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‘How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies’ Review: Thai Oscar Entry Is a Disarmingly Sentimental Tear-Jerker
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scrn loglineA cynical grandson's scheme to inherit his ailing grandmother's estate takes an unexpected turn in this disarmingly sentimental Thai Oscar contender that balances humor and heartache.beat sheet- The film is Thailand's first international Oscar submission to make the 15-title shortlist, after becoming a blockbuster at home and grossing an estimated $73.8 million worldwide.
- The screenplay captures a nuanced, imperfect but loving family dynamic, with specific cultural details that resonate universally, led by the dynamic rapport between the lead actors - a successful T-pop singer and a delightful newcomer.
Read the sourcecall sheetPutthipong Assaratanakul, Usha Seamkhum, Sanya Kunakorn, Sarinrat Thomas, Pongsatorn Jongwilas, Tontawan Tantivejakul, Duangporn Oapirat, Himawara Tajiri, Wattana Subpakit, Pat Boonnitipat, Thodsapon Thiptinnakorn, David Rooney, Well Go USA, Gucci, How to Make Millions Before Grandma DiesNo more articles
‘How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies’ Review: Thai Oscar Entry Is a Disarmingly Sentimental Tear-Jerker
The Hollywood ReporterStory by David Rooney
scrn logline
A cynical grandson's scheme to inherit his ailing grandmother's estate takes an unexpected turn in this disarmingly sentimental Thai Oscar contender that balances humor and heartache.
beat sheet
- The film is Thailand's first international Oscar submission to make the 15-title shortlist, after becoming a blockbuster at home and grossing an estimated $73.8 million worldwide.
- The screenplay captures a nuanced, imperfect but loving family dynamic, with specific cultural details that resonate universally, led by the dynamic rapport between the lead actors - a successful T-pop singer and a delightful newcomer.
call sheet
Putthipong Assaratanakul, Usha Seamkhum, Sanya Kunakorn, Sarinrat Thomas, Pongsatorn Jongwilas, Tontawan Tantivejakul, Duangporn Oapirat, Himawara Tajiri, Wattana Subpakit, Pat Boonnitipat, Thodsapon Thiptinnakorn, David Rooney, Well Go USA, Gucci, How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies