Experience the best of contemporary German cinema at KinoFest 2024, the Goethe-Institut’s flagship festival celebrating German film in Southeast Asia. This year, KinoFest embarks on an extensive tour across Thailand, hosting screenings in six cities, including enchanting outdoor venues.
Running from 5 to 17 November, film lovers in Bangkok, Nakhon Pathom, Hat Yai, Chiang Mai, Phayao, Phitsanulok, and Nakhon Ratchasima can immerse themselves in a curated selection of new German films.
Curated by acclaimed Indonesian film curator Lisabona Rahman, this year’s lineup includes standout films from the Berlinale and other prestigious festivals. Rahman’s careful curation promises a showcase of Germany’s latest storytelling, spanning diverse genres and perspectives.
The festival opens with the 2023 film “Die Theorie von Allem” (The Theory of Everything), directed by Timm Kröger. Set in 1962, this drama-thriller unfolds at a prestigious physics congress high in the Swiss Alps, where leading minds gather to explore a groundbreaking “Theory of Everything.” Yet, unsettling mysteries soon disrupt their intellectual pursuits. This atmospheric thriller, shot in stunning black-and-white, takes audiences on a suspenseful journey into the enigmatic realm of quantum mechanics.
KinoFest 2024 offers a diverse lineup of thought-provoking films and engaging events.
One highlight is “Tech Tales Youth,” a collection of eight short films directed by young “Digital Natives,” showcasing narrative fiction, documentary, and animation to advocate for digital rights. Following the screening on 6 November, audiences can participate in a Q&A with three Thai directors.
The festival also features “The Glory of Life,” a 1920s drama-romance that tells a true story of forbidden love amidst social turmoil, with screenings on 6 and 13 November.
Other notable films include “Dancing Heartbeat,” a documentary exploring identity and artistry; “The Odyssey,” an animated drama about exile; and “FRANKY FIVE STAR,” a quirky comedy-drama about self-acceptance. Lastly, “She Chef” highlights the culinary journey of a rising female chef in Austria. With its rich array of narratives and themes, KinoFest 2024 promises to be a memorable celebration of contemporary cinema.
KinoFest 2024 Schedule & Screening Venues Across Thailand
Explore an immersive selection of German cinema at carefully curated venues throughout Thailand. KinoFest 2024 promises diverse cinematic experiences across a range of dynamic settings:
Bangkok
- Goethe-Institut Thailand: 5 – 7 November 2024
- Doc Club & Pub: 8 – 17 November 2024
- River City Bangkok: 9 – 17 November 2024
Salaya, Nakhon Pathom
- Thai Film Archive: 8 – 10 November 2024
Hat Yai, Song Khla
- Hat Yai want 2 see: 9 – 10 November 2024
Phitsanulok
- June Art Home: 6 – 14 November 2024
Chiang Mai
- Dude, Movie: 8 – 10 November 2024
Phayao
- Muang Thong Rama: 16 – 17 November 2024
Nakhon Ratchasima
- Cinema will never die: 6 – 7 November 2024
Join KinoFest to celebrate the latest in German cinema in a city near you.
For more information about KinoFest 2024, including the full lineup, screening times, and venues, please visit the KinoFest 2024 web page.
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