In his debut narrative feature, 'Six Months in a Pink and Blue Building,' Mexican director Bruno Santamaría Razo crafts a deeply personal story rooted in his own childhood memories. The film centers on 11-year-old Bruno (played by Jade Reyes) during a pivotal moment when his father, Mundo (Lázaro G. Rodríguez), receives an HIV diagnosis. Set against the backdrop of 1990s Mexico, the narrative explores themes of burgeoning queer identity, love, and family dynamics. Bruno's experiences at his birthday party, where guests dress in gender-bending costumes, reveal his tender feelings for his best friend, Vladimir (Eduardo Gómez), while also paralleling his father's struggles. Razo skillfully intertwines fantasy and reality, using vibrant colors to reflect Bruno's emotional journey, contrasting with the muted tones of his father's challenges. The film's structure includes interviews with Razo's mother and educational snippets about AIDS, enhancing its authenticity. Ultimately, 'Six Months in a Pink and Blue Building' serves as a heartfelt homage to family and the complexities of growing up, resonating with audiences on a universal level.