’ marked the first Thai series to secure a spot in Netflix’s Global Top 10 TV (Non-English) list.
Anticipation builds as viewers eagerly wait for December 4, when ‘Tomorrow and I’ makes a grand entrance on Netflix. Excitement soars higher with the release of the trailer online, hinting at a thrilling viewing experience that awaits. Science fiction buffs, Netflix aficionados, and fans of Thai cinema, all have something to look forward to!
Indeed, with ‘Tomorrow and I,’ Netflix continues enriching its non-English content, simultaneously exploring unfamiliar terrains in the realm of science fiction. Despite being a global entertainment behemoth, Netflix shows no signs of slowing down, staying true to its promise of delivering diverse, engaging content to its viewers worldwide. The streaming giant continues its march, one step, or rather, one series at a time!
