Kendrick Lamar Drops ‘We Cry Together’ Short Film - Vulture

: Unlike typical music videos where artists lip-sync to a pre-recorded track, the vocals for this film were recorded live-in-camera during the shoot in March 2020.

is a cinematic short film and music video directed by Jake Schreier , Dave Free , and Kendrick Lamar . Originally released on September 1, 2022 , the visual accompanies the standout track from Lamar's critically acclaimed album, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers . Production & Creative Context

: Kendrick Lamar plays the role of Dante, and actress Taylour Paige (known for Zola ) portrays his partner. Their performance captures an intense, toxic domestic argument that traverses themes of infidelity, social commentary, and emotional abuse. Content Summary

: The video is presented as a roughly six-minute short film . It was shot in a single, continuous take on a soundstage set designed to look like a domestic apartment.