entertainment
February 4, 2026
Goofy! Pouty! Unvampy! With nine films on the go, can Charli xcx act?
She’s the edgy British brat who conquered the world with her hard-partying, electro-banging aesthetic. But can the star now go where Beyoncé and Harry Styles stumbled – and smash the silver screen?
TL;DR
- Charli XCX's new film "The Moment," a mockumentary satire, premiered at the Sundance film festival.
- She also stars in "I Want Your Sex" and has a role in "The Gallerist."
- Her acting career is growing, with roles in "Erupcia," "100 Nights of Hero," and an appearance on the soundtrack for "Wuthering Heights."
- Charli's approach to acting is contrasted with Harry Styles' perceived rushed transition to leading film roles.
- She has taken on supporting roles and cameos, focusing on independent films with distinctive directors.
- Her ability to manipulate her facial expressions is highlighted as a key acting strength.
- Charli's taste in films and her active Letterboxd account demonstrate her cine-literate background.
- Many of her film opportunities seem to stem from her social circle and collaborations.
- Her involvement in Emerald Fennell's "Wuthering Heights" via the soundtrack is seen as a strategic move.
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