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Charli XCX wants everyone to know she has good taste
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CNN Newsource , KVIA ABC-7
· July 24, 2026
· 8 min read
By Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — Earlier this month, Charli XCX watched “Point Break,” the 1991 action flick starring Keanu Reeves as a rookie FBI agent. It was, she said, “top to bottom the coolest everrrrr.” How do we know that? Because she logged it on Letterboxd — in an account that has become a s...
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Key takeaway It’s a portrait of a woman who’s as likely to consume low culture (“The Idea of You,” the schmaltzy Anne Hathaway boyband rom-com) as high (she gave Michelangelo Antonioni’s 1960 masterpiece “L’Avventura” 5 stars).
Why this matters in The El Paso
Charli XCX's deliberate display of her eclectic taste in music, fashion, and film may resonate with El Paso's own vibrant arts scene. The city's unique blend of Mexican and American cultural influences has fostered a thriving community of artists, musicians, and designers who draw inspiration from a wide range of sources. As Charli XCX's album "Music, Fashion, Film" drops, local fans may appreciate the nods to high and low culture that reflect their own experiences growing up in a border city where different styles and traditions intersect. The album's emphasis on coolness and authenticity may also strike a chord with El Paso's DIY ethos, where artists and musicians often prioritize creativity and self-expression over mainstream appeal. As the city's arts scene continues to evolve, Charli XCX's unapologetic curation of her influences may inspire local artists to embrace their own diverse tastes and styles.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 8 min
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What is this story about? By Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — Earlier this month, Charli XCX watched “Point Break,” the 1991 action flick starring Keanu Reeves as a rookie FBI agent. It was, she said, “top to bottom the coolest everrrrr.” How do we know that? Because she logged it on Letterboxd — in an account that has become a s...
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