“Blessed” - Daniel Caesar | Ian Eastwood & The Young Lions
HTML-код
- Опубликовано: 28 сен 2024
- theres so much that went in to the planning of this video i wish this description could do our effort justice. but i will just touch on it briefly. after doing world of dance with my crew in some ways i felt we were on a roll that i never felt, and in other ways i felt like over the years i had cool ideas within dance but have always kept my structure relatively safe. maybe it was because i was focused on learning different aspects of film/dance etc. but i had been talking to a few people that really mean a lot to me and it became apparent that if i wanted anything to change about the way i felt about my own work that i really needed to push myself and schedule and take the appropriate time to do so.
first came the inspiration, haven’t gotten my feelings out like this since “have mercy” and even that was a completely restaged version of a two year old piece. so its been a minute since i’ve dug this deep from scratch. had to go through some things, almost lose some, and had to grow enough to be able to create about how i felt. i’d say the song hit me at the perfect time from the moment i heard it on a car ride to pick up someone i truly love from the airport. i knew right then i needed to get this inspired creativity out.
next came preproduction, two creative meetings with the young lions core crew, two choreography sessions, & 1 location scout, two rehearsals, and 1 shoot day later we had a video. the team all accomplished multiple jobs on this video to give it it’s organization and flow to be the best video it could be. this was a strategy created through experience having to do these jobs on a real music video we produced with lido & they. this summer.
i can honestly say that this two minute piece is probably one the most authentic representations of how i’d like myself to be seen as an artist as the years move forward because it all came together in the most natural fluid manner that art should be created within. i think the key this time has been trusting all these beautiful creatives and souls i’m surrounded by in this video to just be themselves within the overall idea and i’ve never felt better getting to see them all shine.
FUN FACT : this is a TRUE ONE SHOT. no post production effects have been added to this video in anyway besides color. and we didn’t even decide that this video would be a one shot until we were on set and did two rehearsal run throughs, we watched it on camera and tweaked and heightened moments due to the feeling that any cuts would stop the feeling of fluidity and natural visual progression we have building throughout the video.
that being said please enjoy what we made with a lot of time, effort, & heart.
DIRECTOR : Ian Eastwood
CAST : Bong Buno, Trevor Takemoto, Hugh Aparente, Anthony Westlake, Ian Eastwood, Connor Gormley, Isaiah Baluyot, Idaliz Cristian, Jacob Dimenstein, Josh Price, Marie Spieldenner, Richard “Swagg”, Shannon Kelly, Julian Deguzman, Eddie Mandell, Kiera Breaugh
CHOREOGRAPHY : Ian Eastwood
ASSISTANT CHOREOGRAPHER : Trevor Takemoto
STYLING : Hugh Aparente
PRODUCER : Bong Buno & Ian Eastwood
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY : Gerald Nonato
COLORING : Bong Buno
SPECIAL THANKS : Tessandra Chavez, Eryn Koehn, Peter & Julia Eastwood.
The representation of the lyrics the visual expression of the music. This is LITERALLY what this song LOOKS like..im not crying you are..
Michelle Shellman 😭😭😭😭😭this is so beautiful
WHEN THE LYRICS SAID "I'm coming back home ..to you" AND YA CLICKED YOUR HEELS TOGETHER TWICE LIKE DOROTHY FROM WIZARD OF OZ....CREATIVITY PHENOMENAL
Bro I didn’t even think of that 🤔
It's all in the details ❤️
Jovoun Brown over the head I’m telling you !
i noticed that too!
He already used that same move in one of his other choreos, “hold on we’re going home” by drake. Still amazing though no hate
Sitting in my car in tears. The authenticity and soul in this piece is palbable. I'm so proud of all aspects of this piece and I'm trying to find the words to describe how in awe I am of how visible the growth, vulnerability, and honesty in this piece is. I'm not just proud but it shakes me to my core and I'm crying because I'm connecting to this piece in a way that is so much deeper than I thought possible from simply watching and its truly a game changer in the best of ways. Congratulations, I've never been more honored to be a fan of a person or group of people than I am at this moment. Love Always 💚
Passion through the movement. It's all that i can see.
There is nothing more classiest than these guys performing a lyrical dance. And so much love for Daniel Ceasar for his songs.
Man, this is sooo powerful. I still get chills with this video
I didn't know Urban Outfitters employees can dance so gracefully like that. DOPE!
Adriel Ozaeta come on no one is giving you credit for that joke it was funny 👏👏😂😂
I don't know why this video is evoking so many emotions in me. My soul just wants to cry. Beautiful video, song choreography, everything. Thank you.
when the heels tapped together at 1:10 with "im coming back home " omfg. i got chills and, i still havent recovered, i cant even explain ,and the rest of the way through i was tearing up ,, this video is giving me such feelings
This song is so beautiful and brings a lightness ... I think that the music and the dance were in a single tuning, it was simply WONDERFUL!
So beautiful. Only the truly blessed and prepared will see all that this is meant to be seen for.
THIS, . . . this to me is true POETIC JUSTICE in the only way the language of dance can capture. 💜 The one shot filming of this piece was the cherry on top, it helped to add and contain the atmosphere of this vulnerable and touching piece.
I always come back to this beauty. I just can't get enough. It's amazing, it's beautiful. I feel like I need to cry after watching this. Oh my... ❤️
That was so fucking beautiful.
You've come a long long way from Cricketz bro. I remember watching you on youtube so long ago. At that time I was really seeking some deep inspiration. I've always been really good with research and I remember how lucky I was to find your work "Cricketz". Some day i'll get my chance to do one of your pieces with you or maybe even you'll get a chance to one of my pieces with me! LOL.... I've always loved your work bro and I can imagine how special this piece must be to you after experiencing WOD the t.v. show. Thank for doing what you do bro. One love. -Timmy
i literally have tears in my eyes watching this...simply the most stunning choreography i have probably ever seen!!!! im blown away
Omg words can't even express how much I appreciate you and your crew that take the time to shoot and make this happen. I felt like crying at the end, no reason why. But I think its because I deeply felt these emotions that shined through this video. It's a start to a beautiful new path. Thank you for always inspiring and pushing forward your creativity ❤
You know what? There’s so many other choreographers in the world, but you’re just brilliant. I love watching your choreographies and this one was probably the most beautiful yet, as well as the description. You have this magical flow, that only three other dancers have it. (In my opinion) it’s you, Michael Jackson and Adam (Moose from step up). I just frickin love everything about you and your crew. Keep it up Ian! ❤️
Will never get tired of this. So beautiful
it didnt get me at first, but as watch it couple more times im starting to drop some tears and now im sobbing all over my bed this is too beautiful
i’ve watched this more times than i can count, and every time i watch it i still always get goosebumps, almost brought to tears even. heartstrings were pulled with this one. thank you 💗
The Musicality is impeccable! Amazing Job!!!!
Mr.Ian Ur a great choreographer. I feel like all those moves touches everyone if they have exactly watched the way it should be .
I just love the style, I just love all of y’all.
Yooo... why did I just get emotional watching this. Wow... great performance!
This dance literally grabbed my soul.✨🌸
That drop at 00:17 - my bro that subtlety and detail, I applaud your talent...
Dance and art and passion and love in its truest purest form! Ugh I love it ♥️👌🏾😩
DAMN...you almost got me crying at work! Just beautiful, everyone.
WOWWW Ian! You really outdid yourself with this one!!! AHHHH
i don't know bout u guys but i fell in love with the music and even more with the dance
Beauty in its purest energy.
the im coming back home part................. i cri...... such beautiful creation.....
i have seen many dancers, but you are unique bcz u not only a dance u make art n that what make u different from other and i luv it. and u r takinh it to another level and that what i like about u very much.. and at last all i wanna say is keep doinggg 👍👍
Always admired him from the moment i saw Ian Eastwood dance in a movie where he actually became the violin music. Now watching SYTYCD on TV and wondering when they are going to hire him as a choreographer.
The wizard of OZ reference.. this is amazing!
Omg such beautiful art work this was such a blessing and so refreshing and didn't compromise/ hurt my eyes like other choreo keep up the awesome work guys!!! Jesus loves you all!
Amazing😍😍 We need more pieces like this..
I'm always so in love with your dance 💕💕💕 please keep dance. I'm so proud of you :)
This is simply so beautiful and meaningful and ughh, you could see them tell the story
Wow! Excellent, this is beautiful!!
Thank you so much for your beautiful ART, Ian 🙏
This moved me to tears. Absolutely brilliant.
Holy shit this is the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen in my life
You're incredibly diverse and creative. I hope you continue making works like this one and inspiring others❤💕👏👌.... Well done Ian
Lovely, words cant explain. Some phenomenal dancers here - Josh, Idaliz, Anthony, Lil Swagg, Ian of course, and more..
Ian Eastwood you are always amazing! I always look to your youtube videos and I love that swag ❤❤❤💃💃💃
Speechless... Amazing growth being displayed. Such a warming piece.
Wow. I love these unraveled vibes and the one shot is amazing.
LOVE IT... Mind blown... ahhh my heart
I loved this Ian - feeling blessed, thank you for sharing!
my favorite piece unreal
It is gonna be their smoothest dance cover af💯
This is great stuff, Ian. Can feel every emotion.
Dance community is coming together its great
i am in tears. this is beautiful
deeply amazed and moved by this whole piece!
Absolutely loved this so much heart in this production
just beautiful, as always. pure art
We need more of this 💖💖💖
Beautiful ...absolutely beautiful
This is so inspirational 😭 I love it ❤️
This made me cry ❤️❤️❤️ It was so beautiful
so beautiful oh my goodness
I’m so in love with this video! You’re so talented and I wish I could learn a choreography of yours someday
this just makes me wanna dance omg
I absolutely loved 💘 💘 💘 this!! 🌟 🌟
Que bonito es enserio , Ian eres increíble , gracias por tanta inspiración
sooo beautifulll!! magnificent work!
YOUUUUUU GUYS ARE AWESOMEEEE😭😭😭😭❤❤
This video just made me love this song
Yes! I was hoping to keep up with then after WoD and they are just so -good- *great.*
this still my favorite work from Ian.
Indeed blessed to view this
wow!
This is amazing bro .🙌
Wow this girl is amazing !!!!
I love this
so beautiful. my eyes are sweating (,:
1:13 : "there's no place like home..." 💛
SOO GOOD
aesthetic goals
smooth 🔥🙌🏽🔥👏🏽
Beautiful!!! 😍😍😍😭😭
Beautiful!
Outstanding.
YAAAAAAAAASSSSSS 😭😭😭😭😭🙌🙌🙌🙌😇😇😇😇
WOW. That was beautiful
Wonderfully executed!!
You never disappoint.
Amazing is all I can say!
This is perfect.
yes!
this is stunning
Im speechless!
i shake my head every time at 1:12 with his wizard of oz reference...
Dope
That was amazing
STANDING OVATION!!!!!!!!!!!
How the fuck is this a one shot??? It’s perfect!!!!!!!!