Drama
United States of America
The young aspiring artist, Johnathan, spends his summer vacation with his family at a beachside community. Despite his parents' expectations for him to go to college and become a doctor, Johnathan is determined to pursue his passion for art. He spends his days sketching and painting the local scenery, trying to capture the beauty he sees.
One day, he discovers an old abandoned mansion that turns out to be the home of Nicoli Seroff, a once-renowned artist who has become a recluse and alcoholic. Despite Nicoli's initial reluctance for company, Johnathan persistently visits him and tries to learn from the older man's experiences.
At first, Nicoli dismisses Johnathan's enthusiasm for art as naive and unoriginal, but as their friendship grows, he recognizes Johnathan's potential and begins to teach him the nuances of painting that he has learned throughout his career. In return, Johnathan helps Nicoli find his passion for art again and gives him a reason to live.
Throughout the summer, Johnathan also navigates a blossoming romance with a local girl named Carla and deals with his own family's disapproval of his pursuing a career in art. Meanwhile, Nicoli confronts his own demons and comes to terms with his past mistakes.
In the end, Johnathan and Nicoli's friendship leads to a powerful artistic connection that influences their work and transforms their lives. Local Color is based on the true story of writer-director George Gallo's experiences as a young artist. It stars Armin Mueller-Stahl as Nicoli Seroff and Trevor Morgan as Johnathan.
