Five Apples Don't Make A Pair

Five Apples Don't Make A Pair, directed by Tim Wes, is an experimental art house short film. In a world where desire clashes with destiny, witness the resurrection of Mojo Nodnarb, as a humble cup of tea holds the key to our eternal struggle. "Five Apples Don’t Make a Pair" is a cinematic, musical, and aesthetic journey that captures the intricate dance between rebirth and self-discovery. In a battle of ego vs. enlightenment, the lines blur, mirroring the complexities of real life and and challenging the playful, yet intricate interplay of black and white.

Engaging all five senses, it unearths the weaknesses of our flesh while inviting us toward the path of presence. Nodnarb’s remarkable transformation stands as a powerful testament to our perpetual evolution. Yet, the film returns full circle to a serene tea ceremony in the spheres of a Japanese dojo, unveiling the enduring essence of this beautiful odyssey, resonating with the timeless wisdom inherent in the story of this ancient brew.

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Tim Wes' delicate taste for cultural blending and ability to challenge the status quo of the universal perception of art, gave life to a genre bending artistry, the proverbial energy that flows through his creations reflect the disruptive-healing vision he has for the world. He shows us that the term uomo universale, today also referred to as a multidisciplinary artist, still exists. Just as Da Vinci embodied this in the 15th century, the creator redefines the definition of this term by establishing unprecedented innovations in the contemporary fields. A blueprint for the new order.

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In the eyes of the director, this film encapsulates the essence of transition, rebirth, and the profound act of shedding one's former self. Throughout its narrative, the challenges that life presents are vividly portrayed, underscoring the inherent duality in all aspects of existence. The film delves into the internal struggle of battling against our own flesh and the deceptive allure of our five senses. At its core, it reminds us that truth is merely a matter of perspective.

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My film tip to you is Five Apples Don't Make A Pair by Tim Wes. Sometimes a film experience comes that is outside the narrative, logic and imagery we take in every day. A series of images and sounds that, while watching, inexplicably touch you. You find yourself on the edge of your seat, breathing very shallowly, blinking as little as possible. That happened to me while watching, and what I found very powerful about it is that in that moment, I had no need to explain at all. It was so nice to experience this. Thanks and kudos to the makers.

‍— Wiam Al-Zabari (Nederlands Film Festival)

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