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2475

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Project Background

Despite Thai society's despair, newly emerging political movements are seeking to explore the forbidden history in a way that has never been done before. People are revisiting an event in Thai history that has been erased from collective memory: the Siamese Revolution of June 24, 1932, a social movement led by a group of people claiming to be the ‘people's party’ that seized power from the Siamese absolute monarchy and instead established a constitution as the supreme power.

In this graphic novel, Thailand’s national history is retold in an intimately human way, allowing readers to explore new perspectives in politics and imagine what life was like under the absolute monarchy. The ideas, fears, loves, hopes, and dreams for a utopian society from the past are echoed in Thai society even now. 
For all commoners,
who insistently withstand,
during the era of changes.
– 2475  Graphic Novel

Synopsis

In Siam, the aftermath of World War I destroyed many people's hopes. The streets are shrouded in fear because of rampant crimes. Nipa is a young journalist who received a secret newsletter from the government declaring that a young, extremist lawyer who recently graduated from university in Paris is assumed to be a threat to the nation's security due to his potential involvement in the communist movement to revolt against the Siamese monarchy.

Nipa has been trying to keep up with the radical movements in order to seek the truth. This introduces her to a group of people proclaiming themselves the 'People's Party,' a young bureaucratic movement with a single goal deposing the Siamese King to transform Siam from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy.

Through her work, Nipa is drawn into the People's Party. She must wear a mask in order to traverse two different worlds, a world that yearns for change, as well as the world of existing powers. When she has to reveal sensitive information to the People's Party, many unexpected events start happening in the life of the young writer - political outspokenness, fear, friendship, betrayal, and even doubts about the faith of humanity take root in her mind.

Characters

Nipa

A young, female journalist working as a shadow writer in a publishing house that is about to close due to the economic downturn. She became involved in the revolution of the Siamese commoners after meeting a group calling themselves ‘the People's Party’.

Nipa is a modern woman, witty, and capable of making important decisions. Her colleagues usually seek her advice when they are unable to solve a writing problem and Nipa is always willing to help.

Nipa is incredibly sweet with those around her. She believes that violence never results in justice and instead nurtures true love. Nipa only has a younger brother who is very close to her. Her little dream is to publish her own novel.

M. R. Seri

An amateur writer in the civil service, seeking  the meaning of life. Through exchange letters with Nipa, he frequently mentions conflicts among civil servants. He is tired of the stressful life of his job. He likes socializing with British journalists and Siamese novelists. He considers dreams to be the most important aspect of life and this piques his curiosity about learning new things. 

For M.R. Seri, life is about trying to find answers to never-ending questions. He is gentle with everyone he meets, but this can make people feel uncomfortable or bad sometimes. Despite appearing to get along well with others, he lacks confidence and has difficulty trusting others.  He often expresses concern that people will take advantage of him.

Arun

A law student who strongly believes in humanism and is always eager to learn new things. Arun has many friends who believe in and respect his leadership. In his spare time, he enjoys sports. He cherishes discussing or debating politics as well as reading biographies of famous people. When he was a child, he had a dream he only ever told his only sister. He wished to live in a better Siamese society, and this was a driving force in his desire to change Siam.

Luang Praditmanutham (Pridi Banomyong)

A political activist, attorney, and educator, Luang Pradit Manutham is a born leader. He can explain his political ideology confidently, tirelessly, and passionately. He has a tendency to take everything seriously (which can be too intense at times). Luang Pradit keeps his composure at all times, earning the admiration of those around him, even earning him the nickname ‘Professor’. While working in Siam, he served as an assistant secretary of the Law Drafting Department, and as a law school professor.  While studying law in France, he was a founding member of the People's Party in Paris.

“Gone are the days when the royals will farm on the backs of the people”

Luang Phibunsongkhram (Plaek Phibunsongkhram)

A Royal Thai Army officer, instructor, and the head of the Air Inspectorate Regiment for Experimental Use of Artillery, Luang Phibun clearly has a different personality than his peers. He is a confident man of few words. He had such sharp ideas that it is difficult to guess what he is thinking, so much so that his friends dubbed him 'Captain’. He rarely evokes a serious standpoint. But whenever he does, he always relies on his excellent communication skills to set listeners at ease. He most enjoys exchanging ideas with Luang Pradit, an ideological companion in whom he trusts.

“The beginning is always today, not tomorrow.”

King Prajadhipok

Leader of the absolute monarchy's government. He rules Siam during a troubling time and enduring pressure from multiple directions. He commonly mentions that his administration causes problems for the majority of public servants.

In his spare time, His Majesty enjoys photography and cinematography, and always brings a camera to take pictures during government fieldwork. He has a large collection of cameras and movies.

“I myself know nothing at all about managing finances, and all I can do is listen to the opinions of others and choose the best. If I have made a mistake, I believe I really deserve to be excused by the people of Siam."

Marshal-Admiral Paribatra Sukhumbandhu

Prince Paripat Sukhumbhand is a highly influential Thai military officer and government minister during the last years of the absolute monarchy. During the reign of King Prajadhipok (Rama VII), he is appointed Minister of Interior and is made a member of the Supreme Council of the State of Siam, responsible for state affairs.

During the Siamese revolution on June 24, 1932, Prince Paripat Sukhumphan is taken hostage as the Bangkok city guardian at the time. He has control over numerous security agencies, including the military and the police.

“If I can pursue my passion, I will study music and languages. Now I am trapped in my own destiny because I was born with a rank that requires me to devote myself to the country.”

Characters

Nipa

A young, female journalist working as a shadow writer in a publishing house that is about to close due to the economic downturn. She became involved in the revolution of the Siamese commoners after meeting a group calling themselves ‘the People's Party’.

Nipa is a modern woman, witty, and capable of making important decisions. Her colleagues usually seek her advice when they are unable to solve a writing problem and Nipa is always willing to help.

Nipa is incredibly sweet with those around her. She believes that violence never results in justice and instead nurtures true love. Nipa only has a younger brother who is very close to her. Her little dream is to publish her own novel.

M. R. Seri

An amateur writer in the civil service, seeking  the meaning of life. Through exchange letters with Nipa, he frequently mentions conflicts among civil servants. He is tired of the stressful life of his job. He likes socializing with British journalists and Siamese novelists. He considers dreams to be the most important aspect of life and this piques his curiosity about learning new things. 

For M.R. Seri, life is about trying to find answers to never-ending questions. He is gentle with everyone he meets, but this can make people feel uncomfortable or bad sometimes. Despite appearing to get along well with others, he lacks confidence and has difficulty trusting others.  He often expresses concern that people will take advantage of him.

Arun

A law student who strongly believes in humanism and is always eager to learn new things. Arun has many friends who believe in and respect his leadership. In his spare time, he enjoys sports. He cherishes discussing or debating politics as well as reading biographies of famous people. When he was a child, he had a dream he only ever told his only sister. He wished to live in a better Siamese society, and this was a driving force in his desire to change Siam.

Luang Praditmanutham (Pridi Banomyong)

A political activist, attorney, and educator, Luang Pradit Manutham is a born leader. He can explain his political ideology confidently, tirelessly, and passionately. He has a tendency to take everything seriously (which can be too intense at times). Luang Pradit keeps his composure at all times, earning the admiration of those around him, even earning him the nickname ‘Professor’. While working in Siam, he served as an assistant secretary of the Law Drafting Department, and as a law school professor.  While studying law in France, he was a founding member of the People's Party in Paris.

“Gone are the days when the royals will farm on the backs of the people”

Luang Phibunsongkhram (Plaek Phibunsongkhram)

A Royal Thai Army officer, instructor, and the head of the Air Inspectorate Regiment for Experimental Use of Artillery, Luang Phibun clearly has a different personality than his peers. He is a confident man of few words. He had such sharp ideas that it is difficult to guess what he is thinking, so much so that his friends dubbed him 'Captain’. He rarely evokes a serious standpoint. But whenever he does, he always relies on his excellent communication skills to set listeners at ease. He most enjoys exchanging ideas with Luang Pradit, an ideological companion in whom he trusts.

“The beginning is always today, not tomorrow.”

King Prajadhipok

Leader of the absolute monarchy's government. He rules Siam during a troubling time and enduring pressure from multiple directions. He commonly mentions that his administration causes problems for the majority of public servants.

In his spare time, His Majesty enjoys photography and cinematography, and always brings a camera to take pictures during government fieldwork. He has a large collection of cameras and movies.

“I myself know nothing at all about managing finances, and all I can do is listen to the opinions of others and choose the best. If I have made a mistake, I believe I really deserve to be excused by the people of Siam."

Marshal-Admiral Paribatra Sukhumbandhu

Prince Paripat Sukhumbhand is a highly influential Thai military officer and government minister during the last years of the absolute monarchy. During the reign of King Prajadhipok (Rama VII), he is appointed Minister of Interior and is made a member of the Supreme Council of the State of Siam, responsible for state affairs.

During the Siamese revolution on June 24, 1932, Prince Paripat Sukhumphan is taken hostage as the Bangkok city guardian at the time. He has control over numerous security agencies, including the military and the police.

“If I can pursue my passion, I will study music and languages. Now I am trapped in my own destiny because I was born with a rank that requires me to devote myself to the country.”

Crowdfunding for this project

The purpose of this crowdfunding project is to bring this graphic novel to Thai society. This project is the small step to raise awareness of the Siamese revolution and bring the forbidden history of Siam to light with a new perspective . 

A part of the revenue will be donated to Thai democracy movements and soft power initiatives like this project.
*The book will be ready to deliver around early 2023.

Book details

10 chapters (approximately)
400 pages (approximately) 
Black/white
Printed on quality paper with well-crafted bookbinding
* Picture shown is for illustration purpose. The book cover is subject to change.

Project timeline

2020
Project kick-off
2021
May 2020 - May 2022 - Research, develop ideas
2021
June 2022 - Aug 2022 - Crowdfunding
2022
June 2022 - Aug 2022 - Crowdfunding
2022
Sep 2022 - Dec 2022 - Develop script, draw manuscript
2023
Early 2023 - Production and deliver books to supporters
May 2020
2021
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พ.ค. 2563 - พ.ค. 2565 วิจัย พัฒนาบท
May 2022
Jun 2022
Jul 2022
Aug 2022
Sep 2022
Oct 2022
Sep 2022
Dec 2022
Early 2023

Package for Pre-order

Pack A

350.-

2475 Siamese Revolution
Graphic Novel X 1
*Delivery fee 40 THB | Total 390 THB

Pack B

700.-

2475 Siamese Revolution
Graphic Novel X 2
*Delivery fee 40 THB | Total 740 THB

Pack C

1,050.-

2475 Siamese Revolution
Graphic Novel X 3
*Delivery fee 40 THB | Total 1,090 THB

Pack D

10,000.-

2475 Siamese Revolution
Graphic Novel (Special Edition) X 1
*Delivery fee 40 THB | Total 10,040 THB
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2475 Siamese Revolution
Graphic Novel X 1

Pack F

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2475 Siamese Revolution
Graphic Novel X 2

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1,050.-

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2475 Siamese Revolution
Graphic Novel X 3

Pack H

3,500.-

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2475 Siamese Revolution
Graphic Novel X 10
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When the crowdfunding reaches 500 books, every book will include a free sticker of Nipa.

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When the crowdfunding reaches 1,500 books, every book will include a free sticker of a random main character.

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When the crowdfunding reaches 3,000 books, every book will include a free postcard of People's Party in Paris.

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ธนิสร์ วีระศักดิ์วงศ์ (สะอาด)

Illustration and story
Sa-ard, or Tanis Werasakwong (b. 1990), is a comic artist, illustrator, and screenplay writer. He made his debut in 2011 with an anthology of ‘slice of life’ short stories in a comic book that earned him an award from Japan’s 5th International Manga Awards. The opus was followed by the lively comic strip series Khropkhrua JengPeng (The Jengpeng Family), collected and published in book form by Kai3, the independent company Sa-ard co-founded with his brother. Sa-ard has continued developing comic journalism works, or “drawcumentaries” as he calls them in his nonfiction work such as Kued: a student life at the multicultural ethnicity(s) school and The Education of a Dreaming Can.

พชรกฤษณ์ โตอิ้ม

Story
Podcharakrit To-im  (b. 1997) is a journalist and filmmaker working across a variety of media. Podcharakrit often uses humor and literary devices to offer his commentary on pressing social and political issues. He is a graduate from Chulalongkorn University with a major in Journalism and minor in Political Science. His recent works include a short film Into the Heart of Darkness (Thai: รักแรมทาง Rạk ræm thāng, literally Place attachment on home return travel, 2020), a Thai verse Invocations: Act of Writing Amidst Absurdity (2021), an essay The Dangerous Future on a Fracture Mechanics (2021) and animated podcasts Heaven Crumbles: The Marvelous Misadventures of Sudsakorn (2021).

SYSI

Project Coordination
Society of Young Social Innovators (SYSI) is a non-profit organization founded in 2019 to promote active citizenship and social innovation among Thai youth.

โปรเจกต์นี้ถูกพูดถึงบน