Ton Som Saen Ruk (1986)

Ton Som Saen Ruk 1986 / ต้นส้มแสนรัก 1986 / My Beloved Orange Tree , My Sweet Orange Tree ,

Saen is a precocious and smart 6 y.o. boy. He learned to read by watching his older siblings. His family is in financial trouble and move to the country side where their backyard has orange trees. In order to raise money, Saen decides to polish shoes. He soon meets Uncle Samaan, who sings and performs. Saen joins him because he is determined to raise money. However, another obstacle comes up when a road is planned through their field and they must cut down the orange trees. Saen is determined to save his beloved orange trees.