Student Video Analysis

I really enjoyed the symbolism of the bubble gum as some sort of drug along with using the props (tea cup and kettle) instead of the alcoholic bottles etc. By using this we get a more interesting narrative rather than something that could be classed as cliche going along the route of drugs in more a glamorized way. I also like the use of reversing the video which gives it an artistic, creative feel which goes with the 'indie/alternative' music choice. at 0:51 I like the colour change which shows a change in their relationship, also the deliberate off centred camera which works well. Lighting could have been better at times and the repetition of clips shows there wasn't enough footage which is crucial because in this case it spoils the ending as it looks like they have put something just to fill he space of the song.


This is an extremely successful example which I think was filmed and edited very well. I really like the overlapping and the monochrome filter. The fast cutting and overlapping also fits with the genre of music, which is 'dubstep' and works well with the timing of the song. I also like the camera being faced towards their faces whilst walking which gives a slightly voyeuristic feel to the song. Again the use of reversing the footage is again even more effective.