CLIPPED Music Video Festival Returns to Shine a Spotlight on the Art of Music Video
Australia’s only dedicated music video festival, CLIPPED Music Video Festival, is set to return, bringing with it a vibrant collection of premiere screenings, insightful conversations, and much-anticipated awards. Scheduled for Sunday, October 27, 2024, at the Ritz Cinemas in Randwick, NSW, this year’s festival will mark its first full program since 2019, celebrating the artistry that defines this unique visual medium.
Get ready for an exciting lineup at the CLIPPED Music Video Festival.
Festival Highlights
The CLIPPED Music Video Festival aims to honor the creativity behind music videos, kicking off with a showcase titled Stories on Screen, featuring narrative music videos crafted by talented Australian filmmakers. This first segment promises to captivate audiences with immersive storytelling through music.
Following this, a free-spirited Directors Discussion Panel will convene, bringing together some of Australia’s most prominent music video directors, including Sanjay De Silva (known for DIVISION), Michael Hili (of FINCH fame), and Felicity Jayn Heath from The Preserve. This discussion will provide a rare glimpse into the minds that mold the music video landscape in Australia.
Festival Director Samuel Bright will steer an exclusive conversation with Shane Drake, an internationally acclaimed director widely recognized for his extensive body of work that includes music videos for superstar talents like Avril Lavigne, Panic! At the Disco, and Taylor Swift. Drake’s involvement adds a notable touch to the festival, as he discusses his two-decade career and offers insights into the evolution of music videos.
“Music videos are a visual representation of sound, and I believe they hold a mirror to the artist’s vision,” says Drake, known for directing the award-winning video for Panic! At the Disco’s hit I Write Sins Not Tragedies.
As the day unfolds, attendees will also be treated to a screening of previously unreleased Australian work, complemented with engaging discussions featuring their creators. The evening will culminate in the CLIPPED Music Video Awards, where the top 30 Australian music videos of the year will be celebrated in full cinematic glory. Not only will the best Australian works be awarded, but categories will also honor international and New Zealand clips, with categories including Best Video, Best Directing, and Best Cinematography.
Behind the scenes of music video magic.
Ticketing and Accessibility
Tickets for each session are affordably priced at $20, making this festival accessible to a wide array of film and music enthusiasts. This initiative reaffirms the festival’s commitment to making the art of music video appreciated by all ages and backgrounds.
With no other event like this in the country, the CLIPPED Music Video Festival not only showcases the innovative work being done in Australian music videos but also fosters a larger conversation about the role of visuals in the music industry. The festival’s calendar includes diverse programming that appeals to both industry insiders and casual fans, promising an engaging experience for all who attend.
Conclusion
Mark your calendars for October 27, as the CLIPPED Music Video Festival promises a day filled with creativity and inspiration. It’s an opportunity to witness not just the visual art attached to music, but also to celebrate those who painstakingly work behind the camera to bring these stories to life. Whether you’re a fan of music videos, a budding filmmaker, or simply someone who enjoys cinema, this festival is a must-attend event this spring.
Learn more about the festival and secure your tickets here.
