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The Beach

2000 · 119 min · Drama

A restless young backpacker in Thailand obtains a map to a hidden island paradise and joins a secret community of travelers living in an idyllic beach commune — until the serpent in their Eden reveals itself. Danny Boyle's seductive, disquieting drama.

Why it’s here

A foreign backpacker story whose central dream and collapse unfold around a hidden Thai island community.

Runtime
119 min
Genre
Drama · Adventure · Romance
Mood
romantic · thoughtful · uplifting
Entry
easy entry
Best for
first visit
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Part of 10 Movies Set in or About Thailand

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