S.O.S SIAM ON SCREEN: Free Thai Film Festival from 11-13 Sept at Samyan Mitrtown

Get ready for the event "Open Thai Screen: Driving Culture S.O.S SIAM ON SCREEN" A Thai film festival in the city center from 11-13 September at Samyan Mitrtown invites everyone to free movie screenings and a short film contest with 180,000 baht prize money.

S.O.S SIAM ON SCREEN, a Thai film festival in the city center

The Thai film industry is gearing up for a lively return with "Open Thai Screen: Driving Culture S.O.S SIAM ON SCREEN," a major Thai film festival held in the city center. Supported by the Department of Cultural Promotion, Ministry of Culture, it aims to promote and advance the Thai film industry as a key tool for cultural dissemination, while building a strong ecosystem connecting government, filmmakers, and the public.

The event will run for three full days, from 11 to 13 September 2026, at the Semi Outdoor zone on the Ground Floor of Samyan Mitrtown, creating an accessible space to raise awareness and inspire younger generations to take pride in Thai culture through film media.

Highlights packed with free movies and in-depth Thai film discussions

S.O.S SIAM ON SCREEN offers many activities allowing attendees to experience Thai culture from a contemporary perspective, moving beyond traditional stereotypes.

• City center cinema Free screenings of popular Thai films throughout all three days.
• In-depth panel discussions Opportunities for attendees to meet and exchange ideas with directors and film professionals from various roles.
• Exhibition Showcasing engaging stories from the Thai film industry.
• Creative zone A space to present ideas and foster new filmmakers.

Short film contest with 180,000 baht in prize money

Beyond screenings, exhibitions, and activities, the event opens a platform for young people to tell Thai stories in their own style through the "SIAM ON SCREEN" short film competition for university students, offering a total prize of 180,000 baht plus trophies.

Contestants must express perspectives, creativity, and the charm of Thailand through one or a combination of five main themes:

1. Diversity & Inclusion
2. Environment & Sustainability
3. Thai Culinary & Food Culture
4. Thai Fashion & Textiles
5. Folklore & Local Tradition

Interested participants can submit entries individually or as teams of 2-5 people from now until 8 September 2026.

Register and submit short films here:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwLbB7a6CxMmNdbjZ4aMcOPxmQAio20zd0JsMGUvfczRn9-g/viewform

S.O.S SIAM ON SCREEN is a festival demonstrating how Thai culture can evolve alongside younger generations through film media. Featuring comprehensive activities including screenings, exhibitions, and discussions, along with an open short film contest for university students, it stands as a key September 2026 event for lovers of Thai cinema and creative work.