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Sakda (Rousseau) (2012): Cast

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Sakda (Rousseau) is a 2012 short film directed by Apichatpong Weerasethakul, starring Sakda Kaewbuadee, Chatchai Suban and Chai Bhatana. It runs 6 minutes.

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Sakda (Rousseau) (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
6 min
Original language
Thai
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Sakda (Rousseau) About?

The premise of Sakda (Rousseau) without spoilers.

This short film follows a body seeking identity along the Mekong River. It’s a cinematic essay created to commemorate the three-hundredth anniversary of Jean-Jacques Rousseau’s birth. The film features a monologue delivered by a modern-day reincarnation of the philosopher, set in twenty-first century Thailand, exploring themes of existence and connection.

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Cast & crew

Sakda (Rousseau) Cast

Sakda Kaewbuadee leads the cast, with Chatchai Suban and Chai Bhatana. Directed by Apichatpong Weerasethakul.

From the director

More from Apichatpong Weerasethakul

More films directed by Apichatpong Weerasethakul, best-rated first: Blissfully Yours, Cemetery of Splendor, Tropical Malady and Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives.

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Sakda (Rousseau) FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Sakda (Rousseau), each answered in a sentence.

How long is Sakda (Rousseau)?

Sakda (Rousseau) runs 6 minutes.

When was Sakda (Rousseau) released?

Sakda (Rousseau) was released on August 4, 2012.

Who directed Sakda (Rousseau)?

Sakda (Rousseau) was directed by Apichatpong Weerasethakul.

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Who is in the cast of Sakda (Rousseau)?

Sakda (Rousseau) stars Sakda Kaewbuadee, Chatchai Suban and Chai Bhatana.

Does Sakda (Rousseau) have a post-credit scene?

No. Sakda (Rousseau) has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Sakda (Rousseau) in?

The original language of Sakda (Rousseau) is Thai.

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