Question 1

Which 1983 music video, directed by John Landis, featured a 14-minute runtime and groundbreaking choreography?

Accepted Answer

Thriller. Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' revolutionized music videos with its cinematic approach, zombie choreography, and unprecedented budget.

Question 2

What was the first music video ever played on MTV when it launched on August 1, 1981?

Accepted Answer

Video Killed the Radio Star by The Buggles. 'Video Killed the Radio Star' by The Buggles was the first music video aired on MTV, a fitting choice given its theme.

Question 3

Which music video became the first to reach one billion views on YouTube in 2012?

Accepted Answer

Gangnam Style by PSY. PSY's 'Gangnam Style' became the first YouTube video to hit one billion views in December 2012.

Question 4

Beyonce's visual album 'Lemonade' premiered exclusively on which platform in 2016?

Accepted Answer

HBO. Lemonade premiered as an HBO special in April 2016 before being released on Tidal for streaming.

Question 5

Which OK Go music video, filmed in a single continuous take, features the band on motorized treadmills?

Accepted Answer

Here It Goes Again. 'Here It Goes Again' (2006) features OK Go performing choreography on treadmills in one continuous shot, becoming a viral sensation.

Question 6

Which artist's 'Formation' music video references cultural imagery of the American South and was released the day before the 2016 Super Bowl?

Accepted Answer

Beyonce. Beyonce dropped 'Formation' on February 6, 2016, one day before performing at the Super Bowl 50 halftime show.

Question 7

A-ha's 'Take On Me' video is famous for combining live action with which visual technique?

Accepted Answer

Rotoscope pencil-sketch animation. The 'Take On Me' video used rotoscoping to create its distinctive pencil-sketch animation blended with live-action footage.

Question 8

Childish Gambino's 'This Is America' video went viral in 2018 for its commentary on what theme?

Accepted Answer

Gun culture and racial issues in America. 'This Is America' used jarring visual contrasts to comment on gun culture and racial dynamics, sparking widespread analysis.

Question 9

Which director is known for creating visually striking videos for Bjork, including 'All Is Full of Love'?

Accepted Answer

Chris Cunningham. Chris Cunningham directed 'All Is Full of Love' (1999), featuring porcelain robots, and is known for his surreal visual style.

Question 10

Which 2020 music video by The Weeknd features him wandering through Las Vegas with a bloodied face?

Accepted Answer

Blinding Lights. The 'Blinding Lights' video shows The Weeknd stumbling through Las Vegas at night with his signature bandaged/bloodied face character.

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