KUMLAN
Kumlan
This is footage recorded in 2005 and released years later. It concerns a low-budget paranormal show that was investigating the possible existence of a mysterious creature from local folklore in the forests of Thailand.
Intelligence Brief
KUMLAN resurrects lost footage from 2005 to weave a chilling tale of folklore and found footage horror in Thailand's dense forests.
- Why it matters: It taps into Southeast Asian folklore rarely seen in western horror, enriching the genre's cultural tapestry while exploiting the found footage format with authentic period detail.
- What we know: The film is presented as recovered footage from a defunct paranormal investigation show exploring a mysterious local creature, blending regional myth with naturalistic dread.
- Who's involved: Directed by Pramot Numsinlark, featuring local talent Kitiyar Wimolnantapong, Thanakrit Noopun, and Suraphat Malisorn, lending authenticity and a fresh voice to the genre.
- The buzz: Early whispers highlight its atmospheric tension and respectful folklore adaptation; a promising entry for horror fans craving non-Western narratives and practical effects-driven scares.
Production Intel
- Status
- In Production
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
14
Slow Burn
100
Psychological
100
Supernatural
40
Creature
36
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
85
Survival
17