Charli XCX Joins Martin Scorsese's 'What Happens at Night'
Pop star Charli XCX lands a cameo in Martin Scorsese's Gothic drama What Happens at Night alongside Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence.
Pop sensation Charli XCX is expanding her horizons beyond the music charts, landing a cameo in the upcoming film What Happens at Night, directed by the legendary Oscar-winner Martin Scorsese. The singer will share the screen with an A-list ensemble including Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence, according to a report by Variety.
A Gothic Psychological Thriller
Produced by Apple and StudioCanal, What Happens at Night is described as a Gothic psychological drama. The plot centers on an American married couple who journey to a secluded European town with the intention of adopting a baby. However, as they face hurdles in claiming their child, the couple begins to realize they know far less about themselves than they previously thought.
While the specific details of Charli XCX's role are currently being kept under wraps, she joins a powerhouse cast that also features Mads Mikkelsen, Patricia Clarkson, and Jared Harris.
From 'Brat' to the Big Screen
This role marks a continuation of Charli XCX's growing interest in cinema. Over the last two years, the singer has appeared in seven different films. Among these is The Moment, a mockumentary directed by Aidan Zamiri, which served as a satirical take on the massive commercial success of her hit project, Brat.
Her passion for the arts is even evident in her latest album, Music, Fashion, Film. The cover of the record features John Cale, Marc Jacobs, and Martin Scorsese himself, representing the three art forms that inspired the work.
Scorsese's Next Big Venture
For Martin Scorsese, What Happens at Night serves as the follow-up to his 2023 epic Killers of the Flower Moon. That film, which also starred Leonardo DiCaprio, was a critical darling and earned 10 Oscar nominations, including a nod for Best Picture.
As for the singer, Charli XCX is currently finishing the U.S. leg of her tour, with a final performance scheduled for Las Vegas. She is expected to head to Europe in February. A formal release date for the movie has not yet been announced.