‘Six Months in a Pink and Blue Building’ Deepens Mexican Bruno Santamaría Razo’s Exploration of Secrets, Memory and Childhood
Bruno Santamaría Razo's film 'Six Months in a Pink and Blue Building' premiered at Cannes' Critics' Week. The autobiographical film explores childhood experiences and family dynamics in the face of adversity. Santamaría emphasizes that while the film may not be factually accurate, it captures the emotional truth of his memories.
- ▪The film is set in early '90s Mexico and follows an 11-year-old boy navigating childhood and questioning his sexuality.
- ▪Bruno learns about his father's HIV diagnosis, which deeply affects his family.
- ▪Santamaría's previous work includes award-winning documentaries, and this is his first fiction film.
- ▪The film has received accolades such as the Best Project Award at the San Sebastián Co-Production Forum.
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Home Film Global May 19, 2026 1:01am PT ‘Six Months in a Pink and Blue Building’ Deepens Mexican Bruno Santamaría Razo’s Exploration of Secrets, Memory and Childhood World premiering in Cannes, the autobiographical film is 'not faithful to facts, but it is faithful to emotional memory,' says Santamaría By Roberto Prieto Plus Icon Roberto Prieto Latest Sundance Winner ‘Hive’ Director Blerta Basholli Releases Her Second Feature ‘Dua’ in Cannes’ Critics’ Week 5 days ago From the Psychological to the Ancestral, Blood Window Showcase is Ready to Scare Audiences at Cannes’ 2026 Marché du Film (EXCLUSIVE) 6 days ago Brazil’s VDF Showcase Makes an Exciting Return to Cannes, Highlighting a Diverse Group of Films From Fresh New Talent (EXCLUSIVE) 4 weeks ago See All Six Months in a Pink and Blue…
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