FROM NOVEL TO SCREEN
Amid the sea of Boy’s Love content, our first reaction towards any new Thai project based on Yuri — romance between ladies — is one of excitement. However, upon closer look, this initial excitement often turns into suspicions and, sometimes, disappointment.
Such is the case of Rak Kaew, an upcoming TV adaptation of a novel of the same name by national artist Krisna Asoksin. The novel was published in the 1970s and tells the story of a rebellious teen, Roeithongsai, and a ward under the care of the 40-something butch, Rangrong, who harbours unwanted romantic feelings towards the young woman she helps raise. Child…
