Leto 's next project was " Hurricane " ( 2010 ) , an experimental short film which explores personal demons and unlocking secret fantasies in what is believed to be a dream . Leto filmed it in New York City and described its concept as a " surrealistic nightmare dream-fantasy . " Upon release , " Hurricane " garnered controversy and was initially censored due to its elements of violence . At the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards , the short film received three nominations in the categories of Best Direction , Best Cinematography and Best Editing
2011 MTV Video Music Awards
2011 MTV Video Music Awards
Jared Leto