How to Win at Checkers (Every Time)


1h 20m 2015

Brief Synopsis

In Thailand, all males turning 21 years old must participate in the annual military draft lottery. Drawing a black card grants exemption, while drawing red results in two years of military service. On the morning of his draft lottery, Oat reflects back on his childhood -- when as a child, his older

Film Details

Genre
Drama
Foreign
Release Date
2015
Production Company
Hidden Rooster Films

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 20m

Synopsis

In Thailand, all males turning 21 years old must participate in the annual military draft lottery. Drawing a black card grants exemption, while drawing red results in two years of military service. On the morning of his draft lottery, Oat reflects back on his childhood -- when as a child, his older brother Ek faced the possibility of being drafted himself. Unable to convince Ek to do whatever he can to change his fate, young Oat takes matters into his own hands, resulting in unexpected circumstances.

Film Details

Genre
Drama
Foreign
Release Date
2015
Production Company
Hidden Rooster Films

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 20m

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