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Local Color 2008

Runtime

107 min

Language

English

English

In 1974, a gifted but struggling young artist develops an unexpected friendship with a cynical, older painter. The connection reignites the elder’s love for art and a zest for life. Through their shared experiences, the young man gains a new perspective, seeing beyond the master’s disillusionment, while the older man finds renewed appreciation for the vibrancy of youth and the simple joys of creation.

In 1974, a gifted but struggling young artist develops an unexpected friendship with a cynical, older painter. The connection reignites the elder’s love for art and a zest for life. Through their shared experiences, the young man gains a new perspective, seeing beyond the master’s disillusionment, while the older man finds renewed appreciation for the vibrancy of youth and the simple joys of creation.

Does Local Color have end credit scenes?

No!

Local Color does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Rotten Tomatoes
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39%

TOMATOMETER

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59%

User Score

IMDb

6.8 /10

IMDb Rating

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Local Color | Trailer | Armin Mueller-Stahl | Trevor Morgan | Ray Liotta | George Gallo

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