- “The Beach” (2000): Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, this thriller takes place on a remote island in Thailand and showcases its natural beauty.
- “The Hangover Part II” (2011): This comedy sequel follows the hilarious misadventures of a wedding party in Bangkok.
- “Only God Forgives” (2013): Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn and starring Ryan Gosling, this crime drama is set in Bangkok’s criminal underworld.
- “Tropical Malady” (2004): This enigmatic art film by director Apichatpong Weerasethakul explores love and desire in rural Thailand.
- “Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior” (2003): This action-packed martial arts film showcases the thrilling discipline of Muay Thai and its origins in Thailand.
- “The Protector” (2005): Also known as “Tom-Yum-Goong,” this action film features Tony Jaa as a martial artist on a quest to find his stolen elephants in Australia and Thailand.
- “Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives” (2010): Another work by Apichatpong Weerasethakul, this surreal drama delves into themes of rebirth and karma.
- “Good Morning, Vietnam” (1987): Although not entirely set in Thailand, this comedy-drama starring Robin Williams explores his character’s experiences as a radio DJ during the Vietnam War, which also involved Thailand.
- “The Impossible” (2012): Based on a real-life story, this disaster drama depicts a family’s struggle to survive the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami that affected Thailand.
- “Only Yesterday” (1991): A Studio Ghibli film, this animated drama transports viewers from modern-day Japan to the serene countryside of rural Thailand as a woman reminisces about her childhood.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous movies set in Thailand
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