The next analysis task was comparing Michael Jackson's version of 'smooth criminal' in contrast with Alien Ant Farms version. The first analysis is of Micheal Jackson's version.
How well balanced is the narrative and performance within smooth criminal?
Through-out the whole of the Michael Jackson Video, there is a constant balance between the narrative and the performance. There is always a narrative going on with MJ as the main character but he is performing in the video as well.
Is there any homages in Michael Jackson's smooth criminal?
In the MJ video of 'smooth criminal' there is an homage to the 1920's gangster era.
How successful was the tempo interpreted for the audience' needs?
I feel that MJ was very successful with meeting audience' needs. They got what they expected - a theatrical style video with his typical style music.
How well balanced is the narrative and performance?
Similarly to the M.J version of the song, there was a constant performance through-out the video but only a slight narrative, showing reference to Micheal Jackson.
What intertexuality references does Alien Ant Farm create?
During the whole video, there is constant reference to MJ's version of Smooth Criminal as well as Micheal Jackson as a person. Things such as the moonwalk are included, the white mask, the pavements lighting up, the glass smashing. This could not really be seen as an homage due to the fact it appears to be taking the mick out of Micheal Jackson so would more likely be seen as a pastiche.
How successful was the tempo interpreted for the audiences needs?
Due to the "wildness" of the video and the rebellious appearance, as well as the style of song I would say the tempo was fairly successful in interpreting their niche audiences needs.
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