Britney Spears- Toxic Analysis

The music video

The Britney Spears- ‘Toxic’ song uses a narrative form of music video. It tells a story throughout the song, switching from Britney starring as an

innocent Airhostess, transforming into an action figure character; portraying the ‘Toxic’ aspect of

the song.

Music

This video involves both diegetic and non-diegetic sounds. An example of the use of diegetic sound is towards the end of the video when birds are following the plane, you can hear the noises of the birds. Plus there is also non-diegetic sound; being the actual sound track of the song.

Mise en Scene

First costume of the music video, fitting in with the plane scene, Britney dressed as an airhostess.

Second costume, with little coverage creating a

provocative look. Also appealing to the male

audience.

Mise en Scene

More of an ‘action’ outfit, with Britney on a motorbike; creates a more exciting scene. Giving the appearance of a video game.

Camerawork

• Establishing shot used, setting the plane scene.

• Close-up, emphasising Britney’s actions; portraying seduction.

Camerawork • Wide shot used to show the surroundings, but with the artist still being the main focus. • This is followed by a zoom in towards Britney, to a close-up of her singing the song lyrics.

Editing

• Good use of special effects for the explosive scene, making it more exciting for the viewer. • Features like this used to duplicate the action figure Britney is portraying, and to create a futuristic feel.