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Time Out
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
10 movies to watch if you miss traveling in Thailand
1. The Man with the Golden Gun (1974) James Bond's showdown with Scaramanga did more than spark bullets. It shot Phang Nga Bay's limestone towers onto the world's radar. Officially Koh Khao Phing Kan, but the world knows it as James Bond Island. The film also captured Bangkok's rough-edged canal life in the '70s, throwing a high-speed chase into the middle of the city's humid, chaotic sprawl. 2. The Beach (2000) Leonardo DiCaprio stars in this adaptation of Alex Garland's cult novel, following backpackers hunting for the ultimate paradise on a secret Thai island. Maya Bay on Ko Phi Phi Le is the film's main backdrop, while Phuket brings the drama. Krabi also gets some screen time when DiCaprio takes the ferry from Bangkok to the island. His adventure continues in Khao Yai National Park, where we see the Haew Suwat Falls on the big Hollywood screen. 3. In the Mood for Love (2000) While set in 1960s Hong Kong, much of the film was actually shot in Bangkok. Where Surawong meets Charoen Krung, Tony Leung and Maggie Cheung's characters navigated this Bangkok intersection, mirroring their frustrating romance and impossible attraction under the city's moody glow. Two souls, caught in longing's grip, walked back to separate lives while something electric sparked between them. Against Charoen Krung's dim lights, the setting became visual poetry, amplifying the bittersweet ache of finding love at precisely the wrong moment. This slice of Bangkok transformed into the emotional canvas for one of cinema's most achingly beautiful tales of mistimed love. 4. Butterfly Man (2002) That moment when paradise becomes personal is what this film is about. As the film begins, we're dropped onto the sun-drenched shores of Koh Samui alongside a British backpacker who finds more than he can bargain for on a Thai island. Beyond the tourist brochure, this indie heartbreaker nails the traveller's sweet spot where holiday romance collides with cultural reality and messy human connections. Equal parts love story and cultural deep-dive, it's Thailand through eyes both fresh and flawed. Worth watching for the scenery alone but you might want to stay for what lies beneath. 5. Bangkok Dangerous (2008) Nicolas Cage, portraying a jaded hitman, prowls the streets of Bangkok, chasing a storyline where the city's frenetic pulse, with its steamy alleyways, chaotic markets and glittering skyscrapers, forms the backdrop to his brooding assassin. While the plot treads familiar hitman territory (the last job, moral awakening, unexpected romance), it's Bangkok itself that emerges as the true co-star. The camera hungrily captures the city's urban contrasts, from serene temples to feverish nightlife. 6. Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives (2010) Death comes knocking, but so do ghosts. Apichatpong Weerasethakul's Palme d'Or triumph is a hypnotic plunge into Thai mysticism that feels both ancient and fresh. In rural Thailand, kidney-failing Boonmee spends his final days with unexpected visitors: his deceased wife materialises at dinner while his long-lost son returns as a red-eyed monkey spirit. And yet, it feels almost casual. What unfolds isn't some horror show, but a meditation where the veil between worlds thins to transparency. The film stays with you like a half-remembered dream. 7. The Hangover Part II (2011) Two years after tearing up Vegas, the Wolfpack is back letting loose in Bangkok. Phil, Stu, Alan and Doug land in Thailand for Stu's wedding, but one wild night later, the groom is missing and their memories are fried. With a handful of absurd clues, they run through the city's temples, tattoo shops and Bangkok's maze-like backstreets, racing to fix the mess before the big day. Bangkok's wild energy feeds the Wolfpack's chaos, turning this trip into an even bigger wreck than the last. 8. Only God Forgives (2013) Ryan Gosling stalks Bangkok's neon-soaked concrete jungle as a boxing gym boss tangled up in criminal connections. When his mum rolls into town demanding payback for his brother's death, he dives headfirst into the city's back alleys and brutal underworld. This gritty neo-noir drags you through sweaty fight rings, sword swinging, seedy bars and blood-slick streets, where family ties snap under the weight of betrayal and Bangkok's chaos chews you up whole. 9. Tomorrow Never Dies (1997) After facing off in Koh Tapu back in The Man with the Golden Gun (1974), Bond is back on Thai soil but instead of postcard-perfect beaches, this time we're in Charoen Krung, Bang Rak. High-speed chases tear through Charoen Krung 37 while boats rip down the Khlong Phadung Krung Kasem and Khlong Maha Nak canals. It all comes to a head in Din Daeng where Michelle Yeoh's scene-stealing heroine links up with Britain's most famous spy. 10. Mechanic: Resurrection (2016) Three supposed accidents. One kidnapped girlfriend. A ticking clock on Laem Had beach, Koh Yao Yai. This paradise-turned-prison sees Jason Statham walking the knife-edge of island duality, where sun-drenched beaches conceal deadly intentions. As he hunts down three marked men, his arch-rival tightens the grip on the woman he loves. What unfolds is a lethal charade of calculated mishaps and vanishing time. The island's raw beauty collides with a brutal truth: only flawless execution will save her life. A Thai paradise island has never felt this perilous.
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Forget Sean Bean and Pedro Pascal, THIS Hollywood star has died 70 times on screen
Pedro Pascal 's shocking death in The Last of Us instantly reminded fans of his brutal end in Game of Thrones, with many dubbing him the 'new Sean Bean' for his on-screen fatalities. But there's one Hollywood legend who outshines them both—having met his end a staggering 70 times on screen throughout his illustrious career. The Legendary Career of Christopher Lee The legendary Christopher Lee had a career that spanned more than six decades, featuring over 200 films. Remarkably, his characters met their end in more than a third of them, with IMDb noting that he "died" on screen 70 times. His iconic roles include Dracula, which he portrayed in numerous films, as well as memorable villains in The Curse of Frankenstein, The Man with the Golden Gun, The Lord of the Rings : The Return of the King, and Star Wars: Episode III. A Master of Villains and Death Scenes by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Don't Miss The Top Packaging Trends Of 2024, Enhance Your Brand With Latest Insights (Check Now) Packaging Machines | Search Ads Undo Christopher Lee brought to life iconic villains in Bond films, the Star Wars universe, and numerous horror classics. His real-life experience as a World War II special forces soldier gave him unique insight into portraying these deaths realistically. Director Peter Jackson of The Lord of the Rings once highlighted Lee's valuable advice on creating authentic on-screen fatalities. Sean Bean and Other On-Screen Death Aficionados Sean Bean, famed for his on-screen deaths , has met his demise in 25 films—far fewer than some of his peers. His notable roles in Game of Thrones, The Lord of the Rings, and Patriot Games have contributed to his infamous reputation. British actor John Hurt follows closely with 43 deaths, while Vincent Price and Dennis Hopper top the list with 48 each. Horror legends Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi also make the cut, with 42 and 36 on-screen deaths, respectively. Modern-Day Death Masters In the realm of modern actors, Danny Trejo holds the top spot with 41 on-screen deaths. Other notable names follow, including Mark Hamill with 30, Mickey Rourke with 28, and Gary Oldman with 24. Willem Dafoe has 23, Bruce Willis 22, while Anthony Hopkins, Samuel L. Jackson , Robert De Niro, and Liam Neeson each have 19. Best Hindi Movies | Best Tamil Movies | Best Telugu Movies | Best english Movies | Best Malayalam Movies |
Hindustan Times
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Not Pedro Pascal, Sean Bean, Robert de Niro; this Hollywood legend has most on-screen deaths, 'died' 70 times in films
The latest episode of HBO's The Last of Us featured a gruesome death. Joel Miller, played by Pedro Pascal, met his end at the hands of Abby (Kaitlyn Dever). The devastating death had many comparing it to Pedro's most brutal on-screen death (from Game of Thrones). Many even wondered if Pedro is the 'new Sean Bean' - the man infamous for dying on screen in almost every show or film. But neither Pedro nor Sean compares with one Hollywood legend when it comes to dying on screen. After all, he did so 70 times over the course of his career. The late Christopher Lee had a film career that spanned over six decades. In this time, the actor appeared in over 200 films and quite impressively, saw his character being killed off in over a third of those. According to IMDb, Christopher Lee saw his character die on-screen 70 times over the course of his career. This includes several roles, such as Dracula (a role he immortalised in over a dozen films), alongside other memorable villains in The Curse of Frankenstein, The Man with the Golden Gun, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, and Star Wars Episode III. He played iconic villains in Bond films, the Star Wars universe, and scores of horror films. Due to his expertise as a special forces soldier in World War II, Lee often advised how to portray these deaths realistically, as LOTR director Peter Jackson once mentioned. Sean Bean, the man known to 'die in every role', has 'only' 25 on-screen deaths, a much lower count. He has gained significance because of the high-profile nature of some of these roles, including Game of Thrones, The Lord of the Rings, and Patriot Games. Another British thespian, John Hurt, is also high on the list with 43 deaths. But both Vincent Price and Dennis Hopper are ahead of him with 48 deaths each. Golden era horror icons Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi also feature in the 'merit list' with 42 and 36 deaths, respectively. Among modern-day stalwarts, Danny Trejo leads the field with 41 deaths, which also includes Mark Hamill (30), Mickey Rourke (28), Gary Oldman (24), Willem Dafoe (23), Bruce Willis (22), Anthony Hopkins (21), Samuel L Jackson (20), and Robert de Niro and Liam Neeson (both 19).
