Pen-Ek Ratanaruang
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Pen-Ek Ratanaruang (Thai: เป็นเอก รัตนเรือง) A Thai film director and screenwriter best known for his arthouse work "Last Life in the Universe", and is considered to be one of Thai cinema's leading "new wave" auteurs, alongside Wisit Sasanatieng and Apichatpong Weerasethakul. He goes by the nickname Tom and is sometimes credited as Tom Pannet.
Pen-Ek Ratanaruang Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Pen-Ek Ratanaruang reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Pen-Ek Ratanaruang's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of Pen-Ek Ratanaruang's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Master, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Pen-Ek Ratanaruang Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Pen-Ek Ratanaruang's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Pen-Ek Ratanaruang has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | The Master | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Southeast Asian Cinema – When the Rooster Crows | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Behind the Blur | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | ตัวกู-ของกู | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Citizen Dog | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
Pen-Ek Ratanaruang - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Pen-Ek Ratanaruang?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pen-Ek Ratanaruang is "The Master" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Pen-Ek Ratanaruang acted in?
Pen-Ek Ratanaruang has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Pen-Ek Ratanaruang?
Other notable films include "Citizen Dog", "Southeast Asian Cinema – When the Rooster Crows", and "Behind the Blur".