'A Conversation with the Sun' VR Experience to Debut at One Bangkok Forum

Bangkok’s burgeoning art scene is taking a bold step forward with the debut of Apichatpong Weerasethakul’s latest immersive project, "A Conversation with the Sun," premiering at the One Bangkok Forum from Jan. 24 to Feb. 2, 2025.
The acclaimed Thai filmmaker — best known for his Cannes Film Festival Palme d'Or-winning film “Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives” — is renowned for pushing cinematic boundaries. Now he is entering a new realm, blending virtual reality, moving pictures, and performance art to create an introspective, sensory experience.
Presented as part of the 7th Bangkok Experimental Film Festival, “A Conversation with the Sun” invites viewers to explore the ephemeral nature of existence through light, memory, and the cycles of life.

Supported by CHANEL, the project reflects the brand’s ongoing commitment to championing the arts and culture scene in Thailand by collaborating with visionary artists like Apichatpong and previously, Korakrit Arunanondchai.
"A Conversation with the Sun" encourages participants to step beyond the physical world, bringing together a powerhouse of artistic collaborators, making it a truly cross-disciplinary masterpiece.
Among them is Ryuichi Sakamoto, the legendary composer whose haunting soundscapes set the emotional tone for the piece. Joining him in the piece is the Japanese digital artist Katsuya Taniguchi, who crafts striking VR landscapes, merging shadow, light, and movement to elevate the experience into something both immersive and otherworldly.
Location: One Bangkok Forum, Wireless Road, Lumphini, Patumwan, Bangkok
For more information, visit One Bangkok on their website and Facebook.
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