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Taylor Swift Releases ‘The Fate of Ophelia’ Video Following Theatrical Launch

Swift directed an Ophelia‑inspired visual that reunites her Eras Tour team, embedding layered nods to fiancé Travis Kelce.

Overview

  • Swift’s video arrived on YouTube Oct. 5 after premiering Oct. 3 in cinemas as part of the 89–90 minute Official Release Party of a Showgirl event.
  • Press reports credit Rodrigo Prieto as cinematographer and Mandy Moore as choreographer, with Swift serving as writer and director.
  • She reunited Eras Tour performers, including familiar dancers from the live show, to stage the production as seamless one‑take set pieces.
  • The visual spans eras of showgirl style with elaborate sets and multiple costume changes while weaving in Shakespearean motifs inspired by Ophelia and classic paintings.
  • Viewers are decoding Easter eggs tied to Kelce and Swift’s life, including a football catch and the number 87, alongside personal touches like sourdough references.