A man, driven by his desire for a multi-million dollar inheritance, begins to care for his terminally ill grandmother. However, winning her favor will not be an easy task and he is not the o... Read allA man, driven by his desire for a multi-million dollar inheritance, begins to care for his terminally ill grandmother. However, winning her favor will not be an easy task and he is not the only one with an eye on the money.A man, driven by his desire for a multi-million dollar inheritance, begins to care for his terminally ill grandmother. However, winning her favor will not be an easy task and he is not the only one with an eye on the money.
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If you're keen on learning about different cultures, this film offers a fascinating glimpse into Thai traditions and is definitely worth watching.
I'm neither Thai nor Chinese, but I like this movie. You don't have to relate to the story to find this movie interesting, but if you enjoy learning about other cultures, you will likely appreciate it.
It presents a striking contrast between Asian and Western values. In many Asian cultures, there's an expectation for children to inherit from their parents, even if the parents aren't wealthy. In contrast, Western children often strive for independence and aren't as concerned about inheriting their parents' assets if their parents aren't rich.
The film also highlights how Asian cultures tend to prioritize caring for elderly parents over placing them in nursing homes, which is a common practice in the West. The storyline revolves around a grandchild's desire to claim their grandmother's inheritance, and the resolution is compelling as the grandchild ultimately learns that money isn't everything.
Unlike many Thai films that feature beautiful, often Westernized actors or plastic surgery-enhanced faces, this film presents actors who are authentically Thai, with natural performances. The settings are refreshingly unpolished, depicting messy homes and crowded spaces that add to the film's realism rather than the often overly artistic settings of other Asian films.
The film is a drama with a somewhat slow plot, so watching it on Netflix in installments might be more enjoyable to avoid boredom. Overall, it's a poignant exploration of cultural values and family dynamics, offering a genuine portrayal of Thai life.
I'm neither Thai nor Chinese, but I like this movie. You don't have to relate to the story to find this movie interesting, but if you enjoy learning about other cultures, you will likely appreciate it.
It presents a striking contrast between Asian and Western values. In many Asian cultures, there's an expectation for children to inherit from their parents, even if the parents aren't wealthy. In contrast, Western children often strive for independence and aren't as concerned about inheriting their parents' assets if their parents aren't rich.
The film also highlights how Asian cultures tend to prioritize caring for elderly parents over placing them in nursing homes, which is a common practice in the West. The storyline revolves around a grandchild's desire to claim their grandmother's inheritance, and the resolution is compelling as the grandchild ultimately learns that money isn't everything.
Unlike many Thai films that feature beautiful, often Westernized actors or plastic surgery-enhanced faces, this film presents actors who are authentically Thai, with natural performances. The settings are refreshingly unpolished, depicting messy homes and crowded spaces that add to the film's realism rather than the often overly artistic settings of other Asian films.
The film is a drama with a somewhat slow plot, so watching it on Netflix in installments might be more enjoyable to avoid boredom. Overall, it's a poignant exploration of cultural values and family dynamics, offering a genuine portrayal of Thai life.
Initially, I watched this film to support actor Billkin. But, now I really like this film, be it the characters, story, production values and everything in it that supports the creation of this work.
M, with all his attitudes and ways of thinking which then lead to every conclusion and decision, really succeeds in presenting a character that is very relatable to most young people, especially for me who lives in an Asian family.
The story in this film has succeeded in reminding me that there are still many children and grandchildren who as they grow into adults have slowly made them forget how much they were once loved in their family. Likewise, the busy schedule outside the home and life with a new family has increasingly made them forget the importance of time spent with their parents.
It is important to remember that many more children and grandchildren actually distance themselves from their parents for various reasons, both consciously and unconsciously. Meanwhile, parents still remain in the same place, watching their children's growth, trying to accept their strengths and weaknesses and continuing to love them sincerely.
This film presents the story of a family with various turmoil within it. Without conflict with big fights, but only through the delivery of dialogue, simple scenes and the acting of each character has succeeded in making the audience enter the story and position themselves in the same position, perhaps with M, Amah, M's mother, Uncle Soei and Uncle Kiang.
Lastly, this is my first time writing a review about a film. I realize my incompetence in conveying thoughts and opinions but in the end I highly recommend to anyone to watch this film. Thank you.
M, with all his attitudes and ways of thinking which then lead to every conclusion and decision, really succeeds in presenting a character that is very relatable to most young people, especially for me who lives in an Asian family.
The story in this film has succeeded in reminding me that there are still many children and grandchildren who as they grow into adults have slowly made them forget how much they were once loved in their family. Likewise, the busy schedule outside the home and life with a new family has increasingly made them forget the importance of time spent with their parents.
It is important to remember that many more children and grandchildren actually distance themselves from their parents for various reasons, both consciously and unconsciously. Meanwhile, parents still remain in the same place, watching their children's growth, trying to accept their strengths and weaknesses and continuing to love them sincerely.
This film presents the story of a family with various turmoil within it. Without conflict with big fights, but only through the delivery of dialogue, simple scenes and the acting of each character has succeeded in making the audience enter the story and position themselves in the same position, perhaps with M, Amah, M's mother, Uncle Soei and Uncle Kiang.
Lastly, this is my first time writing a review about a film. I realize my incompetence in conveying thoughts and opinions but in the end I highly recommend to anyone to watch this film. Thank you.
It has been a while since I cried watching a movie. It depicts the nuances of familial relationships and mortality that I could highly relate to, surprisingly. The development of M's relationship with his grandmother was done beautifully. I enjoyed the quiet moments, the moments where they shared laughter and grew closer. I enjoyed the acting and cinematography so much, as well as the background music that accompanied the scenes. The story was written in such a way that imparted the importance of loving and caring for one's parents and relatives without being pretentious. I really liked the ending and it was nice to see that the whole family visited Ah Ma's grave during Qing Ming.
This could be the shortest review ever !
Epic
Actors : superb !
Director : superb
Story: superb!
GO SEE THIS FILM NOW !
Too complete the review : its a very touching story about a boy that lost his touch a little with his grandma.
When he hears she has not very long too live he makes a profound decision. He will live with her in her house. And helps her in her work struggles and with her disease.
Rest of the family also lost a little touch with her. But all is done with so much soul it affects your emotions a lot.
It is so ..... like everybody lives nowadays.
I will not tell any spoilers but go see this beautiful touching story.
Epic
Actors : superb !
Director : superb
Story: superb!
GO SEE THIS FILM NOW !
Too complete the review : its a very touching story about a boy that lost his touch a little with his grandma.
When he hears she has not very long too live he makes a profound decision. He will live with her in her house. And helps her in her work struggles and with her disease.
Rest of the family also lost a little touch with her. But all is done with so much soul it affects your emotions a lot.
It is so ..... like everybody lives nowadays.
I will not tell any spoilers but go see this beautiful touching story.
10ddmareo
How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies is easily one of the most hyped movies of May 2024, and let me tell you, it lives up to the buzz. I rarely give a perfect 10 to any movies, but this film is shaping up to be an exception.
The story's premise is straightforward, which could easily lead to a predictable and dull experience. However, this film demonstrates how simplicity, when executed flawlessly, can lead to perfection. It's refreshing to watch a story unfold naturally without relying on superfluos twists or turns. This allows viewers to fully engage with the characters and their journeys without feeling lost or, most importantly, bored.
One of the movie's greatest strengths is its relatability. Even though the story is fictional, the characters, particularly those within the Asian families, feel incredibly true to life. Their dynamics, conflicts, and expressions of love and frustration resonate deeply, especially for those familiar with the nuances of Asian households. The actors deserve immense credit for breathing life into these characters. Their performances, from the subtle facial expressions to the cadence of their everyday conversations, ground the film in a heartwarming authenticity.
The soundtrack also plays a crucial role in making How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies such a heartfelt experience. The music, while simple, is used masterfully. Carefully placed soundtracks underscore the emotional weight of key scenes, adding a layer of sadness without ever feeling overdone.
Overall, this film is shaping up to be a must-watch. It's a testament to the power of authentic storytelling, relatable characters, and a well-crafted soundtrack.
The story's premise is straightforward, which could easily lead to a predictable and dull experience. However, this film demonstrates how simplicity, when executed flawlessly, can lead to perfection. It's refreshing to watch a story unfold naturally without relying on superfluos twists or turns. This allows viewers to fully engage with the characters and their journeys without feeling lost or, most importantly, bored.
One of the movie's greatest strengths is its relatability. Even though the story is fictional, the characters, particularly those within the Asian families, feel incredibly true to life. Their dynamics, conflicts, and expressions of love and frustration resonate deeply, especially for those familiar with the nuances of Asian households. The actors deserve immense credit for breathing life into these characters. Their performances, from the subtle facial expressions to the cadence of their everyday conversations, ground the film in a heartwarming authenticity.
The soundtrack also plays a crucial role in making How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies such a heartfelt experience. The music, while simple, is used masterfully. Carefully placed soundtracks underscore the emotional weight of key scenes, adding a layer of sadness without ever feeling overdone.
Overall, this film is shaping up to be a must-watch. It's a testament to the power of authentic storytelling, relatable characters, and a well-crafted soundtrack.
Did you know
- TriviaThis is actually the film debut of Usa Semkhum, a 78-year-old housewife, who plays the role of Grandma Meng Ju.
- Crazy creditsThe credits don't start until the 12-minute mark.
- SoundtracksEver-Forever
Written by Jaitep Raroengjai
Sung by Puttiphong Assanatnakul
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Box office
- Gross US & Canada
- $303,772
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $115,457
- Sep 15, 2024
- Gross worldwide
- $5,952,771
- Runtime2 hours 5 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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