Nonzee, a renowned Thai filmmaker, has made a significant impact in the industry with his work as a director, producer, and screenwriter. He is particularly famous for his ghost thriller, Nang Nak, and is often regarded as the pioneer of a "New Wave" of Thai filmmakers, which also includes notable names such as Pen-Ek Ratanaruang, Wisit Sasanatieng, and Apichatpong Weerasethakul.
Nonzee's educational background is impressive, having graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in visual communication design from the Faculty of Decorative Arts at Silpakorn University in 1987. During his time at university, he had the opportunity to study alongside notable individuals such as Wisit Sasanatieng and production designer Ek Lemchuen.
Nonzee's career began in the television and music video industry, where he honed his skills as a director. In 2008, he became the fifth filmmaker to receive the prestigious Silpathorn Award, an honor that has previously been bestowed upon esteemed individuals such as Pen-Ek Ratanaruang, Apichatpong Weerasethakul, Wisit Sasanatieng, and Thunska Pansittivorakul.
Throughout his career, Nonzee has demonstrated his versatility and talent as a filmmaker, and his contributions to the Thai film industry have been widely recognized.
