Nak (2009 Film)

Nak is a 2009 Thai animated feature film directed by Natthaphong Ratanachoksirikul. The film explores a narrative centered on traditional Thai ghost legends, reimagining these figures as characters who have retired to the countryside to seek a peaceful existence.

Plot

The story follows a group of ghosts who, weary of their haunting duties, attempt to live quietly. The plot is set in motion when a young boy is abducted at a temple fair by a malevolent entity intending to use him for world domination. The protagonist, Nak, along with her companions, joins forces with the boy's sister to rescue him from the ghost king.

Production and Release

The film was written by Saenee Jitsuwanwattana and features cinematography by the director, Natthaphong Ratanachoksirikul. With a runtime of 95 minutes, the production was released in 2009. It was showcased at the 38th International Film Festival Rotterdam in early 2009 as part of the Signals: Hungry Ghosts program.