Analysis of The XX - Crystalised
Editing:
All the editing is on the beat at a medium cutting pace. This is reflects the songs mood and feel. However, to keep the video interesting the tempo of the editing pace increases. Although this is a simple technique, it creates the effect of excitement on the audience.
Narrative:
There is no narrative, instead the band are shown performing throughout the entire video. This means the audience could suffer from viewer fatigue. However, they use different techniques to keep the video interesting. For example, the lighting changes occasionally to the beat, creating the effects that they're in a different location.
Another way they keep the video interesting is by changing the pace of the editing as well as the camera shot and camera angle.
Costume:
All band members are dressed in black with lights shining on them. This contrasts between the background and the band and creates the effect that a green screen is being used to change the background and location.
Location:
There is only one location used throughout the entire video. The audience will notice this is just a plain background. However, the use of different lighting is effective as it separates the background and the band. Furthermore, the lighting occasionally changes with the beat emphasising the background.
Cinematography:
The only shots used in this video are long shots, close ups and mid shots. These are all used to show and emphasise certain features. For example, the detail on a guitar or someone singing.
Example - 1.12 secs (close up of bass guitar)
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