Music Video Of The Month: "Around You" by Jay-Way, directed by the visionary Safi Graauw.
The video commences in a hospital room, introducing viewers to a poignant scene: Jay-Way lies incapacitated, teetering on the edge of two realities. What follows is a mesmerising plunge into the depths of his subconscious, as the camera follows him through the hospital bed into a vast, celestial expanse. This transition from a stark, clinical setting to the boundless cosmos is not only visually striking but laden with symbolism, exploring themes of human fragility, hope, and the uncharted territories of the human spirit.
Central to the narrative is the contrast between Jay-Way's astral journey and the grounded, worried presence of his partner at his bedside. This duality enriches the video, making it a poignant commentary on love, loss, and the enduring strength of human connection.
Technically, "Around You" is a marvel. The seamless blend of sophisticated VFX and cinematography creates a compelling visual experience, transitioning effortlessly between the grounded reality of a hospital to the liberating vastness of space. The video's aesthetic choices, its use of colour, light, and movement, further elevate the emotional resonance of Jay-Way's journey.
CREDITS
Director: Safi Graauw
DP: Sami El Hassani
Production Company: Pumpkin Spice TV
Executive producer: Michelle Van Huisstede
1st AD: Libbe van Dijk
Steadicam: Maric Dam
1st AC: Friso Pas
2nd AC: Lucas Buitenhuis
Grip: Imre Paasen
Gaffer: Jeroen Zwart
Art Director: @sarah.de
Set Dresser: Ella Meesters
Make-up artist: @rosafelli
Stylist: @asim33na
PA: Demi Gomez Productions
Post Producer: Michelle Van Huisstede
VFX: Matthijs Joor, Marijn Eken, David Goubitz, Ewoud Heidanus, Remko Kram, Flip Buttering
Editor: Samantha Groesbeek
Colorist: George Balatoni Cast Tara Hetharia Maria Anouk If you're looking for a chance to have your work featured, head over to our
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