Analysing a Music Video:

Song: The Scientist
Artist: Coldplay
Year: 2002

Story: There is a clear narrative in this music video. The whole music video is set in reverse this is to help sell the band as it is unique, it also allows Chris Martin to be the hero as he is the only member of the band to star in it. It shows in reverse how he managed to have a car accident.

Setting: The setting is outdoors is multiple locations, such as fields, basketball court and alley ways.

Charcters: Mainly Chris Martin to sell the band as well as his girlfriend which fits the female audience as they like to see a love story.

Costume: The clothing is standard and casual which fits the genre.

Lyrics: The lyrics fit the plot of the Video and the mood of the sad love song.

Special effects: The music video is shot in reverse meaning Chris Maritn had to learn the song backwards so it appeared correct to the audience when it was played back. This adds interests to the video and makes it unique and individual making it stand out from any other Music Video.

Camera Angles: Close ups were important in this Video as it shows the emotion on the characters faces. There is also use of slow editing again this fits in with the plot of the video.