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Syndromes and a Century

Syndromes and a Century

20066.81h 45m

Overview

A story about director Apichatpong Weerasethakul’s parents who were both doctors, and his memories of growing up in a hospital environment.

Directed by Apichatpong Weerasethakul
Written by Apichatpong Weerasethakul
Produced by Charles de Meaux, Apichatpong Weerasethakul
Box Office0Revenue: $60K

Top Cast

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Nantarat Sawaddikul

Dr. Toey

J

Jaruchai Iamaram

Dr. Nohng

S

Sophon Pukanok

Noom

Jenjira Pongpas

Jenjira Pongpas

Jane

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Arkanae Cherkam

Dentist Ple

Sakda Kaewbuadee

Sakda Kaewbuadee

Monk Sakda

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Nu Nimsomboon

Chucheep

A

Apirak Mitrpracha

Dr. Neng

M

Manasanant Porndispong

Dr. Nant

W

Wanna Wattanajinda

Dr. Wan

Themes & Keywords

buddhismlovershospital

About Syndromes and a Century

Syndromes and a Century is a drama, romance film released in 2006 exploring themes of buddhism, lovers, hospital. Directed by Apichatpong Weerasethakul, it stars Nantarat Sawaddikul, Jaruchai Iamaram, Sophon Pukanok. A story about director Apichatpong Weerasethakul’s parents who were both doctors, and his memories of growing up in a hospital environment.

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