Such a beauty to behold.
It's clear why our nephew is so charmed.
Her parents brought her up with great card.
This is a most propitious occasion.
Elders of the bride and groom are here to agree upon
the engagement and wedding date
which will be on the the 9th waxing day of the 6th lunar month.
So, please prepare for the ceremony.
Hello, Kam.
Hello.
Good luck. You better go back.
Your place and mine are too different.
Let's keep in touch.
I'll be back as soon as possible.
Most travellers like to say that,
only to realize when they go back that the distance is too far.
Why do you think I'm gonna be like that?
We haven't known each other that long.
I think we should take time
to be sure of our feelings.
I'll prove to you.
See you.
Bye.
Six months later.
Sorry, it's not possible to reach the number you've dialed.
Hey, how come you're here?
I live here. What's your excuse?
Well, you come just in time.
You gotta help me first.
Do you still remember my tour guide six months ago?
Yeah. I ran into her pretty often.
By the way, do you think you really know that beautiful lady?
Why?
I'm gonna tell you a secret.
She's not what you think.
She's actually a guy.
What?
Her name isn't Kam, it's Teuk.
What?
So easy to fool. Thanks for the gift.
Hey!
Just keep walking and you might get lucky.
Kam.
Been waiting long?
A while.
And you?
Well, I waited at that far ferry.
I got it wrong.
How have you been?
Quite good.
Been writing things, travelling a lot,
and waiting to come back here.
Here...
For leisure time.
Thank you.
Are you sure this is not a gossip on me?
I don't know. You've to read it yourself.
How about you?
So... so. Same old job. Not much change.
Not much change?
You haven't changed much yourself?
I'm changing everyday, growing old.
Well...
All this time,
do you ever miss me?
Well, so... so.
What's that supposed to mean?
It means so... so.
Sabaidee.
C'mon, you know what to do.
Nah, this color doesn't taste good.
White's better. Got one?
You eat flowers?
Yes.
You eat roses? How can you?
I'm kidding, just fooling with him.
That's not a good one. Pay me.
How much?
6, 000 kips.
Thank you.
I and my friends will host a party to welcome our visitor tonight.
Shane.
It's your second time here. You must be charmed by our country.
They say anyone who comes to Laos for a second time
might stay here for the rest of his life.
Look, Kam is blushing.
No. The air is so hot in here.
Blame the air.
Stop. She's madly blushing.
Kam, did you invite Tui?
I didn't.
He'll come anyway, since Nut is here.
You all are too much. It's not that I want him messing around.
He's chasing after her.
Trust me, the guy is dead serious.
Really?
Sabaidee.
Tui, this is Shane.
Shane, this is Tui.
I'm Tui. Nice to meet you.
Wanna go dancing? It's fun.
Better not.
More drinks, more fun.
C'mon, bottoms up.
Bottoms up.
I've to make a call.
A call? Sure.
Finish this round before you go.
Shane, we're here.
Wake up.
We're here.
Are you okay?
Sure?
You're alright?
Hello, Kam.
Going to the temple with me?
I want to make a merit, rarely do it in Bangkok.
You can do that anywhere, it doesn't have to be in Laos.
Didn't they say a couple that does it together will meet again in the next life?
A lifetime is more than enough, I guess.
See you at the temple.
Okay. See you there.
Mom, I'll be off to the temple.
Don't be hurry, come here.
Who're you going with?
I'm going with a friend, mom.
Why don't you bring him home?
You should've introduced him to me and your dad.
You were outside all day long the other day.
Think of us when you do that.
We're well... respected in the community.
You have to be careful, people will talk.
But I was with many friends. Odd, Nut, Tui were all there.
How did you come back?
He was drunk, so I gave him a ride to the hotel.
He couldn't even walk straight, so I helped him in.
No matter what the others say, I only did send him to his room.
I know what you think, what you do.
But no one else knew, and they wouldn't understand.
I just want you to be careful next time.
What's done is done. We have to accept it.
This unintentional act... just don't let it happen again.
I'm sorry
I love you, and will always be by your side.
I believe in who you are.
Kam.
Kam, are you home?
What's wrong? Are you feeling sick?
You should go back.
Why?
Is anything happening?
It's not your business. Just go.
Kam.
You're a good man. I understand that.
It wasn't your fault either, cause you're not a local.
You just don't know how people here think.
It's my fault.
But I don't think there's anything to be serious about.
It's alright. Get over it.
Time will prove the truth itself.
C'mon, cheers.
That's it. All the things that happened.
Anyway, she's the one who's suffering the consequences.
I'd take anything to help her out.
Just don't let her be dishonored by this.
Okay, I'll be calling you.
Good night, mom.
I'm sorry. I didn't mean to trouble you with all these things.
What's past is past. You couldn't take it back.
I'll have my elders come to do the marriage proposal.
For your honor and dignity, I'll do my best.
Don't. We just met. Marriage is far more serious than that.
If we're not in love, it'll only bring the bigger mess.
Stated by the bridge that connects Thailand and Laos,
we are close neighbors with hearts bound together like siblings.
The bride's family and friends gladly welcome you to our country.
Passport copy.
Request letter.
Marriage license application.
The documents are legal.
By the way, where will you both reside after marriage?
At first, we'll have to be going back and forth.
By the way, where will you both reside after marriage?
I don't know. Haven't planned it yet.
What about your wife? Will she stay or move to your country?
We haven't talked about that.
Actually,
the authority could not grant you a marriage license.
Because there's no certainty in your whereabouts after marriage.
Whether I live here or my wife moves back with me,
I'll have to tell the authority, and that's way in the future.
That's true, but most foreigners marry local girls to take advantage.
It's a defense method, we cannot grant you the paper.
I'm sorry.
5 days before the wedding.
Your eldest daughter is getting married.
You'll soon be the grandma.
I think I'm still young. Why do I become a grandma so quickly?
How about you? Good news coming up?
How old are you?
I'm going twenty... six this year.
It's alright that your 22... year... old cousin gets married first.
She's got many guys going after her, but been eyeing none.
You're teasing me, mom.
Don't worry, I'll help you.
It's easy to find a guy for such a beauty.
Thanks, auntie, but I'm really okay.
Nah, it's no big deal.
Really? Have you tried matchmaking for anyone?
Myself, and I got married.
That's twenty years ago.
Kids nowadays aren't like us.
They don't run into each other at the temples.
It's all the same. Only much easier now.
It's a wedding invitation card, father.
Very good, an invitation for an old man.
Whose daughter are you?
She's uncle Som's daughter.
You made the wedding bed for her parents.
Oh, I remember. Som and Jun's daughter?
It seems only yesterday when I made the bed.
Now their daughter's a beautiful grown... up.
Where are we going next?
Just a few places, not many more.
All of these?
Yeah.
Can't we inform them on the phone?
No, because they're close relatives.
So, everybody knows we're getting married?
Of course. This is quite a small town.
And if I'll ever make a mistake, you'll know.
You're thinking about that?
Nope. Just curious.
Do you want to go to Bangkok after we married?
Yeah, I didn't get to see much the last time I went there.
Too many people, and the traffics killed me.
You don't have to worry, I'll take care.
But I won't be there long. I miss home.
Have you ever thought of living or working somewhere else?
No. I'd have to adjust myself.
You should try. You might be able to.
I rarely go far. Here I have my family and my friends.
I was born here, grew up here,
and probably would die here too.
Hello, bro.
Can I talk to you about my work?
Well, what if I'm going to stay in Laos and still work for you?
No problem.
You're a freelancer on your own, anyway.
Thank you.
But a documentary writer has to travel a lot.
Make sure your wife understand.
Yes. Thank you very much.
Okay, good luck.
4 days before the wedding.
On the day, we'll have to find couples to form rows to greet the groom.
At the entrance, the bride's side will have to lead the groom's.
So the welcome rite can start.
You said it like you're married.
We've to learn these things.
Who knows? Maybe we'd be the next in line.
Talking big, I've never seen a suspect in your case.
What if I've got one but you just don't know?
Better stop bragging.
Should we try putting on the dresses and see if we look good?
The best looking will be the bridesmaid.
Kam, who'll be the photographer?
I didn't have many pictures of me at others' wedding.
Don't worry. You'll get plenty this time.
Because Tui will be doing it.
What? Tui's taking pictures?
When he did it on our last trip, a lot of the pics came out headless
and with mysterious shadows. Bad choice.
I think we should find a new guy.
He's just opened his studio, bought a new camera,
and volunteered for this job.
Hey, ladies.
Kam, here are the examples I'd like you to see.
Thank you.
Never mind.
Why are you so quiet?
Been backbiting me?
Yes, we're talking about you, selecting the bridesmaid.
But you have to wear silk skirt.
Will you do it?
Whoa! What a mouth!
What did you say, Nut?
Like she said, will you wear it?
If you don't want me here, just tell me.
I could be the groom's best man, we already get along.
Done with your work?
Yes, very quick. I'm a professional.
Why are you still here then? We're trying on the dresses.
Go on. I won't brag about what I see.
Just kidding. You think too much.
See you, Kam.
See you, Nut.
Another girl needs no words. She'll be backbiting me anyway.
I'm leaving.
Why don't you just go?
Hey, how are you? Been good?
- Are you tired? - A bit.
- Where's my mom and dad? - They said they'll catch up.
Your mother have me bring you the dowry.
She'll come later.
Why is that?
How could I tell them, mom?
Dinner this evening is for both families' relatives.
I only have friends, everyone's the same age as me.
The only elder is Thin, dad's chauffeur.
You go tell them that we'll be there at the actual wedding.
We just can't make it today
because of the protesters at the airport.
Mom, who'd believe that?
Thai's mob is like world's issue. They'll understand.
Don't worry. I'll have to meet my in... laws anyway.
And you know, your dad is all over his work than anything.
He has to have it all done.
You must talk to him about this.
Bye, mom.
How come your father's so young?
Behave, daughter.
Not my father. These are my friends.
Why can't your father come?
Sabaidee.
How come father and son are so different?
He's like my father.
I mean, he's been taking care of me since I was a kid.
I raised him with my own hands.
He's a good kid.
Let's enjoy the meal. Go on, please.
I'm leaving. Take care of the guests, Kam.
Kam.
I'm sorry my parents couldn't come.
It's not your intention. It's alright.
But I don't like this.
It made your cousins feel uncomfortable.
Wedding is like family's reunion here, so the absence came a bit strange.
Don't worry. I understand that your parents are living far.
Thank you. I'll do my best. I promise.
3 days before the wedding.
Hello. What's up, Fon?
How do you know I'm in Laos?
I see.
I'm about to get married.
Yes, in a few days.
I'm sorry I didn't tell you.
You know? How did you?
What?
You're already here?
Okay. See you.
Tui opened this shop pre... schedule.
I'm his first customer.
This is good. I like its quiet scene.
That probably shows its doomed future, actually.
Well, well, well.
Quiet again, you're sure dishing on me.
So full of yourself, thinking everyone always talks about you.
I don't mind other people.
It's all good with only Nut, talking about me.
Yeah, all the time. Even more when you're away.
It doesn't matter whether it's nice or not.
If you keep talking about me, you still think of me.
Where's the groom?
Almost here. I'll go get myself ready.
Okay.
Nut.
The couple aren't ready yet.
Why don't you take a picture with me?
Are you crazy?
Let's be frank.
It's clear she sees you as an annoyance.
Just stop.
How do you know she's annoyed?
Maybe she's mad because she likes me.
Nut has a boyfriend. How can she like you?
I don't believe she has one.
Or if she has one, it doesn't matter. I won't be eyeing him.
Normal guys aren't turned on by the same kind, you know.
Do you have to be this serious seeing me?
I'm not.
You should've told me you'd come. I'm pretty busy lately.
You didn't tell me either that you're gonna get married.
Your wedding's also too sudden.
Anything unexpected?
Kam.
Where have you been?
I'm sorry. I've to pick up a relative.
Shane's here. We all are ready.
Kam, let's take the pictures.
Sabaidee. This is the wedding invitation.
You should order what you'd like to have first.
Do you want salad?
This one?
Lao salad.
Up to you.
Hello.
I'm dining with the bride.
I'm hanging up.
I'll have salad.
Okay. Let's have your order.
Can we talk later?
I'm having dinner.
Later, okay?
Bye.
Sorry.
My ex just came back.
She might seem all too willing to participate.
It's okay.
You understand?
I do. She was your girlfriend and you did love her.
Thank you.
For a lady the inspiration behind this book.
Who has been Fon, been here long?
I'm surprised to know you're getting married.
Why didn't you tell me anything about this?
We might have been distant, but we never really break up.
Cut it off, Fon. Talking about this is a lost cause.
My guess is that she's the very laid...
back type.
You're conservative, an old... fashioned kind of guy.
So, you're marrying her out of love, or just because she's so pathetic?
2 days before the wedding.
According to the evidences,
you are allowed to marry here.
Congratulations.
Thank you.
Thank you very much.
We have to go now.
Thanks again.
Thank you for certifying me.
No problem.
Shane. You're used to living in big city.
You'd have to adjust yourself a lot, living and working.
And salary is low too.
Can you really live here?
I'm working it out. We'll see.
Talk to your bride so that she won't worry.
Thank you.
Never mind.
We haven't much time to be alone together.
The nearer the wedding is, the more strange distance between us.
I'm also confused. Maybe because it is so sudden.
I'm not prepared.
We never really talk about life after marriage too.
We can take time.
I don't know what will happen to me as well.
I know you don't have much confidence in me.
Don't know where we're gonna live or how I'll take care of the family.
Frankly, all I can tell is...
I've had nothing prepared.
I asked you out here
because when I came and didn't see you,
I thought we'd never meet again.
So I wrote you a postcard.
Where is it?
When did you take it?
I just want you to know my feelings,
even if we'd never see each other again.
Thanks.
Is there any problem?
Mom. Before you and dad were married,
how long had you known him?
Not much, only for a short while.
The elders wanted me to get married.
Your dad's a good man. He took great care of me.
That's why I married him.
How can you be so sure?
There's no problem about that, dear.
When you make up your mind, and hold your firm belief,
you could get pass mostly anything.
Life is about moving on.
Wedding eve.
1 day before the wedding.
This cotton shirt looks comfy.
Let's take this one, okay?
Is it Kam?
Yes, it's me.
I'm Fon. Shane's friend.
Nice to meet you.
Kam, I'll bring this to the cashier.
Shane told me you're a local here, and I'm starving.
Is there any recommended restaurant?
There is. Follow me.
Nut, let's meet up at our place.
It's meant for Shane.
I heard he didn't pack a lot. Please give it to him.
Thank you.
It seems you've known each other for so long.
Yes. We were together since high school.
Shane likes to surprise his friends.
I wouldn't know about his wedding,
if my friends didn't mistake the news.
Just a little misunderstanding, they thought I was the bride.
There's probably nothing.
He's sincere. Never hide anything.
I don't know. This wedding starts from scratch.
And what will follow is beyond me.
C'mon. You're thinking too much.
Kam, are you ready? The guests have arrived.
Your dessert is here.
Have this. I'll bring you rice noodle later.
It's really good.
Sabaidee.
Why so quiet? Don't wanna talk?
Saeng.
This is Tui, the wedding photographer.
Yeah, I am.
Nice to meet you.
I'm both the groom and the bride's friend.
We're close.
Actually, I'm like one of the host.
Have you eaten yet?
I'm not that hungry.
Okay. But in case you are, the drinks are on the left table.
And you can find some food on the right.
Which do you want to have first?
Just tell me.
Don't be shy. Make yourself at home.
Well, I could do with some drinks.
Okay.
Go get them. The left one is the beverage table.
Don't forget to bring a glass for me.
Anything?
No.
Handsome guys these days shouldn't have turned gays.
Tui.
What's up?
I'm asking for your help.
Only you could help me,
a smart, handsome man like you.
Nobody else.
Please, I forgot something.
Okay? Let's go.
Here, follow me.
C'mon, it won't take long.
Where is it? I thought it'd be somewhere near.
C'mon, look for it over here.
It was here this morning.
Where are you going? We haven't found it yet.
Find it yourself.
I'm going to Nut. She'd be bored with that queer.
Did you look at yourself? She'd be bored to death with you there.
Are you nuts?
She likes me. Why would she find me boring?
Look at her face.
She's putting on a smile.
She looks happy with her boyfriend, talking to him.
Boyfriend?
Sabaidee, Som.
Sabaidee, Kam.
Thank you so much for coming to my wedding.
Of course, I'm not going to miss your big day.
Sit down, please.
Where's Naeng? Say hi for me.
Not necessary. You two are here.
Talk to her by yourself.
Take your time.
Thank you.
What's up? You're drunk already.
Of course, I'm heartbroken. Soda's not for a man.
Then find a new lady.
Who?
Why one always comes near and talks to you, if she doesn't like you?
Let's love.
Sorry.
Fon.
Do you feel any change in life getting married?
Not really.
It's just the beginning, so I rarely see a change.
I'm not going to change, even when you're married.
Hello. Shane?
Shane forgot his cellphone. Wait a minute.
Shane, your call.
You take it. Take it for me.
Shane's too drunk. You better call him later.
Tell him it was Kam.
Thank you.
Wedding day.
Smile a bit more. You're the bride today.
How come you're here? Are you our guest?
I'm the groom's guest.
I don't believe you.
I really know him, since their courting days.
You'll have to give me something anyway.
Or I'll tell everyone you're here for a free lunch.
Caught off guard?
I'm kidding.
These are from my sister.
Yeah. See you.
Good luck.
What is it?
Sabaidee, is this Mr. Som's house?
Yes.
The one whose daughter is getting married?
Yes.
Well, someone booked the flight and told me to send the ticket here.
Thank you very much.
No problem.
I'm glad everyone is here.
I still wonder why there's no one from the groom's side?
They wouldn't want to accept the bride?
No. They're on their way here. I think they'll make it soon.
Thank you.
Good luck.
It's alright, dear. No need to feel hurt.
We did try to please everyone, the best we could.
Accept it or not, it's up to them.
Don't be sorry.
Are you tired?
A bit. Since morning, actually.
What are you doing?
Why you wanna hit me?
I'm your little sis.
I'm sorry.
What's wrong?
Nothing. I'll be off somewhere a while, alone.
Tell no one. Give me your word.
If you love me, don't tell.
Yeah. I love you. I won't tell.
Naeng!
Don't tell anyone that I'm telling you this.
Because I gave Kam my word that I won't tell.
It's here.
I was bringing it to Kam, thought I'd give it to her when I see her.
Naeng!
Kam is missing.
Is there any problem, Shane?
I don't know what she's so upset about.
Maybe she goes to grandma's. Kam likes to talk to her.
Naeng. Stop.
If you find her, call me. Okay?
I'll ask the boy.
Art.
Yeah.
Did you see Kam?
Yeah, just passed by.
Where?
This way is the ferry. That way is the bus depot.
This way is the airport.
Airport?
Can I borrow the motorbike?
Yeah.
Let's go.
Be fast, Art.
Father.
Why you just come? The wedding's since morning.
I'm sorry. The flight was delayed. How was the wedding?
All messed up. My girl is mad at me. She's going away.
Really? Let's go, dear.
Where's she, Art?
She's on the plane.
Listen.
Kam misunderstands me.
And she is mad at me.
Tell him that I need to get in.
Can he get in?
No.
Please do us a favor. It's his wife.
They got married today, and there's some misunderstanding.
Tell the girl named Kam that her boyfriend is here.
Thank you.
Contact the stewardess.
Tell the girl named Kam that her boyfriend is here.
Who's Kam? Your boyfriend is here.
I'm Kam, but I have no girlfriend.
Tell him that I owe him the wedding.
But I want no sympathy. I can be by myself.
What did she say?
She wants to be alone. Still want to go after her?
You tell her this.
Kam, don't you understand why I'm back here?
I'm here because of you
I want to be with you.
Kam, don't you understand why I'm back here?
I'm here because of you. I want to be with you.
I'm fine. You should go home.
It's not like that.
I'm only going back to Bangkok for a month to finish all my work.
Then I'll be back with you here.
I married you because I love you.
Your boyfriend said that he only wants to be with you.
He needs no others. He can't live without you.
Kam.
Kam
I'm so sorry.
It's alright.
I love you.
This is my mother,
and here is my father.
Please sit here.
For what?
I'd like to take a picture.
Hold still.
Smile.
Here.
If we have children, they're gonna look like this.
Now this is us when we grow old.
Look, I lose my hair. You too.
Kam.
I promise you,
from today until the day we're old,
when you might be chubbier
or a lot more bickering to deal with,
I'll always stay by your side.
If you say so,
it doesn't matter if you're older, with wrinkles and bald head.
I'll still be with you.
Fon is busy, so she sent a bouquet to congratulate us.
Tell her I'm thankful for being so considerate.
Your sister bought this for you, but I don't have enough change.
How much?
20, 000 kips.
I can pay. I got some this morning.
Sis.
You go first, I'll catch up.
Alright.
- What? - Thank you for the gift.
But you have to pay me back.
Because I've paid for it.
I didn't buy this.
What?
I'm busted.
Ladies and gentlemen attending the wedding,
please join in with the bride and groom
to open the floor for this evening, have fun.
Sabaidee, Som.
Have a happy marriage life.
Thank you.
Take your time, Som.
Sabaidee, Naeng. How are you?
Have you been good?
I'm good. How about you?
Not quite. My life is a mistake.
What now?
Are you deaf? Say something.
I will, only if you come dancing with me.
What? Am I talking to a cat right now?
Oh, I forgot.
We can talk, or date, but don't you ever embarrass me again.
Did I? I think I'm pretty cool all the time.
You did by talking like that.