: Haussman utilized Barcelona's "modern, strange architecture" to create an international, retro-meets-new vibe. Notable locations include a cable car overlooking the city and a luxurious hotel in Plaça de Catalunya.
: The video marked the "acting debut" for producer Timbaland , who appears alongside Timberlake throughout the visuals. Critical and Cultural Impact Justin Timberlake Feat. Timbaland: Sexyback - IMDb Justin Timberlake - SexyBack (Official Video) ft. Timbaland
: The video features a high-stakes plot starring Timberlake and Spanish actress Elena Anaya as rival spies who become romantically entangled. Critical and Cultural Impact Justin Timberlake Feat
The music video for by Justin Timberlake featuring Timbaland is a sleek, spy-themed visual that redefined Timberlake's solo career in 2006. Directed by Michael Haussman , who Timberlake chose specifically for his work on Madonna’s "Take a Bow" , the video was filmed in the striking urban landscapes of Barcelona, Spain . Visual Style and Cinematic Concept Directed by Michael Haussman , who Timberlake chose
: The track itself is a fusion of R&B and trance, characterized by a heavy four-on-the-floor house rhythm and Timberlake's muffled, distorted vocals . Timberlake has described the sound as " David Bowie and David Byrne covering James Brown ".