The EU Film Festival 2023 under the theme ‘Bridging Cultures’ is set to welcome the public to experience 18 European films selected by 16 EU Member States Embassies and Cultural Institutions in Thailand as well as the Embassy of Ukraine in Thailand from 14 – 30 November 2023 in Bangkok.

With nearly three decades of providing rare opportunity for Thai audiences to view some of Europe's best films all free of charge, the festival is an annual showcase of the best of contemporary cinema produced in the European Union.

Ms. Sara Rezoagli, Acting Ambassador of the European Union to Thailand, delivered an opening remarks stating, “We are delighted to resume the tradition of presenting European cinema in Thailand for yet another year. European films, in particular, are renowned for their unique aesthetics and remarkable ability to reflect profound stories through artistic expression. The EU recognises this as a powerful and timeless medium to spark meaningful cultural dialogues between the EU and Thailand as well as present the European film industry in the country.

Over 100 guests, including members of the diplomatic corps, representatives from the Royal Thai Government, prominent figures in the arts, films, and culture scene, as well as Thai and European business leaders, academia, civil society and film enthusiasts attended the opening reception and screening of 2019 film, ‘Gods of Molenbeek’ co-produced by Belgium, Finland and Germany. 

In this year's EU Film Festival, the Delegation of the EU to Thailand collaborated with 16 EU Member States Embassies and Cultural Institutions in Thailand including the Embassies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France and Alliance Française, Germany and Goethe Institute, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Romania, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden. This year, the Embassy of Ukraine in Thailand was also invited to participate, signifying the EU's solidarity with Ukraine and its people.

Together, they selected 18 European films which showcase Europe's diversity and creativity. Some of these films have received high acclaim and have been featured at prestigious European and international film festivals. Each film will be screened with Thai and/or English subtitles.

In addition to House Samyan, two screenings will also take place at Alliance Française Bangkok and the Embassy of Netherlands. For more information on the festival programme and screening details, please visit https://www.facebook.com/EUinThailand.

Advance tickets can be booked through TicketMelon. For the screening at Alliance Française Bangkok please book at this link and the Embassy of Netherlands at this link.