Tuesday, 24 September 2013

Research: Things about music videos.

A quick list about music videos:
  • They are short, around 3 and a half minutes long
  • They have a condensed story/message
  • They usually have fast paced editing
  • They usually convey a lifestyle /image rather than a narrative
  • They usually have a central artist that the video is trying to promote
  • Artist usually has huge screen time
  • Artist can look at the camera (break the fourth wall)
  • They are not a continual drama
  • They don't always have a narrative-can just be a performance
  • They are edited to the beat
  • It's mainly jump shots that are used
  • Videos usually have slow motion
  • Lots of close ups are used to see/promote the artist.

Function of music videos:
  • To make money
  • To encourage people to buy the song
  • To establish a fan base
  • To encourage buying merchandise
  • To rebrand the artist.

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