The Maid 2014

The Maid 2014
The Maid 2014

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Americana: The Journal of American Popular Culture (1900-present), Fall 2010, Volume 9, Issue 2
https://americanpopularculture.com/journal/articles/fall_2010/pandey.htm

 

Anjali Pandey
Salisbury University


The Maid | 2014

1. Executive Summary The Maid is a 2014 Thai supernatural horror film directed by Sopon Sukdapisit. Produced by GTH (Gross Tai Happy), the film blends psychological thriller elements with traditional Thai ghost lore, specifically the vengeful spirit known as Phi Pop . Unlike many horror films that rely heavily on jump scares, The Maid focuses on atmosphere, repressed trauma, and the claustrophobic dynamics of a wealthy, dysfunctional family. The film was a commercial success in Thailand and received positive reviews for its cinematography, sound design, and lead performance. 2. Film Background & Credits | Aspect | Details | |------------|--------------| | Title | The Maid (Original Thai: เดอะเมด ) | | Director | Sopon Sukdapisit | | Screenplay | Sopon Sukdapisit, Sorarat Jirabovonwisut | | Producer | Jira Maligool, Vanridee Pongsittisak, Suwimon Techasupinan | | Production Company | GTH (Gross Tai Happy) | | Release Date | October 23, 2014 (Thailand) | | Runtime | 100 minutes | | Language | Thai | | Box Office | ~฿30 million (approx. $900,000 USD at the time) |

 
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