Dreamin
Dreamin' - Damien Lauretta
The video seamlessly weaves between the realms of dreams and reality, unfolding the narrative of a child temporarily immersed in a surreal and poetic universe within the confines of a grand house. Drawing inspiration from the surrealist art of Magritte, certain sequences pay homage to his iconic style, infusing the visual storytelling with a touch of artistic homage.
Crafting the synopsis and storyboarding this imaginative adventure was a source of great enjoyment for me. The process involved envisioning and conceptualizing a world where reality intertwines with the fantastical, creating a visually compelling journey for the audience. The challenge, however, lay in the constraints of time and budget typical for a music video for a burgeoning artist.
Despite these limitations, the endeavor was an exercise in creativity and resourcefulness. Achieving special effects within the tight timeframe and budget demanded innovative solutions and a strategic approach to visual storytelling. This project exemplifies the artistry and ingenuity required to bring forth a captivating narrative, demonstrating that even with constraints, the fusion of dream and reality can be beautifully and evocatively captured on screen.
Credits
Production
HK Corp
Production Director
Pierre-André Marion
Director
Guillaume Cosson
DP
Nils Ruinet
First Assistant
Olbek Martel
First AC
Maxime Maujean
Make Up
Marion Létendart
Stylist
Alexandra Ryzow
Grip
Morjane Charef, Marie Landon
Set Designer
Thibaut Morisset
Actors
Mark Baris (Vigil) – Arlette Najsztat (client)
Actors
Gabriel Fernier (Child) – Carol Martha (Mother) – Arnaud Le Hesran (Father) – Kefton MCBoogy (Dancer) – Sarah Ebstein (Woman in the bathtub)
Post Production
Reactive Zone
Production
HK Corp
Director
Guillaume Cosson
DP
Nils Ruinet
Date
April 22, 2017