Imagine the cinematic precision of a Wes Anderson film colliding with the hypnotic energy of contemporary street dance. This striking aesthetic is masterfully realized in a mesmerizing 2022 video set to the art-pop track “Eye in the Wall” by American artist Perfume Genius. Shot in Eindhoven, Netherlands, the short film is a collaborative masterpiece spearheaded by channel owner and director Sergio Reis alongside co-director Jowha van de Laak and co-choreographer Mauro van de Kerkhof. Together, they transformed a simple dance routine into an improved, visually stunning piece of performance art.
The visual features a synchronized cast of 24 exceptionally talented dancers from the Dutch powerhouse collective CDK Company. Their movement vocabulary is breathtakingly unique, blending contemporary modern dance with intricate tutting, rapid ripple effects, and sharp, unexpected jolts. The performance has drawn admiration online, even being featured on the pop-culture blog The Awesomer, which called CDK’s Gotye piece a fantastic modern dance set and described their Perfume Genius performance as similarly captivating. The resulting visual spell is something that truly must be experienced to be fully understood.
Beyond the stunning choreography, the production elements improve the video to cinematic heights. Cinematographer DNZL and Assistant Director Ivy Schoumacher crafted a visually arresting experience that landed deeply with audiences. One viewer noted, “Choreographers always make the best directors it’s crazy. Phenomenal job to everyone involved.” Fans also adored the deliberate costume choices, with one highlighting the “eclectic wardrobe styling” and “everyday outfit looks that aren’t cohesive like your typical dance company!” The fan loved how the styling “brings the act character to each dancer!”
The mastermind behind much of this aesthetic is Sergio Reis, an elite choreographer renowned for his commercial work with Calvin Klein and Gap, as well as choreographing Troye Sivan’s hit “Rush”. His theatrical staging drew high praise, with one fan remarking, “Wow. This resembles something like a modern day Bob Fosse production. Stunning, spooky, eccentric, motivating, and … I need more.” This expertise translates smoothly into CDK Company’s broader legacy. Their legendary viral dance visual for Gotye’s “Somebody That I Used to Know” is a perfect example of their massive success. If you loved the hypnotic synchronization in this performance, you will definitely want to check out the dance company’s most famous viral sensation.
Despite boasting over 1.9 million views and nearly 40,000 likes since its creation in February 2022, many fans, including those in The Music Man community, feel the Perfume Genius piece deserves an even larger audience. Viewers are continually stunned by the high-caliber production and intricate staging, frequently expressing a desire for the Dutch dance group to gain more widespread recognition. Summing up the collective amazement of the comment section, one enthusiastic viewer asked, “How in the world is this not viral?! This is insane. I really love this!”
It is this undeniable blend of artistic vision and raw talent that makes the collective so deeply influential. By successfully intertwining high-fashion aesthetics, cinematic storytelling, and elite choreography, CDK Company is actively reshaping the scene of commercial modern dance. Across their breathtaking interpretations of Billie Eilish and iconic anthems by Queen, this Dutch ensemble continues to prove that dance videos can transcend social media trends, cementing themselves as legitimate, museum-worthy works of contemporary art.