“Sub Scriptum” Channels Early 20th Century Gangster Style in New Music Video
Latvian band “Sub Scriptum” has released a striking new music video for their song “tev, tev, tev, tev,” drawing heavily from the visual language of early 20th-century gangster films. The clip, filmed at Cinevilla Studio, aims for an authentic and immersive aesthetic, utilizing costumes, cinematography, and location choices to evoke the era.
The video’s creation was a collaborative and fluid process, led by director Ritvars Bluka and Jānis Skābo. They embraced an improvisational approach, allowing the visual narrative and shot composition to evolve organically during filming. This method, according to Bluka, resulted in a unique and engaging experience for viewers, maintaining a sense of intrigue throughout.
The song’s lyrics, penned by “Sub Scriptum” vocalist Kristers Rudzītis, reinforce the video’s thematic focus on the present moment: “There is no such right time and place, everything we own is right here and now.” Arnis Rachinskis handled the production and mixing of the music, while actress Ausma Anna Celmarauga portrays a central figure – a fortune teller – within the video’s narrative. Bluka emphasized the band’s openness to creative input, stating that the visuals are designed to be both easily understood and powerfully memorable.
This new single and accompanying video represent a significant step in “Sub Scriptum’s” artistic evolution, demonstrating their commitment to pairing compelling music wiht strong visual storytelling. The band consists of Kristers Rudzītis (vocals), Maikls Drobins (bass guitar), Alvis Kozuls (solo guitar), and armands Runcis (drums). The project benefited from the support of several contributors, including Andrejs Īkis, theater costume rental “Sers,” photographer Rūdolfs Tutiņš, and Keita nikola Rasa.
