Director duo Greg&Jacob wanted to explore the idea of someone reaching for sense of identity in a world they can’t quite relate to. The lyrics “Are you cut in two, cut all the way through” gave birth to the concept of Joe as a character, and his unconventional relationship with both Jenna and himself.
The actors really were vital in making the concept come to life. With eye contact and subtle body language, Harry and Natalie needed to silently imply an existing relationship. “They both did an amazing job. Harry’s got this intensity in his face that just draws you in; and Natalie has these big beautiful eyes that are sultry, but at the same time soft and vulnerable,” say Greg&Jacob.