(According to Reddit): Its a mix of ash, rust and a few other bits and bobs depending on which tradition is followed.
It used to be a common "hiso" type fashion to rub your teeth with various blackening agents, and it became very common across most of Asia, said to prevent tooth decay.
In Pee Mak, its mostly there to add to the silliness, but this is something that older Thai folks still remember parents / grandparents doing it.
It can also be a side effect of chewing Beetel nut (a carcinogenic substance, used by older generations in various countries).
It used to be a common "hiso" type fashion to rub your teeth with various blackening agents, and it became very common across most of Asia, said to prevent tooth decay.
In Pee Mak, its mostly there to add to the silliness, but this is something that older Thai folks still remember parents / grandparents doing it.
It can also be a side effect of chewing Beetel nut (a carcinogenic substance, used by older generations in various countries).
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- How long is Pee Mak?1 hour and 55 minutes
- When was Pee Mak released?March 28, 2013
- What is the IMDb rating of Pee Mak?7.2 out of 10
- Who stars in Pee Mak?
- Who wrote Pee Mak?
- Who directed Pee Mak?
- Who was the composer for Pee Mak?
- Who was the producer of Pee Mak?
- Who was the executive producer of Pee Mak?
- Who was the cinematographer for Pee Mak?Narupon Sohkkanapituk
- Who was the editor of Pee Mak?Tummarut Sumetsuppasok
- Who are the characters in Pee Mak?Mak and Nak
- What is the plot of Pee Mak?After serving in the war, Mak invites his four soldier friends to his home. Upon arrival they witness the village terrified of a ghost. The four friends hear rumors that the ghost is Mak's wife Nak. Based on Thai folklore.
- How much did Pee Mak earn at the worldwide box office?$20.9 million
- How much did Pee Mak earn at the US box office?$18.2 million
- What is Pee Mak rated?U 13+
- What genre is Pee Mak?Comedy, Horror, Romance, Romantic Comedy, and War
- How many awards has Pee Mak won?2 awards
- How many awards has Pee Mak been nominated for?17 nominations
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