Thriller-esque dance move.jpg

minute taker

surrender to the night

A retro tape deck, a hand reaching in to press play—the filmic grade amplifies the warm, grainy glow of 80s nostalgia
A choreographed dance sequence bathed in neon purples and magentas, reminiscent of Thriller, dripping in cinematic mood
Another electric moment from the dance sequence, the movement sharp, the lighting intoxicatingly vibrant
A saxophonist leans against a red brick wall, playing smooth 80s-inspired sax—specular highlights dance across the instrument’s reflective surface
Another striking frame of the neon-lit choreography, every pose exuding retro cool
A reversed perspective of the same sequence—arms swing in perfect sync with the pulsing beat
Minute Taker stumbles along the streets of Manchester, the soft neon haze wrapping around him, adding to the dreamlike 80s atmosphere
Another sharp transition in the dance—every move precise, every frame soaked in nostalgia

  • One of a trio of music videos for Minute Taker; a Manchester based 80’s inspired electro pop artist

    Check out another from this series

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    The Colour Grade

    The grade for this trio of films was designed to complement the music, creating a visual tone that echoed the artist’s 80s-inspired electro synth-pop aesthetic. For this particular film, the focus was on refining the neon-lit look- softening the brightest highlights, crushing the blacks to conceal unwanted set elements, and sculpting the image to achieve a polished, cinematic feel reminiscent of the era’s iconic visuals

    Shot on Red Komodo with mixed lenses

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    DoP: Daniel Llobera

    Editor: Brett de Vos

    VFX: Shaun Froneman

    Colourist: Iain Pennington

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