Jan Dara: The Beginning 2012
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56 Reviews
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SplatJan, a young boy, grows up without a mother and is often insulted by his father. He struggles with his life as he longs to be with several women, even Madame Boonleung, his father's lover.
Videos & Photos
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cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Jan Dara
as Ken Krathingthong
as Luang Wissanandacha
as Aunt Waad
as Dara / Hyacinth
as Lady Pijitruksa
as Miss Kaew
as Mrs. Boonlueang
as Mr. Khachon
as Poom
Director:
Writer:
Utsana Phleungtham, Pundhevanop Dhewakul
Stars:
Mario Maurer, Chaiyapol Poupart, Sakrat Ruekthamrong, Bongkoj Khongmalai, Savika Chaiyadej, Rudklao Amratisha, Shou Nishino, Rhatha Phongam, Nut Devahastin Na Ayutthaya, Chudapha Chantakett,
Genres:
Drama,Romance
Release Date:
2012 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
136 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Jan Dara: The Beginning
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
Cast
as Jan Dara
as Ken Krathingthong
as Luang Wissanandacha
as Aunt Waad
as Dara / Hyacinth
as Lady Pijitruksa
as Miss Kaew
as Mrs. Boonlueang
as Mr. Khachon
as Poom
as H.R.H. Prince
as Prince
as Hyacinth's Father
as Pol. SubLt. Rueangyot
as Chom
as Som Jook
as Traditional Doctor
as Jan Dara (age 10)
as Ken Krathingthong (age 11)
as Kaew (age 8)
as Jan Dara (age 5)
as Bunarg
as Saisoi
as To
as Tai
as Chom
as Ken's Woman
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