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10/10
If you're a parent or a child of a elderly parent you'll be touched
jasonhoeung14 May 2024
I'm not Thai, but I watched this film in a Bangkok cinema with English subtitles.

I thought it was a comedy about everyone fighting for their grandma's fortune, but it ended up being an honest portrait of a family's journey through the death of a dying grandmother. Discovering differing dynamics of each sibling and the choices parents have to make to make sure their kids are well looked after long after their passing. The core subject is so relatable that it just awakens your heart and soul. There was no dry eye in the room, and I walked out, wanting to call my parents immediately. Could you bring a box of tissues when you see it?
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9/10
highly recommended for a relaxing weekend watch.
bielqo19 May 2024
No matter how much you try to hold back the tears, it's likely that wall will crumble at the ending, set against the backdrop of a pickup truck delivering a farewell so beautifully. A question arises while watching that scene. Are the tears falling because the film is well-made, or simply because viewers (myself included) immediately relate the events on screen to personal memories?

The answer is "both." How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies feels relatable because it deeply understands family dynamics, especially in Asian families. How inheritance can erase affection, how gathering at grandma's house is a warm moment always anticipated, how the grandma eagerly awaits the arrival of her children and grandchildren while wearing her best clothes, and how the loneliness after togetherness feels so piercing, especially for the elderly living alone. The memories of all those moments together are the truly valuable legacy.
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9/10
Touching, Tear-Jerking, yet Not Quite Tearful
OaterALMIGHTY4 April 2024
"Touching, Tear-Jerking, yet Not Quite Tearful

This film pulls at your heartstrings, evoking a sense of nostalgia and sentimentality for everyone in the family. It strives to maintain a feel-good atmosphere without delving too deeply into melodrama or stress. With a strong Japanese drama influence, the mood and tone set by the score give the film a charming and pleasant feel, not overly sad. While some attempts at comedic relief may feel a bit unnecessary, overall, it strikes a balance that prevents it from plunging into overwhelming sadness. Nevertheless, there are still plenty of scenes that will bring tears to your eyes.
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10/10
Oscar worthy
hermanwissink5 April 2024
This could be the shortest review ever !

Epic

Actors : superb !

Director : superb

Story: superb!

GO SEE THIS FILM NOW !

Too complete the review : its a very touching story about a boy that lost his touch a little with his grandma.

When he hears she has not very long too live he makes a profound decision. He will live with her in her house. And helps her in her work struggles and with her disease.

Rest of the family also lost a little touch with her. But all is done with so much soul it affects your emotions a lot.

It is so ..... like everybody lives nowadays.

I will not tell any spoilers but go see this beautiful touching story.
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9/10
Extraordinary
phtryu17 April 2024
Warning: Spoilers
I just watched 'Lahn Mah' today, and it's easily one of the best Thai films I've ever seen. There was a lot of fun(Actually, jokes are stunning, I heard many people laugh in the theater), sadness and touching in this film.

This movie provided the mood and reality of being in Thai-Chinese families like the scene that throw flowers to the ancestors' graveyard, words that are using or celebrating Chinese New Year. Moreover, the acting was impressive. The reasons why I said that are the emotional depth that Billkin, Grandma and other casts give to understand their own characters. The smooth energy of their interactions throughout the movie creates a genuine familial atmosphere, making it feel like a real family dynamic on screen.

In addition, the inheritance fight among M(the protagonist), M's mom and 2 M's uncle adds another layer of complexity to the narrative which turns out M got the most but before that there's a fight to get the grandma's house and it made a question to the audience that will M get something for taking care of grandma?. This subplot not only adds depth to the characters' motivations but also reflects larger themes of tradition, obligation, and the complexities of family relationships.

On the other hand, it's worth noting that while the film's acting is impressive, the pacing of the proceedings may feel a bit brisk, particularly in terms of character development. Viewers may find themselves wanting more insight into the characters' backstories, especially the childhood experiences that shaped their personalities, or more time to understand the dynamics of their relationships before pivotal events unfold.

To conclude, 'Lahn Mah' is a film that shows both tears and laughter, showcasing heartfelt moments and a deep sense of love and care, especially between M and their grandmother. However, the pacing issues, particularly in character development, leave some room for improvement."
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10/10
Utterly Beautiful.
aeiyfth8 April 2024
Watched it yesterday. It's one of the greatest films in my recent memory.

Everything in this film is so relatable and is very real. I cried and I couldn't stop myself from tearing up from the first 30 minutes of the movies until the very end. The message is so strong and Bilkin, Grandma and the rest of the casts just did something we call 'Magical' in the world of the acting.

Cinematography is also on point. It looked real, but also artistic and very cinematic. This will resonate in every viewer hearts for so long and the tearing effect will stay hours after finished the film.

It's not often that the people in the whole theater cried and sobbed their hearts out like this. One of a very magical moment for the whole 2 hours.
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10/10
just like music, movies tend to be way way better when they resonate with the audience on a personal level
dfch1316 May 2024
Fully aware coming in that it'll be a tearjerker still didn't prepare me for crying so badly that my glasses got foggy & my nose became stuffy.

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies (Lahn Mah) offers a simple slice of life story, but just like music, movies tend to be way way better when they resonate with the audience on a personal level. I guess this is why I cried so bad during my viewing in which I also brought my mom. Despite no longer having any grandparents, I still relate so much to the movie as there are so many things which feel like slaps to myself as I don't think I've been a very good son to my parents.

So I presume that those who see this movie will definitely enjoy it more if they could relate with the theme. Go see this movie with your elders, may them be parents or grandparents, hopefully it'll wake something within you.
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10/10
best movie
ubicultureno16 May 2024
I watched it yesterday and I always cry every time I see Amah's scene with M, this film reminds me of my grandmother and also this film is very relatable to my life. At the beginning of the scene I felt bored with this film, but in the middle and even approaching the ending, that's when I shed a lot of tears. This film not only sends a sad message, but we (the audience) are also given a feeling of curiosity, joy, and even annoyance. If you want to watch a film with a family theme, you have to watch this film because you will definitely feel what is in this film. The chemistry of the actors can also bring the audience into that atmosphere.
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9/10
I am relate with this movie
thanatop15 May 2024
My face is soaked in tears when this movie end.

This movie remind me some moment I almost forgot about grandma. Every moment in movie so relate to me.

My family has experience like character do. I have uncle like "Soi" and his behaviour is same as character too.

In my opinion this isn't best movie but this movie is goood enough to pull your memories and blend it to story. Simply but emotional (If you relate with movie). Less but more.

If you expect complicate storyline or Doesn't understand about Thai / Chinese culture, You'll be disappointed.

Hope you enjoyed this movie as I do.

Thanks for read this review.
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9/10
The first film in 2024 that managed to make me cry.
EL100423 May 2024
Initially, I watched this film to support actor Billkin. But, now I really like this film, be it the characters, story, production values and everything in it that supports the creation of this work.

M, with all his attitudes and ways of thinking which then lead to every conclusion and decision, really succeeds in presenting a character that is very relatable to most young people, especially for me who lives in an Asian family.

The story in this film has succeeded in reminding me that there are still many children and grandchildren who as they grow into adults have slowly made them forget how much they were once loved in their family. Likewise, the busy schedule outside the home and life with a new family has increasingly made them forget the importance of time spent with their parents.

It is important to remember that many more children and grandchildren actually distance themselves from their parents for various reasons, both consciously and unconsciously. Meanwhile, parents still remain in the same place, watching their children's growth, trying to accept their strengths and weaknesses and continuing to love them sincerely.

This film presents the story of a family with various turmoil within it. Without conflict with big fights, but only through the delivery of dialogue, simple scenes and the acting of each character has succeeded in making the audience enter the story and position themselves in the same position, perhaps with M, Amah, M's mother, Uncle Soei and Uncle Kiang.

Lastly, this is my first time writing a review about a film. I realize my incompetence in conveying thoughts and opinions but in the end I highly recommend to anyone to watch this film. Thank you.
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10/10
Can i give 100/10 ???
angelwijaya-6781820 May 2024
Tried watching it just because of the poster but turn out loved it!

The story is interesting and the emotions are great!

I want to let my family watch this.

Tried watching it just because of the poster but turn out loved it!

The story is interesting and the emotions are great!

I want to let my family watch this.

Tried watching it just because of the poster but turn out loved it!

The story is interesting and the emotions are great!

I want to let my family watch this.

Tried watching it just because of the poster but turn out loved it!

The story is interesting and the emotions are great!

I want to let my family watch this.
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