Flobots, 'Handlebars'

I've been a fan of this video since it came out in 2007 and have decided to share it's glamour. The cell-shaded animation is cool enough by itself, but the way that it follows the lyrics and general content is what makes it a visual buffet.
This three and a half minute story of revolution and exacerbation has a strong message that leaves you thinking about what it really means. The way the animation and song collide together shows how much of an impact the marriage can have if it's done properly.
The character design and imagery - whether brief or not - escalates not only in the actually actions and emotions of the people but also changes the mood of the entire video by colour and tone.