New movies out this week: Nov 5-11

12 new releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.

The Cat In The Hat

Directed by Alessandro Carloni and Erica Rivinoja.

Who’s in it?

The voices of Bill Hader, Xochitl Gomez and Tiago Martinez.

What’s it about?

Meet the Cat in the Hat you don't know in an all-new, epic adventure where mischief, magic and mayhem reign supreme.

Why watch it?

Hader had previously played the Cat in the Hat in “Bill Hader/Hozier” (2014).

Katoey Thai Baan: Viral Apocalypse (Tootsie Doomsday)

Directed by Likit Ruangnong.

Who’s in it?

Denkhun Ngamnet, Apaporn Nakornsawan, Phutharit Prombandal, Nichapa Sinjan, Souksavanh Lokhavant, Jitchareeya Boontam, Pipat Janthip, Patteerat Laemluang and Petch Kamutmas.

What’s it about?

A global crisis breaks out when the "Tootsie Virus" spreads, forcing men everywhere to fall in love with each other and causing a massive shortage of straight men and intertwining three chaotic, culturally rich storylines.

Why watch it?

A high-concept rural comedy set in Isan.

The Mage

Directed by Danny Pang and Oxide Chun Pang.

Who’s in it?

Josie Ho, Carlos Chan and German Cheung.

What’s it about?

A series of deaths suddenly occurs in the city. Police officer Wong Ming realises that at the scene of each death, there is the figure of a woman who collects garbage. In the course of investigation, Wong discovers that this woman, Lan Pui Ching, has the mysterious ability to collect the souls of the accidental deaths from the garbage and help these souls to enter the reincarnation. This all started with a story that happened to her 13 years ago. Meanwhile, the murders continue to happen. Lan Pui Ching deduces that these murders are related to a mysterious cult ritual, and she and Wong Ming will be the next victims of this ritual. Wong Ming decides to cooperate with Lan Pui Ching to find out the mastermind behind the scene.

Why watch it?

Referenced in “The Popcorn Show”.

Ramayana: Rise Of A Legend

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari.

Who’s in it?

Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi.

What’s it about?

An ancient epic follows a young prince and princess whose marriage and subsequent exile mark the beginning of a legendary journey. Their story of love, duty and destiny sets the stage for greater challenges ahead.

Why watch it?

This is the first time A.R.Rahman and Hans Zimmer came together for a project.

Eiga Meitantei Purikyua! Fushigi na Niwa to Futari no Himitsu (Star Detective Precure!: The Mysterious Garden And The Pair's Secret)

Directed by Hanako Ueda.

Who’s in it?

The voices of Hikari Senga, Kaede Hondo and Nao Toyama.

What’s it about?

One day, a rumour is spread around the town about an "X Mark Incident". When something valuable is marked with an X, it stops working or becomes unusable, causing trouble for everyone. Anna and her friends investigate this "X Mark Incident", a fairy client known as Rein appears.

Why watch it?

Hanako Ueda's directorial debut.

Premieres on Nov 7

Stray Kids World Tour 'Run It' Live Viewing

Who’s in it?

Stray Kids.

What’s it about?

Follows Stray Kids presenting a live broadcast from Tokyo Dome, capturing their world tour with explosive choreography, powerhouse vocals and spectacular production design.

Yoasobi 5th Anniversary Dome Live 2024 Surrealism

Directed by Noboru Eto.

Who’s in it?

Yoasobi.

What’s it about?

The complete live audio recording from Tokyo Dome. The concert starts with the opening video, which is interspersed with footage from Yoasobi's past live performances, accompanied by an ominous sound effect overlaid with the announcement "Welcome to the surreal world".

Why watch it?

According to the duo, the tour title, meaning "surrealism", reflects on "the five years that have passed, and embodies the current Yoasobi that has emerged during that time.

Yorushika Live Plagiarism

Directed by Tetsuro Inagaki.

Who’s in it?

Yorushika.

What’s it about?

A conceptual live performance and concert film by the Japanese rock duo Yorushika.

Why watch it?

The performance is built around the narrative and philosophical theme of "plagiarism", weaving together spoken-word/readings by n-buna with emotional musical performances by suis.

Mrs. Green Apple: Mga Magical 10 Years Anniversary Live 〜Fjord〜

Directed by Tetsuro Inagaki.

Who’s in it?

Mrs. Green Apple

What’s it about?

Concert film on their 10th anniversary with their largest-scale outdoor live event.

Why watch it?

A massive open-air stage featuring artificial mountain peaks, harbour views, a large-scale drone show forming the band's logo and a fireworks display.

Mrs. Green Apple: Mga Magical 10 Years Documentary Film ～The Origin～

Directed by Keisuke Toyoshima.

Who’s in it?

Mrs. Green Apple.

What’s it about?

The band's first feature-length documentary film to celebrate their 10th anniversary.

Why watch it?

Captures 300 days of the band's history, exploring their creative process, musical journey and the true nature behind the popular J-rock group.

Perfume “Cold Sleep” 25 Years Document

Directed by Taketoshi Sado.

Who’s in it?

Perfume (a-chan, Kashiyuka and Nocchi).

What’s it about?

A documentary celebrating the Japanese pop group Perfume as they mark their 25th formation anniversary and 20th major-label debut anniversary.

Why watch it?

Captures the sudden and major announcement that the group would go on hiatus ("cold sleep" / ceasing activities) at the end of 2025, exploring the members' personal struggles, reflections and backstage moments.

Premieres on Nov 8