Mae Yua Series: A Different Perspective of Thao Sri Sudachan Through the Visual Art Process

Abstract

This academic article aims to analyze the interpretation of the series Mae Yua, which was broadcast as a television drama and through online platforms on Channel ONE31, consisting of 10 episodes. The analysis integrates the storyline with theoretical concepts, chronicles, historical texts, and relevant academic documents. It was found that Mae Yua was a creative work whose plot was based on historical information about Thao Sri Sudachan, a woman who played a significant role during the Ayutthaya period and was portrayed negatively according to patriarchal principles. The series was presented from a different perspective from historical records. The author analyzed the elements of the television drama, including the main idea and conclusion, the presentation of historical content through various symbolic representations, and perspectives on gender and LGBTQ issues. The connection among the main characters was also explored to reveal the reasons behind their expressions and behaviors, rather than interpreting them merely through written historical narratives as in previous representations. The writing presents a narrative interpretation that diverges from conventional historical accounts, reflecting the distinctive presentation style of the series Mae Yua.