The City and Colors of Uncle Henry

Uncle Henry, a man blind from birth, lives in the vibrant city of Hong Kong. In his unique world, a mosaic of sensory perceptions and life experiences shapes his understanding and imaginative representation of colors. Through the perspective of two anthropology students and guided by Henry's own narrative, the documentary invites us to delve into his urban lifestyle, granting insight into his extraordinary palette of colors.

  • Qinyun Gao
    Director
  • Han Xu
    Director
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    炳叔的城市与色彩
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    40 minutes 24 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 30, 2023
  • Country of Origin:
    China
  • Country of Filming:
    Hong Kong
  • Language:
    English, Mandarin Chinese, Yue Chinese (Cantonese)
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Director - Qinyun Gao, Han Xu