BRYGHT YOUNG THINGS, Production,

Description

This video montage showcases athletes Skylar Diggins-Smith, Chaunté Lowe, and Laurie Hernandez in visually striking scenes. Skylar Diggins is seen in silhouette in a training space, and then in a close-up. Chaunté Lowe stands on a tarmac in front of a blue hangar-like building, holding a white cloth with a red stripe. Laurie Hernandez is shown in a vast, empty gymnasium with a balance beam. Various objects connected to their sports appear, including a color-blocked basketball, high-jump equipment, and a gymnast's leotard. Lighting throughout the montage varies from intense spotlights to natural light filtering through large windows, casting long shadows and silhouettes. The color palette is dominated by blues, greys, and blacks, creating a mood of intensity and focus. The video uses close-up shots and long shots to highlight the athletes and their environments.