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Read music video reviews by film critics at UK Film Review. Submit your music video for review by clicking Get Reviewed at the top of the website. Music Video Reviews One of the most exciting sub-genres our critics review is music videos. They are often incredible pieces of storytelling, either in their own right or aligned with the song playing over them. On this page you will find a great selection of music video reviews from the team of critics at UK Film Review. If you are a filmmaker or artist who would like us to review your music video, submit your film here . When it comes to reviewing a music video, the process differs slightly from perhaps a narrative short film or documentary. The music has to be explored far more intimately than if it were a soundtrack because that's where the story originates from rather than being added further down the line. Music videos do conform to genres but these are often musical genres rather than film categories, for example pop, folk, rock, rap etc. So this will also influence the music video review our critics write because the target audience is going to be considered. Music videos may take a variety of forms or even combine different aspects to create a different effect on the viewer. For example, it is common for a music video to contain a small narrative, as well as live performance footage. Top filmmakers making music videos will be able to immerse you into the song and story without leaving you feeling like you have just watched a promo piece. Choreography is also a common trait in music videos, with dance sequences and flash mobs recurring - often in pop music videos. Editors of music videos will have their work cut out to ensure the choreography looks tight and engaging without it feeling staged or lifeless. Hopefully the array of music video reviews you see below will include some gems for you to peruse. Don't forget to scroll to the bottom of the article, as we often include the actual music video so you can watch it for yourself. It Feels Good Jason Knight All My Life Jason Knight Unspoken by LT Jason Knight A-Train: New Beginnings Jason Knight The Dragonborn Comes-Main Theme Jason Knight The Panharmonion Chronicles: Times of London Patrick Foley Lost All Care Joe Beck Everything Will Dissolve in the Void James Learoyd Rooftop Screamers Joe Beck alexjames96 Jun 6, 2024 2 min read Ain’t my Vibe Short Music Video Review alexjames96 Mar 17, 2024 2 min read Cinerama (Music Video) Short Film Review alexjames96 Dec 19, 2023 2 min read Homecoming (Music Video) Short Film Review alexjames96 Nov 16, 2023 2 min read Sheep F-cked In the Head Short Film Review Theo Aug 1, 2022 2 min read Service for The King short film review Chris Olson Sep 28, 2021 2 min read Stroke Code Music Video Review More Film Reviews

Interview by Chris Olson Tell us a bit about your background, in particular some of the impressive acting credits you have. I had been acting for over a decade when, in 2015, I started to make the shift into writing/directing/producing. My family’s background is in public service and community development and although I was tremendously grateful for the acting roles I was able to play, I wanted a little more agency in what stories I was putting out into the world. I was also curious if I could use film to advocate for some of the ideas I thought were important. The short film The Last Ranger is your current project (which we love). Can you tell us your role in the movie and how it all came about? At the start of the pandemic, a fellow actor-turned-producer, Darwin Shaw, approached me about using the time during lockdown to work with other #filmmakers to tell stories about what was happening around the world at that time. We created an anthology series of 24 stories by 24 filmmakers around the world about systemic issues affecting their communities that were exacerbated by the social and cultural upheaval of the pandemic, called, When the World Stopped . We received over 100 scripts and have been developing stories with these amazing writers and it has turned into an incredible adventure around the world. Why did you want to be involved with this story? David Lee submitted a wonderful script from South Africa about game rangers protecting rhinos from poachers during lockdown. We thought it was essential for the series to have a story representing the point of view of one of the other non-human, sentient beings we share the planet with. We developed the story and were introduced to his sister Cindy Lee who happened to be a highly talented South African director. It all fell naturally into place. Also, how could we pass up the chance to shoot a film in a South African wildlife park with real rhinos, elephants, lions and other magnificent creatures roaming about? Getting to make a narrative, dramatic film with actors this up-close and intimate with these majestic animals was a once in a lifetime opportunity. What were the challenges getting it made? Obviously shooting with kids and animals is always a huge challenge, let alone when those animals weigh 3 tons. The wildlife vets and rangers at the Amakhala Game Reserve where we shot the film, did a superb job of keeping us safe and teaching us how to interact with the marvelous animals. We were also supremely fortunate to have our brave and talented actors, who delivered such astonishing performances in this challenging environment. Our young star, Liyabona Mroqoza, was 11 years old and had never acted before. The performances she and Avumile Qongqo (who plays her ranger mentor) delivered are so full of emotional depth and understanding of the human spirit, I am utterly in awe every time I watch the film. How are audiences responding to the film? We started submitting The Last Ranger  to festivals last year, and pretty quickly we were getting to travel and share the film with audiences around the world. It’s been pretty special seeing the powerful reactions of audiences witnessing a story this up-close and personal with wild rhinos. We were fortunate to get a win at the Oscar-qualifying Pan African Film Festival  and after submitting to the academy, we got shortlisted in December. We find out on the 23rd if we make the final 5 nominees. Feels kinda surreal. What will you do if you win the Oscar? It feels wild even answering this question, but it would actually give us the chance to share the film with more people and to motivate them to take action to protect wild rhinos and to advocate for broader wildlife conservation. What’s next for you? While we are continuing to produce the remaining stories in the When the World Stopped anthology, we have created a non-profit called, Kindred Films, where we collaborate with charities aligned with the theme of each film to allow them to use it to raise funds and awareness from their supporters, and with educators to inspire the next generation to advocate for causes they care about. Where and when can people watch The Last Ranger? It will be playing next month online at the Manhattan Short festival where we you can also donate directly to the game reserve. We are aiming for it to become available as part of the When the World Stopped  anthology on a major steamer.  In the meantime, you can go to kindredfilms.org  to find out more about our mission and to arrange to privately screen The Last Ranger  for a charity or student group you think would benefit from the message. #ChrisOlson #FilmmakerInterview

BAFTA have now officially announced their nominees for their prestigious EE Rising Star award, the only #BAFTA award voted for by the public which honours an emerging actor or actress who has demonstrated exceptional talent and begun to capture the imagination of the British public. Past winners have included the likes of James McAvoy, John Boyega, Letita Wright, Lashana Lynch, Daniel Kaluuya, Jack O’Connell and more. Now as the award enters its 20th year, let’s take a look at the nominees for 2025: Marisa Abela – Marisa Abela has starred in the BBC smash-hit financial thriller Industry as well as having even appeared in Greta Gerwig’s phenomenal Barbie, but has now fully stepped into the spotlight with her portrayal of the late Amy Winehouse in Sam Taylor-Johnson's Back to Black and will soon be starring in Steven Soderbergh’s upcoming spy thriller Black Bag alongside the likes of Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender and Regé-Jean Page. Jharrel Jerome – Having made his film debut in the Oscar-winning Moonlight, Jharrel Jerome recently starred in sports biopic Unstoppable, having already gone from strength to strength by starring in Stephen King adaptations such as Mr. Mercedes, lending their voice to both Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, and starring in the highly-acclaimed Ava DuVernay Netflix series When They See Us. David Jonsson – Also with a key role in the ensemble behind BBC’s Industry, David Jonsson has impressed further with his performance in British romantic-comedy film Rye Lane, but most recently undertook a co-leading role as android as Andy in Fede Álvarez’s Alien: Romulus. Jonsson will also join the Stephen King universe in the upcoming Francis Lawrence adaption of King’s The Long Walk. Mikey Madison – Mikey Madison is no stranger to big things, having already had roles in Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood as well as the fifth instalment in the Scream franchise, but is currently scooping up awards and nominations everywhere for her portrayal as Anora "Ani" Mikheeva in the Palme d'Or winning, Sean Baker directed Anora and will soon be starring in the limited series, Lady in the Lake. Nabhaan Rizwan – Starring in such series as Informer, Station Eleven, and the greatly under-appreciated Netflix mythological comedy Kaos, Nabhaan Rizwan and their latest film In Camera have been getting rave reviews since premiering at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, and will also be starring in the upcoming drama series Dope Girls. You can vote for BAFTA’s EE Rising Star Award here .

Filmmaker Interview by Chris Olson Hi Hsi, thanks for speaking with us. For those who don't know you, please can you tell us a bit about you as a filmmaker? I am a writer, director, producer specializing in social documentaries, currently based in New York City. Growing up in Taiwan, I was deeply influenced by the diverse cultures that surrounded me, igniting my passion for storytelling. My work often delves into themes of identity, community, and resilience, reflecting my commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices. My documentary “ Find Me ” tells the poignant story of a human trafficking victim returning to my home country to find my birth family and reconnect with my identity. The film has received recognition at various film festivals, including DOC NYC and the Big Apple Film Festival, earning accolades for its emotional depth and cultural insights. In addition to documentaries, I also like to explore human emotion through narrative storytelling. My horror romantic drama, “I Heard a Fly Buzz,” examines the unrequited love between two women in the Victorian era. The original script won first place at the Annual School of Visual Arts writing program contest and was published in Match Factory Magazine in 2023. It has also been selected for the New York International Short Film Festival and the Odyssey Film Festival in 2024. My short film "The Balloons" (10mins) in 2022, a drama about grief and friendship, was selected to screen at the SVA's 2022 student film festival. "What's Wrong With Eliza" (10mins) is a drama short about a sugar baby's encounter with a client who was not who she thought he was. It is currently under post production. My Sci-fi TV pilot, A Ship Leans on The Beach (20 pages) was awarded in VII Youth Film Festival Golden Frame, and LA Under the Stars Film Festival. “Bad Faith” (4 mins), my experimental short, was selected in Progeny Short Film Festival and Lift-Off Filmmaker Sessions. Using my voice as a female director, I am dedicated to telling unique stories that would otherwise remain unheard—whether through fictional historical dramas or the real-life journeys of those navigating complex social issues. Despite coming from a culture where women in directing is a recent phenomenon, I like to embrace my background, infusing it into my body of work. My perspective has been shaped by my multicultural experiences, and I aim to create compelling narratives that resonate deeply with audiences. "Find Me" sounds like a fascinating documentary. Why did you want to make this film? Growing up in Taiwan, I've always struggled with the idea of identity and belonging. Not being able to speak fluent Taiwanese, trapped in between the cultural and historical conflict, unable to be proud of my own heritage. I didn't feel that belong in the place that I was born in, even though I called it "home." However, since I started traveling , living in different parts of the world , the further I am to my "home ," the more I appreciate the influence it had on my life. Home never meant a room with four walls, it's a place where you can come back to, a place where you don't feel alone. Not everyone is born into their identity and where they belong, sometimes you just have to leave in order to find it. That sounds like a really personal film to make. What were the other challenges in making "Find Me"? One of my biggest challenges was the budget, particularly concerning transportation for the crew and our documentary subject. I was unsure how we would be able to send Kuo to Taiwan. I created a promotional video and reached out to news outlets while setting up a GoFundMe for her trip. Our efforts led to features on Spectrum News and Taiwanese news channel The Reporter. This helped us raise funds through crowdfunding, the Taiwanese government, and various NGOs. The financial support allowed us to fly Kuo to Taiwan and provide accommodations for her and her adoptive mother, Mary, for a week. It was an ambitious and challenging first documentary to make, but I was driven by my belief in the story. With meticulous planning, my amazing crew and I brought this vision to life. What stage is the film at currently? Can people see it? Find Me is now in Festival circuit, previously premiered at DOC NYC. Congratulations! Hopefully our readers will get to see it soon. A bit more of a personal question in what has already been a personal interview, but, why do you make movies? I’ve always been drawn to the magic of storytelling. Growing up in Taiwan, my family and I would visit the local Blockbuster every week. We'd rent two or three movies, and those trips became a cherished ritual. It wasn’t just about the films themselves, but about the worlds they opened up for me—the way they sparked my imagination, transported me to different places, and allowed me to experience emotions I’d never felt before. It was during these movie nights that my love for cinema took root. It became clear to me that #filmmaking wasn’t just something I enjoyed; it was something I had to pursue. That passion led me to the U.S. to follow my dream. It’s been a journey of trial and error, with moments of doubt, but every step has deepened my love for what I do. I’ve found something that challenges me, inspires me, and allows me to express my own unique voice. Cinema is where I feel most alive—it's more than a career; it's who I am. What advice would you give to someone just starting out in the film career you have pursued? I’ve always been a practical person, but what I learned from making Find Me is that you shouldn’t be afraid to dream big. Filmmaking often requires balancing ambition with the realities of the process, but if you truly believe in the story you want to tell, go for it. Your greatest resources will be your ability to manage time, your work ethic, and the people around you. The connections you build with talented, like-minded individuals are invaluable, and there are fewer opportunities to be surrounded by that energy once you've completed a project. My advice is simple: take that leap of faith in yourself. While the process will require hard work and perseverance, the support you receive from your team will make all the difference. I’m incredibly grateful for the people who supported me throughout Find Me . Without them, I wouldn’t have been able to bring my vision to life. Filmmaking is about collaboration—your story may be your own, but the process of telling it is always shared. Who would you love to work with and why? I met so many incredibly talented people at DOC NYC last November, and I’d love the opportunity to work with any of them. The experience was both inspiring and humbling, and it reminded me how much I still have to learn from others. Whether it’s collaborating with fellow filmmakers, editors, or producers, I value the opportunity to work alongside people who push boundaries and bring fresh perspectives to the table. The passion and creativity I encountered there made me even more excited to keep growing in my craft, and I’m eager to continue learning from those who are as dedicated to storytelling as I am. What's next for you in your filmmaking career? I’m excited about the possibility of expanding Find Me into a longer project. Looking ahead, I want to continue creating documentaries that have a meaningful impact—whether by telling stories that inspire others or by sparking important conversations around social issues. In a world that’s constantly evolving, I’m passionate about telling stories that reflect who we are as a community. I want to highlight both the extraordinary and the everyday people, showcasing the beauty and complexity of our lives. Ultimately, my goal is to create work that resonates deeply with audiences and helps us better understand the world we share. #ChrisOlson