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2017104 minPGdocumentary

4.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Homogeneous, Empty Time

2017104 minPGdocumentary

4.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Military cadets and students from a Christian boarding school in Thailand articulate their views on politics and religion, reflecting nationalist ideologies and a strong belief in the monarchy.

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Thunska Pansittivorakul,

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Military cadets and students from a Christian boarding school in Thailand articulate their views on politics and religion, reflecting nationalist ideologies and a strong belief in the monarchy.

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Thunska Pansittivorakul

Thunska Pansittivorakuldirector

Harit Srikhaodirector

Jürgen Brüning

Jürgen Brüningcast

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Military cadets and students from a Christian boarding school in Thailand express their views on politics and religion. They represent different perspectives but share a strong belief in the monarchy. The documentary, directed by Thunska Pansittivorakul, investigates the roots of nationalist ideologies during periods referred to as "empty time." It examines how these beliefs are formed and their impact on Thai society. The film runs for 104 minutes and was released in 2017.

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