Red Yellow Pink
Red Yellow Pink

Movie spotlight

Red Yellow Pink

2020
Movie
89 min
Polish

The story of a son and his mother. He: homosexual. She: strictly Roman Catholic. Two different worlds - a conflict is starting. Can love overcome all prejudices? A film against discrimination. A movie for acceptance.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Nirpal BhogalGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, trapped in a remote, dilapidated house by her estranged, unstable mother, discovers dark family secrets. As her paranoia grows, she must confront the disturbing reality of her confinement and the psychological games being played. The film explores themes of inherited trauma and the blurred lines between sanity and madness.

Critical Reception

Red Yellow Pink received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its slow pacing and underdeveloped plot. While some praised the performances, particularly Sian Brooke's, many found the film to be derivative and lacking in genuine suspense or emotional impact. Audience response was similarly divided, with some appreciating its atmospheric dread and others feeling it was ultimately unsatisfying.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong lead performance and atmospheric tension.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and a lack of originality in its thriller elements.

  • Felt by some to be too slow-paced and ultimately underwhelming.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews and their consensus is not widely available for this film.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a single, remote location, which director Nirpal Bhogal stated was crucial for establishing the claustrophobic atmosphere of the story.

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CinemaSerf

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