Lucky you.
I set up the second alarm clock just in case.
Go on now. Get take a shower.
Then you can have breakfast and head for school.
-Where are you going? -I'm taking a piss.
Let us recite the prayer.
Put your hands together.
-Hey, look! -Yes?
Kwan looks cute with long hair.
Totally. I wish I had her looks.
I would be happy if my face was even half as pretty as her nose.
Have you seen the photo collection on the Dek-D blog?
She was so cute!
Yes, I did.
Lots of students from other schools like her, too.
She's pretty, smart, and nice.
Everybody has a crush on her.
Don't tell me even you want to be like her.
Not at first,
but now I do!
All of us
are part of this community.
Whether our community will prosper
or will be ruined,
it depends on each of us.
On this new academic year,
I really hope
that all of you
will stay focused and be eager to learn.
Not only to better yourself
but also, to better your community
and give back to our country.
Please pay attention!
When the principal is speaking, no one else should be talking.
It sounds like a zoo in here.
This is a school, not a market.
You should act appropriately. You all know the rules.
This is bad for the first day of school.
Don't let me see this again.
Everybody get in line and go to your classes.
Move it!
-Hey. -Yes?
What is Phu like?
Phu?
He's
all right.
That's all you have to say?
Are you jealous?
As expected. He was your ex!
Don't be crazy! We're over.
-You sure? -Of course. We hardly talk now.
Really.
Back in middle school,
he didn't look this good.
Now that he's taller,
-I think he's hot. -Right?
Do you have any regrets?
Not really.
Hey.
Thee is pretty cute, too.
Who's Thee?
The guy playing the flute. Look.
He's cute, right?
Oh, him.
He's not my type.
-Isn't that right, Toei? -What did you say?
Too late. Time to go.
Quite lovely, I must say.
So far you've had straight A's every semester.
If you can keep up your 4.0 GPA,
you won't have to worry about getting a transfer scholarship
or a college scholarship at all.
I'll write a recommendation letter for any of the schools you apply for.
Thank you. I will do my best.
Good. One other thing.
Can you look after this girl for me?
Her name is Dao. She's in tenth grade.
She is the daughter of the Parent Teacher Organization's president.
Her parents asked me to look out for her.
You would be doing a big favor for me if you can keep an eye on her.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask her.
-Yes. -Okay.
Dao, what's your course?
Oh, I'm a science student.
Please take care of me.
No problem.
ELEVENTH GRADE
This desk is mine!
My seat is next to you again.
Oh, man.
You sure?
-Toei! -Toei, come sit over here!
Come on.
-You can sit here. -Yes.
Hey.
Running water over it like that won't kill all the germs.
That's okay.
I'm the only owner of this saxophone mouthpiece.
If I ever get perlèche,
I will let you wash
both my mouth and the mouthpiece. Okay, Thee?
TENTH GRADE
"He stared at my face and it made my heart flutter.
He raised his right hand slowly towards my cheek.
In that fleeting moment
that his thumb gently brushed the cake off my face,
I already knew
that I would eat only his cakes for the rest of my life."
-Gosh. -Goodness.
Are you falling in love with a bakery boy or what?
So romantic. That was good.
I wish it was true,
but I haven't met any cute bakers.
Hey. There's Win.
Win.
-Win! -Win!
Wow, Win.
He is so cute.
He's like the antihero in a Korean series.
So much cooler than the hero.
In your next story, you should name your hero Win.
Okay.
Wow.
What?
Do you want some?
The heroine can be named Kwan.
-Yes. -They are totally meant for each other.
If they are really meant to be,
then I'm willing to get out of their way.
When were you ever in their way?
I heard you had the top score for mathematics.
Can you help me with this equation?
What kind of equation is this?
It doesn't make any sense.
Dao.
Dao. What are you daydreaming about?
All right, everyone.
This year we have two nominees for class president.
The first is Khongkwan.
The second is Aoijai.
We will vote by raising your hands.
Raise your hands if you're voting for Khongkwan.
Whoever wants to vote for Aoijai, raise your hands.
The votes are in and this year's class president is Khongkwan.
Hello, Mr. Nipon.
Everyone, attention please.
Good morning, sir.
Today is the first day of school,
so I'm checking for dress code violations.
Let's start with your hair.
Do you know this is not allowed?
-Yes, sir. -You knew, but you still did it.
Sir. Come on, now.
This is your second year in high school.
I shouldn't have to warn you anymore
about what kind of hairstyle is appropriate.
Keep that in mind.
Rules and regulations are meant to be followed.
We have been following these rules for decades now,
so all of you must follow them, too.
Is that so?
Do we have a problem, Mr. Chaichana?
Mr. Chaichana was talking to his friend.
It was nothing.
I will handle this.
Does what I say annoy you?
I am trying hard to follow the logic.
You say we need to cut our hair
because everyone in the last decade had to cut it.
-What does one have to do with the other? -Doesn't matter if it's now or then.
If the rule says
students must cut their hair,
then you should cut your hair.
But why do we have to cut our hair?
Are you trying to get on my nerve?
No, not at all. I really want to know.
It is part of this school's long tradition.
So, did the people who came up with this tradition
explain why students must cut their hair?
You are really out of line.
Am I?
I don't care
what kind of reason anybody gives.
Rules are rules.
Understood?
Yes, sir.
All right. The homeroom period is over.
We will meet again in the English class.
Everyone, attention please.
Thank you.
-It's time. -Let's go!
Sir, please let me see.
Come on, now.
You like them scissors?
-Let me touch your head. -How would you like it, sir?
Pick your hairstyle.
-Whoa. -A spider web.
-We have surrounded your head. -Shining white, I see.
Take out your Thai language books.
Turn to chapter one.
May I come in?
It's only first day and you're already late for class.
Go over there. There's one spot left.
What's up? This is your unlucky year. You were seated next to me.
It won't be so bad. It was way worse just now.
Not only are you late, but now you are talking in class, too?
Last semester,
we studied biochemistry and physiology.
Can anyone tell me
what subjects we are going to learn this semester?
We are studying hormones and animal behavior.
Very good.
You could've answered this question easily
if you had opened your textbook.
I'm glad
that at least one of you bothered to check the syllabus before school started.
Let's go to the bathroom together.
I don't feel like going yet.
Come on. All for one and one for all.
Yes. Let's go.
Come on. We're going.
-Let's go. -Hey. Can I go too?
All for one, right?
What? Are you crazy?
This one is good.
-What brand? -Wow, you're fast.
I didn't really need to go. I came to keep Ying and Karn company.
-Is that so? -Toei.
Come here. You need to put on some blush.
Hey. Check this out. Pucker your lips like this.
Yes. Just like that.
You will look prettier if you put blush on your cheekbones.
Hey, girls.
Take a look. Doesn't she look good?
-Wow. -She's so cute.
One, two.
One, two, three.
You look so good with those rosy cheeks.
-Just like Korean models. -It's like you're really blushing!
Hold it right there.
Aren't your cheeks a bit too red?
Are they?
Don't let me see this again.
Young girls like you shouldn't be wearing makeup.
I hope all that makeup doesn't turn you into an airhead.
Understood.
I'm sorry. Maybe I put too much on.
-Don't you worry. -Come to think of it,
-this shade really stands out. -Yes, I think so. I agree.
-I only applied it once. -Yes.
-Is it a gift? -Do it one more time.
May, look.
She's doing it again.
Let me see your hand.
Give it to me.
-Oh, wow! -Aren't you used to Sprite yet?
She's done it with every guy in our grade.
Really? If that's true, then Sprite must have done it with Tar, too.
Toei, go ask Tar if the rumor is true.
I'm sure he has the inside information.
-Yes. -It's probably just a rumor.
You can't have smoke without a fire.
Sprite, where did you buy your lunch today? Was it good?
Stall number three. The food is good. You want to try?
No, thanks. We are on our way to grab a bite.
Catch you later. Bye.
You know each other?
We used to be in the same class.
And that girl over there, too.
Back in the day, both of them were good friends.
Which two?
Kwan and Sprite.
But that was before.
One girl is an honor student and the other...
A slut?
-I didn't say the word. -Hey.
You're mean. Meanie!
I meant to say that she's like a bimbo.
-You're the one who's mean! -That's all right.
No. You were mean the second you brought up this topic.
No, you were!
-You're the one. -That wasn't me.
Basil chicken on rice, please.
Hey. You okay?
Just tired.
-Tired from going to the toilet? -Yes.
-I'll see you in class, then. -Okay.
-Well. -I'm telling you.
You don't have money. How did you buy it?
Oh. Hi, Krit.
Hi, Toei.
You first.
What was that about?
You were close with him last year.
Why do you look awkward with each other now?
-Yes. -Well...
-Now we aren't that close anymore. -How come?
He told me he had feelings for me.
When I didn't feel the same, he disappeared.
-Gosh. -My goodness.
You are cute, so it's only normal that guys fall for you.
-Yes. -That's right.
Oh, hey. There's your ex.
Isn't he cute? With that Chinese-boy look and nice body. He's totally my type.
-Yes. -Yes.
Tar is always late.
Let's go before all the seats are full.
It's just the way he is, you know that.
We're going to take off first.
Goodbye, sir.
Hold it, Mr. Chaichana.
Tuck your shirt in properly.
School is over already.
Put your hands down.
School is done, but you aren't done wearing your uniform.
No matter where you go, you should wear your uniform properly. Understood?
Did the person who wrote the rule book tell you that?
Just remember this.
When you have your uniform on, wear it properly.
Yes, sir. From now on, I will wear my uniform properly.
Goodbye.
Do you argue just for the fun of it or what?
Here we go.
-Be careful. -I missed that.
-I was going to jump him, and he vanished. -Wimp.
What level are you right now?
I have to go. I'll pay you back.
Hey. Where are you going?
Somewhere.
-Really? -See you later.
KINGTEX CONDOMS
Sala Daeng Station.
Do you live around here?
Yes. You live around here too, Win?
You already know my name?
Not really. The whole school knows who you are.
I saw you and your boyfriend at Siam Station,
but I didn't think you would get off at this station.
That guy isn't my boyfriend. He's just a friend.
Can I walk you home, then? So, you won't have to walk alone.
Surprise!
You never change.
How was school?
Same old, same old. It was boring.
But if I was to eat some cupcakes hot out of the oven,
-that would make my day. -All right.
Go watch some TV and I'll bring you some.
-Yes, Mom. -Go.
I am sure no matter how difficult the math problem is,
there isn't any problem I can't solve.
But I really don't understand how your presence in my life
makes me come up with the wrong answers to the easiest of problems.
I can't concentrate and only have you to blame.
Your love theorem
has made math problems impossible for me to solve.
It's not locked, Mom.
Are you done with your homework? It's time for bed.
Come here. Let me kiss you good night.
Don't forget to bring your glass down tomorrow morning.
-Remember to turn off the light. -Okay.
Wow.
Forty views already.
How many alarm clocks did your mom set to get you here on time?
It took three to do the job.
Whoa. Today is going to be fun.
What's up with him?
Hey. It's only the second day of school
and you're already at it again.
The opportunity presented itself.
Don't bite off more than you can chew.
I'm not.
I'm just asking why.
He's questioning.
Hey, Win.
Don't you have class today?
Hey, he's so cute.
He's such a rebel and so cool, too.
Two in one!
Wait a second.
Why isn't he wearing a school uniform? What do you think he's up to?
Who knows.
You don't know? I thought you have lots of guy friends.
You of all people should know.
Any student dressed improperly
must come to the front and report to me now.
Ma'am, why do we have to wear uniforms to school?
It is a school regulation that has been around for decades.
So, if the rule is decades old,
teachers should be able to answer why we wear uniforms to school.
Yes.
I will see you in the student discipline office right after.
You really are something.
Follow me.
Mr. Chaichana, what are you trying to prove?
Are you trying to challenge me?
I'm not challenging you, sir.
You never gave me an explanation
-for why I have to wear a uniform. -I know you just don't want to wear it.
So, whatever explanation I give you,
you'll find a way to argue with it.
Can you just give the reason why I should wear my uniform?
You are a student, so you should wear a student uniform.
I know I'm a student,
but why am I required to wear a uniform?
Are you not proud to wear this school's uniform?
It is a symbol of something you should be proud of.
What if
just studying here makes me proud?
I don't need a uniform to be proud.
Mr. Chaichana, this is going too far.
Actually, Ms. Wilai doesn't owe you an explanation.
She also doesn't have to put up with you arguing with her like that.
-You still haven't answered my question. -Enough already, Mr. Chaichana!
Last time
we studied about the three brain systems that develop the feeling of love.
Tar.
Do you think Win is going to get in trouble?
I have no idea.
But there is no need to worry about him. Win is good at getting out of trouble.
You play the guitar?
I have been playing since eighth grade.
Wow.
We've been in the same class for a year and I never knew.
You want to come see me play?
Yes.
That's great. The more the merrier.
Whenever we get to be close to someone we like...
You nod like one of those bobble-head dolls in a car.
Like this?
Today, we will dig deeper on the subject of...
He's coming out!
Man, is Win cool or what?
Win.
Why did you come home? Why aren't you at school?
I went already, but they sent me home.
Why aren't you wearing your school uniform, then?
What are you up to?
Whatever it is, don't let it ruin your grades.
Have I ever flunked a test yet?
I'm going back to sleep. Just do whatever you were doing.
Mr. Chaichana, what are you trying to prove?
Are you trying to challenge me?
I know you just don't want to wear it.
So, whatever explanation I give you,
you'll find a way to argue with it.
WHY DO WE HAVE TO WEAR UNIFORMS?
The hormones that are responsible for development,
known as the growth hormones,
are very important for teenagers.
The most important one is the sex hormone
that is secreted by your brain during puberty.
TOMORROW, COME AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
This sex hormone triggers the production of estrogen in the body.
Good morning.
Everybody saw what happened to the student who broke the dress code, right?
I want to warn everyone
to strictly follow all the rules.
This morning's incident should not happen again.
I will show no leniency anymore.
Understood?
Yes, sir.
Wait until you see this.
Everybody saw what happened to the student who broke the dress code, right?
He's going to say the same thing to the next 100 classes.
Quiet down.
WHY DO WE HAVE TO WEAR UNIFORMS?
BEE
Win.
You are my idol.
Can I shake your hand?
Greetings to all the NDB students.
I am Panat Chaijindachoke, also known as Pop. I'm a sophomore.
Today we have a special report.
What is taking place
has never occurred in the history of our school. Look!
-They didn't wear uniforms to school. -Yes.
We are standing here with Mr. Win. He is the leader of this movement.
Good morning, Mr. Win.
What's the deal, Pop? Why all the formality?
When filming, I have to be professional.
Mr. Win, how do you feel about what is happening?
It is what I expected to happen.
What do you mean by "expected"? Tell us your thoughts.
I believe what occurred today happened because we share the same ideas.
As for what will happen next, we all must stick around and see.
Let's go and interview a few more people who have dressed casually today.
Thank you for your time, Mr. Win.
Damn, dude.
This is way better than expected.
So, what are you going to do next?
I will just let things play out as they are.
-Hey, you guys. -That looks nice.
You dressed like twins.
-They are twins all right. -Yes, we are.
-Did you two plan this? -No.
-It looks girly. -Hey!
You guys all dressed casually today, too?
Cool.
Toei, that shirt looks cute on you.
The guys will definitely notice you.
I have worn this shirt many times.
What do you mean?
-Girls, let's go to the bathroom. -Okay. Come on.
I don't feel like I need to go.
I will see you during the assembly.
Who invited her?
I didn't. Did you, Karn?
-No. It was not me. -Neither did I.
I know, right?
Mr. Chaichana.
Are you responsible for what happened today?
-Yes. -What are you trying to accomplish?
Just take a look yourself.
Are you crazy?
Why? What are you afraid of?
Are you trying to get yourself expelled?
Hey.
All right.
All the students who broke the dress code and dressed casually today,
there's no need to stay in line!
Go to the gym!
Right now! Go!
-Why? -No way!
-No way. -What the hell?
What's going on?
Who instigated all of this?
What's the matter with all of you? How did you allow it to get this far?
You, with your hand up. What is it?
I am the one who started this.
You think by raising your hand and confessing makes you cool, right?
The rest of you are the same.
What were you thinking,
following his crazy example?
I can ask people to join,
but I can't force them to follow.
I think everyone here is not satisfied with the reason you gave.
I already explained why last time.
Why do I have to repeat myself?
You didn't really answer my question.
If I can prove I am able to keep up my grades,
then can I dress casually to school?
You only think about yourself.
How about the others who follow the rules?
How come they can follow the rules,
but you can't?
I do not see
what one has to do with the other.
About the hairstyle regulation,
regardless if my hair is long or short
my grades are the same.
So, why shouldn't I be allowed to trim my hair the way I like?
I agree. Whether it's trimming or dyeing,
my test scores won't be affected.
You see? If we allow one thing,
then all of you will demand more. It would be endless,
when it comes to following the latest fashion.
Sooner or later, nobody will care about studying anymore.
Can you give us one semester to prove ourselves?
I will keep up my grades for sure.
Or maybe,
I'll even do better.
That's enough. Quiet. Stop!
This is a school, not a market where you can bargain.
Rules are rules.
There isn't any negotiation allowed.
We don't need a compromise.
But what we need is an answer to our question.
Yes, the faculty has given us all kinds of answers,
but none of them seem to be the answer to our question.
Isn't it because the answer you got wasn't the one you would like to hear?
Try to think of it this way.
If there was a thief who stole your bag,
who would be the first person
you think of to ask for help?
The police.
And how can you distinguish who is a police officer and who isn't?
Police officers wear a uniform, right?
Every profession has its role.
A uniform defines what kind of role a person plays in society.
So, the role of a police officer is to look after the public.
If we are in trouble, the first thing we do is
look for a police officer.
The uniform the officer wears is also a reminder
of the role he must perform if a thief runs past him. Right?
Right.
So, the reason why you wear a uniform
is to remind yourself that you are a student.
Your role as a student is to study.
Your uniform is a reminder of your responsibility as a student.
When you don't have any classes,
then you don't need to wear the uniform.
Ma'am.
Then why is it okay for students in countries like America
to not wear uniforms?
They have no problem studying. They even set the example.
If you think of it that way...
Let's take a very advanced nation like Japan as an example.
The students there wear uniforms too,
and we all know that discipline is the core of their prosperity, right?
Everything has its own reason.
You have your reasons, too.
But when you are at school, we have rules that everyone must follow,
whether you are a student or a teacher.
If you break the rules
you will be punished.
The rules are part of what makes up this school.
So, if you don't follow the school rules, then how can this place be a school?
This afternoon, all of you will help clean the gym.
Today, I will allow you to attend class,
but tomorrow if I see you wearing casual clothes,
it will be deemed a serious infraction.
Understood?
Understood.
Maybe I should use this broom to hit you.
Bring it on.
Hey, it's Peck.
-Hey, Peck! -Peck.
Hey, Peck!
How are you doing? We haven't seen you since you graduated.
You know I have a life.
If all I did was hang out with you guys,
people would think I'm the head of a high school gang.
That's so lame.
You are our idol.
Just walking behind you is cool.
Are you waiting to pick up Sprite?
Yes. There she is.
Peck.
What's up?
You modified your bike.
-It's dope. -Yes.
I just customized it last week.
-I have to go. See you later. -Okay.
-Bye. -Bye.
Hey.
-I need to change the water. Hold this. -Okay.
Are you admiring your work?
Things worked out well as I expected.
But I figured
someone like you would be too afraid to break the rules.
I'm not afraid,
but I don't think what you are doing will do any good.
I'm not surprised.
People like you just won't get it.
Get what?
Questioning the status quo.
People like you just do what you are told without questioning why.
If you never stop to question, you will never get answers.
Without real answers, you only live life by what others tell you is right.
You never stop to question the truth to see if it is a lie.
You go on living your life
without really trying to understand why things are the way they are.
Do you see what can happen when people start questioning? Change is possible.
So, how do you feel about the response you received?
See for yourself.
The fact that we are all here together,
it means we won.
You won?
Tomorrow everything will be as if nothing ever happened.
Right now, all you are is a kid with something to prove.
There really isn't anything much more to it than that.
If what you're believing in really brings about such an impact,
why haven't you gotten the school to change the rules?
I have to go.
Ms. Aor wanted me to see how all of you are doing.
NEXT EPISODE
Are you interested in auditioning for my band, as a guitarist?
See Scape that drove the crowd crazy at last year's school fair?
My heart is still pounding.
Now, let's see.
If See Scape's lead guitarist can play along with this beat.
Have you ever wanted to do something for someone?
What are you saying?
But all of this...
I did all this for you, Toei.
Subtitle translation by Joey Vajrabukk