Stray Kids releases 21-minute 'This & That' music video making-of film

Stray Kids has captured the immersive energy behind the visual perfection of their new song, 'This & That,' through a making-of film documenting the music video production process. Moving beyond simple behind-the-scenes footage, the video illustrates how the members moved and immersed themselves to embody the song's core energy.

A 1,288-second record: The music video's blueprint

The released making-of film spans a total of 1,288 seconds (approximately 21 minutes). The video meticulously captures the design of key scenes in the 'This & That' music video, showing how camera angles and lighting were used to maximize the members' performances. Rather than a simple sketch, the film maintains a documentary-style pace, following the natural flow of the filming set.

Notably, the video visually supports the musical spectrum linked to the various remix versions of 'This & That.' It provides clues into how the musical expansion found in 'This & That (This Remixes)' and 'This & That (That Remixes)' aligns with the music video's visual direction.

Intense dedication and immersive direction

The footage reveals the intense deliberation required to achieve the music video's high level of perfection. The members adjust their facial expressions and movements to match the concept of each scene, showcasing both the tension and the joy of the set. The repeated takes and detailed choreography checks hidden behind the polished final product prove the precision of the performances pursued by Stray Kids.

The release also shows consideration for global fans. Subtitles in various languages—including English, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, Indonesian, and Thai—allow fans worldwide to share in the atmosphere of the filming site. This accessibility further solidifies the connection with the global fandom built by Stray Kids.

This making-of film adds visual depth to the 'This & That' promotions, demonstrating that the musical universe presented by Stray Kids is the result of sophisticated planning that extends far beyond simple stage production.