| Deuce | ||||
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| Released | June 11, 2002 [1] | |||
| Recorded | 1994–1999 | |||
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| Length | 150:00 | |||
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| Director | Nathan Cox | |||
| Producer | Nathan Cox | |||
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Deuce is the second video album by American nu metal band Korn. The DVD was released on 11 June 2002, on the same day as the band's fifth studio album, Untouchables . It was certified platinum by the RIAA in July 2002. [2]
Contents
Deuce includes the band's biographical video, Who Then Now? , as well as music videos from albums Korn up to Issues . Other extras include biographies of each band member, gags, behind-the-scenes and live concerts.
Design and Features
Deuce was notable for its groundbreaking interactive menu design, which transformed the DVD into a fully immersive visual experience. The interface was built around a surreal, asylum-themed environment that required viewers to navigate cryptic rooms—such as the Autopsy Room, X-Ray Room, and Switchboard—to unlock hidden content.
Rather than using conventional chapter lists, the menu employed cinematic camera pans, animated transitions, and secret access codes (e.g., “279586” to enter the Biographies room), creating a gamified experience that blurred the line between video album and interactive art installation. [3]
The DVD included hidden content accessible via specific codes:
- Woodstock ’99 – 9876555
- Christmas Song (Live) – 247478627
- Biographies – 279586
These features were not listed in the packaging and had to be discovered by fans through exploration or online walkthroughs.
The production team included consultant Jesse Torres, Dolby Digital 5.1 mastering by Vlado Meller, audio post by Mike Fisher, and mixing by Thom Cadley. The visual direction was led by Nathan “Karma” Cox, with archival footage by Danny “Ham Cam” Hamilton. The interactive and creative film production were Directed by Vello Virkhaus and his team from V Squared Labs. The work was praised for pushing the boundaries of DVD technology and enhancing the psychological aesthetic of Korn’s brand.
“Out of all the music DVDs in the world, none of them are as unique and mind boggling… the DVD is basically a video game in which you travel through different areas of the asylum and find video footage hidden in a random object on the screen." [4]
“A work of art… carefully orchestrated camera movement and disturbing production design are beautiful to watch.” [5]
