narrative music videos
Music is a universal language. We may not understand the words all the time, but we’ll feel the rhythm, the emotion and the soul of a powerful song. The Beyond the Short Indie Music Video winners showcases incredible works of narrative music from a diverse, talented group of artists, performers, music video directors and crew.
Explore our entire curated catalog of powerful, emotionally driven music videos.

“Dürr Darbte der Baum” by Julius Pfeiffer
Dürr Darbte der Baum intertwines music, dance, and Richard Wagner's opera 'The Ring'. The cursed power of a Rhine gold ring unfolds, driving those who covet it towards catastrophe. Against the backdrop of a haunting coke plant, Berlin-based dancers Raz Mantell and Jin Lee embody archetypal characters, delving into the realms of subconsciousness.
“BVT - LALAKI” by Steph Jowett
An ode to the golden era of pre-colonial/ indigenous Philippines, which throws recognition to its queer ancestors.





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