Moonchild at Shorts on Tap

Moonchild, a music video I directed together with Neil Dowling for M83, was selected to screen at Rocket Science, an event hosted by Shorts on Tap in London.

The screening took place at Cafe1001 on August 7. Rocket Science focuses on contemporary science-fiction short films and music videos, and it offered a fitting context for the project.

The Story Behind Moonchild

Moonchild follows a simple dream-like narrative. A young girl imagines herself drifting into outer space, where she faces danger and responds with calm control rather than fear. The story remains open and relies on mood rather than explanation.

From the beginning, the intention was to let the images follow the rhythm of the music instead of building a clear plot. This approach allowed the video to stay closer to imagination than structure.

Working with Space and Design

A key part of the project was the collaboration with interior designer Will Craig from Discursive Form. His spatial work formed the physical basis for the outer-space scenes.

The reconstructed interior of Club MUTE in Seoul became the main location. Rather than relying on digital environments, the video uses real space, light, and surface to build its atmosphere.

Genero Recognition

Moonchild was selected as a finalist in the Genero music video competition. Later that year, it was also chosen as a runner-up in Genero’s Best of the Year category.

This recognition reflected the collaborative nature of the project. Music, architecture, and cinematography came together without one element taking priority over the others.

About the Music

M83’s music plays a central role in shaping the film. Known for blending dream pop, ambient, and electronic elements, the band creates soundscapes that leave room for interpretation.

Moonchild sits comfortably within that body of work. The video follows the emotional tone of the track rather than illustrating it directly.

Showing the Film in London

Seeing Moonchild screened in London added another layer to the project. In a space like Cafe1001, the film reached an audience outside its original context.

For me, the screening was less about presentation and more about circulation. The work continues to move, picking up new meanings as it travels through different places and audiences.