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Distinguished features and techniques used "King Naresuan" which may revolutionize Thai Film Industry.è
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Production Techniques
It is the first time in which new techniques, methods, tools, and equipment are used in the design and production including photography, cinematography, computer graphics, special effects, etc. New tools and equipment have been made, the production crew were sent to training abroad, and the experts in the industry from such movies as “Troy,” “The Lord of the Rings,” and “Anaconda” have been working as the consultants and supervisors of the production of “Naresuan.” The experts have tremendously conveyed various techniques in movie making and assisted in training to equip the Thai crew members with the knowledge and skills necessary to produce quality movies and to enable them to develop to their fullest potential to raise the status of the film industry in Thailand to be equal to leading film industries in the western world in the near future.
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Location
The location covers the area of approximately 2,000 rai in the compound of Surasee Military Base in Kanchanaburi Province to be in compliance with the historical records specifying that various major incidents in the life of King Naresuan took place in this province. In addition to historical significance, the location is appropriate and the production has received tremendous support from the Royal Thai Army, providing access to the location, manpower, as well as equipment and tools necessary for the completion of the construction of the sound stages.
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New Technology
The techniques used in constructing the sound stages and scenes involves new technology and advancements in the film industry, with cooperation and support from WETA, the producer and creator of world-renowned movies such as “The Lord of the Rings.” In addition to offering the crew of “Naresuan” an opportunity to train in New Zealand, WETA has also sent their experts to work with the Thai production cast and crew.
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Horses
Approximately 30 trained horses were imported from Australia to perform various horse sequences. Some you may have seen in the film, The Last Samurai.
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Comparing to the Prince's previous film, "Suriyothai", "King Naresuan" is a much grandeur film in all aspects - bigger scope, bigger sound stages, many actors/actresses/extras, and better and newer tools and technologies.
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