Kongkiat Komesiri
Kongkiat KOMESIRI (1975, Thailand) is a renowned Thai screenwriter and film director known for gritty, socially-conscious action films. He studied at the Faculty of Mass Communications at Bangkok University. After writing on hits like Art of the Devil (2004), Komesiri’s directorial breakout was Slice (2009), which won multiple Best Director awards, including Thailand’s top such honour. Subsequent works like The Gangster (2012), the Khun Pan trilogy (2016–2023), KinnPorsche: The Series (2022) and Netflix’s Bangkok Breaking (2021) showcased versatility, resonating with local audiences. Komesiri’s rich storytelling and bold cinematic style cement his status as one of Thailand’s most acclaimed contemporary filmmakers. With accolades spanning top Thai awards, he continues pushing boundaries, delivering powerful, culturally-relevant narratives captivating global audiences.
Filmography
Kunpan: Legend of the Warlord (2002), Sema: The Warrior of Ayodhaya (2003), Art of the Devil 2 (2005), Muay Thai Chaiya (2007), Art of the Devil 3 (2008), Slice (2009), The 4 Movie (2011), The Gangster (2012), Take Me Home (2016), Khun Pan (2016), Pay It Forward (2017), Khun Pan 2 (2018), Khun Phaen Begins (2019), Khun Pan 3 (2023), Operation Undead (2024)
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Kongkiat Komesiri at IFFR
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Operation Undead
Sentient zombies hold a mirror to ruling-class warmongers in a hair-raising, antiwar historical thriller.
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Art of the Devil 3
The best and most intense horror films come from Thailand and this is full-blooded, even by Thai standards. If you can take it, this is where to be
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The Unseeable
A fine old-fashioned horror film, but made by a refined and trendy Thai director. A respectable ghost house and several formidable actresses invoke
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Slice
In Thailand, a serial killer leaves a trace of gruesome discoveries. Inspector Chin can’t find the culprit and calls in the help of a former