SMATKA – Klischee

Klischee, official Music Video by SMATKA

Marie Zechiel takes center stage as the lead actress in the official music video for KLISCHEE by singer SMATKA. This project is a collaborative effort, with the concept developed by I AM JOHANNES, Marie Zechiel, Willi Sieger, and SMATKA. The music production was handled by Willi Sieger, Pionier Production, and SMATKA, ensuring a seamless blend of visual and auditory storytelling. In this music video, Marie Zechiel doesn’t just contribute her talent as a movement director; she steps into the spotlight as the primary actress, embodying the song’s themes and emotions. Her performance is central to the narrative, bringing the song’s message to life through her expressive portrayal. Marie’s background in movement direction deeply informs her acting, allowing her to communicate powerful emotions and complex themes without relying solely on dialogue. Her ability to convey a story through nuanced physicality adds a rich layer to the music video, making it a visually captivating experience. Marie s collaboration in conceptualizing KLISCHEE also speaks to her versatility as a creative professional. Alongside I AM JOHANNES, Willi Sieger, and SMATKA, she contributed to shaping the video’s vision, ensuring that the final product was not only visually striking but also thematically coherent. This multi-faceted involvement highlights her deep understanding of how movement, performance, and visual storytelling can intersect to create a compelling narrative. Through KLISCHEE, Marie Zechiel demonstrates her ability to seamlessly transition between roles—acting, conceptualizing, and guiding the creative direction. Her performance anchors the video, making her an indispensable part of the project’s success. This music video stands as a testament to Marie’s wide-ranging talents, showcasing her as both a performer and a visionary artist.

Born and raised in Germany, Marie Zechiel holds a degree in contemporary dance from Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance in London and has danced professionally in numerous companies and on various stages across Europe and abroad.
Marie is a physical narrator, whose main form of expression is movement, that is seamlessly translated into stage, film, photo and performance work. Her choreographic craft is formulated trough authentic movement, character development and the interplay of curated bodies and formations. As a Choreographer and Movement Director Marie has been involved in many music videos, commercial shoots and fashion shows. Clients include: VOGUECalvin Klein, Longines, Heidi Klum, Rammstein, Herbert Grönemeyer, Mercedes Benz.