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Charli XCX’s The Moment Opens in Theaters With Divided Reviews

Reviews commend Charli XCX’s screen presence, with opinions divided over the mockumentary’s tone.

Overview

  • A24’s theatrical rollout hits U.S. theaters Feb. 6 following select engagements, with some listings citing Feb. 5 openings.
  • Critics widely praise Charli XCX’s performance even as assessments describe the film’s satire and tone as uneven, with aggregator scores reported in the mixed range.
  • The mockumentary, set after Brat’s breakout success, satirizes pop stardom and industry pressures; Charli says the story reflects real attempts by labels to mold her.
  • Directed by Aidan Zamiri and co-written with Bertie Brandes, the film features Alexander Skarsgård, Hailey Benton Gates, Rosanna Arquette, Jamie Demetriou and Rachel Sennott.
  • Cameos include Kylie Jenner, and some reviewers note parallels to mega-tour documentaries—read by a few as Taylor Swift–coded—though any direct commentary remains unconfirmed.