Charli XCX and Anya Taylor-Joy Steal the Show at Toronto Film Festival

SIZZLING ON THE RED CARPET! Charli XCX and Anya Taylor-Joy Serve Face at Toronto International Film Festival

The drama, glamour, and intrigue of Hollywood's elite were on full display as two of Tinseltown's brightest stars, Charli XCX and Anya Taylor-Joy, sashayed their way down the red carpet at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival. The British hitmaker, known for her bold and Brat-inspired sense of style, turned heads in a racy green satin negligee dress that left little to the imagination.

This leggy display was not just about making a statement; it was also a testament to Charli's versatility as an actress. Fresh from gracing the red carpet at the premiere of her acting debut film, Erupcja, just a day earlier, she proved that she can bring her signature sass and style to any project she takes on.

But Charli wasn't alone in serving up some serious glamour at the Sacrifice premiere. Her co-star Anya Taylor-Joy was also turning heads with her stunning baby blue satin gown, which clung to her lithe frame before flaring out into a voluminous woven skirt. The Furiosa star elevated her height with a pair of white stilettos and added a bright aquamarine choker for a touch of sparkle.

As the cameras clicked away, capturing every angle of these two stunning stars, they were joined on the red carpet by none other than Chris Evans, who was beaming with pride as he shared a warm hug with his Sacrifice co-star Anya. The pair had previously confessed to not knowing each other well before embarking on this project, but it seemed that their on-screen chemistry was undeniable.

In an interview with thescholarlynote.com, Chris revealed that he and Anya kept "bumping into each other" at Hollywood events after being approached with the script. He even went so far as to say: "Maybe there’s something more to the fact that we keep crossing paths; maybe this is fate." Romantic notions aside, it's clear that this duo has some serious chemistry on and off screen.

Sacrifice, which sees Chris Evans playing a Mike Tyler, a beleaguered movie star desperate for redemption, kidnapped by a radical group who believe sacrificing him will save humanity. Anya Taylor-Joy plays the cult's leader Joan, a zealot on a mission to fulfill a prophecy to stop a volcano from erupting.

But what about this volcanic eruption? Is it just a metaphor or something more sinister? Chris Evans described the movie as a psychological "Rorschach test," with viewers able to interpret their own meanings. He went on to say: "There’s this yin and yang of drama and comedy in every scene, which is pretty reflective of life." Sounds like we're in for a wild ride!

Meanwhile, Anya Taylor-Joy reflected on how working on Sacrifice helped her process some of the big emotions she'd been carrying around. She revealed that before taking on this project, she was feeling "like a real bummer at parties" due to her concerns about climate change.

"I realized, like, 'Oh, this is what you do with big feelings. You go away and you make art about it,'" Anya explained in an interview with thescholarlynote.com. Even though the movie might not change the outcome of what's bothering you, "it allows you a different way of releasing it."

But what really caught our attention was Anya's experience shooting on location in caves and volcanoes in Greece and Bulgaria. She confessed: "Spending all that time outdoors gives me a lot of peace. To know my scale, to be around landscapes that have been there for a long time before me and will be there a long time after me, that just relaxes me."

It's clear that Sacrifice is more than just an action-adventure comedy film – it's also a commentary on our relationship with the natural world. Will we learn anything from this "volcanic" drama? Only time (and your ticket to the movie) will tell!

Charli XCX: The Multi-Talented Starlet

Before taking on her role in Sacrifice, Charli XCX was already having a busy year. She even shared a first look at Emerald Fennell's "aggressively provocative" upcoming movie Wuthering Heights, alongside revealing that she's also soundtracking the film.

Set to hit cinemas this Valentine's Day on February 14, Wuthering Heights promises to be a raunchy and thought-provoking experience. With Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi starring in the lead roles, it's clear that Charli is joining forces with some of the biggest names in Hollywood.

But what about her experience working on Sacrifice? When asked by thescholarlynote.com if she had any fears or apprehensions about taking on a role in this project, Charli XCX simply smiled and said: "Bring it on!"

With her bold style and fearless attitude, it's clear that Charli is always ready to take on whatever comes next. And with Sacrifice set to hit screens soon, fans are eagerly awaiting their chance to see what she brings to the table.

The Cast of Sacrifice

• Chris Evans as Mike Tyler
• Anya Taylor-Joy as Joan
• Salma Hayek Pinault
• Vincent Cassel
• John Malkovich
• Sam Richardson
• Ambika Mod

And don't forget, popular music stars Charli XCX and rapper Yung Lean are also starring in this action-adventure comedy film! With a star-studded cast like this, you know Sacrifice is going to be one wild ride.

Directed by Romain Gavras, who co-wrote the script with Succession's Will Arbery, Sacrifice promises to deliver on its promise of drama, action, and humor. Will it be a game-changer or just another Hollywood flick? Only time will tell – but one thing is for sure: this movie is going to make some noise!

Sources:

• an interview with thescholarlynote.com
• Various online sources