Between Cinematic Realism and Virtual Chaos: Duo Marcin Feltynowski & Adrian Idzikowski on Their Explosive Debut Video for Budda
For writer-director duo Marcin Feltynowski and Adrian Idzikowski, their debut music video was never meant to be “just another rap visual.” It’s a full-blown cinematic experience — a high-octane collision of realism and digital fantasy, inspired by first-person shooters and the immersive chaos of GTA.
Their collaboration with Polish rapper and automotive YouTuber Budda turns the familiar tropes of hip-hop visuals upside down, questioning where performance ends and reality begins. The result: a wildly entertaining, self-aware satire on flex culture, authenticity, and the modern music video itself.
We catched up with Marcin and Adrian to talk about the making of their debut project — a film that literally blurs the line between a music video and a video game.
On the Message Behind the Madness
Is there a message that you don’t want the viewer to miss?
“The ending is crucial — it reveals that the entire video was actually a video game played by the artist.”
“Our inspiration came from first-person shooter games and the world of GTA. It’s a blend of cinematic realism and virtual chaos, reflecting how easily entertainment and reality can merge today.”
“At the same time, the video serves as a satire on the exaggerated “gangster” aesthetics and the constant flex culture dominating the rap scene — showing how far the image-driven world of hip-hop can drift from authenticity when everything becomes a performance.”
Building a Debut Like a Blockbuster
How many people worked on the video? Who played a key role in making it happen?
“Basically, we make videos as a duo — this was our debut project.”
“On set, we worked with a full team, including 17 actors, a professional pyrotechnics crew, and a military consultant/tactical advisor from special forces who helped actors with weapon handling and combat choreography.”
The main character is played by the artist himself, Budda — who’s not only a rapper but also one of the biggest automotive YouTubers in Poland. (Full credits below.)
One Night, 30,000 Steps, and a Lot of Adrenaline
Marcin and Adrian shared that the preparations for shooting took three weeks — including scriptwriting, set design, and casting.
“We shot the video in one night (after many rehearsals) — starting at 4 PM and wrapping at 3 AM, exactly as planned.”
Fun fact: the director walked 23 km on set (30,647 steps).
Chaos, Explosions, and a Helmet Cam
When asked about the biggest challenges of the shoot, the duo doesn’t esitate — there were many. From technical risks to pure adrenaline moments, the set was a mix of high-stakes realism and video-game-level chaos:
• The main character was also a camera operator. He wore a carbon helmet with a RED camera mounted on it — heavy and limiting his mobility.
• During the police chase, the driver lost control and almost crashed into a BMW M3 worth $150k. Luckily, no one was hurt — only a bumper was damaged.
• We had just one take with real pyrotechnics for the main explosion.
• When the 6×6 Apocalypse vehicle burst through the big doors, the glass panels above started falling — again, no one was hurt!
“Another major challenge was achieving the right ‘video game look’ without going too far into distortion. We wanted the dynamic, immersive feel of FPS games, but still grounded in cinematic realism. Initially, we tested our trusted Laowa 12mm, but on an S35 sensor it didn’t deliver the perspective we envisioned. Then, almost by accident, I found in my arsenal the Laowa 7.5mm Zero-D RF, which we hadn’t planned to use — and it turned out to be a perfect choice. It gave us that ideal balance between reality and the aesthetics of a video game — right on the edge of both worlds.”
Each of these challenges reads like a production thriller in itself — but behind the chaos, there’s precision. Every risk, from pyrotechnics to lens choice, was calculated to achieve that unique “on the edge” look: where cinema meets simulation.
Directors Favorite Moments
What part of the video is your favorite?
Marcin: The car chase looks amazing, but my favorite part is the interaction with the gang. They work so well together on screen that I’d love to shoot a whole TV series about their “adventures.”
Adrian: My favorite moment is when the Apocalypse 6×6 crashes through the massive doors at full speed. Those doors were almost bulletproof and after multiple takes they were completely destroyed — but the shot was worth every second. It’s the perfect combination of chaos, tension, and cinematic energy that defines the entire video.
Wish to connect with the duo?
Can people expect to meet you and network with you at our festival?
Yes, absolutely! We’ll be at the festival and can’t wait to connect with other creators, exchange experiences, and see how the audience reacts to our work.
Marcin Feltynowski and Adrian Idzikowski
For Feltynowski and Idzikowski, this debut isn’t just a technical flex — it’s a statement. A reminder that even in the fast-paced world of music videos, there’s room for story, craft, and satire. Their project with Budda blurs reality and fiction with style, humor, and just the right amount of chaos — and it’s only the beginning for the duo.
Check the video below.
CREDITS
MUSIC:
Artist: Budda (Kamil Labudda) — @budda.7
Music Producer: Leeo (Adrian Woronowicz) — @leeo.wav
VIDEO:
Director: Marcin Feltynowski — @z4giniony
Script: Adrian Idzikowski — @a_idzikowski, Marcin Feltynowski
Production House: Pactio.
Producer: Adrian Idzikowski
Co-producer: Marcin Feltynowski
Gaffers: Maciej Bartnik, Michał Kruk
Best Boys: Jan Makowiecki, Bogumił Przeździecki
Set Designers: Adrian Idzikowski, Marcin Feltynowski
Set Coordinator: Aleksandra Galińska @a_galinska
Costume Designer: Olczak Zawadzka @olczakmua
Make-up Artist: Olczak Zawadzka
Photographer: Dominika Jeziorska — @dominikajeziorska
Casting Director: Julia Anna Kamińska (Let’s Cast)
Tactical/Military Advisor: Marcin Sikora
Pyrotechnics & Special Effects:
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Piotr Krzyczmonik (SFX Coordinator)
Piotr “Chopen” Nowacki
Daniel Ramczykowski
Sebastian Rymarczyk
Post Production:
Edit: Adrian Idzikowski
Color Grading: Adrian Idzikowski
Sound FX: Adrian Woronowicz
Intro: Piotr Witkowski & Rafał “RX” Sielawa
VFX: PLATIGE IMAGE @platigeimage
Producer: Justyna Supernak
Head of CG: Arkadiusz Leszko
VFX Supervisors: Paweł Bielawny, Damian Misiura
Compositing: Mateusz Klamrowski, Paweł Wesołowski
