6ixtynin9 

A six-part series from Thailand, recently released on Netflix

Original release date (New York) May 20, 2005

6ixtynin9 is essentially a crime drama, but it’s much more than that. It’s breathless. It’s fascinating. It’s sometimes funny, then melancholy, then sad. And it’s beautifully made.

Perhaps what surprised me most about this six-part series is that it was scripted and produced in Thailand. Almost 20 years ago!

I don’t think I’ve ever seen anything quite like it. In some respects, it reminds me of Pulp Fiction. In others, a Mel Brooks movie.

If you are open to something new that will keep you entertained and thinking about all sorts of things you’ve never thought about before, check out 6ixtynin9.

Minor Caveat: It’s helpful if you have some familiarity with Thailand and Thai culture.

You can watch the trailer here.