Director promises dank thrills in Tham Luang rescue saga

14 Sept 20:31 Key points summarised by AI

Director Tom Waller's film "The Cave" chronicles the 2018 Tham Luang rescue, uniquely focusing on the international volunteer cave divers rather than the trapped boys.
The film enhances authenticity by casting over a dozen actual rescue personnel to play themselves, capturing their real experiences and emotions.
Waller aimed to create a visceral, claustrophobic experience for viewers, emphasizing the murky, dark, and realistic conditions of the flooded caves, contrasting with typical clear Hollywood underwater scenes.
Shot extensively in real, year-round flooded caves, the production prioritized an immersive and challenging environment to accurately portray the harrowing rescue operation.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn

Yesterday 18:24 Key points summarised by AI

A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.
Black Lotus Global LLC, managing Nene Royal's rights, has legitimate trademark applications for various categories under fast-track processing, with final approval anticipated by February 2027.
The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) monitors international trademark filings to protect Thai creators and advises early registration to prevent unauthorized third-party claims, noting a "NENE" trademark already registered in South Korea.