: The video begins with slow, deliberate shots and transitions into a faster montage as the "time is running out" theme reaches its climax.
Watch the official music video to see the 'Dr. Strangelove' inspired visuals and the descent into institutional madness: Muse - Time Is Running Out (Official Music Video) Warner Records Vault YouTube• Oct 26, 2009
: The band is dressed entirely in black, fitting the alternative rock genre and contrasting with the varied, official attire of the dancers. The use of black instruments further emphasizes this sleek, dark aesthetic. Technical Execution
: To ensure the dancers could maintain their complex synchronization, Muse had to perform the song at double speed during filming, which was later slowed down to match the actual track.