Jeannel – BLUE

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BLUE Jeannel

The official music video for BLUE by singer Jeannel is a visually stunning and emotionally charged piece of work. Directed by Lauren Pringle, the video captures an intimate journey that delves deep into the heart of human emotions. For this project, Movement Director Marie Zechiel played a crucial role, working closely with Jeannel and cast member Kelvin Kelonzo to bring authenticity and depth to their performances. The focus of this project was to unlock and express true and deep emotions, creating a connection that resonates with viewers. Jeannel, although a talented singer, lacked experience in acting. This made Zechiels role as a Movement Coach particularly important. She guided Jeannel through the process, helping her to explore and convey the raw emotions needed for the video. Zechiels approach was gentle yet precise, ensuring that every movement and gesture reflected the vulnerability and intensity of the song. Marie Zechiels contribution extended beyond movement coaching. She also served as the Intimacy Director for the production, a role that was essential given the personal nature of the project. Her expertise in this area helped create a safe and comfortable environment on set, allowing the artists to fully immerse themselves in their roles. Zechiel ensured that the intimate scenes were handled with care, respecting the boundaries of the performers while still achieving the desired emotional impact. Working with Jeannel and Kelvin Kelonzo, Zechiel was instrumental in bringing the director’s vision to life. Her guidance helped the artists reach new levels of emotional expression, resulting in a music video that is both powerful and moving. „BLUE“ is not just a visual experience; it is a journey into the depths of human emotion, made possible by the skilled direction of Marie Zechiel.

As a movement director Marie Zechiel researches, develops and instructs sophisticated movement and body languages for a project aiming to create a suitable and unique physical narrative that raises production quality and authenticity.
In exchange with the director and team she proposes a motion vocabulary and choreography which fits best to the project’s vision, before she develops specific training methods and teaches all necessary skills to the performers (e.g. actors, singers, dancers, models, extras).
Especially on set with the production Marie Zechiel is a valuable motion supervisor to translate last-minute improvements as a movement director. Her skill-set includes underwater movement, cross-gendered movements and chorus work as well as doing choreographies in different dance styles.
Her field of work is specialised in camera productions such as commercials, music videos, photo shootings but also fashion shows and gallery spaces and the movement mentoring for artists. As a Choreographer and Movement Director Marie Zechiel has been involved in many music videos, commercial shoots and fashion shows. Clients include: VOGUECalvin Klein, Longines, Heidi Klum, Rammstein, Herbert Grönemeyer, Mercedes Benz.

Read more about Marie Zechiel´s Movement Director work HERE.