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Entropy

Synopsis

Entropy – the degree of disorder of particles during a chemical reaction. Passionate and painful relationship in the chaotic retrospect of a faded memory. This is the entropy of a relationship. When everything is over, are we left alone with the memories of our loved ones or is it that those same memories are what keep us from being alone?

Review

5/5
A poetic tale of love, heartbreak and loss.
Matan Portnoy’s experimental short film about love and heartbreak is a beautiful and moving work of art. The film stars Eran Ivgy and Inbal Erez as lovers who experience the highs and lows of a passionate relationship which ultimately ends in heartbreak. Using symbolism through colors, Portnoy conveys the tone of the film effectively, with the use of red, amber and blue to convey romance and pain, energy, and depression and freedom.

In one of the most poignant scenes, Ivgy’s character is seen rinsing laundry on a rooftop, attempting to cleanse himself of the pain of a failed relationship, a powerful metaphor for letting go of the past and moving on.

The acting is superb, and the lack of dialogue adds to the sombre tone of the film. Portnoy’s direction is masterful, utilizing Tom Riechart’s cinematography to create a beautifully poetic and well-crafted short. The film successfully tackles the universal theme of love and the pain of heartbreak, making it relatable to audiences everywhere.

Overall, this Israeli short film is a must-watch for anyone who appreciates great storytelling and beautiful visual artistry. It’s a powerful exploration of human emotions that will leave audiences deeply moved and thinking about the film long after it’s over.

Entropy Short Film

Cast/Crew

Director(s): Matan Portnoy
Writer(s): Matan Portnoy
Cast: Eran Ivgy, Inbal Erez
Producer(s): Noa Cymerman
Director of Photography: Tom Riechart
Animation (if applicable):

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Year: 2021
Runtime: 3 min

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Cast/Crew

Director(s): Matan Portnoy
Writer(s): Matan Portnoy
Cast: Eran Ivgy, Inbal Erez
Producer(s): Noa Cymerman
Director of Photography: Tom Riechart
Animation (if applicable):

Specifcations

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Year: 2021
Runtime: 3 min

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Entropy

Synopsis

Entropy – the degree of disorder of particles during a chemical reaction. Passionate and painful relationship in the chaotic retrospect of a faded memory. This is the entropy of a relationship. When everything is over, are we left alone with the memories of our loved ones or is it that those same memories are what keep us from being alone?

Review

A poetic tale of love, heartbreak and loss.

5/5
Matan Portnoy’s experimental short film about love and heartbreak is a beautiful and moving work of art. The film stars Eran Ivgy and Inbal Erez as lovers who experience the highs and lows of a passionate relationship which ultimately ends in heartbreak. Using symbolism through colors, Portnoy conveys the tone of the film effectively, with the use of red, amber and blue to convey romance and pain, energy, and depression and freedom.

In one of the most poignant scenes, Ivgy’s character is seen rinsing laundry on a rooftop, attempting to cleanse himself of the pain of a failed relationship, a powerful metaphor for letting go of the past and moving on.

The acting is superb, and the lack of dialogue adds to the sombre tone of the film. Portnoy’s direction is masterful, utilizing Tom Riechart’s cinematography to create a beautifully poetic and well-crafted short. The film successfully tackles the universal theme of love and the pain of heartbreak, making it relatable to audiences everywhere.

Overall, this Israeli short film is a must-watch for anyone who appreciates great storytelling and beautiful visual artistry. It’s a powerful exploration of human emotions that will leave audiences deeply moved and thinking about the film long after it’s over.

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