Panor 2025
“Get ready for the origin of the art of the devil.”
What is Panor?
Panor is a 2025 Thai psychological horror film directed by Putipong Saisikaew. The film serves as a loose reboot of the Art of the Devil series, with Saisikaew returning to the helm after previously co-directing the second installment.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2025
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 124 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 16, 2025
- Original language
- TH
- Origin
- Thailand
- Studios
- Five Star Production
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
Panor is a 2025 Thai psychological horror film directed by Putipong Saisikaew. The film serves as a loose reboot of the Art of the Devil series, with Saisikaew returning to the helm after previously co-directing the second installment. The story centers on a young woman named Panor who was born during an ancient village ritual involving black magic. Because of the circumstances of her birth, she faces social isolation as mysterious misfortunes plague the people around her. To resolve her situation, she must investigate and uncover the truth behind the dark curse that has haunted her since she was born. The film features a cast that includes Cherprang Areekul, Jackrin Kungwankiatichai, Rattanawadee Wongthong, Natthawat Thanattaweeprasert, and Nantawan Pongprasertsin. The project was showcased at the New York Asian Film Festival. The film is also known by its Thai title, Phano. It explores themes of supernatural influence and the struggle for identity within the context of a cursed existence.
Should you watch it?
“A cursed woman confronts her dark destiny in this haunting tale.”
- Compelling lead performance drives emotional core
- Intriguing curse mystery unfolds steadily
- Strong atmospheric world-building
- Pacing may feel slow to some viewers
- Mystery elements could frustrate those wanting faster reveals
you enjoy character-driven supernatural dramas with folk horror elements.
Contains mature themes and supernatural content suitable for adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this film part of a series?
No, this is a standalone feature film.
What genre would you classify this as?
It's primarily a supernatural drama with folk horror elements.
Does it have jump scares?
The film relies more on atmospheric tension than sudden scares.
Is the ending satisfying?
The conclusion provides resolution to the central mystery.
Are there subtitles or dubbing options?
Subtitle and dubbing options vary by distribution platform and region.