The Thai film How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies (หลานม่า), produced by GDH, has become the first Thai movie to be shortlisted for the Best International Feature Film category at the 97th Academy Awards. The film is among 15 international selections chosen from 85 submissions worldwide. This historic achievement places Thailand on the global cinematic map.
The final five nominees in this category will be announced on January 17, 2025, with the winners revealed at the Oscars ceremony on March 2, 2025.
The announcement included congratulations to director Pat Boonnitipat, writer Ped Tosapol, producers Jira Maligool and Vanridee Pongsittisak, and the cast, including Usana “Grandma Tiew” Thongpakdee, Billkin Putthipong, Sanya Kunakorn, Saryarat Jeenapakdee, Pongthorn “Puak” Thanapornchai, and Tontawan “Tu” Tantivejakul. GDH also extended gratitude to the film’s crew and loyal audience for their support.
The shortlist of 15 films in the Best International Feature Film category includes:
- Brazil: I’m Still Here
- Canada: Universal Language
- Czech Republic: Waves
- Denmark: The Girl with the Needle
- France: Emilia Pérez
- Germany: The Seed of the Sacred Fig
- Iceland: Touch
- Ireland: Kneecap
- Italy: Vermiglio
- Latvia: Flow
- Norway: Armand
- Palestine: From Ground Zero
- Senegal: Dahomey
- Thailand: How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies
- United Kingdom: Santosh
This accomplishment highlights Thailand’s growing influence in the global film industry.