Mannequin Takeover - ID# 293
Glenbrook South
Music Video
Entry Description
This is a music video featuring some of the Glenbrook South staff members as they takeover the Glen Town Center.
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Recent Teacher Comments
- 2/24 12:52 pm - Super fun idea with a funny, unique concept. You capture the feel of the 1980s through your overall collaboration between music and visuals. I do think some of your shots could be varied up a bit more to give your video some more variety and engagement. However, I think this is edited well and has some strong camera work as well. Keep up the amazing work, and nice effort at getting all those staff members to film in those stores all at once!
- 2/21 1:21 pm - This music video exudes a charmingly nostalgic 80s vibe, transporting viewers back in time with its evocative visuals and catchy soundtrack. The enthusiasm and joy of the creators shine through in every frame, creating a vibrant and engaging viewing experience that is sure to resonate with audiences. One of the standout qualities of the video is its ability to foster a sense of community and school spirit, while also promoting local businesses. This clever integration adds depth and relevance to the narrative, showcasing the interconnectedness of the community and its various facets. To further enhance the visual appeal of the video, I would suggest capturing a greater variety of shots with depth of field. By incorporating shots with people actively engaging in activities such as building a bear or posing for glamour shots, the video can create a more immersive and dynamic experience for viewers, allowing them to feel more personally involved in the narrative. Overall, this music video is a delightful celebration of nostalgia, community, and local pride. With its infectious energy and creative flair, it succeeds in entertaining and engaging audiences of all ages. I commend the creators for their ingenuity and look forward to seeing more of their work in the future.
Judge 1
Positives: Wardrobe: The choice of wardrobe is spot on. Its fun and colorful nature really stands out and adds a vibrant layer to the video. This choice enhances the visual appeal and contributes positively to the video's overall energy and mood. Mannequin Story and Concept: The concept involving the mannequin is innovative and intriguing. It's a fresh idea that adds a unique narrative element to the video, making it memorable and engaging for the viewer. This creative storytelling aspect is a definite strength of the video.
Improvements: Editing Style: The current editing style, with its reliance on cross dissolves, comes off as pretty standard. Incorporating more direct cuts, especially during performance scenes, could inject more pace into the video, keeping viewers more engaged and better reflecting the feel of the music. Shot Composition: Some of the shots feel a bit overcrowded, which can detract from the focus on key elements or moments within the video. Streamlining the composition of these shots, possibly by adjusting the positioning of subjects or elements within the frame, could help in making each scene more impactful and easier for viewers to digest.
Judge 2
Positives: As someone whose parents (inappropriately) took us to see this in the theatres as a kid, I loved this Mannequin homage. Performances were so fun. Good editing, clear story. Nice music video structure of B-roll in Von Maur (?) and the studio/A-roll performance of the song.
Improvements: A little more shot variety and lighting variety would have been nice. Maybe a moodier, lower key setup in the studio to contrast the high-key, available light of the department store (see the original Starship video that uses a lot of higher contrast/lower key lighting).
Judge 3
Positives: I appreciate the cheeky tone. How can the video be even sillier? The video uses locations well but it reminds me how malls can be oh so depressing.
Improvements: When people are singing in a music video, you might want to consider shooting closeups of them. It seems like the filmmakers are trying to hide something. The ending is abrupt.
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