Now that you’ve seen the larger-than-life video, go behind the scenes for the making of Lady Gaga and Beyoncé’s “Telephone” mini-movie. Director Jonas Ã…kerlund, Beyoncé, Tyrese Gibson, and Semi Precious Weapons provide insight into the nine-and-a-half-minute pop journey.

“I had so much fun and this video is gonna be epic,” said Beyoncé, who plays the tough-talking Honey B. “I’m very, very honored to be a part of it.”