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IMDb19381h 9mUnited Kingdom

Yellow Sands

“Brings the fresh breezes of Devonshire to the screen, full of real people and capturing the spirit of the West Country.”

Synopsis

Village romance and gossip collide amongst the West Country fisherfolk of Yellow Sands, as the Varwell family gathers to celebrate the birthday of their aging matriarch, Jennifer. Apart from her Communist nephew, faithful companion and sozzled brother, everyone pays their homage with one eye towards shoring up their expected inheritances - but Jennifer may have her own ideas when she finally makes out her will.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Herbert Brenon
Screenplay & Story
Rodney Ackland
Original Score
Hubert Bath
Original Title
Yellow Sands
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 9m
Production Studios
Associated British Picture Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Herbert Brenon

Screenplay & Story

Rodney Ackland, Eden Phillpotts, Adelaide Phillpotts

Original Score & Music

Hubert Bath

Director of Photography

Walter J. Harvey

Film Editing

Flora Newton

Producers

Walter C. Mycroft

Department Leadership Roster

Herbert Brenon

Herbert Brenon

Director

Rodney Ackland

Rodney Ackland

Screenplay

Walter J. Harvey

Director of Photography

Flora Newton

Editor

Hubert Bath

Original Music Composer

Walter C. Mycroft

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)U

Universal — Suitable for all audiences.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Yellow Sands.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yellow Sands

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Yellow Sands about?

Village romance and gossip collide amongst the West Country fisherfolk of Yellow Sands, as the Varwell family gathers to celebrate the birthday of their aging matriarch, Jennifer. Apart from her Communist nephew, faithful companion and sozzled brother, everyone pays their homage with one eye towards shoring up their expected inheritances - but Jennifer may have her own ideas when she finally makes out her will.

Who directed Yellow Sands?

Yellow Sands was directed by Herbert Brenon.

Who stars in Yellow Sands?

The principal cast of Yellow Sands includes Marie Tempest, Belle Chrystall, Wilfrid Lawson, Robert Newton, Patrick Barr.

When was Yellow Sands released and how long is it?

Yellow Sands was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.

Who composed the musical score for Yellow Sands?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Yellow Sands was composed by Hubert Bath.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Yellow Sands?

Yellow Sands holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).