Up in Dreams — H.LLS

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Up in Dreams is a music video that abstractly explores the ever-shifting boundaries of dreams, reality and battling self.

The music video opens with a striking image: Juliana, our protagonist, bathed in radiant gold and seated in a black void. These initial moments shifting between vivid gold and blue tones, are steeped in a dreamlike atmosphere— a visual limbo where she seems to be searching both inward and outward, as if caught between worlds.When the lyrics begin and Juliana is seen riding in the back of a pickup truck, there’s a subtle tonal shift — suddenly, we appear to have landed in something resembling reality. And yet, this ‘reality’ remains ambiguous and dream-tinged. It’s a version of reality where she’s on a journey, searching for something — a “something” that is never named, never explained, but felt throughout the piece.As the visual unfolds, the line between dreams and reality becomes increasingly blurred. This merging of worlds reflects an internal struggle — a battle between different versions of the self, shaped by both inner desire and external expectation.Up In Dreams invites viewers into a psychological landscape where symbolism speaks louder than narrative. Through abstract imagery and atmospheric direction, the video explores the delicate balance between the subconscious and conscious mind — crafting a poetic meditation on identity, perception, and dreaming.

CREDITS

Director/Producer: Farah Idrees @idr_farah

Starring: Juliana Nalú @juliananalu

Cinematographer: Brandon Hoeg @h.eg

1st AC: Alan Dembek @alandembek

1st AD: @liyacht

Gaffer: Gabe Sandoval, Hagpop Studios @gabesandoval_ @hagopstudios

Editor: Cordell Johmha @cordelljomha

Color: Sam Howells @shmowells

Co-Editor: Farah Idrees @idr_farah

Styling (bra piece): @jeblancisalive

Styling (striped scarf): @makenaurgf

Cast: Felix @felixvanburen

Production Support: Ernsly Francisque and Amin Khartoum @officialerns @amin_kartoum

Titles: Khaleel @bykhaleell

Production Co: Farahsha @farahsha.exp