Carey personally chose the filming location and conceptualized the carefree, summer-themed vibe.
Carey rollerblading through the park, riding the "Dragon Coaster," and dancing on top of cars during a nighttime party. Production and Creative Control Mariah Carey - Fantasy (Official 4K Video)
A separate version featuring Ol' Dirty Bastard (O.D.B.) includes additional scenes of the rapper as a clown and sequences on the park's boardwalk. Cultural Impact and Legacy Cultural Impact and Legacy The original "Fantasy" music
The original "Fantasy" music video premiered on September 7, 1995, at the MTV Video Music Awards. As part of her anniversary campaign, the video was first remastered in HD on August 21, 2020, and subsequently upgraded to 4K resolution on August 21, 2021. Director: Mariah Carey (Directorial debut). Filming Location: Playland Amusement Park in Rye, New York. Remaster Date: August 21, 2021 (4K). Filming Location: Playland Amusement Park in Rye, New York
The for Mariah Carey's "Fantasy" is a remastered version of her iconic 1995 music video, re-released in ultra-high definition to celebrate her 30-year career. The video is historically significant as it marked Carey’s directorial debut and showcased a pivotal shift in her artistic image. Video Overview and 4K Release