Aiden Zamiri is not only known for directing music videos with artists like Billie Eilish and FKA Twigs, but also for working with Timothée Chalamet’s image for his press tours. He applies his hip skills to this faux documentary about singer Charli XCX’s prep for her “Brat” arena tour. It employs his restless style of shooting and editing to keep it edgy and cool. Charli is at the center of almost every scene, as it looks at her creative process and the pressures of stardom and she’s not afraid to paint her portrait with flaws. The rehearsal process takes up most of the time and features a quietly funny Alexander Skarsgård as the arrogant director. It’s also great to see Rosanna Arquette as the record company boss. There are amusing observations and wisecracks sprinkled throughout, but it’s more about the star’s lack of control. Even people not familiar with the singer may find this an interesting approach to a documentary style with maybe some insight into the artist herself. 
(3 / 5)
