The Purple Kingdom
"A tribal woman of the suppressed Karen mountain people is looking for her disappeared husband"
Originally released in 2016. The Purple Kingdom is a feature film. directed by Pimpaka Towira. At just 31 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Pinnapa Preuksapan, Koei Memi, and Terhe Preuksapan
Synopsis
Inspired by the case of enforced disappearance of an ethnic Karen activist Porlajee Rakchongcharoen (a.k.a. Billy) who went missing in Thailand near Kaeng Krachan National Park in Petchaburi province, 100 miles (161 km) south of Bangkok. Park authorities arrested the Karen activist on April 17, 2014 for possessing a wild honeycomb and six bottles of wild honey but released him after giving a warning. He disappeared shortly afterward.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- TH
Production Companies
- Extra Virgin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Purple Kingdom about?
Inspired by the case of enforced disappearance of an ethnic Karen activist Porlajee Rakchongcharoen (a.k.a. Billy) who went missing in Thailand near Kaeng Krachan National Park in Petchaburi provin...
Who directed The Purple Kingdom?
The Purple Kingdom was directed by Pimpaka Towira.
How long is The Purple Kingdom?
The Purple Kingdom has a runtime of 0 hours and 31 minutes (31 minutes total).
When was The Purple Kingdom released?
The Purple Kingdom was released on January 1, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Purple Kingdom?
The main cast of The Purple Kingdom includes Pinnapa Preuksapan, Koei Memi, Terhe Preuksapan, Ohto Preuksapan, Heen Sasithorn.