72SSIFF - 20/28 September 2024
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The Boy Who Turned Yellow

Michael Powell
     55 m.
Synopsis
A schoolboy suddenly turns yellow while travelling on the underground and is later visited by an alien, Nick, who emerges from the family television and takes him on a tour of the Tower of London. Caught and accused of treason, he is about to be beheaded when he manages to get home with Nick's help, and return to his original colour.
Director
Michael Powell
Screenplay
Emeric Pressburger
Photography
Christopher Challis
Edition
Peter Boita
Music
Patrick Gowers, David Vorhaus
Cast
Mark Dightam (John Saunders), Robert Eddison (Nick), Helen Weir (Mrs. Saunders), Brian Worth (Mr. Saunders)
Running Time
55 m.
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