The long-awaitedreturn of Adeledid not disappoint.
But technology isnt the only reason fans have fallen in love with the video.
Directed by Xavier Dolan, the video starsThe Wirestar Tristan Mack Wilds as Adeles ex.
So how did he get involved?
And what was he saying in the video?
ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: Howd you get involved?
I read about Xavier Dolanreaching out to you on Skype.
I told him, If you want me, you got me.
Im completely 100 percent in it.
Had you heard the song at that point?
At that point, no I hadnt.
Was that the first time youd met Adele?
Yes, it was the first time Id met Adele.
What was is like to work with her?
It felt like all of us were friends, we were all just on set having fun.
Did she give you any background into your character?
Im curious what that conversation was like.
So you didnt have any specific dialogue or anything?
No nothing specific, which I think was amazing.
For a while we kind of just sat in a room and talked and he just recorded it.
It was amazing to watch.
And this shoot was super secretive, right?
Were you able to tell anyone?
Xavier talked about Adele not considering herself to be an actress.
Did you give her any tips?
Not necessarily any tips or anything.
I think as much as she says shes not a good actress or anything, she killed it.
Her emotion was on point.
Xavier made sure that both of us were at A game at all times, so she was amazing.
She didnt need any tips.
How long was that shoot?
We shot for maybe four to five days.
How did she feel about her comeback?
Did she seem excited, nervous?
I think she was definitely excited.
Nervous as anybody would be, but excited.
Artists like Adele or anyone, music to them, its kind of like their child.
Its their baby, so I think she was ready to let the world hear it.
Have you heard from her since the video came out?
I havent yet, but her team has been in contact with my team and everybody iswaytoo excited.
The response has been immense, its been crazy, so its the greatest feeling ever.
It just feels good.
It was just fun.
It was legit us there just having a great time.
Did she play you any additional music from her album?
I dont think Im allowed to tell.
Can you say what your impression was?
Do you think fans will be satisfied?
Oh absolutely, Ill say that.
I think Adele always aims to like.
Anyone, if you have a heart, is going to love this album.
Adeles25is due out Nov. 20.
