Charli XCX Embraces a Twisted Persona of Herself in Mockumentary Preview
The Grammy-winning artist is preparing for a major big screen appearance in 2026, kicking off with the fictional documentary titled The Moment.
In the film, Charli plays what she refers to as a hell version of her public image.
It’s the realest depiction of the entertainment world that I’ve ever encountered, Charli commented.
She clarified in a conversation: It’s far from a live performance documentary, but the idea stemmed from the demand to create one.
An Early Look into The Project
The debut trailer, released on Thursday, mixes real clips from her live performances with fictionalized off-stage interactions.
The film is directed and co-written by the director, who revealed that the plot focuses on a scenario where the singer made entirely different choices throughout the promotion of her smash hit album Brat.
Star-Studded Lineup
- Rachel Sennott
- Alexander Skarsgård
- Kate Berlant
- Kylie Jenner
A Hectic Movie Lineup
The mockumentary is a single one of several future film appearances for the musician, who has starred in three cinematic festival entries recently.
- Personal narrative Erupcja
- Satirical comedy thriller Sacrifice
- Queer fairytale 100 Nights of Hero
She also took on her own role in the Amazon series Overcompensating.
What’s Next
Next year will also see the star alongside Olivia Wilde in sensual story I Want Your Sex, Natalie Portman in gallery suspense The Gallerist, and Barbie Ferreira in scary reboot Faces of Death.
She also signed on to feature in the actress’s first film as director A Tree in Blue.
I’m thoroughly loving my cinematic path, Charli stated. I’m incredibly motivated at the moment in acting, and I only ever aim to pursue roles that stimulate me.
Soundtrack Involvement
February will also see the launch of Emerald Fennell’s interpretation of Wuthering Heights, which will showcase new music from Charli.
She will also provide music for the story Mother Mary, with Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel, scheduled for release in the coming year.
The mockumentary is set to premiere on the 30th of January.
