Breaking The Cycle captures the political awakening among Thais after the rise and fall of Thanathorn, a young politician who calls to end the cycle of coups d’etat. The film explores the 2019 election in Thailand, which marked the end of five years of full military rule and a new group of young politicians who campaign against an authoritarian constitution, sparking hope and a once-in-a- generation youth movement.

Dir. Aekaphong Saransate, Thanakrit Duangmaneeporn | 116min | 2024 | Thailand

"a thrilling documentary about an extraordinary political campaign that shook a nation......at a time when far-right rhetoric continues to grip electorates across the world, this is a vital reminder that progressive movements are also thriving on a global scale" - Guardian

"a portrait of the generational, social and aspirational divide between a social media-savvy younger population and Thailand’s intensely conservative ruling class, which controls all the levers of power" - Variety

"a bold and uncompromising account of a troubled political landscape and a thrilling portrait of an individual who challenged it" - Sheffield Doc Fest

"a gripping journey through Thailand's political landscape" - Hotdocs