Sabrina Carpenter is back with another music video that has everyone talking, and this time she’s joined by Jenna Ortega, known for her roles in „Wednesday“ and „Beetlejuice.“ The video is filled with horror, camp, and cult classic movie references that are sure to delight fans of the genre. Let’s take a closer look at some of the key references in the video.
1. „Death Becomes Her“: The video pays homage to the 1992 dark comedy starring Goldie Hawn and Meryl Streep. The concept of two immortal women fighting over a man is central to both the movie and the music video. The iconic costuming and the shotgun sequence are clear nods to „Death Becomes Her.“
2. „Ginger Snaps“: Carpenter’s fall onto a white picket fence and her gesture towards Ortega is a reference to the 2000 werewolf movie „Ginger Snaps.“ This subtle nod adds depth to the video’s references.
3. „Kill Bill“: Ortega channels Elle Driver from Quentin Tarantino’s „Kill Bill Vol. 1“ with her red-cross eye patch. The defibrillator kill scene may also reference „Scream 4,“ given Ortega’s involvement in the franchise.
4. „The Addams Family Values“: Joan Cusack’s character, Debbie Jelinsky, from „The Addams Family“ gets a mention in the video. Ortega’s portrayal of Wednesday Addams in the Netflix series adds another layer to this reference.
5. „Psycho“: Alfred Hitchcock’s classic horror film „Psycho“ is honored with a reinvented shower scene in the music video. This nod to cinematic history adds a touch of nostalgia to the video.
6. „The Texas Chainsaw Massacre“: The use of lighting in the bloody chainsaw murder scene pays homage to Tobe Hooper’s 1974 horror classic. The oppressive summer sun and lens flares are signature elements of the film.
7. „Halloween Ends“: Rohan Campbell, known for his role in „Halloween Ends,“ makes a cameo as the boyfriend in the music video. This cheeky casting choice adds a fun twist for fans of the slasher genre.
Bonus: „Please, Please, Please“: A nod to Carpenter’s previous music videos is included in the form of a teddy bear wearing kiss-marked duct tape, reminiscent of a scene in the „Please, Please, Please“ video. This easter egg is sure to delight fans of Carpenter’s music.
In conclusion, Sabrina Carpenter’s latest music video is a treasure trove of references to horror, camp, and cult classic movies. The attention to detail and the clever nods to iconic films make this video a must-watch for fans of the genre. Carpenter and Ortega’s performances, combined with the creative direction of the video, make it a standout piece of visual storytelling in the world of music videos.
