Ren has released an intimate new behind-the-scenes short film exploring the making of his striking music video ‘Vincent’s Tale – Starry Night’.
Titled ‘Prisoners Round’, the two-part documentary offers a raw, fly-on-the-wall look at the creation of the visual, capturing both the ambition and the very real challenges Ren faced while bringing the project to life. Part one is available to watch now, with the second instalment set to arrive on 22 March via Patreon.
The film dives deep into Ren’s creative process, highlighting the collaboration, planning and emotional weight behind the high-concept video. It also shines a light on the reality of balancing a demanding creative career while living with chronic illness.
In fact, the project nearly cost him his sight.
Speaking about the experience, Ren revealed that during the first attempt to film the piece he temporarily lost vision in one eye during an autoimmune attack, which led to hospitalisation and complications linked to brain inflammation. Production had to be paused for months before the project could even be attempted again.
Despite the setbacks, Ren remained determined to complete the work.
“For me this was more than just making a song,” he explained. “There were several very difficult setbacks while trying to bring it together, but I felt strongly about finishing it because it represents something I’ve been feeling for years.”
The artist also described the song as a reflection on division in modern society, while expressing hope that people can still work together to build something better.
Ren has built a reputation for ambitious storytelling through music and visuals, blending cinematic concepts with deeply personal themes. His ‘Vincent’s Tale’ series continues that approach, expanding the narrative world he has been developing as an artist, producer and director.
Fans will also be able to catch him live this summer, with festival appearances lined up including All Points East in London on 30 August and Boardmasters Festival on 8 August.
Ren is currently working on his third full-length album, which will arrive later this year alongside new visuals as he continues to expand his immersive creative universe.
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