Thailand Film and Tourist Officials on the Rise of Thai Cinema, Global Productions and the Impact of ‘The White Lotus’

Sep 15, 2026 11:08am PT Thailand Film and Tourist Officials on the Rise of Thai Cinema, Global Productions and the Impact of ‘The White Lotus’

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Following a spike in popularity for Thailand’s film and TV industry, the country’s filmmakers and tourism officials want to make sure it lasts.

Nithee Seeprae, Cod Satrusayang, Raymond Phathanavirangoon and Banjong Pisanthanakun joined Variety at the Toronto International Film Festival to discuss Thailand’s growing presence in the global film industry, both in the original work of Thai filmmakers and the influx of international productions shooting across the country.

Thailand Film and Tourist Officials on the Rise of Thai Cinema, Global Productions and the Impact of ‘The White Lotus’

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