MUSE Gold

2025

Somewhere only we know

Entrant

Howard Lee

Category

Student Submission - Student Animation

Client's Name

翠晞琳 Heilam

Country / Region

Hong Kong SAR

About The Entry

Somewhere Only We Know" breaks new ground in animated storytelling through its innovative fusion of traditional and digital techniques. Created for singer Heilam, this groundbreaking music video transforms personal narratives of separation and reunion into a universally resonant emotional journey, utilizing pioneering animation methods that seamlessly blend hand-drawn artistry with contemporary digital tools.
The narrative unfolds through five meticulously crafted segments, each employing unique technical innovations in hand-drawn animation. From the opening sequence featuring a solitary figure rendered in experimental crayon techniques, through to digitally enhanced symbolic elements - floating stars, luminous balloons, and rain-streaked cityscapes - the story culminates in a technically ambitious constellation of shared memories and origami cranes. This distinctive visual approach combines traditional art methods with cutting-edge animation technology, creating multiple layers of emotion that connect with viewers on both visual and psychological levels.
This pioneering work redefines the boundaries of animated storytelling, capturing the universal experience of reunion through innovative visual metaphors and technical excellence. The seamless integration of traditional animation techniques with contemporary digital tools creates an immersive experience that transforms intimate memories into shared emotional touchstones. The project showcases how technological innovation in animation can illuminate the enduring nature of human connections, achieving both artistic distinction and emotional impact through its groundbreaking approach to visual storytelling.

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Credits

Director / Animation
Howard Lee
Artist
Heilam
Songwriter
hazelwcc
Lyricist
幻日
Arranger
Ah Choi
Backing Vocal Arranger
Heilam
Producer
hazelwcc / Heilam
Recording Studio
Espresso Studio
Recording Engineer
Hin Lo
Vocal Editor
Heilam
Mixing Engineer
沐月
Mastering Engineer
沐月
Illustrator
兔兔紙
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