Romantic comedy ‘Love You to Debt’ tops Netflix Thailand charts (video)
Love You to Debt, the top movie on Netflix in Thailand as of today, is a Thai romance-action film entirely set and filmed in Pattaya. Premiering in cinemas in April, the film has recently become available for streaming on Netflix.
The story centres on Bo, an illegal loan shark and debt collector working for his formidable mother. His life takes an unexpected twist when he crosses paths with Im, a young Thai bank teller in Pattaya. Im struggles to care for her ailing father, who is an alcoholic street food vendor while dealing with mounting debts and numerous problems. As Bo and Im’s paths intertwine, they form a complex bond that brings several challenges.
Netflix labels the movie as a romantic comedy but viewers might find it closer to a drama-action film. The narrative, though filled with moments of levity, can be difficult and sad for many viewers. The film’s cinematography showcases Pattaya’s iconic locations, including Alcazar, the Hilton, Pattaya Beach, Walking Street, Bali Hai Pier, the iconic Pattaya sign, and various local bars and gogos.
Foreign viewers with Thai partners might find this film particularly enjoyable. It features a surprising number of action scenes, some inspired by real-life news of loan shark gangs battling for territory on Pattaya Beach. The movie is primarily in Thai but offers English subtitles on Netflix, ensuring accessibility for a broader audience, reported Pattaya News.
Love You to Debt is available on Netflix for streaming now.
In related news, the seaside resort of Pattaya is gearing up to host the Pattaya Film Festival 2024 in a bid to establish itself as a UNESCO Creative City of Film. The festival seeks to boost tourism through film-related activities and position Pattaya as a central hub in the film industry as part of its development plan for 2023-2030.
