Finalised Concept Overview

After completing my research, I decided that my music video for Everything I Wanted will be interpretive rather than narrative. This means it will not tell a clear story with events and characters, but instead focus on emotions, atmosphere, and visual mood. The reason for this decision is because the song itself is deeply emotional and reflective. It talks about internal feelings, pressure, and vulnerability, which are better expressed through mood and symbolism rather than a literal storyline.

My concept focuses on one main character in an indoor setting. The video will use low lighting, muted colours, slow editing, and close-up shots to create intimacy. Instead of dramatic actions, the character will show emotion through facial expressions, stillness, and subtle body language. This approach allows the audience to connect emotionally rather than being distracted by a complex narrative.

Research supports that slower pacing and minimal visuals increase emotional impact because they allow viewers to reflect and feel the mood. According to research from the book In the Blink of an Eye by Walter Murch, editing should support emotion first before anything else. This supports my decision to use slow cuts and emotional pacing instead of fast editing.

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In addition, studies on colour psychology show that darker and muted colours are often associated with sadness, seriousness, and introspection. For example, research discussed by Angela Wright explains how colour influences emotional response. This supports my choice of using neutral and dark tones to match the emotional meaning of the song.

Overall, my final concept is minimal, emotional, and symbolic. Every decision lighting, colour, framing, editing  is based on research and connected directly to the emotional tone of Everything I Wanted. This ensures the video feels professional, consistent, and meaningful rather than random.