Papadopoulos and Sons Full Movie with Stephen Dillane and Frank Dillane. Introduced by Marcus Markou

[@MS2221]

I stopped watching movies about 15 years ago. I used to go to the old theaters that played independent matinee films. I absolutely loved going every Sunday afternoon. They were closed down and clubs replaced them. It broke my heart. Life was getting busy for me at the same time & I didn't take the time to find other avenues. I also moved out of the city and far away from film festivals. Regrettably, I think over time I have cultivated the belief that they don't exist anymore. Your movie & your wonderful introduction has reconnected me to spirited film making that has respect for humanity. I was deeply moved and had a good, healthy cry at the end. Thank u for ur generosity🏵 I look forward to seeing and supporting your work.

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you Marnie. Doing what I can

[@JohnPirkis]

Marcus, Oh my word, what a wonderful re-introduction to this incredible masterpiece of yours. I believe this is my third viewing of Pap & Sons, and I just want to press replay, but it's 2:00am here in LA, so it will have to wait till later today. This is such a beautiful, uplifting, fable/fairytale of a story, which is strengthened by the knowledge that it is actually based partly on your family history. It is a slice of movie magic. I am eternally in awe of what you achieved; it is Herculean. So beautifully realised from your writing, to your casting, direction, and your immense team of collaborators. It tugs on the heart on so many levels, not least the wonderful pairing of Stephen and Frankie as father and son. To tis day, I don't know why Ed is not a megastar; so charismatic and such a fabulous, versatile actor. So thrilled to have rediscovered Pap & Sons, and loved the behind the scenes film. I do hope you have another feature planned. CONGRATULATIONS!!! 🎬🎭🌟🥳💖🍾👏👏👏👏👏🤗

[@marcusmarkou]

Thanks John! You're always so kind. Hope you are well!

[@JohnPirkis]

@@marcusmarkou Honestly Markus, you nailed it with Pap & Sons. It's everything a movie should be, and harks back to the days when British cinema was a force to reckon with, creating movies with heart and soul and imagination. Those movies do still exist, but they are far and few between, having to make way for the fare the Hollywood moguls want them to make. You are such an immense talent Markus, please don't stop. That aside, I trust that you and your family are well, and business survived these ongoing pandemic years. We are both well, thank you. We are heading over to Europe (And, I include Britain under that umbrella), next month for a break and to cogitate over our next move. 🥰

[@poppylove3673]

I found you from watching your “Two Strangers Who Meet Five Times” which I absolutely loved! I have now subscribed to your channel here, and I am so excited to watch another film you’ve made! Thank you so much for sharing yet another wonderful film with us!

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you!

[@LouisFPak]

Thank you so much for making this movie!!!! It does indeed have deep massive heart!!!! That's really the most important thing...that it tells a story about people in an authentic manner, not a manipulative 'tear jerker' but an honest account of life. Obviously, this could be so many ethic groups...it's has moved beyond a "Greek story" you guys gave us OUR story...it's universal!!!!....every immigrant will recognize each scene, each event: the lost childhood innocence, the internalization of trauma, the prison of an internal story (pathos) .... the scathing hyper-critical striver, the rise of conciousness and awareness and ultimately forgiveness rooted in a devine Agape Love. This story is now for all people and, once again, we have the Greek people to thank for the gift of wisdom. So, thank you brothers.

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you so much for such a lovely message. Marcus

[@cashtache]

Wow, very cool! Thanks for sharing this Marcus. When I clicked on the video, I was expecting some sort of fake video, but I'm glad that was not the case. Was not disappointed. Great film too by the way.

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you

[@AP-AAA3]

I love this film. I have lost count of how often I have watched it and told others. It is wonderful. Intro is so interesting! As a London born Greek Cypriot THANK YOU xxx

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you too!

[@Dancerlil]

What a fabulous movie ! From the music to the acting, the scenery & story line, just fantastic. Truly a movie I would happily watch again & again. In grateful appreciation to you for sharing this. Well done indeed. Blessings to you & all. Liliane

[@carlosalegria4776]

Stephen Dillane is one of the best living actors today.

[@davidkwon5054]

I am fan of your work! Thank you for allowing me and everyone to enjoy this film. You are an inspiration. I wish to see many more of your work in the future.

[@ursulamoney203]

Euxaristó PARA polú!! I absolutely loved it: great acting all round and you made it very believable, as the dialogue was so natural: a lot of the story was in the details. Great choice of music too. As someone else commented, I too thought it was very un-egotistical of you to tell us we could skip straight to the beginning of the film if we wanted; but actually your introduction was fascinating. I also arrived here from your film Two Strangers, which I highly recommend to everyone, and have subscribed to make sure I don't miss any other gems. Thank you again for your art and generosity!

[@marcusmarkou]

Thanks Ursula! Very kind of you!

[@macruise]

You are an inspiration … and I hope you are now in the black. Let the creative spirit flourish in us all. Thanks Marcus !

[@marcusmarkou]

Thanks Patrick!

[@tris8835]

Here after ur stranger video, from India and really like your work 🙀👏

[@mummydearest3690]

Thank you for making your beautiful film available to those of us outside the UK. I absolutely loved it 😍

[@marcusmarkou]

It's an absolute pleasure.

[@yankees4551]

Why am I watching this at 5.16 at night and have a very good feeling? Keep going Marcus. Hoppa!

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you Yan! I will try

[@mariajukejax9649]

Efharisto polli Ke Markou. I can relate to this, being half Cypriot and living in England as a child. I was a chip shop kid, as my mum worked in a Cypriot family run chip shop in Essex. They were simpler times, good times, interspersed with beautiful food!

[@marcusmarkou]

Small world!

[@balak1]

Thanks for your generosity. I wish you lots of luck and the best health!

[@susimedina5366]

Thank you for this , a JOY to watch . Any more films to see? Waiting for them please . Watching from Menorca, to follow up your opening talk

[@marcusmarkou]

Got a new feature film coming out. In one London cinema today and I think after this run I might be tempted to release it straight to KZbin without selling it to a streamer.

[@susimedina5366]

@@marcusmarkou please let me know!

[@mary-gd1eq]

Wonderful movie, acting , the scenes shooting was fantastic, and I enjoyed it all very much. Bravo!!!

[@alifboyka1994]

The fans of 'Fear the Walking Dead' and 'Game of Thrones' would love your movie since its starred the Father Son duo :)

[@camillawiking]

Opa! That's the Way ❣️🇮🇹👍 People you do NOT want to miss the second half of this movie 🤩 TNX to the creators for sharing it with a larger audience (on KZbin)! I would never have come across it otherwise.🙏

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you! Marcus

[@Books-and-coffee0]

How kind of you to upload the movie on KZbin. An excellent study of human behavior. Συγχαρητήρια!!!

[@FaisalKhan-jg6kg]

I love how meaningful and enjoyable the film is . Thanks for sharing it with us .

[@fedbomb]

A great heart felt movie. Beautifully put together and thoroughly enjoyed.

[@Alakeaful]

Very sweet movie. We really enjoyed it. It brought joy!!! Thanks for sharing

[@DragoshHits]

This film is so special to me mostly because in it I've found Stephen Dillane in it. What an actor! He definitely deserves more! On top of that, the story is simple but catchy; I'm so tired of special effects. All the best to the the entire crew!

[@marcusmarkou]

He's so good...

[@DragoshHits]

@@marcusmarkou Absolutely. I suppose it is such an opportunity to meet and work with such actors. I wish you had the success you aspire to in your future projects. A warm embrace from Romania.

[@seacruse]

What @Poppy Love said 5 months ago is the same for us. Loved Two Strangers Who Meet Five Times., heart felt and touching. Love this film as well. Thank you for your work/art.

[@junorael6640]

Saw this on Bbc the other night. Beautiful work 🥂

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you!

[@rmpeete]

Thank you for sharing your knowlege, experiences, resources, and art! I first discovered your work through Two Strangers Who Meet Five Times, which I thoroughly enjoyed. Just finished Papadopoulos and Sons...enjoyable story and film. Congrats on all your work!

[@angelwings3128]

Excellent film, thoroughly enjoyed it! 5 Stars! Well done! ❤

[@adamfried3749]

Two strangers was very cool! Great work!

[@miangelsai]

Thanks Marcus this will be my this will be my treat on this Labor Day

[@heyman6821]

On a binge! Your work is absolutely wonderful!!

[@marcusmarkou]

Thanks Hey Man!

[@kristiangustafson4130]

Well done man. Have fired it around to my Cypriot friends and family in Canada and Abroad.

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you! Means so much to read this, Marcus

[@andrewcarroll9665]

Ace movie just watched two strangers meet 5 times aswell ... wow ...

[@pykster1851]

Thank you, I really enjoyed the film, and it's bought a little light into what has been a dark and stressful week! Can you please tell me what the opening title music is? It's so beautiful and I now can't get it out my head!

[@marcusmarkou]

It’s the famous Mikis Theodrakis Zorba theme tune arranged classically by the Hungarian State opera (Danza De Zorba). www.amazon.co.uk/Danza-de-Zorba/dp/B004JWYTYI

[@michelle02051970]

What a beautiful movie ! Awesome and very talented cast as well! Well done! 👏 👏👏👏

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you Michelle

[@deltamike5055]

What a fantastic movie, thanks for making covid lockdown easier to deal with. Some real joy in that movie. Just wonderful.

[@argiris126]

The three brothers is mine, by right. All those who deny it are my foes! P.s. Συγχαρητήρια για τη σπουδαία δουλειά!

[@TheWendable]

Aaaw Ive seen this before, really good film. Great to watch again thank you Marcus

[@marcusmarkou]

Thanks Wendy!

[@WastedTalentStudios]

really loved watching this movie..great in every way...actors did amazing!!! thank you so much Marcus

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you Jose

[@elainemiles3676]

Bravo!!! Makes ya feel good about people!!! Hope you'll keep on going!! The short film was awesome as well ❤ Your truly know the human heart 💕

[@strixytom]

What a fun movie to watch! I wish there were more movies like this in theaters.

[@marcusmarkou]

Thanks

[@Elizabeth-p3d3d]

Well done!!! May God bless you abundantly in your work. God bless

[@mervynlamb730]

A lovely movie. Thank you from a Greek Fan.

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you, Marcus

[@stevie_]

Love how you have shared everything for the benefit of the community. If you had to make the film again with half of the budget, or a quarter of the budget, where would you try to find the savings?

[@marcusmarkou]

If you halved my budget then I'd halve the locations. So maybe I'd set the entire story in the chip shop and Id reference the life they used to have. Then you'd be able to cut some characters... Nanny P, the door knocker, his factory, the awards etc. And bring everything into one location, the chip shop, with less characters. More like a stage play.

[@hasinashaikh2851]

CANT WAIT TO SEE IT

[@faek3717]

Thanks for sharing your inspiring story. You are the proof that making beautitul movies requires one thing only: passion God bless you

[@ARTENERA]

Unbelievable movie 📽 This is one of my favorite movie. Thanks 👍

[@jamievanskiver8380]

I've only watched half so far and I absolutely LOVE this movie!!!

[@dimitrisalexopoulos4338]

Wonderful intro! Like Hatzidakis once said: The songs are just created and not owned by the composer, after the first playing to the public they spread their wings and they take their own journey... P.S Very nice movie too :-) !

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you Dimitri!

[@carringtonlefayette8644]

Marcus you are brilliant human being. My Heartfelt gratitude for all you fabulous insight in Life. Australia. Australia.

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you. That is very kind of you to say. I'm no more brilliant than the next person!

[@gattsbyproductions]

You are such an inspiration Marcus, thank you sir.

[@DanDaManBaBam]

What a great movie! I love this even more than the two strangers. You are extraordinarily talented. Is there a chance of contacting you, I am thinking about studying film but my parents want me studying medicine… I think you‘d have great insight

[@marcusmarkou]

Hi there... Thank you so much. The key to filmmaking is really story telling. And I wanted to be an actor and was happy to be a writer but found my way very late in life making films (at 40). If you look at a lot of directors they start quite late. My advice is to just keep telling your story - as it evolves. So write, blog, take photos, take improv classes and hone your story telling craft. Whether that ends up in film making or novel writing... my feeling is that you will have more interesting things to say as you get older - once you have lived more, had setbacks, learned more about people around you but also learned more about yourself too. So my advice is tell your stories. And that starts with observation. Keep a diary. Keep a dream diary. Write a blog. Write short stories. Then see where it takes you. It may indeed take you into filmmaking but it may take you to somewhere you never even imagined. Contact me in 5 years time to let me know how you got on. You can find me on Twitter. Just screengrab this and remind me. And lets see where you are then... Marcus

[@DanDaManBaBam]

@@marcusmarkou thank you for taking the time to write this. it truly means a lot. i‘ll remind myself to contact you in 5 years! until then :)

[@gdibenedetto9877]

I love you madly. You are truly inspirational ❤

[@ankitsharma-fl2kv]

Sir.... U r an amazingly talented guy.... Stay blessed always... Sir...

[@bibliobelle5586]

Congratulations on such a great film Marcus. I really enjoyed your introduction. How did Stephen Dillane get cast? Are you planning on making another movie inspired by your Greek heritage? Also, why did you dedicate the movie to Elliott Kastner?

[@marcusmarkou]

Hi. Very tied up at the moment! There is a KZbin video somewhere that has Frank Dillane talking about his Dad and him being cast but Frank was key to it. His son in real life and S wanted to make this because of his son. Not planning anything else "Greek" currently. Elliott was a dear friend and (as all who knew him) a catalyst and inspiration.

[@bibliobelle5586]

@@marcusmarkou Thanks so much for responding - I appreciate it! I watched your intro and commented after watching Papadopoulos and Sons which was on BBC1 the other day. Good luck with your current/future work!

[@ORGANICPANIC]

Amazing cinematography 👌🏼 and writing ✍️

[@sunny1028t]

Amazing story telling.

[@racheldavidson3365]

This is a great film!!

[@trabuquena]

Papadopoulos and Sons is still available on iPlayer

[@Flora799]

A very good story you've told, Marcus. Some very fond memories of Mrs. P at school... do you know, how she is?

[@marcusmarkou]

Hello there. Who is this? But hello all the same!

[@Flora799]

@@marcusmarkou Virág. I was in Barry's year.

[@marcusmarkou]

@@Flora799 Ah Virag! I remember you very well! Hope you are well!

[@Flora799]

@@marcusmarkou 🤗 Thank you, very well. I got a little daughter 10 months ago. How are you? Anything about Mrs. P.? She was so very fond of you! Always said Marcus is very talented...

[@marcusmarkou]

@@Flora799 Congratulations! As for Mrs P... I think she may have passed away. I hate to think about it but I left school in 1989!

[@marianvalentin7179]

Are you dumb people just 128 likes... amazing movie couldn't stop smiling! Congratulation

[@Flip_Goat]

Solid script and vision. End dance scene seemed forced, but it’s hard to end a movie like this. Great acting, great direction. 8.4/10

[@razing717]

just wondering, what was ur primary method of capturing audio? (e.g boom, lavalier) + any tips for directing amateur actors?

[@marcusmarkou]

We used a sound recordist who worked with two boom operators. My advice on directing amateur actors is that there is no substitute for craft and technique - which is what professional and trained actors bring. If you are working with untrained actors then you need to be prepared that you may not get the same thing twice. You may indeed get spontaneity but you won't get actors who will know how to work on repeating that. So shoot "loose" - so maybe handheld, so the camera operator effectively improvises the shots handheld. Always shoot what might normally be the rehearsal. And perhaps shoot a silent take. That means, do one take where the actors don't speak but play out the scene with you directing what is happening. This will be very useful in an edit.

[@freezysyahz]

Goodness! Thank you!❤️

[@jbarnets6246]

WoW !!!! Two Strangers Who meet Five Times Was Great! 👁This was Better 😻 You are an Amazing Director can’t wait for future projects 👁If you need new locations Studio Halkias Toroni Beach 🇬🇷Greece . Best of luck opa !!! Must mention all the actors were Amazing ❤🖖No cigarette butts on the Beach ✌

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you! I've got a Dog Rescue story set in Greece. Just an idea but you never know! I

[@jbarnets6246]

@@marcusmarkou let me know 😻

[@evaandrianos7805]

Great film! Loved this..❤️

[@robertsossi3186]

For Chrissakes!! Will someone tell me the title of the introductory song, so haunting, so Greek. I've been searching everywhere so I can download it and listen to it time and again.

[@marcusmarkou]

It’s the famous Mikis Theodrakis Zorba theme tune arranged classically by the Hungarian State opera (Danza De Zorba). www.amazon.co.uk/Danza-de-Zorba/dp/B004JWYTYI

[@robertsossi3186]

@@marcusmarkou Thank you. Makes me regret not speaking Greek (except the swearwords) even though almost all my childhood friends were Greek.

[@abdesslemmostefai4442]

Amazing job

[@utpalpaul7424]

Love from India 🙏

[@neelamjhaveri8098]

Marcus 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 i loved your film buddy.. 3 brothers fish and chips 😍.. it's a light comedy drama, where we see the life transforming from hard to relaxing soothing way and ya , at the end of the day, you close your shop n you sleep well, success n good money, own boss, where you live again the lost laughter n relive kind of.. im writing exactly what I feel 😃.. i just finished your film 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 it started slowly..n i got to know all who they are .n i love when Spiros arrived 😍i love him the most 😘😘 i can relate to him so well.. 2 brothers are so different... I love plants and i bake 😍 so for me this was the dinner i was watching.. i know the word care... The way James has a plant thing going on, little son was very smart n in a way behaving like a matured one Haan 😃Mrs P 👌🏻 very appropriate..n i loved her line where she is selling fish n chips to all, calling n giving but when that kabab man came, she tries to give n he walks away, she immediately said No okay then none for you 😂😂...i love few shots , where 2 brothers are having a conversation 👌🏻 that Spiros was jealous n that letter he reads, when they talk about 3rd one Michel, how he died 9 yrs old.. when Stephan got to n go to room, taking time about how small he was when he died n then got his son's plants back home 👌🏻 at night they are making fish batter 👌🏻 that girl is also very very good, pardon me Marcus i forgot the name of hers, that marketing girl 👌🏻 who is kind of not happy with the job n in the last she quite n joins Stephen.. that shot is very nice where they are sitting n behind all purple trees in a row 👌🏻👌🏻 that suits the scene so well 👌🏻n that marketing guy 😃 going away nn saying that call me then you go public 👌🏻haha sticking to what he does, arrogantly energetic guy n superb actor.. all actors are so good 👌🏻👌🏻 and You were there as a reporter Haan 😍😍 lovely.. i love the shot where Stephan is showing how to cut the fish n fry and all that.. Tell me , really there is a shop called 3 brothers fish n chips, i would definitely love to go n eat that.. you better tell me.. see, stories do this thing you know we, i mean we belive in that thing is there, place is there.. I will be in London in future nn if you write down i would go there n please join me 😃 we 2 strangers can meet for once atleast.. film maker and me as a crazy film buff 👌🏻👌🏻 i feel, one can educate well by watching films really. For me it's a different kind of education.. it's like we are looking at someone's life, created somewhere, thinking what I would have done if I was at that place n all you know? I know I'm talking too much here 😀 i loved your film n it has a light feel n transforming.. Spiros will be my most most fav character 😘 you killed him🥺 i thought no no he would live n in the end he will be there,.. What a ruggedly handsome man, full of life, the moment we see him, the surrounding changed in to happiness you know 👌🏻.. i would take home Spiros 😘.. all the photographs i loved with the song.. in the photo also the last picture of both the brothers 😂 so different.. one smily n other so stubborn.. Ahh.. thank you Marcus .. it is dedicated to Elliot castner.. i hope I'm little right about this name.. i wanted to Google it . Cuz this name is also a story you know.. and I'm always hungry.. Stephan is Stannis baratheon 😍 game of thrones wow.. Big name.. 👌🏻Spiros i have seen him in my fav film Not without my daughter 👌🏻i loved that film, the tention in the film about religion and how they got out..everything, i saw that 3 times.. anyways buddy i wish you a huge good luck ❤️ for your next project.. you are a story teller 👌🏻 you are having your own something which will stay with you life time, you can create the world you know.. Marcus .. we will be in London..i mean me and my husband for our second film project 😍.. and if possible we should meet at that shop.. or and where.. Would be lovely talking films.. my hubby came from a meeting n i was watching your film n had tears vis Spiros was gone so he said who made you cry? 😃I said Marcus.. n he said you must be involved in some character 😃.. Then he said i was in London for a month in 2016 that time i had the best fish n chips i will take you there.. i said was it 3 brothers? He said we better find this shop for you 😘 Marcus.. hope we will meet, would be lovely.. im like writing a huge letter old style where i want to say everything.. 😃 can you give me your email ID? I want to send you our film, it's there on KZbin.. FEVER 2016.. we are from India, Mumbai.. This FEVER is our first baby thriller, fully shot in Switzerland. . I want you to watch it whenever you have time.. Lots of love to you and your family ❤️ see you soon..... ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@marcusmarkou]

Thank you for such a wonderful message! Yes, I will look for your film Fever on KZbin. Can I find it there. If not, send the link through the contact page at Double M Films www.DoubleMFilms.co.uk

[@neelamjhaveri8098]

@@marcusmarkou you are most welcome Marcus ... And yes i have sent you our film link on your page.. 😃 do watch at your time.. my email ID is also there now you have got it.. wishes n love.. Neel

[@Have2havefaith]

Great movie 🎥 what camara was used to shoot the film, and what editing software did you use?

[@marcusmarkou]

Ari Alexa Mini and Final Cut Pro... thanks for the support!

[@ninabailey9480]

Is this film about the papas fish and chips who have number of shop up north in uk x

[@Krishnan-zh8ek]

I am going to watch this ! I came from Stephen Follows's blog and I want to ask you, is there any way you can share the pre-production shooting schedule you might have made before the shoot? Day 1 to Day 24 schedule...Also how did you arrive at the budget (was it based on how much you could afford OR was it however much was needed for the film and you spent that) , and was the final budget same as the one you decided before shoot started? I've made one short film and it would be awesome for me to know these details ...Thanks a ton

[@Reroting]

huh would you look at that, I had planned on watching this movie recently too.

[@teresachavez.a2zen]

Good story, fun movie.

[@philrossner3250]

I cringed in recognition of the wasteland of grasping and desiring things to be other than they are and I smiled in the joy of a life rekindled through love and connection. Bravo Marcus!

[@HarlemScopZz]

Hey Marcus, I been watching ur films lately and I thought it would be amazing if I could star in one how do I go about contacting you for an audition... I’m 17 years old with a GCSE in drama

[@marcusmarkou]

Hi there! Follow me on Twitter and let's stay in touch because you never know! Let me know its you from KZbin and I will follow you back

[@jodieclarke4333]

Thanku, x

[@americasgodforeverusa3117]

How are we related

[@davetruther31]

Bravo👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏❤

[@mittensanhartsell1364]

BRIGHTEST BLESSINGS 2ALL!!!💗❤️💓🌈💜

[@cmspeedrunner3733]

nice

[@marymcmullen5150]

I am a twin, I know.

[@saguftairani9969]

at1:37:32 it was sooo funny... really its a awesome movie!

[@vellamo1404]

The children look nothing alike each other

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[@marrodriguez6125]

Love You so much @_frankdillane 💥😍👌