Research Into Existing Music Video: Don Broco / Actors

Another rock music I researched into further was the video for Actors by Don Broco. I chose this video, as Don Broco are of a similar genre to my chosen artist, Biffy Clyro. Additionally, it features both performance and narrative, which I plan to feature in my video. Because of this, I could gain ideas that I could potentially use in my video.

The video begins with mid-shots of the band preparing for a performance. This is shown by the props used, like a microphone and clapper board. These shots last for about 6 seconds, and set the scene for the rest of the video. Also, the song does not start playing until around 6 seconds. I found this common in the videos I watched, as there is often a short introduction in most of them. Additionally, mid shots are a common type of camera shot in Rock Music Videos. I will keep this in mind when planning for my own music video. 

The next sequence of shots feature the band performing. It uses fast paced editing and quick camera movements, like tilts, to represent the intensity and speed of the song. This technique is effective, as it engages the audience in the video, and gets them excited. This is also common in the videos I researched into, as rock music is often upbeat and exciting.

At around 0:55, the video cuts to a different location, which appears to be a room backstage. It shows the band members arguing and not getting on. For example, one member of the band has his ear flicked. This contrasts with the previous shots, which show the band performing together in sync. This represents the message of the song, that some people are sometimes not what they appear to be like. This links back to the title of the song, 'Actors'. 

Another technique used is that the backgrounds of the different shots alternate between black and white. In my opinion, this represents how people can often have two different personalities and can change in different situations, as black and white are contrasting colours.