Watch David Fincher’s Music Video For Justin Timberlake’s ‘Suit & Tie’
David Fincherhasn’t quite settled on his next film yet, but in the meantime he’s keeping busy with other types of projects. He directed the first two episodes of Netflix’s original seriesHouse of Cards, and produced theHalo 4commercialwe saw last fall. His latest non-cinematic effort is the music video for"Suit & Tie,“the latest pop single by hisThe Social NetworkstarJustin Timberlake. Watch it after the jump.
“Suit & Tie” is really more style than substance, but that’s just fine considering the context. The video focuses mostly on Timberlake looking suave as hell in all manner of situations: while performing onstage, while recording in the studio, while frowning at a chess board, and while chilling at home withJay-Z, as one does. In between, there are clips of a sexy lady cavorting in lingerie and lots of backup dancers in — wait for it — suits and ties.*
None of these elements are terribly unusual for a music video, but it all works thanks to Timberlake’s swagger and Fincher’s crisp style. Must be nice for Timberlake to put on his cool-guy persona for Fincher, after getting frumpy and douchey inThe Social Network.
Timberlake’s new albumThe 20/20 Experience— his first in seven years — dropsMarch 15. In addition, he stars in the upcoming filmsInside Llewyn DavisandRunner, Runner, both expected to hit sometime this year. Fincher is still weighing a few options for his next gig, including the Gillian Flynn adaptationGone Girl.
- That wasn’t originally intended as aHow I Met Your Motherreference, but I’m running with it.
