THE GESTURE AND THE WORD | Omeleto

[@theolamp5312]

The blind man who can see brings sight to the seeing man who wasn't able to see. A truly touching film. I cried at the end. The ordinary can be exceptional.

[@justinwhite6787]

Me too :) tears of Joy, the best kind!

[@lightmybrainup6130]

Me too, such genuine, kind, beautiful people:)

[@saikishore9]

Excellent ever seen movies amazing and heart touching feeling real.

[@ugaladh]

I recognized that actor, I haven't seen him in anything in a long time.

[@MrCcragg27]

fun fact. the blind man is garaks father in star trek deep space nine. he was also in an episode or 2 of 'mork and mindy' with robin williams. hes good.

[@9000eldiablo]

This is one of the most beautiful short films I've ever watched.

[@petepeter1857]

It was exquisite.

[@ghazikutbi3206]

I couldn't have said it more precisely Adi

[@jamesmorgan1063]

An extraordinarily dignified romantic love story. It made me feel 30 years younger!

[@sudarshan3965]

How old are you

[@ccsnjf]

Made you wish you were 30 years younger maybe :-)

[@jamesmorgan1063]

@@ccsnjf made me feel 30 years younger!

[@Metal-Possum]

I only just turned 30. I can't afford to feel 30 years younger.

[@7yep4336dfgvvh]

Very unrealistic story though. In any reality she would've said yes to chad

[@prashantkryadav2312]

Finally Gunther finds the love he always deserved

[@Rafaelakosss]

Prashant if you allow me , i think Gunther had for a time the love he deserved but he wouldn't allow himself to see it because of what he thought of himself ... The florist gave him a flower everyday and explained to him what its flower meant he only had to listen to her to find it out ... But in the end yeah i think you are right :)

[@mirabella1606]

@@Rafaelakosss He meant Gunther as in the series "Friends" because is the same actor. In this short the character name is Gilbert

[@tonygau65]

@@peanutbutterkz yes Gunther in friends was a very good actor he past away recently from cancer may he rest in peace

[@squamish4244]

@@tonygau65 He JUST died. Damn.

[@isNotSeb]

It is him, I had a doubt for a moment, may he rest in peace

[@jonesba2004]

Sometimes, it’s nice to be reminded that adults, older adults, need new love and romance, too. Beautiful story.

[@margo3367]

You must be young to think of them as “older adults”.

[@drmoynihan]

@@margo3367 LOL :)

[@lilymei5367]

Rest in peace James ❤️ whenever I see a man with hair brighter than the sun I’ll think of you 🕊

[@TheRockinDonkey]

[@JustNath2024]

💝🙏🏼💝

[@stephenfgdl]

thats the guy from friends that passed away right?

[@TheRockinDonkey]

@@stephenfgdl Yes. I really enjoyed his performance in this short. Was gutted to learn he had passed away recently.

[@openyourmind3763]

James Gunther Taylor was the postman, he played the barista in Friends, sadly he died in October 2021 at the age of 59 after battling prostate cancer.

[@2pie2mash]

Life is too short, so be bold in your intimacy & a Love will last forever............Loved this one Thank You Allen !!

[@mitalikshatriya6365]

His depiction of shyness is so relatable...replying with simple Yes no at times for fear of what others might think....I love how he is having a good time alone in the bar

[@gibson587]

Rest In peace. James Michael Tyler.

[@daveweller9579]

Sorry to hear that I did not know he died so sad

[@shubhamrane0]

Which character was that?

[@cutetash4507]

Yes he did. That is so sad.

[@factsoverfiction7826]

@@shubhamrane0 It's the postman ... who also played Gunter, the barista, on 'Friends'.

[@theorderofthebees7308]

@@factsoverfiction7826 oh wow 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@akesha4138]

This is my number one favorite short film. Caution: Do not expect any repeats - this producer makes the widest variety of short films possible. Each one is unique and different, some are very dark, so buckle up when you choose another. Each film is like an alternate reality onto itself. Transporting.

[@cya2163]

James Michael Tyler finally got the lead he deserved...so sad he's passed...but a lovely way to remember him now...

[@mickyboyakari1502]

*Taylor

[@Vivalarosa45]

I didn't know that was Gunther from Friends. Amazing. Now this is a Rom Com that's worth watching. It's beautiful.

[@DerNuesser]

What a beautiful, simple, enchanting love story. Thank you for this wonderful start to the day.

[@patrikfrroku7215]

Sad to say I saw myself in him so much... He reminded me of all the poems and all the letters I wrote but never sent, all the poems that I left unfinished... The ending was very touching but also just as sad for me, knowing that I've written so many personal notes to people that don't have a clue.

[@NewStart1971]

You can change that. Go for it.

[@patrikfrroku7215]

@@NewStart1971 I've already went for it, and sent (only) some of those letters to some of those people. I still don't feel satisfied about having written all these other ones and not showing them, but there isn't any point in trying that anymore.

[@NewStart1971]

@@patrikfrroku7215 Oh great. Well we can only go forward .Those letters could be a book. You can do something creative with them.

[@bernadette573]

I found the film sad also. Maybe i would have felt differently if i had read the synopsis first before viewing, but i didn't. So the film seemed more about him using the flower girl to invigorate his life and make himself more important to Aurore. The ending seemed unlikely because it did not seem to me that he actually cared anything about the flower girl, and actually seemed repulsed by her, leaving during her dance. Imho a sane woman would have given up the ghost and not continued the flower giving after that. I felt bad for the guy who actually seemed to like her and want to date her but was ignored.

[@richardgray2706]

@@bernadette573 I would say overwhelmed. But her public gesture enabled him to risk sharing his book showing how much her actions meant to him. He was trying to learn how to learn how to connect with his precious flower lady. His was learning techniques, words and gestures that he could use to communicate with her. His attempt to write a letter to the disappointed lady was actually a sort of dry run, to see if he could write a letter to her that would cheer her up until she received her next letter from her man. When the letter worked (the lonely lady acted happy) he decided he could risk trying to connect with his flower lady. Oh what tangled webs we weave...

[@nathkrul]

That was a fantastic, so well acted love story, seeing his hand on her shoulder at the end as she leaned into him was a special moment for them. A new beginning to their lives together, forever :)

[@kartikshankar2266]

You spoke all my words perfectly to the T...especially the subtle leaning and his hand over her shoulder...when the lights dims out...awesome story, picturized perfectly, wonderful cinematography...

[@caspiansfriend]

yes! I saw his hand too, as well as how she leaned into him as they warmed up to each other. I noticed several little but significant gestures. How do they do it (actors)? Excellent examples of the little details that say so much and the "show don't tell" messages in how they looked at each other, or away, or posture, all of that was amazing.

[@rdobery]

A shy introverted postman with obvious empathy of others begins to blossom in the presence of a gentle extrovert. The song "Mother" by Pink Floyd seems to fit his personality as he begins to tear down the wall. The young lady may be marching to the tune of Paula Abdul's "Opposites Attract". Hope it works out for them. It remains to be seen if the poet will break down and pay the electric bill, but I suspect he sees his defiance as his battle in the rage against the dying of the light. Also the globe trotter finally discovered the meaning of the song, "Please Come to Boston".

[@tylorstreett7824]

"Mother" is about how he started building the Wall, not tearing it down

[@rdobery]

@@tylorstreett7824 his mother put all her fears into him. Sheltered him from society. That is the wall. Then at the end he asked, did it need to be so high? The line, I won't let you fly, but I might let you sing sums it up. The over protective mother created a dysfunctional child that had no clue how to live a free uninhibited life. The wall was a self constructed prison. As the album progresses, the wall is indeed torn down.

[@jeffffro7674]

Do not go gentle into that good night, rage, rage against the dying of the light! I love it when I read intelligent and/or stimulating comments!!! Thank you!

[@MrArjunsexy]

Whoa

[@user-et4br8mu9c]

The poet is blind. That is why he will not pay the electric bill.

[@aaronwatson2928]

A huge standing applause. Man, what a sweet and warm story. Go Gilbert!

[@peterg219]

Loved the hand on her shoulder at the last frame. Beautiful, sensitive, romantic. Sweet as...

[@momcat2223]

Yes! Had to immediately rewind and re-watch to make absolutely certain I hadn't mentally added that with my own hopes/intentions for this sweet couple. Such a charming story.

[@JohnDoe-zj6xf]

RIP James Micheal Tyler. You always represented us quiet ones so well.

[@sauldelvalle4288]

Awww it's Gunther from Friends!!! he just passed away a few days ago. 😔R.I.P. 🙏🏼

[@JyotinderSingh]

This made me cry. It's so beautiful. Rest in peace James Michael Tyler - you've touched a million hearts!

[@PoetDesh]

This is one of my most favorite short films. It is so beautiful, subtle and sweet like a summer breeze! Much better than many movies.

[@hristiyanamitev]

Allen, day after day I am so grateful for everything that you do. It means the world to so many people to find comfort in the worlds you share. A couple of minutes. Adventure, love, hope, dispair, human stories. Tremendous beauty.... Thank you so much! What an incredible short movie this was!!!

[@ikerina]

*_"A word can say so much but when combined with the gesture, that's when romance can turn into something so much more"_* - A Wise Old Man

[@snorikgu24]

Admired the experience and insight of the old man. He helped the postman realise a new perspective, giving him the confidence to open up and accept his destiny with the lovely florist. One of the best short films 👍

[@saritamarinasen5992]

Awww.... feeling all warm and fuzzy inside... beautiful...that too when my boyfriend and I are in a fight.

[@snm2222]

So lovely. Such a gentle and sweet story. Thank you for creating this and for sharing with us all. ❤️

[@schlemmervincent8019]

A story aranged like a sensible bouquet! Thanks for that.

[@jeffffro7674]

Allen, you never fail to bring wonderful feelings to the surface!!! Omeleto is far and away my favorite channel on YT!!! This film was spectacular my friend, thank you for sharing it with us!! Although it made me rather sad, it still gave me hope that there has got to be someone out there for me. From now on, I'm going to be extra aware of any and everyone who may look at me with the thought in their head of.....I wonder if he is single, I wonder if he could fall for a girl like me? I've had my fair share of serious relationships and one in particular I regret very much not having asked her to marry me!!!! All the money and objects in the world can not compare to the love of a person you care about!!! Do NOT ever hesitate to act on your gut feelings people!! If there is even the slightest feeling that a person may be looking at you because they think you're cute, ACT ON IT!!!! Life is way too short and ends up being meaningless if you have no one to share it with!!!

[@MsSilkyJuneja]

Ur so Right ...

[@Tap-a-roo]

I didn't marry two women. I have three Ferrari's, and travel full time. Every month I meet a woman better than the month before. Don't ever get married or believe this romantic horse manure.

[@qinelenleawatanabe2162]

"For us that see, we are blind to what is plainly in front of us..." Well played

[@MsSilkyJuneja]

Making and conceiving this short Film requires humungous Talent , A Poet’s Heart , Beautiful Vision of life , Simplicity and a Genius mind to bring it to fruition .. all within 15 mts ... I mean look at the characters chosen A Florist , A Postman , A Poet , A Traveler... & His Gf waiting for him ... What a Wonderful World ...Thankyou for creating it and sharing the beauty that is within u Helen ☺️🙏🏻❤️😇 Oh and 🌸🌷🌸 And Allen kudos to you

[@caspiansfriend]

A wonderful, heartwarming story. My gratitude to all who were a part of it!!

[@AK-ce8lg]

Each one is an extension of you.. And you're the most exquisite of them all.. 😊

[@farukreza9786]

As a Bangladeshi when I heard the name of Lotus of Bangladesh, I became emotional with this short film. I am shy and introvert like this postman. As other episodes of Omeleto; I have again related myself as one of those characters.

[@thevilonesfr]

*WaterLily. Also a Bangladeshi. I gasped when he said my country's name.

[@shafinrahman2199]

Very few Bangladeshis are introverted irl.

[@navneetarora7245]

@@shafinrahman2199 hard to be an introvert in such highly dense place.

[@akhtarnur6401]

Thank you for mentioning the name of my country Bangladesh and her national flower. Indeed, my heart leaped up and my eyes got flooded with tears with joy. Loved the story with its well knit plot. I have become a regular viewer of Omeleto short movies.

[@selkertazumi9660]

This is what women. Real recognition. A simple true gesture from the heart. This made cry. Beautiful.

[@terryoquinn8199]

What a beautiful film ! 🎥 This one truly captured my heart and I hope there are people out there just like this that find each other . I’m still searching for my last love , the one that only ends when one of us is no longer .

[@barth148]

This piece of writing was so beautiful, it brought a tear to my eye. Thanks Allen.

[@liquidsonly]

They touch for the first time, for a moment before the fade out, that's it. Perfect

[@nnaammuuss]

I was getting outraged (you know how we set ourselves up for outrage?) imagining the prospect of seeing lots of ‘rips’ in the comments. But the audience here, up to what I've seen, seems wonderfully sensitive. Thank you all. And, Rest in peace, James Michael Tyler. You'll always be one of the most beloved of the friends cast-including the main characters.

[@ranjanivaradpande381]

So Beautiful ...simple full of emotions ..great acting ,editing .direction ...JUST excellent ,not even full length movie can express !

[@imshah2430]

Hello from Malaysia , Kuala Lumpur 😉👋. Being an introvert we all can relate to this, we are struggle with our own feelings for years but without hestitate helping others to feel happy. Thank you Gilbert..and RIP. 🤗

[@alenkabkk]

When I realized it was the same actor who played Gunther it made me tear up..... what a great actor he was....

[@martinwebb1681]

This lovely story was a little piece of joy in an increasingly darkening world. 💖

[@nigelbradshaw2382]

I have looked at QUITE a few of these shorts, but far and away, this is the very best of them all!

[@thechief043]

Every one of these stories has such an incredible story, all compressed into a short, easy to digest format, and this one is no exception. Great story, one man blind to love, the blind man leads him on the path to love.

[@zaidkhann579]

Not everytime you have to touch someone to express your love. Words and eyes say it all...

[@jrsimeon02]

this has got to be the most friendliest town in the world

[@MrDalebenberger]

I love it when the shy guy, or the underdog gets the girl. This is such a beautiful story.

[@felipelotas5609]

GAAAAWDDDD...I could swallow a whole TON of this every single dayyyyyy....This is so absolutely sweet and poetic at the same time....aaaaawwww...THANKYOUUUUUUUUU!!!

[@TheRealThomasPaine1776]

Stunning! An extraordinary film! I was caught by surprise, but watched mesmerized. SO great to see and feel the foreign ambiance that is so lost in America right now!

[@garyneville1141]

This is simply magic!! If this little film doesn't move you, there is no hope for love. Exquisite movie, thank you.

[@rajyashreepaul7699]

RIP James Michael Tyler

[@NortelGeek]

It's a shame that Hollywood won't do things like this, but then again, why would they? There's no product being sold, no thinly-veiled social "issue" to lecture the audience on, no political morals to shove down someone's throat. This is pretty close to the "perfect" film. Great acting, beautiful camera work, etc. My thanks to the creator of this short film.

[@seriousoldman8997]

No explosions either.

[@zantas-handle]

I know your comment is two years old, but I had to mention your wonderful writing - what rhythm, what pointed grace you write with. I was a professional proof-reader for a while, and I can recognise a natural talent my friend. So I wonder: are you - or have you become - a writer?

[@tonysardjono2905]

The blind man who can see brings sight to the seeing man who wasn't able to see. A truly touching film. Thank you. Love from Indonesia

[@mlbonfox8199]

Damn that hurt me personally; Life’s to short not to tell her

[@AMYBIERHAUS]

Oh my! I am so happy he got the courage to finally express his true feelings to the one person whom obviously felt the same. Such a lovely romance; thank you for sharing this gem.

[@zackbrown5201]

In true world a woman who like her will never ever go out with a guy who look like him

[@AMYBIERHAUS]

@@zackbrown5201 I disagree. She has known him well, thus she knows what a sweet guy he is. Looks do no matter as much as a person's true character. 😊

[@467-k1m]

Ahh, the beauty of simplicity....

[@venchee4906]

The love there at the end. Wow. Truly touching.

[@monicakelly6273]

Just an observation, an Orchid can live up to 100 years if not more. It just needs much care and attention. You have to constantly remind yourself as seasons go on how to take care of it. Bring it in or have it outside depending on your region and weather patterns. I think the movie conveyed that they are going to give lots of care and attention to each other. This was a great short, one of the best.

[@janetDT1904]

Omg your comment touched my heart ❤

[@tahwsisiht]

an other flower enthusiast. 100 years! Wow. Thank you for the information :) !

[@AkuraTheAwesome]

Yeah I think you've hit the nail on the head, the Orchid was such a deliberate choice.

[@joannen3500]

Such a beautiful romantic story. Say it with flowers. Quite a tear-jerker. Love this. Surprising work policy: the mailman enters his home to read him his mail We don't have that privilege in Oz...?

[@kedarbhide007]

Beautiful. Thanks for sharing it during Diwali, a Hindu festival of happiness, it made mine even happier.

[@unebonnevie]

When two beautiful souls meet...Good thing he relaxes a bit and reciprocates her kindness and cares.

[@aussiephotographer]

Wow I just looked up the mail carrier on IMDB and noticed he just passed away. Please Rest In Peace.

[@stevethomas74]

This makes this even more poignant, doesn't it?

[@Jam7pi]

Oh wow....didn't realize that was him until I read your post.

[@naomifinewood1461]

it lost me for a few with the postcards going to the other woman but it came together in the end. Best Omeleto short I've seen tbh. Very sweet.

[@cherylrobinson517]

Awe😊...I love this one...so gentle, but with so much meaning.

[@JagLite]

Magnificent! Beautifully told story with real people. Wonderfully acted.

[@theflyingfool]

What an exquisite film! So heartwarming that he put his arm on her shoulder at the end...

[@kartikshankar2266]

Such a calming, beautiful, realistic movie...seemed like actually happening. Touched by the 'gesture and words' of the florist and the postman. In the end wept in joy...especially when she sees his scrap book and looks at him with so much surprise and love...finally leaning towards him...wow Seen the last five minutes over and over again...awesome background music 🎶🎵🌷🌼🌻🌺🥀🌹🏵💮🌸💐 A one in a billion movie !

[@jatim9373]

Aww!! Yes I needed this today. Absolutely beautiful film. Such an amazing love story. If only....🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️

[@anthonyb7571]

Beautiful story!!!!! They fell in love!!!!

[@abhilashapati4677]

RIP Günther, u will always be in our hearts ❤💞

[@tumbleweed9977]

Better than a lot of full length films out there. Beautiful story.

[@DevineJohnD]

Absolutely loved this :) Thanks for such a shower of sunlight in our day :)

[@neilfoster814]

The flower lady is just so lovely, she's kind and caring too. ❤❤❤

[@helenalexisyonov9544]

I'm glad you thought Eloïse was all those things. ❤❤❤

[@1bonatsos]

Such a beautiful piece🌹

[@jayamahacar]

Brilliant cinematography in every aspect. Short and sweet

[@helenalexisyonov9544]

Again - thank you. Our cinematographer Matt Rodgers is truly a gifted artist.

[@akesha4138]

Very professional production. The emotional intimacy portrayed here is intense, wonderful story-line. Please watch for yourself, enjoy.

[@doronron7323]

How wonderful to see romance blossom. The rarest flower of them all.

[@UmarUmar-hi8xc]

Allen, all I can say is thank you for sharing this. 🙏

[@AkuraTheAwesome]

Oh my God he thought he was ordinary like flowers, but by giving simple flowers each a meaning associated with him, she showed him all the many ways that he's not ordinary. He meant the world to her and she found the purest way to tell him she loved him.

[@afrinakhanam4696]

Hmm, the young girl who is in love with the young man, doesn't see the difference between the handwriting of her BF and someone else's! Wow! I found this whole story quite scattered and sewed in some ways.

[@danajane6674]

Good lord that was beautiful. I cried a LOT. That someone is writing these in the midst of so much anger and hate and lunacy...makes me hope a little bit again. That he wrote those postcards to the lonely girl waiting for her traveler. That he was able to ask the blind man for help to do such a tender thing. This was pure beauty. Thank you so very much. Bravo. Bravo!💝👏👏👏⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@rubytwenty2833]

What a beautiful story - made me cry 😭

[@todalio9238]

This was a masterpiece. Good work. Thank you to everyone who took part in this.

[@evetko]

This is exactly why people generally ask, "How did you guys meet?" when speaking to couples. Some 'blossoming' love stories are truly endearing.

[@micknordstrom2591]

This made me tearing up!

[@amatullahsaafir685]

Where is she? Find her. Tell her

[@grace4976]

Me 2 🥺

[@durasaxon5131]

This has to be my favorite *Omeleto* short film ever! Thank you! Bravissimo! *Richard*

[@RafaelZolet]

Damn. I had low self steem for the majority of my life and always felt like I've accomplished less than those with the same opportunities that I had or less, and this messed up most aspects of my life. I've started therapy during quarantine and I'm getting better, but this movie still hit me hard.

[@RafaelZolet]

@@potatobang7713 I am! I don't remember when exactly I made this comment, but recently I came to the conclusion that I actually changed a lot about how I see myself compared to when I was starting therapy. I learned about the effects that my culture had on myself and how I thought about these cultural standards as "normal" when they just don't apply to me. I need to find some time to watch this video again to see how I feel about it now, luckily I barely remember the story. Thanks for asking :)

[@lloydrobert6182]

Her dress for the cabaret reminded me so much of Goldie Hawn in 'The duchess...' Brilliant film, with a heart-warming story.

[@idaxurais1710]

If the postman was tacking his map where Eric was, he did not tack Malaysia but Indonesia instead

[@IOrion2013]

I'm not into romantic films at all, but this was heartwarming.

[@matokaknox971]

This is adorable. This is my favorite one, since I started watching these videos last year.

[@yootoob1001001]

This story was so sweet.

[@drathen1556]

This was a nice light satisfying show to watch during lunch - thank you!

[@cchapa7470]

I gotta stop watching these while chopping onions.

[@sachinrai2958]

I had a smile on my face right from the start. Cute couple I must say. 😊❤

[@zerozilchnada5373]

Beautiful. Crying happy tears. Tfs

[@rj....tarzanofthegrapes8182]

Wow Don’t we all wish!! Beautifully done

[@shirajpatel3029]

Something really extraordinary. All three,no four.The flower girl,the postman ,the poet, and the flowers.