Watch: Steven Spielberg directs first ever music video for Marcus Mumford's 'Cannibal'

Ahead of the release of his eagerly anticipated solo album, self-titled, on September 16, Marcus Mumford has shared the video for the LP's opening track, 'Cannibal' – and an accompanying music video that marks film legend Steven Spielberg's music video directorial debut.

Taking to social media yesterday, Mumford took fans behind-the-scenes of the video shoot.

"On Sunday 3rd July in a high school gym in New York, Steven Spielberg directed his first music video, in one shot, on his phone," the singer-songwriter, and founding member of Mumford & Sons, wrote. "Kate Capshaw was the almighty dolly grip.

"I’ve been overwhelmed by the support of the people around me to bring this music to you, and I cannot hope to express all of my gratitude," he continued. "When people get it, it blows my mind. Kate and Steven just got it, and I cannot thank them enough."

In addition to actress Kate Capshaw – who has been married to Spielberg since 1991 – the crew on the shoot also included award-winning actress Carey Mulligan on costume and sound duties. Mulligan and Mumford have been married since 2012.

Kristie Macosko Krieger – a film producer who has worked closely with Spielberg over the years – is credited as the video's producer and behind-the-scenes videographer.

 

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The video isn't Mumford's only star-studded collaboration. His upcoming solo album includes duets with Brandi Carlile, Phoebe Bridgers, Clairo and Monica Martin.

As part of his first solo tour, he's set to play 3Olympia Theatre in Dublin on November 28.

Watch the video for 'Cannibal', directed by Steven Spielberg, below: