Marcus Dillistone

Marcus Dillistone, born in Royal Tunbridge Wells in 1961, is a distinguished British film director, producer, and writer, and a former pupil of The Skinners' School in Kent. He pursued further education at the Kent Institute of Art & Design and Staffordshire University, specialising in design and film production. Dillistone is best known for his film The Troop, which premiered at BAFTA in the presence of Princess Anne and was later screened for Queen Elizabeth II. He collaborated closely with legendary actor Sir John Mills, directing him in his final screen appearance in Lights 2. Dillistone founded Glory Film Co. and has worked with Oscar-winning cinematographers such as Jack Cardiff and Ronnie Taylor. His contributions to medical filmmaking earned him membership in the Royal Society of Medicine, and he has presented at major conventions like NAB and IBC.

Over his 35-year career, Dillistone has directed over 130 films across cinema, television, documentaries, and commercials. His filmography includes Lights (1998), Splat! (1999), Sir John Mills' Moving Memories (2000), The Glow (2001), Luxor (2009), and TheTroop: Redux (2019). He also played a key role in the music production for the Athens 2004 Olympic ceremonies. Dillistone’s work has won over 50 international awards, including IVCA Best Direction. His films have been featured in prestigious publications and screened globally, and he remains active in education, philanthropy, and workflow consultancy. Dillistone’s legacy is marked by artistic excellence, technical innovation, and a commitment to social impact through film.