'Just hot people getting killed!' Charli XCX 's puts herself forward to produce Final Destination
The Grammy-winning pop sensation recently revealed her vision for the next chapter in the cult horror series and it's exactly what you'd expect from a self-proclaimed horror fan with an ear for pop culture.
In a recent TikTok video, the Grammy-winning singer shared her enthusiasm for the Final Destination franchise ahead of the release of its latest installment, Bloodlines.
She explained why the series has remained a favourite: 'It's about attractive people being killed off. There's no moralising, no deeper message. They're cursed and they deserve to die.'
Her idea? To inject the series with a fresh twist by casting a group of 'It Girls', including Rachel Sennott, Alex Consani, Gabbriette, Romy Mars and Charli herself, alongside scream queen Jenna Ortega and original horror icon Sissy Spacek.
Charli said: 'I think a Final Destination with this kind of cast would stay true to the franchise's formula, which plays with its own lore. It's not trying to do anything new other than have hot people die in brutal ways, with some sharp dialogue.'
The Final Destination films, known for their inventive and often elaborate death sequences, have been a staple of supernatural horror since the first movie in 2000. The latest release, Bloodlines, performed strongly at the box office, achieving a franchise-best domestic opening of $51.7 million.
Rachel Sennott, known for her recent breakout roles, appeared keen on the concept, responding in the comments of Charli's video with 'Ok, I'm in.'
The proposal to cast a lineup of stylish young women alongside scream queens represents an intriguing evolution for the series, blending glamour and horror. Bringing in Sissy Spacek, famous for her role in Carrie, would serve as a fitting nod to horror history, bridging generations.
Charli also suggested the film be directed by a horror auteur capable of balancing style and scares, ensuring the franchise's trademark inventive deaths remain front and centre.
While no official project has been announced, Charli's pitch highlights a growing trend to combine fashion and genre filmmaking, and the popularity of horror among younger audiences.
Whether this vision will come to fruition remains uncertain. For now, it offers a tantalising glimpse of what could be a stylish, high-profile new chapter for the Final Destination franchise.
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