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9 Temples to Heaven

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After a fortune teller warns him that his elderly mother may die soon, Sakol (63) sets out on a one-day pilgrimage to nine temples as a remedy. Just two weeks before her birthday, he brings his ailing mother, along with his wife, brother, sister, and children, on the trip amid the splendor of Thai architecture. From temple to temple, the nine family members are forced to bridge their clashes, while the grandmother grows physically and mentally weary.

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Anzhe Zhang Slant Magazine Sep 22, 2026
3/4
Sompot Chidgasornpongse’s film takes a slice-of-life approach to its storytelling as it explores themes of generational differences, superstition, and faith in Thailand. Go to Full Review Giovanni Marchini Camia Sight & Sound Jun 8, 2026
The specificities of Thai culture and the universality of family dynamics fluidly come together, turning a journey that spans but a few diegetic hours into a philosophical odyssey. Go to Full Review Dustin Chang ScreenAnarchy 10 hrs ago
A great debut of a promising filmmaker. Go to Full Review William Stottor Loud and Clear Reviews Jul 10, 2026
4/5
9 Temples to Heaven, the feature film directorial debut from Sompot Chidgasornpongse, is a carefully paced rumination on death and spiritualism. Go to Full Review Carson Timar ButteredPopcorn May 27, 2026
9 Temples from Heaven is a powerful family drama that is sure to have many wiping away tears by the end. Go to Full Review Jara Yáñez Caimán Cuadernos de Cine May 26, 2026
The most powerful aspect of Chidgasornpongse's film is its unique interplay with cinematic language in a seemingly naturalistic, observational style, characterized by moments of stillness... [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Sompot Chidgasornpongse

Director

Amara Ramnarong

Actor

Surachai Ningsanond

Actor

Jirawut Chiwaruck

Actor

Yaneenan Jiraphatjittrin

Actor

Klaichan Phunman

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Movie Info

Synopsis After a fortune teller warns him that his elderly mother may die soon, Sakol (63) sets out on a one-day pilgrimage to nine temples as a remedy. Just two weeks before her birthday, he brings his ailing mother, along with his wife, brother, sister, and children, on the trip amid the splendor of Thai architecture. From temple to temple, the nine family members are forced to bridge their clashes, while the grandmother grows physically and mentally weary.
Director
Sompot Chidgasornpongse
Producer
Apichatpong Weerasethakul, Kissada Kamyoung
Screenwriter
Sompot Chidgasornpongse
Production Co
Kick the Machine Films, E&W Films, Petit Chaos, Needle in the Haystack
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Thai
Runtime
2h 20m
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