The story of the video isn't a linear plot but rather a series of representing internal struggle and societal pressure.
: Features magician Kid Ace , adding a layer of illusion—suggesting that the "dark age" might be a trick of the mind or a constructed reality. ⚡ Cultural Legacy: The "Little Dark Age" Edit
: Represents the confusion and "fog" of anxiety. mgmt_little_dark_age_video
: The track is frequently paired with footage of warriors , Assassins (like Ezio from Assassin's Creed ), or crumbling statues, reinforcing the song’s themes of tragedy and the cyclical nature of history.
The video is packed with occult and Victorian imagery that tells a story of : The story of the video isn't a linear
The music video for MGMT's is a gothic, surrealist fever dream that visualises themes of anxiety , guilt , and the claustrophobia of the digital age . Directed by David MacNutt and Nathaniel Axel, the video serves as a "darker" rebrand for the band, moving away from their neon psychedelic roots into a Victorian-goth aesthetic inspired by 80s synth-pop and horror tropes. 🎭 The Narrative Concept
: The title refers to a period of internal depression or a "dark age" of the soul. The video depicts this as a gothic mansion filled with symbolic threats: : The track is frequently paired with footage
: Characters are seen in corsets, heavy makeup, or literal smoke-filled rooms, mirroring the lyrics' feeling of being "constantly swiping" and unable to find a true connection.
