The Taste of Apples Is Red

I was completely captivated by The Taste of Apples Is Red. At 1 hour and 23 minutes, it left me longing for more. Its quiet, slow pacing held a constant tension that kept me glued to my seat, my eyes wide open, craving more context about the community, the situation, and the characters' lives.

This film is truly a work of art. From the image composition to the masterful lighting, every shot feels deliberate and poetic. The sound design spoke even louder than the visuals in some moments, adding a haunting beauty to the experience, I found it captivating with the slow, measured shooting style-filled with lingering takes and thoughtful pans- The tension was heightened by the score, resting on tremulous strings, making the emotions simmer even more.

The cast was impeccable, and it felt as though the script had been written specifically for them. Their performances were natural and deeply emotional, adding layers to the film's powerful themes. In short, I was enthralled from beginning to end, and I'm already wishing for more.

A very rigid set of rules and unwritten laws is something that is taken for granted in the Druze village where the main characters of this film have lived for ages. Even if cruel, they can't be shattered or replaced. The plot of this film, which revolves around a lot of pain from the past and the present, shows how a man chooses to resist this animal cruelty and injustice and how painfully much this will set him back.

Additionally, we can hear the war echoing back to these people and maiming their lives forever, causing nothing but suffering.

Amazing acting of Makram Khoury and Ruba Blal. Highly recommended!