The Weeknd and Eddie Alcazar Collaborate on Surreal 'Red Terror' Music Video

The stop-motion short film accompanies The Weeknd's latest single and explores themes of transformation and identity.

The Weeknd's 'Red Terror' music video, directed by Eddie Alcazar, serves as a visual accompaniment to his single from the new album 'Hurry Up Tomorrow.'
The video employs a mix of stop-motion, live action, and VFX, depicting The Weeknd as a child navigating a haunting forest and undergoing a transformation.
Alcazar, known for his intricate stop-motion work, spent three to four months crafting the video, emphasizing its raw emotion and meticulous artistry.
'Red Terror' continues the narrative from The Weeknd's 'Open Hearts' performance on Kimmel Live!, creating a cohesive visual story between the two pieces.
The Weeknd has described 'Hurry Up Tomorrow' as a pivotal album, signaling a potential shift away from his 'The Weeknd' persona as he prepares for his upcoming 2025 tour.