1. Music Video Director Shane Drake

6. Red Jumpsuit Apparatus- Guardian Angel. In this music video I love the use of lighting This music video by Red Jumpsuit Apparatus has a very distinct appeal to it, the use of light is very strong within this video; with a light bulb being the focus and causing a distinct change with contrast and light fill/overexposure. The use of slow motion really reflects the pace of the song, as does the editing- it flows throughout the video. I think that the use of light and the washed out colour palette within the video helps to create an emotive image throughout of which reflects the lyrics and works together with the action on screen. The combination of live performance and lip sync works with the conventions of a band such as this and helps to promote the emotion of the song, as conveyed by the singer.

7. Panic at the disco- I write Sins not tragedies. This music video has a clear narrative running throughout, based upon a wedding of which almost transforms into an elaborate circus inspired video; of which has a sense of mystery and a certain eeriness about it. I love the combination of costume and overall mise en scene in this music video; the costume really helps to present the narrative, of which is further communicated via the use of close up shots, long shots and through the use of speed within the video. One feature I particularly like from this video is the use of non diagetic sound when the main characters are taking their vows, and close up shots of their mouths are shown. The initial establishing shot initially sets up expectations for the video, however it turns to be much more sinister.

8. Paramore- Decode. I love this video, there are so many creative elements of which work so well together, I love the use of light and colour as it creates an eiree atmosphere and the camera movement is almost as if someone is watching them, it is very edgy and sweeping. I love how the shots of the band have been incorporated with random shots moving through the woods, the editing and overlays are very creative and works well with the camera angles chosen.