For two years we were doing 20 or so views a day and I was really happy with it. But in the last three weeks this has blown up because people are liking, sharing and commenting. So please do keep liking and sharing this. It means so much to us all that people see this film. Thank you for all your beautiful and kind comments. And I know lots of schools are playing this to their students and I am very happy to do a Zoom Q&A with any classes, anywhere around the world. You can find me on Twitter twitter.com/MarcusMarkou or email me via www.doublemfilms.co.uk
@@DebOnTheWebb Hi Debbie. I need to do this. Sadly, my Instagram account is only used for ironic purposes. And I'm wondering whether I should find someone with a big following that resonates with the film and get them to share it. But yes, will investigate!
@@phoenixpersonified3484 Okay, yes. I will look at doing a version that has English Subs... I am about to go shoot a feature film in June and its full on. But let me put this on the list.
I went out of my way to help someone who had lost their luggage on a flight from Spain to Glasgow. I was 18 years old. A few years later, I went for a job interview and the young man whom I had helped that day at Glasgow Airport, offered me the job on the spot! Through this job offer, I eventually ended up working in London and the company sent me to Gibraltar on a business trip where I met my English husband. We eventually married, moved to Madrid and had three amazing kids. I live in a lovely house with a swimming pool and I have been very happy… all because I stayed on after my shift had finished to help a stranger who was very distressed about his lost luggage. You never know who you know! My first meeting with the stranger was in 1977.
You just never know, how your life touches others. I was in my early 40’s ending my long term first marriage (separated), and was finishing my last year of my bachelors degree. One Sunday morning (as a “reward” for doing my homework), I allowed myself to play Euchre on MSN game zone. I had already planned a leave of absence from my long term job, to pursue my masters degree in Kentucky. At the time I lived in western Canada. I clicked on a table of 3 players waiting for a 4th player. Out of hundreds of tables I choose it at random. My partner in the game, lived 5 mins from the university I planned to attend for my masters degree. We stayed and played most of the day (it was a Sunday) as partners . During the course of the day I found out he was the custodial dad of 4 kids, whose wife had deserted him with. His parents were helping him, so he could work full time. He’d been living 90 minutes away from his kids for 4 years, by the time he “met” me. I thought “here’s a man who stepped up to his responsibilities”, and had family helping him. I could use a friend, if I got accepted to university, and he lived less than 5 mins from campus. We had a long distance relationship, for a year, while I finished my undergrad. By that time, I was madly in love, and knew I would marry him. God works is strange ways. I finished school; sold my house on a handshake; received a year of severance to leave my job; sold almost everything I owned; moved to a new country; married him; took my masters degree on a federal grant; helped him finish raising the last two of his four kids; and was blissfully happy X 10 years. He passed away, very suddenly, following a relatively small surgery, and left me more money through life insurance that I knew he had. IF a tarot card reader had told me, everything “looks great until year 10, and then he’s going to pass away”, I would have still married him, to have the 10 years we had together. One of the boys I helped him raise, thanked me “for coming into their lives, and being with his dad at the very end, because he was sure my presence helped his dad transition”. I never in a million years thought the kids I’d help him raise would cleave to me after his passing, but they have, and I’m so grateful. So, sometimes, you just have to take a chance, listen to your internal voice, and be kind, because it’s always the “right thing to do”. God takes us in hand to show us “the path” we need to be on. You sometimes just have to trust him and “let go”, if the things you thought were important. Good luck to everyone, on this journey we call “life”. ❤️❤️
The subtle way the mom grabs for her kid when they met the 1st time and said "... don't want you catching any germs." shows where the guy got that type of mentality from. Racism is taught unfortunately. GREAT short film!!! I'm going to watch it again right now!
you do catch germs in a sandbox though, that's like the number 1 spot for that. I get that the film tries to make a point about racism but I don't see it reflected here.
My father once helped a woman with a flat tire in near our home southern NM. He recognized her accent and asked if she was also from Pennsylvania. Turns out that they were in elementary school together over fifty years ago. You never really meet a stranger.
The ironys n life ,what your 1st perception of people ,I met this guy who was an enemy, obnoxious rude we have become best mates,yeah he still rude.Im his best man at his wedding my speech started with how we met and 2 have the honour 2 give an account of our friendship which left the crowd n tears and laughter...happy ever after
It's amazing how some talented people can fill 12 minutes with so much emotion, themes, and deeper meanings while big 2 hour movies and millions of dollars amount to pure trash.
This was just so well done on so many levels. When the mom pulled her child away saying she didn’t want him to “get any germs”...that’s when it really started. The beginning of the corruption of a beautiful, sweet boy. It was a hard lesson to undo and it nearly broke him but with one astronomical show of kindness and forgiveness and belief in him, he was able to open his heart back up. He was able to do a 360 and become the beautiful man that young boy was always meant to be. We need to teach our children love and kindness, not hatred and division. Not only for others but for their happiness as well. Hatred will rot you from the inside.
I think that the mum comment at the sand pit is a good illustration of the ambiguity of our communications in our day to day lives - The mum's intention may be related to the idea of germs in a public sand pit, and not as a racial slur, the sowing of alienating seeds. How we hear and interpret are as important as what we say. I like this short film very much, it speaks much of human communication and relating. ❤️👍🌱
Ok this video tripped me out.. 8 years ago i was 19 and homeless in seattle, hooked on heroin and selling it just to get by. I feel really weird outright saying this (drugs made me the worst version of myself) i had pulled a lady into an alley and robbed her for her wallet and credit cards... 2 years later im sober and have my own place, dealing with all the guilt and trauma that drugs and homelessness bring. I had a new job and with my first paycheck i went out to the city to get the homeless whatever they needed that day. All honesty, one of the women i approached asked if i could get her diapers, baby wipes, some water ect. I come back from the rite aid and immediately recognized her as the woman i had robbed a few years prior... my heart absolutely fucking broke and all i could do was hide my shame and cry. to this day i advocate for and work with the homeless and troubled youth to show them a brighter way. Kindness is everything and we all can get lost at times. Some a little more than others. Show compassion to everyone and to yourselves 💜💙
@@startidewizard you're a truly special person. It's so hard to overcome those circumstances and I'm so happy for you. I'm an older person and have been through some stuff as well. I believe learning to forgive myself was the hardest bit, and still work on it as needed. Bless you for what you do.
@startidewizard Thanks for sharing your story, addiction is a horrible thing. I work in a rehab clinic since 26 years. Two days ago I met a guy who was in the clinic 10 or more times. He is clean since 10 years. I was very happy to hear this.
I had a childhood friend we used to play a lot then, i got far away as my father got transferred to other place, after 15-16 years we were in high school, and i got a glimpse from past i know this guy, then i met him again, but life was changed he remember me but not like old friends just a random person, i felt a little awkward and really bad. Then we passed from high school, and since then i never met him again!
@@solutionquickie1569 They should pay if its immediate. Nobody should have to pay for something they did over a decade ago (unless its something that had a huge impact)
For a couple of years it just bounced on the bottom of a the sea bed, just 20 or so views per day then suddenly at the end of March it started to blow up.
Just came through for me, too! I love it. Still, I guess it shows the power of the internet. I may be seeing this later than I would have if I had attended the local Film Festival, where I see it was a winner, but at least I get to see it. It really makes me wonder about the people I've crossed paths with.
Their first meeting was such a touching surprise… as was their last. In the beginning we are innocent, in the end, we are wise. All of the nonsense in between is just nonsense.
Every time, the person on the receiving end is the only one to remember. Whether you are being nice or being abusive, you'll forget but the object of your action will never forget.
I have found this true in my own life. Where I've treated people the way they've treated me but even they have forgotten what they did. I've also found myself on the receiving end of the treatment.
I noticed that too and thought how insightful of the script writer to ensure that the act of kindness was genuine selflessness, not motivated by a desire for atonement with just that one individual. Edit: I'm referring to meetings numbers 4 and 5.
It actually is crazy how everyone is connected. I was telling a story to my girlfriend at the times parents and i had mentioned the dugout which was a place for adult softball games and they had said they used to play there, and then her mom began telling me a story about how a little kid got hit with a ball when he was still in a stroller. That kid was me lmao, she was telling me a story about me to me, it turns out that my ex and I used to play together on the playground lmao. I even went to high school with her same grade and everything and I never even knew who she was, but she knew me which I thought was the craziest thing
the first meeting was really difficult. it just proves that the majority of hate and bias is taught to our children, and that starts the theft of innocence from our youth. absolutely beautiful film.
I don't think that was some prejudice in their firsr encounter. I personally thought her mother said he might get germs because of the cold or something. You might be right tho
@@entertainmentbuzz944 I believe I'm correct, it would explain why the film maker waited so long to show the first meeting. still, it's all up for interpretation. ☮❤🅰️
The bigotry I saw in my youth wasn’t from my parents. It was from my peers. It’s easy to blame parents, and often correct to,, but I typically saw goodness and fairness in my childhood friends’ parents I didn’t see in them. So you have to ask where is that learned?
@@UncleJoeHikes I agree, environment and peer pressure definitely play a part. However, I wouldn't expect you to be privy to that type of behavior (as a youth) from adults, if it was present at all, as most people tend to guard their speech and behavior when their child has friends over.
There are a lot of lessons here. 1. Don't be mean to others. 2. When you're mean and experience the consequences, don't blame others. 3. When someone is mean to you, don't seek revenge. 3. Being mean to someone who was mean to you, just because you can, doesn't make you a hero. 4. Acknowledging that you were mean and deserved the consequences will grow you into a better person. 5. Humility will grow you while arrogance can destroy you. 6. Helping others, rather than hurting them, will bring joy.
I was homeless on & off in NYC for years. This digs deep in me. I was begging for money one day because I really wanted a hot breakfast sandwich and coffee. A guy told me to get the EFF away and get a job. It was loud and I was too embarrassed to stay so I walked away. Then someone stopped me. A few people were telling that man off. Someone bought me a coffee and ham, egg & cheese sandwich. I WAS AN ANIMAL with it! He gave me some cash for food. I was uplifted. Later that day, the guy who told me to get a job walked up and had a bag of food. He looked as if he was about to cry. I took it, smiled brightly and said Thank You.
A lovely, lovely film. A reminder of what humans are capable of when prejudice and cruelty are not running the show. We are better than we allow ourselves to be.
I’m a harsh critic who’s had to watch hundreds of shorts over the years in the biz (& have made about 25 myself!) & I can honestly say this is one of the best shorts I’ve ever seen. Fantastic concept, structure & acting. I find some of the dialogue slightly clunky but there’s also some great writing. The money/gratitude scene was superbly acted.
Completely encapsulates the concept of how even the smallest of interactions can have the greatest of consequences - something I'm trying to teach my son. Beautiful, thank you!
I like how the director added the mother’s subtle racist remark, “Don’t want you catching germs,” to indicate that Alistair’s toxic mentality at the beginning of the film had been learned, and as the ending showed, it can be unlearned.
@@nocolaarssmith8719 Well we only assume it was dirty cuz it's a sandbox, but we don't actually know it is, I mean it looked clean I believe. I'm not saying it is, I'm just saying it could be. Plus they are kids, plus they didn't put it in their moth, I dunno it was still a nice movie
Not really working. In a world were all white people is racist and adults are smart because they are educated yes, but not all white people is racist and education doesn't make people smart, many modern parent doing the opposite what their childrens need, they don't let the children's immune system develop, they don't bestfeed their baby and so on. Yes, I think it is about racism but I don't think it's working. First calling someone in a name what is most representative to their kind is normal, germans were called Fritz americans were called Tommy in the second war, russians were called Ivan. Second, many mother is stupid enough to not let their children play in the sandbox for stupid or selfish reasons. This story could work better without implementing the white guy was a racist.
As a videographer and aspiring short documentary maker, I am so inspired by this film. I have watched it many times and revel in the way Marcus has conveyed the story.
Not much can get me to tear up, but this did it. Not only an incredible story, but also the fact you're still replying to comments 5 years later. Thank you for this, it was phenomenal!
When I was in high school, somebody I became good friends with took me to their house. When we got there I realized his neighbors house was where my grandma used to live & that he had lived there all his life. Him and I actually played together as children and never knew it until we had been friends for a while.
That look of discovery at the end when Samir recognizes Alistair and discovers his own actions of compassion may have made a difference in the world...
I learned this the hard way. After burning bridges. Then having to cross that bridge again. Yet it’s gone. Because I burnt it. Now at age 47 I have learned. There is no reason to end things on a negative note. Things can end on a positive note. Be better today than yesterday. Grow as an individual. Be humble. Be kind. Smile. Be happy. It’s a state of mind. Love y’all.
This has 'Karma' written all over it! This is truly a remarkable and extraordinary award-winning short film. This short film is what every human being on the planet needs to see before they die.
It should have been called “Do I know you?” Beautiful story and beautiful message 😊 I saw this many years ago, I’m so glad it randomly popped up in my feed again
It all starts in the kindergarten. Parents and teachers sometimes are unaware of the huge responsibility they carry and the footprint they’ll leave on young souls.
just goes to show that none of us would want to be judged on our worst day. We have all said and even done things that did not reflect our true caring nature.
Meet 1 : Both innocent Meet 2: Alister is kinda mean Meet 3: Aziz is kinda mean Meet 4: Alister is in need and Aziz is really generous Meet 5: Aziz is in need and Alister is really generous .
Oh cute except some things are meant to be unforgiving but looking at your statement you know nothing about that. What are you trying to acomplish by forgiving??? You are just simply acknowledging to their bullshit . It’s like somebody shits in your mouth and the person with the shit in the mouth swallows it🤮
It's impressive that this film manages to realistically portray its central characters over so many stages of their lives. Kudos to the various Sarahs of casting and make up.
I am not who I used to be. All the people I used to know, throughout the years, never knew the best version of me. It makes me sad to think that IF they ever think of me again, they will remember me for who I was, never knowing who I grew to be. It was volunteering that allowed me to forgive myself. Insightful writing. I am ...moved
This is a profound statement. I love that idea of the becoming the "best version of ourselves" and feeling sadness about the people we cared about not knowing who we would become. And volunteering being the thing that allows your to forgive yourself is profoundly moving too.
The good thing is that you have changed. You haven't dwelled on your old personality. Most people change in good and bad ways so I don't think people would imagine you today as the same.
I'm 50 now. Every time I feel like I hate the world, or the people in it... I watch this. I haven't made it past the 4th meeting one single time without crying. This is so beautiful. Such a simple story, but it is done so well. And the actors are just the best. Thank you!
When he was asked, "Do I know you?" at the end scene, he knows he remembers him, he doesn't need a word, he just smile instead. That question was the same words he uttered when he found the guy familiar, during the job interview - that scenario suddenly flashed back. The feeling of gratefulness and guilt at the same time, knowing he rejected the same person whom he helped afterwards during his lowest moment. Now, is the one helping him in his fragile state. What an eye-opening story!
Hi Sally, there are a few schools that do show this to their classes. I know this because a few teachers have emailed me asking if they could show it and we stayed in touch. If any school does screen it to their students then I'm always happy to do a Zoom Q&A with the children about filmmaking and how this was made.
I watched this short film a few years ago and it stayed in my mind. Exactly today I was thinking I‘d love to find it again but wasn‘t able to until UA-cam recommended it to me. Great work from you! Would love to know more about the process of making it!
@@marcusmarkou Yes I saw that video too, very interesting and I loved the way you put the director on the same level as everybody else. Is there perhaps more BTS available?
When you started with the second time, I thought I missed something. I loved how you put this together in a non-linear format for impact. This was such a wonderful and meaningful film for me. A little masterpiece. Thank you.
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I keep on coming back to this short movie and I realize why. There is good in almost everybody. The punch line was when Sammy was so happy that Allister had turned out to be an angel after he helped him when he when he was down and out.
In my entire time on youtube, I’ve never posted a single comment other than the time I was 12, asking what a pickup selector was in a guitar cover video of November Rain by Guns N Roses. 13 years later I decided to post this comment because I was really moved by this short film. It’s been a rough year for me and I’m trying to figure life out, just like every other person in their 20s. But thank you for this inspiring film that may have very well inspired me to write and produce emotional human stories like this. Thank you Marcus.
I'm 35 and still trying to figure out. However, I'll say this, the older I get...the less I try figuring out wtf it is I'm supposed to be doing, or who I'm supposed to be, and focus more on the life and people in front of me. Good luck!
Outstanding. If I may express and share a quote by Og Mandino. "Beginning today, treat everyone you meet as if they were going to be dead by midnight. Extend to them all the care, kindness, and understanding you can muster, and do it with no thought of any reward. Your life will never be the same again."
The last 2 minutes of listening to the violin/piano weeping moved my heart to tears for 2 minutes. Very rarely are people moved to tears these days. We are always on the run, busy about our business. The common man does not go to the opera, ballet or get to hear how an orchestra can move the heart to grandiose heights. Please make more movies like this to raise our consciousness and be more compassionate. Thank you 🧡
Dear Laura, yes, you're absolutely right, people don't get emotional about beautiful pieces of art any more (especially in times of pandemic) and the music is the most beautiful touch to that moving story. If you are looking for some deep spiritual experience with music, I strongly recommend Russian romances, most of all 'Kolokolcik', preferrebly performed by a georgian male choir. I can guarantee you streams of tears down your cheeks, an unforgettable thing.
Oh, Russian literature is excellent, though 'heavy', but since music was mentioned here, by 'romances' I meant old Russian songs (some are described as folk, as many originated in folk culture, but not in the traditional understanding of folk music, light and cheerful). I suppose due to extremely difficult fate of Russian nation, these songs mostly depict the hardships, in both the lyrics as well as most beautiful tunes. Also, they are, in my opinion, one of the best singers in the world. These songs are called 'romances' and I strongly recommend you discover them for yourself. Enjoy, all the best.
Now that I am in my mid-60s [and still feels like I'm in my 20's] I see how lifes Journey intertwines so intricately and beautifully. Thank you for your beautiful film.
I saw this film a few years ago and loved it. When it popped into my feed I remembered right away that if affected me (in a positive way) so I watched it again. Teared up both times. Beautifully acted.
Yes it popped up three times I ignored it twice or added it to my que but I’m so happy I rewatched it I thought it was something completely different & it filled me with joy & love! God bless !
I used to work at an apartment complex and there was a resident that was a nightmare, she never paid rent and she always was bitter and nasty and would call me a racist and threaten to sue me and one time even threatened the office with a “shotgun “ she supposedly had..... she was evicted for that. A few years later I walked into a shoe store and to my surprise this lady was the one helping me. I was instantly caught off gaurd but I could tell she didn’t recognize me. I felt bitter and had the thought “u used to make my job a nightmare now I should do the same”. I didn’t , she was good at her job and friendly. It was a fine interaction. 2 years later I go for an interview at my current job and she’s my supervisor. She hired me on the spot and I recently brought up to her the past. She didn’t remember me at all at the apartment office, she went on to explain her drug and alcohol addiction and how she was at the lowest point of her life back then. She cried and was so embarrassed . The thing is- I also had a past of addiction and alcohol abuse. We get along great now and she recently promoted me . She is doing great as well sober with a child. Life is weird
Sometimes when I'm feeling low, I get reminded "Hey, remember that time you bought that man's groceries?" Years ago I was standing at a checkout, night before Thanksgiving, and the card of the man ahead of me got declined over and over. So I bought his groceries for him. He cried. He said it was the first Thanksgiving he got to have his children over since the divorce. I have no idea who he was or what became of it all, but I hope it made a difference for him. Something we have to be reminded about just might be something another person never forgets.
Absolutely Amazing. I had to fight the tears from coming out. I was watching this while my wife and Mother-in-Law were sitting across the room chatting. They looked at me and said I look like I am about to cry. I am Middle Eastern and went through a lot in my younger day because of some people's ignorance. I always ignored their comments until it got very bad. I learned a lot in life. We are all born, we will grow up and we will all die. Our blood is red, we breath the same air and life is beautiful. Never hold a grudge and don't have hate in your heart. You will be happier. And that is just the begging of what I have learned in life. Peace, Blessings and Good Health to all.
I remember a man in my past that one said to me and he probably said this to me when I was just on the verge of waking up, but he said to me try to see yourself in every man and that single phrase has shaped many of the experiences I’ve had in life in a very positive way I remember when I became a human
The first meeting with the boys making sand castles put a smile on my face, then in an instant with one sentence from the mother I had a tear roll down my face. This is a must watch short, thanks to Marcus Markou and all involved.
For two years we were doing 20 or so views a day and I was really happy with it. But in the last three weeks this has blown up because people are liking, sharing and commenting. So please do keep liking and sharing this. It means so much to us all that people see this film. Thank you for all your beautiful and kind comments. And I know lots of schools are playing this to their students and I am very happy to do a Zoom Q&A with any classes, anywhere around the world. You can find me on Twitter twitter.com/MarcusMarkou or email me via www.doublemfilms.co.uk
Can you please add English subtitles? Would much appreciate it 🙏🙏🙏
Me encantó! Gracias por hacer un filme como este. Sería espléndido que tuviera subtítulos!
And well deserved too, can only imagine it will become much bigger than the current 200,000 views. Well done.
@@DebOnTheWebb Hi Debbie. I need to do this. Sadly, my Instagram account is only used for ironic purposes. And I'm wondering whether I should find someone with a big following that resonates with the film and get them to share it. But yes, will investigate!
@@phoenixpersonified3484 Okay, yes. I will look at doing a version that has English Subs... I am about to go shoot a feature film in June and its full on. But let me put this on the list.
I went out of my way to help someone who had lost their luggage on a flight from Spain to Glasgow. I was 18 years old. A few years later, I went for a job interview and the young man whom I had helped that day at Glasgow Airport, offered me the job on the spot! Through this job offer, I eventually ended up working in London and the company sent me to Gibraltar on a business trip where I met my English husband. We eventually married, moved to Madrid and had three amazing kids. I live in a lovely house with a swimming pool and I have been very happy… all because I stayed on after my shift had finished to help a stranger who was very distressed about his lost luggage. You never know who you know! My first meeting with the stranger was in 1977.
OMG your story should be a short film too! I'm so thrilled for you & your story moves me deeply. Bless you & your family in this new year💖🥳
@@joanneweiss3864 Thank you. Happy New Year.
This was really inspiring ! Hope you have a good day ahead :)
I believe detiny, fate
You just never know, how your life touches others. I was in my early 40’s ending my long term first marriage (separated), and was finishing my last year of my bachelors degree. One Sunday morning (as a “reward” for doing my homework), I allowed myself to play Euchre on MSN game zone. I had already planned a leave of absence from my long term job, to pursue my masters degree in Kentucky. At the time I lived in western Canada. I clicked on a table of 3 players waiting for a 4th player. Out of hundreds of tables I choose it at random. My partner in the game, lived 5 mins from the university I planned to attend for my masters degree. We stayed and played most of the day (it was a Sunday) as partners . During the course of the day I found out he was the custodial dad of 4 kids, whose wife had deserted him with. His parents were helping him, so he could work full time. He’d been living 90 minutes away from his kids for 4 years, by the time he “met” me. I thought “here’s a man who stepped up to his responsibilities”, and had family helping him. I could use a friend, if I got accepted to university, and he lived less than 5 mins from campus. We had a long distance relationship, for a year, while I finished my undergrad. By that time, I was madly in love, and knew I would marry him. God works is strange ways. I finished school; sold my house on a handshake; received a year of severance to leave my job; sold almost everything I owned; moved to a new country; married him; took my masters degree on a federal grant; helped him finish raising the last two of his four kids; and was blissfully happy X 10 years. He passed away, very suddenly, following a relatively small surgery, and left me more money through life insurance that I knew he had. IF a tarot card reader had told me, everything “looks great until year 10, and then he’s going to pass away”, I would have still married him, to have the 10 years we had together. One of the boys I helped him raise, thanked me “for coming into their lives, and being with his dad at the very end, because he was sure my presence helped his dad transition”. I never in a million years thought the kids I’d help him raise would cleave to me after his passing, but they have, and I’m so grateful. So, sometimes, you just have to take a chance, listen to your internal voice, and be kind, because it’s always the “right thing to do”. God takes us in hand to show us “the path” we need to be on. You sometimes just have to trust him and “let go”, if the things you thought were important. Good luck to everyone, on this journey we call “life”. ❤️❤️
You never know when you'll cross paths again. And again. And again. So make each crossing a kind one.
By the way, fantastic work on this Marcus, from start to finish. Innovative and well-constructed!
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@@AnthonyMiyazaki sometimes kindness comes in harshness....
@@Cyberbanditmx That's incredible. ❤
The subtle way the mom grabs for her kid when they met the 1st time and said "... don't want you catching any germs." shows where the guy got that type of mentality from. Racism is taught unfortunately.
GREAT short film!!! I'm going to watch it again right now!
Thank you, regards Marcus
you do catch germs in a sandbox though, that's like the number 1 spot for that. I get that the film tries to make a point about racism but I don't see it reflected here.
“So you see… we’re not just telling stories, we’re changing lives.”
My father once helped a woman with a flat tire in near our home southern NM. He recognized her accent and asked if she was also from Pennsylvania. Turns out that they were in elementary school together over fifty years ago. You never really meet a stranger.
Ever.
That's amazing
The ironys n life ,what your 1st perception of people ,I met this guy who was an enemy, obnoxious rude we have become best mates,yeah he still rude.Im his best man at his wedding my speech started with how we met and 2 have the honour 2 give an account of our friendship which left the crowd n tears and laughter...happy ever after
@@alamaamosa3801 who knows life can change upside down! One must treat others as he wants himself to get treated. Have a great life all☺️
kinda like when you make a "sound", Silence is broken
I like how it ends with the prospect of them going to the park together - a park is where they first met as children.
That detail makes it even better. Very perceptive!
Great observation.
The irony of life in twelve minutes. What a masterpiece. Bravo!
Yes, it is definitely a master piece
BRAVO 4-19 ON THE WAY
I’m in here with tears 😭 😭💕💕
Mind blowing man what did i just watch. Heart mind emotions everywhere so touching man
@@TerryFreak389 me too😢
Its funny, we remember the hurt we receive so viscerally but not the hurt we put onto others.
Makes you wonder how many people you've met, more than once.
I met a depressed clown more than five times near my house... does that actually mean something?
Seven. Seven people.
It’s more a message than a given I think..
I remember one that a meet two times
She is a girl and I know today she is completely diferent. Maybe someday we can meet a third time
It's amazing how some talented people can fill 12 minutes with so much emotion, themes, and deeper meanings while big 2 hour movies and millions of dollars amount to pure trash.
That's exactly what I thought!
Spot on!
So true
Hahahaha
You just gotta find the right movies. Most people dont watch movies because of their deeper meaning...
This was just so well done on so many levels. When the mom pulled her child away saying she didn’t want him to “get any germs”...that’s when it really started. The beginning of the corruption of a beautiful, sweet boy. It was a hard lesson to undo and it nearly broke him but with one astronomical show of kindness and forgiveness and belief in him, he was able to open his heart back up. He was able to do a 360 and become the beautiful man that young boy was always meant to be.
We need to teach our children love and kindness, not hatred and division. Not only for others but for their happiness as well. Hatred will rot you from the inside.
I think that the mum comment at the sand pit is a good illustration of the ambiguity of our communications in our day to day lives -
The mum's intention may be related to the idea of germs in a public sand pit, and not as a racial slur, the sowing of alienating seeds.
How we hear and interpret are as important as what we say.
I like this short film very much, it speaks much of human communication and relating. ❤️👍🌱
Doinf a 360 means he didnt change lol
@@juliahartshorn2473 I just assumed that that was meant to be the message based on the rest of the film...as he grew up to be a racist.
@@diona5370 180 then. Think most people got the gist of what I was trying to say.
@@supernova11711 im just pullin ya tail. Thoughtful comment your was, the video was beautiful
Ok this video tripped me out.. 8 years ago i was 19 and homeless in seattle, hooked on heroin and selling it just to get by. I feel really weird outright saying this (drugs made me the worst version of myself) i had pulled a lady into an alley and robbed her for her wallet and credit cards... 2 years later im sober and have my own place, dealing with all the guilt and trauma that drugs and homelessness bring. I had a new job and with my first paycheck i went out to the city to get the homeless whatever they needed that day. All honesty, one of the women i approached asked if i could get her diapers, baby wipes, some water ect. I come back from the rite aid and immediately recognized her as the woman i had robbed a few years prior... my heart absolutely fucking broke and all i could do was hide my shame and cry. to this day i advocate for and work with the homeless and troubled youth to show them a brighter way. Kindness is everything and we all can get lost at times. Some a little more than others. Show compassion to everyone and to yourselves 💜💙
Goes to show even criminals are humans.
You're about the same age as my step daughter. I haven't seen her in many years. Last I heard she was homeless somewhere. I wish I could helped her.
God bless you! Prayers to continue to be blessed & a blessing.
@@startidewizard you're a truly special person. It's so hard to overcome those circumstances and I'm so happy for you. I'm an older person and have been through some stuff as well. I believe learning to forgive myself was the hardest bit, and still work on it as needed. Bless you for what you do.
@startidewizard Thanks for sharing your story, addiction is a horrible thing. I work in a rehab clinic since 26 years. Two days ago I met a guy who was in the clinic 10 or more times. He is clean since 10 years. I was very happy to hear this.
Think how many times this could have happened, in our lives.
Right? When we weren’t paying attention? 🍃
this is so crazy to think about
@@Wat3rCoCk it truly is, isn’t it?? Have a wonderful day!
From childhood it's amazing to think about it.
I had a childhood friend we used to play a lot then, i got far away as my father got transferred to other place, after 15-16 years we were in high school, and i got a glimpse from past i know this guy, then i met him again, but life was changed he remember me but not like old friends just a random person, i felt a little awkward and really bad. Then we passed from high school, and since then i never met him again!
Never burn a bridge. You may need to walk across it yourself some day. Very very well done.
My mom tells me that. Thanks for the reminder.
Absolutely true. Never, ever, burn a bridge.
Sometimes the bridges you burn light your way - rather: never be an a**hole to anyone…
A old proverb says...be nice with the younger, the beggar and the old man ...because at some point of your life you could be all of them...I love it 💓
So true ❤
The order of the encounters, the flow, the history, incredible. Magnificent short movie.
Thank you. I do feel I got lucky with the story. I found a way in and it kind of told itself and I am so happy it connects with people every day.
@@marcusmarkouyou did great, i really enjoyed it
This film proves you’re not the same person you were ten years ago.
Anyone can change. Even for the better.
yes they can but they could pay for their actions
No man ever steps into the same river twice.
It certainly suggests that we’re capable of change…
@@akizmetkat999 that’s makes no sense to me what are you trying to say
@@solutionquickie1569 They should pay if its immediate. Nobody should have to pay for something they did over a decade ago (unless its something that had a huge impact)
Why has it taken youtube over 2 years to recommend this to me? That, was exceptional. Bravo M. Markou.
For a couple of years it just bounced on the bottom of a the sea bed, just 20 or so views per day then suddenly at the end of March it started to blow up.
Same here 👍
Precious ❣
Just came through for me, too! I love it. Still, I guess it shows the power of the internet. I may be seeing this later than I would have if I had attended the local Film Festival, where I see it was a winner, but at least I get to see it. It really makes me wonder about the people I've crossed paths with.
Coz now u ready & it's time.
Decided by utube or universe?
Is the question.
Not friends, not enemies
Just strangers with some memories
Is that a song 🤔
@@isaiah6659 I donno mate
Their first meeting was such a touching surprise… as was their last. In the beginning we are innocent, in the end, we are wise. All of the nonsense in between is just nonsense.
That's a perfect summary
Succinctly put, spot on well done
Innocence of children,prejudice/ignorance.. forgiveness.. compassion... humility.. repentance.. redemption..very poetic!🙏
A man's walk through life.
@@mlight6845 ..as Sherlock Holmes once said.." you are not in yourself luminous, but you are nevertheless a conductor of light! " M.Light 😁
Yes, James
@@jamespsyfer I have learned we do emanate near infrared light just beyond the visible spectrum.
@@dellacalfee touché 🤣🤣🤣
Every time, the person on the receiving end is the only one to remember.
Whether you are being nice or being abusive, you'll forget but the object of your action will never forget.
I have found this true in my own life.
Where I've treated people the way they've treated me but even they have forgotten what they did.
I've also found myself on the receiving end of the treatment.
I noticed that too and thought how insightful of the script writer to ensure that the act of kindness was genuine selflessness, not motivated by a desire for atonement with just that one individual.
Edit: I'm referring to meetings numbers 4 and 5.
So true. So wise.
My only disappointment was this wasn't a full 2hr movie. Great Job to the writer and all involved.
It actually is crazy how everyone is connected. I was telling a story to my girlfriend at the times parents and i had mentioned the dugout which was a place for adult softball games and they had said they used to play there, and then her mom began telling me a story about how a little kid got hit with a ball when he was still in a stroller. That kid was me lmao, she was telling me a story about me to me, it turns out that my ex and I used to play together on the playground lmao. I even went to high school with her same grade and everything and I never even knew who she was, but she knew me which I thought was the craziest thing
the first meeting was really difficult. it just proves that the majority of hate and bias is taught to our children, and that starts the theft of innocence from our youth. absolutely beautiful film.
I don't think that was some prejudice in their firsr encounter. I personally thought her mother said he might get germs because of the cold or something. You might be right tho
@@entertainmentbuzz944 I believe I'm correct, it would explain why the film maker waited so long to show the first meeting. still, it's all up for interpretation. ☮❤🅰️
The bigotry I saw in my youth wasn’t from my parents. It was from my peers. It’s easy to blame parents, and often correct to,, but I typically saw goodness and fairness in my childhood friends’ parents I didn’t see in them. So you have to ask where is that learned?
@@UncleJoeHikes I agree, environment and peer pressure definitely play a part. However, I wouldn't expect you to be privy to that type of behavior (as a youth) from adults, if it was present at all, as most people tend to guard their speech and behavior when their child has friends over.
I'm not crying. You have me sobbing. This should be required watching. People aren't born hating. Hate is learned.
Why do you fall back on hate?
Bullshit
Hi 😇
BECK, i agree, this should be required in elementary schools.
No, every baby is taught to share, tell the truth, etc. Humans fell away from God and only Jesus can make us whole again and give us a new nature!
Fine, go ahead and make me cry why don't you.
For sure and now you make me smile. Thank you.
No idea why I clicked on this recommended video but I’m so glad I did
Well, I'm very glad that you did! Marcus
@@marcusmarkou very well made and impactful film. Good job
There are a lot of lessons here.
1. Don't be mean to others.
2. When you're mean and experience the consequences, don't blame others.
3. When someone is mean to you, don't seek revenge.
3. Being mean to someone who was mean to you, just because you can, doesn't make you a hero.
4. Acknowledging that you were mean and deserved the consequences will grow you into a better person.
5. Humility will grow you while arrogance can destroy you.
6. Helping others, rather than hurting them, will bring joy.
Very good. 👏👏👏
tyyy
It's nice to know that there are beautiful people out there still in this crumbling world in which we all live
The innocence of childhood friends and the learned lessons in maturity of old age meet. Beautiful story.
Well said.
You don't remember the people you've hurt, but the people you've hurt remember you.
That's right
Life doesnt run in a straight line.
It circles back on itself more often than we know.
DAMN GOOD MOVIE!!
..because it should guard against the danger of being tread into the wrong path in its evolution at every moment.
I was homeless on & off in NYC for years. This digs deep in me. I was begging for money one day because I really wanted a hot breakfast sandwich and coffee. A guy told me to get the EFF away and get a job. It was loud and I was too embarrassed to stay so I walked away. Then someone stopped me. A few people were telling that man off. Someone bought me a coffee and ham, egg & cheese sandwich. I WAS AN ANIMAL with it! He gave me some cash for food. I was uplifted.
Later that day, the guy who told me to get a job walked up and had a bag of food. He looked as if he was about to cry. I took it, smiled brightly and said Thank You.
And that man was me 👍❤️
@Chxotic 😀
@Chxotic by watching this video
@Chxotic u seems to be a curious soul
@Chxotic it's by chance 😀, everything is interconnected , mind it
A lovely, lovely film. A reminder of what humans are capable of when prejudice and cruelty are not running the show. We are better than we allow ourselves to be.
Your right but alot of racism is taught at home
12 minute emotional rollercoaster. Well done!
Thanks!
I’m a harsh critic who’s had to watch hundreds of shorts over the years in the biz (& have made about 25 myself!) & I can honestly say this is one of the best shorts I’ve ever seen. Fantastic concept, structure & acting. I find some of the dialogue slightly clunky but there’s also some great writing. The money/gratitude scene was superbly acted.
Agreed!
Sometimes, the most simplest ideas are often the greatest. Too many try too much or too little. This filmmaker understands storytelling.
Completely encapsulates the concept of how even the smallest of interactions can have the greatest of consequences - something I'm trying to teach my son. Beautiful, thank you!
I like how the director added the mother’s subtle racist remark, “Don’t want you catching germs,” to indicate that Alistair’s toxic mentality at the beginning of the film had been learned, and as the ending showed, it can be unlearned.
That's genius!
to be fair he was playing in a dirty sandbox
@@nocolaarssmith8719 Well we only assume it was dirty cuz it's a sandbox, but we don't actually know it is, I mean it looked clean I believe.
I'm not saying it is, I'm just saying it could be. Plus they are kids, plus they didn't put it in their moth, I dunno it was still a nice movie
Not really working. In a world were all white people is racist and adults are smart because they are educated yes, but not all white people is racist and education doesn't make people smart, many modern parent doing the opposite what their childrens need, they don't let the children's immune system develop, they don't bestfeed their baby and so on.
Yes, I think it is about racism but I don't think it's working. First calling someone in a name what is most representative to their kind is normal, germans were called Fritz americans were called Tommy in the second war, russians were called Ivan.
Second, many mother is stupid enough to not let their children play in the sandbox for stupid or selfish reasons.
This story could work better without implementing the white guy was a racist.
@@Zodroo_Tint I like the way you think, and I agree with you too. Well sayd
As a videographer and aspiring short documentary maker, I am so inspired by this film. I have watched it many times and revel in the way Marcus has conveyed the story.
Thanks Phil. Good luck with all your filmmaking projects.
@@marcusmarkouGreat job man. Not many people can make something truly amazing out of just actors and settings nowadays.
Not much can get me to tear up, but this did it. Not only an incredible story, but also the fact you're still replying to comments 5 years later. Thank you for this, it was phenomenal!
Thank you too! Marcus
When I was in high school, somebody I became good friends with took me to their house.
When we got there I realized his neighbors house was where my grandma used to live & that he had lived there all his life.
Him and I actually played together as children and never knew it until we had been friends for a while.
sweet
That look of discovery at the end when Samir recognizes Alistair and discovers his own actions of compassion may have made a difference in the world...
I learned this the hard way. After burning bridges. Then having to cross that bridge again. Yet it’s gone. Because I burnt it. Now at age 47 I have learned. There is no reason to end things on a negative note. Things can end on a positive note. Be better today than yesterday. Grow as an individual. Be humble. Be kind. Smile. Be happy. It’s a state of mind. Love y’all.
nvm editied
Ty
"In a world where you can be anything, be kind." Clare Pooley
As a bald, beareded man called Alisdair, I approve of this video.
Wow
Are you also taught to be racist as a kid lol
Do I know you?
Hahahahaha
You were right on not giving me that job
What an incredible film. I'm in tears. There is love and hope with humanity, we just need to give it a chance. Amazing work Marcus.
Thank you!
Agree
Maybe it's blowing up (you know, popularizing) now because it's a gift we all really need right now? 🌞
No….Thank YOU!!!! Likewise in tears
@@marcusmarkou it's amazing , decent elegant touchy and interesting
This has 'Karma' written all over it! This is truly a remarkable and extraordinary award-winning short film. This short film is what every human being on the planet needs to see before they die.
...early on in life! That way they learn the pattern, make any needed adjustments and implement it early on.
It should have been called “Do I know you?”
Beautiful story and beautiful message 😊 I saw this many years ago, I’m so glad it randomly popped up in my feed again
Thank you, again!
the initial omitting of the first meeting does a great job of building that curiosity, cool idea
It all starts in the kindergarten. Parents and teachers sometimes are unaware of the huge responsibility they carry and the footprint they’ll leave on young souls.
You are absolutely right Ari's, my father did that to me with the (n) word.I hope he regretted it later on.Thank God it didn't stick.
We are strangers, but together we have just witnessed a fine film worthy of sharing with everyone, including strangers.
Thank you, that's a beautiful message.
Best short I've seen all year. Why didn't I see this before now. These 2 actors were a perfect fit. Amazing tear jerker.👍
Thank you!
Watch two distant strangers on Netflix!
Treat others the way you want to be treated. Spread love not hate and always be there for those in need ❤
"Everyone wants to think about changing the world but no one wants to think about changing themselves" Tolstoy
just goes to show that none of us would want to be judged on our worst day. We have all said and even done things that did not reflect our true caring nature.
Its always wise to be nice to people on your way up because you will possibly see them on your way down
"The axe forgets but the tree remembers." Some wise person
No idea why UA-cam recommended this but it was the best recommendation in a long time. Sweet movie.
I believe we are born to love and taught to hate. What an example of that.
We remain who we are, yet we are always becoming someone else. At 70, I would be a stranger to my 20 year old self. Changes.
Eloquently worded. Journeys may alter the landscape views, the vehicle aged heavier from momentous gathered.
At 60, I feel the same. Thank you...
Meet 1 : Both innocent
Meet 2: Alister is kinda mean
Meet 3: Aziz is kinda mean
Meet 4: Alister is in need and Aziz is really generous
Meet 5: Aziz is in need and Alister is really generous .
So sweet, be kind to others and forgive those who wronged you in the past
Some things are truly unforgivable
Cancel Culture...
Amen
Amen life is hard enough without being kind to one another 🥰
Oh cute except some things are meant to be unforgiving but looking at your statement you know nothing about that. What are you trying to acomplish by forgiving??? You are just simply acknowledging to their bullshit . It’s like somebody shits in your mouth and the person with the shit in the mouth swallows it🤮
It's impressive that this film manages to realistically portray its central characters over so many stages of their lives. Kudos to the various Sarahs of casting and make up.
I am not who I used to be. All the people I used to know, throughout the years, never knew the best version of me. It makes me sad to think that IF they ever think of me again, they will remember me for who I was, never knowing who I grew to be. It was volunteering that allowed me to forgive myself. Insightful writing. I am ...moved
This is a profound statement. I love that idea of the becoming the "best version of ourselves" and feeling sadness about the people we cared about not knowing who we would become. And volunteering being the thing that allows your to forgive yourself is profoundly moving too.
The good thing is that you have changed. You haven't dwelled on your old personality. Most people change in good and bad ways so I don't think people would imagine you today as the same.
I'm 50 now. Every time I feel like I hate the world, or the people in it... I watch this. I haven't made it past the 4th meeting one single time without crying. This is so beautiful. Such a simple story, but it is done so well. And the actors are just the best. Thank you!
That's such a lovely message. Thank you, Marcus
Poetry and short movies can achieve so much more than a book or a feature length movie.
When he was asked, "Do I know you?" at the end scene, he knows he remembers him, he doesn't need a word, he just smile instead. That question was the same words he uttered when he found the guy familiar, during the job interview - that scenario suddenly flashed back. The feeling of gratefulness and guilt at the same time, knowing he rejected the same person whom he helped afterwards during his lowest moment. Now, is the one helping him in his fragile state. What an eye-opening story!
Amazing ... this should be showed in every school classroom across the land
Hi Sally, there are a few schools that do show this to their classes. I know this because a few teachers have emailed me asking if they could show it and we stayed in touch. If any school does screen it to their students then I'm always happy to do a Zoom Q&A with the children about filmmaking and how this was made.
@@marcusmarkou That's amazing !
I watched this short film a few years ago and it stayed in my mind. Exactly today I was thinking I‘d love to find it again but wasn‘t able to until UA-cam recommended it to me. Great work from you! Would love to know more about the process of making it!
@DanDaManBaBam ah! UA-cam recommends to the rescue. There is a video of me talking about the making of it too.
@@marcusmarkou Yes I saw that video too, very interesting and I loved the way you put the director on the same level as everybody else. Is there perhaps more BTS available?
When Samir smiles at the end I couldnt hold up tears were shedding .
Probably the best short film I've ever seen. So well done. Love it. A powerful message on many levels.
Thanks Kelly!
Me too.
I was supposed to just eat my lunch and carry on working. Now I'm crying. That was beautiful man❤
this is one of the only films ive watched that has genuinely brought tears to my eye. this is a masterpiece. thank you.
I wish you were one of the judges who selected Shorts for the Oscars... not that it matters! Because YOU found this. Thank you, whoever you are.
A little humility, understanding and compassion can go a long way in life....beautifully done!
It’s a small world we live in, treat other’s as you want to be treated.
The Prophet mohamed piece be upon him said, "None of you will have faith till he wishes for his (Muslim) brother what he likes for himself."
I bet you scrolled back like me to see if you missed the first time they met😂 this was a beautiful short film 🤩🥰
100% did.
Yup, I did
When you started with the second time, I thought I missed something. I loved how you put this together in a non-linear format for impact. This was such a wonderful and meaningful film for me. A little masterpiece. Thank you.
Thanks Jeffrey - that's very kind of you. Marcus
I cried because it hit home, how in seemingly small ways, we touch each other & they are big ways indeed.
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I keep on coming back to this short movie and I realize why. There is good in almost everybody. The punch line was when Sammy was so happy that Allister had turned out to be an angel after he helped him when he when he was down and out.
Thank you Chris - filmmaker here
I think it’s guilt by the homeless man. Racial slurs… 😰😰😰
This deserves all the awards it's been given. What a beautiful story!
What a beautiful story. It touched my heart and brought tears to my eyes.
I love short films that are strong and captivating like this
In my entire time on youtube, I’ve never posted a single comment other than the time I was 12, asking what a pickup selector was in a guitar cover video of November Rain by Guns N Roses. 13 years later I decided to post this comment because I was really moved by this short film. It’s been a rough year for me and I’m trying to figure life out, just like every other person in their 20s. But thank you for this inspiring film that may have very well inspired me to write and produce emotional human stories like this. Thank you Marcus.
I'm honoured by your comment Juan. Marcus
I'm 35 and still trying to figure out. However, I'll say this, the older I get...the less I try figuring out wtf it is I'm supposed to be doing, or who I'm supposed to be, and focus more on the life and people in front of me.
Good luck!
@@fargnbastage I love you
@@marcusmarkou You should be
Hope you find your path.
Outstanding. If I may express and share a quote by Og Mandino. "Beginning today, treat everyone you meet as if they were going to be dead by midnight. Extend to them all the care, kindness, and understanding you can muster, and do it with no thought of any reward. Your life will never be the same again."
What a beautiful idea.
Now that should be a message shown everywhere, billboards, classroom posters, businesses .. you get my point.
The last 2 minutes of listening to the violin/piano weeping moved my heart to tears for 2 minutes. Very rarely are people moved to tears these days. We are always on the run, busy about our business. The common man does not go to the opera, ballet or get to hear how an orchestra can move the heart to grandiose heights. Please make more movies like this to raise our consciousness and be more compassionate. Thank you 🧡
Dear Laura, yes, you're absolutely right, people don't get emotional about beautiful pieces of art any more (especially in times of pandemic) and the music is the most beautiful touch to that moving story. If you are looking for some deep spiritual experience with music, I strongly recommend Russian romances, most of all 'Kolokolcik', preferrebly performed by a georgian male choir. I can guarantee you streams of tears down your cheeks, an unforgettable thing.
@@janinadabrowska8152 sounds interesting..love russian writers, never read much romance..
But, yes, ART.
Oh, Russian literature is excellent, though 'heavy', but since music was mentioned here, by 'romances' I meant old Russian songs (some are described as folk, as many originated in folk culture, but not in the traditional understanding of folk music, light and cheerful). I suppose due to extremely difficult fate of Russian nation, these songs mostly depict the hardships, in both the lyrics as well as most beautiful tunes. Also, they are, in my opinion, one of the best singers in the world. These songs are called 'romances' and I strongly recommend you discover them for yourself. Enjoy, all the best.
You know never who you've already run into! In a world where you can be anything, be kind
Our mother always taught us this. Be kind you never know who will cross your path again. That was a gift. So is this film. Thank you.
Exactly.....the way v treat others actually reflects how v r ourselves.....so shud always b nice to others...
@@nailaaslam879 Sister it’s ‘we’ not ‘v’
You just never know what's around the corner. The least you can do is teach your children to be kind to whoever they meet.
Brilliantly observed.
Kind but with Boundaries! Having boundaries is healthy and safe.😉
Now that I am in my mid-60s [and still feels like I'm in my 20's] I see how lifes Journey intertwines so intricately and beautifully. Thank you for your beautiful film.
I saw this film a few years ago and loved it. When it popped into my feed I remembered right away that if affected me (in a positive way) so I watched it again. Teared up both times. Beautifully acted.
Yes it popped up three times I ignored it twice or added it to my que but I’m so happy I rewatched it I thought it was something completely different & it filled me with joy & love! God bless !
I have some kind of angelic algorithm to thank for this
Really good story. I have used it with my students in Spain to debate about intolerance, ignorance, and the power of empathy. Thank you very much!
Thank you Nuria, that is great to hear. Regards to all your students!
would be interested to join your class!
I used to work at an apartment complex and there was a resident that was a nightmare, she never paid rent and she always was bitter and nasty and would call me a racist and threaten to sue me and one time even threatened the office with a “shotgun “ she supposedly had..... she was evicted for that. A few years later I walked into a shoe store and to my surprise this lady was the one helping me. I was instantly caught off gaurd but I could tell she didn’t recognize me. I felt bitter and had the thought “u used to make my job a nightmare now I should do the same”. I didn’t , she was good at her job and friendly. It was a fine interaction. 2 years later I go for an interview at my current job and she’s my supervisor. She hired me on the spot and I recently brought up to her the past. She didn’t remember me at all at the apartment office, she went on to explain her drug and alcohol addiction and how she was at the lowest point of her life back then. She cried and was so embarrassed . The thing is- I also had a past of addiction and alcohol abuse. We get along great now and she recently promoted me . She is doing great as well sober with a child. Life is weird
@@mewho6199 no. I’m glad that’s what you took from the story tho.
@@gamecop2191 damn, I’m proud of you! If that were me I would’ve been pissed
beautiful and touching story my friend. Spot on. This goes straight to the heart of this video. Thank you for sharing.
Omg, im crying so much, the smile on he's face at the end, "Do i know you?". And they've known eachother their whole life basically!
Sometimes when I'm feeling low, I get reminded "Hey, remember that time you bought that man's groceries?" Years ago I was standing at a checkout, night before Thanksgiving, and the card of the man ahead of me got declined over and over. So I bought his groceries for him. He cried. He said it was the first Thanksgiving he got to have his children over since the divorce. I have no idea who he was or what became of it all, but I hope it made a difference for him. Something we have to be reminded about just might be something another person never forgets.
1st meeting explained why he was having racial thoughts... the words of parents have deep impact on kids ❤️
Yeah, I thought the same way as you. I also noticed that the young Alistar was still lovely that he said "Bye-bye" to his friend.
@@akievaluation absolutely 🙏
Absolutely Amazing. I had to fight the tears from coming out. I was watching this while my wife and Mother-in-Law were sitting across the room chatting. They looked at me and said I look like I am about to cry. I am Middle Eastern and went through a lot in my younger day because of some people's ignorance. I always ignored their comments until it got very bad. I learned a lot in life. We are all born, we will grow up and we will all die. Our blood is red, we breath the same air and life is beautiful. Never hold a grudge and don't have hate in your heart. You will be happier. And that is just the begging of what I have learned in life. Peace, Blessings and Good Health to all.
Beautiful comment. Most of us want to live and be happy, not fighting. Our ‘leaders’ want war?
Let them go fight. Love to you and yours.
@@chakkakon Thank you CHAKKA. Hugs n Kisses to you as well.
Blessings, Jonas. Thank you for sharing your pain and your story.
Congrats on getting picked up by UA-cam algorithm recommendation. Truly a gem of a film.
I remember a man in my past that one said to me and he probably said this to me when I was just on the verge of waking up, but he said to me try to see yourself in every man and that single phrase has shaped many of the experiences I’ve had in life in a very positive way
I remember when I became a human
Dude, you got some serious wonderful performances from these actors. They truly made the material come alive.
They are all really good actors. When the story, screenplay and good actors come together, you don't have to do too much.
It may be difficult to do but never return hate for hate. It will catch up with you in the long run
The first meeting with the boys making sand castles put a smile on my face, then in an instant with one sentence from the mother I had a tear roll down my face. This is a must watch short, thanks to Marcus Markou and all involved.
Thank you