By the Time It Gets Dark

In this powerful and poignant drama, Anocha Suwichakornpong masterfully explores the complexities of memory and perspective through the story of a filmmaker's journey to document the 1976 Thammasat University massacre. As she delves deeper into her project, her own understanding of the event is shaken by a personal encounter with a survivor, leading to a profound reevaluation of her approach. With its nuanced exploration of trauma and identity, "By the Time It Gets Dark" is a thought-provoking and deeply humanist film that sheds light on one of Thailand's most painful histories.