Taylor Swift dominated the VMAs, but do music videos still matter?

BBC Arts Tuesday 29 September 2026, 11:38 UTC 1 min read

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Cinematographer Melissa Cofie says their purpose has evolved with the growth of platforms like TikTok.

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