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Thai artist and filmmaker Apichatpong Weerasethakul was awarded France's Legion of Honor at a ceremony in Bangkok.
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Bangkok, Thailand
Who
Apichatpong Weerasethakul, Jean-Claude Poimboeuf
What
Thai artist and filmmaker Apichatpong Weerasethakul was awarded France's Legion of Honor at a ceremony in Bangkok.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:37:11 GMT · 6h 16m ago
Where
Bangkok, Thailand ·
Why
Weerasethakul was recognized for his contributions to bringing cultures closer together and enriching the dialogue between France and Thailand.
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A prominent Thai filmmaker has been recognized with France's highest civil honor, highlighting cultural exchange efforts between the two nations and celebrating a director known for exploring complex themes outside mainstream cinema.
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2 events in this thread- Currently Reading6h 16m agoThai artist and filmmaker Apichatpong Weerasethakul was awarded France's Legion of Honor at a ceremony in Bangkok.
- Culture & Industry6h 16m agoApichatpong Weerasethakul was made a Knight of the National Order of the Legion of Honor in a ceremony at the French Residence in Bangkok on June 10.Open article