The Holy Man

2005 [THAI]

Action / Comedy

1
IMDb Rating 5.9/10 10 177 177

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Plot summary

Formerly a troubled youth, a monk is given charge of a Buddhist temple that is neglected by superstitious villagers who are under the spell of a fake psychic.

Director

Note Chern-Yim Photo
Note Chern-Yim

Top cast

Vorawit Phonginsee Photo
Vorawit Phonginsee as Muek
Petchtai Wongkamlao Photo
Petchtai Wongkamlao as
Chuey Terdtueng Photo
Chuey Terdtueng as Mr. Tue / Mr. Pattana
Sarawut Phumthong Photo
Sarawut Phumthong as Pian
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846.18 MB
1280*714
Thai 2.0
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25 fps
1 hr 32 min
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1.53 GB
1920*1072
Thai 2.0
NR
Subtitles us  th  cn  
25 fps
1 hr 32 min
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Movie Reviews

Reviewed by MrBoMzIMDb 5 / 10

Faith, Folklore, and Farce in Equal Measure

What happens when a small rural temple becomes the unlikely stage for a clash between tradition, comedy, and modern showbiz culture? The Holy Man (Luang Phee Teng) takes on the challenge, mixing satire and slapstick with moral lessons.Directed by Note Chernyim and starring comedian Pongsak "Teng" Pongsuwan, the film follows a modern monk who arrives in a struggling village temple. His unconventional behavior-often humorous, sometimes irreverent-sparks both admiration and criticism among villagers. The story aims to strike a balance between lighthearted entertainment and commentary on faith, hypocrisy, and the role of religion in everyday Thai life.Analytically, the film's strength lies in its cultural accessibility. It taps into familiar Thai contexts: rural communities, the importance of temples, and the blending of reverence with everyday humor. Teng's comedic timing carries much of the film, offering approachable laughs that resonate with local audiences. The use of parody-particularly in mocking social pretensions and urban-rural divides-gives the film some bite beneath the surface.Yet the weaknesses are just as apparent. The plot is episodic, resembling a series of sketches strung together rather than a tightly woven narrative. Many gags rely on caricature or predictable slapstick, which dilutes the more thoughtful themes. Attempts at moral lessons often feel rushed, as if they are tacked onto the comedy instead of emerging organically from it. For international viewers, some cultural references may be difficult to grasp fully.Rating: 5/10 - The Holy Man entertains with charm and cultural satire, but its loose structure and overreliance on slapstick keep it from rising above modest comedy fare.
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