Charli XCX: Alone Together
Charli XCX: Alone Together

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Charli XCX: Alone Together

2022
Movie
67 min
English

Discover the process behind Charli XCX’s 2020 quarantine album "how i'm feeling now", created in 40 days during the COVID-19 pandemic, including its semi-collaborative nature with her community of online fans.

Insights

IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic77/100
Director: Kaitlyn Aurelia SmithGenres: Documentary, Music

Plot Summary

This documentary offers an intimate look into the creation of Charli XCX's critically acclaimed album 'how i'm feeling now,' recorded entirely during the COVID-19 pandemic. It chronicles the challenges and creative breakthroughs as Charli collaborated with fans and her boyfriend, Huck Kwong, from isolation. The film captures the raw, unfiltered process of making music under unprecedented circumstances, showcasing vulnerability and artistic resilience.

Critical Reception

Charli XCX: Alone Together received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its authentic portrayal of the creative process during lockdown. Many noted its unique approach to documentary filmmaking, blurring the lines between artist and fan. The film was commended for its honest depiction of Charli's artistic journey and the emotional toll of the pandemic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intimate and authentic look at the creative process during isolation.

  • Lauded for its unique fan-inclusive approach to documentary filmmaking.

  • Appreciated for Charli XCX's vulnerability and honest portrayal of her artistic journey.

Google audience: Google user reviews were not readily available for this documentary, but general audience reception highlighted its unique concept and emotional resonance.

Fun Fact

The documentary was filmed entirely using Zoom and other remote methods, reflecting the very isolation it documents.

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