
Jan Dara
Asia's erotic phenomenon!
Directed by Nonzee Nimibutr
Produced by Tai Entertainment, Applause Pictures
A dark, sexually charged family drama set in 1930s Siam that explores how desire and trauma shape a cursed boy's coming of age.
Jan is a boy growing up in 1930s Siam in a wealthy, dysfunctional family where sex has a huge impact on everyone's lives. Jan is viewed by his father as cursed, since his mother died giving birth to him.
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Is Jan Dara sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.
Does Jan Dara end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 91% of films.
Is Jan Dara scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
Is Jan Dara easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is Jan Dara violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Jan Dara
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Jan Dara
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Jan Dara, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Jan Dara, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Jan Dara, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































