The fact that his mind kept the memory of his brother but not his mom already speaks volumes, especially with traumatic experiences

@damakier6621

2 жыл бұрын

Or he lies😁👍

@cosmicalsims

2 жыл бұрын

@@damakier6621 yeah thats not how amnesia works

@damakier6621

2 жыл бұрын

@@cosmicalsims no they did it for money Its not truth at all

@emmawer123

2 жыл бұрын

@@damakier6621 how did u know theyre lying?

@areti5034

2 жыл бұрын

@@emmawer123 there's always someone who will blame the victims or accuse them of lying. They base their accusations on the lack of proof, but they don't have any proof for blaming the victims either.

I admire the brother for protecting him for as long as he did. It was out of love

The power of his brother's love to want to rewrite his brother's story to shield him from the pain 😭

@tinam761

4 жыл бұрын

Pammy M yes! What a sacrifice! Such love ... wow. Humbled to get to witness it.

@pankekiis6138

2 жыл бұрын

The connection of twins. I love having a twin sister

it must have been so difficult for marcus to see alex grow to love the mother that abused them both

@SomeGal

4 жыл бұрын

Marcus said how he also lived in that fantasy that their mother was a nice woman. It was a way to block what had happened.

@doublefeature

4 жыл бұрын

@@SomeGal to some extent, yes. but he also commented on the fact that while alex and his mother bonded and talked, he would usually be somewhere on the outside just watching on. it's like he couldn't physically or emotionally be close to her even if he blocked it out, his subconscious knew.

The presenter is really compassionate during this interview. I really like her.

@trudesinadelaide

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Lovely to see.

@Dogscatsbikes

4 жыл бұрын

Nice observation, Dingle Barry 🤣👍

@gjef9971

4 жыл бұрын

I agree. Not often we are able to compliment an interviewer these days but she was a nice woman to these guys.

@robertm3561

2 жыл бұрын

She must have a smart boss who choose the least psychopathic journalist to interview them. She seemed nice to me too.

The big question is: WHO WERE THIS WOMANS FRIENDS. They should be named, every one of them. It is absolutely sickening that the upper classes should be immune from public outing simply because of their position. I hope these men lay charges and I hope the police investigate. Disgusting

Imagine the amount of love to do that for your brother. He knew only his brother because he was the only one who loved him

After watching the documentary, the moment when Marcus comes clean about the "details" of the abuse I saw his face , and I felt like he still has a lot of details he's not giving away. He is tortured and I feel very sorry for him. This woman and all the paedophiles who abused her sons should all have payed for what they did. Real monsters among us.

@doublefeature

4 жыл бұрын

i think it was pretty clear that he didn't go into ALL the details because it wasn't totally needed. it was outlined and that was enough. i think he most likely left out a lot of the details of abuse that happened outside of his mother. like the other men he brought them to.

@yvonnematjeke993

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sure he did. Alex most probably still has more questions . Like how old were they when it started... but I respect that he also understands his brother's pain not to ask for more details.

@1tnt833

3 жыл бұрын

Yh I think he held back things

@SoneBlink

3 жыл бұрын

@@yvonnematjeke993 Marcus told in the documentary how old they where when the abus* started.

@azzah29

3 жыл бұрын

@@doublefeature I also think the dad knew for sure and didn't care. And also he mentioned earlier in the documentary that they went on trips with other families. I don't even want to think of how horrendous it got.

The interviewer was authentic and beautiful. She presented the threads to weave together the greater story, rather than sensationalizing one part of their sacred story. Thank you..............a breath of fresh air for sure!

@user-ne4nz6hx2t

4 жыл бұрын

injoylife100 I thought the same thing.

I watched this on Netflix the other day. I think Marcus did the right thing by not telling Alex of the horrific abuse in their childhood. I wish I could forget my childhood.

@gennaterra

4 жыл бұрын

Pick just those short, precious, fun moments and cherish them for life. Don't dwell on the painful stuff.

@thepochade5992

4 жыл бұрын

Me too

@beverleyjouannet5102

4 жыл бұрын

YOW Gyrl same here

@sixxlee890

4 жыл бұрын

Stay strong. Xx

@orangejustice3536

4 жыл бұрын

Hugs 💗

Marcus is incredibly brave. As an 18 year old, he had to make huge decisions for his brother that no 18 year old should make. I think Marcus is a hero. God bless them both.

@jonathanrex

2 ай бұрын

Very true. And Alex had the greatness to recognize the gift behind.

I must also add, what an amazing presenter who was visibly upset and chose her words carefully ! 👏👏👏👏👏👏

@RebelliousIntuition

3 жыл бұрын

man i was looking for this comment. agree!! she was very careful and caring. finally, not a interviewer that was obnoxious, loud and disrespectful.

I think the trauma of his past life seemed to have made him forget everthing else. His own mind made him forget the worst. The only safe place was his brother and that's why he only remembered him.

@doublefeature

4 жыл бұрын

nah, it was actual trauma from a physical injury. this is science. not trying to be rude or anything but it's not some form of mental disorder like DID or other trauma related disorders. if that were the case, he would have recalled his friends, his gf, etc.

@cheri7054

4 жыл бұрын

@@doublefeature I know he had a physical trama that caused his problems but he only remembered his twin brother. Why? His brain didn't want to remember the trauma he faced from past abuse by parents

@doublefeature

4 жыл бұрын

@@cheri7054 again, if that were the case, why wouldn't he remember his girlfriend or friends?? that's not how things work, he didn't lose his memory over an emotional or mental trauma, like people with DID or other trauma syndromes. people with those disorders don't lose their memories in the same way as someone with physical trauma. they still have access to them subconsciously and sometimes with therapy or the like, they are able to have some recall as the memories are really just hidden or buried as a way to cope. this man could not ever retain his memories with therapy or hypnosis or the like. and the very fact that his brother was INVOLVED with past abuse, aka intertwined in the memories of said abuse, means the mental/emotional/sexual trauma had nothing to do with his memory loss.

@cheri7054

4 жыл бұрын

@@doublefeature Twin brothers have a special connection unlke anybody else. His brother lived with him in that abusive environment. It was shred experience. Tht's why he remembered his brother but in truth neither of us knows how the brain really works

@doublefeature

4 жыл бұрын

@@cheri7054 that's why i believe he knew his brothers name, there is something about twins that have a connection that goes beyond most blood. that's one thing we can agree upon! the brain is truly a miraculous and mysterious thing.

This was one ☝️ of the most powerful documentaries I have ever watched , it’s a must watch

@muffuns253

4 жыл бұрын

I agree it was powerful, and heartbreaking 😥

“He never realized what I wanted and I never realized what he had given me”

This is one of the most touching and powerful documentaries I've ever watched. I wish I had a twin brother like Marcus. "If he hadn't known who I was, then he would've been all alone in the world. But he wasn't alone in the world, he had me." This is simply pure love.

My husband and I cried when watching their Documentary, it broke our hearts and made us so angry for them.

@JerryGGI

3 жыл бұрын

I had the same feeling towards this story :,(

I’m so glad that they have found peace in each other again, after such a heartbreaking and traumatic experience.

It’s very nice that he wanted his twin to remember a happy life and to spare from a bad one. Even though it would leave him nobody to talk to about the bad things anymore, he still painted that happy picture. It’s probably a good thing that the twin found out the truth. That way both could be there for each other again.

@wordivore

4 жыл бұрын

Not to mention deal with reality.

@sheilametcalfe9467

3 жыл бұрын

That's what I think. He wants him to remember the happy memories.He was in a serious life threatening accident. That means physically and emotionally he was very fragile. He had to recover from that accident. It would have been very traumatic for him if he was told what had gone on in his childhood.

Omg they finish each others sentences! As a mother of twins I love that bond, I understand why Marcus created Alex a perfect life, I'm glad they have their 110% back

Watched this a few days ago. I was glued to the tv. The shock when he found the pic,and then what his mother really was. Just can’t believe a mother could do this to her boys.

I liked the interviewer too, she was empathetic and saw them as people who went through a traumatic experience not as a story piece. I really feel for these two, and glad that they have each other.

His brain only wanted him to remember his brother and wouldn't allow anything else to re-enter. Amazing.

What a great gift he gave his brother and oddly enough his mother. Marcus is a beautiful soul.

@Butterfly-sp4hr

3 жыл бұрын

Yes he is. A first class Hero in my book.

@robertm3561

2 жыл бұрын

What did he give to the mother?

@jessh5661

Жыл бұрын

​@@robertm3561a son that could love her, even though she didn't deserve it

The interviewer was really good. Such an awful and quite complicated story. Lovely men, glad they are back together and are happy with their own families.

Truth can be really painful, but the truth often sets us free.

@gennaterra

4 жыл бұрын

Always, dear... always sets us free.

@dashingmay

4 жыл бұрын

Often?

@alyssajessie4779

4 жыл бұрын

It does, but also ignorance is bliss. Somethings are just to painful.

All of the other abusers, at the discretion of their mother, need to be accountable for their actions. I'm sure that connections can be made from all of those letters of gratitude and love for their mother. They would shine a light on and establish who those people are.

@laurengalan2760

4 жыл бұрын

April Marie this is what I thought too

@l.aw.t9727

4 жыл бұрын

Yes i agree surely there must be some still alive and up to no good

@chanetra0918

4 жыл бұрын

Up to no good and probably very famous.

@l.aw.t9727

4 жыл бұрын

@@chanetra0918 yes true

@colleennewholy9026

4 жыл бұрын

There is also the possibility that the majority are dead. Since they must have been their parents ages

this was a well-made documentary. It is heart breaking to hear their story and see the trauma in Marcus's eyes of what they went thru. one of the best documentaries I have seen in awhile.

@sunnylilme

4 жыл бұрын

In watching it, I thought with the torture the older brother had..it would have been a blessing in a way if he just hadnt found that picture

@staceyb947

4 жыл бұрын

I agree

@kitkat9648

4 жыл бұрын

Award winning

Alex had to learn to live again. By withholding the traumatic information, Marcus gave Alex the freedom to blossom. The negativity would surely have impacted Alex's recovery.

@Tawadeb

2 жыл бұрын

Agree 💯💯

My husband and I just watched and the tears are flowing for those precious little boys who are now courageous and hopefully healed men....

Their relationship is such an amazing example of unconditional love, I believe Marcus was very brave & needed the emotional reset of his memory to be free of pain and he truly gifted that to his brother, I’m in complete awe of both of them ❤️

What an amazing testament to the love that Marcus had for his brother. This is a very moving documentary! A must see, for anyone who has been abused and especially for twins.

Many monsters out there. I was raised by one. Brave brothers to face their memories and expose what needs to be exposed.

It was so upsetting to watch and very raw. Marcus did what I’d do and hide that secret, despite what he said I think it took a lot of strength to keep it in for as long as he did

@cheri7054

4 жыл бұрын

The truth came out with the finding of the nude picture. Can't imagine

I’m so glad they have each other and it was a heart breaking docu to watch, what Marcus did for his brother all those years was something out of pure love for his brother it’s amazing I have so much respect for him.

Marcus is amazing. It breaks my heart how much this has broken him, I hope he recovers and his twin never gets his childhood memories back.

Childhood sexual abuse is passed down through the generations - the mother was passing it down after her own abuse. These 2 brave men stopped it, and raise awareness for others to feel confident to do the same. It’s especially hard for men to admit, so I have so much respect ✊ for Markus and Alex 💯‼️

I admire these guys and wish them well

He just wanted to protect his brother. This was so moving to watch I had to fight back tears.

He saved his brother from trauma for a 14 years. And I can understand why he’s angry about the lie.

@s0ikk3li37

3 жыл бұрын

Twins do incredible things for eachother.

@nielsenaaa

3 жыл бұрын

i think he actaully saved him twice. First time was when he put a final stop to the madness both were living

I'm glad that even in my pain I was able to discuss my abusive upbringing. Because as I moved through it it healed and I came to a good place a lot faster then many. I was on a good course by 28. Not a lifetime. and the lessons I have learned I have been able to use to help other youth process their grief and abuse. These two are helping more people then they know. The light at the end of the tunnel.

This film was riveting. What a gift Marcus gave Alex and yet, it was not without negatives. These men are quite amazing.

Tragic, but at least they have each other.

The bravery of these men is amazing 🖤

The fact that they weren't allowed in their house and was made to stay in a shed outside of the main house is disturbing. There are more horrors to be unraveled with their "parents" i feel.

@Tawadeb

2 жыл бұрын

Incredibly cruel parents. So sad

As a mum. I am horrified. As a human. And growing up back when things were not spoken about. I'm not surprised. I'm so happy they got their 10% back.

This documentary was just so good. The way it was presented was perfect. But I admit I sobbed hearing what Marcus remembered and knowing it was the first time Alex heard it..... its bad enough their mother did what they did but knowing that other adults were involved... adults who were probably well known just makes me wonder if this is a part of a bigger secret... that even these twins aren’t aware of. The Jeffery Epstein case has really ,Ade me wonder just how connected, large, intertwined, and dark sex trafficking is in the world as a whole.... they said it was aristocrats involved and knowing that a Prince was involved with Epstein I wouldn’t be surprised if all these people run in the same circles

How was it possible for their dad not to know of what their mother was doing. Just the way he was distant not going to see Alex at the hospital and then later instead of giving him a hug he only shook his hand. Lastly why would he ask for forgiveness at his deathbed? I believe that he had to know something about it, although the mother was at the end who controlled the situation back then. I say that both parents were responsible for what happened to the twins.

@anyasogames

4 жыл бұрын

Jazmine L i think he knew too, and was jealous of the “mothers love/attention(ew)” for her sons rather than her husband once she started abusing them... and the hidden presents, i wonder if that waasn’t both of the parents... keeping them in the shed.. but yeah asking for forgiveness is the main red flag

@thisistheworldtoday

4 жыл бұрын

Yes he knew.. and enabled it... of course... odd that Marcus would be in denial about his fathers role in letting it happen

@narcissismcentral8228

3 жыл бұрын

I agree of course he knew!

Maybe it’s a blessing not to remember the horrific treatment from their parents. Very emotional story.

Sincere, compassionate interviewer.

Total respect for these brothers, heart breaking documentary..

I've watched this documentary 10 times and I learned something new and feel a different emotion each time I watch it. I wish I could meet these guys they are incredible

Adult amnesia often a symptom of the mind trying to ditch trauma. So they both hid it in their own way

I love the closeness of these brothers.

This documentary was unbelievable!! Everyone should watch it, it is just fantastic, yet so sad, I feel so bad for these two, and would never believe how it flips and what actually happened to them both in the past😩😩

@kirstiechapman9132

4 жыл бұрын

McDonalds Farmer yes

These men, fathers, husbands (grandfathers now or in future) are so incredibly brave to share their story. The original story of Alex losing his memory was so interesting I had no idea that it’d lead where it did. I was a sobbing mess the entire time.

I admire Marcus for protect Alex and give him the childhood he could not have but is brother could. The way he protect the thruth from his brother was the most beautiful true love. They are so wonderful as soul mates. This is the best documentary i ever saw, i couldn't stop my tears everytime i saw the pain in the're eyes. I wish them a really wonderful wonderful life. ❤

This documentary was truly so amazing and I found myself on the literal edge of my seat! Marcus and Alex are amazing men for being able to construct their lives after everything. But I can’t grasp the magnitude and stress and turmoil Marcus was under keeping up this secret and also realizing he was still surviving the past abuse that he endured. This story is so great and it reminds me that there are some really horrible and disgusting people in this world, but there are also resilient and amazing people like the twins.

I've seen this and i cried. It was heartbreaking and traumatic but Marcus was so kind to spare Alex of their pasts

I watched this a few days ago, it broke my heart. What a fantastic brother ❤️

What a thoughtful gift Marcus gave his twin brother. ❤

Just want to hug them both ♥️♥️

Just watched it on Netflix. Devastating and tragic, but beautiful how the one protected the other!

Just so sad but beautifully told. What a difficult story to tell but I don’t blame the brother for protecting him from the truth. He really did it to protect him and of course hindsight is a wonderful thing but his poor brother was recovering from a serious brain injury. I’d love to know more about their parents lives who they were and who were their friends I hope he gets some strength to report the people concerned if anyone is alive still.

I just finished the Netflix documentary and it was shocking, heartbreaking and scary. I admire Marcus for trying to protect Alex for all those years. Glad that Alex finally got the answers he needed and that they both can now find the peace they deserve.

These are amazing people. Such a strong bond that a monster could never destroy. Much love and happiness for the rest of your lives

Fantastic questions and genuine compassion and interest in their story from the interviewer. These guys are blessed to have each other

These two are extraordinary human beings. They pulled through and build successful lives through sheer will power and also love for each other. So very articulate and intelligent.

The power of love. Angels made him to only remember his brother because that was the only family member that truly loved him. Great documentary .the story was told so well.

Kind of a blessing in a way. Seems as if Alex finally told him again so he may have help through that trauma too.

What a beautiful amazing gift Marcus gave to Alex. That is true unconditional love. ❤❤

@jonathanrex

2 ай бұрын

Well said.

the most interesting aspect of the documentary for me was the relationship and interaction between the brothers; one yearning to know; the other using silence to forget.....

I was just wondering if any other members of the family were ever aware of the twins abuse at the time or spoken out about any family history.

@007shinette

4 жыл бұрын

I wondered exactly the same ! Shame on the family if they knew !

@willgriffin4183

4 жыл бұрын

Anna Humphreys I think in the documentary, Marcus says he doesn’t think his step dad ever knew of it

@nprincess90

4 жыл бұрын

Will Griffin yes he did say that. However what was the forgiveness that he was asking for? I really doubt that he didn’t know

@sheresejames-grow1779

4 жыл бұрын

@@nprincess90 I agree. It is very very rare that a spouse doesn't know of things happening with their spouse inside a home. I think he did know, but choose to deny and ignore which may explain his distant mean attitude towards the boys. It is highly likely his wife was very harsh and did not love him emotionally or physically. He couldn't control her so he disconnected,

@willgriffin4183

4 жыл бұрын

Sherese James-Grow to be fair this wasn’t a normal home, and i doubt the parents slept together, or barely co existed. It’s mentioned that their Dad would stay in his wing of the house and rarely come out

That is love. One big beautiful mended heart in two astounding individuals.

I watched the film a few weeks ago, why is no one questioning why they havnt went to the police ? Yes the mother is dead but what about all the other abusers they were passed around. Like the artist, if they did it to them the chances are there are more victims!

@l.aw.t9727

4 жыл бұрын

Agree

@notsureiL

4 жыл бұрын

Evidence, statue of limitation, word against word probably a lot of reasons

@colleennewholy9026

4 жыл бұрын

Some of them are probably dead as well

@damakier6621

2 жыл бұрын

All this story its a fake,they się IT for monet.They wrote a book to make money

I’ve just watched the Netflix documentary… I am shaken by this… Courage, even now, Twins… 💕💕

Whilst watching the Netflix documentary, I cried cried cried. 😢

It brings me back... U are lucky to hv each other.... I want to lose my memory

What love and strength from both these survivors. I hope they live knowing others are cheering for them and others are healing because of their story. 💜

I cried so much from this documentary

Read the book. Absolutely powerful. The Netflix only grazes the book. I recommend the book.

Marcus is a great, loving brother to try and spare Alex that horrible childhood. He was only trying to spare his brother the painful anguish.

Such a great brother 👏🏻 he made me cry at the end

Marcus shows such love for his brother...

This got my interest so I watched the documentary. And all this time I thought my family was F***Ed up. Clearly, I had no idea.

Loved this Doc! Heavy stuff. These two have an exceptional bond. Thank god! Thanks for sharing your story.

Inspiring. Very strong and very powerful. The public debate has an enormous impact by confronting perpetrators and potential perpetrators with their crimes. This is the best form of prevention. Seeing their childhood picture is heartbreaking. This really got me... pheww.. gosh.

What like to hear their siblings story. That "mother" was a physopath

😥😢...brilliant documentary. Wish them both the best

Even families who remember all the secrets tell themselves and others a pleasant story.

@wordivore

4 жыл бұрын

Denial of the truth isn't exactly helpful though. I know this guy's heart was in the right place, but I'm not sure I agree with it. I can see how it would be tough to pick a good time to tell him such a horrendous thing though.

@SonjaDawn

4 жыл бұрын

Tom Dickenharry sadly true.

I realy respect these wonderful brothers bless u. Both and ur famliys xxxxxx

I watched tell me who I am the other night, I was shocked and disgusted by their mother’s actions. I really felt for Alex and Marcus, they seen like very nice genuine men.

One hell of a powerful Netflix documentary

All the Best for them. So brave. Cried the show all the way till the end.

a beautiful documentary with a horrible story.. I feel so sorry for them and they’re both so brave for sharing this with us.♥️

Just finished watching the documentary,absolutely heartbreaking

I have more sad story than this....and I keep it secret all my life.... Maybe one day I’ll be on Netflix series

@juliekeenan2868

4 жыл бұрын

Awww. 🌹

@LambenTwit

4 жыл бұрын

Everyone has a story... it's what makes us what we become, to take us where we need to be.

@personalcheeses8073

4 жыл бұрын

McDonalds Farmer Good grief didn’t the person just state they keep it secret. The Netflix comment will be a pipe dream. Use your nogging!

@NoName-zi9st

4 жыл бұрын

@@personalcheeses8073 *noggin* no g

@westcoastorbust2462

4 жыл бұрын

Tell us now

wish them the best, they are very strong to come out and said their story, what an awful and evil person was their "mom", I hope they found peace in their heart and mind and live a happy life

Heartbreaking documentary I feel for both of these men and the little boys they were

I’ll never for get the anguish in Marcus face!

@Butterfly-sp4hr

3 жыл бұрын

Marcus's pain broke my heart, I adore his love for Alex.