Making the Video 1999

Overview

Making the Video is an MTV television series that documents the production process behind various music videos. The program consists of half-hour episodes that typically feature the director outlining the creative concept for the shoot. Each installment includes behind-the-scenes footage, often highlighting light-hearted and humorous moments captured during the filming sessions. The show follows a consistent structure, always concluding with the official premiere of the completed music video. The series first premiered on July 11, 1999, and remained in production for a decade before entering a hiatus in 2009. MTV2 has aired a similar program titled Makes a Video, which focuses on individual musical acts. This related series has showcased a variety of artists, including 50 Cent, Fall Out Boy, Dashboard Confessional, Evanescence, and Mos Def. By providing an inside look at the technical and creative aspects of music video production, both programs offer viewers insight into the collaborative efforts required to bring these visual projects to completion.