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Uncle Yanco (1967)

Movie ★ 7.2 18 min

Documentary

While in San Francisco for the promotion of her last film in October 1967, Agnès Varda, tipped by her friend Tom Luddy, gets to know a relative she had never heard of before, Jean Varda, nicknamed "Yanco". This hitherto unknown uncle lives on a boat in Sausalito, is a painter, has adopted a hippie lifestyle and loves life. The meeting is a very happy one.

Agnès Varda Writer Agnès Varda Director

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Quick facts

Released
October 1, 1967
Runtime
18 min
IMDb
tt0179389
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Language
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Themes

Cast

Jean Varda Jean Varda Self Tom Luddy Tom Luddy Self Agnès Varda Agnès Varda Self Rosalie Varda Rosalie Varda Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Uncle Yanco about?
While in San Francisco for the promotion of her last film in October 1967, Agnès Varda, tipped by her friend Tom Luddy, gets to know a relative she had never heard of before, Jean Varda, nicknamed "Yanco". This hitherto unknown uncle lives on a boat in Sausalito, is a painter, has adopted a hippie lifestyle and loves life. The meeting is a very happy one.
Who directed Uncle Yanco?
Uncle Yanco was directed by Agnès Varda.
Who stars in Uncle Yanco?
Uncle Yanco stars Jean Varda, Tom Luddy, Agnès Varda, Rosalie Varda.
When was Uncle Yanco released?
Uncle Yanco is a 1967 documentary film.
Where can I watch Uncle Yanco?
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