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Pee Nak, released in 2019, is a Thai horror-comedy film directed by Phontharis Chotkijsadarsopon. The story follows the lives of three friends, Vong (Chinawut Indracusin), Fan (Chutima Naina), and Pee (Vachiravit Paisarnkulwong), who decide to become monks and reside in a local monastery located deep in the forest. However, their peaceful stay is soon interrupted when they discover that the monastery is haunted by three ghosts - Nang Nak, her husband, and their unborn child. The trio is shocked and scared to know that they are living among these restless spirits. Despite the peculiar happenings, they decide to stay.

Vong, Fan, and Pee become somewhat comfortable with their new surroundings and start to make the best of it. However, things take a spooky turn when Pee, unknowingly becomes pregnant with one of the ghost's unborn children. Though initially, they always ran away from the ghosts when they appeared, things get worse when Pee finds herself possessed by one of the ghosts.

From this point on, the movie takes us on an intriguing yet hilarious journey where the three friends try to figure out a way to exorcize the restless spirits from the monastery while also keeping Pee safe from the ghost that's taken hold of her.

The performances by all three leads are outstanding, particularly that of Chinawut Indracusin, who succeeds in eliciting laughter in the midst of a horror film. Overall, the movie stands out for its impressive cinematography, good acting, well-written characters, and unique storyline, which sets it apart from other Thai horror films.

One of the central themes that run throughout the movie is how important friendship and community are in times of uncertainty. The movie depicts how these three friends band together, even with terrifying challenges, and work to solve the mystery of the monastery together. It's this theme of camaraderie that, coupled with the film's horror and comedy elements, lends Pee Nak an enjoyable and cohesive atmosphere.

The movie also touches on the topic of superstition in Thai culture, particularly the belief in ghosts and the supernatural. The movie represents various beliefs and customs that are native to Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries. The use of dialogue and traditional folklore adds an even greater level of authenticity to the film, and the film was well received by audiences for its effective use of Thai lore in portraying the events onscreen.

Pee Nak features impressive jump scares and spooky sound effects that will give viewers goosebumps. However, what sets it apart is its comedy element, which is perfectly blended with horror without taking away from the film's eeriness.

In conclusion, Pee Nak is a must-watch for those who appreciate a good horror-comedy movie. Its thoughtful characters, well-crafted storyline, impressive visuals, and unique blend of comedy and horror make for an engaging cinematic experience. Ultimately, Pee Nak is a delightful addition to the horror-comedy genre, and a definite must-see for all Thai horror enthusiasts.

Pee Nak is a 2019 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 49 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.7.