How do you create a unique music video for a beloved band during a pandemic? This director tells us. Last week, The Shins dropped a new surprise song on fans, along with a gorgeous all-CGI music video. It's called "The Great Divide," and it seems to be coming out at the perfect time for many who have experienced a turbulent 2020. Staring into psychedelic colors as the camera pulls back in an infinite zoom through time and space might be the best way to zone out these days. Or is that just me? The video is by writer/director Paul Trillo, who has worked on commercials, music videos, and narrative shorts. Much of his work combines a sense of humor with fresh new visual styles and filmmaking techniques. His short At the End of the Cul-de-Sac, for instance, is captured in a single 10-minute shot using a drone. Trillo was kind enough to speak with No Film School about the making of "The Great Divide." Watch the video below, then check out our interview with the director! NFS: You like to push boundaries as a creator. How did you get to bring your unique point of view to this music video? Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 1 October, 2020