Apichatpong 'Joe' Weerasethakul is a Thai independent film director, screenwriter, and film producer. He works outside the strict boundaries of the Thai film studio system and has directed several feature films and many short films, showcasing his unique cinematic style. His contributions to film often reflect a blend of cultural identity, spirituality, and social issues, making him a significant figure in contemporary cinema.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 360 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - Asia/Bangkok (7:0 E)
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Meaning of the name - Apichatpong
The meaning of Apichatpong is not widely known or understood outside of Thai culture. It is a unique name with a strong cultural connection.
Read Full Apichatpong Name AnalysisJuly 16, 1970 Facts
Generation Group
Apichatpong Weerasethakul belongs to the Generation X group.
Place of Birth: Bangkok
Educated At: School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Khon Kaen University
Occupation: installation artist | director | film producer | film director | screenwriter
Awards Received: Yanghyun Prize | Officer of Arts and Letters | Fukuoka Asian Culture Prize | Jury Prize
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.Ephemeris for July 16, 1970
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on July 16, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for July 16, 2026 |
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| Sun | 23 Cancer 15 | 23 Cancer 42 | 17 Virgo 4 |
| Moon | 17 Sagittarius 6 | 18 Leo 34 | 4 Capricorn 39 |
| Mercury | 3 Leo 44 | 18 Cancer 46 | 22 Virgo 8 |
| Venus | 4 Virgo 13 | 7 Virgo 10 | 2 Scorpio 50 |
| Mars | 28 Cancer 40 | 12 Gemini 14 | 4 Virgo 27 |
| Jupiter | 26 Libra 42 | 3 Leo 29 | 3 Scorpio 57 |
| Saturn | 20 Taurus 41 | 14 Aries 31 | 22 Taurus 49 |
| Uranus | 5 Libra 12 | 4 Gemini 26 | 7 Libra 50 |
| Neptune | 28 Scorpio 16 | 4 Aries 23 | 28 Scorpio 22 |
| Pluto | 25 Virgo 7 | 4 Aquarius 32 | 26 Virgo 50 |
| Rahu | 4 Pisces 53 | 1 Pisces 46 | 1 Pisces 55 |
| Ketu | 4 Virgo 53 | 1 Virgo 46 | 1 Virgo 55 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2026
Apichatpong Weerasethakul's 2026 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars opposition Mars
Exact: 21 January, 2026 - Mars square Sun
Exact: 11 May, 2026 - Rahu conjunction Rahu
Exact: 11 May, 2026 - Ketu conjunction Ketu
Exact: 11 May, 2026 - Ketu conjunction Venus
Exact: 21 May, 2026 - Jupiter conjunction Sun
Exact: 31 May, 2026 - Mars aspects Moon
Exact: 10 June, 2026 - Jupiter conjunction Mars
Exact: 30 June, 2026 - Jupiter conjunction Mercury
Exact: 20 July, 2026 - Mars conjunction Sun
Exact: 18 September, 2026 - Jupiter trine Moon
Exact: 18 September, 2026 - Mars aspects Rahu
Exact: 08 October, 2026 - Mars conjunction Venus
Exact: 07 December, 2026
