Private Project

The Beginning

E-MEN Music video for the original version of the new single The Beginning.
Using images shot either in California and Chile creates a subconcious storyline.

  • Rod Saez Chavez
    Director
  • Soledad Caceres
    Writer
  • Rod Saez Chavez
    Writer
  • Rod Saez Chavez
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Music Video
  • Genres:
    Electronic, Post Punk, Video Essay
  • Runtime:
    3 minutes 47 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 10, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Chile
  • Country of Filming:
    Chile, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - The University of Hong Kong - HKU - 香港大學
Distribution Information
  • Cintamani FIlms
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: All Rights
Director Biography - Rod Saez Chavez

Rod Saez Chavezboasts over 15 years of experience in the cinema industry, having worked on music videos for renowned bands such as Faith No More, Soul Asylum, E-MEN, Therion, Kreator, and Lacrimosa, among others. He has also been instrumental in promoting independent cinema through various film festivals that are known for showcasing talented filmmakers.
Rod has been 3 times shortlisted for the Academy Awards as producer.

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Director Statement

The idea was making a video essay to go with the song, but not only as a music video, but as a subconcious exercise.