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1 This Sunday, the Documentary Club welcomes you to a special screening of the Thai film Railway Sleepers (2016). Directed by independent filmmaker Sompot Chidgasornpongse, the film is an intimate look at the lives of train commuters in Thailand, made from footage collected over the course of eight years by Sompot himself. The screening begins at 5.15pm, with tickets costing 100 baht per seat. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion with the director. The Doc Club Theater is at Charoen Krung 30. 2 Australian cosmetics brand Jurlique celebrates Chinese New Year with the release of two limited-edition products, Activating Water Essence and Rose Body Oil. The Activating Water Essence will keep your skin hydrated, enhancing the effects of serums and moisturisers through the power of Jurlique’s trademark biodynamic+ technology. The Rose Body Oil, meanwhile, is the ideal product for those with dry skin, giving you moist and healthy skin through the power of plants and flowers. The products will last only for the Chinese New Year period, so be sure to grab yours today. 3 No one can dispute the appeal of Thong Lor, one of Bangkok’s hippest neighbourhoods, filled to the brim with quality restaurants, bars and stores that cater to today’s urban lifestyle. To learn about all Thong Lor has to offer, join Sansiri’s new Urban Vibes — Join Our Neighborhood Instagram campaign, where the famous real-estate brand will upload articles and suggestions on the best places to visit in Thong Lor. Members of the Sansiri Family will also be eligible for special deals and rewards from participating stores until March 31. 4 February i s American Pancake Month. In honour of this classic breakfast/dessert, the Clinton Street Baking Company — located at G floor Siam Paragon — is offering exclusive pancakes, with a new special added each week. This week, head over for some scrumptious Apple Pie Pancakes, topped with caramelised apples with cider glaze and cinnamon streusel, available until Feb 21. Next week’s special will be Chocolate Coconut Pancakes, topped with roasted organic pecans, fresh coconut, bittersweet chocolate sauce and real caramel.

5 On Tuesday, Feb 20, the Thai Film Archive — in collaboration with Alliance Francaise Bangkok — will be screening one of Thailand’s most prominent classic films, Santi-Vina (1954), which tells a love story about Santi, a blind man, and Vina, a woman in an unhappy engagement. It was the first Thai film to be shot in 35mm colour, and the first to gain international acclaim and recognition. The film was also featured at the Cannes Classics section of the Cannes Film Festival in 2016. The screening will begin at 7pm at the Alliance Francaise on Witthayu Road, and will cost 120 Baht (60 baht for members) per seat.