- This video neatly illustrates the lyrics by creating a complete narrative and fragmenting it using editing techniques rather than narrative ellipsis. I think these elements are definitely something we should consider in the filming process by shooting an entire set storyline.
- I think that the portrayal of the sex scene in this video is appropriately shallow, sexualised and detached, however for our video I think a the depiction will require more depth, as it will feature our artist himself.
- The camera work in the club scene is very influential on how I would like our party scene to be filmed, especially with the lighting effects. The rest of the music video is also filmed very smoothly and conventionally close up to the artist, which are both things that I think we need to replicate regardless, as it will lend professionalism to our finished product.
- Drug use is another key point, as it is very explicit in this video, although we are bound by school regulations prohibiting such portrayals of this lifestyle, so will have to be more implicit instead.
A music video which could inform our creative decisions
The Street's video for 'Blinded By The Lights' provides a rich source of inspiration for us, as the lyrical themes, narrative ideas and target genre audience are directly applicable to our song choice.
