Welcome to a thrilling exploration of Taylor Swift’s 11th studio album “The Tortured Poets Department.” In the music video for her song “Fortnight,” we see the dramatic reappearance of Ethan Hawke and Josh Charles, most recognized for their roles as “Todd” and “Knox” in “Dead Poets Society.”
The video, both directed and written by Swift herself, depicts Hawke and Charles as scientists experimenting on her character. The two actors, familiar to many from the 1989 film “Dead Poets Society,” directed by Peter Weir and starring Robin Williams, have been given a fresh perspective in this production. They are creatively portrayed as PhDs in “The Tortured Poets Department.”
The alluring lines of “Fortnight” are not the only captivating feature of this video. Post Malone, a key collaborator on this song, has been praised by Swift for his performance and also shares a starring role in the video. This collaboration was met with enthusiastic approval from Swift, who articulated her joy in working with both Malone, Hawke and Charles.
It’s noteworthy that Swift’s music video serves as a metaphorical canvas representing the narratives embossed in her album. The release of the album and the debut of the video occurred in tandem, offering an immersive audio-visual experience.
The transformation of Hawke and Charles from students to scholars in this music video, coupled with the narrative tactic applied by Swift, adds a layer of intrigue to the song “Fortnight.” This is another testament to Swift’s creative prowess, further enhanced by the artistic performances by Malone, Hawke and Charles.