The video shows a close-up of a metal lathe machine in operation. The machine has a large metal wheel that is spinning at a high speed. A metal rod is attached to the wheel and is being shaped by a cutting tool that is moving along its length. The cutting tool is shaving off small pieces of metal from the rod, creating a smooth and even surface. The machine is set up in a workshop, with various tools and equipment visible in the background. The lighting in the workshop is bright, illuminating the metal shavings that are being produced by the cutting tool. The sound of the machine can be heard in the background, indicating that the lathe is in motion.