Mark, if you read this you were my dads favourite and our house was always playing you through the 80s and 90s. He passed away last year and we played you at his funeral. Thank you for touching so many lives.

So glad you chose music over journalism Mark Knopfler. Life could have been so empty. Here's to good health and a long life.........Bless you.

Mark has given me the most musical pleasure throughout my life, and I am 70 years of age. Marks guitar playing has often brought me to tears with his moving methods of emotional crescendos and his individual riffs etc. I have not long left on this planet, but I wish I could just meet him to shake his hand and to thank him for what he has done for me and that emotional way he has made me feel so often. His music and the way he plays just sends me to somewhere special God Bless you Mark, thanks so very much mate. You have little idea what your playing means to me. Many will feel the same I know. Mark, you are a special musician, so rare with a gift that I cannot describe. Thank s so much!

Had a privilege to meet Mark & co. in spring 1985. in Split, Croatia, when they were preparing the Brothers In Arms world tour. What humble and kind guys they were and still are. Totally down the earth.

"Romeo & Juliet " undoubtedly one of best love songs ever written ❤ Yhank You Mark

My all time favourite band and guitarist.What makes him so special is his humility.Long Live the great,the supremely talented MK.

"Music will be a friend to you all your life." -- Mark Knopfler

You can see why these two stayed together, true friends, true respect, no egos. Great Englishmen...

12:07: two good friends smiling at each other when they play a tune they played decades ago. Pure joy!

My heart skipped a beat when he started playing Romeo and Juliet- just amazing 👌

This was produced 7 years ago and I’m just now watching it. I’m so happy I found it. A true testament to Mark’s statement “Music will be a friend to you all your life”

me and my brother hitched to manchester,liverpool,chester (120miles away) from age 13 to window shop guitars,then sleep under a hedge in a plastic bag,all on no money at all,,also i learnt with twisted hands that didant even open,,so some of us came up an even harder way,,never had any pocket money,,lucky i got my grandmother to buy me a 2nd hand copy of a fender bass so i could start a beatles copy band,,i never got the fame i wanted,,but i did get the music,,taught 2 that became music teachers,2 that won national championships,and learnt fame wasant really important,,but thanks "mark" you are probably the best guitar player ever..stu

That's me at the cash at 28:21. I just walked in with no idea what was going on. I did recognize John from somewhere. It wasn't until the producer came over and I asked him what they were doing and he pointed Mark out that I realized who it was. Jeez. It really hits you how time flies when your heroes, who you've worshipped since your childhood, suddenly appear. And what do you know. They are 50 years older than you remember them. :) Super easy going guys. Chatted with Mark briefly about 335s and sheepishly asked him to autograph the Rudy's shopping bag with a new slide in it I'd just bought for a friend.

What a beautiful video... I grew up in Eastern Europe on bootlegged/pirated Dire Straits cassettes (what else?), picked up my older brother's guitar when I was 10 and still play today... and would you please look at the world now and how we lost all the legacy of hand made music with real people and real souls behind. I remember my father bringing the 'Brothers in Arms' LP from his visit in Western Berlin, it was the sound of 'the' real life for us. And how right Mark is saying music can be your friend for life... absolutely. Hats off to John for staying friends with Mark after all this years, not many bandmates are that respectful with each other once a world-class band splits. Just wonderful, thank you!

Love the way Mark refers to the efforts his Dad made to get him the first guitar, we all owe his dad great thanks for setting him on his journey.

When all is said and done, I believe that Mark Knopfler will be remembered as the Mozart of our day, Really!

18 minutes in, when Mark takes the Strat out of it's case , watching him handle it and play it and finally put it reverentially back in it's case, you feel like it's part of his soul - more than any of the other guitars, it's who and what he is. But watching that fragment over and over again, I realised that part of my soul also resides in that guitar, and those chords that he plays. It's not just the soaring beauty of the notes and the effortless way he plays them; it's the soundtrack to my life. The sound of that Strat has been my constant companion for 40 years, and has given me so much pleasure and joy whatever ups and downs I'm going through. Nothing but love and respect for Mark and the rest of the band.

Oscar deserving production. Full of memories, stories, history of rock’n roll and contains alot of emotion. Flows like water, finishes in a blink of an eye! Mark is the true legend of guitar. And such an inspiring person. Thank you John for your great efforts!

I LOVE YOU, MARK KNOPFLER. A GENIUS. HE TRULY IS GUITAR GIFTED. I LISTEN TO HIM SO MUCH. I LOVE CLAPTON, SRV, BUT, KNOPFLER STANDS OUT BECAUSE HIS PLAYING IS UNIQUE. A POEM..A LOVE...

Last time I saw a video this good was the last time I watched this video.

I've watched this several times. Its a great story about a phenomenal guitar player. Never gets old.

This man is still humble even after selling 100's of millions copies of his song..he deserves 2 this

Incredible warm and down to earth documentary about Mark and his guitars, John is an incredible host. One of the finest programs I have ever watched.

No other musician has made me cry with joy and sorrow as much as Mark Knopfler. He may not be the most technical guitarist in the world but for me he’s the most passionate in that his playing emits emotion. Far more than anyone else.

As a guitar builder of 40+ years this was a real joy to watch. Thank you.

More guitar stories please. I’ve watched this 4 times now and will never tire of it. It lead me to Rudi's Music Store, cost me a fortune as I now own 3 Pensa guitars and had a wonderful afternoon with Rudy himself where he produced some of the finest guitars from his personal collection. I also played a genuine 1959 Gibson Les Paul, selling for $375k, through a vintage Fender Tweed amp. It all resulted in Rudy giving me a magnificent coffee table book on guitars with a wonderful personal message from him written in the cover. Everybody who visits New York must take a trip to the shop...

"Guitar will be a friend to you all your life. It doesn't matter what happens, keeping playing it and keep enjoying it." Lovely message from one of the masters.

I played your music to my son now he is touring the world playing guitar

The most humble superstar ever... John, thx for this. My eyes are real wet now.. And it’s religious to me.. Sometimes I forget how much this music means to me.

Thanks for posting this gem. What a celebration of the journey of Knopfler and the respect and reverence for the tools of his art! Beautiful!!!

I always thought he had the greatest touch. His notes and vibrato and tone and precision are breathtaking. Just wonderful. I dont care whether I like the song or not, which is very rare, the playing is compelling. Yeah, Mark Knopfler, impeccable guitar player.

Such a humble guy, keeps his guitars in good condition. What a lord.

I have watched this video at least 5 times and I still am not tired of it. One of the greatest guitar players playing some of the most beautiful guitars in the world! Love Mark Knopfler.

Mark Knopfler has always been a favourite of mine (along with David Gilmour). I love how even when he's playing hell for leather, his facial expressions make it look completely effortless. I'm so glad I got to see him during Dire Straits 'On Every Street Tour' in Glasgow 1991. Sultans of Swing was incredible to hear close up and see the genius at play! Also love that he was born in Glasgow.

Extraordinary and moved to tears, such humbling people.

That smile between old friends at 12:06 is wonderful.

This video is a giant history creation. Mark is a master. I heard about this video and couldn't wait to enjoy it. A beautiful presentation!

My impression is that these are nice people.

I see a lot of people were deeply affected by this video like I was. I think it has a lot to do with it not being just another hacknied, dime a dozen documentary. It's two dear old friends who've been through a lot and love and respect each other. It has to do with two men who never stopped being kind and heartfelt despite the fame and fortune. To me, this is the what makes this video a gem, a diamond in the rough.

12:04 melts my heart. Nothing beats the feeling of getting together with an old pal and making music.

Imagine wlking down the street and seeing mark knopfler casually standing there drooling over a guitar in a displaywindow.

What an amazing piece. Mark Knopfler has always been my musical idol, this is just another testament to his majesty. Such a humble and real guy.

merci pour ce delicieux reportage ma jeunesse etait avec votre musique et se soir par hazare je regade avec emotion quelle joie merci merci merci

I met Mark in 1977 in a upstairs bar in London a place where musicians could wind down after a gig etc. It was before they became famous and I was lucky enough to know someone who worked with the Phonagram Label whom Dire Straits recorded with and managed to get many VIP tickets to their shows and many other artists On that label, one of them was Thin Lizzy. Great times for me as a musician got to see some great parties with many stars.

Mark Knopfler a living legend

Incredible journey enjoyed every minute. Thank you Mark and John.

What a wonderful tribute to all of those involved in this life long journey. We are all so fortunate to have tagged along for the ride.

What I love about Mark is that he still looks amazed on what he can actually do with a guitar.

Quando criança, as músicas que eu mais gostava, eram do Dire Straits. Mas só fui descobrir isso na adolescência, quando saiu a primeira coletânea, e 1988. Hoje tenho uma red strat .Resolvi aprender a tocar depois que vi Mark Knopfler em São Paulo. Mark, vc já entrou para a história. Deus abençoe vc!

Mark, if you can read this, I apologize again for the frisbee incident in Offenbach stadthalle in Germany, 1978, You was doing a sound check before the concert, I was working as a local roadie and waiting for the concert to begin so I could operate the audience spots. we were tossing the frisbee across the arena and the frisbee decided to take a side dive and landed on the edge of your strat. I felt really bad about it, you told us to take it outside, I was only 17 at the time and probably a little buzzed, the incident did make an awesome sound. needless to say, you guys put on a wonderful show. Thank you for the memories.

I love Mark ❤️❤️❤️and the the band!!!

Dire Straits, Brothers In Arms Tour, Athletic Park, Wellington, New Zealand. And then Mark at the Bowl of Brooklands, New Plymouth, New Zealand. Its 2023, I'm 65 now and what fantastic memories of a legend. A wonderful video.

Imagine being that guy that was ranting about the guys on MTV, and then soon after Money for Nothing comes out!

As a mature player coming to this late in my life and an absolute beginner with the guitar. This was one of the most inspiring and humbling pieces of film making I have ever seen. You can see the magic in Mark's eyes when he looks at a guitar even now when he is 70 years old just a bit older than me. The segment in Robin Hoods bay made me smile remembering the long walk up the hill to the Grosvenor after anchoring in RHB and after a few stops on the way up the hill. True legend of the guitar and clearly one of the most down to earth superstars ever. #inspiringpeople #guitarlegend #northernhero

He forgot the Schecter Telecaster (PT)! I know because I was so influenced by him, I went to Rudy's in NYC in '84 and asked for the guitar Mark Knopfler plays. The clerk said to come back the next day because MK always hung out there. I did and met him, and he sold me the same guitar he was using at that period during Dire Straits!And, indeed he did play that on the tour. ( I think he liked the pull pots that allowed him to go single coil to double coil). Great guitar. Still have it.

Wonderful video. Mark Knopfler is such a brilliant and very much underrated guitar player. Loved hearing his stories. Thank you for posting this.

If I chose my five guitarists of all times Mark would certainly be one of them.

It is a real peaceful hour, and you feel in good company. Thank you so much.

13:10 : goosebumps when he starts playing Romeo & Juliet...

This is one of the best music documentaries I've ever seen! Fantastic!

What a great documentary. I'll be honest, the fact that it's his ex-band mate that actually does the "interview" doesn't bother me one bit. I look at it like 2 old friends that decided to come together again and tell a story and reminisce about the past and the fun they had. What I got out of this film was the confirmation that one of my all time favorite guitar player and singer (yes, singer too) was as passionate about his music as I thought and hoped he would be. Although I never thought that Mark was even remotely phony, I took comfort hearing and most of all, seeing him still have those sparkling eyes, like a child on Xmas in front of wrapped gifts, when he spoke and shared how he felt and developed this special relationship with each instrument he owns. Mark is, as I thought, a pure living legend. This film only adds to this reality. Thx for the film but most of all, thx Mark!

I love how Knopfler still gets excited like a kid looking at Strats in the shop window

Absolutely incredible ! I've watched it a handful of times and it never gets old. Mark knopfler, an amazing humble genious !!!

My husband many years ago was asked to invest in Dire Straits. It was their very early days before they got fame and recognition. Sadly he turned them down. This is such a wonderful documentary. So natural and classic. How a film of Mark should be. Incredible how this boy from such an ordinary life to the pinnacle of musical fame. A talent not made but born with. He was born to play the guitar and gift us with his music. I see sadly that the last guitar maker, Monteleone, so sadly passed away in Dec 2022! His legacy will live on in his incredible guitars.

Don't even know how many times I've watched this❤️❤️❤️

Musical virtuoso's, like Knopfler, that have survived into their golden years with their health are absolute treasures.

Very laid back video, very pleasing to watch. Mark's guitar sound is absolutely unique no matter which guitar he has in his hands.

That story about the Money for Nothing lyrics was brilliant, I had never heard that before and never would've guessed that

Mark is always so down to earth

Mark is one of the reasons I got into guitar and bought my strat.

This is wonderful! I'm a long time fan of Mark and his music and I loved this journey, putting faces to names, seeing the locations and just hearing the stories of the past. John was certainly the best host for this - really made my day.

Great video. Mark is great. Still humble after all these years

Mark is fabulous, John is no slouch on bass. Fantastic video of historic value

I was born in East Dulwich, my mum lived in that council estate in Depford. " Way on down south, London town."

I never get tired of this documentary

Somewhat similar to my journey through life with guitars. I had a '64 strat in Spain (late '60's), doing blues gigs in my mid- to late teens. ....had some other guitars, but took a fork in the road at age 22, and joined a rural yogi community. It's not easy to get back on the music track, when one takes a long break to do other things. So Mark and Sting kept focused on music, while I strayed in other directions.

Fantastico!!! True guitar legend...

Such a treat to watch this up close and personal video of Mark & Friends. There are millions of Mark's admirers all over this world who look forward to his concert when he comes to a city near us. Thank you Marco for this, you made my day.

Huge fan of your music fellas. Reminds me of my youth, hanging out with my dad working on one of my old broken down cars, Dire Straits playing in the background - good times and great memories. Thanks

My favourite artist and guitarist since I was a young boy...

This was quite possibly the best video I have watched of Mark Knopler....ever

That blue moteleone😍 The song, a great tribute to an extraordinary luthier.

This video is a must for any Mark Knofler fan He is a great guy and a great player.

I'll listen to Mark's music 24/7... a true treasure in the music world.

It's a great documentary of a great guitar "player", awesome how he looks back and handle the instruments. With real and deep emotions. THX.

First time seeing this, 7 minutes in...Fantastic....huge smile on my face

All the way from the casbah of Algiers, discovered Mk about 40 years ago and his unique way to play the guitar absolutely sublime. still and will ever be only ONE Mark Knopfler

What a great man.!!..simply love his music.. thank you MK for the magic you created with your music.

For me, as an ageing Geordie exile and amateur guitar player I enjoyed this for the music, the guitars, the technology, Mark's playing of course, and those nostalgic shots of Newcastle guitar shop. Great programme, well done to all concerned.

Thank all very much, Knopfler it's the very best guitarist in the world!!!

I saw you many times on the concerts from late 70 ties and admired your TOP base playing on the concerts ...Thank you for giving me such a good feeling and to see all those things again...

This seems like a great gift to Mark from a great friend..He must be a really great friend, to have inspired such devotion!

A thousand thanks for this video. Takes me right back to the 80s and my great guitar God - thanks for the amazing music and may you spread your magical notes for many more years to come, Mark!

I particularly liked the story of his last guitar. It’s not often that someone writes a song about an instrument-maker. 🙂

Having gone to Argentina several years ago, our great family friend there surprised me by being a huge Mark Knopfler fan. And why not? Easily Mark is both an outstanding picker and highly evolved songwriter. Argentina has that Italian influence amount others, and I love to see that the Old World craftsmanship lives on here in America. That outstanding craftsmanship is reflected in Mark’s work throughout his career. It inspires me that people are paid to do exactly what they love, especially when they do it so magically. Mark embodies everything about soul, taste and class.

This is perfection, personified…..Thankyou👍🇮🇲💪

This is storytelling on a whole `nother level. Absolutely wonderful watching this. Thanks for the rivetting insights, the humbleness of Mark`s character, the tunes, the guitars, the storys, and last but not least, the master craftsmen who build the guitars! Top notch!

Just a great Story. I loved it !

I love this story! Mark is a wonderful down to earth guy! His music will always be in my memory! Priceless!!

Mark knopfler is truly a talented compassionate gifted individual that we should all take a close look at, and be thankful he struck the match against that stone, that lit the bonfire in our hearts .. For creating the music that so graciously projected out off the tips of his fingers each time he picked up a guitar.. Thank you for the Music and the memories Mark wherever you may be. A true Brother in arms..