The Final Four Aftermath.

by | Apr 3, 2011 | POLITICS

When VCU lost in the Final Four you knew people would be disappointed. You knew from the partying after they won in the Elite 8 that a loss in the Final Four would bring the same kind of energy. What we didn’t expect was the Richmond Riot Squad and tear gas or from the students, rock throwing and destruction of public property. Things got alittle out of hand last night and RVA might be the only local media to have it on video the way we did. Watch carefully, this isn’t your normal report from the scene like CNN but a strangely quiet narrative of young people making the best of a tough night, watching a mob get out of control and then being caught up in what happens next.

Video from Mondial Creative Labs —-> CLICK HERE TO SEE THE VIDEO

Shot and edited by Nick Wurz and Kevin Bennett.
Music: “Memories” – Clint Mansell

Shot on 5DMkII.
Shot and edited by Nick Wurz and Kevin Bennett.
Music: “Memories” – Clint Mansell

When VCU lost in the Final Four you knew people would be disappointed. You knew from the partying after they won in the Elite 8 that a loss in the Final Four would bring the same kind of energy. What we didn’t expect was the Richmond Riot Squad and tear gas or from the students, rock throwing and destruction of public property. Things got alittle out of hand last night and RVA might be the only local media to have it on video the way we did. Watch carefully, this isn’t your normal report from the scene like CNN but a strangely quiet narrative of young people making the best of a tough night, watching a mob get out of control and then being caught up in what happens next.

Video from Mondial Creative Labs —-> CLICK HERE TO SEE THE VIDEO

Shot and edited by Nick Wurz and Kevin Bennett.
Music: “Memories” – Clint Mansell

Shot on 5DMkII.
Shot and edited by Nick Wurz and Kevin Bennett.
Music: “Memories” – Clint Mansell

R. Anthony Harris

R. Anthony Harris

In 2005, I created RVA Magazine, and I'm still at the helm as its publisher. From day one, it’s been about pushing the “RVA” identity, celebrating the raw creativity and grit of this city. Along the way, we’ve hosted events, published stacks of issues, and, most importantly, connected with a hell of a lot of remarkable people who make this place what it is. Catch me at @majormajor____




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