Muay Thai Chaiya movie DVD martial arts action

Muay Thai Chaiya is the latest offering from Thai cinema that puts the martial arts in the forefront of the story. As the story goes; we are introduced to a variation of the Muay Thai art known as Muay Thai Chaiya; where seemingly defensive moves and techniques have hidden offensive powers and attributes. Practioners seem to be taking in more blows than to dish out pain; but are actually waiting for the right moments for counter-attacks. The story focus on three friends; all practitioners of Muay Thai; who seek out fame and fortune in the city. Unfortunately; there is no hero in this film; as the three turn to the dark side; and become involved with drugs; alcohol; murder; and corruption. In this sense; it is more of a highly believable; fictionalized documentary of life in urban Thailand. There is plenty of action; and the aspects of the Chaiya form of Muay Thai is fascinating. Our recommendation is to watch the movie for the action; and ignore the weak plot and numerous subplots.