Larry Gus Collaborates with Director Matvey Fiks and Screenwriter Efthymis Filippou in Absurdist Romp Through Athenian Chess Club

Larry Gus, the stage name for musician Panagiotis Melidis, has teamed up with director Matvey Fiks and screenwriter Efthymis Filippou for a unique and absurdist music video set in an Athenian chess club. The video for his song “Kerkis (Judas Tree)” follows Gus as he navigates the club, trying to catch the attention of the players engrossed in their games.

The three-minute long take showcases Gus dancing through the club, setting a synthesizer on loop and singing his ode to the Judas tree. The collaboration with Fiks and Filippou, known for their work with director Yorgos Lanthimos, brings a cinematic and auditory flair to the music video.

Filippou explains that the lyrics of the song describe the transfer of a Judas tree from Athens to Hydra, where it was planted in Lanthimos’s garden. The video includes a subtle reference to this, adding an extra layer of depth to the visuals.

Despite being ignored by the chess players, Gus embraces his role in the club, playing his own tune loudly and boldly. The video captures the essence of the song’s playful and whimsical nature, creating a captivating and engaging visual experience for viewers.

Overall, the collaboration between Larry Gus, Matvey Fiks, and Efthymis Filippou has resulted in a unique and intriguing music video that takes viewers on a journey through the world of an Athenian chess club.