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Present Perfect

Present Perfect  ·  2012, Thailand
6.5
1,280 ratings
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● Completed 🕑 2012

The story of Toey who escapes the big city to mend a broken heart but by coincidence meets Oat, a young engaged man. Both feeling lonely and desolate, their instant friendship increasingly turns deeper to love... (Source:…

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Present Perfect is a tender Thai short film that captures the quiet magic of unexpected connection. Toey, nursing a broken heart, flees the chaos of Bangkok for a peaceful seaside retreat. There, by a twist of fate, he meets Oat—a young man engaged to be married yet carrying his own loneliness. What begins as a hesitant friendship between two solitary souls slowly blossoms into something deeper and more profound. Through stolen glances, shared silences, and simple moments of understanding, the film delicately explores the ache of unspoken feelings and the courage it takes to embrace love on your own terms. Beautifully understated and emotionally resonant, this 2012 gem proves that sometimes the heart knows exactly the right moment to heal.

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moonlight_romancer
August 2024
9/10
I'm a sucker for quiet, realistic love stories and this one hit me right in the heart. Toey and Oat's connection felt so genuine—the way they heal each other without grand gestures is everything. The final scene had me teary-eyed. A hidden gem!
PL
plot_logic_ninja
March 2025
6/10
As a short film, it's beautifully shot but the pacing drags. The emotional beats are predictable and the dialogue feels a bit stilted. I appreciate the sincere queer representation, but the story needed stronger conflict to hold my attention.
FB
frame_by_frame_queen
December 2024
8/10
The cinematography is stunning—every frame feels like a painting, especially the golden hour beach shots. The color palette subtly shifts from cool blues to warm tones as the romance blooms. A visual treat that enhances the emotional narrative.
CA
consent_and_care_critic
July 2024
7/10
I appreciated how the film handles consent and emotional boundaries. Neither character pressures the other, and the relationship develops through mutual vulnerability. A refreshingly respectful portrayal of queer love, even if the runtime limits depth.
OA
ost_addict_99
February 2025
7/10
The instrumental soundtrack is subtle but perfectly complements the mood—especially the piano piece during the night market scene. It's not a showstopper soundtrack, but it fits the film's gentle, introspective tone like a glove.