"Smile" by Ta-ku: Behind The Scenes | Runway Studios

Runway · Intermediate ·🖊️ Copywriting & Content Strategy ·3y ago

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Behind the scenes of Ta-ku's music video 'Smile' produced with Runway Studios

Original Description

The first single from his upcoming album Songs To Come Home To, SMILE is a commentary on Ta-ku’s heritage and upbringing told through the lens of raw cinematography and future-forward storytelling technology. SMILE tells the story of discovering creativity as a coping mechanism during youth. The music video was produced with support from the Runway Studios Creative Grants program. — runwayml.com
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