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Jonah Kagen 'Matches' by Zebulon Griffin

Rob Ulitski - 13th Jan 2025

Zebulon Griffin directs a cathartic tale for singer-songwriter Jonah Kagen. 

The video for Matches follows a carefully-crafted narrative, of a man returning home to confront painful childhood memories.

The lingering, black and white cinematography gives the visual a vintage feel, harking back to traditional storytelling techniques. Paired with inspired performances and a considered edit, it's a lovely visual that reflects the introspective track. 

"In an age of fast cuts and flashy imagery, we wanted to create an engaging story with intentional and patient camera work that invites the viewer to lean in," says Griffin.

"The resulting music video paints a harrowing journey through childhood trauma and grief."

Rob Ulitski - 13th Jan 2025

Tags

  • New Director
  • Narrative
  • Black and white
  • Intentional
  • Considered
  • Vintage
  • Engaging

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Production/Creative

Director
Zebulon Griffin
Producer
Cory Messer
Producer
Zebulon Griffin
Production Company
Columinati Films
1st AD
Melanie Sudyn

Camera

Director of Photography
Cory Messer
Focus Puller
Connor Trees

Lighting/Grip

Gaffer
Winston Mitchell
Key Grip
Gerardo “lalo” Fragoza
Grip Intern
Alex Arguijo

Art

Production designer
Aubrey Paul

Casting

Lead actor
David Finch
Lead actor
Owen Wylie
Lead actor
Ricky Schultz

Editorial

Editor
Zebulon Griffin

Grading

Colourist
Cory Messer

Commission

Commissioner
Chris Acosta
Label
Arista Records

Rob Ulitski - 13th Jan 2025

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