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: Elements from the documentary are projected onto Smith as he performs, visually "bleeding" into his personal space to symbolize the connection between the song and the real-world events that inspired it. Lyrical & Musical Themes

While many of Bastille's tracks utilize heavy electronics, "Hope For The Future" is noted for its more intimate, organic sound.

The song originated from Bastille frontman reaction to viewing From Devil's Breath , a film produced by Leonardo DiCaprio and directed by Orlando von Einsiedel . bastille_hope_for_the_future

The official music video, also directed by von Einsiedel, was filmed at Dan Smith's home in London.

: Fans and critics have described the song as "hauntingly beautiful," providing a space for reflection on both personal and global grief. Availability & Performances : Elements from the documentary are projected onto

: Smith aimed to strike a balance between the "poignant elements" of the survivors' stories and the "hope that the film ultimately gestures towards". Music Video & Visuals

: The film follows the survivors of the catastrophic 2017 forest fires in Portugal and their subsequent journey to rebuild their lives and advocate for climate action. The official music video, also directed by von

"Hope For The Future" is an intimate, cinematic song by the British indie-pop band , written specifically for the climate emergency documentary From Devil's Breath . Released as part of the expanded album Give Me The Future + Dreams Of The Past in August 2022, the track serves as the documentary’s end-credits theme and explores themes of trauma, loss, and the resilience of communities in the face of disaster. Project Background & Origin