Psychometry - ID# 14
Wheaton North
Music Video
Entry Description
The protagonist begins to slightly go insane. She begins a descent into madness and slowly becomes unable to tell what's real and what's not. Shots of flower fields are intertwined with her bad memories which make them seem happy as she slowly becomes unable to tell what's real. She envisions herself doing crazy things like chopping off her hair or destroying a car. She begins to gain consciousness after meeting the devil and angel on her shoulder who ask her if she's ok? When she wakes up she comes to the realization that all of the memories she had been seeing were all made up and in her head, or were they...? Filmed by Abigail Matos Special thanks to Jennifer Matos for also filming some of it Acted by Abigail Matos Music: Psychometry By Cavetown All music credit does to Robin Skinner (Cavetown)
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- 2/24 10:09 am - Really cool concept with the devil/angel trope, and I think a strength of this video is the narrative and thematic elements you chose to portray through your visuals. I think the video effect/filter you chose helps add some of that "insanity" you're going for and isn't distracting. I would say that you could potentially push a bit more to engage the audience through a variety of more experimental shots. For instance, the shot when you're running out with the kite, the shot lingers just a bit too long as you fade into the distance, and it doesn't quite fit with the nature of the song. Small, subtle changes like that will help the video's engagement just a bit more. Keep up the amazing work and passion you have!
- 2/21 1:09 pm - This music video effectively utilizes a filter to create a psychedelic ambiance, immersing viewers in the flower fields that symbolize the protagonist's challenging memories. The use of this visual effect adds depth to the narrative, enhancing the overall atmosphere of introspection and reflection. While the video incorporates a diverse range of clips, there's an opportunity to enhance the viewing experience by introducing more camera movement. Specifically, circling the subject could convey a sense of disorientation and confusion, further immersing viewers in the protagonist's emotional journey. One particularly effective aspect of the video is the callback to the opening sequence, where the girl is seen in the field of flowers. This final scene serves as a poignant reminder of the journey the protagonist has undertaken, bringing the narrative full circle and adding depth to the overall storytelling. Overall, this music video is a compelling exploration of memory and emotion, skillfully blending visual elements to convey a sense of introspection and growth. With some adjustments to camera movement and further exploration of thematic callbacks, it has the potential to become even more impactful and resonant.
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