Japan, Malaysia Films Conclude TK Park's Contemporary World Series
Special Report by Lekha Shankar The 2026 Contemporary World Film Series at TK Park (Thailand Knowledge Park) comes to an end this month with two dynamic films from Asia The first film, Sunset Sunrise from Japan, to be screened on Sunday 25 October, at TK Park in Bangkok. The film is set in a lush […]
Special report by Lekha Shankar: The 2026 Contemporary World Film Series at TK Park (Thailand Knowledge Park) is ending this month with two dynamic Asian films. The first, Japan's Sunset Sunrise, will be screened on Sunday, 25 October at TK Park in Bangkok. Set on a lush island, the film blends great visuals, humor, pathos and an underlying romance, with a strong focus on food that delights lovers of Japanese cuisine. Taking place during the COVID-19 pandemic, it follows a Tokyo office worker who relocates to a small town while working remotely. Its lead actors are well-known figures in Japanese cinema and have earned praise from audiences at festivals worldwide.
The screening is part of the Embassy of Japan's celebrations marking the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Thailand in 2027. A reception featuring Japanese food will follow the screening, and Japanese Ambassador Otaka Masato will deliver introductory remarks. The film is supported by the Embassy of Japan and the Japan Foundation.
The second film, Malaysia's Padu, will be shown on Saturday, 31 October as the year's closing film. This vibrant sports drama portrays passion, perseverance, diversity and the power of teamwork, inspired by the extraordinary journey of Malaysia's women's national basketball team. It follows their path to numerous gold medals at the Southeast Asian Games and offers an inspiring portrait of strong, empowered Malaysian women who learn to confront and overcome challenges on and off the court. The multi-ethnic team reflects Malaysia's rich cultural mosaic, making Padu a fitting finale.
A reception with Malaysian food will follow the screening, and Malaysian Ambassador Datuk Wan Zaidi Wan Abdullah will give introductory remarks. Throughout the year, TK Park's series has screened works from Nepal, India, Hungary and other countries, drawing packed audiences. Supported by participating embassies, the series began nearly a decade ago, paused for two years, then resumed. It has presented films from nearly every corner of the globe to full houses, proving that good stories are enjoyed by audiences everywhere, including Thailand.
For details on the October screenings, visit TK Park's Facebook page.
