Charli XCX Offers Exclusive Glimpse into Kylie Jenner's Mockumentary Performance
In a recent Q&A session at the Alamo Drafthouse’s Brooklyn location, pop star Charli XCX provided an inside look at working with Kylie Jenner on her new satirical film, The Moment. According to reports from People, Charli, aged 33, expressed her enthusiasm for the collaboration, highlighting the seamless and enjoyable nature of the shoot.
Jenner's Effortless Acting Debut in 'The Moment'
Kylie Jenner, 28, makes her acting debut by playing herself in this tour mockumentary, which humorously depicts music executives capitalizing on the viral 'Brat summer' trend ahead of Charli's first arena tour. Charli described the scene with Jenner as "so easy and effortless", praising Jenner's ability to naturally engage with the material. "I think with the Kylie scene, it was so fun," Charli remarked, "because it really was so easy and effortless and she really, like, played with it, did her thing."
The film, directed by Aidan Zamiri, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City and later had a star-studded debut in Beverly Hills. It blends scripted scenes with concert footage, featuring other Hollywood stars such as Alexander Skarsgård and Rachel Sennott. Charli noted that filming bookended with two legends: "The first scene we shot for the film was with Rachel and the last day was with Kylie. So we sort of bookended with two legends, which was pretty cool … two people playing themselves."
Exploring Commercial Success and Public Exhaustion
The Moment delves into Charli's personal and public narratives as she prepares for her headline tour, critically examining how subculture transforms under commercial pressure. In the trailer, Jenner offers advice to Charli, urging her to "go even harder" despite public fatigue, a theme that resonates with the film's satire of record labels pushing for perpetual 'Brat summer' momentum.
Charli's struggles with fame are vividly portrayed, as she questions the cringe-worthy aspects of the trend and the constant demand for innovation. Jenner's cameo adds a layer of celebrity insight, reinforcing the film's commentary on the music industry. Charli recently told Deadline, "Kylie was just phenomenal. She totally got the assignment. She is a really great actress."
Promotion and Release Details
Since her involvement, Kylie Jenner has actively promoted the film, attending its Beverly Hills premiere and sharing updates on her Instagram. In a post last month, she gushed, "the moment!!! can’t wait to see u at the movies xx la and ny tickets on sale now <3", generating buzz among fans.
Currently screening in limited release, The Moment is slated for a nationwide release on February 6. The film, announced last October, combines humor and critique, making it a notable entry in the mockumentary genre and a highlight of Charli XCX's creative portfolio.
