Incomplete video

[erilyn]

The video has leaked, a bit over two days early. I'd put that right on schedule for the Backstreet army ;)

+ Incomplete music video - 24 meg, wmv
+ Incomplete music video - 13 meg, rm

> Direct link to file on AOL - right click and save for 43 meg .mov file

Similar quality, download your preferred format. Don't link to the files or my journal on message boards or communites, share the file yourself instead.

Thanks to kamadu and musicdiamond for the files, and raynedanser for making sure I knew it was available :)



It's probably for the best that I got to watch it for myself alone, rather than in company. There may have been some squeeing, handclasping and sighing. And that was just when I found out it had leaked.

This video and song is so about each other. THEY ARE ALL INCOMPLETE WITHOUT THE REST OF BACKSTREET. The cutting between Nick and Howie when they are singing together just killed me. AJ is so hot, I almost forgive him for the neck tattoos. Kevin should always play the piano (and why couldn't we have a closeup when he was stretching, dammit). Brian was way further into the water than I was expecting, but was beautiful. The lighting in this video is just gorgeous. And Howie clearly isn't human, no one can just keep getting hotter and hotter the way he does without spontaneously combusting.

And that's as close as I can be to being coherent about this. It's beautifully shot, and it's all about the Boys, and I don't know whether it's a "good" video or not, there's no way I can be at all objective at the moment.

Looks like it'll be premiering on TRL next Thursday. From here, from the Full Schedule popup: Mila Kunis makes us happy; Backstreet blows it up with a premiere.

Comments

[ex-black-be.livejournal.com]

Thanks for sharing, hon!
I love this song, and I can't wait to see how they changed the lyrics to images. =D

[raynedanser.livejournal.com]

I have so much love for this video. There are so many things in it that I could pick out to show why... It's just... Brilliant. I am just blown away.

When I found out earlier it had leaked, I was giddy. And nervous. I didn't want to be disappointed in the song, you know? (because every once in a while, the video just ruins the song. . . ) I wanted it to be right and couldn't imagine what they were doing with it based on the stills we'd seen.

I wasn't disappointed. Every shot is perfect and beautiful and everything is SO true to the song, I can't put it into words just now.

Just. Yes.

[trickyjazzer.livejournal.com]

I said the same. I'm SO glad I was home alone when I watched it the first time. It wasn't a pretty site.

I still might make a bit of a squee every time I watch it, but you can't prove it. ;)

[kamadu.livejournal.com]

BOYS! Eeee!

I totally agree with everything you said. It's a typical video for them and whether it does well or not, I'm just so damn happy they're back and together.

without caps lock this time

[stargems.livejournal.com]

I, too, am not in the right head space to start analyzing objectively because !!!!!!!!!!!!! It is the most beautiful video ever in life! That is, until the next one and the one after that. Cuz you know, Backstreet has a whole album of songs they're gonna need to promote. Eeep!

Seriously. Seriously. We know from the concerts that their are edgier songs, poppier songs, and yet they came out with the power ballad of love and devotion because clearly, this is about them as a family. (and maybe some GSF as well;)

[spiffymissv.livejournal.com]

omgomgomgomgomgomgomgomg

I think my sister thinks I had a seizure, when really, I think it was a tiny lil joy-gasm. *hehe* I totally loved the sharp cutting between the guys at the beginning... mmm artsy. ;) Yes, Howie + rain = *hits the floor*

I don't feel any sort of guilt for downloading a leaked copy. ^.^ Thanks again, Erilyn!! You are my BSB guru!!

[sperrywink]

There may have been some squeeing, handclasping and sighing. And that was just when I found out it had leaked.

Snort. That is just too cute!!

Speaking as someone who is still clinging to her Howie love and adored all the screen time he got in the video, AJ owns it. He is just captivating.

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

It's a beautiful video, hope you enjoy :)

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

It's simply gorgeous, I like the setting and the look and the lack of special effects. It showcases the Boys and the song well.

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

Howie in the rain! With his little hat! That made me so happy :)

[liza1131.livejournal.com]

Eeeeee! Thank you!

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

I kind of like that it's just a straight forward video that showcases the song and the Boys, rather than something very gimmicky. And it's just beautiful :)

Re: without caps lock this time

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

I now have this video saved in four different formats. I think I have a problem, but I just don't care!

That is such a good point, they picked this song for a reason, and it's because it's all about them! What was it Johnny said at your concert - that the family was together again? So true!

And Howie and Nick? SOINLOVE!

[kamadu.livejournal.com]

oh, I love the lack of gimmick. I was a bit scared of what they would come up with, espcially with who the director was. This is just beautiful and perfect for the song.

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

It's not like we can buy the video, so I feel no guilt about the leaked nature either ;) And you're very welcome!

[trickyjazzer.livejournal.com]

The "hat dance" drives me crazy! Not to mention the shot of his face with the water dripping down. *falls over*

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

Yes, all I could think about was things like Toxic and Everybody *g*.

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

I'm so glad Howie got lots of screentime, especially the harmony singing with Nick, normally they'd just show Nick. But AJ is just memmerising.

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

You're very welcome, it's so gorgeous :)

[mickeym.livejournal.com]

I'm dling the vid, hon. Thank you :)

[sperrywink]

I watched it a couple more times to see if I could find something specific to say. But, nope. AJ is just mesmerizing and it's everything throughout the whole video.

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

You're welcome - hope the prettiness helps your relax :)

[proteinscollide.livejournal.com]

Thank you! I was so annoyed when I realised the original links were for a .rm file, and then I was hoping like mad that someone would convert it and soon! =) Erilyn to the rescue.

[emmuzka.livejournal.com]

Thank you for sharing! I had to do a hour of work to get the right player for it and then even updating my zip opening program for it to work (damn mac!) but it was worth it!

there was lots and lots of pretty emoting. Pity that they didn't show Nick actually torching the car but settled for it burning on the back ground. surprisingly, the strongest effect for me was Brian, who doesn't usually do anything for me. But! Brian! Neck deep in the ocean! *Sigh*

[erilyn.livejournal.com]

Heh, I didn't do the converting, I'm just sharing the goodies :)

I now have it saved in 4 different formats, and I'm not as embarrassed about that as I should be!

I love your icon! There's a movie coming out soon.