Cathy Yan Praises Charli xcx: A 'Cinephile Through And Through' Beyond Music
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Cathy Yan Praises Charli xcx: A 'Cinephile Through And Through' Beyond Music
- •Filmmaker Cathy Yan lauded pop star Charli xcx's deep understanding of cinema, calling her a "cinephile through and through" after working together on the film The Gallerist.
- •Yan's remarks were made at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, where The Gallerist premiered on January 24.
- •Charli xcx's role in The Gallerist, a dark satire set in the art world, aligned with her past art school background and interests.
- •The Gallerist marks Charli xcx's second project at Sundance, following The Moment, a mockumentary inspired by her Brat Tour, which screened a day earlier.
- •Charli xcx reflected on playing a version of herself in The Moment, acknowledging her own 'volatile' artistic personality.
Why It Matters: Cathy Yan highlights Charli xcx's profound cinematic knowledge and acting talent, expanding her artistic reach.
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