Research Music video- Chris brown Forever

Mise en scene
During the opening of the music video, aerial shots to show the brids eye view over a city are used these could possibly represent the significance of what the city has to the artist and song, suggesting that the artist has a connection with the city, allowing the audience to identify the artist as it could possibly show the audience what the character sees and his feelings creating a personality for the artist, allowing the audience to relate to him.
There are many straight cuts used within this video some have different paces then others. The straight cuts allow the narrative to continue through different scenes with also a continuously flow if the diegesis allowing the audience to have a clear understanding of what is happening.
There is a continously pattern of long shots and two shots of the artist and the female character, showing the connection to the audience between them this is portrayed by the close ups and over shoulder shots showing the facial expressions and body language when the two characters interact. This portrays the utility of the couple which allows the audience to relate to the artist and video as romance and relationships are very common and happen in everyday life this creates realism within the video.
Tracking shots of him dancing are continously used throughout the second half of the video, this could possibly connote his importance within the music video allowing the audience to identify the artist amongst the other characters within the video. He looks at the camera this shows confidence and power and creates a relationship with the audience as it is like the artist is speaking directly to the audience.
A shot where the audience can experience what the character is seeing for example when he sees the girl allowing the viewers to have a connection with the character.
Over shoulder shots to show characters emotions
He looks at the camera whilst performing this creates a connection with the singer and the viewers as it looks as if he is performing to them.


Also challenges partly of dominant ideology as there is a shot of Chris following and chasing the female character as if she is in control and she makes the decisions also when she jumps off the building the male character follows her and also jumps to catch and protect her.

Included within the video
Different themes and locations this ensures that the viewers do not get bored when watching the music video, also allows them to view and experience different themes and locations and allows them to feel as if they are there themselves.
Night time this connotes mystery
Different themes- this includes big houses showing that the characters are rich highlighting their authority and allowing the viewers to experience a wealthier life. Shows luxury items including expensive car. Diamond earrings
He also opens a chewing gum and eats it at the beginning this allows the audience to connect with the characters showing that because he is rich he also has does the same things as the less wealthy people.
Relationships
One scene is at a party which also helps the viewers connect with the audience as parties are very popular and enjoyed by everyone.
Dance routine where Chris Brown is at the front and back up dancers showing his importance

Editing
Quick editing not noticeable
Editing being created when the artist sees the female model all the people in the room are moving faster, this highlights that the male and female characters are more important.

Lighting
Highlights characters face
Artificial lighting creating an experience of the effects added into the music video

Costumes and gesture
Dark clothing connotes mystery and power
Different outfits creates interest for the audience so they can see character in different costumes
Dancing a lot this shows confidence and skill, allowing the audience to experience Chris Browns professionalismConfident walk and body language as he looks in to the camera