Lonely Planet, 2024 - ★★★
Watched on Thursday October 17, 2024.
The Wild Robot, 2024 - ★★★★
The Wild Robot captured my heart from the moment I watched the trailer, and the movie did not disappoint! It's such a heartwarming story that’s packed with love and emotions, proving that simple yet well-crafted films can make the biggest impact and win people’s hearts. I was amazed at how it made me care about every character in less than two hours. I also loved the visuals and how time flowed seamlessly in the story, capturing the essence of life and nature.
I tried to back up my iPad so I could finally update it to iPadOS 18, only to discover that there wasn’t enough space for the backup—after waiting for the entire day! To make matters worse, I got told that I would have to wait six hours to cancel the backup process. What a big waste of my day. 😩
Seriously, should I just go for the update without backing up anything? 🤔
The Commission 00009-Knowledge Flow Consulting by Pratik
Knowledge Flow Consulting Pratik reached out to discuss creating a logo for his new business, Knowledge Flow Consulting, which focuses on research consulting services for educational sectors and non-profits. This project presents a series of intriguing challenges for me. Given that it's a research consulting business and operates on a Business-to-Business (B2B) model, I needed to set aside my playful approach to lettering, tapping instead into my branding and typography skills.
Happy October, everyone! 🎉 I just made a free wallpaper for the season, and it's available in desktop, iPad, and iPhone versions. If you’re feeling generous, I’d appreciate a few bucks for it! Here’s to a spooky and fun Halloween month ahead! 🎃👻
Joker: Folie à Deux, 2024 - ★★★½
Joker: Folie à Deux is essentially Todd Phillips' way of expressing just how reluctant he was to make another “Joker” movie. LOL! However, it’s not entirely bad if you view the film as a journey inside Arthur Fleck's mind—a space filled with depression, dissociation, and fantasy, almost devoid of reality. While it sometimes drags and can border on dull, I think it captures that concept quite well. I truly empathized with Arthur and all his trauma and tragedy.
The Commission 00008-The Galileo Passport Case by Strathmere Leather
It’s incredible how quickly Aaron is launching new product lines for Strathmere Leather! Enter The Galileo—the premium passport case. What’s great about The Galileo is that it can hold not only a passport but also a pocket notebook and an international driving license, all in one case! Conceptualizing Now, back to our logo commission. Initially, Aaron provided direction for the design, referencing the classic looks of Trans World Airlines, Pan Am, and Frank Sinatra album covers.
Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window, 2023 - ★★★★
I read this novel as a teen, and the movie adaptation has had an even greater impact on me now that I better understand the world and the nuances of the story. It is a story filled with hope amidst the obstacles and challenges faced by Totto-chan and those around her. I wish the world had more schools like Tomoe Gakuen, where children are encouraged to express themselves and explore their interests freely.
Transformers One, 2024 - ★★★★
If you’re a Transformers fan, you’ll probably enjoy Transformers One. The movie is definitely a refreshing take on the franchise, and honestly, it’s way better than those live-action films we’ve been getting for years. The ending leaves you wanting to see the sequel. The voice acting is familiar because it is none other than Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson and Jon Hamm! However, some scenes may feel a bit flat, particularly due to the music and sound effects that seem a bit lacking.
The Commission 00007-The Jefferson Notebook by Strathmere Leather
The Jefferson logo I thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with Aaron on the logo designs. His entire brand identity resonates with me, and I loved it so much that I began drafting ideas as soon as I saw his new projects, even before he requested them! This time, I've worked on the commissioned logo for The Jefferson Notebook case, his latest product for Strathmere Leather—one that I hope to get my hands on soon.
Taklee Genesis, 2024 - ★★★★
"Taklee Genesis" is one of the most ambitious Thai films I’ve ever watched! It stands out as a good sci-fi movie, even by Hollywood standards. I loved how it blends traditional Thai culture with futuristic elements, making it both unique and relatable. While it does have some flaws in balancing heavy sci-fi concepts with storytelling, it’s genuinely refreshing to see a Thai film push the boundaries of the genre like this.
The Commission 00006-Linkage.lol for Lou Plummer
After the stress of designing business logos, I finally had the opportunity to create a fun lettering style, thanks to Lou Plummer who writes a blog specifically for app reviews! The task was straightforward: a website header for his other blog linkage.lol. I drafted several lettering styles and sent them to him for selection. As much as I love script styles—finding them much more enjoyable to design—he preferred the simple styles with all caps.
The Little Comedian, 2010 - ★★★★
Watched on Saturday March 13, 2010.
In Honor of My Late Grandmother
My grandmother lived for 94 years, experiencing wars and four reigns of Thailand. Year after year, our entire family—over a dozen of us—gathered at Grandma's house to share meals during ceremonies, holidays, and birthdays. It was certainly more than a hundred gatherings that she graced us with. She was always there with us from the moment we entered this world. You could even say that our earliest memories began with her presence.
In Honor of My Late Grandmother
My grandmother lived for 94 years, experiencing wars and four reigns of Thailand. Year after year, our entire family—over a dozen of us—gathered at Grandma's house to share meals during ceremonies, holidays, and birthdays. It was certainly more than a hundred gatherings that she graced us with. She was always there with us from the moment we entered this world. You could even say that our earliest memories began with her presence.
The Paradise of Thorns, 2024 - ★★★★
วิมานหนาม เป็นหนึ่งในหนังไทยที่ Music Score ดีที่สุด เมื่อประกอบการงานภาพแล้วยิ่งช่วยยกระดับการเล่าเรื่องได้ลงตัว เนื้อเรื่องขยี้สภาพสังคมที่ต้องกระเสือกกระสนเพื่อให้ตนนั้นไม่ถูกกดทับด้วยสภาพสังคมชายเป็นใหญ่ แม้ว่าสิ่งที่ตนคิดว่าดีกว่า จนถึงขั้นทิ่มแทงกันแก่งแย่งชิงดีให้ได้มา อาจต้องแลกด้วยเลือดที่หลั่งไหลไม่มีวันหยุดก็ตาม "Paradise of Thorns" music score is absolutely top-notch. The mixture of tense and haunting melodies perfectly complements the beautifully crafted visuals. The storyline really hits home with its critique of societal issues, showing how people are pushed to their limits and forced to compete against each other in a never-ending cycle of struggle. It's a harsh reality that is portrayed through morally ambiguous characters who are all victims of a patriarchal society.
BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI-, 2024 - ★★★½
You could never convince me that Blue Lock: Episode Nagi is not a love story! The way they speed through those football games just to focus on the relationship between Nagi and Reo is too obvious. They almost held hands on one shot LOL. Reo's heartbreak at the end just sealed the deal for me and my heart broke alongside Reo. 😭 But honestly, the pacing was all over the place and they barely scratched the surface when it came to character and story development.
Alien: Romulus, 2024 - ★★★★
Alien: Romulus succeeded in creating tension and atmosphere throughout the movie. While the plot was predictable, it still managed to keep you on the edge of your seat, prompting you to silently urge the characters to “Don’t Breathe” (pun intended, of course). The third act was exceptionally creepy; however, I believe we were exposed to the scariness for too long, which diminished its effectiveness compared to what the filmmakers intended.
Anyone But You, 2023 - ★★★½
Sometimes, a lighthearted romance driven solely by the actors' chemistry is more than enough to bring a smile to my face.
The Commission 00005-Strathmere Leather by Aaron Aiken
Once again commissioned by Aaron, I was tasked with designing a logo to serve as a website header for his brand, "Strathmere Leather." This time, the goal was to create a logo that embodies the entire brand identity, moving beyond the product-specific design of the previous Ocean Front logo. The challenge lies in balancing simplicity with the luxurious feel of handmade leather craftsmanship. Initial Concepts and Inspirations