My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow (2008)

My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow (2008) poster

It's the summer of 1963 in the Swedish countryside. Today is Martin's 12th birthday and, as always, his shy uncle Helmer arrives at the party before anyone else. Also as usual, his birthday present is something yellow. Helmer is very fond of the colour yellow. But when Uncle Helmer decides to paint his house yellow, the neighbours protest. And one day Martin hears rumours that Uncle Helmer is in the "madhouse" ...A tragicomic short about a moving relationship between a boy and a rather special uncle.

Director: Mats Olof Olsson
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 9 min
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Country: Sweden
Language: svenska
Original Language: sv

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short film

More Films by Director: Mats Olof Olsson
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow about?
It's the summer of 1963 in the Swedish countryside. Today is Martin's 12th birthday and, as always, his shy uncle Helmer arrives at the party before anyone else. Also as usual, his birthday present is something yellow. Helmer is very fond of the colour yellow. But when Uncle Helmer decides to paint his house yellow, the neighbours protest. And one day Martin hears rumours that Uncle Helmer is in the "madhouse" ...A tragicomic short about a moving relationship between a boy and a rather special uncle.
Who directed My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow?
My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow was directed by Mats Olof Olsson.
Who stars in My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow?
My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow stars Albin Johansson, Claes Månsson.
How long is My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow?
My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
What genre is My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow?
My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow is a Drama film.
Where was My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow produced?
My Uncle Loved the Colour Yellow was produced in Sweden.