Markos
Originally released in 2020. Markos is a documentary film. directed by Nikos Skarentzos.
Synopsis
Α company of musicians travel to the Greek island of Syros, the birth place of legendary folk musician Markos Vamvakaris, where they are invited to perform in an homage to his work. Parallel to this journey, all sorts of composers, musicologists, and artists from around the world reveal the musician’s important legacy in the 21st century, rendering his rebetiko sounds a constant source of inspiration and a reference point of modern culture. This is a documentary about the influence of Markos on the contemporary soundscape of Europe.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EL
Production Companies
- Greek Film Centre
- ERT
- Cosmote TV
- Bad Crowd
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Markos about?
Α company of musicians travel to the Greek island of Syros, the birth place of legendary folk musician Markos Vamvakaris, where they are invited to perform in an homage to his work. Parallel to th...
Who directed Markos?
Markos was directed by Nikos Skarentzos.
How long is Markos?
Markos has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Markos released?
Markos was released on May 19, 2020 in theaters.