# Bad Genius (2017)

> A brilliant Thai student transforms standardized testing into a nerve-shredding international cheating operation that pits ambition against conscience.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/310132

## Facts

- Runtime: 130 min
- Genres: Drama, Crime, Thriller, Comedy
- Director: Nattawut Poonpiriya
- Cast: Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying, Chanon Santinatornkul, Eisaya Hosuwan, Teeradon Supapunpinyo, Thaneth Warakulnukroh, Sarinrat Thomas, Ego Mikitas, Pasin Kuansataporn
- TMDB rating: 7.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6788942/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: breakneck
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: propulsive, witty, anxious, thriller night, movie night

## Synopsis

A high school genius takes on a risky challenge that could change her life forever.

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