He who seeks a friend without faults shall have no friends. So he remains , friendless , blessed with burned potatoes , 4999 raisins , a squirrel he hates and some confusion.

She gave back his purse. He left it at the store where he bought the potatoes and the raisins to balance the load. He’s not got all his wits since he could have balanced the potatoes in two 5 kilo bags and not have to buy the raisins at all. Not to mention lighten his load by 10 kilos! She is the store clerk who sold him the goods and that’s why she knew that 10 kilos of chocolate covered raisins is 5,000 pieces. She was nice because she’s always nice and she’s known him for a long time while she watches his mind slip away. He needed his money so she took it to him, but, got caught up in his demetria. She knows the only way to deal with him is to act like he’s sane and go along with him. She smiled because she’s happy she helped him and that he is ok and still kickin. Because she’s his friend. Many friends of the mentally ill and infirm behave in this self sacrificial way.

And the moral of this story is. . . . You are so busy making others wrong you fail to appreciate what is right about them.

This film reminds me of someone in my life who thinks they are the perfect friend. He will verbally lash out at me at the slightest chance he gets if he thinks I deserve it causing me a lot of unnecessary upset grief. After watching this film I have decided it’s time to end this so called friendship.

Reminds of another story where a young man went to visit his grandpa in the nursing home. There was a bowl of peanuts sitting there and as they visited the grandson ate every one of those peanuts. When he was about to leave he apologized to his grandpa for eating all of the peanuts. Grandpa said, "no worries son, since I've lost all of my teeth I just suck all the chocolate off of them".

Well acted and well played. Had he not been so distracted by his hate, he could have enjoyed his potato.leaving us to consider what we might miss out on when we are stupidly distracted by hate. Nice.

Don’t go around calling little old ladies liars when you have a chocolate covered raisins stuck to your nuts unless you want squirrels running around in your yard.

The shot of her in the sunlight leaving is poetry.

No potatoes were harmed in the making of this film.

he’s the raisin and she helped him find himself and that he’s tired of being alone or that it hasn’t been worth it. the raisin. he’s spent 4999 days by himself and now she’s shown him what being alone has gotten him: unfounded skeptical hatred of good kind people.

It breaks my heart that all of those chocolate covered raisins were ruined.

Beautiful film. Reminds me of someone I knew that had PTSD from fighting in the Vietnam War. I never gave up until he broke. He later became my most kind, wonderful husband.

What a great and profound film! Loneliness makes you vulnerable and dismissive at the same time! Greetings from Germany. 👌👌👌

The house he walks to in the opening scene is on Dartmoor, Tavistock side. (UK)

Awesome! I thought the last raisin would drop as he stood up and she would see it too. Maybe I’m just naive. The landscape, the wind especially, seemed like another character- bringing to the fore the old man’s self inflicted isolation. Brilliant! Thank you!🎉🎉🎉

I live with people like this…….there’s one in every family. God help us not to fall into this trap……brilliant illustration!!!

I thought it was neither funny nor sad....I felt nothing but irritation for a foolish old man who acted a jerk when someone tried to show him kindness....

As simple as a fable, and as powerful too. There's a lesson for each of us in both of these characters. Simple is the hardest thing to achieve for an artist. Thank you for this film.

Story of my life. God sends someone with my poke sack that I forgot at the grocery and she is my Angel meant to be with me that I’ve longed for my whole days. And I’m too ignorant, stubborn, clueless to understand and Being a loner and suspicious, I send her away. I wouldn’t be that rude but making her count the raisins confuses me.

This film is pure genius - the photography, the vast, lonely landscape, the lighting of the interior set & the sunshine striking the woman's face after she closed the gate AND the acting,are just perfection. There's many different ways to interpret this short film. To me the old man has cut himself off from others and lives alone - except for his bitterness. That bitterness and his outlook on life, in such a negative fashion, keeps him always alone. I'd love to know what was in that drawstring bag - maybe a small inheritance which he was denied until that moment... but it was far too late.

Pretty much sums up the last few years and the entire you-know-what debacle.

3:22 She didn't lie; she said she was "guessing" there were 5,000 chocolate covered raisins. A guess is an approximation. Because it appeared she was off by only one, she had told the truth; her figure turned out to be an approximation, a guess, and she proved this by underestimating the correct amount by one (which, of course, turned up later). A well-executed film, nonetheless.

Thank you! I love this. I’ve been working in longterm care for over 25 years and in my experience most of the time the women are much more crotchety than the men. One way or the other, the elderly are precious and have a lot to teach us. I really appreciate them and what they have to offer. Wisdom and comedy are at the top of the list. I love this population! Thanks again. Love that squirrel, too!

Raisins are always causing trouble, be it in a recipe or a short movie. 😂😂😂 Gotta love the squirrel at the end eating the raisin. 👏👏👏

Why healing is important, people aren't born bitter, it takes many betrayals, many disappointments and bad fortune, sometimes to people most undeserving. Dont become what hurt you, for you may hurt others, and miss the blessings they bring.

Incredible acting by both the elderly man and woman. Outstanding scenery/setting, directing and photography, too. It would take me too long to speculate upon the moral, meaning and symbology of this story, but it is obviously quite profound. Lost opportunities due to fear, especially fear of change is one thing that comes to mind. :)

The two human actors: A+. The animal actor: A+. (Squirrel)

I have been watching videos for several hours tonight. This has been the very best by far. Going to bed with a smile on my face.

So beautiful definition of Art. Allegorical, archetypal. I love the coloqial accent of the man. Astonishing delivery of the words by the actor.

Enjoyed this short- this is what a short film should be, thoughtful and interesting in a few minutes! Great!

Loved it! Woke up my creative brain. Shows how much can be said in a very short time. Excellent acting and setting- great film! Thank you 💖👍

When God sends an emissary rapping, tapping at your chamber door. Be sure you're ready for whom is truly being tested? Beautifully Done! GP

I hope those chocolate raisins got eaten!.. How does one go about making such a masterpiece? Who thought up the story then get actors and a team to make this, but how? Alternative media is now taking over the mainstream media, with the depth and quality shown here it won’t belong until you are taking over Netflix and co.. ❤️🙏We are all special with no judgement 🙏❤️

There are not many short films that I like, but this was exquisite! So well done!

Brilliant!! I loved it. Well done. I knew he would encounter that last raisin. But, I thought he would find it sooner. Wow. What a powerful lesson, and a wonderful story.

The expressions on their faces was award worthy performances! Nice touch at the end with the raisin munching squirrel- too adorable!💚

This is so sad. About someone who would rather be right than be happy. I was married to that old man and I eventually left him. As far as I know, he's still alone and still miserable.

There is so much that I loved about this movie! Absolutely the best movie I have seen in a Loooong time!

This was an encounter by chance because she probably saw him buy those raisins and returned his purse and probably interested as she knew where he lived. Instead of enjoying this encounter he squandered it by having her count his raisins. In the end he continued his set way. She was a better person from this encounter and he still remained an old fool. Are you set in your ways. Everyday the same thing. Never change so it all remains the same day after day. Just alive but not living.

Just like any good, classic, folktale. A gem of wisdom! Well told, we’ll told.

Wow...Thought provoking, powerful and funny film. I can understand why it is award winning IMO. Humanity is strange. He was generally starving in every sense of the word....until he realised his mistake. 2 things he did hate, squirrels and liars. By the end of the film the squirrel had a chocolate raisin. She was very kind, honest, etc the opposite to him probably. Life teaches us many lessons no matter what age and situation we find ourselves in. We should never have to prove ourselves and be prepared for unexpected visitors.

The old man is just like my mom... couldn't find anything good in me, only the bad 😢 Happy Mother's Day to all ❤️

I am 78 years old. Revisiting this and reading you commits I tell you guard your life don’t become hard hearted. God made men to be strong, to defend, to provide and to preserve others and other living things. I did that and know that the world was likely a better place because I was in it but for a short while. I am satisfied with that way of going.

I see more than one message/lesson/moral in this short film. What I list below is my take, not what I feel the filmmaker meant with the film. One is that each of us should not be so quick to accuse someone of a wrong. Less we come up with an unjust verdict that could be destructive to the accused and the therefore condemning our Soul. The 2nd is that we should be careful who we joke around with. Not everyone has the same since of humor as us. I might joke around with my sibling but definitely do not joke around with my parents. There is a place and time for each thing. I know the lady in the film had no bad intention in lighting joking with the man about the raisins in his trousers but she didn't know him that way, so it was best to just tell him why she was there. A few more misspoke syllables from her and she would be dead. Not by the gun so much, but by the man's ill-tempered character. Last is making a mountain out of a mole hill. Although we come across a vast number of different individuals and situations in life, we need to know that most bothersome situations need to be swept off our shoulders. A car cut you off on the road, does not warrant you following the car to the next red light, getting out of your car, going up to the driver's wind Smashing it in and assaulting the driver. Because now you'r arrested and your bank account will feel a heavy withdrawal. All Because you made the situation something it wasn't.

i used to imagine what contentment I would likely feel if I could be a photographer who specialized in still-life settings, gathering all the perfect antique items and arranging them to take a photograph that would touch the artistic feelings of viewers. This is what your short film is to me...a story of still-life put into motion....words and expressions and perfect location and actors for your story. Very deep. I admire your artistic expression. Thank you.🥰

“Ahhh Bartelby; ahhh Humanity!” This story recalls to me the feeling at the end of Melville’s poignant examination of the human condition in his short story “Bartelby the Scrivener”. Brilliant artistry: acting, directing, cinematography, script, and score. Thank you for creating and sharing your vision with the world.

Fabulous. Quirky, emotive and visually stunning. Loved it !

I gleaned from this artistry that even people set in their ways can be changed if the lesson is strong enough.

Absolutely and gorgeously poignant 👏🏻

Different and unique - which is great. Loved the shooting location and also enjoyed the end credits with the squirrel and raisin. Thanks for sharing!

I think it's a little gem. The acting, the scenery and the Beautiful music. ***** 🤩

Lot of wisdom in this movie. Loved it! Stop judging first (the viewers!). We are all a reflection of both the man and the woman. May be we should have a bit of a squirrel in us! The squirrel certainly doesn’t know what’s going on in the human drama. Lovely visuals and music. Thanks for making and posting this movie!

Rob you deserve many Kudos for such a powerful story telling and cinematography!...So poignant and so many lessons packed under 10 minutes. I am forwarding v the link to all my friends!

What a beautiful short film, a masterpiece ❤️

The old man reminds me of how we feel when we fight to survive and society has pushed us aside it causes us to lose the ability to trust. The old woman spent her life trying to prove herself to everyone that she doesn't know how to stand up for herself.

A very classy little film, with a super tight script and superb acting. Well done. I used to know a hard up yachtsman who had worked out he could afford to sail all year round, if he only had 1 potato a day. Inevitabley he was known as the one potato sailor.

We all need a raisin...

With all those credits you'd think that this was a major Hollywood production.

When love comes knocking at your door, it’ll rattle the door and shutters, hang around the porch a little while… if love goes unanswered, it’ll just move onto someone else!

This is a beautiful precious jewel of a film. It makes one think.

Wonderful - raisin d’être x

can't get past the fact that a guess is not a lie!

Watching from SW Michigan. Lol, great show. Thanks. I am a old man sitting here with my old cat and pergnant dog. Here alone at the farm. Lol, careful men to not be that old guy. Great show. Btw, my gun is just inside the door. You never know.

The choice to NOT show the raisin and let his expression do the telling.... excellent!

This is probably my favorite movie of all time. Thank you! More please.

I didn't want it to end...bravo!

I love the cottage on the hill, High class movie and story. Thankyou.

Bravo! ❤❤ Everything about this piece is utterly marvelous!!!

Proof squirrels drive people crazy!

Love it! The only thing I can say: watch it! (with open ears, open eyes and open heart.)

Great footage during the credits.

Moral of the story: Don't eat a potato and one chocolate covered raisin for supper every day of your life.

Wonderful short! This one is really needed nowadays

Well ! Raisen, was THE shortest movie I have Ever seen ! But, what a character he is! I didnt say nice character, oh please deliver me from that - in my old age !

Sometimes instead of thinking someone is a liar we should give them the benefit of the doubt. 🙂

I love the Americans say squirrel. “Squirl” 😂

He's the liar. Telling her to get off his porch; he doesn't even have a porch. She was standing in the dirt.

Integrity and remorse don’t need much words! Beautiful short film.

WOW, Amazing acting you should have of a million views for this short film....Peace

I’m blown away. How very interesting - and I thank you! 🍍

I laughed and I laughed, and then as I watched the ending I figured out the punch line and laughed some more: Don't get your grundies in a bundle!

I love the beginning and to the end.... great story teller..... it's so sad after all. I thought he was going to say to her he was sorry for being rude to her. Great cinematography.

Wow!!😳 Not a single comment about the 4 other guest appearances whose presences are mysteriously revealed in the background of the countryside at precisely 4:00. While these quiet, yet profoundly illuminated characters had no dialogue, their simple, and yet visually profound presence offered a glimpse of the purest form of science fiction/horror/fantasy that one could ever hope to dissect from such a quaint, sharp, and witty little movie, or short film as it were. The biggest question I have for the filmmaker is whether or not these characters were included in the original screenplay or not. Because they do not appear to be CGI or special effects, and yet they still made the Final Cut which I am assuming was intentional. This adds all the more intrigue as to why they would have revealed themselves in the first place, assuming their presence was genuinely natural. That is to say by the nature of their appearance, and their relationship to either the characters in the story or the characters creating the film. In either case, whether they were intentionally written into the script or accidentally caught on video, my interpretation of what a moral or morals of this story could be remains the same. And that would be, redemption, forgiveness, and charity. Attributes which are never too far out of reach for anyone to achieve as it would seem is the case for the old man. Not even for someone with this sort of abrasive, yet profoundly sad attitude. Also, considering each one of our own free wills, combined with our ability (or inability) to interpret various ideas, words, and meanings into our own personal truths, does not necessarily mean they are accepted or agreed upon by everyone else that might have gained a completely different idea about a certain word(s), or idea. Including a particular meaning(s) based on each of our own personal life experiences, and beliefs. Or the actual formal definition of that word as outlined by a certain rule of that language, or the agreed upon definition by a certain organization or group of individuals selected to define (or indoctrinate depending on the group) all of the different words of whichever language is being utilized for spellcasting I mean spelling. Such is the lesson we might all benefit from learning… that with each individual experience, including various aspects of all the different languages, such as what we each believe to be the truth about anything or anyone my friends… is not always necessarily the correct truth, or the truth agreed upon by the majority. Nor is it always the truth understood by the individuals who share their opinions about what they believe to be truth in the first place! So, with that… am I telling the truth, or lying when I am misinformed about a definition, or a series of incorrect explanations about history for example? There is probably a better question to be asked, but regardless of the question here also lies another curious lesson about profound ignorance, if you would please. Thank you for the thought provoking pulp, including a-non fictional set of ideas and comments, regardless of all the inherent ignorance exemplified by the comments, and critics.🙂

Everything about this wonderful, absurd little film is Perfect.

"Good!" I shouted at the screen when he noticed his damn potato was burning. After the way he treated that kind woman he deserves a burnt potato for dinner, and I don't even think he deserves a dirty chocolate covered raisin for dessert either.

"Raisin - any senior citizen over the age of 65. Usually found on bus stops, gym locker rooms, and retirement homes" as described in Urban Dictionary puts the title in wonderful perspective.

A beautiful example on the awakening to the knowledge that his loneliness was killing him. She was such a christ-like figure kneeling at his feet counting each rainsin in the rain. The light that broke through the clouds and rain and her smile at rhe end were synnolic of her healing that one man. What he does with the gift of the one raisin is up to him.

Note to self, do not eat chocolate covered raisins from crazy old man. This was so funny and original

HOW can someone HATE squirrels ? I hate him more for saying that...than he hates them.

The point of this film for me is, that if somebody finds ways to hate, he can only foolish himself and nobody else

I think the idea in this short film is deeper than that. Let me explain to you how I understood this work: The old man makes a huge effort to obtain his supply of food and takes it to his home after hardship and effort, and then because of feeling of hatred, he directs his attention to another issue that is not essential in his life. The gun represents the impulsiveness and excessive enthusiasm that the old man directs towards this secondary issue that is not of real importance in his life. The woman represents the rational party with the correct point of view, but at the same time, she is weak and unable to prove her point, she is easily distracted from her main case under the other party’s blind enthusiasm for his idea. In the confrontation, both parties act under the weight of misunderstanding and lack of awareness of the real priorities in their lives. In the end, both sides lose their main case in the story. The old lady, although she has the right point of view, is distracted from her main case and directs all of her efforts to prove a useless side case. The old man, driven by his hatred and blind enthusiasm, sacrifices his day's supply of food (the most important issue) for the sake of a victory in a case of no real importance, and discovers the truth of his misunderstanding too late.

I like potatoes and I like chocolate covered raisins and ...... I like being alone. I guess I deserve myself.

A man is driving around a bend in one direction. Another car is coming towards him in the other direction from around the bend. The person in the other car leans out and yells, "PIG." The man in the first car gets really angry, says how dare you. Rounds the corner and runs into a pig.

When i noticed i was seeing the squirrel... Delicious short movie in shorts... Accelarated time from so delicious it was.... Want more!

Time stamp 3:59. Is he really sitting there in all his glory!

Absolutely brilliant !

There was sompin amovin in the nether regions. When it got dislodged, he realized it was just a swiveled up raisin.

Brilliant. A valuable lesson to all.

No wonder he lives alone in a shack in the middle of nowhere cooking his own taters. He might have had a wonderful companion had he not been so course and judgemental. I dont know why but I enjoyed this very much. Good job!🤔👍

Me gustó la cara de satisfacción de ella al salir de la propiedad, asumo que por haber hecho lo correcto, por una conciencia tranquila. Me apena la cara de remordimiento del anciano al saber que se había equivocado al juzgar a la buena señora, y para colmo, se le quema la papa.