Old town road

• Who is the artist of "Old Town Road"?

  Lil Nas X
• What is the focus of the video guide to "Old Town Road"?

  Media language and representation
• How does the wipe edit in the video feel?

  It feels cinematic and old-fashioned
• What genre signifiers are present in the video?

  Particularly the Western genre
• What color palette is used in the video?

  Yellow and sepia
• What does the dollar symbol on the bag signify?

  It suggests a robbery or money bag
• How are characters introduced in the video?

  With freeze frames and names on screen
• What sound effect accompanies character introductions?

  A whip sound effect
• What is unconventional about the characters in the video?

  All characters are black
• What does the presence of black sheriffs represent?

  Powerful representations in a Western context
• How does the video engage modern audiences?

  Through inclusive representations
• Who is Chris Rock in relation to the video?

  A recognizable celebrity voice
• What role does the young white girl play in the video?

  She represents a damsel in distress
• Who is introduced after the young girl?

  Billy Ray Cyrus
• What genre does Billy Ray Cyrus represent?

  Country and Western music
• What does the collaboration between Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus signify?

  It broadens the fan base
• What comedic element is present when Billy Ray Cyrus speaks?

  It contrasts with the impending danger
• What does the phrase "everything's going to be all right" imply?

  It adds irony to the situation
• What does the whip pan shot signify?

  A transition that adds chaos and danger
• What effect do trombone shots have in the video?

  They create disorientation and shock
• How does the modern boy contrast with Lil Nas X?

  He represents a binary opposite in visuals
• What does the boy calling for his mama suggest?

  Modern context of maternal protection
• How does the video portray Lil Nas X's journey through the town?

  As uncomfortable and othered
• What does Stuart Hall's Theory suggest about Lil Nas X's representation?

  He feels exotic and different
• What is conventional for music videos regarding the artist's performance?

  Singing directly to the camera
• How does the audience react to Lil Nas X's performance?

  They are shocked and take photos
• What does the binary opposition between Lil Nas X and the girl dancing highlight?

  Differences and similarities between them
• What comedic element is present in the race between Lil Nas X and the man in the car?

  It adds humor to the competition
• What is unconventional about the narrative break in the music video?

  It includes dialogue between characters
• What does the costume change signify for Lil Nas X?

  His success and power in a modern context
• What does the tracking shot of the shop front reflect?

  Consumerism and capitalist culture
• What is the significance of the bingo hall scene?

  It contrasts with the young black man
• How does the audience react during the performance in the bingo hall?

  They embrace and enjoy the performance
• Who plays the deputy in the video?

  Haha Davis
• Who is the DJ in the bingo hall scene?

  Diplo
• Who plays the car racer in the video?

  Vince Staples
• Who is the bingo caller in the video?

  Rico Nasty
• Who plays the mechanic in the video?

  Young K
• How are men represented in the video?

  As powerful and playful characters
• How are women represented in the video?

  As background characters or victims