Muse - Time Is Running Out (video) May 2026

: The central set is a direct homage to the iconic War Room from Stanley Kubrick's 1964 film Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb .

: As the song progresses, the military officials' synchronized movements become increasingly erratic until they are dancing on the table and eventually crawling on the floor, symbolizing a total loss of control and collective insanity.

: To ensure the dancers could maintain their complex synchronization, Muse had to perform the song at double speed during filming, which was later slowed down to match the actual track. Muse - Time Is Running Out (video)

: The band performs on a large round table while the officials sit around them, initially oblivious. This placement highlights a reversal of power; while the "leaders" are stagnant, the music and the band occupy the space of active influence. Cinematic and Political Symbolism

: The band is dressed entirely in black, fitting the alternative rock genre and contrasting with the varied, official attire of the dancers. The use of black instruments further emphasizes this sleek, dark aesthetic. Technical Execution : The central set is a direct homage

The production involved specific technical challenges to achieve its unique look:

Directed by , the video depicts a secret government or military council meeting behind closed doors. Instead of managing global affairs, these officials are shown playing rhythmic games and performing synchronized, almost ritualistic movements. : To ensure the dancers could maintain their

Watch the official music video to see the 'Dr. Strangelove' inspired visuals and the descent into institutional madness: Muse - Time Is Running Out (Official Music Video) Warner Records Vault YouTube• Oct 26, 2009