#mansuang edit

[ahdriking]

Khem meet Wichien for the first time

- Mansuang (2023)

[lorddio]

Back to Beginning - Mansuang

[luciphoenix]

“In all chaos there is a cosmos, in all disorder a secret order.” | Carl Jung

MileApo x CHIC

[heaven-is-in-your-arms-series]

https://x.com/mileapo555tyle/status/1764541753376514474?t=tpBJRpO_tHHfB6j-BpHdMg&s=09

Lovely ChatKhem edit 😊

[camilleisdrawing]

Staying here is more dignified

than wandering outside.

edit: [ ID: Tubtim from the movie ManSuang (2023) on Netflix is wearing sheer mourning white clothes with a white malai/wreath of flowers holding her hair half up and delicate white pearl and lace accessories adorning her neck and torso. She is in the middle of helping Mae Kru arrange white flowers in a vase. She is looking at the outside world with indignance. End ID. ]

[nattaphum]

A few updates on Man Suang

Editing is done ✅

Final sound of the trailer is done ✅

About the soundtrack:

Pond posted this story (translated by google on the right):

Ohm is this artist that Apo met 2 months ago:

Today Pond and Bible did a live with him on IG and he let them hear the demo of the soundtrack of Man Suang for the first time:

Ohm said that the demo is finished, but the music is not 100% complete because it requires a lot of musical instruments.

Bible said that it sounds very majestic. Pond said that it fits the city of Mansuang and many people's lives of that time. Ohm said that there will be a MV.

Apo talked about the Man Suang’s project for all fanartists (with eng subs):

Tong, Bas, Nodt and Pong went to the launch of SONG WAT GUIDEBOOK on June 16.

Song Wat is an area of Bangkok with a great historical value. The name "Song Wat" translates to "drawing by the king". In fact, it was built by King Rama V; the Siamese government wanted to expand the roads and public utilities to a wider area and King Rama V wrote the line of the area with a pencil on the map by himself (source).

The project of Man Suang x Song Wat is still unknown!

[syrena-del-mar]

I haven’t seen anyone mention it here on Tumblr but interestingly enough, the writer for Playboyy is the same writer for Only Friends (and part of the writing team for Mansuang).

It’s going to be interesting what the audience reception is like for both series, since Playboyy has already seen quite a bit of pushback for being “porn” adjacent even before the first trailer was released and Only Friends’ reception has generally been a lot more positive. If what the writer says holds true, Playboyy is going to be delving into a lot of real topics that surround the gay community in Thailand. I think it’s important to note that the production team even worked with Rainbow Sky Association of Thailand.

My main worry with Only Friends is the turn around for this show. They only just wrapped a couple weeks ago and it’ll already be airing in two weeks. I’m hoping the editing of this show does the script justice because it seems to be a convoluted story. This happened with Never Let Me Go (which had a lot less characters), and though I personally loved that show, even I was aware of the choppy editing that was a result of the fast turnaround for the project.

Anyways, it’s definitely going to be a very ‘hot’ season, but more than that, I’m looking forward to the conversations that will start with both of them, especially since they’ll both be airing around the same time.

[benchofindigo]

Initial thoughts on first watch of Mansuang:

Standout performance for me was Tong as Hong. By the end of it his parts were the only ones that made me feel any real emotion.

Honestly, was kind of disappointed. The writing, directing, and editing were... not the greatest. Pace was all off and moments that should have been emotional fell flat. There were too many coincidences that got characters to discover information and characters trusted or told each other things without proper development or reasoning. A whole lot of telling instead of showing.

The premise of the missing document was weak and not engaging. As my one of screenwriting teachers said focus on the story not the business/paperwork and that document was definitely the later in this case. And by the end as they said, it didn’t matter anymore.

It's especially frustrating as this movie focused more on plot rather than character which is a huge reason this movie fell flat for me. All the actors did a really good job but the writing didn't give them the needed depth and relationship connections to make me feel anything. And when you add a convoluted plot to the mix it becomes tiresome to watch as you are trying to figure out what's happening and who is doing what but you don't really care because none of the characters feel like real people. I'm not one of those people that just because an actor I like is playing a part automatically means I like their character. Yeah no you have to give me a reason to and this movie didn't do that. (Though tbf that 2 second shot of Nodt playing the piano my beloved 🤩).

Again I want to say this is not a criticism of the actors!! They all did their jobs well. I can literally point out cases where it's the editing, direction, and writing that made emotional scenes fall flat for me. For example Khem crying while taking off his makeup... Apo did a great job but there were way too many quick cuts, the scene before where he gets berated is awkwardly slot in, and there was no time to breath to let that emotional scene play out. I should have been near tears but I felt nothing.

Also for a movie that did a lot of promotion on the Thai dance aspect... there wasn't really a lot of that 😕 tbh I felt more emotion out of that single behind the scenes long shot of Apo dancing we got awhile ago than any of the dance scenes in the movie. This movie really did not do the dance part justice.

[ahdriking]

"I love dancing. Every time I dance, I feel an elegant aura exuding from me. I feel proud of myself. But no matter how good I am, how much hard work I put in, all people want from me is just my body. My pretty outer shell. That's it."

- Mansuang (2023)

[luciphoenix]

Mile Phakphum

[luciphoenix]

Apo Nattawin Wattanagitiphat as Khem | ManSuang 2023

[heaven-is-in-your-arms-series]

https://x.com/apotae_/status/1764836712574779872?t=rxPPMxkSg8ARhJI39LeyYg&s=09

Beautiful, deliciously angsty Khem edit ❤️

[nattaphum]

Man Suang latest updates

On the 1st of August, Mile (and some other actors) were in the studio to edit some of the characters’ voices !

Aug 5 update:

New characters unveiled

On the left: 'Mae Tubtim' - played by Nonthakorn Chalermnai - is Man Suang's madam of female and male prostitutes. Many years ago, she was sold by a previous brothel to become the wife of an elderly noble. When her husband died, she inherited quite a lot of property. But she chose to live in Man Suang, where she felt safe and not looked down upon.

On the right: 'Mae Kru Phikun' - played by Ornanong Panyawong - serves as a trainer for a males court dance drama in ManSuang. She was a former dancer in the royal court during the previous reign. Her goal is to carry on the traditional performing arts. She earns admiration and respect even from Chao Sua Cheng.

On the left: 'Phraya Bodisorn' - played by Pradit Prasartthong - is a grand nobleman from the royal court. He is descended from a wealthy and powerful family, blessed with abundant influence, prestige, and an extensive network of connections. He is an unwavering conservative who is adamant that his beliefs are the epitome of correctness.

On the right: 'Phraya Wichiendej' - played by Gandhi Wasuvitchayagit - is from a new generation of Royal Navy aristocrats, smart, sharp-witted, and cunning. He employs these abilities to carve out his place in society and assert his influence.

On the left: 'Chao Sua Cheng' - played by Chartchai Ketnust - is an Overseas Chinese who owns ManSuang. He is ambitious, foresighted, and is welcome to explore new things. Despite his strong determination, he possesses a compassionate nature and holds his friends dear.

In the middle: 'Khun Sutin Borirak' - played by Sonny Chatwiriyachai - is a civil servant of mixed Chinese heritage who prefers to serve in the government rather than pursue business endeavors. He tries to prove himself to both his family and his wife.

On the right: 'Tiang' - played by Saifah​ Tanthana​ - is the trusted right-hand of Chao Sua Cheng. The only son of a sworn brother who once jointly operated a liquor business. When Tiang's father passed away, Cheng embraced him like an adopted child and placed immense trust in him, allowing him to assist in managing all affairs.

'Hong' - played by Tong Thanayut Thakoonauttaya - is the only heir of Cheng, the influential ruler of ManSuang. Therefore, whether willingly or unwillingly, it is his job to inherit the father's deeds and authority.

'Wan' - played by Bas Asavapatr Ponpiboon - is an orphaned commoner from a rural province like Khem. He’s trustworthy, kind, and a cherished friend to Khem. He sees Khem as his only family and places immense trust in him. He sincerely admires everything Khem does, including dancing, despite his own limited abilities in comparison.

the cover of one of the songs from the Man Suang soundtrack is out!!!

The song’s name is HIDDEN (เร้น) by Cocktail Band

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