Overview
- The mockumentary stars Charli XCX as a heightened version of herself and opens in U.S. theaters on Feb. 6.
- Directed by Aidan Zamiri and co-written with Bertie Brandes, the film blurs fact and fiction to lampoon industry pressures on pop stars.
- Critics are divided overall, with a 64% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, but many single out Charli XCX’s screen presence and comic timing.
- Charli XCX has said some heightened moments draw on real experiences, underscoring the movie’s satirical take on her ‘Brat’ era.
- The ensemble includes Alexander Skarsgård, Hailey Benton Gates, Jamie Demetriou, Rosanna Arquette and Rachel Sennott, with a Kylie Jenner cameo.